CITY OF FRESNO
_______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ JERRY P. DYER, Honorable Mayor MIGUEL A. ARIAS, Councilmember, District 3
_______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ NELSON ESPARZA, Council President, District 7 TYLER MAXWELL, Council Vice President, District 4
_______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ ANNALISA PEREA, Councilmember, District 1 MIKE KARBASSI, Councilmember, District 2
_______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ BRANDON VANG, Councilmember, District 5 NICK RICHARDSON, Councilmember, District 6 Office of Councilmember Miguel A. Arias
WHEREAS, since its founding on May 21, 1881, as the United States National Lawn Tennis Association, the United States Tennis Association (USTA) has served as a national steward of the sport, guiding the advancement and accessibility of tennis across the nation; and
WHEREAS, today, tennis stands as a lifelong sport, engaging more than 25 million participants nationwide while promoting physical vitality, discipline, and a strong sense of community among individuals of all ages and backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, the Roeding Park Tennis Club, a non-profit public benefit organization, established in 1931, has long served as a pillar of the Fresno community by providing accessible programming, structured instruction, and opportunities for both recreational and competitive play; and
WHEREAS, supported by a dedicated network of more than 100 volunteers, in collaboration with the City of Fresno Parks Department, the Roeding Park Tennis Club continues to deliver inclusive programming for all ages and skill levels, while community-driven improvements to Roeding Park, including resurfaced courts and new amenities, have revitalized local engagement in the sport and supported the health and wellness of residents; and
WHEREAS, the USTA recognizes the month of May as National Tennis Month, a nationwide initiative that celebrates the benefits of tennis and encourages participation through local programs, public facilities, and community events.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that we, the Fresno City Council and Mayor Jerry P. Dyer, do hereby proclaim the month of May 2026 as:
“National Tennis Month”
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set our hands and
affixed the Great Seal of the City of Fresno, California, on the 9th day of May 2026.