Canalfront Park courts close for resurfacing

LEWES, Del.- The City of Lewes announced closures of its tennis and basketball courts for a resurfacing project this month. 

Parks Manager Janet Reeves said the surface is cracked and peeling in some places. 

Reeves said the project is a priority. 

"Having those courts get people out there getting exercise there in the fresh air, they're socializing. So there is a tremendous benefit to to the courts. We want to get them back up and running as soon as we can," she said. 

The project is expected to last through mid-August, with an expected finish date of Aug. 14. 

The entire cost of the project is covered by a 25-year warranty. 

There are additional courts in Rehoboth Beach and at Evans Park in Millville.