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Item 13 - Visual Slideshow provided by Staff at MeetingCommunity Park Needs Assessment City of Poway PlanCommunityPark.com Introduction Community Park Needs Assessment Identify Recreation Trends Conduct Benchmark (via. SDSU) Solicit Community Input Staff Interviews Key Leader Interviews Stakeholder Focus Groups Virtual Public Meetings Online Survey Draft Considerations and Discussion 2 PlanCommunityPark.com Our Team INTERNAL STAFF & LEADERSHIP FOCUS GROUP INTERVIEWS 3 PlanCommunityPark.com Stakeholder and Key Leader Meetings Held throughout June 2021 Met local stakeholders that included the following groups: Stakeholders and User Groups City of Poway Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Poway City Council Trail Advisory Board Poway Valley Senior Citizen Corporation Board of Directors SD Skate Life Valley Elementary Poway Sports Association 4 PlanCommunityPark.com Our Team VIRTUAL PUBLIC INPUT MEETINGS 5 PlanCommunityPark.com Virtual Public Input Meetings Held June 8th and 9th Approximate total attendance of 30 participants. 6 PlanCommunityPark.com Our Team COMMUNITY SURVEY 7 PlanCommunityPark.com Online Survey Administered via Surveymonkey from Aug 2-Sep 4, 2021 Survey in English and Spanish Total respondents –1,171!!! 8 PlanCommunityPark.com When do you or any member of your household typically visit Community Park? (select all that apply) 30%31%31% 38%40% 22% 16% 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 45% Park Visitation Weekday mornings Weekday afternoons Weekday evenings Weekend mornings Weekend afternoons Weekend evenings I do not use Community Park 9 PlanCommunityPark.com Who do you usually go to the Community Park with? (Select all that apply) 54%50% 32%26% 13%12% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% Who You Visit With Kids Other family members Friends Alone Sports Teams Other (please specify) 10 PlanCommunityPark.com How long, on average, do you stay at Community Park when you visit? 19% 61% 20% Length of Stay Less than one hour 1-2 hours 2-4 hours 4-6 hours More than 6 hours 11 PlanCommunityPark.com Do you use this amenity or function? 9% 9% 10% 11% 11% 16% 18% 18% 24% 24% 25% 28% 30% 34% 40% 45% 56% 57% 60% 61% 64% 66% 68% 68% 78% Teen programs (e.g., Teen Program Series, Teen Volunteer Program) Private indoor rental space Pickleball court (overlayed on basketball court) Bocce courts Private outdoor rental space Older adult programs and services (e.g., Line Dancing, Feeling Fit,… Baseball fields Basketball court Athletic multi-use field (e.g., soccer, rugby, lacrosse, football) Meeting new people Skate park Tennis courts Youth programs (e.g., Kids Night Out, In The Park Series) Swim programs Recreation classes or camps Community center Large community events Open space for passive recreation Picnic areas Dog park Exercise on your own Open space for children to play Swim center Playground Trails and pathways (paved, unpaved, etc.) Amenity Use -"Yes" 12 PlanCommunityPark.com Which FOUR of these amenities and/or functions are the MOST IMPORTANT to your household? 13 PlanCommunityPark.com Which THREE of these reasons listed are the MOST SIGNIFICANT BARRIERS preventing you or other members of your household from using Community Park MORE OFTEN (Pre-COVID-19 pandemic)? 9 12 14 22 22 36 38 45 47 61 64 77 77 81 92 145 146 167 231 Poor signage/direction I do not feel welcome Accessibility/transportation Lack of open space Too expensive Park is not well maintained I do not feel safe Lack of programming Facilities operating hours not convenient Park does not have right equipment (features/facilities) Too busy/crowded Lack of restrooms Too far from residence Lack of amenities in park Lack of parking Lack of shade Use other parks I do not know what is being offered I am too busy Most Significant Barriers 1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice 14 PlanCommunityPark.com Please indicate the level of importance for the City of Poway to provide or improve the following amenity to Community Park over the next 10 years. 4% 5% 5% 5% 6% 6% 8% 9% 9% 9% 10% 11% 12% 12% 14% 15% 15% 16% 16% 16% 17% 20% 20% 22% 23% 25% 25% 26% 28% 30% 35% 36% 40% 42% 43% 45% 18% 26% 15% 24% 16% 16% 28% 18% 17% 19% 17% 27% 20% 22% 22% 14% 34% 25% 32% 29% 34% 22% 35% 43% 33% 27% 35% 38% 39% 35% 38% 39% 32% 34% 39% 34% 37% 32% 35% 28% 30% 37% 27% 26% 27% 35% 35% 25% 29% 24% 26% 23% 22% 15% 23% 21% 20% 22% 22% 18% 23% 30% 20% 20% 15% 20% 16% 13% 16% 14% 9% 11% 41% 38% 44% 43% 48% 41% 38% 48% 47% 37% 38% 37% 39% 42% 38% 48% 28% 45% 28% 33% 29% 37% 22% 17% 21% 18% 20% 17% 18% 15% 10% 11% 12% 10% 9% 10% More loading zones Add outdoor chess table(s) Upgrade existing football/soccer field Add outdoor ping pong table(s) Improve/expand indoor gaming and media stations and social areas Upgrade existing basketball courts Add sand volleyball courts Add artificial turf field Improve/expand skatepark Improve/expand indoor space for events Upgrade existing tennis courts Add disc golf course Add pickleball courts Add roller skating park/rink Build or upgrade existing baseball/softball fields Add BMX pump track Add outdoor fitness equipment Provide Wi-Fi access Improve signage (wayfinding and directional signage and place signage) Improve park entrance and “first impression” Add indoor fitness facilities (gym, studio, etc.) Improve/expand dog park Add outdoor amphitheater/stage Improve picnic/outdoor cooking areas Improve/expand open space Improve ADA accessibility More parking Enhance outdoor space for events Add adventure amenities (obstacle course, rock wall, swing and climbing logs, maze, etc.) Add innovative all abilities playgrounds Improve/expand restroom facilities Enhance creek area Improve safety measures (lighting, cameras, patrol, etc.) Improve/expand walking/biking paths, loop trails, and/or trail markers More shade structures More trees/vegetation Proposed Action Support Very important Somewhat important Not sure Not important 15 PlanCommunityPark.com Which FOUR of these improvements are the MOST IMPORTANT for the City to add/ expand/ renovate? 7 11 1112 15 19 21 26 39 40 42 43 44 46 52 59 60 66 6768 77 80 82 8696 98 107 112 115 123 123 148 155 169 194 206 More loading zones Improve/expand indoor gaming and media stations and social areas Upgrade existing basketball courts Upgrade existing football/soccer field Improve/expand indoor space for events Add outdoor chess table(s) Add outdoor ping pong table(s) Improve signage (wayfinding and directional signage and place… Provide Wi-Fi access Improve/expand skatepark Add artificial turf field Improve park entrance and “first impression” Add sand volleyball courts Upgrade existing tennis courts Build or upgrade existing baseball/softball fields Enhance outdoor space for events Add roller skating park/rink Improve/expand open space Add outdoor fitness equipment Improve ADA accessibility Add disc golf course Add pickleball courts Improve picnic/outdoor cooking areas Add indoor fitness facilities (gym, studio, etc.) More parking Improve/expand restroom facilities Add BMX pump track Improve/expand dog park Add innovative all abilities playgrounds Add outdoor amphitheater/stage More trees/vegetation More shade structures Enhance creek area Improve safety measures (lighting, cameras, patrol, etc.) Improve/expand walking/biking paths, loop trails, and/or trail markers Add adventure amenities (obstacle course, rock wall, swing and… Most Important Improvements 1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice 4th Choice 16 PlanCommunityPark.com The City of Poway is committed to ensuring their parks are inclusive and accessible. Do any members of your household have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? 17 PlanCommunityPark.com What type of accommodation is needed to serve individuals with disabilities in your household? (Please check all that apply.) 77% 23% 7% 7% 2%29% Accommodation Needs More accessible walkways and pathways Adaptive playground equipment Additional staff Sign language interpretation Non-verbal assistance (Braille) Other (please specify) 18 PlanCommunityPark.com What types of programs are desired to serve individuals with disabilities in your household? (Please check all that apply) 29% 28% 27%21% 34% 20% Programs Desired Social activities (dances, etc.) Outdoor adventure programs Arts & Crafts Organized sports Prefer not to answer Other (please specify) 19 PlanCommunityPark.com How would members of your household prefer to receive information about future Poway Community Park programs and services? (Please check all that apply.) 2% 10% 12% 13% 23% 24% 34% 35% 41% 42% 64% Other (please specify) Word of mouth Posters and announcements Instagram Nextdoor Facebook City of Poway Community Services Guide Direct mailing notices from the City Poway website Poway Chieftain Email newsletter Preferred Marketing Methods 20 PlanCommunityPark.com Respondent Demographics Average age: 51 years old Average years resided: 18.8 34% 37% 24% 2%3%Respondent Location Area 1 (generally, north of Twin Peaks Road/Poway Road) Area 2 (generally, south of Twin Peaks Road, west of Community Road) Area 3 (generally, south of Poway Road, east of Community Road) Not applicable Prefer not to answer 21 PlanCommunityPark.com Considerations: Update Existing 1.Add additional Shade (Trees and Structures) ◦Tot lots / Pool Splash pad + Grass Area / Baseball field area / Parking lots 2.Improve Signage (Directional/Wayfinding and Informational) ◦Entrance / Amenities / Facilities and Rooms / Trail Markers / Parking 3.Connect Pedestrian loops and enhance ADA accessibility 4.Upgrade play structures to all-abilities playgrounds 5.Increase safety lighting in and around the park 22 PlanCommunityPark.com Considerations: New Amenities 1.Add outdoor adventure elements 2.Add dedicated Pickleball courts 3.Add restroom(s) by play areas 4.Introduce interpretive learning and art opportunities to activate the creek 5.Provide fitness equipment / exercise stations along on the trail 23 PlanCommunityPark.com Considerations: Operations 1.Invest in additional marketing to create greater awareness 2.Focus on maintenance Improvements ◦Enhance landscape; Relocate maintenance yard; add staff / contract support 3.Ensure consistency in branding and aesthetics 4.Determine consistent hours of operations 5.Utilize technology to enhance the user experience ◦E.g. Wifi, App for accessible maps / parking counts/ workout trackers etc. 24 PlanCommunityPark.com Top Priorities 1.Shade (shade structures + trees) 2.Accessible Trails and Connectivity 3.Signage 4.Adventure Amenities and All-Abilities Playground 5.Additional Resources for Awareness and Maintenance (Staff and/or Contract Support) 25 PlanCommunityPark.com Next Steps City Council Final Review Review of Final Needs Assessment and presentation by PROS Consulting January 18, 2022 at a regularly scheduled City Council Meeting City Council Chambers, 13325 Civic Center Drive, Poway, CA 92064 City Council Direction to Staff (Future Improvements) 26 Community Park Needs Assessment City of Poway