City of Hiawatha Parks and Recreation Vision 2029

HIAWATHA PARKS AND RECREATION VISION 2029 City of Hiawatha Linn County, Iowa

Adopted: June 19th, 2019

Acknowledgments Hiawatha City Council

Bill Bennett, Mayor

Rob Archibald, City Council Member

Aime Wichtendahl, City Council Member

Dennis Norton, City Council Member

Dick Olson, City Council Member

Steve Dodson, City Council Member Hiawatha Parks and Recreation Board

Dan Wilkes, Board Member

Dawn Ewoldt, Board Member

Michelle McIllece, Board Member

Deb Theis, Board Member

Brandon Lynch, Board Member Parks and Recreation Vision Project Team

Kelly Willadsen, Parks and Recreation Director

Ambyr Severson, Recreation Coordinator

Michelle McIllece, Parks and Recreation Board

Bill Bennett, Mayor

Aime Wichtendahl, City Council

Rob Archibald, City Council

Rod Jasa, Public Works Superintendent

Dawn Ewoldt, Parks and Recreation Board

Dan Wilkes, Parks and Recreation Board

Ted Olson, Parks/Facility Maintenance Lead

LaRee Landt, VP of the Friends Foundation

MSA Professional Services, Inc.

Shawn O’Shea, Project Manager

Claire Michelson, Project Planner

Chris Janson, QA/QC

Ryan Hosch, Project Engineer

Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction

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Chapter 2: Community Input

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Chapter 3: Vision, Implementation and Action Plan

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Appendix A: Complete Public Input Data

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Appendix B: Future Public Engagement Efforts

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1-2 Background 1-3 Planning Process 1-4 The Importance of Parks + Recreation 1-6 Park and Open Space Standards 1-8 Regional Context + Existing Plans 1-10 Parks + Recreation Inventory 1-22 Overview of Recreation Programming

2-2 Overview of the Process 2-3 Feedback from the Committee 2-4 Feedback from the Survey 2-8 Crowdsource Map Application 2-9 Focus Group Feedback 2-12 Public Open House 2-13 Key Concerns and Outcomes

3-2 Vision of Parks and Recreation System 3-3 Hiawatha Park and Recreation Goals 3-4 NW Park Vision and Concept 3-6 Recreation Center Concepts 3-8 Action Plan

A-2 Stake Holder Interview Results A-4 Crowdsource Mapping Results A-6 Committee Survey Results A-20 Community Survey Results

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Chapter 1 Hiawatha’s Parks and Recreation System 1-2 Background 1-3 Planning Process 1-4 The Importance of Parks + Recreation 1-6 Park and Open Space Standards 1-8 Regional Context + Existing Plans 1-10 Parks + Recreation Inventory 1-22 Overview of Recreation Programming

Background The City of Hiawatha realizes the importance and benefits of its parks and open space system. They are committed to providing the recreational needs of current and future residents. Parks and open space provide a safe and healthy place for recreation all while beautifying and protecting the natural environment of the area. In 2018 Hiawatha City officials realized that the previous park and recreation plan for the City was in need of updating. This updated document, Parks and Recreation Vision Plan for the City of Hiawatha is an extension of the old plan. It provides current insight in the existing conditions of the parks as well as concepts for a new 18 acre park in the northern part of Hiawatha, that the City acquired. The purpose of the plan is to guide the continual improvement of the City’s parks and recreation areas, direct policy for parks and open space.

It envisions a connected system of parks and open spaces throughout the community. All together the plan provides a framework to guide long and short term decision making and investments in the system.

The Hiawatha Parks and Recreation Vision Plan complements the directions established in the Hiawatha 2036 Comprehensive Plan, and provides detailed guidance on the development, managements and operations of the park system. The direction is also based on the community’s expressed needs and desires from public engagement throughout the planning process.

Specifically the plan provides • • • • •

Information regarding demographic trends An inventory of existing park and recreational facilities An analysis of recreational needs and demands Implementation Strategies Recommendations for new park

This plan identifies concepts for park development for the acquired new park space for different types of parks, trails, natural areas and recreational facilities. In nearly every case more detailed planning, engineering, budgeting, and discussions will be necessary before decisions are made to actually construct recreational facilities.

The City is Growing The population in Hiawatha has increased an estimated 326 people since 2010 (4.64%), and additional growth is expected, especially in the northern part of the City. As the City continues to expand, the new park area that was recently purchased will be a draw for people moving to the area, as well as an additional asset for citizens already living in Hiawatha and surrounding communities.

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Demand for New Programming and Amenities Has Increased The City’s Department of Parks and Recreation is aware of community interest in more park and recreation programming and existing park updates. The community survey that was sent out described that residents are satisfied with the current conditions of the park, but had a lot of feedback in terms of improvement and suggestions for more programming.

The Comprehensive Park and Recreation Plan is Outdated The recent Comprehensive Development Plan provides an updated vision for the future growth of the community including a section devoted to parks and recreation. The previous plan was adopted in 2010 and much has changed since it was written. That document has served the community but an updated vision is needed to undertake the upcoming opportunities of the next 10 years.

Maintaining Eligibility for Park and Recreation Funding A essential reason for creating a park plan is the ability to maintain eligibility for various grant programs that offer assistance for parkland development. Grant programs from entities such as the Iowa Department of Natural Resources - Resource Enhancement and Protection Grant, award additional scoring points for projects that demonstrate a relationship to a local recreation plan. Grant programs are highly competitive and having this plan can help make an application more competitive versus others without a plan to reference.

The Planning Process

Goal - Educate and raise awareness about the importance of parks and recreation while ensuring that future investment in Hiawatha’s system meets the needs of the community.

In the Summer of 2018 the City of Hiawatha requested assistance of MSA Professional Services, Inc. to complete an updated parks and recreation vision plan. The planning effort was kicked off in September of 2018, and represents input gathered from the community, stakeholders, and City staff over the following 8 months. Preparation and adoption of this plan occurred over a 6 month period. An online survey, crowd-source map application, focus group meetings, and a community meeting helped guide the development of this plan by providing valuable input.

The City’s Park and Recreation Director as well as the Steering Committee were tasked with overseeing this project. Meetings between the Steering Committee and the consultant provided input for the plan’s content throughout the four phases of the project.

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The Importance of Parks + Recreation Parks are often the most important and highly prized components of any community. They are sources of civic pride and are essential to the physical, economic, environmental, and social health of cities and their residents. Planning is essential to the City’s parks and recreation system in order to continue to meet the needs and wants of the community. It is important to always keep in mind the variety of benefits that parks and recreation add to the community.

Health Parks and trails encourage healthy, happy, active lifestyles by providing a venue for physical activity. Whether walking or biking on the city’s trails, playing a pickup baseball or softball game, participating in an organized soccer league, or snowshoeing on the trails, parks and trails provide essential places for people to exercise. When people have access to park facilities and programming, they are more likely to be active, therefore improving their physical health. Additionally, exposure to the natural areas that parks and open space provide is a proven link to improved psychological health.

Cultural and Social In a time when social media defines the interactions of many people, parks and recreational centers are places to meet face-toface, catch up with family members and friends, and feel like part of the larger community. As a focal point of neighborhoods, parks help develop connections between residents by providing a venue for community-building gatherings, like farmers markets, school trips, festivals, and celebrations. Significant natural features, like Cedar Valley Nature Trail, and social gathering areas, like Guthridge Park, have events for the enjoyment of both present and future community members. Variety of programing can set Hiawatha aside from its surrounding communities.

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Steering Committee Meeting 1 and Kickoff Public Survey is Sent Out Focus Group Meetings Steering Committee Meeting 3 and Draft Review Final Draft Review and Public Open House

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The Importance of Parks + Recreation Property Values

Numerous studies have shown that proximity to parks, trails, and open space has a positive impact on property values. Commercial property values can also be increased with proximity to these amenities, creating potential for these sites to act as catalysts for future growth and development.

Beautification Parkways, tree-lined streets, gardens, lush landscaped areas, views of water bodies, stately woods, and public art are all attributes of cities that are beautiful places to live, work, play, and shop. Visitors often remember a place by its access to beautiful natural areas, contributing to a positive community image. All of these attributes contribute to the livability and vitality of a city.

Nature Value and Environmental Healthy grasslands, prairies, forests, and wetlands all inherently improve air and water quality while providing habitat and allowing ecosystems to thrive for diverse species of plants and animals. These areas also play a role in stormwater management and protecting the quality and vitality of natural areas. Sound management of natural areas can reduce the prevalence of invasive species and improve environmental outcomes for neighboring properties.

Nature Value and Environmental Recreation programs that are offered for all ages and income levels promote lifelong learning opportunities and a supportive community atmosphere. Specific programs can provide enjoyable learning activities for youth, keep seniors active and connected, or educate all community members about the importance of active living and sustainability.

Overarching Themes The park system provides a foundation for examining how well the current system fulfills the wants and needs of the community. As part of the inventory process, the project team visited, took notes on and photographed each of the parks, trails and recreation areas. Throughout the inventory and community engagement process overarching themes and goals emerged varying from maintenance needs, CIP considerations and accessibility for everyone.

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Park and Open Space Standards The definitions used in this plan are modifications of definitions used by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). They are used to classify the existing recreation system and to guide plans for the future. They begin with the smallest and most intensely used and the proceed to the largest and least used.

Neighborhood and community parks are normally provided by municipalities. Larger recreation areas are normally provided by larger units of government or private developers.

Neighborhood Playgrounds

Serves the needs of children 5-15 years old. It provides open fields, courts, shelter facilities, and play area. It should be within walking distance.

- Desirable size - 2-4 acres - Acres/1,000 population: 0.5 - 1.5 acres - Service Area: 1/4 to 1/3 mile radius

This provides open space for all ages and enhances the overall environment. A natural location is ideal for this type, and it usually has tables benches, paths, lights, and is walkable.

- Desirable size - 3-7 acres - Acres/1,000 population: 5.0 -8.0 acres - Service Area: 1 to 2 mile radius

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Typically on a small lot (1/4 acre), located within a residential neighborhood. Usually have one facility and benches.

- Desirable size - 2 acres or less - Acres/1,000 population: .25 to .5 - Service Area: 1/8 to 1/4 mile radius

Neighborhood Parks

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Classifications

Serves the active needs of several neighborhoods. Includes more than a park such as a pool, community center, and fields for sporting events.

- Desirable size - 5 or more acres (15-40) - Acres/1,000 population: 5.0 -8.0 acres - Service Area: 1 to 2 mile radius

Waysides, Welcome Centers, Historic Markers

Greenbelts

Reservation and Preserves

Special Purpose Parks

Community Parks

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Intended to serve many neighborhoods. Tends to have woods, water features, trails, and picnic areas. Should be determined by the size of the population.

- Desirable size - 3-7 acres - Acres/1,000 population: 5.0 -8.0 acres - Service Area: 1 to 2 mile radius

Created to take advantage of a natural or unusual feature, or to preserve areas and provide recreation. Golf course, marinas and boat ramps could be considered this.

- Desirable size - varies on function - Acres/1,000 population: varies on function - Service Area: varies on function

Usually located outside of the urban area and include large tracts of land that have limited development. Usually provided by state, federal or county governments.

- Desirable size - varies on function - Acres/1,000 population: varies on function - Service Area: varies on function

Almost the same characteristics as the reservation or preserve; however it may be used to shape urban development. It could connect parks within an urban area.

- Desirable size - varies on function - Acres/1,000 population: varies on function - Service Area: varies on function

Special purpose parks designed to serve motorists. They are important to a tourist industry.

Size and location depends on natural features.

- Desirable size - varies on function - Acres/1,000 population: varies on function - Service Area: varies on function

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Regional Context + Existing Plans The City of Hiawatha (pop. 7,262) is located in Linn County. Approximately 70 miles southwest of Dubuque Iowa, and 132 miles northeast of the capital, Des Moines Iowa. The City will celebrate its 69th anniversary in May of 2019. The City is close proximity to three other municipalities, City of Cedar Rapids, population of 132,228, the City of Marion, population of 39,400 and the City of Robins population of 3,470. Hiawatha, along with its surrounding cities have experienced growth over the past 7 years since the last 2010 census. Cedar Rapids is the Linn County seat and a large economic driver of the area. The City of Hiawatha is expected to grow in the next 10 years along with the surrounding communities in the area. The entire Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area consists of three counties and has an estimated population of 270,293.

Existing Plans

The City has a comprehensive plan that was updated in 2016. The goals and priorities identified in that plan will be a guiding factor in this plan. The previous parks and recreation comprehensive plan that was completed in 2010 will also be referenced. Linn County also has a comprehensive plan with goals and guidelines that was also referenced for this plan and the planning process.

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Parks + Recreation Inventory City of Hiawatha Parks and Service Areas

The map below shows the existing Hiawatha Parks including the Future NW Park (undeveloped at the time of this planning process). The darker blue rings represent areas within a 1/4 mile distance of the park and the lighter blue rings represent areas within a 1/2 mile distance of the park. The 1/4 mile ring represents a 5 minute walk and the 1/2 mile ring represents a 10 minute walk. A recommendation of this plan is to evaluate the areas that are outside of these service areas to determine what steps can be taken to service these areas.

Future NW Park

Fay M Clark Memorial Park

Future Dog Park

Guthridge Park Tucker Park

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Parks + Recreation Inventory The following section documents existing park and recreational facilities within the City of Hiawatha, specifically ADA features and issues. Two parks were given specific instruction from the Iowa Community Assurance Pool after an evaluation was completed. Surrounding plans should be consulted for additional information.

Fay M. Clark Park This community park is the largest in the City of Hiawatha at 31.5 acres. It is located at the north end of 18th Avenue in the northwest side of town. Clark Park offers a variety of different activities thanks to its size. Clark Park did not have any suggestions for improvements according to the assessment completed by the Iowa Community Assurance Pool.

The park facilities include: • • • • • •

An 18-hole disc golf course A 0.7 paved trail A pavilion (seating for 80 people) Restrooms (attached to the pavilion) A playground Free WiFi

Safety Concerns •Area of drainage along trail that ponds and freezes.

•Pedestrian/Bike Access to the park.

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Parks + Recreation Inventory Tucker Park This park is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood and shares a border with the golf course. The 8.1-acre neighborhood park is located along B Avenue in the southeast side of town. It features a splash pad, two play sets, shelters, a trail and there is plenty of field/grass space. According to an assessment done by the Iowa Community Assurance Pool, Tucker Park is in need of some updates for ADA and safety concerns. Playground equipment and use zone conditions should be improved at Tucker Park so they are in compliance with the Public Playground Safety Standards.

The park facilities include: • • • • • • •

Two picnic shelters (seating for 65 and 50 people) Restrooms (attached to the yellow pavilion) A playground A splash pad A 0.3-mile paved walking trail Lawn area for field games Free WiFi

Safety Concerns •Need for more trail lighting.

•Merry-go-round should have fall protection brought up to code as to protect a child from getting entrapped or entangled under the equipment.

•All S hooks and C hooks should be closed. A hook is considered closed if there is no gap or a space no greater than 0.04 inches which is about the thickness of a dime.

•Bolt ends should be cut down to ensure there is no more than 2 threads showing.

•Spring rockers should be bolted down correctly and adjusted so they are not leaning.

•The metal slide in the pre-school play area should be replaced with an age appropriate slide.

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Parks + Recreation Inventory Guthridge Park This community park is the second largest in the City at approximately 19.5 acres, but has the most activities of any of the parks. It is located on Emmons Street between N 7th and N 10th Avenue across from Hiawatha Elementary School.

According to an assessment done by the Iowa Community Assurance Pool, Guthridge Park is in need of some updates for ADA and safety concerns. Playground equipment and use zone conditions should be improved at Guthridge Park so they are in compliance with the Public Playground Safety Standards. The parking lot is very accessible.

The park facilities include: • • • • • • •

Three pavilions (seating for 50 and 80 people) Seasonal Bandshell A splash pad Five ball diamonds Two lighted basketball courts Two sand volleyball courts Two lighted tennis courts

Safety Concerns •Merry-go-round should have fall protection brought up to code as to protect a child from getting entrapped or entangled under the equipment.

•Lower playground should have equipment spacing measured to ensure there is at least 6’ in between equipment without overlap.

•Upper playground should be re-evaluated and labeled as 5-12 yrs. instead of 2-12 yrs.

•Climbing dome fall protection should be improved to extend out 6’.

•All S hooks and C hooks should be closed. A hook is considered closed if there is no gap or a space no greater than 0.04 inches which is about the thickness of a dime.

•Bolt ends should be cut down to ensure there is no more than 2 threads showing

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• Free WiFi • Several playground areas • A concession stand (open during baseball games) • An outdoor learning classroom (seating for 70 people) • A 0.8-mile paved walking trail • Two horseshoe pits

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Parks + Recreation Inventory The Community Center The Center is located within the City Hall (101 Emmons Street) and is approximately 2,200 square feet. The space holds between 170-250 people and can be reserved based on time slots for a nominal fee (plus a deposit). The amenities within this facility include a stove, microwave, refrigerator, chairs, and tables.

Audio and video equipment is also available for rent.

The City Gazebo The City maintains a public gazebo at the corner of Litchfield Dr. and N. 12th Ave. The majority of the parcel serves as a stormwater detention facility with 0.4 acres designated for the gazebo space. It is classified as a mini-park.

Future NW Park The City of Hiawatha acquired new land in the north west area of Hiawatha. This land is 18 acres and is to be a new park or recreation area. Part of the purpose of this plan update was to help the City determine the best use of the land through various methods of public engagement. In chapter 3 of this plan you will see more detail of vision created for this park through these processes.

Taylor Park Location

Park Taylor Future NW Park

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Parks Department Evaluation The “NRPA(National Recreation and Park Association) Park Metrics are the most comprehensive source of data standards and insights for park and recreation agencies.” These metrics are used to help evaluate Hiawatha’s Parks Department operations. This evaluation compares the City of Hiawatha with other reporting communities of similar size. The summary below compared the Hiawatha Parks & Recreation Department with other parks departments that reported with populations between 7,000 - 11,000 across the nation.

Agency Summary Effectiveness Ratios

Operating expenditures per capita Revenue per capita Total revenue to total operating expenditures Operating expenditures per acre of parkland Operating expenditures per FTE FTE’s per 10,000 population Acres of parks per 1,000 residents Number of residents per park Number of acres per park Hiawatha Parks Department Benchmarks Hiawatha Pop. (2017 ACS) Hiawatha Total Parkland Acres Hiawatha Total FTE Hiawatha Annual Revenue Hiawatha Operating Expenditures

Reporting Communities # 33 28 28 23 28 28 23 26 23

Communities 7k-11k in pop.

Median $111 $21 20.10%

Hiawatha $42.00 $17.14 40.82%

$10,708 $82,534 10.1 12.4 1,075.20 12.5

$3,935.75 $76,255.35 5.51 10.67 1,452.40 15.5

7262 77.5 4 $124,500 $305,021.38

Department Evaluation Findings The recommendations below are based on the findings from the NRPA Park Metrics community comparison:

• The NRPA Park Metrics comparison shows that the Hiawatha Parks and Rec Department Operating

expenditures per acre of parkland are well below the national median.

• The City of Hiawatha’s revenue to operating costs (cost recovery) is well above the national median.

• Revenue per capita could be adjusted to meet the national median and generate more annual revenue.

• Hiawatha operates more acres per park than the national median, but with fewer FTE’s (Full Time

Equivalent Employees) and less resources.

• Hiawatha is slightly under the national median for acres per 1,000 residents and could look to

adding more park space in the future based on the National Parks and Recreation Association NRPA

standard of 12 acres per 1,000 residents

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Private & Regional Facilities Cedar River Trail Twin Rivers Golf Course Ellis Park and Golf Course Noelridge Park Noelridge Aquatic Center Pierce Park Pleasant Creek State Recreation Are Hanging Bog State Reserve Cedar Valley Nature Trail Grand Wood Trail Rock Island Botanical Preserve Otter Creek Nature Area Chain Lakes Nature Area Wickiup Hill Nature Area Squaw Creek Park and Golf Course Palo Marsh Natural Area Morgan Creek Park

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Parks + Recreation Inventory

Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision

Planned Access Improvements 1

Cedar River Trail Access Emmons St from Miller Rd to Center Point Rd. Install Share the Road signs and pavement markings

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Clark Park Access Miller Rd and Boyson Rd. Move Boyson Rd stop bar east, paint crosswalk, install curb ramp and sidewalk on south side.

Sidewalk north of intersection is not yet completed because of vacant lot.

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Clark Park Access Boyson Rd by 1770 Boyson Rd, Kirkwood Campus.

Install RRFB(Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon) system at existing crossing.

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Clark Park Access Edgewood Rd/Progress Dr/Grey Wolf Install RRFB, paint crosswalks at this intersection

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Overview of Recreation Programming The City of Hiawatha Park and Recreation Department offers a variety of recreational programs for citizens of all ages.

Programs include: Start Smart Soccer (ages 3-5) Blastball (ages 3-5) Tennis lessons (ages 4-6, 7-10, 11-13) High School Sand Volleyball T-ball/Baseball/Softball Leagues (K-8th grade) Yoga Classes Hiawatha Adventure Camp (K-5th) Flag Football Dance Clinics Craft Classes Fitness Classes

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In addition to these various programs the City also sponsors several events throughout the year, such as: • • • • • • • • •

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Concerts in the Park Farmers Market Hiawatha Easter Egg Hunt Hiawatha City-wide Garage Sale Live Healthy Iowa 5K Lil’ Cougar Dance Clinic (at the Community Center) Hiawatha Fire Department Chili Supper Live Healthy Iowa Kids Track Meet Variety of Senior Programs

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Fall Festival Hiawatha Fun Fest Reindeer Run Disc Golf Tournament Touch a Truck HiBRAI (Hiawatha’s Bike Ride Around Iowa) Lids for Kids Helmet Giveaway Teal Trunk or Treat

Chapter 2 Community Input 2-2 Overview of the Process 2-3 Feedback from the Committee 2-4 Feedback from the Survey 2-8 Crowdsource Map Application 2-9 Focus Group Feedback 2-12 Public Open House 2-13 Key Concerns and Outcomes

Overview of the Process Park planning and visioning is done for cities so that its recreation needs can be identified and improved.

This allows the city to better serve the pubic. Inclusive, innovative and engaging community outreach was a foundation to this planning process. The project team incorporated different opportunities for engaging the community members of Hiawatha, with flexible options for engagement. We understand that not everyone has the time to attend city meetings or is comfortable voicing their opinion in front of others in a public setting. Providing different strategies and tools for receiving input allows everyone a chance to become actively involved in the discussion.

Project Kickoff and Brain Storming The project kick off event was held on October 23rd at Hiawatha City Hall. This consisted of the project team, Parks and Recreation Director, the City Administrator and the Parks and Recreation Steering Committee. The steering committee consisted of people with a variety of backgrounds and interests valuable to the planning process and necessary guidance needed for the plan. This meeting allowed us to introduce the project to them and determine next steps in the process based on their guidance. Following the meeting survey was sent out to the members of the committee, those results are analyzed later in this plan.

Community Survey A community-wide survey was created in coordination with the project team and the steering committee. This was available online through Survey Monkey and was advertised on the City website, social media pages and a postcard that was mailed out to all Hiawatha residents. A QR code was on the advertising material so that residents could easily scan their smart phone directly to the survey. Hard copies of the survey were also made available and could be picked up at the Hiawatha Parks and Recreation Office in City Hall. Between all of these options we had over 180 responses.

Crowdsource Map Application

Focus Group Interviews

This application allows people to geographically point their thoughts about the parks on a map.

This is an easy to use application that allows the project team to visualize the feed back. The link to this application was provided at the top of the community survey.

With the assistance of the Parks and Recreation Department, key stakeholders were identified and the project team spent an afternoon discussing the parks and recreation system of Hiawatha with them.

This was valuable feedback that allowed for a more in depth view on specific matters.

Community Open House On April 1st a public open house was held at the Hiawatha Community Center. This event was open to the public and it featured the work that had been completed on the plan so far. This included informational posters on public engagement process and methods, and the outcome and data summarized for attendees.

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Feedback from the Committee

Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision

A survey was sent out to the steering committee after our first kick off meeting. This was essential to the planning process because it allowed the project team to get a baseline idea of the main concerns of the community. Once these results were analyzed, the community survey was shaped around the main priorities established. The results are below.

Clark Park Opportunities

Issues

- Skating Rink - Parking (III) - Incorporate more native - In a commercial area species and pollinators - Isolated, basically one - With Edgewood Road dimensional completion add pavilion or - Limited equipment more playground (III) - No water feature - Install bridge and utilize north 1.5 acres currently not accessible - New trail option - Addition of water feature such as a pond

Tucker Park Opportunities

Issues

- Connect trail to Cedar Valley Trail and Robins - Connect trail to Cedar Rapids - Basketball and Soccer fields - Upgrade equipment (III) - City pool could be here

- Equipment in poor condition (III) - Very limited parking - Need better lighting - Vandalism (IIII) - Flooding - Accessibility

Guthridge Park Opportunities

Issues - Parking (III) especially - Add toddler equipment - Grow farmers market and with the farmers market - Needs inclusive park other events at the park - Large area with potential and adjustable basketball for new amenities (pickleballhoops - The learning center is a courts, lighted trails) - Small upgrades as the park waste of space and could be utilized better. is already used a lot - Potential location for new - If something were to be added, something would recreation/community have to be taken away as center the park is already full

Future NW Park Opportunities

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- Pool/water feature (III) - Event/ Rec Center (III - Mile Trail (III) - Soccer and Ball Fields (II) - Anything to draw new development and visitors - Lighted ball fields

- Too far away (II) - Access (II) - Current infrastructure is limited - Deciding the purpose of the park - Park must be unique in order to attract people to travel that far to a park

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Feedback from the Survey Overview The overall findings gathered from the survey provide guidelines and a framework for how parks and recreation amenities should be allocated to best serve the communities needs and interests. This input is essential to help the City determine the next steps for the future of the parks system as Hiawatha grows and the new park location is developed.

Key Takeaways and Priorities

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The community survey was posted online after the first steering committee meeting. It was advertised on various forms of social media. The majority of those who took the survey lived within the City limits of Hiawatha, and a little less than half did not have children living at home. In the following pages we highlight the main points and have the full survey results in the appendix.

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Feedback from the Survey Facility Usage

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Desired Amenities and Improvements Indoor Pool Indoor Athletic Facility Off Road Walking/Biking

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Dog Park Outdoor Pool Restrooms Park Landscaping and More Trees

55% Biking 53% Playground Equipment 44% Splash Pad 41% Picnic Facilities 40% Dog Walking

23% Ball Diamonds 22% Bird/Nature Viewing 20% Tennis Courts 15% Sledding 15% Frisbee Golf 14% Basketball Courts 14% Athletic Fields 10% Other (Pickleball, Tetherball, Pool) 5% Horseshoeing 4% High School Track

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Feedback from the Survey Participation in Hiawatha Recreation Programs

23% Have

77% Have Not

Participation in Surrounding Area Recreation Programs

12% Have

88% Have Not

Hiawatha’s Current Recreation Programs Meet Citizen Needs

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30% No

Wants for Rec Programming - Want more programs for 50+ ages - Better times for programs - Activities for children under 4 - Activities for young singles - Events during the day

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- Ballet/Dance classes

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Feedback from the Survey Favorite Park and Why Guthridge

Pavilion

Playground Splashpad

55% Clark

Trails Location Trees Variety of Activities Big Open Space Summer Concerts

Picnic Pavilion Playground

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Restrooms Paved Trails Peaceful Frisbee Gold Course Less Crowded

Well Maintained Trees Quiet Shade

Playground Restrooms Splashpad

Other Cherry Hill - Pool, Playground, Greenspace, Pavilion East Knoll Thomas Park - Walking, Kids Activities, View Ding Darling Wickiup Ellis Beaver - Walking Squaw Creek - Facility, Climbing

Would You Want To See A Recreation Center In Hiawatha

What Activities Would You Like to See

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Crowdsource Map Feedback The crowdsource map application was linked at the beginning of the online community survey. The link was also provided at the beginning of the paper copies of the survey. The Crowdsource Map did not get as many responses as the survey.

Trail Connection Comment

Guthridge Comments

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- Opportunity - Trail/sidewalk connecting Fay and Guthridge parks.

Continue wide walkway in front of Mercy Urgent Care, run trail/walkway the perimeter of this open field - 0 Likes

- Opportunity - Pool - 13 Likes - Opportunity - Rec Center in Place of Ball Fields - 5 Likes - Opportunity Accessible Playground For All - 14 Likes

- Nice Area - 2 Likes

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NW Park Comments - Opportunity - Nature Playscape - 7 Likes

Focus Group Feedback

Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision

The project team took an afternoon and met with a variety of focus groups that had opinions and ideas for the parks visioning. We met at City Hall for 20-30 minutes with each group and met with a total of 15. The groups varied in demographics such as age, gender background, residency and relationship to the Parks and Recreation System. We sent those who were not able to meet in person, the list of questions and they emailed their responses back to us. This portion of the public engagement process is essential because of the insight it provided to specific park related issues, from people who utilize them on a consistent basis. Those interviewed see parks and recreation as a value to the community and believe in improving and investing in them.

Key Question Responses Park Accessibility: On the whole, positive responses.

• Clark needs better crosswalks for those walking/biking to the park.

• Baseball diamonds are not clearly marked. Signage would be helpful, especially for tournaments.

• Accessibility from parking lot to baseball diamonds is also a challenge.

• Perhaps better traffic control with Farmer’s Market.

Safety Concerns:

• Tucker Park flooding • Lighting in Clark • Some “lurkers” in places.

• Drainage at the NE end of the trail around Guthridge

Describe Hiawatha Parks to a visitor:

• Lots of amenities:

• Welcoming and hospitable, a reflection of our community.

• Inclusive • Trails • Dog Park

• Activities, many of which are free • Well maintained • Comfortable • Large and small

• City and Country, best of both worlds • Open space

• Fantastic parks that my family uses everyday.

How stakeholders can help: • Trash/litter pickup

• Volunteer and outreach / advertising events

• Volunteering for programing

• Being a City Partner • Promotion • Coaching

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Focus Group Feedback What Amenities Should be Included in the New Park?

• Indoor/outdoor pool concept

• More winter activities • Social equity

• Connection to nature and environmental stewardship • Recreation Center

• Football Fields (multi-purpose playing fields) • Grandstand • Splash pad

• Foster Community “Feel” • Walking Labyrinth

• Small putting/chipping range • Secure hammocks

• Keep as many trees as possible

• Giant jenga or other fun game What amenities do we not have that we should?

• Yoga

• Monarch Butterfly initiative • Recreation Center • Pool

Would you like to see a recreation center in Hiawatha?

a. If so, how would you like to use it?

b. If so, are you willing to have your taxes increased to help pay for it?

c. Do you see the need for an outdoor pool?

The majority were in agreement that a recreation center would benefit the community and paying for it through a reasonable tax increase was okay. Although some suggested partnering with other communities to meet this goal.

City’s Trail Connections:

• Need to make connections from neighborhoods to trails.

• North Center Point Road can be hard to cross

• Boyson Road is congested

• Designated bike lane on Emmons

• Continue Edgewood Road lanes northerly

• Generally prefer trails over bike lanes

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Focus Group Feedback

Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision

How would you spend $10,000 on Hiawatha?

• Guthridge maintenance

• Reduce trail flooding

• Update park equipment

• Trail marking/crosswalk maintenance

• Natural resource restoration • Gardens • Secure hammocks

• Beef up landscaping and beautification How would you spend $1 Million?

• Indoor facility / recreation center • Soccer/baseball complex • Naturescape park • Indoor/outdoor pool

• Bike lanes and trail connections

• Predominant area with restaurants and a place to go for entertainment Other Comments:

• Love the Farmer’s Market • Continue to plant variety of trees to replace Ash • Need to sell high quality of life in Hiawatha • Need a connection plan for missing sidewalks • Recreation Center could also be a wedding/events venue • Don’t overgrow the parks system, don’t have to have everything • More, smaller green spaces throughout neighborhoods.

• Continue to make things accessible.

• Extend bike trail to north park of Hiawatha • Swimming pool with lap lanes • Baseball and softball complex for regional tournaments.

• Green belt through incentives for development • Parks and recreation is essential to a healthy life style. It also promotes togetherness and a sense of place.

• Add a pickleball tournament to Fun Fest • As a young family, would love to see a rec center and or community pool—even though it is no small task.

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Public Open House On April 1st a public open house was held at the Hiawatha Community Center. This event was open to the public and it featured the work that had been completed on the plan so far. This included informational posters on public engagement process and methods, and the outcome and data summarized for attendees. There was also a poster for feedback so that attendees had a chance to provide final input on what was presented to them at the meeting. People of all ages attended the meeting and the feedback poster allowed everyone to give there input which was very beneficial to the process. The primary feedback from that poster were other amenities that they would like to see that were not mentioned in the survey. Many people also expressed that they would like to focus on what Hiawatha already has to offer rather than expansion of the new park until a more concrete plan and idea can be presented.

The other posters that were on display for feedback and comment at the meeting were the concept designs for the new NW Park as well as a community center footprint at the three different park locations, Clark, Guthridge, and NW Park. Substantial feedback on where people would like to see the community center as well as what they would like done with the new NW Park was gathered at the meeting. Some people would like to see a recreation center in a more centralized location of Hiawatha rather than the NW Park and others expressed there want for it in the NW Park as the city continues to grow that direction. All together the turn out for the event was great and the feedback gathered was invaluable.

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Key Concerns and Outcomes

Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision

Concerns ADA Regulations and Accessibility - Improving accessibility for all is a primary goal. Although Hiawatha has made improvements to sidewalk and trail conditions as well as invested in newer playground equipment, there should be specific improvements geared towards providing access and accessible parks and recreation amenities Safety - Updating Hiawatha parks to be safe for everyone of all ages is a key priority for the city. Lighting is a concern as well as flooding that leads to ice on the trails in the winter.

Opportunities Future NW Park - This 18 acre park space is a blank canvas for the city. Public input comes back positive for a recreation center, but Future NW Park may not be the best location for it. There are a lot of other great options for the space at a lower cost. The City budget and CIP must be considered in the decision along with the capacity of the parks and recreation department to take on more land. The use and future of this park is essential as Hiawatha is projected to grow another 3,000 people in the next 20 years. The City’s total park space is low when compared to the standard and other communities its size. This space must be utilized to its full potential.

Recreation Programs - According to the community feedback many people would be interested in more recreation programing through the Hiawatha Parks and Recreation Department. Many participate in recreation programming in surrounding areas, but would prefer to do so in Hiawatha.

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Chapter 3 Vision, Goals, Concepts, and Action Plan 3-2 Vision of Parks and Recreation System 3-3 Hiawatha Park and Recreation Goals 3-4 NW Park Vision and Concept 3-6 Recreation Center Concepts 3-8 Action Plan

Vision of Parks and Recreation System Overview The City identified a need to reinvigorate its parks and recreation offerings for current and future residents.

Part of this was the purchase of 18 acres of greenfield to be developed into park on the north side of Hiawatha where current residential growth is occurring. Successful implementation of this plan is attained when recommendations are attainable and align with the capacity of the Parks and Recreation Department as well as other effected city departments. This is to be a collaborative process involving city staff, stakeholders, and community members.

Plan Objective Develop a comprehensive, usable, living document which outlines the current assets and improvements of the park system. Through this analysis and process Hiawatha will be able to create a concept for “North West Park�. This plan was created with the objective of analyzing the existing conditions of the parks to better develop an equitable and usable concept for the new park area for visitors and current and future residents.

Hiawatha Park and Recreation Vision

The City of Hiawatha will offer activities and programs for citizens of all ages and abilities, while diversifying recreation amenities and improving those that already exist to meet growing needs of the community.

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Hiawatha Park and Recreation Goals Plan Goals

A goal is a long-term target that states what the community wants to accomplish. Written in general terms, the statement offers a desired condition. Below are four overarching goals that will help guide future decisions as the Hiawatha Park and Recreation Department grows with the community while continuing to maintain a high level of service.

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Develop master plans for new park land.

Provide new opportunities to increase and broaden park users.

Improve inclusiveness of equipment within Hiawatha parks and their amenities.

Provide a framework for short, mid, and long-term improvements and growth opportunities for existing and future parks, open space and trails.

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NW Park Vision and Concept Concept A new conceptual plan will be developed to accommodate desired improvements and additions to the new North West Park area. The work shall be consistent with current land use concepts, current recreation trends and adjacent properties. Amenities prioritized through the planning process and public feedback will be set on the site in a manner that will attempt to maximize key functionality elements such as accessibility and diverse recreational needs while minimizing the perceived impact to adjacent properties with an eye toward cost implications.

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Action Plan The Action Plan is designed as a guide to help the Hiawatha Parks and Recreation Department, along with City officials and community leaders prioritize opportunities and address issues within the City of Hiawatha and the surrounding area as it relates to parks and recreation. The desired vision for Hiawatha cannot be created over night. However, by incrementally implementing the recommendations within this plan, Hiawatha can achieve the desired outcomes set forth in this comprehensive plan.

Potential Funding Sources There are five broad funding sources available to help offset costs to complete the projects listed in this Plan, as described below. ▶▶ General Municipal Funding – It is assumed that some general municipal funds/borrowing will be required to assist with the completion of projects or as a matching source for state or federal grants (e.g. wayfinding, signage, or park land acquisition). ▶▶ Special Assessments – Particular projects that benefit individual properties (e.g. sidewalk/trail installations) could be funded through special assessments whereby the City recoups initial design and construction costs through increased real estate taxes on those properties for a set period of time. ▶▶ Private Donations – Some of the wayfinding projects could be partially or fully funded through private donations or public fundraising. ▶▶ State and Federal Grants – There are many different state or federal grants that may be able to offset the costs of some of the identified projects. Only those programs most likely to award funding to Hiawatha are listed. ▶▶ Tax Increment Financing (TIF) – Tax increment financing (TIF) is a program where the additional taxes generated from development in a TIF district would go towards specified public improvements in a community. This program helps waylay the impacts of new development on a community while improving the attractiveness of the City. Hiawatha has designated areas of the town as an Urban Renewal Area and created a TIF District.

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Funding

The table below is not an exhaustive list of programs and resources available on any given project but it can be used as a reference for potential funding for projects. The key is also a reference for the acronyms in the Action Plan. Not every resource and funding source is used in the Action Plan but the key can be a reference for future projects as new opportunities are added.

Funding and Other Resources Key CAT - Community Attraction and Tourism Program (ECIA) City - General Fund, Special Funds, TIF or Assessments CMPO - Corridor Metropolitan Planning Organization ECICOG - East Central Iowa Council of Governments HC - Hired Consultant HEDCO - Hiawatha Economic Development Corporation IACPG - Iowa Arts Council Project Grant IFMA - Iowa Farmers Market Association ILRTF - Iowa Living Roadways Trust Fund KIB - Keep Iowa Beautiful Community Beatification Grant Program LWCF - Land and Water Conservation Fund PCRC - Pedestrian Curb Ramp Construction PIB - Paint Iowa Beautiful REAP - Resource Enhancement and Protection City Parks and Open Spaces TAP - Transportation Alternative Program TFK - Trees for Kids and Trees for Teens THF - Tony Hawk Foundation TIF - Tax Increment Finance TP! - Trees Please! (MidAmerican Energy) TSIP - Traffic Safety Improvement Program

This table is for the acronyms in the Action Plan below.

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Action 1.a Begin Design Phase of Future NW Park.

1.b Consider additional lighting around the trails at Fay M. Clark Park.

1.c Continue to plant native prairie grass along the trail and between fairways at Fay M. Clark Park.

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Improve visibility of baseball diamonds from parking lot at Guthridge Park. Consider interpretive signage at entrance.

1.e Evaluate any need to address flooding at Tucker Park.

1.f Continue to implement dog park plan.

1.g Consider an all-inclusive playground when planning new play equipment/areas.

1.h Assess the need/want for a skate board park in Hiawatha.

1.i Evaluate low lit areas of Tucker Park and determine lighting needs to improve safety.

1.j Continue to utilize Master Plans for new parks.

2.a Consider bike trials along Boyson Road.

2.b Improve crosswalks for walking and biking to Fay M. Clark Park. Consider passive speed control.

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Improve accessibility from parking lot to baseball diamonds at Guthridge Park. Currently a difficult surface for those with disabilities and seniors.

2.d Improve trail drainage issue at the NE end of the trail around Guthridge Park.

2.e Consider on-road bike paths for avid bikers on a case by case basis.

2.f Consider designated trails for recreational users that prefer vehicle/pedestrian separation.

2.g Address trail/sidewalk access to Fay M. Clark and Guthridge Parks.

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Hiawatha will strive for more festivals/recreation activities to attract both residents and visitors out into the community Evaluate the need for more park space as the city grows based on the National Parks and Recreation Association NRPA standard of 12 acres per 1,000 residents

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3.c Consider acquiring additional staff based on the Department Evaluation on page 1-18 of this plan 3.d

Consider the strategies to capture more revenue to maintain high level of service and offerings based on the Department Evaluation on page 1-18 of this plan

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Evaluate the need to increase operational budget to meet the needs and high level of service base on the Department Evaluation on page 1-18 of this plan

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Develop a cohesive way-finding signage in coordination with City to direct residents and visitors in the community to park and recreation facilities and attractions

3.g Work with City to update CIP with costs for the Future NW Park Concept from this planning process 3.h

Review existing activities and programming to determine the need for additional opportunities for all ages, especially seniors and educational/learning activities (guitar lessons, painting, etc.) based community feedback

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Promote awareness of local resources. Consider a marketing campaign to help communicate Hiawatha Parks and Recreation Department events, activities and announcements.

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Consider a recreation center assessment to determine costs and next steps to move plans forward through the release of an SOQ/RFP

4.c Evaluate the connections from neighborhoods to trails. See map page 1-15 for referenced areas.

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4.d Evaluate the need to improve crossing at North Center Point Road.

4.e Consider a designated bike lane on Emmons.

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Appendix A Complete Public Input Data A-2 Stake Holder Interview Results A-4 Crowdsource Mapping Results A-6 Committee Survey Results A-20 Community Survey Results

Stakeholder Interviews Interview Results Fifteen stakeholders of Parks and Recreation were interviewed. They varied in demographics such as age, gender, background, residency, and relationship to the Parks and Recreation system in Hiawatha. Key takeaways include:

-Dog Park

-Activities, many of which are free

-Well maintained -Comfortable

-Large and small

-City and Country, best of both worlds Current uses: Walking trails, pavilions, concerts, -Open space family fun fest, (future) dog park, little leagues, daily -Fantastic parks that my family uses everyday activity, etc.

What amenities should be included in the new, Participation in community recreation programs: Taylor Park?

Those that have children typically participate in the •Indoor/outdoor pool concept provided recreation programs in Hiawatha. Several •More winter activities also participate in the Market, 5ks, Fun Fest, movies, •Social equity etc.

•Connection to nature and environmental stewardship Online Registration: Few have used the system, but •Recreation Center those that have found it easy to use. One commented •Football Fields (multi-purpose playing fields) that it was easier that the portal for Marion.

•Grandstand

•Splash pad Park Accessibility: On the whole, positive responses.

•Foster Community “Feel”

•Clark needs better crosswalks for those

•Walking Labyrinth

walking/biking to the park.

•Small putting/chipping range

•Baseball diamonds are not clearly marked.

•Secure hammocks

Signage would be helpful, especially for

•Keep as many trees as possible tournaments.

•Giant jenga or other fun game

•Accessibility from parking lot to baseball

diamonds is also a challenge.

How stakeholders can help:

•Perhaps better traffic control with Farmer’s

•Trash/litter pickup Market.

•Volunteer and outreach / advertising events

•Volunteering for programing Safety Concerns:

•Being a City Partner

•Tucker Park flooding •Promotion

•Lighting in Clark •Coaching

•Some “lurkers” in places.

•Help with new park concept

•Drainage at the NE end of the trail around Guthridge What amenities do we not have that we should?

•Yoga Describe Hiawatha Parks to a visitor:

•Monarch Butterfly initiative

•Lots of amenities:

•Recreation Center

-Welcoming and hospitable, a reflection of •Pool

our community.

-Inclusive -Trails A-2

Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision

Would you like to see a recreation center in Hiawatha?

a. If so, how would you like to use it?

b. If so, are you willing to have your taxes

increased to help pay for it?

c. Do you see the need for an outdoor pool?

The majority were in agreement that a recreation center would benefit the community and paying for it through a reasonable tax increase was okay. Although some suggested partnering with other communities to meet this goal.

Additionally, those interviewed see parks and recreation as valuable to the community and believe in improving and investing in them.

City’s Trail Connections:

•Need to make connections from

neighborhoods to trails.

•North Center Point Road can be hard to cross

•Bouson Road is congested

•Designated bike lane on Emmons

•Continue Edgewood Road lanes northerly

•Generally prefer trails over bike lanes How would you spend $10,000 on Hiawatha?

•Gutheridge maintenance

•Reduce trail flooding

•Update park equipment

•Trail marking/crosswalk maintenance

•Natural resource restoration •Gardens

•Secure hammocks

•Beef up landscaping and beautification

Other Comments:

•Love the Farmer’s Market

•Continue to plant variety of trees to replace Ash

•Need to sell high quality of life in Hiawatha

•Need a connection plan for missing sidewalks

•Recreation Center could also be a wedding/

events venue

•Don’t overgrow the parks system, don’t have

to have everything

•More, smaller green spaces throughout neighborhoods.

•Continue to make things accessible.

•Extend bike trail to north park of Hiawatha

•Swimming pool with lap lanes

•Baseball and softball complex for regional tournaments.

•Green belt through incentives for development

•Parks and recreation is essential to a healthy

life style. It also promotes togetherness and a

sense of place.

•Add a pickleball tournament to Fun Fest

•As a young family, would love to see a rec

center and or community pool—even though

it is no small task.

How would you spend $1 Million?

•Indoor facility / recreation center

•Soccer/baseball complex

•Naturescape park

•Indoor/outdoor pool

•Bike lanes and trail connections

•Predominant area with restaurants and a

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Crowdsource Map Results Crowdsource Results There were 8 comments added to the Crowd Source Map. They are as follows:

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• Taylor Park is an opportunity for a “Natural Playscape” • Gazebo park is “good” • Opportunity At Boyson Road: “Trail/side walk connecting Fay and Guthridge parks. Continue wide walk way in front of Mercy Urgent Care, run trail/walkway the perimeter of this open field.

• Opportunity north of Guthridge Park: “Could Guthridge Park be expanded here? Could a Community/Event Center be located on an extension of N 10th Avenue to Boyson Road/Langston Drive? What are the long term plans for this area? The visibility from I380 would be great for a facility.

• Opportunity in Guthridge Park: “This area, if the little league fields are not well utilized, might be an excellent place for a community event center or recreation facility. The area has existing parking, utilities and could work well with other existing park features.

• Opportunity in Guthridge Park: “Pool” • ADA Issues on the north side of Guthridge Park.

• Opportunity in Guthridge Park: “This playground could be replaced with accessible playground for all, handicapped parking is nearby, splashpad is accessible and so are adjacent bathrooms.

Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision

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Committee Survey Results Feedback A committee survey was sent out to the steering committee after our first kick off meeting. This was essential to the planning process because it allowed the project team to get a baseline idea of the main concerns of the community. Once these results were analyzed, the community survey was shaped around the main priorities established.

Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise

#1 COMPLETE Collector: Started: Last Modified: Time Spent: IP Address:

Web Link 1 (Web Link) Thursday, November 01, 2018 1:55:43 PM Thursday, November 01, 2018 2:06:23 PM 00:10:40 155.109.35.52

Page 1: Parks Overview Q1 In your opinion as a Committe Member what are the opportunities you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

I would like to see the expansion of parking and adding of a water feature. I think parking is in issue with this park as it is very limited especially on days when the trampoline park and surrounding businesses are busy. The water feature (pond) would be nice because it is something the City currently lacks.

Q2 In your opinion as a Committee Member what are some of the issues you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

I would like to see the expansion of parking and adding of a water feature. I think parking is in issue with this park as it is very limited especially on days when the trampoline park and surrounding businesses are busy. The water feature (pond) would be nice because it is something the City currently lacks.

Q3 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

I think Guthridge should be visited as the potential location for a community/events center. The area that now houses the baseball/softball diamonds could be relocated to the Taylor Park. The Taylor park location would allow the ability to have lighted fields, this has been along time goal of the current fields. The addition of lights would expand the usage beyone the current usage by just HKL leagues.

Q4 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Respondent skipped this question

Q5 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

The Taylor park location would allow the ability to have lighted fields, this has been along time goal of the current fields. The addition of lights would expand the usage beyone the current usage by just HKL leagues

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Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise Q6 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

The park must incorporate features that are unique to the area to make people travel to the park. Johnston has a park that could be used as a model.

Q7 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunitites do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Tucker would be a great location for a city pool. This is something that is lacking on the NE side of the whole metro area. As the population grows the city could capture this opportunity. Pools such as Bowman woods and Indian Creek are small and hard to access.

The city could make the initial capitol investment and offset with user fees.

Q8 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Respondent skipped this question

Q9 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues/opportunities do you see for the Hiawatha Park System as a whole? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

I think that the parks department needs to continue to grow smart. Many non-residents utilize hiawatha parks features and the city needs to capture this usage to off-set costs. I believe a pool would be a wise investment for the city and the large initial cost could be offset by users fees.

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise

#2 COMPLETE Collector: Started: Last Modified: Time Spent: IP Address:

Web Link 1 (Web Link) Thursday, November 01, 2018 2:06:17 PM Thursday, November 01, 2018 2:17:19 PM 00:11:02 166.181.81.108

Page 1: Parks Overview Q1 In your opinion as a Committe Member what are the opportunities you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Updating frisbee golf course - new trail options

Q2 In your opinion as a Committee Member what are some of the issues you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Accessibility - it can be difficult to find parking, accesd if AirFX is busy

Q3 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

New facilities - or equipment

Q4 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Parking issues and increased trafic

Q5 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

I see a need for new development. The park coupd be a hub for new development. We should have something that can be a draw visitor.

Q6 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Acessibility - w/ o Tower Terrace it will be difficult to access and would be poorly traficked

Q7 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunitites do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

New equipment - new attractions. Opportunity to increase use through new development

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Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise Q8 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Accessibility - it is off the beaten trail. Issues for public safety. Trail extension poses some concern from neighbors

Q9 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues/opportunities do you see for the Hiawatha Park System as a whole? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

I think as a whole we have a great park system - maintaining current equipment and finding or developing new pavillions and attractions can help us build on this legacy.

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise

#3 COMPLETE Collector: Started: Last Modified: Time Spent: IP Address:

Web Link 1 (Web Link) Thursday, November 01, 2018 2:24:27 PM Thursday, November 01, 2018 2:51:53 PM 00:27:26 162.253.47.13

Page 1: Parks Overview Q1 In your opinion as a Committe Member what are the opportunities you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.) potential for another pavilion on back side and trail connection to Edgewood Road.

Q2 In your opinion as a Committee Member what are some of the issues you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Seclusion, Dogs off leash, Not a lot of Amenities.

Q3 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Most popular park in Hiawatha, lots of people each day, potential for more inclusive playground equipment, possible location for a rec/events center.

Q4 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Playground accessibility

Q5 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Event Center/Rec Center, Playground, Trail, Ball Fields, pond, all inclusive amenities .

Q6 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

What is our main purpose? Is it a destination for people to come to or meant to be something just for our community?

Q7 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunitites do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Trail connection to CR and Hodge Property. Upgrade old equipment.

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Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise Q8 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Drug activity, darkness, vandalism, secluded

Q9 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues/opportunities do you see for the Hiawatha Park System as a whole? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Lots of growth in the next five years. People like the cleanliness and upkeep of our parks. Many of our rentals are from out of town, so how do we get our residents to utilize what we have.

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise

#4 COMPLETE Collector: Started: Last Modified: Time Spent: IP Address:

Web Link 1 (Web Link) Friday, November 02, 2018 5:51:10 AM Friday, November 02, 2018 9:00:31 AM 03:09:21 162.253.47.13

Page 1: Parks Overview Q1 In your opinion as a Committe Member what are the opportunities you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

When Edgewood Rd is completed I see the possibility of a pavilion, restrooms, parking and playground on west side of park.

Wildflower/pollinator area. Install bridge and utilize the north 1.5 acres that are currently not accessible. Maybe put wildflower area there. Upgrade restrooms in pavilion.

Q2 In your opinion as a Committee Member what are some of the issues you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

The whole park is not very flat. It's in a commercial area so doesn't get utilized as much.

Q3 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Upgrade older playground equipment. Upgrade restrooms in Red and Green pavilons. Possible event/rec center if ball diamonds moved. This park is a pretty popular park the way it is so I don't really have any great ideas on how to improve it other than upgrading current features. Possibly remove learning center as that doesn't get used much that I notice.

Q4 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Park is pretty full now, not much room for expansion without removing something. There is the possibility of moving the ball diamonds to another location but I don't think that would be very popular. Many of the large trees are reaching their end of life and need removed and replaced. Drainage in the park is not very good.

Q5 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Pond, Event Center, some sort of maintenance structure for staff, Ball fields, playground, trails, Rec Center,

Q6 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Currently out in the middle of nowhere. No access to it other than a gravel road. When developed it will add significant load to park staff.

Actually making the decision on what to do with it. Sewer connection to any structures that require it will be a challenge.

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Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise Q7 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunitites do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Other than upgrading some playground equipment and restrooms, I think this park is pretty good the way it is.

Q8 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Floods consistently. Seems to get more vandalism than other parks. Too many walnut trees.

Q9 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues/opportunities do you see for the Hiawatha Park System as a whole? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

I'm not in favor of moving the ball diamonds at Guthridge. Seems kids use 1 or more of them constantly, plus kids league uses them, which brings more people to the park. The Taylor area has unlimited potential. As a whole the Hiawatha parks are in pretty good shape.

I'd like to see some "pocket parks" installed here and there. With land prices, not sure how to achieve this.

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise

#5 COMPLETE Collector: Started: Last Modified: Time Spent: IP Address:

Web Link 1 (Web Link) Sunday, November 04, 2018 9:46:24 AM Sunday, November 04, 2018 10:09:59 AM 00:23:35 50.82.190.143

Page 1: Parks Overview Q1 In your opinion as a Committe Member what are the opportunities you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.) incorporate more native/pollinator species add patio with fire ring add umbrella type structure to add more shade

Q2 In your opinion as a Committee Member what are some of the issues you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.) too isolated, to easy for vandalism no way to keep pet owners from letting pets run free, could be safety issue basically one dimensional, its a disc golf course

Q3 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.) replace playground at green pavilion with new toddler equipment

Q4 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.) learning center outdated and little used green pavilion outdated and small

Q5 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.) new lodge, paved one mile trail, pond, soccer and baseball fields

Q6 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.) too far away, might be seen as a neighborhood park for only those that live out there

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Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise Q7 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunitites do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.) off road bike trail on newly purchased property

Q8 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.) vandalism, families and walkers not safe there at night pavilion outdated, needs replaced splash pad needs resurfacing playground equipment needs to be replaced--toddler area

Q9 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues/opportunities do you see for the Hiawatha Park System as a whole? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.) funding is the major issue

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise

#6 COMPLETE Collector: Started: Last Modified: Time Spent: IP Address:

Web Link 1 (Web Link) Tuesday, November 06, 2018 5:46:34 PM Tuesday, November 06, 2018 5:57:42 PM 00:11:08 162.253.47.13

Page 1: Parks Overview Q1 In your opinion as a Committe Member what are the opportunities you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Skating rink

Q2 In your opinion as a Committee Member what are some of the issues you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Parking

Q3 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Inclusive park, recreation center, pickleball courts, lighted trail, lighted basketball courts, raised community gardens

Q4 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Needs inclusive park, adjustable basketball hoops

Q5 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Event and/or Rec Center, ball diamonds, soccer fields

Q6 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Respondent skipped this question

Q7 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunitites do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Lighted trail, basketball courts, mini soccer fields

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Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise Q8 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Scary after dark. A lot of vandalism. No parking.

Q9 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues/opportunities do you see for the Hiawatha Park System as a whole? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Needs trails connecting parks, NEEDS REC CENTER. Needs gym space.

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#7 COMPLETE Collector: Started: Last Modified: Time Spent: IP Address:

Web Link 1 (Web Link) Sunday, November 18, 2018 8:24:44 PM Sunday, November 18, 2018 10:40:47 PM 02:16:03 50.83.35.129

Page 1: Parks Overview Q1 In your opinion as a Committe Member what are the opportunities you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

The future Edgewood Road extension will run along this property creating a much higher visibility. Connectivity to future Wickiup Conservation Center. The current park enhances other adjacent or near by business activity such as for Hiawatha Day School and Air FX along with connecting residential subdivisions.

Golf Frisbee is well utilized; There is future availability to purchasing land to extend park to add other activity such as basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts and shelter's with grills, picnic tables.

Q2 In your opinion as a Committee Member what are some of the issues you see at Clark Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Maintaining & replacing existing facilities, trails, & equipment as needed; Keeping frisbee's out of Hemstra's beans/corn.

Trail use after dark could be unsafe; lighting along trails would be helpful but very expensive.

A lot of land to mow. Can we consider planting prairie grasses between the trail and freeways.

Relocate compost area and utilize that space for courts.

Q3 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

As our community grows, grow Farmer's Markets; Provide continuity between all parks and providing a safe and accessible environment at all parks; Improve ball diamonds; there is a general shortage in our community; Consider an area adding other amenities such as an ice rink, event/rec center, skate park and pond; This park supports our community festivals and farmers market very well.

Q4 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Guthridge Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Parking is an issue; it is a well utilized park; Maintaining & replacing existing facilities, trails, & equipment as needed; This park is well utilized; overloading this park even if it is in the center of our community; Maintaining open space is essential to accommodate current activities; Lots to mow could we consider planting prairie grasses to help reduce mowing but not interrupt the activities desire in the park;

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Hiawatha 2029 Park and Recreation Vision Hiawatha Parks Vision Issues & Opportunities Exercise Q5 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunities do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

In our last survey more then half of the respondents wanted to see a recreational facility. They also wanted to see a water feature as well. Swimming pool/pond and ice rink; Able to provide residents in the northwest area that are not currently being served; utilize this park to educate visitors i.e. butterfly gardens, plant pollinators, wild flowers, etc...; Great visibility from the interstate; If a new school were to be built the park would be a great enhancement to their development.

Q6 In your opinion as a Committee Member what issues do you see at Taylor Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Maintaining & replacing existing facilities, trails, & equipment as needed after build out; Lack of free Wifi without ImOn. Other parks have no less then 2-hours of free wifi. ImOn is not built out within this area-a 5-years of more; Location not close to the center of our community but provides an opportunity to build upon other park and recreational needs; Need to conduct a feasibility study for community rec center/pool; Preserve or enhance wet area providing a natural means to control runoff and erosion.

Q7 In your opinion as a Committee Member what opportunitites do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Able to make a connection to Hodge Park with initial trail connections; Connecting trail from Northwood to Tucker to Robins to Cedar Valley Nature Trail; Could make Hodge land a off road trail instead of installing concrete or asphalt; Creating a connectivity for individuals to the village center.

Q8 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues do you see at Tucker Park? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Maintaining & replacing existing facilities, trails, & equipment as needed;

Q9 In your opinion as a Committe Member what issues/opportunities do you see for the Hiawatha Park System as a whole? (Amenitites, Accessibility, Sustainability, etc.)

Maintaining & replacing existing facilities, trails, & equipment as needed; Do not need to duplicate facilities; not cost effective; Connect all parks with trails for walkers, bikers making it easier for them to stay within the Hiawatha limits; Do a new map showing the proximity of parks and nearby residential activities;

Village Center Plaza-a complimentary concept for additional activities by the Village Center development. The plaza would provide for open space close to commercial/retail/residential areas;

Taylor's property and a city hall plaza will provide new opportunity to add events and recreational activities that our current parks don't offer today.

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Full Community Survey Results Community Survey A community-wide survey was created in coordination with the project team and the steering committee.

This was available online through Survey Monkey and was advertised on the City website, social media pages and a postcard that was mailed out to all Hiawatha residents. A QR code was on the advertising material so that residents could easily scan their smart phone directly to the survey. Hard copies of the survey were also made available and could be picked up at the Hiawatha Parks and Recreation Office in City Hall. Between all of these options we had over 180 responses.

COMMUNITY SURVEY

Hiawatha City Hall 101 Emmons St. Hiawatha, IA 52233

The City of Hiawatha is upda�ng their Comprehensive Park & Recrea�on Plan.

Your input is needed! Please use this QR code below or visit the City’s Website or Facebook Page to access our survey.

Postal Customer Hiawatha, IA 52233 Use a QR Scanner applica�on on your smartphone to go straight to the survey by scanning this image!

Hiawatha 2029 Park & Recreation Vision Hiawatha

COMMUNITY SURVEY

For project informa�on and to access the survey please visit the project website at:

h�ps://hiawathaparksvision.com/ Hiawatha City Hall 101 Emmons St. Hiawatha, IA 52233

The City of Hiawatha is upda�ng their Comprehensive Park & Recrea�on Plan.

Your input is needed! Please use this QR code below or visit the City’s Website or Facebook Page to access our survey.

Postal Customer Hiawatha, IA 52233

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Use a QR Scanner applica�on on your smartphone to go straight to the survey

Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey

Q1 What is your age?

Answered: 178

Skipped: 0

Under 18

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65-74

75 or older 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Under 18

1.69%

3

18-24

2.25%

4

25-34

14.04%

25

35-44

20.79%

37

45-54

22.47%

40

55-64

24.72%

44

65-74

9.55%

17

75 or older

4.49%

8

TOTAL

178

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Q2 Are there any persons living in your home that are under the age of 18?

Answered: 177

Skipped: 1

Yes

No

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Yes

36.16%

64

No

63.84%

113

TOTAL

177

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Q3 Where do you live?

Answered: 177

Skipped: 1

Hiawatha

Cedar Rapids

Marion

Robins

Toddville

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Hiawatha

90.40%

Cedar Rapids

7.34%

13

Marion

1.13%

2

Robins

0.56%

1

Toddville

0.56%

1

TOTAL

160

177

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Q4 Did anyone in your household participate in a community recreation program in the past year in Hiawatha? (e.g. youth sports, adult sports, dance, yoga, swim, etc.)

Answered: 166

Skipped: 12

Yes

No

Not Sure

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Yes

22.29%

37

No

75.90%

126

Not Sure

1.81%

3

TOTAL

166

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IF YES, LIST ALL PROGRAMS.

DATE

1

Free yoga, free dance, State Fair Trip, farmers market, Hiawatha Fun Days, Friday concerts in park

12/16/2018 3:39 PM

2

yoga

12/9/2018 9:07 AM

3

Dance, Basketball

11/27/2018 11:11 PM

4

Gymnastics

11/27/2018 12:30 PM

5

HKL

11/26/2018 10:58 PM

6

Yoga, state fair bus trip, reindeer run

11/26/2018 5:26 PM

7

Adult sand volleyball

11/26/2018 3:31 PM

8

Baseball, Soccer, Farmers Market, Concerts, FunFest, Walk Run,

11/24/2018 12:52 PM

9

tennis, baseball, soccer

11/21/2018 10:54 AM

10

Yoga 5k

11/20/2018 4:58 PM

11

JKL, playgrounds

11/19/2018 7:19 AM

12

I use the bike trail

11/18/2018 11:59 PM

13

Blastball, soccer

11/18/2018 4:39 PM

14

fitness

11/17/2018 7:38 PM

15

Adult Sports

11/17/2018 6:56 PM

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Hiawatha kids league and blast ball and yoga

11/17/2018 4:56 PM

17

AYSO Soccer

11/9/2018 7:28 AM

18

Rented community center. We have participated in many activities over the years though and feel that they were very economical and worth the money. Especially appreciated summer park programs for kids and HKL!

11/9/2018 6:20 AM

19

Hill, adventure camp, hibria

11/8/2018 5:04 PM

20

some of those exercise classes & Painting classes at the Community Center

11/8/2018 4:12 PM

21

Soccer

11/8/2018 10:39 AM

22

Smart Soccer

11/8/2018 7:39 AM

23

Hiawatha Kids League, Soccer

11/8/2018 7:29 AM

24

Workout sessions at the Hiawatha Community Center

11/7/2018 8:33 PM

25

Hiawatha kids league

11/7/2018 6:14 PM

26

blast ball youth soccer

11/7/2018 6:14 PM

27

youth soccer and blast ball

11/7/2018 6:10 PM

28

Soccer

11/7/2018 5:30 PM

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Q5 Did anyone in your household participate in a community recreation program in the past year in another community in the area? (e.g. youth sports, adult sports, dance, yoga, swim, etc.)

Answered: 165

Skipped: 13

Yes

No

Not Sure

If yes, please list all the...

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Yes

7.88%

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69.09%

Not Sure

1.82%

3

If yes, please list all the programs

21.21%

35

13 114

TOTAL

165

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IF YES, PLEASE LIST ALL THE PROGRAMS

DATE

1

yoga

12/16/2018 3:39 PM

2

Yoga, pilate, fitness

12/1/2018 12:45 PM

3

swimming @ YMCA, Lacrosse @ Center Point

11/29/2018 7:42 PM

4

Soccer

11/27/2018 11:11 PM

5

HKL

11/26/2018 10:58 PM

6

Indoor children's swimming lessons @ Coe

11/26/2018 3:31 PM

7

Volleyball - coed sand, women’s indoor

11/25/2018 9:04 PM

8

Swimming

11/25/2018 7:41 PM

9

there seems to be more children activities than seniors

11/25/2018 2:14 PM

10

Swim, Basketball, Soccer,

11/24/2018 12:52 PM

11

swimming, basketball

11/21/2018 10:54 AM

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Golf, 5k

11/20/2018 4:58 PM

13

Meet me at the Market

11/20/2018 11:22 AM

14

T-Ball, swim leassons, swim, taekwondo

11/19/2018 6:26 PM

15

Swimming and basketball

11/19/2018 3:23 PM

16

RC Rec Center fitness programs

11/19/2018 1:53 PM

17

Cedar Rapids youth activities. We would love if more parks and rec opportunities were offered in Hiawatha!

11/19/2018 1:47 PM

18

Yoga, swim, dance

11/19/2018 1:01 PM

19

Swimming in Cedar Rapids

11/19/2018 7:50 AM

20

Adult and kid sports, yoga swim

11/19/2018 7:12 AM

21

yoga, pilates

11/18/2018 11:59 PM

22

Cycling events

11/18/2018 7:15 PM

23

Cr tee ball and soccer

11/18/2018 11:32 AM

24

YmcA, ayso, school sports

11/17/2018 4:56 PM

25

Swimming--water exercise

11/11/2018 10:36 PM

26

AYSO Soccer

11/9/2018 7:28 AM

27

Dance

11/9/2018 6:20 AM

28

Swimming

11/8/2018 10:39 AM

29

Kennedy swim team, YMCA Flag Football, Men's Hockey League

11/8/2018 7:29 AM

30

Swim through Cedar Rapids and dance through a private studio

11/7/2018 10:17 PM

31

Youth sports, swim lessons

11/7/2018 6:43 PM

32

YMCA basketball, swim lessons

11/7/2018 6:14 PM

33

swim lessons

11/7/2018 6:14 PM

34

Art class

11/7/2018 5:33 PM

35

Swim

11/7/2018 5:30 PM

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey

Q6 Does the community's current variety of recreational programs and classes meet the needs of your household?

Answered: 166

Skipped: 12

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No

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Yes

47.59%

79

No

22.29%

37

Not Sure

30.12%

50

TOTAL

166

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IF NO, PLEASE EXPLAIN IN WHAT WAYS IT IS NOT MEETING YOUR NEEDS.

DATE

1

Indoor, year-round swimming opportunities would provide for joint friendly exercise.

12/9/2018 11:01 AM

2

would like to see more "drop-in" programs for 50+ crowd to "try-out" new experiences without commitment of full program - ?pickle ball, pottery, group guitar lesson??

12/9/2018 9:07 AM

3

More youth activities- wider variety. Example- lacrosse

11/25/2018 12:36 PM

4

Most of the activities I'm interested in are not available at times convenient to me.

11/23/2018 1:30 PM

5

No Dog Park in the immediate area., swimming pool

11/21/2018 12:14 PM

6

While it does not have everything (swimming pool, gyms, track/exercise area), it is easy enough to access those things elsewhere. I live in Hiawatha because I want to live near green spaces and open areas. I can drive if I want traffic, parking lots, streets, empty commercial buildings and other paved areas.

11/21/2018 10:54 AM

7

Not really interested.

11/20/2018 11:02 AM

8

There is very little available to children under 4.

11/19/2018 1:47 PM

9

Do you have any activities for single people and people with no kids?

11/19/2018 1:46 PM

10

Wish there were events earlier in the day.

11/19/2018 11:14 AM

11

my wife & I are very active. We inline (rollerblade) skate marathons, ice speedskate, bicycle, play in regional Pickleball tournaments. Cedar Valley trail is SUPER! Tennis/Pickleball courts at Guthridge are GREAT.

11/19/2018 9:59 AM

12

More for kids, better basketball arra

11/19/2018 7:19 AM

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Skateboards park, pool need a community Rec. Center like North Liberty. Could keep people of all ages active-healthy!

11/19/2018 7:12 AM

14

gym with enclosed pool

11/18/2018 11:59 PM

15

Need a recreation center similar to what North Liberty has to offer. I believe a city the size of Hiawatha should be looking into this process.

11/18/2018 7:15 PM

16

Hiawatha needs an aquatic center!

11/18/2018 6:44 PM

17

A Hiawatha swimming pool with hours for adult swim only would be nice for exercise in the summer.

11/18/2018 2:21 PM

18

Kids need to be able to play sports before kindergarten

11/18/2018 11:32 AM

19

I just want nice parks with restrooms that offer decent privacy and are not disgustingly filthy.

11/17/2018 8:11 PM

20

I feel it Hiawatha had a work out facility for all ages to use it would be very beneficial. It would bring in money to the community instead of going through ymca or The Mac etc my whole family teens and adults would use

11/17/2018 4:56 PM

21

My kids would love to do swimming in Hiawatha.

11/17/2018 2:25 PM

22

Retiring soon and will have more time for recreation!

11/17/2018 11:53 AM

23

Swimming. Indoor recreation center with adult and child activities.

11/11/2018 10:36 PM

24

Swimming

11/8/2018 10:39 AM

25

Did not know anything was offered.

11/8/2018 6:31 AM

26

This area desperately needs a modern indoor public pool.

11/7/2018 6:43 PM

27

Younger children and classes besides sports available

11/7/2018 5:33 PM

28

Would love to see a ballet/dance class like tippie toes

11/7/2018 5:30 PM

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Q7 Would you want to see a recreation center in Hiawatha? If the City of Hiawatha was to have a recreation/event center what would you like to use for it and what kinds of activites would you like to see at this facility.

Answered: 161

Skipped: 17

Yes

No

Please list here what...

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Yes

21.12%

34

No

26.09%

42

Please list here what activities you would like to see at a recreation/event center facility

52.80%

85

TOTAL

161

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PLEASE LIST HERE WHAT ACTIVITIES YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE AT A RECREATION/EVENT CENTER FACILITY

DATE

1

Have to think about that a minute

12/30/2018 10:00 PM

2

Only if the benefits outweigh the costs

12/19/2018 4:47 PM

3

Workout facility, classes

12/18/2018 5:45 PM

4

Swimming, more fitness programs.

12/18/2018 5:24 PM

5

Indoor track, indoor pool, tai chi classes,

12/17/2018 11:12 AM

6

craft shows, adult education classes

12/16/2018 3:39 PM

7

Adult education, exercise classes, craft classes

12/15/2018 11:46 AM

8

Swimming recreationally and for exercise

12/9/2018 11:01 AM

9

would like to see more "drop-in" programs for 50+ crowd to "try-out" new experiences without commitment of full program - ?pickle ball, pottery, group guitar lesson??

12/9/2018 9:07 AM

10

A place to walk and have exercise classes.

12/8/2018 5:49 PM

11

Not sure what this would like. But is should include yoga, pilate, weight lifting. Cost be must reasonable.

12/1/2018 12:45 PM

12

treadmill or other exercise

11/29/2018 8:26 PM

13

swimming, open gym, small fitness center, ability to rent

11/29/2018 7:42 PM

14

Who wouldn't? The question is how much are we going to have to pay for it.

11/29/2018 2:00 PM

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Indoor basketball courts where we could have tournaments and bring in money from other towns.

We go to Des Moines, Quad Cities, etc all the time and spend our money in their cities. We need to have a large CR/Hiawatha Rec Complex that can be used for sports tournaments to bring money back CR/Hiawatha!

11/29/2018 8:56 AM

16

Courts for basketball and volleyball, swimming pool

11/27/2018 11:11 PM

17

Pool with both outdoor and indoor capabilities?

11/27/2018 12:30 PM

18

Racquetball and indoor walking track & pool

11/26/2018 10:58 PM

19

Swimming pool, courts, treadmills

11/26/2018 5:26 PM

20

Indoor basketball/volleyball court.

11/26/2018 3:31 PM

21

Family oriented activities that would help draw outsiders to shop and spend time in Hiawatha for the day or longer.

11/26/2018 9:51 AM

22

Workout, open gym type setting

11/25/2018 9:04 PM

23

Indoor gym-toddler/kid time especially on inclimate weather days. Swimming Running track

11/25/2018 7:43 PM

24

Exercise for seniors. programs for seniors

11/25/2018 2:14 PM

25

Working out, aquatic center, classes, meeting space

11/25/2018 12:36 PM

26

Free treadmill, elliptical, stationary bike, weights, and weight stack. Tai Chi, Taekwondo, group classes, child and elderly activities and teens.

11/23/2018 4:29 PM

27

Workout facility, public meeting rooms, game nights, community book clubs, indoor dog play area

11/23/2018 11:58 AM

28

Crafting

11/23/2018 11:20 AM

29

community theater, swimming pool

11/21/2018 12:14 PM

30

Swimming

11/21/2018 10:35 AM

31

Volleyball - exercise equipment

11/20/2018 4:58 PM

32

Indoor walking track

11/19/2018 7:54 PM

33

Racquetball, swimming pool (indoor/outdoor)

11/19/2018 6:26 PM

34

Programs for teenage boys.

11/19/2018 4:47 PM

35

Meeting space

11/19/2018 1:53 PM

36

Music classes, science classes, really anything geared toward kids.

11/19/2018 1:47 PM

37

Pool-swim classes (learning & exercise), racquetball, exercise & dance classes-adults & kids

11/19/2018 1:01 PM

38

Daytime yoga/dance/exercise programs.

11/19/2018 11:14 AM

39

multi-use indoor courts with special attention to Pickleball

11/19/2018 9:59 AM

40

pickle ball, adult badminton

11/19/2018 9:41 AM

41

Fitness, exercise classes, educational presentations

11/19/2018 9:35 AM

42

Exercise, book clubs, crafts, support groups, holiday parties

11/19/2018 8:26 AM

43

PIckle Ball

11/19/2018 7:50 AM

44

We would love to have a pool in Hiawatha.

11/19/2018 7:44 AM

45

Place to go (walk, etc) during winter

11/19/2018 7:19 AM

46

Swimming, basketball, indoor track, exercise classes, racquet ball

11/19/2018 7:12 AM

47

Weight lifting equipment. Cardio equipment.

11/19/2018 6:45 AM

48

swimming, basketball, racquetball, volleyball

11/18/2018 11:59 PM

49

great to have workout options and fitness classes, other hobby type classes, activities for kids for weekends and summers

11/18/2018 7:47 PM

50

We may not use it much but think it would be great for the community.

11/18/2018 6:03 PM

51

Indoorvactivites for kids and seniors

11/18/2018 5:50 PM

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Walking track, yoga, fitness room

11/18/2018 3:07 PM

53

Swimming pool, and basketball courts that could be used for volleyball, pickleball, etc.

11/18/2018 2:21 PM

54

Swimming, exercise classes, basketball. Pickle ball

11/18/2018 2:14 PM

55

Basketball, racquet ball, pickle ball, swimming pool.

11/18/2018 2:13 PM

56

Indoor basketball Workout facilities

11/18/2018 11:32 AM

57

Movies, craft fair, adult art programs like the library, use as a polling place (to replace churches)

11/17/2018 9:52 PM

58

Pool yoga massage

11/17/2018 7:38 PM

59

Exercise classes for seniors, etc.

11/17/2018 6:22 PM

60

Yoga, soft exercise, hobby clubs

11/17/2018 5:05 PM

61

Work out facility, yoga etc basketball court, swimming, you could definitely have a party room because there were many families that weren’t able to get the community center for graduation so I know it would get used!

11/17/2018 4:56 PM

62

Not until there is a specific plan for services in said facility and a very clear, non-tax increase financing plan.

11/17/2018 4:47 PM

63

Swimming indoor

11/17/2018 3:05 PM

64

Yoga, cardio equipment

11/17/2018 2:45 PM

65

Swimming, indoor basketball and obstacle courses

11/17/2018 2:25 PM

66

I always think it’s good for the youth to have more options and a Rex center would be great for that

11/17/2018 2:20 PM

67

Yoga or fitness classes. Maybe adult and youth basketball or volleyball leagues.

11/17/2018 11:53 AM

68

Hobby classes. Exercise gym. Indoor swimming/therapy pool.

11/11/2018 10:36 PM

69

Gym facility/pool

11/11/2018 1:47 PM

70

Open gym, YMCA, pool, indoor track.

11/9/2018 11:29 AM

71

Indoor track for winter walking Fitness area Gym rentals are in high demand Swimming

11/9/2018 6:20 AM

72

I'd love to see somewhere kids could play indoors when it's cold. A rec hall with basketball courts!

11/8/2018 5:04 PM

73

Like at the Community Center, group exercise classes, Painting/Crafts, and things like that perhaps

11/8/2018 4:12 PM

74

Indoor Basketball Courts, Indoor Swimming Pool

11/8/2018 7:39 AM

75

Swimming, basketball, workout equipment, exercise classes

11/8/2018 7:29 AM

76

Dances, Socials. Free yoga session. An after school program .

11/8/2018 1:47 AM

77

I'd like - a modern indoor swimming pool with zero-depth entry and a kids play area, swim lessons, open swim, etc - indoor play spaces for kids, especially young kids - an indoor track for walking and running - batting cages

11/7/2018 6:43 PM

78

Uo

11/7/2018 6:18 PM

79

Group exercise classes like bootcamp

11/7/2018 6:14 PM

80

health classes child play time during the winter

11/7/2018 6:14 PM

81

basketball, swimming

11/7/2018 6:10 PM

82

Workout facilities

11/7/2018 5:48 PM

83

Open gyms, obstacle courses

11/7/2018 5:33 PM

84

I dunno for sure if I would use it. But would be great if it had a indoor/outdoor pool. Racquetball courts and a kid play area.

11/7/2018 5:30 PM

85

More kid activities, kid yoga, other sports, for example one time you offered lacrosse but it didn’t fit with our schedule.

11/7/2018 5:21 PM

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey

Q8 Do you currently use a recreation center outside of Hiawatha? If so what is the facility and where is it located? (i.e. Marion YMCA 3100 10th Ave, Marion, IA, 52302) Answered: 165

Skipped: 13

Yes

No

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ANSWER CHOICES

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Yes

8.48%

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64.24%

106

O

27.27%

45

14

TOTAL

165

#

O

DATE

1

No

12/30/2018 10:00 PM

2

Rockwell fitness center

12/15/2018 11:46 AM

3

newbo

12/9/2018 9:07 AM

4

Northland Fitness, Blairs Ferry Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids, IA

12/1/2018 12:45 PM

5

Rockwell rec center

11/29/2018 7:06 AM

6

The Mac

11/26/2018 5:26 PM

7

CR Rec

11/25/2018 12:36 PM

8

YMCA in Marion and Cedar Rapids.

11/24/2018 12:52 PM

9

Vinton

11/23/2018 4:29 PM

10

Rockwell Collins Rec Center

11/23/2018 11:58 AM

11

yoga studio on 33rd Ave. SW

11/21/2018 7:26 PM

12

Currently No, due to distance. In the past. Cedar Rapids downtown YMCA

11/21/2018 12:14 PM

13

YMCA on Council, downtown and Marion. Will use the new one in Marion

11/21/2018 10:54 AM

14

Igym

11/20/2018 4:58 PM

15

Mac Extreme, YMCA downtown CR

11/19/2018 6:26 PM

16

YMCA

11/19/2018 4:18 PM

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Rockwell Collins Rec Center

11/19/2018 1:53 PM

18

Cedar rapids

11/19/2018 1:47 PM

19

Downtown YMCA

11/19/2018 1:01 PM

20

Rockwell Rec Center

11/19/2018 9:59 AM

21

Rockwell Collins

11/19/2018 8:25 AM

22

Rockwell Rec. Center

11/19/2018 8:23 AM

23

Bender Pool

11/19/2018 7:50 AM

24

Cedar Rapids

11/19/2018 7:19 AM

25

YMCA and Rockwell Collins

11/19/2018 7:12 AM

26

Rockwell gym

11/18/2018 11:59 PM

27

YMCA NE Cedar Rapids

11/18/2018 7:47 PM

28

Rockwell Rec Center

11/18/2018 2:21 PM

29

Rockwell Rec Ctr

11/18/2018 2:14 PM

30

Rockwell Collins

11/18/2018 1:18 PM

31

Rockwell Collins Rec Center

11/18/2018 1:15 PM

32

Cedar Rapids

11/18/2018 9:39 AM

33

North liberty pool homeschool swim in winter

11/18/2018 8:17 AM

34

Downtown CR YMCA

11/18/2018 7:43 AM

35

YMCA Marion

11/17/2018 8:14 PM

36

Mercy fitness center

11/17/2018 4:56 PM

37

Cedar Rapids

11/17/2018 4:35 PM

38

Marion YMCA

11/17/2018 2:25 PM

39

Planet Fitness. Edgewood Rd Cedar Rapids

11/17/2018 11:53 AM

40

Bender Pool, Cedar Rapids

11/11/2018 10:36 PM

41

The MAC

11/9/2018 8:00 PM

42

The Rockwell Collins Rec Center

11/8/2018 7:39 AM

43

Youth sports at the Y (StonyPoint and Marion), Swimming at North Liberty Rec Center

11/7/2018 6:43 PM

44

YMCA mercy

11/7/2018 6:14 PM

45

Mac

11/7/2018 5:30 PM

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey

Q9 What is your favorite park and why?

Answered: 118

Skipped: 60

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RESPONSES

DATE

1

Guthridge - great playground equipment when our nieces visit

12/19/2018 4:49 PM

2

Guthridge, I can walk my dogs to it, and around it. It's clean and safe, and just a great park.

There's even a dog drinking fountain! That's awesome, thank you!

12/18/2018 8:11 PM

3

Guthridge, diversity of activities

12/18/2018 5:47 PM

4

Clark Park, is closest to my house

12/17/2018 11:14 AM

5

Don't have a favorite park at this time.

12/17/2018 1:09 AM

6

Clark Park, Walking trail

12/16/2018 3:41 PM

7

Guthrie get, it has a variety of places for my grandkids to play plus wide open places to run

12/15/2018 11:48 AM

8

Clark - good for dog walking

12/9/2018 11:05 AM

9

Fay Ray Clark & Guthridge - walking (like Guthridge more for tree shading) love bringing grandchildren to waterpad at Guthridge

12/9/2018 9:17 AM

10

Guthridge

12/8/2018 5:53 PM

11

Guthridge, close to home. Ability to walk around it (except right now), splash pad, playground, basketball court, tennis court, softball diamonds.

12/5/2018 7:48 AM

12

Guthrie

12/3/2018 10:49 AM

13

Guthridge - close to home.

12/1/2018 12:47 PM

14

Guthridge-it is 3 doors from my house and I love the farmer's market

11/29/2018 8:29 PM

15

Gutheridge - Proximity. Community Events. We love the summer fireworks.

11/29/2018 2:05 PM

16

Dog park, I love dogs and it’s a great way to meet other people and to have the dogs socialize in a neutral setting.

11/28/2018 4:29 PM

17

Guthridge because of the events

11/27/2018 11:16 PM

18

Guthridge

11/27/2018 12:21 PM

19

I live by Tucker Park. It gets a lot of use, it is well maintained. I am glad it has a splash pad for the kids and the walking trail for everyone. The shelters are frequently in use . It is a good place to visit.

11/27/2018 8:54 AM

20

Gutheridge Park has so much to offer. Love HKL there.

11/26/2018 11:01 PM

21

Fay Clark it feels like I am not in “town”, open space. Need to enforce leash laws

11/26/2018 5:29 PM

22

Gutheridge. Location. Open spaces with mature trees. Decent playground for the kids.

11/26/2018 3:34 PM

23

I think all parks are good.

11/26/2018 9:59 AM

24

Guthridge Park. We like the splash pad. The one thing I would recommend it to add (at at least one of the parks), a playset the specializes to smaller kids (2-3 year olds)

11/26/2018 9:07 AM

25

Guthridge- music

11/25/2018 10:18 PM

26

Clarke - the trail and quiet, but stopped using this as much due to it being very open and too many weird events to women this fall

11/25/2018 9:06 PM

27

Guthridge Park that my kids like best. Less windy than Clark and it's in walking distance from our house. Love Tucker park for the shade

11/25/2018 7:51 PM

28

Guthridge- more space

11/25/2018 7:43 PM

29

Guthridge

11/25/2018 2:18 PM

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Noelridge or Cherry Hill-pools, playgrounds, green space, pavilions

11/25/2018 12:38 PM

31

Guthridge Park for the playground equipment and splashpad. Also the sound stage for concerts.

11/24/2018 11:03 AM

32

Clark, because it's a nice walk from my house, around the park & back home, and it's not as congested as Gutheridge is sometimes.

11/23/2018 1:34 PM

33

Noelridge with the flower garden

11/23/2018 12:05 PM

34

Clark because of the wonderful walking trail.

11/23/2018 10:15 AM

35

Guthridge, I live within walking distance.

11/21/2018 7:31 PM

36

knolridge for the walking.

11/21/2018 12:29 PM

37

Clark - less crowded, good walking trail and playground. Open areas. Clean shelter and restrooms. Well maintained.

11/21/2018 11:03 AM

38

Guthridge- love the walking track!

11/21/2018 10:36 AM

39

Fay Clark - the walking path

11/20/2018 5:00 PM

40

guthridge - bands in the park

11/20/2018 11:25 AM

41

Ding Darling or Red Rock - Both are beautiful parks and are well maintained. We enjoy camping, hiking, biking (road and mountain) and kayaking. We can do it all there.

11/20/2018 11:12 AM

42

Clark Park. Proximity to where we live.

11/19/2018 9:44 PM

43

Guthrie. Close to home

11/19/2018 7:59 PM

44

Ellis - lots of trees, creek, bridges, big playground, river nearby, number of shelters to rent Noelridge - good playground, walking trail, pond, shelters, splash pad (by Harding)

11/19/2018 6:35 PM

45

Tucker, close to my home

11/19/2018 5:52 PM

46

Guthridge and convenience.

11/19/2018 4:56 PM

47

Gutheridge. Clean and well-maintained. Central location. Many options.

11/19/2018 2:35 PM

48

Thomas park in Marion. Walking, kids activities, views, picnicking

11/19/2018 1:57 PM

49

Guthridge has a great playground

11/19/2018 1:49 PM

50

Noelridge because it’s fairly close to Hiawatha, has a pool, great playground, terrific walking path

11/19/2018 1:07 PM

51

Guthridge... close to home and has 2 pickleball courts, play areas for grandkids

11/19/2018 10:08 AM

52

Guthridge Park It is near our home and it has a good variety of activities. Stage and splash pad were great additions.

11/19/2018 9:41 AM

53

Wickiup

11/19/2018 8:52 AM

54

Guthridge. Variety.

11/19/2018 8:39 AM

55

Clark, for it’s convenient location near our home, but also for its trail and the peaceful setting.

11/19/2018 8:31 AM

56

Clark Park for walking

11/19/2018 7:53 AM

57

Tucker Park - it has a playground, splash pad, bathrooms and plenty of shade in a condensed area.

11/19/2018 7:46 AM

58

Guthridge

11/19/2018 7:22 AM

59

Guthridge near house

11/19/2018 7:13 AM

60

Guthridge.

11/19/2018 6:46 AM

61

Bever for walking and Noelridge for beauty and playground - Squaw Creek for facility

11/18/2018 7:52 PM

62

Guthridge Park - Lots of features

11/18/2018 7:30 PM

63

Gutheridge

11/18/2018 7:17 PM

64

Tucker. It's quiet.

11/18/2018 6:45 PM

65

Guthridge. Concerts, aesthetics and proximity.

11/18/2018 6:06 PM

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Guthridge Well kept. Enjoy concerts. Should have age restrictions for splash pad. Big kids and teens should not use it.

11/18/2018 5:54 PM

67

Noel ridge park

11/18/2018 5:18 PM

68

Clark park, multi-use trail.

11/18/2018 4:47 PM

69

Gutheridge - lots of different activities and in close proximity to my home

11/18/2018 4:04 PM

70

Guthridge

11/18/2018 3:01 PM

71

Guthridge. Ball diamonds, pavilions for large gatherings, bandstand area.

11/18/2018 2:26 PM

72

Very seldom go to a park but Hiawatha always has the best.

11/18/2018 2:17 PM

73

Guthridge. Close to home. Smaller, easy access

11/18/2018 1:18 PM

74

Thomas Park, kids love the big slide and sand pit.

11/18/2018 12:09 PM

75

Wickiup

11/18/2018 11:41 AM

76

Guthridge. Lots of room, and lots to do in the park. Close to my house.

11/18/2018 10:58 AM

77

Guthridge Park. It is the closest to my home; as well as providing multiple opportunities of things to do.

11/18/2018 10:19 AM

78

Guthridge, walking trails

11/18/2018 9:14 AM

79

Tucker park - large open space, creek, wildlife, and also some park equipment and a splash pad!

11/18/2018 8:23 AM

80

Dog parks! As a renter with pups, it’s nearly impossible to find yard space so the dog parks are essential. Also, Hiawatha disc golf.

11/17/2018 9:56 PM

81

Guthridge. Close enough to walk to and lots of shade trees

11/17/2018 8:18 PM

82

Guthridge, trail, concessions, splash pad, green space

11/17/2018 7:46 PM

83

Guthridge Park, it has all the necessities for my needs. Pavilions, BBQ, Tennis/Pickleball court, and music in the park.

11/17/2018 7:02 PM

84

Guthridge, location and resources there

11/17/2018 6:20 PM

85

N/a

11/17/2018 6:12 PM

86

Guthridge - it is closest and has the Farmer's Market

11/17/2018 5:43 PM

87

Clark Park

11/17/2018 5:04 PM

88

Love Guthridge Park with the paved walking trail and the splash pad etc

11/17/2018 4:59 PM

89

Guthridge....many aspects from bringing kids to splash pad to walking a few laps or a music show

11/17/2018 4:49 PM

90

Noelridge. Flowers

11/17/2018 4:39 PM

91

Nolerige. I enjoy being able to walk around and look at the gardens.

11/17/2018 2:52 PM

92

Squaw Creek. Lots of things to climb. The giant spider climber is my kids favorite. I love that it’s secured by only two ways to enter.

11/17/2018 2:32 PM

93

Guthridge, some many things for all ages to do.

11/17/2018 2:24 PM

94

None

11/17/2018 2:14 PM

95

None

11/17/2018 1:08 PM

96

We the walking trails at Clark and Guthridge Parks ALOT. Enjoy youth ballgames. Enjoy the entertainment events at Guthridge.

11/17/2018 12:00 PM

97

Clark Park--good equipment for grandkids, nice pavilion.

11/11/2018 10:39 PM

98

Noelridge all inclusive

11/11/2018 1:48 PM

99

Don’t go to parks often enough to know names

11/9/2018 8:07 PM

100

Noelridge, because it’s inclusive of people of all abilities. Plus, the ground is safer and cleaner for little ones.

11/9/2018 11:35 AM

101

Guthridge. It’s the big and close to home. Love the trail.

11/9/2018 9:11 AM

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Guthridge. It's very close to our house. Has great basic amenities and a variety of activities available. The dog water fountain is excellent.

11/9/2018 7:36 AM

103

Clark-like the walking trail Also like Gutheridge for splash pad, ball activity in the summer, summer youth program

11/9/2018 6:20 AM

104

Guthridge, close to home. Love the outdoor music events and movies. Wish there were more.

11/8/2018 5:06 PM

105

Gurthridge, because I live close and it has a great walking trail, its pretty, great events like Music and it's clean and overall a great park.

11/8/2018 4:18 PM

106

Clark. Playground.

11/8/2018 10:41 AM

107

Guthridge Park. Trails for me, splash pad for the grand kids.

11/8/2018 10:18 AM

108

Guthridge I love the atmosphere I also enjoy walks at Fay Clark

11/8/2018 7:41 AM

109

Gutheridge. Lots of activities available

11/8/2018 7:34 AM

110

Thomas park

11/7/2018 10:21 PM

111

Guthridge Park- it is the closest to my home and has a lot of space and offers all kinds of activities.

11/7/2018 8:38 PM

112

Gutheridge, so many possibilities - walking, volleyball, splash pad, playground, pavilion, diamonds.

11/7/2018 8:12 PM

113

In Hiawatha, I like Tucker Park because of the nice playground equipment, availability of restrooms, easy parking, and, most of all, abundant shade. I also like that it's typically not crowded.

11/7/2018 6:46 PM

114

guthridge, so many things to do

11/7/2018 6:16 PM

115

Clark and guthridge park, trails through the park

11/7/2018 6:16 PM

116

Tucker park- it's close to where we live, quieter than gutheidge

11/7/2018 6:12 PM

117

East knoll

11/7/2018 5:35 PM

118

Fay Clark is my favorite because of the paved trail.

11/7/2018 5:25 PM

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Q10 What is your least favorite park and why?

Answered: 81

Skipped: 97

#

RESPONSES

DATE

1

I don't have a least favorite park. All parks are worthwhile.

12/18/2018 8:11 PM

2

N/A

12/18/2018 5:47 PM

3

Dont have a least favorite park

12/17/2018 1:09 AM

4

Tucker Park, not near my home

12/16/2018 3:41 PM

5

Tucker - nice park but more secluded and thus concerns for safety.

12/9/2018 11:05 AM

6

Fay Ray - lack of waterpad and trees not mature yet- looks sparse lacks shaded walking

12/9/2018 9:17 AM

7

Faye. Nothing for my grandchildren to do.

12/8/2018 5:53 PM

8

Any that do not have the ability to take a walk around on a sidewalk.

12/5/2018 7:48 AM

9

Not sure. Maybe Tucker Parker. The location sets back hidden from the community.

12/1/2018 12:47 PM

10

no least favorite

11/29/2018 8:29 PM

11

Tucker Park. Low income housing in the area makes it feel unsafe.

11/29/2018 2:05 PM

12

Skate park. Nobody in my family would use it.

11/28/2018 4:29 PM

13

Tucker, not as much to do

11/27/2018 11:16 PM

14

I like all of the parks. The City does a good job keeping them up. I appreciate the shelters, tennis courts, playing fields and play grounds.

11/27/2018 8:54 AM

15

All parks serve a purpose.

11/26/2018 11:01 PM

16

I like them all

11/26/2018 5:29 PM

17

I think all parks are good.

11/26/2018 9:59 AM

18

N/A

11/25/2018 9:06 PM

19

If Clark had some baby swings And the frisbee golf crowd down there can be kinda shady

11/25/2018 7:51 PM

20

?

11/25/2018 2:18 PM

21

Clark park because it needs more equipment for toddlers.

11/24/2018 11:03 AM

22

I like them all

11/23/2018 1:34 PM

23

Tucker Park is dark at dusk in winter. I feel unsafe walking there at dusk.

11/23/2018 12:05 PM

24

None

11/23/2018 10:15 AM

25

I can't think of one.

11/21/2018 7:31 PM

26

shaver park - not enough community use to feel safe.

11/21/2018 12:29 PM

27

Tucker - seems not as well maintained, dirtier.

11/21/2018 11:03 AM

28

NA

11/21/2018 10:36 AM

29

None

11/20/2018 5:00 PM

30

tucker - far away from my home

11/20/2018 11:25 AM

31

Seminole Valley - I was disappointed. Not very well maintained. With the river front you would expect more trails and kayaking. A lot of missed opportunities there for outdoor recreation.

11/20/2018 11:12 AM

32

Marion square park, green square park - not kid friendly, next to traffic, lacking kid play areas, small

11/19/2018 6:35 PM

33

NA

11/19/2018 5:52 PM

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Don't go to others.

11/19/2018 4:56 PM

35

n/a

11/19/2018 2:35 PM

36

Daniels Park-unsafe due to violence and drugs

11/19/2018 1:07 PM

37

Clark. Not fully developed / mature.p

11/19/2018 8:39 AM

38

They are all great!

11/19/2018 8:31 AM

39

Clark Park - not enough shade

11/19/2018 7:46 AM

40

All are ok.

11/19/2018 7:22 AM

41

NA

11/19/2018 6:46 AM

42

Not sure

11/18/2018 7:52 PM

43

Tucker

11/18/2018 7:17 PM

44

Tucker park.....not see location

11/18/2018 5:18 PM

45

Like all parks

11/18/2018 4:47 PM

46

Tucker - not close to where I live

11/18/2018 4:04 PM

47

Fay Clark park. Never understood the appeal of 'disc golf'.

11/18/2018 2:26 PM

48

None

11/18/2018 2:17 PM

49

Clark, not a lot of activities for 10+ kids.

11/18/2018 12:09 PM

50

Tucker

11/18/2018 11:41 AM

51

Tucker Park. Farther way from my home.

11/18/2018 10:19 AM

52

Thomas - very hard for a mom who wants to exercise to also keep an eye on kids. Splash pad completely overcrowded. Bathrooms impossible to manage.

11/18/2018 8:23 AM

53

Clark. If you don't play Frisbee golf it has almost nothing to offer.

11/17/2018 8:18 PM

54

Tucker, small

11/17/2018 7:46 PM

55

No comment, don't have a least favorite.

11/17/2018 7:02 PM

56

Tucker, location and size

11/17/2018 6:20 PM

57

N/a

11/17/2018 6:12 PM

58

Any of them when some pagan idolatry witchcraft thing is going on.

11/17/2018 5:43 PM

59

I do not like noelridge park the trail is not paved its very difficult to walk on

11/17/2018 4:59 PM

60

I don't think this an appropriate question.

11/17/2018 4:49 PM

61

Don't have one.

11/17/2018 4:39 PM

62

Gutheridge. Crap for shade, slides get too hot, really open and not secure enough.

11/17/2018 2:32 PM

63

Ellis

11/17/2018 2:24 PM

64

None

11/17/2018 2:14 PM

65

None

11/17/2018 1:08 PM

66

The one by Nixon. Seems isolated.

11/11/2018 10:39 PM

67

Don’t know

11/9/2018 8:07 PM

68

Tucker- it hard to get to and parking stinks.

11/9/2018 9:11 AM

69

Na

11/9/2018 6:20 AM

70

Tucker, maybe because it's not close to where I leave and I'm just never there. I know it has a walking trail, but it seems small compared to Guthridge.

11/8/2018 4:18 PM

71

Tucker. Flooding. Bad neighborhood.

11/8/2018 10:41 AM

72

Tucker Part. No trails the last time I visited and inconvenient for me when compared to Guthridge or Clark Parks.

11/8/2018 10:18 AM

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Fay Clark the walking trail is nice but it would be nice to have tennis courts or basketball courts

11/8/2018 7:41 AM

74

I don't have a least favorite

11/8/2018 7:34 AM

75

Unsure

11/7/2018 10:21 PM

76

Clark Park- there's nothing to do there except frisbee golf.

11/7/2018 8:38 PM

77

Any park that doesn't have well-maintained bathrooms (NOT PORTAPOTTIES) - because I hate having to drag my kids away from the park when someone needs to use the bathroom.

11/7/2018 6:46 PM

78

none

11/7/2018 6:16 PM

79

Tucker park. Location

11/7/2018 6:16 PM

80

none

11/7/2018 6:12 PM

81

Tucker sometimes has people or kids sitting around. I have noticed people seem to just park/lurk for wifi

11/7/2018 5:25 PM

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey

Q11 When visiting City parks or School grounds, which activities or facilities do you or members of your household most commonly participate in or use? Check all that apply.

Answered: 143

Skipped: 35

Walking

Biking Playground Equipment

Splash Pad Picnic Facilities...

Dog Walking

Ball Diamonds

Bird/Nature Viewing

Tennis Courts

Sledding Athletic Fields (socc...

Frisbee (Disc) Golf Basketball Courts Other (please specify) High School Track

Horseshoeing 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

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60%

70%

80%

90% 100%

Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Walking

89.51%

128

Biking

54.55%

78

Playground Equipment

53.15%

76

Splash Pad

44.76%

64

Picnic Facilities (grills, shelters, etc.)

40.56%

58

Dog Walking

39.86%

57

Ball Diamonds

21.68%

31

Bird/Nature Viewing

21.68%

31

Tennis Courts

20.28%

29

Sledding

15.38%

22

Athletic Fields (soccer, football, etc.)

14.69%

21

Frisbee (Disc) Golf

13.99%

20

Basketball Courts

13.29%

19

Other (please specify)

10.49%

15

High School Track

4.20%

6

Horseshoeing

4.20%

6

Total Respondents: 143 #

OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY)

DATE

1

pickle ball

11/21/2018 7:31 PM

2

tennis court

11/19/2018 7:59 PM

3

Pool

11/19/2018 1:07 PM

4

we no longer play tennis, only Pickleball now.

11/19/2018 10:08 AM

5

Dog parks!!

11/19/2018 8:31 AM

6

Music

11/18/2018 4:04 PM

7

I miss the pull-up bars at Guthridge. Used to walk/jog and do exercises each lap.

11/18/2018 2:26 PM

8

Pool

11/17/2018 7:46 PM

9

Hiking

11/17/2018 6:20 PM

10

Community center activities

11/17/2018 4:59 PM

11

Tether ball

11/17/2018 2:32 PM

12

None

11/17/2018 1:08 PM

13

Music in the park

11/8/2018 4:18 PM

14

Pool

11/8/2018 7:41 AM

15

Four-square areas on the blacktop if they have them and tetherball

11/7/2018 8:38 PM

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey

Q12 Which of the following amenities would you like to be added, improved, or expanded either by public or private entities within the community/region? Mark up to 6 preferences.

Answered: 147

Skipped: 31

Indoor pool

Indoor athletic...

Off-road walking/biki...

Dog park

Outdoor pool

Restrooms Park landscaping/...

Sledding hill On-road bicycle...

Playground equipment (2...

Sidewalks

Splash pad Golf driving range Ice skating/Hock...

Playground equipment (5...

Site furnishings...

X-country skiing Off-road mountain bik...

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey mountain bik...

Pickle ball courts Disc golf course

Golf course

Archery/Trap shooting range

Camping areas

Basketball courts

Shelters

Sand volleyball...

Other (please specify)

ATV trails Park signage/Dire...

Snowshoeing Park parking lots

Tennis courts

Horseshoe pits

Lighted Athletic Fields Skateboarding facilities

Soccer fields

Ball diamonds

Equestrian Trails

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey Football fields 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Indoor pool

53.06%

78

Indoor athletic complex (for multiple programs/sports)

37.41%

55

Off-road walking/biking trails

33.33%

49

Dog park

31.97%

47

Outdoor pool

29.25%

43

Restrooms

22.45%

33

Park landscaping/Trees

17.69%

26

Sledding hill

15.65%

23

On-road bicycle facilities

14.97%

22

Playground equipment (2-5 year olds)

14.29%

21

Sidewalks

14.29%

21

Splash pad

14.29%

21

Golf driving range

13.61%

20

Ice skating/Hockey rink

13.61%

20

Playground equipment (5-12 year olds)

13.61%

20

Site furnishings (benches, tables, grills,etc.)

12.24%

18

X-country skiing

10.20%

15

Off-road mountain biking trails

9.52%

14

Pickle ball courts

9.52%

14

Disc golf course

8.84%

13

Golf course

8.84%

13

Archery/Trap shooting range

6.80%

10

Camping areas

6.80%

10

Basketball courts

6.12%

9

6.12%

9

Sand volleyball courts

5.44%

8

Other (please specify)

4.76%

7

ATV trails

4.08%

6

Park signage/Directional signage

4.08%

6

Snowshoeing

4.08%

6

Park parking lots

3.40%

5

Shelters

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3.40%

5

Horseshoe pits

2.72%

4

Lighted Athletic Fields

2.72%

4

Skateboarding facilities

2.72%

4

Soccer fields

2.72%

4

Ball diamonds

2.04%

3

Equestrian Trails

2.04%

3

Football fields

1.36%

2

Total Respondents: 147 #

OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY)

DATE

1

I marked Restrooms and then decided to do an explanation. As the population ages urgency to quickly get to the restrooms increases, so I am recommending more locations hopefully open all year long.

11/26/2018 9:59 AM

2

Hiawatha roads

11/18/2018 5:18 PM

3

Cleaner, better maintained restrooms

11/17/2018 8:18 PM

4

and pool should be LARGE and worthwhile, CR under does everything. Don't be like CR.

11/17/2018 7:46 PM

5

No Improvements are Necessary

11/17/2018 3:10 PM

6

None

11/17/2018 1:08 PM

7

Wading pool

11/7/2018 5:32 PM

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey

Q13 Do you have any concerns about safety or accessibility in any of our parks?

Answered: 142

Skipped: 36

Yes

No

0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Yes

15.49%

22

No

84.51%

120

TOTAL

142

#

IF YES, PLEASE DESCRIBE THE NAME OF THE PARK AND THE CONCERN.

DATE

1

Tucker - some nearby rentals which raise safety concerns

12/9/2018 11:05 AM

2

Not in the parks but getting there. We live in Hiawatha but if going to any park by foot/bike we have to take routes without sidewalks

11/27/2018 11:16 PM

3

Clark Park, I will avoid the park at times depending on the language and actions of the people playing frisbee golf.

11/25/2018 7:51 PM

4

Lighting, that includes our streets...our street(Rainbow) is VERY dark!!! We have to keep our porchlight on ALL the time

11/25/2018 2:18 PM

5

for handicapped / wheelchair bound family members

11/21/2018 12:29 PM

6

I once noticed the same person at Clark Park several times who seemed suspicious. Twice he had a bicycle and would walk it off the trail and hide where he nor the bike could be seen by the creek on the north where the tree line was. A third time he was sitting on a bench without the bike. While he was not threatening, I worry about a person hiding when I am walking alone in the park. Thank you for always keeping the trails clear when it snows so we have a place to walk! Not all the sidewalks get cleared.

11/21/2018 11:03 AM

7

Safety sometimes at night there are people over there doing things there not suppose to.

11/19/2018 4:56 PM

8

It is not an issue for my family, but if a new park is built, it would be great if it were accessible to people with special needs

11/19/2018 1:49 PM

9

Daniels Park-violence and drugs

11/19/2018 1:07 PM

10

violence seems to be increasing and there seems to be no easy answers... I do not have SPECIFIC issue to highlight. maybe use careful design and layout of landscaping to minimize blindspots and potential ambush sites.

11/19/2018 10:08 AM

11

I do have a concern going by myself to Clark Park and walking. It is so isolated, and it would be easy for predators to target women there.

11/19/2018 8:31 AM

12

Tucker

11/18/2018 5:18 PM

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Access can be improved for bikers/walkers traveling to parks, bike lanes/ extension of multi-use trail along boyson to miller rd. to connect Clark park to main multi-use trail along boyson.

11/18/2018 4:47 PM

14

Dog park parking lots should have lights.

11/17/2018 9:56 PM

15

Lighting should be better on all sidewalks. Consider adding security cameras.

11/17/2018 8:18 PM

16

Tucker park and gutheridge both have access around the whole park. It’s wide open. Tucker has the tree line at the side that makes me nervous. I prefer parks like squaw creek and gill park

11/17/2018 2:32 PM

17

No concerns, presently. But better lighting during early morning or evening hours may bring out more people who are less able to defend themselves. Consider video security monitoring and signage to discourage predators.

11/17/2018 12:00 PM

18

The grass is never cut short enough to play sports without tripping. Especially at Guthridge south of the Ball diamonds. Kids at the basketball court are rowdy too and I never see the police patrolling the park. I live close and would see them if they did.

11/9/2018 9:11 AM

19

Handicap accessibility of play structures. Lighting at Guthridge park could be better for personal safety feature.

11/9/2018 7:36 AM

20

Tucker park gets very dark at night, often people randomly sitting in shelters with lights off.

11/7/2018 6:12 PM

21

As I mentioned before, there seems to be people just sitting around or hanging out to use the internet.

11/7/2018 5:25 PM

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey

Q14 Please rate your satisfaction of Clark Park Answered: 142

Skipped: 36

Very satisfied

Satisfied

Neither satisfied no...

Dissatisfied

Very dissatisfied 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Very satisfied

19.72%

28

Satisfied

42.96%

61

Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied

33.80%

48

Dissatisfied

3.52%

5

Very dissatisfied

0.00%

0

TOTAL

142

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey

Q15 Please rate your satisfaction of Guthridge Park Answered: 144

Skipped: 34

Very satisfied

Satisfied

Neither satisfied no...

Dissatisfied

Very dissatisfied 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Very satisfied

40.97%

59

Satisfied

47.92%

69

Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied

9.72%

14

Dissatisfied

1.39%

2

Very dissatisfied

0.00%

0

TOTAL

144

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Hiawatha Parks Vision Survey

Q16 Please rate your satisfaction of Tucker Park Answered: 143

Skipped: 35

Very satisfied

Satisfied

Neither satisfied no...

Dissatisfied

Very dissatisfied 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Very satisfied

9.09%

13

Satisfied

31.47%

45

Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied

52.45%

75

Dissatisfied

6.29%

9

Very dissatisfied

0.70%

1

TOTAL

143

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Appendix B Future Public Engagement Efforts