MIDLAND PARKS and RECREATION wants to know...

The City of Midland Parks and Recreation Division is in the process of updating the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan, and would like resident participation in the planning. The Master Plan guides the development and operation of parks, recreation, open space, and trails in the City. A crucial component of the process is obtaining and integrating input from you, the patrons of the system.

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* Getting to know you: Do you live in the City of Midland?

Yes, I am a full-time resident.

Yes, I am a seasonal resident.

No, I am not a resident.

I am a property owner but do not reside here.

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* Getting to know you: What is your approximate age?

19 yrs and under

20-34 yrs

35-54 yrs

55 yrs and older

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* Getting to know you: How many people live in your household?

1 person

2 people

3 people

4 people

5 people

6 or more people

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* Getting to know you: Do you have any children under the age of 19 living in your home?

Check all that apply (note: leave blank if you do not live in the City of Midland).

No children

5 yrs and under

5-9 yrs

10-14 yrs

15-19 yrs

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* 1. Within the past 12 months, how often have you visited Midland parks and/or recreation facilities?

Once or twice

3 - 6 times

More than 6 times

Haven't visited in the past year

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* 2. Within the past 12 months, how often have you used Midland’s walking trails or bike paths?

Once or twice

3 - 6 times

More than 6 times

Haven't visited in the past year

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* 3. What is your favorite Midland Park(s)?

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* 4. What do you not like about your favorite park or what would you change about your favorite park?

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* 5. Identify your top 10 park facilities/elements:

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* 6. Please rank the City’s performance in providing the following park facilities/elements.

	SATISFIED	No Opinion	DISSATISFIED
Baseball Fields	Baseball Fields SATISFIED	Baseball Fields No Opinion	Baseball Fields DISSATISFIED
Basketball (Outdoor Courts)	Basketball (Outdoor Courts) SATISFIED	Basketball (Outdoor Courts) No Opinion	Basketball (Outdoor Courts) DISSATISFIED
Community Gardens	Community Gardens SATISFIED	Community Gardens No Opinion	Community Gardens DISSATISFIED
BMX Park	BMX Park SATISFIED	BMX Park No Opinion	BMX Park DISSATISFIED
Disc golf / Frisbee golf	Disc golf / Frisbee golf SATISFIED	Disc golf / Frisbee golf No Opinion	Disc golf / Frisbee golf DISSATISFIED
Dog Park-Off Leash	Dog Park-Off Leash SATISFIED	Dog Park-Off Leash No Opinion	Dog Park-Off Leash DISSATISFIED
Fishing	Fishing SATISFIED	Fishing No Opinion	Fishing DISSATISFIED
Football Fields	Football Fields SATISFIED	Football Fields No Opinion	Football Fields DISSATISFIED
Golfing	Golfing SATISFIED	Golfing No Opinion	Golfing DISSATISFIED
Grills	Grills SATISFIED	Grills No Opinion	Grills DISSATISFIED
Horseshoe Pits	Horseshoe Pits SATISFIED	Horseshoe Pits No Opinion	Horseshoe Pits DISSATISFIED
Landscaping	Landscaping SATISFIED	Landscaping No Opinion	Landscaping DISSATISFIED
Multi-purpose rooms	Multi-purpose rooms SATISFIED	Multi-purpose rooms No Opinion	Multi-purpose rooms DISSATISFIED
Natural Areas	Natural Areas SATISFIED	Natural Areas No Opinion	Natural Areas DISSATISFIED
Nature Trails	Nature Trails SATISFIED	Nature Trails No Opinion	Nature Trails DISSATISFIED
Park Shelters	Park Shelters SATISFIED	Park Shelters No Opinion	Park Shelters DISSATISFIED
Paved Multi-use Trails	Paved Multi-use Trails SATISFIED	Paved Multi-use Trails No Opinion	Paved Multi-use Trails DISSATISFIED
Performing Arts Space	Performing Arts Space SATISFIED	Performing Arts Space No Opinion	Performing Arts Space DISSATISFIED
Playgrounds	Playgrounds SATISFIED	Playgrounds No Opinion	Playgrounds DISSATISFIED
Picnic Areas	Picnic Areas SATISFIED	Picnic Areas No Opinion	Picnic Areas DISSATISFIED
Recreation Center (Indoor)	Recreation Center (Indoor) SATISFIED	Recreation Center (Indoor) No Opinion	Recreation Center (Indoor) DISSATISFIED
Shade Trees	Shade Trees SATISFIED	Shade Trees No Opinion	Shade Trees DISSATISFIED
Skate / Bike Park	Skate / Bike Park SATISFIED	Skate / Bike Park No Opinion	Skate / Bike Park DISSATISFIED
Soccer / Multi-purpose Fields	Soccer / Multi-purpose Fields SATISFIED	Soccer / Multi-purpose Fields No Opinion	Soccer / Multi-purpose Fields DISSATISFIED
Softball Fields	Softball Fields SATISFIED	Softball Fields No Opinion	Softball Fields DISSATISFIED
Splash pads	Splash pads SATISFIED	Splash pads No Opinion	Splash pads DISSATISFIED
Swimming pool (Indoor)	Swimming pool (Indoor) SATISFIED	Swimming pool (Indoor) No Opinion	Swimming pool (Indoor) DISSATISFIED
Swimming pool (Outdoor)	Swimming pool (Outdoor) SATISFIED	Swimming pool (Outdoor) No Opinion	Swimming pool (Outdoor) DISSATISFIED
Tennis Courts	Tennis Courts SATISFIED	Tennis Courts No Opinion	Tennis Courts DISSATISFIED
Viewing nature / wildlife / birding	Viewing nature / wildlife / birding SATISFIED	Viewing nature / wildlife / birding No Opinion	Viewing nature / wildlife / birding DISSATISFIED
Volleyball (Sand Courts)	Volleyball (Sand Courts) SATISFIED	Volleyball (Sand Courts) No Opinion	Volleyball (Sand Courts) DISSATISFIED

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* 7. If you DO NOT utilize the City's parks, please select your reasons why:

Too far away.

Don’t know where they are.

Don’t know what’s there.

Do not like the facilities offered.

Condition of existing facilities/equipment.

Lack of adequate restrooms.

Lack of open play areas.

Lack of facilities.

Lack of lighting.

Lack of water.

Lack of picnic facilities.

Lack of handicap access.

Lack of parking.

Drug and alcohol usage.

Safety concerns.

Vandalism and graffiti.

Overcrowding.

Poor location.

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* 8. Do you travel outside of Midland to participate in recreational activities? If yes, what activity do you primarily participate in outside of the City?

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* 9. Are there any parks, recreation or culture activities that you or members of your household would like to see offered in Midland that are not currently available?

List as many as you would like.

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* 10. Rate the overall satisfaction with athletic and recreational programming made available to Midland residents.

Satisfied

No Opinion

Dissatisfied

Clear

i We adjusted the number you entered based on the slider’s scale.

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* 11. Please check all of the programs that you or members of your household are interested in:

Arts / Crafts

Adult Programs

Teen Programs

Youth Programs

Pre-K Programs

Educational Programs

Outdoor Educational Programs

Outdoor Adventure Programs

Family-oriented Programs

Sports Programs

Cultural Programs

Seniors Programs

Are there specific programs you are interested in? If so please list them:

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* 12. Please state if you agree or disagree with a list of statements related to Midland parks.

	AGREE	No Opinion	DISAGREE
Better parks will help to improve our city image.	Better parks will help to improve our city image. AGREE	Better parks will help to improve our city image. No Opinion	Better parks will help to improve our city image. DISAGREE
Better parks and recreation facilities would help strengthen our city economically.	Better parks and recreation facilities would help strengthen our city economically. AGREE	Better parks and recreation facilities would help strengthen our city economically. No Opinion	Better parks and recreation facilities would help strengthen our city economically. DISAGREE
The City should publish a list of volunteer and donation opportunities to allow the public to help improve City parks.	The City should publish a list of volunteer and donation opportunities to allow the public to help improve City parks. AGREE	The City should publish a list of volunteer and donation opportunities to allow the public to help improve City parks. No Opinion	The City should publish a list of volunteer and donation opportunities to allow the public to help improve City parks. DISAGREE
I believe that the City should more fully develop the park land and open space that it already owns.	I believe that the City should more fully develop the park land and open space that it already owns. AGREE	I believe that the City should more fully develop the park land and open space that it already owns. No Opinion	I believe that the City should more fully develop the park land and open space that it already owns. DISAGREE
I am willing to pay additional City taxes and/or consider a bond initiative to see new parks and recreational amenities upgraded.	I am willing to pay additional City taxes and/or consider a bond initiative to see new parks and recreational amenities upgraded. AGREE	I am willing to pay additional City taxes and/or consider a bond initiative to see new parks and recreational amenities upgraded. No Opinion	I am willing to pay additional City taxes and/or consider a bond initiative to see new parks and recreational amenities upgraded. DISAGREE
I’m satisfied with the overall quality of parks in my neighborhood.	I’m satisfied with the overall quality of parks in my neighborhood. AGREE	I’m satisfied with the overall quality of parks in my neighborhood. No Opinion	I’m satisfied with the overall quality of parks in my neighborhood. DISAGREE
I’m satisfied with the overall quality of parks in Midland.	I’m satisfied with the overall quality of parks in Midland. AGREE	I’m satisfied with the overall quality of parks in Midland. No Opinion	I’m satisfied with the overall quality of parks in Midland. DISAGREE

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* 13. Please rate the importance of the following actions the Parks and Recreation Division could take.

	VERY IMPORTANT	IMPORTANT	No Opinion	NOT IMPORTANT	VERY UNIMPORTANT
Improve and enhance maintenance of park facilities.	Improve and enhance maintenance of park facilities. VERY IMPORTANT	Improve and enhance maintenance of park facilities. IMPORTANT	Improve and enhance maintenance of park facilities. No Opinion	Improve and enhance maintenance of park facilities. NOT IMPORTANT	Improve and enhance maintenance of park facilities. VERY UNIMPORTANT
Renovate existing neighborhood parks, playgrounds, shelters, parking, etc.	Renovate existing neighborhood parks, playgrounds, shelters, parking, etc. VERY IMPORTANT	Renovate existing neighborhood parks, playgrounds, shelters, parking, etc. IMPORTANT	Renovate existing neighborhood parks, playgrounds, shelters, parking, etc. No Opinion	Renovate existing neighborhood parks, playgrounds, shelters, parking, etc. NOT IMPORTANT	Renovate existing neighborhood parks, playgrounds, shelters, parking, etc. VERY UNIMPORTANT
Provide parks and amenities that can be used by people with disabilities.	Provide parks and amenities that can be used by people with disabilities. VERY IMPORTANT	Provide parks and amenities that can be used by people with disabilities. IMPORTANT	Provide parks and amenities that can be used by people with disabilities. No Opinion	Provide parks and amenities that can be used by people with disabilities. NOT IMPORTANT	Provide parks and amenities that can be used by people with disabilities. VERY UNIMPORTANT
Develop new water parks (facility with splash pad, swimming pool, etc.)	Develop new water parks (facility with splash pad, swimming pool, etc.) VERY IMPORTANT	Develop new water parks (facility with splash pad, swimming pool, etc.) IMPORTANT	Develop new water parks (facility with splash pad, swimming pool, etc.) No Opinion	Develop new water parks (facility with splash pad, swimming pool, etc.) NOT IMPORTANT	Develop new water parks (facility with splash pad, swimming pool, etc.) VERY UNIMPORTANT
Partner with the school district to provide mutually beneficial facilities and programs.	Partner with the school district to provide mutually beneficial facilities and programs. VERY IMPORTANT	Partner with the school district to provide mutually beneficial facilities and programs. IMPORTANT	Partner with the school district to provide mutually beneficial facilities and programs. No Opinion	Partner with the school district to provide mutually beneficial facilities and programs. NOT IMPORTANT	Partner with the school district to provide mutually beneficial facilities and programs. VERY UNIMPORTANT
Work to preserve environmentally sensitive areas such as draws and playas.	Work to preserve environmentally sensitive areas such as draws and playas. VERY IMPORTANT	Work to preserve environmentally sensitive areas such as draws and playas. IMPORTANT	Work to preserve environmentally sensitive areas such as draws and playas. No Opinion	Work to preserve environmentally sensitive areas such as draws and playas. NOT IMPORTANT	Work to preserve environmentally sensitive areas such as draws and playas. VERY UNIMPORTANT
Develop new indoor recreation space.	Develop new indoor recreation space. VERY IMPORTANT	Develop new indoor recreation space. IMPORTANT	Develop new indoor recreation space. No Opinion	Develop new indoor recreation space. NOT IMPORTANT	Develop new indoor recreation space. VERY UNIMPORTANT
Renovate existing athletic facilities (soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, etc.)	Renovate existing athletic facilities (soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, etc.) VERY IMPORTANT	Renovate existing athletic facilities (soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, etc.) IMPORTANT	Renovate existing athletic facilities (soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, etc.) No Opinion	Renovate existing athletic facilities (soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, etc.) NOT IMPORTANT	Renovate existing athletic facilities (soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, etc.) VERY UNIMPORTANT
Work to increase the diversity of recreational programming/events within parks.	Work to increase the diversity of recreational programming/events within parks. VERY IMPORTANT	Work to increase the diversity of recreational programming/events within parks. IMPORTANT	Work to increase the diversity of recreational programming/events within parks. No Opinion	Work to increase the diversity of recreational programming/events within parks. NOT IMPORTANT	Work to increase the diversity of recreational programming/events within parks. VERY UNIMPORTANT
Develop additional walking and biking trails.	Develop additional walking and biking trails. VERY IMPORTANT	Develop additional walking and biking trails. IMPORTANT	Develop additional walking and biking trails. No Opinion	Develop additional walking and biking trails. NOT IMPORTANT	Develop additional walking and biking trails. VERY UNIMPORTANT
Increase number of athletic facilities (soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, etc.).	Increase number of athletic facilities (soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, etc.). VERY IMPORTANT	Increase number of athletic facilities (soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, etc.). IMPORTANT	Increase number of athletic facilities (soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, etc.). No Opinion	Increase number of athletic facilities (soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, etc.). NOT IMPORTANT	Increase number of athletic facilities (soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, etc.). VERY UNIMPORTANT

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* 14. How do you rate the quality of operation and maintenance of Midland parks and/or facilities?

	EXCELLENT	GOOD	No Opinion	FAIR	POOR
Condition of Buildings	Condition of Buildings EXCELLENT	Condition of Buildings GOOD	Condition of Buildings No Opinion	Condition of Buildings FAIR	Condition of Buildings POOR
Natural Areas Stewardship	Natural Areas Stewardship EXCELLENT	Natural Areas Stewardship GOOD	Natural Areas Stewardship No Opinion	Natural Areas Stewardship FAIR	Natural Areas Stewardship POOR
Mowing/Tree trimming	Mowing/Tree trimming EXCELLENT	Mowing/Tree trimming GOOD	Mowing/Tree trimming No Opinion	Mowing/Tree trimming FAIR	Mowing/Tree trimming POOR
Weed Control	Weed Control EXCELLENT	Weed Control GOOD	Weed Control No Opinion	Weed Control FAIR	Weed Control POOR
Parking	Parking EXCELLENT	Parking GOOD	Parking No Opinion	Parking FAIR	Parking POOR
Restroom Cleanliness	Restroom Cleanliness EXCELLENT	Restroom Cleanliness GOOD	Restroom Cleanliness No Opinion	Restroom Cleanliness FAIR	Restroom Cleanliness POOR
Signage and Information	Signage and Information EXCELLENT	Signage and Information GOOD	Signage and Information No Opinion	Signage and Information FAIR	Signage and Information POOR
Green Infrastructure (Trails, trees, etc.)	Green Infrastructure (Trails, trees, etc.) EXCELLENT	Green Infrastructure (Trails, trees, etc.) GOOD	Green Infrastructure (Trails, trees, etc.) No Opinion	Green Infrastructure (Trails, trees, etc.) FAIR	Green Infrastructure (Trails, trees, etc.) POOR
Trash Removal	Trash Removal EXCELLENT	Trash Removal GOOD	Trash Removal No Opinion	Trash Removal FAIR	Trash Removal POOR
Security	Security EXCELLENT	Security GOOD	Security No Opinion	Security FAIR	Security POOR

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* 15. Please indicate your level of support for a variety of financing strategies that would increase funding for the City’s parks and recreational programming.

	SUPPORT	UNDECIDED	OPPOSE
Increase the Division’s annual budget.	Increase the Division’s annual budget. SUPPORT	Increase the Division’s annual budget. UNDECIDED	Increase the Division’s annual budget. OPPOSE
Raise funds for new facilities through voter approved bond initiative.	Raise funds for new facilities through voter approved bond initiative. SUPPORT	Raise funds for new facilities through voter approved bond initiative. UNDECIDED	Raise funds for new facilities through voter approved bond initiative. OPPOSE
Increase fees for those who use specialized or maintenance intensive recreational facilities.	Increase fees for those who use specialized or maintenance intensive recreational facilities. SUPPORT	Increase fees for those who use specialized or maintenance intensive recreational facilities. UNDECIDED	Increase fees for those who use specialized or maintenance intensive recreational facilities. OPPOSE
Increase rental fees for park facilities.	Increase rental fees for park facilities. SUPPORT	Increase rental fees for park facilities. UNDECIDED	Increase rental fees for park facilities. OPPOSE
Increase fees for those who participate in recreation programming.	Increase fees for those who participate in recreation programming. SUPPORT	Increase fees for those who participate in recreation programming. UNDECIDED	Increase fees for those who participate in recreation programming. OPPOSE

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* 16. How do you obtain information about Midland Parks Division parks and recreational facilities?

Check all that apply.

Brochures

Social Media (i.e. Facebook, Website, etc.)

E-Newsletter

Print Media (e.g. newspaper, magazine, etc.)

Word-of-Mouth

Other? Please list:

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* 17. What method, or methods, do you feel are the most effective way to provide information regarding park facilities and recreation programs offered within the City?

Check all that apply.

City Flyer

City Newsletter

City Website

Social Media (i.e. Facebook, Website, etc.)

Print Media (e.g. newspaper, magazine, etc.)

Community Bulletin Board

Bi-Weekly E-Newsletter – News and Notes

Midland ISD Communications

Other? Please specify:

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* 18. Which statement most accurately reflects your opinion?

The City has too many recreational facilities.

We currently have enough recreational facilities.

Existing parks should be improved.

The City needs to expand park facilities.

Not familiar with present facilities.

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* 19. Which initiatives should the Midland Parks and Recreation Division prioritize for future implementation?

Check all that apply.

Acquire land for future development.

Develop and improve existing facilities.

Develop more active recreation (fishing, etc.) opportunities.

Develop more passive recreation (picnicking, etc.) opportunities.

Develop more indoor recreation facilities (recreation center, indoor gym, active field complex, etc.).

Natural areas preservation.

Nature and historical programming.

Non-Motorized trails.

MIDLAND PARKS and RECREATION wants to know...

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* Getting to know you: Do you live in the City of Midland?

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* Getting to know you: What is your approximate age?

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* Getting to know you: How many people live in your household?

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* Getting to know you: Do you have any children under the age of 19 living in your home? Check all that apply (note: leave blank if you do not live in the City of Midland).

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* 1. Within the past 12 months, how often have you visited Midland parks and/or recreation facilities?

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* 2. Within the past 12 months, how often have you used Midland’s walking trails or bike paths?

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* 3. What is your favorite Midland Park(s)?

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* 4. What do you not like about your favorite park or what would you change about your favorite park?

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* 5. Identify your top 10 park facilities/elements:

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* 6. Please rank the City’s performance in providing the following park facilities/elements.

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* 7. If you DO NOT utilize the City's parks, please select your reasons why:

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* 8. Do you travel outside of Midland to participate in recreational activities? If yes, what activity do you primarily participate in outside of the City?

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* 9. Are there any parks, recreation or culture activities that you or members of your household would like to see offered in Midland that are not currently available? List as many as you would like.

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* 10. Rate the overall satisfaction with athletic and recreational programming made available to Midland residents.

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* 11. Please check all of the programs that you or members of your household are interested in:

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* 12. Please state if you agree or disagree with a list of statements related to Midland parks.

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* 13. Please rate the importance of the following actions the Parks and Recreation Division could take.

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* 14. How do you rate the quality of operation and maintenance of Midland parks and/or facilities?

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* 15. Please indicate your level of support for a variety of financing strategies that would increase funding for the City’s parks and recreational programming.

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* 16. How do you obtain information about Midland Parks Division parks and recreational facilities?Check all that apply.

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* 17. What method, or methods, do you feel are the most effective way to provide information regarding park facilities and recreation programs offered within the City?Check all that apply.

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* 18. Which statement most accurately reflects your opinion?

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* 19. Which initiatives should the Midland Parks and Recreation Division prioritize for future implementation? Check all that apply.

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* 20. Please provide any additional comments you may have regarding parks and recreation facilities in Midland.

* Getting to know you: Do you have any children under the age of 19 living in your home?

Check all that apply (note: leave blank if you do not live in the City of Midland).

* 9. Are there any parks, recreation or culture activities that you or members of your household would like to see offered in Midland that are not currently available?

List as many as you would like.

* 16. How do you obtain information about Midland Parks Division parks and recreational facilities?

Check all that apply.

* 17. What method, or methods, do you feel are the most effective way to provide information regarding park facilities and recreation programs offered within the City?

Check all that apply.

* 19. Which initiatives should the Midland Parks and Recreation Division prioritize for future implementation?

Check all that apply.