Greater Edinboro Comprehensive Recreation, Park and Open Space Plan

Greater Edinboro Comprehensive Recreation, Parks and Open Space Plan

Greater Edinboro Recreation, Parks and Open Space Plan will be a powerful tool for Edinboro Borough and Washington Township to consider high quality parks, recreation, natural resource conservation, and trails system. It provides a direction to enhance the quality of recreational opportunities, park facilities, trails, and to generally improve quality of life for Edinboro area residents and visitors.The detailed information provided will assist in setting goals and the appropriate allocation of needed support.

The planning process is led by a three-step progression of questions that would allow this plan to be custom-made for the Greater Edinboro region.

Where are we now?
Where do we want to be?
How do we get there?

Public Input is an essential component of the plan. Thank you for participating in this survey.

Deadline to complete the survey is July 9, 2024.

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* 1. Which best describes you? (Select all that apply)

I am a resident of Edinboro Borough

I am a resident of Washington Township

I own a business in Edinboro Borough

I own a business in Washington Township

I work in Edinboro Borough

I work in Washington Township

I am not a resident or business owner of Washington Township or Edinboro Borough

I own real estate in Edinboro area

Other (please specify)

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* 2. Please indicate the number of people living in your household according to the following age ranges:

	0	1	2	3	4	5
Under the age of 4	Under the age of 4 0	Under the age of 4 1	Under the age of 4 2	Under the age of 4 3	Under the age of 4 4	Under the age of 4 5
Ages 5-12	Ages 5-12 0	Ages 5-12 1	Ages 5-12 2	Ages 5-12 3	Ages 5-12 4	Ages 5-12 5
Ages 13-18	Ages 13-18 0	Ages 13-18 1	Ages 13-18 2	Ages 13-18 3	Ages 13-18 4	Ages 13-18 5
Ages 19-29	Ages 19-29 0	Ages 19-29 1	Ages 19-29 2	Ages 19-29 3	Ages 19-29 4	Ages 19-29 5
Ages 30-59	Ages 30-59 0	Ages 30-59 1	Ages 30-59 2	Ages 30-59 3	Ages 30-59 4	Ages 30-59 5
Ages 60+	Ages 60+ 0	Ages 60+ 1	Ages 60+ 2	Ages 60+ 3	Ages 60+ 4	Ages 60+ 5

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* 3. In which age range do you fall?

Under 18

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65+

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* 4. How long have you lived in, worked in, or had a business in our communities?

Less than 5 years

6 - 15 years

16 - 25

More than 25 years

N/A

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* 5. What experiences do want when visiting parks or recreation areas? Select all that apply

Enjoy nature

Fitness (exercise, running)

Organized sports

Picnicking

Socializing with friends

Special events (holidays, fairs)

Walking

Biking

Playgrounds and unstructured play areas

Other (please specify)

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Map of Greater Edinboro Parks

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* 6. How satisfied are you with the recreational facilities and amenities (including sports fields, playgrounds, shelters, and trails) at the following locations?

To find the location of a park please click on the name of the park, visit this link, or refer to the map of parks above.

	5 - Very Satisfied	4 - Satisfied	3 - Somewhat Satisfied	2 - Dissatisfied	1 - Very Dissatisfied	Unsure, I don't visit this park
Mike Onda Beach	Mike Onda Beach 5 - Very Satisfied	Mike Onda Beach 4 - Satisfied	Mike Onda Beach 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Mike Onda Beach 2 - Dissatisfied	Mike Onda Beach 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Mike Onda Beach Unsure, I don't visit this park
Chestnut Park Playground	Chestnut Park Playground 5 - Very Satisfied	Chestnut Park Playground 4 - Satisfied	Chestnut Park Playground 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Chestnut Park Playground 2 - Dissatisfied	Chestnut Park Playground 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Chestnut Park Playground Unsure, I don't visit this park
Billings Park Playground	Billings Park Playground 5 - Very Satisfied	Billings Park Playground 4 - Satisfied	Billings Park Playground 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Billings Park Playground 2 - Dissatisfied	Billings Park Playground 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Billings Park Playground Unsure, I don't visit this park
Pat Crawford Beach	Pat Crawford Beach 5 - Very Satisfied	Pat Crawford Beach 4 - Satisfied	Pat Crawford Beach 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Pat Crawford Beach 2 - Dissatisfied	Pat Crawford Beach 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Pat Crawford Beach Unsure, I don't visit this park
Triangle Park	Triangle Park 5 - Very Satisfied	Triangle Park 4 - Satisfied	Triangle Park 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Triangle Park 2 - Dissatisfied	Triangle Park 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Triangle Park Unsure, I don't visit this park
James Hagerty Park	James Hagerty Park 5 - Very Satisfied	James Hagerty Park 4 - Satisfied	James Hagerty Park 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	James Hagerty Park 2 - Dissatisfied	James Hagerty Park 1 - Very Dissatisfied	James Hagerty Park Unsure, I don't visit this park
Woods Memorial (Softball Field)	Woods Memorial (Softball Field) 5 - Very Satisfied	Woods Memorial (Softball Field) 4 - Satisfied	Woods Memorial (Softball Field) 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Woods Memorial (Softball Field) 2 - Dissatisfied	Woods Memorial (Softball Field) 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Woods Memorial (Softball Field) Unsure, I don't visit this park
Nature's Outlet	Nature's Outlet 5 - Very Satisfied	Nature's Outlet 4 - Satisfied	Nature's Outlet 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Nature's Outlet 2 - Dissatisfied	Nature's Outlet 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Nature's Outlet Unsure, I don't visit this park
Veteran's Park	Veteran's Park 5 - Very Satisfied	Veteran's Park 4 - Satisfied	Veteran's Park 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Veteran's Park 2 - Dissatisfied	Veteran's Park 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Veteran's Park Unsure, I don't visit this park
Inspiration Park	Inspiration Park 5 - Very Satisfied	Inspiration Park 4 - Satisfied	Inspiration Park 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Inspiration Park 2 - Dissatisfied	Inspiration Park 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Inspiration Park Unsure, I don't visit this park
Wainer Park	Wainer Park 5 - Very Satisfied	Wainer Park 4 - Satisfied	Wainer Park 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Wainer Park 2 - Dissatisfied	Wainer Park 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Wainer Park Unsure, I don't visit this park
Peninsula Park	Peninsula Park 5 - Very Satisfied	Peninsula Park 4 - Satisfied	Peninsula Park 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Peninsula Park 2 - Dissatisfied	Peninsula Park 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Peninsula Park Unsure, I don't visit this park
Conneauttee Park	Conneauttee Park 5 - Very Satisfied	Conneauttee Park 4 - Satisfied	Conneauttee Park 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Conneauttee Park 2 - Dissatisfied	Conneauttee Park 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Conneauttee Park Unsure, I don't visit this park
Point Park	Point Park 5 - Very Satisfied	Point Park 4 - Satisfied	Point Park 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Point Park 2 - Dissatisfied	Point Park 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Point Park Unsure, I don't visit this park
Willow Park-Walking/Fitness Trail connecting to Peninsula Park	Willow Park-Walking/Fitness Trail connecting to Peninsula Park 5 - Very Satisfied	Willow Park-Walking/Fitness Trail connecting to Peninsula Park 4 - Satisfied	Willow Park-Walking/Fitness Trail connecting to Peninsula Park 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Willow Park-Walking/Fitness Trail connecting to Peninsula Park 2 - Dissatisfied	Willow Park-Walking/Fitness Trail connecting to Peninsula Park 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Willow Park-Walking/Fitness Trail connecting to Peninsula Park Unsure, I don't visit this park
Thompson Park (Basketball Court)	Thompson Park (Basketball Court) 5 - Very Satisfied	Thompson Park (Basketball Court) 4 - Satisfied	Thompson Park (Basketball Court) 3 - Somewhat Satisfied	Thompson Park (Basketball Court) 2 - Dissatisfied	Thompson Park (Basketball Court) 1 - Very Dissatisfied	Thompson Park (Basketball Court) Unsure, I don't visit this park

Other (please specify)

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* 7. If you are unsatisfied with any of the recreational facilities listed above, please explain how you feel the facility can be improved? (Optional).

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* 8. What are the top three best qualities about Greater Edinboro area parks?

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* 9. Where do you think the communities should focus its parks and recreation efforts in the future?

	High Priority	Priority	Low Priority	Not Necessary
Expand recreation programs and activities	Expand recreation programs and activities High Priority	Expand recreation programs and activities Priority	Expand recreation programs and activities Low Priority	Expand recreation programs and activities Not Necessary
Develop indoor recreation facilities	Develop indoor recreation facilities High Priority	Develop indoor recreation facilities Priority	Develop indoor recreation facilities Low Priority	Develop indoor recreation facilities Not Necessary
Improve amenities in existing parks	Improve amenities in existing parks High Priority	Improve amenities in existing parks Priority	Improve amenities in existing parks Low Priority	Improve amenities in existing parks Not Necessary
Protect open space and natural resources	Protect open space and natural resources High Priority	Protect open space and natural resources Priority	Protect open space and natural resources Low Priority	Protect open space and natural resources Not Necessary
Develop walking and biking trails that connect parks, neighborhoods, schools and businesses	Develop walking and biking trails that connect parks, neighborhoods, schools and businesses High Priority	Develop walking and biking trails that connect parks, neighborhoods, schools and businesses Priority	Develop walking and biking trails that connect parks, neighborhoods, schools and businesses Low Priority	Develop walking and biking trails that connect parks, neighborhoods, schools and businesses Not Necessary
Enhance accessibility in parks (ADA) and inclusivity	Enhance accessibility in parks (ADA) and inclusivity High Priority	Enhance accessibility in parks (ADA) and inclusivity Priority	Enhance accessibility in parks (ADA) and inclusivity Low Priority	Enhance accessibility in parks (ADA) and inclusivity Not Necessary
Improve playgrounds	Improve playgrounds High Priority	Improve playgrounds Priority	Improve playgrounds Low Priority	Improve playgrounds Not Necessary

Other (please specify)

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* 10. The following is a list of recreation activity categories. Check the box if members of your family would like to participate in the activity listed, if they are or would be made available.

Outdoor Recreation (hiking, biking, fishing)

Nature Watching

Exercise and Fitness Activities

Concerts/Movies

Arts and Crafts

Special Events (holiday events, fairs, contests, etc)

Education Classes

Summer Day Camps

Clubs (chess, cards, hobbies etc)

League Sports (baseball, basketball, soccer, etc)

Non-League Sports (golf, tennis, pickleball)

Social Recreation (parties, picnics, dances etc)

Bus Trips

Lake Access

Volleyball

Special Needs Events

Senior Programs

Cultural Diversity Programs

Adult (over 21) Programs and Events

Winter Activities (Cross Country Skiing, Snowboarding)

Other (please specify)

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* 11. If the Greater Edinboro would expand facilities at the existing or newly developed parks how important would it be to provide the following amenities?

	Very Important	Somewhat Important	Not Important	Not Needed
Basketball Court	Basketball Court Very Important	Basketball Court Somewhat Important	Basketball Court Not Important	Basketball Court Not Needed
Bicycling/walking/running trails	Bicycling/walking/running trails Very Important	Bicycling/walking/running trails Somewhat Important	Bicycling/walking/running trails Not Important	Bicycling/walking/running trails Not Needed
Bocce Court	Bocce Court Very Important	Bocce Court Somewhat Important	Bocce Court Not Important	Bocce Court Not Needed
Playgrounds	Playgrounds Very Important	Playgrounds Somewhat Important	Playgrounds Not Important	Playgrounds Not Needed
Multi-use sports fields (soccer/lacrosse/field hockey)	Multi-use sports fields (soccer/lacrosse/field hockey) Very Important	Multi-use sports fields (soccer/lacrosse/field hockey) Somewhat Important	Multi-use sports fields (soccer/lacrosse/field hockey) Not Important	Multi-use sports fields (soccer/lacrosse/field hockey) Not Needed
Pickleball Court	Pickleball Court Very Important	Pickleball Court Somewhat Important	Pickleball Court Not Important	Pickleball Court Not Needed
Picnic Pavilion	Picnic Pavilion Very Important	Picnic Pavilion Somewhat Important	Picnic Pavilion Not Important	Picnic Pavilion Not Needed
Inclusive Playground	Inclusive Playground Very Important	Inclusive Playground Somewhat Important	Inclusive Playground Not Important	Inclusive Playground Not Needed
Restrooms	Restrooms Very Important	Restrooms Somewhat Important	Restrooms Not Important	Restrooms Not Needed
Adult Exercise Equipment	Adult Exercise Equipment Very Important	Adult Exercise Equipment Somewhat Important	Adult Exercise Equipment Not Important	Adult Exercise Equipment Not Needed
Tennis Court	Tennis Court Very Important	Tennis Court Somewhat Important	Tennis Court Not Important	Tennis Court Not Needed
Volleyball Court	Volleyball Court Very Important	Volleyball Court Somewhat Important	Volleyball Court Not Important	Volleyball Court Not Needed
Shade	Shade Very Important	Shade Somewhat Important	Shade Not Important	Shade Not Needed
Swimming	Swimming Very Important	Swimming Somewhat Important	Swimming Not Important	Swimming Not Needed
Storm water Management	Storm water Management Very Important	Storm water Management Somewhat Important	Storm water Management Not Important	Storm water Management Not Needed
Accessibility	Accessibility Very Important	Accessibility Somewhat Important	Accessibility Not Important	Accessibility Not Needed
Indoor Recreation Opportunities/Community Center	Indoor Recreation Opportunities/Community Center Very Important	Indoor Recreation Opportunities/Community Center Somewhat Important	Indoor Recreation Opportunities/Community Center Not Important	Indoor Recreation Opportunities/Community Center Not Needed
Indoor Aquatics Facilities	Indoor Aquatics Facilities Very Important	Indoor Aquatics Facilities Somewhat Important	Indoor Aquatics Facilities Not Important	Indoor Aquatics Facilities Not Needed
Splashpad	Splashpad Very Important	Splashpad Somewhat Important	Splashpad Not Important	Splashpad Not Needed
Facility/Pavilion with full kitchen	Facility/Pavilion with full kitchen Very Important	Facility/Pavilion with full kitchen Somewhat Important	Facility/Pavilion with full kitchen Not Important	Facility/Pavilion with full kitchen Not Needed
Camping	Camping Very Important	Camping Somewhat Important	Camping Not Important	Camping Not Needed
Lake Boardwalk	Lake Boardwalk Very Important	Lake Boardwalk Somewhat Important	Lake Boardwalk Not Important	Lake Boardwalk Not Needed
Lake Equipment Rental Opportunities	Lake Equipment Rental Opportunities Very Important	Lake Equipment Rental Opportunities Somewhat Important	Lake Equipment Rental Opportunities Not Important	Lake Equipment Rental Opportunities Not Needed
Skatepark	Skatepark Very Important	Skatepark Somewhat Important	Skatepark Not Important	Skatepark Not Needed
Fishing	Fishing Very Important	Fishing Somewhat Important	Fishing Not Important	Fishing Not Needed
Nature Programs	Nature Programs Very Important	Nature Programs Somewhat Important	Nature Programs Not Important	Nature Programs Not Needed
Dog Park	Dog Park Very Important	Dog Park Somewhat Important	Dog Park Not Important	Dog Park Not Needed

Other (please specify)

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* 12. How do you typically find information about recreation programs, sports leagues, and special events in the area?

Word of mouth

Borough or Township website

Township School District (emails, schools webpage, etc.)

Community Based Social Media (Facebook Community Forums, Next Door, etc.)

West County Journal

Sports Association Website/Social Media

Can't find information

Other (please specify)

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* 13. How important is it to develop more trails and connections(sidewalks, pathways, bike lanes) to improve pedestrian and bicycling connections in Greater Edinboro?

Extremely Important

Very Important

Somewhat Important

Not at all important

No Opinion

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* 14. How important is it that the Edinboro Borough and Washington Township continue to invest in the development, operations and maintenance of public parks, trails and open spaces?

Extremely important

Very important

Somewhat important

Not so important

Not at all important

Other (please specify)

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* 15. How important is it that Edinboro Borough and Washington Township acquires properties with quality recreation potential or natural diversity to use in future park development or connectivity corridors (trails, greenways, etc.)?

Extremely important

Very important

Somewhat important

Not so important

Not at all important

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* 16. Would you be willing to assist in programming, maintenance or other tasks related to the program and events, parks, trails, and open space in Washington Township and/or the Borough of Edinboro?

Yes

I would be interested in learning more about opportunities

Other (please specify)

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* 17. Do you and your family utilize the PennWest Edinboro University Facilities?

Yes- Please share with us the facilities that you use in the comment box below

Other (please specify)

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* 18. Do you feel there is value in the Borough and Township to work together cooperatively on future projects to benefit the Greater Edinboro Community?

Yes

Unsure

Comments

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* 19. Would you support the development of a Greater Edinboro Joint Parks and Recreation Department to increase the quality of parks and receation ?

Yes

No- Please provide comments in the field below

If you answered no to the above question it would be beneficial to future decisions to understand your opposition.

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* 20. Is there anything else we should know about parks, recreation, and open space in Greater Edinboro?

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* 21. Thank you for taking time to complete this questionnaire. If you are interested in receiving updates, please provide your contact information below. It will not be shared with any other parties. Additional thoughts related to this project can be sent to Heather Cuyler, Pashek+MTR at hcuyler@pashek+MTR.com

Name

Company

Address

Address 2

City/Town

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Country

Email Address

Phone Number

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* 1. Which best describes you? (Select all that apply)

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* 2. Please indicate the number of people living in your household according to the following age ranges:

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* 3. In which age range do you fall?

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* 4. How long have you lived in, worked in, or had a business in our communities?

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* 5. What experiences do want when visiting parks or recreation areas? Select all that apply

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Map of Greater Edinboro Parks

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* 6. How satisfied are you with the recreational facilities and amenities (including sports fields, playgrounds, shelters, and trails) at the following locations?To find the location of a park please click on the name of the park, visit this link, or refer to the map of parks above.

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* 7. If you are unsatisfied with any of the recreational facilities listed above, please explain how you feel the facility can be improved? (Optional).

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* 8. What are the top three best qualities about Greater Edinboro area parks?

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* 9. Where do you think the communities should focus its parks and recreation efforts in the future?

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* 10. The following is a list of recreation activity categories. Check the box if members of your family would like to participate in the activity listed, if they are or would be made available.

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* 11. If the Greater Edinboro would expand facilities at the existing or newly developed parks how important would it be to provide the following amenities?

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* 12. How do you typically find information about recreation programs, sports leagues, and special events in the area?

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* 13. How important is it to develop more trails and connections(sidewalks, pathways, bike lanes) to improve pedestrian and bicycling connections in Greater Edinboro?

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* 14. How important is it that the Edinboro Borough and Washington Township continue to invest in the development, operations and maintenance of public parks, trails and open spaces?

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* 15. How important is it that Edinboro Borough and Washington Township acquires properties with quality recreation potential or natural diversity to use in future park development or connectivity corridors (trails, greenways, etc.)?

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* 16. Would you be willing to assist in programming, maintenance or other tasks related to the program and events, parks, trails, and open space in Washington Township and/or the Borough of Edinboro?

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* 17. Do you and your family utilize the PennWest Edinboro University Facilities?

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* 18. Do you feel there is value in the Borough and Township to work together cooperatively on future projects to benefit the Greater Edinboro Community?

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* 19. Would you support the development of a Greater Edinboro Joint Parks and Recreation Department to increase the quality of parks and receation ?

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* 20. Is there anything else we should know about parks, recreation, and open space in Greater Edinboro?

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* 6. How satisfied are you with the recreational facilities and amenities (including sports fields, playgrounds, shelters, and trails) at the following locations?

To find the location of a park please click on the name of the park, visit this link, or refer to the map of parks above.