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Barto Community Park
Master Plan Community Survey

Washington Township Park & Recreation Master Plan Study
June 2026
The Township is preparing a comprehensive Park and Recreation Master Plan for Barto Community Park to guide future improvements, programming, conservation efforts, and recreational opportunities. Your feedback will help determine community priorities and ensure that parks and recreation facilities meet the needs of current and future residents.

All responses are confidential and will be used for planning purposes only.
Section 1 – About You
1.Which age group best describes you?
2.Which members of your household regularly use Township parks? (Check all that apply)
Section 2 - Recreation Participation
3.How often do you participate in the following activities at any location (not limited to Township facilities)?
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
Rarely
Never
Walking/Running/Jogging
Bicycling
Hiking/Nature Walks
Playground Use
Picnicking
Organized Sports
Pickleball
Tennis
Basketball
Fitness/Exercise
Fishing
Community Events/Festivals
Dog Walking/Dog Parks
Bird Watching/Nature Observation
Golf
4.What recreational activities do you participate in that are not listed above?
Section 3 – Existing Parks and Recreation Facilities
5.How satisfied are you with the Township's current parks and recreation facilities?
6.Which existing park amenities do you use most often? (Select up to 5)
7.Are there existing park facilities or services that you feel are underutilized or no longer needed?
Section 4 – Future Recreation Needs
8.What recreation facilities or services are currently lacking in the Township? (Select all that apply)
Section 5 – Serving All Age Groups
9.Do you believe the Township currently provides adequate recreation opportunities for all age groups?
10.If no, which age groups are underserved? (Check all that apply)
11.What additional facilities, programs, or activities would better serve these age groups?
Section 6 – Transportation and Connectivity
12.How important is providing safe walking and bicycle connections between neighborhoods and Township parks?
Section 7 – Natural Resources and Community Character
13.How important is preserving the Township's rural character and scenic qualities within parks?
14.How important are the following park features?
Very Important
Important
Neutral
Not Important
Tree Preservation
Woodland Protection
Ecological Restoration
Wildlife Habitat Enhancement
Stream and Wetland Protection
Native Plantings
Quiet Sitting Areas
Nature Observation Areas
15.What natural resource or conservation initiatives should receive the highest priority?
Section 8 – Playgrounds and Youth Recreation
16.How satisfied are you with the current playground facilities?
17.Should the playground be expanded or improved?
18.Which playground improvements would you support? (Select all that apply)
19.Should the Township consider creating a dedicated area where children can safely ride bicycles, scooters, and similar wheeled toys?
20.What features would you like to include in such an area?
Section 9 – Trails and Active Recreation
21.What type of trail system is most important to include within Township parks?
22.What trail features are most important to you? (Select up to 3)
Section 10 – Priorities and Final Comments
23.Please identify the three most important priorities for the Township's parks over the next 10 years.
24.Are there any additional comments, concerns, or suggestions you would like the Township to consider as part of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan?
Thank you for participating. Your input will help shape the future of the Township's parks, recreation facilities, trails, and natural resources.