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HARBOR ISLAND PARK – COMMUNITY PARK SURVEY
Village of Mamaroneck - Department of Parks and Recreation
The Village of Mamaroneck is in the process of updating the master plan for Harbor Island Park. As part of this process, a community park survey has been developed to collect public input for planning purposes, solicit feedback on programs and assess community needs.
Thank you for your participation in this important process!
1.
What is your Gender?
Male
Female
Other (please specify)
2.
What is your age?
Under 18
18 to 24
25 to 34
35 to 44
45 to 54
55 to 64
65 +
75 or Older
3.
Do you have children under 18 in your household?
Yes
No
4.
If so, how many?
1
2
3
4
5 +
5.
Please describe your race/ethnicity (check all that apply):
Asian/Pacific Islander
Black/African American
Caucasian
Hispanic/Latino
American Indian
Other (please specify)
6.
Residence:
Village of Mamaroneck
Village of Larchmont
Town of Mamaroneck
Town of Rye / Rye Neck
Other (please specify)
7.
During the last 12 months, approximately how many times have you or members in your household visited Harbor Island Park?
0
1-5
6-9
10+
8.
How do you usually access the park?
Walking
Bicycle
Car
Other (please specify)
9.
Rate the ease of accessing the park? (1=very difficult, 5 = easy) check one:
Very difficult
Difficult
Neural
Somewhat easy
Easy
10.
Is there sufficient parking available in the park?
Yes
No
Not Sure
11.
How safe do you feel in the park? (daytime)
Very safe
Safe
Somewhat safe
Unsafe
Not safe at all
12.
How safe do you feel in the park? (evening/night)
Very safe
Safe
Somewhat safe
Unsafe
Not safe at all
13.
How would you rate the cleanliness of the park? (1=not clean, 5 = very clean) check one
1
2
3
4
5
14.
How well-maintained are the park facilities? (1=poorly, 5 = very well): check one:
1
1 star
2
2 stars
3
3 stars
4
4 stars
5
5 stars
15.
Are there any areas in need of immediate maintenance improvements?
16.
How many of the following activities have you participated in at Harbor Island Park? (check all that apply):
Walking / Hiking
Running / Jogging
Bicycling
Walking with pet
Kayaking / Paddle Boarding
Swimming
Splash Pad
Boating / Marina
Beach / Sunbathing
Dog Park
Marine Education Center
Nature Study
Flying Kites
Summer / Sports Camp
Soccer
Baseball / Softball / T-Ball
Bird watching
Photography
Fishing
Pick up litter
Picnic
Playground
Tennis / Pickle Ball
Event Venue / Live Music
Other (please specify)
17.
What are your motivations for visiting the park? (check all that apply):
Exercise & Fitness
Recreation
Enjoy nature and be outdoors
Socialize with family / friends
Reduce stress or unwind
Solitude
Other (please specify)
18.
How would you rate your overall recreational experience at Harbor Island Park?
Extremely dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very satisfied
19.
Are there any barriers in the park limiting your ability to enjoy recreational activities?
20.
Would you spend more time in the park if it was more visually appealing?
Yes
No
21.
Are there existing activities or programs within the park that you participate in, and feel should be developed or expanded?
22.
What kind of programs would you like to see offered at Harbor Island Park?
23.
Overall, how satisfied are you with Harbor Island Park?
Extremely Dissatisfied
1 star
Dissatisfied
2 stars
Neutral
3 stars
Satisfied
4 stars
Very Satisified
5 stars
24.
What are the park’s biggest strengths? (Chose 3)
Beach
Marina
Boat Ramp
Marine Education Center
Athletic Fields
Tennis Center
Playground
Spray Pad
Dog Park
Pathways
Other (please specify)
25.
How important are the following features to you?
Not Important
Less Important
Somewhat Important
Important
Very Important
Preserving natural waterfront scenery
Not Important
Less Important
Somewhat Important
Important
Very Important
Walking and biking paths
Not Important
Less Important
Somewhat Important
Important
Very Important
Playgrounds / children's areas
Not Important
Less Important
Somewhat Important
Important
Very Important
Fitness equipment / athletic areas
Not Important
Less Important
Somewhat Important
Important
Very Important
Picnic areas and seating
Not Important
Less Important
Somewhat Important
Important
Very Important
Eco-friendly / sustainable features
Not Important
Less Important
Somewhat Important
Important
Very Important
Cultural or public art installations
Not Important
Less Important
Somewhat Important
Important
Very Important
Organized events and programs
Not Important
Less Important
Somewhat Important
Important
Very Important
26.
Which improvements or additions would you like to see in the park? (Select all that apply)
More seating / picnic areas
Better lighting and safety measures
Upgraded athletic fields (synthetic turf)
Additional athletic fields
Public tennis / pickleball courts
Basketball court
Indoor athletic facilities
Additional sports lighting
Improved or expanded playgrounds
More water access / boating facilities
More walking / biking trails
More public restrooms facilities
Food kiosks / food trucks
Wi-Fi
Outdoor fitness or exercise areas
Community events or festivals
Environmental sustainability initiatives
Other (please specify)
27.
What improvements would you suggest to enhance the park experience?
28.
How likely are you to recommend Harbor Island Park to friends or family?
Not Likely
1 star
Somewhat Likely
2 stars
Not Sure
3 stars
Likely
4 stars
Very Likely
5 stars
29.
Would you be supportive of the issuance of a capital bond to support funding future park improvements?
Yes
Maybe
No
Not Sure
30.
Would you be interested in participating in community events or volunteer activities at the park?
Yes
Maybe
No
Not Sure
31.
Any other comments or experiences you would like to share?
If filing out a paper copy of this survey, please return it by mail or in person, to,
Stephen E. Johnston Beach Pavilion - Harbor Island Park - Attention: Park Survey
123 Mamaroneck Avenue - P.O. Box 369, Mamaroneck, NY 10543
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