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Central Bench Neighborhood: Proposed Basketball Court
The
Central Bench Neighborhood Association
is exploring the idea of adding a basketball court to one of the neighborhood parks. Please take a few minutes to share input and help guide next steps.
The survey will close December 30.
1.
The neighborhood association is considering two possible locations for a new basketball court, select your preferred location:
Location A - Franklin Park: Replace the existing bocce ball courts with basketball courts.
Location B - Cassia Park: Install basketball courts in an area where no current amenities would be removed.
No preference.
I do not support adding basketball courts in either location.
2.
If you selected Location A at Franklin Park, how concerned are you about removing the existing bocce ball courts?
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Not very concerned
Not concerned at all
Not applicable
3.
Overall, how supportive are you of adding basketball courts in the neighborhood?
Very supportive
Somewhat supportive
Neutral
Somewhat supportive
Very unsupportive
4.
What potential benefits do you see if basketball courts are added? Select all that apply.
More youth recreation options
More adult recreation options
Improved use of park space
Encourages healthy, active lifestyles
Other (please specify)
I do not see any benefit
5.
What concerns, if any, do you have about adding basketball courts? Select all that apply.
Noise
Lighting or evening use
Safety or behavior concerns
Possible conflict with other park users
Loss of existing amenity (e.g., bocce ball courts)
Loss of open or quiet space
Other (please specify)
I do not have concerns
6.
If the neighborhood moves forward with this project, which features are most important to you? Select up to 3.
Full-size court
Half court
Lighting
Seating or benches
Fencing around the court
Other (please specify)
None of the above
7.
Thinking of both Cassia and Franklin Parks, how often do you or members of your household use the current facilities?
Every day
A few times a week
About once a week
A few times a month
Once a month
Less than once a month
Rarely or never
8.
Do you or members of your household currently play basketball outdoors?
Yes, regularly
Occasionally
Rarely
No
9.
What distance do you travel to get to those outdoor basketball courts?
1-5 miles
5-10 miles
10+ miles
10.
How close do you live or work to the proposed park locations?
Within 2 blocks
3 - 6 blocks
7 - 10 blocks
More than 10 blocks
I don't live or work nearby
11.
Any additional comments or suggestions you'd like the neighborhood association to consider?
12.
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