1. Bowman Parks and Rec Needs Survey - Spring 2015

In order to properly plan for the future of parks and recreation in Bowman (BP&R), it is important for us to understand the preferences, interests, and concerns of the community. Please take a few moments to tell us how we’re doing and some of your opinions and desires related to parks and recreation in Bowman. Your answers to these questions will help shape the programs, facilities and activities for Parks and Recreation.

Thank you in advance for your responses to the following questions.

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* 1. Which of the following categories describe your age?

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* 2. How many children/dependants under the age of 18 do you have living with you?

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* 3. Do you live in Bowman CITY Limits?

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* 4. In which Bowman Parks and Recreation (BP&R) PROGRAMS/ACTIVITIES do you or any member of your family actively participate, if you participate how often, and your satisfaction:   
                                                       Select all that apply in Table 1.

  Check if you participate If yes, number of participants: How Satisfied?
Youth Basketball
Youth Baseball
Youth T-Ball
Youth Softball
Youth Football
Youth Cheerleading
Youth Volleyball
Tumbling
Adult Basketball
Missoula Children’s Theatre
Senior Membership at Rouzie Rec
Lap Swimming
Dance
Swimming Lessons
Adult Volleyball
Frosty Frolic
Blue Cross Blue Shield Incentive Program

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* 5. In which Bowman Parks and Recreation (BP&R) FACILITIES do you or any member of your family actively participate, if you participate how often, and your satisfaction:   
                                                       Select all that apply in Table 2.

  Check if you use How often? How Satisfied?
City Park
Rotary Park
Kiddies Park
Tennis Courts
Skate Park
Rec Center ‐ Basketball Gym
Rec Center ‐ Swimming Pool
James Field
Baseball/Softball Fields
Ice Rink
Walking Paths
Dog Park
Butte View Camp Ground
We use facilities outside of BP&R

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* 6. If Dissatisfied, please explain:

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* 7. If you participate in recreation programs and ACTIVITIES or use FACILITIES OUTSIDE of Bowman Parks and Recreation, why?

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* 8. Prioritize the top five (ranking 1 through 5) most needed FACILITIES or updates for the Bowman Parks and Recreation Board to consider?

  Ranking 1 though 5 (1 being the highest)
Baseball/Softball Field
Soccer/Football Fields
Indoor Exercise Equipment
Indoor Track
Indoor Volleyball
Gymnasium
Picnic Areas
Walking/Biking/Jogging Trails
Playgrounds
Dog Parks
Outdoor Basketball/Volleyball Courts
Tennis Courts
Indoor Pool
Outdoor Pool
Multipurpose Room(s) with Kitchen
Climbing Wall
Skating facility (in‐line/ice)
Racquetball/Handball/Squash Courts
Happy with Existing Facilities

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* 9. Prioritize the top five (ranking 1 through 5) ACTIVITIES you would like to see offered in Bowman Parks and Recreation?

  Ranking 1 through 5 (1 being the highest)
Senior Fitness and Activities
Youth Fitness Classes
After School Programs
Summer Day Camps
Dance
Gymnastics/Tumbling
Leagues:
Walking/Running Events
Bike Rides/Races
Dog Activities
Tournaments
Clubs (Chess, Cards, Video Gaming)
Swimming Lessons
Swim Team
Birthday Party/Activity Rentals
Social Events
Art and Craft Classes
Community Education Classes
Outdoor Recreation (fishing, hiking, climbing)
For Bowman City Residents only:

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* 10. Did you know a sales tax in other ND communities has lowered property taxes and increased recreational opportunities?

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* 11. Would you vote yes on a City Sales Tax of up to 1% to improve current Bowman Parks and Recreation Facilities and programs if your Park Board Mill Levies were decreased?

For Bowman COUNTY Residents:

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* 12. Would you support a City Sales Tax of up to 1% to improve current Bowman Parks and Recreation Facilities and programs?

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* 13. Additional comments

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