Austin Point Recreational Plan

Austin Point Recreational Planning Survey

As the Port kicks off the planning for the Austin Point recreational area, we are seeking feedback from visitors and residents of the Port District of what they would like to see at the areas, how to fund improvements and obtain additional feedback regarding planning. We appreciate all comments and thank you for your time and participation. The survey will close on November 30th.

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* 1. Do you live in the Port of Woodland District?

Yes

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* 2. Have you visited the Port's Austin Point property?

Yes

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* 3. If yes, when was the last time you visited Austin Point?

In the last 3 months

3-6 months

6 month to a year

over a year

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* 4. What types of recreation would you like planned at Austin Point?

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* 5. What other amenities would you like seen in a recreational area?

Ice machines

Fish cleaning stations

Rest rooms

kiosks with information about the river, floral/fauna, history, and other facts

Water stations

Food truck area(s)

RV/oversized vehicle parking

kayak/canoe rental areas

Other (please specify)

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* 6. The Port of Woodland is seeking grants for the development of the Austin Point recreational area. As part of those grants, matching funds are required. What preferences would you suggest for providing the matching funds?

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* 7. If you selected property taxes or combination, what is the maximum rate per $1,000 assessed value you and your household would be willing to pay towards the tax increase for access?

$0.01-$0.05 per $1,000 Assessed Value per year

$0.06-$.10 per $1,000 Assessed Value per year

$0.11-$0.15 per $1,000 Assessed Value per year

$0.16-$0.20 per $1,000 Assessed Value per year

$0.21-$0.25 per $1,000 Assessed Value per year

I do not live in the Port of Woodland District

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* 8. If you selected access/parking fees, launching fees or combination, what options for the payment would you consider?

Daily access and launch fee for all users

Monthly access and launch fee for all users

Annual access and launch fee for all users

Combination: Daily/Monthly/Annual fee for out of Port District visitors and free for Port District residents

Combination: Daily/Monthly/Annual fee for out of Port District visitors but reduced fee for Port District residents (with lesser property tax assessed value)

Combination: Daily/Monthly/Annual fee with limited number sold for out of Port District visitors and free for Port District residents (with lesser tax assessed value)

None of the above

Other (please specify)

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* 9. If you selected parking/ access and launch fees, how would you prefer to purchase those?

Electronic kiosk at Austin Point

N/A

In person at the Port office (Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm)

N/A

Have a building/shack at Austin Point entrance to purchase

N/A

Mail payment and receive access in mail

N/A

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* 10. How often would you visit the Austin Point recreational areas for boating/fishing?

Daily

Monthly

Just during the warm months

Never

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* 11. How often would you visit the Austin Point recreational areas to picnic?

Daily

Monthly

Just during the warm months

Never

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* 12. How often would you visit the Austin Point recreational areas for the walking trails, viewpoints, or horse trails?

Daily

Monthly

Just during the warm months

Never

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* 13. If you are a fisherman, do you prefer beach/shoreline fishing or boat fishing?

Shoreline

boat

Both

Other (please specify)

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* 14. If there were a pavilion or amphitheater, how likely would you attend?

Highly likely

Depends on the events

Not likely

Do not put in a pavilion/amphitheater

Other (please specify)

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* 15. Should the Port of Woodland consider a pet rest area or off-leash area in the recreational area?

Yes

Austin Point Recreational Plan