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2026 WATERLOO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMUNITY SURVEY

Please take a moment to help us improve your experience at the Town of Waterloo Parks by completing this survey. Your participation is very important as your answers will help guide the future of the park system.

Your responses will remain anonymous and confidential and will only be used for park planning purposes!
1.How important is outdoor recreation to you?(Required.)
2.How many times did members of your household visit the following Waterloo park facilities in the last 12 months?(Required.)
Never
1-10 Times
11-25 Times
26-50 Times or More
I am interested in starting
Francis Thomson Memorial Park
Pankop Park
Veterans Memorial Park
3.How many times did your or members of your household use Trails in or near the Town of Waterloo in the last 12 months?(Required.)
Never
1-10 Times
11-25 Times
26-50 Times or More
I am interested in starting
Waterloo/Auburn Multi-use Trails
Veterans Memorial Trail Loop at Pond
4.How often have you or your household used the Waterloo Park facilities at Francis Thomson Park in the last 12 months?
Never
1-10 times
11-25 times
26-50 times
I am interested in starting
Playground/Climbing Area
Toddler Area/Swings
Basketball Court
Picnic Area
5.How often have you or members of your household used or visited the following Waterloo Park facilities at Pankop Park in the last 12 months?(Required.)
Never
1-10 Times
11-25 Times
26-50 Times or More
I am Interested in starting
Playground Areas at Pankop Park
Pavilion/Picnic Area at Pankop Park
6.How often have you or your household used the Waterloo Park facilities at Veterans Memorial Park in the last 12 months?
Never
1-10 times
11-25 times
26-50 times
I am interested in starting
Fishing Pond
Sledding Hill
Dog Park
Pavilion/Picnic Area
Monument/Seating Area
7.How often have you or your household rented any of these Waterloo Parks facilities in the past 12 months?
Never
1-3 times
4 or more times
I am interested in
starting
Pavilion/Bandstand at Francis Thomson Park
Restroom/Drinking Fountains at Francis Thomson Park
Cornhole/horseshoes at Francis Thomson Park
8.How important is it to add the following amenities to Waterloo Parks & Recreation?(Required.)
Very Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
Do Not Want Added to the Parks
Baseball/Softball Fields
Playground Areas/New Equipment
Autism Sensory Park / ADA Play Equipment
Picnic Areas / Grills
Parking Areas
Trees and Landscaping
Pickleball Courts
Ice Skating
Restrooms/Concession Area
Trails and trail connections
Outdoor Exercise Equipment, i.e., Glides, Air Walkers
Butterfly Garden
Park Benches
Corn Hole
Disc Golf
Indoor Community Venue
More Outdoor Festivals/Concerts
9.Are there other activities not listed above that you would like to see added to the parks?
10.Thinking of Veterans Memorial Park (VMP), how do you rate the following?(Required.)
Excellent
Good
Average
Below Average
Do not know
Monument/Seating Area
Fishing Pond with Pier
Dog Park
Walking Trail
Safety & Signage
Pavilion / Grill Area
Parking Area
Handicapped Accessibility
Sledding Hill
Landscaping/General Atmosphere
11.Thinking of Francis Thomson Park (FTP), how do you rate the following?(Required.)
Excellent
Good
Average
Below Average
Do Not Know
Playground Facilities
Park Pavilion w/Tower Area
Bandstand Area
Basketball Court
Benches/Grills
Parking Accommodations
Restrooms
Drinking Fountains
General landscaping and atmosphere
Handicapped Accessibility
Safety/Security
12.Thinking of Pankop Park how do you rate the following?(Required.)
Excellent
Good
Average
Below Average
Do Not Know
Playground Equipment
Pavilion/Picnic Area
Parking Accommodations
General landscaping & atmosphere
Handicapped Accessibility
Benches/Seating Areas
13.If you rated something below average please tell us why.
14.Would you be interested in participating in park programs if they were offered?(Required.)
15.If you answered "yes" or "maybe" to the question above, what programs would you like to see offered?
16.Do you have additional comments regarding any of the Waterloo Town Parks?
17.What barriers exist to keep you from enjoying the Waterloo Parks and Recreation Facilities? (check all that apply).
18.How far do you typically travel to participate in most recreational activities?(Required.)
19.Who do you normally visit the parks with? (check all that apply).
20.Which best describes how you travel to Waterloo Parks? (check all that apply).
21.What best describes where you live?(Required.)
22.Which statement best explains why you visit local parks (Please check at least one answer).(Required.)
23.Which answer best describes your level of satisfaction with recreational programs and facilities offered in the Town of Waterloo.
24.What is your age?
25.How many people currently live in your household?
Select Number from Drop box
Adults
Children
26.Waterloo is always looking for volunteers to assist with making the parks the best they can be for our community. Are you interested in volunteering your time or skills at the parks?
27.If you answered yes, you are willing to volunteer at the parks, what activities are you willing to work on? (check all that apply).
28.If you would like to be contacted regarding volunteer opportunities with the parks please leave your contact information.
Thank you for taking this survey!
A public workshop will be scheduled in the fall to present a summary of findings.
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