TOWN OF ZEBULON PARKS & RECREATION SURVEY

The Town of Zebulon Parks and Recreation Department is preparing for development of a new Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Through research and public input, this plan will assess the current and future level of service of the parks system and recreation needs of the Town of Zebulon. The purpose of this project will be to develop a community-supported plan that directly relates to the goal of the Parks and Recreation Department and provides guidance to effectively prioritize, fund, develop, and manage parks, recreation facilities, open space, trails, and recreation programs for years to come.

A major component of this process is to conduct a community-wide needs assessment survey. Your participation is crucial in determining the future direction and goals of our community's recreation and parks. Even if you do not currently participate in any recreation programs or utilize the park system in any way, your survey answers will still be important.

We appreciate your time and efforts to make the Town of Zebulon a great place to live, work and play. 

Sincerely,
Town of Zebulon Parks and Recreation Department

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Zebulon Parks & Recreation Facilities

Zebulon Parks & Recreation Facilities

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* 1. For each of the facilities listed below, please indicate how often you and/or your family have visited in the past year.

  1-5 visits 6-11 visits 12 or more visits No visits this year Not aware of this facility
Zebulon Community Park
Zebulon Elementary School Park
Wakelon Elementary School Park
Gill Street Park
Whitley Park
Little River Park
Zebulon Community Center
Five County Stadium
Zebulon Town Hall (for a special event such as the Farm Fresh Market)

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* 2. For each of the parks facilities listed below, please indicate your level of satisfaction with the amenities. Provide additional comments to supplement your feedback.

  Very satisfied Somewhat satisfied Not satisfied Don't know
Zebulon Community Park
Zebulon Elementary School Park
Wakelon Elementary School Park
Gill Street Park
Whitley Park
Little River Park
Zebulon Community Center
Five County Stadium
Zebulon Town Hall

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* 3. Do you think the following facilities, programs and activities provided in Zebulon are currently meeting the needs of the community? Please check the appropriate response.

  Not enough Almost enough Enough Too many
Parks/Park Land
Trails/Greenways
Programs/Activities
Athletic Fields
Basketball Courts
Tennis/Pickleball Courts
Volleyball Courts
Athletic Programs/Activities
Fitness Programs/Activities
Senior/Active Adult Programs
Arts Programs and Activities
Adventure Programs/Activities
Aquatic Programs/ Facilities
Water Play- Splash Pad
Playground for all abilities
Nature Programs
Dog Parks
Access to Gymnasium
Summer Camps
Town-wide Special Events
Adult Sports Leagues
Programs for Individuals with Special Needs

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* 4. Please indicate what you feel is the level of need for each item listed below that the Town of Zebulon should consider adding in the future.

  Top priority need Somewhat needed Probably not needed Definitely not needed Don't know
Additional Meeting/Program Space
Additional rental facility options (picnic shelter, community center rooms)
Additional Town-wide Event Space
Additional Gymnasium (s)
Additional Sports Fields
Additional Court Facilities (Tennis, pickleball, basketball, volleyball)
Preschool/ Early Childhood Programs
Additional Teen Programs
Additional Senior Programs
Outdoor Fitness Stations
Trails & Greenways
Additional Parks/ Park Land
Community Gardens

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* 5. Using the list below indicate how often you take part in the following activities, whether through the Town of Zebulon Parks and Recreation Department or not:

  Very often Often Occasionally Never
Individual and Family Activity such as walking, bicycling, picnicking, bird watching, visiting a playground
Organized Athletic Activity such as Basketball, Soccer, Baseball
Special Events such as holiday special events, Family Movie Night, Farm Fresh Market, May Day
Classes or Programs such as Summer Camps, Fitness Programs like Yoga or Barre, Senior programs

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* 6. How would you rate the Town of Zebulon Parks and Recreation programs and activities?

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* 7. Please place a check next to the Youth Programs that you OR your family have and/or would like to participate in. (Note: blank answers will be counted as no participation and/or no interest).

  Have participated in Would like to participate in
Youth Sports: Adaptive Sports for Special Needs
Youth Sports: Baseball League
Youth Sports: Basketball League
Youth Sports: Cheerleading
Youth Sports: Disc Golf League
Youth Sports: Flag Football
Youth Sports: Lacrosse League
Youth Sports: Skating/Skateboarding
Youth Sports: Soccer League
Youth Sports: Softball League
Youth Sports: Off road biking (BMX, Mountain Biking)
Youth Sports: Sports Camp
Youth Sports: Swim Team
Youth Sports: Tennis Programs
Youth Sports: Volleyball

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* 8. Please place a check next to the Adult Sports that you OR your family have and/or would like to participate in. (Note: blank answers will be counted as no participation and/or no interest).

  Have participated in Would like to participate in
Adult Sports: Adaptive Sports for Special Needs
Adult Sports: Baseball League
Adult Sports: Basketball League
Adult Sports: Disc Golf
Adult Sports: Flag Football League
Adult Sports: Kickball League
Adult Sports: Pickleball
Adult Sports: Soccer League
Adult Sports: Softball League
Adult Sports: Swim Team
Adult Sports: Tennis League
Adult Sports: Ultimate Frisbee
Adult Sports: Volleyball League
Adult Sports: Futsal

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* 9. Please place a check next to the Active Adults/ Seniors that you OR your family have and/or would like to participate in. (Note: blank answers will be counted as no participation and/or no interest).

  Have participated in Would like to participate in
Fitness Programs - Yoga, Dancing, Barre
Greenway Walks and Low Impact Hiking
Game Days- Bingo, Cards
Travel- Local and out of Town
Sports- Pickleball
Aquatic Program- Water Aerobics
Art Studio- Sewing, Painting, Crafts

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* 10. Please place a check next to the Special Events, Classes and Activities that you OR your family have and/or would like to participate in. (Note: blank answers will be counted as no participation and/or no interest.)

  Have participated in Would like to participate in
5K/ 10K/ Marathons
Art Shows
Bird Watching
Bicycle Safety Classes
Challenge/Ropes Course
Camping
River Camps (Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddling, Water Safety)
Adventure Trips
Disc Golf
Food Truck Events
Geocaching
Farmers Markets
Preschool Music/ Kindermusik
Nature Programs
Pop-up Park
Programs for Individuals with Special Needs
STEM Programs for Kids and Teens
Weight Training for Teens
Teen Council/ Teen Leadership Program

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* 11. Would you like to see more public art in parks and around town?

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* 12. Please indicate your level of agreement about the following statements:

  Agree Somewhat agree Disagree Somewhat disagree Do not know
The Zebulon Parks and Recreation Department maintains a good image in the community.
Compared to other priorities (public safety, streets, utilities, schools), parks and recreation is important to a community.
I feel safe when visiting a park or recreation facility.
I feel that I have good access to a park.
Parks are well distributed throughout the Town.
I am willing to be a volunteer to improve our parks.
I feel I have good access to greenways and trails.

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* 13. Please rate your satisfaction with the following parks and recreation services provided by Town of Zebulon Parks and Recreation.

  Very satisfied Somewhat satisfied Somewhat dissatisfied Very dissatisfied Don't know
Availability of information about recreation programs/parks
Ease of registering for programs
Fees charged for recreation programs
Customer service by staff

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* 14. Which communication types would you prefer for the Zebulon Parks and Recreation Department to use to inform residents of programs and activities?

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* 15. Please indicate if any of the following prevents you and/or your family from using Zebulon's parks and facilities? Please check all that apply.

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* 16. Do you travel outside of Zebulon to use parks and recreation facilities?

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* 17. If so, where?

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* 18. If you answered yes above, please check the factors that influence your decision to use these other facilities (Please check all that apply):

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* 19. (CAPITAL FUNDING) In order to invest in more parks and recreation facilities, the Town of Zebulon may require additional funding. Please rank your preferred methods for additional capital funding for recreation and parks 1 through 4 (with 1 being the highest).

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* 20. (OPERATIONAL FUNDING) Please indicate below the amount of additional funding you would support per month, if any, per household, to improve park maintenance and expand recreation programs. (Check ONE)

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* 21. Please add any other comments/ concerns you may have regarding Parks and Recreation facilities and programs.

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* 22. If you would like to receive email updates from Zebulon Parks and Recreation Department in the future or if you are interested in volunteering, please provide your email address.

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