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LONG BRANCH PARKS INITIATIVE SURVEY:

How can Montgomery Parks make the parks in the Long Branch Area Even Better- Let us know!

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How often do you visit the parks in the Long Branch area?

Response Percent Response Count
Daily 46.9% 15
Often 37.5% 12
Sometimes 9.4% 3
Rarely 3.1% 1
Never 3.1% 1

Which park do you visit the most? (See map for names and locations)

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If you are experiencing issues within the parks, please select the issue. (Choose a maximum of 3)

Response Percent Response Count
The current park amenities do not appeal to me 3.1% 1
Park amenities are in poor condition 37.5% 12
There is nothing to do in the park 3.1% 1
I do not feel safe 3.1% 1
There is trash in the park/park is dirty 34.4% 11
It feels unsafe or difficult to walk there 15.6% 5
It is hard to park there 9.4% 3
Lack of information or awareness about parks 12.5% 4
Poor signage (lack of wayfinding, park rules, etc.) 15.6% 5
Other 56.3% 18

Which of the park amenities do you currently use the most? (Choose a maximum of 3)

Response Percent Response Count
Playgrounds 43.8% 14
Picnic Areas 9.4% 3
Community Gardens 12.5% 4
Soccer Fields 6.3% 2
Tennis Courts 15.6% 5
Basketball Courts 9.4% 3
Natural Areas 56.3% 18
Trails 68.8% 22

What group do you feel needs more amenities geared towards them? (Choose one)

Response Percent Response Count
Young Children 34.4% 11
Teenagers 12.5% 4
Adults 15.6% 5
Multi-Generational Families 37.5% 12

Which activity is the most important to you when visiting the parks? (Choose one)

Response Percent Response Count
Physical Activity (Sports/exercise) 21.9% 7
Social Gatherings (Time with friends and family) 21.9% 7
Enjoying Nature (Being outdoors) 56.3% 18

What amenities would you like to see at Long Branch Local Park and/or Long Branch-Arliss Park? (Choose a maximum of 3)

Response Percent Response Count
Soccer fields 6.3% 2
Soccer courts 6.3% 2
Baseball/Softball Fields 3.1% 1
Basketball courts 9.4% 3
Pickleball Courts 25.0% 8
Tennis Courts 9.4% 3
Dog Park 15.6% 5
Trails 56.3% 18
Picnic shelters/tables 28.1% 9
BBQ Grills 3.1% 1
Playground 31.3% 10
Splash Pad 34.4% 11
Community Garden 34.4% 11
Other 9.4% 3

What amenities would you like to see at New Hampshire Estates Park and/or Quebec Terrace Park? (Choose a maximum of 3)

Response Percent Response Count
Soccer fields 21.9% 7
Soccer courts 6.3% 2
Softball/Baseball 6.3% 2
Basketball courts 6.3% 2
Pickleball courts 9.4% 3
Picnic shelters/tables 31.3% 10
BBQ Grills 6.3% 2
Playground 31.3% 10
Dog Park 18.8% 6
Community Garden 28.1% 9
Other 28.1% 9

What other ideas do you have regarding the Long Branch Area Parks?

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If your household speaks a language other than English, what language do you speak?

Response Percent Response Count
Spanish 18.8% 6
French 3.1% 1
Other 78.1% 25

Which of the following best describes you?

Response Percent Response Count
Asian/Pacific Islander 6.3% 2
Black/African American 6.3% 2
White/Caucasian 84.4% 27
Hispanic/Latino 15.6% 5
Other 3.1% 1

What is your zip code?

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What’s your household income combined?

Response Percent Response Count
Between $30,000-$70,000 6.5% 2
Between 70,000-$100,000 19.4% 6
Over $100,000 74.2% 23
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May 4, 2022, 9:46 PM
  • How often do you visit the parks in the Long Branch area?
    • Daily
  • Which park do you visit the most? (See map for names and locations)
    Long Branch Local Park
  • If you are experiencing issues within the parks, please select the issue. (Choose a maximum of 3)
    • Park amenities are in poor condition
    • There is trash in the park/park is dirty
    • Poor signage (lack of wayfinding, park rules, etc.)
  • Which of the park amenities do you currently use the most? (Choose a maximum of 3)
    • Tennis Courts
    • Basketball Courts
    • Trails
  • What group do you feel needs more amenities geared towards them? (Choose one)
    • Adults
  • Which activity is the most important to you when visiting the parks? (Choose one)
    • Physical Activity (Sports/exercise)
  • What amenities would you like to see at Long Branch Local Park and/or Long Branch-Arliss Park? (Choose a maximum of 3)
    • Basketball courts
    • Tennis Courts
    • Trails
  • What amenities would you like to see at New Hampshire Estates Park and/or Quebec Terrace Park? (Choose a maximum of 3)
    • Soccer fields
    • Soccer courts
  • What other ideas do you have regarding the Long Branch Area Parks?
    Better lighting at night and upkeep.
  • If your household speaks a language other than English, what language do you speak?
    • Other - N/A
  • Which of the following best describes you?
    • Black/African American
    • White/Caucasian
    • Hispanic/Latino
  • What is your zip code?
    20901
  • What’s your household income combined?
    • Between 70,000-$100,000
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