2. Recreation Survey
4. 1. Please type in the number of people in each age group living in your household
5. 5 and under
6. 6 - 9
8. 10 - 14
9. 15 - 17
10. 18 - 24
11. 25 - 34
13. 35 - 44
14. 45 - 54
15. 55 - 64
16. 65+
20. 2. Is there a SPAR Community Center near your home where you enjoy spending time?*

    1. Yes

    1. No
21. 2A. If yes, what is the name of the park?
22. 2B. If yes, do you know who manages the programming?

    (program manager's name)

24. 3. How would members of your household prefer to receive information about SPAR Recreation Programs and services? *

    Check ALL that apply

    1. Friends or word-of-mouth
    2. School notices
    3. TV or radio

    1. Internet/Website
    2. Local newspapers
    3. Conversation with SPAR staff

    1. Direct mailing notices from the City
    2. Posters and announcements
    3. Social Media

    1. Email Newsletter
    2. myspar.org website
    3. Other (please explain below)
26. Other (for 3)

    (how would you like to get info from SPAR)?

28. 4. How many times in a given 30-day period did members of your household visit the park or Community Center in Shreveport? *
30. 5. How important is quality recreation to your enjoyment of Shreveport?*

    1. 1 - Very Important

    1. 2 - Somewhat Important

    1. 3 - Neutral

    1. 4 - Not Important
32. 6. How important are health, wellness, and fitness programs to your enjoyment of Shreveport?*

    1. 1 - Very Important

    1. 2 - Somewhat Important

    1. 3 - Neutral

    1. 4 - Not Important
34. 7. How important are community activities and programs to your enjoyment of Shreveport?*

    1. 1 - Very Important

    1. 2 - Somewhat Important

    1. 3 - Neutral

    1. 4 - Not Important
36. 8. How important are programs for all ages to your enjoyment of Shreveport?*

    1. 1 - Very Important

    1. 2 - Somewhat Important

    1. 3 - Neutral

    1. 4 - Not Important
40. 9. Please check ALL of the items below that makes a Community Center space WELCOMING to you and the members of your household.*

    Check ALL that apply

    1. Familiar Staff Presence
    2. Formal facility "check-in" system
    3. Organized recreation activities
    4. Close to home
    5. Facility or park cleanliness

    1. Security cameras/metal detectors
    2. Presence of police/security staff
    3. Mowed grass
    4. Shade from trees

    1. Controlled facility or park access before and after hours
    2. Facility structure
    3. Sightlines (e.g. a wide range of view in a facility or park)
    4. Other (please explain in next field)
42. Other (for 9)

    What else makes a center feel WELCOMING?

44. 10. Please check ALL of the items below that makes a public space UNwelcoming to you and the members of your household.*

    Check ALL that apply

    1. Poor lighting
    2. Presence of trash and litter
    3. After hours activities
    4. No staff presence
    5. Crowded facilities

    1. Other users' behavior
    2. Presence of police/security staff
    3. I had a previous bad experience
    4. Lack of amenities inside the facilities
    5. Lack of amenities outside the facilities

    1. Drop-in/open activities
    2. Poor sightlines due to trees, shrubs, etc.
    3. Feeling this space is not "for me"
    4. Other (please explain in next field)
46. Other (for 10)

    What else makes a center feel UNwelcoming?

48. 11. If members of your household seldom or do not use SPAR facilities, what are the reasons?*

    Check ALL that apply

    1. Don't have park features I'm interested in
    2. Don't feel safe at parks

    1. Disability or age
    2. Need transportation to get to parks

    1. Belong to a private club

    1. Other (please explain in next field)
50. Other (for 11)

    What other reasons do you seldom use SPAR facilities?

52. 12. What other parks and recreation facilities do you visit and why?*
56. 13. Do any members of your household have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?*

    1. Yes

    1. No
58. 13A) If YES to #13, what type of accommodation is needed to serve people with disabilities in your family?

    Check ALL that apply

    1. Non-verbal assistance (Braille)
    2. Adaptive equipment

    1. Additional staff
    2. Sign language interpretation

    1. Other (please explain in next field)
60. Other (for 13A)

    What other accommodations are needed to serve members of your family?

62. 13B) If YES to #13, what types of programs are needed to serve people with disabilities in your family?

    Check ALL that apply

    1. Organized sports
    2. Fitness
    3. Social activities
    4. Summer camp program

    1. After school program
    2. Outdoor adventure program
    3. Arts & Crafts

    1. Line Dancing
    2. Swimming
    3. Senior programs
66. 14. What are some barriers that would keep you from participating in recreational programs sponsored by SPAR?*

    Check ALL that apply

    1. Does not offer activities I'm interested in
    2. Classes offered at inconvenient times

    1. Need child care
    2. Poor equipment or facilities

    1. Don't know what programs are offered
    2. Programs are too expensive

    1. Safety and security are concerns
    2. Need transportation
68. Other (for 14)

    What other barriers keep you from participating in programs?

70. 15. What types of recreation programs would you and members of your household be most interested to participate in?*

    Check ALL that apply

    1. Youth sports
    2. Adult sports
    3. Educational classes

    1. Arts & Crafts
    2. Family activities

    1. Social activities (dance, theater, music, etc.)
    2. Lifetime sports (golf, tennis, biking, etc.)

    1. Outdoor recreation (rock climbing, rafting, etc.)
    2. Youth After-School Programs
72. Other (for 15)

    What other types of recreation programs would you be interested in?

74. 16. Please mark the top three indoor recreation spaces most needed in the community.*

    Check up to THREE

    1. Gymnasiium
    2. Climbing wall
    3. Indoor pool
    4. Meeting/reception rooms
    5. Multi-use indoor facility

    1. Arts and crafts center
    2. Performing arts center
    3. Weight/fitness room
    4. Technology room
    5. Sports courts (basketball, volleyball, football)

    1. Classroom space
    2. Covered tennis courts
    3. Covered skating
    4. Indoor recreation spaces are not needed

    1. Indoor soccer
    2. Other (please explain in next field)
    3. Learning center
    4. Resource center
76. Other (for 16)
80. Please rank which populations need recreation opportunities:
82. Adults*

    1. 1 - Highest Priority
    2. 2
    3. 3
    4. 4
    5. 5
    6. 6 - Lowest Priority
83. Seniors*

    1. 1 - Highest Priority
    2. 2
    3. 3
    4. 4
    5. 5
    6. 6 - Lowest Priority
84. Pre-school kids*

    1. 1 - Highest Priority
    2. 2
    3. 3
    4. 4
    5. 5
    6. 6 - Lowest Priority
85. Youth*

    1. 1 - Highest Priority
    2. 2
    3. 3
    4. 4
    5. 5
    6. 6 - Lowest Priority
87. Teens*

    1. 1 - Highest Priority
    2. 2
    3. 3
    4. 4
    5. 5
    6. 6 - Lowest Priority
88. Families*

    1. 1 - Highest Priority
    2. 2
    3. 3
    4. 4
    5. 5
    6. 6 - Lowest Priority
90. What do you think is Shreveport's greatest need for community or recreation programs?
92. Are there any other programs, amenities, or recreation opportunities you would like to see?
94. Thanks so much for sharing your opinion with us!
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