CITY OF CUPERTINO. Parks & Recreation System Master Plan COMMUNITY-WIDE SURVEY SUMMARY

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1 CITY OF CUPERTINO Parks & Recreation System Master Plan COMMUNITY-WIDE SURVEY SUMMARY Final Draft May 2017

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3 TABLE OF CONTENTS COMMUNITY-WIDE SURVEY SUMMARY Introduction... 1 Who Responded?... 1 Level of Satisfaction... 2 Frequency of Participation... 4 Barriers to Participation... 5 Potential Additions to The Parks and Recreation System... 8 Appendix A: Survey Results (RHAA) Parks & Recreation System Master Plan 1

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5 COMMUNITY-WIDE SURVEY SUMMARY INTRODUCTION From March 24th to July 19th, 2016, the City of Cupertino implemented a communitywide survey to collect input on the state of the City s parks and recreation system and potential improvements and alterations to the system in the future. This document summarizes the major findings from the results, including MIG s analysis. The survey collected input from a total of 679 respondents and was widely advertised through a variety of public announcements, events, and the City s website. The 27-question survey was conducted using the online survey service Survey Monkey, with paper questionnaires available. Appendix A presents the original questions and the raw results of the survey, as exported from Survey Monkey. Many of those who responded expressed interest in further involvement and participation, with about one-third of respondents providing their addresses for the contact list for the Master Plan. WHO RESPONDED? Nearly 75% of the survey participants indicated they were Cupertino residents, and almost 18% reported that they work in Cupertino. These results indicate that both the employment and resident populations provided perspectives towards the survey. The age profile of respondents is depicted in Table 1, also showing a comparison to the City of Cupertino (2010 Census Estimates). TABLE 1: AGE OF RESPONDENTS AGE CATEGORIES SURVEY CENSUS (2010 ESTIMATES) Under % 29.5% % 7.3% % 13.5% % 19.5% % 17.8% 65 and over 23.9% 12.4% No answer 5.3% Totals 100% 100% Parks & Recreation System Master Plan 1

6 Community-wide Survey Summary As Table 1 shows, the majority of respondents are ages 40 to 64 (51.5%). This is slightly larger than the percentage of City residents in the same age category (37.3% as per 2010 U.S Census). Few youth under the age of 18 responded to the survey, while respondents over the age of 60 were over-represented (24% of the respondents indicated they were 65 years or older compared to 12.4% as per 2010 U.S Census). A total of 406 respondents indicated that they were residents of Cupertino. Of these, 336 provided details regarding the area of Cupertino in which they lived (see below). MIG conducted additional analysis of the survey results, aggregating data based on where respondents live and analyzing whether there were differences in responses based on their location east and west of Highway 85. In some cases, responses differed substantially. This analysis notes where responses from residents east and west of Highway 85 differed by 8-10% or more. Many survey respondents indicated where they lived within 8 different areas of Cupertino. For this analysis, results from areas 1,2,5,6 were noted as "West" and areas 3,4,7,8 are noted as "East" using Highway 85 as divider. The remaining respondents were grouped in the "No answer" category, which includes people who do not live in Cupertino as well as those who did not answer this question. LEVEL OF SATISFACTION The survey results indicate that while there is general satisfaction with parks and recreation services, there is room for improvement. A series of four questions about different aspects of parks and recreation services provides insights. 2 Parks & Recreation System Master Plan

7 Community-wide Survey Summary TABLE 2: LEVEL OF SATISFACTION ABOUT DIFFERENT ASPECTS OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION SYSTEM IN GENERAL, HOW SATISFIED ARE YOU WITH THE NO OPINION VERY DISSATISFIED SOMEWHAT DISSATISFIED SOMEWHAT SATISFIED VERY SATISFIED quality of Cupertino's parks and recreation facilities? quality of Cupertino's recreation programs? maintenance of Cupertino's parks and recreation safety of Cupertino's parks and recreation facilities? 3% 3% 15% 54% 25% 24% 2% 13% 40% 22% 4% 3% 14% 47% 32% 7% 2% 8% 42% 41% When asked about satisfaction with parks and recreation facilities, though only 19 respondents reported being very dissatisfied overall, the top answer was somewhat satisfied (54%) with 15% choosing somewhat dissatisfied. Three follow-up questions delved into different areas of parks and recreation services, and the responses provide insights: When asked about satisfaction with programs, almost a quarter of respondents chose no opinion, indicating a lack of familiarity with Cupertino s program offerings. While the percentage of those very satisfied is about the same as with overall service satisfaction, the percentage of somewhat satisfied dropped by more than 10%. The level of satisfaction with park safety is highest, with more than 40% choosing very satisfied and a similar percentage choosing somewhat satisfied. Park maintenance also was rated higher than services overall, with more than 30% reporting that they are very satisfied with another 47% selecting somewhat satisfied. Parks & Recreation System Master Plan 3

8 Community-wide Survey Summary MIG analyzed the data to understand differences in satisfaction between participants living east and west of Hwy 85. As Figure 1 illustrates, participants living west of Hwy 85 indicated more overall satisfaction with the parks and recreation facilities. A review of open-ended responses across the survey reveals many comments that note that East Cupertino needs more high-quality parks and recreation amenities. In the tables and charts breaking down east, west, and no answer, the final column includes all respondents that did not indicate where they live in Cupertino. This includes respondents who work or visit Cupertino. FIGURE 1. SATISFACTION WITH CUPERTINO S PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES, BY GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION 100% 90% 80% 70% Percentage (%) 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% East West No Answer Very Satisfied 21% 36% 22% Somewhat Satisfied 54% 47% 58% Somewhat Dissatisfied 20% 12% 13% Very Dissatisfied 5% 3% 2% No Opinion 1% 1% 5% 4 Parks & Recreation System Master Plan

9 Community-wide Survey Summary FREQUENCY OF PARTICIPATION Two questions asked about frequency of visits to parks and frequency of participation in programs. As Figure 2 illustrates, the results show that respondents have more familiarity with and use of Cupertino s parks, and less familiarity with and use of Cupertino s programs. About a third have never participated in a City program, compared to 2% reporting never visiting a City park. Almost 55% reported visiting parks four times a month or more, whereas for Cupertino s programs, only 18% participate at that same rate. FIGURE 2. PARTICIPATION IN CUPERTINO S PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES AND RECREATION PROGRAMMING 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% Parks and Recreation Facilities Recreation Programming 4 or more times a month 2-3 times a month Once a month Less than once a month Never A total of 445 respondents provided open-ended comments about how they used Cupertino s parks and recreation services over the past year. Respondents identified recreation activities they pursue in parks (dog walks, soccer, exercise, for example); named specific parks or facilities they visit; and wrote about specific programs and activities. A review of these comments shows the range of recreational pursuits supported by Cupertino. Parks & Recreation System Master Plan 5

10 Community-wide Survey Summary BARRIERS TO PARTICIPATION Parks The survey asked respondents to indicate what challenges, if any, prevented them from using parks in Cupertino. Raw results and results by geography are shown in Table 3. When looking at all responses, the top reason for not visiting parks is too busy. In communities with Cupertino s demographic profile, this is typically the top reason. Cupertino s results, particularly when cross-tabulated by place of residence, reveals different patterns. Respondents from the east side of the city were more likely to indicate that quality of park amenities and features and the location of parks kept them from using City parks (23% each), as well as better parks offered outside Cupertino. West side Cupertino respondents reported lack of parking as the top reason, followed closely by better parks offered outside Cupertino, too busy and park quality. The results for this question are consistent with the results on satisfaction with park maintenance and safety, with lack of safety/lighting and lack of maintenance the least frequently cited barriers to use Especially notable is the high percentage of respondents listing other and none of the above as barriers to using parks, significantly higher for Cupertino residents than for visitors or employees. Those who selected other had an opportunity to write in a specific comment. A total of 141 people wrote in comments, some of which were very detailed. Some comments reiterated reasons already listed in the survey answers (lack of parking, lack of bike/ped accessibility, park location). Multiple comments addressed the lack of restrooms, the inability to get a reservation for a facility, the lack of walking/hiking paths in parks, and both the presence of dogs in parks and the lack of dog parks. FIGURE 3. WRITE-IN COMMENTS FOR BARRIERS TO USING PARKS Note: The word cloud (above) is a pictorial representation of the themes that emerge from all the open-ended responses received. Larger type fonts are words that many respondents used and smaller type fonts represent words that fewer respondents used in their open-ended responses. 6 Parks & Recreation System Master Plan

11 Community-wide Survey Summary Table 3 shows responses by location (east, west, and no answer) as well as all respondents that did not indicate where they live. This includes respondents who work or visit Cupertino. TABLE 3: BARRIERS TO USING CUPERTINO S PARKS WHAT, IF ANYTHING, PREVENTS YOU FROM USING THE CITY S PARKS? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) VALUES EAST WEST NO ANSWER ALL RESPONSES Better parks offered outside Cupertino 20% 17% 17% 18% I am too busy/don't have time 15% 17% 19% 17% Quality of park amenities & features 23% 16% 15% 17% Lack of parking 17% 19% 16% 17% Location of parks 23% 10% 10% 14% Parks are too crowded or overprogrammed 14% 11% 10% 11% Lack of bicycle/pedestrian accessibility 13% 10% 5% 9% Lack of park maintenance 7% 6% 8% 7% Lack of safety or lighting 9% 4% 7% 7% Other (please specify) 27% 26% 20% 24% None of the above 19% 30% 32% 27% Number of respondents in each category (Note that multiple answers were allowed) Parks & Recreation System Master Plan 7

12 Community-wide Survey Summary Facilities and Programs The survey then asked respondents what challenges prevented them from using recreation facilities or attending programs. A total of 590 people responded to this question. Similar to the question on barriers to park use, the responses show too busy as a top barrier and indicate that lack of maintenance is not a barrier to using facilities and programs. The most frequently selected answer was none of the above (29%). This answer did not allow comments, so it is not possible to further evaluate perceptions about barriers to programs. Schedule and availability received 25% of responses overall, indicating a need for different programming approaches and models. More than 1/3 of east side residents chose this answer, and 28% of west side residents did. A review of write-in comments to the other response also reveals comments about schedule. Other received 20% of responses, and 118 people wrote in comments. While many of the comments addressed topics that were covered by the answer choices, the topic of program cost as a barrier was mentioned in several comments. Though program quality received only 11% of responses overall, it was a barrier for significantly more east side residents (19%) compared to west side residents (8%). Notably, a preference for private clubs and providers did not rank highly as a reason for not using Cupertino programs and facilities. This indicates that the Cupertino market is open to Cityprovided programs and facilities. In the tables and charts breaking down east, west, and no answer, the final column includes all respondents that did not indicate where they live in Cupertino. This includes respondents who work in or visit Cupertino. TABLE 4: BARRIERS TO USING CUPERTINO S RECREATION FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS WHAT, IF ANYTHING, PREVENTS YOU FROM USING THE CITY S RECREATION FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) VALUES EAST WEST NO ALL RESPONSES Schedule & availability of programs 35% 28% 16% 25% I am too busy/don't have time 20% 25% 23% 23% Quality of programs 19% 8% 11% 13% Location of facilities 14% 9% 9% 11% Lack of parking 10% 7% 7% 8% Prefer using private gyms/clubs/facilities 10% 9% 5% 8% Lack of maintenance of facilities 5% 4% 6% 5% Lack of bicycle/pedestrian accessibility 9% 4% 3% 5% Other (please specify) 23% 20% 18% 20% None of the above 22% 31% 34% 29% Number of respondents in each category (Note that multiple answers were allowed) Parks & Recreation System Master Plan

13 Community-wide Survey Summary POTENTIAL ADDITIONS TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION SYSTEM A series of questions asked about preferences for potential additions. These questions provided four answer choices, and evaluating both the level of support for and opposition to answer choices provides insights about possible future directions. Additional Amenities The survey asked respondents to indicate their interest in adding amenities to parks in Cupertino, shown in Figure 4. Providing access to natural open spaces and adding and enhancing park trails and pathways garnered widespread support and little opposition. This was highlighted in the open-ended responses throughout the survey, with many participants noted they would like to see more natural pathways and off-street trails, including bike paths linking parks and an extension of the existing Stevens Creek Trail. Additional cricket fields garnered the most opposition (26%), with limited support. In contrast, opinion about additional dog areas appears divided, with 19% opposed and 17% strongly in favor. This was consistent with the pattern seen in the write-in comments. Of note, participants living east of Hwy 85 were much more likely to be strongly in favor of athletic fields and sports courts and more strongly opposed to certain recreation amenities. Respondents, regardless of location, highlighted the need for more basketball courts, tennis courts and bocce courts throughout Cupertino. Many survey participants wrote in that they would like to see a half or full-sized basketball court in Wilson Park, located in the South Blaney neighborhood. Parks & Recreation System Master Plan 9

14 Community-wide Survey Summary FIGURE 4. INTEREST IN RECREATION AMENITY ENHANCEMENTS OR ADDITIONS Sport courts (i.e. tennis, volleyball, basketball etc.) Athletic fields Cricket fields Picnic/BBQ spaces Dog areas Playground/tot lots Community gardens Fitness/exercise spaces and equipment Park trails and pathways Access to natural open space 10 Parks & Recreation System Master Plan

15 Community-wide Survey Summary Additional Recreation Programs The survey asked respondents to indicate their interest in adding different types of recreation programs, and 559 provided responses as shown in Figure 5. Overall, there was support for each option and limited opposition. This aligns with earlier results indicating a desire for more programming options. Additional nature and environmental programs received the most support and least opposition, also following patterns seen throughout the survey. The results show a high level of support for more special events. FIGURE 5. INTEREST IN RECREATION PROGRAM ADDITIONS OR ENHANCEMENTS Performing, visual, cultural arts Classes for lifelong learning Before and after school programs Nature and environmental programs Aquatic programs Adult sports/fitness Youth sports/fitness Special events (i.e. Earth Day, 4 th of July, festivals, etc.) While this question did not provide an opportunity to write in comments, a review of other open-ended responses highlighted several potential programming additions, including the need for more programming for youth with special needs or disabilities and the need for programming geared towards teens. Parks & Recreation System Master Plan 11

16 Community-wide Survey Summary Additional Recreation Facilities The survey asked respondents to indicate their interest in adding different major recreation facilities. A total of 554 people responded to this question. Most notable was the neutral responses. For all facility options, the neutral option received the most responses. This pattern was not seen on the two previous questions. Of all the facility options, a year-round aquatic center appears to have the most support with fewer neutral responses than other answer choices. It should be noted that the answer choice does not make it clear whether this would be an outdoor facility or an indoor facility. Though the local norm is outdoor pool facilities, some write-in comments in other sections of the survey brought up the idea of an indoor pool. Another community center has the least support and most opposition of all the answer choices. The results of this question seem to indicate that there is more interest in the community in enhancements to existing parks and expansion of program than in adding major facilities. It also indicates that more evaluation of needs and the recreation market to develop a market-based space program would be advisable if Cupertino explores adding more recreation buildings or major facilities, or even considers major renovation to existing spaces. FIGURE 6. INTEREST IN ADDING RECREATION FACILITIES Multi-use gymnasium Year-round aquatic center Another community center More reservable event/ meeting/ conference spaces Makerspace (technology and innovation center) Fine arts studio and gallery Gymnastics center Performance center for theater, dance, music New location for teen/youth center 12 Parks & Recreation System Master Plan

17 APPENDIX A Survey Results (RHAA) COMMUNITY-WIDE SURVEY SUMMARY

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19 HELP US ENVISION THE FUTURE OF OUR PARKS, OPEN SPACE & RECREATION! The City of Cupertino is creating a Citywide Parks, Open Space, & Recreation Master Plan to help guide future park and recreation improvements. We would like to know your observations and ideas for park & recreation facility improvements. Your name will not be published and your identity will not be linked to your responses. Please return completed surveys by July 15, 2016 to the Cupertino Senior Center at Stevens Creek Boulevard, Cupertino, CA 95014, or the Quinlan Community Center at North Stelling Road, Cupertino, CA PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS ABOUT PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES, PROGRAMS, & SERVICES: For Questions 1-4, symbols represent the following: Very Satisfied Somewhat Satisfied Somewhat Dissatisfied Very Dissatisfied 1. In general, how satisfied are you with the quality of Cupertino s parks and recreation facilities? No Opinion 2. In general, how satisfied are you with the quality of Cupertino s recreation programs? No Opinion 3. In general, how satisfied are you with the maintenance of Cupertino s parks and recreation facilities? No Opinion 4. In general, how satisfied are you with the safety of Cupertino s parks and recreation facilities? No Opinion 5. Within the last 12 months, about how often have you visited the City s parks or recreation facilities? (includes parks, recreation buildings, sports courts, fields, etc.) 4 or more times a month 2-3 times a month Once a month Less than once a month Never 6. Within the last 12 months, about how often have you participated in the City s recreation programs? (includes activities, classes, sports, day camps, etc.) 4 or more times a month 2-3 times a month Once a month Less than once a month Never 7. In what ways have you used the City of Cupertino s parks, recreation facilities, or recreation programs within the last 12 months? 8. What, if anything, prevents you from using the City s parks? (check all that apply) Location of parks Lack of safety or lighting I am too busy/don t have time Quality of park amenities & features Lack of bicycle/pedestrian accessibility None of the above Lack of park maintenance Lack of parking Other Better parks offered outside Cupertino Parks are too crowded or over-programmed 9. What, if anything, prevents you from using the City s recreation facilities and programs? (check all that apply) Location of facilities Prefer using private gyms/clubs/facilities I am too busy/don t have time Quality of programs Lack of bicycle/pedestrian accessibility None of the above Lack of maintenance of facilities Lack of parking Other Schedule & availability of programs For additional information about the Cupertino Citywide Parks, Open Space, & Recreation Master Plan or this questionnaire, contact the Recreation & Community Services Department, at info@parksmp.org or Additional information and updates will be posted at

20 10. Would you favor the addition or enhancement of these existing recreation amenities? Amenity Strongly Favor Neutral Oppose Favor Sport courts (i.e. tennis, volleyball, basketball etc.) Athletic fields Cricket fields Picnic/BBQ spaces Dog areas Playgrounds/tot lots Community gardens Fitness/exercise spaces and equipment Park trails and pathways Access to natural open space 11. Would you favor the addition or enhancement of these existing recreation programs and activities? Program Strongly Favor Favor Neutral Oppose Performing, visual, cultural arts Classes for lifelong learning Before and after school programs Nature and environmental programs Aquatic programs Adult sports/fitness Youth sports/fitness Special events (i.e. Earth Day, 4 th of July, festivals, etc.) 12. Would you favor adding these recreation facilities? (For the purpose of gauging interest, assume that funding is available for these projects.) Facility Strongly Favor Favor Neutral Oppose Multi-use gymnasium Year-round aquatic center Another community center More reservable event/meeting/conference spaces Makerspace (technology and innovation center) Fine arts studio and gallery Gymnastics center Performance center for theater, dance, music New location for teen/youth center 13. Please suggest any additional recreation amenities, facilities, or programs you would like to see in Cupertino. These can be enhancements to existing recreation amenities, facilities, and programs or new recreation amenities, facilities, and programs. 14. Is there anything that we have not asked you about Cupertino parks, recreation facilities, programs, and services that you would like to tell us? Your input for demographics would be helpful: 15. Are you a resident of Cupertino? Yes No No answer 16. Do you work in the City of Cupertino? Yes No No answer 17. What is your age? Under 18 yrs yrs old yrs old yrs old yrs old 65 and over No answer 18. What is your gender? Male Female No answer 19. Would you like to be added to an list to be informed of public meetings and updates during the planning process for the Parks, Open Space, and Recreation Master Master Plan? Date: 2016 Name (optional): For additional information about the Cupertino Citywide Parks, Open Space, & Recreation Master Plan or this questionnaire, contact the Recreation & Community Services Department, at info@parksmp.org or Additional information and updates will be posted at

21 PLEASE CONSIDER CONTINUING THE SURVEY AND ANSWERING THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND INPUT IN ADDRESSING THE FUTURE NEEDS OF CUPERTINO! 20. Would you like to continue the survey by answering additional questions? Your input will help, and is greatly appreciated. 21. Are there additional park and recreation facilities you would like to see added in your neighborhood? (includes parks, recreation buildings, sports courts, fields, etc.) 22. Based on the intersection of Stevens Creek Blvd with Foothill Blvd, Hwy 85, and De Anza Blvd, which area of the City do you live in? No answer 23. Are there additional park and recreation facilities you would like to see added in Cupertino? (includes parks, recreation buildings, sports courts, fields, etc.) 24. Are there additional recreation programs you would like to see added in Cupertino? (includes activities, classes, sports, day camps, etc.) 25. What would improve your experience as a park or recreation facility user within the City of Cupertino? For additional information about the Cupertino Citywide Parks, Open Space, & Recreation Master Plan or this questionnaire, contact the Recreation & Community Services Department, at info@parksmp.org or Additional information and updates will be posted at

22 26. Are there particular features within a park or recreation facility that stand out (positive or negative)? Please describe: 27. What are your top three priorities to add to Cupertino s parks, recreation facilities and programs? What are the City of Cupertino s greatest strengths in providing for parks and recreation services in the community? 29. Are there other ideas or observations about parks, recreation facilities, and recreational programming you would like to share with the City? THANK YOU FOR YOUR INPUT! For additional information about the Cupertino Citywide Parks, Open Space, & Recreation Master Plan or this questionnaire, contact the Recreation & Community Services Department, at info@parksmp.org or Additional information and updates will be posted at

23 CUPERTINO CITYWIDE PARKS, OPEN SPACE, & RECREATION MASTER PLAN 2016 survey results DRAFT August, 2016

24 survey results August

25 Q1 In general, how satisfied are you with the quality of Cupertino's parks and recreation facilities? Answered: 679 Skipped: 0 Very Satisfied Somewhat Satisfied Somewhat Dissatisfied Very Dissatisfied No Opinion 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Answer Choices Responses 24.9% % % % 19 No Opinion 3.1% 21 Total / 183

26 Q2 In general, how satisfied are you with the quality of Cupertino's recreation programs? Answered: 665 Skipped: 14 Very Satisfied Somewhat Satisfied Somewhat Dissatisfied Very Dissatisfied No Opinion 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Answer Choices Responses 21.8% % % % 12 No Opinion 23.6% 157 Total / 183

27 Q3 In general, how satisfied are you with the maintenanceof Cupertino'sparks and recreation facilities? Answered: 653 Skipped: 26 Very Satisfied Somewhat Satisfied Somewhat Dissatisfied Very Dissatisfied No Opinion 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Answer Choices Responses 32.2% % % % 21 No Opinion 4.0% 26 Total / 183

28 Q4 In general, how satisfied are you with the safetyof Cupertino'sparks and recreation facilities? Answered: 649 Skipped: 30 Very Satisfied Somewhat Satisfied Somewhat Dissatisfied Very Dissatisfied No Opinion 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Answer Choices Responses 41.3% % % % 12 No Opinion 6.6% 43 Total / 183

29 Q5 Within the last 12 months, about how often have you visited the City s parks or recreation facilities? (includes parks, recreation buildings, sport courts,fields, etc.) Answered: 638 Skipped: 41 4 or more times a month 2-3 times a month Once a month Less than once a month Never 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Answer Choices 4 or more times a month 2-3 times a month Once a month Less than once a month Never Responses 54.9% % % % % 12 5 / 183

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31 Q6 Within the last 12 months, about how often have you participated in the City s recreation programs? (includes activities, classes, sports, day camps, etc.) Answered: 631 Skipped: 48 4 or more times a month 2-3 times a month Once a month Less than once a month Never 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Answer Choices 4 or more times a month 2-3 times a month Once a month Less than once a month Never Responses 18.1% % % % % 211 Total / 183

32 Q7 In what ways have you used the City of Cupertino s parks, recreation facilities, or recreation programs within the last 12 months? (optional) Answered: 613 Skipped: 66 No answer Pleasespecify below: 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Answer Choices No answer Pleasespecify below: Responses 27.4% % 445 Total 613 # Pleasespecify below: Date 1 classes, senior center, volunteer 7/25/2016 3:24 PM 2 Dog walking 7/25/2016 3:21 PM 3 walk in parks, hike on trails, attend special events, Stevens Creek Corridor, McClellan Ranch activities, concerts, picnics, etc. 7/25/2016 2:36 PM 4 member of the Senior Center 7/25/2016 2:29 PM 5 Walks. Classes at Senior Center. 7/25/2016 2:24 PM 6 Tennis, hiking, work out exercise 7/25/2016 2:17 PM 8 / 183

33 7 Play Blackberry Farm on a weekly basis. 7/25/ :46 AM 8 Once 7/19/2016 1:20 PM 9 Walking around Memorial Park, Library Field, Wilson Park, Cherry Blossom Festival, Senior Center- 2 weekly classes year around, Senior Center Trips 7/19/ :56 PM 10 throw Sr. Senior Center activities, luncheon, 1-day trips 7/19/ :45 PM 11 Walk through the Park 7/19/ :56 AM 12 I take 8 classes per month 7/19/ :45 AM 13 Take class once a week at Senior Center. Use Sport Center's meeting room for my association meetings, attend lunches at Senior Center 7/19/ :42 AM 14 Summer camps, Cupertino Sports Center, Memorial Park events, Mcllelan Ranch 7/18/2016 8:16 PM 15 Walking/sitting. Walking dog. 7/18/2016 3:30 PM 16 I walk my dog. 7/18/2016 3:26 PM 17 Swimming, soccer, watch friends play. 7/17/2016 9:13 PM 18 Played in the parks 7/17/2016 3:37 PM 19 Walking 7/14/2016 8:35 PM 20 I live in Cupertino and routinely take my daughters to Wilson Park as well as other nearby parks. 7/14/2016 7:54 AM 21 I have used some of the swimming pools and I walk through the parks. I also take my grandchildren when they are visiting. 7/13/2016 7:08 PM 22 Taking Bombay Jam class at Sports Center 3-4 times per month. Hiking the trail at McClellan and Blackberry Farm several times during the year. 7/13/2016 2:33 PM 23 Soccer and Tennis 7/11/2016 2:22 PM 24 I visit my local parks (Hoover and Three Oaks) year-round on a regular basis when I can. During the summer, I have been attending the Concert Series at Memorial Park. I also go to events at Quinlan Center on a regular basis. I have also attended the city festivals like Earth Day 7/11/2016 1:36 PM 25 Host recreation sport events, BBQ, etc. 7/10/2016 9:19 PM 26 Swimming, jogging 7/10/2016 9:09 PM 27 Ice skating 7/10/2016 9:08 PM 28 Tennis classes, walks with family in the parks, attend a park event (concerts, e.g. July 4th) 7/10/2016 5:40 PM 29 Walk my dogs 7/10/2016 7:12 AM 30 walk 7/9/2016 9:50 PM 31 walking destination 7/9/2016 8:07 PM 32 Classes 7/7/2016 9:03 PM 33 I play racquetball at the Sports Center 2-3 time each week. 7/6/2016 5:36 PM 34 Visited local parks (mostly Jollyman, Portal, Memorial, Linda Vista, sometimes Three Oaks) with our 4- and 6-year olds. They've also attended summer camps at the Community Center. 7/5/ :32 AM 9 / 183

34 35 Love summer concerts and Shakespeare in Memorial Park. I am thankful the parks are dog friendly. I went to July4th activities. Until recently I was a member of the Cupertino sports club and enjoyed the yoga classes. I am a member at the Cupertino Senior Center mainly to get the discount for the Sport Center. Senior Center activities are not applicable to me for I work full time and many of the lectures and activities are held during the day time and appear to be for an older population, which I think is extremely important but I am not in that demographic 7/5/ :16 AM 36 School picnics 7/4/2016 9:51 PM 37 Walking trails and 4h 7/4/2016 7:08 PM 38 Saturday morning activities and classes 7/4/2016 1:20 PM 39 Regularly walk and relax in the parks. 7/4/ :34 PM 40 more enthusiasm 7/4/ :10 PM 41 gym, parks, cupertino city events 7/4/ :58 AM 42 I would go for walks with my family. 7/1/2016 2:34 PM 43 Parks to hang out with friends and exercise. But the only section that makes me feel unsafe is the basketball court that is next to the swings at Creekside Park. Too many people get hit with run away basketballs! 7/1/ :15 PM 44 to have a family picnic 7/1/2016 9:10 AM 45 I go to many activities at the Senior Center. 6/30/ :38 PM 46 Playground & picnic area for child's birthday party 6/30/2016 9:48 AM 47 Playgrounds, esp Portal Park, and also Cupertino Sports Center 6/29/ :24 PM 48 Take my kids to the play areas frequently 6/29/ :10 AM 49 I walk my dog. It's great for exercise. 6/27/2016 6:27 PM 50 Chess class, Dance class & Math class 6/25/ :04 PM 51 walking, listening to music, 6/25/2016 2:36 PM 52 Senior day trips 6/25/2016 1:59 PM 53 Deep Cliff Golf course 6/24/ :05 AM 54 Exercise, walking, relaxing, socializing 6/24/2016 8:42 AM 55 Regularly visit parks for hiking and now with new child. 6/23/2016 9:24 AM 56 frequent park visits, "world's largest swim less" at Tino high, do the Memorial Park concerts count? 6/22/ :45 PM 57 Senior Center 6/21/2016 8:40 PM 58 Your outstanding Senior Center. 6/21/2016 6:45 PM 59 senior center 6/21/2016 5:25 PM 60 walking/exercise, music concerts, festivals, 4th of July events 6/21/2016 2:26 PM 10 / 183

35 61 My wife and I have enjoyed using the traveling program that Kim is in charge of, she is excellent and they always have a good selection of things to when we visit different places. We usually travel with Roger & Sue Winslow. Cupertino puts the Sunnyvale Senior Center to shame when it comes to traveling. 6/21/2016 2:06 PM 62 Walk dogs twice a day at Jollyman Park and play golf 3 times a week, either at Blackberry or Deep Cliff. Go on senior trips when possible. 6/21/ :37 AM 63 classes, day tours 6/21/2016 7:36 AM 64 exercise 6/20/ :00 PM 65 Tennis, hiking, walking, photographing, picnic 6/20/2016 9:27 PM 66 Kids summer camps 6/20/2016 8:58 PM 67 Being a senior the Cupertino Senior Center is an important means of socializing with other seniors which helps maintain good mental health. 6/20/2016 8:24 PM 68 Visited parks Used Senior Center Took trips with Senior Center 6/20/2016 7:59 PM 69 senior center travel only 6/20/2016 6:36 PM 70 I am not ware of Cupertino has any attractive parks or recreation facilities/programs. only attended Cherry Blossom festival once, however, found nothing interesting there. 6/20/2016 6:33 PM 71 Walk our dogs at Jollyman Park every day. Take a weekly class at the Senior Center. 6/20/2016 6:25 PM 72 Cupertino Senior Center 6/20/2016 6:16 PM 73 Sr. Center Parks and playgrounds 6/20/2016 6:05 PM 74 Exercise classes and administrative duties. 6/20/2016 5:39 PM 75 Annual free Summer concerts 6/20/2016 5:35 PM 76 Bocce courts, once a week. Hiking trails, both led and on my own. 6/20/2016 5:31 PM 77 Mainly used the Cupertino Sr. Center 6/20/2016 4:50 PM 78 walking, and the senior center, and the senior center day trips 6/20/2016 4:48 PM 79 Senior Center activities 6/20/2016 4:41 PM 80 Senior Center Hike at some parks such as McClellan Ranch 6/20/2016 4:35 PM 81 Music in the park 6/20/2016 4:30 PM 82 I live some distance from Cupertino but do enjoy the new Blackberry Farm (?) trail and area. Also the park at the Adult Center 6/20/2016 4:27 PM 83 Classes, Senior Day Trips, Luncheons 6/20/2016 4:25 PM 84 Classes and day trips at the Cupertino Senior Center 6/20/2016 4:23 PM 85 Zumba class Several senior day trips Walking McClellan ranch park Cycling Stevens Creek trail 6/20/2016 4:08 PM 86 Senior tour programs which are A /20/2016 4:00 PM 87 Quinlin Center, Senior Center, Memorial Park 6/20/2016 3:55 PM 88 Leader in Training program 6/20/2016 2:28 PM 11 / 183

36 89 Ice Hockey 6/20/2016 1:32 PM 90 Playing basketball, badminton classes, riding my bike 6/19/2016 6:15 PM 91 To play basketball, tennis, and to ride my bike. 6/19/2016 5:59 PM 92 Took classes Rented parks Blackberry farm 6/19/ :25 AM 93 My wife has taken the kids to Blackberry Farm. 6/18/2016 8:04 AM 94 I use drive children to and from Eaton and Hyde Middle School basketball courts 6/17/2016 3:49 PM 95 Playing sports 6/17/2016 1:41 PM 96 Library, Jollyman Park, Blackberry Farm, summer camps for kids 6/16/ :49 PM 97 Birding in areas with good natural habitat such as at Stevens Creek Park 6/16/2016 6:24 PM 98 Attended Financial Quinlan CC sponsored by Parks & Rec, used Blackberry Farm swimming pool, attended 4th of July Pancake Breakfast, attended art Senior Center, played Sports Center 6/16/2016 1:32 PM 99 I occasionally take my grandchildren to Memorial Park and have been doing so for 5 years 6/16/2016 6:24 AM 100 I often visit McClellan Ranch and Blackberry Farm. 6/15/ :39 PM 101 For work activities, for golf, for educational programs, for leasing space. 6/15/2016 9:24 PM 102 Taught a class at McClellan Ranch 6/15/2016 6:57 PM 103 bird watching, hike/walk, nature watching 6/15/2016 3:26 PM 104 recreation & clean up activities 6/15/2016 2:13 PM 105 I have accompanied the Santa Cara Valley Audubon Society on its annual Spring Birdathon 2016 and have gone birding, both at Blackberry Farm. 6/15/2016 1:34 PM 106 I birdwatch at McClellan Ranch Park and use the Stevens Creek trail. 6/15/ :54 PM 107 Birdwatching, hiking general nature walks 6/15/ :21 PM 108 Bird watching, walking, bicycling 6/15/ :10 PM 109 General personal parks use for self and child, recreation classes for self and child, attend fairs/festivals, and attend special presentations. 6/15/ :05 AM 110 Exercise classes 6/14/2016 8:06 PM 111 Exercise 6/14/2016 9:43 AM 112 Classes 6/14/2016 9:38 AM 113 Basketball court at Hoover, Sports Center 6/13/2016 9:47 PM 114 Walking, Exercising, Relaxing 6/13/2016 5:59 PM 115 Swim lessons for 2 kids. 6/13/2016 5:44 PM 116 Golf, bike, fish 6/13/2016 3:27 PM 117 Walking. 6/13/2016 2:00 PM 12 / 183

37 118 walking the dog on the stevens creek trail from SCB through BBF and McClellan every day 6/12/2016 6:03 PM 119 Dog walking, Picnic, Bocce Ball 6/12/2016 4:58 PM 120 track, football field 6/12/2016 4:48 PM 121 Basketball, De Anza Force Soccer, Math Olympiad, playing with friends 6/11/2016 9:27 PM 122 Basketball, math Olympiad, playing in the park 6/11/2016 9:09 PM 123 I play basketball at the courts 6/11/2016 9:06 PM Use half court Basket Ball facilities at most parks. - Mr. G's math olympiad class 6/11/2016 6:45 PM 125 Play in neighborhood Parks 6/11/2016 1:57 PM 126 My sons like to visit Creekside Park to use the basketball hoops. 6/10/2016 6:12 PM 127 sand volleyball courts, tennis courts, parks 6/10/2016 1:39 PM 128 I have gone to Jolly Man Park for either playing with my friends or for practicing basketball 6/10/ :29 PM 129 We walk at Creekside Park 3+ times a week and go to festivals at Cupertino Memorial Park 6/10/ :18 PM Took my kids to the park to play (multiple times per week) 2. Walks in the park 6/9/2016 5:53 PM 131 Much McClellan park and Steven's creek trail. Also the park by the senior center with my kids. 6/8/2016 9:16 PM 132 Walking park. Kids play. Parties 6/8/2016 8:45 PM 133 outdoor swiming pool at Rancho Rinconada 6/8/2016 9:40 AM 134 Go to park with kids. Son plays soccer, practice and games 6/7/ :32 PM 135 Walked my dog around the park, usually twice a day, 6 days a week, always very clean, safe and well maintained. Doggie bags always available, other Cities parks they are almost always missing. 6/7/ :10 PM 136 classes 3 times a week and occasional walks in Memorial Park 6/7/ :20 AM 137 Make use of the great exercise programs offered through the parks and recreation department. 6/7/2016 7:22 AM 138 Events at Memorial park 6/6/2016 8:41 PM 139 None 6/6/ :23 AM 140 I use the outdoor grills in the parks, I also play Ice Hockey at Cupertino Ice. 6/6/ :24 AM 141 Local neighborhood park, soccer, frisbee. Fremont Olders Mountain Biking & Cupertino archery range. 6/4/2016 2:09 PM 142 Senior classes & playground for toddler 6/3/2016 3:54 PM 143 mostly through AYSO soccer games, plus some walking 6/3/2016 2:33 PM 13 / 183

38 144 I go to parks for peace, quiet, respite, trees, wildlife, open space with as little man made anything as possible and that are the least crowded. Please, please (!) don't build anything more in BBF or McClellan - they are already way over built. We must protect our city parks from being over built/over developed to where they lack any main purpose/function/use. Too much is jammed into too little space too much of the time. We need more open space (on top of huge new buildings does not count in my book). We need to slow down this constant need to develop and develop again so we relax, enjoy what we have just leave things be for 20 or 30 years (except for maintenance obviously). We must create/preserve natural open space and reduce, reduce, reduce man made anything. That will help make Cupertino really special!!! 6/3/2016 1:49 PM 145 take kids to play in the park. Enroll kids in Gymnastics programs. 6/2/2016 3:19 PM 146 I walk my dog at Memorial Park & Blackberry Farms often. Portal park is within walking distance of my home, but I prefer to walk in a larger area. We have gone to the dog park a few times, but there is no shade in the small dog area, so that is not good. 6/2/ :53 AM 147 Daily walks with my dog to Three Oaks Park with occasional walks to Jollyman Park. 6/1/2016 4:59 PM 148 Blackberry Farm Golf course Is primary Location. The blackberry aquautics center is second and Monta Vista park would be 3rd. 6/1/2016 9:29 AM 149 Going to Little League, taking walks in the evening and on week-ends doing picnics. Taking family to play at the park with friends. 5/31/ :34 AM 150 walk at the park, take kids to playgrounds, summer concerts, plays, movies 5/30/2016 9:45 PM 151 Walking and picnicking 5/30/2016 4:30 PM 152 Sports center, parks 5/29/2016 6:44 PM 153 Playing volleyball, exploring McClellan Ranch, walking 5/28/2016 2:45 PM 154 Tennis courts, open-space (Rancho San Antonio) trail running, hiking, Fremont Older & Stevens Canyon, mountain bike riding. 5/28/ :06 AM 155 We reside near Memorial Park and use the tennis courts on a weekly basis. Have you been to these courts??? They're in terrible shape. The surface is coming apart. When I was there a couple of months ago, a player on court 1, tripped and hurt herself such that it took minutes for her to recover. I can't remember the last time the courts were repaired/resurfaced. When they last resurfaced, it was poorly done. 5/27/2016 4:08 PM 156 Rented facility at Creekside Park. Very annoyed with the event insurance requirement. As a result, prefer to use Rancho Rinconada for events. 5/27/2016 3:44 PM 157 Nature oriented programs at McClellan Ranch Preserve. Have not renewed Sports Center membership in 2016 and stopped going to Mary Ave. dog park. 5/27/ :00 PM 158 Walking in various parks, meetings at Quinlan center, senior center. 5/26/2016 9:15 PM 159 adult fitness classes, use of the facilities at the Sports Center, playing in the neighborhood park 5/26/2016 1:59 PM 160 walking, biking 5/25/2016 9:32 PM 161 I walk through the parks for health reasons. I also walk my dog through the parks. 5/25/2016 8:19 PM 162 Jogging. Dog waking. Playing with kids. 5/25/2016 5:58 PM 163 Soccer practice 5/25/2016 4:16 PM 164 Regular user of Cupertino Sports Center. Multiple days a week to work out in fitness center and attend various fitness classes. 5/25/2016 2:46 PM 165 sports events, walks, 5/25/2016 1:07 PM 166 I take Core & More class, also take grandkids to Monta Vista Park frequently, and Memorial Park occasionally. 5/25/2016 9:11 AM 167 Poet Laureate programs; Leadership 95014; Library programs 5/25/2016 7:58 AM 14 / 183

39 168 walking my dog in parks, exploring Stevens Creek Trail, festivals, Cupertino Veterans Memorial, classes 5/24/ :36 PM 169 Walking mostly often. Festivals, summer concerts, Shakespeare in the Park. Some senior events 5/24/2016 7:04 PM 170 I use the Sports Center several times a week, bike over the bike bridge and through Memorial Park 3-4 times a week. Occasionally take classes at the Sports Center, Senior Center or Quinlan Center. 5/24/2016 6:34 PM 171 Summer classes for the kids, our neighborhood Creekside and Wilson Parks. Love the new play structure at Wilson! 5/24/2016 4:06 PM 172 visited parks. took sports lessons. 5/24/2016 3:39 PM 173 Use the Sports Center 6 days per week for aerobic exercise and weight training. 5/24/2016 1:46 PM 174 we visit parks & rec facilities for team sports, rarely visit to just "go to the park" because we live north of 280 on the Los Altos border and there are no Cupertino parks in our area, only Los Altos and Sunnyvale. Getting to those parks is difficult because there is no bike trail. 5/24/ :59 PM 175 Golfing at Black Berry Golf Course every day. 5/24/ :40 PM 176 Walks 5/24/ :26 PM 177 I am active at the senior center as a volunteer, take day trips, classes, attend luncheons 5/24/ :39 AM 178 mostly neighborhood parks such as Creekside Park and the park in Sedwig school 5/24/2016 7:48 AM 179 Parks 5/24/2016 1:29 AM 180 I am a member of the Sports center since /23/ :52 PM 181 Youth classes 5/23/2016 5:44 PM 182 Walking for exercise 5/23/2016 2:43 PM 183 attended a festival, children played sports on a school field, taking piano at Quinlan, taking Leadership 95014, Breakfast with Santa, biking through Blackberry Farm 5/23/2016 2:42 PM 184 Playgrounds for grandkids, but some parks need bathrooms to be usable. 5/23/2016 1:59 PM 185 Pick up games of lunchtime or evening sports for residents and people working in the area 5/23/2016 1:16 PM 186 Sports center for exercises, tennis courses, walk in the parks 5/23/2016 1:06 PM 187 Quinlan Center Pilates classes weekly; Jollyman Park daily; Cupertino Sports Center weekly, Memorial Park monthly; Linda Vista monthly. 5/23/ :22 AM 188 Several times: Enjoyed the new Nature Interpretive Center, Stevens Creek Trail, walks through our neighborhood park, the Quinlan Center, and the dog park. Took out-of-town guests to see the 4H farm. 5/23/2016 8:42 AM 189 We visit the parks for walks or for the playgrounds (with 3 young children) 5/23/2016 2:31 AM 190 Walking in Jollyman Park. Classes at Senior Center. 5/22/2016 9:24 PM 191 visited blackberry farm. found out they were growing poison oak to feed one bird. 5/22/2016 3:12 PM 192 Walked on Stevens Creek Trail several times a week. Played golf at Blackberry Farm once a week. 5/22/ :04 PM 193 Softball game, personal play (soccer, kite flying, remote control planes, other ball play), playground play, meeting place, exercise walking (alone, with family or friends), Karate and other rec classes, bike riding, Blackberry Farm pool summer membership, girl scout activities, nature walks... 5/22/ :26 AM 15 / 183

40 194 Walk dogs to park on Barnhart and on creek trail off Lawrence Expwy. 5/21/2016 9:22 PM 195 kids hiking, playing, swimming 5/21/2016 4:12 PM 196 Just walking through 5/21/2016 4:04 PM 197 hiking the stevens creek trail at McClellan/Blackberry park 5/21/2016 3:23 PM 198 Primarily I walk my dog in the city parks, ride my bike through McClellan Ranch Park, or take my granddaughter to play in the park. 5/21/2016 2:14 PM 199 Hiking 5/21/2016 1:36 PM 200 Blackberry golf course McClellan guided hike Linda Vista barbecue. Sports & rec center 5/21/2016 1:25 PM 201 Walk through parks on my twice weekly walking routes. Play golf at BlackBerry Golf Course. Go to Sports Center at least once a week. 5/21/ :45 PM 202 Tennis, gymnastics, soccer programs. Multiple visits to Monta Vista, Memorial and Jollyman parks for playgrounds. 5/21/ :42 AM 203 Mostly I use the par course at Linda Vista Park. I also run and bike in McClellan Ranch Park. I run every other day in the Open Space, but that's not part of Cupertino Parks & Rec domain. 5/21/2016 9:13 AM 204 Walking 5/21/2016 6:32 AM 205 DeAnza Force soccer games; field use 5/21/2016 5:07 AM 206 Hiking, walking, nature observation 5/21/2016 3:11 AM 207 I walk in my neighborhood and regularly walk through Varian Park, almost daily. I play tennis at Memorial park, almost weekly. I have played at Memorial Park since the park was established. The condition of the tennis courts there are abominable. It looks like an earthquake zone. There are breaks in the surface and deep pits. This condition has existed for several years now. Therefore, I have to say that they have not been maintained and are extremely unsafe. Another problem is that the grassy area leading to the courts drains downhill and the courts collect water after rains. An easy fix would be to build a concrete barrier where the courts and grass meet. I honestly can't understand why they are so grossly neglected. The courts at Varian are beautiful, but logistically my tennis partner asks to play at Memorial because of other timing concerns. 5/20/2016 8:35 PM 208 bicycling, hiking 5/20/2016 6:23 PM 209 Blackberry farm golf course. The course needs new irrigation system. Flatten and smooth all t-boxes. Marketing is needed to let golfers know BlackBerry is a renewed course thereby boosting revenues. You are hiding a gem. DON'T DO GROUP - ON. Put a banner across Stevens Wolfe. One at Wolfe & the new Apple facility. Employees could golf 9 after work, have team building tournaments etc. Marketing is desperately needed and you don't need to loose money w/group - on. 5/20/2016 4:37 PM 210 Walks in the parks, member of the Cupertino Sports Center. 5/20/2016 3:40 PM 211 Participate in Senior Softball at Memorial Park thru the Cupertino Senior Center. Visit Cupertino's new dog park. 5/20/2016 1:36 PM 212 Walking, exercising, walking dog, horse-shoes, picnics, relaxing. 5/20/2016 1:31 PM 213 Taken Classes at the Senior Center and participated in other activities 5/20/ :35 AM 214 I walk my dogs each day -twice a day -at Blackberry Farm or Jollyman park 5/20/ :09 AM 215 Hiking, picnics 5/19/2016 2:06 PM 216 Soccer practices at public parks. Played volleyball at library field. 5/19/ :26 AM 217 Jogged and played soccer on park fields. 5/19/2016 8:13 AM 16 / 183