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Public Input Summary — <br /> Arden Hills Parks, Recreation and Open Space Public Opinion Survey Summary <br /> Introduction <br /> In February 2001 the City of Arden Hills, Minnesota conducted a public opinion survey of residents. The <br /> survey was designed to determine resident's attitudes about park, recreation and open space issues and to <br /> help guide preparation of a park, trail and open space plan for the city. The written survey was sent to <br /> 3,897 households and businesses in the city. A total of 593 completed surveys were returned for a <br /> response rate of 15%. This is a higher than normal response rate for a mail-back survey and indicates a <br /> high level of interest in city parks, trails and open spaces. This high response gives the survey results a <br /> relatively high degree of accuracy. The margin of error of the survey is plus or minus 4%. A copy of the <br /> survey is attached. The following is a summary of the findings, implications for the park and trail plan <br /> and the results for each question. <br /> Survey Findings <br /> 1. Arden Hills residents are passionate about parks, trails and open space. <br /> 2. They are frequent users of the parks and trails. <br /> 3. They are satisfied with the existing parks, trails, maintenance and programs. The <br /> overall satisfaction level is 70%to 80%. <br /> 4. They want more TRAILS! <br /> 5. They also want existing parks to be renovated, passive parks areas to be <br /> improved and more land acquired for passive parks and natural areas. <br /> 6. There is some interest in an indoor recreation facility. <br /> 7. There is some support for fee increases and tax increases for park purposes. <br /> 8. There is very little difference in attitudes among different geographic areas of <br /> the city. <br /> itecommendations based on the survey results— <br /> 1. The Arden Hills trail plan identifies needed trail connections, pedestrian/ <br /> bike bridges and new trail opportunities. <br /> 2. Loop trails are proposed in many existing parks. . <br /> 3. Park renovation and revitalization recommendations for existing parks are <br /> summarized starting on page_and shown on maps in Appendix C. <br /> 4. Significant open space and trails are planned for the TCAAP area. <br /> 5. Partnerships to acquire land/easements and construct recreation <br /> improvements are a key to long-term success. . <br /> 6. Existing natural areas such as Crepeau Nature Center should be enhanced. <br /> 7. Given the proximity to existing recreation centers and the population base, <br /> the costs of an indoor recreation facility are likely to outweigh the benefits. <br /> 8. A variety of funding sources are needed for desired park, recreation and <br /> open space improvements. <br /> 12 <br />