Humboldt Park Friends Survey Results
During the month of April Humboldt Park Friends invited our community to participate in a survey about Humboldt Park. The community’s opinion and feedback are extremely important to us, as they will help us understand what we are doing well and what we can improve upon. By taking just a few minutes to answer the survey, respondents helped us identify concerns and areas in which we can work on to make Humboldt Park a better and more enjoyable experience for everyone. Thank you for all that took the survey.
SUBMISSIONS
SUMMARY FINDINGS
PARK USAGE & IMPROVEMENTS
Survey respondents chose Natural Beauty and Proximity to Home as the top answers to what they liked about the park. Most users visit the park for either attending events or for walking jogging and running. There is also a large percentage that walks their pets at the park on a regular basis. Picnicking, relaxing, and enjoying the playground were other standout categories.
The most requested programs at the park were Art in the Park, Nature Walks, and workshops with Yoga and Birdwatching closely behind. Improvements respondents would like to see implemented were More Food and Drink Options, More Activities and Events, More Trash and Recycling Bins, More Seating Areas, and Better Lighting.
The most requested programs at the park were Art in the Park, Nature Walks, and workshops with Yoga and Birdwatching closely behind. Improvements respondents would like to see implemented were More Food and Drink Options, More Activities and Events, More Trash and Recycling Bins, More Seating Areas, and Better Lighting.
PARK SAFETY AND TRAFFIC
Most respondents reported feeling safe at the park but communicated concerns about traffic safety. The biggest safety concerns from participants were Aggressive or Unleashed Dogs followed by Crime or Vandalism, Lighting, and Uneven Paths or Trip Hazards.
Most respondents reported being Somewhat Satisfied with Traffic and Safety at the park with Neutral and Very Satisfied following. Specific concerns from respondents were:
- “Vehicles on sidewalks & other non-road areas”
- “Aggressive or fast driving through the park.”
- “I feel safe walking during the day, but as a female, I do not generally feel safe walking at night.”
- “Reckless driving”
- “Lighting on the playground and crosswalks, speeding drivers’