Santa Cruz City Council
August 8, 2023

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1086 The entire park should not change. All areas need repair and embellishment, however. The duck pond should stay. The trees should stay. The grassy areas should remain. The benchlands should be restored to wetland habitat.
3/24/2023 7:30 PM
1087 The bench lands. Keep it clean and mowed, so kids can play play ball there and we can have events like spring fair there. Keep the homeless out. No camping or sleeping bags and belongings.
3/24/2023 7:11 PM
1088 NO Duck pond! 3/24/2023 6:46 PM
1089 Bocci ball courts for more public access 3/24/2023 6:38 PM 1090 I think lawn bowling is under-utilized. It’s also expensive to join. My husband and I were interested but unable to afford it.
3/24/2023 6:06 PM
1091 Updated play area for the kiddos. Because the youth deserve the best 3/24/2023 5:59 PM 1092 add pickleball courts 3/24/2023 5:58 PM
1093 Protect it more from the river, maintain the trees and add some more vegetation 3/24/2023 5:40 PM 1094 n/a 3/24/2023 5:29 PM
1095 c 3/24/2023 5:09 PM
1096 safe clean concert venue w/o homeless 3/24/2023 4:15 PM 1097 camping makes me afraid 3/24/2023 3:44 PM
1098 xxx 3/17/2023 2:19 PM

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Q11 The benchlands area of the park floods and development is restricted.

Which use would you prefer in the benchlands.

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12.00%

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Events
Restore as
natural area...

A combination
of both
None of the
above

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Events
Restore as natural area for wildlife habitat and nature trails A combination of both
None of the above

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Q12 What else should the benchlands be used for?
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# RESPONSES DATE
1 Summer concerts - amphitheater and a bring your own chairs.... dance floor area off to the side - Like Lake Almanor Penninsula area they have regular entertainment come through... It's Very popular!
4/12/2023 2:07 PM
2 n/a 4/12/2023 8:40 AM
3 Wine tastings 4/11/2023 9:33 PM
4 Farmer’s Market along the river would be amazing! Check out Eau Claire, WI for brilliant ideas about their community space, music in the park, etc. along the river. 4/11/2023 9:05 PM
5 I think it is meant to be wildlife habitat and trails. 4/11/2023 8:27 PM 6 I think the benchlands should be made available for events, pick up soccer games, trails, and wildlife restoration. These are not suitable lands for homeless encampments. They eliminate access to the rest of the public because of safety issues and are an ecological hazard to the San Lorenzo River
4/11/2023 5:55 PM
7 flooding 4/11/2023 4:44 PM
8 Nothing else. It should not be a homeless camp. 4/11/2023 2:04 PM 9 Flowers that grow in the shade would make the benchlands more pleasant for the community. 4/11/2023 1:02 PM 10 Fitness 4/11/2023 10:23 AM
11 nothing. 4/11/2023 9:04 AM
12 For the tax paying citizens to be able to use it and feel safe 4/11/2023 7:49 AM 13 Environmental education, stewardship, ecological studies. 4/10/2023 11:27 PM 14 Bonzai garden 4/10/2023 10:04 PM
15 Wildlife restoration and nature trails 4/10/2023 8:58 PM 16 N/A 4/10/2023 7:49 PM
17 outdoor music events in the summer - free concert series? 4/10/2023 7:08 PM 18 farmers market or popup markets 4/10/2023 4:44 PM
19 nothing else 4/10/2023 4:43 PM
20 Nothing. A natural area, where some special events can be staged a few times a year. 4/10/2023 4:38 PM 21 athletics and sports fields 4/10/2023 4:30 PM
22 Is there some kind of water treatment or reclaiming that could go on there as well? 4/10/2023 4:30 PM 23 water reclamation 4/10/2023 4:23 PM
24 Recreation for family. 4/10/2023 4:02 PM
25 grassy area for picnics and meeting up in groups - like Dolores park etc. 4/10/2023 3:51 PM 26 Safe access to the water 4/10/2023 3:46 PM
27 a quiet spot in the midst of a town that is becoming a city of high rises. San Francisco provides for this in the midst of city. So should we who, typically, are more nature oriented. 4/10/2023 2:43 PM
28 As an arboretum, cultivating trees and plants for a garden experience and to educate visitors. 4/10/2023 1:32 PM

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29 play and education area 4/10/2023 1:31 PM
30 Community events like the old days 4/10/2023 1:22 PM 31 OK for public events on an occasional informal basis but no structures 4/10/2023 1:17 PM 32 Disc Golf was cool. Would river-fed community gardens be safe for the river habitat? That could be beautiful and drought resilient.
4/10/2023 1:08 PM
33 Add a coffee/soda business somewhere to add to the enjoyment of the river 4/10/2023 12:56 PM 34 Not homeless camps! 4/10/2023 12:34 PM
35 not encampments... but famers markets and live music 4/10/2023 12:18 PM 36 Placing some picnic areas with bench and built in bbq would be could at the north end to still allow primary use as even space
4/10/2023 11:20 AM
37 n/a 4/10/2023 11:12 AM
38 Climate change adaptation interpretative signage 4/10/2023 10:59 AM 39 Games and other physical activities, yoga, catch etc 4/10/2023 10:56 AM 40 Local business promoting local-first commerce. Local arts and crafts, food, services, etc. 4/10/2023 9:15 AM 41 I'd be fine with the two uses mentioned above 4/10/2023 8:17 AM 42 Widelife protection trails 4/10/2023 6:06 AM
43 Scheduled activities and more recreational opportunities that would make sense in the flood plain. The riverbank should not be so overgrown that it invites camping and undesired activity. 4/10/2023 1:30 AM
44 Gardens that support local pollinators and educational events around that. 4/10/2023 12:14 AM 45 river ecosystem restoration 4/9/2023 11:48 PM
46 Since they are floodplains, they should be treated as such and restored for a healthier river. 4/9/2023 8:35 PM 47 With all the new apartments going up downtown the ben lands will be needed as the green space for a more urban city. The only other idea could be a greenhouse conservatory? Or some nights have the astronomy club come out with the stars, And it would be great to have a designer as good as olmstead!
4/9/2023 7:50 PM
48 Is that where the disc golf course is? It should be used for that! 4/9/2023 7:17 PM 49 Plantings that will draw more pollinators and wildlife. 4/9/2023 6:51 PM 50 N/A 4/9/2023 6:34 PM
51 Maybe an area for education about the bench lands 4/9/2023 3:40 PM 52 Emergency short-term homeless encampments that are extremely well monitored and controlled, and have a specific time limit that is upheld. 4/9/2023 3:15 PM
53 Nature classes 4/9/2023 2:08 PM
54 I think some use for major citywide events should be evaluated. 4/9/2023 1:50 PM 55 Community events which build connections between SC residents as well as visitors. 4/9/2023 12:33 PM 56 open space for both humans and wildlife to share 4/9/2023 12:30 PM 57 Simply a quiet, natural area with not many planned events or noisy venues….please! no pump track…
4/9/2023 11:58 AM
58 Some kind of staging or performance area 4/9/2023 10:35 AM 59 See below 4/9/2023 10:14 AM
60 Picnic, walking, etc 4/9/2023 9:44 AM
61 Nothing 4/9/2023 9:18 AM
62 Nothing 4/9/2023 8:42 AM

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63 recreation and protection of the river 4/9/2023 8:37 AM 64 I like the idea of Natural area restoration. City existing lots can be used for events such as Lot 4 and if Lot 4 is developed then existing library as one large event area 4/9/2023 8:37 AM
65 Teaching children and others about habitat management 4/9/2023 8:30 AM 66 raised garden beds for a community garden 4/9/2023 8:28 AM 67 Walk ways 4/9/2023 1:21 AM
68 Bring back the Spring Fair!!! 4/9/2023 12:02 AM
69 Park picnics like I SF 4/8/2023 10:15 PM
70 Na 4/8/2023 9:23 PM
71 N/A 4/8/2023 8:37 PM
72 pickleball courts 4/8/2023 8:18 PM
73 Keep disc golf course. I really miss it. 4/8/2023 7:31 PM 74 Concerts 4/8/2023 7:21 PM
75 Play areas for families. Picnic areas. 4/8/2023 6:32 PM 76 N/A 4/8/2023 6:30 PM
77 Soccer, events, trail along the river, picnic grounds, new playground 4/8/2023 6:03 PM 78 Don't know. 4/8/2023 5:39 PM
79 Not a homeless campground 4/8/2023 5:21 PM
80 Nothing else. 4/8/2023 4:05 PM
81 Meditation 4/8/2023 3:48 PM
82 Na 4/8/2023 3:17 PM
83 Disc Golf and seasonal picnic area 4/8/2023 2:56 PM
84 concerts 4/8/2023 2:55 PM
85 Never overnight, camping ever… 4/8/2023 2:48 PM
86 N/a 4/8/2023 12:16 PM
87 Family friendly events, concerts schools 4/8/2023 11:04 AM 88 Unknown 4/8/2023 10:23 AM
89 Improve the disc golf course 4/8/2023 10:07 AM
90 Cafe or other public enjotment 4/8/2023 10:02 AM
91 Temporary shelter for homeless individuals 4/8/2023 9:32 AM 92 Just a bike and hiking trail with benches for lunch free from drug use and paraphernalia 4/8/2023 9:12 AM 93 No opinion 4/8/2023 9:11 AM
94 Public resting space in nature with a feeling that the city is miles away 4/8/2023 9:01 AM 95 Picnics 4/8/2023 8:29 AM
96 Disc golf, bike pump track, other uses that can flood but bring people to area 4/8/2023 8:00 AM 97 Outdoor concerts, pop up events, picnics, community celebrations. 4/8/2023 7:48 AM 98 That’s all. Just keep it pretty useful . 4/8/2023 7:19 AM 99 Not sure. Replanting native vegetation encourages homeless to camp out 4/8/2023 7:11 AM

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100 Seating 4/8/2023 1:32 AM
101 Walking, observing the river, yelling at the bums. 4/7/2023 11:06 PM 102 Not a homeless camp 4/7/2023 10:52 PM
103 music, events, sports etc. 4/7/2023 10:34 PM
104 People relaxing on cool, clean grass. And the occasional event. We're a simple town, give us a simple place to relax.
4/7/2023 9:34 PM
105 A quiet greenspace for residents and visitors to breathe more deeply and absorb the beauty of a restored and restorative river environment - just a few steps from downtown Santa Cruz As our downtown business area grows higher and busier, a beautiful and quiet green oasis at the center of our downtown for visitors to relax, enjoy shade and quiet, experience a natural riparian environment and enjoy the rich diversity of birds that such a riverside environment attracts, would be a welcome complement to the urban bustle of Pacific Ave. 2. A significant contribution to a healthy river. A real riparian restoration project would create habitat for the full range of wildlife - birds, mammals, reptiles, insects, fish and other aquatic life. Riverside tree canopies would provide both the shade that helps regulate water temperature as well as organic matter that adds nutrients to the stream. Riparian vegetation would protect water quality by filtering pollutants and helping to prevent bank erosion. 3. A Tribute to Early Stewardship of the River by Native American Inhabitants We could dedicate such a restoration project to the earliest settlers on this land, honoring their hundreds of years on this land as we have honored the early Chinese settlers with the beautiful entrance to the Park. 4/7/2023 9:32 PM
106 Natural green space is fine with me. No other use necessary. 4/7/2023 9:23 PM 107 N/A 4/7/2023 8:43 PM
108 Special events when possible 4/7/2023 8:42 PM
109 Faires, festivals, wedding venue 4/7/2023 8:19 PM
110 Not as a homeless camp 4/7/2023 8:05 PM
111 Food venues, places to eat 4/7/2023 7:29 PM
112 The river should have more levee to protect the benchlands from flooding so it can be more park.
4/7/2023 6:46 PM
113 Safe green space 4/7/2023 6:31 PM
114 ultimate frisbee, fairs, concerts, demonstrations, community gatherings, art displays/sales. Try and keep the gopher holes to a minimum
4/7/2023 6:01 PM
115 disc golf 4/7/2023 5:24 PM
116 Events and natural habitat 4/7/2023 5:18 PM
117 N/A 4/7/2023 5:12 PM
118 Nothing 4/7/2023 5:07 PM
119 teaching conservation and ecology 4/7/2023 4:39 PM
120 Spring Fair 4/7/2023 4:28 PM
121 Nature 4/7/2023 4:14 PM
122 Art shows or craft fair 4/7/2023 3:45 PM
123 Farmers market 4/7/2023 3:41 PM
124 Community meetings. 4/7/2023 3:35 PM
125 Festivals and an area for children to play 4/7/2023 3:29 PM 126 Open space, restore to nature. 4/7/2023 3:27 PM
127 Disc Golf 4/7/2023 3:25 PM
128 open space 4/7/2023 3:22 PM

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129 Spring fair would be cool! 4/7/2023 3:21 PM
130 nature 4/7/2023 3:20 PM
131 public and civic events 4/7/2023 3:18 PM
132 Exercise 4/7/2023 3:08 PM
133 N/A 4/7/2023 3:06 PM
134 A safe, clean spot. No camping, no needles, no trash. A native ecological habitat that keeps the river healthy and allows humans to interact with the river and nature in a safe way.

Kayaking rentals? SUP rentals?
4/7/2023 3:03 PM
135 Flooding reserve backup area to prevent spillage over the levees. 4/7/2023 3:02 PM 136 Education, events & concerts. 4/7/2023 2:57 PM
137 Not sure, but it should not be used for homeless encampments for several reasons. First and foremost the environmental harm due to the proximity to the river. 4/7/2023 2:51 PM
138 no other thoughts 4/7/2023 2:48 PM
139 Education about the wildlife and the river area. 4/7/2023 2:40 PM 140 City / county events 4/7/2023 2:31 PM
141 N/ 4/7/2023 2:30 PM
142 Benches and picnic tables 4/7/2023 2:29 PM
143 Biking 4/7/2023 2:26 PM
144 It has no other use, the homeless will just destroy the eco system if you allow this cycle to continue.
4/7/2023 2:25 PM
145 I think the priority of the benchlands should be a combo of both- event site and natural resource restoration.
4/7/2023 2:25 PM
146 Not for living, drug deals, toilet, storing stolen bikes 4/7/2023 2:23 PM 147 bbq competitions 4/7/2023 2:16 PM
148 community events...the farmers market could be held there 4/7/2023 2:09 PM 149 Pickleball courts, pump track 4/7/2023 2:09 PM
150 Picnics 4/7/2023 2:07 PM
151 Events and positive use please! 4/7/2023 2:05 PM
152 River and wildlife viewing 4/7/2023 2:02 PM
153 Children Park 4/7/2023 2:01 PM
154 Definitely not for homeless camping 4/7/2023 1:52 PM 155 I like attending fairs and events at this location. please keep it. 4/7/2023 1:41 PM 156 Just events especially for seniors and children. 4/7/2023 1:38 PM 157 Fitness 4/7/2023 1:25 PM
158 Public use. Legal public use 4/7/2023 1:25 PM
159 Not homeless encampments. 4/7/2023 1:10 PM
160 If the area is restored, it could be used for nature programs for children, or include signs for a self-guided nature walk.
4/7/2023 1:02 PM
161 N/A 4/7/2023 12:54 PM
162 Outdoor education 4/7/2023 12:53 PM
163 Occasional campgrounds 4/7/2023 11:41 AM

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164 n/a 4/7/2023 10:59 AM
165 No development is needed. Maybe replant and support natural ecology. 4/7/2023 10:41 AM 166 That's it. Have it as natural as possible for intermittent use by residents NOT a drug camp 4/7/2023 10:23 AM 167 n/a 4/7/2023 9:18 AM
168 Native plants, wildlife, nature trails 4/7/2023 9:15 AM 169 0 4/7/2023 8:24 AM
170 Flood control 4/7/2023 8:08 AM
171 N/A 4/7/2023 7:40 AM
172 Exercise course. Jogging track. 4/7/2023 7:38 AM
173 n/a 4/7/2023 6:57 AM
174 flood control with climate change happening 4/7/2023 6:23 AM 175 Natural soace 4/7/2023 6:19 AM
176 NOT a place for criminals and mentally ill to relax. It’s a blight. Bring it back to being a feature of downtown!
4/7/2023 4:07 AM
177 Reading areas, with benches 4/7/2023 1:34 AM
178 Not for camping. The park used to be just fine until the city allowed it to be ruined. Just restore the green space as it was.
4/6/2023 11:44 PM
179 In addition to events and habitat restoration, just keep it has is for passive uses like picnicking and consider bocce ball (wouldn’t be destroyed by flooding) 4/6/2023 11:38 PM
180 Safe open area 4/6/2023 11:01 PM
181 NA 4/6/2023 10:40 PM
182 Community meetings 4/6/2023 10:13 PM
183 can't think of other. 4/6/2023 9:58 PM
184 flood control 4/6/2023 9:57 PM
185 Education 4/6/2023 9:20 PM
186 Events which will not damage the surroundings or area itself. Do not allow it to return to the state it was in for too long.
4/6/2023 9:16 PM
187 If it floods, then it should be restored to it’s natural. If a riparian habitat is there, then it will prevent further erosion downstream and so on. Please consult geologists and ecologists.

There are many in the county! They ware the best ones to ask. 4/6/2023 9:09 PM
188 Picnics and enjoyment what a park is meant to be 4/6/2023 8:56 PM 189 Passive enjoyment of nature. Interpretive trail 4/6/2023 8:44 PM 190 Not sure. Picnic by the river could be nice 4/6/2023 8:38 PM 191 I don't know 4/6/2023 8:37 PM
192 The benchlands should have benches. Also, disk golf goals are great and do fine with occasional flooding. A zipline would be fun as well. Signs about the history of the area and Santa Cruz with images would be great.
4/6/2023 7:10 PM
193 Picnics, quiet contemplation 4/6/2023 6:58 PM
194 I have nothing to add right now. 4/6/2023 6:31 PM
195 people enjoying the area - please do NOT allow this to become a tent city again!! And please do not allow people to run their dogs off-leash! Enough already 4/6/2023 6:12 PM
196 Bike path and soccer goals 4/6/2023 6:09 PM

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197 Walking, meditative activities 4/6/2023 5:55 PM
198 Free music 4/6/2023 5:50 PM
199 no opinion 4/6/2023 5:47 PM
200 Fun kids bike trail for neighborhood kids to go mountain bike a little. 4/6/2023 5:47 PM 201 Open space 4/6/2023 5:32 PM
202 Events not homeless 4/6/2023 5:08 PM
203 Nature walks 4/6/2023 5:00 PM
204 Events on the benchlands could be kept compatible with wildlife habitat. 4/6/2023 4:58 PM 205 Can it be used for much more than it is now? I hope so. You said it can’t be developed. So apparently it depends on what that means. Can it, at minimum, be better drained so it’s not wet?
4/6/2023 4:58 PM
206 I loved it when the SF Mime group performed there. Maybe in the none flooding time it could be used for free performances.
4/6/2023 4:44 PM
207 N/A 4/6/2023 4:40 PM
208 There should be attraction(s) that are open into the evenings to encourage regular use and safety in numbers- playground with evening lighting (like in Paso Robles Downtown Park), PUBLIC RESTROOMS, and food trucks. Employing people, particularly those displaced from the Benchlands, as land stewards, food cart operators, restroom attendants, etc. should absolutely be a part of the program. Transportation node - design primarily for people on bikes and on foot to feel invited into the space.
4/6/2023 3:49 PM
209 Concerts and events 4/6/2023 3:35 PM
210 play areas that blend with both events and wildlife, if possible. Maybe flat structures like tile or wood, some with information plaques and some with hop-scotch or match-up type games. 4/6/2023 3:31 PM
211 Poetry readings, small events 4/6/2023 3:25 PM
212 Recreation and relaxation. It's not quite our Golden Gate Park or NYC's Central Park, but it's an invaluable central open space, especially with new housing downtown 4/6/2023 3:20 PM
213 n/a 4/6/2023 3:02 PM
214 n/a 4/6/2023 2:51 PM
215 wildlife 4/6/2023 2:51 PM
216 Seasonal camping space and supportive services for unhoused communities/individuals. 4/6/2023 2:51 PM 217 A riparian restoration should be done in accordance with the city's master plan for riparian areas.
4/6/2023 2:37 PM
218 Family events 4/6/2023 2:36 PM
219 event space in summer for live music. it wold be nice to have pop up cafes or bars too. 4/6/2023 2:23 PM 220 Activities/sports like splash pad, built in seating, bird watching info, chess, bocci ball, pump track
4/6/2023 2:11 PM
221 Bicycle commute. Seasonal access to resources for people experiencing homelessness (while not flooding). I always -daily - see a group of these people gathered directly on the other side of the pedestrian bridge, so access would be easy for them. 4/6/2023 2:07 PM
222 emergency staging area for when we have disasters 4/6/2023 1:51 PM 223 Park and rec classes, bring back earth day and rejuvenation festival, provide resources for people out of the court house building!!!! Make going to the bathroom in Santa Cruz a right of dignity!!!!!
4/6/2023 1:45 PM
224 Strictly should be used for wildlife 4/6/2023 1:43 PM 225 seasonal sports like volleyball 4/6/2023 1:37 PM

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226 Public green space. Everything new is concrete 4/6/2023 1:35 PM 227 Not as an encampment. I miss the events like earth day 4/6/2023 1:34 PM 228 Family picnics 4/6/2023 1:10 PM
229 Unsure 4/6/2023 1:06 PM
230 Observing and enjoying nature 4/6/2023 12:08 PM
231 Restoring the nature after the encampments, and occasional community events 4/6/2023 11:59 AM 232 I'm not sure exactly but anything that might bring community members to reclaim it. 4/6/2023 11:49 AM 233 I think a walking path would be nice. It could extend beyond and under the Water Street and Soquel Avenue bridges.
4/6/2023 11:40 AM
234 Nothing. 4/6/2023 11:23 AM
235 picnic space 4/6/2023 11:19 AM
236 The pumptrack was rad. I know it's at Grant St. Park now, but that park is similarly unwelcoming to families based on my last half-dozen experience (needles found twice, yelling individuals, and public crack smoking with a group of unhoused individuals on the last occasion).
4/6/2023 11:11 AM
237 I’ve already mentioned in another question 4/6/2023 11:11 AM 238 Wildlife refuge 4/6/2023 10:41 AM
239 Conservation. Public education. Preserving native wildlife. 4/6/2023 10:36 AM 240 Festivals. Music. Picnic areas for large gatherings. Food and drink vendors. 4/6/2023 10:32 AM 241 Nothing 4/6/2023 10:25 AM
242 Education 4/6/2023 10:25 AM
243 Restore natural flora and fauna - use as a watershed teaching area. The biggest issue, unfortunately, is the people factor. Homelessness is a bigger issue, however it’s not the unhoused that necessarily cause the issues - it’s the open drug use and drug dealing and the lack of accountability. It has become an area that feels unsafe. My husband watched someone shooting up heroine in the wide open daylight, sitting on a park bench in from of kids. If there isn’t more proactive policing in this area in regards to drug use, it won’t feel safe no matter how beautiful it becomes!
4/6/2023 10:19 AM
244 This area is important for wildlife and since it is prone to flooding, which will be more frequent with climate change, it should be left as undeveloped as possible and all use of it should be low impact.
4/6/2023 9:50 AM
245 Education on watersheds and flood control 4/6/2023 9:43 AM 246 I think wildlife habitat and nature trails living inside the city is awesome 4/6/2023 9:24 AM 247 NA 4/6/2023 9:24 AM
248 Temporary homeless area as needed 4/6/2023 9:14 AM
249 off leash dog area 4/6/2023 9:13 AM
250 Music, community events, fishing. 4/6/2023 9:04 AM
251 Nothing 4/6/2023 9:02 AM
252 A place to freely hang out. 4/6/2023 9:01 AM
253 Regular nature walks and educational introductions to river ecology and riparian habitats 4/6/2023 8:53 AM 254 Open space 4/6/2023 8:52 AM
255 Surf park with wave machine, which could be a rentable facility for events, contests and competitions. The income generation to the general fund would be incredible. 4/6/2023 8:52 AM

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256 Nothing 4/6/2023 8:46 AM
257 Relaxation 4/6/2023 8:44 AM
258 That's it. Walkways through nature and keep the kids park. More benches to sit (not sleep) on.

For the regular people and perhaps some picnic tables for county workers and others. It should be PATROLED.
4/6/2023 8:41 AM
259 Just that. If you make it wild lane. It will 100 percent be a homeless camp. You know this. 4/6/2023 8:40 AM 260 N/A 4/6/2023 8:38 AM
261 Nothing - that is enough. I love the idea of nature trails and showcasing native plants and animals.
4/6/2023 8:33 AM
262 Picnics, frisbee, kayak/SUP launch into the river, occasional goat grazing, bird watching, swimming, grass volleyball, badminton, informal soccer... 4/6/2023 8:28 AM
263 Nothing 4/6/2023 8:19 AM
264 N/A 4/6/2023 8:10 AM
265 Outdoor skating rink, grass running path or track, grass tennis courts 4/6/2023 8:08 AM 266 disc golf course farmers market weekly music in the park to bring the community in. back in the day there were concerts at the duck pond too. Those were fun. You could bring your blanket and sit around the pond.
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267 Pickleball 4/6/2023 8:04 AM
268 Tai chi 4/6/2023 7:59 AM
269 pick up soccer games, frisbee, picnics, running 4/6/2023 7:52 AM 270 Community sports. Bocce, pickle ball, etc 4/6/2023 7:51 AM 271 Leash free dog park 4/6/2023 7:48 AM
272 Music, events, gatherings, food, truck, picnics, and running around, games 4/6/2023 7:38 AM 273 Walking, running trails… also love the zip line idea! 4/6/2023 7:35 AM 274 Just more events 4/6/2023 7:34 AM
275 Events 4/6/2023 7:31 AM
276 Families. NOT A HOMELESS AREA 4/6/2023 7:19 AM
277 Off leash dogs 4/6/2023 7:18 AM
278 It was cool when there were festivals in the summer there. More things bring people to it and hopefully for the first time so it can be used later for walks, views, picnics, trail run/walk 4/6/2023 7:16 AM
279 I love the idea of events and natural habitat. 4/6/2023 7:15 AM 280 Dogs. Especially a playground for the tiniest dogs. 4/6/2023 7:14 AM 281 A place where people of all ages can easily connect with nature as a sacred, beautiful, relaxing sanctuary.
4/6/2023 7:08 AM
282 Community events, disc golf - just make it a park where people can once again hang out and not be threatened, accosted, and where kids can play without being worried about needles. 4/6/2023 7:02 AM
283 School nature classes. Talking kids about nature and aspects of riparian corridors 4/6/2023 6:54 AM 284 Walking trail 4/6/2023 6:51 AM
285 N/A 4/6/2023 6:43 AM
286 birds 4/6/2023 6:22 AM
287 There used to be special events using benchlands. Lately it has turned into wasteland for unhoused wacko druggies. I would have some sympathy for unhoused if they made effort to 4/6/2023 6:03 AM

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keep areas clean but majority seem to feel entitled to do nothing and to be given free housing and do no work. Why do other communities like Pacific Grove not have these issues? 288 temp soccer field 4/6/2023 5:38 AM
289 N/A 4/6/2023 5:14 AM
290 Earthday 4/6/2023 3:59 AM
291 habitat education/activities 4/5/2023 11:33 PM
292 N/A 4/5/2023 10:31 PM
293 Picnicking, walking, open grassland 4/5/2023 10:27 PM 294 I think its a great spot to connect with nature in the heart of the city, so paths that make the shoreline accessible is a great idea. I do like the idea of events being held in that spot if the rest of the park can't accommodate them, again its a nice spot in the heart of the city for such activities.
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295 I don’t know 4/5/2023 9:03 PM
296 retain the childrens playground area. 4/5/2023 9:02 PM 297 It would be great to plant the area and make a nature habitat for animals: maybe a wooden board walk like nearby lagoon for walking through the area year round? My daughter loves to play at nearby lagoon and the tule is beautiful.
4/5/2023 8:58 PM
298 Pickle ball courts, jury parking for 701 ocean street 4/5/2023 8:49 PM 299 Soccer games 4/5/2023 8:31 PM
300 Nothing 4/5/2023 7:40 PM
301 I don't know. 4/5/2023 7:39 PM
302 Music or theater events 4/5/2023 6:40 PM
303 n/a 4/5/2023 6:24 PM
304 Is rolling stock from the burned Scranton Pacific Railroad available for a new home in the park and levee?
4/5/2023 6:18 PM
305 I have seen the benchlands flood many, many times. I have photos of the floods. This area should be a natural area and not an unnatural grassy lawn that must be restored after flooding - - the area is part of the river and should be designed to flood. The area above the bench lands, where the park road is located, can be used for events. The bench lands should never be used for camping of any kind, a use that is not appropriate for an urban city park or an area of a river that is designed to flood to protect the city.
4/5/2023 6:17 PM
306 Native planting and education about gardening with natives, including gardening in flood zones 4/5/2023 5:55 PM 307 Maybe restore the disc golf course. 4/5/2023 5:32 PM 308 An open air theater in a natural setting. Similar to the one at UCSC 4/5/2023 5:21 PM 309 Kayak launching area. 4/5/2023 4:53 PM
310 Open space, fishing from shore and kayak launch. 4/5/2023 4:36 PM 311 THE SAN FRANSISCO MIME TROUP AND CIRCUS SOLEI LOVE TO ENTERTAIN HERE AT

THIS VENUE
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312 Honestly I love the idea of restoring most of it for wildlife and trails, but keeping some of the area for events
4/5/2023 4:07 PM
313 soccer! 4/5/2023 3:44 PM
314 Considering the challenges with flooding, gophers and costs associated with turf maintenance the idea of turning it back to more of a natural area with the possibility of walk ways and/or realignment of the upper bike pathway through the park seem like a fiscally wise option. The area could be a benefit to any existing nature programs. 4/5/2023 3:07 PM

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315 Athletics 4/5/2023 2:48 PM
316 Na 4/5/2023 2:34 PM
317 N/A 4/5/2023 1:27 PM
318 picnics and relaxation 4/5/2023 1:24 PM
319 n/a 4/5/2023 1:19 PM
320 It used to be a nice grassy area, I would return it to that and it could also be used for occasional events.
4/5/2023 1:11 PM
321 Nothing 4/5/2023 1:05 PM
322 I would like the disc golf course to remain and be restored as a compatible use with the mostly natural area
4/5/2023 12:54 PM
323 Bird watching. 4/5/2023 12:50 PM
324 Nature trail. 4/5/2023 12:42 PM
325 n/a 4/5/2023 12:40 PM
326 Children center 4/5/2023 12:35 PM
327 Impromptu sports, e.g. croquet, boules, badminton, bocce. Picnics 4/5/2023 12:13 PM 328 A showpiece for a native riparian woodland, where people could connect to the river, birds, and other wildlife.
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329 Education and citizen science 4/5/2023 10:53 AM
330 Health and fitness. 4/5/2023 9:58 AM
331 Recreation 4/5/2023 9:32 AM
332 Picnics, sports, events 4/5/2023 9:15 AM
333 Not for the homeless -- too close to the river vis-a-vis waste. Plus, good thing they got them out of there before the floods came this past winter. Otherwise, there might have been lots of dead people!
4/5/2023 8:51 AM
334 nature path 4/5/2023 8:48 AM
335 See my comment above. 4/5/2023 8:21 AM
336 Open space 4/5/2023 7:40 AM
337 My son and I used to love watching people play soccer down there. It is such a great open space for frisbee, picnics, etc.
4/5/2023 6:09 AM
338 Picnics and family activities 4/5/2023 12:12 AM
339 Part of it could be used to host large events, and also a community garden and a nature restoration area. No disc golfs near trees as it harms the trees. 4/4/2023 11:56 PM
340 Leisure 4/4/2023 11:36 PM
341 Springfair 4/4/2023 11:34 PM
342 Not sure 4/4/2023 11:31 PM
343 Just the above. Definitely not for camping. 4/4/2023 11:25 PM 344 Trails, learning about the animals and flora in the area, learn about the history of the river 4/4/2023 10:16 PM 345 Open space with access for walking when not flooded and without housing transients. 4/4/2023 10:03 PM 346 As a natural flood plain it can be used to grow vegetables and educate the public how flood plains were used for agriculture before mechanical irrigation systems. 4/4/2023 9:52 PM
347 the temporary pump track was a great addition. 4/4/2023 9:50 PM 348 It's a nice area for frisbee and games 4/4/2023 9:50 PM

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349 N/a 4/4/2023 9:34 PM
350 Large Community Gardens, but not with raised beds that will get washed away in the storms. 4/4/2023 9:34 PM 351 Family Picnics 4/4/2023 9:30 PM
352 Not human settlement 4/4/2023 9:30 PM
353 Some picnic tables w/ shade structures covered w/ photovoltaic panels would be nice. 4/4/2023 9:24 PM 354 Two mentioned above are excellent, but a more robust infrastructure for primary school education via CWC Rangers could include some "waterproof" infrastructure 4/4/2023 9:02 PM
355 Not as a homeless camp 4/4/2023 9:00 PM
356 The Benchlands should be used for concerts and events. It should not be used for camping, drug use or fencing stolen bicycles.
4/4/2023 8:58 PM
357 Wildlife area 4/4/2023 8:57 PM
358 N/a 4/4/2023 8:50 PM
359 Not homeless camps!! 4/4/2023 8:44 PM
360 Events where families can bring their children safely 4/4/2023 8:40 PM 361 If we need emergency managed encampments that allow homeless a place to be -- this is city owned property and should be used for that-- but never unmanaged. Management should not be a jail where you force people to eat pizza instead of make their own food. They need communal living where they take care of one another. Where rape and drug use isn't a daily occurrence. This would be temporary until other shelter can be found for those who lose their homes. And with climate change, that could mean ANY of us. 4/4/2023 8:21 PM
362 I used to love attending summer events in the benchlands, before transient housing took over.

It's nice to have open space where everyone can relax, read a book, watch wildlife, and sun. 4/4/2023 8:11 PM
363 I don’t know 4/4/2023 8:01 PM
364 small events or permitted picnicking. The cider festival years ago was really fun. 4/4/2023 8:00 PM 365 N/A 4/4/2023 7:58 PM
366 Basketball court 4/4/2023 7:55 PM
367 Natural marsh? With trail? Consider making safe site overnight parking 4/4/2023 7:36 PM 368 Parkour and bocce ball 4/4/2023 7:35 PM
369 anti-flooding measures to protect the town. Greenspace for both downtown and midtown. 4/4/2023 7:32 PM 370 Playground and bathrooms. Off leash dog area 4/4/2023 7:13 PM 371 Natural exercise or natural play area for children 4/4/2023 7:09 PM 372 A flood plain and sensitive environmental area should never be used as an encampment for the unhoused. Why would the City ever put our most vulnerable in its most vulnerable location. 4/4/2023 7:05 PM
373 concerts; food trucks; picnics; ecstatic dance; 4/4/2023 6:53 PM 374 n.a 4/4/2023 6:50 PM
375 That's enough. 4/4/2023 6:47 PM
376 A safe place for children to explore 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 377 Picnics and summer music festivals 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 378 A nice area to lounge in like a regular park but with enforced no overnight camping. 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 379 Possible area for high school and UCSC students to do research on wildlife. Total pie in the sky idea to have water tanks that capture water for city landscaping in parks and open spaces 4/4/2023 6:38 PM
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381 More nature and more people hanging out but less trash and less concrete - this goes for entire san lorenzo river!
4/4/2023 6:28 PM
382 More river and wildlife habitat education events and how to gently co-exist. No off-leash dogs or nighttime events to respect wildlife, senior neighbors, and other residential to come. No artificial light glare from roads, bridges, or pathways - specifically contained and low to ground for path use safety only.
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383 People respectful of nature 4/4/2023 6:21 PM
384 Political rallies 4/4/2023 6:20 PM
385 N/a 4/4/2023 6:20 PM
386 Access to the river, play, nature walk 4/4/2023 6:09 PM 387 Comfortable place to gather 4/4/2023 6:05 PM
388 other gatherings 4/4/2023 6:04 PM
389 Not camping, ever. 4/4/2023 5:59 PM
390 Native plant restoration to provide habitat for birds and small mammals 4/4/2023 5:54 PM 391 Mostly returned to native planting, is it possible to have it partially restored to some marsh habitat, demonstration sites for ecological restoration - maybe a community garden plot in there, some events during summer
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392 nothing 4/4/2023 5:51 PM
393 fishing, launching stand up paddles, swimming 4/4/2023 5:44 PM 394 It could host grade school children on field trips studying river & urban ecology 4/4/2023 5:43 PM 395 amplitheater 4/4/2023 5:42 PM
396 Bird and wildlife observation, study site/research around nature parks, storm water and habitat balancing. Classes k-seniors: art, dance, music, science, monitoring. 4/4/2023 5:40 PM
397 Na 4/4/2023 5:34 PM
398 I like those two ideas. 4/4/2023 5:34 PM
399 Frisbee golf , the small -portable pump track was great , day-use , picnics , events 4/4/2023 5:34 PM 400 For children to play, families to picnic, people to sit and read a book, and people to hang out when they have to wait hours for jury duty type things at the court house. Just general normal park use where people can feel clean and safe.
4/4/2023 5:32 PM
401 Anything that would inhibit encampments, drug dealing, and petty crime. It wasn't always like this.
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402 Na 4/4/2023 5:28 PM
403 Food trucks, Farmer's Market, Pump track, pickleball, soccer 4/4/2023 5:17 PM 404 Picnic, games, sport, art exposition 4/4/2023 5:10 PM 405 Community garden 4/4/2023 5:08 PM
406 Flood overflow 4/4/2023 4:52 PM
407 An area safe and clean for kids. 4/4/2023 4:36 PM
408 Frisbee golf 4/4/2023 4:06 PM
409 n/a 4/4/2023 2:10 PM
410 A community Garden with onsite Community Composting 4/4/2023 2:02 PM 411 N/A 4/4/2023 12:39 PM
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413 Riparian restoration, including native plantings. Design with paths, (removable) benches, and natural drainage ways. Include some interpretive displays. Make the riverside accessible in at least 2 places.
4/4/2023 12:29 PM
414 Out door exhibitions as it was in the past, music/beer festival etc. anything to encourage more residents of Santa Cruz to get outside and enjoy our parks 4/4/2023 11:54 AM
415 No hard structure development, please. Open bathrooms should be a priority, and so should restoration of natural environment, i.e. riparian native corridor. 4/4/2023 10:41 AM
416 If it could be used for picnics that would be nice. 4/4/2023 10:33 AM 417 Local events that Support our community only. No out of area retailers 4/4/2023 10:29 AM 418 Picnic area 4/4/2023 10:01 AM
419 n/a 4/4/2023 9:31 AM
420 Temporary bocce courts. Food trucks during the week. Dog park. Some ideas:
https://www.wired.com/2014/08/a-gorgeous-park-designed-with-a-double-purpose-floodprotection/ https://www.fastcompany.com/90716670/this-16-acre-atlanta-park-was-built-to-flood https://theconversation.com/design-for-flooding-how-cities-can-make-room-for-water-105844 4/4/2023 9:19 AM
421 A tea room. 4/4/2023 9:04 AM
422 education 4/4/2023 8:59 AM
423 Seasonal small craft storage & launching dock. Safe river recreation & riparian ecology education. Build a handball/raquetball/basketball concrete wall for public use west of the Courthouse/County Center on the lower level
4/4/2023 8:18 AM
424 n/a 4/4/2023 8:15 AM
425 Amphitheater. 4/3/2023 10:30 PM
426 spring fairs, truck food, concerts - but nothing that's an installation. Let the benchlands be regenerating during flood years.
4/3/2023 10:13 PM
427 N/a 4/3/2023 10:12 PM
428 Festivals, community picnic day (I just made that up) but it would be nice to have community events there. I just want to keep it from being a homeless hang out. I don't use many of the public spaces, including downtown due to the shady element. I know go to Monterey to enjoy myself shopping. I am not a big shopper but I do go to Monterey. Sorry but this is the truth. 4/3/2023 10:08 PM
429 N/a 4/3/2023 9:58 PM
430 Open space for kites, throwing a foot ball, pick up games, when it's not reserved for community events and festivals. But absolutely no camping, no setting up of tents, and no loitering after sunset except during sanctioned events. 4/3/2023 8:54 PM
431 Have a Events like they used to do. And if the area floods, it would really not harm the dirt jumps or pump track.
4/3/2023 8:32 PM
432 It’d be great if half could be restored wetlands. 4/3/2023 7:32 PM 433 Maybe a dog park in some portion of it, and or a small amphitheater like place for community shared events.
4/3/2023 6:31 PM
434 Maybe a small disk golf course or a bocce ball court. 4/3/2023 6:02 PM 435 a workout circuit trail/nature trail 4/3/2023 5:59 PM 436 Pickleball courts 4/3/2023 5:57 PM
437 nothing else 4/3/2023 5:29 PM
438 picnicking and fishing at the river. A small boat launch into the river. 4/3/2023 4:34 PM 439 ?? 4/3/2023 4:28 PM
440 An event fair in summer as before with music. if most of benchlands becomes trees and trails, the event fair would also be above.
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441 gardens if they could be done in a way that works with the location and flooding 4/3/2023 3:51 PM 442 no cycling -- its too small 4/3/2023 3:44 PM
443 flood plain 4/3/2023 3:41 PM
444 Not sure 4/2/2023 11:55 PM
445 N/A 4/2/2023 11:10 PM
446 disc golf 4/2/2023 9:36 PM
447 it seems fine I mean its a flood zone 4/2/2023 8:53 PM 448 Walking, birding 4/2/2023 7:52 PM
449 N/a 4/2/2023 7:51 PM
450 Nothing 4/2/2023 7:47 PM
451 Not housing people. Keep in natural by avoiding any permanent structures. 4/2/2023 7:34 PM 452 Extremely affordable housing 4/2/2023 7:13 PM
453 riparian area w/trails 4/2/2023 6:47 PM
454 Get a catapillar and next time in summer the river is low, remove all the brush the city has let grow and build up.
4/2/2023 6:14 PM
455 Information about the river, its history, ecology, and future. 4/2/2023 5:47 PM 456 ? 4/2/2023 5:41 PM
457 N/a 4/2/2023 5:38 PM
458 Summer Parks and Rec for children. Perhaps a stage for performances. 4/2/2023 5:34 PM 459 Na 4/2/2023 5:30 PM
460 Elevated dock or elevated housing for homeless 4/2/2023 5:27 PM 461 A safe area for residents of Santa Cruz to enjoy. 4/2/2023 5:25 PM 462 The only way to return to nature will be to keep humans out. 4/2/2023 5:14 PM 463 Anything but a homeless encampment 4/2/2023 4:44 PM 464 No camping 4/2/2023 4:33 PM
465 Soccer 4/2/2023 3:46 PM
466 A safe place for the community to gather and children to play like it was when I was a child. 4/2/2023 3:35 PM 467 Picnics 4/2/2023 2:12 PM
468 pop-up events, live music and food trucks 4/2/2023 2:10 PM 469 If feasible, a created connection and overlook to the river. 4/2/2023 2:07 PM 470 Soley a natural area for wildlife habitat and nature trails 4/2/2023 12:35 PM 471 Ecology education 4/2/2023 12:09 PM
472 Opportunities for outdoor education. Maybe a nice overlook or boardwalk. Interpretive panels discussing the importance of riparian zones, river health, etc. A well made ADA trail. 4/2/2023 9:24 AM
473 I would pass a law never allowing camping there. 4/2/2023 1:14 AM 474 Nothing… 4/1/2023 9:00 AM
475 No other ideas. 3/31/2023 10:03 PM
476 Flooding 3/31/2023 8:36 PM
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478 Ninja course 3/31/2023 7:50 PM
479 Not homeless camps 3/31/2023 7:03 PM
480 NOT FOR HOMELESS Drug addicts. 3/31/2023 4:54 PM
481 Homeless camps should never be an option for this property again. Music events, naturethemed events, education events, low impact recreation and related activities would be great.

River-focused events and activities should take priority over all other activities. 3/31/2023 3:36 PM
482 N/A 3/31/2023 3:33 PM
483 Hiking. 3/31/2023 2:45 PM
484 Natural habitats 3/31/2023 2:40 PM
485 Whatever needs to be done to keep flooding to a minimum. 3/31/2023 2:25 PM 486 Not a homeless encampment 3/31/2023 1:53 PM
487 Just as mentioned above. 3/31/2023 1:38 PM
488 N/A 3/31/2023 12:57 PM
489 Left alone as a free recreation area for residents and visitors. 3/31/2023 12:06 PM 490 Hard to put anything permanent because of flooding. Not sure besides events 3/31/2023 11:54 AM 491 Interactive riparian habitat, so many areas like that are fenced off from the public for habitat preservation reasons but having at least one place where kids can have unstructured play in nature is important to their well-being.
3/31/2023 10:02 AM
492 Possible playing fields during summer months. 3/31/2023 9:29 AM 493 Educational history of indigenous peoples that originally occupied this community, and how they relied on the river. Education in how the city relies on the river today. 3/31/2023 9:20 AM
494 Summer camp 3/30/2023 10:13 PM
495 Na 3/30/2023 9:47 PM
496 community gardens 3/30/2023 8:54 PM
497 During the summer months it could be home to a 30-person transitional encampment that rotates between there and another park (during the rainy season). 3/30/2023 5:25 PM
498 Good areas to go and have outside lunch with friends 3/30/2023 2:50 PM 499 parking 3/30/2023 1:18 PM
500 Nothing. Walking or something. 3/30/2023 12:19 PM
501 I really think preserving the green space should be a priority. Some renewed disc golf course design could make for a minimally invasive new use that is family friendly (the current one is ok, but I think a newly designed one could be better.)
3/30/2023 12:13 PM
502 N/A 3/30/2023 12:00 PM
503 Off leash dog park 3/30/2023 11:14 AM
504 n/a 3/30/2023 10:46 AM
505 N/A 3/30/2023 9:54 AM
506 N/A 3/30/2023 9:53 AM
507 Active transportation, recreational trails, pump track for cyclists, outdoor ampitheater 3/30/2023 9:30 AM 508 Don’t know 3/30/2023 9:20 AM
509 science classes 3/30/2023 8:22 AM
510 equestrian city facility 3/30/2023 7:36 AM
511 Anything except homeless encampments 3/29/2023 10:11 PM

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512 a walkway to the river like nearys lagoon 3/29/2023 8:21 PM 513 Santa Cruz experiences 3/29/2023 8:04 PM
514 Public pickleball courts 3/29/2023 7:31 PM
515 I liked the disc golf- I would see people using it and it is easy to put the cages up and down seasonally. Don't get in the way of events.
3/29/2023 7:01 PM
516 Naturalist led events like birdwatching. 3/29/2023 6:45 PM 517 What events did you have in mind? Seems like they moved to Pacific ave and farmers mkt 3/29/2023 5:43 PM 518 N/A 3/29/2023 5:35 PM
519 Outdoor events 3/29/2023 5:23 PM
520 Picnics, family, etc. 3/29/2023 5:09 PM
521 Pickleball 3/29/2023 4:21 PM
522 Pump track, nature trail 3/29/2023 4:13 PM
523 It seems to be currently used by houseless folks to sleep and be safe in. I am okay with that as well.
3/29/2023 4:12 PM
524 a dog park 3/29/2023 3:47 PM
525 Not camping 3/29/2023 3:45 PM
526 Bring back the Spring Fair 3/29/2023 3:35 PM
527 Natue 3/29/2023 2:59 PM
528 I am not clear where the benchlands are? 3/29/2023 2:51 PM 529 N/A 3/29/2023 2:42 PM
530 Seasonal dog park 3/29/2023 2:23 PM
531 N/A 3/29/2023 1:51 PM
532 Skate park 3/29/2023 1:51 PM
533 NA 3/29/2023 1:50 PM
534 Events! More events! All the events! 3/29/2023 1:29 PM 535 Limit it to walking trails to support wildlife habitats 3/29/2023 12:32 PM 536 site seeing 3/29/2023 11:42 AM
537 Anything but homeless encampment 3/29/2023 11:32 AM 538 events -food trucks-music-kids events rid the homeless 3/29/2023 11:18 AM 539 Picnics, bird watching, enjoying nature 3/29/2023 11:10 AM 540 Benches 3/29/2023 10:59 AM
541 resting area on a platform 3/29/2023 10:49 AM
542 It would be nice to have concerts in the park. This part could be an extension of downtown, where people come to Santa Cruz for concerts in the park, maybe Shakespeare performances, etc.
3/29/2023 10:41 AM
543 . 3/29/2023 10:28 AM
544 Fenced Dog park 3/29/2023 10:16 AM
545 Spring May Day Fair like in the Old days 3/29/2023 9:43 AM 546 beautification of the city 3/29/2023 9:35 AM
547 yoga groups, other exercise classes 3/29/2023 9:23 AM

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548 Can’t think of anything 3/29/2023 9:10 AM
549 N/A 3/29/2023 9:07 AM
550 whatever the group decides 3/29/2023 9:02 AM
551 Open space 3/29/2023 8:57 AM
552 Na 3/29/2023 8:52 AM
553 group classes and activities 3/29/2023 8:45 AM
554 NOT FOR CAMPING 3/29/2023 8:18 AM
555 something that brings people down on a regular basis. With all the housing going into downtown it needs to be nice and well lighted so people can use it and feel safe 3/29/2023 7:55 AM
556 N/A 3/29/2023 7:51 AM
557 events, (concerts, farmers markets, fairs, meetings, parties) sports, environmental education, river bank restoration, landscaping and trees.
3/29/2023 7:47 AM
558 Events only please. There is no other location downtown that can handle both large crowds and parking. If you "restore it" it will just become less useful space. We already have nearby mountains, beaches, and forested areas. If you "restore it" it will just become a magnate for homeless, drug addicted, crazy folk that hord crap and harass nearby workers and residents not making the area desirable for anyone else... again. So, PLEASE learn from the past and don't find some snowflake, detached from reality reason to invite back in crime, blight, hookers, drug dealers, disfunction, pollution to the river, and overall funk. 3/29/2023 7:46 AM
559 n/a 3/29/2023 7:30 AM
560 I don't know 3/29/2023 7:10 AM
561 N/A 3/29/2023 7:00 AM
562 Dog park 3/29/2023 6:09 AM
563 n/a 3/29/2023 4:53 AM
564 Pickleball Courts 3/29/2023 2:37 AM
565 Pickleball courts 3/29/2023 2:26 AM
566 Spring fair like used to be 3/29/2023 2:08 AM
567 NOT drug camps!!!!! 3/29/2023 12:48 AM
568 Art/music shows 3/28/2023 11:55 PM
569 Recreation 3/28/2023 11:00 PM
570 A big off leash dog park. 3/28/2023 10:59 PM
571 nothing I can think of 3/28/2023 9:54 PM
572 Na 3/28/2023 9:53 PM
573 picnics but no camping 3/28/2023 9:12 PM
574 Picnic area where people can come eat and enjoy the river. 3/28/2023 9:04 PM 575 Walking 3/28/2023 8:53 PM
576 Add 8 Pickleball courts fenced if necessary 3/28/2023 8:52 PM 577 Not a holding area for drug users and thieves. 3/28/2023 8:45 PM 578 Pickle ball courts 3/28/2023 8:37 PM
579 Keep it clean. No activity of hanging around all day doing nothing 3/28/2023 8:34 PM 580 community sports 3/28/2023 8:29 PM

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581 Pickleball 3/28/2023 8:27 PM
582 Walking path perhaps. No camping. 3/28/2023 8:16 PM 583 Events can happen at Harvey West, London Nelson, Depot Park, Mission Plaza, the County parking lot and more. Earth Day organizers will understand that a sensitive wetlands is not a place to showcase new cars, even electric ones. Everything else suggested on your list can go somewhere else. A riparian woodland can go nowhere else! 3/28/2023 8:04 PM
584 Disc golf 3/28/2023 7:54 PM
585 Since it floods, it doesn't seem like a good idea to put anything permanent there. Possibly art and walking paths that can tolerate being under water.
3/28/2023 7:52 PM
586 don’t know. 3/28/2023 7:49 PM
587 N/A 3/28/2023 7:48 PM
588 Those two are good uses 3/28/2023 7:31 PM
589 N/A 3/28/2023 7:25 PM
590 meadow areas for small gatherings 3/28/2023 7:20 PM 591 don't know 3/28/2023 7:18 PM
592 Environmental education, riparian habitat, and revitalized trails. 3/28/2023 7:07 PM 593 N/a 3/28/2023 7:06 PM
594 Nothing 3/28/2023 7:06 PM
595 Meadow. 3/28/2023 7:05 PM
596 Picinic Area when dry 3/28/2023 7:05 PM
597 Pickleball 3/28/2023 7:00 PM
598 pumptracks 3/28/2023 6:50 PM
599 Idk 3/28/2023 6:33 PM
600 Family use, bike/walk trails 3/28/2023 6:31 PM
601 N/a 3/28/2023 6:31 PM
602 N/A 3/28/2023 6:29 PM
603 Recreation 3/28/2023 6:11 PM
604 Pickleball courts would get people in the park 3/28/2023 5:58 PM 605 Natural habitat 3/28/2023 5:56 PM
606 Clean public day access 3/28/2023 5:54 PM
607 grass maintained for picnicking, team games, disc throwing, various low impact recreation uses, and larger events like it used to have
3/28/2023 5:49 PM
608 Nothing. 3/28/2023 5:43 PM
609 Nothing 3/28/2023 5:37 PM
610 Pickleball Courts 3/28/2023 5:31 PM
611 Nature 3/28/2023 5:30 PM
612 Not the Homeless! 3/28/2023 5:30 PM
613 Outdoor concerts Dog park 3/28/2023 5:28 PM
614 ? 3/28/2023 5:27 PM
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616 N/a 3/28/2023 5:04 PM
617 picnic spots where the city workers can have lunch in the sun 3/28/2023 5:04 PM 618 Recreational use. 3/28/2023 5:01 PM
619 n/a 3/28/2023 4:57 PM
620 Pickleball courts 3/28/2023 4:57 PM
621 Music 3/28/2023 4:55 PM
622 Pickleball 3/28/2023 4:52 PM
623 N/A 3/28/2023 4:49 PM
624 N/A 3/28/2023 4:49 PM
625 Relaxing safely without being hassled by homeless people. 3/28/2023 4:48 PM 626 Pickleball 3/28/2023 4:47 PM
627 N/A 3/28/2023 4:47 PM
628 nothing 3/28/2023 4:46 PM
629 Nothing 3/28/2023 4:45 PM
630 events 3/28/2023 4:44 PM
631 bird watching 3/28/2023 4:43 PM
632 events 3/28/2023 4:42 PM
633 Pickleball courts 3/28/2023 4:40 PM
634 Native plant education center 3/28/2023 4:24 PM
635 community gardens. 3/28/2023 4:22 PM
636 Bike paths 3/28/2023 4:18 PM
637 More events. Earth Day is always popular. Music and SF Mime Troupe have been fun evets to go too.
3/28/2023 4:12 PM
638 Picnics, kids running around, a nice place to quietly read a book. 3/28/2023 3:53 PM 639 Trails! 3/28/2023 3:48 PM
640 just the above and not to store the homeless their anymore in the future. 3/28/2023 3:44 PM 641 family and local events 3/28/2023 3:13 PM
642 just events 3/28/2023 3:04 PM
643 none 3/28/2023 2:58 PM
644 Should be used for community events. 3/28/2023 2:58 PM 645 I think there could be some cement benches installed that could withstand flooding conditions. 3/28/2023 2:49 PM 646 Not sleeping 3/28/2023 2:32 PM
647 Not for camping or illegal drug use and chop shops. 3/28/2023 2:15 PM 648 N/A 3/28/2023 2:11 PM
649 NA 3/28/2023 2:09 PM
650 Concerts, Pride, like in the old days 3/28/2023 1:59 PM 651 n/a 3/28/2023 1:58 PM
652 Recreation, not an open air drug market 3/28/2023 1:50 PM 653 Something fun for the community if extra parking is not an option 3/28/2023 1:50 PM

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654 A flood plain. Nothing that would be hurt by flooding. 3/28/2023 1:35 PM 655 Restore the area with bike/walking paths. Also build in areas for events. include the natural environment and wildlife habitat in the plans....if you leave it entirely undone, the campers might decide to camp because it is so nice
3/28/2023 1:35 PM
656 Nothing 3/28/2023 1:28 PM
657 Intramural sports like ultimate frisbee, flag football and disc golf. 3/28/2023 1:28 PM 658 NA 3/28/2023 1:17 PM
659 Walking digs 3/28/2023 1:15 PM
660 dog walking 3/28/2023 1:14 PM
661 Events to teach community about the river/wildlife 3/28/2023 1:10 PM 662 The frisbee golf course is a nice touch and could be incorporated into a combined restoration/event area
3/28/2023 1:08 PM
663 Picnics 3/28/2023 12:52 PM
664 classroom meeting area for protecting the river. possible kayak or canoe launching removeable dock?? classes and such
3/28/2023 12:44 PM
665 Concerts, festivals, education about nature 3/28/2023 12:43 PM 666 Outdoor lifestyle with good views of river. Lots of trees and nature 3/28/2023 12:43 PM 667 picnics, physical activities, something pretty to look at. 3/28/2023 12:42 PM 668 Sports - disc golf was nice, the grassy area can be used for other sports too 3/28/2023 12:41 PM 669 Limited support for small events would be fine. I would favor maintaining the natural environment over events involving large amounts of alcohol and food. 3/28/2023 12:41 PM
670 bring the disc golf baskets back, please 3/28/2023 12:38 PM 671 walking and biking trail 3/28/2023 12:33 PM
672 Walking 3/28/2023 12:30 PM
673 N/a 3/28/2023 12:29 PM
674 People should be able to play, walk, and picnic there without worrying that they will be in the vicinity of crime and other antisocial behavior.
3/28/2023 12:29 PM
675 A place where people can gather and enjoy the outdoors. Not a homeless encampment 3/28/2023 12:28 PM 676 Farmers Market 3/28/2023 12:24 PM
677 NOT “camping” 3/28/2023 12:24 PM
678 n/a 3/28/2023 12:23 PM
679 sunbathing 3/28/2023 12:22 PM
680 Don’t know 3/28/2023 12:20 PM
681 Events, programs, classes 3/28/2023 12:13 PM
682 Would like to see the levee walkways cleaned up. I used to walk the length of the levee everyday. Now I am afraid to go near it! Last time I was there men were yelling and cursing at me
3/28/2023 12:06 PM
683 Educational nature walks for school field trips. Field trips could even be all-day, combining learning about County government AND riparian nature habitat and conservation. 3/28/2023 11:51 AM
684 Summer outdoor concerts. 3/28/2023 11:40 AM
685 Affordable housing 3/28/2023 11:24 AM
686 A monitored drug use site and direct community outreach for the unhoused 3/28/2023 11:04 AM

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687 Disc golf - bring it back! 3/28/2023 10:53 AM
688 Families, picnics, food truck events, 3/28/2023 10:48 AM 689 N/A 3/28/2023 10:38 AM
690 An area for kids to run and play, and for families and individuals to have a nice place to sit and enjoy a picnic or quietly read a book in the sunshine.
3/28/2023 10:19 AM
691 Na 3/28/2023 10:08 AM
692 Community picnic area 3/28/2023 9:54 AM
693 Recreation 3/28/2023 9:52 AM
694 No other suggestions 3/28/2023 9:14 AM
695 open space 3/28/2023 9:06 AM
696 not sure 3/28/2023 9:02 AM
697 Nothing, they are the natural place for water to go during heavy rain, and important part of the health of the river.
3/28/2023 9:00 AM
698 restoring the area would be best along with having ability to utilize for events 3/28/2023 8:58 AM 699 n/a 3/28/2023 8:57 AM
700 A permanent pump track for skateboarding. 3/28/2023 8:51 AM 701 Keep it simple. The City can't afford to maintain it anyway. Don't build something that Parks staff will be criticized by the public for not keeping up on. 3/28/2023 8:39 AM
702 Places to eat lunch or enjoy the outdoors. It may be nice to have a place to do yoga outside. 3/28/2023 8:29 AM 703 N/A 3/28/2023 8:19 AM
704 its for people of the community that will respect it and take care of it. i was born and raised in santa cruz . I dont think the park has a chance with the homeless trashing it everyday and the city not wanting to do tough love on the homeless!
3/28/2023 7:51 AM
705 Keep it cleared for floods. Children love open spaces. 3/28/2023 7:31 AM 706 Maybe some lunch spots for downtown works just above the benchlands 3/28/2023 7:22 AM 707 An area to walk your dog. 3/28/2023 12:55 AM
708 I would love to see benches and a picnic area. Somewhere I can relax after walking the river walk.
3/27/2023 11:34 PM
709 picnics 3/27/2023 8:34 PM
710 nice for small events such as food trucks or small festivals. Nice place for small children to visit if parents feel it is safe. in past years (10+) it was used as sports fields for teams who would arrive after 3:30 for practices. Great use of the space and extra evening parking spaces. now it is to scary for teams to do that.
3/27/2023 7:24 PM
711 Sports fields 3/27/2023 7:10 PM
712 Recreation 3/27/2023 6:27 PM
713 events, music, food trucks 3/27/2023 5:15 PM
714 Food trucks 3/27/2023 5:14 PM
715 possibly some events in summer 3/27/2023 5:13 PM
716 Note sure, but both of these options seem like they'd leave the space unprogrammed for a lot of time.
3/27/2023 5:06 PM
717 N/A 3/27/2023 4:49 PM
718 Community events. Festivals. Like the old Santa Cruz Fair that was there in the 70's and the current ones. It was great when the Circus was there.
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719 Not for sleeping or camping 3/27/2023 4:32 PM
720 N/A 3/27/2023 4:12 PM
721 Rewilding 3/27/2023 4:06 PM
722 Flood lands 3/27/2023 3:46 PM
723 n/a 3/27/2023 3:25 PM
724 Mostly wildlife, but trails for humans to move through and appreciate the wildlife without further destroying it by breaking their own trails. ...maybe a raised trail like at Neary's lagoon? 3/27/2023 3:17 PM
725 picnic area 3/27/2023 3:08 PM
726 Educational information about floods and climate change. 3/27/2023 2:55 PM 727 Physical Activity and wildlife accassibility 3/27/2023 2:52 PM 728 for summer day recreation / events like having boats that you peddle or if it's safe? 3/27/2023 2:47 PM 729 Keeping homeless away. Whatever it takes. 3/27/2023 2:46 PM 730 Safer pedestrian and bike access under the Soquel Avenue with lighting and patrols 3/27/2023 2:34 PM 731 a large open picnic space. Also access to the river to enjoy it in warmer weather 3/27/2023 2:28 PM 732 Not sure. 3/27/2023 2:24 PM
733 play 3/27/2023 2:19 PM
734 A place to actually feel safe for a change. 3/27/2023 2:17 PM 735 I don't have any other ideas; sorry! 3/27/2023 2:10 PM 736 educational resources regarding the watershed, especially for kids 3/27/2023 1:57 PM 737 Nothing 3/27/2023 1:54 PM
738 Small group seating - benches, small tables. Within wandering nature paths. Would love to have it feel similar to the UCSC arboretum
3/27/2023 1:54 PM
739 I would like to see more of a combo use like the Guadalupe River trail in San Jose. It's a natural asset to the City of Santa Cruz that is grossly underused. 3/27/2023 1:47 PM
740 NOT HOMELESS PEOPLE!!! 3/27/2023 1:45 PM
741 maybe benched for wildlife viewing but set back from river and grass area 3/27/2023 1:44 PM 742 It should be a parking structure for county employees. 3/27/2023 1:43 PM 743 n/a 3/27/2023 1:41 PM
744 native species re-seeding; maybe a perennial garden area; interactive trails in some areas, not all though
3/27/2023 1:39 PM
745 NA 3/27/2023 1:38 PM
746 Not camping 3/27/2023 1:37 PM
747 N/A 3/27/2023 1:34 PM
748 There should be a visitors center/learning zone like CURIODYSSEY in San Mateo or the Coyote Hills Visitor Center in Fremont. It would be great to see an inner city/nature educational center in Santa Cruz.
3/27/2023 1:25 PM
749 Recreation if possible 3/27/2023 1:25 PM
750 bike path 3/27/2023 1:21 PM
751 n/a 3/27/2023 1:19 PM
752 Disc golf, pickle ball courts 3/27/2023 1:17 PM
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754 concerts, gatherings (protests) since it's close to the County/courts building 3/27/2023 1:12 PM 755 Disc golfing. Pump track? 3/27/2023 1:06 PM
756 A youth soccer field? 3/27/2023 1:00 PM
757 It would be a nice area I believe for an outdoor school, to help us unfortunates in city jungle of craziness.
3/27/2023 12:59 PM
758 NOT homeless encampments 3/27/2023 12:27 PM
759 Lots of community events and flood overflow when needed. It should not be regularly used for housing or unauthorized events. It should be fenced off when needed to avoid rampant overrunning of the greenspaces by garbage and dangerous antisocial behaviors. 3/27/2023 12:25 PM
760 Stage space. Create an updated, awesome, accessible children's play area, community gathering space, Pickleball courts instead of lawn bowling would revitalize the space. 3/27/2023 12:18 PM
761 n/a 3/27/2023 12:16 PM
762 Exercise course…walking trails 3/27/2023 12:12 PM
763 n/a 3/27/2023 12:10 PM
764 Disc golf, food events, music, dance 3/27/2023 12:08 PM 765 Anything but transient camps. 3/27/2023 12:06 PM
766 I almost want to say leave it closed and let it restore itself. For instance, all the debris from the flood, I think we could leave it and let nature do its thing. I don't like the fencing though, maybe another idea will come up.
3/27/2023 11:53 AM
767 Open space 3/27/2023 11:47 AM
768 Picnicking, outdoor play, socializing breaktime for local workers. 3/27/2023 11:47 AM 769 NA 3/27/2023 11:46 AM
770 It depends what's allowed. Don't know what the options might be... 3/27/2023 11:45 AM 771 Should not be used for campling. 3/27/2023 11:44 AM 772 Soccer! And a dirt loop for kids to ride bikes 3/27/2023 11:39 AM 773 Open to ideas 3/27/2023 11:34 AM
774 Picnic areas, BBQs, family use space 3/27/2023 11:32 AM 775 Nature, pure nature. 3/27/2023 11:28 AM
776 As an area that people can enjoy to possible sit and read, eat lunch, enjoy the scenery, etc. 3/27/2023 11:24 AM 777 wildflowers for polinators 3/27/2023 11:23 AM
778 a nice better defined trail would be great 3/27/2023 11:23 AM 779 NA 3/27/2023 11:22 AM
780 No other uses. 3/27/2023 11:21 AM
781 Enjoyment by small vendors for events. 3/27/2023 11:21 AM 782 Wildlife viewing, weddings, music in the park (bring own chairs/picnic/blanket) 3/27/2023 11:21 AM 783 natural openspace 3/27/2023 11:17 AM
784 no comment 3/27/2023 11:16 AM
785 N/A 3/27/2023 11:13 AM
786 Picnic tables and benches that can be bolted down to concert pads and removed when used for events and approaching flood storms.
3/27/2023 11:13 AM
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788 See above 3/27/2023 11:11 AM
789 Events in the Benchlands would be amazing again. 3/27/2023 11:10 AM 790 pets 3/27/2023 11:07 AM
791 Not camping. 3/27/2023 11:07 AM
792 N/A 3/27/2023 11:06 AM
793 it should be an event area for music festivals during the spring and summer months. 3/27/2023 11:04 AM 794 art would be nice, a sculpture garden 3/27/2023 11:03 AM 795 a clean and safe area for healthy activity 3/27/2023 11:03 AM 796 Unsure 3/27/2023 11:03 AM
797 asdf 3/27/2023 11:02 AM
798 Not sure 3/27/2023 11:02 AM
799 I think nature trails and an area for events is good. Also maybe enhancing the disk golf course would be a good use for some of the area. It should not be used as a homeless encampment.

The area's use as a homeless encampment over the last couple years had a significant detrimental impact to my personal wellbeing and quality of life. It is also an environmental hazard.
3/27/2023 11:02 AM
800 An open space where people could play sports like soccer or a place to picnic or both. 3/27/2023 11:01 AM 801 80%+ wildlife and wetlands 3/27/2023 10:59 AM
802 county employee lunch / recreation area 3/27/2023 10:57 AM 803 Anything but Sheltering. 3/27/2023 10:57 AM
804 It seems that the mentally and socially healthy citizens of this town should be able to safely sit and enjoy this green space even if it is restored as a wildlife habitat. The idea of holding events there is a horrible idea, in my opinion.
3/27/2023 10:57 AM
805 Frisbee golf and picnicing. 3/27/2023 10:56 AM
806 Recreation area for families 3/27/2023 10:56 AM
807 Flower gardens that are not prone to minor flooding issues. The area is ripe for some color, given the dark coldness of concrete county building that surrounds it. 3/27/2023 10:55 AM
808 n/a 3/27/2023 10:53 AM
809 Live music and festivals. 3/27/2023 10:53 AM
810 Walking 3/27/2023 10:52 AM
811 Wildlife habitat 3/27/2023 10:51 AM
812 Community usage....open field for play...remain un-developed. 3/27/2023 10:51 AM 813 n/a 3/27/2023 10:50 AM
814 NOT camping 3/27/2023 10:50 AM
815 Disc golf. 3/27/2023 10:49 AM
816 A dirt bicycle park. Maybe a section could be pump track and a portion could have jump track. 3/27/2023 10:48 AM 817 Allow unhoused people to camp (weather permitting) Provide services, like electricity and waste disposal. Also a pump track those are a great feature. 3/27/2023 10:48 AM
818 Site for test plots for floodplain restoration with native vegetation, soil stabilization, and interpretation of nature.
3/27/2023 10:47 AM
819 ? 3/27/2023 10:46 AM
820 Recreation, open space, nature restoration, SAFELY 3/27/2023 10:46 AM

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821 Summer free music in the park 3/27/2023 10:46 AM
822 community events in general. 3/27/2023 10:45 AM
823 pickleball courts 3/27/2023 10:44 AM
824 N/A 3/27/2023 10:44 AM
825 I liked when there was frisbee golf. Events would be nice. I used to run on the path, but no longer feel safe.
3/27/2023 10:43 AM
826 Native/demonstration gardens 3/27/2023 10:43 AM
827 Not a tent encampment 3/27/2023 10:41 AM
828 Community classes: Quigong, Taichi, meditation 3/27/2023 10:41 AM 829 More picnic table and benches for quests. 3/27/2023 10:41 AM 830 Restoration and mobile event space is great. 3/27/2023 10:40 AM 831 i liked the disc golf course. Maybe even a bocce ball court or two. Pickleball? 3/27/2023 10:40 AM 832 It should be used as a clean, safe, place that the whole community could use. 3/27/2023 10:40 AM 833 Open flexible space for the community. 3/27/2023 10:40 AM 834 Art Festivals 3/27/2023 10:39 AM
835 just the above 3/27/2023 10:38 AM
836 I like the disc golf baskets. Just keeping it open to allow people to use as they wish would be lovely.
3/27/2023 10:38 AM
837 Natural habitat 3/27/2023 10:38 AM
838 Nothing else just events and nature. 3/27/2023 10:38 AM 839 Should NOT be used for transient campground. 3/27/2023 10:37 AM 840 More seating. 3/27/2023 10:37 AM
841 Music and special events 3/27/2023 10:36 AM
842 Farmers market 3/27/2023 10:36 AM
843 Floods 3/27/2023 10:36 AM
844 relaxing 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
845 N/A 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
846 Events 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
847 Protected natural area. 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
848 Local residents to enjoy being outside. A nice place to take family and have a little lunch.

Maybe a few picnic tables.
3/27/2023 10:35 AM
849 Picnic area with anchored concrete tables - More engagement with the river. Too much focus to stay out of the river so it is taken over by negative element 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
850 After experiencing the recent flooding in January of the benchlands the only option is restoring the natural area for wildlife.
3/27/2023 10:34 AM
851 Farmers markets 3/27/2023 10:34 AM
852 open space 3/27/2023 10:33 AM
853 Temporary/seasonal art installations, 3/27/2023 10:33 AM 854 Food trucks 3/27/2023 10:32 AM
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856 picnic, ball play 3/27/2023 10:32 AM
857 dog park 3/27/2023 10:31 AM
858 See above suggestions-Bike/skateboard rolling course and badmitton 3/27/2023 10:31 AM 859 Community events. Stuff to bring NON-transient people together and into the area. 3/27/2023 10:30 AM 860 It should be used for Pride events and car shows. It is SO messed up that you let the homeless deal drugs, USE drugs and alcohol, and solicit prostitution but then limit tax payers OUR use!
3/27/2023 10:30 AM
861 Events 3/27/2023 10:30 AM
862 anything that brings in crowds 3/27/2023 10:29 AM
863 n/a 3/27/2023 10:29 AM
864 Put benches as a picnic area or exercise structures 3/27/2023 10:29 AM 865 N/A 3/27/2023 10:29 AM
866 na 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
867 N/A 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
868 Summer camp classes or recreational offerings through parks and rec. 3/27/2023 10:28 AM 869 Events and nature conservation. 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
870 A nice public space when it's not flooded and the weather is nice 3/27/2023 10:28 AM 871 :) 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
872 n/a 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
873 Bring back the tacos and tequila event. 3/27/2023 10:27 AM 874 N/A 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
875 Nothing special, just recreation and an occasional event. 3/27/2023 10:27 AM 876 n/a 3/27/2023 10:26 AM
877 picnic areas 3/27/2023 10:25 AM
878 School related activities, or similar learning uses. 3/27/2023 10:23 AM 879 I really like the idea of seasonal events. like a festival in the summer // or large gathering in the warmer, drier months
3/27/2023 10:14 AM
880 Education and interpretation 3/27/2023 10:13 AM
881 exercise equipment 3/27/2023 10:13 AM
882 cvbbgb 3/27/2023 10:12 AM
883 Anything other than the encampment(s). 3/27/2023 10:10 AM 884 Anything except a campsite 3/27/2023 10:09 AM
885 educational opportunities for nature walks, seasonal events. 3/27/2023 10:07 AM 886 festivals and family events. the events should be during the day only. 3/27/2023 10:07 AM 887 Not a homeless area. 3/27/2023 10:07 AM
888 n/a 3/27/2023 10:04 AM
889 Teaching opportunities, outdoor classroom. 3/27/2023 10:04 AM 890 It would be great to have a combination for natural habitat and areas for events 3/27/2023 10:03 AM 891 water recharge area; an offshoot of the river where water can recharge aquifer 3/27/2023 10:03 AM 892 Access to river for paddle boarding, water activities - if that could be allowed. 3/27/2023 10:00 AM

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893 Nothing. Events, trails, and wildlife habitat sound good. 3/27/2023 9:56 AM 894 outdoor activities for residents and visitors 3/27/2023 9:56 AM 895 N/A. 3/27/2023 9:54 AM
896 nothing 3/27/2023 9:52 AM
897 A seasonal dock to access the river in the summer months would be amazing! 3/27/2023 9:52 AM 898 I think the disc golf is OK 3/27/2023 9:52 AM
899 Wildlife viewing. This space could be an excellent area to receive revenue through special events.
3/27/2023 9:50 AM
900 Idk 3/27/2023 9:49 AM
901 Nothing. 3/27/2023 9:48 AM
902 Not a homeless camp. Events like concerts or farmers market 3/27/2023 9:47 AM 903 Nothing 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
904 Unsure 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
905 Not camping 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
906 Dog park 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
907 Car shows, events, parades. Large area to hold events adjacent to downtown without impacting the general downtown area.
3/27/2023 9:45 AM
908 Fairs and rallies perhaps. 3/27/2023 9:44 AM
909 dog park 3/27/2023 9:44 AM
910 Ball fields, playgrounds, events, 3/27/2023 9:42 AM 911 Trails to walk through would be nice. 3/27/2023 9:38 AM 912 Space for folks to relax and hang out in. 3/27/2023 9:37 AM 913 sight seeing birds 3/27/2023 9:36 AM
914 N/A 3/27/2023 9:34 AM
915 Low infrastructure uses like kids soccer, or the portable pump track, food truck events, dog training classes.
3/27/2023 9:34 AM
916 n/a 3/27/2023 9:25 AM
917 If not able to be incorporated into a place for activities (like pump/skate) then restore to its natural native environment.
3/27/2023 9:24 AM
918 recreation 3/27/2023 9:23 AM
919 anything other than a homeless camp, open drug use area, prostitution location, garbage dump, toxic waste living area.
3/27/2023 9:21 AM
920 I have been working for the courts for over 5 years, and it was nice seeing the benchlands used for festivals, gatherings and events. I have not seen anything take place there in a long time. The famous Tacos and Tequila festival used to take place there. 3/27/2023 9:14 AM
921 na 3/27/2023 9:13 AM
922 n/a 3/27/2023 9:11 AM
923 N/A 3/27/2023 9:08 AM
924 Please don't use it for homeless encampments again. I work in the County building and it was difficult. If you are going to house the homeless, give them actual structures, not camping sites (yes I would vote to pay for this).
3/27/2023 9:08 AM
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926 I think this is a nice area to set up either a Farmers Market or a food truck spot. 3/27/2023 9:07 AM 927 n/A 3/27/2023 8:48 AM
928 Playing fields 3/27/2023 8:42 AM
929 River interaction - City has limited access to river. Fishing access. 3/27/2023 8:27 AM 930 I think events are good for the benchlands. However, I also recommend low-cost, semitemporary structures for kids and families. Such as a dirt pump track for kids to ride bikes on.

Or picnic tables that can be moved for the rainy season. 3/26/2023 9:40 PM
931 Nothing 3/26/2023 7:56 PM
932 Kids events - soccer, touch football, frisbee classes. Evening food trucks (making sure that A. they clean up after themselves rather than dumping Ice and ash onto the ground as I've seen them do in years past. B. That they don't damage the lawn with too heavy trucks, or cancel venues if the ground is too wet from recent rains)
3/26/2023 5:01 PM
933 music festivals, theatre, private parties, public space, walking trails, picnics along the river, food truck meeting area, art fairs.
3/26/2023 4:57 PM
934 Soccer and frisbee and kids playing freely etc. Snack time, food events, music on the duck island stage.
3/26/2023 1:20 PM
935 Off channel salmonid habitat. And that would increase the capacity of the overall flood control project too.
3/26/2023 8:05 AM
936 Concerts and community engagement. 3/26/2023 7:42 AM 937 Things related to enjoying the scenery, like seasonal floating docks how they have at Neary lagoon
3/25/2023 9:46 PM
938 Raised tiny homes for people experiencing homelessness. Could be regulated and gated for safety.
3/25/2023 9:26 PM
939 Mostly natural area. 3/25/2023 6:56 PM
940 Educating people about the river. Not just with a bunch of plaques, but bring school children there. No sports like paddle boarding.
3/25/2023 6:13 PM
941 Nothing. 3/25/2023 5:12 PM
942 Pickleball courts could work 3/25/2023 5:02 PM
943 No other use is as important as protecting the city from flooding. 3/25/2023 11:40 AM 944 n/a 3/25/2023 9:45 AM
945 Definitely no more encampments. But restoration projects and events like earth day. Also I want to rehabilitate the river and have kayak put in and take out areas to access the river 3/25/2023 9:13 AM
946 connection to river 3/25/2023 8:55 AM
947 Nature 3/25/2023 7:06 AM
948 Family picnics and play. We all know what negative elements will be drawn back into this area of the park, so it’ll be critical to have paid staff on patrol during daylight hours. Also, strict enforcement of park operating hours.
3/25/2023 6:57 AM
949 A few picnic tables would be good. 3/24/2023 10:48 PM 950 Access area to get into the river for swimming or kayaking/SUP. Music and art events. 3/24/2023 10:43 PM 951 natural riparian zone 3/24/2023 9:43 PM
952 This area should be dedicated t making a nature preserve with native plantings. Nothing else. 3/24/2023 8:54 PM 953 flood prevention. If water can flood the benchlands, it would act as a safety valve. 3/24/2023 8:38 PM 954 Flood plain 3/24/2023 8:22 PM
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956 Children's playground 3/24/2023 8:08 PM
957 Hands on restoration activities. 3/24/2023 7:37 PM
958 Art shows 3/24/2023 7:20 PM
959 public enjoyment of natural space...need to keep unsavory characters under control or public won't participate
3/24/2023 6:59 PM
960 Fun play 3/24/2023 6:49 PM
961 The river and water’s edge should be protected for birds and fish. (No boating) Also, PLEASE no more camping.
3/24/2023 6:20 PM
962 Disc golf. Maybe not a whole course but similar to the way it was before. A few baskets that can be played in different ways.
3/24/2023 6:05 PM
963 n/a 3/24/2023 6:02 PM
964 recreational area 3/24/2023 5:47 PM
965 see above 3/24/2023 4:19 PM
966 N/A 3/24/2023 3:49 PM
967 xxx 3/17/2023 2:20 PM

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Playground
Disc Golf
Pump Track
Events
Pickleball
Lawn area for
recreational...

Place to ride
a bicycle
Tennis
Zipline
Off-leash Dog
Area
Ice Skating
Community
Garden
Ferris Wheel
Carousel
Café / Food
Trucks / Bee...

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Court
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Art / Sculpture
Pond
Fitness
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Center
Roller Skating
Slackline
Tree House
Stage
Overlooks
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Classes
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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Playground
Disc Golf
Pump Track
Events
Pickleball
Lawn area for recreational use
Place to ride a bicycle
Tennis
Zipline
Off-leash Dog Area
Ice Skating
Community Garden
Ferris Wheel
Carousel
Café / Food Trucks / Beer Garden
Trails
Plaza
Educational Garden
Conservatory
Basketball Court
Group Picnic
Art / Sculpture
Pond
Fitness
Recreation Center
Roller Skating
Slackline
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# RESPONSES DATE
1 Could add the Bocci Ball and Pickle Ball to the Lawn Bowling area! 4/12/2023 2:07 PM 2 n/a 4/12/2023 8:40 AM
3 Fishing the river 4/11/2023 9:33 PM
4 Farmer’s Market, music in the park, open green space for outdoor enjoyment and picnics, markets, etc.
4/11/2023 9:05 PM
5 I really feel it is for trails and wildlife habitat. 4/11/2023 8:27 PM 6 A concrete area would be great for roller skating like in Golden Gate Park, exercise classes, food trucks and cafe tables. We already have a skate park and community garden on this side of the river so that would be redundant. We also have a dog park on this side of the river but perhaps an off leash park for small dogs would be fitting for the San Lorenzo Park 4/11/2023 5:55 PM
7 live music, community events 4/11/2023 4:44 PM
8 Music events and concerts. 4/11/2023 2:04 PM
9 Live music, craft fair. 4/11/2023 1:02 PM
10 Community volunteering 4/11/2023 10:23 AM
11 That's it. 4/11/2023 9:04 AM
12 Na 4/11/2023 7:49 AM
13 N/A 4/10/2023 11:27 PM
14 Concrete ping pong tables!!! 4/10/2023 10:04 PM
15 Trails 4/10/2023 8:58 PM
16 N/A 4/10/2023 7:49 PM
17 not camping for the unhoused. 4/10/2023 7:08 PM
18 more music 4/10/2023 4:44 PM
19 no pump track. 4/10/2023 4:43 PM
20 Rose or other formal flower garden? Perhaps maintained in partnership with a local garden club? See Tacoma's Point Defiance Park and their partnership with garden clubs for guidance. 4/10/2023 4:38 PM
21 see my notes above. 4/10/2023 4:30 PM
22 Spaces to just enjoy quietly 4/10/2023 4:30 PM
23 Homeless resource center 4/10/2023 4:23 PM
24 n/a 4/10/2023 4:02 PM
25 Area for food trucks and vendors 4/10/2023 3:51 PM
26 Safe places to play in the water 4/10/2023 3:46 PM
27 The less development (other than sporatic pop-up events) the better to keep a sense of nature near downtown.
4/10/2023 2:43 PM
28 Water fountains, public bathrooms, plenty of benches/seating for elders for elders and the disabled. Railings on any stairs. Ramps for wheelchairs etc. 4/10/2023 1:32 PM

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29 water access and kids water play - like on the San Lorenzo in Ben Lomond and Highland Park 4/10/2023 1:31 PM 30 Trash clean up 4/10/2023 1:22 PM
31 Passive activities such as bird watching and nature walks. The existing playground for children should stay with fence removed.
4/10/2023 1:17 PM
32 Weekend concerts all spring/summer long! 4/10/2023 1:08 PM 33 NA 4/10/2023 12:56 PM
34 Regular old park activities! Absolutley no homeless drug scumbags 4/10/2023 12:34 PM 35 Famers market 4/10/2023 12:18 PM
36 Maybe small tiny home village near court house section of park for extremely low income residents
4/10/2023 11:20 AM
37 unsure 4/10/2023 11:12 AM
38 aromatic native plants 4/10/2023 10:59 AM
39 None other than above or some other creative uses 4/10/2023 10:56 AM 40 Ecology research lab 4/10/2023 9:15 AM
41 I'd like to see a park that feels like it's in harmony with the river and to me that means not a 'sports park'. Sports are the centerpiece of many city parks and I'd rather see a focus on nature and activities that support that kind of enjoyment 4/10/2023 8:17 AM
42 Doesn’t matter what you put in if you don’t maintain it and keep it safe for families. Families don’t want to use it because of needles, scary people
4/10/2023 6:06 AM
43 Actually I like a lot of the suggestions mentioned above. The main thing is to keep some flexibility as uses change; don't do very expensive improvements that will be empty a lot of the time; they should be well maintained. Think about terms of use and management, for compatabiity with immediate neighbors and businesses.
4/10/2023 1:30 AM
44 It would be great to have weekly free live concerts in the park, and people could bring their own chairs/blankets, and have food trucks.
4/10/2023 12:14 AM
45 nature walking 4/9/2023 11:48 PM
46 Bird watching, habitat restoration instruction, nature education for kids. Keep it simple, keep it as an urban oasis for plants and animals, a place to delight in nature and life. 4/9/2023 8:35 PM
47 Yoga, tai chi, estatic dancing, ice cream socials, poetry readings, plain air art classes, food stands, romance! Croquet! Picnic, concerts, Art installations, wine tastings, river walks 4/9/2023 7:50 PM
48 the food truck nights were always a blast! 4/9/2023 7:17 PM 49 N/A 4/9/2023 6:51 PM
50 B/A 4/9/2023 6:34 PM
51 Community music events 4/9/2023 3:40 PM
52 Encourage community group uses, such as scouts, seniors, schools. 4/9/2023 3:15 PM 53 Holiday markets 4/9/2023 2:08 PM
54 I do not think this should be an area with intensified uses. 4/9/2023 1:50 PM 55 I can’t think of anything more 4/9/2023 12:33 PM
56 The park is fine as is - 4/9/2023 12:30 PM
57 None aside from walking and a great playground. 4/9/2023 11:58 AM 58 covered this topic 4/9/2023 10:35 AM
59 SECURITY/SAFETY 4/9/2023 10:14 AM
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61 Concerts, holiday events 4/9/2023 9:18 AM
62 None 4/9/2023 8:42 AM
63 na 4/9/2023 8:37 AM
64 Nature area 4/9/2023 8:37 AM
65 Fitness stations 4/9/2023 8:30 AM
66 benches 4/9/2023 8:28 AM
67 Na 4/9/2023 1:21 AM
68 N/A 4/9/2023 12:02 AM
69 Concerts and food. Community building events 4/8/2023 10:15 PM 70 Na 4/8/2023 9:23 PM
71 N/A 4/8/2023 8:37 PM
72 N/A 4/8/2023 8:18 PM
73 Keep levee available for use as is. How about an ice cream vender or tea house with garden. 4/8/2023 7:31 PM 74 This area floods so nothing that takes a lot to replace may be a par courses around the edge 4/8/2023 7:21 PM 75 4th of July Celebrations, Holiday events 4/8/2023 6:32 PM 76 Fairs, Celebrations, Concerts, Art shows, Theater, Open Air Markets, Shaded paths, and benches to relax on, kioks selling hot and cold beverages. 4/8/2023 6:30 PM
77 Community events, food trucks 4/8/2023 6:03 PM
78 Don't know 4/8/2023 5:39 PM
79 Not a homeless campsite 4/8/2023 5:21 PM
80 Children's play area, occasional events on the bench lands, peaceful green space with paths. 4/8/2023 4:05 PM 81 Zipline 4/8/2023 3:48 PM
82 Na 4/8/2023 3:17 PM
83 Community use: currently it is not safe for the general public and the bench lands have been polluted
4/8/2023 2:56 PM
84 n/a 4/8/2023 2:55 PM
85 Anything that doesn’t allow loitering and overnight use. 4/8/2023 2:48 PM 86 N/a 4/8/2023 12:16 PM
87 The options I checked are great ideas 4/8/2023 11:04 AM 88 Unknown 4/8/2023 10:23 AM
89 Historical information displays 4/8/2023 10:07 AM
90 Events 4/8/2023 10:02 AM
91 Short term or transitional camp for homeless individuals 4/8/2023 9:32 AM 92 Na 4/8/2023 9:12 AM
93 N/a 4/8/2023 9:11 AM
94 Sitting areas 4/8/2023 9:01 AM
95 Anything that does not include staying overnight 4/8/2023 8:29 AM 96 N/a 4/8/2023 8:00 AM
97 Community celebrations, Ie July 4th, Easter egg hunts, holiday lights and caroling, Haunted 4/8/2023 7:48 AM

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park for halloween, Memorial and Labor Day celebrations… 98 Don’t over build this area. 4/8/2023 7:19 AM
99 Picnic w bbq. Make a real (natural) pond for people to enjoy. 4/8/2023 7:11 AM 100 Dancing 4/8/2023 1:32 AM
101 No bums 4/7/2023 11:06 PM
102 Festivals 4/7/2023 10:52 PM
103 Tai chi and yoga 4/7/2023 10:34 PM
104 Only what people want to do. 4/7/2023 9:34 PM
105 None- conservation of crucial habitat 4/7/2023 9:32 PM 106 n/a 4/7/2023 9:23 PM
107 Areas to walk. 4/7/2023 8:43 PM
108 Na 4/7/2023 8:42 PM
109 Wedding venue 4/7/2023 8:19 PM
110 NA 4/7/2023 8:05 PM
111 NA 4/7/2023 7:29 PM
112 That's enough 4/7/2023 6:46 PM
113 Safety. That is the main thing. I stopped going when my son and I felt threatened by someone who was clearly having mental health issues and was a safety concern 4/7/2023 6:31 PM
114 N/A 4/7/2023 6:01 PM
115 ok 4/7/2023 5:24 PM
116 Please NOT a dog park! Off leash dogs have ruined It’s Beach for everyone else, and destroy nature areas
4/7/2023 5:18 PM
117 N/A 4/7/2023 5:12 PM
118 N/A 4/7/2023 5:07 PM
119 Keep the lawn bowling. 4/7/2023 4:39 PM
120 Community events 4/7/2023 4:28 PM
121 N/A 4/7/2023 4:14 PM
122 Wine tasting event 4/7/2023 3:45 PM
123 Na 4/7/2023 3:41 PM
124 Family activities. Senior activities. 4/7/2023 3:35 PM 125 I am somewhat pessimistic and just think everything will be destroyed but I hope that there can be a change and it can a wonderful place to hang out. 4/7/2023 3:29 PM
126 None. 4/7/2023 3:27 PM
127 Pop-ups...food 4/7/2023 3:25 PM
128 Concerts. 4/7/2023 3:22 PM
129 N/A 4/7/2023 3:21 PM
130 n/a 4/7/2023 3:20 PM
131 Again, it's a flood plain.. leave it be. 4/7/2023 3:18 PM 132 Music amphitheater 4/7/2023 3:08 PM
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134 integration with the river: wading, SUP rentals? Most of all it needs to highlight the river and be clean. Especially the north side of the river is flanked by tall buildings and cement. 4/7/2023 3:03 PM
135 N/A 4/7/2023 3:02 PM
136 Botanical Garden 4/7/2023 2:57 PM
137 N/A 4/7/2023 2:51 PM
138 nothing to add 4/7/2023 2:48 PM
139 Yoga 4/7/2023 2:40 PM
140 N/a 4/7/2023 2:31 PM
141 N/a 4/7/2023 2:30 PM
142 The Spring Fair 4/7/2023 2:29 PM
143 NA 4/7/2023 2:26 PM
144 Just a place that doesn’t see a lot of traffic so that it can be restored and not settled on. If you put any types of courts in then the homeless will just squat there. 4/7/2023 2:25 PM
145 Interpretive/educational trails and signage for school groups and the public. 4/7/2023 2:25 PM 146 Police the park. Make it safe. Keep it clean 4/7/2023 2:23 PM 147 N/A 4/7/2023 2:16 PM
148 n/a 4/7/2023 2:09 PM
149 Chess tables 4/7/2023 2:09 PM
150 N/A 4/7/2023 2:07 PM
151 That pretty much sums it up! 4/7/2023 2:05 PM
152 24 hr. security guard patrols 4/7/2023 2:02 PM
153 None 4/7/2023 2:01 PM
154 Café/bar with Patio overlooking the river 4/7/2023 1:52 PM 155 not sure. 4/7/2023 1:41 PM
156 Community fairs/ events 4/7/2023 1:38 PM
157 More events 4/7/2023 1:25 PM
158 A safe environment for families and other law abiding residents 4/7/2023 1:25 PM 159 Not homeless encampments 4/7/2023 1:10 PM
160 I'm open to activities that won't be noisy, e.g., loud music festivals (irritating to those of us who live nearby, scares away wildlife), and no attractions like those at the Boardwalk. Nothing where someone is going to get hurt and sue the City. I'm not interested in paying for expensive insurance or some kind of settlement through my taxes. I would like a cafe, and could be open to a brew pub that's not too central and not going to attract the cheap beer, let's get drunk crowd.
4/7/2023 1:02 PM
161 N/A 4/7/2023 12:54 PM
162 n/a 4/7/2023 12:53 PM
163 Music & public dancing 4/7/2023 11:41 AM
164 na 4/7/2023 10:59 AM
165 Again, stop the development. This is the one area we have downtown that is natural and peaceful.
4/7/2023 10:41 AM
166 That's it just NO drug camps 4/7/2023 10:23 AM

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167 n/a 4/7/2023 9:18 AM
168 None! Keep it simple. Make it a refuge for nature in teh city. That's what humans need. 4/7/2023 9:15 AM 169 Very few 4/7/2023 8:24 AM
170 I most enjoy the park when it’s quiet and a place of peacefulness in beauty 4/7/2023 8:08 AM 171 N/A 4/7/2023 7:40 AM
172 Daily tai chi 4/7/2023 7:38 AM
173 n/a 4/7/2023 6:57 AM
174 safe places for families 4/7/2023 6:23 AM
175 Market 4/7/2023 6:19 AM
176 Heroin, meth, defecation, homicide…oh wait that’s already there. Never mind. 4/7/2023 4:07 AM 177 none other than walking, to avoid overcrowding an area already encroached by development.

Events OK on weekends
4/7/2023 1:34 AM
178 Not too many or it will no longer feel like a restful refuge. Some events are fine, but chiefly we need a peaceful green space, kept clean, to just quietly “be”, have picnics on a blanket, for walks and reading and playing with kids. Motorized bikes, boards etc should be kept to a minimum. There is s lot of wildlife there snd we should live in harmony with it. 4/6/2023 11:44 PM
179 bocce or pickle ball, occasional events with food trucks and music 4/6/2023 11:38 PM 180 Na 4/6/2023 11:01 PM
181 NA 4/6/2023 10:40 PM
182 Not sure 4/6/2023 10:13 PM
183 N/A 4/6/2023 9:58 PM
184 n/a 4/6/2023 9:57 PM
185 N/a 4/6/2023 9:20 PM
186 Seating areas to keep public from using the grass for loitering purposes, yet the seating itself to prohibit loitering.
4/6/2023 9:16 PM
187 BIRD watching, environmental education signs, nature path, sort of like an open air natural history museum.
4/6/2023 9:09 PM
188 N/a 4/6/2023 8:56 PM
189 More exciting playgrounds to draw families there. Additional security for public safety 4/6/2023 8:44 PM 190 Not sure 4/6/2023 8:38 PM
191 picnic benches and food trucks 4/6/2023 8:37 PM
192 The park is in a great location but it gets over run by garbage and loitering. It needs to be maintained and patroled so that it can be used by the community and so that it is a safe place to bring your kids.
4/6/2023 7:10 PM
193 Na 4/6/2023 6:58 PM
194 Keep existing playground, stage, and bike trail, and make the Benchlands natural floodplain with trails
4/6/2023 6:31 PM
195 music, a place for people to hold celebrations (pavilion or two?) 4/6/2023 6:12 PM 196 Fun place for bikes 4/6/2023 6:09 PM
197 Swings 4/6/2023 5:55 PM
198 X 4/6/2023 5:50 PM
199 no opinion beyond the above other than we need attractions for GROUPS so that there is more 4/6/2023 5:47 PM

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safety for visitors and for the park itself
200 Beginner level mountain bike trail that loops around much of the park. 4/6/2023 5:47 PM 201 NA 4/6/2023 5:32 PM
202 I would like to see lots 9f youth and senior activities. Santa Cruz is sadly lacking in these areas
4/6/2023 5:08 PM
203 Good bicycle trails that aren't infested with drug addicts and the insane. 4/6/2023 5:00 PM 204 Pickleball is popular, reportedly, but it requires committing a good deal of space for a limited group of users. The same is true of lawn bowling, but it's already an established use. 4/6/2023 4:58 PM
205 N/A 4/6/2023 4:58 PM
206 Making it a community space used by all with an arts emphasis would be great. 4/6/2023 4:44 PM 207 I’m not sure, but in general support activities that promote community inclusion and gathering - making safe space and events that locals feel they can come to and connect with. 4/6/2023 4:40 PM
208 Boardwalk through floodplain zone 4/6/2023 3:49 PM
209 Concerts (think Bottlerock) and outdoor events 4/6/2023 3:35 PM 210 I'd love to see a small manicured perennial garden, including some roses. Not taking up a lot of space, but a dependable spot for scent, color, and calm. Also, any structures like carousel, ferris wheel, cafe, etc., should not be full-sized because it shouldn't dominate the park. A round kiosk & circle of seating would be a good cafe. Also, less plastic than there is now; more wood, metal, stone, ceramic, concrete.
4/6/2023 3:31 PM
211 Plays, music, educational opportunities, 4/6/2023 3:25 PM 212 Activities are best that can share the space at different times rather than dedicating large sections for single use
4/6/2023 3:20 PM
213 n/a 4/6/2023 3:02 PM
214 n/a 4/6/2023 2:51 PM
215 N/A 4/6/2023 2:51 PM
216 Habitat restoration, flood retention reservoirs, bioswales and seasonal marsh lands, and seasonal campground. Historical social and environmental education, including permanent and occasional recognition of indigenous Uypi (Ancestors of the contemporary Amah Mutsun) land and water rights and relationships.
4/6/2023 2:51 PM
217 Educational nature walk 4/6/2023 2:37 PM
218 Cafe 4/6/2023 2:36 PM
219 n/a 4/6/2023 2:23 PM
220 Holiday events 4/6/2023 2:11 PM
221 Garden for local plants and pollinators as well as garden for vegetables. Volunteer opportunities 4/6/2023 2:07 PM 222 that's enough 4/6/2023 1:51 PM
223 I do not think it should be a kids park for a long time. Until you can get it under control. So for now, you should let food not bombs actually feed the hungry homeless hippos you have there!!! It’s super fd up that you would rather people be hungry then let a man feed people. No matter what the people he is feeding are up to…just cruel 4/6/2023 1:45 PM
224 Trials only. 4/6/2023 1:43 PM
225 good trail connections for bikes and pads to adjacent areas. 4/6/2023 1:37 PM 226 History events 4/6/2023 1:35 PM
227 Basketball 4/6/2023 1:34 PM
228 Back to what our family enjoyed in the 70's and 80's when our children were young 4/6/2023 1:10 PM

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229 Unsure 4/6/2023 1:06 PM
230 Enjoyment of nature 4/6/2023 12:08 PM
231 Festivals 4/6/2023 11:59 AM
232 n/a 4/6/2023 11:49 AM
233 I think it's nice just to have minor activities. From my experience at Arana Gulch Trail, joggers and bicyclist seem to take over and almost run over walkers. 4/6/2023 11:40 AM
234 None 4/6/2023 11:23 AM
235 Community building (volunteer events, etc) 4/6/2023 11:19 AM 236 I've made this suggestion a few times in a few different conversations, but I strongly believe we need an Ice Arena here in Santa Cruz. I've had conversations with the VP of operations for Sharks Ice who supported the idea...children and adult hockey leagues are too congested over the hill, making the hour+ roundtrip not worthwhile. (Yes, I am a hockey player and this is also a selfish request).
4/6/2023 11:11 AM
237 Not boardwalk-lite. 4/6/2023 11:11 AM
238 Shakespeare in the park, ethnic celebrations 4/6/2023 10:41 AM 239 I really like the idea of a stage or amphitheater. Outdoor concerts in the park would be wonderful.
4/6/2023 10:36 AM
240 All previously checked. 4/6/2023 10:32 AM
241 None 4/6/2023 10:25 AM
242 Anything which doesn’t make it impossible for others to enjoy the park at the same time. 4/6/2023 10:25 AM 243 None/ pump track & Disc golf 4/6/2023 10:19 AM
244 Events should be small and low impact. Bocce ball or pickleball would be good uses for current lawn bowling area.
4/6/2023 9:50 AM
245 N/A 4/6/2023 9:43 AM
246 Places to be in nature that feel calm 4/6/2023 9:24 AM 247 Listed above 4/6/2023 9:24 AM
248 Homeless tent area 4/6/2023 9:14 AM
249 quiet nature retreat 4/6/2023 9:13 AM
250 River use: Beach, Kayak access, fishing. Maybe if the river ever cleans up swimming. Or swimming for dogs.
4/6/2023 9:04 AM
251 There is already a stage and an amphitheater. I think leaving it open and non-amusement park like is essential.
4/6/2023 9:02 AM
252 Sufficient restrooms and drinking fountains! 4/6/2023 9:01 AM 253 Public forums? 4/6/2023 8:53 AM
254 Keep it clean and drug free 4/6/2023 8:52 AM
255 Coastal ocean theme play equipment in the play area, due to the rich surf ocean relationship and culture within Santa Cruz. Surf contests at the new wave park. ( to be built). 4/6/2023 8:52 AM
256 Nothing 4/6/2023 8:46 AM
257 N/A 4/6/2023 8:44 AM
258 Absolutely no ponds. I pulled a drowning kid out of one at a huge music event. No one was even looking at her. It was unreal. No music events, that is contrary to having a nature area.

How about perch areas for birds?
4/6/2023 8:41 AM
259 There already is a disc golf course and it’s unusable because of homeless people. If something is added I like the idea of a cement or paved skate park or pump track. 4/6/2023 8:40 AM

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260 N/A 4/6/2023 8:38 AM
261 I'm not sure this park is the place for ice skating but I would like to be able to ice skate in Santa Cruz and the Boardwalk rink is too small to skate reasonably. I think the pond and playground are good and should stay - would not add another but would not remove them.

Large green lawn for general use is important and this is the only one in the city! Events are important to the community and we are taking away the Farmer's Market parking lot so we need this space for events such as Earth Day, Pride, etc. I would like more bike/pedestrian trails and I think an educational garden would be great, could help the public learn about native plants for potential use in their own gardens.
4/6/2023 8:33 AM
262 Kayak/sup launch, riparian habitat signage and overlooks - but a developed trail doesn't seem necessary/appropriate.
4/6/2023 8:28 AM
263 ? 4/6/2023 8:19 AM
264 N/A 4/6/2023 8:10 AM
265 n/a 4/6/2023 8:08 AM
266 I think that covers all aspects. To respond to question #15, please don't get rid of the dragon in the new park design.
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267 Pickleball 4/6/2023 8:04 AM
268 NA 4/6/2023 7:59 AM
269 those are good, the more green the better 4/6/2023 7:52 AM 270 Bandstand 4/6/2023 7:51 AM
271 Na 4/6/2023 7:48 AM
272 I can’t think of any more 4/6/2023 7:38 AM
273 N/A 4/6/2023 7:35 AM
274 Up to you 4/6/2023 7:34 AM
275 That’s all 4/6/2023 7:31 AM
276 Anything but a homeless camp. How about relocating the farmers market there? 4/6/2023 7:19 AM 277 ? 4/6/2023 7:18 AM
278 All my ideas were covered 4/6/2023 7:16 AM
279 I love the ideas above! 4/6/2023 7:15 AM
280 Dog park for mini dogs 4/6/2023 7:14 AM
281 N/A 4/6/2023 7:08 AM
282 This needs to be a place where people can hang out. It's right along the river and a perfect place for low-cost activities with friends and family. Whatever goes in should not require money, and should not be roped off except for special events or occasions. 4/6/2023 7:02 AM
283 Can’t think of any more 4/6/2023 6:54 AM
284 Public meetings 4/6/2023 6:51 AM
285 N/A 4/6/2023 6:43 AM
286 just a beautiful park where people can sit, look at the river, and hear the birds and watch the wildlife. Humans have really wrecked the San Lorenzo, time to let it go back to where it came from
4/6/2023 6:22 AM
287 Need to have security at park or most people will continue to avoid it. I stopped going to the main branch library after witness man urinating outside and another man in the library screaming obscenities at library staff when he was told not to view porno. That was years ago and conditions downtown are worse now.
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289 N/A 4/6/2023 5:14 AM
290 I support appropriate events like Earth Day but not just any events 4/6/2023 3:59 AM 291 yeah 4/5/2023 11:33 PM
292 N/A 4/5/2023 10:31 PM
293 Anything that doesn’t require fencing and segmenting and hardscaping. There are so few open spaces. It doesn’t need to be groomed and managed to death. Open space to play and run and walk. It is a great park as is. Forget all the special interests and exclusivity. Keep it an inclusive place. It soothes the soul to walk through there. 4/5/2023 10:27 PM
294 Honestly I don't know how much that space can accommodate but I think a recreation facility or space for food trucks and beer garden would be a great replacement for the lawn blowing area and the pond could go if there was better access to the shoreline where real nature and wildlife live and thrive. The park is so accessible from downtown and from many parts of town (even more once the rail trail through town is complete) because its so easy to bike/walk along the levy. It could be such a great community gathering space, especially with the plan to develop the west side of the levy as part of downtown. People should want to go to the park after dinner to eat a treat or get a drink at the beer garden, or hear some live music. The park should be lit up at night and feel safe. Creating activities, rec center, or music stage, or food truck and beer garden areas would draw people in at all times of the day. And sports facilities, playgrounds, and wildlife and nature viewing would capture diverse groups of people. 4/5/2023 9:18 PM
295 Stage 4/5/2023 9:03 PM
296 Retain lawn bowling! 4/5/2023 9:02 PM
297 Would be great to get some more pickle ball, tennis, and sand volleyball courts in town as those often fill up. As a parent, a beer garden or cafe right next to the playground sounds AMAZING. There are no beer gardens or coffee shops in town that have play structures at the moment and that would be a big draw for us.
4/5/2023 8:58 PM
298 Anything for kids under 12 4/5/2023 8:49 PM
299 Na 4/5/2023 8:31 PM
300 N/A 4/5/2023 7:40 PM
301 None come to mind. 4/5/2023 7:39 PM
302 N/A 4/5/2023 6:40 PM
303 n/a 4/5/2023 6:24 PM
304 Rowboats, canoe, kayak. Clean the river of sewage. 4/5/2023 6:18 PM 305 picnic area, and a safe restroom. It might be fun to create an interesting concrete structure of walls, arches, and walkways that are designed intentionally (with public safety in mind & night lighting) for graffiti artists to use for expression.
4/5/2023 6:17 PM
306 Regular safety and maintenance 4/5/2023 5:55 PM
307 guided river walks 4/5/2023 5:32 PM
308 Na 4/5/2023 5:21 PM
309 Educational 4/5/2023 4:53 PM
310 NA 4/5/2023 4:36 PM
311 THE EXISTING LAWN BOWLING CLUB DESERVE THEIR PLACE TO PLAY 4/5/2023 4:24 PM 312 I think that is a lot and I love those ideas 4/5/2023 4:07 PM 313 Soccer! 4/5/2023 3:44 PM
314 The mention of a plaza is one way of describing a central area where people can come and enjoy a lunch break, morning meet up or other casual short gatherings. Check out Seattle or Bend Oregon - great examples of community spaces with a natural settings. Not to mention the artistic presentation of these areas.
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315 Soccer 4/5/2023 2:48 PM
316 Quiet ones, feeling of safety important, area is clean/pristine, not congested 4/5/2023 2:34 PM 317 Na 4/5/2023 1:27 PM
318 NA 4/5/2023 1:24 PM
319 A nature center or interpretive display about the San Lorenzo River ecosystem and wildlife 4/5/2023 1:19 PM 320 Lawn for people to relax on. 4/5/2023 1:11 PM
321 Benches 4/5/2023 1:05 PM
322 Native plant gardens 4/5/2023 12:54 PM
323 A rec center like to one in downtown Monterey, with fitness activities for city residents. Pickle ball.
4/5/2023 12:50 PM
324 n/a 4/5/2023 12:42 PM
325 n/a 4/5/2023 12:40 PM
326 Unlnown 4/5/2023 12:35 PM
327 well maintained public bathrooms 4/5/2023 12:13 PM
328 Leaving the benchlands as a natural area, the upper part of the park could be for traditional uses like events, picnics, children playing.
4/5/2023 11:39 AM
329 Any community activities that the community wants, really. The park has so much untapped potential to serve the community.
4/5/2023 10:53 AM
330 Need more parking! Class A restrooms. Security/police patrol. 4/5/2023 9:58 AM 331 River access, sandy beach, dock boats. 4/5/2023 9:32 AM 332 Sports, concerts, dining events 4/5/2023 9:15 AM
333 No dog park or any fancy things like ferris wheel or carousel. Just a park for people to come and enjoy. Love the Duck Island. How does one bring people in to enjoy and keep others from sleeping all over the place? SECURITY!!!
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334 no other 4/5/2023 8:48 AM
335 N/A 4/5/2023 8:21 AM
336 Outdoor classes 4/5/2023 7:40 AM
337 Unfortunately I think these does need to be parking. 4/5/2023 6:09 AM 338 Concerts 4/5/2023 12:12 AM
339 n/a 4/4/2023 11:56 PM
340 Lawn bowling 4/4/2023 11:36 PM
341 N/A 4/4/2023 11:34 PM
342 Not sure 4/4/2023 11:31 PM
343 Wildlife habitats 4/4/2023 11:25 PM
344 Events 4/4/2023 10:16 PM
345 Picnic areas 4/4/2023 10:03 PM
346 Open space. 4/4/2023 9:52 PM
347 N/A 4/4/2023 9:50 PM
348 Chances for folks of all ages to have fun outside 4/4/2023 9:50 PM 349 N/A 4/4/2023 9:34 PM

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350 Concerts 4/4/2023 9:34 PM
351 None 4/4/2023 9:30 PM
352 Concerts 4/4/2023 9:30 PM
353 Bathrooms and coin-operated showers in a discrete area. 4/4/2023 9:24 PM 354 Science, Fishing and Conservation fairs 4/4/2023 9:02 PM 355 Pickle Ball 4/4/2023 9:00 PM
356 Any events attended by the taxpaying public and not the derelict criminals. 4/4/2023 8:58 PM 357 None 4/4/2023 8:57 PM
358 Free concerts 4/4/2023 8:50 PM
359 Petting zoo with llamas? 4/4/2023 8:44 PM
360 Music events 4/4/2023 8:40 PM
361 none 4/4/2023 8:21 PM
362 I like open space with sufficient supervision to discourage drug use, threatening behavior, or transient camping.
4/4/2023 8:11 PM
363 ? 4/4/2023 8:01 PM
364 N/A 4/4/2023 8:00 PM
365 N/A 4/4/2023 7:58 PM
366 N/A 4/4/2023 7:55 PM
367 Regional map/ information podeum for ecologically sensitive areas 4/4/2023 7:36 PM 368 Place to do parkour 4/4/2023 7:35 PM
369 Calm and inviting, kid-friendly, greenspace, attract birds, encourage interesting plants. Ocean View Park is successful with a lot of this
4/4/2023 7:32 PM
370 Native plant garden with walking paths, river /water education 4/4/2023 7:13 PM 371 Earth Day Festival 4/4/2023 7:09 PM
372 Natural habitat exploration area managed by the Coastal Watershed group 4/4/2023 7:05 PM 373 Maybe a flea-market in part of the County Building parking lot. 4/4/2023 6:53 PM 374 na 4/4/2023 6:50 PM
375 Community gardens are great spaces to visit. Go to the one by Pelton Ave. They bring beauty and wildness to everyone who walks by.
4/4/2023 6:47 PM
376 Educational area for children, but it has to be safe and free from criminal behavior 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 377 Handicap accessible playground activities. 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 378 A seasonal riverpark like downtown Reno or Bend would be great. 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 379 Earth day, Pride gathering, Fourth of July, large picnic area groups could hold events or families, space for events like the cider tasting or arts and craft fairs, food trucks were cool, 4/4/2023 6:38 PM
380 none 4/4/2023 6:35 PM
381 Best art in Santa Cruz is the large Alan Counihan piece “in the tides of time” at entrance to the santa cruz warf. I vote for Alan Counihan to design something for the san lorenzo river. 4/4/2023 6:28 PM
382 listed in previous sections 4/4/2023 6:24 PM
383 It’s a big park. There room for lots of things. Let’s not forget the wildlife 4/4/2023 6:21 PM 384 Not sure 4/4/2023 6:20 PM

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385 N/a 4/4/2023 6:20 PM
386 River access and interpretive info about the river and its inhabitants. 4/4/2023 6:09 PM 387 Anything will make it better than it is right now 4/4/2023 6:05 PM 388 N/A 4/4/2023 6:04 PM
389 n/a 4/4/2023 5:59 PM
390 I encourage any kind of recreational use of the park. Perhaps it will discourage people from illegal activities. I'm especially interested in maintaining the river banks free of pollution for the fish and birds and other wildlife
4/4/2023 5:54 PM
391 Na 4/4/2023 5:53 PM
392 ?? 4/4/2023 5:51 PM
393 ways to safely fish, or use the river for recreation 4/4/2023 5:44 PM 394 NA 4/4/2023 5:43 PM
395 fishing 4/4/2023 5:42 PM
396 Nature watching and observation 4/4/2023 5:40 PM
397 A 4/4/2023 5:34 PM
398 Can't think of anything else. 4/4/2023 5:34 PM
399 Anything but camping 4/4/2023 5:34 PM
400 N/A 4/4/2023 5:32 PM
401 Happy to encourage any healthy activities 4/4/2023 5:28 PM 402 Na 4/4/2023 5:28 PM
403 Think of something specific that can be done in the park at each time of the day to keep it activated. For example, something to entice County employees to use the park during daytime business hours perhaps a coffee kiosk or lunch stand (similar to the Octagon at Abbott Square), something to entice families to use it during the day on the weekend (unique playground equipment, something special that kids beg their parents to take them to), and something in the evenings to activate the happy hour crowd (food truck Fridays, etc.) 4/4/2023 5:17 PM
404 Galleries 4/4/2023 5:10 PM
405 Occasional craft market 4/4/2023 5:08 PM
406 N/A 4/4/2023 4:52 PM
407 No skateboard area, and build something can make some money to maintain it. Ex Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad & W.E. "Bill" Mason Carousel.
4/4/2023 4:36 PM
408 Frequent patrols to keep it safe. 4/4/2023 4:06 PM
409 n/a 4/4/2023 2:10 PM
410 Can't think of any 4/4/2023 2:02 PM
411 N/A 4/4/2023 12:39 PM
412 n/a 4/4/2023 12:32 PM
413 The city lacks sufficient sports facilities, esp. for youth. Basketball and volleyball would fit well in the park. Space for informal gatherings and should remain. Event space, if included, should be sufficient for performances and other gatherings.
4/4/2023 12:29 PM
414 All covered above 4/4/2023 11:54 AM
415 Ice skating is crazy. Too much energy and not something that belongs anywhere that does not freeze a pond or lake. I'm a basketball player and we have enough courts, London and Neary are under utilized it seems to me. And a beer garden/food court could be in the street near Dakota...trucks could be in street and seating area could be set up adjacent to them. 4/4/2023 10:41 AM

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416 You've listed many wonderful ones 4/4/2023 10:33 AM 417 . 4/4/2023 10:29 AM
418 Farmers market 4/4/2023 10:01 AM
419 n/a 4/4/2023 9:31 AM
420 flood-resistant children's water park feature. 4/4/2023 9:19 AM 421 Tea Room 4/4/2023 9:04 AM
422 live music 4/4/2023 8:59 AM
423 Live music & dancing about twice a month during good weather. A place to run model boats and radio controlled model 4x4 cars. Needs a creative hardscape and a perimeter viewing/observation element like a miniature amphitheater. 4/4/2023 8:18 AM
424 n/a 4/4/2023 8:15 AM
425 None 4/3/2023 10:30 PM
426 that was a pretty complete list! 4/3/2023 10:13 PM
427 N/a 4/3/2023 10:12 PM
428 Not sure. There are a lot of good options. I choose many ideas above. Even if the park was returned to wet land and nature, that would even be nice. The lawn area would be nice for festivals at the right time of year.
4/3/2023 10:08 PM
429 N/a 4/3/2023 9:58 PM
430 Lawn bowling 4/3/2023 8:54 PM
431 Security 4/3/2023 8:32 PM
432 Conservation and history plaques; education on the importance of the river. 4/3/2023 7:32 PM 433 picnic area 4/3/2023 6:31 PM
434 More activities for children 4/3/2023 6:02 PM
435 plays, concerts 4/3/2023 5:59 PM
436 should be limited due to the crowds for pickball 4/3/2023 5:57 PM 437 I think you included all that was thinking about 4/3/2023 5:29 PM 438 I wouldn't mind many of the above like Bocce ball and pickle ball. I just checked my priorities.

I also think we should have a platform on the river for fishing and kayak/ SUP launching. 4/3/2023 4:34 PM
439 movie nights/plays; music festivals - all festivals - art/craft/music/food - definitely gymastic area/or a pool - activities for adults that work in the area. 4/3/2023 4:28 PM
440 Trails & benches through riparian area trees/natural area in benchlands! 4/3/2023 3:55 PM 441 Music 4/3/2023 3:51 PM
442 Bring some nature to santa cruz 4/3/2023 3:44 PM
443 nice grass for picnicing and hanging out, but there is always a lot of goose poop 4/3/2023 3:41 PM 444 N/A 4/2/2023 11:55 PM
445 N/A 4/2/2023 11:10 PM
446 N/A 4/2/2023 9:36 PM
447 its fine as it is 4/2/2023 8:53 PM
448 Na 4/2/2023 7:52 PM
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450 N/A 4/2/2023 7:47 PM
451 Wow! So many ideas above. Love it! 4/2/2023 7:34 PM 452 Safe injection clinic for people suffering from substance use disorder, so they don’t have to use outside and leave needles where they may harm others. 4/2/2023 7:13 PM
453 n/a 4/2/2023 6:47 PM
454 Events that are scheduled 4/2/2023 6:14 PM
455 Not sure 4/2/2023 5:47 PM
456 Art 4/2/2023 5:41 PM
457 N/a 4/2/2023 5:38 PM
458 Can't think of any. 4/2/2023 5:34 PM
459 Na 4/2/2023 5:30 PM
460 Homeless housing 4/2/2023 5:27 PM
461 Birdwatching. 4/2/2023 5:25 PM
462 Police patrols. 4/2/2023 5:14 PM
463 ? 4/2/2023 4:44 PM
464 Tai chi or chi gong; yoga 4/2/2023 4:33 PM
465 Kids play structures. 4/2/2023 3:46 PM
466 N/a 4/2/2023 3:35 PM
467 Snack kiosk 4/2/2023 2:12 PM
468 n/a 4/2/2023 2:10 PM
469 comfortable benches or seats for passive activities such as reading. 4/2/2023 2:07 PM 470 N/A 4/2/2023 12:35 PM
471 N/a 4/2/2023 12:09 PM
472 I think the benchlands have been hit so hard in the last couple of years that it would be nice to step back and let it heal. Native plant planting projects would be a great way to get the community involved. Also would be amazing to get the Amha Mutsun Tribe involved wtih the native plant operations. They already have a nursery and multiple planting projects happening at pie ranch. It would be cool to see them involved in some way. 4/2/2023 9:24 AM
473 This should be an area for outdoor community events like art shows, farmers markets, first Fridays.
4/2/2023 1:14 AM
474 Art and community events 4/1/2023 9:00 AM
475 n/a 3/31/2023 10:03 PM
476 Drones 3/31/2023 8:36 PM
477 Music 3/31/2023 8:34 PM
478 Integrate art into the playground. Make the whole park look interesting through architecture and points of interest.
3/31/2023 7:50 PM
479 Garden paths to walk and use to learn about native plants and animals. 3/31/2023 7:03 PM 480 No homeless 3/31/2023 4:54 PM
481 N/A 3/31/2023 3:36 PM
482 N/A 3/31/2023 3:33 PM
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484 Senior focused activities 3/31/2023 2:40 PM
485 Single picnic tables distributed throughout space. 3/31/2023 2:25 PM 486 n/a 3/31/2023 1:53 PM
487 That's plenty. 3/31/2023 1:38 PM
488 N/A 3/31/2023 12:57 PM
489 More parking and better advertising towards young families. 3/31/2023 12:06 PM 490 No response 3/31/2023 11:54 AM
491 Native plant sales 3/31/2023 10:02 AM
492 I can’t think of any others. 3/31/2023 9:29 AM
493 The pond should be restored into a lot natural small water body or flood control space or stormwater capture area, and used for educational purposes. 3/31/2023 9:20 AM
494 Those were sufficient 3/30/2023 10:13 PM
495 Na 3/30/2023 9:47 PM
496 Probably some community events. 3/30/2023 8:54 PM
497 A social worker or case worker kiosk (I don't think there is one at the trailer anymore is there?) where anyone can come and borrow a board game or art supplies. The function would be to provide fun activities for park goers while also providing a space for people to learn about homelessness, dispel myths, and destigmatize the presence of a transitional camp/sanctuary camp in the park.
3/30/2023 5:25 PM
498 Night events 3/30/2023 2:50 PM
499 You could pave and and provide much needed parking for downtown businesses. 3/30/2023 1:18 PM 500 I want the park to remain mostly the same. The issue for menis that there are so many homeless people and fences that it's mostly unusable right now. 3/30/2023 12:19 PM
501 Nothing comes to mind besides the above. 3/30/2023 12:13 PM 502 N/A 3/30/2023 12:00 PM
503 Small dog area, large dog area and include trails and shaded area. Can host dog training events, walks for charity
3/30/2023 11:14 AM
504 n/a 3/30/2023 10:46 AM
505 I loved the fair each year. Shakespeare in the park was really nice. 3/30/2023 9:54 AM 506 N/A 3/30/2023 9:53 AM
507 N/A 3/30/2023 9:30 AM
508 Na 3/30/2023 9:20 AM
509 na 3/30/2023 8:22 AM
510 better stage for performances, maybe even Shakespeare Santa Cruz could move there 3/30/2023 7:36 AM 511 Events, like gay pride 3/29/2023 10:11 PM
512 educational/ museum station 3/29/2023 8:21 PM
513 NA 3/29/2023 8:04 PM
514 ? 3/29/2023 7:31 PM
515 maybe some interp panels on river, history, etc 3/29/2023 7:01 PM 516 Possibly basketball courts. Mostly activities that bring people out and together 3/29/2023 6:45 PM 517 Doesn’t seem like enough parking for most of these activities. 3/29/2023 5:43 PM

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518 N/A 3/29/2023 5:35 PM
519 Picnic area 3/29/2023 5:23 PM
520 Tables and benches for relaxing and picnics. 3/29/2023 5:09 PM 521 water fountains/bottle refill 3/29/2023 4:21 PM
522 . 3/29/2023 4:13 PM
523 Free association of groups 3/29/2023 4:12 PM
524 a dog park 3/29/2023 3:47 PM
525 Pickleball courts 3/29/2023 3:45 PM
526 A Saturday market like they have in Eugene Oregon. Half food vendors half artist vendors 3/29/2023 3:35 PM 527 playground 3/29/2023 2:59 PM
528 Restrooms 3/29/2023 2:51 PM
529 N/A 3/29/2023 2:42 PM
530 I don’t know 3/29/2023 2:23 PM
531 N/A 3/29/2023 1:51 PM
532 Kids camps 3/29/2023 1:51 PM
533 Love the idea of allowing food trucks and picnic tables for the downtown workers to take lunch break, live music seasonally for free in the day time, maybe "practice" sessions for the symphony, Shakespeare, etc.
3/29/2023 1:50 PM
534 Honestly, anything you can do to activate this space! A GIANT playground! Bring lots of kids and families to this great space!
3/29/2023 1:29 PM
535 Dog park 3/29/2023 12:32 PM
536 n/a 3/29/2023 11:42 AM
537 . 3/29/2023 11:32 AM
538 sports complex 3/29/2023 11:18 AM
539 Guided nature walks, volunteer planting/ nonnative removal/ maintenance 3/29/2023 11:10 AM 540 Square dancing 3/29/2023 10:59 AM
541 encouraging family gathering activities 3/29/2023 10:49 AM 542 More community events. 3/29/2023 10:41 AM
543 Anything to keep vagrants out. 3/29/2023 10:28 AM
544 Good truck events 3/29/2023 10:16 AM
545 Expand for Community Events and Positive Recreation 3/29/2023 9:43 AM 546 I feel a pickleball court would be nice, so I can ride my bike to it. 3/29/2023 9:35 AM 547 Any activities that draw a broad range of ages. People must feel safe to be there. 3/29/2023 9:23 AM 548 I can’t think of any 3/29/2023 9:10 AM
549 N/A 3/29/2023 9:07 AM
550 lawn bowling 3/29/2023 9:02 AM
551 Nothing else 3/29/2023 8:57 AM
552 Na 3/29/2023 8:52 AM
553 lawn darts 3/29/2023 8:45 AM
554 That list covers it. Here's what not to allow, camping, ever again. Got it! 3/29/2023 8:18 AM

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555 N/A 3/29/2023 7:55 AM
556 Your list above captures so many 3/29/2023 7:51 AM
557 farm to table events, food trucks, music 3/29/2023 7:47 AM 558 Hunting? Sorry, had to add something that wasn't there and humor factor :-) 3/29/2023 7:46 AM 559 n/a 3/29/2023 7:30 AM
560 I don't know 3/29/2023 7:10 AM
561 N/A 3/29/2023 7:00 AM
562 Lots of pickleball courts. Concrete ping pong tables. Food trucks. 3/29/2023 6:09 AM 563 par course 3/29/2023 4:53 AM
564 Just pickleball. 3/29/2023 2:37 AM
565 Pickleball courts 3/29/2023 2:26 AM
566 Classes such as tai chi 3/29/2023 2:08 AM
567 NOT drug dealing!!!!! Anything wholesome recreation 3/29/2023 12:48 AM 568 Na 3/28/2023 11:55 PM
569 N/A 3/28/2023 11:00 PM
570 Dog events and rallies 3/28/2023 10:59 PM
571 n/a 3/28/2023 9:54 PM
572 Na 3/28/2023 9:53 PM
573 concerts 3/28/2023 9:12 PM
574 This list above would suffice given it is such small amount of land. 3/28/2023 9:04 PM 575 Pic nics 3/28/2023 8:53 PM
576 Can’t think of any at the moment 3/28/2023 8:52 PM
577 N/a 3/28/2023 8:45 PM
578 Concerts 3/28/2023 8:37 PM
579 clean and updated restrooms. We need some kind of security so the homeless do not go in and abuse the park and restrooms
3/28/2023 8:34 PM
580 drug prevention 3/28/2023 8:29 PM
581 _ 3/28/2023 8:27 PM
582 Educational information about the San Lorenzo water shed. 3/28/2023 8:16 PM 583 A riparian woodland with digitalized information stations, a living museum of riparian flora and fauna
3/28/2023 8:04 PM
584 N/a 3/28/2023 7:54 PM
585 When there aren't special events, it just needs to be a welcoming space for everyone. 3/28/2023 7:52 PM 586 art sellers? 3/28/2023 7:49 PM
587 N/A 3/28/2023 7:48 PM
588 Outdoor theater 3/28/2023 7:31 PM
589 N/A 3/28/2023 7:25 PM
590 Poetry readings in a natural setting 3/28/2023 7:20 PM 591 no ideas 3/28/2023 7:18 PM

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592 I would like to see a restored river path where people like to go for nature therapy. 3/28/2023 7:07 PM 593 N/a 3/28/2023 7:06 PM
594 Disc golf 3/28/2023 7:06 PM
595 Music. 3/28/2023 7:05 PM
596 Festivals 3/28/2023 7:05 PM
597 N/A 3/28/2023 7:00 PM
598 safe place for little kids, like under 10 3/28/2023 6:50 PM 599 .. 3/28/2023 6:33 PM
600 Open to ideas 3/28/2023 6:31 PM
601 N/a 3/28/2023 6:31 PM
602 N/A 3/28/2023 6:29 PM
603 Whistling 3/28/2023 6:11 PM
604 na 3/28/2023 5:58 PM
605 Restrooms and picnic areas 3/28/2023 5:56 PM
606 Parking nearby 3/28/2023 5:54 PM
607 Change out the Bocce court for pickleball courts. There is a very high need for additional pickleball courts that are centrally located with some wind protection. The Bocce area would be ideal.
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608 An indoor pickleball facility or outdoor lighted courts. 3/28/2023 5:43 PM 609 Open space 3/28/2023 5:37 PM
610 Pickleball Courts 3/28/2023 5:31 PM
611 What others indicate 3/28/2023 5:30 PM
612 Spring fair 3/28/2023 5:30 PM
613 All the above 3/28/2023 5:28 PM
614 ? 3/28/2023 5:27 PM
615 N/A 3/28/2023 5:25 PM
616 Picnics 3/28/2023 5:04 PM
617 Like the old days where there were festival and music 3/28/2023 5:04 PM 618 Your list looks good. 3/28/2023 5:01 PM
619 n/a 3/28/2023 4:57 PM
620 Art shows 3/28/2023 4:57 PM
621 Music 3/28/2023 4:55 PM
622 N/a 3/28/2023 4:52 PM
623 N/A 3/28/2023 4:49 PM
624 N/A 3/28/2023 4:49 PM
625 None I can think of. 3/28/2023 4:48 PM
626 Restrooms and picnic area 3/28/2023 4:47 PM
627 BASKETBALL COURT 3/28/2023 4:47 PM
628 It should be a community center as everything downtown turns into apartments. 3/28/2023 4:46 PM

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629 None 3/28/2023 4:45 PM
630 n/a 3/28/2023 4:44 PM
631 dont know 3/28/2023 4:43 PM
632 n/a 3/28/2023 4:42 PM
633 Events 3/28/2023 4:40 PM
634 NA 3/28/2023 4:24 PM
635 Nature walks! 3/28/2023 4:22 PM
636 none that weren't listed above 3/28/2023 4:18 PM
637 Table tennis. Is popular at Garfield Park and being used a lot. 3/28/2023 4:12 PM 638 Playgrounds for kids. 3/28/2023 3:53 PM
639 The traveling circus was incredible! I'd love to see regular pop up like this. 3/28/2023 3:48 PM 640 It would be nice to have coin operated duck and goose food dispensers. Also some assistive technology, like special needs adaptive swing for special needs children. 3/28/2023 3:44 PM
641 None come to mind 3/28/2023 3:13 PM
642 good bathrooms 3/28/2023 3:04 PM
643 ? 3/28/2023 2:58 PM
644 Community events 3/28/2023 2:58 PM
645 Shade for lounging and picnics. 3/28/2023 2:49 PM
646 Ones where vagrants cannot hang out 3/28/2023 2:32 PM 647 The city should spend money on solving homeless problem before it expends more funds on activities. No dog parks, please! We have enough unleashed dogs in the city/county spoiling open spaces and wildlife habitat.
3/28/2023 2:15 PM
648 N/A 3/28/2023 2:11 PM
649 NA 3/28/2023 2:09 PM
650 Drug deals (just kidding) 3/28/2023 1:59 PM
651 n/a 3/28/2023 1:58 PM
652 Definitely pickleball 3/28/2023 1:50 PM
653 n/a 3/28/2023 1:50 PM
654 Roller skating. 3/28/2023 1:35 PM
655 native garden areas for quiet not camp friendly 3/28/2023 1:35 PM 656 Nothing 3/28/2023 1:28 PM
657 n/a 3/28/2023 1:28 PM
658 NA 3/28/2023 1:17 PM
659 None 3/28/2023 1:15 PM
660 out door gym 3/28/2023 1:14 PM
661 N/A 3/28/2023 1:10 PM
662 n/a 3/28/2023 1:08 PM
663 Movie nite 3/28/2023 12:52 PM
664 Education 3/28/2023 12:44 PM
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666 Safety!!!!!!!!! 3/28/2023 12:43 PM
667 n/a 3/28/2023 12:42 PM
668 Food trucks! 3/28/2023 12:41 PM
669 N/A 3/28/2023 12:41 PM
670 listed 3/28/2023 12:38 PM
671 family and community events, outdoor activities 3/28/2023 12:33 PM 672 Walking 3/28/2023 12:30 PM
673 N/a 3/28/2023 12:29 PM
674 Tai chi 3/28/2023 12:29 PM
675 Places where people can gather and enjoy the outdoors. Food/beverage/benches. People should also enjoy walking or jogging through
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676 Farmers Market 3/28/2023 12:24 PM
677 N/a 3/28/2023 12:24 PM
678 n/a 3/28/2023 12:23 PM
679 na 3/28/2023 12:22 PM
680 Don’t know 3/28/2023 12:20 PM
681 No suggestions 3/28/2023 12:13 PM
682 Would nice to have a river walk like San antonio 3/28/2023 12:06 PM 683 low impact cultural activities 3/28/2023 11:51 AM
684 Seasonal music festivals, maybe fairs too. 3/28/2023 11:40 AM 685 N/A 3/28/2023 11:24 AM
686 Safe injection site, seasonal camp for the unhoused 3/28/2023 11:04 AM 687 No dogs allowed please! 3/28/2023 10:53 AM
688 Water play areas like Sacramento and Portland parks have 3/28/2023 10:48 AM 689 N/A 3/28/2023 10:38 AM
690 Wildlife and nature center 3/28/2023 10:19 AM
691 Na 3/28/2023 10:08 AM
692 areas that allow for soothing nature bathing, which promotes human health 3/28/2023 9:54 AM 693 Theater 3/28/2023 9:52 AM
694 Festivals and outdoor concerts 3/28/2023 9:14 AM
695 n/a 3/28/2023 9:06 AM
696 no idea 3/28/2023 9:02 AM
697 Music events, community educational events 3/28/2023 9:00 AM 698 n/a 3/28/2023 8:58 AM
699 n/a 3/28/2023 8:57 AM
700 Weekly concert in the park series. 3/28/2023 8:51 AM 701 Anything that fills the park with positive activities and deters criminal activity. 3/28/2023 8:39 AM 702 Places for courthouse weddings. 3/28/2023 8:29 AM

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703 N/A 3/28/2023 8:19 AM
704 ? 3/28/2023 7:51 AM
705 none 3/28/2023 7:31 AM
706 Not sure 3/28/2023 7:22 AM
707 concerts and events 3/28/2023 12:55 AM
708 Picnic area. Biking trail for kids and jumps. 3/27/2023 11:34 PM 709 concerts 3/27/2023 8:34 PM
710 na 3/27/2023 7:24 PM
711 Soccer fields 3/27/2023 7:10 PM
712 None 3/27/2023 6:27 PM
713 n/a 3/27/2023 5:15 PM
714 School events 3/27/2023 5:14 PM
715 nature and occasional events 3/27/2023 5:13 PM
716 Love the idea of a nice, big, modern inclusive playground. 3/27/2023 5:06 PM 717 N/A 3/27/2023 4:49 PM
718 I listed plenty 3/27/2023 4:48 PM
719 Enforcement of regulations. 3/27/2023 4:32 PM
720 N/A 3/27/2023 4:12 PM
721 Crafts and an area for summer camps to meet in. 3/27/2023 4:06 PM 722 Bike rentals 3/27/2023 3:46 PM
723 Enviromental Center that teaches visitors and locals about the beauty of the San Lorenzo! 3/27/2023 3:25 PM 724 -- 3/27/2023 3:17 PM
725 na 3/27/2023 3:08 PM
726 Group community classes such as art, field trips, concerts, food truck events. 3/27/2023 2:55 PM 727 skateboarding and pickleball 3/27/2023 2:52 PM
728 bike rentals, pedal boats 3/27/2023 2:47 PM
729 Keeping homeless out. Maybe generate a volunteer community-with training- and deputize people to secure the park lands with the backing of actual police if needed. 3/27/2023 2:46 PM
730 Regular patrol, trash pick up and restrooms 3/27/2023 2:34 PM 731 river front beach for enjoying the river 3/27/2023 2:28 PM 732 Rollerskating area. This community does not have many places that are safe for beginner skaters where they are allowed to skate.
3/27/2023 2:24 PM
733 Garden 3/27/2023 2:19 PM
734 n/a 3/27/2023 2:17 PM
735 N/A 3/27/2023 2:10 PM
736 N/A 3/27/2023 1:57 PM
737 None 3/27/2023 1:54 PM
738 Bike parking, bike maintenance stations, educational signs about the river habitat and animals 3/27/2023 1:54 PM 739 It would be nice to have midday music or concerts if noise restrictions allow 3/27/2023 1:47 PM

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740 NO HOMELESS PEOPLE! 3/27/2023 1:45 PM
741 na 3/27/2023 1:44 PM
742 It should be a parking structure for county employees. 3/27/2023 1:43 PM 743 n/a 3/27/2023 1:41 PM
744 encouraging people and nature to interact; education on indigenous peoples uses of the river and surrounding wetland area
3/27/2023 1:39 PM
745 NA 3/27/2023 1:38 PM
746 Water splash pad for hotter months for kids, shade structure, food trucks, movie nights, accessible bathrooms.
3/27/2023 1:37 PM
747 It should be full of many busy things to deter people from grouping and living in the area. 3/27/2023 1:34 PM 748 Senior Center area or just a track for walking and exercise machines/stretching areas on the track
3/27/2023 1:25 PM
749 N/A 3/27/2023 1:25 PM
750 na 3/27/2023 1:21 PM
751 n/a 3/27/2023 1:19 PM
752 N/A 3/27/2023 1:17 PM
753 Music or theater performances 3/27/2023 1:14 PM
754 Before anything can be added to SL Park, safety needs to be addressed. Crime, needles, unhoused make the park feel unsafe. For other in question above: the park would be a great place for outdoor school: ecology, science, PE, civics. 3/27/2023 1:12 PM
755 I have no other ideas than all the ones already mentioned here. 3/27/2023 1:06 PM 756 should be a place where people feel safe to approach the government complex, like almost that the government complex is theirs, that it shows somehow that it serves them. 3/27/2023 1:00 PM
757 consistent real Police patrol, control of lawlessness. 3/27/2023 12:59 PM 758 picnic facilities such as covered picnic table areas 3/27/2023 12:27 PM 759 A lot of social and bonding activities should be the focus of the park. Making it a place where seniors and children and everyone in between can enjoy the park safely without worrying about garbage, biohazards, and scary behaviors.
3/27/2023 12:25 PM
760 none 3/27/2023 12:18 PM
761 Concert venue 3/27/2023 12:16 PM
762 We definitely need food…food trucks…bathrooms…notice I’m not down for playgrounds much….I really don’t think many people with kids will be able to afford to live near downtown… check out playgrounds…not much…skateparks are packed…pickleball too! 3/27/2023 12:12 PM
763 n/a 3/27/2023 12:10 PM
764 NA 3/27/2023 12:08 PM
765 I really like the idea of a basketball court and would like to re-emphasize that. I think many employees of the government building would utilize that along with any other fitness-based activities that could be incorporated.
3/27/2023 12:06 PM
766 I would like to see a park where the kids can play with their friends in safety 3/27/2023 11:53 AM 767 N/A 3/27/2023 11:47 AM
768 Music, cooperative play (frisbee, discgolf, pickleball, Bocce, volleyball, classes/coaching etc.) 3/27/2023 11:47 AM 769 NA 3/27/2023 11:46 AM
770 Not sure. 3/27/2023 11:45 AM

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771 All included sound great. 3/27/2023 11:44 AM
772 Picnic areas that people can use for birthday parties, like in Harvey West 3/27/2023 11:39 AM 773 You covered a lot already. 3/27/2023 11:34 AM
774 Nature preserve. 3/27/2023 11:32 AM
775 none 3/27/2023 11:28 AM
776 I believe the area is too small to have many of the above activities. I am concerned that too many options will make the park too busy to enjoy.
3/27/2023 11:24 AM
777 n 3/27/2023 11:23 AM
778 Premier playground. Asphalt pump track would be great for biking and skateboards/scooters/roller blades.
3/27/2023 11:23 AM
779 NA 3/27/2023 11:22 AM
780 none 3/27/2023 11:21 AM
781 Non-invasive outdoor activities. 3/27/2023 11:21 AM 782 Riverside viewing/fishing/kayak or canoe dock (must portage, no car access) 3/27/2023 11:21 AM 783 it needs to be a safe place 3/27/2023 11:17 AM
784 n/a 3/27/2023 11:16 AM
785 N/A 3/27/2023 11:13 AM
786 Any of those would be great 3/27/2023 11:13 AM
787 You have a good list to choose from already. But maybe bird watching programs. 3/27/2023 11:11 AM 788 Safety 3/27/2023 11:11 AM
789 See above 3/27/2023 11:10 AM
790 picnic area 3/27/2023 11:07 AM
791 Let this survey drive the proposed park elements. 3/27/2023 11:07 AM 792 N/A 3/27/2023 11:06 AM
793 outdoor activities 3/27/2023 11:04 AM
794 I love the idea of food trucks and beer garden. That plus a sculpture garden would be ideal 3/27/2023 11:03 AM 795 keep it clean and safe for healthy activity and community gatherings 3/27/2023 11:03 AM 796 n/a 3/27/2023 11:03 AM
797 Mountain bike jumps 3/27/2023 11:02 AM
798 The sky's the limit I guess 3/27/2023 11:02 AM
799 Anything that would bring residents of the community to the park and enjoy the space with healthful, recreational activities would be wonderful.
3/27/2023 11:02 AM
800 They all sound fun. 3/27/2023 11:01 AM
801 Pretty much anything EXCEPT off-leash dog park. PLEASE NO OFF LEASH DOGS. 3/27/2023 10:59 AM 802 art installations 3/27/2023 10:57 AM
803 Peaceful, mediation. Nothing that would attract sheltering. 3/27/2023 10:57 AM 804 None. 3/27/2023 10:57 AM
805 NA 3/27/2023 10:56 AM
806 Plays in the Summer and music (maybe a stage like other cities have) 3/27/2023 10:56 AM 807 N/a 3/27/2023 10:55 AM

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808 n/a 3/27/2023 10:53 AM
809 NA 3/27/2023 10:53 AM
810 Walking 3/27/2023 10:52 AM
811 It would be cool to have food trucks during the week. 3/27/2023 10:51 AM 812 I am open to anything as long as there is ample security to keep it SAFE and free of used needles and cracked out people making it an unsafe space. 3/27/2023 10:51 AM
813 Anything dog friendly is my family's preference. 3/27/2023 10:50 AM 814 Safe for families 3/27/2023 10:50 AM
815 Disc golf putting green. 3/27/2023 10:49 AM
816 Not sure, good list above. 3/27/2023 10:48 AM
817 Space for unhoused people. 3/27/2023 10:48 AM
818 Facilities and amenities will be limited to those that discourage unhoused people from staying all day and overnight camping.
3/27/2023 10:47 AM
819 ? 3/27/2023 10:46 AM
820 Activities are not the problem. Safety is the problem. 3/27/2023 10:46 AM 821 Not sure 3/27/2023 10:46 AM
822 n/a 3/27/2023 10:45 AM
823 music and art 3/27/2023 10:44 AM
824 n/a 3/27/2023 10:44 AM
825 N/A 3/27/2023 10:43 AM
826 NA 3/27/2023 10:43 AM
827 Archery 3/27/2023 10:41 AM
828 Unknown 3/27/2023 10:41 AM
829 Larger seating area for kids to have Birthday parties and family gatherings. 3/27/2023 10:41 AM 830 N/a 3/27/2023 10:40 AM
831 I think the list covers it for me. 3/27/2023 10:40 AM 832 family friendly festivals 3/27/2023 10:40 AM
833 Flexible, mult-use built environment that is well integrated into, and adjacent to, the natural environment.
3/27/2023 10:40 AM
834 Festivals/farmers market 3/27/2023 10:39 AM
835 festivals 3/27/2023 10:38 AM
836 That was a great list! Can we really add ziplining??? That sounds fun. 3/27/2023 10:38 AM 837 Just a safe place to enjoy nature would be great 3/27/2023 10:38 AM 838 Keep it simple 3/27/2023 10:38 AM
839 N/A 3/27/2023 10:37 AM
840 educational activities. 3/27/2023 10:37 AM
841 Outdoor events 3/27/2023 10:36 AM
842 above 3/27/2023 10:36 AM
843 The list above was quite broad! Ferris wheel?! 3/27/2023 10:36 AM

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844 relaxing 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
845 N/A 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
846 Dog park 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
847 Whatever it is, it should be well lit and well maintained. 3/27/2023 10:35 AM 848 Keep it simple please. Just a nice CLEAN place to be and enjoy nature. I don't want to look up and have my view blocked by 10 story structures, nor does there need to be any type of structures added to the park other than a restroom.
3/27/2023 10:35 AM
849 more programmed uses to reinforce positive activity - more lights in general along the bike path(all of it)
3/27/2023 10:35 AM
850 The children's playground, duck pond, dog park, and bocci grounds along with annual events are great activities.
3/27/2023 10:34 AM
851 Bird watching, walking tours (natural history, etc.) 3/27/2023 10:34 AM 852 Nothing else I can think of. 3/27/2023 10:33 AM
853 Small live music. Maybe during lunchour. Find a way to engage the large population of 701 Ocean and get them out of their offices and into the fresh air. 3/27/2023 10:33 AM
854 Off leash Dog park 3/27/2023 10:32 AM
855 ?? 3/27/2023 10:32 AM
856 a place for school children to visit to learn about habitat conservation 3/27/2023 10:32 AM 857 non homeless ones 3/27/2023 10:31 AM
858 Badmitton 3/27/2023 10:31 AM
859 Lots of great ideas above. Keep off leash dogs in fenced areas. 3/27/2023 10:30 AM 860 Law enforcement presence. 3/27/2023 10:30 AM
861 interaction between the park and the stores and or boardwalk 3/27/2023 10:30 AM 862 concerts 3/27/2023 10:29 AM
863 n/a 3/27/2023 10:29 AM
864 Horse shoe toss or corn cobb toss 3/27/2023 10:29 AM 865 N/A 3/27/2023 10:29 AM
866 na 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
867 N/A 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
868 Anything that brings families out to enjoy the park. 3/27/2023 10:28 AM 869 The above selected would be amazing! 3/27/2023 10:28 AM 870 I mean I think that about covers it 3/27/2023 10:28 AM 871 :) 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
872 n/a 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
873 Chess tables. 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
874 N/A 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
875 Nothing. It just needs to be restored to what it was before the encampment. 3/27/2023 10:27 AM 876 n/a 3/27/2023 10:26 AM
877 N/A 3/27/2023 10:25 AM
878 I would like to see a children's train return, like when we had one at Harvey West Park! Or, something else, but not a carousel/ ferris wheel.
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879 n/a, really like the ferris wheel, community gathering options though 3/27/2023 10:14 AM 880 The list was pretty complete 3/27/2023 10:13 AM
881 thats about it 3/27/2023 10:13 AM
882 vdfvdf 3/27/2023 10:12 AM
883 It needs to go back to being a safe community park with events and a place for families to go and play, walk your dog and be safe for employees to take walks and eat their lunch. 3/27/2023 10:10 AM
884 Anything but homeless drug use. 3/27/2023 10:09 AM
885 Community Center 3/27/2023 10:07 AM
886 Events should be daytime events for locals. Not huge bands that draw people from out of the area that do not respect the area.
3/27/2023 10:07 AM
887 I want a bigger, nicer pond/fountain feature. 3/27/2023 10:07 AM 888 small playground for ages 0-3 3/27/2023 10:04 AM
889 Recreational walking, places to socialize. 3/27/2023 10:04 AM 890 Family and educational activities 3/27/2023 10:03 AM 891 casting, fishing 3/27/2023 10:03 AM
892 music, food, art/craft shows, fundraisers, community space. 3/27/2023 10:00 AM 893 The above list was pretty thorough. No other activities come to mind. 3/27/2023 9:56 AM 894 NA 3/27/2023 9:56 AM
895 Keep "lawn bowls" (different than "bocci"). 3/27/2023 9:54 AM 896 Lawn Bowling 3/27/2023 9:52 AM
897 Festivals, art pop-ups, theatre performances, church services. 3/27/2023 9:52 AM 898 Small soccer pitches (4-a side games). The soccer community will use it and occupy the space with good vibes.
3/27/2023 9:52 AM
899 Jump pad! 3/27/2023 9:50 AM
900 Idk 3/27/2023 9:49 AM
901 Birdwatching 3/27/2023 9:48 AM
902 N/A 3/27/2023 9:47 AM
903 A lot of police presence 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
904 NA 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
905 no answer 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
906 n/a 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
907 Events, Food trucks, Music, wine tasting 3/27/2023 9:45 AM 908 If there is a dog park, that area should be restricted away from families without dogs. 3/27/2023 9:44 AM 909 dog park 3/27/2023 9:44 AM
910 Sports programs for the public. 3/27/2023 9:42 AM
911 Group activities. 3/27/2023 9:38 AM
912 Any that promote community and healthy living. 3/27/2023 9:37 AM 913 bird watching 3/27/2023 9:36 AM
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915 Off leash dogs in fenced area only 3/27/2023 9:34 AM 916 i dont know 3/27/2023 9:25 AM
917 A food area, similar to the food stand that is located in light house field. 3/27/2023 9:24 AM 918 that about covers it 3/27/2023 9:23 AM
919 food/drink events, music events, art fairs 3/27/2023 9:21 AM 920 Playground, community picnic area, garden and better fencing around the area 3/27/2023 9:14 AM 921 na 3/27/2023 9:13 AM
922 n/a 3/27/2023 9:11 AM
923 N/A 3/27/2023 9:08 AM
924 n/a 3/27/2023 9:08 AM
925 n/a 3/27/2023 9:07 AM
926 Part of the park should be converted for parking for the locals to engage in the park activities and for employees in the area.
3/27/2023 9:07 AM
927 N/A 3/27/2023 8:48 AM
928 Playing fields for soccer, and similar sports 3/27/2023 8:42 AM 929 Civic events should come back. 3/27/2023 8:27 AM
930 I would prioritize activities that draw families, e.g. playground (consider one for older kids and one for younger kids), bathrooms, pump track, etc.
3/26/2023 9:40 PM
931 Live music 3/26/2023 7:56 PM
932 Obviously ALL of the above selected can't work. I'd vote against a skate park: too noisy, and their is one just a half a mile away downstream. I'd also vote against a dogs off leash park.

Again, there is one a bit downstream though it's pretty small. My preference would be to keep the ampitheater and enhance it. While keeping the duck pond. Bocce ball / horse shoes might be fun! Keep the playground.
3/26/2023 5:01 PM
933 commented in previous and following answers. 3/26/2023 4:57 PM 934 Farmers market. 3/26/2023 1:20 PM
935 Patrolling. Actual enforcement of rules. NOT camping. 3/26/2023 8:05 AM 936 Kid friendly areas 3/26/2023 7:42 AM
937 Tiny eco friendly Dyson-designed homes that are self heating and cooling and allow homeless a transitional space to become upwardly mobile, to achieve greater levels of food security and success
3/25/2023 9:46 PM
938 Learning garden honoring native people 3/25/2023 9:26 PM 939 n/a 3/25/2023 6:56 PM
940 No dog park!! No pump track! Maybe food truck events but no permanent cafe where people will leave trash lying around. Balance lighting for safety without excessively bright lights that would disturb birds, etc.
3/25/2023 6:13 PM
941 Non-group picnic tables and seats. 3/25/2023 5:12 PM 942 Area for concerts. Music in the Park 3/25/2023 5:02 PM 943 none 3/25/2023 11:40 AM
944 n/a 3/25/2023 9:45 AM
945 River access for kayaking and wading 3/25/2023 9:13 AM 946 sitting by the river's edge, walking along it, throwing a pebble in.... 3/25/2023 8:55 AM

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947 Love the idea of pickle ball courts 3/25/2023 7:06 AM 948 Encourage and permit for profit classes. For example, exercise, yoga, meditation, painting classes…
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949 Minimal activities. Nature retreat. 3/24/2023 10:48 PM 950 Community services 3/24/2023 10:43 PM
951 concerts 3/24/2023 9:43 PM
952 We should maximize plantings of native trees, shrubs and grasses and have birding and nature study walks led by volunteers or rangers.
3/24/2023 8:54 PM
953 Bike trail connecting to levee should remain. Food truck area can double as event space instead of using benchlands.
3/24/2023 8:38 PM
954 Na 3/24/2023 8:22 PM
955 N/a 3/24/2023 8:17 PM
956 N/A 3/24/2023 8:08 PM
957 Maybe a pickleball court at the far end of the children's playground. 3/24/2023 7:37 PM 958 Puppy theater for the kids. 3/24/2023 7:20 PM
959 childrens accessible park 3/24/2023 6:59 PM
960 Relaxing 3/24/2023 6:49 PM
961 I suggest the dog area so that people don’t let their dogs run all over the park. It would be nice to keep it as “natural” as possible. Less structures, preserve trees 3/24/2023 6:20 PM
962 N/a 3/24/2023 6:05 PM
963 n/a 3/24/2023 6:02 PM
964 NA 3/24/2023 5:47 PM
965 popup food truck parking or other food vendor 3/24/2023 4:19 PM 966 N/A 3/24/2023 3:49 PM
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Incorporate
art, history...

Make it more
exciting tha...

Include large
bridges,...

Other
None of the
above

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
ADA and design principles to ensure kids of all ages and abilities can interact and play.

Natural features, such as rocks and logs to climb.

Incorporate art, history, or the environment into the design theme.

Make it more exciting than other playgrounds.

Include large bridges, towers, slides, small ziplines, climbing features, swings, etc.

Other
None of the above

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14.27% 138

16.75% 162

67.53% 653

1.45% 14
Q16 What overall experience do you think should be at the park? Answered: 967 Skipped: 733
Total Respondents: 967

14.27%

16.75%

67.53%

1.45%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Active:
activities s...

More passive:
activities s...

A combination
of both acti...

Other

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Active: activities such as a playground, events, sports facilities More passive: activities such as picnic, nature trails, bird watching A combination of both active and passive experiences
Other

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93.07% 900

6.93% 67
Q17 Would you attend events at the park if there were events of interest? Answered: 967 Skipped: 733
Total Respondents: 967

93.07%

6.93%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Yes
No

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Yes
No

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55.02% 532

44.98% 435
Q18 Would you use the park more if there were food and beverages sold in the park?
Answered: 967 Skipped: 733
Total Respondents: 967

55.02%

44.98%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Yes
No

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Yes
No

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69.18% 669

30.82% 298
Q19 Should the park host large events?
Answered: 967 Skipped: 733
Total Respondents: 967

69.18%

30.82%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Yes
No

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Yes
No

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50.41% 487

38.82% 375

10.77% 104
Q20 How do you feel about the pond?
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Total Respondents: 966

50.41%

38.82%

10.77%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Love it. Keep
it.

It's okay but
could be...

It needs to
go.

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Love it. Keep it.

It's okay but could be replaced with another feature if necessary.

It needs to go.

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7.45% 72

92.55% 894
Q21 Do you use the lawn bowling facility?
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Total Respondents: 966

7.45%

92.55%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Yes
No

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Yes
No

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Q22 Why do you or don't you use the lawn bowling facility? Answered: 966 Skipped: 734
# RESPONSES DATE
1 Hasn't been friendly down there in the past. More things to do around there would help to get there. Benches around to watch...activities to learn more. 4/12/2023 2:07 PM
2 didn't even know it existed. but not so much my interest in any case. 4/12/2023 8:40 AM 3 Too many homeless 4/11/2023 9:33 PM
4 Not interested 4/11/2023 9:05 PM
5 Not really interested in playing that game. 4/11/2023 8:27 PM 6 I've never lawn bowled but I love bocce ball! 4/11/2023 5:55 PM 7 no time 4/11/2023 4:44 PM
8 Not my thing. I do not mind it for those that use it though. 4/11/2023 2:04 PM 9 It is fun. I don't use it often. 4/11/2023 1:02 PM
10 It's fun and not many areas have a dedicated space for it 4/11/2023 10:23 AM 11 Didn't know it was there. 4/11/2023 9:04 AM
12 Not interested 4/11/2023 7:49 AM
13 I did not know it was there. 4/10/2023 11:27 PM
14 I didn’t know! I don’t know how to play. Can i rent equipment or is it provided? 4/10/2023 10:04 PM 15 Na 4/10/2023 8:58 PM
16 Just never lawn bowled 4/10/2023 7:49 PM
17 i don't lawn bowl. 4/10/2023 7:08 PM
18 never played, don't know anyone that does 4/10/2023 4:44 PM 19 N/A 4/10/2023 4:43 PM
20 I have never played that sport, nor am I likely too. But I dig that it is there as a cultural feature. 4/10/2023 4:38 PM 21 No reason. 4/10/2023 4:30 PM
22 I don't lawn bowl 4/10/2023 4:30 PM
23 It's not an activity I do. 4/10/2023 4:23 PM
24 n/a 4/10/2023 4:02 PM
25 I do not use it 4/10/2023 3:51 PM
26 Bums and no equipment or knowledge 4/10/2023 3:46 PM 27 The grass and space is needed for a quiet, natural sanctuary. This is even more important to have as you intensify low income housing in the area. These homes need access to nature as there is often not downtime, family-friendly transportation, or means to access other parks in the city.
4/10/2023 2:43 PM
28 Not interested. 4/10/2023 1:32 PM
29 it always seemed off-limits; I never knew the rules or had any gear 4/10/2023 1:31 PM 30 I don’t lawn bowl 4/10/2023 1:22 PM

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31 I don't lawn bowl 4/10/2023 1:17 PM
32 I don't own and lawn bowling equipment. 4/10/2023 1:08 PM 33 at 69 its nice to have that option 4/10/2023 12:56 PM 34 These questions are so silly. That park was overrun by homeless and drugs and crime.

NOBODY WENT TO THAT PARK BECAUSE OF THIS!
4/10/2023 12:34 PM
35 outdated. Pickle ball is taking over the world...people would pack it out... the county building all the business people downtown, and on the weekends.... every pickle ball court is packed in SC right now and likely for years to come... I never see any lawn bowlers out there.... doesn't mean they don't exist... just maybe limited players
4/10/2023 12:18 PM
36 don't play much bocci 4/10/2023 11:20 AM
37 didn't know it was there 4/10/2023 11:12 AM
38 It has a gate, I don't know how to get in, I don't know how to play that game, I don't have access to the tools/equipment
4/10/2023 10:59 AM
39 For seniors 4/10/2023 10:56 AM
40 It's not an activity that interests me. 4/10/2023 9:15 AM 41 It's something I've not had the opportunity to learn, but I could see myself trying it in the future and appreciate that it exists as a community resource
4/10/2023 8:17 AM
42 Not safe area 4/10/2023 6:06 AM
43 JUst not my thing, but I know it's developed a very devoted community ... at least in the past. 4/10/2023 1:30 AM 44 I do not personally use the facility because I don't play the sport, but have many friends who do and really depend on it for exercise and social connection. Vandalism and theft are big problems there.
4/10/2023 12:14 AM
45 It seems exclusionary to wall off so much public space for such a limited facility, especially since the turf itself doesn't seem high quality. There are plenty of other wide open lawns in the city that could be used instead
4/9/2023 11:48 PM
46 It is not my style and I think it is a cool feature to have in the park. It is fun to watch. 4/9/2023 8:35 PM 47 Not sure how to play but could it be used for bocci ball? 4/9/2023 7:50 PM 48 don't lawn bowl. 4/9/2023 7:17 PM
49 I didn’t know it was there. 4/9/2023 6:51 PM
50 Don’t know how 4/9/2023 6:34 PM
51 Our family isn't as interested in lawn bowling 4/9/2023 3:40 PM 52 Not sure what lawn bowling is, how to play, how to get involved, if it’s even something of interest. But pickleball? Sign me up!
4/9/2023 3:15 PM
53 Don’t know how 4/9/2023 2:08 PM
54 Not a lawn bowler. 4/9/2023 1:50 PM
55 I think you have to be a member of the lawn bowling group to use it 4/9/2023 12:33 PM 56 N/A 4/9/2023 12:30 PM
57 N/A 4/9/2023 11:58 AM
58 Don't play 4/9/2023 10:35 AM
59 Because I never go to this park because it feels unsafe due to the encampments and lack of police/security. If it felt safe I'd go to the park.
4/9/2023 10:14 AM
60 The whole park is too sketchy. If I felt safer in the area I would love to use it 4/9/2023 9:44 AM 61 I don't lawn bowl 4/9/2023 9:18 AM

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62 Good use of space 4/9/2023 8:42 AM
63 na 4/9/2023 8:37 AM
64 Not my interest 4/9/2023 8:37 AM
65 No interest 4/9/2023 8:30 AM
66 I do not enjoy lawn bowling. It is too exclusive 4/9/2023 8:28 AM 67 Na 4/9/2023 1:21 AM
68 I have no interest in lawn bowling. 4/9/2023 12:02 AM 69 Didn’t know this was a thing 4/8/2023 10:15 PM
70 Na 4/8/2023 9:23 PM
71 I enjoy lawn bowling. 4/8/2023 8:37 PM
72 Not interested in the sport 4/8/2023 8:18 PM
73 Not priority above hiking, biking, swimming, birding 4/8/2023 7:31 PM 74 It is fun. 4/8/2023 7:21 PM
75 not interested 4/8/2023 6:32 PM
76 N/A 4/8/2023 6:30 PM
77 I didn’t know it was there 4/8/2023 6:03 PM
78 Not interested 4/8/2023 5:39 PM
79 I don’t lawn bowl 4/8/2023 5:21 PM
80 I am not a lawn bowler. 4/8/2023 4:05 PM
81 Didn’t know 4/8/2023 3:48 PM
82 Don’t use the park. Too funky 4/8/2023 3:17 PM
83 Not interested 4/8/2023 2:56 PM
84 Don't know how 4/8/2023 2:55 PM
85 I don’t play those activities. Maybe I should try it though? Is there a education that could feature what’s there?
4/8/2023 2:48 PM
86 Isn't it behind a fence? I'd use it is I was picnicing or hanging out there already 4/8/2023 12:16 PM 87 Didn’t know it was there 4/8/2023 11:04 AM
88 Nobody uses it. Not my sport 4/8/2023 10:23 AM
89 Not a lawn bowler, but I like that the facility is there. 4/8/2023 10:07 AM 90 No interest 4/8/2023 10:02 AM
91 N/A 4/8/2023 9:32 AM
92 I used to love the area but no longer feel comfortable with the area due to drug use in the area 4/8/2023 9:12 AM 93 I don’t lawn bowl 4/8/2023 9:11 AM
94 Don’t feel safe there now 4/8/2023 9:01 AM
95 Didnt know it was there and likely not currently accessible 4/8/2023 8:29 AM 96 Not a lawn bowler 4/8/2023 8:00 AM
97 I don’t lawn bowl but i would use Bocce courts 4/8/2023 7:48 AM 98 No interest 4/8/2023 7:19 AM
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100 I don’t know how to play 4/8/2023 1:32 AM
101 Don't bowl 4/7/2023 11:06 PM
102 Homeless people there have been aggressive at times. We don’t even go to the park anymore. 4/7/2023 10:52 PM 103 Not interested in the sport. 4/7/2023 10:34 PM
104 Not my bag, baby. But lots of people like it. 4/7/2023 9:34 PM 105 N/a 4/7/2023 9:32 PM
106 I actually didn't know it was there. 4/7/2023 9:23 PM 107 I don’t do anything in the park it is gross and unsafe. If you could clean up the park and make it safe again I would walk through it and may attend events. The last event I went to I left because it smelled strongly of urine-even right next to the food trucks and I thought I was going to be sick. We didn’t buy any food and left.
4/7/2023 8:43 PM
108 No access 4/7/2023 8:42 PM
109 Don’t lawn bowl 4/7/2023 8:19 PM
110 Homeless 4/7/2023 8:05 PM
111 Not interested in using 4/7/2023 7:29 PM
112 I like that is there and watch people use it but I don't 4/7/2023 6:46 PM 113 Safety concerns 4/7/2023 6:31 PM
114 I thought it was private and you needed to belong to a club or something. 4/7/2023 6:01 PM 115 ok 4/7/2023 5:24 PM
116 Unsure how to get access/ reserve time? 4/7/2023 5:18 PM 117 I don't lawn bowl 4/7/2023 5:12 PM
118 I didn't know that's what it was. 4/7/2023 5:07 PM
119 It's low impact exercise and many seniors need that. Also it is very civilized and not a yelling/rowdy sport. Good for socializing.
4/7/2023 4:39 PM
120 Keep the dragon slide 4/7/2023 4:28 PM
121 I have never played lawn bowling 4/7/2023 4:14 PM
122 Lawn bowling is a fun way to get outside and enjoy the day 4/7/2023 3:45 PM 123 Not inviting 4/7/2023 3:41 PM
124 Navigating the drugged out psychotics is too difficult. 4/7/2023 3:35 PM 125 not interested in lawn bowling but supportive of others who are 4/7/2023 3:29 PM 126 Not interested, plus the park is overrun by nasties. 4/7/2023 3:27 PM 127 Transients...Lack of Law enforcement 4/7/2023 3:25 PM 128 Didn't know it was there. 4/7/2023 3:22 PM
129 N/A 4/7/2023 3:21 PM
130 n/a 4/7/2023 3:20 PM
131 why? 4/7/2023 3:18 PM
132 Not for my age group 4/7/2023 3:08 PM
133 Not my thing. 4/7/2023 3:06 PM
134 I don't lawn bowl 4/7/2023 3:03 PM
135 Personally don't lawn bowl due to disability, but it should be available for others. 4/7/2023 3:02 PM

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136 Not of interest to me personally & takes up precious space that could be used for better activities.
4/7/2023 2:57 PM
137 Lawn bowling does not interest me. 4/7/2023 2:51 PM 138 Prefer to watch 4/7/2023 2:48 PM
139 Do not know how to lawn bowl 4/7/2023 2:40 PM
140 N/a 4/7/2023 2:31 PM
141 N/a 4/7/2023 2:30 PM
142 It's a fun activity. 4/7/2023 2:29 PM
143 Don’t feel safe 4/7/2023 2:26 PM
144 Not my type of activity 4/7/2023 2:25 PM
145 Never tried lawn bowling before 4/7/2023 2:25 PM
146 The park’s not safe or clean 4/7/2023 2:23 PM
147 not my thing 4/7/2023 2:16 PM
148 anything that brings good people enjoying themselves....other than junkies and their kind 4/7/2023 2:09 PM 149 Not interested 4/7/2023 2:09 PM
150 I don’t bowl 4/7/2023 2:07 PM
151 I’m more of a Bocce ball type person 4/7/2023 2:05 PM 152 Don’t use, but like to spectate 4/7/2023 2:02 PM
153 Didn’t know 4/7/2023 2:01 PM
154 I haven’t played 4/7/2023 1:52 PM
155 i dont bowl. 4/7/2023 1:41 PM
156 Don’t lawn bowl 4/7/2023 1:38 PM
157 Homeless 4/7/2023 1:25 PM
158 It not a safe enviroment. 4/7/2023 1:25 PM
159 I don't do lawn bowling. But if I did, I would avoid SLP and the bowling facility because of unstable homeless people at the park.
4/7/2023 1:10 PM
160 I didn't even know there was a special place for that (not actually sure what lawn bowling is). 4/7/2023 1:02 PM 161 Not interested. 4/7/2023 12:54 PM
162 FUn to watch but not interested in playing 4/7/2023 12:53 PM 163 How does lawn bowling work? Do I need to bring my own equipment or is it available at the facility? Do I rent out the facility in advance? Is it even fun? I don't know enough about it. 4/7/2023 11:41 AM
164 don't lawn bowl 4/7/2023 10:59 AM
165 because it is not my sport. 4/7/2023 10:41 AM
166 don't play 4/7/2023 10:23 AM
167 not interested, fine for others to play 4/7/2023 9:18 AM 168 Hate bowling 4/7/2023 9:15 AM
169 Never tried it 4/7/2023 8:24 AM
170 I don’t do long bowling 4/7/2023 8:08 AM
171 I don’t lawn bowl. It’s a lot of area in the park for an activity that a select few enjoy 4/7/2023 7:40 AM

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172 Not interested 4/7/2023 7:38 AM
173 N/a 4/7/2023 6:57 AM
174 n/a 4/7/2023 6:23 AM
175 Na 4/7/2023 6:19 AM
176 I avoid the park because of the vagrants! 4/7/2023 4:07 AM 177 because I have stopped all together visiting the park, too many sketchy, intoxicated people 4/7/2023 1:34 AM 178 Our work group had team building events there several times. Bowling was super fun. I don't know if people use it as much because it is difficult to connect with people to access it. 4/6/2023 11:44 PM
179 I’ve never played lawn bowling, but I think it’s a good use, if it’s being used. I recall seeing a lot of senior citizens use it. Bocce ball or pickle ball would be good too 4/6/2023 11:38 PM
180 Na 4/6/2023 11:01 PM
181 no interest 4/6/2023 10:40 PM
182 Not my thing 4/6/2023 10:13 PM
183 Not my interest 4/6/2023 9:58 PM
184 not my thing 4/6/2023 9:57 PM
185 I have no interest in lawn bowling 4/6/2023 9:20 PM 186 At present it is too dangerous to enter and exit without trouble looming. No place to safely leave a bicycle and too far to walk from my house on the Eastside. The classes are usually full despite my intention to join this before covid began. 4/6/2023 9:16 PM
187 Crime and drug use prevent me from using the park. 4/6/2023 9:09 PM 188 Don’t use it but love to watch it 4/6/2023 8:56 PM
189 Didn’t know it was there 4/6/2023 8:44 PM
190 Not a fan 4/6/2023 8:38 PM
191 I don't know anything about lawn bowling so I hadn't thought about it 4/6/2023 8:37 PM 192 We don't need it. It is not a feature that kids and families use. Lose it. 4/6/2023 7:10 PM 193 Don’t engage in the activity 4/6/2023 6:58 PM
194 Not an interest, but if it's popular it should remain for those who use it. 4/6/2023 6:31 PM 195 I just haven't used yet-- I'd like to . When I wanted to get involved with the club, it was as tent city was taking over and I did not want to be around it then. 4/6/2023 6:12 PM
196 I hate it 4/6/2023 6:09 PM
197 I don’t have an interest in lawn bowling. 4/6/2023 5:55 PM 198 Didn't know it was there 4/6/2023 5:50 PM
199 not interested in that sport, but if some friends who were invited me, I'd probably try it. 4/6/2023 5:47 PM 200 I don't lawn bowl, nor do most people. I would play soccer on it if I was allowed. 4/6/2023 5:47 PM 201 NA 4/6/2023 5:32 PM
202 Mainly because the park has been unsafe to go there 4/6/2023 5:08 PM 203 I don't lawn bowl. 4/6/2023 5:00 PM
204 I don't have the time. Retirement can fill one's schedule! 4/6/2023 4:58 PM 205 I might use it if pétanque (French ball game) could be played there 4/6/2023 4:58 PM 206 Just haven’t tried it yet 4/6/2023 4:44 PM

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207 I didn’t know it existed, and I don’t play lawn bowling, or fully know what it is (aside from maybe the obvious).
4/6/2023 4:40 PM
208 Didn't know it existed but also- not interested 4/6/2023 3:49 PM 209 Not my sport 4/6/2023 3:35 PM
210 Social anxiety. But I enjoy bocce, and was planning to screw up the courage to try the lawn bowling before Covid closed everything down.
4/6/2023 3:31 PM
211 Not interested 4/6/2023 3:25 PM
212 Always looked interesting, but the facility seemed to have limited access and no equipment available
4/6/2023 3:20 PM
213 I do not know how to play, but i would love to learn 4/6/2023 3:02 PM 214 i don't lawn bowl 4/6/2023 2:51 PM
215 I don't lawn bowl - YET 4/6/2023 2:51 PM
216 I have never had an interest in “lawn bowling,” whatever that is. 4/6/2023 2:51 PM 217 Not interested 4/6/2023 2:37 PM
218 Nine 4/6/2023 2:36 PM
219 it’s only popular with retirees. 4/6/2023 2:23 PM
220 Just hasn’t been my thing 4/6/2023 2:11 PM
221 I didn't know it exists 4/6/2023 2:07 PM
222 I dont lawn bowl 4/6/2023 1:51 PM
223 I do not go there because it has become overrun by drugs and homeless people. People should have the right to sleep outside, but you have let it get out of control. Nobody should be in that park right now until it gets cleaned up especially children. 4/6/2023 1:45 PM
224 Not interested in lawn bowling. 4/6/2023 1:43 PM
225 no interest in lawn bowling 4/6/2023 1:37 PM
226 Because it's always locked up 4/6/2023 1:35 PM
227 No 4/6/2023 1:34 PM
228 Willing to try 4/6/2023 1:10 PM
229 I don't lawn bowl. Sounds fun though. 4/6/2023 1:06 PM 230 Never had an interest 4/6/2023 12:08 PM
231 Not interested 4/6/2023 11:59 AM
232 I have tried it but it's not something I'd want to do again. 4/6/2023 11:49 AM 233 I don't know how to lawn bowl. Bocci, yes. I know there used to be many lawn bowlers........I hope there are still.
4/6/2023 11:40 AM
234 Unaware of it 4/6/2023 11:23 AM
235 Not a personal interest. I'm indifferent to it 4/6/2023 11:19 AM 236 It's not an activity I've ever participated in. 4/6/2023 11:11 AM 237 Not interested 4/6/2023 11:11 AM
238 I don’t understand the game 4/6/2023 10:41 AM
239 I am not interested in any kind of sporting events in the park (with the exception of ice skating, but that's more of an activity than a sport). It should be focused around nature cons ervation with art, music, and cultural events.
4/6/2023 10:36 AM
240 Did not know it was there. I only ride through the park. It does not feel safe to stop and get off 4/6/2023 10:32 AM

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my bike there. I once had a guy swing a golf club at me as I was riding my bike on the bike path.
241 Just not in the lawn bowling 4/6/2023 10:25 AM
242 Not an interest 4/6/2023 10:25 AM
243 I don’t lawn bowl 4/6/2023 10:19 AM
244 It's a private club and the gate's locked. Also it seems like a boring sport. I hardly ever see anyone playing there.
4/6/2023 9:50 AM
245 Shoulder injuries. I don't throw or toss things anymore. 4/6/2023 9:43 AM 246 Not interested but others might be so I think it should stay if used sufficiently 4/6/2023 9:24 AM 247 ?? 4/6/2023 9:24 AM
248 Don’t lawn bowl 4/6/2023 9:14 AM
249 not interested in lawn bowling 4/6/2023 9:13 AM
250 Homeless campers and sketchy activity but also don’t know how to play. 4/6/2023 9:04 AM 251 Be cause the lawn bowling facility is basically wrapped up by the bocce club for all available hours. I’d use it if I didn’t feel like it was their facility, which it does. 4/6/2023 9:02 AM
252 I don't lawn bowl 4/6/2023 9:01 AM
253 1) Didn't know it was open to the public; 2) I don't know other lawn bowlers, but would be interested in a class in it.
4/6/2023 8:53 AM
254 Seems sketchy there 4/6/2023 8:52 AM
255 It’s a safe place within the park and is a beautiful facility. 4/6/2023 8:52 AM 256 I don’t enjoy lawn bowling but appreciate the fact that so many do. 4/6/2023 8:46 AM 257 Not a bocci player 4/6/2023 8:44 AM
258 Because eventually I would only walk through. 4/6/2023 8:41 AM 259 I don’t have Bocci balls. There isn’t anything else happening over there. I like that it exists there.
4/6/2023 8:40 AM
260 N/A 4/6/2023 8:38 AM
261 don't like lawn bowling. I do play disc golf. 4/6/2023 8:33 AM 262 I didn't think it was open to the public. 4/6/2023 8:28 AM 263 It’s been closed, but want to use it. 4/6/2023 8:19 AM 264 N/A 4/6/2023 8:10 AM
265 I don't lawn bowl and it's been closed 4/6/2023 8:08 AM 266 I have never done lawn bowling. Seems like a large use of space for such a niche activity.

How many people lawn bowl? I don't know, maybe a lot? Would be worth a poll to see how many community members actually participate. Otherwise change it up for something that serves a larger segment of the community. Of make it smaller and add tennis courts in addition which could have a multi use function like pickeball. 4/6/2023 8:05 AM
267 Pickleball all day, everyday 4/6/2023 8:04 AM
268 No idea 4/6/2023 7:59 AM
269 Lately haven't used anything there due to crowds. But don't have bocci balls myself so there woudl need to be a way to rent out equipment
4/6/2023 7:52 AM
270 Play bocce 4/6/2023 7:51 AM
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272 I don’t use it, so it doesn’t matter to me. I suppose it depends on how many people use it whether it should be replaced with some thing that more people would use. 4/6/2023 7:38 AM
273 Homelessness problems have discouraged people from using the area 4/6/2023 7:35 AM 274 Don't play that sport. How many people use that area is the ❓ 4/6/2023 7:34 AM 275 Fenced in and inaccessible 4/6/2023 7:31 AM
276 I don’t lawn bowl. 4/6/2023 7:19 AM
277 For old people 4/6/2023 7:18 AM
278 I don't lawn bowl, it doesn’t look interesting to me, but I appreciate the history of it and if it gets used that’s great, I never see anyone on it though.
4/6/2023 7:16 AM
279 I have never done lawn bowling and wasn't even aware of it! 4/6/2023 7:15 AM 280 Didn’t know it was there probably because too many homeless people around 4/6/2023 7:14 AM 281 I don’t do lawn bowling. 4/6/2023 7:08 AM
282 Carrying a bag of bocce balls over to the park by bike or foot for a family or group is not too practical, and then you have to own the balls...
4/6/2023 7:02 AM
283 I play other sports elsewhere 4/6/2023 6:54 AM
284 Don’t lawn bowl 4/6/2023 6:51 AM
285 N/A 4/6/2023 6:43 AM
286 dont do it 4/6/2023 6:22 AM
287 Park does not feel safe. Downtown and library don’t either. 4/6/2023 6:03 AM 288 no interest 4/6/2023 5:38 AM
289 I'm not interested and didn't know there was one. 4/6/2023 5:14 AM 290 not a lawn bowler 4/6/2023 3:59 AM
291 that's for them 4/5/2023 11:33 PM
292 Lawn bowling doesn’t interest me 4/5/2023 10:31 PM
293 I have used it, I don’t actively use it-requires membership 4/5/2023 10:27 PM 294 Lawn bowling is less of a casual sport activity than bocci ball and therefore isn't as good of a group activity. I'm not very interested in it and I wouldn't know what I would need to participate in playing. Bocci is a much more well known activity that's pretty cheap to get equipment for, and anyone can throw the ball around, making it a better group activity or something you don't feel like you have to plan too much to show up and do. The lawn bowling courts take up so much space!
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295 I don’t know 4/5/2023 9:03 PM
296 It's fun. And there is a nearby senior community that it benefits. That should be kept in mind with large venues - police / enforce existing noise limit laws. 4/5/2023 9:02 PM
297 It’s not a sport I’m interested in. If there were pickle ball, sand volleyball, or a soccer field I would use it.
4/5/2023 8:58 PM
298 Not my thing. 4/5/2023 8:49 PM
299 I never was interested 4/5/2023 8:31 PM
300 Don't bowl 4/5/2023 7:40 PM
301 Not interested 4/5/2023 7:39 PM
302 I don't bowl 4/5/2023 6:40 PM
303 just haven't had the opportunity 4/5/2023 6:24 PM

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304 Too many sketchy people in the vicinity and concern about discarded, contaminated needles. 4/5/2023 6:18 PM 305 I don't know anything about lawn bowling, but it's fun to watch sometimes. 4/5/2023 6:17 PM 306 Not interested 4/5/2023 5:55 PM
307 not interested 4/5/2023 5:32 PM
308 Jesus 4/5/2023 5:21 PM
309 Sounds boring 4/5/2023 4:53 PM
310 Never learned 4/5/2023 4:36 PM
311 ALL DRESSED IN WHITE SITTING IN A BAMBO CHAIR HIS MILITARY DISIPLINE NOW

HAS REPLACED DISPAIR ANCHORED IN MONTEREY BAY THERE IS A LONLEY MAN LONLEY THROUGH AND THROUGH IS IT YOU?
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312 I didn't really know that this existed 4/5/2023 4:07 PM 313 I’m not interested in lawn bowling. 4/5/2023 3:44 PM 314 Why do you ask? 4/5/2023 3:07 PM
315 Not in league 4/5/2023 2:48 PM
316 Currently not a pleasant park to spend time in 4/5/2023 2:34 PM 317 Na 4/5/2023 1:27 PM
318 not interested 4/5/2023 1:24 PM
319 I didn't know it existed! 4/5/2023 1:19 PM
320 I just don't do lawn bowling. I think bocce or pickleball courts would be more popular, not that many people are into lawn bowling.
4/5/2023 1:11 PM
321 No like 4/5/2023 1:05 PM
322 I don't care for lawn bowling 4/5/2023 12:54 PM
323 I love watching bocce ball. 4/5/2023 12:50 PM
324 I don't play but I do love to see others enjoy the facility 4/5/2023 12:42 PM 325 Is it accessible to the public? I thought it was a private club. 4/5/2023 12:40 PM 326 I work 4/5/2023 12:35 PM
327 It's fenced and locked. 4/5/2023 12:13 PM
328 I don’t play lawn bowling, and I think the court is a blight on the park. 4/5/2023 11:39 AM 329 I am not into lawn bowling 4/5/2023 10:53 AM
330 Not interested. 4/5/2023 9:58 AM
331 Should be combination of Lawn Bowling and Bocce. 4/5/2023 9:32 AM 332 Don't know how to use it 4/5/2023 9:15 AM
333 I HAVE used it and took classes from them in the past. Haven't been there since the benchlands was overrun with homeless -- don't feel safe there. 4/5/2023 8:51 AM
334 not interested 4/5/2023 8:48 AM
335 Not interested in that sport. 4/5/2023 8:21 AM
336 Not interested in bowling, however it’s been there a long time, and gives pleasure to folk. 4/5/2023 7:40 AM 337 I don’t know how to get access to it. 4/5/2023 6:09 AM 338 I'm not a bowling fan 4/5/2023 12:12 AM
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340 Not interested 4/4/2023 11:36 PM
341 N/A 4/4/2023 11:34 PM
342 Didn’t know it was there 4/4/2023 11:31 PM
343 Not interested in lawn bowling 4/4/2023 11:25 PM
344 Did not know was there. 4/4/2023 10:16 PM
345 Again, we don’t feel safe in the current environment. 4/4/2023 10:03 PM 346 Not my type of sport. 4/4/2023 9:52 PM
347 I don't bowl 4/4/2023 9:50 PM
348 No interest 4/4/2023 9:50 PM
349 Never played 4/4/2023 9:34 PM
350 It is a great location and the group meets there every Thursday. It has had alot of problem with burglaries and vandalism...that is a bummer.
4/4/2023 9:34 PM
351 Not interested 4/4/2023 9:30 PM
352 Na 4/4/2023 9:30 PM
353 Does not cross mind to. 4/4/2023 9:24 PM
354 Just haven't had the desire, nothing against lawn bowling 4/4/2023 9:02 PM 355 Didn’t know it was there 4/4/2023 9:00 PM
356 Didn't know it was there. If it's well used, please keep it, if not, please scrap it. 4/4/2023 8:58 PM 357 Never played before 4/4/2023 8:57 PM
358 I don’t lawn bowl 4/4/2023 8:50 PM
359 I have my own bocce set and prefer to play in areas that aren’t infested with homeless people. 4/4/2023 8:44 PM 360 Too young at time to do lawn bowling. 4/4/2023 8:40 PM 361 bocce is fun and good group activity-- fun for young and old. 4/4/2023 8:21 PM 362 I've played once but am not interested enough to pay to use equipment. 4/4/2023 8:11 PM 363 I don’t lawn bowl 4/4/2023 8:01 PM
364 seems kind of exclusive. 4/4/2023 8:00 PM
365 Didn’t know we had one 4/4/2023 7:58 PM
366 I don’t lawn bowl 4/4/2023 7:55 PM
367 I didn't know lawn bowling was a thing. Why is this a specific question? 4/4/2023 7:36 PM 368 Didn't know it was there 4/4/2023 7:35 PM
369 Just not into it 4/4/2023 7:32 PM
370 Not my jam 4/4/2023 7:13 PM
371 no interest 4/4/2023 7:09 PM
372 Just never tried it 4/4/2023 7:05 PM
373 I did at one time, but my wrists aren't up to it anymore. 4/4/2023 6:53 PM 374 no interest; seems exclusive club 4/4/2023 6:50 PM
375 I don't lawn bowl 4/4/2023 6:47 PM
376 I am too afraid of the criminals and drug users to go there. I drive up to Scotts Valley to go to the nice parks there.
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377 In the past there were too many people who appeared to be dangerous. I feared for my safety 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 378 I'm not interested in lawn bowling. 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 379 Work full time! I would love to do this when retired 4/4/2023 6:38 PM 380 no interest 4/4/2023 6:35 PM
381 I think its a peaceful activity i enjoy watching people use it. 4/4/2023 6:28 PM 382 Like to watch sometimes, but shoulder injuries prevents participation 4/4/2023 6:24 PM 383 I never saw it 4/4/2023 6:21 PM
384 Restrictions on membership 4/4/2023 6:20 PM
385 Don't play the game. We play bocce ball, which isn't the same. 4/4/2023 6:20 PM 386 The park is pretty yucky right now. When I taught art classes at the MAH parents didn’t want their kids to play there because Of all the homeless people 4/4/2023 6:09 PM
387 Is there one? 4/4/2023 6:05 PM
388 not interested 4/4/2023 6:04 PM
389 No interest 4/4/2023 5:59 PM
390 I just don't bowl 4/4/2023 5:54 PM
391 Honestly don’t even know where it is. The time I’ve spent in the park has been a bit scary. I associate it with the things I’ve picked up during cleanups. I don’t feel super inclined to spend time there so I feel like I’ve underutilized the assets that exist 4/4/2023 5:53 PM
392 no interest but i think it’s very important for folks who like it. 4/4/2023 5:51 PM 393 I am not Austrialian or a senior citizen 4/4/2023 5:44 PM 394 NA 4/4/2023 5:43 PM
395 I don't lawn bowl 4/4/2023 5:42 PM
396 I don’t lawn bowl but think it is great for multi generation use 4/4/2023 5:40 PM 397 H 4/4/2023 5:34 PM
398 I don't lawn bowl (is that how you say that?) 4/4/2023 5:34 PM 399 Not since the encampment 4/4/2023 5:34 PM
400 As I said earlier, I don't feel safe or clean at the park. But I also don't know how to lawn bowl. I honestly like that people can lawn bowl, but if it takes up too much space, maybe use that area for something more people would be inclined to do. 4/4/2023 5:32 PM
401 I would like to use it but the park itself is uninviting these days. 4/4/2023 5:28 PM 402 Would like to, but haven't 4/4/2023 5:28 PM
403 On occasion my company has used it to host a team building activity. (maybe once every two years)
4/4/2023 5:17 PM
404 Not sure 4/4/2023 5:10 PM
405 Not interested 4/4/2023 5:08 PM
406 Not my game 4/4/2023 4:52 PM
407 I don’t know there’s one 4/4/2023 4:36 PM
408 It's low on my list of activities but I'm happy others enjoy it. My grandparents loved it. 4/4/2023 4:06 PM 409 n/a 4/4/2023 2:10 PM
410 Seems occupied or hard to access 4/4/2023 2:02 PM
411 No interest in lawn bowling 4/4/2023 12:39 PM

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412 since I moved to SC, the park has had homeless issues. Never felt safe 4/4/2023 12:32 PM 413 I participate in lawn bowling once every 5 years or so. Not a priority. 4/4/2023 12:29 PM 414 A great spot for gathering with friends and family "pre tent city" 4/4/2023 11:54 AM 415 I already stated earlier that it is "exclusive" clubby and not inviting. If someone, lawn bowlers, staffed it and taught the game all the time, not just the very limited times I see people there now. Open it up to the public!
4/4/2023 10:41 AM
416 No interest 4/4/2023 10:33 AM
417 No interest yet to lawn bowl 4/4/2023 10:29 AM
418 Didn’t know it was there 4/4/2023 10:01 AM
419 It's not my thing, but I'm glad it's there for others. 4/4/2023 9:31 AM 420 It is not well publicized...but looks fun. Maybe turn it into bocce? 4/4/2023 9:19 AM 421 Drug addicts. 4/4/2023 9:04 AM
422 I tend not to bring my family to this park due to the amount of open drug use, encampments and individuals that are mentally unstable
4/4/2023 8:59 AM
423 Seems kinda exclusive and too clannish! 4/4/2023 8:18 AM 424 n/a 4/4/2023 8:15 AM
425 Park is full of homeless. 4/3/2023 10:30 PM
426 I play bocce 4/3/2023 10:13 PM
427 N/a 4/3/2023 10:12 PM
428 Not into lawn bowling and didn't even know it was there. Honestly, I lived in Santa Cruz from 1993 to 2003 and never knew there was a park there. I used to live by the Harbor. I know live in Blaine St. I have become aware of he park mainly because of what happened at "benchlands" encampment.
4/3/2023 10:08 PM
429 Fun and healthy activity 4/3/2023 9:58 PM
430 Similar to bocce ball, it's a great outdoor activity 4/3/2023 8:54 PM 431 Because of the constant influx of undesirables. Unfortunately. 4/3/2023 8:32 PM 432 Don’t know how to get in the club, but I probably would. Now I use bocce at end of wharf. 4/3/2023 7:32 PM 433 I am not interested in that sport. 4/3/2023 6:31 PM 434 I’m a member 4/3/2023 6:02 PM
435 just never had the opportunity 4/3/2023 5:59 PM
436 not interested 4/3/2023 5:57 PM
437 Seems enclosed (restricted access?). Not interested. 4/3/2023 5:29 PM 438 It's not usually open and I don't know how to access the balls and stuff. It feels like a private facility. If there was someone there inviting me to use it, it could be fun. 4/3/2023 4:34 PM
439 I used to actually want to go in there when I was younger - but it seems inaccessible to the community. It seems like only certain people are allowed there, even though that may not be the case. I do see older people there, and it would be nice to keep it for that, but otherwise, I think there are other options that might be utilized by a larger demographic 4/3/2023 4:28 PM
440 Pesticides/chemicals that make me sick and are petroleum-based…hence add to global climate problems! I’d rather have a regular lawn area( no white clothes necessary) with balls to check out to use. Lawn not so manicured….bumps are part of the fun. 4/3/2023 3:55 PM
441 I am not that into lawn bowling 4/3/2023 3:51 PM
442 I am uninterested in this activity 4/3/2023 3:44 PM

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443 I didn't know it was there 4/3/2023 3:41 PM
444 Don’t know anyone who plays it, never played, don’t know any info about hours or price or how to connect to it.
4/2/2023 11:55 PM
445 N/A 4/2/2023 11:10 PM
446 I've only played bocce once, but it seems like a good activity. 4/2/2023 9:36 PM 447 its got a fence around it and feels exclusive 4/2/2023 8:53 PM 448 Na 4/2/2023 7:52 PM
449 I don’t know how to access it and I don’t have a team 4/2/2023 7:51 PM 450 It’s entertainment 4/2/2023 7:47 PM
451 I've never seen it. 4/2/2023 7:34 PM
452 Never tried it 4/2/2023 7:13 PM
453 just never been introduced to it by friends 4/2/2023 6:47 PM 454 maybe I am not into that sport 4/2/2023 6:14 PM
455 Not interested 4/2/2023 5:47 PM
456 I use it 4/2/2023 5:41 PM
457 N/a 4/2/2023 5:38 PM
458 Thought you had to be on a team to play. 4/2/2023 5:34 PM 459 I don't play 4/2/2023 5:30 PM
460 The homeless encampment 4/2/2023 5:27 PM
461 Too dangerous to be there. I don't feel safe. 4/2/2023 5:25 PM 462 Great outdoor exercise. 4/2/2023 5:14 PM
463 Don't feel safe 4/2/2023 4:44 PM
464 Too expensive 4/2/2023 4:33 PM
465 Love it 4/2/2023 3:46 PM
466 N/a 4/2/2023 3:35 PM
467 It's a fun game with lovely people. I'm hooked now, and enjoy my time there. 4/2/2023 2:12 PM 468 never gotten into playing 4/2/2023 2:10 PM
469 See earlier comments. 4/2/2023 2:07 PM
470 I am a member and love it when it is safe. 4/2/2023 12:35 PM 471 Lawn bowls club member 4/2/2023 12:09 PM
472 I didnt know it existed 4/2/2023 9:24 AM
473 Don't play lawn bowling 4/2/2023 1:14 AM
474 We are family members of lawn bowling 4/1/2023 9:00 AM 475 Just haven't. Not interested I guess. 3/31/2023 10:03 PM 476 Covid 3/31/2023 8:36 PM
477 Not interested 3/31/2023 8:34 PM
478 It doesn't appear open to the public. Boring. Breaks up the flow of the park 3/31/2023 7:50 PM 479 I don’t lawn bowl 3/31/2023 7:03 PM
480 Not a member of the bowling club 3/31/2023 4:54 PM

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481 I don't lawn bowl. 3/31/2023 3:36 PM
482 Too much full sun 3/31/2023 3:33 PM
483 I am not interested in lawn bowling at all. 3/31/2023 2:45 PM 484 Not aware 3/31/2023 2:40 PM
485 Don't play this sport/game. 3/31/2023 2:25 PM
486 I thought it was private. 3/31/2023 1:53 PM
487 Not interested 3/31/2023 1:38 PM
488 Not interested 3/31/2023 12:57 PM
489 Bocce’s Cellar. Also not practical with young children. 3/31/2023 12:06 PM 490 Have used once in the past during an open house with instructors. Isn’t there membership required?
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491 I don't even know what lawn bowling is 3/31/2023 10:02 AM 492 The park has not been a comfortable place for quite a long time. 3/31/2023 9:29 AM 493 Don't know how to play or get equipment. There's other activities I'd rather do outside. 3/31/2023 9:20 AM 494 Didn't know about it 3/30/2023 10:13 PM
495 Don’t know how to use it. 3/30/2023 9:47 PM
496 I thought it was a private club. 3/30/2023 8:54 PM
497 Lawn bowling sounds ridiculous. 3/30/2023 5:25 PM
498 I didn't know it had one 3/30/2023 2:50 PM
499 I thought you had to be part of the group to use the law bowling facility. 3/30/2023 1:18 PM 500 I'm not a lawn bowler but I think it's important part of the park and that it should stay. 3/30/2023 12:19 PM 501 Not interested personally 3/30/2023 12:13 PM
502 What is lawn bowling? 3/30/2023 12:00 PM
503 Not of interest 3/30/2023 11:14 AM
504 n/a 3/30/2023 10:46 AM
505 I don’t do that sport. 3/30/2023 9:54 AM
506 no interest 3/30/2023 9:53 AM
507 not interested 3/30/2023 9:30 AM
508 I mt bike and play Pickleball. I can see lawn bowling in my future… 3/30/2023 9:20 AM 509 i don't lawn bowl 3/30/2023 8:22 AM
510 I don't know how to lawn bowl, not sure if I would have time to commit to it. 3/30/2023 7:36 AM 511 Don't play Boche ball 3/29/2023 10:11 PM
512 i don't lawn bowl 3/29/2023 8:21 PM
513 Homeless 3/29/2023 8:04 PM
514 Not my interest 3/29/2023 7:31 PM
515 I don't play and am not part of the club, etc. I think it should be integrated for greater use.

Ideally without wasting all the money that went into that feature... hmnn... 3/29/2023 7:01 PM
516 I don't bowl . 3/29/2023 6:45 PM
517 I didn’t know they had one. I’d need other players 3/29/2023 5:43 PM

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518 I don't do that sport 3/29/2023 5:35 PM
519 N/A 3/29/2023 5:23 PM
520 Never tried it. 3/29/2023 5:09 PM
521 rather play pickleball 3/29/2023 4:21 PM
522 No 3/29/2023 4:13 PM
523 I was not aware of it 3/29/2023 4:12 PM
524 too many homeless 3/29/2023 3:47 PM
525 Didn’t know about it 3/29/2023 3:45 PM
526 Nice people lawn bowling 3/29/2023 3:35 PM
527 not of interest to me 3/29/2023 2:59 PM
528 Not interested 3/29/2023 2:51 PM
529 I don't lawn bowl 3/29/2023 2:42 PM
530 Didn’t know it existed 3/29/2023 2:23 PM
531 Not interested 3/29/2023 1:51 PM
532 Time 3/29/2023 1:51 PM
533 Seems private/club oriented, not welcome for novice 3/29/2023 1:50 PM 534 I am not old. 3/29/2023 1:29 PM
535 I don't lawn bowl 3/29/2023 12:32 PM
536 i dont know what lawn bowling is 3/29/2023 11:42 AM 537 Not my thing 3/29/2023 11:32 AM
538 homeless dont want my kids there 3/29/2023 11:18 AM 539 Not interested 3/29/2023 11:10 AM
540 It's too difficult to play 3/29/2023 10:59 AM
541 not interested 3/29/2023 10:49 AM
542 It feels like a private club of mostly older people. Would be nice if it was a multi use turf area that could be reserved and are open to the general public instead of being locked away 3/29/2023 10:41 AM
543 Don’t lawn bowl. 3/29/2023 10:28 AM
544 I didn’t know there was one, like I said it has been years. People don’t use this space out of fear of needles and sever mental health homeless
3/29/2023 10:16 AM
545 Keep it for the Elderly 3/29/2023 9:43 AM
546 not of interest 3/29/2023 9:35 AM
547 I appreciate the "all ages" aspect, like the social and physical activity, enjoy the people and like teaching bowling to others.
3/29/2023 9:23 AM
548 Never tried it 3/29/2023 9:10 AM
549 I don't feel safe in the park 3/29/2023 9:07 AM
550 na 3/29/2023 9:02 AM
551 I don’t bowl 3/29/2023 8:57 AM
552 Don’t play 3/29/2023 8:52 AM
553 just not into it 3/29/2023 8:45 AM
554 I don't use the space because it was turned into a drug and rape den down there. What a 3/29/2023 8:18 AM

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stupid question to ask after what our CIty allowed in that park. The lawn bowlers worked hard to fix up that space and the City turned their back on them. They were robbed repeatedly and felt unsafe playing their sport. It's appalling what happened at SLP! 555 i don't want my kids around this park. I have lived in SC for 40 years and there has always been problems at San Lorenzo Park, Grant St park to name a few. 3/29/2023 7:55 AM
556 Do not have the equipment 3/29/2023 7:51 AM
557 I don't know anyone who uses it, it feels like a private club. 3/29/2023 7:47 AM 558 It seems to be used by retired people. I'm not retired yet and I'm not into lawn bowling. 3/29/2023 7:46 AM 559 I don't lawn bowl 3/29/2023 7:30 AM
560 I'm not into lawn bowling 3/29/2023 7:10 AM
561 N/A 3/29/2023 7:00 AM
562 Prefer outdoor ping pong and pickleball. Anyway I thought it was a private club. 3/29/2023 6:09 AM 563 I am more active now but I could see lawn bowling and bocce as fun as I slow down from aging (71 now)
3/29/2023 4:53 AM
564 I just play pickleball. 3/29/2023 2:37 AM
565 Don’t play 3/29/2023 2:26 AM
566 Just never have 3/29/2023 2:08 AM
567 A bunch of tweakers and junkies ruined the park. Used to love watching the lawn bowling…. 3/29/2023 12:48 AM 568 Never tried it 3/28/2023 11:55 PM
569 N/A 3/28/2023 11:00 PM
570 I don't know how to play. 3/28/2023 10:59 PM
571 n/a 3/28/2023 9:54 PM
572 Na 3/28/2023 9:53 PM
573 don't have any friends that play 3/28/2023 9:12 PM
574 I am not a member. I do play pickleball. There is only so much time for activities. I would prefer to play a sport where I stay active.
3/28/2023 9:04 PM
575 Scarey homeless people there 3/28/2023 8:53 PM
576 I don’t lawn bowl, but should be kept for those who do use that facility. 3/28/2023 8:52 PM 577 Not into it. 3/28/2023 8:45 PM
578 Too many homeless people not safe area 3/28/2023 8:37 PM 579 I do not go near the park lately because of all the shady characters hanging out all day. It smells and I don't like what I see. If they cleaned it up, I would go there and have lunch and view the birds.
3/28/2023 8:34 PM
580 drinking game if you ask me! 3/28/2023 8:29 PM
581 N/a 3/28/2023 8:27 PM
582 Don’t lawn bowl. 3/28/2023 8:16 PM
583 Boring. Also, I'm a senior and don't think it is good for my back. 3/28/2023 8:04 PM 584 Don’t lawn bowl 3/28/2023 7:54 PM
585 I'm busy with tennis, pickleball, beach volleyball, biking and surfing. However, I will probably get into lawn bowling at some point. I support those who are already into it as a regular part of their lives.
3/28/2023 7:52 PM
586 I’m not old. 3/28/2023 7:49 PM

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587 Don’t play the sport 3/28/2023 7:48 PM
588 Don’t lawn bowl 3/28/2023 7:31 PM
589 It never felt accessible. Thought it was only for a specific group. 3/28/2023 7:25 PM 590 not my thing 3/28/2023 7:20 PM
591 no interest 3/28/2023 7:18 PM
592 I’m not into lawn bowling yet. 3/28/2023 7:07 PM
593 N/a 3/28/2023 7:06 PM
594 Boring 3/28/2023 7:06 PM
595 Do not play or watch. 3/28/2023 7:05 PM
596 Played once.. boring 3/28/2023 7:05 PM
597 I have never done it and have no interest to learn. 3/28/2023 7:00 PM 598 no interest 3/28/2023 6:50 PM
599 I don’t lawn bowl 3/28/2023 6:33 PM
600 Mever saw them. Too many homeless people around to feel safe. 3/28/2023 6:31 PM 601 N/a 3/28/2023 6:31 PM
602 No interest in playing it 3/28/2023 6:29 PM
603 Never learned. It’s a niche sport. 3/28/2023 6:11 PM 604 na 3/28/2023 5:58 PM
605 Don’t know how or have the equipment. Would rather be playing pickleball :) 3/28/2023 5:56 PM 606 I don’t lawn bowl 3/28/2023 5:54 PM
607 I think far more people would use pickleball courts there than use the lawn bowling. I am not interested in lawn bowling.
3/28/2023 5:49 PM
608 No interest. 3/28/2023 5:43 PM
609 No interest 3/28/2023 5:37 PM
610 Have not tried it but may try it soon. 3/28/2023 5:31 PM 611 I don’t lawn bowl 3/28/2023 5:30 PM
612 Don't know 3/28/2023 5:30 PM
613 Didn’t know it was there 3/28/2023 5:28 PM
614 Don't know the game 3/28/2023 5:27 PM
615 I play bocce ball 3/28/2023 5:25 PM
616 I don’t lawn bowl. 3/28/2023 5:04 PM
617 I did it once. It was nice but a much slower pace of game than pickleball. 3/28/2023 5:04 PM 618 Don't know what lawn bowling is. 3/28/2023 5:01 PM
619 I'm not a lawn bowler 3/28/2023 4:57 PM
620 I don't really use the park now because of the crazy people. 3/28/2023 4:57 PM 621 Don’t play 3/28/2023 4:55 PM
622 N/a 3/28/2023 4:52 PM
623 Not my jam 3/28/2023 4:49 PM
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625 Not interested. Outdated. 3/28/2023 4:48 PM
626 Have used in the past, but don't like to go because of all the druggies and homeless in the area.
3/28/2023 4:47 PM
627 NOT INTERESTED 3/28/2023 4:47 PM
628 x 3/28/2023 4:46 PM
629 Why would I? 3/28/2023 4:45 PM
630 I have never used lawn bowling, however it is a popular attraction and frequently used 3/28/2023 4:44 PM 631 dont do lawn bowling 3/28/2023 4:43 PM
632 schedule conflict 3/28/2023 4:42 PM
633 Keep it though 3/28/2023 4:40 PM
634 NA 3/28/2023 4:24 PM
635 It's fun 3/28/2023 4:22 PM
636 Didn't know it was there...and don't think it is so important in a city-wide park. 3/28/2023 4:18 PM 637 Shared Adventures has uesd it in the past. Plus the Clubhouse. 3/28/2023 4:12 PM 638 I'm not interested in lawn bowling 3/28/2023 3:53 PM 639 I've used the bocce ball court once. I like the game but don't play it frequently. 3/28/2023 3:48 PM 640 I didn't know it was their, but now that I do I will use it. 3/28/2023 3:44 PM 641 Lawn bowling is not one of my hobbies, But it is you many others, So please keep The Lawn bowling facility.
3/28/2023 3:13 PM
642 didn't know about it 3/28/2023 3:04 PM
643 I dony bowl 3/28/2023 2:58 PM
644 Didn't think I could. Was under the impression it was a club. 3/28/2023 2:58 PM 645 Not interested 3/28/2023 2:49 PM
646 Scared of homeless 3/28/2023 2:32 PM
647 It's not safe to go to the park! Fix the homeless problem first, please. 3/28/2023 2:15 PM 648 N/A 3/28/2023 2:11 PM
649 NA 3/28/2023 2:09 PM
650 I dont lawn bowl 3/28/2023 1:59 PM
651 Because the area is not safe for folks to hang out there. 3/28/2023 1:58 PM 652 I don’t lawn bowl 3/28/2023 1:50 PM
653 n/a 3/28/2023 1:50 PM
654 I don't lawn bowl. 3/28/2023 1:35 PM
655 kind of limited for elderly people who can play for longer periods of time. most racquet clubs have pickle ball--fast and easy--no waiting forever for others to finish others to finish 3/28/2023 1:35 PM
656 Not there yet 3/28/2023 1:28 PM
657 Seems like the retired community likes it a lot, but not used very much. 3/28/2023 1:28 PM 658 NA 3/28/2023 1:17 PM
659 Not interested 3/28/2023 1:15 PM
660 i didnt think it was public 3/28/2023 1:14 PM

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661 Didn't know it existed 3/28/2023 1:10 PM
662 doesnt seem accessible to the public, not our cup of tea 3/28/2023 1:08 PM 663 I was under the impression that it was a private facility. 3/28/2023 12:52 PM 664 do not know how to sign up. thought it was a private thing 3/28/2023 12:44 PM 665 Didn't know about it. 3/28/2023 12:43 PM
666 I didn’t know what lawn bowing is. 3/28/2023 12:43 PM 667 Never played before. But might learn if classes offered. 3/28/2023 12:42 PM 668 I do not know how 3/28/2023 12:41 PM
669 never been invited lol 3/28/2023 12:41 PM
670 I don't really know 3/28/2023 12:38 PM
671 not a lawn bowler and it's not inviting due to homeless. also lack of car parking and safe bike parking
3/28/2023 12:33 PM
672 I have - its cool 3/28/2023 12:30 PM
673 Thought it was for seniors 3/28/2023 12:29 PM
674 I don’t ever do lawn bowling 3/28/2023 12:29 PM
675 It's not inviting 3/28/2023 12:28 PM
676 Not sure how to access and I don't know how to lawn bowl 3/28/2023 12:24 PM 677 Not into lawn bowling. 3/28/2023 12:24 PM
678 Not interested 3/28/2023 12:23 PM
679 How do you get invited? 3/28/2023 12:22 PM
680 Lawn bowling 3/28/2023 12:20 PM
681 Not interested 3/28/2023 12:13 PM
682 I won’t use it unless the area is cleaned up and people are not allowed to hang out and deal drugs
3/28/2023 12:06 PM
683 I don't like bowling 3/28/2023 11:51 AM
684 I never knew the lawn bowling facility was open to the general public. So I never used it before. 3/28/2023 11:40 AM 685 Not interested 3/28/2023 11:24 AM
686 It is locked, requires you bring your own supplies, and generally favors an older crowd. Not friendly to all classes, genders, and ages
3/28/2023 11:04 AM
687 Not my thing. 3/28/2023 10:53 AM
688 I didn’t know I could. I thought it was private 3/28/2023 10:48 AM 689 I didn't know it was there 3/28/2023 10:38 AM
690 I don't lawn bowl, but it is nice to see others enjoying it. 3/28/2023 10:19 AM 691 Too unsafe with homelessness and drug use/crime 3/28/2023 10:08 AM 692 it is a sterile setting that lacks native plant landscape, which is essential for river critters 3/28/2023 9:54 AM 693 Not interested 3/28/2023 9:52 AM
694 Not the right age demographic. Also wasn't appealing with encampment there 3/28/2023 9:14 AM 695 I would keep, it seems well loved, I just do not play. 3/28/2023 9:06 AM 696 I thought it was a private facility 3/28/2023 9:02 AM 697 I haven't really given it consideration 3/28/2023 9:00 AM

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698 have used it once and it was super cool. do not frequent park due to issues with homelessness and it has become unsafe
3/28/2023 8:58 AM
699 n/a 3/28/2023 8:57 AM
700 You have to become a member, and the hours are not conducive to my schedule as a single parent.
3/28/2023 8:51 AM
701 no interest in the sport. 3/28/2023 8:39 AM
702 I don't know what lawn bowling is. 3/28/2023 8:29 AM 703 Seems to be exclusive, members only, type of access and not available to the general public. 3/28/2023 8:19 AM 704 not safe 3/28/2023 7:51 AM
705 The awful people in the park. I'm 71 years old and don't want to deal with people asking for money or attacking me.
3/28/2023 7:31 AM
706 Don’t care for it 3/28/2023 7:22 AM
707 This sort of activity does not interest me. 3/28/2023 12:55 AM 708 Don’t like it and it’s surrounded by crackheads. 3/27/2023 11:34 PM 709 friends 3/27/2023 8:34 PM
710 not my thing but i love watching them! 3/27/2023 7:24 PM 711 Not my sport 3/27/2023 7:10 PM
712 It was surrounded by homeless for a long time and felt unsafe 3/27/2023 6:27 PM 713 safety 3/27/2023 5:15 PM
714 just haven't gotten around to it. It could be a good team building activity for me and my colleagues.
3/27/2023 5:14 PM
715 didn't know I could 3/27/2023 5:13 PM
716 No interest in lawn bowling in this stage of my life, but I could see getting into it when I'm older. 3/27/2023 5:06 PM 717 Seems too restrictive 3/27/2023 4:49 PM
718 I am interested in joining. I used to think it was a bunch of old people but now those people don't look that old.
3/27/2023 4:48 PM
719 Not interested. 3/27/2023 4:32 PM
720 I don't lawn bowl 3/27/2023 4:12 PM
721 I don’t bowl. A multiuse area would be better. Maybe an area that could be used for pickle ball and other racquet sports?
3/27/2023 4:06 PM
722 Not sure about access, restricted uses, or supplies needed. 3/27/2023 3:46 PM 723 I would like to learn! 3/27/2023 3:25 PM
724 Why would I? 3/27/2023 3:17 PM
725 under 80 3/27/2023 3:08 PM
726 I don't know how to access it. 3/27/2023 2:55 PM
727 it's not the 1960's anymore so we don't have prescription cigarettes, support domestic abuse, or do lawnbowling... period... ew...
3/27/2023 2:52 PM
728 I didn't know it was open to the public, I thought it was only for the use of the old people but didn't know where they are from.
3/27/2023 2:47 PM
729 Have one nearby in Grant Park 3/27/2023 2:46 PM
730 don't know how 3/27/2023 2:34 PM

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731 Is it open to the public? 3/27/2023 2:28 PM
732 I have never lawn bowled. 3/27/2023 2:24 PM
733 Age 3/27/2023 2:19 PM
734 Not interested. 3/27/2023 2:17 PM
735 I didn't know it was available for people? 3/27/2023 2:10 PM 736 The fence makes it feel like a relatively safe space 3/27/2023 1:57 PM 737 I don't lawn bowl. 3/27/2023 1:54 PM
738 Don't have the time. Not particularly interested in it. 3/27/2023 1:54 PM 739 Not interested. 3/27/2023 1:47 PM
740 It seems to "belong" to a club or something. Not sure I would use it anyway. 3/27/2023 1:45 PM 741 havent tried the sport 3/27/2023 1:44 PM
742 I don't know what it is. 3/27/2023 1:43 PM
743 Never tried it. It seems well-maintained, though. It should stay. 3/27/2023 1:41 PM 744 I don't do lawn bowling 3/27/2023 1:39 PM
745 i think it's for older people! 3/27/2023 1:38 PM
746 Not of interest 3/27/2023 1:37 PM
747 Keep the pond but it needs a major uplift. 3/27/2023 1:34 PM 748 I don't live here. 3/27/2023 1:25 PM
749 I do not lawn bowl 3/27/2023 1:25 PM
750 clean 3/27/2023 1:21 PM
751 this park is not a destination park for our family 3/27/2023 1:19 PM 752 Not part of the club or familiar with the activity 3/27/2023 1:17 PM 753 Not sure how to access equipment, when it's available, etc. 3/27/2023 1:14 PM 754 Never interested in playing 3/27/2023 1:12 PM
755 No time 3/27/2023 1:06 PM
756 I have not been invited and I don't know a group of people who practice this 3/27/2023 1:00 PM 757 It's mellow and has lots of history. with funny completive people. I like hanging out there too. 3/27/2023 12:59 PM 758 It is always locked and appears very restrictive. Also I never heard of lawn bowling 3/27/2023 12:27 PM 759 Not sure how to use it. 3/27/2023 12:25 PM
760 Don't play lawn bowling. Don't understand how you access it, sign up, etc. 3/27/2023 12:18 PM 761 A. Didn't know that I could. B. Now that I know, please let it go! That space will make a wonderful botanical garden!
3/27/2023 12:16 PM
762 I don’t really use it but my guess is that nobody does much…nobody uses the park much because of the homeless situation…..build homeless shelters around Harvey West…or how about we use Capitola Mall property…it’s got bus service…centrally located… 3/27/2023 12:12 PM
763 only place I know for lawn bowling 3/27/2023 12:10 PM 764 I haven't tried it yet, but plan to in the future. It is a popular and long running event. 3/27/2023 12:08 PM 765 Not interested in that activity. 3/27/2023 12:06 PM 766 I'm not old enough yet! That is on my list of things to do when I retire is to go play lawn bowling.
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767 I don't play lawn bowling 3/27/2023 11:47 AM
768 I just started work at the County, it doesn't appear to be open/I don't know about its hours etc. 3/27/2023 11:47 AM 769 NA 3/27/2023 11:46 AM
770 Never played or explored it. 3/27/2023 11:45 AM
771 Not a lawn bowler 3/27/2023 11:44 AM
772 It's fenced off, feels very elitist and inaccessible, you have to join to participate, it's dead boring, I would not expect children or people of color to be welcomed in that space 3/27/2023 11:39 AM
773 Not something that interests me 3/27/2023 11:34 AM
774 Looks boring, would rather enjoy nature 3/27/2023 11:32 AM 775 Don't care for that sport 3/27/2023 11:28 AM
776 No interest in lawn bowling 3/27/2023 11:24 AM
777 I don't know how to access it 3/27/2023 11:23 AM
778 don't lawn bowl, doesn't interest me 3/27/2023 11:23 AM 779 I didn't know it was there. 3/27/2023 11:22 AM
780 N/A 3/27/2023 11:21 AM
781 Not something I do, but I think it should be kept because a lot of other people do seem to enjoy the lawn bowling area.
3/27/2023 11:21 AM
782 Not accessible to the general public. Would use if allowed. Would like to use if lessons and time slots offered.
3/27/2023 11:21 AM
783 It isn't my thing 3/27/2023 11:17 AM
784 It isn't one of my hobbies 3/27/2023 11:16 AM
785 didn't know it was public use. 3/27/2023 11:13 AM
786 Thought it was a club 3/27/2023 11:13 AM
787 I am not sure if there is, but it seems there is an age restriction. When is it open? The rules about its use are not well advertised. I do like how the club makes the lawn bowling area clean. 3/27/2023 11:11 AM
788 Working 3/27/2023 11:11 AM
789 Not interested in Lawn Bowling 3/27/2023 11:10 AM
790 n/a 3/27/2023 11:07 AM
791 Does not seem accessible to public. 3/27/2023 11:07 AM 792 N/A 3/27/2023 11:06 AM
793 not interesting to me 3/27/2023 11:04 AM
794 I don't bowl 3/27/2023 11:03 AM
795 n/a 3/27/2023 11:03 AM
796 Didn't know it was open to the public 3/27/2023 11:03 AM 797 Too young 3/27/2023 11:02 AM
798 It's not a sport I participate in 3/27/2023 11:02 AM 799 It might be fun, but I don't live in Santa Cruz and I normally only use the park during work hours.
3/27/2023 11:02 AM
800 I don't know. Never thought about it. 3/27/2023 11:01 AM 801 In the past when I approached the people who use it told me to go away. I was out for a walk at lunch (County employee), dressed professionally. They were rude. 3/27/2023 10:59 AM

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802 encounters with urine/feces/confrontations with park residents are intimidating 3/27/2023 10:57 AM 803 I don't know where it is. Not my interests. 3/27/2023 10:57 AM 804 Not interested. 3/27/2023 10:57 AM
805 Not my thing. 3/27/2023 10:56 AM
806 I have not had the opportunity to 3/27/2023 10:56 AM 807 I know nothing about it, don't own equipment and people don't seem to use it. 3/27/2023 10:55 AM 808 I don't know much about it. 3/27/2023 10:53 AM
809 I thought it was private. 3/27/2023 10:53 AM
810 Busy working 3/27/2023 10:52 AM
811 It doesn't seem open to the public. It appears to be only for the lawn bowling club, it feels elite and not for the community.
3/27/2023 10:51 AM
812 It seems to be a private, exclusive thing. I had no idea it is open to the public. 3/27/2023 10:51 AM 813 not interested 3/27/2023 10:50 AM
814 Unclear about who can use it and how 3/27/2023 10:50 AM 815 I dont lawn bowl. It also seems exclusive. 3/27/2023 10:49 AM 816 Time, but the lawn bowling is area beautiful and well maintained, so I would say keep it. 3/27/2023 10:48 AM 817 The lawn bowling area is often locked and must be reserved ahead of time (I think) lawn bowling can occur on any lawn so having a special lawn that only accommodates one use is inefficient use of space. Also lawn bowling is not a very popular sport as can be seen by the lack of use of the space by lawn bowlers with little exception. 3/27/2023 10:48 AM
818 I do not own lawn bowling equipment. 3/27/2023 10:47 AM 819 lawn bowling is not my cup of tea 3/27/2023 10:46 AM 820 Harassment of people yelling and drug use. 3/27/2023 10:46 AM 821 Have never played the game 3/27/2023 10:46 AM
822 i don't know where to get info if i wanted to use it 3/27/2023 10:45 AM 823 don't have the equipment or knowledge re how to play and when I can play 3/27/2023 10:44 AM 824 never used it before 3/27/2023 10:44 AM
825 I would use if area felt safe. 3/27/2023 10:43 AM
826 not interested 3/27/2023 10:43 AM
827 Never felt invited, seems like it's a private club access only 3/27/2023 10:41 AM 828 I thought it was a private facility 3/27/2023 10:41 AM 829 Not my interest 3/27/2023 10:41 AM
830 I thought it was a private facility. I don't even know how to play lawn bowling. It is also always locked.
3/27/2023 10:40 AM
831 Because it's fenced off and looks like you have to be a club member to enjoy. 3/27/2023 10:40 AM 832 n/a 3/27/2023 10:40 AM
833 Not a sport I participate in. 3/27/2023 10:40 AM
834 I've never played 3/27/2023 10:39 AM
835 not a lawn bowler 3/27/2023 10:38 AM
836 Because it's locked. Isn't it just for the old people club use it? 3/27/2023 10:38 AM

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837 Not interested in lawn bowling 3/27/2023 10:38 AM
838 Fun 3/27/2023 10:38 AM
839 Not interested. 3/27/2023 10:37 AM
840 N/a 3/27/2023 10:37 AM
841 I don't like going to this park because of the number of strung out people who hang out there during the day.
3/27/2023 10:36 AM
842 I thought it was a private club use only 3/27/2023 10:36 AM 843 Not interested. Maybe when I retire. 3/27/2023 10:36 AM 844 no interest 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
845 Don't know how to play 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
846 I didnt know it was open to the public 3/27/2023 10:35 AM 847 I hate bowling. 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
848 If i want to bowl, ill go to the Bowling alley. I go to the park to relax and enjoy nature. 3/27/2023 10:35 AM 849 not sure how 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
850 Bocci ball is amazing sport for seniors. 3/27/2023 10:34 AM 851 I didn't know it was open to the public 3/27/2023 10:34 AM 852 Not a member- dont know how to play 3/27/2023 10:33 AM 853 I don't know how to access it. I'm not aware of any leagues or groups that play. Not sure of who is allowed to use it and when.
3/27/2023 10:33 AM
854 It is a nice place to hang out when it is sunny 3/27/2023 10:32 AM 855 I don't know much about it and was under the impression that you needed a membership? 3/27/2023 10:32 AM 856 not interested in the sport 3/27/2023 10:32 AM
857 not my thing 3/27/2023 10:31 AM
858 Don't know how. 3/27/2023 10:31 AM
859 No interest 3/27/2023 10:30 AM
860 This is really a dumb question. Might as well ask why one does not parachute, etc. 3/27/2023 10:30 AM 861 Didn't know it was available 3/27/2023 10:30 AM
862 not interested 3/27/2023 10:29 AM
863 n/a 3/27/2023 10:29 AM
864 Too many homeless people, feel unsafe 3/27/2023 10:29 AM 865 It's not really noticeable 3/27/2023 10:29 AM
866 na 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
867 Did not know it was there. 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
868 n/a 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
869 Not my sport 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
870 Not an activity I personally engage in 3/27/2023 10:28 AM 871 i thought it was private? (i have been to 2 events there in 10 years) 3/27/2023 10:27 AM 872 n/a 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
873 It is always locked and is not welcoming at all. There are no trespassing signs. It does not seem like it is open to the public.
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874 N/A 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
875 I thought it was a private facility. I didn't know it was open to the public. I have also never played lawn bowling before.
3/27/2023 10:27 AM
876 n/a 3/27/2023 10:26 AM
877 N/A 3/27/2023 10:25 AM
878 How does one? I thought it had to be rented. 3/27/2023 10:23 AM 879 n/a, didn't know it exists and wouldn't use it anyway 3/27/2023 10:14 AM 880 I didn't know it was there, and I've never tried it before 3/27/2023 10:13 AM 881 It's nice but takes up a lot of space. If you added a rec center and exercise course and had to use this space that would be a good idea
3/27/2023 10:13 AM
882 xcvdfvadf 3/27/2023 10:12 AM
883 I don't know anything about lawn bowling, but when I used to walk through the park, I enjoyed seeing the older community members down at the park using the facilities. 3/27/2023 10:10 AM
884 Not my thing. 3/27/2023 10:09 AM
885 I do not lawn bowl 3/27/2023 10:07 AM
886 did not know it was there. do not visit due to safety issues 3/27/2023 10:07 AM 887 Is there really a need for it? I feel like there's other things we can do other than that. 3/27/2023 10:07 AM 888 n/a 3/27/2023 10:04 AM
889 I don't lawn bowl. 3/27/2023 10:04 AM
890 I personally haven't used it but have friends that enjoyed playing bocci 3/27/2023 10:03 AM 891 doesn't look fun 3/27/2023 10:03 AM
892 That park feels unsafe now. 3/27/2023 10:00 AM
893 I've never lawn bowled in my life. It doesn't interest me. 3/27/2023 9:56 AM 894 I like it for people that like to use it. 3/27/2023 9:56 AM 895 Never done the sport. 3/27/2023 9:54 AM
896 Great sport and fun to interact with the seniors who use it. 3/27/2023 9:52 AM 897 I feel like it is not very accessible. How do you reserve it? 3/27/2023 9:52 AM 898 I don't lawn bowl 3/27/2023 9:52 AM
899 I prefer bocce 3/27/2023 9:50 AM
900 I'm not old af 3/27/2023 9:49 AM
901 Don't play lawn bowls. 3/27/2023 9:48 AM
902 Not a member, never played 3/27/2023 9:47 AM
903 Not interested 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
904 I don't lawn bowl. 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
905 I don't lawn bowl 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
906 No interest, but I do see a lot of seniors enjoying it, so lots of people use it and that is a healthy outdoor option for social and physical for the elderly population. 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
907 Never have, not a hobby of mine 3/27/2023 9:45 AM
908 I'm not a sports person. 3/27/2023 9:44 AM
909 who lawn bowls anyway?? I've never see it used 3/27/2023 9:44 AM

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910 there is a fence 3/27/2023 9:42 AM
911 Unaware it existed. 3/27/2023 9:38 AM
912 Didn't know it existed. 3/27/2023 9:37 AM
913 its always full 3/27/2023 9:36 AM
914 did not know it was still available 3/27/2023 9:34 AM 915 The park overall is too dirty and degraded to be attractive. I walk my dog through almost daily but it's a sad place.
3/27/2023 9:34 AM
916 group activity 3/27/2023 9:25 AM
917 Never seen it open to the general public. If the passionate lawn bowlers were to encourage new players(in the fashion pickle ball has encouraged new players) then I would like to give it a try. 3/27/2023 9:24 AM
918 outdated activity. unappealing. Who does lawn bowling anymore? Didn't all the equipment get stolen anyway?
3/27/2023 9:23 AM
919 I don't lawn bowl 3/27/2023 9:21 AM
920 I think it is a great place for people to gather 3/27/2023 9:14 AM 921 na 3/27/2023 9:13 AM
922 not user friendly to new players wondering what it is about 3/27/2023 9:11 AM 923 Not a lawn bowler 3/27/2023 9:08 AM
924 I have bad knees! 3/27/2023 9:08 AM
925 n/a 3/27/2023 9:07 AM
926 I was unaware of there being a lawn bowling facility. 3/27/2023 9:07 AM 927 Dont play 3/27/2023 8:48 AM
928 n/a 3/27/2023 8:42 AM
929 not interested 3/27/2023 8:27 AM
930 I'm not interested in lawn bowling. And it doesn't seem very welcoming to families with young kids
3/26/2023 9:40 PM
931 Because old people are in charge 3/26/2023 7:56 PM
932 Personally I'm not interested in lawn bowling. But I like that it is there. It's a nice alternative activity for folks. It's RARE. And not unpleasant. So even though I don't engage in it, I would hate to see it go.
3/26/2023 5:01 PM
933 never interested in it. 3/26/2023 4:57 PM
934 I am not sure when it’s open and it appears one needs a membership. I’m not sure. 3/26/2023 1:20 PM 935 I do occasionally. I am too busy to use it as much as I would like. I do love it when I use it. It’s stellar!
3/26/2023 8:05 AM
936 It’s not kid friendly 3/26/2023 7:42 AM
937 I haven’t tried lawn bowling and don’t know how to play 3/25/2023 9:46 PM 938 It’s pretentious and I don’t know how to play 3/25/2023 9:26 PM 939 n/a 3/25/2023 6:56 PM
940 Not interested 3/25/2023 6:13 PM
941 I don't lawn bowl 3/25/2023 5:12 PM
942 Not a player 3/25/2023 5:02 PM
943 No interest in lawn bowling 3/25/2023 11:40 AM

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944 didn't know it was there 3/25/2023 9:45 AM
945 I don’t know about lawn bowling but I see some old people used to use it. 3/25/2023 9:13 AM 946 not interested 3/25/2023 8:55 AM
947 Just not interested 3/25/2023 7:06 AM
948 No interest 3/25/2023 6:57 AM
949 It is only open to a select few. 3/24/2023 10:48 PM 950 Don't know how to lawn bowl. The facility seems exclusive or not accessible or inclusive to all 3/24/2023 10:43 PM 951 too exclusive/ private 3/24/2023 9:43 PM
952 It's a boring game. 3/24/2023 8:54 PM
953 I don't lawn bowl 3/24/2023 8:38 PM
954 Not interested 3/24/2023 8:22 PM
955 Not my sport 3/24/2023 8:17 PM
956 Not of interest 3/24/2023 8:08 PM
957 I am not a member. But I like to watch them play. It is a good spectator sport that doesn't need hollering or food to enjoy.
3/24/2023 7:37 PM
958 Because of physical limitations. 3/24/2023 7:20 PM
959 don't know the game--not publically accessible. Should be bocci ball and pickleball 3/24/2023 6:59 PM 960 Never tried 3/24/2023 6:49 PM
961 Too expensive to join. My husband and I wanted to join, but it’s too expensive. 3/24/2023 6:20 PM 962 I actively chose not to start a new hobby. But I know that lots of people enjoy and use that facility.
3/24/2023 6:05 PM
963 n/a 3/24/2023 6:02 PM
964 not interested 3/24/2023 5:47 PM
965 no interest 3/24/2023 4:19 PM
966 N/A 3/24/2023 3:49 PM

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Q23 Imagine it is 10 years from now (your ideal park is a reality) and you take relatives/friends visiting from out of town to the park. What would you be most excited to show them?
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1 The beautiful walk - cleaned up with a clear channel river and people being able to fish the San Lorenzo River again! Has to be a clear channel - no islands ot trees in the middle....Austin TX comes to mind....It's a great walk!
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2 the natural beauty of the river & river banks. 4/12/2023 8:40 AM 3 Our beautiful river walk 4/11/2023 9:33 PM
4 Farmer’s market along the river with music and a place to eat, drink and be merry - free from needles, trash, drug users and homeless encampments.
4/11/2023 9:05 PM
5 Wildlife trails and bird watching. 4/11/2023 8:27 PM
6 I would love to show them a green community gathering space where pick up soccer games are happening on the benchlands, children are playing, ducks are quacking, dogs are welcome, native vegetation is prevalent along the trails and people of all ages are listening to live music while enjoying snacks from local vendors
4/11/2023 5:55 PM
7 no camping or drug use 4/11/2023 4:44 PM
8 playground and events, perhaps nature trails along river 4/11/2023 2:04 PM 9 Place to get coffee. Walk in the beautiful trees and see the flowers. Easy walk way where our shoes would not get wet.
4/11/2023 1:02 PM
10 How easy it is to walk to a beautiful park, listen to live music, and eat great food. 4/11/2023 10:23 AM 11 The natural areas. I place to sit and enjoy some peace. 4/11/2023 9:04 AM 12 Clean and safe place to hang out and be outdoors 4/11/2023 7:49 AM 13 a healthy river running through our town. A place for citizens to gather and be peaceful. 4/10/2023 11:27 PM 14 The overlooks where we can bird watch and their are maybe educational signs or resources to bird at the park for my young niece
4/10/2023 10:04 PM
15 Ada compatible 4/10/2023 8:58 PM
16 We step into a beautiful, green, protected oasis at the heart of our downtown, where we can relax, breathe the air and the quiet, and experience a natural riparian woodland and wetland area, enjoying the rich diversity of birds and other wildlife there. On trails, overlooks, and amongst the canopy of trees, we are restored by the beauty, we are enriched by the educational resources, we honor the earliest inhabitants of this land who stewarded the river environment with care.
4/10/2023 7:49 PM
17 the plants, and the beautiful area where we can sit to eat our lunch, and hear music from volunteer musicians at a gazebo
4/10/2023 7:08 PM
18 the amphitheater 4/10/2023 4:44 PM
19 Not that park unless I had children to go to a playground. 4/10/2023 4:43 PM 20 The riparian restoration, and interpretation of the watershed and this location's place in it. A nice formal flower garden maintained by a local garden club, giving visitor's a glimpse of community ownership.
4/10/2023 4:38 PM
21 See my notes above above private concession controlling a food and coffee location with park 4/10/2023 4:30 PM

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22 The public art and the connection to the watershed and nature 4/10/2023 4:30 PM 23 A nature walk along the river 4/10/2023 4:23 PM
24 natural beauty and events and place to sit and grab a drink or small bites 4/10/2023 4:02 PM 25 Beautiful wildlife trail, active use- place to sit and enjoy a picnic 4/10/2023 3:51 PM 26 The salmon habitat and native plants on, in, and at the riverbank 4/10/2023 3:46 PM 27 The naturalness of the park and river in the center of an encroaching city. Think "Central park" 4/10/2023 2:43 PM 28 The experience of being in a cultivated green space as a relief from the increased build up of downtown Santa Cruz. A place to enjoy the trees and planted areas, to meet for a picnic, relax and enjoy our wonderful weather. And a place to take children to play and run around. 4/10/2023 1:32 PM
29 the river area: kids playing in the river, native habitat restoration 4/10/2023 1:31 PM 30 The natural elements 4/10/2023 1:22 PM
31 That it is just the same beautiful spot as when my son was a toddler 4/10/2023 1:17 PM 32 Concert with nice food truck scene, a pick-your-own fruits & vegetable experience at the community garden nearby, and a great playground kids are excited to go to and stay playing in forever, and somewhere to get away from the crowds and hang out by the river's edge to chill. 4/10/2023 1:08 PM
33 The much improved walk along the river with food / beverages 4/10/2023 12:56 PM 34 How there are no more homeless druggies and crime!!!! YAY! What an awesome idea!!!! 4/10/2023 12:34 PM 35 pickle ball and a farmers market in the benchlands. also an updated play structure 4/10/2023 12:18 PM 36 Picnic areas, or nice benches to sit by a restored and vibrant San Lorenzo River full of wildlife (birds and salmon)
4/10/2023 11:20 AM
37 events 4/10/2023 11:12 AM
38 The mushroom garden of inoculated logs and the pond 4/10/2023 10:59 AM 39 Lots of creative physical activities for adults and children, a new Central Park for Santa Cruz 4/10/2023 10:56 AM 40 Educational ecology experience. Lively atmosphere like Abbot square on first Friday. 4/10/2023 9:15 AM 41 A beautiful riverfront park with art, nature trails and well curated and maintained native gardens 4/10/2023 8:17 AM 42 Clean, safe, natural beauty, walking bike trails family friendly 4/10/2023 6:06 AM 43 A variety of people engaged in a variety of activities, -- different ages and interests, different intentsity. Above all: SAFE. APPEALING. Not freaky. Well maintained. I used to take my kids there all the time. I now avoid it as much as possible. 4/10/2023 1:30 AM
44 The San Lorenzo River without homeless encampments on the banks, a pond with ducks, and a natural venue for outdoor concerts
4/10/2023 12:14 AM
45 nature and access to the river 4/9/2023 11:48 PM
46 The restored river and riparian corridor with the sounds of many birds and the sightings of cool insects and plants.
4/9/2023 8:35 PM
47 World class art like the bean in chicago, against gardens with a grassy space for picnicng and an area to sit and people watch while listening to music. 4/9/2023 7:50 PM
48 The disc golf course. 4/9/2023 7:17 PM
49 The way the plantings and design invite humanity and nature to interact. 4/9/2023 6:51 PM 50 A park that reflects the community 4/9/2023 6:34 PM
51 The super cool playground with zipline and splash pad and the ability for the adults to grab a coffee/snacks to make a day of it.
4/9/2023 3:40 PM
52 Well it might not be safe or feasible but I’m hoping the dragon is still there. I want to show my 4/9/2023 3:15 PM

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53 Nature walks with local art installations 4/9/2023 2:08 PM 54 A preserved and protected natural environment. 4/9/2023 1:50 PM 55 How beautiful it is with lots of natural areas and places to chill/have a picnic. The area would be free of crime and unhoused people doing illegal activities such as open drunkenness/being clearly drugged and/or unable to communicate rationally It would also have opportunities to do active things like Pickleball, lawn bowling, ride bikes on trails, … 4/9/2023 12:33 PM
56 Duck Pond 4/9/2023 12:30 PM
57 The green areas and river 4/9/2023 11:58 AM
58 Natural, quiet, community using it, not having allowed it be destroyed again 4/9/2023 10:35 AM 59 Pickleball courts, a more interesting playground with a splash pad/spray park area, merry-goround, and cage swings that seat up to 4 people, rocks to climb, interesting log structures/forts, and an entertainment area like Abbott Square that features local musicians and has food & drinks (or food trucks). Little libraries where people can donate/share books near a seating area, perhaps overlooking the pond or near picnic area. 4/9/2023 10:14 AM
60 Nature 4/9/2023 9:44 AM
61 An attractive, welcoming park. See my above responses. I realize the scale of Golden Gate park is not the same, and there are a couple areas in that park where I wouldn't take my grandmother for a stroll, but just a nicely designed and landscaped park would be a great place to take visitors to show them what Santa Cruz is all about, rather than the turnoff the park is now.
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62 Peaceful retreat 4/9/2023 8:42 AM
63 na 4/9/2023 8:37 AM
64 The river and riparian corridor near the town. No developments along the river 4/9/2023 8:37 AM 65 Pond, nature, bike on levee 4/9/2023 8:30 AM
66 The beauty of the river and it's walkability 4/9/2023 8:28 AM 67 How safe it is 4/9/2023 1:21 AM
68 A lovely walking labrynth with edible herbs and wind chimes! 4/9/2023 12:02 AM 69 Variety of food trucks. Community together. Maybe a band playing that people were warmtchjbf together while picnicking
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70 A place for biking and events 4/8/2023 9:23 PM
71 The river. 4/8/2023 8:37 PM
72 recreation facilities 4/8/2023 8:18 PM
73 Clean, safe environment that has been maintained and used for homeless, regular trash pick up.
4/8/2023 7:31 PM
74 The people who use the park playing well together . 4/8/2023 7:21 PM 75 Open green spaces and gardens. 4/8/2023 6:32 PM
76 N/A 4/8/2023 6:30 PM
77 Music, food, picnics, river stroll 4/8/2023 6:03 PM
78 Pond and water features 4/8/2023 5:39 PM
79 Na 4/8/2023 5:21 PM
80 The duck pond. A small performance on the duck pond stage. The beautiful green space right downtown.
4/8/2023 4:05 PM
81 Playground, dog park, river, pond. We would definitely have fun 4/8/2023 3:48 PM

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82 Cool sculpture park 4/8/2023 3:17 PM
83 Natural habitats, trails and SAFE picnic areas 4/8/2023 2:56 PM 84 Cool obstacle course for all ages; park kept clean and free of transient/drug garbage 4/8/2023 2:55 PM 85 Children and families play and having a good time with no fear. 4/8/2023 2:48 PM 86 A nice place to spend an afternoon outside with things to do and food/drinks 4/8/2023 12:16 PM 87 Vibrant safe family friendly area 4/8/2023 11:04 AM
88 The playground or an outdoor theater event in the summer (like there used to be) 4/8/2023 10:23 AM 89 Birds at the expanded duck pond 4/8/2023 10:07 AM
90 Cafe 4/8/2023 10:02 AM
91 Santa Cruz is offering a safe place for homeless folks to sleep without harassment. 4/8/2023 9:32 AM 92 A natural beautiful manicured park with water and flower gardens and trees native to the area, safe from all drug use.
4/8/2023 9:12 AM
93 Skating 4/8/2023 9:11 AM
94 The calmness of the park right in the center of the city 4/8/2023 9:01 AM 95 Benchlands 4/8/2023 8:29 AM
96 Vibrant park with fun events 4/8/2023 8:00 AM
97 I would be most excited to take them to an event at the park and have a lunch from a vendor along the river shore.
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98 The beauty of the area 4/8/2023 7:19 AM
99 A safe place to hang out, play 4/8/2023 7:11 AM
100 Beauty 4/8/2023 1:32 AM
101 A beautiful park full of peaceful people enjoying life. No bums. 4/7/2023 11:06 PM 102 A concert 4/7/2023 10:52 PM
103 A performance from a local band, food trucks and venders are there. My kids are playing on the playground and there are beautiful koi fish and lily pads in the pond. 4/7/2023 10:34 PM
104 The snake. 4/7/2023 9:34 PM
105 N/a 4/7/2023 9:32 PM
106 The river, with natural plantings that have had 10 years to mature. A picnic table in the park within view, enjoying a nice lunch from a group of food trucks set up for the weekend. 4/7/2023 9:23 PM
107 That the park is useable to families and the people of the county because it is safe, and clean, no one is living there, there is no drug use, and no human waste. 4/7/2023 8:43 PM
108 Unknown 4/7/2023 8:42 PM
109 The beautiful versatile use of a property reclaimed from chaos 4/7/2023 8:19 PM 110 How clean and safe and beautiful the park is 4/7/2023 8:05 PM 111 River walk and area to sit and enjoy good food and scenery 4/7/2023 7:29 PM 112 A picnic area near the pond 4/7/2023 6:46 PM
113 A safe green space 4/7/2023 6:31 PM
114 pond, access to the river, the benchland grassy area for a picnic or stroll or to toss the frisbee, etc.
4/7/2023 6:01 PM
115 the event stage and disc golf course 4/7/2023 5:24 PM 116 Learning garden/ Biergarten 4/7/2023 5:18 PM

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117 Beer garden 4/7/2023 5:12 PM
118 The river. 4/7/2023 5:07 PM
119 A clean green park with nice trails and no overnight campers at all 4/7/2023 4:39 PM 120 The dragon slide and the beauty of the park not being scary or filthy 4/7/2023 4:28 PM 121 I would be most excited to show my family how easy it is to get to the park by walking, biking, taking the bus, or a combination of these modes.
4/7/2023 4:14 PM
122 The beauty of the River with lovely paths, benches to sit and enjoy the birds in a natural environment. Lovely works of art along the route and beautiful lights along the way. 4/7/2023 3:45 PM
123 Na 4/7/2023 3:41 PM
124 A functioning park welcoming families and seniors, who are happily using the facilities. I'd also take them to see a musical or other performance.
4/7/2023 3:35 PM
125 Walk along a clean levy, visit the ducks, go see an outdoor music festival 4/7/2023 3:29 PM 126 Just a nice place to have a picnic. 4/7/2023 3:27 PM 127 Flower gardens 4/7/2023 3:25 PM
128 The lack of homeless people and discarded needles. 4/7/2023 3:22 PM 129 its safe now 4/7/2023 3:21 PM
130 no homeless 4/7/2023 3:20 PM
131 the boardwalk is far more exciting. 4/7/2023 3:18 PM 132 Views, quality park 4/7/2023 3:08 PM
133 Families using the park rather than homeless and addicts. 4/7/2023 3:06 PM 134 A clean, safe place to enjoy nature, a long biking trail along the river, and a nice playground. 4/7/2023 3:03 PM 135 Natural elements, to include birds and native plants, including the duck pond and lily pads. 4/7/2023 3:02 PM 136 A beautiful Santa Cruz Botanical Garden with community learning & activities! 4/7/2023 2:57 PM 137 As long as it's not a homeless encampment, I'm sure there would be value in the natural aspect of the area as well as fun or leisurely activities to pursue. 4/7/2023 2:51 PM
138 landscaping of the river area 4/7/2023 2:48 PM
139 The educational component and a space to show that Santa Cruz does care about the environment despite all the massive building that is happening around the park and river. 4/7/2023 2:40 PM
140 A place for parents to sit and have a drink, coffee, or snack while kids play on the playground/ features. A gathering spot for adults and children not just one or the other. 4/7/2023 2:31 PM
141 A safe place that can provide nature, fun events, walks along the River. 4/7/2023 2:30 PM 142 The pond with ducks and birds and maybe some pond turtles. 4/7/2023 2:29 PM 143 Depends if the drug dealers & homeless are still there 4/7/2023 2:26 PM 144 The cleanliness of it, the very natural growth and beauty of the natural habitat. 4/7/2023 2:25 PM 145 Nature first and foremost (as I am a true environmentalist), but also City-hosted events that are social and fun.
4/7/2023 2:25 PM
146 A beautiful river with natural plants and wildlife free from syringes and human feces 4/7/2023 2:23 PM 147 N/A 4/7/2023 2:16 PM
148 nature and peace in a garden setting 4/7/2023 2:09 PM 149 The safety and cleanliness. Kids playing would be a complete change from now 4/7/2023 2:09 PM 150 Events 4/7/2023 2:07 PM

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151 Yes, let’s make it the crown jewel of all parks in the area but geez, I certainly hope it doesn’t take 10 years!!
4/7/2023 2:05 PM
152 That it has become a safe place again to pass through, visit and hang out. 4/7/2023 2:02 PM 153 Clean, drug free, crime free open space. 4/7/2023 2:01 PM 154 Sitting on a patio with a drink overlooking the river 4/7/2023 1:52 PM 155 n/a 4/7/2023 1:41 PM
156 Events, duck pond, playground area for children. 4/7/2023 1:38 PM 157 All cleaned up 4/7/2023 1:25 PM
158 That it is safe for families. 4/7/2023 1:25 PM
159 A revitalized park, and downtown. Safe for children and adults. 4/7/2023 1:10 PM 160 Restored habitat. 4/7/2023 1:02 PM
161 N/A 4/7/2023 12:54 PM
162 ?? 4/7/2023 12:53 PM
163 Japanese Zen garden/duck pond, biking/walking trail, play set for the children 4/7/2023 11:41 AM 164 n/a 4/7/2023 10:59 AM
165 A real park with trees and birds and peaceful surroundings. 4/7/2023 10:41 AM 166 How it is kept clean and maintained, peaceful, community using it because of NO drug camps 4/7/2023 10:23 AM 167 nature, art, history, no homeless 4/7/2023 9:18 AM
168 Native plants! Make California look like California for my visitors. Coastal sagebrush! 4/7/2023 9:15 AM 169 Kids area, wildlife, walking trails, benches 4/7/2023 8:24 AM 170 It’s grace and beauty in the urban center 4/7/2023 8:08 AM 171 An energized, active community space … going for food and to take in some music, a show or outdoor theater
4/7/2023 7:40 AM
172 Nature trails near the river. Clean picnic tables. 4/7/2023 7:38 AM 173 accessible playground, natural habitat for animals 4/7/2023 6:57 AM 174 The nature trails and wild life along the river 4/7/2023 6:23 AM 175 The bike path to travel to see different areas. No drugies or homeless 4/7/2023 6:19 AM 176 How it’s not a blight anymore! 4/7/2023 4:07 AM
177 trees, gardens 4/7/2023 1:34 AM
178 The duck pond snd the river. 4/6/2023 11:44 PM
179 Art, nature, bocce, and nice places to sit and enjoy food trucks and music 4/6/2023 11:38 PM 180 All of it 4/6/2023 11:01 PM
181 native vegetation, a free community event 4/6/2023 10:40 PM 182 Peaceful place for all ages 4/6/2023 10:13 PM
183 a music event, nature trail 4/6/2023 9:58 PM
184 The duck pond 4/6/2023 9:57 PM
185 Animals in their natural habitat at the riverside. 4/6/2023 9:20 PM 186 History repeated with safety in mind for those who wish to enjoy it! 4/6/2023 9:16 PM 187 The nature path. 4/6/2023 9:09 PM

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188 Restored San Lorenzo River with trails and thriving nature and wildlife habitats along w a great accessible playground
4/6/2023 8:56 PM
189 An attractive park across from downtown to go for lunch or a beer next to the river 4/6/2023 8:44 PM 190 Nature walk along the river with features like picnic structures and play structure for kids 4/6/2023 8:38 PM 191 the unique features of this downtown public space, how well it is used, enjoyed and maintained. I'd be proud to have it as part of my downtown with unique opportunities for activity and relaxation and fun family gatherings. This is what it was like when I raised my children here in the 90's.
4/6/2023 8:37 PM
192 A safe clean beautiful space where we can sit on a bench and watch the river. A nice playground and areas to gather. An amphitheater would be a great addition. 4/6/2023 7:10 PM
193 A natural oasis in the city that interprets floodplain habitats 4/6/2023 6:58 PM 194 If the city is considering taking out the pond, perhaps a natural pond or marsh should go in at the Benchlands as a natural alternative
4/6/2023 6:31 PM
195 Trails, peaceful setting, children enjoying the playground -- NO trashy filthy areas as we experienced when the tent city was in place.
4/6/2023 6:12 PM
196 Everything 4/6/2023 6:09 PM
197 The walking path through the beautiful native plant garden full of places to pause and reflect.

Similar to Lithia Park in Ashland OR, or the native plant garden in Golden Gate Park. 4/6/2023 5:55 PM
198 A walk, then we stop for a snack and there is live music that is not too loud for conversation. 4/6/2023 5:50 PM 199 The river, pickleball courts, food truck cluster. 4/6/2023 5:47 PM 200 The fun little beginner bike trail that my kids can ride their bikes to and enjoy with their friends without crossing major roads
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201 Beautiful native landscape 4/6/2023 5:32 PM
202 The range of fun activities and the vibrancy of a fun safe park full of community members 4/6/2023 5:08 PM 203 The overlooks of the river. 4/6/2023 5:00 PM
204 A public event, because of the community feel. 4/6/2023 4:58 PM 205 Maybe the ducks. Probably an event like a concert or Earth Day or SF Mime Troupe or bluegrass music shows (as currently). Or maybe for the social scene, if there is a popular area more like Abbott Square, which I go to often; or even Watsonville Plaza. For the playground, Chanticleer Park is a great model.
4/6/2023 4:58 PM
206 Art, native plants, attend a free performing arts event 4/6/2023 4:44 PM 207 A lovely natural place that is easy and accessible for them to visit, with paths and seating, and some things to look at.
4/6/2023 4:40 PM
208 I'd want them to see that Santa Cruz lived up to its ideals and planned for climate change and displacement with compassion and courage. Specifically by letting the riverbanks mitigate flood impacts while creating a space for everyone to feel welcome, not just wealthy homeowners & visitors.
4/6/2023 3:49 PM
209 Playground, picnic, walk overlooking the river. 4/6/2023 3:35 PM 210 Engaging playground that blends well with the natural setting of the park (lots of wood in the structures, local nature/natural history educational items). Everything well-maintained without being too sterile or formal.
4/6/2023 3:31 PM
211 Egrets, walking paths, a concert 4/6/2023 3:25 PM
212 People using and enjoying this beautiful central park space all the time, and catching an event occurring frequently
4/6/2023 3:20 PM
213 the beauty 4/6/2023 3:02 PM
214 diversity of areas and things to see and do 4/6/2023 2:51 PM

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215 seamless walk between downtown and green space - especially needed as more and more dense housing is being built downtown
4/6/2023 2:51 PM
216 A rational and ethical effort at habitat restoration, substantial climate adaptation, and concerted collective efforts to decompose existing inequities and repair relationships with rightful indigenous stewards of this wet land, as well as more recent residents, particularly those who have been repeatedly excluded, policed, and harmed in such spaces. I would be most eager to show them low-impact adaptation to a dynamic environment, a politically progressive and just sharing and caretaking of commons, opportunities for communal and experiential education, and the return of native Salmonids, amphibians, birds of prey, coastal estuary and riparian chapperel.
4/6/2023 2:51 PM
217 A flourishing riparian habitat. 4/6/2023 2:37 PM
218 Notvsure 4/6/2023 2:36 PM
219 spending time by the beautiful river, having a drink at a bar or cafe there and maybe hanging out for a free concert or live music event.
4/6/2023 2:23 PM
220 Cup of coffee on a beautiful bench area while watching kids playing and walking along the river area to see birds
4/6/2023 2:11 PM
221 I would want to bike there with them to a beer garden to sit down and have an outdoor meal while my kids play on a playground that I can easily supervise. Ideally with some live music! 4/6/2023 2:07 PM
222 No unhoused drug addicted vagrants lying around for starters 4/6/2023 1:51 PM 223 Good vibes of music floating down the river as people are dancing together. Having vendors, artists and nonprofits together, promoting reasons why we should be good to the earth. 4/6/2023 1:45 PM
224 The natural animals living in the area. 4/6/2023 1:43 PM 225 the relationship of the park facilitescto downtown and the river. 4/6/2023 1:37 PM 226 Greenery 4/6/2023 1:35 PM
227 Pond 4/6/2023 1:34 PM
228 I grassy riverside benchland with picnic and strolling areas 4/6/2023 1:10 PM 229 A really really cool playground. A cute outdoor Cafe with good food, surrounded by art & sculptures with native plants.
4/6/2023 1:06 PM
230 Trees and birds 4/6/2023 12:08 PM
231 A festival at the park 4/6/2023 11:59 AM
232 The natural beauty of the river and wildlife. 4/6/2023 11:49 AM 233 The whole layout along the river. Sit and just enjoy. 4/6/2023 11:40 AM 234 A quiet green area with trails 4/6/2023 11:23 AM
235 An inclusive space where all feel invited and safe to spend time in open space 4/6/2023 11:19 AM 236 A park which found a way to incorporate activity and nature. OR, and I recognize this is the polar opposite, but an Ice Arena. We have a huge Sharks fanbase and in a survey I conducted a few years back, there were a large number of interested individuals and families in an Ice Arena in Santa Cruz County
4/6/2023 11:11 AM
237 An aesthetically pleasing, interesting, safe, space near a hopefully vibrant downtown. 4/6/2023 11:11 AM 238 A carousel, food and drink options, shade, seating options. 4/6/2023 10:41 AM 239 The concerts in the park, the educational walking trails with plaques describing the natural conservation,
4/6/2023 10:36 AM
240 Safe and clean places to sit and view the clean river, trails, and picnic grounds. Occasional live music, and links to Pacific Ave. and the beach.
4/6/2023 10:32 AM
241 Just go there and have a picnic. Look at the pond. Hopefully the base of wildlife there in someway.
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242 Explanation of the ecology of the river, birds, history of the town. Then a place to get wonderful food and somewhere lovely to eat.
4/6/2023 10:25 AM
243 A vibrant, healthy riverside park with walking trails. But again, only if there is action taken to curb the drug use and drug dealing.
4/6/2023 10:19 AM
244 Vibrant bird life, beautiful natural landscape, opportunities to stop and chat with neighbors. 4/6/2023 9:50 AM 245 A place to eat and visit, with space for kids to run around. 4/6/2023 9:43 AM 246 Restored natural beauty 4/6/2023 9:24 AM
247 A plaza with restaurantes/bars, and a nice picnic area with possibly live music (not loud though)
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248 River walk 4/6/2023 9:14 AM
249 beautiful natural area along the river 4/6/2023 9:13 AM 250 A good looking amphitheater with a cool band playing on a warm sunny summer evening. Beer in hand taking in the music and a good looking river. Maybe come back the next morning so the kids can play at an awesome playground.
4/6/2023 9:04 AM
251 The fact that it’s a beautiful, natural environment that honors the River next to which it floes, and the wildlife that is allowed to thrive.
4/6/2023 9:02 AM
252 Many people hanging enjoying the park with sufficient restroom facilities. 4/6/2023 9:01 AM 253 A walk along the river 4/6/2023 8:53 AM
254 Open space none threatening 4/6/2023 8:52 AM
255 The new ( world class) wave park facility and completely renovated pond complete with waterfalls, clear water linked e to the wave park.
4/6/2023 8:52 AM
256 A lovely walk along the river; educational pollinator garden; getting some healthy food to sit down for a picnic while the grandkids play in the playground. 4/6/2023 8:46 AM
257 A beautiful and serene locale 4/6/2023 8:44 AM
258 The San Lorenzo River teeming with fish. Use this as a teaching moment to bring back steelhead and coho. Make this the perfect habitat for them. No large noisy events,,to trample the plants just enjoy the river with an overlook, a place to walk down to the river, clean out the trees growing in the river and give the fish a run. Native plants, lots of poppies and native trees.
4/6/2023 8:41 AM
259 That there are people using it not to do drugs and sleep in it. 4/6/2023 8:40 AM 260 The unique nature we have in Santa Cruz (plants, birds, ocean life). A park partly showcasing that would be great.
4/6/2023 8:38 AM
261 The nature trail along the riverbank and the large lawn where they host community events. (OK to serve food during community events but otherwise we don't need food trucks in the park though I suppose the food trucks could be in the courthouse parking if wanted) 4/6/2023 8:33 AM
262 The river from a kayak! 4/6/2023 8:28 AM
263 The beauty 4/6/2023 8:19 AM
264 N/A 4/6/2023 8:10 AM
265 Outdoor natural looking or green fitness areas being used that showcase the history of Santa Cruz.
4/6/2023 8:08 AM
266 I would love to be able to take them to some music in the park with a picnic spread and enjoy the day. Maybe in 10 years I have grandchildren and I would take them to the childrens park after attending the farmers market.
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267 Pickleball 4/6/2023 8:04 AM
268 The tents are gone 4/6/2023 7:59 AM
269 a clean safe open space 4/6/2023 7:52 AM

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270 River walk and the families picnicking 4/6/2023 7:51 AM 271 All 4/6/2023 7:48 AM
272 I would like to go there and have picnics with food and drinks. Sold there, see music, or have community activities, have it be clean and beautiful. I do like to play pickle ball, but there are other pickle ball places if that doesn’t fit well there. 4/6/2023 7:38 AM
273 Zip line and ice skating, food trucks and activities 4/6/2023 7:35 AM 274 Playground and natural beauty. 4/6/2023 7:34 AM
275 The open green space and that there is so much to do and see there. 4/6/2023 7:31 AM 276 A safe park free of screaming homeless people. Model it after the Los Gatos Creek Park! I love the idea of a Ferris wheel or a carousel too. A cafe would be nice . 4/6/2023 7:19 AM
277 Off leash dog area 4/6/2023 7:18 AM
278 A different side to our city other than the beach and the coast, which are amazing, but we also have a river corridor that has shaped our community to what it is today and is an amazing place to be in nature while a short walk downtown, it would also be a great space for the new residence of the high density housing across from river to be outside and enjoy their community. A great walk along river sayin hi to friends and new people, sitting a moment on a bench to watch the sun fall behind the trees and maybe listen to some people laughing and enjoying each other rather than listening to people scream and yell and dragging bags and tents around would be nice. A park that is the heart of the city rather than a park that highlights our communities mental health issues
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279 a nice place to hang out and have a picnic, nature trails would also be nice. 4/6/2023 7:15 AM 280 Miniature dog park and outdoor roller skating area 4/6/2023 7:14 AM 281 The elegant trees and beautiful flower gardens. 4/6/2023 7:08 AM 282 Disc golf, playground, and picnic area. Assuming that it is once again safe to be there with families and kids.
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283 How clean and safe it is 4/6/2023 6:54 AM
284 Natural beauty, cafe,, wildlife 4/6/2023 6:51 AM
285 N/A 4/6/2023 6:43 AM
286 wildlife 4/6/2023 6:22 AM
287 I would take them downtown to grab takeout and go to park for picnic. We did that in early 70s and park was peaceful. Now you might sit on a needle
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288 concerts 4/6/2023 5:38 AM
289 I'd take them there for a mutually interested event. 4/6/2023 5:14 AM 290 the natural beauty and wildlife habitat of the park and river 4/6/2023 3:59 AM 291 river overlook with cafe/cocktail/beer garden/vegan cafe 4/5/2023 11:33 PM 292 Combination of open space and active use that’s used by all segments of the community 4/5/2023 10:31 PM 293 Open green space with bridges and walking/biking paths and trees and a fabulous pond with ducks and geese. There is no such thing as a perfect play ground by the way. 4/5/2023 10:27 PM
294 I think a huge draw would be to connect events and dining/drinks to a beautiful river spot full of nature, and be able to walk or bike from my house to get there, its a great break from downtown that features one of our biggest natural elements and I would be excited my kids and nieces and nephews could enjoy the playground or other sporting activities while hanging out.
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295 Native plant garden 4/5/2023 9:03 PM
296 disc golf and the unique lawn bowling, and the zip line! 4/5/2023 9:02 PM

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297 I would LOVE to have a coffee shop or beer garden in the park with spaces for kids to play and adults to sit and talk. It’s such a beautiful spot by the river! 4/5/2023 8:58 PM
298 Pickle ball courts, lit up for night play. 4/5/2023 8:49 PM 299 Beautiful nature 4/5/2023 8:31 PM
300 The playground if they have kids. Play disc golf. Art installation. 4/5/2023 7:40 PM 301 Aside from some big event, the duck pond. 4/5/2023 7:39 PM 302 N/A 4/5/2023 6:40 PM
303 that ii is restored for public use and enjoyment!! 4/5/2023 6:24 PM 304 The river and wildlife 4/5/2023 6:18 PM
305 Views of the river. I would want the park to be a safe place to visit and sit and talk with friends and family.
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306 Music festival, farmers market, public art. Native plantings. Clean and safe! 4/5/2023 5:55 PM 307 The beautiful bench lands and cared for river with a delightful cafe near by 4/5/2023 5:32 PM 308 The setting 4/5/2023 5:21 PM
309 Nature exhibits. A place to launch a kayak will really connect the park with the river. 4/5/2023 4:53 PM 310 Wildlife at pond and river. Walk the river walk. Take a kayak out on the river. Have a snack and drink.
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311 AAAHHH THE DUCKS QUACKING THE LOONS SWIMMING THE SEAGULLS FLYING AND

THE BAND ENTERTAINING
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312 If the park had food options and a beer garden and I could eat and drink and look at nature and ducks, while my kids play on the playground that would be ideal 4/5/2023 4:07 PM
313 The beautiful outdoor space with views of the river and downtown. A lovely bike ride to the beach. Safe, clean play areas for my grandkids.
4/5/2023 3:44 PM
314 Clean river with lots of wildlife - areas to view the river - an inclusive play area that is packed with multi-generational users - artistically designed walkway through the entire park (not just a path from point A to point B) - live jazz on on stage where you can relax and enjoy the day away.
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315 The reinvisioned pond area with picnic area and benches 4/5/2023 2:48 PM 316 Clean, well-maintained area, SAFE feeling, homeless not hanging around 4/5/2023 2:34 PM 317 Na 4/5/2023 1:27 PM
318 the walk along the river and the connection to downtown 4/5/2023 1:24 PM 319 A thriving riparian habitat and nature area along the river 4/5/2023 1:19 PM 320 It was pretty nice how it was 10-20 years ago, just restore it to that. 4/5/2023 1:11 PM 321 Benches 4/5/2023 1:05 PM
322 I would like the riverfront to be like Lake Merritt in Oakland 4/5/2023 12:54 PM 323 Playground, picnic area, wide comfortable walking paths, shady areas with small restaurants and seating. Art by local artists. Bandstand with local musicians playing. 4/5/2023 12:50 PM
324 n/a 4/5/2023 12:42 PM
325 n/a 4/5/2023 12:40 PM
326 The dragon 4/5/2023 12:35 PM
327 the well maintained and beautiful public bathrooms 4/5/2023 12:13 PM 328 All the birds in the natural area, and a connection and view to the beautiful river. Okay, getting a coffee would be nice.
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329 I hope to take them to enjoy a Santa Cruz event, walk riparian trails, view the river from the footbridge, visit the pond
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330 Interactive riverfront, class A improved playground, class A restrooms. 4/5/2023 9:58 AM 331 Picnic area, dock, boats, recreation areas. 4/5/2023 9:32 AM 332 Beautiful river, places to picnic in the sun, play sports 4/5/2023 9:15 AM 333 The Duck Pond and listen to some music like they used to have. Any any all musical events and/or fairs dedicated to specific topics (i.e., green or arts) 4/5/2023 8:51 AM
334 A natural riparian setting with viewing areas and pathways and picnic areas 4/5/2023 8:48 AM 335 The natural habitat in the middle of the city. 4/5/2023 8:21 AM 336 An urban park 4/5/2023 7:40 AM
337 The walking paths that highlight the natural beauty of the river. 4/5/2023 6:09 AM 338 Concerts, art shows, play area for kids 4/5/2023 12:12 AM 339 The nature restoration, community garden and events. 4/4/2023 11:56 PM 340 Our community enjoying the space 4/4/2023 11:36 PM
341 the river 4/4/2023 11:34 PM
342 If not kids - walking or biking trails 4/4/2023 11:31 PM 343 How popular and fun it is. It’s a destination to have a fun evening enjoying nature and a quick meal, a walk or bike through to other destinations.
4/4/2023 11:25 PM
344 A beautiful walk through natural environment and maybe some events. 4/4/2023 10:16 PM 345 Our beautiful, clean river and its surrounding natural landscape. 4/4/2023 10:03 PM 346 Flood plain used for growing food and natural habitat for migrating water fowl 4/4/2023 9:52 PM 347 the range of possibilities in a public space right off our downtown core. 4/4/2023 9:50 PM 348 All the different people (of all ages) using the park for all kinds of activities while there's also some art/performance thing (at another part) and over here's a place to get a fresh beverage 4/4/2023 9:50 PM
349 A clean safe and well utilized community gathering place 4/4/2023 9:34 PM 350 The lawn bowling, the pond and the view of the San Lorenzo River that does not have a large homeless encampment there.
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351 A clean park, with many features 4/4/2023 9:30 PM
352 How few mentally ill and high people are lying on the ground and how clean the river is 4/4/2023 9:30 PM 353 The small bore rifle range. 4/4/2023 9:24 PM
354 The river from the bridge 4/4/2023 9:02 PM
355 Natural river 4/4/2023 9:00 PM
356 The lack of homeless addicts that once littered its shores. 4/4/2023 8:58 PM 357 A fun playground and events 4/4/2023 8:57 PM
358 A vibrant active space with lots of families and generations enjoying different activities in a space that highlights the natural beauty of the riverine ecosystem. A place where you can grab a bite to eat and a drink and picnic on the lawn or picnic tables and watch the river flow by. A place that feels safe after dark with lighting and live music on occasion without encampments or piles of garbage.
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359 No homeless encampments or needles or human feces anywhere. 4/4/2023 8:44 PM 360 How pleasant and beautiful it is. 4/4/2023 8:40 PM
361 a picnic table to enjoy food we get from the many nearby venues and use the nice natural 4/4/2023 8:21 PM

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environment to visit and eat.
362 Waterfowl and native plant gardens. 4/4/2023 8:11 PM 363 Trails 4/4/2023 8:01 PM
364 wildlife, art, trails (bike and walking), overlooks of river, well kept picnic areas 4/4/2023 8:00 PM 365 All the gardens and disk golf areas! 4/4/2023 7:58 PM 366 Natural river landscape. 4/4/2023 7:55 PM
367 Native garden 4/4/2023 7:36 PM
368 Parkour 4/4/2023 7:35 PM
369 The water lilies and other beautiful Santa Cruz flora and fauna. Maybe a butterfly area? 4/4/2023 7:32 PM 370 Gardens with native plants 4/4/2023 7:13 PM
371 overlooks of San Lorenzo River 4/4/2023 7:09 PM
372 An active beautiful park right across from the Downtown which showcases our wonderful environment and river right next to our bustling urban core. And having an environmental event or wine tasting would be a double bonus
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373 The whole thing. 4/4/2023 6:53 PM
374 beautiful setting, families enjoying, no trash, no people sleeping in park 4/4/2023 6:50 PM 375 Clean public restrooms and places to sit and talk with no garbage around. 4/4/2023 6:47 PM 376 An all ages park that is free from criminality. 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 377 So many fun activities and beautiful sights in the city park 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 378 The beauty and number of people using (not abusing) it. 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 379 Ferris wheel with walking trails, food trucks, live music at the duck pond, people roller skating, kids playing
4/4/2023 6:38 PM
380 the pond/stage area for music. 4/4/2023 6:35 PM
381 The clean river and trees maybe a community garden, in my dreams the river is so clean we go swimming!!!
4/4/2023 6:28 PM
382 all of it, especially if wildlife habitat, trees, pond blossoms/plants are expanded upon, and playground expanded to mimic nature and ADA access/interaction 4/4/2023 6:24 PM
383 Wildlife 4/4/2023 6:21 PM
384 The River 4/4/2023 6:20 PM
385 A lot of citizens using the park for recreation. 4/4/2023 6:20 PM 386 River, pond playground 4/4/2023 6:09 PM
387 The river. Hopefully a nice event going on 4/4/2023 6:05 PM 388 all of the things happen that I mentioned above..... 4/4/2023 6:04 PM 389 No camping and a healthy riparian corridor without garbage 4/4/2023 5:59 PM 390 The river 4/4/2023 5:54 PM
391 Art walks, beautiful restoration site, birding, community garden 4/4/2023 5:53 PM 392 wild river portion 4/4/2023 5:51 PM
393 Fishing and access to the river for kayaking, swimming or stand up paddling 4/4/2023 5:44 PM 394 A nice place to relax, eat lunch, maybe see an event, and experience local wildlife and ecology 4/4/2023 5:43 PM 395 Integration of the park with nature and a sustainable footprint with an amazing kid park 4/4/2023 5:42 PM

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396 How immersed in nature we can be yet be in downtown 4/4/2023 5:40 PM 397 G 4/4/2023 5:34 PM
398 How there is a great recreation area/community space right near downtown and next to the river.
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399 A CLEAN & SAFE green space along the river for all to enjoy & use 4/4/2023 5:34 PM 400 The duck pond, labeled native plants, a clean riverbank, and a picnic area to take food from all the downtown eateries to. I would LOVE to show them that there are no tents, no one asking for handouts, no human or dog waste in the park, and no trash laying all over the place. 4/4/2023 5:32 PM
401 Event space in beautiful river setting 4/4/2023 5:28 PM 402 Ferris wheel 4/4/2023 5:28 PM
403 When I've gone to parks in other communities its generally to walk through to feel the vibe or grab a bite to eat/drink. It's fun to see a variety of activities - I'm thinking of the Brooklyn, NY waterfront with Kayaking next to basketball, or Central Park, NY with people out enjoying the grass next to kids boating on the pond, or the art museum/installation in the heart of El Retiro Park in Madrid, Spain.
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404 A manicured exiting and clean place 4/4/2023 5:10 PM 405 Natural habitat, trails, pond with benches picnic area Pickleball court 4/4/2023 5:08 PM 406 Urban riparian Forest 4/4/2023 4:52 PM
407 A Santa Cruz only non-chain coffee shop near the river. Art, landmark. Weekend food trucks.

A lot of kids playing.
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408 The large area that is grassy or otherwise not camped on. 4/4/2023 4:06 PM 409 Art work for children done in past years. 4/4/2023 2:10 PM 410 The Community Garden and Onsite Composting 4/4/2023 2:02 PM 411 We'd eat some good food, check a pump track or skate park, attend a show or event and peruse the sculpture park. Think MAH but in the park.
4/4/2023 12:39 PM
412 The events 4/4/2023 12:32 PM
413 small well-designed performance space and big riparian habitat 4/4/2023 12:29 PM 414 That Santa Cruz has a vibrant space for families to picnic, watch their children play in a safe playground
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415 1) community events--singers, plays, Earth Day, 2) riparian corridor 3) monuments to Chinatown and the Houseless 4) nice bathrooms 5) kid's murals and or ceramic tile work of Kathleen Crocetti 6) Trees--Live Oak, redwood, Sequoia, and London Plain 4/4/2023 10:41 AM
416 A place with music or events. Families picnicking. Maybe a good spot for the farmers market. 4/4/2023 10:33 AM 417 To view the River, see the green grass and beautiful trees 4/4/2023 10:29 AM 418 Farmers market 4/4/2023 10:01 AM
419 The pond, which has been cleaned up and kids are sailing toy boats on it. 4/4/2023 9:31 AM 420 Bocce, food trucks, amphitheater. 4/4/2023 9:19 AM
421 A nice place where people aren't sleeping on the ground, no one asking for your change & no one yelling obscinities.
4/4/2023 9:04 AM
422 the amazing river that most of downtown has turned its back to 4/4/2023 8:59 AM 423 A ride in the river in my canoe from the convenient seasonal dock! 4/4/2023 8:18 AM 424 n/a 4/4/2023 8:15 AM
425 Bicycle pump track. Trails by the river showcasing Santa Cruz natural beauty. Art/sculptures by local artists that weave and integrate with nature. Amphitheaters for good shows/fun music 4/3/2023 10:30 PM

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for families. Cafe to grab food, a beer or coffee and enjoy the natural beauty and screen of the park.
426 the gigantic orff instruments children can interact with/play. 4/3/2023 10:13 PM 427 A clean, safe walkable space that had a combination of recreation and natural environment with space for events
4/3/2023 10:12 PM
428 A peaceful place to sit with a nature area and comfortable places for picnics. Maybe some kind of garden to visit like The Arboretum at UCSC.
4/3/2023 10:08 PM
429 Lawn bowling green 4/3/2023 9:58 PM
430 That's it's a beautiful and safe place to go with regular foot patrols. Free of a homeless encampment, free of people that are unhinged and screaming, doing drugs out in the open. 4/3/2023 8:54 PM
431 That Santa Cruz now would have its own Riverwalk type of area, incorporating our San Lorenzo River and downtown.
4/3/2023 8:32 PM
432 Dog runs get the most use in urban parks. A skating rink or at least space would be pretty cool; like church of 8 wheels in San Francisco. Some bike lockers and bike repair station would be nice.
4/3/2023 7:32 PM
433 The pond, view of the river, happy kids playing. 4/3/2023 6:31 PM 434 The lawn bowling and bocce ball links 4/3/2023 6:02 PM 435 no junkies 4/3/2023 5:59 PM
436 to play pickelball 4/3/2023 5:57 PM
437 Events, kids park, excercise activities, nature information, community garden 4/3/2023 5:29 PM 438 The zip line/ climbing tower. Sit at the river and have a picnic. Go to a concert. 4/3/2023 4:34 PM 439 the pond...it would be cool to have a carousel or something, or food venues. The pond is literally the best feature of this park...I can't imagine it being removed :( I do think it could be improved...maybe adding some little waterfalls, or just having more staff maintain the gardens??
4/3/2023 4:28 PM
440 the natural riparian habitat trails w. Benches along the river and through the benchlands… a calm, quiet place across from the busy city to stroll and sit in nature and to watch life in the river.
4/3/2023 3:55 PM
441 The activities that could be done but also places to enjoy a meal and/or beverage 4/3/2023 3:51 PM 442 a beautiful park that is lovely to walk around and enjoy. 4/3/2023 3:44 PM 443 habitat restoration 4/3/2023 3:41 PM
444 Rollerskate dance area like 6th Ave Skatin Place at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco 4/2/2023 11:55 PM 445 pickleball courts. The whole family plays and I have made many new friends here playing pickleball
4/2/2023 11:10 PM
446 No homeless people, it feels safe. The hill near the stage offers both shade and sunny spots for audience.
4/2/2023 9:36 PM
447 its a nice place to sit and hang out near downtown 4/2/2023 8:53 PM 448 Walking trails, wildlife 4/2/2023 7:52 PM
449 Nature trail and a vibrant and healthy community gathering place 4/2/2023 7:51 PM 450 A clean river and art 4/2/2023 7:47 PM
451 I would be most excited if the park was used like parks in big cities....families picnicing, people playing frisbee, music, dogs, general enjoyment. 4/2/2023 7:34 PM
452 Homelessness has been solved in Santa Cruz 4/2/2023 7:13 PM 453 riparian area 4/2/2023 6:47 PM

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454 All the homeless people that have grown expotentially and signs that read "warning, may get mugged"
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455 The river 4/2/2023 5:47 PM
456 Art 4/2/2023 5:41 PM
457 A mini Central Park in SC that attracts its citizens and tourists. 4/2/2023 5:38 PM 458 The natural beauty of the place, and maybe some information about the Uypi Indians who once inhabited it.
4/2/2023 5:34 PM
459 Pond- stage -music, lawns, playgrounds 4/2/2023 5:30 PM 460 Food and river views 4/2/2023 5:27 PM
461 Nature. Birds. 4/2/2023 5:25 PM
462 The improved Lawn Bowling area. 4/2/2023 5:14 PM
463 A fun show or event. 4/2/2023 4:44 PM
464 Duck pond and river 4/2/2023 4:33 PM
465 The new bocce courts. 4/2/2023 3:46 PM
466 A safe place to gather and spend time with them. 4/2/2023 3:35 PM 467 Buy a cup of coffee, and sit by the pond while waiting for the lawn bowers to show up. 4/2/2023 2:12 PM 468 walking trails, food trucks and pickle ball courts 4/2/2023 2:10 PM 469 The entire park, and the simple fact that our city was able to offer such a conveniently located and outstanding park to its citizens and visitors.
4/2/2023 2:07 PM
470 Yes 4/2/2023 12:35 PM
471 Gardens 4/2/2023 12:09 PM
472 Native plants and flowers, birding in the heart of the city! 4/2/2023 9:24 AM 473 It should be more of an event based place. Parks just attract homeless. 4/2/2023 1:14 AM 474 A beautiful park to walk through on the way to downtown, attending events and disc golf 4/1/2023 9:00 AM 475 The really cool outdoor music event at the pond stage. 3/31/2023 10:03 PM 476 River 3/31/2023 8:36 PM
477 A clean maintained park 3/31/2023 8:34 PM
478 A huge playground. Sports. Ninja course. Experiences s u don't find elsewhere 3/31/2023 7:50 PM 479 The garden paths and children’s playground 3/31/2023 7:03 PM 480 That you could walk barefoot in the grass without stepping on a used homeless drug addict needle.
3/31/2023 4:54 PM
481 The great river restoration work that was built into the plan. To that point, getting rid of the duck pond and building a more natural backwater of the river that has habitat value (including bird nesting habitat) would be great...along with river interpretive panels/exhibits, natural history talks, etc. I would be super excited to show them how clean the banks of the river are relative to what it has looked like over the past 3 years.
3/31/2023 3:36 PM
482 The laid-back Santa Cruz atmosphere 3/31/2023 3:33 PM 483 Pickleball courts in a beautiful park surrounding. 3/31/2023 2:45 PM 484 Clean natural habitat. Beautiful garden. 3/31/2023 2:40 PM 485 A reclaimed nature area + vibrant environment 3/31/2023 2:25 PM 486 the lack of homeless people living in it. 3/31/2023 1:53 PM 487 I'd point out the positive improvements, hopefully. 3/31/2023 1:38 PM

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488 A place of beauty.. The River 3/31/2023 12:57 PM
489 Time spent on the playground with the children, a short walk along the river, a picnic and frisbee golf on the grass clearing, and no encounters with any drunk or methed out transients on a beautiful sunny day.
3/31/2023 12:06 PM
490 Revamped pond and playground. Cool summer events 3/31/2023 11:54 AM 491 Habitat we can walk to 3/31/2023 10:02 AM
492 A beautiful natural environment running through our city. 3/31/2023 9:29 AM 493 Showing them the efficient irrigation and native plant gardens while waiting in line for a beer at a food truck event.
3/31/2023 9:20 AM
494 Be proud of the beautiful new environment 3/30/2023 10:13 PM 495 The trails. The Natural play structures. Being able to go close to the river. 3/30/2023 9:47 PM 496 We'd sit at a table by the river, drinking coffee and watching children climbing on the rocks.

There'd be interesting birds to try to identify, and friends would come up to say hello. 3/30/2023 8:54 PM
497 A transitional encampment! With a community kitchen and garden that the residents are in charge of, with the oversight of a mutual aid group or nonprofit. 3/30/2023 5:25 PM
498 Probably just how big it is, and how cool it looks 3/30/2023 2:50 PM 499 Unknown 3/30/2023 1:18 PM
500 Grass. Grass and trees. Hopefully live music near the water as well. 3/30/2023 12:19 PM 501 The green space. We live in such a beautiful area with a wealth of incredible native plant life. I really think we should seize opportunities where we can own that, and build with nature in mind.
3/30/2023 12:13 PM
502 How beautiful Sanata Cruz is 3/30/2023 12:00 PM
503 Off leash dog park, agility training, picnic area, shade, benches, dog friendly eating/drinking place. Where I am from there are bar and grills for dog owners. Check out solosparkandpub.com in OKC. BEST place ever and this is what SC NEEDS 3/30/2023 11:14 AM
504 n/a 3/30/2023 10:46 AM
505 The trails and the dog park. 3/30/2023 9:54 AM
506 A safe family-friendly place to gather and eat. 3/30/2023 9:53 AM 507 I would love to show off the beautiful riverfront! If there were a place to enjoy a sunny day and show how our community has restored the SL river and how the park has been updated for responsible recreation, that would be a huge win!
3/30/2023 9:30 AM
508 Don’t know 3/30/2023 9:20 AM
509 a safe clean park with a variety of things to do, ride bike, playground for kiddies, pickleball, lawns for picnics...
3/30/2023 8:22 AM
510 A area/stage/platform to witness a vibrant Santa Cruz with views of downtown and (hopefully) a redeveloped County center; also, using that stage as a way to show off the excitement of the park from the vantage point of downtown and the County center. A focal point to see and be seen at an urban scale, analogous to the staircases of Garnier's Paris Opera House. 3/30/2023 7:36 AM
511 Pickleball courts 3/29/2023 10:11 PM
512 carousal 3/29/2023 8:21 PM
513 The clean and safe park 3/29/2023 8:04 PM
514 People of all ages enjoying playing pickleball to stay healthy and in communication with people to avoid social isolation
3/29/2023 7:31 PM
515 I don't really get this question. I guess it would be to take them to a nice City event. Musicfood trucks-movies in the park, etc.3/29/2023 7:01 PM

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516 Picnic tables and benches around an exciting play area with lots of walkers and dog people enjoying a downtown space.
3/29/2023 6:45 PM
517 How to meditate and relax. Maybe some music and educational displays 3/29/2023 5:43 PM 518 Take them to an event 3/29/2023 5:35 PM
519 Nature 3/29/2023 5:23 PM
520 The natural environment, ducks, geese. The river! 3/29/2023 5:09 PM 521 pickleball 3/29/2023 4:21 PM
522 A CLEAN and SAFE gathering spot for local and large events. 3/29/2023 4:13 PM 523 River trails 3/29/2023 4:12 PM
524 something clean and not full of homeless trash and needles everywhere 3/29/2023 3:47 PM 525 N/A 3/29/2023 3:45 PM
526 Hopefully everything 3/29/2023 3:35 PM
527 Pickleball courts and safe playground. 3/29/2023 2:59 PM 528 All of it 3/29/2023 2:51 PM
529 N/A 3/29/2023 2:42 PM
530 Dog park and pond 3/29/2023 2:23 PM
531 A community-managed garden/nature trails 3/29/2023 1:51 PM 532 Arts 3/29/2023 1:51 PM
533 Vibrancy, cleanliness, engaged in cultural activities (live free music or theater) and events (Christmas in the park, summer movies or otherwise, etc.) 3/29/2023 1:50 PM
534 The amazing playground and community space 3/29/2023 1:29 PM 535 A beautifully landscaped park with places to sit and enjoy the natural beauty, with meandering trails, and places to sit. An escape from the concrete and traffic surrounding it. Make it a place someone would love to capture in a painting.
3/29/2023 12:32 PM
536 art at park 3/29/2023 11:42 AM
537 Riverside dining options 3/29/2023 11:32 AM
538 how we got rid of the drugs had festivals 3/29/2023 11:18 AM 539 Take a walk through the natural areas & to play pickle ball 3/29/2023 11:10 AM 540 The river 3/29/2023 10:59 AM
541 nature surrounding family activities 3/29/2023 10:49 AM 542 The duckpond is a very unique feature of this park. It’s my favorite feature. 3/29/2023 10:41 AM 543 . 3/29/2023 10:28 AM
544 Walking the dog, grabbing an ice cream cone or yummy sandwich and sitting at a picnic table, and getting ready to watch a local band play. Or having a first Friday event and having a section of it at the park with food trucks and a band with interactive art exhibits 3/29/2023 10:16 AM
545 Nature 3/29/2023 9:43 AM
546 an active community enjoying the park 3/29/2023 9:35 AM 547 A safe place to be that is full of activities for young and old. 3/29/2023 9:23 AM 548 Pickle ball, outdoor sculptures, plaza 3/29/2023 9:10 AM 549 The idea that I discussed in the previous question. 3/29/2023 9:07 AM 550 yes, views of the river 3/29/2023 9:02 AM

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551 That it’s clean and used by all segments of public 3/29/2023 8:57 AM 552 Na 3/29/2023 8:52 AM
553 people having fun, playing. 3/29/2023 8:45 AM
554 A fun festival or fair. Or someday I'd love to take my grandkids to play at the playground like I did as a kid and my 20 year old daughter did as well. Right now it's a garbage dump because the City allowed it to become one. If you're picking up an angry tone, you'd be correct. I am furious we allowed our park to turn into the disgrace we saw last summer. DISGUSTING! 3/29/2023 8:18 AM
555 its clean, well maintained and safe. this beautiful location was invested in for our community to enjoy.
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556 The walking trails 3/29/2023 7:51 AM
557 An event with food and drink with music and vendors, along the river. 3/29/2023 7:47 AM 558 The open, natural beauty of the area. We'd most likely be going for a walk and then going downtown to eat lunch. If they have children, then the park would hopefully provide a... SAFE, ODOR FREE experience where we wouldn't come across needles, human poop, crazy people, drug dealers, hos, or people advocating on their behalf. 3/29/2023 7:46 AM
559 Beautiful landscaping 3/29/2023 7:30 AM
560 hiking trails 3/29/2023 7:10 AM
561 events 3/29/2023 7:00 AM
562 A sculpture and plaque commemorating the first annual Gay Pride gathering in 1975 in San Lorenzo Park. It was revolutionary to be “out” in public at the time! 3/29/2023 6:09 AM
563 Citizens of all ages and cultural backgrounds enjoying the outdoors both actively and reflectively
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564 Pickleball courts. 3/29/2023 2:37 AM
565 Pickleball courts 3/29/2023 2:26 AM
566 A clean, safe area with activities 3/29/2023 2:08 AM 567 Honestly I’d take them to the beach …. 3/29/2023 12:48 AM 568 That it is beautiful, accessible, educational and has something for every age to enjoy. That it brings people together and people feel safe and comfortable. 3/28/2023 11:55 PM
569 Natural area and river 3/28/2023 11:00 PM
570 The coolest, biggest. Most feature-filled off leash dog park! 3/28/2023 10:59 PM 571 Pickleball cts, picnic area, 3/28/2023 9:54 PM
572 Pickleball courts 3/28/2023 9:53 PM
573 walking along the riverfront 3/28/2023 9:12 PM
574 huh. I could be dead in 10 years from now. 3/28/2023 9:04 PM 575 The river 3/28/2023 8:53 PM
576 The entire park and the variety of opportunities available where one can feel safe 3/28/2023 8:52 PM 577 N/A 3/28/2023 8:45 PM
578 Vibrant all ages activities safe and beautiful 3/28/2023 8:37 PM 579 How clean and fun walking and exploring the park and the end it with a nice picnic 3/28/2023 8:34 PM 580 a beautiful park without houseless druggies 3/28/2023 8:29 PM 581 N/a 3/28/2023 8:27 PM
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583 Our wonderful riparian forest with trails, overlooks, benches, digitalized information stations about the flora and fauna of the area.
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584 A wide variety of uses 3/28/2023 7:54 PM
585 A clean and beautiful space that is used for activities. I'd want to do an activity there with my relatives/friends as I already do in other parts of town. 3/28/2023 7:52 PM
586 A three story lighthouse 3/28/2023 7:49 PM
587 The pickleball facilities and the nature conservation features 3/28/2023 7:48 PM 588 Pickle ball courts 3/28/2023 7:31 PM
589 That it is an area that is incorporated into the downtown area. An area that is peaceful, welcoming & free of filth and people wandering aimlessly yelling at you, selling drugs and leaving their garbage behind. An area that is SAFE.
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590 Pickleball courts close enough to walk to town for food/beverage/shopping after 3/28/2023 7:20 PM 591 Not a likely destination. Prefer forests and beaches. 3/28/2023 7:18 PM 592 A beautiful river bank that is relaxing and enjoyable. 3/28/2023 7:07 PM 593 Pickleball courts 3/28/2023 7:06 PM
594 Pickleball courts and nature area 3/28/2023 7:06 PM 595 Pond and natural features like the river, 3/28/2023 7:05 PM 596 I am very impressed with playground design and high usage of Chanticlear Park kids area.. and other activities there
3/28/2023 7:05 PM
597 How safe my park is. I see people enjoying healthy activities, not a bunch of sketchy characters loitering.
3/28/2023 7:00 PM
598 a natural place with the pond and playground, chess and a clean safe restroom 3/28/2023 6:50 PM 599 Natural beauty close to downtown that is vibrant with people 3/28/2023 6:33 PM 600 Nice spot along the river 3/28/2023 6:31 PM
601 N/a 3/28/2023 6:31 PM
602 Pickleball courts 3/28/2023 6:29 PM
603 No tents 3/28/2023 6:11 PM
604 The river 3/28/2023 5:58 PM
605 Permanent pickleball courts 3/28/2023 5:56 PM
606 The pickleball courts, the hiking and biking trails. 3/28/2023 5:54 PM 607 refreshed playground, pickleball courts, and food trucks/vendors. Also the occasional large event.
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608 Natural habit, sports facilities in use, area to sit and chat. 3/28/2023 5:43 PM 609 Open space 3/28/2023 5:37 PM
610 the greenery and hiking through the park 3/28/2023 5:31 PM 611 Pickle ball courts 3/28/2023 5:30 PM
612 Event like Spring fair Music! 3/28/2023 5:30 PM
613 Cool paths, interactive and historical teachings 3/28/2023 5:28 PM 614 Pickleball courts 3/28/2023 5:27 PM
615 Pickleball and events 3/28/2023 5:25 PM
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617 I'd dredge the damn river as it's always turned into a wasteland and not very pretty. The park would be a fun place to go to, maybe similar to Abbot Square, some other venue for music and enjoyment.
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618 A beautiful oasis to walk through and/or spend time in. 3/28/2023 5:01 PM 619 Pickleball courts 3/28/2023 4:57 PM
620 The pickleball courts. 3/28/2023 4:57 PM
621 The Pickleball courts along with a music venue 3/28/2023 4:55 PM 622 N/a 3/28/2023 4:52 PM
623 Nature Trails and Pickleball courts. 3/28/2023 4:49 PM 624 Picnic and watch people having fun. Grandkids to be able to play in the playground safely 3/28/2023 4:49 PM 625 I'd like to show them a clean and peaceful park with no vagrants. 3/28/2023 4:48 PM 626 pickleball courts full of players, clean restrooms, and picnic facilities 3/28/2023 4:47 PM 627 BIKE TRAIL 3/28/2023 4:47 PM
628 How it went from a human garbage dump to a place people could walk to from downtown to either sit and chat or read a book or watch kids enjoy the playground or other activities. 3/28/2023 4:46 PM
629 Nature, birds, plants 3/28/2023 4:45 PM
630 pond with ducks 3/28/2023 4:44 PM
631 pickle ball courts 3/28/2023 4:43 PM
632 pickleball courts 3/28/2023 4:42 PM
633 A beautiful park with playgrounds and Picklebal Courts and music stage 3/28/2023 4:40 PM 634 Natural habitat 3/28/2023 4:24 PM
635 The way the city used mow-able native vegetation and regular native plantings. Also the serpent!
3/28/2023 4:22 PM
636 A beautiful safe clean park. Right now it is just too dirty and dangerous. 3/28/2023 4:18 PM 637 Walking across the bridge looking up or down the river. 3/28/2023 4:12 PM 638 A beautiful, calm spot next to the river. 3/28/2023 3:53 PM 639 Trail, picnic area, beer garden, the (clean) river, other families using the park, marker markets 3/28/2023 3:48 PM 640 The pond and the ADA for my disabled Grandchildren because you never see that option in most parks.
3/28/2023 3:44 PM
641 Lawn / flood plane area, San Lorenzo River, Levee's, Footbridge, 3/28/2023 3:13 PM 642 the open space 3/28/2023 3:04 PM
643 how nice it is. 3/28/2023 2:58 PM
644 The landscape 3/28/2023 2:58 PM
645 The river 3/28/2023 2:49 PM
646 A well maintained park (clean and safe) with picnic areas but I keep thinking with tables come vagrants.
3/28/2023 2:32 PM
647 No tents, no open air drug use, no mentally ill people, no crime, etc. A clean, safe city. 3/28/2023 2:15 PM 648 N/A 3/28/2023 2:11 PM
649 A safe, family oriented recreation area with events and food. 3/28/2023 2:09 PM 650 Flowers, trees, the river, birds 3/28/2023 1:59 PM
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652 The views. 3/28/2023 1:50 PM
653 n/a 3/28/2023 1:50 PM
654 The playground. 3/28/2023 1:35 PM
655 beautiful pond with native plants, animal habitat area, walking paths, Art/structures to view, and light food/coffee available especially easy stuff: pizza, beverages, coffee stand stuff? 3/28/2023 1:35 PM
656 The pond 3/28/2023 1:28 PM
657 Part of the past (ie the snake slide in the playground) combined with new features. This park should never become a camping ground like skid row ever again. 3/28/2023 1:28 PM
658 NA 3/28/2023 1:17 PM
659 Nice cultural event to bring lawn chairs-food and wine event at same time. 3/28/2023 1:15 PM 660 walking near the river 3/28/2023 1:14 PM
661 The ice rink 3/28/2023 1:10 PM
662 I would take them on a walk along the walking trails that meander through the restored riparian areas along the river to see the community/educational garden that features a section of native plants and a section of pollinator plants etc., maybe a class on vegetable gardening for local kids is going on at the moment and we listen in.
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663 The river 3/28/2023 12:52 PM
664 the cool natural use of the beach land area 3/28/2023 12:44 PM 665 the food, beverages, and activities. 3/28/2023 12:43 PM 666 A well used urban oasis full of positive and healthy activities for the tax payers to enjoy. NO JUNKIES ALLOWED!
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667 That it is a CLEAN, and SAFE place to be. 3/28/2023 12:42 PM 668 The clean pond 3/28/2023 12:41 PM
669 A beautiful safe peaceful natural park to enjoy wildlife and the river. 3/28/2023 12:41 PM 670 the total recovery from the waste land that it had become while being a campground for drug addicts, thieves and other social miscreants
3/28/2023 12:38 PM
671 clean, beautiful park that is something to be proud of instead of a dirty place where homeless camp out, leave trash and use drugs
3/28/2023 12:33 PM
672 Not encampments and needles 3/28/2023 12:30 PM
673 The pond 3/28/2023 12:29 PM
674 An environmentally sound park that the whole community can walk, play and picnic in, free from drugs and antisocial behavior.
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675 Great place in Central Santa cruz 3/28/2023 12:28 PM 676 The new Farmers Market 3/28/2023 12:24 PM
677 Anything that the park has to provide as long as it’s not over-run by unhoused people who are openly using drugs
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678 n/a 3/28/2023 12:23 PM
679 the pond 3/28/2023 12:22 PM
680 The landscaping 3/28/2023 12:20 PM
681 Events 3/28/2023 12:13 PM
682 Lack of homekess 3/28/2023 12:06 PM
683 Grabbing delicious bites/beverages at the food trucks and then walking to the improved pond to sit and talk before taking the kids over to the playground. 3/28/2023 11:51 AM

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684 The Duck Pond and the foot bridge that goes over the San Lorenzo River. 3/28/2023 11:40 AM 685 Nature trails 3/28/2023 11:24 AM
686 Santa Cruz has not abandoned its unhoused community or forced them into the periphery. The city has demonstrated its ethical excellence and made the unhoused population welcome in the heart of town
3/28/2023 11:04 AM
687 A clean, safe park. 3/28/2023 10:53 AM
688 How fun and clean it is. How beloved it is by families. The mix of nature and fun playgrounds and food and beverage options
3/28/2023 10:48 AM
689 The (future) beauty of the San Lorenzo river 3/28/2023 10:38 AM 690 That the park is now safe to use. 3/28/2023 10:19 AM 691 Families and young professionals gathering to watch the sunset enjoying a cafe/beer garden with kids playing on grass
3/28/2023 10:08 AM
692 how well the park integrates the natural resources into a friendly community experience, which shows the City's environment engagement/values.
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693 Nature trails 3/28/2023 9:52 AM
694 Cool events like food trucks 3/28/2023 9:14 AM
695 Park without homeless camps 3/28/2023 9:06 AM
696 to go to an event at the park (like Shakespeare Santa Cruz) 3/28/2023 9:02 AM 697 A clean natural park with no panhandlers and no one screaming 3/28/2023 9:00 AM 698 the beauty of the area/river and being able to access it without fear of safety 3/28/2023 8:58 AM 699 how clean it is and the diversity of folks using it 3/28/2023 8:57 AM 700 concerts in the park while having dinner from one of the many vendors that sell food and drink in the park.
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701 a live music event/festival with epic food/beverage options. 3/28/2023 8:39 AM 702 A nice place to eat outside to enjoy Santa Cruz beauty. 3/28/2023 8:29 AM 703 N/A 3/28/2023 8:19 AM
704 the wildlife and beauty of the outdoors 3/28/2023 7:51 AM 705 The lovely park that my nieces and nephews played at when they were children. The clean and safe environment.
3/28/2023 7:31 AM
706 A place to have lunch and sit outside that’s close to but not in downtown. 3/28/2023 7:22 AM 707 The pond, which would feature colorful koi fish. 3/28/2023 12:55 AM 708 The relaxing remodeled pond area surrounded by art pieces a water fountain and ducks roaming around. We can grab lunch downtown or nearby shack and sit in the picnic tables around the pond.
3/27/2023 11:34 PM
709 pickleball 3/27/2023 8:34 PM
710 an outdoor place to sit outside while visiting downtown/picnic area or sports fields 3/27/2023 7:24 PM 711 Natural park 3/27/2023 7:10 PM
712 ? 3/27/2023 6:27 PM
713 San Lorenzo river, birds, and other wildlife. Would love for family to come in for events at the park, music and food
3/27/2023 5:15 PM
714 The pond and all the new play structures..oh and the snake climbing structure from the past would be a great hit if that is still there.
3/27/2023 5:14 PM
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716 Love the idea of an inclusive park. Also like the ampitheatre idea. 3/27/2023 5:06 PM 717 Interesting playground structures Natural integration 3/27/2023 4:49 PM 718 A beautiful safe area. My parents talk about the water festivals that were on the river back in the 40s and 50s. The river is such a pretty asset, we should make it available to all. 3/27/2023 4:48 PM
719 Birds 3/27/2023 4:32 PM
720 An area that is clean, active, dog-friendly, and with food and drink options 3/27/2023 4:12 PM 721 Nature trails and a rewilded area with indigenous species and no colonial era additions 3/27/2023 4:06 PM 722 Events at the park 3/27/2023 3:46 PM
723 live music/comedy/educational talks/yoga classes/, beer garden/bar and food trucks near the beautiful river. this is a lot more casual than a massive concert or event. 3/27/2023 3:25 PM
724 Beautiful and NATURAL wetlands, Duck pond with happy ducks and fish in it, peaceful and clean environment that makes one happy, charming and fun playground. I feel like the cement snake, while a bit dangerous and awkward, is important and should be kept. Maybe build a reptile/amphibian theme around that piece? My kids loved that snake and I also am fond of the lion water fountain, though I don't know if it's still there. 3/27/2023 3:17 PM
725 na 3/27/2023 3:08 PM
726 I would want them to see how the space is being used in a variety of ways by people of all ages. Maybe there is a photo shoot for a quinceria in one section, a soccer game, kids playing on a playground, students studying at the cafe. I would want them to see how this space brings community together.
3/27/2023 2:55 PM
727 The Pickleball courts with a view of the river as well as access to the riverwalk which is the Crown Jewel of Santa Cruz's downtown...
3/27/2023 2:52 PM
728 The carousel and then go get a coffee or hot chocolate and cinnamon churros and then go on the pedal boat like a Disney Land or Great America parks in the evening look magical with lights and the green trees and benches to sit and enjoy the evening or day. I would add a wood bridge so you can see the pond water below? Like Disney Land. 3/27/2023 2:47 PM
729 That no homeless people are there. That it is safe. That patrolling parties are there to immediately remove any individuals who are compromising the principles of community. 3/27/2023 2:46 PM
730 Off leash dog park and a clean picnic area near the river. Having safe, clean bike and pedestrian access to the river would be ideal. Outside gathering areas near commercial venues.
3/27/2023 2:34 PM
731 The playground use that incorporates the natural area. The river and coastal wetlands. The duck pond seems odd given the fact it is right next to a natural body of water and so close to the ocean.
3/27/2023 2:28 PM
732 The duck pond, a roller skating area and a carousel. 3/27/2023 2:24 PM 733 Pond and Garden 3/27/2023 2:19 PM
734 A Clean park. 3/27/2023 2:17 PM
735 a clean and safe park. 3/27/2023 2:10 PM
736 A natural space that highlights the riverside aspect of the park 3/27/2023 1:57 PM 737 The river, natural features, and interactive stuff. 3/27/2023 1:54 PM 738 Nature paths through the benchlands. The levee path connecting the city. The pedestrian bridge over the river. A cafe to get a coffee and drink it at a bench or table in a community plaza
3/27/2023 1:54 PM
739 The river and natural beauty around it. 3/27/2023 1:47 PM 740 The pond - just like now. The bridge over the river is also nice. In reality, it will probably still be overrun by homeless people and I wouldn't take them anywhere near it. 3/27/2023 1:45 PM
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742 Nothing, this should be a parking structure for employees. 3/27/2023 1:43 PM 743 n/a 3/27/2023 1:41 PM
744 I would be excited to show them native plant trails and the food trucks near the playground where there is lots of climbing areas for kids and adults as well as the community garden area with a section of native species
3/27/2023 1:39 PM
745 outdoor dining in a natural environment that is thriving with activity. 3/27/2023 1:38 PM 746 Art, walking bath, food trucks 3/27/2023 1:37 PM
747 more of a plaza like area, something like the walking trail in New york 3/27/2023 1:34 PM 748 Picnic area, all-inclusive playground fenced in, and the lily pads in the pond 3/27/2023 1:25 PM 749 The playground or outdoor dining/recreational area 3/27/2023 1:25 PM 750 clean 3/27/2023 1:21 PM
751 not sure 3/27/2023 1:19 PM
752 spectrum of uses and activities and fun place to gather in the central part of the city 3/27/2023 1:17 PM 753 Art/sculpture, duck pond, picnic area to have lunch and relax. 3/27/2023 1:14 PM 754 concert or civic event/rally 3/27/2023 1:12 PM
755 The lack of homeless people making the park an intimidating and unfriendly place to be. 3/27/2023 1:06 PM 756 Some sort of flood proof Greek ampitheatre, like the Berkeley Greek Ampitheater that also preserves the natural order of things because there are birds here that survive, that survive on the flood banks of the San Lorenzo River. I wouldn't cut trees down unless they were already dead. It would be best to build on what's there but yeah, maybe emulate something like the stage experience by the Octogon in the downtown.
3/27/2023 1:00 PM
757 Probably 1st pictures, that I have of all the long time use and destruction, rat infestation, open drug use, and discuss. And now to show them a complete turnaround. (hopefully) 3/27/2023 12:59 PM
758 an integrated San Lorenzo River/park nature trail 3/27/2023 12:27 PM 759 The bike paths. I would love for them to be widened, as well as the bridge over the river so that it can be more of a multi-use path like the one over by Highway 1. Then I can ride through town with my guests and show them the beauty of our town.
3/27/2023 12:25 PM
760 Reserve space for a family picnic/gathering by the river and the kids play on the playground.

Attend an amazing food truck event some time.
3/27/2023 12:18 PM
761 The thriving botanical garden 3/27/2023 12:16 PM
762 Would love to be able to take my wife to an event in downtown or at the park where she would not get harassed…honestly have not been able to do that for 20+ years….someplace where we can feel safe and relaxed…skating…romantic walks…family picnics…small wine,beer,art festivals….
3/27/2023 12:12 PM
763 music festival 3/27/2023 12:10 PM
764 A clean and safe park that all ages can enjoy. 3/27/2023 12:08 PM 765 Just a nice overall place to walk about with various activities. 3/27/2023 12:06 PM 766 The pond with all the wildlife and the little footbridge with the trees surrounding it. And of course, Duck Island Stage
3/27/2023 11:53 AM
767 nature trails, ponds, art 3/27/2023 11:47 AM
768 The beautiful setting for positive public use of our public spaces. 3/27/2023 11:47 AM 769 Its natural beauty. 3/27/2023 11:46 AM
770 Foot paths throughout the park, nature, & the water feature while having the kids play at the 3/27/2023 11:45 AM

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771 Playground 3/27/2023 11:44 AM
772 The awesome climbing features of the playground, the picnic area, the place to go down and throw rocks in the river, the bike trail through the trees 3/27/2023 11:39 AM
773 Farmer's Markets, Craft Shows, Live Music, Fleamarket and/or festivals(think Art & Wine) 3/27/2023 11:34 AM 774 Birds, river, trees. 3/27/2023 11:32 AM
775 The renovation. 3/27/2023 11:28 AM
776 The river and natural beauty of the area. 3/27/2023 11:24 AM 777 events 3/27/2023 11:23 AM
778 Kid would be too old for playground, but watch kids use it and pump track, get some nice food and eat outside, enjoy the vibe by the river.
3/27/2023 11:23 AM
779 If there were drinks and food sold in the park, and if there were maintained flowers and plants to create a nice atmosphere.
3/27/2023 11:22 AM
780 N/A 3/27/2023 11:21 AM
781 Clean and safe. 3/27/2023 11:21 AM
782 Strolling through an integrated park experience that provides nature viewing, historic and art play activities. Take a look at the whale art and native play structure features in the park along Cabrillo in Santa Barbara. Would also love mid-sized events like Earth Day, weekday farmers market, and an "art in the park" vendor experience like Sundays in Santa Barbara. 3/27/2023 11:21 AM
783 The beautiful natural wonder of a restored estuary 3/27/2023 11:17 AM 784 The river 3/27/2023 11:16 AM
785 ice skating and wildlife! 3/27/2023 11:13 AM
786 Music, Food, and it be back to the beauty it was 10 years ago. 3/27/2023 11:13 AM 787 A safe park that has lots of kids playing in it that also hosts fun and exciting events. 3/27/2023 11:11 AM 788 The pond, baby ducks, turtles, frogs, etc. 3/27/2023 11:11 AM 789 A large event or food trucks/beer garden 3/27/2023 11:10 AM 790 No homeless people 3/27/2023 11:07 AM
791 A clean nature integrated public space that meets the needs of the community. 3/27/2023 11:07 AM 792 N/A 3/27/2023 11:06 AM
793 any events or a decent place to walk around and enjoy the river. 3/27/2023 11:04 AM 794 Food trucks on a beautiful day, great place to lunch and see the sculpture garden. 3/27/2023 11:03 AM 795 clean and safe area 3/27/2023 11:03 AM
796 How versatile the area is from the bike trails/pumptrack to the playground for all our children, and areas for families/groups to congregate.
3/27/2023 11:03 AM
797 Bike features 3/27/2023 11:02 AM
798 The homeless encampments that reappeared because it's something they don't see in their own towns
3/27/2023 11:02 AM
799 Maybe take a walk on a trail or use a recreational sports area. 3/27/2023 11:02 AM 800 I don't really have an idea about what would be in an ideal park, except that it would be awesome to have events there again. A place to roller skate would be so cool too. 3/27/2023 11:01 AM
801 Festivals, pond/fountain/gardens, trails & wetlands 3/27/2023 10:59 AM 802 the wildlife! (ospreys, ducks, herons, and now bald eagles frequent the waterway) 3/27/2023 10:57 AM

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803 Artwork, sculptures. Natural beauty of the river/riverbed. 3/27/2023 10:57 AM 804 Native birds and wildflowers. Nothing else. 3/27/2023 10:57 AM 805 Any new features. 3/27/2023 10:56 AM
806 The proximity to the river if the park was made into something nice, safe, walkable. Also, I have walked with my daughter when she was Nannying to the duck pond and the kids loved it. 3/27/2023 10:56 AM
807 Beautiful gardens and a river walk with some good food for a picnic. Kids playing on a play place.
3/27/2023 10:55 AM
808 events, food, markets, sight seeing 3/27/2023 10:53 AM 809 No homeless. 3/27/2023 10:53 AM
810 Walk around 3/27/2023 10:52 AM
811 Trails along the river, beautiful birds along the river. Lovely picnic areas to enjoy lunch and gathering.
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812 Art sculptures, nature trails, historical landmarks. 3/27/2023 10:51 AM 813 natural features, ducks & pond, dog park 3/27/2023 10:50 AM 814 Hopefully a fun live event with music 3/27/2023 10:50 AM 815 The disc golf course. 3/27/2023 10:49 AM
816 How the park has been redesign in a modern urban park with activities next to the downtown central business district.
3/27/2023 10:48 AM
817 Pump track and humane treatment of unhoused people coexisting peacefully with a well maintained park
3/27/2023 10:48 AM
818 Thriving floodplain restoration vegetation from the levee trails, which are clean and free of trash and flood debris. We could see fish and aquatic life in the river and birds overhead. 3/27/2023 10:47 AM
819 Busy basketball court, lots of kids in the play area, some kind of game in the flats, and a quiet spot on the east bank of the river to (comfortably) sit and watch the water flow by. 3/27/2023 10:46 AM
820 Open space, food options, families enjoying the park. 3/27/2023 10:46 AM 821 How peaceful it generally is 3/27/2023 10:46 AM
822 an area that is inclusive of kids (playgrounds) and adults (picnic tables with shade) that includes restrooms that are not so secluded.
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823 how active the park is 3/27/2023 10:44 AM
824 facilities 3/27/2023 10:44 AM
825 N/A 3/27/2023 10:43 AM
826 Something along the lines of the park in ashland, or. Combination of trails with natural features for kids, with playgrounds, and close to commercial areas 3/27/2023 10:43 AM
827 Not a tent encampment 3/27/2023 10:41 AM
828 The amazing playground my grandkids can play on, the community fitness and mindfulness classes taking place on the grass, my favorite local band on the stage. 3/27/2023 10:41 AM
829 Nature, music, in a safe and clean environment. 3/27/2023 10:41 AM 830 A beautiful riverwalk that showcases the San Lorenzo. 3/27/2023 10:40 AM 831 How clean it has become. 3/27/2023 10:40 AM
832 n/a 3/27/2023 10:40 AM
833 Simply a safe, well integrated community space with multiple use options that gracefully highlights the San Lorenzo River.
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835 nature trails along the benchlands 3/27/2023 10:38 AM 836 The pond. The birds rely on it for their nesting. It is a very special place. The levy path is also great.
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837 Food truck area. Safe playground for kids. Peaceful and safe picnic areas. 3/27/2023 10:38 AM 838 An event like music 3/27/2023 10:38 AM
839 Nature 3/27/2023 10:37 AM
840 The natural features/wildlife 3/27/2023 10:37 AM
841 Enjoying the beautiful space while enjoying some event that supports local business and talent.
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842 an afternoon concert with beer garden and food trucks 3/27/2023 10:36 AM 843 The river seems like a wonderful natural feature that we should celebrate. Could you create a swimming area? Could you make it a summertime destination with food trucks, and moveable outdoor furniture, concerts, cultural events? Could you have Parks & Rec run programs there-- painting, crafts, exercise classes? If it felt SAFE and had these features, it would be used. 3/27/2023 10:36 AM
844 the pond 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
845 N/A 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
846 The duck pond 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
847 Beautiful meadow and river side beauty. 3/27/2023 10:35 AM 848 The natural environment next to the river. 3/27/2023 10:35 AM 849 a more dynamic park that engages with the river via gravel sand paths in the river bottom, exceptional playground, plaza, slate of events for the open space/plaza - take it back attitude 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
850 The duck pond. 3/27/2023 10:34 AM
851 Colorful flowering-tree-lined walking paths 3/27/2023 10:34 AM 852 I would take them to a festival or event. Otherwise I would most likely take them to the beach. 3/27/2023 10:33 AM 853 The herons and other birds thriving in a native habitat. Some fun places to grab a bite. A large portion of the community gathering to the space because it is safe, clean, and cared for. 3/27/2023 10:33 AM
854 Food trucks 3/27/2023 10:32 AM
855 The beauty of Santa Cruz and how much we make the outdoors our play area. And not filled with trash, graffiti, and the problems of homelessness. 3/27/2023 10:32 AM
856 an area free from drug use and homeless 3/27/2023 10:32 AM 857 disc golf 3/27/2023 10:31 AM
858 Food trucks or cafe in outdoor setting 3/27/2023 10:31 AM 859 A clean SAFE place to be outside. 3/27/2023 10:30 AM 860 The pond. We waded in it the FIRST day it was filled with water. 3/27/2023 10:30 AM 861 trails from park to beach 3/27/2023 10:30 AM
862 the lack of homeless people 3/27/2023 10:29 AM
863 nature, food, drink, fun 3/27/2023 10:29 AM
864 Nice green lawn, view of the river, BBQ , and benches for a nice family lunch 3/27/2023 10:29 AM 865 N/A 3/27/2023 10:29 AM
866 na 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
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868 bike paths that connect to other parts of the city including downtown. 3/27/2023 10:28 AM 869 the beautiful surroundings and fun play structure 3/27/2023 10:28 AM 870 A cool playground area (similar to Dennis the Menace Park in Monterey) 3/27/2023 10:28 AM 871 the ducks 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
872 n/a 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
873 The tacos and tequila. 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
874 N/A 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
875 Just how nice it is to have a beautiful park so close to my employer. A nice place to relax, have lunch, and nap when the mood strikes.
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876 n/a 3/27/2023 10:26 AM
877 N/A 3/27/2023 10:25 AM
878 Just to share time and make memories; art work, all accessible and fun park for all to enjoy. 3/27/2023 10:23 AM 879 gathering events in the park 3/27/2023 10:14 AM
880 N/A 3/27/2023 10:13 AM
881 exercise and trails 3/27/2023 10:13 AM
882 fgdfgdfg 3/27/2023 10:12 AM
883 A clean, beautiful park that is safe and family friendly. As of right now, I would never bring visitors down to this area.
3/27/2023 10:10 AM
884 A place where people use to squat and use drugs, has now become a shining, clean, safe space for the community to be. A place where visiting prospective business owners aren’t mugged and shot.
3/27/2023 10:09 AM
885 Community center/rec center, events, playground. 3/27/2023 10:07 AM 886 the river that goes to the ocean 3/27/2023 10:07 AM 887 The pond and having a picnic on the lawn. 3/27/2023 10:07 AM 888 the playground 3/27/2023 10:04 AM
889 Fun events, beautiful nature areas, places to play sports. 3/27/2023 10:04 AM 890 A clean safe park that lines the riverwalk 3/27/2023 10:03 AM 891 fly casting practice pond, natural area 3/27/2023 10:03 AM 892 A clean park that is safe and no camping and drug use. Ideally there would be a fun event that would be enjoyable and accessible to all ages/physical abilities. 3/27/2023 10:00 AM
893 An event, if one is being held. If not, I would love to show them the pond and some of the food or drink spots.
3/27/2023 9:56 AM
894 Beautiful trees, flowers, greenery. Kids playing in the park. Kids, teens or adults playing games and having picnics. Bike riding and walking on the trails. 3/27/2023 9:56 AM
895 Pond, bridge & enhanced natural habitat. 3/27/2023 9:54 AM 896 Lawn Bowling 3/27/2023 9:52 AM
897 The walking paths, a curated garden, and bird watching after having a beer in the park. 3/27/2023 9:52 AM 898 A cool spot to take the kids, grab a bite to eat/beer while there, and enjoy the river while a band plays in the background...
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899 Natural habitat in a clean, maintained environment. No more PEH camps. 3/27/2023 9:50 AM 900 The concert space, food/beer garden, pump track 3/27/2023 9:49 AM 901 Community garden, food, art 3/27/2023 9:48 AM

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902 Events taking place or taking my kids, nieces and nephews to play together on a playground or checkout the wildlife
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903 How clean and safe it has become 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
904 How nature is incorporated into a save area for kids. 3/27/2023 9:46 AM 905 No campers 3/27/2023 9:46 AM
906 Vibrancy, embracing nature, community 3/27/2023 9:46 AM 907 Music and events, large stage, water feature, food trucks and beverages 3/27/2023 9:45 AM 908 Not sure. 3/27/2023 9:44 AM
909 ? 3/27/2023 9:44 AM
910 the amazing sports leagues playing games and bringing the community together. 3/27/2023 9:42 AM 911 Events, trails to walk through, zipline, etc. 3/27/2023 9:38 AM 912 Whichever event is happening there at the time. 3/27/2023 9:37 AM 913 the river stream 3/27/2023 9:36 AM
914 trails 3/27/2023 9:34 AM
915 Beautiful landscaping and lily-filled pond, clean and friendly dog park. Coffee and lunch with seating like at Lighthouse Field.
3/27/2023 9:34 AM
916 beautiful landscaped area with various activities for the whole family 3/27/2023 9:25 AM 917 A park where people of all ages are engaged in park activities, e. g. Skate or pump track, kids play ground, pickle ball, food shack with GOOD food.
3/27/2023 9:24 AM
918 not sure 3/27/2023 9:23 AM
919 the ABSENCE of needles, garbage, human waste, tents, squalor, passed out transients. 3/27/2023 9:21 AM 920 I would show them the entire park. 3/27/2023 9:14 AM 921 benchlands 3/27/2023 9:13 AM
922 n/a 3/27/2023 9:11 AM
923 Having people using it for all kinds of ac 3/27/2023 9:08 AM 924 The deciduous redwood tree. 3/27/2023 9:08 AM
925 n/a 3/27/2023 9:07 AM
926 The abundance of food trucks and entertainment. 3/27/2023 9:07 AM 927 Normal people having fun 3/27/2023 8:48 AM
928 n/a 3/27/2023 8:42 AM
929 The trail and river edge 3/27/2023 8:27 AM
930 A fun place to take kids where you see lots of other families out. A place where you run into neighbors, go to events, and enjoy a picnic take-out meal from a nearby downtown restaurant. 3/26/2023 9:40 PM
931 Lotus flowers 3/26/2023 7:56 PM
932 A clear garbage free area without loiterers. I have friends (more than one group) that visited during the homeless take-over who've told me they're never coming back to santa cruz again.

It's been five years since I was told that. They've kept their word. I'd love to tell them it's changed and please give the city another chance.
3/26/2023 5:01 PM
933 native species garden that attracts pollinators, trees and large bushes in which my young relatives can play in (similar to Wilder Ranch park- by the homes) or areas made to look natural, docent lead walking tours of the town town area that shares the natural and cultural 3/26/2023 4:57 PM

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history of Santa Cruz/ educates the public about river wildlife and conservation, Music and food, tables and benches for seating/ eating.
934 The natural features and the trails that lead near the birds and all the birds. Large trees for shade. Music event with great food. Places to sit. Bike paths. 3/26/2023 1:20 PM
935 A park that is free of human trash, mostly natural features, with some amenities such as a playground, clean restroom and picnic areas, and that mostly showcases the river next to the park. That’s amazing and all that is needed to make the park unique. 3/26/2023 8:05 AM
936 The river 3/26/2023 7:42 AM
937 Hot air balloon launch site, definitely much appreciated Thanks for asking 3/25/2023 9:46 PM 938 Prioritizing housing for very low income people, public health and hygiene facilities, small town feel instead of high rise apartments
3/25/2023 9:26 PM
939 the birds- Have you seen the Bald Eagle? 3/25/2023 6:56 PM 940 A large green area in a city that is increasingly dense. A contrast to all the concrete. A place to walk that feels safe.
3/25/2023 6:13 PM
941 Chinese gate 3/25/2023 5:12 PM
942 20 permanent pickleball courts 3/25/2023 5:02 PM
943 The forest 3/25/2023 11:40 AM
944 cool playground, natural beauty, sense of community pride that the entire space is clean and reclaimed
3/25/2023 9:45 AM
945 River access where we can toss rocks into the water. Grassy areas where families can picnic.

Smooth paths where bikes, walkers and roller skaters can glide past. Áreas for concerts, earth day event and the sound of children playing at our state of the art playground something like heaven for kids park like they have in Chico.
3/25/2023 9:13 AM
946 the trickling waterway, strolling along it 3/25/2023 8:55 AM 947 The beautiful pond with lotus flowers and visiting, migratory birds, as well as herons, ducks, etc.
3/25/2023 7:06 AM
948 A vibrant and beautiful public space buzzing with good wholesome activity in a safe atmosphere.
3/25/2023 6:57 AM
949 The pond and riparian area. 3/24/2023 10:48 PM
950 A place to hang out by the river and to be able to get into the water, while grabbing a bite to eat & drink
3/24/2023 10:43 PM
951 the wildlife, concert, festival 3/24/2023 9:43 PM
952 Birds and nature. 3/24/2023 8:54 PM
953 The restored riparian area. 3/24/2023 8:38 PM
954 Restored river habitat 3/24/2023 8:22 PM
955 The river and native garden, enjoy a meal at the picnic overlook from a local vendor in the park like steamer supply near the light house on west cliff. Then we can set up our chairs and stay for the evening concert at the bandshell.
3/24/2023 8:17 PM
956 I probably won't be here 10 years from now. 3/24/2023 8:08 PM 957 New York City has Central Park. Santa Cruz needs a Central Park more than ever because the city is going high rise and getting very noisy. Some day this park, with as much of the river's natural landscape as possible will be a jewel and a refuge for residents and visitors alike. Let us look to a future that can offer solace from the busyness of the city scape. 3/24/2023 7:37 PM
958 Hopefully everything. 3/24/2023 7:20 PM
959 small concerts, public events, quiet time to enjoy nature while downtown 3/24/2023 6:59 PM 960 River paths 3/24/2023 6:49 PM

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961 The duck pond. 3/24/2023 6:20 PM
962 Most excited to show them that the park is a safe space again and that I don't have to avoid it.

I would also be excited to take my family and friends to watch live music and play disc golf.

But most Importantly I would be so proud that our city once again has its park back. 3/24/2023 6:05 PM
963 the new pickleball courts 3/24/2023 6:02 PM
964 happy people congregating, enjoying each others company and interacting with the features of the park
3/24/2023 5:47 PM
965 tiered amphitheater view of downtown 3/24/2023 4:19 PM 966 f 3/24/2023 3:49 PM
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Q24 Have another idea? Tell us your ideas and additional comments here.

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1 for sure the park should be very supportive of people biking and walking thru. 4/12/2023 8:40 AM 2 See Eau Claire, WI downtown farmer’s market, river walk and confluence project. Similar sized college town but leaps and bounds ahead of Santa Cruz when it comes to prioritizing the safety of children and the community.
4/11/2023 9:05 PM
3 I think this area is meant to be left wild for the creatures that were here before us. Restoration to a wildlife habitat would be feasible.
4/11/2023 8:27 PM
4 As the park becomes more utilized by different types of groups, safety will follow but I think it is essential that the park have some sort of ranger station / information kiosk / security, perhaps in partnership with the Downtown Association.
4/11/2023 5:55 PM
5 A small cafe with coffee and treats from a local bakery or farmers market vendor. A small number of healthy snacks. Similar to the Tuileries Garden in Paris. 4/11/2023 1:02 PM
6 Na 4/11/2023 7:49 AM
7 Giant lawn games are fun! Movies at the park events could be fun! Please make sure to design Waste systems that are easy for park guests to use and keep the park clean 4/10/2023 10:04 PM
8 Nope 4/10/2023 8:58 PM
9 I was lucky to live for a while by the heart of downtown Oakland: Lake Merritt — where North America’s first wildlife refuge was designated in 1869. It is such a treasured place, enjoyed by all. I visited and cherished it nearly every day. I sincerely hope that we will show similar foresight and vision here in Santa Cruz.
4/10/2023 7:49 PM
10 N/A 4/10/2023 4:43 PM
11 It would be nice to incorporate BOTH sides of the river and their banks into the natural feature idea. This way, we see the park as the hub of a riparian network linking downtown subdistricts. 4/10/2023 4:38 PM
12 n/a 4/10/2023 4:02 PM
13 Activation of the space to make it safer 4/10/2023 3:51 PM 14 Bees! 4/10/2023 3:46 PM
15 Memorial benches. Areas named and maintained by community groups. Medium sized events for families, which can include food, food trucks, booths for local organizations and performances suitable for families. Including music!
4/10/2023 1:32 PM
16 A community swimming pool 4/10/2023 1:22 PM
17 Make the bridge from Downtown near Trader's Joe a statement, like the beautiful entrance art.

Redesign or decorate the bridge and light it beautifully. Light the entire park beautifully - trees/etc. so it's a walking park amongst the greenery at night as well as by day. 4/10/2023 1:08 PM
18 Get rid of the scumbags and clean the place up. Problem solved! 4/10/2023 12:34 PM 19 Famers / makers market on the weekends and/ or mid week in the the benchlands during the summer and music would be nice
4/10/2023 12:18 PM
20 Bring in Augmented reality 4/10/2023 10:59 AM
21 none 4/10/2023 10:56 AM
22 Alternative school campus 4/10/2023 9:15 AM
23 It would be fantastic if area non-profits were consulted about ways they might fit into the new 4/10/2023 8:17 AM

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park design - I'm thinking of groups like the MAH, the Mission, Homeless Garden Project, Santa Cruz Shakespeare, Arts League, friends of county parks, etc. 24 Thanks for tackling this. Long overdue! 4/10/2023 1:30 AM 25 Fruit trees near Dakota Avenue on the higher ground that could provide fresh food for people and an outdoor classroom for pruning and horticultural workshops. 4/10/2023 12:14 AM
26 Take out as much of the existing lawn space, pond area, and lawn bowling as possible and replace it with native grasses and shrubs. Make trails that go through the natural landscape and up to the river bank
4/9/2023 11:48 PM
27 Just that nature matters and we need to give it time, attention, and space. It is so rewarding to be a part of a restoration project and see life return. Let's make that happen! If we don't who will?
4/9/2023 8:35 PM
28 Gosh can’t wait to see how it shapes up. Maybe there’s a space to buy a brick people could do to help raise money. I hope it remains a free space to enjoy 4/9/2023 7:50 PM
29 I love love love the idea of having a more freestyle park like the Adventure park in SF:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/parks-recreation/facilities/adventure-playground 4/9/2023 7:17 PM
30 Thank you. 4/9/2023 6:51 PM
31 I’d love to see SC have a community-designed playground like the ones in Santa Barbara and Ithaca, NY.
4/9/2023 6:34 PM
32 If you do remove the concrete borders with the round holes and the dragon I’d like to see these repurposed or provided to community members rather than taken to the landfill. 4/9/2023 3:15 PM
33 Combine the Highline with a Riverwalk 4/9/2023 2:08 PM 34 The "problem," I think, is that without some active uses, a return of the park to a homeless hangout becomes more likely, and what we really need to do is to provide a solution for our currently homeless populations that does not invite them to use our public spaces as the only refuge they have left.
4/9/2023 1:50 PM
35 No more comments 4/9/2023 12:33 PM
36 We have so many other things to solve - like sidewalks along Cedar & side streets 4/9/2023 12:30 PM 37 Don't overdo it! Quiet activities are great. 4/9/2023 11:58 AM 38 Please form some strict policy that this park not be used for unmanaged transient camps which just become a drug haven and lawless area. People are over the lax enforcement of simple laws and respect.
4/9/2023 10:35 AM
39 N/A 4/9/2023 10:14 AM
40 Na 4/9/2023 9:44 AM
41 It's a small space and can't be everything for everybody. Hope you get a good response and cross section with this survey.
4/9/2023 9:18 AM
42 Fix the river with safe walks on both sides 4/9/2023 8:42 AM 43 a\na 4/9/2023 8:37 AM
44 As I did the survey I realized that the San Lorenzo River is a natural feature and should be preserved. Events should be on City Downtown parks which we really have none 4/9/2023 8:37 AM
45 Na 4/9/2023 1:21 AM
46 None at the time 4/8/2023 10:15 PM
47 Na 4/8/2023 9:23 PM
48 Tea garden, birding walks. 4/8/2023 7:31 PM
49 I would like a busy happy place. Not safe for drug dealing 4/8/2023 7:21 PM 50 We must get rid of the crime and the homeless. Fred Keeley, Bernie Escalante & Jeff Rosell must enforce the law. Santa Cruz is one of the most crime ridden areas in the US. We want 4/8/2023 6:32 PM

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our beautiful beach town back. Capitola & Aptos do not have our crime problem. We can't have a park until the homeless and the criminals are out.
51 No 4/8/2023 6:03 PM
52 Nope 4/8/2023 5:21 PM
53 No. 4/8/2023 4:05 PM
54 It needs to be a safety corridor not only for families using the playground but also for the general public who wish to use the trails, picnic or simply sit during their lunch hour to enjoy the river view. Currently the open use and sale of drugs makes the area unsafe, not to mention the pollution and garbage that is an eyesore.
4/8/2023 2:56 PM
55 A firm, no camping and curfew hours enforced! 4/8/2023 2:48 PM 56 N/a 4/8/2023 12:16 PM
57 None 4/8/2023 10:23 AM
58 County information kiosk; including events, sights, history, government 4/8/2023 10:07 AM 59 N/A 4/8/2023 9:32 AM
60 Na 4/8/2023 9:12 AM
61 A 4/8/2023 9:11 AM
62 It should be the idyllic place that it used to be 4/8/2023 8:29 AM 63 With the effort to redevelop the riverfront, the park needs to lose its sketchy reputation and bring more of the community, especially families, down the park and the river area 4/8/2023 8:00 AM
64 N/A 4/8/2023 7:48 AM
65 I think people tend to like group picnic areas like Harvey West and there aren’t really enough them. And they’re more flood resistant.
4/8/2023 7:11 AM
66 N/A 4/8/2023 1:32 AM
67 Clear the brush out of the adjoining riverbed. 4/7/2023 11:06 PM 68 I'm old fashioned. I like the park the way it is. Keep it clean and accessible, and that's all we need.
4/7/2023 9:34 PM
69 Restore native habitat 4/7/2023 9:32 PM
70 I strongly believe that setting up temporary encampments such as occurred at the Benchlands is an environmental mistake and should not be allowed. That said, more safe parking and tiny homes should be established and less money wasted moving people from location to location. 4/7/2023 9:23 PM
71 Please clean up the park. Nothing you do to it would matter if you do not clean it up. 4/7/2023 8:43 PM 72 Na 4/7/2023 8:42 PM
73 A park should be for kids to play and not worry about drug addicts and needles and garbage and human waste
4/7/2023 8:05 PM
74 none 4/7/2023 6:46 PM
75 Make it safe so that citizens feel comfortable using the park 4/7/2023 6:31 PM 76 NO CAMPING! This area should never be reserved for such a small portion of the population, when that use prevents the rest of the community from access and use. Community events are the best use of such a centrally located park
4/7/2023 6:01 PM
77 ok 4/7/2023 5:24 PM
78 To incorporate nature and play- check out the many superior parks along the River Ness in Inverness Scotland
4/7/2023 5:18 PM
79 N/a 4/7/2023 5:12 PM
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81 Needs secure bike parking 4/7/2023 4:14 PM
82 Na 4/7/2023 3:41 PM
83 The Juror parking area. Return the rest to a Park like it used to be. 4/7/2023 3:27 PM 84 Non of this matters unless transient criminals are prosecuted 4/7/2023 3:25 PM 85 Enforce the law there. No drugs 4/7/2023 3:20 PM
86 its a flood plain. just keep the homeless off the space and I'll be satisfied 4/7/2023 3:18 PM 87 No 4/7/2023 3:08 PM
88 Clean and safe 4/7/2023 3:03 PM
89 Regular enforcement of park rules, such as ensuring bicycles are walked (not ridden) on walking paths, no camping, no campfires, propane tanks, or open flames, etc. 4/7/2023 3:02 PM
90 N/A 4/7/2023 2:57 PM
91 no 4/7/2023 2:48 PM
92 The park could be part of a historical trail that tells the story about the community that Santa Cruz was and it's lost culture that has been replaced by massive buildings that impact the environment of the river and city in general.
4/7/2023 2:40 PM
93 Picnic area would only work if it had a business selling food/ drinks so that someone would monitor it for drug activity/ unhoused folks taking over — this worked for abbot square 4/7/2023 2:31 PM
94 N/a 4/7/2023 2:30 PM
95 Please keep the park homeless free some can enjoy it safely! 4/7/2023 2:29 PM 96 Pennant Security patrol 4/7/2023 2:26 PM
97 Just keep the homeless out of the entire area! This cycle is getting very old. 4/7/2023 2:25 PM 98 Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comments. Good luck! 4/7/2023 2:25 PM 99 The city has allied our parks, particularly San Lorenzo, to be overwhelmed by crime and filth. I have no faith in your ability or silliness to solve the problem. Or to even admit there’s a problem
4/7/2023 2:23 PM
100 n/a 4/7/2023 2:16 PM
101 no 4/7/2023 2:09 PM
102 Pergolas for family friendly reservations much like blue ball park in Soquel or Brommer park in love oak!
4/7/2023 2:05 PM
103 The park is pretty nice as is. Primary concern is security. Picnic areas would be a great addition. A pop-up beer garden would be cool.
4/7/2023 2:02 PM
104 Food trucks 4/7/2023 1:52 PM
105 n/a 4/7/2023 1:41 PM
106 Senior areas and events 4/7/2023 1:38 PM
107 Na 4/7/2023 1:25 PM
108 Reclaim the park for people who pay for it to use 4/7/2023 1:25 PM 109 I'm opposed to making S.C. public parks into homeless encampments (permanent or temporary). It is a misappropriation of resources and a public health hazard. 4/7/2023 1:10 PM
110 Include bike lanes. I only walk there, but I'm often dodging bikes. 4/7/2023 1:02 PM 111 N/A 4/7/2023 12:54 PM
112 There should not be a fence around the park but full time park rangers should be provided to keep drug and camping issues under control
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113 How about Aerial Arts facilities utilizing the ped bridge? How about a hammock garden? 4/7/2023 11:41 AM 114 Need to be able to walk and sit with my dog on-leas throughout the park. 4/7/2023 10:59 AM 115 I have made my point clearly. 4/7/2023 10:41 AM
116 NO DRUG CAMPS EVER AGAIN!!! 4/7/2023 10:23 AM
117 thanks for taking input 4/7/2023 9:18 AM
118 I think families with young children can enjoy a nature-centered park even more than a recreation-centered park. We need kids to learn to appreciate nature and open spaces. 4/7/2023 9:15 AM
119 The park was developed as a place of respite in the middle of town. A place for seniors to go.

A place to take a break and take your grandkids. The homeless ran everyone else out of the park.
4/7/2023 8:24 AM
120 I actually visit the park weekly as I walk my dog. I wanted to make that correction to the initial set of questions which I couldn’t figure out how to return to you. 4/7/2023 8:08 AM
121 N/A 4/7/2023 7:40 AM
122 n/a 4/7/2023 6:57 AM
123 The river park in Eugene Oregon is a goo model of mixed use for children bikers and faily outings
4/7/2023 6:23 AM
124 None 4/7/2023 6:19 AM
125 More security will be necessary to make it safe there. Have you been to San Luis Obispo downtown? If not, go on a field trip. We should have a downtown with a water feature. 4/7/2023 4:07 AM
126 have it patrolled by cops to stop drug using and dealing 4/7/2023 1:34 AM 127 It would be nice to access the river more. We have Abbott Square for big noisy events but when San Lorenzo was desecrated by the huge encampments we lost the only quiet greenspace where people can go recoup their peace. Keeping it nature oriented with an arboretum or botanical garden area would be fine, but PLEASE do NOT overdevelop this one and only green space in the downtown area.
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128 no other ideas 4/6/2023 11:38 PM
129 Please clean up the park. It’s disgusting in its current state. Thank you 4/6/2023 11:01 PM 130 NA 4/6/2023 10:40 PM
131 No further comment 4/6/2023 10:13 PM
132 n/a 4/6/2023 9:57 PM
133 Perhaps a security presence for those who do enter for harm to be thwarted soon before an escapade begins.
4/6/2023 9:16 PM
134 Consult local experts in ecology of riparian habitats and geologists to plan around the river. The focus should be the river and it’s ecosystem services. Ziplone, Ferris wheel, these things are silly, we already have a board walk with an amusement park. Focus on the river and it’s ecosystem. Make it last for the future generations of Santa Cruz. 4/6/2023 9:09 PM
135 Have not been to park in years but look forward to returning to a safe , clean and welcoming public community gathering space
4/6/2023 8:56 PM
136 Outdoor concert or other community events on occasion 4/6/2023 8:38 PM 137 I will 4/6/2023 8:37 PM
138 We would love to have monkey bars in the playground. Also a fireman pole. 4/6/2023 7:10 PM 139 Thank you! 4/6/2023 6:58 PM
140 Please no more tent cities. Please also do not allow off-leash dogs. This ruins it for those who want to be able to safely enjoy an open space.
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141 Bike path for mountain bikes and no more lawn bowling and duck pond 4/6/2023 6:09 PM

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142 Excited that you are accepting input. Thank you! 4/6/2023 5:55 PM 143 I never go to San Lorenzo Park because it seems sketchy. I had attended free concerts there in the mid 80's
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144 nope 4/6/2023 5:47 PM
145 Build a little bike trail loop 4/6/2023 5:47 PM
146 NA 4/6/2023 5:32 PM
147 Musical swings, parent kid swings where they face each other, a piano on the ground where people make music, paddle boarding and water sport options on the river, lots of places to eat and sit..even if they are coffee carts /food trucks
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148 Try to include a focus on the river's wildlife with a viewing platform and signage to recognize the species.
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149 Access to parking is an issue. Weekend events have used the County parking lot, but weekdays have only limited on-street parking. The planned expansion of downtown apartments could make this park most accessible to downtown residents. 4/6/2023 4:58 PM
150 Improve walking access between the lower and upper levels 4/6/2023 4:58 PM 151 Just make it a safe beautiful place that builds community feelings for all 4/6/2023 4:44 PM 152 Community gardens and educational gardens are great. Communal activity spaces are great.

Trails and/or focused gardens (e.g. California natives, rose garden, tea garden, scent garden, etc) to make more specific, “evergreen” destinations to visit or bring folks to in the park would also be helpful.
4/6/2023 4:40 PM
153 Permanent space for Food Not Bombs in addition to food trucks? We really need a place where people from all walks of life can comfortably eat, use a restroom, and play in proximity to each other.
4/6/2023 3:49 PM
154 Education about the history of the San Lorenzo River and its surroundings. Lots of it. Obscure stuff. Maybe information that gets changed every year (or season). 4/6/2023 3:31 PM
155 n/a 4/6/2023 3:02 PM
156 n/a 4/6/2023 2:51 PM
157 I have lots of ideas, but believe we should have multiple inclusive community forums that involve residents who have sheltered in and around the benchlands for years. 4/6/2023 2:51 PM
158 The pond should be kept, but it could also be improved. 4/6/2023 2:37 PM 159 No 4/6/2023 2:36 PM
160 n/a 4/6/2023 2:23 PM
161 Continuing theme of mosaics from bridges to the park 4/6/2023 2:11 PM 162 I still hope that some of this area could be used as an easily accessible place for people experiencing homelessness to be connected with resources... 4/6/2023 2:07 PM
163 Take some old buildings around town and turn them in a homeless shelter so that people have a place to go. Stop making homelessness a crime. Provide mental health for those people to get off the streets. Most of us here in this county live paycheck to paycheck and we are super close to being right next to them in their tents. I’ve lived here for 30 years and it sucks to see what’s happened . I remember days of music festivals, Saturday markets, concerts on the duckpond. And super kind hippies sitting on the hill smoking weed. And I remember when the police went after those hippies and kick them out. They kept the riffraff out of there. Sad to see what’s happened… bring the good music vibes back!!! 4/6/2023 1:45 PM
164 None at this time. 4/6/2023 1:43 PM
165 expand tribute to Chinese settlement. 4/6/2023 1:37 PM 166 No 4/6/2023 1:34 PM
167 The best playground we've ever been to is Miner's Corner in Snohomish County, WA. I would 4/6/2023 1:06 PM

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love to have a similar style playground in SC.
168 If there are frequent enough events we can more easily prevent camping there 4/6/2023 11:59 AM 169 I'm not against events (I was at the first Earth Day and beyond), there just isn't anyplace to park.
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170 NA 4/6/2023 11:23 AM
171 N/A 4/6/2023 11:19 AM
172 Sorry, but one more plug for an Ice Arena. Truly, we've done some groundwork here and the community interest is high, as is interest from Sharks Ice. They are opening a new rink in Gilroy and feel the same could be done here with city/county support. Heck, if the Santa Cruz Warriors are working, I truly feel we could be a great home for a minor league hockey team as well. Santa Cruz Sharks anyone?
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174 Unused land is a magnet for people who want to live outdoors. When being built, then when it opens, it needs to have its own in-house security, like the Boardwalk does. 4/6/2023 10:41 AM
175 NO SPORTING EVENTS IN THE PARK PLEASE. I'd also like it to be more arts and cultural oriented for adults and less child playground installations. 4/6/2023 10:36 AM
176 No 4/6/2023 10:32 AM
177 No 4/6/2023 10:25 AM
178 None 4/6/2023 10:19 AM
179 Stated above 4/6/2023 9:24 AM
180 Incorporate more active use of the river. A beach with entry and exit spots for kayaking.

Fishing. Etc.
4/6/2023 9:04 AM
181 Clean the park and leave it alone. 4/6/2023 9:02 AM 182 It should be available for everyone in the community, even those who don't have a home.

Public parks should be public. If that isn't possible, then turn the park into public housing. It is sorely needed.
4/6/2023 9:01 AM
183 I used to visit this park much more often, and would even bring small groups to it to enjoy nature. But it lost that quiet appeal years ago; too much trash and questionable behavior. 4/6/2023 8:53 AM
184 NA 4/6/2023 8:52 AM
185 The parks potential is endless. The city must adopt and embrace the future and bring the park up to speed. It needs attraction and a new world class appeal such as ocean themed wave park, local history re, and local flora and fauna. Alternative all green and take the park off the grid to embrace net zero through solar, and other alternative energy sources. 4/6/2023 8:52 AM
186 Sculptures made from natural materials from the area, like some at GGNRA in San Francisco 4/6/2023 8:46 AM 187 N/A 4/6/2023 8:44 AM
188 I wouldn't mind a coffee/drink cart available but I'm hoping that this redesign group thinks small. Be kind to our planet and fish and don't overthink this. 4/6/2023 8:41 AM
189 Nope thanks for asking. 4/6/2023 8:40 AM
190 art in the park events - if a gathering place is included, Shakespeare in the park. Outdoor sketching/painting of wildlife. Interactive park elements that teach visitors about geological phenomena. A large whale to climb.
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191 As I mentioned, I'd love an ice skating rink but I do feel the park space is small and precious.

Is there another place we could build an ice skating facility, maybe with housing on top of it? In general, I feel that unstructured open space is important as people can use it in many different ways over time. I'm not sure the lawn bowling was successful - a demonstration garden might be better. Also, I think having a playground is important and I think we don't really have a choice about being ADA compliant. You didn't offer a lot of nuance in the playground question.

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swingsets), and some natural rocks and logs to climb on. Rocks to climb on could also be put in other parts of the park!
192 Please don't over-develop the park. We need natural, flexible open space in the heart of downtown.
4/6/2023 8:28 AM
193 Redo the pond, it’s very ugly the way it is. 4/6/2023 8:19 AM 194 N/A 4/6/2023 8:10 AM
195 Food trucks and large events create parking havoc for local businesses. This needs to be regulated or have people directed to the parking garages. Dakota residents suffer when large events are held. We need large open green fitness spaces for local residents that aren't the beach.
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196 I think I have shared all my ideas thus far. I am super appreciative that there is thinking of a path forward to make the best use of this space for ALL. You won't be able to please the whole but at this point almost anything is better than what has been going on in that park over the recent years.
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197 Pickleball 😀 4/6/2023 8:04 AM
198 Thanks for asking! 4/6/2023 7:59 AM
199 I took city day camp kids to this park in the 1980s and I had parents who insisted to come along due to their worry about safety. Make it clean and safe and people will use it 4/6/2023 7:52 AM
200 Survey map too confusing to use. Shorten survey. 4/6/2023 7:48 AM 201 N/a 4/6/2023 7:38 AM
202 N/A 4/6/2023 7:35 AM
203 N/a 4/6/2023 7:34 AM
204 Central Park is an amazing use of space that incorporates so many uses. I’m wondering how our park could be a very, very tiny version of that. It has a good balance of active and inactive space as well as being able to see shows outside
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205 I truly think we need to keep the park SAFE as our first priority. Whatever is built must not be taken over and co-opted by homeless people. When the city put in the exercise stations along the River levee path I was so excited, then they got rid of the park rangers, and the homeless just hang out and deal drugs from the exercise stations all day long, I’ve NEVER seen anyone use them other than to do drugs on them, and I walk the levee daily. I would hate to see that happen to the park. Please incorporate a police substation or kiosk , because without designating a manned safety component, the “new” park will end up just like the old park, and that would be a travesty.
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206 Nooe 4/6/2023 7:18 AM
207 Stoked it’s being considered to improve the park 4/6/2023 7:16 AM 208 Park for miniature dogs only 4/6/2023 7:14 AM
209 Please just make this a space that is safe, patrolled, doesn't have needles and fires and constant drug use. It doesn't matter what the vision of the park is if people do not feel safe using it.
4/6/2023 7:02 AM
210 Respect the residents and businesses near the park as far as parking and noise 4/6/2023 6:54 AM 211 N/A 4/6/2023 6:43 AM
212 nothing to add. 4/6/2023 6:22 AM
213 Seriously, nothing will happen until Santa Cruz addresses the huge homeless issue. Now there’s encampments on turnouts on highway 9.
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214 Make sure there are plenty of bathrooms!!! 4/6/2023 5:14 AM 215 N/A 4/5/2023 10:31 PM
216 Don’t pander to special interests. Green open spaces are becoming endangered, especially as 4/5/2023 10:27 PM

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more and more people are getting shoe horned into downtown. We all need breathing room and less fences. Don’t mess up a good thing. There is too much concrete in the world. 217 I think that making the park appealing to different and large groups of people by including nature and diverse activities and dining and drinks it will get the most usage and create a safer space and one that anyone in town feels like they can go to and engage with. 4/5/2023 9:18 PM
218 enforce littering laws. Encourage the police to use foot/bike patrols. Vehicle patrols are spotted miles away. Please police in the early AM to avoid overnight encampments. 4/5/2023 9:02 PM
219 Maybe add a small, staffed police office or park ranger personnel- some active presence- to keep the park feeling safe to use especially for kids. The River homeless encampment across the bridge from the park (near Trader Joe’s) still creates an unsafe feeling only because of obvious and open drug activity there.
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220 n/a 4/5/2023 6:24 PM
221 I would like to see boating in the river and a resurrected Scranton Pacific Railroad with the remaining steam engine not destroyed in the recent fire. 4/5/2023 6:18 PM
222 As I mentioned in a text box above, it would be fun to incorporate an intentional graffiti structure into the park design (or a few structures), such as arches or large articulated walls with window cutouts. graffiti is everywhere and is typically removed, but I enjoy looking at colorful graffiti on abandoned structures. Such structures could be placed in more than one city park.
4/5/2023 6:17 PM
223 Maybe folks without homes could be paid to work in the park to keep it safe and clean.

Through Downtown Streets Team maybe.
4/5/2023 5:55 PM
224 Separate the children's park with a fenced in toddler area. 4/5/2023 5:32 PM 225 This is a poorly designed survey. Please let a pro help design the next one. 4/5/2023 5:21 PM 226 Regular patrols by ambassadors to help prevent that area from becoming a refugee camp again. The ambassadors can also give vouchers and information to homeless to connect them with resources.
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227 THANK YOU SANTA CRUZ CITY POLICE DEPRTMENT FOR THE SIGNS AT THE CHILDS

PLAY GROUND PLEASE BE A PROPER PARENT AND PLAY WITH YOUR OWN CHILDREN AND LEAVE MY SON AND MY DAUGHTER ALONE!
4/5/2023 4:24 PM
228 I’m really not too particular, just please don’t pave over the whole thing. We need the green space.
4/5/2023 3:44 PM
229 It is not Quantity but Quality that will withstand the test of time. ABOVE ALL ELSE....have the staffing to maintain it. Don't build a beautiful park and expect to maintain it with the existing staffing that the City is struggling with. Make the smart decisions now. 4/5/2023 3:07 PM
230 Na 4/5/2023 1:27 PM
231 foreground the history of the area 4/5/2023 1:24 PM 232 Benches but not for sleeping. No camping overnight. 4/5/2023 1:05 PM 233 n/a 4/5/2023 12:40 PM
234 None 4/5/2023 12:35 PM
235 Thanks for taking community input on the future of San Lorenzo Park, I hope to see it become an award-winning jewel of a downtown park that represents our community's values :-) 4/5/2023 10:53 AM
236 Have design team visit Lake Estero Park in Monterey; replicate it! 4/5/2023 9:58 AM 237 SECURITY needs to be in place -- so that the fences can be taken down. 4/5/2023 8:51 AM 238 no 4/5/2023 8:48 AM
239 Thanks for doing this. The park has become a neglected resource. It was an exciting place in the 1970s.
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241 I would love to be able to roller skate outdoors at the park. 4/5/2023 6:09 AM 242 Thx for asking for feedback. 4/4/2023 11:56 PM
243 No 4/4/2023 11:36 PM
244 N/A 4/4/2023 11:34 PM
245 No 4/4/2023 11:31 PM
246 History of who once used the area ,how it use to look, and how it has changed over time 4/4/2023 10:16 PM 247 Have historical plackards and story boards that educate about the Chinese, African (Louden Nelson) and Native Americans who used the area.
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248 Dogs on leashes area (we need a break from all the off leash dogs) 4/4/2023 9:50 PM 249 N/A 4/4/2023 9:34 PM
250 The banks of the levee by the County Building could be used as informal seating for outdoor concerts and talks. If the area had better lighting at night, it would be safer. The trees next to the County Building need to be replanted so the building facade is not so harsh. Make some owl boxes to place in the area.
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251 Nothing else 4/4/2023 9:30 PM
252 I just came here to say I used to walk through the park almost daily and I was pretty much the only sober person. It's horrible there. Everyone around was high and sometimes agressive every time, literally watched people shooting up almost every day I was there. People without drug problems don't go there because it's so disturbing. It doesn't matter how much lipstick you put on a pig if the pig is smoking crack, and no one wants to go to a park that feels like waking throught a heroine filled refugee camp. I really feel for these people and it's a waste of money to try to update a park no one will go because of the the rampant and disturbing drug use there, spend the on finding a way to fix the real reason people can't feel comfortable in the park or around the river, which is the lack of mental health resources. 4/4/2023 9:30 PM
253 Some campsites would be nice. Like those at New Brighton Beach, not impromptu homeless ones. Bathrooms and showers are a must.
4/4/2023 9:24 PM
254 Treat all justice-involved curbside residents as the refugees they are. Place them in camps with mandatory drug/mental health treatment. Stop allowing Santa Cruz to be polluted and trashed while people commit crime and suicide by addiction. That is not compassion; it is negligence.
4/4/2023 8:58 PM
255 N/a 4/4/2023 8:50 PM
256 You can have the best intentions in the world for this park, but unless you can permanently get rid of all the homeless people and keep them out, it’ll be a giant waste of money. Please don’t ignore the elephant in the room. Thank you for all your hard work. The City parks are appreciated, and they deserve better.
4/4/2023 8:44 PM
257 No 4/4/2023 8:40 PM
258 N/A 4/4/2023 7:58 PM
259 I think the more events you have and the more information you can teach people the more they will be interested in being in and preserving nature. Tie some "fun fact" cards around trees and plants
4/4/2023 7:36 PM
260 Ziplines sound cool 4/4/2023 7:35 PM
261 Thank you for paying attention to the park! I especially hope it is welcoming to young families, I'm hoping many more families will be moving into new downtown housing 4/4/2023 7:32 PM
262 Santa Cruz Art and History with SL River with background of City of Santa Cruz 4/4/2023 7:09 PM 263 The City will face a challenge in managing the park in a way that provides a harmonious experience for everyone who wishes to use it. This article lists some ideas that sound helpful:
https://www.urban.org/urban-wire/three-ways-communities-can-promote-inclusive-public-spaceand-better-support-people-forced-live-outside 4/4/2023 6:53 PM
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265 More policing and allowing the space to be welcoming and safe for children 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 266 Art/craft sales on summer weekends with music in the park 4/4/2023 6:45 PM 267 When traveling I come across similar river park settings and sigh wondering why we can't have as nice of a setting. I think landscaping would help.
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268 You have to keep the dragon/snake play structure!!! Locals will scream if you take that away 4/4/2023 6:38 PM 269 sorta added additional comments in previous sections, not knowing there would be other sections to comment. Needs to be a balance of wildlife habitat & green space restoration and expansion, and human uses with gentle footprints easily maintained and not disruptive of nearby residential and wildlife.
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270 Thanks 4/4/2023 6:21 PM
271 None 4/4/2023 6:20 PM
272 River access! 4/4/2023 6:09 PM
273 Anything will make it better than what it is now. The river levee walks would be great to stroll on for families and dog walkers if it wasn’t overrun by transients. 4/4/2023 6:05 PM
274 In general I like the idea of featuring the river as much as possible. I would like to see the playground have a water theme. I love the mime event and the bluegrass festival at the park, and would encourage other such events.
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275 I would love for it to be a beautiful SAFE place for everyone. 4/4/2023 5:51 PM 276 ways to swim/ float. 4/4/2023 5:44 PM
277 Look at playgrounds in Europe! Napa's river restoration is amazing 4/4/2023 5:42 PM 278 This is one part of a larger greenway/river way along the San Lo that serves as a trucking habitat corridor and vital social and physical connection between downtown, north, south, east and west.
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279 H 4/4/2023 5:34 PM
280 I think that the connection to downtown should be highlighted as much as possible. I think also making it easily accessible from the levee, by bike, is important. Encourage people to walk/bike there, instead of feeling compelled to drive. 4/4/2023 5:34 PM
281 Would be pleased to see this space useable again . Spent a lot of time there before the encampment destroyed the park.
4/4/2023 5:34 PM
282 I think spending money on the park when we have so many unhoused people is a waste of money. It will absolutely become an encampment again within a few years unless the homeless crisis is mitigated first.
4/4/2023 5:32 PM
283 As place for local art 4/4/2023 5:28 PM
284 We have a water feature at the park already - the San Lorenzo River - which we should enhance and create better access for. The pond takes a ton of maintenance and doesn't need to be there. Consider how to engineer the park to better support flood conveyance. For example, can dirt actually be removed from the confluence of Branciforte Creek? Beyond parks design it's really important to look at flood conveyance as it may be one of our only opportunities to help protect our community from future flooding. 4/4/2023 5:17 PM
285 Whatever is done, safety from aggressors should prevail 4/4/2023 5:10 PM 286 Flower garden 4/4/2023 5:08 PM
287 Design for children and elders. Noting go wrong. 4/4/2023 4:36 PM 288 I like the police presence with the mobile trailer unit. I think something like that is worth continuing in such a troubled park.
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289 n/a 4/4/2023 2:10 PM
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291 Let's see how efficiently we can get this done. Let's purge some of the administrative layers between conception of idea and execution no matter what we do. Thanks! 4/4/2023 12:39 PM
292 n/a 4/4/2023 12:32 PM
293 Please no more tent city~! 4/4/2023 11:54 AM
294 Please, no more cement or asphalt, or pump tracks...more green, more creation of habitat for birds and other animals.
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295 n/a 4/4/2023 10:33 AM
296 . 4/4/2023 10:29 AM
297 Repave bike path 4/4/2023 10:01 AM
298 n/a 4/4/2023 9:31 AM
299 I listed other cool ideas above. 4/4/2023 9:19 AM
300 It would be nice to feel safe walking on the levee path. 4/4/2023 9:04 AM 301 area for small shops to sell coffee and snacks. Steamer Lane supply is a perfect example of how a small cafe activated an otherwise dormant park area. 4/4/2023 8:59 AM
302 See answer #14. The most important design elements are appropriate sizing for different groups and separation of noisy robust activities (particularly skateboarding & basketball) from peaceful scenic sections. Would be happy to help develop some preliminary plans. Very experienced sustainable solar designer and recreation/group event organizer & natural children's play structures/elements. How about a nice sandbox with a toy bin and a bombproof locking cover when not in use, On the spot low cost rental shed for sports & play equipment& toys. You leave yr ID as collateral. Privately run small business. Creative play instructors, Fitness coaches. Several bird watchers towers with different levels and capacities from 6 to 20 users. A large walk thru sundial . Rock climbers boulder. A group BBQ/Campfire ring I'm a very experienced builder/designer w/ many versatile safe robust & low cost designs under my belt. 4/4/2023 8:18 AM
303 n/a 4/4/2023 8:15 AM
304 The most critical thing in my opinion is to remove the homelessness and transient overpopulation of our open spaces.
4/3/2023 10:30 PM
305 the outdoor Orff instruments. There's a city park in Moab that has them, and they are outstanding!
4/3/2023 10:13 PM
306 N/a 4/3/2023 10:12 PM
307 Please, never let an encampment like we had build up there again. This was a nightmare and a health hazard. I am tired of the whole community suffering to cater to addicts. 4/3/2023 10:08 PM
308 Renting out the benchlands, and a larger picnic area would be additional revenue for the city. 4/3/2023 8:54 PM 309 To have a nice park They may need to budget for security. 4/3/2023 8:32 PM 310 Some real space dedicated to habitat restoration and protection would really be great, especially with view from footbridge.
4/3/2023 7:32 PM
311 love to see a nice park that people can take their kids to play and people can walk , play, or just sit and read.
4/3/2023 5:59 PM
312 create several dedicated pickle ball courts 4/3/2023 5:57 PM 313 The bike path should not be closed at any time of day for any reason. Ever. This includes for large events. Large events should not sell drugs or alcohol. Ever. If we don't want to see drunk homeless people in the park we should not encourage people with homes to get drunk. We need to think very carefully how to host homeless people that use the park, including at night.

Perhaps a very well managed camp with an active, all night host and frequent police presence.

At a minimum, there should be some kind of 24/7 'host' presence with easy access to police.

Some part of this detail could be fulfilled by homeless folks. A partnership with the downtown streets team????
4/3/2023 4:34 PM
314 You could put some reeds/boulder in the river near benches to draw out a turtle to sun or birds to nest for people to see. also, along the benchlands trails further inland, put up birdhouses 4/3/2023 3:55 PM

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and a platform for nesting…any other animal-friendly habitat. it would be so fun to have a family of river otters if you could build habitat and bring some there. 315 Its a small area, don't put too many activities in it that we lose the ability to enjoy an open space
4/3/2023 3:44 PM
316 it would be cool to have a little cafe with seating near the river but also close enough to the playground for parents to get coffee and snacks for kids 4/3/2023 3:41 PM
317 Built in speakers and electrical at the stage or amphitheater for music, dance, theater events etc
4/2/2023 11:55 PM
318 N/A 4/2/2023 11:10 PM
319 N/A 4/2/2023 9:36 PM
320 N/a 4/2/2023 8:53 PM
321 Na 4/2/2023 7:52 PM
322 N/A 4/2/2023 7:47 PM
323 Either police or private security presence. It needs to stay clean and safe. 4/2/2023 7:34 PM 324 None 4/2/2023 7:13 PM
325 restore riparian area in bench lands 4/2/2023 6:47 PM 326 NO 4/2/2023 6:14 PM
327 Make a food Forrest or Native plantation 4/2/2023 5:41 PM 328 N/a 4/2/2023 5:38 PM
329 If you have community art, would be good to focus on a land acknowledgement of the Uypi (not Olone) Indians who live along the river.
4/2/2023 5:34 PM
330 River front dining 4/2/2023 5:27 PM
331 The homeless are such an issue. Today, April 2, there were several loud and argumentative men. As a female it is very intimidating.
4/2/2023 5:14 PM
332 nope 4/2/2023 4:44 PM
333 Security daily to keep overnight camping and open drug use out of the park 4/2/2023 4:33 PM 334 N/a 4/2/2023 3:35 PM
335 The park was lovely when it was first envisioned. My mother and I would go there. I then would go to plays and events like the spring fair. Now I'm retired and I lawn bowl. I'm happy it's going to become a center of town again.
4/2/2023 2:12 PM
336 n/a 4/2/2023 2:10 PM
337 N/A 4/2/2023 12:35 PM
338 It should be turned into something that does not attract homeless. 4/2/2023 1:14 AM 339 No 4/1/2023 9:00 AM
340 Incorporate the River to keep out druggies and houseless 3/31/2023 8:36 PM 341 Put in cool bike racks 3/31/2023 8:34 PM
342 DO NOT ALLOW HOMELESS PEOPLE TO LIVE AND DO DRUGS IN THE PARK! 3/31/2023 4:54 PM 343 This is one of the few places any restoration in the flood control channel can happen. We should not waste this unique opportunity!
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344 N/A 3/31/2023 3:33 PM
345 Senior focused activities 3/31/2023 2:40 PM
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347 n/a 3/31/2023 1:53 PM
348 Thank you for having the survey.. Good luck 3/31/2023 12:57 PM 349 Better parking and signage. Golden gate park has multiple clear entry points with parking almost always available within a two minute walk or less. Given that San Lorenzo is a much smaller area than Golden Gate, one should be able to park their car and enter within a one minute walk or less. Get a marketing team and use methods relevant to young families to make the park as appealing and accessible as West Cliff Drive, Lighthouse Beach State Park, or East Cliff Drive are. Make it obvious to shoppers on Pacific Avenue that the park is just over the river.
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350 The pickle family circus events as a kid are something that I fondly remember. It would be nice for kids today to have similar experiences
3/31/2023 11:54 AM
351 Housing first for the homeless population. Do this before spending a bunch of money on the park. Hostile architecture drives families away more rhan it does the homeless population 3/31/2023 10:02 AM
352 None 3/31/2023 9:29 AM
353 I just feel there's enough space to bring there land back to nature (native plants, storm water capture) in an urban setting while facilitating a community gathering space. 3/31/2023 9:20 AM
354 Needs security! 3/30/2023 10:13 PM
355 I am not opposed to there being events at the park- one summer I attended a cider tasting event in the Benchlands that was fun. I just think that those types of things, although they do bring in revenue for the City, should be done in tandem with things like a transitional camp towards which the revenue from park events could be allocated. 3/30/2023 5:25 PM
356 We need more parking downtown. 3/30/2023 1:18 PM
357 Keep it feeling natural please! Don't cut down trees! 3/30/2023 12:19 PM 358 N/a 3/30/2023 12:13 PM
359 N/A 3/30/2023 12:00 PM
360 Solosparkandpubokc. Dog owners could watch sports, socialize pet, eat, drink and have fun 3/30/2023 11:14 AM 361 n/a 3/30/2023 10:46 AM
362 N/a 3/30/2023 9:54 AM
363 Steamer Lane is a great example of a community space that is super popular and a gathering place for people of all walks of life, centered around the surf spot and anchored by a small cafe (Steamer Lane Supply) that fits the community and the Santa Cruz vibe. 3/30/2023 9:53 AM
364 N/A 3/30/2023 9:30 AM
365 NA 3/30/2023 9:20 AM
366 I have a few ideas: - A focal stage where bands, music festivals, shakespear santa cruz, or other acts can play; but that also allows park visitors to see out to the downtown and County center. - a city-run equine center, that allows for a completely new program of uses and participants for this area of Santa Cruz, and fills the area with events drawing the rural, agrarian nature of Santa Cruz into it's major urban center. - Third, I understand there is a lack of sports fields for youth and adult play; this area could be a center for soccer, baseball, etc., adding capacity downtown. Also, regional/state-wide tournaments could be held here for added revenue.
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367 Pickleball 3/29/2023 10:11 PM
368 picnic area 3/29/2023 8:21 PM
369 Don't let another camp go in at the benchlands. How many times are we going to do this? 3/29/2023 7:01 PM 370 Clean bathrooms and drinking fountains. 3/29/2023 6:45 PM 371 If events at the park draw out-of-towners, need to assure there is parking. 3/29/2023 5:35 PM 372 N/A 3/29/2023 5:23 PM

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373 Not at this time. 3/29/2023 5:09 PM
374 sports tournaments 3/29/2023 4:21 PM
375 Santa Cruz Warriors Arena? 3/29/2023 4:13 PM
376 make it a dog park 3/29/2023 3:47 PM
377 N/A 3/29/2023 3:45 PM
378 I used to live on Dakota. Very close to the park. Stopped going because of safety reasons.

Too much homeless and drug use.
3/29/2023 2:59 PM
379 Maybe farmers market could be held instead of downtown 3/29/2023 2:51 PM 380 N/A 3/29/2023 2:23 PM
381 None 3/29/2023 1:51 PM
382 Clean/safe bathrooms would be nice 3/29/2023 1:50 PM 383 I am so excited about this project. This is such a great opportunity space that we have not given proper attention for too long. I would love to have another great park space to bring my kids!
3/29/2023 1:29 PM
384 Interpretive signage covering the history, watershed route, native plant species, and wildlife. 3/29/2023 12:32 PM 385 . 3/29/2023 11:32 AM
386 permanet courts 3/29/2023 10:49 AM
387 Somehow try to incorporate the park in the downtown. Maybe follow through with the theme of the dragon on the footbridge to the dragon in the park. 3/29/2023 10:41 AM
388 Engage/hir local landscape architectural firms who know the community and local flora and fauna.
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389 Goat yoga lol 3/29/2023 10:16 AM
390 Not yet 3/29/2023 9:43 AM
391 no 3/29/2023 9:35 AM
392 Parking and lighting will be critical. 3/29/2023 9:23 AM 393 none 3/29/2023 9:02 AM
394 Often. I’m afraid to go there because some of the folks hanging out there are intimidating.

Maybe my fears are unjustified but they exist
3/29/2023 8:57 AM
395 Na 3/29/2023 8:52 AM
396 Public parks are meant exclusively for public use as part of the public parks charter in California. We shouldn't give parks away to the very rich to use privately nor the people who were allowed to stay for months in our public space destroying that park. How dare our City offer our public park up as a private campground to anyone, let alone the drug addled thieves that took over our public space. Never let this happen again. Please lobby for the reinstatement of park rangers to monitor our public parks and make sure you do not allow entrenched encampments to take hold at any of them ever again. Thank you! 3/29/2023 8:18 AM
397 i go to many parks over the hill and in the bay area for my kids comp soccer/ softball. the parks are invested in, clean and safe. this would be nice here 3/29/2023 7:55 AM
398 Bring back fairs, concerts, and community events 3/29/2023 7:47 AM 399 It would be nice to also have more frisbee golf options. I don't think you really have to add anything else to the park, other than a work out stations area. Keep it simple so it can have the most potential.
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402 N/A 3/29/2023 7:00 AM
403 Bring lots of daily visitors to the park with pickleball courts and concrete ping pong tables and an area for off-leash dogs. And a place for food trucks with a nice place to sit while you’re eating.
3/29/2023 6:09 AM
404 chess/checker/backgammon tables in a patio garden 3/29/2023 4:53 AM 405 Nope 3/29/2023 2:37 AM
406 The park was ruined by the drug camp. Good luck ever fixing that stigma. A nice lawn, lawn bowling, maybe a few disc baskets and an occasional event is enough. Keep it simple, it’s a park not an amusement park.
3/29/2023 12:48 AM
407 Bike paths are great. 3/28/2023 11:55 PM
408 I'm really torn between Pickleball and a big off leash dog park with hardware features. We desperately need both!
3/28/2023 10:59 PM
409 n/a 3/28/2023 9:54 PM
410 Pickleball is fastest growing sport 3/28/2023 9:53 PM 411 please protect the park for all residents to use 3/28/2023 9:12 PM 412 You could start with the 12 pickleball courts I envision. That would be a good starting place and wouldn't cost too much. That would bring many people to the park. Talk with Terry Long of Santa Cruz Pickleball. He already proposed a conceptual plan for 505 Water st. through Jeff Gaffney.
3/28/2023 9:04 PM
413 Stop letting the homeless take over... people won't use it if they don't feel safe 3/28/2023 8:53 PM 414 None 3/28/2023 8:52 PM
415 N/A 3/28/2023 8:45 PM
416 A park like a central park would be nice. Something for everyone. 3/28/2023 8:34 PM 417 make available popular sports and activities 3/28/2023 8:29 PM 418 Pickleball 3/28/2023 8:27 PM
419 N/A 3/28/2023 8:16 PM
420 A water feature that included buckets, sand, pipes, spouts, etc. 3/28/2023 8:04 PM 421 I'm a regular pickleball player at Brommer, Derby, and Sky Park. I live off of Morrissey.

Personally, I'd rather see one large space for pickleball in Santa Cruz city limits that has 12-16 courts rather than all the smaller spaces we go to which are often full. The reason is it builds better community and is a lively scene being all in one place. 3/28/2023 7:52 PM
422 A three story lighthouse 3/28/2023 7:49 PM
423 Just don’t let it become a homeless camp again 3/28/2023 7:31 PM 424 N/A 3/28/2023 7:25 PM
425 no ideas 3/28/2023 7:18 PM
426 I’m open to other ideas too. 3/28/2023 7:07 PM
427 N/a 3/28/2023 7:06 PM
428 It's a great park even restored to "as it was". 3/28/2023 7:05 PM 429 Kids Park (Playground) vs Adult Park (Pickleball, Basketball etc).. a Needs Assesment should be done
3/28/2023 7:05 PM
430 More pickleball courts. I raised my son here. The playgrounds were boring when he was little and for a teenager there was nothing but trouble at the parks. I'm sick of the homeless and weekend birthday parties trashing our parks.
3/28/2023 7:00 PM
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432 There needs to be gates and hours so that it is locked overnight. There’s nothing like bringing your four year old to a park and finding a homeless person sleeping on the slide. 3/28/2023 6:31 PM
433 A sports club including lap pools, tennis courts, pickle ball, bocce ball and club with food & full bar. Something like Seascape, but even better. Could host tennis games, etc., and memberships from community & surrounding hotel guests. Include a large conference room as well.
3/28/2023 6:31 PM
434 N/A 3/28/2023 6:29 PM
435 Thanks for the survey. 3/28/2023 6:11 PM
436 na 3/28/2023 5:58 PM
437 Thank you for investing in our recreational spaces 3/28/2023 5:56 PM 438 The more relevant the features are, there park users there will be, and the less problems associated with homelessness. Sadly the homeless presence keeps many other potential users away.
3/28/2023 5:49 PM
439 We need more Pickleball courts in the City/County. It's the fast growing sport in the world. 3/28/2023 5:31 PM 440 I’ll be 80 or dead by then 3/28/2023 5:30 PM
441 Concerts, makers market etc 3/28/2023 5:30 PM
442 Need to add more community gathering places 3/28/2023 5:28 PM 443 ? 3/28/2023 5:27 PM
444 You will have to make more parking available. 3/28/2023 5:04 PM 445 Pond needs to be cleaned up, updated. 3/28/2023 5:01 PM 446 n/a 3/28/2023 4:57 PM
447 Mini classes teaching kids how to make,build,do stuff. 3/28/2023 4:57 PM 448 Thank you for the survey. 3/28/2023 4:49 PM
449 N/A 3/28/2023 4:49 PM
450 None 3/28/2023 4:48 PM
451 no 3/28/2023 4:47 PM
452 N/A 3/28/2023 4:47 PM
453 I think the Londen Nelson park is a good example of a city park to offer ideas. Its not that big of a space for a baseball field or whatever so it needs to fit into the existing space. 3/28/2023 4:46 PM
454 None 3/28/2023 4:45 PM
455 continue to implement no overnight camping and clean restrooms that are locked at night 3/28/2023 4:44 PM 456 n/a 3/28/2023 4:42 PM
457 I love San Lorenzo park and would love to see it restored and it has so much to offer. 3/28/2023 4:40 PM 458 NA 3/28/2023 4:24 PM
459 More wheelchair friendly on the lawn with a path. 3/28/2023 4:12 PM 460 All of these questions avoid the elephant in the room - if you hand this park over to the homeless each winter any updates you do will be ruined. Honestly, you don't need to update the park - just return it to the people of Santa Cruz. Make it a safe place to go to. 3/28/2023 3:53 PM
461 San Lo. Park would be a great venue for a cyclocross race. Sorry you'll probably have to google cyclocross...
3/28/2023 3:48 PM
462 It would be nice as well to have fun concrete sidewalks or paths for children to roller skate, also a skate park.
3/28/2023 3:44 PM
463 Both Levee's from the Boardwalk to the Tannery need to be cleaned up, There are a few 3/28/2023 3:13 PM

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especially bad portions on the levee's near the Park, Drug users, alcoholics, mentally ill. and other undesirable inhabit that area. It is NOT a family friendly place. 464 none 3/28/2023 3:04 PM
465 none 3/28/2023 2:58 PM
466 I miss this park being a resource for our community. I'm glad it is going to get some attention. 3/28/2023 2:49 PM 467 Santa Cruz needs to reduce vagrancy and make it safe for our communities. 3/28/2023 2:32 PM 468 Please fix the homeless problem before you spend public dollars on this. We've spent enough cleaning up public spaces, like Ross camp and the Benchlands. Let's not continue wasting money on cleanups! New park infrastructure will just get destroyed if the homeless problem isn't addressed first.
3/28/2023 2:15 PM
469 N/A 3/28/2023 2:11 PM
470 N/A 3/28/2023 1:59 PM
471 n/a 3/28/2023 1:58 PM
472 n/a 3/28/2023 1:50 PM
473 I spent a lot of time going to sit around the pond area. I noticed a lot of people also liked to do this. Maybe rebuild the pond, so there is a drainage, and no algae build up from lack of care or water. I would ride my bike to pond and play area as a child...lots of fun back then--I used to LOVE the Spring fairs and festivals back then
3/28/2023 1:35 PM
474 ? 3/28/2023 1:28 PM
475 Any change is good for the park! 3/28/2023 1:28 PM
476 NA 3/28/2023 1:17 PM
477 None 3/28/2023 1:15 PM
478 no 3/28/2023 1:14 PM
479 would love access to paddle the river. we would be able to collect the trash in it to help keep it clean.
3/28/2023 12:44 PM
480 nope 3/28/2023 12:43 PM
481 The last time my daughter and I used the bike path to the boardwalk, we had to see lots of men using iv drugs right on the path way for all to see. I have never been back. That was five years ago.
3/28/2023 12:43 PM
482 Invest in revenue generating things so that it can sustain itself. Keep transients out with hired Security. Make it family friendly.
3/28/2023 12:42 PM
483 As someone extremely concerned about light pollution and unnecessary light at night, I urge that the City update any lighting in the Park to be fully-shielded, dark sky friendly lighting. This will both ensure public safety by having adequate lighting, as well as maintain the ability to have owls and other night environment creatures have a place in the park. 3/28/2023 12:41 PM
484 make it safe for the general (law abiding) public again soon 3/28/2023 12:38 PM 485 N/a 3/28/2023 12:29 PM
486 If you want to do a playground, Berkeley has some innovative ones that include zip lines and building with tools and scraps.
3/28/2023 12:29 PM
487 Clean it up is most important. Keep homeless out 3/28/2023 12:28 PM 488 It would be cool if there was a... Farmers Market held there once a week 3/28/2023 12:24 PM 489 I did not select a passive park because I know it will invite camping, sleeping and open drug use again. It seems this park can only thrive if it is not inviting for these types of behaviors and it is enforced.
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491 na 3/28/2023 12:22 PM
492 Possible a spot for food trucks 3/28/2023 12:20 PM
493 Please clean up downtown so we can enjoy it agsin 3/28/2023 12:06 PM 494 A fixed permanent stage/amphitheater with steel truss to hang stage lights and PA speakers.

This would be ideal for day and night events at the park. 3/28/2023 11:40 AM
495 N/A 3/28/2023 11:24 AM
496 Just keep the criminals out please! 3/28/2023 10:53 AM 497 N/A 3/28/2023 10:19 AM
498 Santa Cruz doesn't have a Park that is dedicated to foster community education/awareness of its rich, unique natural resources. The park is in a perfect location to creatively design a park that offers such an experience. The playground should have interactive activities that allow kids to experience the basic law of physics, hydrology, engineering, which is a common feature in the European playgrounds.
3/28/2023 9:54 AM
499 None 3/28/2023 9:14 AM
500 You required an answer to the pond question, but I don't know what you are referring to. So please disregard my answer.
3/28/2023 9:00 AM
501 If you have daily activities, it will bring more families and hopefully keep the drug addicts away.

Yes, San Lorenzo is that park in our town.
3/28/2023 8:51 AM
502 make it inexpensive to maintain, enjoyable to visit, and inhospitable to criminals and vagrants. 3/28/2023 8:39 AM 503 It really is not safe out here at all. I work at the County building and I go for walks at most 3 times a week because it is difficult to stay inside all day. I have had many run ins with people yelling at us.
3/28/2023 8:29 AM
504 N/A 3/28/2023 8:19 AM
505 no 3/28/2023 7:51 AM
506 Please make the park safe for everyone to enjoy. Make it safe for children and seniors to use. 3/28/2023 7:31 AM 507 The city really needs to do more about the homeless issue. I’ve been flashed, called names, threatened and generally fear for my safety in the park. Between the park and the levee I avoid the area completely. I used to jog through the area, eat lunch there and generally use it as a place to walk through on my way home.
3/28/2023 7:22 AM
508 Update the pond and pond stage. 3/28/2023 12:55 AM
509 A community splash pad would be awesome! Kids would have a blast in those hot days. 3/27/2023 11:34 PM 510 lighted pickleball courts 3/27/2023 8:34 PM
511 None 3/27/2023 6:27 PM
512 n/a 3/27/2023 5:15 PM
513 No - thanks! 3/27/2023 5:06 PM
514 N/A 3/27/2023 4:49 PM
515 I lived very close to this park for a few years. I used to go birdwatching in this park quite a bit.

Now, hardly anyone does, because of homeless people and loss of habitat. But if homeless were removed, birders would come back. Unusual waterfowl sometimes visit the pond and nearby lawn. Rare birds used to be found along the river there and along the County buildings (in trees that have since been removed).
3/27/2023 4:32 PM
516 N/A 3/27/2023 4:12 PM
517 N/a 3/27/2023 4:06 PM
518 na 3/27/2023 3:08 PM
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background for educational placards, or ideas for art installations, or use the space for community festivals.
520 Keep the park safe, healthy, and accessible to all folks in our community - this means those experiencing houselessness - have a space to get clean and hire staff to keep the clean space clean. Period.
3/27/2023 2:52 PM
521 I would go more if there was like a park ranger booth always open, because right now it's scary there some homeless people that are walking around screaming and throwing things around at the park, I would avoid the back path when there was all the encampments because it would smell bad and now it's only fresh air. If it looks too empty it's scary too. I would like to make it feel safer like a park ranger always around. Also more lights at night make it feel like a Disney Land magical park gardenplaza kiosk? Like trees with green moss vibes like new orleans vibes. Gardens of Wonder at Disneyland Paris. Majestic Gardens. A splash mountain Disney World theme part in the park with Water fountain and plants and big rocks too? 3/27/2023 2:47 PM
522 This is not a “People’s Park”. This is a community resource, a place for multigenerational community members to come together. We need to eliminate any tolerance of camping and maybe even loitering for longer than 1/2 day at the park. Literally, maybe ticket enterances through 15 feet fences (artfully made) would be better. Call it a museum park and restrict access, while free, to prevent any individuals misbehaving can be identified and targeted for removal. Make if safe. That is more important than anything else in this survey. 3/27/2023 2:46 PM
523 no 3/27/2023 2:28 PM
524 Keep It Clean and safe 3/27/2023 2:19 PM
525 I think the neighbors should have the first say in what gets done. Hopefully, it will not become what it was before......
3/27/2023 2:17 PM
526 Thank you for fixing up this park! 3/27/2023 2:10 PM 527 n/a 3/27/2023 1:54 PM
528 I think part of this redesign should be considering how people not only use the park but also move through it. Largely this is in reference to the levee path and pedestrian bridge. The park is a hub connecting Santa Cruz in all directions, bikes and pedestrians crossing through should be able to do so comfortably and easily while not impeding those more passively using the space.
3/27/2023 1:54 PM
529 Get rid of the homeless people. They ruin the park for everyone else!!! 3/27/2023 1:45 PM 530 Parking Structure 3/27/2023 1:43 PM
531 If doing events, I think they should be limited to areas closer to the roads and leave the areas near the river for native plants and animals; also is there a way to encourage fish restoration as well along the river in this area; I don't think the park has enough space for full sport facilities
3/27/2023 1:39 PM
532 na 3/27/2023 1:21 PM
533 n/a 3/27/2023 1:19 PM
534 N/A 3/27/2023 1:17 PM
535 Thanks for asking for input. That area felt ugly, scary, and even unsafe for a few years. Glad to know it's going to be restored for public enjoyment.
3/27/2023 1:14 PM
536 Outdoor school as mentioned previously. 3/27/2023 1:12 PM 537 preserve the existing park as much as possible, reduce minimally and add whatever as an integration because people like less change than more but they also like new things. 3/27/2023 1:00 PM
538 I think you should have a good idea of what i've described above. Good luck.. 3/27/2023 12:59 PM 539 I would love if there was a bike share location stationed at the park once the bike share program is activated!!!! Also, I would love if there were more childrens and teen programming at the park. My kids are sad that the park has been closed for so long, and every time we walk through the park at night, it's not super well lit- more lighting and wider ADA pathways are a must!
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540 I think I covered it….was born in SC in 1953…I am not an old fuddy duddy….I am a business man in Santa Cruz County for 50+ years….I am really upset that we need to meet our state commitments for housing downtown….but, you don’t see Pacific Grove, Carmel, other other tourist destinations building high density housing downtown. 3/27/2023 12:12 PM
541 This centrally located park is a gem that needs to be polished. I have had the opportunity to enjoy this park since the late sixties through the eighties. Many a birthday party and later the Spring fairs. Most recently the food truck events.
3/27/2023 12:08 PM
542 Basketball court would be huge. 3/27/2023 12:06 PM
543 We just need to keep the pond, lawn bowling for the old people and the kids playground with the snake. More benches would encourage the people from the apartments across the street to visit. I think there should be no more sleeping bags, tents, drug use, etc, in that park where children play. It's such a great park, I would love to see it restored. I know the pond needs work, maybe some concrete company in town could donate the true repairs that are needed. I love the idea of the benchlands being left alone, but I also have such good memories of the Spring Fair. Maybe a mixture, but don't allow vehicles in that area. 3/27/2023 11:53 AM
544 The space is too small for a discgolf "course" but some baskets would be fun for practice. I paractice wall for pickleball, and courts would be well used. Volleyball court(s) The area must be safe and patrol/enforcement will be required. We can't let our public spaces be used for illicit use and overflow for our homeless crisis. Positive activities and their equipment and spaces need to be encouraged and protected.
3/27/2023 11:47 AM
545 Not at this time but look forward to seeing the planned improvements & use of this area. 3/27/2023 11:45 AM 546 Make this a safe space for people to take their families. 3/27/2023 11:44 AM 547 A concession cafe like Fran's at steamer lane would be awesome. It would be nice to have bathrooms that felt safe/clean to bring kids into
3/27/2023 11:39 AM
548 Having a flea market back in town would be great. If not there, somewhere. Please! 3/27/2023 11:34 AM 549 Please leave dragon in playground. I played on it when I was a child and so have many others.

It sparks imagination, helps conquers fear, and has a magic that cannot be matched by modern playground features.
3/27/2023 11:32 AM
550 By keeping the uses of the park simple, it will be easier to maintain and hopefully not subject to maintenance budget cuts in lean years. The area has a lot of natural beauty if it is not overused or misused.
3/27/2023 11:24 AM
551 N/A 3/27/2023 11:21 AM
552 Make the playground safe from needles. 3/27/2023 11:21 AM 553 It would be great if the park could preserve/enhance the best of the current park and rehabilitate the floodplain with natural/historical/art/dock features that integrate the park with the river front. Right now the remaining park features feel cordoned off and inaccessible. It would be good to keep safety in mind (playground) while increasing connections within the park and to the surrounding downtown and river areas. More integration and planned activities in the park would increase utilization and make the park feel more welcoming/safer. 3/27/2023 11:21 AM
554 Restore nature 3/27/2023 11:17 AM
555 none 3/27/2023 11:16 AM
556 Take a look at San Luis Obispo County parks for great playground ideas and park looks, such as the Sinsheimer Park and the Santa Rosa Park in San Luis Obispo and the Dinosaur Caves Park and the Pismo Beach Pier Park in Pismo Beach.
3/27/2023 11:11 AM
557 N/A 3/27/2023 11:10 AM
558 n/a 3/27/2023 11:07 AM
559 Update the play area with poured in place surfacing. With no sand anywhere near it. 3/27/2023 11:07 AM 560 NA 3/27/2023 11:03 AM
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562 No, no other ideas. 3/27/2023 11:02 AM
563 I think any improvements to the park that will make it an enjoyable place for resident and families and visitors will be wonderful improvements. Having a safe, clean place to walk during my work time is important to me.
3/27/2023 11:02 AM
564 In the past, I've attended food and music festivals with three generations of my family.

Unfortunately, the park is unsafe right now. Hopefully we can get it cleaned up and back to a community jewel.
3/27/2023 10:59 AM
565 have the local schools be involved in art installations and cleanup efforts 3/27/2023 10:57 AM 566 Do what it takes to ensure safety and no unauthorized sleeping. 3/27/2023 10:57 AM 567 Good luck! 3/27/2023 10:57 AM
568 Los Gatos, Campbell, Cupertino, and Carmel put on music and plays in Summer in their parks which are very fun and well attended. An area to make that possible might be nice also. 3/27/2023 10:56 AM
569 n/a 3/27/2023 10:53 AM
570 NA 3/27/2023 10:53 AM
571 Plant trees and grass 3/27/2023 10:52 AM
572 I want the park to be a SAFE, healthy, vibrant community space. It is such a beautiful space in the heart of Santa Cruz, but is completely unusable, and folks don't feel safe there. It should not be used a temporary (or permanent) place for folks to live. So, ANYTHING but a homeless encampment or hang-out space for drug usage. Thank you for this survey! 3/27/2023 10:51 AM
573 Thank you for the survey! 3/27/2023 10:50 AM
574 How about no camping in the parks/city? 3/27/2023 10:50 AM 575 Disc golf putting area. 3/27/2023 10:49 AM
576 See my previous comments. 3/27/2023 10:48 AM
577 Any new facilities need to be designed to withstand river flooding as more intense flooding will occur more frequently with climate change. Facilities need to be easily cleaned of graffiti and withstand vandalism. Erosion along the levee should be addressed with strategically placed plantings of native plants. Willows are a great option, but they also create hiding places and potentially unsafe conditions (e.g., Berryessa BART station). 3/27/2023 10:47 AM
578 Until under the bridges are safe, none of this will work. 3/27/2023 10:46 AM 579 Not sure at this time 3/27/2023 10:46 AM
580 Please do not use this park area for an encampment. It should be used for children and community benefits.
3/27/2023 10:43 AM
581 Events should be small scale. The bigger events chewed up the lawn. Leave the park for picnicing and foot traffic and have the cars and trailers park in the County lot 3/27/2023 10:43 AM
582 Nothing else 3/27/2023 10:41 AM
583 thanks for letting us have some input. 3/27/2023 10:40 AM 584 n/a 3/27/2023 10:40 AM
585 Honestly, if it is just cleaned up, but kept mostly as is, it would be a great park again. The pond needs to stay. The benchlands area needs to stay open. The path should remain. 3/27/2023 10:38 AM
586 Safe passageways under bridges. We probably need more homeless shelters and associated services to make any difference here, so that should probably be the priority. 3/27/2023 10:38 AM
587 New restrooms 3/27/2023 10:38 AM
588 n/a 3/27/2023 10:37 AM
589 see above. Regardless of good ideas, until the park feels safe, it will not be used. 3/27/2023 10:36 AM 590 Thank you 3/27/2023 10:35 AM

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591 N/A 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
592 We don't need a lot of change. Just updates and cleanliness. Don't change the history of the landscape. Just maybe add an educational area and some native gardens. Keep it simple and keep it CLEAN!!!
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593 good luck 3/27/2023 10:35 AM
594 NA 3/27/2023 10:34 AM
595 nope 3/27/2023 10:33 AM
596 I am thrilled that you are re-envisioning this park so that it serves the greater community. 3/27/2023 10:33 AM 597 Daily cleanup and patrol of the river for safety and environmental hazards 3/27/2023 10:32 AM 598 Thanks for asking us, excited to see the transformation! 3/27/2023 10:32 AM 599 don't keep letting homeless community to establish itself - no, I do not have a solution 3/27/2023 10:32 AM 600 Any new facilities will quickly be destroyed if the homeless population is allowed to impact the area. Security will almost certainly be necessary.
3/27/2023 10:30 AM
601 don't let it get out of hand again 3/27/2023 10:29 AM 602 Thank you for helping the unhoused out of the park. Hope they get the help they need while making it safer for the public
3/27/2023 10:29 AM
603 More parking on areas that are not being used. 3/27/2023 10:29 AM 604 na 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
605 N/A 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
606 Address parking issues. You can make the park as beatiful as possible but without parking only the people who live close enough to walk can enjoy. 3/27/2023 10:28 AM
607 :) 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
608 n/a 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
609 Chess tables, gaming tables would be nice. 3/27/2023 10:27 AM 610 N/A 3/27/2023 10:27 AM
611 n/a 3/27/2023 10:26 AM
612 Evening light show events! Like Oakland Zoofari, and others around the US that include food stands/ trucks. The one in Durham, NC was a blast to go to, they change it up and have it a few times a year. Hot chocolate, small snacks and free parking! 3/27/2023 10:23 AM
613 n/a 3/27/2023 10:14 AM
614 N/A 3/27/2023 10:13 AM
615 afgdfgdfg 3/27/2023 10:12 AM
616 I truly appreciate the opportunity to take the survey. As a life long resident of Santa Cruz County, it has been very difficult to have the park taken over by the encampment multiple times over the years and to not feel safe or be able to enjoy as I did as a kid. 3/27/2023 10:10 AM
617 Whatever you’re going to do, do it quickly. Ignore all the tree hugging community persons and just do something good for the city.
3/27/2023 10:09 AM
618 Maybe not have a homelessness camp there. 3/27/2023 10:07 AM 619 Bench lands could be another Neary lagoon type environment on a smaller scale but with more visibility and access. An environment like that wouldn't be such an attractive nuisance. What does the SLURP call out?
3/27/2023 10:03 AM
620 ADA compliant, friendly. NO PETS. Events. No camping or drug use. CLEAN. Food/beverage at events. NO LATE events past 9pm. Neighbor friendly.
3/27/2023 10:00 AM
621 No other ideas or comments. Thank you for putting together this survey! 3/27/2023 9:56 AM

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622 NA 3/27/2023 9:56 AM
623 N/A. 3/27/2023 9:54 AM
624 No 3/27/2023 9:52 AM
625 The benchlands seems an ideal space for large outdoor music events (which could probably make some good $$ for the City).
3/27/2023 9:52 AM
626 Jump pad! 3/27/2023 9:50 AM
627 Please consider wildlife as well as humans, they are also part of our community ecosystem. 3/27/2023 9:48 AM 628 Concerts, with food trucks, beer and wine sales, play grounds for kids. 3/27/2023 9:45 AM 629 Thanks for the survey and for getting community feedback. Keep up the great work. 3/27/2023 9:42 AM 630 Nope. 3/27/2023 9:38 AM
631 Nope, but I appreciate all of yours! 3/27/2023 9:37 AM 632 walking path should be cleaned more often. You always see alot of garbage along the way.

Someone should be checking it on a daily basis. There are areas that smell like urine and you can see the areas that are used more by homeless. mainly under the bridge. 3/27/2023 9:36 AM
633 n/a 3/27/2023 9:34 AM
634 None now. 3/27/2023 9:24 AM
635 a CLEAN, peaceful, park that has lots of natural wildlife. An environment that represents the passage to our "marine sanctuary" as the river flows to the bay. 3/27/2023 9:21 AM
636 na 3/27/2023 9:13 AM
637 n/a 3/27/2023 9:08 AM
638 n/a 3/27/2023 9:07 AM
639 n/a 3/27/2023 8:42 AM
640 I think there should be a long term goal and a short term one. While a park is being designed, I think there is a lot on the quicker/temporary side that can be done in the benchlands. For example, hosting events (like the circus that was here a few years ago) and a pump track for kids.
3/26/2023 9:40 PM
641 Fix the pond so it’s not gross. Clean it, no trash in water. 3/26/2023 7:56 PM 642 Please step up police enforcement of ALL city parks. And I think it would be good for officers to patrol on foot or bicycle so the criminals won't have easy visibility into an approaching police car. I'd hate to see the park become another locked facility as some some Santa Cruz city parks have become. Please no obtrusive fences around the park preventing access. 3/26/2023 5:01 PM
643 We need to live with our houseless neighbors and neighbors who have addictions. Part of this project should include ways to make sure there are easily accessible services for them to receive help/ support. We will have to learn to co-exist. Can there be regular needle and trash clean up to keep the community safe? I never had a poor interaction with a houseless person in my years of going to San Lorenzo park, but I did worry about poop and needles. 3/26/2023 4:57 PM
644 We’re really missing an opportunity if we fail to showcase the river. It’s a differentiator for this park. And with downtown development ramping up along with limited green space, this park and the Riverwalk become even more useful to residents, visitors and downtown workers. A quiet mostly natural place for fun.
3/26/2023 8:05 AM
645 Integrate the park with the river walk and downtown 3/26/2023 7:42 AM 646 Have children design the perfect playground 3/25/2023 9:46 PM 647 n/a 3/25/2023 6:56 PM
648 Art fair (art & wine festival); small facility for art classes; bring back the events that used to take place there, like free Shakespeare in the Park, etc. Continue hosting the San Francisco 3/25/2023 6:13 PM

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Mime Troupe. An annual community conversation about the future of the city, "prototyping festival" where people could present alternative visions than those pushed by city planners. 649 Don't over develop the area. It just needs to be functional, not "exciting." 3/25/2023 5:12 PM 650 Location for pickleball tournaments, hotels close by, more money spent downtown 3/25/2023 5:02 PM 651 I am so grateful you are seeking my opinion. Every day I get to enjoy and watch others enjoy the improvements at Central Park-it's wonderful. I'm excited to see what happens at San Lorenzo Park. Thank you!
3/25/2023 9:45 AM
652 Let’s embrace the river as a recreation and restoration area. Let kayakers and sup and Inter tubes go in. The more we use it the more we will want to save it 3/25/2023 9:13 AM
653 we are so disconnected from the river, the only people who are able to connect to it are the homeless people
3/25/2023 8:55 AM
654 Please keep the pond! Anything that can be done to promote positive activity discourage negative /destructive activities so the park feels safe and accessible to all. Thanks. 3/25/2023 7:06 AM
655 I believe that a successful future for this wonderful park must draw in local individuals and families regularly. In order for this to happen, it must present a clean and safe atmosphere on a daily basis. Anything less will be a waste of time and money. 3/25/2023 6:57 AM
656 Protect the riparian area for birds and fish. 3/24/2023 10:48 PM 657 More signage to connect people to and from the park to other parts of the city. Wider bike/pedestrian paths to accommodate both bikes and people at the same time. 3/24/2023 10:43 PM
658 overlook at the confluence of branciforte and SLP 3/24/2023 9:43 PM 659 N/a 3/24/2023 8:17 PM
660 The park has beautiful ancient cork oak trees (Quercus suber), busy doing what trees do: a biochemical process that converts molecules of CO2, releases life- giving oxygen and stores the carbon. These trees host a myriad of species above ground and millions more underground, all of it an interconnected dance of life. Preserve these trees and consider planting a sapling or two that can grow over the decades to become replacement trees. 3/24/2023 7:37 PM
661 None 3/24/2023 7:20 PM
662 small food service like in county building...maybe food trucks for early evening dining in the park in daylight months--the lotuses in the pond are awesome...they should be a highlight of the park and community
3/24/2023 6:59 PM
663 No 3/24/2023 6:49 PM
664 If there are large events, do maybe 1 or 2 a month. Then those of us who live close by can get a break :-)
3/24/2023 6:20 PM
665 N/a 3/24/2023 6:05 PM
666 Make it hard for gangs, drug dealers/users, transients to take over the area so people feel safe to visit and spend time there.
3/24/2023 5:47 PM
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San Lorenzo Park Redesign Process
Draft Guiding Principles and Design Goals
Guiding Principles:

1. Keep the park clean, safe, and secure.

2. Make the park uniquely Santa Cruz and reflect our culture.

3. Activate the park.

4. Make the park a sustainable green space for everyone.

5. Promote biodiversity and natural habitat.

6. Create a park that attracts the community and visitors.

7. Offer a range of activities, events, and programs for all ages and abilities.

8. Increase visibility and accessibility of the park and river.

Design Goals:

1. Design a park that is sustainable and maintainable.

2. Include a range of spaces for passive recreation such as trails, picnic areas, walking, and bird watching.

3. Include a range of spaces for active recreation and different programs.

4. Promote opportunities for environmental and historical education.

5. Design for multi-modal access.

6. Preserve heritage trees.

7. Conduct restoration projects in the riverlands to promote native plant species.

8. Provide facilities including restrooms, drinking fountains, waste receptacles, and seating.

9. Connect to the river for education, unique encounters, and stewardship.

10. Include a playground for all ages and abilities with natural, climbing, and interactive elements.

11. Create venues for different size events and festivals.

12. Create prominent entries and connections to the park.

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AIDS Memorial and Recognition of the LGBTQIA+ Community at San Lorenzo Park Proposal:

On behalf of the Santa Cruz Diversity Center, Santa Cruz Pride and the broader Santa Cruz County LGBTQIA+ community, we request that the redesign of San Lorenzo Park include an AIDS Memorial and recognition of the LGBTQIA+ community.

History and Background
In the summer of 1975 over 200 LGBTQ+ folks came together for a picnic and celebration at San Lorenzo Park that came to be known as Santa Cruz Pride. This was one of the first smaller town Pride celebrations in the nation. On a yearly basis, Santa Cruz Pride was celebrated on the first weekend of June in San Lorenzo Park growing to thousands of people until weather and numbers moved our event to other locations in downtown Santa Cruz in the 2000s.

Just a mere six years after that first Pride, news reports and rumors spread of a deadly virus. Early on, AIDS was described as "gay-related immune deficiency," or GRID, because it was first observed in the gay community. The early years of the epidemic were marked by fear, stigma, and discrimination against people living with HIV/AIDS.

This was especially true for the gay men’s community, who were often blamed for the epidemic. However, the response in Santa Cruz was extraordinary. This was the moment when the barriers of mistrust, that had separated gay men from lesbians (and other members of the LGBTQ+ community), fell. This was when the Santa Cruz queer community and our allies came together and devised an extraordinary plan to confront the stigma around this horrific virus and provide support and education.

During the depths of the AIDS crisis, San Lorenzo Park became even more important to our community by providing an annual place to celebrate LGBTQIA+ rights and to mourn the life’s lost to AIDS.

Alignment with San Lorenzo Park Redesign Plan
Excerpts from the plan and rationale for an AIDS memorial:
- “Prioritizing inclusivity”
LGBTQIA+ people have been and continue to be a marginalized group across the U.S. However, the City of Santa Cruz has made great strides to include and legislate the importance of how LGBTQIA+ people belong in our county. We believe that the City of Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz County should be the model of inclusivity and this memorial would further this vision. - “Representation of cultures and peoples from all stages of history should be included as part of the design and as educational components” The LGBTQIA+ community developed throughout the city and county have made important contributions to the City and County of Santa Cruz. In particular, during the 1980s, the Santa Cruz AIDS Project (SCAP) was a model of how to support people during the AIDS epidemic and brought the entire community together in support of all people.

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- “The park redesign should honor these traditions, increase the opportunity to host events and traditions for other cultures and peoples, and create spaces for new events, festivals, and traditions to occur. It has the potential to not only support the community, but also to be uniquely Santa Cruz. The redesign process should embrace what is unique about Santa Cruz as fundamental to the design."
One of the many unique aspects of Santa Cruz is the importance of the LGBTQIA+ community. The first Santa Cruz Pride was held in San Lorenzo Park in 1975 and that tradition has continued for almost 50 years. Some of the people involved in the first Santa Cruz Pride events went on to found the Santa Cruz AIDS project and the many cultural traditions of the LGBTQIA+ community grew out of these events and continue today throughout the city and county.

Proposed AIDS Memorial Beginning Design Thoughts
Our committee believes that the AIDS memorial placed somewhere in San Lorenzo Park may include these elements:
- One design consideration is to have a fairly large stone feature in the middle of the memorial area. Attached or embedded to this stone would be a metal ribbon scrolling upward, in a barber poll like fashion, with a chronology of our LGBTQIA+ struggles and triumphs during the AIDS crisis. - A circle of benches could surround this stone with an outer circle of roses embracing the benches.
- Other design ideas could include: mobiles, chimes, (solar generated) lighting effects…
- Remembrance of those who lost their life’s to AIDS.
- Education component that teaches how the Santa Cruz community came together in the 1980s to support those with AIDS
- Honoring the Santa Cruz AIDS project as a model that was utilized by other cities throughout the nation
- The many events that grew out of the Santa Cruz AIDS project including the implementation of the Queer Youth Leadership Awards and mobilization of activists to defeat anti-LGBTQ legislation such as Proposition 6 in 1978 - Important people who were involved in this important history including John Laird, Jo Kenney, Jerry Solomon, Neal Coonerty and others. - Interactive and educational component for young people to learn about the AIDS outreach in Santa Cruz and subsequent LGBTQ accomplishments. - Partnership with the Santa Cruz MAH LGBTQIA+ queer history digitization project.

Contact Information:
- Tom Ellison, Coordinator and Community Member, 831-566-8835, [email protected]
- Meggie Pina, Manager of Programs and Impact, Diversity Center of Santa Cruz County, [email protected].
- Rob Darrow, Chair, Santa Cruz Pride. [email protected]

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From: Shantanu Phukan <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, August 06, 2023 4:12 PM
To: City Council
Cc: [email protected]
Subject: San Lorenzo Park Redesign and Benchlands
Dear City Council members:

I am writing to urge you to protect and plant the Benchlands section of San Lorenzo park as a natural riparian zone and to not develop it for active recreational use.

As a long time resident of this city I have used the benchlands for birding and can attest that it is the single most bio‐diverse part of the park since it has a row of Cottonwoods and willows in which birds nest and forage. Furthermore, this is the only part of the riverfront that has anything resembling a natural vegetation.

We should build on this strength and develop the Benchlands by actively planting other native plant species and a trail that meanders through the plantings for people to study and enjoy nature.

More active recreational uses should be limited to the upper part of the park like the duck pond, lawn and children's playground. The two parts of the park‐‐the upper and lower‐‐should be developed separately and with two different sets of management goals.

I would also like to stress that the Benchlands should not have disc golf baskets placed in it since disc golfers repeatedly trample vegetation and nests when they go in search of wayward frisbees. Other local parks that have allowed disc golf (Pinto lake for example) have suffered drastic damage to ground vegetation and thus to nesting birds and mammals.

Thank you
Shantanu Phukan
207 May Avenue, Santa Cruz
August 4, 2023

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From: crystal hawley <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, August 06, 2023 3:49 PM
To: City Council
Subject: San Lorenzo park
I sincerely hope the City will advise the Parks and Recreation Department to designate the Benchlands portion of the Park as an Open Space, a  riparian wetland protected under federal and state law as such. It should  not be lumped into the recreational portion of the Park.  And it should have a completely separate set of guiding principles and goals.

Thank you,
Crystal Hawley
Sent from my iPhone

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From: Jeb Bishop <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, August 06, 2023 8:55 PM
To: City Council
Cc: Barbara Riverwoman
Subject: lower San Lorenzo Park for nature!
To the City Council,
I wholeheartedly support making the lower part of San Lorenzo River (the benchlands) into a nature preserve with habitat for birds, pollinators, and other riverine animals.  The upper part can remain as it is as a more conventional park space. Please see the copied letter for more details.

Jeb Bishop
319 Brook Ave
Santa Cruz CA 95062
Proposal copied from Barbara Riverwoman and Friends of the River:

PLEASE ASK THE COUNCIL TO APPROVE THE PRINCIPLES AND GOALS

FOR THE UPPER PART, BUT REQUIRE THE PARKS DEPARTMENT TO COME BACK WITH A DIFFERENT SET OF PRINCIPLES FOR THE WETLAND AREA. NO RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT OR ACTIVITIES, I.E. NO PUMP TRACKS, NO DISC FRISBEE, NO FERRIS WHEELS IN A PROTECTED WETLAND AREA!!!!
Dear Council Members,
The list of Principles and Goals before you this afternoon — regarding the redesign of the San Lorenzo Park seems, on the surface at least, to balance active and passive recreational goals as well as to acknowledge the importance of protecting and enhancing our natural environment.

However, to most fully comply with local and state goals regarding healthy rivers and environmental protection, and to win the broadest community support for this redesign, the Upper and Lower SL Park zones must be considered separately, as two separate zones requiring two separate sets of guiding principles and goals The Lower SL Park zone, traditionally referred to as the Benchlands, and referred to in your packet as “the Riverlands”, is a flood plain that extends from the River’s edge to the walkway, and from Water St. to Soquel. This large area is the only natural floodplain remaining along the entire downtown river, the only stretch that is not protected by levees. Its location as part of a public Park represents a unique opportunity for the City to adhere to its climate mitigation plan by prioritizing the restoration of this area to its original state as a native riparian woodland.

As designated stewards of the urbanized segment of the San Lorenzo River, I believe the City of Santa Cruz must set a clear goal of protecting this critical wetland and and its wildlife from active recreation. I also believe that our community should go further! We should use this moment to prioritize restoration of the entire wetland area to its original state as a riparian woodland. Without this level of commitment, phrases like “bio-diversity” and “restoration project” could simply be interpreted as a small native plant demonstration garden somewhere in the upper park, or a few more riparian trees planted in the lower park.

With a full-fledged restoration project from Water St. to Soquel, residents and visitors could enjoy a beautiful oasis of peace just a block from our bustling downtown. This wildlife-rich area would be ideal for long walks along wooded trails, birdwatching, environmental education, benches, and even occasional riverside lookouts that would provide a quiet meditative space for residents to experience the healing beauty of the river up close.

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In sum, I sincerely hope the City will advise the Parks and Recreation Department to designate the Benchlands portion of the Park as an Open Space, a riparian wetland protected under federal and state law as such. It should not be lumped into the recreational portion of the Park. And it should have a completely separate set of guiding principles and goals.

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From: Neil Fairbairn <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, August 06, 2023 5:25 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Item #25 - The Development of the San Lorenzo River Benchlands To the Members of the City Council:

By all means develop the upper area of San Lorenzo Park for appropriate recreational purposes, but please take this opportunity to restore the lower area ‐ the Benchlands ‐ to a more natural state. Here you have a rare chance to create a place of natural beauty in the middle of a growing city.

Restoring the Benchlands would not preclude peaceful recreation. The public should be encouraged to enjoy the river, the wildlife, and the stillness of nature. In times of flood, a natural area would also serve to protect property from damage by absorbing rising waters.

Sometimes doing less is doing more.

Thank you,
Neil Fairbairn
2120 North Pacific Avenue, unit 87
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
tel: 617 272 5603

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From: Judi Grunstra <[email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, August 05, 2023 12:47 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Council meeting Aug 8 2023 Consent Agenda Item 19 Dear Mayor and Council Members:

Please discuss Consent Agenda Item 19 in greater detail. Consider incorporating the following recommendations from the group Protest Our River into future decisions. They emphasize increased attention to protecting the City’s natural environment based on nature-based solutions, improved communication between the community and the City.

The City will incorporate into its statement of goals the commitment to move rapidly towards nature-based Solutions in all its projects.

The City will require that the Transportation and Public Works Department (TPWD) meet with local environmental advocates and groups in the early stages of the development of all new projects in order to assure that projects seek alignment with nature-based solutions.

The City will seek funding for an in-house environmental specialist to work closely with City staff to evaluate all City projects in terms of its alignment with naturebased solutions.

The TPWD will use a graded system of bid evaluation not already in place.

The cheapest bid is not always the best!
The City will establish an easily accessible website for community members to monitor all projects that are in the process of meeting with the Environmental Specialist so that the City Council, City Commissioners and the broader community can keep abreast of current developments in City practice regarding protection of our natural resources.

Thank you.

Judi Grunstra

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From: Barbara Riverwoman <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, August 06, 2023 2:40 PM
To: City Council
Cc: Jessica york; Beki San Martin; Bruce Bratton; Christine Barrington; Mathilde Rand Subject: [CAUTION: Verify Sender Before Opening!] Agenda Item #28 SLR Park Redesign Attachments: Valentin Lopez, Amah Mutsun Tribal Band.docx; Aulinta Handout 2.docx Dear Council Members,
The list of Principles and Goals  before you this afternoon — regarding the redesign of the San Lorenzo Park — seems, on the surface at least,  to balance  active and passive recreational goals as well as to acknowledge the importance of protecting and enhancing our natural environment.

However, to most fully comply with local and state goals regarding healthy rivers and environmental protection, and to win the broadest community support for this redesign, the Upper and Lower SL Park zones must be considered separately, as two separate zones requiring two separate sets of guiding principles and goals The Lower SL Park zone, traditionally referred to as the Benchlands, and referred to in your packet as “the Riverlands”, is a flood plain that extends from the River’s edge to the walkway, and from Water St. to Soquel.  This large area is the only natural  floodplain remaining along the entire downtown river, the only stretch that is not protected by levees.   Its location as part of a public Park represents a unique opportunity for the City to adhere to its climate mitigation plan by prioritizing the restoration of this area to its original state as a native riparian woodland.

As designated stewards of the urbanized segment of the San Lorenzo River, I believe the City of Santa Cruz must set a clear goal of protecting this critical wetland and and its wildlife from active recreation.  I also believe that our community should go further. We should use this moment to prioritize restoration of the entire wetland area to its original state as a  riparian woodland. Without this level of commitment, phrases like “bio‐diversity” and  “restoration project” could simply be interpreted as a small native plant demonstration garden somewhere in the upper park, or a few more riparian trees planted in the  lower park.

With a full‐fledged restoration project from Water St. to Soquel, residents and visitors could enjoy a beautiful oasis of peace just a block from our bustling downtown. This wildlife‐rich area would be ideal for long walks along wooded trails, birdwatching, environmental education, benches, and even occasional riverside lookouts that would provide a quiet meditative space for residents to experience  the healing beauty of the river up close.

Such a spacious and beautiful  urban woodland would have the added benefit of providing much more accessibility to people often excluded from our natural surroundings, i.e. older and disabled people, people who may not feel safe in more remote areas, people without transportation to more remote areas.  Accessibility to our natural world should be something everyone can easily and comfortably enjoy.

In sum, I sincerely hope the City will advise the Parks and Recreation Department to designate the Benchlands portion of the Park as an Open Space, a  riparian wetland protected under federal and state law as such. It should  not be lumped into the recreational portion of the Park.  And it should have a completely separate set of guiding principles and goals.

I would like to wholeheartedly thank the Parks and Recreation Department for interviewing leading environmental advocacy groups in our community and posting these interviews on its website.  I have attached a copy of the inspiring interview with the Amah Mutsun Tribal Band director, Valentin Lopez. I hope many people go to the website to read

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2 other excellent interviews with representatives of the other groups working to elevate the environment to the place it deserves in our lives.

I have also included my full proposal for a fully restored riparian woodland, the “Aulinta Handout” below.

Thank you for your dedication to a thriving community.

Sincerely,
Barbara Riverwoman
[email protected]
831 454‐0252

This creates a unique opportunity to prioritize  this area for restoration as a natural riparian woodland. As such, the

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3 lower SL Park is the very best location for a wildlife refuge on our fragmented urban river. Nonetheless, the riverlands is a small area. To achieve the ecological benefits it can provide, the plan must be to restore the entire Lower Park (the Riverlands) as a true riparian woodland – f
In sum, I sincerely hope the City’s Parks and Recreation Department will embrace ecological principles and goals for this valuable riparian wetland by designating the well‐named Riverlands as a protected natural area.

Thank you for your dedication to a thriving community and to your consideration of this proposal to enhance and restore the ecological and aesthetic value of our urban river.

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This flood zone area (referred to in Principles and Goals as “The Riverlands),  a relatively small area,  We must formally designate it as a protected ecological wetland area, separate from the Upper Park above the walk way.  The Riverlands should be a formally designated and protected ecological reserve and wildlife refuge extending from the river’s edge to the walk way; and from Water St. to Soquel Ave. To fully achieve the ecological benefits it can provide, the plan must be to restore the entire area as a natural riparian woodland.

To ensure the river’s health and beneficial native habitat, as well as make it a beautiful local destination for birdwatching, quiet contemplation, rest and rejuvenation When surveyed in the past, our community has declared emphatically that our natural resources are the heart and soul of Santa Cruz.  The ocean, the river, the forests, are what brought many of us here in the first place, and they are what continue to attract visitors.

Dear Parks and Recreation Staff, Commissioners and City Council Members, The redesign of the San Lorenzo Park is a wonderful opportunity to express our community’s values ‐ in terms of providing a diversity of recreational opportunities for all ages, abilities and interests,  and in terms of honoring, protecting and enhancing our natural environment.

As for the Upper Park,  our Parks and Recreation Department is developing a long list of exciting and socially responsible recreational possibilities.

As for the Lower Park (traditionally referred to as the Benchlands and currently referred to by Parks and Recreation as the Riverlands),  this valuable wetland area represents a unique opportunity for a program of environment stewardship as well as passive recreation.

Throughout the world and country, we are beginning to see not only our urban rivers, but our urban river banks, as precious natural resources deserving of all the protection we can provide them.  Click here to see an example of a city working on such a project. https://www.ecolandscaping.org/09/designing‐ecological‐landscapes/the‐challenges‐and‐ opportunities‐for‐riverbank‐restoration/
As designated stewards of this resource, I hope our City government will also set a clear goal to properly care for the downtown river and its banks, based on a principle of environmental stewardship.   I hope we will create an ongoing program to ensure the river’s health and beneficial native habitat, as well as make it a beautiful and accessible

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In other words, I hope we can restore the entire Lower Park (the Riverlands) as a true riparian woodland with major value as a wildlife refuge — as well as a site for residents and visitors to quietly enjoy a beautiful oasis of peace in the midst of a bustling downtown and lively, recreationally‐oriented Upper Park.

The Lower Park is the  only real flood plain along the entire downtown river, the only stretch that is not protected by levees and could therefore be truly restored as a natural riparian woodland.  Before its past conversion to agricultural, commercial, and government property, this critical wetland area supported beautiful riparian woodlands like the broken one behind the Tannery and like the especially beautiful Sycamore Grove further upstream.  The flood plain was filled with native trees like cottonwood, alder, willows, and other riparian trees that thrive in the rich alluvial plains created by flooding rivers.  A narrow row of these hardy riverbank trees still line the banks of the Riverlands, suggesting what trees could flourish if the area between the river and the sidewalk were restored as a woodland.  This wildlife‐rich area could be filled with nature trails, informative QR posts, benches, picnic tables, and even occasional riverside lookouts that would provide a quiet meditative space for residents to experience  the healing beauty of the river up close.

I hope our community will embrace ecological principles and goals for this valuable riparian wetland, and designate the newly‐named Riverlands as a protected natural area.

Thank you for your dedication to a thriving community and to your consideration of this ecologically‐based proposal.

Sincerely,
Barbara Riverwoman
[email protected]
(831) 454‐0252

My recommended edits:

The redesign of the San Lorenzo Park presents a wonderful opportunity to express the Santa Cruz community’s values by providing a diversity of recreational opportunities for all ages, abilities and interests while honoring, protecting and enhancing our natural environment.

To develop the greatest consensus of support for this redesign, however, the Upper and Lower SL Park zones should be considered separately.

In the Upper SL Park zone (duck pond, playground, ball courts, stage, bathrooms, and associated buildings), the City’s Parks and Recreation Department staff has developed a list of appropriate active recreational possibilities, so I will not address these further here. Focusing on active recreation in the Upper zone of SL Park will keep anthropogenic disturbance farthest from the river ecosystem while providing the best access for active recreation to families and people of all ages and abilities.

The Lower SL Park zone (often referred to as the Benchlands and referenced in the City’s documentation as “the Riverlands”), in contrast, is a valuable seasonal flood zone and wetland that represents a unique opportunity for the City to adhere to its climate mitigation plan by investing in native riparian woodland restoration, increasing both flood resilience and environmental conservation and stewardship while meeting the critical social justice goal of protecting and enhancing wildlife habitat in the urban core for the benefit of all residents.

Throughout the State, the country and the world, we have come to see urban rivers and their banks as precious natural resources, deserving of all the protection and restoration humans can provide. With increasing recognition of sea level rise, this mandate has only become more urgent. As designated stewards of the urbanized segment of the San Lorenzo River, the City of Santa Cruz must set a clear goal to care for the downtown river and its banks through environmental protection and restoration. The current park plan is an unparalleled opportunity to create an ongoing program to ensure

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Just a couple of centuries ago, this critical wetland area supported beautiful riparian woodlands. The floodplain was filled with native trees, like cottonwood, alder, willows, and other riparian trees that thrive in the rich alluvial plains created by flooding rivers.  A narrow row of these hardy riverbank trees still line the banks of the Riverlands, suggesting what trees could flourish if the area between the river and the walkway were restored as a woodland.

The Lower Park is the  only real floodplain along the entire downtown river, the only stretch that is not protected by levees that could be truly restored as a natural riparian woodland. As such, the lower SL Park is the very best location for a wildlife refuge on our fragmented urban river. Nonetheless, the riverlands is a small area. To achieve the ecological benefits it can provide, this plan must be to restore the entire Lower Park (the Riverlands) as a true riparian woodland – a site for residents and visitors to quietly enjoy a beautiful oasis of peace in the midst of our bustling downtown and adjacent to the lively, recreationally‐oriented Upper zone of SL Park. This wildlife‐rich area could be filled with nature trails, informative QR posts, benches, picnic tables, and even occasional riverside lookouts that would provide a quiet meditative space for residents to experience  the healing beauty of the river up close.

In sum, I sincerely hope the City’s Parks and Recreation Department will embrace ecological principles and goals for this valuable riparian wetland by designating the well‐named Riverlands as a protected natural area.

Thank you for your dedication to a thriving community and to your consideration of this proposal to enhance and restore the ecological function of our beautiful river.

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