Vista City Council
June 24, 2025

ACTION:
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Clerk/Secretary
Department: Recreation & Community Services Item No: D2 Prepared by: Mike Pacheco, Director Meeting Date: June 24, 2025 Approved by: John Conley, City Manager Agenda Location: Discussion S
UBJECT: PARKS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN UPDATE & CONCEPTUAL DESIGNS FOR PARK SITE ON BREEZE HILL ROAD, PARK SITE ON MATAGUAL DRIVE, WÍIVAY PARK SITE – PHASE 2 & BRENGLE TERRACE PARK IMPROVEMENTS
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COMMENDATION: Receive an update about key findings from community meetings and assessments from the Parks & Recreation Master Plan, and provide direction to staff regarding preferred conceptual designs for a park site on Breeze Hill Road, a park site on Matagual Drive, Wíivay Park Site – Phase 2 and Brengle Terrace Park Improvements.

CO
RRELATION TO CITY COUNCIL GOALS: Parks & Recreation.

P
RIOR ACTION: On September 5, 2024, received and discussed an update on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan and Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment (Vote: No vote taken).

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n November 14, 2023, adopted City Council Resolution No. 2023-188, amending the contract with Next Practice Partners, LLC to include additional site-specific plans (Vote: 5-0).

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n October 10, 2023, adopted City Council Resolution No. 2023-176, amending the contract with Next Practice Partners, LLC to include two site-specific plans (Vote: 5-0).

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n June 27, 2023, adopted City Council Resolution No. 2023-129, awarding a contract to Next Practice Partners, LLC. for Parks & Recreation Needs Assessment & Comprehensive Action Plan Consulting Services (Vote: 5-0).

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n May 23, 2023, City Council made a motion to not approve the award of contract (and related budget amendment) as presented and directed staff to bring the item back at a future meeting for further discussion (Vote: 4-1, Contreras opposed).

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TATEMENT ON THE SUBJECT:

Background
In 2023, the City selected Next Practice Partners, LLC (Next Practice Partners) to develop a comprehensive citywide Parks & Recreation Master Plan, along with site-specific plans for a park site on Breeze Hill Road (near courthouse), a park site on Matagual Drive, Wíivay Park Site – Phase 2 and Brengle Terrace Park Improvements.

AGENDA
REPORT

CITY COUNCIL

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION

SUCCESSOR AGENCY

BUENA SANITATION DISTRICT

JOINT POWERS FINANCING AUTHORITY
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MEETING DATE: June 24, 2025
SUBJECT: PARKS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN UPDATE & CONCEPTUAL DESIGNS FOR PARK SITE ON BREEZE HILL ROAD, PARK SITE ON MATAGUAL DRIVE, WÍIVAY PARK SITE – PHASE 2 & BRENGLE TERRACE PARK IMPROVEMENTS
On June 23, 2025, the Parks & Recreation Commission will also receive an update on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan from Next Practice Partners and recommend the conceptual designs for City Council approval.

S
urvey Findings
Next Practice Partners retained ETC Institute (ETC) to develop and administer a statistically valid survey for the City of Vista during the winter of Fiscal Year 2024/25 that is included in Exhibit 1. The purpose of the survey was to receive input on a new Parks and Recreation Master Plan and guide decisions about the three new parks and improvements to Brengle Terrace Park.

Methodology
ETC mailed a survey packet to a random sample of households throughout the City of Vista. Each survey packet contained a cover letter, a copy of the survey, and a postage‐paid return envelope. Residents who received the survey were given the option of returning the survey by mail or completing it online.

After the surveys were mailed, ETC followed up with residents to encourage participation. To prevent people who were not residents of Vista from participating, everyone who completed the survey online was required to enter their home address prior to submitting their survey. ETC then matched the addresses entered online with the addresses originally selected for the random sample. If the address from a survey completed online did not match one of the addresses selected for the sample, the online survey was not included in the final database for this report.

The goal was to receive 350 completed surveys from households within the City of Vista. This goal was exceeded, with 413 completed surveys collected. The overall results for the sample of 413 residents have a precision of at least +/‐4.8% at the 95% level of confidence.

M
akeup of Survey Respondents
The vast majority (87%) of survey respondents have visited City of Vista parks and/or recreation facilities in the past year (81% is the national average).

The ages
of people in household represented by survey respondents were:
• Under 25 (33%)
• 25-34 (13%)
• 35-44 (17%)
• 45-54 (11%)
• 55-64 (11%)
• Over 65 (15%)
The gender
of the survey respondents were 50% female and 49% male (excludes if they preferred not to disclose).

Ther
e was a mix of long-term residents and relatively recent arrivals:
• 21% have lived in Vista 0-5 years.
• 19% have lived in Vista for 6-10 years.
• 7% have lived in Vista for 11-15 years.
• 7% have lived in Vista for 16-20 years.
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MEETING DATE: June 24, 2025
SUBJECT: PARKS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN UPDATE & CONCEPTUAL DESIGNS FOR PARK SITE ON BREEZE HILL ROAD, PARK SITE ON MATAGUAL DRIVE, WÍIVAY PARK SITE – PHASE 2 & BRENGLE TERRACE PARK IMPROVEMENTS
• 20% have lived in Vista for 21-30 years.
• 26% have lived in Vista over 31 years.

R
acial/ethnic makeup of survey respondents (multiple selections could be made):
• 50% – White/Caucasian
• 50%
– Hispanic/Latino
• 5%
– Asian or Asian Indian
• 2% – Black or African American
• 1% – American Indian or Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander • 2% – Other
Prioritization for Park Site Construction
When respondents were asked in the survey how they would allocate $100 among different parks and recreation categories, there was a strong preference for investing in existing facilities and expanding park land, followed by program enhancements and improvements to indoor and outdoor recreational spaces. • $36.76 – improve and maintain existing parks, pools, and recreation facilities. • $25.54 – acquire new park land and open space.
• $11.94 – expand program offerings.
• $10.17 – improve existing indoor recreation facilities. • $9.97 – construct new sports fields.
• $5.62 – other.

Priorities for Facility/Amenities Investments
The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) was developed by ETC to provide organizations with an objective tool for evaluating the priority that should be placed on recreation and parks investments. The PIR equally weighs (1) the importance that residents place on facilities and (2) how many residents have unmet needs for the facilities.

The P
IR reflects the importance residents place on items (sum of top 4 choices) and the unmet needs (needs that are only being met 50% or less) for each facility/program relative to the facility/program that rated the highest overall. Since decisions related to future investments should consider both the level of unmet need and the importance of facilities/programs, the PIR weights each of these components equally.

B
ased on the PIR chart for the top priorities for investment for facilities and amenities the following are considered the highest priorities for investment:
• Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails (200)
• Walking paths in parks (148)
• Large community parks (142)
• Swimming pools (130)
• Small neighborhood parks (126)
• Open space conservation areas (119)
• Off-leash dog park (119)
• Environmental/nature education center (111)
• Outdoor tennis courts (41)
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MEETING DATE: June 24, 2025
SUBJECT: PARKS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN UPDATE & CONCEPTUAL DESIGNS FOR PARK SITE ON BREEZE HILL ROAD, PARK SITE ON MATAGUAL DRIVE, WÍIVAY PARK SITE – PHASE 2 & BRENGLE TERRACE PARK IMPROVEMENTS
Conceptual Designs
The conceptual designs for the site-specific plans were based on community input from initial workshops and site specific surveys which asked residents to rank their top priorities for each park site (multiple selections could be made).

P
ark Site on Breeze Hill Road - Estimated Cost (Est.) $8.6M (Exhibit 2) The following workshops were held for public input:
• May 22, 2024, 6 p.m. at United Methodist Church of Vista • April 24, 2025, 5:30 p.m. at Vista Civic Center
Survey:
• Restrooms (31%)
• Walking paths (30%)
• Playgrounds (25%)
• Parking (25%)
• Dog park (22%)
P
ark Site on Matagual Drive - Est. $5.9M (Exhibit 3)
The following workshops were held for public input:
• May 22, 2024, 7 p.m. at United Methodist Church of Vista • April 24, 2025, 6:30 p.m. at Vista Civic Center
Survey:
• Restrooms (27%)
• Walking paths (26%)
• Playground (21%)
• Community garden (19%)
• Dog park (19%)
W
íivay Park Site – Phase 2 - Est. $1.5M (Exhibit 4)
The following workshops were held for public input:
• July 16, 2024, 5:30 p.m. at Vista Civic Center
• May 14, 2025, 6:30 p.m. at Gloria McClellan Senior Center Survey:
• Restrooms (28%)
• Walking paths (25%)
• Playground (21%)
• Community garden (20%)
• Little free library (17%)
B
rengle Terrace Park Improvements - Est. $16.8M (Exhibit 5) The following workshops were held for public input:
• February 7, 2024, 5:30 p.m. at Vista Civic Center
• May 14, 2025, 5:30 p.m. at Gloria McClellan Senior Center Survey:
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MEETING DATE: June 24, 2025
SUBJECT: PARKS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN UPDATE & CONCEPTUAL DESIGNS FOR PARK SITE ON BREEZE HILL ROAD, PARK SITE ON MATAGUAL DRIVE, WÍIVAY PARK SITE – PHASE 2 & BRENGLE TERRACE PARK IMPROVEMENTS
• Passive walking trail (49%)
• Restrooms (47%)
• Picnic area with shade structure (33%)
• Dog park (30%)
• Splash pad (29%)
P
ark Project Prioritization
Staff recommends the following prioritization for the park projects:

1. Ne
w Pickleball Courts at Breeze Hill Park Site
Staff recommend prioritizing the construction of new pickleball courts at the Breeze Hill Park site.

This aligns with the City's existing commitment to relocate the pickleball courts from Thibodo Park.

2. B
rengle Terrace Park Improvements
Staff recommend making improvements to Brengle Terrace Park a second priority. This recommendation is based on survey results where investing in existing facilities to improve and maintain existing parks was ranked higher than expanding park land and acquiring new park land and open s
pace. The City has already invested in acquiring new park land, making improvements to existing facilities a logical step.

3. P
ark Site on Matagual Drive
Staff recommends prioritizing the Matagual Drive park site as the first new park. It is the strongest contender among the new parks for the current Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Round 8 grant.

4. Fut
ure Parks
Staff recommend revisiting the prioritization of the other future park projects as new grant opportunities become available. The competitiveness of these projects will depend on the specific criteria of each grant program.

F
ISCAL IMPACT: There is no direct fiscal impact with the staff recommendation. Direction received from the City Council relative to new park development will be brought back for fiscal impact discussion as part of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget or as part of an individual CIP project, unless directed otherwise.

The C
ity currently has approximately $10.2 million in park development funds. This funding can only be used for new park improvements and requires City Council approval for any allocations.

E
XHIBITS:

1. 2024 Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey Findings Report

2. Concept Designs for Park Site on Breeze Hill Road

3. C
oncept Designs for Park Site on Matagual Drive

4. Concept Designs for Wíivay Park Site – Phase 2

5. C
oncept Designs for Brengle Terrace Park Improvements
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City of Vista, California
2024 Parks and
Recreation/Wave Waterpark
Needs Assessment Survey
Findings Report
Submitted to the City of Vista, California by:

ETC
Institute
725 W. Frontier Lane,
Olathe, KS 66061
January
2025
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EXHIBIT 1
Contents
Section 1: Executive Summary ............................................. 1 Section 2: Charts and Graphs ............................................... 8 Section 3: Benchmarks ....................................................... 47 Section 4: Priority Investment Ratings (PIR) ....................... 56 Section 5: Tabular Data ...................................................... 64 Section 6: Survey Instrument ........................................... 111 06/24/2025
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1 Executive Summary
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City of Vista, California
Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs
Assessment Survey
Executive Summary

Overview
ETC Institute administered a parks and recreation/Wave Waterpark needs assessment survey for the City of Vista, California during the winter of 2024 -2025. The purpose of the survey was to receive input on a new Parks and Recreation Master Plan and guide decisions about three new parks, improvements to Brengle Terrace Park, and the future of the Wave Waterpark.

Methodology
ETC Institute mailed a survey packet to a random sample of households throughout the City of Vista. Each survey packet contained a cover letter, a copy of the survey, and a postage-paid r eturn
envelope. Residents who received the survey were given the option of returning the survey by mail or completing it online.

After
the surveys were mailed, ETC Institute followed up with residents to encourage participation. To prevent people who were not residents of Vista from participating, everyone who completed the survey online was required to enter their home address prior to submitting their survey. ETC Institute then matched the addresses entered online with the addresses originally selected for the random sample. If the address from a survey completed online did not match one of the addresses selected for the sample, the online survey was not included in the final database for this report.

The g
oal was to receive 350 completed surveys from households within the City of Vista . This goal was exceeded, with 413 completed surveys collected. The overall results for the sample of 413 residents have a precision of at least +/-4.8% a
t the 95% level of confidence.

This
report contains the following:
• Executive Summary with major findings (Section 1)
• Charts showing the overall results of the survey (Section 2) • Benchmarks (Section 3)
• Priority Investment Ratings (PIR) (Section 4)
• Tabular data showing the overall results for all questions on the survey (Section 5) • A copy of the cover letter and survey instrument (Section 6) The major findings of the survey are summarized in the following pages.

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Facilities/Programs Use
Wave Waterpark Use: Fifty-seven percent (57%) indicated that they have visited the Wave Waterpark. 5% rated the physical condition excellent, 47% rated the physical condition good, 37% rated fair, and 10% rated poor. The top programs/activities respondents have participated in at the Wave Waterpark are: lazy river (81%), waterslides (68%), and FlowRider (41%). Based on the sum of top 4 choices, the programs/activities that are most important to households are:
lazy river (73%), waterslides (60%), and swim lessons (39%).

Facilities Use: Eighty-seven percent (87%) indicated that they have visited a facility in the past year. 13% rated the physical condition excellent, 57% rated the physical condition good, 26% rated fair, a
nd 4% rated poor . The common barriers that have prevented respondents from attending facilities often were: lack of amenities we want to use (30%), do not feel safe using parks/facilities (2
5%), and use parks/facilities in other cities/county (22%).

Programs Use: Forty-eight percent (48%) of respondents indicated that they have participated in a program/event (offered by the City of Vista Recreation and Community Services Department ). 26% rated the overall quality excellent, 55% rated the overall quality good, 16% rated fair, and 3% rated poor . The common barriers that have prevented respondents from participating in programs more often are: I don’t know what is offered (38%), too busy/not interested (24%), and program times are not convenient (19%).

Outside Organizations
The most used organizations tha t respondents have used for recreation/sports activities during the last year are: City of Vista (70%), neighboring cities (55%), and public schools (28%).

Communication
The top used resources that respondents use most to learn about the City ’s parks, recreation facilities, programs, and events are: word of mouth (57%), social media (44%), and recreation activ
ity brochure (41%). Based on the sum of top 3 choices, the most common used resources are: city website (41%), recreation activity brochure (39%), and eNewsletter (38%).

Benefits, Importance, and Improvements to Parks and Recreation Agreement: The most agreed statements about potential benefits of the City ’s parks and recreation services are: makes Vista a more desirable place to live (94%), preserves open space & pro
tects the environment (88%), improves my (my household’s) mental health & reduces stress (85%).

Importance: 89% believe that it is very important for the City to provide high quality parks, recreation facilities, and programs, 10% believe that it is som ewhat important, and 1% believe it is not important.

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Additional Finding
Brengle Terrace Park: The improvements /additions that respondents felt could be made to Brengle Terrace Park were: Passive walking trail (49%), restrooms (47%), and picn ic area with shade structure (33%). Based on the sum of top 3 choices, the improvements/additions most important to households are: Passive walking trail (33%), restrooms (27%), and dog park (24%).

Breeze Hill Road Park: The amenities (listed in the survey) that respondents felt could be added to Breeze Hill Road Park are: restrooms (31% ), walking paths (30%), and playgrounds (25%).

Based on the sum of top 3 choices, the amenities most important to households: restrooms (23%), walking paths (22%), and playgrounds (19%).

Matagual Drive Park: The amenities (listed in the survey) that respondents felt could be added to Matagual Drive Park are: restrooms (27%), walking paths (26%), and playground (21%). Based on the sum of top 3 choices, the amenities most important to households are: re strooms (17%), playground (17%), and walking paths (16%).

Paseo Buena Vista Park: The amenities (listed in the survey) that respondents felt could be added to Paseo Buena Vista Park are: restrooms (28%), walking paths (25%) , and playground (21%).

Based on the sum of top 3 choices, the improvements/additions most important to households are: restrooms (18%), walking paths (16%), and community garden (14%).

Recreation Facilities/Amenities Needs and Priorities
Facility Needs: Respondents were asked to identify if their household had a need for 25 recreation facilities and amenities and to rate how well their needs for each were currently being met. Based on this analysis, ETC Institute was able to estimate the number of households in the community that had the greatest “unmet” need for various facilities.

The three facilities with the highest percentage of households that have an unmet need:

1. Large community parks

2. Shade & trees

3. Walking paths in parks

Facility Importance: In addition to assessing the needs for each facility, ETC Institute also assessed the importance that residents placed on each item. Based on the sum of respondents’ top four choices, these were the four facilities that ranked most important to residents:

1. Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails

2. Large community parks

3. Walking paths in parks

4. Playgrounds

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Priorities for Facility Investments: The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) was developed by ETC Institute to provide organizations with an objective tool for evaluating the priority that should be placed on recreation and parks investments. The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) equally weighs (1) the importance that residents place on facilities and (2) how many residents have unmet needs for the facilities. [Details regarding the methodology for this analysis are provided in Section 4 of this report.]
Based the Priority Investment Rating (PIR), the following facilities were rated as high priorities for investment:
• Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails (PIR=200)
• Walking paths in parks (PIR=148)
• Large community parks (PIR=142)
• Swimming pools (PIR=130)
• Small neighborhood parks (PIR=126)
• Open space conservation areas (PIR=119)
• Off-leash dog park (PIR=119)
• Environmental/nature education center (PIR=111)

The chart on the next page shows the Priority Investment Rating for each of the 25 facilities assessed in the survey.

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Recreation Programs/Activities Needs and Priorities
Programs Needs : Respondents were asked to identify if their household had a need for 24 recreation programs and to rate how well their needs for each were currently being met. Based on this analysis, ETC Institute was able to estimate the number of households in the community that had the greatest “unmet” need for various facilities.

The three programs with the highest percentage of households that have an unmet need:

1. Adult fitness & wellness programs

2. Special events

3. Cultural enrichment programs

Program Importance: In addition to assessing the needs for each program, ETC Institute also assessed the importance that residents placed on each item. Based on the sum of respondents’ top four choices, these were the four facilities that ranked most important to residents:

1. Adult fitness & wellness programs

2. Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs

3. Senior programs

4. Water fitness programs/lap swimming

Priorities for Program Investments: The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) was developed by ETC Institute to provide organizations with an objective tool for evaluating the priority that should be placed on recreation and parks investments. The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) equally weighs (1) the importance that residents place on facilities and (2) how many residents have unmet needs for the programs. [Details regarding the methodology for this analysis are provided in Section 4 of this report.]
Based the Priority Investment Rating (PIR), the following programs were rated as high priorities for investment:
• Adult fitness & wellness programs (PIR=200)
• Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs (PIR=175) • Water fitness programs/lap swimming (PIR=146)
• Cultural enrichment programs (PIR=139)
• Senior programs (PIR=133)
• Adult visual arts/crafts programs (PIR=120)
• Special events (PIR=117)
• Swim lessons (PIR=112)

The chart below shows the Priority Investment Rating for each of the 24 programs assessed in the survey.

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2 Charts and Graphs
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Q1. Including yourself, how many people in your household are...

Under age 5
8%
Ages 5-9
8%
Ages 10-14
7%
Ages 15-19
5%
Ages 20-24
5%
Ages 25-34
13%
Ages 35-44
17%
Ages 45-54
11%
Ages 55-64
11%
Ages 65-74
11%
Ages 75+
5%
by percentage of persons in household
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Q2. Have you/your household visited the Wave Waterpark? Yes
57%
No
43%
by percentage of respondents
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Q2a. Overall, how would you rate the phy sical condition of the Wave Waterpark? Excellent
5%
Good
47%
Fair
37%
Poor
10%
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Q2b. Please check all the following progra ms/activities you/your households have participated in at the Wave Waterpark.
by percentage of respondents who responded “YES” to Q2 (multiple selections could be made) 81%
68%
41%
41%
30%
25%
22%
13%
13%
13%
5%
Lazy river
Waterslides
FlowRider
Splash pad
Group visit
Swim lessons
Birthday party
Cabana rentals
Team practices
Splash camps
Private rental
0% 40% 80%
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Q2c. Which four programs/activities ar e most important to your household? by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top four choices 73%
60%
39%
30%
29%
19%
16%
14%
12%
10%
4%
Lazy river
Waterslides
Swim lessons
Splash pad
FlowRider
Team practices
Birthday party
Group visit
Cabana rentals
Splash camps
Private rental
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Top choice 2nd choice 3rd choice 4th choice
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Q3. Have you/your household visited any City of Vista parks and/or recreation facilities during the past year (e xcluding the Wave Waterpark)? Yes
87%
No
13%
by percentage of respondents
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Q3a. Overall, how would you rate the physical condition of all the City of Vista parks and recreation facilities you have visited?
Excellent
13%
Good
57%
Fair
26%
Poor
4%
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Q4. Please check all the following reasons that prevent you/your households from visiting City of Vista parks and recreation facilities more often. by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made) 30%
25%
22%
22%
21%
21%
13%
12%
12%
3%
2%
1%
Lack of amenities we want to use
Do not feel safe using parks/facilities
Use parks/facilities in other cities/county
Lack of restrooms
Lack of shade
Parks/facilities are not well maintained
Lack of parking to access parks/facilities
Not aware of parks or facilities locations
Too far from our home
Lack of handicap (ADA) accessibility
Lack of transportation
Language/cultural barriers
0% 20% 40%
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Q5. From the following list, please check a ll the ways you learn about City of Vista parks, recreation facilities, programs, and events.
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made) 57%
44%
41%
41%
19%
17%
15%
13%
12%
10%
8%
4%
Word of mouth
Social media
Recreation activity brochure
City website
Banners
Promotions at special events
Emails
Materials at parks or recreation facilities
eNewsletter
Flyers
Newspaper
Conversations with City staff
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
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Q6. Which three methods of communication would you most prefer the City use to communicate with you about parks, recrea tion facilities, programs, and events? by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of th eir top three choices 41%
39%
38%
30%
29%
25%
17%
13%
11%
10%
6%
2%
City website
Recreation activity brochure
eNnewsletter
Social media
Banners
Emails
Promotions at special events
Materials at parks or recreation facilities
Word of mouth
Flyers
Newspaper
Conversations with City staff
0% 20% 40% 60%
Top choice 2nd choice 3rd choice
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Q7. From the following list, please chec k all the organizations that you/your household have used for recreation and sp orts activities during the last year. by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made) 70%
55%
28%
24%
23%
20%
9%
8%
City of Vista
Neighboring cities
Public schools
Private clubs
Private & non-profit youth sports
Places of worship
Private schools/charter schools
Private summer camps
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
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Q8. Has your household participated in an y programs/events offered by the City of Vista Recreation and Communi ty Services Department?
Yes
48%
No
52%
by percentage of respondents
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Q8a. How would you rate the overall quality of the City of Vista Recreation and Community Services Department programs/events in which your household has participated?
Excellent
26%
Good
55%
Fair
16%
Poor
3%
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Q9. Please check all the following reasons that prevent you/your household from participating in City of Vista Recreati on and Community Services Department programs more often.
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made) 38%
24%
19%
17%
14%
13%
13%
8%
7%
6%
4%
4%
4%
3%
3%
2%
2%
1%
I don't know what is offered
Too busy/not interested
Program times are not convenient
Program not offered
Lack of quality programs
Fees are too high
Old & outdated facilities
Use programs of other agencies
Classes are full
Online registration is not user friendly
Lack of quality instructors
Too far from our home
Do not feel safe participating
Lack of right program equipment
Registration is difficult
Lack of transportation
Customer service issues
Language/cultural barriers
0% 20% 40%
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q10. Households that have a need for various facilities/amenities. by percentage of respondents who indicated need
84%
81%
79%
77%
75%
68%
68%
63%
62%
61%
59%
53%
53%
49%
44%
40%
39%
38%
36%
36%
35%
35%
34%
31%
24%
Large community parks
Shade & trees
Walking paths in parks
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails
Small neighborhood parks
Picnic areas & shelters
Open space conservation areas
Performing arts venues
Playgrounds
Swimming pools
Environmental/nature education center
Community center
Splash pads or spray parks
Outdoor exercise/fitness area
Off-leash dog park
Lighted diamond sports fields
Lighted rectangular sports fields
Mountain bike trails
Outdoor pickleball courts
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Skateboard parks
Outdoor basketball courts
Outdoor tennis courts
Campgrounds
Golf courses
0% 40% 80%
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q10b. Estimated number of households wh o have a need for facilities/amenities. by number of households based on an estimated 31,321 households in City of Vista 26,247
25,307
24,869
24,086
23,428
21,392
21,142
19,858
19,544
19,043
18,542
16,506
16,444
15,285
13,656
12,434
12,309
11,839
11,307
11,150
11,025
10,962
10,586
9,616
7,580
Large community parks
Shade & trees
Walking paths in parks
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails
Small neighborhood parks
Picnic areas & shelters
Open space conservation areas
Performing arts venues
Playgrounds
Swimming pools
Environmental/nature education center
Community center
Splash pads or spray parks
Outdoor exercise/fitness area
Off-leash dog park
Lighted diamond sports fields
Lighted rectangular sports fields
Mountain bike trails
Outdoor pickleball courts
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Skateboard parks
Outdoor basketball courts
Outdoor tennis courts
Campgrounds
Golf courses
0 10,000 20,000 30,000
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q10c. How well needs are being me t for various facilities/amenities. by percentage of respondents (excluding "no need")
36%
20%
17%
22%
20%
17%
19%
21%
24%
20%
12%
15%
16%
15%
15%
12%
20%
11%
11%
7%
13%
6%
9%
8%
7%
34%
42%
42%
36%
37%
38%
33%
30%
24%
27%
33%
28%
28%
27%
27%
25%
17%
25%
23%
23%
17%
20%
16%
12%
13%
22%
30%
31%
28%
31%
35%
31%
26%
29%
32%
30%
37%
33%
38%
31%
33%
31%
41%
23%
33%
26%
29%
24%
26%
21%
8%
9%
11%
14%
12%
11%
17%
23%
23%
21%
25%
20%
24%
20%
28%
31%
33%
23%
43%
37%
44%
46%
51%
54%
59%
Performing arts venues
Playgrounds
Picnic areas & shelters
Lighted diamond sports fields
Large community parks
Shade & trees
Lighted rectangular sports fields
Skateboard parks
Outdoor tennis courts
Outdoor basketball courts
Community center
Walking paths in parks
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Open space conservation areas
Small neighborhood parks
Environmental/nature education center
Outdoor pickleball courts
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails
Campgrounds
Outdoor exercise/fitness area
Golf courses
Mountain bike trails
Off-leash dog park
Swimming pools
Splash pads or spray parks
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q10d. Estimated number of households in Vista whose facility/amenity needs are only “partly met" or “not met”.
by number of households with need based on an estimated 31,321 households in the City of Vista 15,391
15,101
14,026
13,705
13,105
12,262
11,774
11,591
11,286
10,669
10,242
9,079
8,942
8,797
7,427
7,214
6,356
6,300
5,933
5,898
5,821
5,526
5,325
5,306
5,223
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails
Swimming pools
Walking paths in parks
Small neighborhood parks
Splash pads or spray parks
Open space conservation areas
Environmental/nature education center
Shade & trees
Large community parks
Outdoor exercise/fitness area
Off-leash dog park
Community center
Picnic areas & shelters
Mountain bike trails
Playgrounds
Outdoor pickleball courts
Campgrounds
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Lighted rectangular sports fields
Performing arts venues
Outdoor basketball courts
Outdoor tennis courts
Skateboard parks
Golf courses
Lighted diamond sports fields
0 10,000 20,000
Not Met Partly Met
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q11. Which four facilities/amenities are most important to your household? by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top four choices 40%
29%
28%
22%
21%
21%
18%
18%
17%
17%
16%
14%
11%
9%
9%
8%
8%
7%
7%
6%
6%
5%
5%
4%
2%
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails
Large community parks
Walking paths in parks
Playgrounds
Off-leash dog park
Small neighborhood parks
Open space conservation areas
Performing arts venues
Shade & trees
Swimming pools
Environmental/nature education center
Community center
Splash pads or spray parks
Outdoor exercise/fitness area
Outdoor pickleball courts
Lighted diamond sports fields
Picnic areas & shelters
Campgrounds
Golf courses
Lighted rectangular sports fields
Mountain bike trails
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Outdoor basketball courts
Skateboard parks
Outdoor tennis courts
0% 20% 40% 60%
Top choice 2nd choice 3rd choice 4th choice
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q12. Households that have a need for various programs/activities. by percentage of respondents who indicated need
50%
50%
41%
40%
39%
38%
36%
36%
33%
32%
31%
30%
29%
29%
28%
26%
25%
25%
24%
21%
20%
16%
15%
12%
Adult fitness & wellness programs
Special events
Cultural enrichment programs
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs
Adult visual arts/crafts programs
Water fitness programs/lap swimming
Adult performing arts programs
Senior programs
Swim lessons
STEM classes
Adult sports leagues
Youth sports programs & camps
Youth seasonal programs & camps
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues
After school programs for youth
Preschool programs/early childhood education
Youth fitness & wellness classes
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs
Counseling & mental health programs
Teen/tween programs
Recreation/competitive swim team
Programs for people with special needs
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs
eGaming/eSports
0% 20% 40% 60%
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q12b. Estimated number of households who have a need for programs/activities. by number of households based on an estimated 31,321 households in the City of Vista 15,692
15,661
12,748
12,591
12,121
11,996
11,370
11,276
10,461
9,866
9,710
9,459
9,083
8,989
8,801
8,049
7,893
7,799
7,580
6,452
6,358
5,137
4,729
3,790
Adult fitness & wellness programs
Special events
Cultural enrichment programs
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs
Adult visual arts/crafts programs
Water fitness programs/lap swimming
Adult performing arts programs
Senior programs
Swim lessons
STEM classes
Adult sports leagues
Youth sports programs & camps
Youth seasonal programs & camps
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues
After school programs for youth
Preschool programs/early childhood education
Youth fitness & wellness classes
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs
Counseling & mental health programs
Teen/tween programs
Recreation/competitive swim team
Programs for people with special needs
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs
eGaming/eSports
0 10,000 20,000
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q12c. How well needs are being met for various programs/activities. by percentage of respondents (excluding "no need”)
16%
15%
10%
15%
15%
14%
13%
12%
10%
9%
14%
8%
6%
11%
8%
5%
4%
6%
5%
4%
4%
6%
6%
2%
32%
20%
22%
16%
16%
16%
16%
17%
18%
18%
10%
14%
15%
8%
10%
12%
13%
10%
10%
9%
8%
6%
5%
8%
37%
34%
37%
33%
35%
38%
42%
34%
44%
34%
25%
39%
42%
43%
34%
32%
32%
32%
42%
29%
31%
27%
41%
20%
16%
31%
31%
35%
34%
32%
29%
38%
28%
39%
51%
39%
38%
39%
48%
50%
50%
52%
43%
58%
57%
62%
48%
70%
Special events
Adult sports leagues
Senior programs
Adult performing arts programs
Preschool programs/early childhood education
Youth seasonal programs & camps
Youth sports programs & camps
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs
After school programs for youth
Adult fitness & wellness programs
Swim lessons
Adult visual arts/crafts programs
Cultural enrichment programs
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs
STEM classes
Programs for people with special needs
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs
Youth fitness & wellness classes
Counseling & mental health programs
Recreation/competitive swim team
Water fitness programs/lap swimming
Teen/tween programs
eGaming/eSports
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q12d. Estimated number of households in Vista whose program/activity needs are only “partly met" or “not met”.
by number of households with need based on an estimated 12,865 households in the City of Vista 11,440
10,628
10,615
10,096
9,479
8,253
8,120
7,950
7,799
7,645
7,335
6,757
6,735
6,594
6,373
6,358
6,301
5,768
5,608
5,602
5,546
4,232
3,892
3,411
Adult fitness & wellness programs
Water fitness programs/lap swimming
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs
Cultural enrichment programs
Adult visual arts/crafts programs
Special events
STEM classes
Swim lessons
Adult performing arts programs
Senior programs
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues
Youth fitness & wellness classes
Youth sports programs & camps
Counseling & mental health programs
After school programs for youth
Youth seasonal programs & camps
Adult sports leagues
Teen/tween programs
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs
Recreation/competitive swim team
Preschool programs/early childhood education
Programs for people with special needs
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs
eGaming/eSports
0 5,000 10,000 15,000
Not Met Partly Met
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q13. Which four programs/activities ar e most important to your household? by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top four choices 28%
23%
20%
17%
17%
16%
13%
13%
12%
12%
12%
11%
11%
11%
9%
8%
8%
6%
6%
5%
5%
3%
3%
3%
Adult fitness & wellness programs
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs
Senior programs
Water fitness programs/lap swimming
Special events
Cultural enrichment programs
Counseling & mental health programs
After school programs for youth
Preschool programs/early childhood education
Swim lessons
Adult visual arts/crafts programs
Youth sports programs & camps
Adult performing arts programs
STEM classes
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues
Youth seasonal programs & camps
Adult sports leagues
Teen/tween programs
Recreation/competitive swim team
Programs for people with special needs
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs
Youth fitness & wellness classes
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs
eGaming/eSports
0% 20% 40%
Top choice 2nd choice 3rd choice 4th choice
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q14. If you had $100, how would you a llocate the funds among the parks and recreation categories listed below?
$36.76
$10.17
$25.54
$9.97
$11.94
Other
$5.62
by percentage of respondents
Improve/maintain existing parks,
pools, & recreation facilitiesImprove existing indoor
recreation facilities
Acquire new park
land & open space
Construct new sports fields
Expand program offerings
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q15. How important do you feel it is for the City of Vista to provide high quality parks, recreation facilities and programs?
Very important
89%
Somewhat important
10%
Not important
1%
by percentage of respondents (excluding "not sure”)
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q16. Please indicate your level of ag reement with the following statements concerning some potential benefits of th e City of Vista's parks, facilities, and recreation programs or events.
by percentage of respondents (excluding “don’t know”)
62%
59%
50%
50%
48%
52%
44%
47%
37%
43%
34%
32%
29%
36%
35%
37%
32%
39%
33%
41%
34%
36%
4%
10%
13%
13%
13%
13%
14%
18%
21%
20%
28%
1%
1%
1%
2%
2%
2%
3%
1%
1%
2%
2%
1%
1%
0%
1%
1%
0%
0%
1%
0%
Makes Vista a more desirable place to live
Preserves open space & protects the environment
Is age-friendly & accessible to all age groups
Positively impacts economic/business development
Provides volunteer opportunities for the community
Increases my (my household's) property value
Provides jobs/professional development for youth
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree Improves my (my household's) mental health &
reduces stress
Improves my (my household's) physical health &
fitness
Provides positive social interactions for me (my
household/family)
Helps to reduce crime in my neighborhood & keep
kids out of trouble
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q17. Brengle Terrace Park: Please indicate if you/your household have a need for the following improvements/additions that co uld be made to Brengle Terrace Park. by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made) 49%
47%
33%
30%
29%
29%
25%
24%
24%
21%
19%
18%
17%
15%
13%
11%
11%
8%
Passive walking trail
Restrooms
Picnic area with shade structure
Dog park
Splash pad
Playgrounds
Trash/recycling cans
Public art
Fitness course/parkour
Picnic tables
Paved amphitheatre parking
Parking
Pickleball courts
Re-purpose of recreation center
Bike racks
Bocce ball courts
Sand volleyball court
Tennis courts
0% 20% 40% 60%
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q18. Which three improvements/additions are most important to your household? by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top three choices 33%
27%
24%
21%
19%
17%
13%
12%
11%
11%
8%
8%
6%
5%
4%
4%
3%
3%
Passive walking trail
Restrooms
Dog park
Playgrounds
Picnic area with shade structure
Splash pad
Fitness course/parkour
Public art
Paved amphitheatre parking
Pickleball courts
Re-purpose of recreation center
Parking
Trash/recycling cans
Bocce ball courts
Picnic tables
Tennis courts
Bike racks
Sand volleyball court
0% 20% 40%
Top choice 2nd choice 3rd choice
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q19. Breeze Hill Road Park: Please indicate if you/your household have a need for the following amenities that could be ma de to Breeze Hill Road Park (near the courthouse).
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made) 31%
30%
25%
25%
22%
21%
20%
18%
18%
13%
12%
10%
9%
7%
Restrooms
Walking paths
Playgrounds
Parking
Dog park
Community garden
Splash pad
Picnic shelter
Exercise stations
Pickleball courts
Pump track
Baseball/softball fields
Basketball courts
Frisbee golf
0% 20% 40%
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q20. Which three amenities are most important to your household? by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top three choices 23%
22%
19%
18%
17%
15%
13%
9%
9%
9%
9%
6%
5%
4%
Restrooms
Walking paths
Playgrounds
Parking
Dog park
Splash pad
Community garden
Exercise stations
Pump track
Picnic shelter
Pickleball courts
Baseball/softball fields
Frisbee golf
Basketball courts
0% 10% 20% 30%
Top choice 2nd choice 3rd choice
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q21. Matagual Drive Park: Please indicate if you/your household have a need for the following amenities that could be made to Matagual Drive Park (corner of Matagual and Hacienda drives).
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made) 27%
26%
21%
19%
19%
17%
17%
16%
15%
12%
12%
10%
10%
8%
6%
6%
Restrooms
Walking paths
Playground
Community garden
Dog park
Fencing with gates
Parking
Crosswalks to commercial center
Picnic shelter
Pickleball courts
Exercise stations
Skate park
Pump track
Basketball courts
Sand volleyball courts
Frisbee golf
0% 10% 20% 30%
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q22. Which three amenities are most important to your household? by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top three choices 17%
17%
16%
16%
11%
11%
10%
9%
9%
7%
7%
6%
5%
4%
4%
4%
Restrooms
Playground
Walking paths
Dog park
Community garden
Parking
Crosswalks to commercial center
Fencing with gates
Pickleball courts
Exercise stations
Pump track
Skate park
Picnic shelter
Frisbee golf
Basketball courts
Sand volleyball courts
0% 10% 20%
Top choice 2nd choice 3rd choice
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q23. Paseo Buena Vista Park: Please indicate if you/your household have a need for the following amenities that could be made to Paseo Buen a Vista Park (at Townsite Drive and E. Vista Way.
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made) 28%
25%
21%
20%
17%
16%
16%
15%
15%
14%
13%
10%
10%
8%
5%
Restrooms
Walking paths
Playground
Community garden
Little free library
Dog park
Splash pad
Picnic shelter
Exercise stations
Local art
Gazebo
Community information board
Basketball courts
Horseshoe pits
Bocce courts
0% 20% 40%
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q24. Which three improvements/additions ar e most important to your household? by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top three choices 18%
16%
14%
14%
13%
11%
9%
8%
7%
6%
6%
5%
4%
3%
2%
Restrooms
Walking paths
Community garden
Playground
Dog park
Splash pad
Exercise stations
Little free library
Local art
Picnic shelter
Basketball courts
Gazebo
Horseshoe pits
Community information board
Bocce courts
0% 10% 20%
Top choice 2nd choice 3rd choice
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q25. Your gender identity:

Male
49%
Female
50%
Non-binary
0%
by percentage of respondents (excluding “prefer not to disclose”) City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q26. How many years have you lived in Vista?
31+
26%
0-5
21%
21-30
20%
6-10
19%
16-20
7%
11-15
7%
by percentage of respondents (excluding "not provided”) City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q27. Which of the following best describes your race/ethnicity? by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made) 50%
50%
5%
2%
1%
1%
2%
White or Caucasian
Hispanic or Latino
Asian or Asian Indian
Black or African American
American Indian or Alaska Native
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
Other
0% 20% 40% 60%
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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3 Benchmarks
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by % of respondents
Have you/your household visited any parks or recreation facilities/amenities in your community during the past year?
87%
13%
81%
19%
Yes
No
0% 40% 80%
Vista (2024) National Average
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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by % of respondents (excluding "not provided”)
Please rate the overall condition of all th e parks and recreation facilities/amenities you/your households have visited over the past year.
13%
57%
26%
4%
35%
47%
15%
3%
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
0% 20% 40% 60%
Vista (2024) National Average
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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by % of respondents (multiple selections could be made) Please check all of the reasons that prevent you from vi siting parks and recreation facilities/amenities or what prevents you from visiting them more often. 30%
25%
22%
22%
21%
13%
12%
12%
3%
2%
1%
18%
14%
25%
18%
18%
13%
25%
42%
6%
8%
5%
Lack of features we want to use
Do not feel safe using parks/facilities
Use other city, state, private facilities
Lack of restrooms
Parks/Facilities are not well maintained
Lack of parking to access parks/facilities
Not aware of park or facility locations
Too far from home
Lack of ADA accessibility
Lack of transportation
Language/cultural barriers/age barriers
0% 20% 40% 60%
Vista (2024) National Average
City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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by % of respondents
Have you/your household participated in any recreation programs offered in your community during the past year?
48%
52%
36%
64%
Yes
No
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
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by % of respondents (excluding "not provided”)
Please rate the overall condition of all the recreation programs and events you/your households have visited over the past year.
26%
55%
16%
3%
36%
49%
12%
3%
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
0% 20% 40% 60%
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by % of respondents (multiple selections could be made) If your household has not participated in any recreation programs in your community during the past year, please check all of the reasons that prevent you from participating.
38%
24%
19%
17%
14%
13%
8%
7%
4%
4%
4%
3%
2%
1%
38%
18%
16%
9%
19%
12%
25%
9%
18%
14%
12%
7%
9%
4%
I don't know what is offered
Too busy/not interested
Program times are not convenient
Program not offered
Lack of quality programs
Fees are too high/lack of financial assistance
Use programs of other agencies
Classes are full
Lack of quality instructors
Too far from home
Safety concerns
Registration is difficult
Lack of transportation
Language/cultural/age barriers
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
Vista (2024) National Average

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by % of respondents (multiple selections could be made) Please check all the ways you currently use to learn about parks and recreation programs, activities, and events in your community.
57%
44%
41%
41%
19%
17%
15%
13%
10%
8%
4%
40%
36%
15%
26%
32%
14%
30%
18%
31%
25%
25%
Friends and neighbors
Social media
Activities Guide
Website
Banners at parks or facilities
Promotions at special events
Emails from the department
Flyers
Newspaper and/or community publication
Conversations with recreation staff
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
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Handout materials at parks or recreation facilities
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4 Priority Investment Ratings
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Overview
The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) was developed by ETC Institute to provide governments with an objective tool for evaluating the priority that should be placed on parks and recreation investments. The Priority Investment Rating was developed by ETC Institute to identify the facilities/programs residents think should receive the highest priority for investment. The Priority Investment Rating reflects the importance residents place on items (sum of top 4 choices) and the unmet needs (needs that are only being met 50% or less) for each facility/program relative to the facility/program that rated the highest overall. Since decisions related to future investments should consider both the level of unmet need and the importance of facilities/programs, the PIR weights each of these components equally.

The PIR reflects the
sum of the Unmet Needs Rating and the Importance Rating as shown in the equation below:

PIR = UNR + IR
For example, suppose the Unmet Needs Rating for playgrounds is 26.5 (out of 100) and the Importance Rating for playgrounds is 52 (out of 100), the Priority Investment Rating for playgrounds would be 78.5 (out of 200).

How to Analy
ze the Charts:
• High Priority Areas are those with a PIR of at least 110. A rating of 110 or above generally indicates there is a relatively high level of unmet need and residents generally think it is important
to fund improvements in these areas. Improvements in this area are likely to have a positive impact on the greatest number of households. • Medium Priority Areas are those with a PIR of 70-109. A rating in this range generally indicates there is a medium to high level of unmet need or a significant percentage of residents generally think it is important to fund improvements in these areas. • Low
er Priority Areas are those with a PIR below 69. A rating in this range generally indicates there is a relatively
low level of unmet need and residents do not
think it is important to fund improvements in these areas. Improvements may be warranted if the needs of very specialized populations are being targeted.

The followin
g pages show the Unmet Needs Rating, Importance Rating, and Priority Investment Rating for facilities and programs.

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Unmet Needs Rating for Facilities/Amenities
the rating for the item with the most unmet need=100
the rating of all other items reflects the relative amount of unmet need for each item compared to the item with the most unmet need 100.0

98.1 91.1

89.0 85.2

79.7 76.5

75.3 73.3

69.3 66.5

59.0 58.1

57.2 48.3

46.9 41.3

40.9 38.5

38.3 37.8

35.9 34.6

34.5 33.9
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails
Swimming pools
Walking paths in parks
Small neighborhood parks
Splash pads or spray parks
Open space conservation areas
Environmental/nature education center
Shade & trees
Large community parks
Outdoor exercise/fitness area
Off-leash dog park
Community center
Picnic areas & shelters
Mountain bike trails
Playgrounds
Outdoor pickleball courts
Campgrounds
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Lighted rectangular sports fields
Performing arts venues
Outdoor basketball courts
Outdoor tennis courts
Skateboard parks
Golf courses
Lighted diamond sports fields

0.0 40.0 80.0 120.0
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Importance Rating for Facilities/Amenitites
the rating for the item rated as the most important=100 the rating of all other items reflects the relative level of impo rtance for each item compared to the item rated as the most important 100.0

68.5 56.7

55.6 52.1

42.4 39.5

36.7 34.1

33.2 32.1

27.8 20.9

20.1 18.1

17.5 17.2

17.2 16.0

15.2 14.6

11.2 9.7

7.7 4.9
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails
Large community parks
Walking paths in parks
Playgrounds
Off-leash dog park
Performing arts venues
Open space conservation areas
Small neighborhood parks
Environmental/nature education center
Community center
Swimming pools
Shade & trees
Outdoor pickleball courts
Splash pads or spray parks
Golf courses
Lighted rectangular sports fields
Campgrounds
Lighted diamond sports fields
Outdoor exercise/fitness area
Picnic areas & shelters
Mountain bike trails
Skateboard parks
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Outdoor basketball courts
Outdoor tennis courts

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200
148
142
130
126
119
119
111
105
104
103
92 85
81 73
72 68
59 56
53 51
51 46
46 41
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails
Walking paths in parks
Large community parks
Swimming pools
Small neighborhood parks
Open space conservation areas
Off-leash dog park
Environmental/nature education center
Splash pads or spray parks
Playgrounds
Shade & trees
Community center
Outdoor exercise/fitness area
Performing arts venues
Picnic areas & shelters
Mountain bike trails
Outdoor pickleball courts
Campgrounds
Lighted rectangular sports fields
Golf courses
Lighted diamond sports fields
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Skateboard parks
Outdoor basketball courts
Outdoor tennis courts
0 50 100 150 200
Top Priorities for Investment for Facilities/Amenities Based on Priority Investment Rating
Medium Priority
(70-109)
Lower Priority (69
or less)
High Priority
(110+)
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Unmet Needs Rating for Programs/Activities
the rating for the item with the most unmet need=100
the rating of all other items reflects the relative amount of unmet need for each item compared to the item with the most unmet need 100.0

92.9 92.8

88.3 82.9

72.1 71.0

69.5 68.2

66.8 64.1

59.1 58.9

57.6 55.7

55.6 55.1

50.4 49.0

49.0 48.5

37.0 34.0

29.8 Adult fitness & wellness programs
Water fitness programs/lap swimming
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs
Cultural enrichment programs
Adult visual arts/crafts programs
Special events
STEM classes
Swim lessons
Adult performing arts programs
Senior programs
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues
Youth fitness & wellness classes
Youth sports programs & camps
Counseling & mental health programs
After school programs for youth
Youth seasonal programs & camps
Adult sports leagues
Teen/tween programs
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs
Recreation/competitive swim team
Preschool programs/early childhood education
Programs for people with special needs
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs
eGaming/eSports

0.0 40.0 80.0 120.0
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Importance Rating for Programs/Activities
the rating for the item rated as the most important=100 the rating of all other items reflects the relative level of importance for each item compared to the item rated as the most important 100.0

81.9 66.2

53.2 50.2

45.1 44.7

44.7 43.9

42.6 38.0

37.6 34.2

33.8 32.9

27.8 27.8

25.7 19.4

16.5 16.5

10.1 9.3

8.9 Adult fitness & wellness programs
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs
Senior programs
Water fitness programs/lap swimming
Cultural enrichment programs
Preschool programs/early childhood education
Special events
After school programs for youth
Counseling & mental health programs
Swim lessons
Youth sports programs & camps
Adult visual arts/crafts programs
Adult performing arts programs
STEM classes
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues
Adult sports leagues
Teen/tween programs
Youth seasonal programs & camps
Recreation/competitive swim team
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs
Programs for people with special needs
Youth fitness & wellness classes
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs
eGaming/eSports

0.0 40.0 80.0 120.0
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200
175
146
139
133
120
117
112
105
102
102
100
97 97
94 83
81 78
69 68
66 54
43 39
Adult fitness & wellness programs
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs
Water fitness programs/lap swimming
Cultural enrichment programs
Senior programs
Adult visual arts/crafts programs
Special events
Swim lessons
STEM classes
Adult performing arts programs
Counseling & mental health programs
After school programs for youth
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues
Youth sports programs & camps
Preschool programs/early childhood education
Adult sports leagues
Youth seasonal programs & camps
Teen/tween programs
Youth fitness & wellness classes
Recreation/competitive swim team
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs
Programs for people with special needs
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs
eGaming/eSports
0 50 100 150 200
Top Priorities for Investment for Programs/Activities Based on Priority Investment Rating
Medium Priority
(70-109)
Lower Priority (69
or less)
High Priority
(110+)
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5 Tabular Data
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Q1. Including yourself, how many people in your household are...

Mean Sum
number 3.2 1291
Under age 5 0.3 106
Ages 5-9 0.3 104
Ages 10-14 0.2 94
Ages 15-19 0.2 63
Ages 20-24 0.1 59
Ages 25-34 0.4 163
Ages 35-44 0.5 221
Ages 45-54 0.3 140
Ages 55-64 0.3 136
Ages 65-74 0.4 145
Ages 75+ 0.1 60

Q2. Have you or any members of your household visited the Wave Waterpark?

Q2. Have you visited Wave Waterpark Number Percent
Yes 237 57.4 %
No 176 42.6 %
Total 413 100.0 %

Q2a. Overall, how would you rate the physical condition of the Wave Waterpark?

Q2a. How would you rate physical condition of Wave
Waterpark Numbe r Percent
Excellent 12 5.1 %
Good 105 44.3 %
Fair 83 35.0 %
Poor 23 9.7 %
Not provided 14 5. 9 %
Total 237 100.0 %

WITHOUT NOT PROVIDED
Q2a. Overall, how would you rate the physical condition of the Wave Waterpark? (without "not provided")

Q2a. How would you rate physical condition of Wave
Waterpark Numbe r Percent
Excellent 12 5.4 %
Good 105 47.1 %
Fair 83 37.2 %
Poor 23 10. 3 %
Total 223 100.0 %

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Q2b. Please CHECK ALL of the following programs/activities you or members of your households have participated in at the Wave Waterpark.

Q2b. Programs/activities your household members have
participated in at Wave Waterpark Numbe r Percent
Swim lessons 59 24.9 %
Splash pad 96 40.5 %
Lazy river 191 80.6 %
FlowRider 97 40.9 %
Waterslides 162 68.4 %
Splash camps 30 12.7 %
Cabana rentals 31 13.1 %
Team practices (water polo/swim team) 31 13.1 %
Birthday party 53 22.4 %
Group visit 71 30.0 %
Private rental 12 5.1 %
Other 18 7. 6 %
Total 851

Q2b-12. Other
• Exercise class
• Fire dept training
• Food
• For several years I enjoyed the lap swim from 6-8 in the Mornings three days a week. That hasn't been around for quite a while. There isn't much for seniors. • I have not visited the park since 1998 when I attended Madison Middle School. Cannot speak to the conditions.
• Individual warm weather swimming
• job development consultant
• Lap swimming.
• LEISURE WITH FAMILY
• Life guard class
• Open weekday AM for lap swimming
Bummer… that was a couple of years ago.

I go to Oceanside for lap swimming.
• Physical therapy, lots of folks use it for that, strengthening. • POOL FOR SWIMMING
• RBV water polo
• School fieldtrip
• swim with a mermaid
• Swimming
• Whatever is included in entry fee

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Q2c. Which FOUR programs/activities from the list in Question 2b are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
Q 2c. Top choice Number Percent
S wim lessons 44 18.6 %
Splash pad 14 5.9 %
Lazy river 71 30.0 %
FlowRider 6 2.5 %
Waterslides 33 13.9 %
Splash camps 5 2.1 %
Cabana rentals 2 0.8 %
Team practices (water polo/swim team) 25 10.5 %
Birthday party 3 1.3 %
Group visit 6 2.5 %
Private rental 2 0.8 %
None chosen 26 11.0 %
T otal 237 100.0 %
Q2c. Which FOUR programs/activities from the list in Question 2b are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
Q 2c. 2nd choice Number Percent
S wim lessons 13 5.5 %
Splash pad 18 7.6 %
Lazy river 58 24.5 %
FlowRider 15 6.3 %
Waterslides 54 22.8 %
Splash camps 4 1.7 %
Cabana rentals 5 2.1 %
Team practices (water polo/swim team) 9 3.8 %
Birthday party 11 4.6 %
Group visit 9 3.8 %
Private rental 2 0.8 %
None chosen 39 16.5 %
T otal 237 100.0 %
Q2c. Which FOUR programs/activities from the list in Question 2b are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
Q 2c. 3rd choice Number Percent
S wim lessons 23 9.7 %
Splash pad 18 7.6 %
Lazy river 27 11.4 %
FlowRider 29 12.2 %
Waterslides 37 15.6 %
Splash camps 6 2.5 %
Cabana rentals 10 4.2 %
Team practices (water polo/swim team) 4 1.7 %
Birthday party 10 4.2 %
Group visit 10 4.2 %
Private rental 3 1.3 %
None chosen 60 25.3 %
T otal 237 100.0 %
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Q2c. Which FOUR programs/activities from the list in Question 2b are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q2c. 4th choice Number Percent
Swim lessons 12 5.1 %
Splash pad 22 9.3 %
Lazy river 16 6.8 %
FlowRider 20 8.4 %
Waterslides 18 7.6 %
Splash camps 9 3.8 %
Cabana rentals 12 5.1 %
Team practices (water polo/swim team) 7 3.0 %
Birthday party 14 5.9 %
Group visit 7 3.0 %
Private rental 2 0.8 %
None chosen 98 41. 4 %
Total 237 100.0 %

SUM OF TOP 4 CHOICES
Q2c. Which FOUR programs/activities from the list in Question 2b are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? (top 4)

Q2c. Top choice Number Percent
Swim lessons 92 38.8 %
Splash pad 72 30.4 %
Lazy river 172 72.6 %
FlowRider 70 29.5 %
Waterslides 142 59.9 %
Splash camps 24 10.1 %
Cabana rentals 29 12.2 %
Team practices (water polo/swim team) 45 19.0 %
Birthday party 38 16.0 %
Group visit 32 13.5 %
Private rental 9 3.8 %
None chosen 26 11. 0 %
Total 751
Q3. Have you or any members of your household visited any City of Vista parks and/or recreation facilities during the past 12 months (excluding the Wave Waterpark)?

Q3. Have you visited any City parks and/or recreation
facilities during past 12 months Numbe r Percent
Yes 358 86.7 %
No 55 13.3 %
Total 413 100.0 %
Q3a. Overall, how would you rate the physical condition of ALL the City of Vista parks and recreation facilities you have visited?

Q3a. How would you rate physical condition of all parks & recreation facilities you have visited Numbe r Percent Excellent 46 12.8 %
Good 202 56.4 %
Fair 94 26.3 %
Poor 15 4.2 %
Not provided 1 0. 3 %
Total 358 100.0 %

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WITHOUT NOT PROVIDED
Q3a. Overall, how would you r ate the physical condition of ALL the City of Vista parks and recreation facilities you have visited? (without "not provided")

Q3a. How would you rate physical condition of all parks & recreation facilities you have visited Numbe r Percent Excellent 46 12.9 %
Good 202 56.6 %
Fair 94 26.3 %
Poor 15 4. 2 %
Total 357 100.0 %

Q4. Please CHECK ALL of the following reasons that prevent you or members of your households from visiting City of Vista parks and recreation facilities more often.

Q4. Reasons that prevent your household members
from visiting Cityparks & recreation facilities more often Numbe r Percent Do not feel safe using parks/facilities 104 25.2 %
Lack of amenities we want to use 122 29.5 %
Lack of handicap (ADA) accessibility 11 2.7 %
Lack of parking to access parks/facilities 54 13.1 %
Lack of restrooms 90 21.8 %
Lack of shade 87 21.1 %
Lack of transportation 9 2.2 %
Language/cultural barriers 2 0.5 %
Not aware of parks or facilities locations 51 12.3 %
Parks/facilities are not well maintained 85 20.6 %
Too far from our home 51 12.3 %
Use parks/facilities in other cities/county 92 22.3 %
Other 50 12. 1 %
Total 808

Q4-13. Other
• Currently we both work part-time & just don't take the time to go to the parks. We are fairly close to Brengle Terrace so I do love the AVBG & the walk around the park.
• Dirty bathroom/scary
• Dog areas
• Dogs off leash
Rules not followed or enforced by Rangers.

Scooters, bikes and skateboarders dominate paths and walkways. • DONT CONSIDER IT WHEN THINKING OF THINGS TO DO
• DONT USE PARKS/RECREATION FACILITIES
• Elderly and would really not enjoy the parks as it would take a lot of effort to bundle what we needed to stay in the park(s). Easier to just stay home and enjoy our own patio and yard. • Even when there is shade the slides are too hot for my child to safely use • Frisbee golf has ruined our quiet walks around bangle terrace park • Homeless and drug use, also most don't allow dogs off leash • Homeless people
• Homeless people at park area or nearby park
• I live near Brengle and would go more often if I could get there more safely on foot from my home. We need a sidewalk on Anza Avenue.
• I visit Brengle Terrace frequently and nothing is stopping me from visiting it more • I walk my dogs at Brengle Terrace Park every day
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• I WORK TOO MUCH
• Lack of sidewalks
• LACK OF TIME
• LACK OF TIME
• Most Vista parks could use more funding toward invasive plant removal. Removing Mexican Fan Palms and other non- native trees and shrubs will make the environment healthier and more enjoyable for people and wildlife. • NEED NEW PLAYGROUND
• No dog parks or dog friendly parks. We drive 10 miles to Carlsbad’s Alga Norte Park even though we live a .25 mile away from Brengle Terrace
• No interest
• No need for them
• No off leash dog areas
• No park near home
• No preventions-like visiting
• No reason to visit the other parks
• None of these apply-we visit the parks often
• Not dog friendly or small dirt fenced dog areas.
• NOT OF INTEREST TO ME
• NOT OUR LIFESTYLE
• Nothing listed would hinder me from visits park in Vista. • Pickleball now dominates tennis court use, restricting use by tennis players. The constant twacks of the rackets overwhelms the previously calm environment, rendering the parks less enjoyable to us ( day and night!). • RESTROOMS NOT BEING CLEAN
• Since 2020, and since having outrageous level of illegal border crossing issues in San Diego County, have HAD TO BE super careful, super selective about where and when to be in a public place. SAFETY from being a victim of violent crime has been a top concern. Have been targeted a few times by drifters of the opposite sex. • Some parks restrooms are not clean enough like Brengle terrace and wildwood park and in the last one there is always homeless people I witnessed once one peeing under the tree • SPORTS PARK BATHROOM LEFT UNSERVICED AFTER GAMES
• Time
• Time
• Time
• Time not enough hours in a day
• TOO MANY LOOSE DOGS
• We are missing a off leach dog park
• We don't go outside as often as we should.
• WE HAVE NO DOGS AND NO KIDS-BUT WE DO VISIT THE MOONLIGHT THEATER • WE NEED DOG PARKS
• We use Vista Parks about as often as we want to. The thing preventing us from using them more is lack of additional free time in our week.
• We usually use parks put of the area, to go hiking
• working to much

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Q5. From the following list, please CHECK ALL the ways you learn about City of Vista parks, recreation facilities, programs, and events.

Q5. Ways you learn about City parks, recreation
facilities, programs, & events Numbe r Percent
Recreation activity brochure 171 41.4 %
City website 168 40.7 %
Materials at parks or recreation facilities 52 12.6 %
Conversations with City staff 16 3.9 %
Newspaper 33 8.0 %
Word of mouth 236 57.1 %
Promotions at special events 69 16.7 %
Banners 78 18.9 %
Emails 60 14.5 %
eNnewsletter 49 11.9 %
Social media 181 43.8 %
Flyers 41 9.9 %
Other 32 7. 7 %
Total 1186

Q5-13. Other
• City magazine
• CITY NEWSLETTER
• Drive by
• Drive by
• DRIVEBY AND MAILINGS
• DRIVING AROUND
• Drive by
• Drive by
• Driving by them
• Emails from city of vista
• Family & friends
• Friends
• Google
• Google
• Google
• GOOGLE MAPS AND DRIVING BY PARKS
• Google maps to find parks
• Google maps when trying to find a park
• google maps, google search, occasional sign/banner
• Have reviewed parks and public places online regularly. • INTERNET SEARCH
• Mailing
• Mailing
• Mailing
• NEWLESTTER IN MAIL/CITY OF VISTA
• None of these - do not know much about them - recently just moved to Vista • Online research, encountering them while riding or driving or walking • School flyer
• The Vista magazine that comes out every few months provides information regarding the parks and programs. • Vista Magazine
• Vista Magazine
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• Vista Magazine

Q6. From the list in Question 5, which THREE methods of communication would you MOST PREFER the City use to communicate with you about parks, recreation facilities, programs, and events?

Q6. Top choice Number Percent
Recreation activity brochure 79 19.1 %
City website 57 13.8 %
Materials at parks or recreation facilities 11 2.7 %
Newspaper 2 0.5 %
Word of mouth 11 2.7 %
Promotions at special events 11 2.7 %
Banners 23 5.6 %
Emails 57 13.8 %
eNnewsletter 31 7.5 %
Social media 92 22.3 %
Flyers 8 1.9 %
None chosen 31 7. 5 %
Total 413 100.0 %

Q6. From the list in Question 5, which THREE methods of communication would you MOST PREFER the City use to communicate with you about parks, recreation facilities, programs, and events?

Q6. 2nd choice Number Percent
Recreation activity brochure 48 11.6 %
City website 63 15.3 %
Materials at parks or recreation facilities 19 4.6 %
Conversations with City staff 2 0.5 %
Newspaper 7 1.7 %
Word of mouth 17 4.1 %
Promotions at special events 16 3.9 %
Banners 35 8.5 %
Emails 41 9.9 %
eNnewsletter 42 10.2 %
Social media 67 16.2 %
Flyers 16 3.9 %
None chosen 40 9. 7 %
Total 413 100.0 %
Q6. From the list in Question 5, which THREE methods of communication would you MOST PREFER the City use to communicate with you about parks, recreation facilities, programs, and events?

Q6. 3rd choice Number Percent
Recreation activity brochure 36 8.7 %
City website 51 12.3 %
Materials at parks or recreation facilities 25 6.1 %
Conversations with City staff 4 1.0 %
Newspaper 8 1.9 %
Word of mouth 17 4.1 %
Promotions at special events 31 7.5 %
Banners 29 7.0 %
Emails 30 7.3 %
eNnewsletter 23 5.6 %
Social media 47 11.4 %
Flyers 24 5.8 %
None chosen 88 21. 3 %
Total 413 100.0 %
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SUM OF TOP 3 CHOICES
Q6. From the list in Question 5, which THREE methods of communication would you MOST PREFER the City use to communicate with you about parks, recreation facilities, programs, and events? (top 3)

Q6. Top choice Number Percent
Recreation activity brochure 163 39.5 %
City website 171 41.4 %
Materials at parks or recreation facilities 55 13.3 %
Conversations with City staff 6 1.5 %
Newspaper 17 4.1 %
Word of mouth 45 10.9 %
Promotions at special events 58 14.0 %
Banners 87 21.1 %
Emails 128 31.0 %
eNnewsletter 96 23.2 %
Social media 206 49.9 %
Flyers 48 11.6 %
None chosen 31 7. 5 %
Total 1111
Q7. From the following list, please CHECK ALL of the organizations that you or members of your household have used for recreation and sports activities during the last 12 months.

Q7. Organizations your household members have used
for recreation & sports activities during last 12 months Numbe r Percent City of Vista 290 70.2 %
Neighboring cities 227 55.0 %
Places of worship (e.g., synagogues, churches) 81 19.6 % Private & non-profit youth sports 95 23.0 %
Private clubs (tennis, health, swim, fitness) 98 23.7 %
Private schools/charter schools 38 9.2 %
Private summer camps 33 8.0 %
Public schools 114 27.6 %
Other 18 4. 4 %
Total 994

Q7-9. Other
• Boys and girls club
• COUNTY PARKS
• County/State parks
• Elks lode in Vista
• For children in the family: sports, arts, music
• Foreign travel
• Home
• Home facilities
• LITTLE LEAGUE/VISTA STORM
• MOONLIGHT AMPITHEATER
• MOONLIGHT THEATERS ADS
• National Parks
State Parks
County Parks

USDA/BLM
CDFW
• Not for profit organizations such as friends of the library • RC flying field located in Bonsall
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• Soft play in door locations where even if I have to pay I know the slides will not burn my child’s hands and legs • State parks
• The Beach
• WALKING TRAILS

Q8. Has your household participated in any programs or events offered by the City of Vista Recreation and Community Services Department?

Q8. Has your household participated in any programs
or events offered by City Recreation & Community
Services Department Numbe r Percent
Yes 197 47.7 %
No 216 52.3 %
Total 413 100.0 %

Q8a. How would you rate the overall quality of the City of Vista Recreation and Community Services Department programs or events in which your household has participated?

Q8a. How would you rate overall quality of programs or
events in which your household has participated Numbe r Percent Excellent 51 25.9 %
Good 107 54.3 %
Fair 32 16.2 %
Poor 6 3.0 %
Not provided 1 0. 5 %
Total 197 100.0 %

WITHOUT NOT PROVIDED
Q8a. How would you rate the overall quality of the City of Vista Recreation and Community Services Department programs or events in which your household has participated? (without "not provided")

Q8a. How would you rate overall quality of programs or
events in which your household has participated Numbe r Percent Excellent 51 26.0 %
Good 107 54.6 %
Fair 32 16.3 %
Poor 6 3. 1 %
Total 196 100.0 %

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Q9. Please CHECK ALL of the following reasons that prevent you or members of your household from participating in City of Vista Recreation and Community Services Department programs more often.

Q 9. Reasons that prevent your household from
participating in City Recreation & Community Services
Department programs more often Number P ercent
C lasses are full 28 6.8 %
Do not feel safe participating 15 3.6 %
Fees are too high 52 12.6 %
I don't know what is offered 155 37.5 %
Lack of quality instructors 18 4.4 %
Lack of quality programs 56 13.6 %
Lack of right program equipment 13 3.1 %
Lack of transportation 9 2.2 %
Language/cultural barriers 3 0.7 %
Old & outdated facilities 52 12.6 %
Online registration is not user friendly 24 5.8 %
Customer service issues 7 1.7 %
Program not offered 70 16.9 %
Program times are not convenient 80 19.4 %
Registration is difficult 12 2.9 %
Too far from our home 18 4.4 %
Too busy/not interested 97 23.5 %
Use programs of other agencies 33 8.0 %
Other 28 6.8 %
T otal 770
Q9-19. Other
• Child is too young but once they are older we will utilize day camps • Children are in high school; not enough things for high school kids. • DONT NEED
• GYM ACTIVITIES
• I NEED CHILDCARE AND THE CLASSES I'D LIKE ARE OFFERED WHEN I WORK OR AT DINNER/BEDTIME • I participate as much as I already want to - I am not interested in participating more than I do • IF THE PROGRAMS WERE GEARED TOWARDS KIDS' INTERESTS, WE WOULD MAKE TIME • Just busy spending time on other things. We do enjoy participation when we can, and are satisfied with the quality and availability of city recreation and community program availability. • My child is non speaking and autistic. There aren’t any programs that would work for him. • My schedule is too busy
• NEED DOG PARKS
• Need more activities for working adults. No yoga class at brengle • No interest
• No need
• NOT OUR LIFESTYLE
• Regarding old and outdated facilities, the audio and video systems at the Porter Recreation Center and the Azalea Room are almost unusable, plus several of the electrical outlets don’t work. If you plug in 3 coffee pots to the outlets that do work, a fuse gets blown. The microphone at the Porter Center often shuts itself off and the one in the Azalea Room often feeds back. On a separate topic, the restrooms in Brengle Park are old and smelly. The portapotty at Pala Vista Park is often trashed.
• Soccer. Lack of appropriate fields to use and extremely overcrowded designated areas • Summer programs open registration later than other cities • TAGGING/NOT BEING CLEAN
• There are not a lot of programs for my age group
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• There isn't anything preventing me from utilizing any Vista recreational or culture opportunities. • Time
• TIME OF OTHER THINGS TO DO
• Unmotivated, but see the value in getting motivated
• WE COULD UPDATE OUR SENIOR CENTER
• We don’t receive news letter or social media on what community can use. • Working leaves little time for structured recreational activities • Young daughter is too young

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Q10. Please indicate how well your needs are being met for each of the facilities/amenities listed below on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met," and 1 means your needs are "Not Met" at all.

(N=413)

Ful ly met Mostly met Partly met Not met No need
Q10-1. Campgrounds 3.4% 7.0% 7.0% 13.3% 69.2%

Q10-2. Community center (multi-use space for
events, exercise & activities) 6.5% 17.2% 15.7% 13.3% 47.2%

Q10-3. Environmental/nature education center 6.8% 14.8% 19.4% 18.2% 40.9%

Q10-4. Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
(indoor gyms) 5.6% 9.9% 11.6% 8.5% 64.4%

Q10-5. Golf courses 3.1% 4.1% 6.3% 10.7% 75.8%

Q10-6. Large community parks 16.9% 30.8% 25.9% 10.2% 16.2%

Q10-7. Lighted diamond sports fields
(baseball, softball) 8.7% 14.3% 11.1% 5.6% 60.3%

Q10-8. Lighted rectangular sports fields
(football, rugby, soccer) 7.3% 13.1% 12.1% 6.8% 60.8%

Q10-9. Mountain bike trails 2.2% 7.5% 10.9% 17.2% 62.2%

Q10-10. Multi-use hiking, biking, walking
trails (paved or unpaved) 8.7% 19.1% 31.2% 17.9% 23.0%

Q10-11. Off-leash dog park 3.9% 7.0% 10.7% 22.0% 56.4%

Q10-12. Open space conservation areas 9.9% 18.4% 25.4% 13.8% 32.4%

Q10-13. Outdoor basketball courts 7.0% 9.4% 11.1% 7.5% 64.9%

Q10-14. Outdoor exercise/fitness area 3.6% 11.1% 16.2% 17.9% 51.1%

Q10-15. Outdoor pickleball courts 7.0% 6.1% 11.1% 11.9% 63.9%

Q10-16. Outdoor tennis courts 8.2% 8.0% 9.9% 7.7% 66.1%

Q10-17. Performing arts venues 22.8% 21.8% 14.0% 4.8% 36.6%

Q10-18. Picnic areas & shelters 11.4% 28.3% 21.3% 7.3% 31.7%

Q10-19. Playgrounds 12.3% 26.4% 18.4% 5.3% 37.5%

Q10-20. Shade & trees 13.3% 30.5% 28.3% 8.7% 19.1%

Q10-21
. Skateboard parks 7.5% 10.7% 9.0% 8.0% 64.9%

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Q10. Please indicate how well your needs are being met for each of the facilities/amenities listed below on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met," and 1 means your needs are "Not Met" at all.

Fully met Mostly met Partly met Not met No need
Q10-22. Small neighborhood parks 10.9% 20.1% 23.0% 20.8% 25.2%

Q10-23. Splash pads or spray parks 3.6% 7.0% 11.1% 30.8% 47.5%

Q10-24. Swimming pools 5.1% 7.5% 15.5% 32.7% 39.2%

Q10-25. Walking paths in parks 12.1% 22.5% 29.1% 15.7% 20.6%

Q10-26. Other 0.5% 0.5% 0.7% 4.1% 94.2%

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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. Please indicate how well your needs are being met for each of the facilities/amenities listed below on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met," and 1 means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")

(N=413)

Ful ly met Mostly met Partly met Not met
Q10-1. Campgrounds 11.0% 22.8% 22.8% 43.3%

Q10-2. Community center (multi-use space for
events, exercise & activities) 12.4% 32.6% 29.8% 25.2%

Q10-3. Environmental/nature education center 11.5% 25.0% 32.8% 30.7%

Q10-4. Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
(indoor gyms) 15.6% 27.9% 32.7% 23.8%

Q10-5. Golf courses 13.0% 17.0% 26.0% 44.0%

Q10-6. Large community parks 20.2% 36.7% 30.9% 12.1%

Q10-7. Lighted diamond sports fields
(baseball, softball) 22.0% 36.0% 28.0% 14.0%

Q10-8. Lighted rectangular sports fields
(football, rugby, soccer) 18.5% 33.3% 30.9% 17.3%

Q10-9. Mountain bike trails 5.8% 19.9% 28.8% 45.5%

Q10-10. Multi-use hiking, biking, walking
trails (paved or unpaved) 11.3% 24.8% 40.6% 23.3%

Q10-11. Off-leash dog park 8.9% 16.1% 24.4% 50.6%

Q10-12. Open space conservation areas 14.7% 27.2% 37.6% 20.4%

Q10-13. Outdoor basketball courts 20.0% 26.9% 31.7% 21.4%

Q10-14. Outdoor exercise/fitness area 7.4% 22.8% 33.2% 36.6%

Q10-15. Outdoor pickleball courts 19.5% 16.8% 30.9% 32.9%

Q10-16. Outdoor tennis courts 24.3% 23.6% 29.3% 22.9%

Q10-17. Performing arts venues 35.9% 34.4% 22.1% 7.6%

Q10-18. Picnic areas & shelters 16.7% 41.5% 31.2% 10.6%

Q10-19. Playgrounds 19.8% 42.2% 29.5% 8.5%

Q10-20. Shade & trees 16.5% 37.7% 35.0% 10.8%

Q10-21. Skateboard parks 21.4% 30.3% 25.5% 22.8%

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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. Please indicate how well your needs are being met for each of the facilities/amenities listed below on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met," and 1 means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")

Fully met Mostly met Partly met Not met
Q10-22. Small neighborhood parks 14.6% 26.9% 30.7% 27.8%

Q10-23. Splash pads or spray parks 6.9% 13.4% 21.2% 58.5%

Q10-24. Swimming pools 8.4% 12.4% 25.5% 53.8%

Q10-25. Walking paths in parks 15.2% 28.4% 36.6% 19.8%

Q10-26. Other 8.3% 8.3% 12.5% 70.8%

Q10-26. Other
• Accessible paved walking paths in parks and trails not up to ADA … need more wheelchair accessible walking paths whether that’s updated sidewalks or adding ramps where there are only stairs available. It benefits everyone especially parents with strollers or people pulling wagons. • BADMINTON
• Bathroom facilities are often lacking or disgusting. Many parks have trash issues like overflowing bins and trash on ground. Dog excrement seems to be a regular issue as well. My nearest park has a porta potty, trash, too many dogs, rude patrons, and trash everywhere.
• Disc golf course
• Disc golf course
• Disc golf course
• Disc golf course
• Dog parks
• Dog parks
• Finish a wrap around path at clean well maintained bathrooms at Bud Willison Vista Sports Park 3 times a day; path built to walk at night around Sports Soccer Field during practice. • Fishing ponds
• I would like to see a walking path around Brengle Terrace Park. A lot of people walk the loop on the pavement.

It can be an inconvenience to the walkers and drivers on the hillside. • Love the Melrose off-leash dog park
• Mountain biking trails are almost non existent. No pump tracks for young and old either. • Need more opportunities for disabled and special needs people • Nothing close to take my grandchildren for outdoor activities • OPEN UP ADOBE TO TOURS
• Roller-rick
• Safe sidewalks for active mobility and transportation are missing along major thoroughfare of North Santa Fe north of Bobier and south of Taylor within a quarter mile of 4 different public schools • Safety is an issue in all of these areas, not having lights at Vista sports Park available during the winter Months is hindering and dangerous
• Vista needs more bike today
• We need an adequate aquatics facility like the Wagner pool in Oceanside • WELL LIT PARKS AT NIGHT
• Would like an RC flying field available in Vista-perhaps at Brengle Terrace-where a large portion of the community could be served for both adult and youth activities.

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Q11. Which FOUR facilities/amenities from the list in Question 10 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q11. Top choice Number Percent
Campgrounds 9 2.2 %
Community center (multi-use space for events, exercise & activities) 24 5.8 %
Environmental/nature education center 16 3.9 %
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts (indoor gyms) 5 1.2 % Golf courses 6 1.5 %
Large community parks 34 8.2 %
Lighted diamond sports fields (baseball, softball) 13 3.1 % Lighted rectangular sports fields (football, rugby, soccer) 9 2.2 % Mountain bike trails 11 2.7 %
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails (paved or unpaved) 40 9.7 % Off-leash dog park 30 7.3 %
Open space conservation areas 21 5.1 %
Outdoor basketball courts 3 0.7 %
Outdoor exercise/fitness area 4 1.0 %
Outdoor pickleball courts 15 3.6 %
Outdoor tennis courts 5 1.2 %
Performing arts venues 23 5.6 %
Picnic areas & shelters 1 0.2 %
Playgrounds 33 8.0 %
Shade & trees 8 1.9 %
Skateboard parks 7 1.7 %
Small neighborhood parks 9 2.2 %
Splash pads or spray parks 8 1.9 %
Swimming pools 23 5.6 %
Walking paths in parks 27 6.5 %
None chosen 29 7. 0 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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Q11. Which FOUR facilities/amenities from the list in Question 10 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q11. 2nd choice Number Percent
Campgrounds 8 1.9 %
Community center (multi-use space for events, exercise & activities) 12 2.9 %
Environmental/nature education center 18 4.4 %
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts (indoor gyms) 6 1.5 % Golf courses 12 2.9 %
Large community parks 39 9.4 %
Lighted diamond sports fields (baseball, softball) 8 1.9 % Lighted rectangular sports fields (football, rugby, soccer) 7 1.7 % Mountain bike trails 8 1.9 %
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails (paved or unpaved) 60 14.5 % Off-leash dog park 28 6.8 %
Open space conservation areas 9 2.2 %
Outdoor basketball courts 4 1.0 %
Outdoor exercise/fitness area 10 2.4 %
Outdoor pickleball courts 6 1.5 %
Performing arts venues 17 4.1 %
Picnic areas & shelters 10 2.4 %
Playgrounds 18 4.4 %
Shade & trees 11 2.7 %
Skateboard parks 4 1.0 %
Small neighborhood parks 22 5.3 %
Splash pads or spray parks 11 2.7 %
Swimming pools 9 2.2 %
Walking paths in parks 33 8.0 %
None chosen 43 10. 4 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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Q11. Which FOUR facilities/amenities from the list in Question 10 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q11. 3rd choice Number Percent
Campgrounds 8 1.9 %
Community center (multi-use space for events, exercise & activities) 12 2.9 %
Environmental/nature education center 15 3.6 %
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts (indoor gyms) 3 0.7 % Golf courses 8 1.9 %
Large community parks 26 6.3 %
Lighted diamond sports fields (baseball, softball) 4 1.0 % Lighted rectangular sports fields (football, rugby, soccer) 9 2.2 % Mountain bike trails 2 0.5 %
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails (paved or unpaved) 44 10.7 % Off-leash dog park 17 4.1 %
Open space conservation areas 27 6.5 %
Outdoor basketball courts 4 1.0 %
Outdoor exercise/fitness area 9 2.2 %
Outdoor pickleball courts 9 2.2 %
Outdoor tennis courts 2 0.5 %
Performing arts venues 21 5.1 %
Picnic areas & shelters 11 2.7 %
Playgrounds 29 7.0 %
Shade & trees 21 5.1 %
Skateboard parks 5 1.2 %
Small neighborhood parks 22 5.3 %
Splash pads or spray parks 10 2.4 %
Swimming pools 14 3.4 %
Walking paths in parks 22 5.3 %
None chosen 59 14. 3 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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Q11. Which FOUR facilities/amenities from the list in Question 10 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q11. 4th choice Number Percent
Campgrounds 5 1.2 %
Community center (multi-use space for events, exercise & activities) 10 2.4 %
Environmental/nature education center 15 3.6 %
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts (indoor gyms) 6 1.5 % Golf courses 3 0.7 %
Large community parks 22 5.3 %
Lighted diamond sports fields (baseball, softball) 7 1.7 % Lighted rectangular sports fields (football, rugby, soccer) 1 0.2 % Mountain bike trails 4 1.0 %
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails (paved or unpaved) 19 4.6 % Off-leash dog park 11 2.7 %
Open space conservation areas 19 4.6 %
Outdoor basketball courts 8 1.9 %
Outdoor exercise/fitness area 15 3.6 %
Outdoor pickleball courts 8 1.9 %
Outdoor tennis courts 2 0.5 %
Performing arts venues 11 2.7 %
Picnic areas & shelters 10 2.4 %
Playgrounds 12 2.9 %
Shade & trees 29 7.0 %
Skateboard parks 2 0.5 %
Small neighborhood parks 33 8.0 %
Splash pads or spray parks 15 3.6 %
Swimming pools 22 5.3 %
Walking paths in parks 32 7.7 %
None chosen 92 22. 3 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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SUM OF TOP 4 CHOICES
Q11. Which FOUR facilities/amenities from the list in Question 10 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? (top 4)

Q11. Top choice Number Percent
Campgrounds 30 7.3 %
Community center (multi-use space for events, exercise & activities) 58 14.0 %
Environmental/nature education center 64 15.5 %
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts (indoor gyms) 20 4.8 % Golf courses 29 7.0 %
Large community parks 121 29.3 %
Lighted diamond sports fields (baseball, softball) 32 7.7 % Lighted rectangular sports fields (football, rugby, soccer) 26 6.3 % Mountain bike trails 25 6.1 %
Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails (paved or unpaved) 163 39.5 % Off-leash dog park 86 20.8 %
Open space conservation areas 76 18.4 %
Outdoor basketball courts 19 4.6 %
Outdoor exercise/fitness area 38 9.2 %
Outdoor pickleball courts 38 9.2 %
Outdoor tennis courts 9 2.2 %
Performing arts venues 72 17.4 %
Picnic areas & shelters 32 7.7 %
Playgrounds 92 22.3 %
Shade & trees 69 16.7 %
Skateboard parks 18 4.4 %
Small neighborhood parks 86 20.8 %
Splash pads or spray parks 44 10.7 %
Swimming pools 68 16.5 %
Walking paths in parks 114 27.6 %
None chosen 29 7. 0 %
Total 1458

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Q12. Please indicate how well your needs are being met for each of the programs/activities listed below on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met," and 1 means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (N=413)
F
ull y met Mostly met Partly met Not met No need
Q12-1. Adult fitness & wellness programs 4.4% 9.2% 16.9% 19.6% 49.9% Q
12-2. Adult sports leagues 4.6% 6.3% 10.7% 9.4% 69.0%
Q
12-3. After school programs for youth 2.7% 5.1% 12.3% 8.0% 71.9% Q
12-4. Adult performing arts programs
(dance/music) 5.6% 5.8% 12.1% 12.8% 63.7%
Q
12-5. Adult visual arts/crafts programs 3.1% 5.3% 15.0% 15.3% 61.3% Q
12-6. Counseling & mental health programs 1.0% 2.2% 7.0% 14.0% 75.8% Q
12-7. Cultural enrichment programs 2.4% 6.1% 16.9% 15.3% 59.3% Q
12-8. eGaming/eSports 0.2% 1.0% 2.4% 8.5% 87.9%
Q
12-9. Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs 1.2% 1.5% 5.1% 7.3% 85.0% Q
12-10. Outdoor environmental/nature camps
& programs 2.4% 3.9% 12.8% 21.1% 59.8%
Q
12-11. Preschool programs/early childhood
education 3.9% 4.1% 9.0% 8.7% 74.3%
Q
12-12. Programs for people with special
needs 0.7% 2.2% 5.3% 8.2% 83.5%
Q
12-13. Recreation/competitive swim team 0.7% 1.7% 6.3% 11.6% 79.7% Q
12-14. Senior programs 3.6% 8.0% 13.3% 11.1% 63.9%
Q
12-15. Special events 7.7% 16.0% 18.6% 7.7% 49.9%
Q
12-16. STEM (science, technology,
engineering, & mathematics) classes 1.7% 3.9% 10.2% 15.7% 68.5% Q
12-17. Swim lessons 4.6% 3.4% 8.2% 17.2% 66.6%
Q
12-18. Teen/tween programs 1.2% 1.0% 8.5% 9.9% 79.4%
Q
12-19. Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues 3.1% 2.2% 12.3% 11.1% 71.2% Q
12-20. Youth fitness & wellness classes 1.2% 2.4% 10.7% 10.9% 74.8% Q
12-21. Youth visual/performing arts/crafts
progr
ams (dance/music) 2.9% 4.1% 8.5% 9.4% 75.1%
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Q12. Please indicate how well your needs are being met for each of the programs/activities listed below on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met," and 1 means your needs are "Not Met" at all.

Fully met Mostly met Partly met Not met No need
Q12-22. Youth sports programs & camps 3.9% 4.8% 12.8% 8.7% 69.7%

Q12-23. Youth seasonal programs & camps 4.1% 4.6% 11.1% 9.2% 70.9%

Q12-24. Water fitness programs/lap swimming 2.2% 2.2% 10.2% 23.7% 61.7%

Q12-25. Other 0.5% 0.0% 0.2% 1.7% 97.6%

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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. Please indicate how well your needs are being met for each of the programs/activities listed below on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met," and 1 means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")

(N=413)

Ful ly met Mostly met Partly met Not met
Q12-1. Adult fitness & wellness programs 8.7% 18.4% 33.8% 39.1%

Q12-2. Adult sports leagues 14.8% 20.3% 34.4% 30.5%

Q12-3. After school programs for youth 9.5% 18.1% 44.0% 28.4%

Q12-4. Adult performing arts programs
(dance/music) 15.3% 16.0% 33.3% 35.3%

Q12-5. Adult visual arts/crafts programs 8.1% 13.8% 38.8% 39.4%

Q12-6. Counseling & mental health programs 4.0% 9.0% 29.0% 58.0%

Q12-7. Cultural enrichment programs 6.0% 14.9% 41.7% 37.5%

Q12-8. eGaming/eSports 2.0% 8.0% 20.0% 70.0%

Q12-9. Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs 8.1% 9.7% 33.9% 48.4%

Q12-10. Outdoor environmental/nature camps
& programs 6.0% 9.6% 31.9% 52.4%

Q12-11. Preschool programs/early childhood
education 15.1% 16.0% 34.9% 34.0%

Q12-12. Programs for people with special
needs 4.4% 13.2% 32.4% 50.0%

Q12-13. Recreation/competitive swim team 3.6% 8.3% 31.0% 57.1%

Q12-14. Senior programs 10.1% 22.1% 36.9% 30.9%

Q12-15. Special events 15.5% 31.9% 37.2% 15.5%

Q12-16. STEM (science, technology,
engineering, & mathematics) classes 5.4% 12.3% 32.3% 50.0%

Q12-17. Swim lessons 13.8% 10.1% 24.6% 51.4%

Q12-18. Teen/tween programs 5.9% 4.7% 41.2% 48.2%

Q12-19. Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues 10.9% 7.6% 42.9% 38.7%

Q12-20. Youth fitness & wellness classes 4.8% 9.6% 42.3% 43.3%

Q12-21. Youth visual/performing arts/crafts
programs (dance/music) 11.7% 16.5% 34.0% 37.9%

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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. Please indicate how well your needs are being met for each of the programs/activities listed below on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met," and 1 means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")

Fully met Mostly met Partly met Not met
Q12-22. Youth sports programs & camps 12.8% 16.0% 42.4% 28.8%

Q12-23. Youth seasonal programs & camps 14.2% 15.8% 38.3% 31.7%

Q12-24. Water fitness programs/lap swimming 5.7% 5.7% 26.6% 62.0%

Q12-25. Other 20.0% 0.0% 10.0% 70.0%

Q12-25. Other
• Community pool for free swim
• Disc golf course
• Disc golf courses and leagues
• HISTORIC SITES FOR PUBLIC TOURS
• Need a place to swim: post physical therapy movement and exercise on a regular basis. Need to swim twice a week. Have had to go to the aqua park in Carlsbad; they intend to serve Carlsbad residents and not Vista residents. Need the water to be warmed up. Having a difficult time finding a place to exercise in water (unweighted exercise) on a regular basis.
• Not enough tennis courts for non league players. This new concept of ‘rent a court’ is good for the league players but with the advent of sacrificing tennis courts for pickleball courts i.e.; Brengle Park it’s difficult to find a court for drop in city resident players.
• SPANISH CLASSES
• WALKING TRAILS
• Would like more dance class options for adults. As well as simple meetup groups for community, hiking or walking.
• Would like to see an RC flying field established within Vista. This would be a low environmental impact area, as it would require only a 40’ x 600’ runway with clear open space. This project would allow for youth to learn how to fly, could be used in conjunction to present STEM programs for kids, would allow for crafts for teens/tweens, adults and seniors alike, as well as senior programs. The area could be configured for mixed use, and the runway could be configured as a paved area or even a level grass strip. This particular model has been effective in community parks elsewhere in the United States; for example, Thude Park in Chandler, AZ has made use of a model airstrip in conjunction with a sports park and playground, as well as a large jogging path around the park itself.

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Q13. Which FOUR programs/activities from the list in Question 12 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q13. Top choice Number Percent
Adult fitness & wellness programs 52 12.6 %
Adult sports leagues 6 1.5 %
After school programs for youth 20 4.8 %
Adult performing arts programs (dance/music) 9 2.2 %
Adult visual arts/crafts programs 12 2.9 %
Counseling & mental health programs 14 3.4 %
Cultural enrichment programs 11 2.7 %
eGaming/eSports 1 0.2 %
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs 3 0.7 %
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs 28 6.8 %
Preschool programs/early childhood education 17 4.1 %
Programs for people with special needs 3 0.7 %
Recreation/competitive swim team 5 1.2 %
Senior programs 22 5.3 %
Special events 19 4.6 %
STEM (science, technology, engineering, & mathematics) classes 6 1.5 % Swim lessons 17 4.1 %
Teen/tween programs 5 1.2 %
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues 16 3.9 %
Youth fitness & wellness classes 3 0.7 %
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs (dance/music) 2 0.5 % Youth sports programs & camps 17 4.1 %
Youth seasonal programs & camps 5 1.2 %
Water fitness programs/lap swimming 28 6.8 %
None chosen 92 22. 3 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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Q13. Which FOUR programs/activities from the list in Question 12 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q13. 2nd choice Number Percent
Adult fitness & wellness programs 27 6.5 %
Adult sports leagues 11 2.7 %
After school programs for youth 15 3.6 %
Adult performing arts programs (dance/music) 18 4.4 %
Adult visual arts/crafts programs 10 2.4 %
Counseling & mental health programs 14 3.4 %
Cultural enrichment programs 20 4.8 %
eGaming/eSports 1 0.2 %
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs 2 0.5 %
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs 22 5.3 %
Preschool programs/early childhood education 18 4.4 %
Programs for people with special needs 9 2.2 %
Recreation/competitive swim team 7 1.7 %
Senior programs 16 3.9 %
Special events 13 3.1 %
STEM (science, technology, engineering, & mathematics) classes 13 3.1 % Swim lessons 15 3.6 %
Teen/tween programs 9 2.2 %
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues 10 2.4 %
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs (dance/music) 5 1.2 % Youth sports programs & camps 14 3.4 %
Youth seasonal programs & camps 11 2.7 %
Water fitness programs/lap swimming 16 3.9 %
None chosen 117 28.3 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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Q13. Which FOUR programs/activities from the list in Question 12 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q13. 3rd choice Number Percent
Adult fitness & wellness programs 19 4.6 %
Adult sports leagues 10 2.4 %
After school programs for youth 9 2.2 %
Adult performing arts programs (dance/music) 6 1.5 %
Adult visual arts/crafts programs 15 3.6 %
Counseling & mental health programs 15 3.6 %
Cultural enrichment programs 18 4.4 %
eGaming/eSports 7 1.7 %
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs 4 1.0 %
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs 30 7.3 %
Preschool programs/early childhood education 9 2.2 %
Programs for people with special needs 4 1.0 %
Recreation/competitive swim team 7 1.7 %
Senior programs 27 6.5 %
Special events 12 2.9 %
STEM (science, technology, engineering, & mathematics) classes 14 3.4 % Swim lessons 10 2.4 %
Teen/tween programs 7 1.7 %
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues 6 1.5 %
Youth fitness & wellness classes 7 1.7 %
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs (dance/music) 9 2.2 % Youth sports programs & camps 6 1.5 %
Youth seasonal programs & camps 9 2.2 %
Water fitness programs/lap swimming 8 1.9 %
None chosen 145 35.1 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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Q13. Which FOUR programs/activities from the list in Question 12 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q13. 4th choice Number Percent
Adult fitness & wellness programs 18 4.4 %
Adult sports leagues 5 1.2 %
After school programs for youth 8 1.9 %
Adult performing arts programs (dance/music) 11 2.7 %
Adult visual arts/crafts programs 11 2.7 %
Counseling & mental health programs 11 2.7 %
Cultural enrichment programs 16 3.9 %
eGaming/eSports 2 0.5 %
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs 4 1.0 %
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs 14 3.4 %
Preschool programs/early childhood education 4 1.0 %
Programs for people with special needs 6 1.5 %
Recreation/competitive swim team 4 1.0 %
Senior programs 19 4.6 %
Special events 26 6.3 %
STEM (science, technology, engineering, & mathematics) classes 11 2.7 % Swim lessons 6 1.5 %
Teen/tween programs 5 1.2 %
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues 5 1.2 %
Youth fitness & wellness classes 4 1.0 %
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs (dance/music) 5 1.2 % Youth sports programs & camps 8 1.9 %
Youth seasonal programs & camps 8 1.9 %
Water fitness programs/lap swimming 19 4.6 %
None chosen 183 44.3 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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Q13. Which FOUR programs/activities from the list in Question 12 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? (top 4)

Q13. Top choice Number Percent
Adult fitness & wellness programs 116 28.1 %
Adult sports leagues 32 7.7 %
After school programs for youth 52 12.6 %
Adult performing arts programs (dance/music) 44 10.7 %
Adult visual arts/crafts programs 48 11.6 %
Counseling & mental health programs 54 13.1 %
Cultural enrichment programs 65 15.7 %
eGaming/eSports 11 2.7 %
Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs 13 3.1 %
Outdoor environmental/nature camps & programs 94 22.8 % Preschool programs/early childhood education 48 11.6 %
Programs for people with special needs 22 5.3 %
Recreation/competitive swim team 23 5.6 %
Senior programs 84 20.3 %
Special events 70 16.9 %
STEM (science, technology, engineering, & mathematics) classes 44 10.7 % Swim lessons 48 11.6 %
Teen/tween programs 26 6.3 %
Pickleball/tennis lessons & leagues 37 9.0 %
Youth fitness & wellness classes 14 3.4 %
Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs (dance/music) 21 5.1 % Youth sports programs & camps 45 10.9 %
Youth seasonal programs & camps 33 8.0 %
Water fitness programs/lap swimming 71 17.2 %
None chosen 92 22. 3 %
Total 1207

Q14. If you had $100, how would you allocate the funds among the parks and recreation categories listed below?

Mean
Improve/maintain existing parks, pools, & recreation facilities 36.76 Improve existing indoor recreation facilities 10.17
Acquire new park land & open space 25.54
Construct new sports fields (softball, soccer, baseball, etc.) 9.97 Expand program offerings 11.94
Other 5.62

Q14. Other
• Add a 400M track for public use.

Running trail
Parcourse/Obstacle course
• Adding more paved walking paths and restroom facilities • An aquatic facility comparable to Wagner in Oceanside! Better summer camp offerings with TRAINED counselors, not attitude ridden high schoolers.
• Art class
• BATHROOM CARE AND UP THE SECURITY FOR HOMELESS PEOPLE SITTING AT PLAYGROUNDS • Bathroom cleanliness
• build a new aquatics center, like the Wagner Aquatics center in Oceanside City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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• build a NEW POOL
• Clean the darn bathrooms they are disgusting
• Community Events such as Movies in the Park. Maybe we could extend this to include the Winter season where movies could start earlier since it gets dark earlier. People could bring chairs and cocoa and still get small children to bed at a reasonable time. The summer movies tend to run very late. • Conservations
• Cultural diversity
• Develop new disc golf courses
• DOG PARK
• Extend the multi use trail along the train tracks to get it to the beach so you can ride a bicycle from Vista to Oceanside without using the road.
• Fund public transportation access to and from parks facilities and trailheads.... or make it possible for Vistans to safely ride horses thru town again.
• Golf course
• HIGHER LEVEL ART CLASSES FOR ADULTS/SENIORS
• Improve infrastructure including sidewalks, bike lanes, and the tree canopy to encourage more pedestrian access to public spaces and parks
• Increase access to aquatics activities
• Make sure facilities are cleaned & stocked
• Miscellaneous
• More disc golf courses in other Vista parks such as Buena Vista Park • More senior classes
• New BMX track
• Off leash dog park
• Off leash dog park
• Off leash dog park
• Off leash dog park
• Off leash dog park
• Off leash dog park at Brengle Terrace
• OPEN UP ADOBE TO TOURS
• Safety upkeep of current facilities and lights on at the soccer field at the Vista sports park during winter months • Scholarships for youth sports programs and performing arts programs • Senior Mobility Unweighted Exercise in Warm Water
• SPECIAL EVENTS
• Trail building and maintenance
• Were most needed

Q15. How important do you feel it is for the City of Vista to provide high quality parks, recreation facilities and programs?

Q15. How important is it for City to provide high quality parks, recreation facilities & programs Numbe r Percent Very important 348 84.3 %
Somewhat important 40 9.7 %
Not important 2 0.5 %
Not sure 23 5. 6 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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WITHOUT NOT SURE
Q15. How important do you feel it is for the City of Vista to provide high quality parks, recreation facilities and programs? (without "not sure")

Q15. How important is it for City to provide high quality parks, recreation facilities & programs Numbe r Percent Very important 348 89.2 %
Somewhat important 40 10.3 %
Not important 2 0. 5 %
Total 390 100.0 %

Q16. Please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements concerning some potential benefits of the City of Vista's parks, facilities, and recreation programs or events using a scale of 1 to 5, where 5 means "Strongly Agree" and 1 means "Strongly Disagree."

(N=413)

Strongly
Stro ngly agree Agree Neutral Disagree disagree Don't know Q16-1. Helps to reduce crime in
my neighborhood & keep kids out
of trouble 47.2% 29.3% 11.6% 1.9% 1.0% 9.0%

Q16-2. Improves my (my
household's) mental health &
reduces stress 45.5% 32.4% 11.9% 1.2% 0.2% 8.7%

Q16-3. Improves my (my
household's) physical health &
fitness 45.8% 32.7% 11.6% 1.7% 0.5% 7.7%

Q16-4. Increases my (my
household's) property value 37.8% 30.0% 17.2% 1.9% 0.5% 12.6%

Q16-5. Is age-friendly & accessible
to all age groups 39.0% 34.9% 12.3% 2.2% 0.2% 11.4%

Q16-6. Makes Vista a more
desirable place to live 57.6% 29.8% 3.9% 1.2% 0.5% 7.0%

Q16-7. Positively impacts
economic/business development 42.1% 30.0% 16.5% 1.2% 0.0% 10.2%

Q16-8. Preserves open space &
protects the environment 54.5% 27.1% 9.4% 0.7% 0.7% 7.5%

Q16-9. Provides jobs/
professional development for
youth 29.3% 31.2% 24.0% 1.7% 0.2% 13.6%

Q16-10. Provides positive social
interactions for me (my
household/family) 43.3% 33.4% 11.9% 1.7% 0.0% 9.7%

Q16-11. Provides volunteer
opportunities for the community 32.2% 35.4% 18.2% 1.0% 0.2% 13.1%

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WITHOUT DON’T KNOW
Q16. Please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements concerning some potential benefits of the City of Vista's parks, facilities, and recreation programs or events using a scale of 1 to 5, where 5 means "Strongly Agree" and 1 means "Strongly Disagree." (without "don't know")

(N=413)

Stro ngly agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly disagree Q16-1. Helps to reduce crime
in my neighborhood & keep
kids out of trouble 51.9% 32.2% 12.8% 2.1% 1.1%

Q16-2. Improves my (my
household's) mental health &
reduces stress 49.9% 35.5% 13.0% 1.3% 0.3%

Q16-3. Improves my (my
household's) physical health &
fitness 49.6% 35.4% 12.6% 1.8% 0.5%

Q16-4. Increases my (my
household's) property value 43.2% 34.3% 19.7% 2.2% 0.6%

Q16-5. Is age-friendly &
accessible to all age groups 44.0% 39.3% 13.9% 2.5% 0.3%

Q16-6. Makes Vista a more
desirable place to live 62.0% 32.0% 4.2% 1.3% 0.5%

Q16-7. Positively impacts
economic/business
development 46.9% 33.4% 18.3% 1.3% 0.0%

Q16-8. Preserves open space &
protects the environment 58.9% 29.3% 10.2% 0.8% 0.8%

Q16-9. Provides jobs/
professional development for
youth 33.9% 36.1% 27.7% 2.0% 0.3%

Q16-10. Provides positive
social interactions for me (my
household/family) 48.0% 37.0% 13.1% 1.9% 0.0%

Q16-11. Provides volunteer
opportunities for the
community 37.0% 40.7% 20.9% 1.1% 0.3%

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Q17. Brengle Terrace Park. Please indicate if you or members of your household have a need for the following improvements/additions that could be made to Brengle Terrace Park.

Q17. Improvements/additions that could be made to
Brengle Terrace Park Numbe r Percent
Bocce ball courts 47 11.4 %
Bike racks 53 12.8 %
Dog park 124 30.0 %
Fitness course/parkour 97 23.5 %
Parking 76 18.4 %
Passive walking trail 202 48.9 %
Paved amphitheatre parking 78 18.9 %
Pickleball courts 72 17.4 %
Picnic area with shade structure 135 32.7 %
Picnic tables 85 20.6 %
Playgrounds 118 28.6 %
Public art 100 24.2 %
Re-purpose of recreation center 61 14.8 %
Restrooms 195 47.2 %
Sand volleyball court 44 10.7 %
Splash pad 119 28.8 %
Tennis courts 31 7.5 %
Trash/recycling cans 103 24.9 %
Other 32 7. 7 %
Total 1772

Q17-19. Other
• Softball Ball fields
• A bike path along the outer perimeter of the park would be great! • Basketball courts
• biking trails- not a lot of places to ride bikes
• Compost cans.

Replace the a/v systems and upgrade the electric system in Jim Porter Recreation Center and the Azalea Room.

Hire touring bands to play at Moonlight Amphitheater and the Avo Theater • Disc golf
• Frisbee golf course improvements
• Improve disc golf course. More grass around holes 3b, 4, and 5. • Improve locations where disc golf pads located.
• Irrigation repair/ maintenance. Many instances of (more than minor) leaks that persist for (more than just a few) hours, despite reporting
• KEEP HOMELESS OUT OF PARKS AND WALKING TRAILS
• Maintain and improve the disc golf course
• Marsh area is widely under utilized and could have a boardwalk. There's no sidewalks within the park to get around the entire park safely, a carousel or a train that is low cost would be a great amenity, the empty lots behind the senior center could be great pickle ball courts or any other use, and the dirt lot is widely utilized.

More land is used for cars than people
• More trees
• More trees
• Nature Vignettes throughout the property.

Photo Spots throughout the property.

Places for Nursing Mothers.

Spaces for very young children (9 mo-18 mo.)
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• One of those workout areas with machines that uses your own body weight. San Marcos has one. Also more monitoring of people have it pitbulls off lease
• RC flying field
• Recycling signs to instruct people on what goes into the bin. Some trash bins at Brengle are singular (all kinds of trash go into them) and others are for specific materials that can be recycled. It would be good to have more recycling bins.
• Removal of non-native and invasive vegetation for more vibrant habitat • Rename the community center. Jim Porter was a racist asshole. • Safer
• Security
• Security
• Skateboard Park
• Soccer goals and fields
• Softball fields
• SWIMMING POOL/LAP SWIM
• SWINGS
• Too far away
• Trash to be cleaned out
• USE ONLY WALKING TRAILS

Q18. Which THREE improvements/additions from the list in Question 17 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q18. Top choice Number Percent
Bocce ball courts 8 1.9 %
Bike racks 5 1.2 %
Dog park 56 13.6 %
Fitness course/parkour 15 3.6 %
Parking 12 2.9 %
Passive walking trail 63 15.3 %
Paved amphitheatre parking 21 5.1 %
Pickleball courts 23 5.6 %
Picnic area with shade structure 12 2.9 %
Picnic tables 1 0.2 %
Playgrounds 48 11.6 %
Public art 4 1.0 %
Re-purpose of recreation center 8 1.9 %
Restrooms 31 7.5 %
Sand volleyball court 4 1.0 %
Splash pad 27 6.5 %
Tennis courts 6 1.5 %
Trash/recycling cans 5 1.2 %
None chosen 64 15. 5 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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Q18. Which THREE improvements/additions from the list in Question 17 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q18. 2nd choice Number Percent
Bocce ball courts 8 1.9 %
Bike racks 5 1.2 %
Dog park 20 4.8 %
Fitness course/parkour 25 6.1 %
Parking 12 2.9 %
Passive walking trail 50 12.1 %
Paved amphitheatre parking 14 3.4 %
Pickleball courts 13 3.1 %
Picnic area with shade structure 36 8.7 %
Picnic tables 8 1.9 %
Playgrounds 18 4.4 %
Public art 21 5.1 %
Re-purpose of recreation center 10 2.4 %
Restrooms 40 9.7 %
Sand volleyball court 5 1.2 %
Splash pad 21 5.1 %
Tennis courts 6 1.5 %
Trash/recycling cans 8 1.9 %
None chosen 93 22. 5 %
Total 413 100.0 %

Q18. Which THREE improvements/additions from the list in Question 17 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q18. 3rd choice Number Percent
Bocce ball courts 5 1.2 %
Bike racks 4 1.0 %
Dog park 22 5.3 %
Fitness course/parkour 15 3.6 %
Parking 9 2.2 %
Passive walking trail 23 5.6 %
Paved amphitheatre parking 12 2.9 %
Pickleball courts 11 2.7 %
Picnic area with shade structure 30 7.3 %
Picnic tables 7 1.7 %
Playgrounds 20 4.8 %
Public art 25 6.1 %
Re-purpose of recreation center 16 3.9 %
Restrooms 42 10.2 %
Sand volleyball court 5 1.2 %
Splash pad 22 5.3 %
Tennis courts 2 0.5 %
Trash/recycling cans 10 2.4 %
None chosen 133 32.2 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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Q18. Which THREE improvements/additions from the list in Question 17 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? (top 3)

Q18. Top choice Number Percent
Bocce ball courts 21 5.1 %
Bike racks 14 3.4 %
Dog park 98 23.7 %
Fitness course/parkour 55 13.3 %
Parking 33 8.0 %
Passive walking trail 136 32.9 %
Paved amphitheatre parking 47 11.4 %
Pickleball courts 47 11.4 %
Picnic area with shade structure 78 18.9 %
Picnic tables 16 3.9 %
Playgrounds 86 20.8 %
Public art 50 12.1 %
Re-purpose of recreation center 34 8.2 %
Restrooms 113 27.4 %
Sand volleyball court 14 3.4 %
Splash pad 70 16.9 %
Tennis courts 14 3.4 %
Trash/recycling cans 23 5.6 %
None chosen 64 15. 5 %
Total 1013

Q19. Breeze Hill Road Park. Please indicate if you or members of your household have a need for the following amenities that could be made to Breeze Hill Road Park (near the courthouse).

Q19. Amenities that could be made to Breeze Hill Road
Park Numbe r Percent
Baseball/softball fields 42 10.2 %
Basketball courts 39 9.4 %
Community garden 86 20.8 %
Dog park 89 21.5 %
Exercise stations 73 17.7 %
Frisbee golf 30 7.3 %
Parking 101 24.5 %
Pickleball courts 53 12.8 %
Picnic shelter 76 18.4 %
Playgrounds 103 24.9 %
Pump track 49 11.9 %
Restrooms 127 30.8 %
Splash pad 81 19.6 %
Walking paths 125 30.3 %
Other 9 2. 2 %
Total 1083

Q19-15. Other
• A place to sketch
Taught after-school art at Breeze Hill: would like to see a still life vignette to encourage sketching or painting there.
• Better fencing and enclosures around the playground as it’s so close to a busy road with speeding cars.

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• Running track
• Safer
• Skateboarding Park
• Soccer goals and fields
• SWIMMING/LAP SWIM POOL
Q20. Which THREE amenities from the list in Question 19 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? Q 20. Top choice Number Percent
B aseball/softball fields 12 2.9 %
Basketball courts 7 1.7 %
Community garden 17 4.1 %
Dog park 42 10.2 %
Exercise stations 14 3.4 %
Frisbee golf 9 2.2 %
Parking 30 7.3 %
Pickleball courts 14 3.4 %
Picnic shelter 3 0.7 %
Playgrounds 28 6.8 %
Pump track 20 4.8 %
Restrooms 24 5.8 %
Splash pad 24 5.8 %
Walking paths 26 6.3 %
None chosen 143 34.6 %
T otal 413 100.0 %
Q20. Which THREE amenities from the list in Question 19 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? Q 20. 2nd choice Number Percent
B aseball/softball fields 11 2.7 %
Basketball courts 5 1.2 %
Community garden 21 5.1 %
Dog park 17 4.1 %
Exercise stations 15 3.6 %
Frisbee golf 3 0.7 %
Parking 22 5.3 %
Pickleball courts 13 3.1 %
Picnic shelter 17 4.1 %
Playgrounds 27 6.5 %
Pump track 12 2.9 %
Restrooms 29 7.0 %
Splash pad 22 5.3 %
Walking paths 29 7.0 %
None chosen 170 41.2 %
T otal 413 100.0 %
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Q20. Which THREE amenities from the list in Question 19 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q20. 3rd choice Number Percent
Baseball/softball fields 2 0.5 %
Basketball courts 4 1.0 %
Community garden 15 3.6 %
Dog park 13 3.1 %
Exercise stations 10 2.4 %
Frisbee golf 7 1.7 %
Parking 23 5.6 %
Pickleball courts 9 2.2 %
Picnic shelter 17 4.1 %
Playgrounds 24 5.8 %
Pump track 6 1.5 %
Restrooms 41 9.9 %
Splash pad 15 3.6 %
Walking paths 35 8.5 %
None chosen 192 46.5 %
Total 413 100.0 %

SUM OF TOP 3 CHOICES
Q20. Which THREE amenities from the list in Question 19 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? (top 3)

Q20. Top choice Number Percent
Baseball/softball fields 25 6.1 %
Basketball courts 16 3.9 %
Community garden 53 12.8 %
Dog park 72 17.4 %
Exercise stations 39 9.4 %
Frisbee golf 19 4.6 %
Parking 75 18.2 %
Pickleball courts 36 8.7 %
Picnic shelter 37 9.0 %
Playgrounds 79 19.1 %
Pump track 38 9.2 %
Restrooms 94 22.8 %
Splash pad 61 14.8 %
Walking paths 90 21.8 %
None chosen 143 34.6 %
Total 877

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Q21. Matagual Drive Park. Please indicate if you or members of your household have a need for the following amenities that could be made to Matagual Drive Park (corner of Matagual and Hacienda drives).

Q 21. Amenities that could be made to Matagual Drive
Park Number P ercent
B asketball courts 31 7.5 %
Community garden 77 18.6 %
Crosswalks to commercial center 66 16.0 %
Dog park 77 18.6 %
Exercise stations 48 11.6 %
Fencing with gates 70 16.9 %
Frisbee golf 25 6.1 %
Parking 70 16.9 %
Pickleball courts 49 11.9 %
Picnic shelter 61 14.8 %
Playground 88 21.3 %
Pump track 40 9.7 %
Restrooms 110 26.6 %
Sand volleyball courts 26 6.3 %
Skate park 42 10.2 %
Walking paths 108 26.2 %
Other 9 2.2 %
T otal 997
Q21-17. Other
• A proper name? If you Google it you can't find it.
• A splash pad at this park (or another park in vista) would be incredible! It’s something we’re definitely missing in Vista parks and have to go to other cities to find. • OPEN FIELDS TO PLAY IN
• Removal of invasive plant species
• Skateboarding Park
• Soccer goal and fields
• Splash pads!
• SWIMMING POOL/LAP SWIM
• Tennis courts!! Too many have been taken away at Brengle-our Sat morning group which used to play on 3 courts every Sat morning for 2 hours now can’t get any courts!! City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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Q22. Which THREE amenities from the list in Question 21 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q22. Top choice Number Percent
Basketball courts 7 1.7 %
Community garden 20 4.8 %
Crosswalks to commercial center 19 4.6 %
Dog park 41 9.9 %
Exercise stations 2 0.5 %
Fencing with gates 13 3.1 %
Frisbee golf 6 1.5 %
Parking 9 2.2 %
Pickleball courts 20 4.8 %
Picnic shelter 4 1.0 %
Playground 29 7.0 %
Pump track 14 3.4 %
Restrooms 11 2.7 %
Sand volleyball courts 4 1.0 %
Skate park 8 1.9 %
Walking paths 25 6.1 %
None chosen 181 43.8 %
Total 413 100.0 %

Q22. Which THREE amenities from the list in Question 21 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q22. 2nd choice Number Percent
Basketball courts 4 1.0 %
Community garden 13 3.1 %
Crosswalks to commercial center 12 2.9 %
Dog park 11 2.7 %
Exercise stations 18 4.4 %
Fencing with gates 15 3.6 %
Frisbee golf 6 1.5 %
Parking 15 3.6 %
Pickleball courts 9 2.2 %
Picnic shelter 7 1.7 %
Playground 28 6.8 %
Pump track 10 2.4 %
Restrooms 26 6.3 %
Sand volleyball courts 6 1.5 %
Skate park 6 1.5 %
Walking paths 23 5.6 %
None chosen 204 49.4 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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Q22. Which THREE amenities from the list in Question 21 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q22. 3rd choice Number Percent
Basketball courts 4 1.0 %
Community garden 14 3.4 %
Crosswalks to commercial center 9 2.2 %
Dog park 12 2.9 %
Exercise stations 10 2.4 %
Fencing with gates 10 2.4 %
Frisbee golf 5 1.2 %
Parking 20 4.8 %
Pickleball courts 8 1.9 %
Picnic shelter 11 2.7 %
Playground 13 3.1 %
Pump track 5 1.2 %
Restrooms 33 8.0 %
Sand volleyball courts 4 1.0 %
Skate park 11 2.7 %
Walking paths 19 4.6 %
None chosen 225 54.5 %
Total 413 100.0 %

SUM OF TOP 3 CHOICES
Q22. Which THREE amenities from the list in Question 21 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? (top 3)

Q22. Top choice Number Percent
Basketball courts 15 3.6 %
Community garden 47 11.4 %
Crosswalks to commercial center 40 9.7 %
Dog park 64 15.5 %
Exercise stations 30 7.3 %
Fencing with gates 38 9.2 %
Frisbee golf 17 4.1 %
Parking 44 10.7 %
Pickleball courts 37 9.0 %
Picnic shelter 22 5.3 %
Playground 70 16.9 %
Pump track 29 7.0 %
Restrooms 70 16.9 %
Sand volleyball courts 14 3.4 %
Skate park 25 6.1 %
Walking paths 67 16.2 %
None chosen 181 43.8 %
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Q23. Paseo Buena Vista Park. Please indicate if you or members of your household have a need for the following amenities that could be made to Paseo Buena Vista Park (at Townsite Drive and E. Vista Way).

Q 23. Amenities that could be made to Paseo Buena
Vista Park Number P ercent
B asketball courts 40 9.7 %
Bocce courts 22 5.3 %
Community garden 83 20.1 %
Community information board 41 9.9 %
Dog park 67 16.2 %
Exercise stations 62 15.0 %
Gazebo 54 13.1 %
Horseshoe pits 34 8.2 %
Little free library 69 16.7 %
Local art 56 13.6 %
Picnic shelter 63 15.3 %
Playground 87 21.1 %
Restrooms 117 28.3 %
Splash pad 66 16.0 %
Walking paths 101 24.5 %
Other 8 1.9 %
T otal 970
Q23-16. Other
• Allow fishing again.
• Keeping the poison oak cleared on the trail!
• LUIFENO INTERPERATIVE EXHIBIT
• OPEN FIELDS TO PLAY IN
• Removal of invasive plant species and planting of native trees and shrubs for better habitat • Security guard
• SKATE PARK/PUMP TRACK
• Splash pad
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4. Which THREE improvements/additions from the list in Question 23 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
Q 24. Top choice Number Percent
B asketball courts 14 3.4 %
Bocce courts 4 1.0 %
Community garden 30 7.3 %
Community information board 3 0.7 %
Dog park 34 8.2 %
Exercise stations 10 2.4 %
Gazebo 3 0.7 %
Horseshoe pits 4 1.0 %
Little free library 8 1.9 %
Local art 8 1.9 %
Picnic shelter 1 0.2 %
Playground 32 7.7 %
Restrooms 18 4.4 %
Splash pad 15 3.6 %
Walking paths 27 6.5 %
None chosen 202 48.9 %
T otal 413 100.0 %
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Q24. Which THREE improvements/additions from the list in Question 23 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q24. 2nd choice Number Percent
Basketball courts 10 2.4 %
Bocce courts 1 0.2 %
Community garden 15 3.6 %
Community information board 4 1.0 %
Dog park 9 2.2 %
Exercise stations 17 4.1 %
Gazebo 10 2.4 %
Horseshoe pits 5 1.2 %
Little free library 13 3.1 %
Local art 12 2.9 %
Picnic shelter 12 2.9 %
Playground 17 4.1 %
Restrooms 30 7.3 %
Splash pad 16 3.9 %
Walking paths 16 3.9 %
None chosen 226 54.7 %
Total 413 100.0 %

Q24. Which THREE improvements/additions from the list in Question 23 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?

Q24. 3rd choice Number Percent
Basketball courts 1 0.2 %
Bocce courts 5 1.2 %
Community garden 14 3.4 %
Community information board 7 1.7 %
Dog park 12 2.9 %
Exercise stations 9 2.2 %
Gazebo 7 1.7 %
Horseshoe pits 8 1.9 %
Little free library 12 2.9 %
Local art 10 2.4 %
Picnic shelter 13 3.1 %
Playground 7 1.7 %
Restrooms 26 6.3 %
Splash pad 15 3.6 %
Walking paths 23 5.6 %
None chosen 244 59.1 %
Total 413 100.0 %

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Q24. Which THREE improv ements/additions from the list in Question 23 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? (top 3)
Q 24. Top choice Number Percent
B asketball courts 25 6.1 %
Bocce courts 10 2.4 %
Community garden 59 14.3 %
Community information board 14 3.4 %
Dog park 55 13.3 %
Exercise stations 36 8.7 %
Gazebo 20 4.8 %
Horseshoe pits 17 4.1 %
Little free library 33 8.0 %
Local art 30 7.3 %
Picnic shelter 26 6.3 %
Playground 56 13.6 %
Restrooms 74 17.9 %
Splash pad 46 11.1 %
Walking paths 66 16.0 %
None chosen 202 48.9 %
T otal 769
Q25. Your gender identity:

Q 25. Your gender Number Percent
M ale 199 48.2 %
Female 203 49.2 %
Non-binary 2 0.5 %
Prefer not to disclose 9 2.2 %
T otal 413 100.0 %

WITHOUT PREFER NOT TO DISCLOSE
Q25. Your gender identity: (without "prefer not to disclose") Q 25. Your gender Number Percent
M ale 199 49.3 %
Female 203 50.2 %
Non-binar y 2 0.5 %
T otal 404 100.0 %
Q26. How many years have you lived in Vista?
Q 26. How many years have you lived in Vista Number Percent 0-5 82 19.9 %
6-10 76 18.4 %
11-15 27 6.5 %
16-20 28 6.8 %
21-30 77 18.6 %
31+ 103 24.9 %
Not provided 20 4.8 %
T otal 413 100.0 %
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WITHOUT NOT PROVIDED
Q26. How many years have you lived in Vista? (without "not provided") Q 26. How many years have you lived in Vista Number Percent 0-5 82 20.9 %
6-10 76 19.3 %
11-15 27 6.9 %
16-20 28 7.1 %
21-30 77 19.6 %
31+ 103 26.2 %
T otal 393 100.0 %
Q27. Which of the following best describes your race/ethnicity? Q 27. Your race/ethnicity Number Percent
A sian or Asian Indian 22 5.3 %
Black or African American 8 1.9 %
American Indian or Alaska Native 4 1.0 %
White or Caucasian 207 50.1 %
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander 2 0.5 %
Hispanic or Latino 205 49.6 %
Other 6 1.5 %
T otal 454
Q27-7. Self-describe your race/ethnicity:

Q 27- 7. Self-describe your race/ethnicity Number Percent E uropean 2 33.3 %
Middle Eastern 2 33.3 %
Multiple races 1 16.7 %
Mixed 1 16.7 %
T otal 6 100.0 %
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Response to Contract
Terms and Conditions
Response to Mandatory
Specifications and
Forms
2021 MoDOT Statewide
Survey Report
6 Survey Instrument
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CITY OF VISTA

C A L I F O R N I A
December 2024
Dear Vista R
esident:

We're reaching out to invite you to participate in shaping the future of Vista's parks and recreation! Your feedback is crucial as we embark on several exciting projects and plan for the future of our community spaces.

We've cr
eated a short survey to gather your input on:
• A new Parks and Recreation Master Plan: This comprehensive plan will guide the future of our parks, recreational programming, and park development for years to come. • Three new parks:
o Breeze Hill Road Park: Located near the courthouse.
o Matagual Drive Park: Situated at the corner of Matagual and Hacienda drives. o Paseo Buena Vista Park: Located near Townsite Drive and E. Vista Way. • Improvements to Brengle Terrace Park: We want to hear your ideas for enhancing this popular park.
• The future of the Wave Waterpark: As the waterpark approaches 30 years of age, we need your input on how to best ensure its continued enjoyment for future generations.

Please complete and return your survey within the next two weeks.

The survey will take 10-15 minutes to complete, and responses will remain confidential. We have selected ETC Institute, an independent consulting company, as our partner to administer this survey. They will compile the data and present the results to the city, which in turn will be shared with the community. Please return your completed survey in the enclosed postage-paid envelope addressed to ETC Institute, 725 W. Frontier Circle, Olathe, KS 66061. If you prefer to complete the survey online, please visit Vistasurvey.org.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at rnruLCb__e_c_ � or 760-643-5261.

Thank you for your time and valuable input!
Mike Pacheco
R
ecreation & Community Services Director
760.726.1340 I vista.gov
200 Civic Center Drive, Vista, California 92084-6275
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2024 City of Vista Parks and Recreation / Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey
H
elp shape the future of Vista's parks, recreation programs, and the Wave Waterpark! The City
of Vista needs your input on a new Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The results of this survey will guide decisions about three new parks, improvements to Brengle Terrace Park, and the future of the Wave Waterpark, as it approaches 30 years of age.

When you are finished, please return your completed survey in the enclosed postage-paid, return-reply envelope.

If you prefer, you can complete the survey online at Vistasurvey.org.

To show our appreciation for your time, at the end of the survey you can choose to be entered into a raffle for a chance to win tickets to a show at the Moonlight Amphitheatre or to the Wave Waterpark. We greatly appreciate your time!

1. I
ncluding yourself, how many people in your household are...

Under age 5: ____
Ages 5-9: ____
Ages 10-14: ____
Ages 15-19: ____
Ages 20-24: ____
Ages 25-34: ____
Ages 35-44: ____
Ages 45-54: ____
Ages 55-64: ____
Ages 65-74: ____
Ages 75+: ____

2. Have you or any member of your household visited the Wave Waterpark? ____(1) Yes [Answer Q2a-c] ____(2) No [Skip to Q3.]
2a. Overall, how would you rate the physical condition of the Wave Waterpark? ____(4) Excellent ____(3) Good ____(2) Fair ____(1) Poor 2b. Please CHECK ALL of the following programs/activities you or members of your households have participated in at the Wave Waterpark.
____(01) Swim lessons
____(02) Splash pad
____(03) Lazy river
____(04) FlowRider
____(05) Waterslides
____(06) Splash camps
____(07) Cabana rentals
____(08) Team practices (water polo / swim team)
____(09) Birthday party
____(10) Group visit
____(11) Private rental
____(12) Other: ____________________________________________ 2c. Which FOUR programs/activities from the list in Question 2b are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? [Write in your answers below using the numbers from the list in Question 2b, or circle "NONE."]
1st: ____ 2nd: ____ 3rd: ____ 4th: ____ NONE

3. Have you or any member of your household visited any City of Vista parks and/or recreation facilities during the past 12 months (excluding the Wave Waterpark)? ____(1) Yes [Answer Q3a.] ____(2) No [Skip to Q4.]
3a. Overall, how would you rate the physical condition of ALL the City of Vista parks and recreation facilities you have visited?
____(4) Excellent ____(3) Good ____(2) Fair ____(1) Poor City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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4. Please CHECK ALL of the following reasons that prevent you or members of your households from visiting City of Vista parks and recreation facilities more often. ____(01) Do not feel safe using parks/facilities
____(02) Lack of amenities we want to use
____(03) Lack of handicap (ADA) accessibility
____(04) Lack of parking to access parks/facilities
____(05) Lack of restrooms
____(06) Lack of shade
____(07) Lack of transportation
____(08) Language/cultural barriers
____(09) Not aware of parks' or facilities' locations
____(10) Parks/facilities are not well maintained
____(11) Too far from our home
____(12) Use parks/facilities in other cities/county
____(13) Other: _____________________________________

5. From the following list, please CHECK ALL the ways you learn about City of Vista parks, recreation facilities, programs, and events.
____(01) Recreation activity brochure
____(02) City website
____(03) Materials at parks or recreation facilities
____(04) Conversations with City staff
____(05) Newspaper
____(06) Word of mouth
____(07) Promotions at special events
____(08) Banners
____(09) Emails
____(10) E-newsletter
____(11) Social media
____(12) Flyers
____(13) Other: _____________________________________

6. From the list in Question 5, which THREE methods of communication would you MOST PREFER the City use to communicate with you about parks, recreation facilities, programs, and events? [Write in your answers below using the numbers from the list in Question 5, or circle "NONE."] 1st: ____ 2nd: ____ 3rd: ____ NONE

7. From the following list, please CHECK ALL of the organizations that you or members of your household have used for recreation and sports activities during the last 12 months. ____(1) City of Vista
____(2) Neighboring cities
____(3) Places of worship (e.g., synagogues, churches)
____(4) Private and non-profit youth sports
____(5) Private clubs (tennis, health, swim, fitness)
____(6) Private schools/charter schools
____(7) Private summer camps
____(8) Public schools
____(9) Other: ___________________________________

8. Has your household participated in any programs or events offered by the City of Vista Recreation and Community Services Department?
____(1) Yes [Answer Q8a.] ____(2) No [Skip to Q9.]
8a. How would you rate the overall quality of the City of Vista Recreation and Community Services Department programs or events in which your household has participated? ____(4) Excellent ____(3) Good ____(2) Fair ____(1) Poor

9. Please CHECK ALL of the following reasons that prevent you or members of your household from participating in City of Vista Recreation and Community Services Department programs more often.
____(01) Classes are full
____(02) Do not feel safe participating
____(03) Fees are too high
____(04) I don't know what is offered
____(05) Lack of quality instructors
____(06) Lack of quality programs
____(07) Lack of right program equipment
____(08) Lack of transportation
____(09) Language/cultural barriers
____(10) Old and outdated facilities
____(11) Online registration is not user friendly
____(12) Customer service issues
____(13) Program not offered
____(14) Program times are not convenient
____(15) Registration is difficult
____(16) Too far from our home
____(17) Too busy/not interested
____(18) Use programs of other agencies
____(19) Other: _____________________________________

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10. Please indicate how well your needs are being met for each of the facilities/amenities listed below on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met," and 1 means your needs are "Not Met" at all. If you do not have a need for an item listed, please circle "9" for "No Need." Type of Facility/Amenity Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met No Need

01. Campgrounds 4 3 2 1 9

02. Community center (multi-use space for events, exercise and activities) 4 3 2 1 9

03. Environmental/nature education center 4 3 2 1 9

04. Indoor basketball/volleyball courts (indoor gyms) 4 3 2 1 9

05. Golf courses 4 3 2 1 9

06. Large community parks 4 3 2 1 9

07. Lighted diamond sports fields (baseball, softball) 4 3 2 1 9

08. Lighted rectangular sports fields (football, rugby, soccer) 4 3 2 1 9

09. Mountain bike trails 4 3 2 1 9

10. Multi-use hiking, biking, walking trails (paved or unpaved) 4 3 2 1 9

11. Off-leash dog park 4 3 2 1 9

12. Open space conservation areas 4 3 2 1 9

13. Outdoor basketball courts 4 3 2 1 9

14. Outdoor exercise/fitness area 4 3 2 1 9

15. Outdoor pickleball courts 4 3 2 1 9

16. Outdoor tennis courts 4 3 2 1 9

17. Performing arts venues 4 3 2 1 9

18. Picnic areas and shelters 4 3 2 1 9

19. Playgrounds 4 3 2 1 9

20. Shade and trees 4 3 2 1 9

21. Skateboard parks 4 3 2 1 9

22. Small neighborhood parks 4 3 2 1 9

23. Splash pads or spray parks 4 3 2 1 9

24. Swimming pools 4 3 2 1 9

25. Walking paths in parks 4 3 2 1 9

26. Other:
______________________________________________________________ 4 3 2 1 9

11. Which FOUR facilities/amenities from the list in Question 10 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? [Write in your answers below using the numbers from the list in Question 10, or circle "NONE."]
1st: ____ 2nd: ____ 3rd: ____ 4th: ____ NONE
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12. Please indicate how well your needs are being met for each of the programs/activities listed below on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met," and 1 means your needs are "Not Met" at all. If you do not have a need for an item listed, please circle "9" for "No Need." Type of Program/Activity Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met No Need

01. Adult fitness and wellness programs 4 3 2 1 9

02. Adult sports leagues 4 3 2 1 9

03. After school programs for youth 4 3 2 1 9

04. Adult performing arts programs (dance/music) 4 3 2 1 9

05. Adult visual arts/crafts programs 4 3 2 1 9

06. Counseling and mental health programs 4 3 2 1 9

07. Cultural enrichment programs 4 3 2 1 9

08. EGaming/ESports 4 3 2 1 9

09. Cheer/gymnastics/tumbling programs 4 3 2 1 9

10. Outdoor environmental/nature camps and programs 4 3 2 1 9

11. Preschool programs/early childhood education 4 3 2 1 9

12. Programs for people with special needs 4 3 2 1 9

13. Recreation/competitive swim team 4 3 2 1 9

14. Senior programs 4 3 2 1 9

15. Special events 4 3 2 1 9

16. STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) classes 4 3 2 1 9

17. Swim lessons 4 3 2 1 9

18. Teen/tween programs 4 3 2 1 9

19. Pickleball/tennis lessons and leagues 4 3 2 1 9

20. Youth fitness and wellness classes 4 3 2 1 9

21. Youth visual/performing arts/crafts programs (dance/music) 4 3 2 1 9

22. Youth sports programs and camps 4 3 2 1 9

23. Youth seasonal programs and camps 4 3 2 1 9

24. Water fitness programs/lap swimming 4 3 2 1 9

25. Other:
______________________________________________________________ 4 3 2 1 9

13. Which FOUR programs/activities from the list in Question 12 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? [Write in your answers below using the numbers from the list in Question 12, or circle "NONE."]
1st: ____ 2nd: ____ 3rd: ____ 4th: ____ NONE

14. If you had $100, how would you allocate the funds among the parks and recreation categories listed below? [Please be sure your total adds up to $100.] $______ Improve/maintain existing parks, pools, and recreation facilities $______ Improve existing indoor recreation facilities
$______ Acquire new park land and open space
$______ Construct new sports fields (softball, soccer, baseball, etc.) $______ Expand program offerings
$______ Other: ____________________________________________________________ $100 TOTAL

15. How important do you feel it is for the City of Vista to provide high quality parks, recreation facilities and programs?
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16. Please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements concerning some potential benefits of the City of Vista's parks, facilities, and recreation programs or events using a scale of 1 to 5, where 5 means "Strongly Agree" and 1 means "Strongly Disagree." The parks and recreation system in Vista... Strongly
Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly
Disagree
Don't
Know

01. Helps to reduce crime in my neighborhood and keep kids out of trouble 5 4 3 2 1 9

02. Improves my (my household's) mental health and reduces stress 5 4 3 2 1 9

03. Improves my (my household's) physical health and fitness 5 4 3 2 1 9

04. Increases my (my household's) property value 5 4 3 2 1 9

05. Is age-friendly and accessible to all age groups 5 4 3 2 1 9

06. Makes Vista a more desirable place to live 5 4 3 2 1 9

07. Positively impacts economic/business development 5 4 3 2 1 9

08. Preserves open space and protects the environment 5 4 3 2 1 9

09. Provides jobs/professional development for youth 5 4 3 2 1 9

10. Provides positive social interactions for me (my household/family) 5 4 3 2 1 9

11. Provides volunteer opportunities for the community 5 4 3 2 1 9

17. Brengle Terrace Park. Please indicate if you or members of your household have a need for the following improvements/additions that could be made to Brengle Terrace Park. [Check ALL that apply.]
____(01) Bocce Ball courts
____(
02) Bike racks
____(03) Dog park
____(04) Fitness course/parkour
____(05) Parking
____(06) Passive walking trail
____(07) Pave Amphitheatre parking
____(08) Pickleball courts
____(09) Picnic area with shade structure
____(10) Picnic tables
____(11) Playgrounds
____(12) Public art
____(13) Re-purpose of the Recreation Center
____(14) Restrooms
____(15) Sand volleyball court
____(16) Splash pad
____(17) Tennis courts
____(18) Trash/recycling cans
____(19) Other: _________________________________________

18. Which THREE improvements/additions from the list in Question 17 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? [Write in your answers below using the numbers from the list in Question 17, or circl e "
NONE."]
1st: ____ 2nd: ____ 3rd: ____ NONE

19. Breeze Hill Road Park. Please indicate if you or members of your household have a need for the following amenities that could be made to Breeze Hill Road Park (near the courthouse) . [Check ALL that apply.]
____(01) Baseball/softball fields
____(
02) Basketball courts
____(03) Community garden
____(04) Dog park
____(05) Exercise stations
____(06) Frisbee golf
____(07) Parking
____(08) Pickleball courts
____(09) Picnic shelter
____(10) Playgrounds
____(11) Pump track
____(12) Restrooms
____(13) Splash pad
____(14) Walking paths
____(15) Other: _________________________________________

20. Which THREE amenities from the list in Question 19 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? [Write in your answers below using the numbers from the list in Question 19, or circle "NONE."] 1st: ____ 2nd: ____ 3rd: ____ NONE
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21. Matagual Drive Park. Please indicate if you or members of your household have a need for the following amenities that could be made to Matagual Drive Park (corner of Matagual and Hacienda drives). [Check ALL that apply.]
____(01) Basketball courts
____(02) Community garden
____(03) Crosswalks to commercial center
____(04) Dog park
____(05) Exercise stations
____(06) Fencing with gates
____(07) Frisbee golf
____(08) Parking
____(09) Pickleball courts
____(10) Picnic shelter
____(11) Playground
____(12) Pump track
____(13) Restrooms
____(14) Sand volleyball courts
____(15) Skate park
____(16) Walking paths
____(17) Other: _________________________________________

22. Which THREE amenities from the list in Question 21 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? [Write in your answers below using the numbers from the list in Question 21, or circle "NONE."] 1st: ____ 2nd: ____ 3rd: ____ NONE

23. Paseo Buena Vista Park. Please indicate if you or members of your household have a need for the following amenities that could be made to Paseo Buena Vista Park (at Townsite Drive and E.

Vista Way. [Check ALL that apply.]
____(01) Basketball courts
____(02) Bocce courts
____(03) Community garden
____(04) Community information board
____(05) Dog park
____(06) Exercise stations
____(07) Gazebo
____(08) Horseshoe pits
____(09) Little free library
____(10) Local art
____(11) Picnic shelter
____(12) Playground
____(13) Restrooms
____(14) Splash pad
____(15) Walking paths
____(16) Other: _________________________________________

24. Which THREE improvements/additions from the list in Question 23 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household? [Write in your answers below using the numbers from the list in Question 23 , or circl e
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NONE."]
1st: ____ 2nd: ____ 3rd: ____ NONE

25. Your gender identity:
____(1) Male
____(2) Female
____(3) Non-binary
____(4) Prefer to self-describe: _____________
____(5) Prefer not to disclose

26. How many years have you lived in Vista? ________ years

27. Which of the following best describes your race/ethnicity? [Check all that apply.] ____(01) Asian or Asian Indian
____(02) Black or African American
____(03) American Indian or Alaska Native
____(04) White or Caucasian
____(05) Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
____(06) Hispanic or Latino
____(99) Other: ____________________________________________ Thank you for completing the survey! For a chance to win tickets to the Moonlight Amphitheatre or the Wave Waterpark, please enter your information below:

Name: ________________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________________________ Email: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Raffle choice [Select one.]: _____(1) Moonlight Amphitheatre Tickets _____(2) Wave Waterpark Tickets City of Vista Parks and Recreation/Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment Survey ETC Institute (2024)
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This concludes the survey. Thank you for your time!
Please return your completed survey in the enclosed return-reply envelope addressed to:

ETC Institute, 725 W. Frontier Circle, Olathe, KS 66061 Your responses will remain completely confidential. The information to the right will ONLY be used to help identify the level of need in your area. Thank you!
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