2027 Parks Master Plan Community Survey
2027 Parks Master Plan Community Survey
Share your experiences, priorities, and ideas to help shape the future of Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation. The information collected through this survey will directly inform the 2027 Parks & Recreation Strategic Master Plan and guide future investments in parks, trails, recreation programs, and public spaces that serve neighbors for years to come.
Help Shape the Future of Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation
The City of Grand Rapids is updating its Parks & Recreation Strategic Master Plan - the roadmap that will guide future investments in parks, trails, recreation programs, and public spaces through 2032. This survey will help identify community priorities, understand how people use our parks, and explore new opportunities for recreation and connection.
Whether you visit a neighborhood park every day or only a few times a year, your experiences and ideas will help inform the next chapter of Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation.
Estimated time: 10-15 minutes
Thank you for participating and helping us build a healthier, more connected, and more vibrant Grand Rapids.
Let the survey begin!
How often do you visit Grand Rapids parks, trails, or recreation facilities?
Which parks or recreation amenities do you use most often?
Select up to 5.
How would you rate the following Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation items:
When you think about the future of Grand Rapids parks, which improvements would have the greatest positive impact on your community?
Select up to 3.
Looking ahead, what should Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation be known for?
Rank the following priorities from highest to lowest. To rank, drag each item into your preferred order and select "Save Selection" when you're finished.
What NEW OR EXPANDED recreation opportunities would you most like to see in Grand Rapids parks?
Select up to 5.
If additional funding became available, where should the Parks & Rec Department focus first?
Select up to 3. Think about the investments that would make the biggest difference for you, your household, or your neighborhood.
Which amenities would make you feel the safest in parks?
Select all that apply,
How safe do you feel in Grand Rapids parks?
Slide to select your response. Then, if you'd like, tell us more in the comment box below. Whether it's a personal experience, a specific park, or an idea for the future, your comments help us better understand what will make our parks safer.
What barriers make it difficult for you or your household to use parks and recreation programs?
Select all that apply. Then, if you'd like, tell us more in the comment box below.
What are the MOST important roles parks and recreation should play in Grand Rapids?
Select up to 3.
What is the single most important change you would like to see in Grand Rapids parks over the next 5 years?
Before taking this survey, were you aware of the following?
Select all that apply.
Is there anything else you'd like us to know?
Share your ideas, experiences, or hopes for the future of Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation. Whether it's a favorite park, a challenge you've experienced, a new idea, or something we haven't asked about, we'd love to hear from you.