2.1.1 What We Heard
Random Telephone Resident Survey
Table 2-3: Interest in programs and activities by age group
According to the results of the random telephone resident survey, 79% (or 238 residents) indicated that they do not think there are additional recreation programs and activities needed in Tillsonburg. However, of those who do think that additional recreation programs and activities (21% or 62 respondents) are needed, respondents identified the following sport and non-active related programs of interest:
Active Sport/ Fitness
Non-Sport Recreation Both
0-4 Years 5-12 Years 13-19 Years 20-34 Years 35-54 Years 55-64 Years 65-74 Years 75 Years +
3%
3% 5% 6% 15% 8% 13% 3% 8% 11% 7% 18% 5% 11% 3%
11% 13%
3% 5% 5% 1%
• Group fitness classes (29%) • Outdoor court sports (26%) • Trail activities (24%) • Performing Arts (18%) • Camps (16%) • After School Programs (16%)
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10%
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Online Resident Survey
Respondents to the online survey are self- selected, and may include responses from individuals with a range of interests in parks and recreation in the Town of Tillsonburg. Online survey respondents (384 responses) were first asked to indicate their level of satisfaction with all service areas (parks/ trails, facilities, and programs). A majority of respondents indicated that they feel neutral among all service areas. However, when comparing all three service areas, the availability of programs, activities and events ranked second (30.2% or 116 respondents). Additionally, when asked what their top priorities are for improvements and expansion among all three service areas, respondents indicated the least interest in programs, activities and events (19.53% or 75 respondents).
As highlighted in Table 2-3, survey respondents expressed interest in programs and activities for multiple age groups. For example, among all age groups respondents indicated interest in both active sport and non-sport related recreation activities for youth ages 5-12 years (15%), teens 13-19 years (13%). However, interest in non-sport recreation activities were higher among adults and seniors ages 35+. Finally, when asked what factors prevent respondents from participating in recreation programs/activities, 45% of respondents indicated “there is nothing that prevents us from participating”.
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Town of Tillsonburg | DRAFT Parks and Recreation Master Plan
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