06-11-2018 Searchable PacketCITY OF CUPERTINO
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL
3:00 PM
10350 Torre Avenue, Council Chamber
Monday, June 11, 2018
Televised Special Meeting (Study Session)
NOTICE AND CALL FOR A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CUPERTINO
CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special meeting of the Cupertino City
Council is hereby called for Monday, June 11, 2018, commencing at 3:00 p.m. for
a Study Session in Community Hall Council Chamber, 10350 Torre Avenue,
Cupertino, California 95014. Said special meeting shall be for the purpose of
conducting business on the subject matters listed below under the heading,
“Special Meeting."
SPECIAL MEETING
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
STUDY SESSION
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June 11, 2018City Council AGENDA
1.Subject: Citywide Parks and Recreation System Master Plan Input
Recommended Action: Accept presentation on the Citywide Parks and Recreation
System Master Plan ("Master Plan") including potential park and recreation
improvements and concepts for renovation of Memorial Park, and provide direction.
Staff Report
A - PRC Staff Report, June 7, 2018 Final
B - Memorial Park Conceptual Design Draft Options May 2018
C - Community-wide Survey Summary, Final Draft, pgs 1-12, May 2017
D - 2017 Vision & Goals Survey Summary, Draft, Aug 2017
E - 2017 Survey, Activity Participation by User Groups
F - Advisory Group 'Voting' Input, May 2017
G - PRC Workshop 'Voting' Input, May 2017
H - PRC Workshop, Public Written Input, May 2018
I - Draft Minutes, Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting, May 17, 2018
J - Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting June 7, 2018 - Commissioner Input Pending
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not listed on the agenda.
ADJOURNMENT
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consideration of that item. If you wish to address the Council on any issue that is on
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limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less.
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CITY OF CUPERTINO
Legislation Details (With Text)
File #: Version:118-4005 Name:
Status:Type:Study Session Agenda Ready
File created:In control:5/17/2018 City Council
On agenda:Final action:6/11/2018
Title:Subject: Citywide Parks and Recreation System Master Plan Input
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:Staff Report
A - PRC Staff Report, June 7, 2018 Final
B - Memorial Park Conceptual Design Draft Options May 2018
C - Community-wide Survey Summary, Final Draft, pgs 1-12, May 2017
D - 2017 Vision & Goals Survey Summary, Draft, Aug 2017
E - 2017 Survey, Activity Participation by User Groups
F - Advisory Group 'Voting' Input, May 2017
G - PRC Workshop 'Voting' Input, May 2017
H - PRC Workshop, Public Written Input, May 2018
I - Draft Minutes, Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting, May 17, 2018
J - Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting June 7, 2018 - Commissioner Input Pending
Action ByDate Action ResultVer.
City Council6/11/2018 1
Subject: Citywide Parks and Recreation System Master Plan Input
Accept presentation on the Citywide Parks and Recreation System Master Plan ("Master Plan")
including potential park and recreation improvements and concepts for renovation of Memorial
Park, and provide direction.
CITY OF CUPERTINO Printed on 6/6/2018Page 1 of 1
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200’100500
Quinlan Community
Center
Tennis Courts Event Lawn
Softball Field
Sports Center-
Fitness & Teen Center
Tennis Courts
Veterans Memorial
Constructed Pond
Gazebo
Playground
Senior Center
Senior Center
Parking Lot
Playground Group Picnic Area
Amphitheater
Event Lawn
Tennis Courts
Memorial Park
Conceptual Design
Draft Options
05.03.2018
EXISTING SITE
Memorial Park is a centrally located community
park providing a variety of facilities. This
popular 22-acre park includes the Quinlan
Community Center, Senior Center, Cupertino
Sports Center, Teen Center, Cupertino Veterans
Memorial, tennis courts, lawn areas that
support events, amphitheater, group picnic and
individual picnic facilities, 2 playgrounds, and
lighted ball field. A series of paths provides
alternative pedestrian circulation through the
site. A large, inactive pond feature surrounds
a gazebo and playground area. There are
lighted parking lots near Quinlan Community
Center, the Senior Center and western edge of
the park, and around the Sports Center.
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Small Parking Expansion
Event Loading Area
(N) Dry Creekbed
and Walking Path
Improved
Landscaped Areas
w/ Tree Cover
Gazebo w/
Landscape Improvements
Renovate
Playground
Group Picnic Area,
Add Shade
Renovate Amphitheater
+ Provide Walkway
along Anton Way
Expand Event Lawn
Improved
Landscaped Areas
w/ Tree Cover
Quinlan Community
Center
Tennis Courts Event Lawn
Softball Field
Sports Center-
Fitness & Teen Center
Tennis Courts
Veterans Memorial
Playground Memorial Park
Conceptual Design
Draft Options
5.03.2018
NATURALIZED
CIVIC GATHERING
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EXPANDED FEATURE
MAP LEGEND
(N)PROPOSED SITE FEATURE
IMPROVED FEATURE
NEW FEATURE
ACTIVE RECREATION
EVENT SPACE
FLEXIBLE EVENT LAWN
PASSIVE RECREATION
BUILT FEATURES
LANDSCAPE+WATER
FEATURES
This option provides minimal improvements
focused on group gathering spaces, increased
shade and landscape improvements, and
repurposes the inactive pond.
PROS: Landscape improvements and increased
tree cover over time, repurposing and
expansion of part of pond as a dry creek bed
and walking path through the park, maintains
focus on green space, small parking expansion
near Quinlan to accommodate provision
of small event loading area, no large new
building construction costs.
CONS: No increase in new recreation
opportunities.
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(N) Multistory Arts/
Performance/
Community/Incubator
Space w/ Parking
(N) Courtyard Space
/Reservable Venue
Renovate Building
+ Re-purpose Teen
Center SpaceExpand Amphitheater
Event Space
Relocate Group
Picnic Area
Relocate + Expand
Playground Area
Expand Festival Area
Indoor/Outdoor Link Between
Quinlan Courtyard + Event Lawn
Renovate for Flexible
Community Use, Provide Shade
Event Staging Area
(N) Event Staging Area
(N) Pedestrian Connection
Improve and Reduce
Water Feature Improve Landscaping,
Remove Berms
Expand Event Lawn
Potential to Expand
Senior Center
Services
Potential to Add
+ Improve Senior
Parking/Dropoff
Quinlan Community
Center
Tennis Courts
Veterans Memorial
This option focuses on providing arts and event
facilities. All options provide increased tree
planting for shade and repurposes the inactive
pond area.
PROS: Event staging area, additional event
venue and revenue potential, consolidated
and expanded event lawn space, expanded
play area could include destination/inclusive/
nature play, secondary event lawn area, new
arts/performance/community/incubator space
with parking structure, potential expansion of
senior services and improvements to parking
in that area, improved indoor/outdoor linkage
between Quinlan and event lawn, landscape
improvements.
CONS: Loss of lighted ball field and group
picnic area; new building/parking structure
has significant cost implications and potential
traffic impacts.
Memorial Park
Conceptual Design
Draft Options
05.03.2018
ARTS AND EVENTS
200’100500
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MAP LEGEND
(N)PROPOSED SITE FEATURE
IMPROVED FEATURE
NEW FEATURE
ACTIVE RECREATION
EVENT SPACE
FLEXIBLE EVENT LAWN
PASSIVE RECREATION
BUILT FEATURES
LANDSCAPE+WATER
FEATURES
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Expand Play Area
Improve Courts:
Tennis+Pickleball
Venue
Walking Loop
Keep Berm
(N) Water Feature
Around Gazebo
(N) Playground
Expand Senior
Center Services
Add + Improve
Senior Parking/
Dropoff
(N) Event Lawn
w/ Staging Areas
Quinlan Community
Center
Event Lawn
Redesign Parking Lot
to Increase Spaces
Improve Indoor/Outdoor
Link Between Quinlan
Courtyard + Event Lawn
Improved Fitness
Center
Veterans Memorial
Gazebo
Group Picnic Area
Renovate + Expand Amphitheater
Event Space
(N) Walkway
(N) Aquatic Facility/Pool
w/ Support Building(s)
Expand Event Space
Pedestrian Path
(N) Multistory Gym w/ Rooftop
Activity + Potential Parking Structure
Softball Field
Memorial Park
Conceptual Design
Draft Options
05.03.2018
ACTIVE &
MULTI-USE
200’100500
This option focuses on providing active
and multi-use facilities. All options provide
increased tree planting for shade and
repurpose the inactive pond.
PROS: Expanded event lawn space, expanded
play area could include destination/inclusive/
nature play, improved pickleball facilities,
swimming center, stronger connection between
Senior Center and recreation opportunities,
recreational gym, expansion of senior services
and improvements to parking in that area,
improved indoor/outdoor linkage between
Quinlan and event lawn, walking loops,
landscape improvements.
CONS: New buildings and pool have
significant cost implications, potential traffic
impacts and need for parking structure.
Stevens Creek Blvd N. Stelling RdChristensen Dr
Mary
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Alves Dr
Anton WayEXPANDED FEATURE
MAP LEGEND
(N)PROPOSED SITE FEATURE
IMPROVED FEATURE
NEW FEATURE
ACTIVE RECREATION
EVENT SPACE
FLEXIBLE EVENT LAWN
PASSIVE RECREATION
BUILT FEATURES
LANDSCAPE+WATER
FEATURES
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CITY OF CUPERTINO
Parks & Recreation System Master PlanParks & Recreation System Master Plan
COMMUNITY-WIDE SURVEY SUMMARY
Final Draft · May 2017
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COMMUNITY-WIDE SURVEY SUMMARY
Introduction............................................................................................... 1
Who Responded?....................................................................................... 1
Level of Satisfaction................................................................................... 2
Frequency of Participation......................................................................... 4
Barriers to Participation............................................................................. 5
Potential Additions to The Parks and Recreation System.......................... 8
Appendix A: Survey Results (RHAA)
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COMMUNITY-WIDE SURVEY SUMMARY
INTRODUCTION
From March 24th to July 19th, 2016, the City of Cupertino implemented a communitywide survey to
collect input on the state of the City’s parks and recreation system and potential improvements and
alterations to the system in the future. This document summarizes the major findings from the results,
including MIG’s analysis.
The survey collected input from a total of 679 respondents and was widely advertised through a variety
of public announcements, events, and the City’s website. The 27-question survey was conducted using
the online survey service Survey Monkey, with paper questionnaires available. Appendix A presents the
original questions and the raw results of the survey, as exported from Survey Monkey.
Many of those who responded expressed interest in further involvement and participation, with about
one-third of respondents providing their email addresses for the contact list for the Master Plan.
WHO RESPONDED?
Nearly 75% of the survey participants indicated they were Cupertino residents, and almost 18% reported
that they work in Cupertino. These results indicate that both the employment and resident populations
provided perspectives towards the survey. The age profile of respondents is depicted in Table 1, also
showing a comparison to the City of Cupertino (2010 Census Estimates).
TABLE 1: AGE OF RESPONDENTS
AGE CATEGORIES SURVEY CENSUS (2010
ESTIMATES)
Under 18 4.4% 29.5%
18-29 2.7% 7.3%
30-39 12.1% 13.5%
40-49 27.4% 19.5%
50-64 24.1% 17.8%
65 and over 23.9% 12.4%
No answer 5.3%
Totals 100% 100%
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As Table 1 shows, the majority of respondents are ages 40 to 64 (51.5%). This is slightly larger than the
percentage of City residents in the same age category (37.3% as per 2010 U.S Census). Few youth under
the age of 18 responded to the survey, while respondents over the age of 60 were over-represented
(24% of the respondents indicated they were 65 years or older compared to 12.4% as per 2010 U.S
Census).
A total of 406 respondents indicated that they were residents of Cupertino. Of these, 336 provided
details regarding the area of Cupertino in which they lived (see below). MIG conducted additional
analysis of the survey results, aggregating data based on where respondents live and analyzing whether
there were differences in responses based on their location east and west of Highway 85. In some cases,
responses differed substantially. This analysis notes where responses from residents east and west of
Highway 85 differed by 8-10% or more.
Many survey respondents indicated where they lived within 8 different areas of Cupertino. For this analysis, results from areas
1,2,5,6 were noted as "West" and areas 3,4,7,8 are noted as "East" using Highway 85 as divider. The remaining respondents
were grouped in the "No answer" category, which includes people who do not live in Cupertino as well as those who did not
answer this question.
LEVEL OF SATISFACTION
The survey results indicate that while there is general satisfaction with parks and recreation services,
there is room for improvement. A series of four questions about different aspects of parks and
recreation services provides insights.
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TABLE 2: LEVEL OF SATISFACTION ABOUT DIFFERENT ASPECTS OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION SYSTEM
IN GENERAL, HOW SATISFIED ARE
YOU WITH THE…
NO
OPINION
VERY
DISSATISFIED
SOMEWHAT
DISSATISFIED
SOMEWHAT
SATISFIED
VERY
SATISFIED
quality of Cupertino's parks
and recreation facilities?
3% 3% 15% 54% 25%
quality of Cupertino's
recreation programs?
24% 2% 13% 40% 22%
maintenance of Cupertino's
parks and recreation
4% 3% 14% 47% 32%
safety of Cupertino's parks
and recreation facilities?
7% 2% 8% 42% 41%
• When asked about satisfaction with parks and recreation facilities, though only 19 respondents
reported being “very dissatisfied” overall, the top answer was “somewhat satisfied” (54%) with
15% choosing “somewhat dissatisfied.” Three follow-up questions delved into different areas of
parks and recreation services, and the responses provide insights:
• When asked about satisfaction with programs, almost a quarter of respondents chose “no
opinion”, indicating a lack of familiarity with Cupertino’s program offerings. While the
percentage of those “very satisfied” is about the same as with overall service satisfaction, the
percentage of “somewhat satisfied” dropped by more than 10%.
• The level of satisfaction with park safety is highest, with more than 40% choosing “very
satisfied” and a similar percentage choosing “somewhat satisfied.”
• Park maintenance also was rated higher than services overall, with more than 30% reporting
that they are “very satisfied” with another 47% selecting “somewhat satisfied.”
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MIG analyzed the data to understand differences in satisfaction between participants living east and
west of Hwy 85. As Figure 1 illustrates, participants living west of Hwy 85 indicated more overall
satisfaction with the parks and recreation facilities. A review of open-ended responses across the survey
reveals many comments that note that East Cupertino needs more high-quality parks and recreation
amenities. In the tables and charts breaking down east, west, and no answer, the final column includes
all respondents that did not indicate where they live in Cupertino. This includes respondents who work
or visit Cupertino.
FIGURE 1. SATISFACTION WITH CUPERTINO’S PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES, BY GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION
East West No Answer
Very Satisfied 21%36%22%
Somewhat Satisfied 54%47%58%
Somewhat Dissatisfied 20%12%13%
Very Dissatisfied 5%3%2%
No Opinion 1%1%5%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
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FREQUENCY OF PARTICIPATION
Two questions asked about frequency of visits to parks and frequency of participation in programs. As
Figure 2 illustrates, the results show that respondents have more familiarity with and use of Cupertino’s
parks, and less familiarity with and use of Cupertino’s programs.
• About a third have never participated in a City program, compared to 2% reporting never
visiting a City park.
• Almost 55% reported visiting parks four times a month or more, whereas for Cupertino’s
programs, only 18% participate at that same rate.
FIGURE 2. PARTICIPATION IN CUPERTINO’S PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES AND RECREATION PROGRAMMING
A total of 445 respondents provided open-ended comments about how they used Cupertino’s parks and
recreation services over the past year. Respondents identified recreation activities they pursue in parks
(dog walks, soccer, exercise, for example); named specific parks or facilities they visit; and wrote about
specific programs and activities. A review of these comments shows the range of recreational pursuits
supported by Cupertino.
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
Parks and Recreation Facilities Recreation Programming
4 or more times a month 2-3 times a month
Once a month Less than once a month
Never
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BARRIERS TO PARTICIPATION
Parks
The survey asked respondents to indicate what challenges, if any, prevented them from using parks in
Cupertino. Raw results and results by geography are shown in Table 3.
When looking at all responses, the top reason for not visiting parks is “too busy.” In communities with
Cupertino’s demographic profile, this is typically the top reason. Cupertino’s results, particularly when
cross-tabulated by place of residence, reveals different patterns.
• Respondents from the east side of the city were more likely to indicate that quality of park
amenities and features and the location of parks kept them from using City parks (23% each), as
well as “better parks offered outside Cupertino.”
• West side Cupertino respondents reported lack of parking as the top reason, followed closely by
“better parks offered outside Cupertino”, “too busy” and park quality.
• The results for this question are consistent with the results on satisfaction with park
maintenance and safety, with lack of safety/lighting and lack of maintenance the least
frequently cited barriers to use
• Especially notable is the high percentage of respondents listing “other” and “none of the above”
as barriers to using parks, significantly higher for Cupertino residents than for visitors or
employees. Those who selected “other” had an opportunity to write in a specific comment. A
total of 141 people wrote in comments, some of which were very detailed. Some comments
reiterated reasons already listed in the survey answers (lack of parking, lack of bike/ped
accessibility, park location). Multiple comments addressed the lack of restrooms, the inability to
get a reservation for a facility, the lack of walking/hiking paths in parks, and both the presence
of dogs in parks and the lack of dog parks.
FIGURE 3. WRITE-IN COMMENTS FOR BARRIERS TO USING PARKS
Note: The word cloud (above) is a pictorial representation of the themes that emerge from all the open-ended responses
received. Larger type fonts are words that many respondents used and smaller type fonts represent words that fewer
respondents used in their open-ended responses.
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Table 3 shows responses by location (east, west, and no answer) as well as all respondents that did not
indicate where they live. This includes respondents who work or visit Cupertino.
TABLE 3: BARRIERS TO USING CUPERTINO’S PARKS
WHAT, IF ANYTHING, PREVENTS YOU FROM USING THE CITY’S PARKS? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
VALUES EAST WEST NO ANSWER ALL RESPONSES
Better parks offered outside Cupertino 20% 17% 17% 18%
I am too busy/don't have time 15% 17% 19% 17%
Quality of park amenities & features 23% 16% 15% 17%
Lack of parking 17% 19% 16% 17%
Location of parks 23% 10% 10% 14%
Parks are too crowded or over-
programmed
14% 11% 10% 11%
Lack of bicycle/pedestrian accessibility 13% 10% 5% 9%
Lack of park maintenance 7% 6% 8% 7%
Lack of safety or lighting 9% 4% 7% 7%
Other (please specify) 27% 26% 20% 24%
None of the above 19% 30% 32% 27%
Number of respondents in each
category (Note that multiple answers
were allowed)
188 148 262 598
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Facilities and Programs
The survey then asked respondents what challenges prevented them from using recreation facilities or
attending programs. A total of 590 people responded to this question. Similar to the question on
barriers to park use, the responses show “too busy” as a top barrier and indicate that lack of
maintenance is not a barrier to using facilities and programs.
• The most frequently selected answer was “none of the above” (29%). This answer did not allow
comments, so it is not possible to further evaluate perceptions about barriers to programs.
• Schedule and availability received 25% of responses overall, indicating a need for different
programming approaches and models. More than 1/3 of east side residents chose this answer,
and 28% of west side residents did. A review of write-in comments to the “other” response also
reveals comments about schedule.
• “Other” received 20% of responses, and 118 people wrote in comments.
• While many of the comments addressed topics that were covered by the answer choices, the
topic of program cost as a barrier was mentioned in several comments.
• Though program quality received only 11% of responses overall, it was a barrier for significantly
more east side residents (19%) compared to west side residents (8%).
• Notably, a preference for private clubs and providers did not rank highly as a reason for not
using Cupertino programs and facilities. This indicates that the Cupertino market is open to City-
provided programs and facilities.
In the tables and charts breaking down east, west, and no answer, the final column includes all
respondents that did not indicate where they live in Cupertino. This includes respondents who work in
or visit Cupertino.
TABLE 4: BARRIERS TO USING CUPERTINO’S RECREATION FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS
WHAT, IF ANYTHING, PREVENTS YOU FROM USING THE CITY’S RECREATION FACILITIES AND
PROGRAMS? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
VALUES EAST WEST NO
ALL RESPONSES
Schedule & availability of programs 35% 28% 16% 25%
I am too busy/don't have time 20% 25% 23% 23%
Quality of programs 19% 8% 11% 13%
Location of facilities 14% 9% 9% 11%
Lack of parking 10% 7% 7% 8%
Prefer using private gyms/clubs/facilities 10% 9% 5% 8%
Lack of maintenance of facilities 5% 4% 6% 5%
Lack of bicycle/pedestrian accessibility 9% 4% 3% 5%
Other (please specify) 23% 20% 18% 20%
None of the above 22% 31% 34% 29%
Number of respondents in each category
(Note that multiple answers were allowed)
188 148 254 590
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POTENTIAL ADDITIONS TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION SYSTEM
A series of questions asked about preferences for potential additions. These questions provided four
answer choices, and evaluating both the level of support for and opposition to answer choices provides
insights about possible future directions.
Additional Amenities
The survey asked respondents to indicate their interest in adding amenities to parks in Cupertino, shown
in Figure 4.
• Providing access to natural open spaces and adding and enhancing park trails and pathways
garnered widespread support and little opposition. This was highlighted in the open-ended
responses throughout the survey, with many participants noted they would like to see more
natural pathways and off-street trails, including bike paths linking parks and an extension of the
existing Stevens Creek Trail.
• Additional cricket fields garnered the most opposition (26%), with limited support.
• In contrast, opinion about additional dog areas appears divided, with 19% opposed and 17%
strongly in favor. This was consistent with the pattern seen in the write-in comments.
• Of note, participants living east of Hwy 85 were much more likely to be strongly in favor of
athletic fields and sports courts and more strongly opposed to certain recreation amenities.
• Respondents, regardless of location, highlighted the need for more basketball courts, tennis
courts and bocce courts throughout Cupertino. Many survey participants wrote in that they
would like to see a half or full-sized basketball court in Wilson Park, located in the South Blaney
neighborhood.
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FIGURE 4. INTEREST IN RECREATION AMENITY ENHANCEMENTS OR ADDITIONS
Athletic fields
Cricket fields
Picnic/BBQ
spaces
Dog areas
Playground/tot
lots
Community
gardens
Fitness/exercise
spaces and equipment
Park trails and
pathways
Access to
natural open
space
Sport courts (i.e. tennis, volleyball,
basketball etc.)
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Additional Recreation Programs
The survey asked respondents to indicate their interest in adding different types of recreation programs,
and 559 provided responses as shown in Figure 5.
• Overall, there was support for each option and limited opposition. This aligns with earlier results
indicating a desire for more programming options.
• Additional nature and environmental programs received the most support and least opposition,
also following patterns seen throughout the survey.
• The results show a high level of support for more special events.
FIGURE 5. INTEREST IN RECREATION PROGRAM ADDITIONS OR ENHANCEMENTS
While this question did not provide an opportunity to write in comments, a review of other open-ended
responses highlighted several potential programming additions, including the need for more
programming for youth with special needs or disabilities and the need for programming geared towards
teens.
Performing, visual,
cultural arts
Classes for
lifelong learning
Before and after
school programs
Nature and
environmental
programs
Aquatic
programs
Adult
sports/fitness
Youth
sports/fitness
Special events (i.e. Earth Day,
4th of July, festivals, etc.)
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Additional Recreation Facilities
The survey asked respondents to indicate their interest in adding different major recreation facilities. A
total of 554 people responded to this question.
• Most notable was the “neutral” responses. For all facility options, the neutral option received
the most responses. This pattern was not seen on the two previous questions.
• Of all the facility options, a year-round aquatic center appears to have the most support with
fewer neutral responses than other answer choices. It should be noted that the answer choice
does not make it clear whether this would be an outdoor facility or an indoor facility. Though
the local norm is outdoor pool facilities, some write-in comments in other sections of the survey
brought up the idea of an indoor pool.
• Another community center has the least support and most opposition of all the answer choices.
• The results of this question seem to indicate that there is more interest in the community in
enhancements to existing parks and expansion of program than in adding major facilities. It also
indicates that more evaluation of needs and the recreation market to develop a market-based
space program would be advisable if Cupertino explores adding more recreation buildings or
major facilities, or even considers major renovation to existing spaces.
FIGURE 6. INTEREST IN ADDING RECREATION FACILITIES
Multi-use
gymnasium
Year-round
aquatic center
Another
community
center
More reservable event/
meeting/ conference spaces
Makerspace (technology and
innovation center)
Fine arts studio
and gallery
Gymnastics
center
Performance center for
theater, dance, music
New location for
teen/youth center
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APPENDIX A: VISION AND GOALS QUESTIONNAIRE
SUMMARY
This document summarizes the data from the online survey that the City of Cupertino administered as a
part of the several outreach activities for its parks and recreation system master plan update. The online
survey was focused on eliciting community feedback that would help define the Master Plan vision and
goals. The survey was open for community input from July 10th to August 9th, 2017.
A total of 1,206 respondents participated in the survey but may not have answered every question. Full
results are presented as data tables and figures below. For all questions, the percentages are calculated
based on the total number of respondents who viewed the question—whether or not an answer was
selected. For a few questions, respondents could write-in additional comments if their responses were
different from the default answer choices. A summary of the write-in responses can be found in
Appendix B. Appendix C presents the questionnaire.
OUTREACH EFFORTS
The City staff used various social media platforms, printed publications, flyers, mailing lists and email
notifications to publicize the survey link and prompt as many respondents as possible. Following is a
summary of the outreach efforts undertaken for this survey:
July through final week:
o Cover article in The Scene (July/August 2017 issue) mailed to more than 20,000
households in Cupertino. Copies of the publication were provided at the City Hall,
Library, Quinlan and Senior Center.
o Hard copies of the survey and postcards were made available at Quinlan and Senior
Center.
o Email notifications sent to the Senior Center notification list (over 1600 members) and
people on the project notification list (over 230).
o Survey link posted to the websites such as Next Door, Twitter, Facebook, City’s website
home page and on McClellan Ranch Preserve Facebook page.
o Flyers and postcards distributed at the Library, City Hall, BBF Golf Course, Sports Center,
Senior Center and at the Summer Concert at Memorial Park (Killer Queens).
o Lawn signs posted at all City parks, trails and recreation facilities.
o Email blast to around 14,300 Recreation program participants.
o Email notifications sent to City staff, Commissioners, and Council members (over 250)
and over 100 Sports Center members. Notification regarding the survey included in the
quarterly online newsletter issued to approx. 380 block leaders.
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o Requested email notification distribution to Chamber of Commerce members and
Rotarians.
o Email notification sent to summer staff and part time staff, and block leaders.
o Email notification and flyers distributed to 840 Citizen Corps and community members
involved in safety and emergency response.
o Hard copies provided at Teen Center and teens encouraged to participate.
o Announced at Parks and Recreation Commission meeting.
o Questionnaires and flyer provided at the Teen section of two local libraries.
o Questionnaires distributed at summer camp families with youth.
o Distributed surveys to teens and counselors at Leader-in-Training dinner.
o Questionnaires, flyers and promotion provided at National Night Out event.
o
Final Week of Survey:
o Facebook promotion in the local region continued with final week reminder.
o Email notification reminder to Rec program participants (over 14,750 subscribers).
o Email notification reminder City staff, Commissioners, Council members, Sports Center
members, block leaders, etc.
o Last Week of Survey reminder posted to NextDoor, Twitter, City and McClellan Ranch
Facebook pages
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SURVEY RESULTS
TABLE 1: WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING WORDS BEST DESCRIBE THE IDEAL FUTURE FOR CUPERTINO’S PARKS AND RECREATION
SYSTEM? (CHOOSE YOUR TOP 4)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Safe 601 47.3%
Friendly/welcoming 512 40.3%
Bikeable/walkable 478 37.6%
Natural 453 35.6%
High quality 334 26.3%
Healthy 310 24.4%
Inclusive/diverse 298 23.4%
Quiet/peaceful 296 23.3%
Multi-generational 289 22.7%
Playful 241 19.0%
Accessible/equitable 168 13.2%
Educational 149 11.7%
Innovative 139 10.9%
Unique/extraordinary 121 9.5%
Interconnected 104 8.2%
Exciting 72 5.7%
Collaborative 37 2.9%
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TABLE 2: HOW SHOULD NATURE BE INCORPORATED IN CUPERTINO PARKS AND RECREATION? (SELECT UP TO 2)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Improve or restore creeks, meadows, natural
areas and wildlife habitat in existing parks
552 49.3%
Plant trees and native plants across the
community to create green space
432 38.6%
Acquire more natural areas to protect wildlife
and provide quiet areas for people to connect
with nature
413 36.9%
Provide places to interact with and explore
plants, animals and their natural environment
251 22.4%
Support environmental education and nature
interpretation
168 15.0%
Add bird-friendly or pollinator-friendly
plantings and features in parks and city
properties
155 13.9%
None of the above / this is not important to me 30 2.7%
Other (please describe): 33 3.0%
TABLE 3: HOW SHOULD CUPERTINO SUPPORT A VARIETY OF RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES? (SELECT UP TO 2)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Provide different types of recreation facilities,
programs and activities for all ages, abilities,
cultures and interests
584 52.2%
Include varied types of active recreation (e.g.,
sports, fitness, biking) and passive recreation
(e.g., relaxing, picnicking, playing board games)
513 45.8%
Increase both indoor and outdoor recreation
facilities and programs 308 27.5%
Provide more traditional recreation options, such
as sports fields and courts, picnic areas, and
playground equipment
233 20.8%
Introduce new, exciting, trendy or innovative
opportunities 155 13.9%
Support drop-in, unprogrammed activities 130 11.6%
None of the above/this is not important to me 33 3.0%
Other (please describe): 37 3.3%
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TABLE 4: HOW SHOULD PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES REFLECT CUPERTINO’S UNIQUE CHARACTER AND IDENTITY?
(SELECT UP TO 2)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Integrate local history, art, culture and natural
resources in parks and facilities 503 45.0%
Involve nearby neighbors in the planning, design
and development of parks, recreation facilities
and trails
247 22.1%
Protect historic buildings and landscapes 407 36.4%
Create more options for education and lifelong
learning through parks and programs 279 24.9%
Design parks with different color palettes,
elements and themes so that each has a unique
character
346 30.9%
None of the above/this is not important to me 66 5.9%
Other (please describe): 35 3.1%
TABLE 5: HOW SHOULD CUPERTINO’S CULTURAL DIVERSITY INFLUENCE PARKS AND RECREATION SERVICES?
(SELECT UP TO 2)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Identify and provide recreation facilities that
support diverse cultural interests, such as tai chi
space and cricket pitches
575 54.9%
Provide more multicultural festivals, events and
programs 450 43.0%
Hire more staff who speak different languages
and understand different cultures 126 12.0%
Provide programs, information, signage and
materials in different languages 109 10.4%
None of the above/this is not important to me 213 20.3%
Other (please describe): 65 6.2%
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TABLE 6: HOW SHOULD RECREATION ACCESS BE ENHANCED IN CUPERTINO? (SELECT UP TO 2)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Ensure that parks and recreation facilities are
easy to reach by foot and bicycle 403 38.5%
Ensure that parks and facilities are accessible for
people of varied physical ability according to the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
289 27.6%
Provide recreation facilities that are usable year-
round and in all seasons 287 27.4%
Invest in more park land distributed across the
city 261 24.9%
Focus on low cost or free activities and events in
neighborhood parks 242 23.1%
Strive to provide more parks and/or recreation
opportunities in east Cupertino 143 13.7%
Consider motorized transportation options to
parks and recreation facilities such as shuttles,
drop-off areas, improved parking, etc.
129 12.3%
Provide support to seniors to get to parks and
facilities 104 9.9%
None of the above/this is not important to me 19 1.8%
Other (please describe): 18 1.7%
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TABLE 7: HOW SHOULD CUPERTINO IMPROVE TRAILS AND CONNECTIVITY? (SELECT UP TO 2)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Provide more on and off-street trails and
bikeways to support walking and biking and to
reduce traffic congestion
476 45.5%
Connect the Stevens Creek Trail to County parks
and open space areas 428 40.9%
Provide loop trails and internal paths in parks 321 30.7%
Provide more trails in creek corridors, rail
corridors and off-street locations 298 28.5%
Vary trail length, types and challenge levels to
expand trail-related recreation options 253 24.2%
None of the above/this is not important to me 56 5.4%
Other (please describe): 27 2.6%
TABLE 8: HOW SHOULD EXTRAORDINARY PLAY OPPORTUNITIES BE PROVIDED? (SELECT UP TO 2)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Encourage play for all age groups, including
children, teens, adults and seniors
500 49.7%
Provide universally accessible play areas for
people all abilities
289 28.7%
Stimulate the imagination by providing nature
play, sand and water play, or interactive and
adventure playgrounds with movable and loose
parts
257 25.6%
Provide unique destination play areas in
community parks
196 19.5%
Provide more water play features (splash
pads/splash play areas) for play on hot days
193 19.2%
Provide temporary “pop-up play” programs and
amenities in different locations around the city
107 10.6%
None of the above/this is not important to me 115 11.4%
Other (please describe): 28 2.8%
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TABLE 9: HOW COULD CUPERTINO SUPPORT THE ARTS IN PARKS AND RECREATION? (SELECT UP TO 2)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Increase visual, performing and fine art
programs, events and festivals 466 46.3%
Develop a cultural, fine and performing arts
center with elements such as an indoor theater,
kiln room, classrooms and program space for
music, dance, and arts programs
448 44.5%
Integrate public art and sculptures to create
memorable places 310 30.8%
Provide and enhance interpretive elements and
monuments to tell a story about Cupertino and
the surrounding region
184 18.3%
None of the above/this is not important to me 121 12.0%
Other (please describe): 30 3.0%
TABLE 10: WHAT COULD YOUTH OR TEEN EMPOWERMENT LOOK LIKE IN CUPERTINO PARKS AND RECREATION?
(SELECT UP TO 2)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Connect youth and teens to volunteer
opportunities and internships 401 39.9%
Consider a new café-style activity center for teens
which could include maker/incubator spaces and
other programming themes
274 27.2%
Add more challenging and adventurous recreation
facilities, such as zip lines, climbing spires and
bike skills parks
249 24.8%
Involve youth and teens in designing park spaces
and planning events and programs 219 21.8%
Support teen opportunities for skill building,
college application assistance, employment
training, trips and excursions
207 20.6%
Provide more nighttime teen activities and social
events 167 16.6%
Improve and/ or relocate the Teen Center 84 8.4%
None of the above/this is not important to me 93 9.2%
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TABLE 11: HOW COULD CUPERTINO BETTER SUPPORT SPECIAL EVENTS AND GROUP GATHERINGS?
(SELECT UP TO 2)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Provide small events in neighborhood parks, such
as movies in the park, concerts and recreation
activities that would appeal to nearby neighbors
502 51.6%
Support outdoor health, wellness and fitness
activities, such as races, walkathons, park boot
camps, etc.
293 30.1%
Increase community-wide events, fairs and
festivals at Memorial Park and other community
spaces
291 29.9%
Provide reservable large group picnic shelters
and/or pavilions in parks 274 28.2%
Support temporary unique events, such as "pop-
up" parklets or temporary street closures for
special programs
160 16.4%
None of the above/this is not important to me 69 7.1%
Other (please describe): 22 2.3%
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TABLE 12: WHAT COULD HELP CUPERTINO PARKS AND RECREATION OFFER WELCOMING PLACES AND SERVICES?
(SELECT UP TO 2)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Make parks more comfortable by providing or
enhancing support amenities such as benches,
shade structures, water fountains and bike racks
569 58.5%
Provide restrooms in neighborhood parks 358 36.8%
Provide small social spaces, seating areas and
activity hubs in parks 202 20.8%
Improve technology in parks and facilities (for
example, provide WiFi in parks) 138 14.2%
Provide more places to take my dog that are off -
leash 134 13.8%
Improve entryways to parks and recreation
facilities to make them more attractive,
accessible, and welcoming
98 10.1%
Simplify the ability to report unsatisfactory park
conditions or concerns using the web or a
smartphone app
94 9.7%
Improve customer service to make it easier to
register, reserve and use parks, facilities and
programs
64 6.6%
None of the above/this is not important to me 31 3.2%
Other (please describe): 28 2.9%
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TABLE 13: HOW COULD PARTNERSHIPS BE SUPPORTED IN CUPERTINO PARKS AND RECREATION?
(SELECT UP TO 2)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Work with schools, the Library and other
community organizations to offer more and
different programs and event
494 50.8%
Expand volunteer opportunities for all ages 390 40.1%
Identify and explore new opportunities to share
existing public or private facilities 303 31.1%
Identify partners to help build and operate new
public facilities 285 29.3%
None of the above/this is not important to me 91 9.4%
Other (please describe): 14 1.4%
FIGURE 1: FOR EACH OF THE GOAL AREAS BELOW, PLEASE TELL US HOW IMPORTANT IT IS TO INCLUDE THESE IDEAS IN
GOALS FOR CUPERTINO’S PARK AND RECREATION SYSTEM.
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RECREATION INTERESTS AND PARTICIPATION
TABLE 14: DO YOU OR MEMBERS OF YOUR HOUSEHOLD PARTICIPATE IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING RECREATION AND LEISURE
ACTIVITIES? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Nature Walks/Hikes 598 63.7%
Walking for Pleasure or Fitness 597 63.6%
Cultural Events/Performing Arts/Concerts 457 48.7%
Bicycling (recreation) 431 45.9%
Fairs and Festivals (attend) 426 45.4%
Exercising/Aerobics/Weightlifting 408 43.5%
Gardening 344 36.6%
Swimming 341 36.3%
Arts and Crafts 335 35.7%
Picnicking 327 34.8%
Playground (visit/play) 296 31.5%
Volunteer Activities 296 31.5%
Library Programs 286 30.5%
Jogging/Running 272 29.0%
Tours and Travel 254 27.1%
Dog Walking/Dog Parks 252 26.8%
Wildlife Watching (including bird watching) 251 26.7%
Senior Center Activities 248 26.4%
Yoga 231 24.6%
Musical Instrument (play) 225 24.0%
Instructional/Educational Classes 211 22.5%
Summer Camps 198 21.1%
Technology/Programming 197 21.0%
Basketball 181 19.3%
Bicycling (commute/transportation) 180 19.2%
Environmental Education/Nature Study 177 18.9%
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ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Sports Events (attend) 158 16.8%
Dancing 158 16.8%
Tennis 155 16.5%
Soccer 154 16.4%
Golf/Driving Range 141 15.0%
Badminton 121 12.9%
Table Tennis/ Ping Pong 111 11.8%
Cultural Events/Performing Arts/Concerts 102 10.9%
Baseball 87 9.3%
Tai Chi 85 9.1%
Martial Arts 76 8.1%
Volleyball 75 8.0%
Preschool 73 7.8%
Teen Center Activities (at library or city) 72 7.7%
Skateboarding 52 5.5%
Other 51 5.4%
Softball 50 5.3%
Football 47 5.0%
Roller Hockey/Roller Skating 37 3.9%
Disc Golf 34 3.6%
Racquetball/Squash/Handball 30 3.2%
Cricket 29 3.1%
Pickleball 27 2.9%
Footgolf 24 2.6%
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FIGURE 2: ARE THERE ANY OTHER GOALS OR IMPORTANT IDEAS SHOULD THE MASTER PLAN CONSIDER?
A total of 318 people responded to the open-ended question noted above. Comments received are
presented in Appendix B in their entirety. Specifically, the need for more or improved access to parks,
open and natural space and trails was emphasized by many respondents. Several respondents also
suggested different ideas for play areas (e.g., water play, unique and iconic play areas, classic play
structures, accessible play areas) and trails (e.g., jogging paths, loop trails, bike trails, guided hikes, eco-
trails, interpretive trails). Many respondents requested more community events and activities that
would bring the community together.
The word cloud (below) is a pictorial representation of the words that were repeated most frequently in
the written comments.
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TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF
TABLE 15: PLEASE INDICATE YOUR GENDER?
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Male 334 35.7%
Female 531 56.7%
Transgender 0 0.0%
Prefer not to answer 38 4.1%
TABLE 16: WHAT IS YOUR AGE? (CHOOSE ONE)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Under 14 30 3.2%
14 – 17 63 6.7%
18 – 29 46 4.9%
30 – 39 77 8.2%
40 – 49 159 17.0%
50 – 64 255 27.2%
65 – 74 155 16.6%
75 + 83 8.9%
Totals 936 100%
TABLE 17: OF THE PEOPLE WHO CURRENTLY RESIDE IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD, INCLUDING YOURSELF, HOW MANY ARE:
ANSWER COUNT
Under the age of 18 425
Over the age of 50 649
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FIGURE 3: WHERE DO YOU LIVE?
Inset map (right) shows respondents from cities
such as Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Saratoga, San Jose
have participated in the survey. These respondents
may work or attend school in Cupertino.
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TABLE 18: DO YOU LIVE, WORK OR ATTEND SCHOOL IN CUPERTINO? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)?
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
Yes, I live here 701 75.9%
Yes, I work here 214 23.2%
Yes, I attend school here 187 20.2%
I do not live, work or attend school in Cupertino 73 7.9%
TABLE 19: WHAT ETHNIC GROUP DO YOU CONSIDER YOURSELF A PART OF OR FEEL CLOSEST TO? (CHOOSE ONE)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
African American or Black 4 0.4%
Asian - Cambodian 0 0.0%
Asian - Chinese 139 15.2%
Asian - Filipino 7 0.8%
Asian - Indian 110 12.0%
Asian - Japanese 22 2.4%
Asian - Korean 9 1.0%
Asian - Laotian 0 0.0%
Asian - Thai 0 0.0%
Asian - Vietnamese 7 0.8%
Asian - Other 14 1.5%
Caucasian or White 410 44.7%
Latino or Hispanic 20 2.2%
Pacific Islander 0 0.0%
Two or more races 46 5.0%
Other (please describe): 32 3.5%
No answer 97 10.6%
Totals 917 100%
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TABLE 20: WHAT PRIMARY LANGUAGES ARE USED IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
ANSWER COUNT PERCENTAGE
English 820 89.4%
Cantonese 38 4.1%
Chinese 57 6.2%
French 14 1.5%
German 7 0.8%
Hindi 38 4.1%
Japanese 19 2.1%
Korean 10 1.1%
Mandarin 41 4.5%
Spanish 24 2.6%
Tagalog 2 0.2%
Thai 2 0.2%
Vietnamese 7 0.8%
Prefer not to answer 22 2.4%
Other (please describe): 138 15.1%
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Cupertino Parks & Rec System Master Plan, Citywide Survey 2017, Activity Participation Results
Responses to the question:
"Do you or members of your household participate in any
of the following recreation & leisure activities? "
All Residents
only
Families
with kids < 30 yrs < 18 yrs 65+ yrs Asian-
Chinese
Asian-
Indian
Cau-
casian
Number of respondents 939 701 425 139 93 238 139 110 421
OVERALL %%%%%%%%%
1 Walking for Pleasure or Fitness 63.6%67.5%56.9%40.3%31.2%68.9%56.1%51.8%72.0%
2 Nature Walks/Hikes 63.7%67.0%59.1%40.3%31.2%63.0%63.3%60.0%70.5%
3 Cultural Events/Perf. Arts/Concerts (attend) 48.7%51.8%44.0%30.9%21.5%52.9%46.8%42.7%54.2%
4 Bicycling (recreation) 45.9%46.9%54.6%40.3%41.9%30.7%41.7%48.2%46.6%
5 Fairs and Festivals (attend) 45.4%46.9%44.0%27.3%20.4%45.8%46.0%38.2%48.2%
6 Exercising/Aerobics/Weightlifting 43.5%46.6%38.1%32.4%23.7%50.4%44.6%39.1%48.9%
7 Gardening 36.6%38.8%32.9%23.0%16.1%37.4%31.7%31.8%41.6%
8 Swimming 36.3%38.4%50.8%46.0%43.0%20.2%48.9%41.8%32.1%
9 Arts and Crafts 35.7%37.9%42.1%35.3%35.5%26.9%41.7%39.1%30.2%
10 Picnicking 34.8%37.1%35.5%15.8%9.7%29.0%36.0%24.5%35.6%
11 Playground (visit/play) 31.5%34.1%47.5%25.9%25.8%17.6%46.8%31.8%25.2%
12 Volunteer Activities 31.5%34.1%31.5%28.1%26.9%30.7%32.4%36.4%30.2%
13 Library Programs 30.5%33.0%36.2%21.6%19.4%26.9%40.3%34.5%26.8%
14 Jogging/Running 29.0%30.0%39.1%44.6%39.8%11.8%34.5%44.5%21.6%
15 Tours and Travel 27.1%28.7%20.0%10.1%8.6%37.8%27.3%11.8%30.6%
16 Dog Walking/Dog Parks 26.8%27.2%24.7%19.4%16.1%20.2%20.1%20.9%32.5%
17 Wildlife Watching (including bird watching) 26.7%28.7%23.1%14.4%10.8%28.2%22.3%15.5%35.2%
18 Senior Center Activities 26.4%28.5%9.9%2.9%3.2%57.6%25.2%9.1%34.7%
19 Yoga 24.6%25.7%25.4%19.4%11.8%15.5%30.9%36.4%21.6%
20 Musical Instrument (play) 24.0%23.3%33.9%34.5%41.9%13.9%27.3%30.9%19.2%
LEGEND: Responses > 50%
40-49%
30-39%
25-29%
20-24%
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ONE OR MORE GROUPS > 20%All Residents
only
Families
with kids < 30 yrs < 18 yrs 65+ yrs Asian-
Chinese
Asian-
Indian
Cau-
casian
Instructional/Educational Classes 22.5%24.5%24.5%14.4%11.8%21.8%28.8%22.7%20.9%
Technology/Programming 21.0%23.1%29.2%26.6%25.8%9.7%21.6%39.1%17.3%
Summer Camps 21.1%22.5%39.3%26.6%28.0%4.6%31.7%30.0%12.4%
Basketball 19.3%19.1%33.4%39.6%45.2%1.7%26.6%40.9%8.8%
Bicycling (commute/transportation) 19.2%19.4%22.6%30.2%29.0%9.7%15.8%22.7%20.2%
Environ. Ed./Nature Study or Appreciation/4-H 18.8%21.1%20.7%12.9%12.9%17.2%12.9%16.4%22.1%
Dancing 16.8%18.3%20.2%18.0%15.1%13.4%20.1%24.5%13.1%
Sports Events (attend) 16.8%15.8%19.8%18.7%17.2%11.8%15.1%9.1%18.8%
Tennis 16.5%17.3%23.1%18.0%18.3%6.7%23.7%20.0%13.3%
Soccer 16.4%17.0%25.2%25.2%26.9%5.9%13.7%26.4%14.7%
Badminton 12.9%13.8%21.2%23.0%25.8%2.9%20.1%37.3%4.3%
Table Tennis/ Ping Pong 11.8%11.6%19.1%16.5%21.5%4.2%18.7%20.0%7.8%
Tai Chi 9.1%10.1%7.1%2.9%1.1%13.4%20.9%1.8%7.1%
OTHER
Golf/Driving Range 15.0%16.8%13.2%8.6%9.7%16.4%17.3%4.5%15.4%
Cultural Events/Perf. Arts/Concerts (participate) 10.9%12.3%14.4%10.8%11.8%8.8%12.9%19.1%7.8%
Baseball 9.3%9.3%12.9%11.5%14.0%4.6%6.5%5.5%8.6%
Volleyball 8.0%8.4%12.7%14.4%15.1%1.3%12.2%11.8%5.2%
Martial Arts 8.1%8.3%13.2%12.9%11.8%2.1%10.8%4.5%5.9%
Preschool 7.8%9.3%12.7%3.6%2.2%3.8%11.5%7.3%5.0%
Teen Center Activities (at library or city) 7.7%8.0%14.8%15.8%19.4%1.7%7.2%19.1%3.3%
Skateboarding 5.5%5.6%8.9%12.2%12.9%0.8%5.0%5.5%5.7%
Other 5.4%5.8%4.7%2.9%1.1%8.0%6.5%2.7%5.7%
Softball 5.3%5.6%6.4%5.0%4.3%3.4%0.7%0.9%6.7%
Football 5.0%4.9%8.7%14.4%17.2%0.4%2.9%10.9%3.3%
Roller Hockey/Roller Skating 3.9%3.6%5.9%7.2%5.4%1.7%5.8%2.7%4.0%
Disc Golf 3.6%3.0%3.3%2.2%0.0%1.7%3.6%0.9%4.3%
Racquetball/Squash/Handball 3.2%3.6%4.0%3.6%5.4%1.3%3.6%7.3%2.4%
Cricket 3.1%3.1%5.9%6.5%8.6%0.4%0.7%16.4%0.7%
Pickleball 2.9%2.3%2.8%2.9%3.2%3.4%2.2%0.9%2.9%
Footgolf 2.6%2.0%2.4%2.9%1.1%1.3%1.4%0.0%2.9%
Citywide Survey 2017 - Activity Participation Results, Page 2 of 2
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Master Plan Advisory Group Meeting
Priorities Workshop
May 17, 2018
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Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabHow many years have you lived in Cupertino? A. Less than 1 yearB. 1 – 3 yearsC. 4 – 9 yearsD. 10 – 15 yearsE. 16 – 25 yearsF. I do not live in Cupertino47
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabDo any children 18 or younger live in your household?A. YesB. No48
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabMany people think of themselves as belonging to an ethnic or racial group. How do you identify yourself? (Select all that apply.) A. African‐American or BlackB. Asian‐ ChineseC. Asian‐ IndianD. Asian otherE. Caucasian or WhiteF. Hispanic or LatinoG. Multi‐racialH. Other/ Prefer not to answer49
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat is your gender? A. FemaleB. MaleC. Transgender/Non‐BinaryD. Other/ Prefer not to answer50
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat is your age?A. Under 14B. 14‐17C. 18‐29D. 30‐39E. 40‐49F. 50‐64G. 65‐74H. 75+51
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhere should the City focus future improvements? (Choose one.)A. Improve, repair, replace aging and worn amenities in parksB. Add a variety of small new recreation opportunities in parksC. Develop big new projects such as developing a new park or major new facility. 52
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhich of the following “big moves,” should the City should invest in? (Choose two.)A. Develop new neighborhood parksB. Renovate or add facilities to parksC. Enhance and protect natural areasD. Add or expand major facilities E. Develop trails53
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhich of the following large facilities should the City pursue developing? (Select all that apply.)A. Aquatic facility/year round poolB. Performing and fine arts centerC. Multi‐purpose recreation center (with gymnasium)D. GymnasiumE. Technology center, incubator hub, maker spaceF. Teen space and servicesG. Expanded senior services or senior center H. New sports fields and athletic facilities54
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabSelect the TWO large facilities that should be the City’s highest priorities.A. Aquatic facility/year round poolB. Performing and fine arts centerC. Multipurpose recreation center (with gymnasium)D. GymnasiumE. Technology center, incubator hub, maker spaceF. Teen space and servicesG. Expanded senior services or center H. New sports fields and facilities55
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabSelect the TWO large facilities that should be the City’s lowest priorities. A. Aquatic facility/year round poolB. Performing and fine arts centerC. Multipurpose recreation center (with gymnasium)D. GymnasiumE. Technology center, incubator hub, maker spaceF. Teen space and servicesG. Expanded senior services or center H. New sports fields and facilities56
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabSelect the ONE facility that should be the City’s top priority. A. Aquatic facility/ outdoor poolB. Performing and fine arts centerC. Multipurpose recreation center (with gymnasium)D. None of the above57
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabIf funding is limited and smaller facilities are developed, which of the following would be your priority? (Choose one.)A. Community poolB. Small‐to‐mid‐sized theaterC. Single gymnasiumD. None of the aboveCommunity PoolMid‐sized TheaterSingle Gymnasium58
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabSelect the aquatic facility the City should prioritize.A. Community poolB. Large aquatic facilityA. Community PoolB. Large Aquatic Facility59
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabSelect the performing arts space that the City should prioritize. A. Performing and fine arts centerB. Small‐to‐mid‐sized theaterA. Performing and fine arts centerB. Small‐to‐mid‐sized theater60
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabSelect the recreation facility that the City should prioritize. A. Multipurpose recreation center (with gymnasium)B. Single gymnasiumA. Multipurpose recreation center (w/ recreation center)B. Single gymnasium61
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master Planlaba. Indoor tennis/pickleball courtsf. Outdoor sports courts (badminton, bocce, futsal…)Of the following sports courts, which TWO do you think the City should prioritize?b. Indoor basketballc. Indoor sports courts (badminton, bocce, futsal…))e. Outdoor basketballd. Outdoor tennis/pickleballcourts 62
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabOf the following sports courts, which TWO do you think the City should prioritize?A. Indoor tennis/pickleballB. Indoor basketballC. Indoor sports courts (badminton, bocce, futsal…)D. Outdoor tennis/pickleball E. Outdoor basketballF. Outdoor sports courts (badminton, bocce, futsal…)G. None of the above63
Of the following items, which TWO do you think the City should prioritize?f. Community Gardend. Native plantings / landscaping in parkse. More natural areas / protected creek corridorsa. Formal/ornamental garden b. Healing/sensory gardenc. Demonstration Garden with educational/teaching focus64
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabOf the following items, which TWO do you think the City should prioritize?A. Formal/ornamental gardenB. Healing/sensory gardenC. Demonstration gardenD. Community gardenE. Native plantings / landscaping in parksF. More natural areas / protected creek corridorsG. None of the above65
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabMemorial Park66
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat is your preference for the focus of Memorial Park? A. Naturalized civic gatheringB. Arts and eventsC. Active and multi‐use67
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabMemorial Park: Existing Configuration68
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabMemorial Park: Naturalized Civic Concept69
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabMemorial Park: Arts & Events Concept70
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabMemorial Park: Active & Multi‐Use Concept71
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat do you like most about your preferred concept? (Select all that apply.)A. It has the facilities I think are most importantB. It creates a social and activity hub for our communityC. It has the best green space/open spaceD. It keeps the park similar to the way it is nowE. It appears to be the most affordable conceptF. I don’t like any of the three conceptsG. I like all of the concepts to some extentH. Other72
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat do you like most about the naturalized civic gathering concept? (Choose two.)A. The naturalized landscapingB. It has the most green spaceC. The serene passive usesD. The added walking pathsE. The renovated playgroundF. It keeps the park similar to the way it is nowG. It does not add a major new featureH. OtherI. None of the above73
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat do you like most about the arts and events concept? (Choose two.)A. The added performing and fine arts centerB. The incubator hubC. The expanded and improved outdoor event spaceD. The expanded amphitheaterE. The expanded play areaF. The water featureG. Renovation of Quinlan’s outdoor plazaH. OtherI. None of the above74
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat do you like most about the active and multi‐use concept? (Choose two.)A. The expanded and improved outdoor event spaceB. The retained baseball fieldC. The added swimming pool/aquatic facility D. The added gym with rooftop activitiesE. The expanded Senior Center and improved parkingF. The water feature around the gazeboG. More parking at QuinlanH. The water featureI. The added walking path loopJ. Other75
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhich one of these concepts best captures your vision for the future of Memorial Park? A. Naturalized civic gatheringB. Arts and eventsC. Active and multi‐useD. A mix of the concepts76
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat do you like most about what we discussed today? (Choose one.)A. Addition of new recreation opportunitiesB. Enhancements to Memorial Park C. Reasonable level of proposed improvements and investmentD. Services are improved for key age groupsE. OtherF. None of the above77
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabParks and Recreation Commission Meeting Community Priorities WorkshopMay 17, 201878
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabHow many years have you lived in Cupertino? A. Less than 1 yearB. 1 – 3 yearsC. 4 – 9 yearsD. 10 – 15 yearsE. 16 – 25 yearsF. I do not live in Cupertino79
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabDo any children 18 or younger live in your household?A. YesB. No80
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabMany people think of themselves as belonging to an ethnic or racial group. How do you identify yourself? (Select all that apply.) A. African‐American or BlackB. Asian‐ ChineseC. Asian‐ IndianD. Asian otherE. Caucasian or WhiteF. Hispanic or LatinoG. Multi‐racialH. Other/ Prefer not to answer81
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat is your age?A. Under 14B. 14‐17C. 18‐29D. 30‐39E. 40‐49F. 50‐64G. 65‐74H. 75+82
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabPriority Projects83
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhich of the following “big moves,” should the City invest in? (Choose two.)A. Develop new neighborhood parksB. Renovate or add facilities to parksC. Enhance and protect natural areasD. Add or expand major facilities E. Develop trails84
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhich of the following large facilities should the City pursue developing? (Select all that apply.)A. Aquatic facility/year round poolB. Performing and fine arts centerC. Multi‐purpose recreation center (with gymnasium)D. GymnasiumE. Technology center, incubator hub, maker spaceF. Teen space and servicesG. Expanded senior services or senior center H. New sports fields and athletic facilities85
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabSelect the TWO large facilities that should be the City’s highest priorities.A. Aquatic facility/year round poolB. Performing and fine arts centerC. Multipurpose recreation center (with gymnasium)D. GymnasiumE. Technology center, incubator hub, maker spaceF. Teen space and servicesG. Expanded senior services or center H. New sports fields and facilities86
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabSelect the TWO large facilities that should be the City’s lowest priorities. A. Aquatic facility/year round poolB. Performing and fine arts centerC. Multipurpose recreation center (with gymnasium)D. GymnasiumE. Technology center, incubator hub, maker spaceF. Teen space and servicesG. Expanded senior services or center H. New sports fields and facilities87
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabSelect the ONE facility that should be the City’s top priority. A. Aquatic facility/ outdoor poolB. Performing and fine arts centerC. Multipurpose recreation center (with gymnasium)D. None of the above88
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabIf smaller rather than larger facilities are developed, which of the following would be your priority? (Choose one.)A. Community poolB. Small‐to‐mid‐sized theaterC. Single gymnasiumD. None of the aboveCommunity PoolMid‐sized TheaterSingle Gymnasium89
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabSelect the aquatic facility the City should prioritize.A. Large aquatic facilityB. Community poolA. Community PoolB. Large Aquatic Facility90
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabSelect the performing arts space that the City should prioritize. A. Large performing and fine arts centerB. Small‐to‐mid‐sized theaterA. Performing and fine arts centerB. Small‐to‐mid‐sized theater91
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabSelect the recreation facility that the City should prioritize. A. Large multipurpose recreation center (with gymnasium)B. Single gymnasiumA. Multipurpose recreation center (w/ recreation center)B. Single gymnasium92
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master Planlaba. Indoor tennis/pickleball courtsf. Outdoor sports courts (badminton, bocce, futsal…)Of the following sports courts, which TWO do you think the City should prioritize?b. Indoor basketballc. Indoor sports courts (badminton, bocce, futsal…))e. Outdoor basketballd. Outdoor tennis/pickleballcourts 93
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabOf the following sports courts, which TWO do you think the City should prioritize?A. Indoor tennis/pickleballB. Indoor basketballC. Indoor sports courts (badminton, bocce, futsal…)D. Outdoor tennis/pickleball E. Outdoor basketballF. Outdoor sports courts (badminton, bocce, futsal…)G. None of the above94
Of the following items, which TWO do you think the City should prioritize?f. Community Gardend. Native plantings / landscaping in parkse. More natural areas / protected creek corridorsa. Formal/ornamental garden b. Healing/sensory gardenc. Demonstration Garden with educational/teaching focus95
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabOf the following items, which TWO do you think the City should prioritize?A. Formal/ornamental gardenB. Healing/sensory gardenC. Demonstration gardenD. Community gardenE. Native plantings / landscaping in parksF. More natural areas / protected creek corridorsG. None of the above96
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabMemorial Park97
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabMemorial Park: Existing Configuration98
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabMemorial Park: Naturalized Civic Concept99
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabMemorial Park: Arts & Events Concept100
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabMemorial Park: Active & Multi‐Use Concept101
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat do you like most about the naturalized civic gathering concept? (Choose two.)A. The naturalized landscapingB. It has the most green spaceC. The serene passive usesD. The added walking pathsE. The renovated playgroundF. It keeps the park similar to the way it is nowG. It does not add a major new featureH. OtherI. None of the above102
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat do you like most about the arts and events concept? (Choose two.)A. The added performing and fine arts centerB. The incubator hubC. The expanded and improved outdoor event spaceD. The expanded amphitheaterE. The expanded play areaF. The water featureG. Renovation of Quinlan’s outdoor plazaH. OtherI. None of the above103
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat do you like most about the active and multi‐use concept? (Choose two.)A. The expanded and improved outdoor event spaceB. The retained baseball fieldC. The added swimming pool/aquatic facility D. The added gym with rooftop activitiesE. The expanded Senior Center and improved parkingF. The water feature around the gazeboG. More parking at QuinlanH. The water featureI. The added walking path loopJ. Other104
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhich one of these concepts best captures your vision for the future of Memorial Park? A. Naturalized civic gatheringB. Arts and eventsC. Active and multi‐useD. A mix of the concepts105
Cupertino Parks & Recreation System Master PlanlabWhat do you like most about your preferred concept? (Select all that apply.)A. It has the facilities I think are most importantB. It creates a social and activity hub for our communityC. It has the best green space/open spaceD. It keeps the park similar to the way it is nowE. It appears to be the most affordable conceptF. I don’t like any of the three conceptsG. I like all of the concepts to some extentH. Other106
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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION WORKSHOP
– MAY 2018
PUBLIC WRITTEN INPUT
#1: Aquatic Facility/ Year Round Pool
Do we need an aquatic facility in Cupertino?
o De Anza right across the street
Huge pool/available to public
o Blackberry Farm pool & YMCA
Seems redundant
Pool available for recreation/open swim would be great and does not exist in CPT.
How about an indoor pool? YMCA!
I actually think this is quite important – there is pent-up demand. De Anza is not available
More opportunities and ownership having our own community pool, rather than renting.
There should be two swimming areas, one for competitive swimming and another for fun. I
honestly think that Blackberry Farm may be a great place for kids, but maybe not a great one for
teens, and since De Anza won’t provide their pool to the public, we should have a bigger
competitive swimming pool, for competitive teams.
Since there is talk of a new gym facility, maybe where tennis courts are now, why not put in an
indoor pool? Then there would be a combo gym w/ indoor pool-25 yards, 306 lanes. Ask, what is
the purpose of the pool:
o Pure workout
o Place for kids to play in pool
o Competitions
Build a pool that meets greatest demand. No separate pool building.
#2: Performing & Fine Arts Center
Partner with De Anza for larger site
Balance with:
o professional theatre + programming
o use of space to inspire youth in the arts
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Great for other performing art groups, and great location for a performing arts center. This also
inspires our next generation for events/performances like this because besides programming,
math, & STEM, performing arts is important as well.
Is there an existing building that can be repurposed? A partnership with private company or De
Anza College?
o Concur with this – CUSD maybe.
Having a convertible performance area would give flexibility (moving wall, etc.) Maybe have a
teen center location here focusing on performing arts.
o Love this idea – concur
o Good idea
#3: Gym/ Recreation Center – Sports Fields, Courts & Facilities
Seems like youth sports groups needs fields
Not excited about creating more facilities that encroach or use existing park space. With all of the
development proposed for Cupertino – need open spaces/fields
Keep softball field
Great idea of adding in a new gym & new sports field, I feel like that some of our current sport
courts are pretty outdated so it’s a great thing that new sport courts are being added.
Balance of active and passive (un-regulated pickle ball, ping pong tables, passive exercise
equipment) rec opportunities
Add/create pickle ball courts for regular use – drop in? reserved?
Expand sports center into multi-story facility, consider whether an indoor pool could be here
instead of a separate facility.
Add outdoor athletic equipment – Greenfield makes excellent equipment
Inside basketball better than outside!
#4: Senior Space/Teen Space – Incubator Hub/Maker Space
We have a great senior center. Perhaps more facilities for recreation classes would be nice – but
we lack facilities for teens. As a senior, I would not prioritize greatly improving senior center
Adding outdoor senior (:
o Exercise equipment
o Conduct “how to” classes
o Have more parking.
More technology for Senior Center (Greenfield)
Put a second story on the Senior Center to handle future expansion. Lots of room for seniors to
use teach “stuff”. For example, how to use cell phone and text and load movies on TV.
Add Greenfield Outdoor Fitness Equipment to an area near the Senior Center. Great idea for all.
As great as concept for teen space is, they are rarely used by teens past 14 years.
Versatile spaces not limited to a single type of activity
o Use this to expand program variety.
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#5: Memorial Park, Arts & Events Concept
Like the idea of a performing arts/theatre, but the City should use Flint Center or the small music
department theatre at De Anza or the City should purchase additional land to build a dedicated
theatre arts/performance arts/children’s theatre complex like Sunnyvale or Mountain View.
Parking will be a huge issue.
Not happy to have playground area near Quinlan taken away.
Love performance/art center – wrong site
Like performing arts, but not enough parking
There are too many “activities” and buildings for space available with little par king.
Not enough parking, too much festival area.
Multi use building, include new teen center, is great, but look at existing builds elsewhere or
work w/ De Anza or local companies.
Look at multi-site teen center to serve different areas. It’s dangerous for teens to bike to it now.
Joint use w/ high schools?
Mountain bike access to Quinlan/new performing center through park.
No need for water feature – eliminate – expensive difficult to maintain. Don’t forget we already
spent $ to take it out of Quinlan.
Redoing the amphitheater is a great idea – orient for shade and for avoiding sun in eyes while
sun is setting.
Expanded amphitheater is brilliant – consider canopy for bands + symphonies.
Like shade area by center, expand over preschool.
Like expended lawn.
#6: Memorial Park, Active & Multi-Use Concept
The idea about an aquatic facility & new sports courts is a great renovation to have, but more
green and nature spaces would make the park even better.
Concur with above, except that Cupertino doesn’t need another aquatic facility – we have
Blackberry Farm pool & De Anza pool.
Senior Center pretty good as is.
Add bike path in addition to walking paths – link bike paths to park.
No gym/facilities – keep it green.
Aquatic center is a long overdue need – De Anza pool is not generally available – no public place
to swim.
Expansion of play area and addition of tot lot are important.
More green space here would be good.
Multi-use trails please!
Like preschool playground idea NEED SHADE + bigger sandbox area.
All plans need parking.
Like multi story gym with parking.
Too many activities for this park!!!
o People need quit, green spaces, not more traffic, congestion & lack of parking
This concept would increase the need for parking which is expensive & would worsen traffic.
The site access is already limited & would worsen.
Like this concept
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Combine Aquatic & Gym
Improved parking
Too congested, too noisy with aquatic center & gym so close to home at the Commons. These
would cause huge traffic problems. Not enough parking for busy facilities, there are many pools
and gyms in Cupertino already (high schools, De Anza, YMCA, etc.)
Provide outdoor fitness equipment such as Greenfields Outdoor Fitness Equipment
o Partner with Rotary Club to make it happen.
Renovate the open air amphitheater. Improve seating on hillside and renovate “stage” area.
Put the lawn back!
No need for water features. This conflicts with water conservation. Think of other drought
tolerant plants for décor.
o Agreed by a second person.
Playground needs to be fenced off for safety.
Need for more water features in all of the concepts. Could be smaller than current ponds, but
larger than shown on 3 plans. Need more push to bring recycled water to this area (also for
landscaping). Water feature add serenity to the park.
Public pickleball courts!
The plan seems a bit too busy.
o Agreed by a second person.
Add a signal at Alves – replace all the flashing lights and bumps.
o This would make exiting Sports Center easier.
o Agreed by a second person and third person.
#7: Memorial Park, Naturalized Civic Gathering Concept
This is my favorite option but I would like the amphitheater not so close to the Commons homes
– too much noise and traffic issues.
First choice of options presented – best for the space available.
Wet creek bed with another small fountain – this is my favorite!
Like the increased walking trails & natural look
No water features preferred (we’ve already had to remove the water feature at Quinlan – very
difficult/expensive to maintain after year one).
No water feature – no geese – irresponsible waste of water – unhygienic – bacteria/viruses
o Agreed by a second person.
Smaller water feature reduce with recycle water with high circulation to water fields
Green space and trails, nice. Would like some more, smaller water features/fountains for
serenity’s sake. Push for recycled water for features and landscape.
Greenfield Outdoor Fitness Equipment
o www.greenfieldoutdoorfitness.com
o Ask for catalog
Water = geese!
Good idea to have expanded “green” lawns for children to play on. Also, good to have expanded
amphitheater area.
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#8: Natural Areas, Trails & “Other” Input
Glad to prioritize nature and habitat, not just in natural areas.
Should highlight & expand sport fields @ schools for many activities.
My top priority would be to keep/improve natural habitats. Cupertino is going to undergo a lot
of construction in the next decade (Vallco/Oaks). We need to preserve our natural spaces so
people can connect with nature. More important than creating a lot of new facilities/structures.
Expand/extend existing walking paths
Preserve natural habitats in place and expand/add more natural path/ walking paces (natural or
paved as needed.
o Volunteers could help maintain these.
Put up signs along the orange orchard – Do Not Pick – save for 2nd Harvest Food Bank!
o This year there were none for them.
COMMENT CARDS
Topic: Representation
I feel that the people in the room were not representative of our community as a whole. The
majority of the attendees were over 60. Their interests are different than other age groups and I
would claim different than the majority of our residents.
Topic: Parking/Water Feature
Allow parking along Christensen Dr. This will increase the parking areas and easy access to the
park for handicapped.
Allow the vehicles to drive through to Christensen Drive to eliminate congestion on the Senior
Center area and Mary Ave.
Keep water feature in the park to add attraction and motion.
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CITY OF CUPERTINO
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Quinlan Community Center – Cupertino Room
10185 North Stelling Road, Cupertino, CA
Thursday, May 17, 2018
6:30 PM
SPECIAL MEETING
DRAFT MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Tambe called the meeting to order at 6:36pm in the Quinlan Community
Center, Cupertino Room, at 10185 North Stelling Road, Cupertino, CA.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioners present: Meenakshi Biyani, Neesha Tambe, Carol Stanek, Helene
Davis (arrived at 6:43pm)
Commissioners absent: Judy Wilson
Staff present: Christine Hanel, Kevin Khuu, Gail Seeds
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
OLD BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
1. Citywide Parks and Recreation System Master Plan – Public Input
Gail Seeds introduced Cindy Mendoza, from MIG, and reviewed the overall process on
the workshop. Cindy reviewed the purpose of the meeting, summarizing the overall big
moves from the Master Plan and explained the interactive portion of the presentation.
Asked questions to the attendees and received real time feedback (see Attachment F in
the Master Plan item for the June 7 meeting.)
Moved on to the group activities and broke out into the 8 information stations for
attendees to write comments/quesitons on the various options presented, which
included: the aquatic facility/year round pool, performing and fine arts center,
gymnasium/recreation center and sports fields courts and facilities, incubator hub/maker
space/teen space/senior space, memorial park arts and events concept, memorial park
active and multi-use concept, memorial park naturalize civic gathering concept, and the
natural areas and trails and all other input.
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Chair Tambe continued the meeting at 7:58pm. Staff reported a summary of the
comments written at the various stations (full comments can be found in Attachment G
of the Master Plan item for the June 7 meeting).
Jacob R, representing Watsonville, presented a list of questions for attendees to think
about in regards to the Master Plan project.
The Commission provided some input, but requested bringing this subject back to the
June meeting, to provide more thorough feedback and direction.
Commissioner Stanek suggested more investigation on the conflict of opinions on the
aquatic facility, since it has no multipurpose use. Commented that the performing arts
center idea has more support, possibly at Vallco or Memorial Park, and about being more
open to moving popular use spaces or facilities. To think about increasing accessibility
for all facilities, including more parking and increasing the various methods of
transportation.
Chair Tambe commented on keeping the connectivity between the recreation services
and all of the parks, to ensure that any facilities built have the capability to function, and
be accessible, at max capacity, and to create multiuse spaces. Also, to ensure that we
maintain the current, frequent use spaces or ensure that they’re being moved to an
equally accessible location. Suggested for the community to come back to the June
meeting and asked that if anyone has connections to private partnerships, to speak to the
Commission or Recreation staff.
Commissioner Davis supported ensuring that we are following what the whole
community wants and suggested that revenue generation is important to think about,
along with being flexible and creative with the ideas.
ADJOURNMENT – Chair Tambe adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kevin Khuu, Administrative Assistant
Recreation and Community Services Department
Minutes approved at the___ regular meeting
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