by Dennis Dalman
Sartell city staff and especially its parks supervisor, Tony Krueger, are eager to receive input from residents and non-residents who visit the city’s parks.
That is why the city has made available a survey comprised of 14 questions for residents to submit to the city. The survey was made available Nov. 1, and residents can fill it out any time through Monday, Nov. 14.
“As the city builds its park department, the planning for the future of the parks and trails is necessary, and input is important to help build those plans,” said Nikki Sweeter, engagement director for Sartell. “The survey will help the city better prioritize park and trail amenities and from there, determine budgetary needs.”
To take the survey, go to www.surveymonkey.com/r/sartellparks.
Among the survey questions are these:
What do you like best about the Sartell parks system?
Have you visited a Sartell park in the last year?
Which park(s) do you use most frequently?
The following questions ask respondents to rate the parks from answer options that range from “Totally inadequate” to “Excellent”
Rate the quality of parks, trails and greenways in your own neighborhood.
Rate the overall appearance (upkeep) of the parks system.
What features do you like best about Sartell parks: safety, accessibility, amenities, appearance/maintenance, arts, social events, other (please specify).
What amenities would you most like to see more of in Sartell’s parks system? Covered/reservable shelter; ice (hockey/skating); exercise equipment; pickleball courts; recreation fields (softball/soccer/lacrosse/baseball); ski trails, archery range; outdoor equipment rentals (bikes, non-motorized watercraft/snowshoes); splash pads; pool; water feature; disc golf; water access/dock; other (please specify).
Have you contacted city staff about the parks system in the past 12 months? If so, how would you rate your satisfaction with their response? The possible answers range from “Very dissatisfied” to “Very satisfied.” Respondents then have an option to explain in more detail their answers.
Feel free to make any other comments or concerns about the parks system.