1. Village of Bratenahl Community Programs and Recreation Survey Report & Findings

2. Executive Summary: 77 % of the respondents are over 55 years old with 93% having no children living at home. 56 % of the respondents do not live in an HOA HOA residents have access to recreational facilities in their complex. 49% of respondents use outside the Village recreational facilities 69% of respondents believe the community has the correct number of activities

3. 27% to 38% of respondents would like new fitness programs including stretching, Pilates, Tai Chi and low- impact exercises. Respondents would enjoy receiving cooking classes, cultural education and nature programs. 59% would be willing to fund hiking trails, 39% Lake Erie overlook, 27% an indoor walking Track and Aquatic Facility. 55% believe the center is well maintained and 65% believe the parks are well-maintained 48% would pay to renovate the existing Center and add additional Recreation programs Executive Summary:

4. 76% believe the village should provide Rec services to strengthen the social fabric of the facility and 72% for the improved physical health and well-being of the citizens 75% would like to see more activities for residents over 60 years of age 60% believe the village should maintain the and update the existing Rec Building 73% want an update to the existing programs and to eliminate those not well attended

5. Age Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 129

6. Male or Female? Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 129

7. Number of children under 18 in your household: Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 128 Total 100.00% (128) 092.97%119 13.91%5 23.12%4 30.00%0 4 0 5 0 6 0 7 0 8 0 9 0

8. Number of people in your household including you: Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 73 Total 100.00% (73) 120.55%15 267.12%49 39.59%7 41.37%1 5 1 60.00%0 7 0 8 0 9 0 10+0.00%0

9. Exact Age: Question Type: Numeric | Total Respondents: 129 Total 100.00% (129) 290.78%1 340.78%1 360.78%1 371.55%2 380.78%1 390.78%1 401.55%2 410.78%1 421.55%2 430.78%1

10. Exact Age: Question Type: Numeric | Total Respondents: 129 Total 100.00% (129) 440.78%1 450.78%1 470.78%1 481.55%2 503.10%4 513.10%4 520.78%1 530.78%1 540.78%1 552.33%3

11. Exact Age: Question Type: Numeric | Total Respondents: 129 Total 100.00% (129) 560.78%1 573.10%4 582.33%3 596.20%8 602.33%3 616.20%8 624.65%6 633.10%4 642.33%3 653.88%5

12. Exact Age: Question Type: Numeric | Total Respondents: 129 Total 100.00% (129) 663.10%4 673.88%5 680.78%1 692.33%3 701.55%2 71+28.68%37

13. How many years have you lived in the Village? Question Type: Numeric | Total Respondents: 129 Total 100.00% (129) 16.98%9 23.10%4 33.88%5 42.33%3 55.43%7 61.55%2 70.78%1 83.10%4 91.55%2 105.43%7

14. How many years have you lived in the Village? Question Type: Numeric | Total Respondents: 129 Total 100.00% (129) 113.88%5 122.33%3 130.78%1 143.10%4 153.88%5 163.10%4 171.55%2 182.33%3 191.55%2 203.88%5

15. How many years have you lived in the Village? Question Type: Numeric | Total Respondents: 129 Total 100.00% (129) 223.88%5 232.33%3 256.98%9 272.33%3 283.10%4 301.55%2 313.88%5 322.33%3 330.78%1 353.10%4

16. How many years have you lived in the Village? Question Type: Numeric | Total Respondents: 129 Total 100.00% (129) 360.78%1 371.55%2 381.55%2 390.78%1 410.78%1 430.78%1 460.78%1 480.78%1 600.78%1 610.78%1

17. Summary and Findings of Basic Community Population: 77% of the respondents are senior citizens 55+ 93% of the respondents had no children living at home 56% of respondents were female

18. Do you live in a Homeowners Association (HOA) that provides recreational opportunities? Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 129

19. If Yes, select all that apply: Question Type: Multiple Choice | Total Respondents: 69

20. Do you use similar recreation amenities outside of the Village of Bratenahl? Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 129

21. If Yes, select all that apply: Question Type: Multiple Choice | Total Respondents: 75

22. Do your children receive private lessons for recreational activities or belong to any competitive sports teams? Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 129

23. If Yes, what types of activities? Question Type: Text | Total Respondents: 5 Total 100.00% (5) Competitive swimming20.00%1 Gymnastics20.00%1 soccer, drawing and art classes, karate 20.00%1 survey fundamentally flawed by failure to... 20.00%1 swimming lessons, dance/gymnastics, track 20.00%1

24. Summary and Findings of Recreational Facilities Availability and Use by Residents of Bratenahl: 56% of the respondents do not live in an HOA (Home Owner Association) For those who live in an HOA most have access to recreational facilities including: swimming pool, Fitness Center, restaurant, party room and Social Clubs 49.61% of the respondents use recreational facilities outside the village including private fitness centers, CSU facilities and Collinwood Rec Center Since most of the respondents are senior citizens without children at home they do not use competitive sports facilities elsewhere.

25. Do you feel the Village of Bratenahl has an ideal number of community- wide holiday events and activities? Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 129

26. If NO, please tell us why you feel this way? Question Type: Text | Total Respondents: 21 Total 100.00% (21) - No Halloween activities/trick-or- treatin... 4.76%1 1. Bratenahl should have a trick or treat... 4.76%1 Always see the same small group of people.... 4.76%1 And based on history of attendance....NO M... 4.76%1 Bratenahl is and will continue to be incre... 4.76%1 haven't lived here long enough to form one 4.76%1 However, we could use some sort of transpo... 4.76%1 I actually think the Village does; however... 4.76%1

27. If NO, please tell us why you feel this way? Question Type: Text | Total Respondents: 21 Total 100.00% (21) Love the Parade, 4th of July fireworks, an... 4.76%1 Maybe a few more summer events.4.76%1 Need more at the adult population.4.76%1 Not many "truly community" gatherings 4.76%1 Not sure why a village this small, so clos... 4.76%1 Stop having the 4th of July event! Too ma... 4.76%1 There are too many...I know of no one that... 4.76%1 They do have enough, we fund events for pe... 4.76%1

28. If NO, please tell us why you feel this way? Question Type: Text | Total Respondents: 21 Total 100.00% (21) too many that are just self aggrandizing f... 4.76%1 Too many!!4.76%1 We do NOT need an indoor pool! One is ava... 4.76%1 While Bratenahl offers plenty, there is al... 4.76%1 would like concerts/gatherings in village... 4.76%1

29. How do you typically hear about the programs, events, classes or other community-wide activities provided by the Village of Bratenahl Recreation Commission? Question Type: Multiple Choice | Total Respondents: 129

30. Please tell us in which Recreation Commission events you or your household has participated during the past 5 years? Indicate the value of each program to you on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the LEAST valued and 5 being the MOST valued: Question Type: Single Matrix | Total Respondents: 122

31. Which of the following amenities do you or your household use? Please indicate the value of each amenity on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the LEAST valued and 5 being the MOST valued: Question Type: Single Matrix | Total Respondents: 105 Total 100.00% (105) Fitness CenterHave Not Used This51.02%50 19.18%9 26.12%6 37.14%7 46.12%6 520.41%20 Total100.00%98 Tennis CourtsHave Not Used This54.26%51 19.57%9 26.38%6

32. Which of the following amenities do you or your household use? Please indicate the value of each amenity on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the LEAST valued and 5 being the MOST valued: Question Type: Single Matrix | Total Respondents: 105 Total 100.00% (105) 34.26%4 49.57%9 515.96%15 Total100.00%94 Children's PlaygroundHave Not Used This59.57%56 19.57%9 22.13%2 312.77%12 46.38%6 59.57%9

33. Which of the following amenities do you or your household use? Please indicate the value of each amenity on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the LEAST valued and 5 being the MOST valued: Question Type: Single Matrix | Total Respondents: 105 Total 100.00% (105) Total100.00%94 Wi-Fi LoungeHave Not Used This67.03%61 116.48%15 23.30%3 32.20%2 43.30%3 57.69%7 Total100.00%91 Dog ParkHave Not Used This45.65%42 114.13%13

34. Which of the following amenities do you or your household use? Please indicate the value of each amenity on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the LEAST valued and 5 being the MOST valued: Question Type: Single Matrix | Total Respondents: 105 Total 100.00% (105) 21.09%1 33.26%3 4 3 532.61%30 Total100.00%92

35. Which of the following amenities do you or your household use? Please indicate the value of each amenity on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the LEAST valued and 5 being the MOST valued: Question Type: Single Matrix | Total Respondents: 105

36. Value of Current Amenities by Survey Respondents: 20% place a high value on the fitness center 16% place a high value on the tennis courts 9½% place a high value on the children's playground 8% place a high value on the Wi-Fi Lounge 33% place a high value on the dog park 52% of respondents believe the Recreation Commission provides sufficient opportunities for the Village

37. Do you feel the Recreation Commission provides sufficient opportunities for the Village? Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 129

38. Upgrades to the Center may create more functional space for activities. Which of the following new SPORTS AND FITNESS amenities do you think you or someone in your household would use? Question Type: Multiple Choice | Total Respondents: 117

39. Top 5 Rated Sports & Fitness Activities, Desired or Preferred: 38% Low impact exercise 34% Tai Chi 32% Health and wellness programs 27% Pilates 27% Arthritis stretching

40. Upgrades to the Center may create more functional space for activities. Which of the following new TECHNOLOGY amenities do you think you or someone in your household would use? Question Type: Multiple Choice | Total Respondents: 98

41. Suggested Technology Improvements: 36% New computer programs 27% Internet education 54% of respondents chose "none of the above" 92% of respondents did not feel additional youth activities would be of interest to them

42. Upgrades to the Center may create more functional space for activities. Which of the following new YOUTH ACTIVITY amenities do you think you or someone in your household would use? Question Type: Multiple Choice | Total Respondents: 85

43. Upgrades to the Center may create more functional space for activities. Which of the following new MISCELLANEOUS amenities do you think you or someone in your household would use? Question Type: Multiple Choice | Total Respondents: 115 Total 100.00% (115) Arts and Crafts28.70%33 Cultural Education40.00%46 Cooking Classes52.17%60 Nature and Outdoor Programs36.52%42 Movie Night31.30%36 Board Game Night13.04%15 None of the Above22.61%26 Other, please specify6.96%8

44. Upgrades to the Center may create more functional space for activities. Which of the following new MISCELLANEOUS amenities do you think you or someone in your household would use? Other, please specify Question Type: Multiple Choice | Total Respondents: 8 Total 6.96% (8) Bicycle Club, Community Theater, Band Nigh... 12.50%1 Bicycle Club, Running Club, Neighborhood W... 12.50%1 Bridge25.00%2 discussion groups poetry and play read... 12.50%1 dog training, agility12.50%1 Lectures in various subjects, see earlier... 12.50%1 Please bring pottery back at an affordable... 12.50%1

45. Upgrades to the Center may create more functional space for activities. Which of the following new MISCELLANEOUS amenities do you think you or someone in your household would use? Question Type: Multiple Choice | Total Respondents: 115

46. Top 5 Suggested Miscellaneous Amenities Include: 29% Arts and crafts 40% Cultural education 52% Cooking classes 37% Nature and outdoor programs 31% Movie night

47. Focus group participants identified facilities & activities that will require additional cost to build, equip, & maintain. Which of the following amenities would you like added & be willing to fund for your households enjoyment? Question Type: Multiple Choice | Total Respondents: 119

48. What is your opinion of an espresso bar at The Center – a casual place to meet your friends or savor some quiet time? Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 129

49. Desired & Fundable Focus Group Suggestions: 56% Hiking trails through conserved Woodlands 39% Lake Erie overlook 27% Indoor walking Track 27% Indoor Aquatic Facility 20% Multi-purpose room for Performing Arts 32% would like an expresso bar at the rec center

50. Summary and Findings of Desired Amenities by Residents of Bratenahl: 69% respondents believe Community has the correct number of activities The top three sources of information about Rec Center programs is US Mail, word of mouth and email Of the activities and events provided by The Village over the past five years the following were designated as those most attended and valued: Holiday celebrations including Memorial Day Parade and the Fourth of July celebration Other activities that were highly valued or attended included dance and exercise classes, candidate’s nights, concerts in the park, wine tastings and a speaker series

51. How would you characterize the condition of the Center facilities when you use them? Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 129

52. How would you characterize the condition of Bratenahl Village Park, Sunset Park and Foster Field when you use them? Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 129

53. How do you perceive your level of safety when you use the Bratenahl Village Park, Sunset Park, Foster Field or the Bratenahl Community Center? Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 129

54. I believe Village of Bratenahl is spending its Recreation Levy dollars appropriately and to best advantage. Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 128

55. I would support a Tax Increase/Construction Bond Levy on behalf of the Community Center to: Question Type: Single Matrix | Total Respondents: 125

56. Summary and Findings of Tax/Bond Uses & Opinions by Residents of Bratenahl: 55% of respondents believe the center is very well maintained or somewhat well maintained 65% of respondents believe the parks and Foster field are very well maintained or somewhat well maintained 56% of people believe that they are very safe using Bratenahl Village parks and Foster field 41% of respondents believe Bratenahl is spending Recreation dollars appropriately.

57. Tax Increase Support For: 46% to enhance existing recreational opportunities 48% to renovate existing Center 48% to add programs and services to existing Center 29% to construct a new center 27% to construct an Indoor Aquatic Center 28% to construct a new indoor walking Track and 25% to construct a new multi-purpose Performing Arts facility

58. Village of Bratenahl recreation activities and social and community events contribute to my quality of life: Question Type: Single Choice | Total Respondents: 126

59. Village of Bratenahl should offer recreational facilities and programs to its residents to: Question Type: Single Matrix | Total Respondents: 126

60. Paramount to our interests is the provision of equal access to users with disabilities and the repair and updating of all essential building systems, including exterior and interior architectural issues and the electrical, HVAC and plumbing functions... Paramount to our interests is the provision of equal access to users with disabilities and the repair and updating of all essential building systems, including exterior and interior architectural issues and the electrical, HVAC and plumbing functions. Please share your opinion for the following statements. Village of Bratenahl should: Question Type: Single Matrix | Total Respondents: 126

61. Summary and Findings of Center Improvements or Repairs by Residents of Bratenahl: Respondents believe recreational facilities & programs should: 76% - Strengthen social fabric of community 72% - Maintain and improve physical health and well- being 51% - Provide activities for children 61% - Offer opportunities for adults 22 to 59 years of age 75% - Provide activities for residents 60 years and older 65% - Provide opportunities for the disabled

62. Summary and Findings of Center Improvements or Repairs by Residents of Bratenahl: Opinions related to maintenance and upgrading existing Rec Center: 60% - Believe Village should maintain and update existing Rec Center Building 33% - Add new fitness equipment 73% - Update programs and amenities and eliminate activities not well attended 24% - Suggest making no changes to services other than renovations to the building

63. Thank You