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Special Thanks
Special thanks to the Buckeye residents and project
stakeholders who shared their unique perspective on
what makes Buckeye’s Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open
Spaces special and how they can continue to take shape as
the city grows. Thank you for taking the time to participate
on the interactive project website, attend the public
meetings, participate in the focus groups, and spreading
the word about the project. Your input, interest, and civic
mindedness has truly influenced the outcomes of the Parks
and Recreation Master Plan and will guide the future of
Buckeye at Play.
Acknowledgments
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan could not have
been completed without the support, guidance and
contributions from the following individuals:
City Project Team
Miranda Gomez, Director
Kelby Mieras, Deputy Director
Robert Wisener, Deputy Director
Kim Anderson, Events Manager
Mark Bianco, Parks Manager
Sarah Hughes, Administration and
Project Manager
Philip Yabes, Senior Center Manager
Elizabeth Garcia, Library Manager
Ilana Holden, Arts & Culture Manager
Jessica Thompson, Recreation Manager
Adam Copeland, Deputy Director of Planning
Mandy Woods, Senior Planner
Consultant Team
Marissa Pellegrini
Sean Wozny
Alex Morgan
Yasmeen Kanaan
Emily Hilby
PROS Consulting
ETC Institute
Mayor and City Council
Eric Orsborn, Mayor
Tony Youngker, City Council District 1
Curtis Beard, City Council District 2
Jamaine Berry, City Council District 3
Patrick HagEstad, City Council District 4
Craig Heustis, City Council District 5
Clay Goodman, Vice-Mayor, City Council
Community Services Advisory Board
Terry Vrabec, Chair
Kathleen Rossetti, Vice-Chair
Joanna Brace
Matthew Dudley
Caleb Elms
Randal Kidd
John Lynch
Nathan Madden
Anastazia McMurray
Riley Quinlan
Holly Roehl
Jim Roth
Garnett Sailor
Sebastiano Trupiano
Planning and Zoning Commission
Tedy Burton, Chair
Anthony DiMascio, Vice-Chair
Donald Bassler
Ryan Belshee
Charles Hester
Deanna Kupcik
Les Manuel
Douglas McDonald
Rebecca Puppe
Jennie Ragsdale
Sebastiano Trupiano
City Management
David Roderique, Interim City Manager
Doug Sandstrom, Deputy City Manager
Javier Setovich, Deputy City Manager
District 6
*Contributions were made by former elected officials
Jeanine Guy and Michelle Hess.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents......................................................................................... i
Chapter 1: Introduction...................................................................1
What is the Buckeye Parks and Recreation Master Plan?................................ 2
Buckeye Parks and Recreation ..................................................................... 3
A Growing City . ........................................................................................... 5
Alignment with Council’s Strategic Goals...................................................... 7
Alignment with Key Planning Documents...................................................... 8
How to Use This Plan.................................................................................... 9
Chapter 2: Demographics and Trends................................................11
Demographics and Trends Analysis Introduction........................................... 12
Methodology............................................................................................... 13
City Populace............................................................................................... 16
City Populace by Planning Regions............................................................... 20
Demographic Implications........................................................................... 28
Recreation Trends Analysis........................................................................... 29
National Trends In Recreation. ..................................................................... 30
Overall Participation Nationally................................................................... 31
National Trends In General Sports................................................................ 35
National Trends In General Fitness. .............................................................. 37
National Trends In Outdoor/Adventure Recreation........................................ 39
National Trends In Aquatics.......................................................................... 41
National Trends In Water Sports/Activities.................................................... 43
Local Sport and Leisure Market Potential...................................................... 45
Summary..................................................................................................... 51
Chapter 3: Community Needs...........................................................53
Public Participation Overview ..................................................................... 55
Community Outreach Popup Summaries...................................................... 57
Buckeye Air Fair: Results.............................................................................. 59
Spring Celebration....................................................................................... 61
Spring Celebration: Results.......................................................................... 63
Community Workshop No. 1......................................................................... 65
Community Workshop No. 2 - Fired-Up......................................................... 67
Community Engagement.............................................................................. 75
Statistically Valid Survey.............................................................................. 77
Methodology............................................................................................... 77
Parks and Recreation Parks/Facilities/Programs Use..................................... 78
Benefits, Importance, and Improvements to Parks and Recreation................ 79
Additional Findings...................................................................................... 79
Facilities/Amenities Needs and Priorities...................................................... 81
Recreation Programs/Activities Needs and Priorities..................................... 83
Priority Investment Rating (PIR)................................................................... 106
Social Pinpoint. ........................................................................................... 113
Online Survey Results.................................................................................. 123
Top 12 Amenity Needs Based on Statistically Valid Survey............................. 131
Top 12 Program Needs Based on Statistically Valid Survey............................ 133
Top 5 Community Needs: Programs.............................................................. 135
Top 5 Community Needs: Amenities.............................................................. 147
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Chapter 4: Park Classifications........................................................145
Inventory and Classification Summary......................................................... 147
Parks Classifications.................................................................................... 149
City of Buckeye Requirements for Park Design in Residential Developments
by Developers and Homeowner Associations (HOAs)..................................... 177
Current Planned Communities In Development............................................. 179
Requirements for Parks in Residential Development..................................... 180
Open Space Requirements........................................................................... 181
Park Space Requirements............................................................................ 182
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)............................ 182
Construction of Parks in a Development....................................................... 185
Conveyance of Parks to the City. .................................................................. 185
Summary..................................................................................................... 186
Chapter 5: Pathways and Trails........................................................187
Benefits of Trails.......................................................................................... 191
Focus and User Group Meetings.................................................................... 193
Pathways and Trails Classifications and Guidelines ...................................... 195
Locations of Pathways and Trails.................................................................. 204
Trailhead Guidelines.................................................................................... 205
Trail Crossings............................................................................................. 207
Design and Construction Considerations for Paths and Trails . ...................... 212
Dark Sky and Wildlife Sensitivity Areas ........................................................ 214
Pathway and Trail System Guidance............................................................. 216
Existing Pathway/Trail Networks within Buckeye ......................................... 219
Homeowners Association (HOAs) Pathways and Trails................................... 221
Regional Trails............................................................................................. 223
Canal and Irrigation District Corridors.......................................................... 225
Rivers to Ridges........................................................................................... 229
Watson Road and Miller Road North/South Connections ............................... 231
Amber Lasso ............................................................................................... 233
Amber Lasso by Segments............................................................................ 235
Summary..................................................................................................... 243
Chapter 6: Open Spaces. .................................................................245
Vision.......................................................................................................... 247
What is Open Space?.................................................................................... 248
What we Heard. ........................................................................................... 249
Benefits of Open Space................................................................................ 249
Open Space Areas to be Preserved................................................................ 255
White Tank Mountains Conservancy. ............................................................ 257
Rivers to Ridges - Open Space Assets within Buckeye.................................... 259
Protecting Open Space................................................................................. 265
Summary..................................................................................................... 273
Chapter 7: Cultural and Historical Resources.....................................273
History of Buckeye....................................................................................... 277
Historic Properties and Structures in Buckeye.............................................. 283
Historic Properties and Structures in Buckeye, Cont..................................... 285
Historic Preservation in Buckeye.................................................................. 287
Summary..................................................................................................... 292
Chapter 8: Level of Service and Mapping...........................................295
Level of Service Analysis. ............................................................................. 293
Summary..................................................................................................... 313
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Chapter 9: Land Acquisition and Future Parks....................................315
Land Options............................................................................................... 317
Previous Studies.......................................................................................... 321
South of the I-10 Site Feasibility Study.......................................................... 325
Agency Land Use Partnership Opportunities................................................. 326
Developer Partnerships. .............................................................................. 334
City of Buckeye-Owned Property.................................................................. 335
Park Acquisition........................................................................................... 336
Summary..................................................................................................... 342
Chapter 10: Organizational Structure Assessment..............................343
Organizational Analysis................................................................................ 345
Summary..................................................................................................... 357
Chapter 11: Recreation Programming...............................................359
Department Mission, Vision, Goals, and Objectives....................................... 361
Relationship to Other Plans.......................................................................... 363
Who We Serve.............................................................................................. 363
Recreation History....................................................................................... 365
Program and Service Determinants.............................................................. 366
Population Demographics............................................................................ 371
Program Planning Considerations................................................................ 372
Local Trends in Programming Participation.................................................. 389
Findings. ..................................................................................................... 396
Program Goals and Objectives...................................................................... 397
Program Development and Evaluation.......................................................... 398
The Financial Approach................................................................................ 399
Program Implementation, Policies, and Procedures...................................... 400
Program Management Matrix....................................................................... 403
Core Program Areas..................................................................................... 417
Program Strategy Analysis........................................................................... 425
Marketing and Partnerships......................................................................... 434
Summary..................................................................................................... 439
Chapter 12: Funding Strategies........................................................441
Funding Strategies....................................................................................... 443
Summary..................................................................................................... 447
Chapter 13: Strategic Implementation Plan.......................................449
Appendix A: Local Trends in Programming.........................................486
Appendix B: Facility Inventory and Assessment..................................516
Appendix C: Lifecycle Replacement Plan and Total Cost of Ownership...542
Appendix D: Benchmarking Data......................................................558
Appendix E: Statistically Valid Survey Result.....................................576
Chapter 1:
Introduction
Create a comprehensive and compelling vision and direction for Parks and
Recreation
Propose various approaches for accommodating growth while keeping the fiscal
picture in balance
Strategically identify gaps and prioritize future improvements and
programming for Parks and Recreation
Assess current and desired service levels to strategically approach population
growth sustainably as a department
Understand potential partnership opportunities and funding options
Evaluate operations and maintenance practices with an aim to generate long-
term sustainability, efficiencies, and resilience benefits
What is the Buckeye Parks and Recreation Master Plan?
The Buckeye Parks and Recreation Master Plan is a long-range plan that identifies
key initiatives, policies, and implementation strategies to guide Buckeye’s
Community Services Department projects and services over the next 10+ years.
The purpose of the plan is to offer strategies, recommendations, and operational
guidelines that will allow the City to meet the needs of current and future City of
Buckeye residents.
The Master Plan enables the City to engage in a public process to ensure future parks, recreation, open space,
and trails priorities and goals meet the evolving demands of the Buckeye community for the next 10+ years. To
carry out this mission, the plan has been organized around the following goals:
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Buckeye Parks and Recreation is part of the city’s Community Services Department and is responsible for the
following functions within the division:
BUCKEYE PARKS AND RECREATION
Aquatics
Arts and
Culture
Special
Interest
Classes
Sports
Leagues
Parks
and Trails
Special
Events
Programs
For All
Ages
Recreation
Center and Se
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Narramore Park
Bayless Park
Serena Park
6th St. Plaza Park
Kell Park & Library
Hassayampa River
Gila River
Town Park, Recreation Center
Aquatic Center & Museum
Sundance Recreation Center,
Coyote Library
Sundance Park
Earl Edgar Recreational Facility & Senior Center
Skyline Regional Park
White Tank Mountain
Regional Park
Sonoran Desert
National Monument
Joe Foss
Shooting Range
Buckeye Hills
Regional Park
Maricopa County
Maricopa County
Buckeye Parks and Recreation
City of Buckeye Park
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Buckeye is currently one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. The city has experienced
tremendous growth over the past decade and is anticipated to continue this fast-paced trajectory. The
estimated current population in Buckeye is 119,110 and by 2039, the estimated population will be 227,928.
One of the community’s largest draws is its open spaces and natural resources. Buckeye is a great place to
enjoy the outdoors with spaces like Skyline Regional Park and opportunity to conveniently access Maricopa
County parks like White Tank Mountain Regional Park and Buckeye Hills Regional Park. The City recently
completed a new phase of Sundance Park in 2023, creating more diverse opportunities for play, outdoor
recreation-based programming, and adding to their sports field inventory.
As Arizona’s largest city geographically, at only 14% build-out and experiencing a rapid growth rate, Buckeye’s
parks and recreation system needs to grow to meet resident needs. Buckeye is unique, as it is home to many
large master planned communities, and there are a myriad of opportunities for the city to partner with the
private development community to meet these needs. While this developer-driven growth pattern presents
opportunities, it also presents challenges, spreading the population out geographically and making it difficult
to maintain a sufficient level of service.
In order to fully assess and better understand the needs and priorities of residents, this plan divided the city
into multiple planning areas. These planning areas are intentionally consistent with those identified as part of
the Buckeye Library Master Plan (2023).
These planning areas were used in identifying demographics and trends. The community engagement
strategy also utilized these areas for survey responses and for identifying public outreach meeting locations.
Gathering input from a broad and diverse cross-section of the community was of vital importance. More
details on the plan’s community engagement can be found in chapter 3 of this document.
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Central
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Sun Valley
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West
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Buckeye
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Buckeye
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Baseline Rd
Monroe Ave
Beloat Rd
Miller Rd
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The City of Buckeye and other agency partners have completed recent and relevant planning studies. This
plan’s goals and recommendations were formed in the context of the following key planning documents.
• Imagine Buckeye: General Plan 2040 (2018)
• Buckeye In Motion Transportation Master Plan (2019)
• Buckeye Active Transportation Plan (2019)
• Buckeye Library Master Plan (2023)
• Buckeye Low Impact Development (LID) Manual (2023)
• Buckeye Wildlife Corridors Best Management Practice Guide (2021)
• Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Parks Vision 2030 Plan (2023)
• White Tank Mountains Conservancy (WTMC) Conceptual Wildlife Linkage Report (2024).
• Flood Control District of Maricopa County (FCDMC) Sun Valley Area Drainage Master Plan (ADMP)
Update (2023)
• FCDMC Buckeye ADMP
• Downtown Buckeye Specific Area Plan (2024)
• The Landing Specific Area Plan (2024) (On-going)
• El Rio District Area Plan (2019)
• El Rio Trail Assessment Plan (2020)
• Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA) Regional Open Space Plan (2018)
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s goals and recommendations align with Council’s Strategic Plan
2025-2028 and its identified focus areas:
This plan update was one of the identified specific activities under the Safe and Sustainable Quality of
Life category.
Buckeye is committed to providing the best quality of life for our residents.
A place they can be proud of while raising a family, working close to home, and enjoying
our unique amenities.
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Innovative and
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Organization
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Alignment with Key Planning Documents
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The master planning process enables the City to assess parks, recreation, open space, and trail needs and
interests of the community. It enables city leaders to prioritize resource allocation decisions for existing and
new amenities and facilities, programs, services, and overall maintenance of the system. The Buckeye Parks
and Recreation Master Plan provides the following for the community:
• Evaluates the existing park system and levels of service
• Documents priorities, trends, and demands of the current population and charts a long-range plan for
accommodating anticipated population growth and demographic evolution
• Informs the community about park needs and the system’s community assets
• Develops an implementation plan that outlines potential funding sources, visionary capital improvement
projects, and operations and maintenance implications
• Prioritizes capital improvement projects for both existing parks and future park facilities based on
community needs
• Guides critical decisions about parks and recreation facilities, infrastructure, programs, and services
• Develops requirements and design guidelines for future park and trail improvements.
This long-range plan is designed to be flexible and adapt to constantly evolving circumstances. It is intended
to be a working document that will guide parks and recreation efforts, resources, and funding over at least a
10-year period.
The plan is organized by goals and recommendations. They are defined as follows:
How to Use This Plan
Goals
Goals are high-level ideals that support the
values and outcomes the master plan aims
to achieve. These are key themes that have
emerged through stakeholder and community
engagement that align with the City’s vision for
the future.
Recommendations
Recommendations are organized by short-, mid-,
or long-term actions the City may take to realize
the goals and embody the values of the plan. For
the purposes of this plan, short term is defined
as 1 to 5 years, mid term is defined as 6 to 10
years, and long term is defined as 10+ years.
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Demographics and Trends Analysis Introduction
A key component of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan is a Demographics and Recreation Trends Analysis.
The purpose of this analysis is to provide Buckeye’s Community Services Department (“Department”) insight
into the makeup of the population they serve and identify market trends in recreation. The report also helps
to quantify the market in and around the City of Buckeye, Arizona (“City”) and assists in providing a better
understanding of the types of parks, facilities, and services used to satisfy the needs of residents.
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Race and Ethnicity Definitions
The minimum categories for data on race and ethnicity for Federal statistics, program administrative
reporting, and civil rights compliance reporting are defined below. The Census 2020 data on race are not
directly comparable with data from the 2010 Census and earlier censuses; therefore, caution must be used
when interpreting changes in the racial composition of the US population over time. The latest (Census 2020)
definitions and nomenclature are used within this analysis.
Please note: The Census Bureau states that the race and ethnicity categories generally reflect social definitions in the
U.S. and are not an attempt to define race and ethnicity biologically, anthropologically, or genetically. We recognize that
the race and ethnicity categories include racial, ethnic, and national origins and sociocultural groups. They define Race
as a person’s self-identification with one or more of the following social groups: White, Black, or African American, Asian,
American Indian, and Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander, some other race, or a combination of
these. Ethnicity is defined as whether a person is of Hispanic/Latino origin or not. For this reason, the Hispanic/Latino
ethnicity is viewed separate from race throughout this demographic analysis.
*Race
Demographic Analysis
This analysis is two-fold; it aims to identify the who
and the what. First, it assesses the demographic
characteristics and population projections
of Buckeye residents to understand who the
Department serves. Second, recreational trends are
examined on a national and local level to understand
what the population may want to do. Findings from
this analysis establish a fundamental understanding
that provides a basis for prioritizing the community
need for parks, trails, facilities, and recreation
programs. The Demographic Analysis describes
the population in Buckeye. This assessment is
reflective of the City’s total population and its
key characteristics such as age, race, and income
levels. It is important to note that future projections
are based on historical patterns and unforeseen
circumstances during or after the time of the analysis
could have a significant bearing on the validity of
projected figures. Figure 1 provides an overview of
Buckeye’s populace based on current estimates of
the 2023 and 2024 population. A further analysis of
each of these demographic characteristics can be
found in Section 1.1.3.
Demographic data used for the analysis was
obtained from U.S. Census Bureau and from
Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.
(ESRI), the largest research and development
organization dedicated to Geographical Information
Systems (GIS) and specializing in population
projections and market trends. The 2024 ‘total
population’ data for this analysis was obtained from
the Maricopa Association of Governments. All other
data was acquired in June 2023 and reflects actual
numbers as reported in the 2020 Census. ESRI then
estimates the current population (2023) as well as a 5-year projection (2028). The plan then utilized PROS
straight line linear regression to forecast demographic characteristics for 10 and 15-year projections (2033
and 2038).
Please note: Some data has yet to be released from the 2020 Census, resulting in certain analyses utilizing 2010
Census data instead (e.g., age segmentation).
American Indian
or Alaska Native
A person having origins in
any of the original peoples
of North and South America
(including Central America),
and who maintains tribal
affiliation or community
attachment.
Hispanic or Latino
A person of Cuban, Mexican,
Puerto Rican, South or
Central American, or other
Spanish culture or origin,
regardless of race.
Asian*
A person having origins in
any of the original peoples
of the Far East, Southeast
Asia, or the Indian
subcontinent including, for
example, Cambodia, China,
India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia,
Pakistan, the Philippine
Islands, Thailand, and
Vietnam.
Native Hawaiian
or Other Pacific
Islander
A person having origins in
any of the original peoples
of Hawaii, Guam, Samoa, or
other Pacific Islands.
Black or African
American*
A person having origins in
any of the black racial groups
of Africa.
White*
A person having origins in
any of the original peoples of
Europe, the Middle East, or
North Africa.
Income
• Median Household: $91,360
• Per Capita: $35,674
• Continued economic
growth through 2038
Population
• 2024 Population: 119,110
• Annual growth rate: 7.10%
• Total Households: 34,663
Race and Ethnicity
• 57% White Alone*
• 7% Black or African American*
• 39% Hispanic/Latino
Age
• Median age: 34.5
• Largest age segment: 35-54
• Continued growth of 0-17
population through 2038
Figure 1: Demographic Overview of Buckeye, AZ
*Race
Methodology
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Population
Buckeye has a rapidly growing population that ranges from moderate to large yearly increases; in fact,
the population has increased from 51,379 in 2010 to an estimated 119,110 in 2024. Buckeye’s population is
expected to continue to grow exponentially in the following 15 years, where it is projected to reach 227,928
residents by 2039 (Figure 3). The total number of households has also grown at a consistent rate proportional
to the population growth, increasing from 14,455 in 2010 to an estimated 34,663 in 2024. By 2039, it is
estimated that there will be 51,399 total households within Buckeye, which is likely to continue growing
(Figure 4).
Figure 3: Buckeye’s Total Population and Annual Growth Rate (Source Maricopa Area Governments)
Figure 4: Buckeye’s Total Households and Annual Growth Rate (Source: ESRI)
Demographic Analysis
Boundary
The City of Buckeye boundaries shown
below were utilized for the demographic
analysis (Figure 2).
Figure 2: Service Area
City Populace
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Race
Analyzing race, Buckeye’s current population makeup is majority ‘White Alone’, with the 2023 estimate
showing 57% of the population falling into the White Alone category, along with ‘Two or More Races’ (16%),
and ‘Some Other Race’ (16%), representing the two runner-up categories. Predictions for 2028 and beyond
expect the population to steadily diversify, with a decrease in the White Alone population, and minor
increases to most other race categories. Within this change, the ‘Two or More Races’ category will increase
the most from 16% to 20% by 2038 (Figure 6).
Ethnicity
Buckeye’s population was also assessed
based on Hispanic/Latino ethnicity, which
by the Census Bureau definition is viewed
independently from race. It is important to
note that individuals who are Hispanic/Latino
in ethnicity can also identify with any racial
categories identified above.
Based on the current 2023 estimate, people
of Hispanic/Latino origin represent 39% of
Buckeye’s population, which is well above the
national average (19% Hispanic/Latino) and
slightly above the state of Arizona average
(33% Hispanic/Latino). The City’s Hispanic/
Latino population has experienced a minor
increase over time and is expected to continue
growing slightly to 40% of Buckeye’s total
population by 2038 (Figure 7).
Figure 7: Buckeye’s Hispanic Population (Source: ESRI)
Figure 6: Buckeye’s Population by Race (Source: ESRI)
Age Segmentation
The largest age segments of Buckeye’s current population are 35-54 (27%), 18-34 (24%), and 0-12 (20%),
comprising a relatively well-distributed City population. Within the community, there is an aging trend with
people between the ages of 18-34, decreasing from making up 31% of the population in 2010 to making up
22% of the population by 2038; however, the 0-12 age range has begun to compensate with a 3% growth
increase from 2010 to 2038. The median age has risen from 31.1 in 2010 to 34.5 in 2023, but is projected
to decrease slightly in the coming years. Therefore, the amenities updated and developed for Buckeye
should likely be designed to be appealing for an increasing middle-aged demographic, while also remaining
accessible for the elderly and young children (Figure 5).
Figure 5: Buckeye’s Population by Age Segments (Source ESRI)
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City Populace by Planning Regions
This Demographic analysis also takes an in-depth look at the different segments of Buckeye and their
respective populations and demographics. These geographic community segments (of which there are
7) comprise the City of Buckeye population as a whole; however, analyzing them individually can give
the Department a better understanding of specific needs in different parts of the community, in terms of
programming, recreation facilities, staffing, and more. Figure 10 shows the planning regions highlighted in
this analysis.
The strategic planning region framework organizes the 640 square mile city. Planning regions are roughly
aligned by existing council districts and informed by existing residential and approved planned residential
developments, as well as natural dividing barriers, such as the railway line that largely separates more
rural residential Historic Buckeye from newly developed residential communities in Central Buckeye. All
are intentionally named by cardinal directions or significant identifiers, such as Sun Valley Parkway’s major
arterial thoroughfare. Each of the seven (7) planning regions serve a 15-minute driving radius or less by
existing roads, implying that parks and recreation facilities, services or programs can be reached from any
point in the region within a 15-minute drive time. These parameters may change based on new roadways
and residential developments. Nevertheless, it is distance that defines accessibility in Buckeye above all
else. This plan recommends using a regional framework for future planning as growth dictates.
Income Characteristics
When analyzing income, the per capita income is that earned by an individual while the median household
income is based on the total income of everyone over the age of sixteen living within the same household.
Buckeye’s per capita income ($35,674) is slightly below the state of Arizona average ($39,819), while Buckeye’s
median household income ($91,360) is well above the Arizona average ($74,568), and a similar trend is
noticeable regarding national averages ($41,804 and $74,755). The relative difference between the per capita
income being significantly lower than the median household income is potentially explained by two things:
(1) many households may include two or more earners, and (2) a potentially wide distribution of income levels
among residents could attribute to a higher median household income than a per capita income. Buckeye
projects to increase in both median household and per capita income, where the averages are expected to
increase to $55,192 and $132,670 respectively by 2038. These relatively significant income projections should
be taken into consideration when the Department is pricing programs, calculating cost recovery goals, or
planning out amenities for potential parks and trail systems (Figures 8 and 9).
Figure 8: Income Characteristics of Buckeye (Source: ESRI)
Figure 9: Comparative Income Characteristics of Buckeye (Source: ESRI)
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The following chart illustrates the population (and the subsequent population growth) of each planning
region. The tabular data is featured in the table that follows.
Through this analysis of each segment of Buckeye’s
population, we can see some major trends and
differences between each area. While Central
Buckeye and East Buckeye have long remained the
most populous segments of the City, recent growth
(since 2010) and projections for future growth (up
to 2038) see that gap increasing exponentially, with
Central Buckeye itself projected to host a population
of over 80,000 by 2038. Alternatively, some Buckeye
segments (like South Buckeye and West Buckeye)
have stagnated and even decreased in population.
Potential reasons for a decrease in population in
South Buckeye and West Buckeye include:
• Residential growth is occurring in the north
• Farmland in the south is transitioning into
industrial and commercial
• Population is ageing
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The following chart illustrates each planning region’s total households in comparison to the population
(and the subsequent population growth) of each segment. This growth is nearly identical to each segment’s
population growth, which is reflected in the previous section. Something to note is that the only two sections
to have a projected negative household growth (West Buckeye and South Buckeye) are both expecting to
have negative population growth to accompany that data.
(Source: ESRI)
In the table to the right,
we can also see the annual
growth rate of each
population segment. This
annual growth rate allows
us to understand how each
population segment grew
in certain time periods, and
how they project to grow in
the future. For reference, the
national annual growth rate
from 2020 to 2023 was 0.61%,
while the projected national
annual growth rate for 2023 to 2038 is 0.30%. The colors in the table above are associated growth rate, with
those higher growth rates tending towards the green end of the color gradient and slower rates tending
towards the orange end of the gradient.
In the chart below, we can see this data visualized to demonstrate the growth trends that each segment has
experienced and can expect to experience in the future. This data ultimately reflects the population trends
seen in the previous chart, with most population segments expected to slow down in growth for the next 5
years, but potentially rise back to 2010-2020 and 2020-2023 levels by 2028.
(Source: ESRI)
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Planning Region Families
The following chart illustrates each segment’s total households in comparison to the number of families
of each planning region. Buckeye’s total households is considered to be any group of people living within
a home, which is the designation typically used to calculate statistics like median household income.
Alternatively, families are those who are related to each other while still living in the same household.
As seen below, we can see a slight downward trend in the percentage of households that are families within all
regions of Buckeye. While some segments project to have an upturn in that statistic by 2028, this may indicate
a few potential outcomes that include, but are not limited to, identifying where there may be greater needs for
family-focused recreational programming.
(Source: ESRI)
Planning Region Age Demographics
The charts below and on the following page illustrate
the age segmentations of each specific Buckeye
community planning region. These charts indicate
some widely varying age segments. For example, while
some of the larger segments have age segmentation
data that closely reflects Buckeye as a whole, some
of the smaller communities (like South Buckeye and
North Buckeye) have data that reflect populations
that are either much more youthful, middle-aged,
or elderly. The age data should prove useful when
trying to provide location specific programming to
community members; for example, offering senior
programming in North Buckeye would likely be more
effective than hosting senior programming in younger
parts of the community.
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Demographic Implications
Buckeye’s rising population trends may indicate a need to remain apprised of
the interests of all ages, especially middle-aged and adolescent populations
which are fast growing age segments of the population. This could include,
but not be limited to e-sports, young adult programming, nature and outdoor
adventure programming, and career development programming. Adding more
recreational activities for the active adult population, such as exercise classes or
recreational leagues, may also prove to be beneficial in keeping the population
active. In addition to adults, the increasingly high percentage of children under
the age of 13 may also give the City a better idea of what offerings may serve the
community best, including youth and family programming.
Buckeye’s high household and moderate per capita income characteristics
suggest potential disposable income at the individual and family level. The
Department should be mindful of this when pricing programs and events and
considering amenities, while staying aware of the projected upward income
trend that they can expect over the next decade. This indicates a certain
elasticity in the market for supporting programs that feature a higher cost to the
user or participant.
Finally, Buckeye should ensure its diversifying population is reflected in its
offerings, marketing/communications, and public outreach. With increasing
diversity in both race and age, as well as uncommonly high population
growth, Buckeye should remain prepared to change its offerings over time.
The growing diversity of residents create the potential need for marketing and
communications to feature multi-language content, as well as programs and
events that reflect of the diversity of residents. Additional arts and cultural
events and programs, events that celebrate unique cultures and heritages,
and sports/recreational activities that have culture-based origins are all
opportunities for consideration.
In comparison to the United States average (0.61%), Buckeye had a very high
annual growth rate from 2020 to 2023 (7.1%). Although the annual growth rate
is projected to decrease to 2.94% from 2023 to 2038, this surge in population
growth should be considered and accounted for when planning new amenities
and offerings for the community, as well as the maintenance and upkeep of
current offerings. Buckeye is growing rapidly in many sectors of the community
in which there is a shortage of existing park and recreation amenities or facilities.
Growing both sites/facilities, as well as programs in regions of the community
that are experiencing significant growth is important.
While it is important not to generalize recreation needs and priorities based solely on demographics, the
analysis suggests some potential implications for Buckeye:
Planning Region Household Income
The following chart illustrates and compares each Buckeye community planning region’s median household
income, including the City of Buckeye as a whole.
(Source: ESRI)
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Recreation Trends Analysis
National Trends In Recreation
Methodology
The Sports and Fitness Industry Association’s (SFIA) Sports, Fitness & Leisure Activities Topline Participation
Report 2023 was utilized in evaluating the following trends:
• National Recreation Participatory Trends
• Core vs. Casual Participation Trends
The study is based on findings from surveys conducted in 2022 by the Sports Marketing Surveys USA (SMS),
resulting in a total of 18,000 online interviews. Surveys were administered to all genders, ages, income levels,
regions, and ethnicities to allow for statistical accuracy of the national population. A sample size of 18,000
completed interviews is considered by SFIA to result in a high degree of statistical accuracy. A sport with a
participation rate of five percent has a confidence interval of plus or minus 0.32 percentage points at a 95
percent confidence level. Using a weighting technique, survey results are applied to the total U.S. population
figure of 305,439,858 people (ages six and older).
The purpose of the report is to establish levels of activity and identify key participatory trends in recreation
across the U.S. This study looked at 120 different sports/activities and subdivided them into various
categories including: sports, fitness, outdoor activities, aquatics, etc.
The Trends Analysis provides an understanding of national, regional, and local recreational trends as well
as recreational interest by age segments. Trends data used for this analysis was obtained from Sports and
Fitness Industry Association’s (SFIA), National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), and Environmental
Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI). All trend data is based on current and/or historical participation rates,
statistically valid survey results, or NRPA Park Metrics.
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Overall Participation Nationally
Core vs. Casual Participation
In addition to overall participation rates, SFIA further categorizes active participants as either core or casual
participants based on frequency of participation. Core participants have higher participatory frequency than
casual participants. The thresholds that define casual versus core participation may vary based on the nature
of each individual activity. For instance, core participants engage in most fitness activities more than fifty
times per year, while for sports, the threshold for core participation is typically 13 times per year.
In each activity, core participants are more committed and tend to be less likely to switch to other activities or
become inactive (engage in no physical activity) than causal participants. This may also explain why activities
with more core participants tend to experience less pattern shifts in participation rates than those with larger
groups of casual participants. Increasing for the fifth straight year, 158.1 million people were considered CORE
participants in 2022.
Figure 11: Total Core Actives (Source: SFIA)
Approximately 236.9 million people ages six and over reported being active in 2022, which is a 1.9% increase
from 2021 and the greatest number of active Americans in the last 6 years. This is an indicator that Americans
are continuing to make physical activity more of a priority in their lives. Outdoor activities continue to thrive,
recreation facilities have reopened, fitness at home maintains popularity, and team sports are slowly reaching
pre-pandemic participation levels. The chart below depicts participation levels for active and inactive (those
who engage in no physical activity) Americans over the past 6 years.
Figure 10: Active vs. Nonactive Trend (Source: SFIA)
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Participation By Generation
The following chart shows 2022 participation rates by generation. Fitness sports continue to be the go-
to means of exercise for Boomers, Gen X, and Millennials. Over half of the Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z
generation participated in one type of outdoor activity. Team sports were heavily dominated by generation
Gen Z and nearly a third of Gen X also participated in individual sports such as golf, trail running, triathlons,
and bowling.
Figure 12: Participation by Generation
(Source: SFIA)
Highlights
Team sports participation rate increased to 23.2% which is near 2019 participation levels. Pickleball continues
to be the fastest growing sport in America by doubling its participation in 2022. Following the popularity of
pickleball, every racquet sport also increased in total participation in 2022.
Americans have continued to practice yoga, attend Pilates training, workout with kettlebells, start indoor
climbing, and taken to the hiking trail. The waterways traffic has had an increase of stand-up paddlers,
kayaks, and jet skis. Gymnastics, swimming on a team, court volleyball, and fast-pitch softball also benefited
from the participation boom created from the Olympics.
Water sports had the largest gain in participation rates. Activities such as jet skiing, scuba diving, and
boardsailing/windsurfing all contributed to the 7% increase. Outdoor sports continued to grow with 55%
percent of the U.S. population participating. This rate remains higher than pre-pandemic levels with a 51%
participation rate in 2019. The largest contributor to this gain was trail running, having a 45% increase over
the last five years.
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National Trends In General Sports
Core vs. Casual Trends In General Sports
General sport activities, basketball, court volleyball, and slow pitch softball have a larger core participant
base (participate 13+ times per year) than casual participant base (participate 1-12 times per year). Due to
the COVID-19 pandemic, most activities showed a decrease in their percentage of core participants. However,
there were significant increases in the percentage of casual participation for basketball, baseball, pickleball,
outdoor soccer, flag football, badminton, and indoor soccer in the past year. Please see Appendix A for the full
Core vs. Casual Participation breakdown.
Figure 13: General Sports National Participatory Trends (Source: SFIA)
Participation Levels
The top sports most heavily participated in the United States were basketball (28.1 million), golf (25.6 million),
and tennis (23.6 million) which have participation figures well more than the other activities within the general
sports category. Baseball (15.5 million), and outdoor soccer (13.0 million) round out the top five.
The popularity of basketball, golf, and tennis can be attributed to the ability to compete with a small number
of participants. Basketball’s overall success can also be attributed to the limited amount of equipment needed
to participate and the limited space requirements necessary, which makes basketball the only traditional
sport that can be played at most American dwellings as a drive-way pickup game. Golf continues to benefit
from its wide age segment appeal and is considered a life-long sport. In addition, target type game venues or
golf entertainment venues have increased drastically (86.2%) as a 5-year trend, using golf entertainment (e.g.,
Top Golf) as a new alternative to breathe life back into the game of golf.
(Source: ESRI)
5-Year Trend
Since 2017, pickleball (185.7%), golf -
entertainment venues (86.2%), and tennis
(33.4%) have shown the largest increase in
participation. Similarly, basketball (20.3%) and
outdoor soccer (9.2%) have also experienced
significant growth. Based on the five-year trend
from 2017-2022, the sports that are most rapidly
declining in participation include ultimate
frisbee (-31.5%), rugby (-28.1%), and roller hockey
(-25.4%).
1-Year Trend
The most recent year shares some similarities
with the five-year trends; with pickleball
(85.7%) and golf - entertainment venues (25.7%)
experiencing some of the greatest increases in
participation this past year. Other top one-year
increases include racquetball (8.0%), badminton
(7.1%), and gymnastics (7.1%).
Sports that have seen moderate 1-year increases,
but 5-year decreases are racquetball (8.0%),
gymnastics (7.1%), and court volleyball (4.2%).
Similar to their 5-year trend, rugby (-5.8%), roller
hockey (-4.0%), and ultimate frisbee (-2.2%) have
seen decreases in participation over the last year.
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Core vs. Casual Trends In General Fitness
Participants of walking for fitness are mostly core users (participating 50+ times) and have seen a 1.5% growth in
the last five years. Please see Appendix A for the full core vs. casual participation breakdown.
Figure 14: General Fitness National Participatory Trends (Source: SFIA)
Participation Levels
Overall, national participatory trends in fitness have experienced growth in recent years. Many of these
activities have become popular due to an increased interest among Americans to improve their health and
enhance quality of life by engaging in an active lifestyle. The most popular general fitness activities in 2022
also were those that could be done at home or in a virtual class environment. The activities with the most
participation was walking for fitness (114.8 million), treadmill (53.6 million), free weights (53.1 million),
running/jogging (47.8 million), and yoga (33.6 million).
(Source: ESRI)
5-Year Trend
Over the last five years (2017-2022), the activities
growing at the highest rate were trail running
(44.9%), yoga (23.0%), Pilates training (14.0%)
and dance, step & choreographed exercise.
Over the same period, the activities that have
undergone the biggest decline in participation
include group stationary cycling (-33.4%),
cross-training style workout (-32.1%) and non-
traditional/off road triathlons (-28.1%).
1-Year Trend
In the last year, fitness activities with the largest
gains in participation were group-related
activities, cardio kickboxing (8.5%), Pilates
training (5.8%), and group stationary cycling
(5.5%). Trail running (5.9%) also saw a moderate
increase indicating trail connectivity to continue
to be important for communities to provide.
In the same span, fitness activities that had
the largest decline in participation were cross-
training style workout (-5.3%), bodyweight
exercise (-2.6%) and running/jogging (-2.4%).
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Core vs. Casual Trends In Outdoor/Adventure Recreation
Most outdoor activities have experienced participation growth in the last five-years. Although this is a positive
trend, it should be noted that all outdoor activities participation, besides adventure racing, consist primarily
of casual users. Please see Appendix A for the full core vs. casual participation breakdown.
Figure 15: Outdoor/Adventure Participatory Trends (Source: SFIA)
Participation Levels
Results from the SFIA report demonstrate rapid growth in participation regarding outdoor/adventure
recreation activities. Much like general fitness activities, these activities encourage an active lifestyle, can
be performed individually, and are not as limited by time constraints. In 2022, the most popular activities, in
terms of total participants include day hiking (59.5 million), road bicycling (43.6 million), freshwater fishing
(41.8 million), camping (37.4 million), and wildlife viewing (20.6 million).
(Source: ESRI)
5-Year Trend
From 2017-2022, sport/bouldering (174.8%),
camping (42.5%), skateboarding (41.3%), day
hiking (32.7%), and birdwatching (28.6%) have
undergone large increases in participation. The
five-year trend also shows activities such as
indoor climbing (-51.4%) and adventure racing
(-32.2%) to be the only activities with double-
digit decreases in participation.
1-Year Trend
The one-year trend shows most activities
growing in participation from the previous
year. The most rapid growth being in sport/
boulder climbing (151.1%), BMX bicycling (8.3%),
birdwatching (6.8%), and in-line roller skating
(4.7%). Over the last year, the only activities
that underwent decreases in participation were
indoor climbing (-56.9%), adventure racing
(-6.1%), and overnight backpacking (-0.9%).
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National Trends In Aquatics
Core vs. Casual Trends In Aquatics
All activities in aquatic trends have undergone an increase in casual participation (1-49 times per year) over
the last five years. Please see Appendix A for full core vs. casual participation breakdown.
Figure 16: Aquatics Participatory Trends (Source: SFIA)
Participation Levels
Swimming is deemed a lifetime activity, which is why it continues to have such strong participation. In 2022,
fitness swimming remained the overall leader in participation (26.3 million) amongst aquatic activities.
(Source: ESRI)
5-Year Trend
Assessing the five-year trend, fitness swimming
(-3.2%) and swimming on a team (-3.4%)
experienced moderate decreases While
aquatic exercise (2.1%) saw a slight increase in
participation during this same time period.
1-Year Trend
In 2022, all aquatic activities saw moderate
increases in participation which can be asserted
to facilities and programs returning to pre-
COVID-19 pandemic levels. Swimming on a
team (2.8%), aquatic exercise (2.7%) and fitness
swimming (2.5%) saw moderate increases in
participation.
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National Trends In Water Sports/Activities
Core vs. Casual Trends In Water Sports/Activities
As mentioned previously, regional, seasonal, and environmental limiting factors may influence the
participation rate of water sports and activities. These factors may also explain why all water-based
activities have drastically more casual participants than core participants, since frequencies of activities
may be constrained by uncontrollable factors. Please see Appendix A for the full core vs. casual
participation breakdown.
Figure 17: Water Sports/Activities National Participatory Trends (Source: SFIA)
Participation Level
The most popular water sports/activities based on total participants in 2022 were recreational kayaking (13.6
million), canoeing (9.5 million), and snorkeling (7.4 million). It should be noted that water activity participation
tends to vary based on regional, seasonal, and environmental factors. A region with more water access and
a warmer climate is more likely to have a higher participation rate in water activities than a region that has a
long winter season or limited water access. Therefore, when assessing trends in water sports and activities, it
is important to understand that fluctuations may be the result of environmental barriers which can influence
water activity participation.
(Source: ESRI)
(Source: ESRI)
5-Year Trend
Over the last five years, surfing (37.8%),
recreational kayaking (28.7%), stand-up paddling
(13.6%) and white-water kayaking (9.0%) were
the fastest growing water activities. From
2017-2022, activities declining in participation
were water skiing (-14.9%), snorkeling (-12.0%),
boardsailing/windsurfing (-11.6%), and sea/
touring kayaking (10.6%).
1-Year Trend
In 2022, water skiing (-0.6%) was the only
water activity to see a decrease in participation.
Activities which experienced the largest
increases in participation in the most recent
year include jet skiing (7.6%), scuba diving
(7.4%), boardsailing/windsurfing (7.2%), and
surfing (6.6%).
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Local Sport and Leisure Market Potential
The following charts show sport and leisure market potential data for Buckeye residents, as provided by ESRI.
Through a combination of surveys (like the MRI Survey of the American Consumer and the Doublebase Survey
from market research company MRI-Simmons), ESRI created the Market Potential Index (MPI). MPI measures
the probable demand for a product or service within each defined service area. The MPI shows the likelihood
that an adult resident will participate in certain activities when compared to the U.S. national average. The
national average is 100; therefore, numbers below 100 would represent lower than average participation
rates, and numbers above 100 would represent higher than average participation rates. The service area
is compared to the national average in four (4) categories – general sports, fitness, outdoor activity, and
commercial recreation.
It should be noted that MPI metrics are only one data point used to help determine community trends; thus,
programmatic decisions should not be based solely on MPI metrics.
Overall, when analyzing Buckeye’s MPIs, the data demonstrates mostly above average market potential
index (MPI) numbers in all assessed areas, with high potential in several more specific activities. For example,
Soccer and Rock Climbing both scored above the national average, while also outperforming most of their
other General Sports or Outdoor Activities counterparts according to the analysis. Something to note about
Buckeye’s MPI scores is that there are some widely varying scoring activities, as 24 of the assessed activities
are below the national average, and 22 of the measured 46 activities scored above the national average of 100.
This becomes significant when the Department considers starting new programs or building new facilities,
giving them a strong tool to estimate resident attendance and participation for specific programming
and amenities.
The following charts compare MPI scores for 46 sport and leisure activities that are prevalent for residents
within Buckeye. The activities are categorized by activity type and listed in descending order, from highest to
lowest MPI score. High index numbers (100+) are significant because they demonstrate that there is a greater
likelihood that residents within the service area will actively participate in those offerings provided by
the Department.
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Fitness Market Potential
Assessing MPI scores for the Fitness Activity category reveals that Buckeye’s fitness activities are mostly above
the national average. Of these activities, Zumba (112), Weight Lifting (107), and Aerobics (104) scored the
highest. Alternatively, the lowest scored activities were Yoga (99), Pilates (98), and Walking for Exercise (93), all
scoring just slightly below the US average. (Figure 19).
Figure 19: Fitness MPI for Buckeye (Source: ESRI)
General Sports Market Potential
The following chart shows that six of Buckeye’s recorded General Sports are above the national average
regarding MPI, with Soccer (124), Football (113), and Basketball (109) taking the top three spots, followed
by Volleyball (104), Golf (103), and Baseball (102). Despite having a single major outlier (Softball, scoring at 78)
and a below average score for Tennis (92), the majority of Buckeye’s general sports MPI is still firmly above
the US average.
Figure 18: General Sports MPI for Buckeye (Source: ESRI)
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Commercial Recreation Market Potential
The Commercial Recreation MPI category reveals that most of the City’s recorded Commercial Recreation
activities are below the national average, with a few exceptions. Some of the most popular activities in
the service area were ‘Attended Adult Education Course’ scoring 108 and ‘Visited a Zoo’ at 104. The types
of activities that are popular in Buckeye are diverse; destination activities and sports activities alike have
similarly high ratings across the board, though sport activities seem to be the strongest user base. One thing
to note is the relatively high willingness to spend money on sports or recreational equipment, as the ‘Spent
$1-$99’ category scored at 108, and the ‘Spent $250+’ category scored at 101. Paired with the other MPI ratings
(General Sports, Fitness, and Outdoor Activity), these activities could signal potential target areas for new
facilities, funding, or programs for the Department (Figure 21).
Figure 21: Commercial Recreation MPI for Buckeye (Source: ESRI)
Outdoor Activity Market Potential
Buckeye’s Outdoor Activity MPI chart reflected strong scores in most of the recorded activities; the City scored
higher than the US average on 5 of the 9 activities, with the most popular activities being Rock Climbing
(129), Mountain Biking (116), and Backpacking (107). Alternatively, the lowest scores in the City’s Outdoor
Activity MPI belonged to Hiking (90), Freshwater Fishing (87), and Canoeing/Kayaking (83) (Figure 20). Though
some activities scored well below the national average, the Outdoor Activity MPI may be Buckeye’s strongest
category, with Rock Climbing being the highest scored activity in the analysis.
Figure 20: Outdoor Activity MPI for Buckeye (Source: ESRI)
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Demographics and Trends
Buckeye has a rapidly growing population that ranges from moderate to large yearly increases; in fact,
the population has increased from 51,379 in 2010 to an estimated 119,110 in 2024. Buckeye’s population is
expected to continue to grow exponentially in the following 15 years, where it is projected to reach 227,928
residents by 2039. The total number of households has also grown at a consistent rate proportional to the
population growth, increasing from 14,455 in 2010 to an estimated 34,663 in 2024. By 2039, it is estimated that
there will be 51,399 total households within Buckeye, which is likely to continue growing.
The largest age segments of Buckeye’s current population are 35-54 (27%), 18-34 (24%), and 0-12 (20%),
comprising a relatively well-distributed City population. Within the community, there is an aging trend with
people between the ages of 18-34, decreasing from making up 31% of the population in 2010 to making up
22% of the population by 2038; however, the 0-12 age range has begun to compensate with a 3% growth
increase from 2010 to 2038. The median age has risen from 31.1 in 2010 to 34.5 in 2023, but is projected
to decrease slightly in the coming years. Therefore, the amenities updated and developed for Buckeye
should likely be designed to be appealing for an increasing middle-aged demographic, while also remaining
accessible for the elderly and young children.
Through this analysis of each segment of Buckeye’s population, we can see some major trends and differences
between each planning area. While Central Buckeye and East Buckeye have long remained the most populous
segments of the city, recent growth (since 2010) and projections for future growth (up to 2038) see that gap
increasing exponentially, with Central Buckeye itself projected to host a population of over 80,000 by 2038.
Alternatively, some Buckeye segments (like South Buckeye and West Buckeye) have stagnated and even
decreased in population
Implications of Recreation Trends in Buckeye
Staying apprised of both national and regional trends in recreation activities and participation is important
for the Department to remain current and relevant to community interests. It also creates the opportunity to
introduce new activities or recreational opportunities to Buckeye that may be becoming prevalent elsewhere.
Based solely on this trends analysis, the following potential recommendations emerge:
• Develop/expand adult fitness and wellness programming
• Develop/expand additional sport courts (indoor or shaded)
• Expand outdoor adventure and nature-based programming and self-guided recreational opportunities in
the park system
• Develop/expand adult enrichment programs and classes (arts, culture, skill building, etc.)
• Develop/expand youth enrichment programs and classes (arts, culture, skill building, career/workforce
development, etc.)
• Develop a multi-generational recreation center that feature diverse opportunities for indoor recreation
including but not limited to court sports, fitness, wellness, dance, martial arts, play and leisure, and
community gathering.
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The community outreach and stakeholder engagement plan was tailored to provide Buckeye residents with
multiple ways to provide input and feedback throughout the entire planning process. The outreach included
traditional community workshops, attending citywide special events, individual interviews with leadership,
focus group meetings with user groups, and meetings specific to the seven planning areas. The project also
included a project website (www.planbuckeyeparks.com) to allow more opportunities to utilize online tools to
provide input and plan feedback. A statistically valid survey was also utilized to collect input as well. Finally,
the team went back to each of the seven planning areas to present findings/outcomes and solicit feedback
regarding plan recommendations.
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Website
Surveys
Share Your
Big Idea
Focus Group/
Stakeholder Meeting
Participants
Pop-Up Event
Participants
Interactive Map
Comments
Statistically
Valid Surveys
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1,068
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1,068
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Community
Outreach
Meeting Votes
Social
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Buckeye Air Fair | February 16, 17, and 18 | 2024
The Buckeye Air Fair in 2024 attracted over 30,000 attendees over the three-day weekend event. The fair
offered various performances and activities that captivated the large crowds. The event featured spectacular
aerial displays, airshows with breathtaking maneuvers and stunt performances and vendor activity areas.
The event also included a Kids Zone and Aviation Academy with a STEAM focus, providing fun and engaging
activities for younger attendees throughout the weekend. The City of Buckeye parks and recreation team was
onsite to kick off the Parks and Recreation Master Plan to provide information about the planning process,
answering questions and providing ways for the community to provide feedback regarding the park system,
amenities and programming. Friday included youth engagement as several schools within Buckeye conducted
field trips to the Air Fair. The parks team provided a LEGO bar and challenged the students to build their
ultimate playground.
February 16, 2024
February 17, 2024
Community Outreach Popup Summaries
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Amenities
Programming
Aquatic Facilities
Off Road Vehicle Trails
Dog Parks
Splash Pads
Indoor Walking Track
Playgrounds
Indoor Exercise Equipment
Hiking Trails
Camping Facilities
Fitness & Community Event
Outdoor Basketball Courts
Multi-use Paths
Recreation Center
Outdoor Exercise Equipment
Sand Volleyball Courts
Outdoor Pickleball Courts
Amphitheater Space
Outdoor Games
Multi-Use Fields
Baseball Fields
Disc Golf Course
Rental Spaces
Tennis Courts
Meeting Rooms
Special Events
Swim Lessons
Art Programs
Dance & Gymnastics
Youth Day Camps
Water Fitness Classes
Youth Sports Leagues
Art Performance
Educations Programs
Fitness & Wellness Classes
Environmental Classes
Adult Sports Leagues & Lessons
Special Interest Classes
Teen Programs/Lessons
Community Cafeteria
Senior Programs
Adaptive Recreation Programs
Intergenerational Programs
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The Buckeye Air Fair on Friday and Saturday included over 140 people providing input on the types of
amenities and programs within parks and recreation are most important to them and their family.
Buckeye Air Fair: Results
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Spring Celebration | March 23 | 2024
The Buckeye Spring Celebration was held at Sundance Park and was a joyous event filled with family-friendly
activities. The celebration featured bounce houses, crafts, face painting, and a variety of food and craft
vendors. Highlighting the festive atmosphere, families had the opportunity participate in easter egg hunts,
decorate Easter eggs and take photos with the Easter Bunny. The City of Buckeye parks and recreation team
was onsite providing information about the Parks and Recreation Master Plan planning process, answering
questions and providing ways for the community to provide feedback regarding the park system, amenities
and programming.
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Amenities
Aquatic Facilities
Splash Pads
Camping Facilities
Indoor Walking Track
Indoor Exercise Equipment
Playgrounds
Dog Parks
Outdoor Basketball Courts
Hiking Trails
Off Road Vehicle Trails
Recreation Center
Amphitheater Space
Outdoor Exercise Equipment
Outdoor Games
Outdoor Pickleball Courts
Disc Golf Course
Fitness & Community Event
Multi-use Paths
Rental Spaces
Baseball Fields
Multi-Use Fields
Sand Volleyball Courts
Tennis Courts
Meeting Rooms
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Programming
Youth Sports Leagues
Special Events
Swim Lessons
Dance & Gymnastics
Art Programs
Educations Programs
Special Interest Classes
Water Fitness Classes
Environmental Classes
Art Performance
Youth Day Camps
Teen Programs/Lessons
Adult Sports Leagues & Lessons
Fitness & Wellness Classes
Community Cafeteria
Senior Programs
Intergenerational Programs
Adaptive Recreation Programs
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The Buckeye Spring Celebration event on Saturday included over 135 people providing input on the types
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Community Workshop No. 1 | April/May | 2024
The Community Workshop No. 1 included a series of community site-specific open house meetings allowing
each planning area to represent and provide insights and feedback for the parks and recreation plan. This
allowed the team to identify specific programming and amenity needs for each of the site-specific planning
areas throughout the city. This included hosting six separate Community Workshop No. 1 Meetings which
included the following:
Community Workshop No. 1
Downtown Buckeye at City Hall on April 18, 2024
Festival Fire Station on April 24, 2024
Coyote Library on April 30, 2024
Buckeye Senior Center on May 1, 2024
Verrado Center on Main Street on May 1, 2024
Tartesso Fire Station on April 23, 2024
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Community Workshop No. 2 – Fired-Up | September/October | 2024
The City of Buckeye held a series of “Fired Up” meetings to provide the community with an opportunity to
learn about the bond initiatives for the upcoming election in November. The parks and recreation department
utilized this opportunity to also allow the community to review, validate and prioritize recommendations for
the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
Community Workshop No. 2 – Fired-Up
Westpark Elementary on September 18, 2024
Buckeye Senior Center on September 25, 2024
Sundance Active Adult Center on September 28, 2024
Tartesso Desert Sunset Elementary School on October 16, 2024
Verrado Center on Main Street on October 21, 2024
Festival Fire Station on October 22, 2024
Coyote Library on September 24, 2024
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Leverage existing partnerships with HOAs
Add pickleball courts to existing parks where
feasible
Leverage existing partnerships with private
developers
Implement formal volunteer program
Festival
Downtown
Verrado
West Valley/Seniors
Tartesso
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5
3
2
1
Downtown
Verrado
Tartesso
Festival
West Valley/Seniors
19
6
4
3
1
Verrado
Downtown
Festival
West Valley/Seniors
Tartesso
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4
1
1
0
Festival
Downtown
Tartesso
West Valley/Seniors
Verrado
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6
4
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GROW A WELL-
DISTRIBUTED PARKS
SYSTEM
REINVEST IN
EXISTING ASSETS
Leverage existing partnerships with school
districts
Implement Park range program
Recognize the need for and importance of
adaptive recreation and programming for users
of all ages
Create a gateway on the Monroe Avenue
realignment near Town Park, study connection
options between 6th street and City Hall for
events.
Festival
Verrado
Tartesso
Downtown
West Valley/Seniors
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4
2
1
0
Festival
Downtown
Verrado
Tartesso
West Valley/Seniors
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10
6
1
1
Downtown
Tartesso
Festival
Verrado
West Valley/Seniors
10
6
6
6
1
Downtown
Festival
Tartesso
West Valley/Seniors
Verrado
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1
0
0
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The following findings are from the "Fired Up" series of second round of community workshops
where participants were provided three star stickers to prioritize and provide feedback on the plan
recommendations. These seven meetings resulted in 162 participants.
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COMMUNITY
CONNECTIVITY
CELEBRATE
OUR NATURAL
RESOURCES
Explore partnership opportunities for nature center
with agencies and non-profit organizations
Create a trail connection between Skyline and
White Tank Mountain Regional Parks
Conduct a grant study on land purchase
opportunities
Connect Rivers to Ridges in the city
Downtown
Festival
Verrado
Tartesso
West Valley/Seniors
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8
7
2
0
Downtown
Festival
Verrado
Tartesso
West Valley/Seniors
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20
16
8
1
Festival
Downtown
Verrado
Tartesso
West Valley/Seniors
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2
2
1
0
Verrado
Downtown
Festival
Tartesso
West Valley/Seniors
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4
3
2
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Continue the investment in Rio Reimagined
Additional access points and trailheads to Skyline
Regional Park
Partner with FCDMC to maximize green
infrastructure drainage solutions as the need
develops
Create a ten-year Arts and Culture Plan
Downtown
Festival
Verrado
Tartesso
West Valley/Seniors
5
2
1
0
0
Downtown
Verrado
Festival
Tartesso
West Valley/Seniors
10
8
7
2
2
Downtown
Tartesso
Festival
Verrado
West Valley/Seniors
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3
2
1
Downtown
Festival
Verrado
Tartesso
West Valley/Seniors
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OPPORTUNITIES
Provide adaptive recreation programming
for all ages
Partner with HOAs to host special events in various
areas throughout the city
Festival
Verrado
Tartesso
Downtown
West Valley/Seniors
16
8
6
3
1
Downtown
Festival
Tartesso
Verrado
West Valley/Seniors
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8
7
6
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Assess partnership opportunities to expand
nature-based education programs
Explore opportunities to provide recreation
programming in master planned communities
Downtown
Tartesso
Festival
Verrado
West Valley/Seniors
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6
6
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Festival
Verrado
Downtown
Tartesso
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Agencies
• AZ Game and Fish
• Maricopa County
Parks and
Recreation
• Flood Control
District of Maricopa
County
• Buckeye Water
Conservation and
Drainage District
• Arlington Canal
Company
• Roosevelt Irrigation
District
• Bureau of Land
Management
• Bureau of
Reclamation
• US Fish and Wildlife
Non-Profits
• White Tank
Mountains
Conservancy
• Buckeye Main Street
Coalition
• Buckeye Woman’s
Club
• Buckeye Valley
Chamber of
Commerce
• Wickenburg Unified
School District
• Litchfield
Elementary School
District
• Buckeye Elementary
School District
• Buckeye Union High
School District
• Liberty Elementary
School District
• Saddle Mountain
Unified School
District
• Agua Fria Union
High School District
School Districts
• Development
Partners Group
• Buckeye Valley
Chamber Business
Connect
• Terravalis
Development Team
Private Development/
Businesses
Youth Sports
• Buckeye Little
League
• State 48 Soccer Club
• Buckeye Hawks
Youth Football
City Leadership
• Mayor
• City Council
• City Management
• Buckeye Youth
Council
• Buckeye Civic
Institute
• Planning and Zoning
Commission
• Community Services
Advisory Board
• Community Services
Management Team
• Economic
Development
• Communications
and Government
Affairs
• Development
Services
• Human Resources
• Public Works
• Engineering/Traffic
Community Services Team
In addition to community events and meetings, the Buckeye Parks and Recreation Master Plan utilized a
comprehensive process to engage the community, understand needs, and analyze the results of community
feedback. The Master Plan’s robust outreach process gathered input from staff, stakeholders, focus groups,
and residents. Meetings with the following stakeholders and focus groups were held to obtain a variety of
perspectives on the future of Buckeye Parks and Recreation.
Staff and Stakeholder Input
City of Buckeye
Community Engagement
User Group Input
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Statistically Valid Survey
Methodology
Overview
ETC Institute administered a parks and recreation needs assessment survey for the City of Buckeye during the
winter and spring of 2024. The purpose of the survey was to help determine parks and recreation priorities for
the community.
ETC Institute mailed a survey packet to a random sample of 4,000 households in the city of Buckeye. Each
survey packet contained a cover letter, a copy of the survey, and a postage-paid return envelope. Residents
who received the survey were given the option of returning the survey by mail or completing it online.
After the surveys were mailed, ETC Institute followed up with residents
to encourage participation. To prevent people who were not residents
of Buckeye from participating, everyone who completed the survey
online was required to enter their home address prior to submitting
their survey. ETC Institute then matched the addresses entered online
with the addresses originally selected for the random sample. If the
address from a survey completed online did not match one of the addresses selected for the sample, the
online survey was not included in the final database for this report.
The survey aimed to collect a minimum of 500 completed responses
from residents, and this target was surpassed with 524 completed
surveys collected. The overall results for the sample of 524 residents
have a precision of at least +/-4.27% at the 95% level of confidence.
The statistically valid survey results were further analyzed with the following:
• Charts showing the overall results of the survey
• Priority Investment Ratings (PIRs) which highlight the facilities and programs most needed in the
community
• Tabular data showing the results for all questions on the survey
• Cross tabular data
The major findings of the survey are summarized in the following pages.
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collected
Outside Organizations
Respondents were asked to select all the
organizations they used for recreation programs
and facilities. The top organizations selected were:
City of Buckeye (53%), HOA (35%), and neighboring
cities (27%).
Communication
Respondents were asked about the ways they
learned about the City’s facilities, programs,
and services. The common resources were: Eye
on Buckeye publication (71%), social media (39%),
and City website (28%).
Facilities Use
Seventy-seven percent (77%) of the respondents indicated that they have visited a facility in the past year. Then, they
gave ratings to the facilities that they have visited. Of those that visited a facility, 32% rated excellent, 50% rated good,
16% rated fair, and 1% rated poor. For those that have not visited any facilities in the past year, they selected barriers
that prevented them from either using them more often or at all. The common barriers were:
Parks Use
Thirty-nine percent (39%) indicated that they live within a 10-minute walk from a park. Those who were part of the 39%
of respondents that lived within a 10-minute walk from a park were asked if they used the park in the past year. Eighty-
seven percent (87%) of the respondents responded “yes.”
Programs Use
Respondents were asked if they had participated in any programs/activities in the past
year. Thirty-four percent (34%) responded “yes.” They gave ratings to those programs/
activities: 25% rated excellent, 54% rated good, 18% rated fair, and 2% rated poor. For
those that said they have not participated in programs/activities in the past year, they
selected barriers that prevented them from either using them more often or at all. The
reasons that were highly selected were: I don’t know what is offered (27%), facilities are
too far from my home (22%), and I do not know the locations (19%).
25%
rated excellent
54%
rated good
Use HOA Parks and facilities
in my neighborhood
51%
Too far from home
38%
Not aware of park or
facility locations
26%
4,000
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Benefits, Importance, and Improvements
to Parks and Recreation
Additional Findings
Agreement
Respondents were asked to rate their level of agreement with the statements about some potential benefits of
the City’s parks and recreation services. The most agreed statements were: preserve open space and protect the
environment (76%), make Buckeye a more desirable place to live (76%), and improve my household’s physical health
and fitness (72%).
Homeowners Association (HOA)
Respondents were asked if they live in a neighborhood that is managed by an HOA. Eighty-two percent (82%) responded
“yes.” Then, they were asked if they used any facilities/amenities/programs that were offered by their HOA. Fifty-one
percent (51%) responded “yes.” Then, they were asked how well their needs are met for those facilities/amenities/
programs they used: 12% said their needs were fully met, 37% said their needs were mostly met, 34% said their needs
were partly met, and 17% said their needs were not met.
Satisfaction
Respondents were asked to rate their level of satisfaction with the overall value your household receives from the City of
Buckeye Community Services Department. Nineteen percent (19%) rated very satisfied, 28% rated somewhat satisfied,
28% rated neutral, 8% rated somewhat satisfied, 4% rated very dissatisfied, and 13% don’t know.
Support
Respondents were asked to rate their level of support with each potential action (listed in the survey) to improve their
parks and recreation system. The most supported actions were: preserve open space & high-value natural resources
such as mountains, rivers, etc. (87%), develop new indoor recreation facilities (84%), and invest in updating and
improving existing City parks (81%). Respondents were asked to choose the improvements most important to their
household, the actions deemed most important were: construct new aquatic facilities (37%), preserve open space and
high-value natural resources such as mountains, rivers, etc. (31%), and develop new indoor recreation facilities (30%).
They also rated their level of support for funding options for preservation of open spaces and development of the parks
and recreation services: 40% were very supportive, 33% were somewhat supportive, 22% were not sure, and 5% were
not supportive.
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Based on the PIR, the following facilities were rated as high priorities for investment:
• Aquatic/pool facilities (PIR=185)
• Fitness and exercise facilities (PIR=163)
• Cultural centers for visual and performing arts (PIR=146)
• Outdoor adventure activities (PIR=136)*
• Indoor basketball/volleyball courts (PIR=128)
* Outdoor adventure activities include: Hiking, nature walks, camping, mountain biking, Off Highway Vehicles (OHV).
The three amenities with the highest percentage of households that have an unmet need:
Facility Needs
Respondents were asked to identify if their household had a need for 34 amenities and to rate how well their needs for
each were currently being met. Based on this analysis, ETC Institute was able to estimate the number of households in
the community that had the greatest “unmet” need for facilities.
Facility Importance
In addition to assessing the needs for each facility, ETC Institute also assessed the importance that residents placed on
each item. Based on the sum of respondents’ top four choices, these were the four facilities that ranked most important
to residents:
Priorities for Facility Investments
Priority Investment Ratings (PIR) was developed by ETC Institute to provide organizations with an objective tool for
evaluating the priority that should be placed on recreation and parks investments. The PIR equally weighs (1) the
importance that residents place on facilities and (2) how many residents have unmet needs for the facilities. Details
regarding the methodology for this analysis are provided in Section 3 of this chapter.
Fitness and
Exercise Facilities
2
Cultural centers for visual
and performing arts
3
Aquatic/pool
facilities
1
Picnic area
1
Natural areas/preserves
2
Multi-use paths
3
Fishing areas
4
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Recreation Programs/Activities Needs and Priorities
Based on the PIR, the following programs were rated as high priorities for investment:
• Hobby/interest classes (PIR=200)
• Fitness programs (PIR=176)
• Special events/festivals (PIR= 174)
• Art programs (PIR= 166)
• Family programming (PIR=151)
• Educational classes/lectures (PIR= 139)
• Nature programs/environmental education (PIR= 123)
The three programs/activities with the highest percentage of households that have an unmet need:
Program Needs
Respondents were asked to identify if their household had a need for 24 recreation programs and to rate how well
their needs for each were currently being met. Based on this analysis, ETC Institute was able to estimate the number of
households in the community that had the greatest “unmet” need for various programs.
Program Importance
In addition to assessing the needs for each program, ETC Institute also assessed the importance that residents
placed on each item. Based on the sum of respondents’ top four choices, these were the four programs that ranked
most important to residents:
Special events/
festivals
2
Art Performances
3
Hobby/interest
classes
1
Special events/
festivals
1
Hobby/interest classes
2
Fitness programs
3
Fitness programs
4
The chart below shows the PIR for each of the 34 programs assessed in the survey.
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Q1. Counting yourself, how many people
in your household are...
by percentage of persons in household
These results are a sampling showing alignment with the
City’s current demographics per household.
Q2. Have you or other members of your
household visited any parks or recreation
facilities offered by the City of Buckeye
during the past 12 months such as Sundance
Park, Earl Edgar Park, Town Park, Dr. Saide
Recreation Center, Sundance Recreation
Center, Senior Center, etc?
by percentage of respondents
Q2a. How would you rate the overall quality
of the City parks and recreation facilities
that you or members of your household have
visited during the past 12 months?
by percentage of respondents who have visited any parks or
recreation facilities (excluding “not provided”)
Q3. Do you live within a 10‐minute walk
from a park?
by percentage of respondents
Q3a. Have you used the park in the past
12 months?
by percentage of respondents who live within a 10‐minute
walk from a park (excluding “not provided”)
Q2b. Please check all the reasons why you have NOT visited or do not
visit City parks and recreation facilities offered by the City of Buckeye
more often.
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made)
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Q4. Have you or other members of your
household participated in any recreation
programs/activities offered by the City of
Buckeye during the past 12 months?
by percentage of respondents
Q4a. How would you rate the overall
quality of programs/activities that you
or members of your household have
participated in during the past 12 months?
by percentage of respondents (excluding “not provided”)
Q4b. Please check all the reasons why you have NOT participated in or do
not participate in programs offered by the City of Buckeye more often.
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made)
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Q5. Please CHECK ALL of the organizations you or members of your
household use for recreation programs and facilities.
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made)
Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements
about some potential benefits of Buckeye’s Parks and Recreation services.
by percentage of respondents (excluding “don’t know”)
Q7. Please rate your satisfaction with
the overall value your household receives
from the City of Buckeye Community
Services Department.
by percentage of respondents
Q8. How do you currently learn about recreation facilities, programs, and
services that are offered by the City of Buckeye?
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made)
Q9. Which two of the sources of information do you MOST prefer to use to
get information?
by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top two choices
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Q10. Needs for facilities and amenities that are currently not met
by percentage of respondents who indicated their needs were fully met or not met or no need.
Q10a. Estimated number of households who have a need for facilities
or amenities.
by number of households based on an estimated 28,105 households
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Q10b. How well needs are met for facilities and amenities.
by percentage of respondents (excluding “no need”)
Q10c. Estimated number of households whose needs for facilities and
amenities are only “partly met” or “not met”.
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Q11. Facilities and amenities most important to households.
by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top four choices
Q12. How well needs are met for programs and activities.
by percentage of respondents (excluding “no need”)
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and activities.
by number of households based on an estimated 28,105 households
Q12b. Needs for programs and activities that are currently not met.
by percentage of respondents who indicated they had a need
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Q12c. Estimated number of households whose needs for activities and
programs are only “partly met” or “not met”.
by number of households with need based on an estimated 28,105 households
Q13. Programs and activities most important to households.
by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top four choices
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Q14. Do you live in a neighborhood
managed by a homeowner’s
association (HOA)?
by percentage of respondents (excluding “not provided”)
Q14a. Do you or members of your
household use any facilities/amenities
or participate in any programs offered
by your HOA?
by percentage of respondents who indicated they live in a
neighborhood managed by a HOA
Q14b. How would you rate the overall
quality of the parks and/or recreation
amenities and programs offered by
your HOA?
by percentage of respondents who have used facilities/
amenities or participated in programs offered by HOA
(excluding “not provided”)
Q14c. Overall, how well are your
household’s needs for parks and
recreation amenities and programs
being met by your HOA?
by percentage of respondents who have used facilities/
amenities or participated in programs offered by HOA
(excluding “not provided”)
Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to
improve its parks and recreation system. Please indicate your support for
each potential action.
by percentage of respondents
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Q16. Which three improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST
important to your household?
by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top three choices
Q17. Please rate your level of support
for dedicated funding options that
enable the preservation of open spaces
and development of parks, trails,
and recreation facilities in Buckeye.
This could include revenue bonds, a
dedicated sales tax initiative similar to
Scottsdale, or other agreeable options.
by percentage of respondents
Q18. What is your age?
by percentage of respondents (excluding “not provided”)
Q19. Your gender?
by percentage of respondents (excluding “not provided”)
Q20. How many years have you lived in
the City of Buckeye?
by percentage of respondents (excluding “not provided”)
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Q21. Which of the following best describes your race/ethnicity?
by percentage of respondents
Q22. Would you say your total
annual household income is...
by percentage of respondents
Priority Investment Rating (PIR)
High Priority
High Priority Areas are those with a PIR of at least 100. A rating of 100 or above generally indicates there is a relatively
high level of unmet need and residents generally think it is important to fund improvements in these areas.
Improvements in this area are likely to have a positive impact on the greatest number of households.
Medium Priority
Medium Priority Areas are those with a PIR of 50-99. A rating in this range generally indicates there is a medium to high
level of unmet need or a significant percentage of residents generally think it is important to fund improvements in
these areas.
Low Priority
Low Priority Areas are those with a PIR below 50. A rating in this range generally indicates there is a relatively low level
of unmet need and residents do not think it is important to fund improvements in these areas. Improvements may be
warranted if the needs of very specialized populations are being targeted.
Overview
The PIR was developed by ETC Institute to provide governments with an objective tool for evaluating the
priority that should be placed on parks and recreation investments and identify the facilities/programs
residents think should receive the highest priority for investment. The PIR reflects the importance residents
place on items (sum of top 4 choices) and the unmet needs (needs that are only being met 50% or less) for
each facility/program relative to the facility/program that rated the highest overall. Since decisions related to
future investments should consider both the level of unmet need and the importance of facilities/programs,
the PIR weights each of these components equally.
The PIR reflects the sum of the Unmet Needs Rating (UNR) and the Importance Rating (IR) as shown in the
equation below:
For example, suppose the UNR for playgrounds is 26.5 (out of 100) and the IR for playgrounds is 52 (out of 100),
the PIR for playgrounds would be 78.5 (out of 200).
How to Analyze the Charts:
The following pages show the UNR, IR, and PIR for facilities and programs.
PIR = UNR + IR
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The rating for the item with the most unmet need=100
The rating of all other items reflects the relative amount of unmet need for each item compared to the item
with the most unmet need.
Importance Rating for Facilities and Amenities
The rating for the item rated as the most important=100
The rating of all other items reflects the relative level of importance for each item compared to the item rated
as the most important
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Investment Rating
Unmet Needs Rating for Programs and Activities
The rating for the item with the most unmet need=100
The rating of all other items reflects the relative amount of unmet need for each item compared to the item
with the most unmet need
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The rating for the item rated as the most important=100
The rating of all other items reflects the relative level of importance for each item compared to the item rated
as the most important
Top Priorities for Programs and Activities Based on Priority
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Social Pinpoint
The www.planbuckeyeparks.com website was created with Social Pinpoint. Buckeye citizens interacted
with tools such as “Fund It” (below), a “Your Big Ideas” forum, and an interactive map, as well as view
workshop boards/presentations and take the survey as part of the non-statistically valid feedback data.
Fund It Tool - Budgeting Exercise to Determine Park Priorities
This tool used a budgeting exercise to help determine park priorities based on budget constraints.
Respondents were able to choose their priorities with a $100 budget.
1
New Indoor Recreation Facilities
2
New IndoorAquatic Facilties
3
New Outdoor Aquatic Facilities
4
Development of New Parks
5
Sport Court Complexes
6
Invest in Existing Parks
7
Open Space
8
Athletic Field Sports Complexes
9
New Multi-Use Paths or Trails
10
Increased Sports Programs and Services
11
Increased Special Interest Programs
and Services
12
Special Events
13
Public Art
14
Signature Playground Structure
15
Dog Parks
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Improve Existing Outdoor Aquatic Facilities
$0
$500
$1,00
$1,500
$2,000
$1,900
$920
$527
$380
$360
$270
$260
$260
$220
$187
$187
$180
$143
$147
$780
$779
Dollar Amount
75 Responses = $7,500
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Interactive Map
This tool allowed participants to comment and contribute on three categories including:
Ideas and Suggestions
Make a Comment
Something I Like
Ideas and Suggestions
A dog park is needed in the Sienna Hills community!
Establishment of a park or wildlife area in Northern Buckeye with hiking trails and picnic areas. This is State
Trust Land adjacent to the northern boundary of White Tanks Regional Park. Eastern portion of the land
is relatively flat while the western section is low to steep hillsides. Access could easily be accomplished by
extending N. Canyon Springs Blvd. and has been anticipated in Buckeye Transportation Plan.
A fun huge playground similar to Goodyear’s Estrella community or maybe a skate park and a pickleball
courts. A rec center and pool?
We need more seating near the original play ground area at Sundance Park.
Add bike path around Sundance Park.
Add skatepark like Festival Fields in Avondale.
Bike pump park would be so nice.
More benches around the lake at Sundance Park.
Hello, It would be great to have trails along the river, where people could view wildlife and enjoy nature.
Trails could connect to Game and Fish Department properties, the equestrian center, and maybe also
Hidden Lake (with owner permission). I know there are some efforts underway to restore the river habitat,
and I hope this can be made a priority. It would be great for wildlife and also for Buckeye residents.
We need a recreational center for the youth. Buckeye is becoming younger and the need for a recreational
center like Goodyear’s is a major plus.
“Your Big Ideas” Forum
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VOTES
I believe our city would benefit from a NEW COMMUNITY POOL as Buckeye has grown in
population. I also believe that having a YMCA or City-run indoor gym (including workout
equipment/indoor track) would be very popular and more accessible.
9
VOTES
1. Another swimming pool 2. Nice recreation center with pickleball and basketball courts
3. Baseball diamond 4. PARK-LIKE ATMOSPHERE ALONG THE CANALS.
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VOTES
Please build a REC CENTER LIKE GOODYEAR’S for our youth to have a place to go,
especially when it is hot. We need one!
7
VOTES
Would be nice to use these FACILITIES FOR YOUTH SPORTS instead of having to go to
Downtown Buckeye.
6
VOTES
Would love to see an amphitheater based in/near the White Tanks for premium acoustics
and a draw for the West Valley. We need a PLACE FOR CONCERTS and Buckeye could
be the draw for this opportunity. I personally would initially donate $20,000 to get this
project started.
6
VOTES
Having an AQUATIC CENTER like the one Goodyear has would be absolutely amazing!
Indoor would be ideal.
5
VOTES
INDOOR BASKETBALL COURTS, plenty of them.
5
VOTES
There needs to be a PARK RANGER at Sundance Park to monitor the playground and the
fishing area. There have been teenagers in the playground that have purposefully prevented
my daughter from playing on the playground.
Buckeye citizens participated in an online forum to share their ideas and have a dialogue with other
community members, through comments and like/dislike buttons. The following comments received
the most positive votes.
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The one-stop shop for all things community and recreation in Goodyear is amazing. The Goodyear Rec
center is something to strive for. The playground is AMAZING and the pickleball courts are always full, day
and night. It’s nice that they also have basketball, volleyball, and areas to picnic and BBQ all together. The
pool and indoor space would meet everyone’s needs. It brings everyone together and it’s a place people
want to be. A copy cat for Buckeye would be a slam dunk!
A botanical garden by Skyline Park would be a fitting addition to the park.
Would love some pickleball courts to play with my wife! Beautiful park!
I wish there were more shaded play areas either large trees or shade tarps.
We need permanent pickleball courts!! Three temporary courts in Verrado, along with neighborhood
temporary courts/nets and NO fencing, simply does not cut it. Fastest growing sport in the country
amongst all age groups. PLEASE - put pickleball courts as a HIGH priority when considering future Parks
and Recreation features in Buckeye.
The new Sundance Park is really nice. The only thing it’s missing is a skate park.
I would like to see an improved Sundance dog park area or a second dog park location. The dog park is
highly used by Buckeye residents, and is lacking in condition. More benches, more trees, shade, and less
areas of just dirt. Thank you!
I would like to see an indoor rec center be built at sundance and have indoor basketball and gym.
I wish we lived in Goodyear so we had access to their center. It is so nice!
We need a more centralized aquatic center/rec center. Buckeye is so large and driving out to the current
center is too far.
I would love to see a Buckeye sports complex. Having sports year-around is very important. It brings
tournaments, indoor soccer, volleyball, gymnastics, basketball, youth, adult together, restaurant inside,
coffee special vendors. I feel that instead of driving to Avondale, Phoenix it would bring community together
fun year around. Excitement as the youth, adults, families enter. Ready to enjoy a fun family 1 hour in sports
and day of fun on tournaments. Great staff, great food, drinks.
I would like to a see Bocce ball court.
I would like to see the kids at Festival Foothills Elementary have their own playground and not use the HOA
park next to the school. It’s not safe for the small kids that live there. The school kids walk over with their
teachers and play on all the equipment during school hours. I have to pick up my three year old and get
out of the way. My child is on blood thinners for an aneurysm and cannot be trampled over. The school kids
need their own space on school grounds. It’s very unsafe for all.
Share your Big Idea
Something I Like
Pool is in great shape, friendly staff, and has served the community very well!
Great shade, simple playground, good grass area, and perfect basketball court.
A complete trail from Verrado to this park would be great.
Love the little park/play area next to the library. Much more fun for the kiddo and increases her desire to go.
The community engagement included several opportunities for the community to provide in person
or online comments and feedback throughout the community engagement process. The following are
comments were received by the community from both in person workshops and the website.
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Thank you for getting the residents’ input. As a parent of special needs children, my heart is set on
improving safety and accessibility for them. While I would love to take advantage of the new park, a non-
fence-in playground and a body of water is incredibly unsafe for my children. I wish the City would look
beyond what is ADA minimally required and make parks and playgrounds accessible for ALL.
Festival foothills needs a pool for the family side.
We would love to have a pool like the Goodyear pool. Our city pool isn’t big enough.
Can an archery range, similar to Glendale’s Regional Hero’s Park, be built at the Sundance Park.
Pickleball courts.
Need a pump track, skate park/bike park with trail riding & amp; with jumps etc. . Example = mesa bike park
Hi Buckeye!! We are residents of Verrado and we desperately need a pickleball park like Goodyear!
Its an amazing gathering place for the whole community, young and old! Pickleball courts, benches, play
area for kids and more! I think they have fire pits and a lazy river as well. Lakes at Estrella would be amazing
as well!!
We need a pump track or bike park/skate park some thing like Mesa bike park or Festival Fields pump track
this could be a very affordable project . As opposed to the expense and maintenance cost of say a water
feature. But then of course, i also like urban fishing too.
Roller rink for hockey!
Currently the only way to sign up for the adult league sports is to create a team and sign up with a team
already made. I wish there were single-person sign ups for the adult league sports. I don't know anyone else
in Buckeye. I would like to play in the adult leagues but I'm unable to make my own team.
A Buckeye sports team would be awesome. (Like Co-Ed softball or kickball.)
An adaptive department like Surprise has. Also, programs during the day for homeschooling families.
There are a ton of both special needs children and home schooled children who don't have much to do
during the day.
Provide a bocce ball court and horse shoes pits...thank you.
Build an additional radio-controlled paved runway for radio-controlled airplanes, helicopters, and drones.
The existing one in Downtown Buckeye is not enough to support all the hobbyists in our area.
I would like a paved racetrack for radio-controlled cars. The footprint could be as small as a basketball court
and include a straight, a sweeping curve, a hairpin, and a couple of s-turns. The track would be about 5 feet
wide and double as a place for children’s bicycles or electric sidewalk ride-on toys. The surface would be the
same as the basketball court with no expansion joints, perfect for rc cars from 1:10 down to 1:25, which have
tiny wheels.
Would like to see a pickleball court.
Dear City of Buckeye Officials, I am writing to propose the implementation of a pump skate track in our city,
similar to the successful tracks found in Festival Fields and other locations across the Valley. These tracks,
such as the ones built by Velosolutions, cater to individuals of all ages engaging in activities like scootering,
BMX, and skateboarding. Notably, Oro Valley is currently finalizing their own track, showcasing the positive
impact such facilities can have on a community.
Bike lanes. Pump tracks. Anything bike friendly.
We need to provide low-cost, low-barrier ways for those of us with speed addictions to get it out of our
system safely. A municipal race track comprising of 1/4-mile drag strip and 1-mile road course would be a
great draw of money and attention to Buckeye and make our roads safer.
Can we please get a bigger aquatics location, following in the footsteps of the surrounding cities? Buckeye
residents are not allowed to utilize neighboring aquatic parks, and the Buckeye pool is extremely crowded.
Our city needs a park or a couple of parks where kids and adults with disabilities can go to have fun and
enjoy the outdoors. Swings with wheelchair hookups, sensory tables for individuals with special needs. A
walking, riding track for those is wheelchairs.
Water features for the dog park. i.e., splash pad, pond, kiddie pool, fountain etc. Our pups deserve some fun
in the sun too!
Build a public Indoor swimming pool by Earl Edgar Park on that empty lot next to it.
Hello, Buckeye! First I must say that I enjoy living in Buckeye. You get the urban and countryside vibe
together! Over the years I have watched the development of the City of Goodyear grow their parks &
recreation. Goodyear has done an excellent job with building Festival Fields park, recreation center, and
swimming pool. The Goodyear City Civic Center & Library are wonderful. With the increasing population it
would be great to have something that accommodates the expansion for Buckeye.
We need a new pool, bigger like the Goodyear recreation center and Avondale.
Buckeye needs a water park/swimming pool. So many kids and one pool. Maybe they need to keep it to
Buckeye residents only. Pools around here are busting out.
Please invest in the communities on the far west/historic Buckeye area. We have no close recreational areas.
Having to drive to Watson or Verardo is a pain. With all the new traffic, cost of gas we can not afford the
time and expense of going all the way out there. Save us an area for recreational use instead of putting a
warehouse on the land. What is available to us is just a plot of grass by the police office and a worn-out pool.
Give us a reason to go. Make it fun.
I stopped taking my son to swim lessons because I couldn’t handle
sitting in the heat watching. Letting the parents in the water
elsewhere would be a game changer. Or build an indoor pool.”
21 comments that mention aquatic center/swim
22 comments that mention sports and sports courts/fields
14 comments that mention pickleball courts
12 comments that mention cycling/bikes
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Conservation of the land. Create/keep untouched areas for hiking and gardens for the viewing of traditional
wildlife, plants, and vegetation in the Buckeye area. Create more areas to play for everyone like splash pads
dog agility courses, playgrounds with shade covers.
With Goodyear, Avondale, Surprise having their own Men’s Softball League, it would be so great to offer this
league. You’d easily fill your own spot for those people already having to drive 15+ miles to play.
The accessibility path is considered a botanical garden. It is even labeled with information signs throughout
its path.
You guys are doing a great job! Please consider dedicated multi-use paths and bike lanes to inter-connect
city commerce and recreation. Make Buckeye a great place to live work and play. Thanks!
I would love to see a larger ramada at Skyline. We meet there with our Wild & Free Group and other
homeschool groups and two picnic tables is not enough space. Would also love to see even a small nature-
themed playground or desert-themed adventure playground there.
Would love to see water on the sand volleyball courts like the one at Rio Vista Park where you can find
toddlers and preschoolers playing every morning!
A nature- or STEM-themed splash pad.
I feel it would be a wonderful benefit to have a public pool and recreational center for the community of
Tartesso Buckeye. We are so far out it would be nice to not have to drive so far.
Programming
The fees for programs have increased significantly in the past few years. The majority of the Buckeye
community is low income, so the higher fees have become a barrier for families. For example, the judo
classes were $20 per month in 2018-2020. Now the classes are $45 per month, an increase of over 100%.
This makes it difficult for families looking to register their children in programs to improve their health and
well-being.
Festival Foothills is completely left out of City of Buckeye. Could we at least get some after school sports
or the BASE program at Festival Foothills Elementary School? Our children deserve to be part of the
community just as the rest of the children in Buckeye.
Offer water aerobics classes for parents during swim lessons. It get SO HOT waiting outside the pool for
them.
There are seniors who cannot afford to live in 55+ communities. It would be nice to have some of those types
of programs and facilities available to our community including a community pool. We are in Canyon Views.
Also, you should offer e-bike classes.
The teenager problem has happened to my family on 3 different events. I also believe the lake is being over
fished as I have seen people leave with fish above the bag limit.
I think a universal and wide age spectrum sport is jump roping. One of the best yet forgotten forms of
physical workout. Back in my day we had jump rope for heart which brought awareness to heart and stroke
disease. There’s a current program that is funded by the heart association that brings the program into local
communities and school to raise money for the cause but also allows the local school to receive prize money
to go to school improvements and programs.
Can we please get a bigger aquatics location, following in the
footsteps of the surrounding cities?
Buckeye residents are not allowed to utilize neighboring aquatic
parks, and the Buckeye pool is extremely crowded.
Please consider adding at least two (preferably four) tennis courts
to Sundance Park. The city of Buckeye is seriously lacking the
presence of public tennis courts and it would sure encourage
public exercise and use of public parks here. Thank you!
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What area of the city do you live in?
924 responses
Have you and/or members of your
household participated in any programs/
activities/events offered by the City of
Buckeye during the past year?
How would you rate the programs/
activities/events you and the members
of your household have participated in
during the past year?
What are the reasons you have not participated or have not participated more often in
Buckeye Parks & Recreation programs/activities/events? 916 responses
Responses
Facilities are too far from my home
23%
212
Times of offerings are inconvenient
21%
192
Too busy
18%
162
None; there are no barriers
17%
160
I do not know what is offered
15%
141
Classes/programs/events are full
15%
137
Offerings do not meet my interests
14%
126
Other (please specify)
13%
118
I do not know what is offered
8%
76
Fees are too high
7%
68
Use programs/events offered in other communities
7%
66
Lack of quality programming
6%
59
No safe walking/biking routes
5%
44
Lack of parking
5%
42
Not interested
4%
39
Lack of transportation
4%
37
I use services of private agencies
3%
27
Facilities are not well maintained
3%
27
Registration process is difficult
3%
26
I do not feel safe
2%
17
I do not feel welcome
2%
16
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
740
77%
215
23%
Yes
No
379
43%
379
43%
99
11%
28
3%
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
10%
10%
22%
22%
North
North
Buckeye
Buckeye
Central
Central
Buckeye
Buckeye
10
10
South
South
Buckeye
Buckeye
85
85
Sun Valley
Sun Valley
Parkway
Parkway
West
West
Buckeye
Buckeye
Historic
Historic
Buckeye
Buckeye
East
East
Buckeye
Buckeye
27%
27%
10%
10%
3%
3%
14%
14%
14%
14%
96%
Yes
Are you a Buckeye resident?
958 responses
4%
No
955 responses
885 responses
Online Survey Results
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Please indicate how much of the needs of you or any household member are being met
for the following programs, activities, or events.
Fully
Somewhat
Barely
Not Met
at All
Total
Responses
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BMX/biking programs/classes
17%
17%
19%
42%
375
2
Pickleball lessons/leagues
17%
16%
19%
40%
448
3
Tennis lessons/leagues
19%
19%
15%
39%
319
4
Water fitness classes
21%
20%
17%
32%
390
5
Intergenerational programs
16%
24%
19%
32%
339
6
Educational classes/lectures (language,
creative writing, etc.)
22%
24%
20%
31%
446
7
Adaptive recreation programs
20%
29%
16%
29%
374
8
Senior programs
25%
23%
15%
28%
374
9
Teen programs
20%
27%
18%
28%
351
10
Youth day camps
23%
25%
16%
26%
347
11
Adult Sports
18%
30%
22%
25%
519
12
Performing arts programs (dance, music,
theatre)
20%
26%
23%
25%
453
13
Arts performances (band, choir, dance,
festivals, orchestra, exhibitions)
21%
27%
24%
24%
498
14
Art programs (painting, drawing,
ceramics, etc.)
22%
33%
19%
23%
531
15
Learn-to-swim programs
30%
24%
16%
23%
443
16
Hobby/interest classes (cooking, garden
ing, crafts, bridge)
20%
28%
22%
22%
560
17
Youth sports (camps, clinics, leagues, etc.)
30%
27%
14%
20%
435
18
Fitness and wellness classes (yoga, Zumba,
tai chi, etc.)
28%
31%
17%
18%
569
19
Nature/environmental education programs
23%
36%
16%
18%
465
20
Outdoor fitness programs (boot camp,
yoga, walking, hiking, etc.)
26%
35%
15%
17%
524
21
Special events/large festivals
27%
30%
22%
14%
503
22
Free/low-cost community special events
32%
34%
15%
11%
611
Percentage of Needs Met
26% +
21-25%
16-20%
≤ 15%
Which four types of programs, activities, events from the list in the previous question
are most important to your household?
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
Total
Responses
1
Youth sports (camps, clinics, leagues, etc.)
17%
4%
3%
3%
219
2
Free/low-cost community special events
8%
9%
8%
8%
268
3
Fitness and wellness classes (yoga, Zumba,
tai chi, etc.)
8%
8%
7%
4%
218
4
Pickleball lessons/leagues
8%
4%
3%
4%
150
5
Art programs (painting, drawing,
ceramics, etc.)
6%
6%
6%
5%
183
6
Adult Sports
6%
6%
4%
3%
155
7
Hobby/interest classes (cooking, garden
ing, crafts, bridge)
5%
8%
9%
8%
232
8
Arts performances (band, choir, dance,
festivals, orchestra, exhibitions)
5%
5%
4%
4%
135
9
Learn-to-swim programs
5%
4%
5%
3%
134
10
Special events/large festivals
4%
6%
7%
8%
190
11
Outdoor fitness programs (boot camp,
yoga, walking, hiking, etc.)
4%
5%
6%
5%
154
12
Senior programs
4%
3%
3%
3%
99
13
Performing arts programs (dance, music,
theatre)
3%
4%
4%
3%
115
14
Educational classes/lectures (language,
creative writing, etc.)
3%
4%
3%
4%
106
15
BMX/biking programs/classes
3%
2%
1%
2%
69
16
Adaptive recreation programs
3%
1%
1%
1%
51
17
Nature/environmental education programs
2%
4%
4%
4%
104
18
Youth day camps
2%
4%
3%
1%
81
19
Youth day camps
2%
4%
3%
1%
81
20
Water fitness classes
2%
2%
2%
3%
75
21
Tennis lessons/leagues
1%
1%
1%
1%
23
22
Intergenerational programs
0%
1%
1%
1%
24
903 responses
799 responses
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Please indicate how much of the needs of you or any household member are being met
for the following amenities and facilities.
Fully
Somewhat
Barely
Not Met
at All
Total
Responses
1
Pickleball courts
17%
11%
20%
47%
426
2
Walking/running track (indoors)
26%
13%
12%
44%
464
3
Disc golf course
14%
18%
19%
44%
315
4
E-Sports room
18%
17%
18%
42%
277
5
Dedicated amenities for those
with disabilities
25%
16%
14%
38%
308
6
Exercise equipment (outdoors)
21%
17%
20%
36%
425
7
Tennis courts
24%
19%
17%
34%
307
8
Meeting rooms
17%
25%
18%
33%
315
9
Fitness/exercise facilities (indoors)
24%
18%
22%
30%
527
10
Off-highway vehicle trails & facilities
24%
17%
21%
30%
326
11
Off-leash dog park
28%
21%
20%
27%
368
12
Fitness/exercise facilities (outdoors)
27%
19%
23%
25%
413
13
Aquatic/pool facilities
27%
26%
20%
24%
611
14
Recreation center/community center
31%
22%
18%
24%
498
15
Fishing areas
30%
25%
18%
23%
416
16
Sand volleyball courts
32%
26%
15%
22%
322
17
Baseball/softball diamonds
33%
23%
18%
21%
358
18
Basketball courts
32%
26%
19%
19%
371
19
Multi-use fields (soccer, football, lacrosse)
40%
22%
15%
18%
370
20
Multi-use paths & trails
31%
31%
18%
15%
567
21
Splash pads
36%
25%
20%
15%
505
22
Picnic shelters/ramadas (rentable)
40%
28%
15%
12%
416
23
Playground equipment (outdoors)
41%
32%
12%
12%
469
Percentage of Needs Met
26% +
21-25%
16-20%
≤ 15%
Which four types of facilities and amenities from the list in Question 7 are most
important to your household?
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
Total
Responses
1
Aquatic/pool facilities
27%
7%
6%
6%
357
2
Multi-use paths & trails
9%
8%
8%
5%
228
3
Off-highway vehicle trails & facilities
9%
6%
6%
4%
194
4
Fitness/exercise facilities (indoors)
8%
10%
8%
6%
248
5
Fitness/exercise facilities (outdoors)
8%
10%
8%
6%
248
6
Recreation center/community center
5%
8%
7%
8%
212
7
Splash pads
5%
7%
6%
7%
194
8
Fishing areas
5%
6%
4%
3%
137
9
Picnic shelters/ramadas (rentable)
4%
5%
5%
4%
129
10
Multi-use fields (soccer, football, lacrosse)
4%
3%
2%
2%
87
11
Walking/running track (indoors)
3%
5%
5%
5%
139
12
Playground equipment (outdoors)
3%
4%
4%
4%
115
13
Dedicated amenities for those
with disabilities
3%
1%
2%
2%
57
14
Off-leash dog park
2%
5%
4%
3%
109
15
Exercise equipment (outdoors)
2%
4%
3%
2%
89
16
Basketball courts
2%
3%
2%
2%
67
17
Baseball/softball diamonds
2%
2%
2%
2%
67
18
Meeting rooms
2%
2%
1%
2%
51
19
Disc golf course
1%
2%
1%
1%
43
20
Tennis courts
1%
1%
1%
2%
35
21
Sand volleyball courts
1%
1%
1%
1%
30
22
E-Sports room
1%
1%
1%
1%
26
23
Pickleball courts
0%
3%
3%
3%
76
799 responses
868 responses
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Have you and/or members of your household visited any parks or recreation facilities
offered by the City during the past year? 908 responses
What are the reasons you have not visited at all (or have not visited the City parks/
facilities more often)? 853 responses
786
87%
122
13%
Yes
No
Responses
Facilities are too far from my home
31%
266
None; there are no barriers
23%
200
Lack of shaded areas
23%
194
Times of offerings are inconvenient
21%
192
Too busy
18%
162
I am too busy
17%
145
Lack of adequate facilities/amenities that meet my needs
15%
129
Other (please specify)
13%
118
I use facilities in other communities
13%
114
Other (please specify)
12%
100
I do not know the locations
11%
98
Walking/biking routes are not safe
8%
66
Use programs/events offered in other communities
7%
66
Hours of operation are inconvenient
5%
46
Facilities are not well maintained
5%
44
Insufficient parking at parks/facilities
5%
42
I do not feel safe
4%
37
Lack of transportation options to get to parks/
facilities/multi-use paths
4%
34
Fees are too high
3%
25
Not interested
3%
22
I do not feel welcome
2%
14
0%
5%
10% 15% 20% 25% 30%
Responses
Under 5 years
24%
227
5 - 9 years
33%
310
10 - 14 years
30%
280
15 - 19 years
20%
187
20 - 24 years
11%
98
25 - 34 years
26%
241
35 - 44 years
40%
374
45 - 54 years
23%
212
55 - 64 years
19%
174
65 - 74 years
20%
187
75+ years
8%
71
Counting yourself, check the age ranges of people in your household:
928 responses
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
35%
40%
Summary
The community involvement underscores the vital role that resident engagement plays in shaping the parks
and recreational system. Recognizing that the success of the parks system hinges on the active participation
and input of the community, this chapter provided several opportunities for the community to provide
meaningful input at every stage of the planning and implementation process. Through the identification of
the community parks and recreation needs, the department aims to ensure that the parks and recreational
offerings reflect the diverse needs and aspirations of Buckeye’s residents. This collaborative approach not
only enhances the relevance and effectiveness of the recreational amenities but also fosters a sense of
ownership and pride within the community, strengthening the social fabric of our city.
The following pages provide the outcomes from the community outreach for programming and amenities for
both citywide and planning areas.
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Nature Center
12
12
12
Outdoor Adventures
44
Indoor Ball Courts
88
Fishing Areas
10
10
10
Fitness & Exercise
22
Natural Preserves
66
Top 12 Amenity Needs Based on Statistically Valid Survey
Community Center
99
Aquatics/Pools
11
Splash Pads
55
Paved Multi-Use Paths
77
Multi-Use Paths
11
11
11
Art Performances
33
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Water Fitness Programs
12
12
12
Swim Lessons
10
10
10
Pop-Up Programs
99
Hobby/Interest
Classes
11
Fitness Programs
22
Arts Programs
44
Nature Programs
88
Family Programming
66
Arts Performances
55
Adult Sports
11
11
11
Special Events/
Festivals
33
Educational Classes
77
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North
North
Buckeye
Buckeye
Central
Central
Buckeye
Buckeye
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10
South
South
Buckeye
Buckeye
85
85
Sun Valley
Sun Valley
Parkway
Parkway
West
West
Buckeye
Buckeye
Historic
Historic
Buckeye
Buckeye
East
East
Buckeye
Buckeye
Sun Valley Pkwy
Sun Valley Pkwy
Palo verde Rd
Palo verde Rd
Baseline Rd
Baseline Rd
Monroe Ave
Monroe Ave
Beloat Rd
Beloat Rd
Miller Rd
Miller Rd
Verrado Wy
Verrado Wy
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TOP 5 COMMUNITY NEEDS: PROGRAMS
North Buckeye
1. Art Programs
2. Fitness Classes
3. Nature/Environmental Classes
4. Adaptive Recreation Programs
5. Hobby/Interest Classes
West Buckeye
1. Art Performances
2. Hobby/Interest Classes
3. Performing Arts
4. Arts Programs
5. Water Fitness Classes
Historic Buckeye
1. Pickleball Lessons/Leagues
2. Educational Classes
3. Art Performances
4. Nature/Environmental Classes
5. Teen Programs
East Buckeye
1. Pickleball Lessons
2. Adult Sports
3. Hobby/Interest Classes
4. Art Performances
5. Water Fitness Classes
South Buckeye
1. Water Fitness Classes
2. Educational Classes
3. Hobby/Interest Classes
4. Intergenerational Programs
5. Nature/Environmental Classes
Central Buckeye
1. Pickleball Lessons/Leagues
2. Adult Sports
3. Hobby/Interest Classes
4. Fitness Classes
5. Educational Classes
Sun Valley Parkway
1. Art Programs
2. Hobby/Interest Classes
3. BMX/Biking
4. Pickleball Lessons/Leagues
5. Adult Sports
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TOP 5 COMMUNITY NEEDS: AMENITIES
North Buckeye
1. Indoor Exercise Facilities
2. Outdoor Exercise Equipment
3. Aquatics/Pool Facilities
4. Outdoor Fitness Exercise Facilities
5. Recreation Center
West Buckeye
1. Indoor Walking/Running Track
2. Aquatics/Pool Facilities
3. Indoor Fitness Exercise Facilities
4. Outdoor Exercise Equipment
5. Pickleball Courts
Historic Buckeye
1. Pickleball Courts
2. Indoor Walking/Running Track
3. Indoor Fitness Exercise Facilities
4. Outdoor Exercise Equipment
5. Disc Golf Course
East Buckeye
1. Pickleball Courts
2. Aquatics/Pool Facilities
3. Indoor Fitness Exercise Facilities
4. Recreation Center
5. Indoor Walking/Running Track
South Buckeye
1. Aquatic/Pool Facilities
2. Outdoor Exercise Equipment
3. Indoor Walking/Running Track
4. Outdoor Fitness Exercise Facilities
5. Multi-Use Paths and Trails
Central Buckeye
1. Indoor Walking/Running Track
2. Aquatics/Pool Facilities
3. Pickleball Courts
4. Indoor Fitness Exercise Facilities
5. Outdoor Fitness Exercise Facilities
Sun Valley Parkway
1. Aquatics/Pool Facilities
2. Indoor Fitness Facilities
3. Pickleball Courts
4. Outdoor Fitness Exercise Facilities
5. E-Sports Room
North
North
Buckeye
Buckeye
Central
Central
Buckeye
Buckeye
10
10
South
South
Buckeye
Buckeye
85
85
Sun Valley
Sun Valley
Parkway
Parkway
West
West
Buckeye
Buckeye
Historic
Historic
Buckeye
Buckeye
East
East
Buckeye
Buckeye
Sun Valley Pkwy
Sun Valley Pkwy
Palo verde Rd
Palo verde Rd
Baseline Rd
Baseline Rd
Monroe Ave
Monroe Ave
Beloat Rd
Beloat Rd
Miller Rd
Miller Rd
Verrado Wy
Verrado Wy
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ENHANCE
COMMUNITY
CONNECTIVITY
• Create a trail connection
between Skyline and White Tank
Mountains Regional Parks
• Add a trailhead to the west side of
Skyline Regional Park
• Connect rivers to ridges in the
City
• Create a ten-year Arts and Culture
Plan
*based on statistically valid survey
CELEBRATE
OUR NATURAL
RESOURCES
• Explore partnership
opportunities for nature center
with organizations like Audubon
• Continue the investment in Rio
Reimagined
• Conduct a grant study on land
purchase opportunities
• Partner with FCDMC to maximize
green infrastructure drainage
solutions as the need develops
Based on what we heard the following themes were identified based on key recommendations.
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I would like to see trails that
connect. Trails that go beyond the
immediate community.
“
“
There are some groups that
aren’t as fluent on social media as
others. Communication needs to
be a combination of tried-and-
true communication like mailings
mixed with social media and more
technology-based solutions.
“
“
Most Supported Key Recommendations
#1
Resident
Need is
Special
Events and Festivals*
79%
Of Residents Support Development
of Multi-Use Paths and Trails*
Most Supported Key Recommendations
We’re unique in a lot of ways and the
biggest is all of the open space we
have. Would like to see the City buy
the land adjacent to the White Tanks
to ensure its preservation.
“
“
Have done a good job at preserving
and protecting wildlife corridors
with the White Tanks Conservancy.
Making sure that is not an
afterthought and it’s an upfront
priority is important as development
continues to occur.
“
“
73%
Of Residents Support Dedicated
Funding Options that Enable the
Preservation of Open Spaces and
Development of Parks and Trails*
87%
Of Residents Support Preserving
Open Space and High-Value
Natural Resources*
• Add 10+ pickleball courts to
Sundance Park
• Implement park ranger program
• Implement formal volunteer
program
• Create a gateway on the Monroe
Avenue realignment near Town
Park, study connection options
between 6th Street Plaza and City
Hall for events
REINVEST IN
EXISTING ASSETS
Most Supported Key Recommendations
*based on statistically valid survey
GROW A WELL-
DISTRIBUTED PARKS
SYSTEM
• Create a shared-use performing
arts space
• Work with developers on
opportunities to construct parks in
master planned communities that
could be conveyed to the city
• Partner and co-locate future
schools with land for a community
park, recreation center, and
aquatics facility
• Master plan and build multi-
generational center and aquatics
facility
Most Supported Key Recommendations
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I wish there were more shaded play
areas and large shade trees in the
parks.
“
“
Please invest in the communities in
the far west and historic Buckeye
areas. We have no close recreation
areas and the park areas available
to us lack amenities.
“
“
73%
of Residents Support Improving
the Existing Aquatics Facility*
81%
of Residents Support Investment
in Updating and Improving City
Parks*
We need a more centralized aquatic
center/rec center. Buckeye is so
large and driving out to the current
center is too far.
“
“
I would love to see a Buckeye
sports complex that can provide
year-round sports opportunities
and host tournaments.
“
“
80%
Of Residents Support Identifying
and Acquiring Land to Develop
More City Parks*
84%
Of Residents Support Developing
New Indoor Recreation Facilities
STRATEGICALLY
PROVIDE PROGRAMMING
OPPORTUNITIES
• Partner with HOAs to host special
events in various areas throughout
the city
• Assess partnership opportunities
to expand nature based education
programs
• Provide adaptive recreation
programming for all ages
• Explore opportunities to provide
recreation programming in master
planned communities
Most Supported Key Recommendations
Our biggest challenge is that there
is no indoor space for additional
programs.
“
“
Please consider additional art
classes for those of us who don’t
live in a 55+ community.
“
“
*based on statistically valid survey
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#1
Hobby and
Interest
Classes is the Top
Programming Priority
for Residents
71%
Of Residents Identify Hobby
and Interest Classes as a Need
Chapter 4:
Park Classifications
Introduction
The Park Classification chapter provides a detailed framework for categorizing the city’s diverse array of parks
and recreational facilities. This classification system is designed to guide the planning, development, and
management of the city’s park system, ensuring that each type of park serves its intended purpose and meets
the needs of the community. By defining clear categories—such as neighborhood parks, community parks,
regional parks, and special-use areas, it establishes a strategic approach to resource allocation, maintenance
standards, and program delivery. This chapter aims to enhance the ability to offer a balanced, accessible, and
high-quality parks system that supports the recreational and leisure activities of all Buckeye residents.
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Inventory and Classification Summary
Size/Acreage
The tables below and on the next page highlight the City’s parks/facilities and trails, which were inventoried
and assessed as a part of this study.
PARK NAME
CLASSIFICATION
ACRES
Sundance Park
Community Park
68.00
Earl Edgar Park and Senior Center
Community Park
25.75
Town Park, Rec Center, Aquatic Center, and Skate Park
Neighborhood Park
8.00
Skyline Regional Park
Natural Area/Open Space
8,675
Kell Park
Pocket Park
0.8
Bayless Park
Pocket Park
1.00
Serena Park
Pocket Park
2.60
6th St. Plaza Park
Pocket Park
.36
Benbow Veterans Memorial Park
Pocket Park
0.11
Narramore Park
Pocket Park
1.68
HOA Parks
Pocket Park
425
Total:
9,164.32
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A well-rounded parks system includes multiple park and facility types to provide a variety of parks and
recreation experiences to Buckeye residents. Each park and facility within the system has a set of objectives.
A successful classification system categorizes these park types to achieve and maintain the desired objectives
for the system overall efficiently and effectively. The park classification system seeks to define multiple
park types with the recognition that individual parks and their offerings may vary. Future park growth and
improvements will be guided by these classification descriptions, but ultimately derived from the needs of
the community through a public participation process. The following park classification descriptions are not
meant to provide strict rules on what amenities are to be provided but should be used as a guide to ensure all
of the City’s parks are activated, accessible, inclusive, and meet the needs of the intended service areas.
The breakdown of City parks is as follows:
Amenities:
One signature amenity may
be included.
Land usage:
Less than 3 acre.
Typically serves a 1/4 mile
radius.
Programming:
Typically none.
POCKET PARKS
ACRES
Kell Park
0.80
Bayless Park
1.20
Serena Park
2.60
6th St Plaza Park
0.36
Benbow Veterans Memorial Park
0.11
Narramore Park
1.68
Total:
6.55
Parks Classifications
Pocket Park
A pocket park is a small outdoor space, usually less than 3 acres, and most often
located in an urban or residential area surrounded by commercial buildings or
homes. Pocket parks are small spaces that may serve a variety of functions, such
as small event space, play areas for children, spaces for relaxing and socializing,
taking lunch breaks, etc. Successful pocket parks have four key qualities: they are
accessible, allow people to engage in activities, are comfortable and inviting, and
are sociable places. Typical improvements at pocket parks include play areas and active play equipment,
picnic tables, and landscaping. On-site parking is not required for pocket parks. Desirable locations for
pocket parks are within neighborhoods and near apartment complexes and active adult housing. Pocket
parks are also appropriate within business districts to meet the passive and active recreation needs of
employees and/or customers. In general, pocket parks offer minimal amenities on site and are not designed
to support programmed activities. The service area for pocket parks is 1/4 mile and is intended for users
within close walking distance.
Pocket
Neighborhood
Community
Natural Area/Open Space
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1
2
1
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Neighborhood Park
Neighborhood Parks provide primary recreation services and facilities
that are easily accessible and available to local residents; serve a single
neighborhood or several neighborhoods, depending on location; are
preferably located with or next to elementary schools, neighborhood
centers, or other gathering places; and are accessed primarily via
pedestrians and bicycles. Neighborhood parks are typically 4 to 15 acres;
however, some are determined by use and facilities
offered, not by size alone. The service radius for a neighborhood park is typically 1/2 mile. Neighborhood
parks should have safe pedestrian access for surrounding residents; parking is typically not provided,
but if included accounts for less than 10 cars and provides for ADA access. Neighborhood parks serve
as a recreational and social focus of the adjoining neighborhoods and contribute to a distinct
neighborhood identity.
Amenities:
Four signature amenities, may
include one non-programmed
sports field, playgrounds for
ages 2-5 and 5-12 with shaded
elements, shelters, loop
trails, one type of sport court,
benches, small picnic shelters
next to play areas.
Amenities and pathways
include site lighting.
Land usage:
Generally 85% active/15%
passive.
Typically 4-15 acres.
Typically serves a 1/2-mile
radius.
Programming:
Typically limited. A signature
amenity may be included
which is programmed.
Community Park
Community parks centralize a full range of recreational activities for
major parts or the city; have the capacity to accommodate large groups;
often feature a community center building designed to meet multi-
generational needs.
Community parks provide a service radius for residents who live within
a 2.5-mile radius. When possible, the park may be developed adjacent to a school. Community parks
provide recreational opportunities for the entire family and often contain lighted facilities for specific
recreational purposes, such as athletic fields, tennis courts, extreme sports amenities, loop trails, picnic
areas, reservable picnic shelters, sports courts, restrooms with drinking fountains, large turfed and
landscaped areas, dog parks, splash pads, and playgrounds. In addition to active recreation, community
parks support passive outdoor recreation activities such as meditation, quiet reflection, fishing, and
wildlife watching also take place at community parks.
This plan is recommending Town Park be reclassified as a Community Park not based on acreage,
but based on amenities which include a recreation center and aquatics facility.
Amenities:
Eight signature amenities at
a minimum; public restrooms
with drinking fountains,
ample parking, and security
lighting. Amenities are ADA
compliant. Sport Fields and
Sport Complexes are typical
at this park.
Land usage:
Generally 65% active/35%
passive
Typically 16-75 acres.
Typically serves a 2.5 mile
radius.
Programming:
Minimum of four essential
program services.
COMMUNITY PARKS
ACRES
Earl Edgar Park and Senior Center
25.75
Sundance Park
68.00
Total:
93.75
COMMUNITY PARKS
ACRES
Town Park, Rec Center, Aquatic
Center, and Skate Park
7.39
Total:
7.39
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Specialty Use Areas
Specialty Use Areas provide specialized facilities and preserve
significant unique features of the community; generally serve the
entire city or the valley; are located where necessary to capitalize on an
existing feature, facility, or specialized market area.
Sports Complexes
Sports complexes are developed to provide six or more fields or courts
in one setting. A sports complex may also support extreme sports
facilities, such as BMX and skateboarding. Sports Complexes can be
single focused or multi‐focused and can include indoor or outdoor
facilities to serve the needs of both youth and adults. Outdoor fields
should be lighted where possible to maximize value and productivity
of the complex. Sport field design includes appropriate field distances
for each sport’s governing body and support amenities designed
to produce revenue to offset operational costs. Signature sports
complexes may include enhanced amenities such as artificial turf,
multipurpose field benches and bleachers, scoreboards, amplified
sound, scorer’s booths.
Regional/Conservation Parks
Conservation Parks are sites that preserve natural, cultural, and
historic resources. These areas provide a tranquil setting for outdoor
experiences.
Amenities:
Six or more fields or sports
courts in one setting; public
restrooms, ample parking,
turf types appropriate for the
facility and anticipated usage,
and field lighting. Amenities
are ADA compliant.
Land usage:
80% active and 20% passive.
A local sports complex
typically serves 3 plus mile
radius depending on size of
the facility.
Programming:
Focus on active programming
of all amenities.
Amenities:
Varies by facility.
Revenue facilities:
Sports tourism opportunities
should produce revenue
to help offset cost of
maintenance and operations.
Amenities:
Zero to three signature
amenities, loop trails,
benches, picnic shelters.
Nature centers and outdoor
classrooms may be co-located
with conservation parks and
offer programming.
Land usage:
100% passive.
Programming:
Nature-based education and
programming. Nature centers
and indoor facilities may offer
more diverse programs.
City of Phoenix Reach 11 Sports
Complex and Arizona Athletic Grounds
in Mesa Arizona.
Skyline Regional Park, Buckeye, AZ
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Ballfield Standards
Appearance
Baseball
• Typical baseball fields have a base length of 90’, with an 18’ dia. 10” high mound (infield
radius 95’ from center of mound). The foul line to home plate distance should be a
minimum of 320’ with an ideal distance between 320’ and 340’; the centerfield to home
plate distance should be a minimum of 380’ with an ideal distance between 380’ and
400’. The backstop to home plate distance should be 40’.
• Youth baseball fields with base lengths of 80’, 70’, and 60’ shall be installed per industry
standard for different age groups.
Slow Pitch Softball
Softball: Please note the field
and base dimensions are
dependent on the primary user.
The following standards provide
softball field sizing and layout for
slow pitch and fast pitch softball.
Field Dimensions:
• Bases: The distance between each base is 65 feet.
• Pitching Rubber: The distance from the pitching rubber to home plate is 50 feet.
• Home Plate to Outfield Fence: Typically, 275 feet to 300 feet.
Fencing:
• Outfield Fence: Height should typically be 6 to 8 feet.
• Backstop: Positioned 25 to 30 feet behind home plate and should be high enough to
protect spectators from foul balls, usually around 25 feet.
Fast Pitch Softball
Field Dimensions:
• Bases: The distance between each base is typically 60 feet.
Pitching Rubber:
• For women’s fast pitch: The distance from the pitcher’s rubber to home plate is 43
feet.
• For men’s fast pitch: The distance from the pitcher’s rubber to home plate can vary,
usually around 46 to 50 feet.
Home Plate to Outfield Fence:
• The distance generally ranges from 200 to 220 feet for women’s fast pitch softball.
• For men’s fast pitch, this can extend beyond 250 feet based on specific league
requirements.
Pitcher’s Circle:
• Surrounding the pitcher’s rubber, there should be an 8-foot radius circle.
Fencing:
• Outfield Fence: The fence height is typically 6 to 8 feet.
• Backstop: Typically positioned 25 to 30 feet behind home plate. Should be high enough
(usually around 25 feet) to protect spectators from foul balls.
Seating
Spectator Seating:
• Place bleachers a minimum of 5’ from fence line of backstop. Spectator area should
include accessible seating and companion seating.
• Bleachers should be hot-dipped galvanized steel with end caps, with three to five rows
(those with five or more rows will require guard rails).
Dugout Seating:
• Dugouts should contain benches of anodized aluminum with end caps.
• Bat racks shall be located within the dugout, at the end closest to home plate.
Walls and Fences
Use and Placement
• Fences and walls should be used minimally throughout parks to maintain
open access and pedestrian flow.
Fences may be used at the following conditions:
• Fencing off potentially hazardous areas for the public to enter, such as
maintenance yards, storm drain headwalls, etc.
• When play areas are very close to busy parking lots or streets
• Fencing also to be considered for playground areas for special needs
considerations.
Fences are required at the following conditions:
• Dog parks and off-leash areas
• Community gardens
• Certain sports fields
Types of Fencing and Walls
• Walls and fences should be incorporated into the park’s theming and color
considerations.
• Ornamental fences should follow the guidelines, and will maintain views.
Chain link should be avoided outside of sports-related uses.
• Walls should be designed with graffiti and skateboarders in mind (and will
incorporate skateboard stops if necessary). Solid walls should not be used in
areas that would cause visibility safety concerns.
Construction Requirements
• Pedestrian gates shall be minimum 4’-0” wide and maintenance vehicular
gates shall be minimum 12’-0” wide.
• Walls and fences directly adjacent to turf areas must have mow curbs.
• CMU walls must have caps with chamfered edges.
Construction Requirements
• Retaining walls should follow established design guidelines, and should
reflect the park’s theming and character.
• Retaining walls should have wall drains.
• Guard rails should be included along the tops when walls are over 30” high
and adjacent to walkways.
Park Design Guidelines and Standards
The following are parks and recreation design guidelines that can be used for the development of new parks
and renovations. For new public parks, the design guidelines will serve as standards since the city will own,
maintain, and program the park. Since these are guidelines, private HOA parks will have certain flexibility
depending on the community character; however these guidelines follow established industry standards for
park and amenity development.
Ballfield Standards
Appearance
Materials
Synthetic Turf:
• Synthetic turf systems should have a shockpad layer to attenuate falls, with a sand,
organic, or synthetic infill drainage layer. Materials must meet or exceed all relevant
federal, state, and local health requirements, and priority should be taken to choose
materials that can be recycled at end of life. Systems should be easily repairable.
• Do not use synthetic turf in flood-prone areas. Excessive water will damage the artificial
turf, and can cause rubber, plastic, and sand infill materials to be flushed into storm
systems.
Infield Mix:
• Infield mix is typically a clay and sand mix product with a 4” depth minimum.
Note: if there is a conflict between the Parks and Trails design standards with the City Engineering
Design Standards, Building and Fire Codes, the City of Buckeye codes shall prevail.
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Park Design Process
• Park designs will follow all City of Buckeye design approval processes.
Reference Material
• Park design should always follow all requirements of ADA (Americans with
Disabilities Act) accessibility guidelines and City of Buckeye design and
development standards wherever applicable.
• Planning, design, and construction of all parks and contained amenities
will conform to all relevant standards, regulations, policies, codes, and
legislations on a national, state, and local level as current at time of approval.
Park Sizes
• Buckeye contains parks of all sizes, from pocket parks to large regional
parks and preserves. A sense of place and appropriateness should help cater
design and uses at each type of park.
• Neighborhood and community parks should be lit and adapted for safe
recreational night use, and can contain any recreation element deemed
appropriate.
Layout and Design
• A park’s overall design should be unified wherever possible for a cohesive
feeling, flow and theme throughout the park: through paving selection, plant
material, wayfinding and signage, color choices, and/or furnishing selection.
• Emergency vehicle and maintenance equipment routes should be
incorporated into vehicular and pedestrian circulation routes.
• Sensitivity to the desert environment should be considered during all aspects
of design, such as building orientation and cooling; shade on walkways,
seating, and play equipment; plant species’ water requirements; protecting
habitats, washes/waterways, and significant natural areas; and appropriately
sizing elements like turf areas or water features.
• Archaeological sites and historic elements should be preserved and
protected.
Park Siting
• When building parks, it is important to select sites that have minimal constraints.
Parcels undesirable for development often are not suitable for a park.
• Pocket and neighborhood parks should not be located adjacent to arterial
streets but may be located along collector streets or streets with lower traffic
volumes.
• Parks should be fully visible from the surrounding neighborhoods and not tucked
into corner lots or on sites where the park is bordered by rear lots.
• Parks shall be located to create focal points in the community and highlight
scenic views.
• The front of residential lots should face onto parks through single-loaded streets.
Developers shall refrain from placing lots where rear yards abut the parks.
• Parks shall be designed so approximately half of the perimeter is abutting street
right of way in conformance with CPTED principles (Crime Prevention Through
Environmental Design).
• Parks should be sited adjacent to open space tracts, such as washes, rivers, and
mountains.
• Where possible, parks should be located adjacent to schools and other city
facilities, such as police and fire stations.
• View fencing shall be used on lots adjacent to parks and open space to improve
security.
• Perimeter landscape areas used for decorative purposes adjacent to arterial
streets may not be counted towards the park space requirement. Parks should
be sited centrally within a development to enhance their multi-use potential.
• All homes within a development should be within ¼ mile radius of a pocket park
and a ½ mile from a neighborhood park.
General Design Guidelines
General Amenities
• Park name signage shall be provided in neighborhood parks and larger and shall
be visible from the street and/or the park entryway.
• Restrooms shall be built in community parks and larger. The building shall be
visible and close to the street for surveillance.
• Restrooms must provide safe use with entry doors that are not lockable from the
inside.
• Parks should have a chilled drinking fountain located near athletic fields and
courts and near restrooms. Fountains should be vandal-resistant.
• Shaded seating areas shall be provided in parks.
• Significant shade shall be provided in parks through trees.
Golf Courses
• In communities, only 50% of a golf course will count towards a development’s
requirement for usable park space if the golf course is open to the public at no
cost or fee for entrance or if the entrance charge is paid as part of the overall
homeowner association fee by residents in the community.
• For all other types of single-family and multi-family development, 0% of the
land area devoted to the golf course will be counted towards the development’s
requirement for park space to allow for the provision of other recreational
amenities.
• A golf cart path plan should be provided.
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Irrigation Design Standards
General
• All irrigation systems should be designed and installed per city code
requirements.
• Irrigation systems should be designed for efficiency and low water use/
water conservation while operating effectively. Typical best practices (such
as having irrigation lines run level and parallel to slope contours to minimize
drainage and pressures issues) should be implemented.
• The residual pressure and flow as well as equipment itself should be
sufficient to accommodate current site conditions, field changes, as well as
future updates and demands.
• Systems should be highly organized with hydro-zoned, labeled, and
coordinated valves and controller systems. Valves should be placed to easily
turn off certain portions of the system for maintenance/at will.
• Irrigation systems that use non-potable water should have equipment and
piping marked/colored appropriately, as well as have signs stationed around
the park.
Turf
• Turf should be irrigated according to typical best practices such as head-
to-head/100% coverage, with an automatic pop-up system. Overspray on
sidewalks/paving should be avoided.
Drip
• Drip is the preferred method of irrigation for all non-turf landscaped areas.
Equipment
Controller:
• Controllers should be installed wall-mounted within a lockable storage room
or maintenance yard where possible. When they must be located within
the landscape, controllers should be installed inside a vandal-resistant,
weatherproof stainless steel enclosure (typically on a concrete pad in a
decomposed granite area, screened by vegetation). Controllers should not be
installed within turf.
• All irrigation controllers should have weather or soil moisture sensors
included.
Water Meter:
• A water meter should be installed at the point of connection.
Booster Pump:
• A booster pump is required in parks where available water pressure is not
adequate to meet irrigation system demand (or estimated future demand
where park will be built in phases).
Backflow Preventer:
• BFPs should be contained within a lockable, removable stainless steel
cage, typically on a concrete pad. Include a wye strainer just downstream if
required.
Pressure Regulating Valve, Master Valve, and Flow Sensor:
• These three items should be installed immediately downstream of the
backflow preventer, in that order.
Valves:
• Valves should be placed within landscape or turf areas, but not within fields
or paved areas. Valves should be designed to control certain zones, typically
separated by use or area in space (like parking lot landscape isolated from
lakeside pier area landscape, or event lawn turf vs. baseball field turf).
• Isolation Valves should be placed throughout the system to create zones that
can be turned off at will.
Grading and Drainage Design Standards
General
• Drainage shall be directed away from buildings, electrical enclosures and
other equipment like irrigation controllers, backstops, and other sensitive
areas/items like playground equipment.
• Grading and drainage plans shall follow all City of Buckeye and MAG standard
requirements.
• Grading of a site shall balance cut and fill where possible.
• Green infrastructure techniques like detention/retention basins and swales
are encouraged.
Parking Areas
• Typical grade is 4.5% maximum, and 1.5% maximum cross slope. A cross
slope of 2% or greater negatively impacts the usability of the park.
Walkways and Pedestrian Paving
• Typical grade is 4.5% maximum, and 1.5% maximum cross slope. When
slopes exceed 5%, paved walkways become a ramp—handrails are required
on all ramps, per ADA requirements, with landings/passing zones if
necessary.
• All pedestrian routes should be or include an ADA accessible walkway.
Unpaved Trails
• Maintained unpaved trails within developed parks should be graded at 1.5%
minimum and 4.5% maximum, with a 2% cross slope maximum.
Basketball and Multi-Purpose Courts
• These courts should drain end to end, at 1%.
Tennis Courts
• These courts should drain end to end or side to side at 1%.
Baseball and Softball Fields
• Infields and outfields of both field types should have 1.5%-2% grade, with
positive drainage away from home plate.
• Do not locate manholes or basins within field areas.
Multi-Purpose Fields
• Fields should have a grade between 1.5 and 2%, and are typically crowned at
the center with drainage flowing away on all sides.
• Do not locate manholes or basins within field areas.
• Turf finished grade should be 1” below paved walkways, headers, and mow-
curbs.
Turf (Passive Recreation)
• Turf areas should be between 2% and 20%; anything beyond a 5:1 slope is
unable to be mowed properly and safely.
• Turf finished grade should be 1” below paved walkways, headers, and mow-
curbs.
Landscape Areas
• Landscape areas are typically between 2% and 50% grade. Slope/bank
erosion control will be applied through rip-rap or other approved means
where needed.
• Granite/crushed rock finished grade should be 1-2” below paved walkways
and headers.
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Multi-Use Fields Design Standards
Appearance
Sizing
• A soccer field is 180’ x 300’ minimum, with a preferred dimension of
225’ x 360’.
• A lacrosse fields is 180’ x 330’, with a preferred dimension of 225’ x 360’.
• A football field is 160’ x 360’.
• A rugby pitch is 150’ x 360’.
Layout
• A clear zone of at least 9’ on each side of each field is preferred (no tree/shrub
planting, grade changes like berms, sidewalks, or drains), with a minimum of
10’ separation between each field.
• The preferred orientation for fields is for the long axis to be north-south
wherever possible.
• Crown turf fields at a minimum of 1.5%.
• Turf species to be approved by the city.
Spectators
• Permanent fixed spectator viewing is not required for each multi-use field.
• Consideration should be taken for having accessible open areas outside the
safety zone near the centerfield of each field, for casual viewership to watch
games.
• Constructed seating like bleachers should have integrated accessible seating
and companion seating areas.
Landscape and Planting Design Standards
General
• Plants located along streetscapes and in parking lots should meet city code
minimum design. Installation details such as tree staking should also be per
city code.
• Turf can be installed for passive and active recreation uses, but should not
generally be used for small and/or decorative areas.
• Invasive species shall not be used.
• All landscape/planting areas should contain a rock mulch groundcover layer
of at least 2” depth.
• Planting should avoid creating “hidden” spots or interrupt sight lines in order
to create better park safety.
Plant Selection
• Plants should be chosen from city required plants lists where applicable, and
be suitable for the desert climate.
• All plants should be heat and drought tolerant, with low water requirements.
Preferred plants are durable, relatively disease- and pest-free, and are not
maintenance intensive (including heavy litter or lengthy dropping of fruit/
debris). Conserving water and reducing maintenance needs/costs are
encouraged.
Placement
• Plant shrubs, grasses, accents, and groundcovers so that their ultimate
spread at maturity will be 1-2’ off of walkways.
• Placement of spined/dangerous plants shouldn’t be planted near
playgrounds or where park users could be easily injured.
• Trees should be placed to maximize shade on walkways and other user-heavy
amenities like seating at playgrounds or splash pads.
• Trees should not be planted within safety surfacing in playgrounds. Trees
should be planted far enough from play equipment or pruned properly so
that there is adequate clearance from branches.
• Root barriers are required where necessary.
• Tree grates should have expandable center openings, and must meet ADA
requirements.
• Tree conflicts with light fixtures should be avoided for safety.
Maintenance
• Plant choice, placement, and spacing should be considered to require minor
trimming, upkeep, and crowding assuming typical plant development.
Skate/Bike Park Design Standards
Skate/Bike Park
• Location to be visible to ensure safety and passive supervision.
• Ensure there is a natural flow/circulation allowing users easy transitions from
one element to another element.
• Include a variety of elements like bowls, ramps, rails, plazas, and leges to
cater to different styles and skill levels.
• Use durable materials that can withstand heavy use and exposure to use.
• Design elements with appropriate transitions and coping to minimize the risk
of injury.
• Fencing and gates to control access and use.
• Provide proper park and rule signing.
• Provide lighting with full photometric coverage to ensure no dark spots in
accordance with ASTM F2480-06 and Illuminating Engineering Society of
North America.
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Parking Areas Design Standards
General
• Parking should be provided at rates appropriate for each park’s amenities,
with adequate parking for visitors and event parking (if applicable) to
minimize parking problems on residential/arterial streets.
Handicap Accessible Parking
• Required number of handicap accessible spots (per Buckeye city code)
should be placed as close as possible to visitor entrances, with the shortest
possible ADA accessible routes at 4’ wide. All handicap spaces and routes
shall follow ADA requirements and be marked with appropriate signage and
striping. 50% of handicap accessible spaces should be van accessible spaces.
• A bench with companion seating area should be provided near the parking
area. Drop off areas at entrances are desirable.
Bicycle Parking
• Required number of bike parking spaces (per Buckeye city code) should be
placed within 200’ of key amenities, such as playgrounds, ramadas, trailhead
entrance, recreation center visitor’s entrances, etc.
Adjacency to Amenities
• Parking lots should be located at least 125’ from baseball field home plates
(100’ from base to street), and 75’ from youth baseball field and softball home
plates (75’ from base path to street).
• Parking lots should be located 50’ minimum away from edges of playground
areas.
Outdoor Exercise Area Design Standards
Outdoor Exercise Equipment: General
• Outdoor exercise areas should be set up for a range of users and accessibility
levels, as well as target different muscle groups and cover different exercise
types. Thought should be taken to provide a variety of equipment for
upper-body, lower-body, cardio, strength-based, flexibility, or core targeted
activities.
• Exercise equipment can be set up along a walking/running route through the
park as part of a fitness loop, or grouped in one main area (separate from
playground equipment). Locating at suitable intervals can create a circuit
training system.
Outdoor Exercise Equipment:
Surfacing
• Exercise equipment can be mounted on concrete or stabilized decomposed
granite if the equipment doesn’t require users’ feet to leave the ground. If
users’ feet do leave the ground while using the equipment, rubber poured-in-
place playground surfacing must be used.
• Materials and colors should tie into existing choices throughout the park and/
or tie into the natural landscape for a cohesive feel and/or theme.
Signage
• Signage describing applicable exercises, proper uses, and age ranges should
be posted with the exercise equipment.
• Running/walking loops in parks should be marked at specific increments with
signs or other wayfinding methods so that users can mark their progress.
Group Fitness
• Passive turf recreation space is recommended for casual group classes like
yoga or tai-chi.
• Artificial turf areas (typically fenced) for group activities like cross fit can also
be incorporated.
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Protective Surfacing
Acceptable Unitary Materials:
• Playground surfacing around play equipment should consist of a unitary
material like pour-in-place rubberized surface, bond-in-place rubberized
surface, or synthetic turf. With the goal of creating an inclusive play
environment, unitary material surface limits should adhere to the following:
• Provide ingress/egress from edge of play area to major play equipment
• Extend safety surfacing beyond use zones to provide clear path to and
around play components.
• Surface depth and sub-surface section shall be consistent with
requirements for equipment fall heights and manufacturer
recommendations as well as ASTM and CPSC guidelines
• Pour-In-Place Rubberized Surface
• Bond-In-Place Rubberized Surface
• Synthetic Turf (ASTM, ADA Accessible)
Acceptable Loose-Fill Materials:
• Engineered Wood Fiber (EWF)
Play areas beyond the unitary materials limits identified above may be sur
faced with a loose-fill material like engineered wood fiber. When provided,
the following apply:
• EWF should be a minimum 12” compressed depth or consistent with required
fall-zone attenuation recommendations from play manufacturer
• EWF should be flush with the top of adjacent path
• EWF should be flush with pour-in-place surfacing
Environmental Conditions and Site Factors
Playground Shade
• Dedicated shade structures should be provided over major play equipment.
Fabric shade canopies or solid shade structures may be provided for shade.
Lighting
• The play area and immediate surroundings should be lighted utilizing
site light poles and/or light fixtures integrated into playground shade.
Playgrounds should be lighted to provide a minimum coverage of one
footcandle.
• Any lighting shall have a 0 foot candle at a residential property line.
Location within Park Site
When siting playgrounds within a park site, consider the following criteria:
• Playgrounds should be visible from nearby paths
• Playgrounds should not be located directly adjacent to automobile traffic,
consider the addition of a wall or fence if near parking lot of street
• Playgrounds should not be located directly adjacent to bicycle traffic,
consider the addition of a wall or fence and bike path signage
• Playgrounds should be located adjacent to open turf space for unstructured
play opportunities
• Cacti or landscape materials with thorns or pods that pose tripping hazards
are not to be located in or adjacent to the play area
• Site grading should direct runoff away from major play equipment
Paving and Walkways Design Standards
Walkway Sizes
• Main park routes and entrance walkways should be a minimum of 10’ wide,
and should connect amenities such as courts, fields, playgrounds, and
aquatic/fitness/recreation centers. If these routes will also be used by park
maintenance and ranger vehicles, so width should be no smaller than 12’.
• Walkways adjacent to ball field lights require a 12’ wide minimum width to
provide vehicular access for maintenance of field lighting.
• Secondary walkways (without security lighting or maintenance access) can
be 6’ wide.
• Minor concrete zones that act as playground or exercise area surfacing
containment (and not as a true circulation route) can be as narrow as 4’.
These walkways should slope 1.5% away from playground or exercise area.
Walkway Design
• Walkways should be connected to form walking loops wherever possible.
• Main routes shall be concrete, and all routes shall be ADA accessible per the
ADA national code.
• At narrow walkways 4’ or tighter (such as around tree grates, etc.), where
there’s an adjacent abrupt change of grade adjacent to the walkway, a 6”
warning curb should be installed.
• Sidewalks can be used between two areas in functional and aesthetic ways,
such as to separate two playgrounds of different age range appropriateness,
or act as a walkable barrier between turf and landscape areas.
Walkway and Paving Construction
• Pedestrian only concrete is typically 4” thick minimum, while vehicular
concrete is typically 6” thick minimum.
• Concrete construction should follow all City of Buckeye standard details and
construction requirements.
Unpaved Walkways
• Soft walkways using stabilized decomposed granite are allowed for
secondary walkway systems and trails.
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Ramada and Shade Structures Design Standards
Appearance
General
Allowed Materials:
• Wood erodes quickly in the desert; shade sail or metal structures are
preferred.
• Posts should be steel and may be powder coated or painted.
• Metal roofs should be standing metal seam or similar with no exposed
screws.
• Fabric shade sails should be made with UV-resistant materials with stainless
steel fittings.
Construction
• Soil/boring tests should be performed to determine footing suitability for
shade structures.
Playground Shade Structures
Ramada Lighting
• Ramadas should include light fixtures and provide light coverage at a
minimum of one footcandle for the ramada space.
Playground Shade Structures
• Playground shade structures should be positioned to absorb the brunt
of summertime sun that would hit playground equipment or seating.
Playground shade may be incorporated into play towers/play equipment, or
be standalone shade.
• Any structure posts/poles must not conflict/sit inside with the playground’s
safety fall zones. Shade structures shall be positioned to prohibit climbing
access on top of the roofs from tall play equipment.
Playground Design Standards
Site Furnishing
Seating
• Separate play areas should be provided for the following age groups
• Children ages 2 to 5
• Children ages 5 to 12
• Play equipment for ages 2 to 12 may be used on small sites with prior
approval from the City.
Drinking Fountains
• Drinking fountains to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA) standards. This includes spout height to be no more than 36 inches
from the ground. Knee and toe clearance should be at least 27 inches high, 30
inches wide and 17-25 inches deep.
Play Equipment
Age-Appropriateness
• Separate play areas should be provided for the following age groups
• Children ages 2 to 5
• Children ages 5 to 12
• Play equipment for ages 2 to 12 may be used on small sites with prior
approval from the City.
Play Area Perimeter
• Where applicable, playgrounds should include a minimum 5’ path around
the play area. This concrete perimeter should have a deepened footing at the
edge when adjacent to a loose fill material play surface
Play Structures
• All decks should be punched steel and have a non-skid surface
• Playground should include multiple ground-level play components
• Playgrounds are encouraged to have at least one sensory play element and a
quiet, cozy space play element
• Playground should include play elements that have play value for children of
all abilities.
• Slides, climbing bars, and other high-touch play components should be light
colored
• Safety zone should be provided per manufacturer recommendations based
on equipment provided as well as ASTM and CPSC guidelines
Swings
• Swings should be free-standing structures
• Swings should be hung per manufacturer recommendations
• Belt seats should be slash-proof and vandal-resistant
• Safety zone for swings should be provided per manufacturer
recommendations based on swing type as well as ASTM and CPSC guidelines
• Swings and swing area should be placed at the perimeter of the playground
Playground Shade Structures
• Trash enclosures shouldn’t be placed near entrances or exits where
collection vehicles would block traffic during pickup. They should be located
within or adjacent to parking areas.
• A minimum 3’-0” wide pedestrian access gate is required at each enclosure; it
may be lockable.
• Main enclosure doors will have pin-drops at open and closed positions.
Standards for Retention Areas as Parks
General
• Side slopes shall be no greater than 4 to 1; however a variation of other
side slopes - 6 to 1, 8 to 1, 10 to 1, and 12 to 1 are encouraged and should be
used. Side slopes should be curvilinear with natural undulation. Retention
designed large enough to accommodate sporting activities may avoid
undulating side slopes if the slopes will serve as spectator seating.
• Retention basins must be turf-lined to count towards the development’s park
space.
• Retention dry wells located in turf areas must be placed outside the
recreation areas, especially when used as a multi-use sports field to the
maximum extent possible.
• Amenities that are high and dry must be provided adjacent to the retention
area. Amenities such as basketball and volleyball courts, ramadas,
playgrounds, and splash pads should be high and dry, outside of the bottom
of the basin and above the 10-year floodplain.
• Amenities suitable to be located inside the basin include dog parks and
sports fields. Lighting for these amenities can be located at top of basin and
directed towards the bottom of the basin.
• No dimension should be less than 30 feet in retention basins used as park
space.
• The design of the basin should mimic natural forms in slope and shape.
The overall configuration should be irregular, rounded and free form with
a variety of curves. Basin design should avoid straight lines and simple
geometric shapes (square or rectangular basins).
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Site and Sports Lighting Design Standards
General
• Lighting should provide safe and visible routes throughout the parks,
highlight building entrances, illuminate courts and fields for night games
(where applicable), and overall, provide a better experience for users.
• Lighting can be used as a safety tool (such as lighting stairs and grade
changes to prevent tripping, or illuminating dark corners to prevent crime)
and an aesthetic tool (such as tape lighting along a toekick of a seatwall, or
colored lighting at a themed playground).
• Care should be taken to prevent light spillage onto adjacent properties,
especially high-intensity sports lighting near residential areas. Trees planted
near lights should be pruned frequently enough that they will not obscure the
light at maturity.
• Pull boxes for high-voltage site and sports lighting should be placed
within concrete wherever possible. Light poles should be located within
decomposed granite planting areas and away from turf spray whenever
possible (mount on concrete bases when located in turf).
• Lights should be set on a time-clock to turn off by a certain hour. Poles and
electrical equipment should be vandal resistant, with controls enclosed in a
locked cage.
Building Exterior Lights
• A light should be mounted above all exterior building doors (min. 7’ higher
than groundplane).
• Exterior lights should be surface mounted on building walls.
Site Lighting
• Parking lot lighting should be lit to city standards, with a minimum 1
footcandle of light over the driving/walking surface during park hours of
operation and one hour after.
• Stairways should be illuminated with a minimum 1 footcandle over all stair
treads and landings during hours of park operation and one hour after.
• Swimming pool decks should be illuminated with a minimum 1 footcandle
over all decking surface during hours of park operation and one hour after.
• Paved walkways and bike trails should be illuminated with a minimum .25
footcandle on the walking surface during hours of park operation and one
hour after.
Pickleball Courts
• Each court should be lit with an “on” button for users to press, that’s set to a
timeclock to turn off after a specific interval.
• Typical court lighting is 30 footcandles at the baseline and 50 footcandles at
the net line.
Tennis Courts
• Each court should be lit with an “on” button for users to press, that’s set to a
timeclock to turn off after a specific interval.
• Typical court lighting is 30 footcandles at the baseline and 50 footcandles
at the net line. Tournament courts should be lit 75-100 footcandles over the
entire court.
Racquetball/Handball Courts
• Each court should be lit with an “on” button for users to press, that’s set to a
timeclock to turn off after a specific interval.
• Typical court lighting is 20-30 footcandles over the entire court.
Site and Sports Lighting Design Standards
Basketball Courts
• Typical basketball court lighting is 20-30 footcandles over the entire court.
• Light poles should be at least 8-10’ clear from the edge of court when
possible.
• Each court should be lit with an “on” button for users to press, that’s set to a
timeclock to turn off after a specific interval.
Sand Volleyball Courts
• Each court should be lit with an “on” button for users to press, that’s set to a
timeclock to turn off after a specific interval.
• Typical court lighting is 20-30 footcandles over the entire court.
Baseball/Softball Fields
• Typical baseball infield lighting levels should be between 40 and 50
footcandles, while outfield lighting should be between 20 and 30 footcandles.
• Youth baseball field and softball field infield lighting levels should be
between 20 and 30 footcandles, while outfield lighting should be between 15
and 20 footcandles.
Soccer, Football, Lacrosse, and Rugby
Fields
• Lighting at fields should be placed thoughtfully and appropriately for night-
time use, with minimal disturbance to residential areas nearby. Typical
lighting level for fields is 20-30 footcandles over the entire field area, but can
vary depending on which sport is prioritized. Electrical outlets should be
added to at least one light pole per field.
• Field lighting should be located outside of play areas, and outside of turf
where possible.
• Field lighting should be controlled from a remote location based on user
schedules.
Park Security Lighting
• Park design should include a photometric plan for the entire park to identify
dark spots and provide coverage for security lighting in and around the park.
• Ensure uniform lighting to avoid creating dark spots that can be potential
hiding places.
• Employ floodlights or high-mask lighting for larger areas such as sports
fields, playgrounds and open spaces.
• Use focused lighting to highlight specific features like signage, restrooms,
pavilions, and parking areas.
• Ensure bright, clear lighting at park entrances and exits for easy navigation
and enhanced security.
• Use energy-efficient LED lights that provide bright illumination, have a long
lifespan, and reduce energy consumption.
• Install motion sensors and timers to reduce energy use by activating lights
only when necessary.
• Select lighting fixtures that complement the park’s overall design and
aesthetic.
• Use fixtures with proper shielding to minimize light pollution and maintain
the natural ambiance of the park.
• Park lighting should be provided at amenities, playgrounds, sport courts,
sports fields, parking lots, restrooms, walking paths, etc.
Playground
• Playground areas should be lighted for night use. Lighting should be fixed to
shade structure posts and provide even lighting under shaded playground
area.
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Ramada/Pavilion Design Standards
Ramada/Pavilions
• Ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to allow
structure access by all users.
• Use materials and structural designs that provide optimal shade. Solid roofs,
large overhangs and orientation to the sun should be considered during
siting and layout.
• Incorporate open access to promote airflow and cooling.
• UV Protection: Materials that can withstand high temperatures. Metal treated
with powder-coating from manufacture to be considered.
• Utilize reflective materials or those that do not retain heat, such as metal
roofing with reflective coating.
• Foundation design should be sized by a structural engineer to ensure proper
structural design and wind loading considerations.
• Ensure structures are sized for appropriate use. A standard ramada might be
20ft x 20ft, while a larger group ramada or pavilion may be 40ft x 60ft or more.
• Ramada and pavilion areas shall include at a minimum of 1 footcandle
coverage within the plaza area.
Splash Pad Design Standards
Splash Pad
• Site splash pad in a visible and easily accessible area within the park.
Consider proximity to restrooms and other park amenities.
• Ensure a clear buffer zone around the splash pad to separate from other park
amenities.
• Use slip-resistant materials for the splash pad surfacing to reduce risk of falls.
• Include a mix of water features such as jets, sprays, fountains, and misting
elements to cater to different age groups and preferences.
• Incorporate interactive features like water cannons and control buttons for
use equipment.
• Include features that are accessible to children and adults with disabilities,
such as ground-level sprays and interactive elements.
• Use materials that can withstand intense heat and UV exposure. Common
choices are polished concrete, rubberized surfaces, and stainless steel for
nozzles and fixtures.
• Ensure the splash pad surface remains cool to the touch even during peak
sun hours, possibly with lighter colors or coatings designed to stay cool.
• Install shade structures such as tensile fabric canopies or pergolas near the
splash pad to provide relief from the sun.
• Provide seating options for parents and guardians, ensuring some shaded
seating is available.
• Provide clear signage with rules and safety guidelines near the splash pad.
• Use sensors and timers to manage water usage efficiently, activating water
features only when needed.
• Design the splash pad with an efficient drainage system to recycle or properly
dispose of used water.
• Recirculation systems to include high-quality filtration system to ensure
water remains clean and safe for users. Use chlorination water treatment
methods to maintain hygienic conditions.
• Ensure pathways to and from the splash pad are ADA-compliant, with
smooth, stable surfaces and appropriate slopes.
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Park Furnishings
Site Furnishing
General
Notes
• All parks should contain site furniture such as seating elements, drinking fountains, and trash
receptacles. Appearance and form of furnishings should generally be complementary to one another, as
well as incorporate elements of the overall park theming and design.
• Consideration of security, graffiti, and maintenance measures should be taken during furnishing
selection.
Park Bench
Benches are required:
• At tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts
• At tot-lots
• Benches may have backs, armrests, and center rails. Park benches will be surface mounted on a
concrete pad.
• Benches will meet current City standards for quantity, location, and design. All park benches will be ADA
accessible. To meet accessibility standards, park benches will have a 4’-0”x5’-0” concrete pad outside of
the path of travel and next to the bench for companion seating.
Bike Rack
• Bike racks should be surface mounted on a hardscape pad where bikes will not block the path of travel.
• The number of bike racks will be per City standards. They should be placed near park entries.
Drinking
Fountain
• Every park will have at least one drinking fountain. Drinking fountains will be placed outside of the path
of travel, and will be ADA accessible. It is preferred to have at least one drinking fountain with a “pet
friendly” bottom bowl and built-in water bottle filler.
Placement:
• Fountains are required near athletic and court areas and restrooms.
• Drinking fountains will be located at least 50’-0” from any sand play areas.
• Fountains should be located near active park sites and playgrounds.
• Drinking fountains must be fitted with flow inhibitor and automatic shut-off, and be connected to sewer.
Picnic Table
• ADA accessible picnic tables should be available at all ramadas.
• Picnic tables should be placed on concrete pads with 4’ clearance between end of table/bench and pad edge.
BBQ
• BBQs will be ADA accessible and located outside the path of travel on a non-combustible surface.
Multiple BBQs or a larger group BBQ should be considered at large-group ramadas.
Trash and
Recycling
Receptacles
• Trash receptacles will be ADA accessible and surface-mounted, located outside the path of travel.
• Trash receptacles will comply with current City stormwater standards, and will be oriented to
accommodate easy access for maintenance staff.
• At least one trash receptacle will be placed at:
• The park restroom(s).
• At the picnic area or at each ramada.
• At the tot lot/playground area.
• At the court(s) area and field(s) area.
• At key rest areas along bikeways or major walkways.
Sports Courts Design Standards
Sports Courts
General
Placement:
• Sport courts should be oriented along the north-south axis whenever possible.
• Sport courts should be placed where a buffer can exist between the courts and residential areas due to
lighting and sound concerns.
• At least one drinking fountain and trash can per every four courts should be provided.
Materials:
• Paved sport courts should be constructed of concrete and be wear- and slip-resistant, with either a
medium broom finish and striping or a colored sports surfacing treatment with painted striping.
Basketball
Courts
Dimensions:
• Typical basketball court dimensions are 104’-0” by 70’-0”, with a playing area of 94’-0” by 50’-0”. Half-
court layouts are 47’-0” by 50’-0”.
Design Considerations:
• Basketball courts often have no spectator seating, but at least one bench per court should be provided.
• Rectangular steel backboards, double-rimmed rims with nylon nets, and galvanized steel poles are
preferred.
Tennis Courts
Dimensions:
• Typical tennis court dimensions are 102’-0” by 60’-0” with a playing area of 78’-0” by 36’-0”.
Design Considerations:
• All tennis marking lines should be 2” thick and white, and the baseline should be 4” wide.
• Tennis courts require a 12’-0” high mesh-covered chain link fence surrounding each court. Two or more
courts may be grouped together without fencing between them if they have 12’-0” between sidelines as
a buffer. Fences will have a minimum 36” wide entry gate at each court.
• At least one bench per court should be provided.
Pickleball
Courts
Dimensions:
• Typical pickleball court dimensions are 64’-0” by 30’-0” with a playing area of 44’-0” by 20’-0”.
Design Considerations:
• All pickleball marking lines should be 2” thick and white.
• Pickleball courts require a minimum 10’-0” high mesh-covered chain link fence surrounding each court.
• At least one bench per court should be provided.
Volleyball
Courts
Dimensions:
• Typical volleyball court dimensions are 80’-0” by 42’-0” have a playing area of 60’-0” by 30’-0”.
Design Considerations:
• Volleyball courts often have no spectator seating, but at least one bench per court should be provided.
• Volleyball courts can be sand.
Multi-Use
Courts
Dimensions:
• Typical multi-use courts have a playing area of 94’-0” by 50’-0”.
Design Considerations:
• Multi-use courts are typically striped for both basketball and volleyball. In this case, basketball
court striping should be 2” wide and white, while volleyball court striping should be 1.5” wide and a
contrasting color.
Racquetball/
Handball
Courts
Dimensions:
• Typical racquetball courts have a playing area of 20’-0” by 40’-0” by 20’-0”. The back wall should be a
minimum height of 12’-0”, with the rest of the walls 20’-0” tall.
Design Considerations:
• Metal door with window should be centered on the back wall.
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Trash Receptacle Design Standards
Appearance
General
• Enclosures are typically CMU walls with #4 rebar reinforcement, with solid
steel panels.
• Integral color block to match colors found elsewhere in the park is
encouraged.
Construction
• Trash enclosures should be a minimum of 6’-0” tall, with doors to screen the
bins from view. Typical dimensions for single-bin enclosures are 12’-0”x9’-0”.
• Double- or triple-bin enclosures must maintain 12’ wide bay per bin, but do
not require interior walls between them.
• The interior of the enclosure should be a minimum 6” deep concrete slab,
and two 4” safety posts should be spaced evenly 4” from the back wall of the
enclosure.
Wayfinding Design Standards
General
• Signage design should conform to all City of Buckeye design standards.
• Wayfinding and signs are an opportunity to tie into the park’s general theme
and color scheme, unify park elements or phases, and help users find their
way around. Signs should also provide information on safety and rules and
regulations of different amenities (such as dog park pet sizes or hours).
• Design and colors should generally be standardized and consistent
throughout the park, and should be clear and legible.
• Wayfinding should generally be located along the continuous path of travel
in open and clearly visible locations, and should not obstruct view lines for
safety.
• Parks should generally contain both a lit main entry sign/monument with the
park’s name and address prominent (usually on a street corner or near the
entrance), and a regulatory sign with hours, rules, and regulations located
near the pedestrian entrance(s).
Trails
• Trail wayfinding should include signs marking entrances and exits and route
markers along the path with info on mileage and connections. Signage along
the trail should be easy to read from the route, and placed so as to not be
obscured by vegetation.
Entrance signs should include the following:
• A map showing each trail, marked clearly with the trail’s name, length, and
difficulty. Maps should include locations of rest areas, trailheads, and water
fountains, as well as high points and low points, and key natural features for
wayfinding.
• Safety and potential hazard information, including emergency information
• Rules, regulation, restrictions, and permitted trail uses and prohibited
activities
• Seasonal conditions, if applicable
• Trail etiquette
• Hours of operation
• Trail signage can include interpretive and educational info, such as on plant
and animal species/habitat or historical significance.
• Trail wayfinding can incorporate different icons or elements to define
different trails or routes with simple visual clarity.
Playgrounds
• Signs at playgrounds should delineate appropriate age ranges for different
play equipment. Signs should include information on accessibility and
necessity of adult supervision where applicable.
• Signs to indicate accessible routes and equipment for all abilities.
• Communicate safety rules and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
ADA
• Proper signage should be installed wherever required according to current
ADA guidelines.
• Accessible/handicap parking spots should have a sign designating each spot.
• The blue universal sign should be embedded in/painted on the concrete
at companion seating locations at benches/tables and bleachers where
applicable.
Water Conservation
Water Conservation
• All community parks shall be constructed in accordance with the Buckeye
Water Conservation Code (Article 17-5) and shall not include non-functional
turf, except as necessary for dog parks, playgrounds, sports fields,
amphitheaters, or other recreational facilities of a similar nature that require
natural turf. Community Parks should utilize Arizona native plants listed
in the low water use/drought-tolerant plant list compiled by the Arizona
Department of Water Resources for the Phoenix Active Management Area.
Mini-Pitch/Futsal
Appearance
General
Dimensions:
• Length: 82 to 137 feet (for international matches: 125 to 137 feet)
• Width: 52 to 82 feet (for international matches: 65 to 82 feet)
Surface:
• The playing surface should be smooth and flat, typically artificial materials. Avoid concrete or asphalt
surfaces for optimal play.
Markings:
• Lines: All lines should be 3 inches wide and clearly visible.
• Goal Area: A semi-circle with a radius of approximately 19.7 feet from the outside of each goalpost.
• Penalty Area: A point 19.7 feet from the midpoint between the goalposts.
• Second Penalty Mark: Located approximately 32.8 feet from the midpoint between the goalposts.
• Center Circle: A circle with a radius of 9.8 feet at the center of the pitch.
Goals:
• The goals should be 9.8 feet wide and 6.6 feet high.
• Run-off Area:
• There should be a safety run-off area around the pitch with a minimum distance of 4.9 feet from the
lateral lines and 6.6 feet from the goal lines.
Fencing:
• Futsal pitches are usually enclosed, so adequate fencing should be installed for safety and to keep the
ball in play.
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City of Buckeye Requirements for Park Design
in Residential Developments by Developers and
Homeowner Associations (HOAs)
The City of Buckeye, Arizona, has experienced significant growth and development over the past two
decades, driven by numerous master planned communities. These communities are designed to provide a
comprehensive living environment, with amenities, recreational facilities, and commercial spaces integrated
into the residential landscape.
Existing Master Plan Communities
The following is a list of some of the larger master planned communities that have been developed within
Buckeye over the past couple of decades highlighting size and features:
1. Verrado:
• Overview: One of the most prominent master planned communities in Buckeye, Verrado spans over
8,800 acres. It offers a blend of residential neighborhoods, schools, and a vibrant Main Street district.
• Features: Verrado boasts over 86 neighborhood parks, 21 miles of hiking trails, two recreation centers,
three pools, two golf courses and numerous community events.
2. Sundance:
• Overview: Sundance is a large master planned community with a mix of residential options, a golf
course, and extensive amenities designed to cater to a diverse population.
• Features: Sundance Golf Club, multiple parks, recreational facilities.
3. Tartesso:
• Overview: Encompassing over 12,000 acres, Tartesso is designed to accommodate a substantial number
of residents with a variety of housing options and amenities.
• Features: A large central sports park, numerous neighborhood parks, biking and hiking trails, and
schools.
4. Festival Ranch:
• Overview: Located in the northern part of Buckeye, Festival Ranch features active adult (55+)
communities as well as family-oriented neighborhoods.
• Features: Multiple golf courses, community centers, sports courts, and extensive walking and biking
trails.
5. WestPark:
• Overview: WestPark is a master planned community in Central Buckeye, offering a mix of residential
options and community amenities.
• Features: Parks, a community school, and scenic views of the surrounding desert landscape.
6. Blue Horizons:
• Overview: This community offers a variety of housing styles and sizes with amenities designed to
enhance the quality of life for its residents.
• Features: Parks, playgrounds, basketball courts, and open green spaces.
7. Sienna Hills:
• Overview: Sienna Hills is designed to provide a close-knit community atmosphere with diverse housing
options and numerous amenities.
• Features: Community pool, parks, and walking trails.
8. Windmill Village:
• Overview: A family-friendly master planned community with a focus on providing residents with a range
of amenities and recreational opportunities.
• Features: Parks, playgrounds, and walking paths integrated within the neighborhoods.
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Current Planned Communities in Development
Teravalis - A Master Planned Community in Buckeye, AZ
Formerly known as Douglas Ranch, Teravalis is one of the most ambitious and expansive master planned
communities currently under development in Buckeye. Teravalis aims to offer a blend of residential,
commercial, and recreational spaces, setting a new standard for large-scale developments. The development
includes plans for numerous parks, sports facilities, and open spaces to promote an active and healthy
lifestyle. Extensive hiking, biking, and walking trails will be integrated throughout the community. Multiple
community centers equipped with pools, fitness centers, and spaces for social gatherings and events will be
available to residents. Planned libraries, cultural centers, and educational institutions will provide enriching
activities and resources for all ages.
Teravalis Development Scope:
• Size: Teravalis spans over 37,000 acres, making it one of the largest master planned communities not
only in Buckeye but in Arizona.
• Homes: The community is projected to include approximately 100,000 homes upon completion.
• Commercial Space: Plans include 55 million square feet of commercial, retail, and office space,
providing ample opportunities for businesses and services within the community.
• Population Growth: Teravalis is expected to significantly contribute to future growth eventually being
home to an estimated 300,000 residents by 2040.
The City’s Development Services and Community Services Departments are currently working with the
Teravalis master planned community developer and design team to provide initial comments during the
PAD and pre-platting process. The departments should continue to work together with the developers to
ensure open space, park space, pathways and trails, and preservation of wildlife corridors are meeting the
parks standards.
The 2016 parks and recreation master plan included an inventory of the HOA developed park sites which
identified the following trends:
• Several identified park spaces are located within retention areas.
• Some developers have split up park acreage into several smaller pocket park areas that provide little to
no amenities and little open space or are too small for fields or programming.
• Placement of playground equipment and parks are sometimes located near or along arterial streets and
should be located towards the interior of the development away from busy streets.
• Many of the developments have limited amenities that appeal to all age groups. In the majority of parks
there was only a small tot lot with an adjacent ramada. Older children, teens and adults have limited
recreation opportunities in these communities.
• In some of the communities, pocket parks are located very close together and you may find two pocket
parks located as close as a few blocks away with identical amenities. Emphasis should be placed to
provide a variety of amenities in parks. Also, if warranted by the size of the community, the developer
should build different types of parks, including larger-sized neighborhood parks that may have other
amenities typically not found in a pocket park.
• There is a need to provide a pedestrian circulation system in communities that connect the parks and
retention basins. Often, the retention basins are disjointed without connections in between.
• Not only is there a lack of connections between parks and retention basins inside a development, there
are often limited connections between neighboring developments.
• Some communities waited to build larger size parks until they reached a certain threshold for the
number of homes constructed. The downturn in the economy halted construction in many of these
communities. Residents who were expecting a park to be built within 5 years have waited 10+ years since
they were not built at the outset.
These trends were found in many of Buckeye’s residential developments but are not indicative of every
community. The Parks and Recreation Master Plan provides guidelines to address these issues, so the trends
do not continue to occur in the future.
Previous Findings from 2016 Parks and Recreation
Master Plan for Developer Constructed Park
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Requirements for Parks in Residential Development
Park Space Requirements
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
The City of Buckeye, Arizona, established requirements and guidelines for the design and development of
parks within residential communities in the 2016 Parks and Recreation Master Plan to provide guidance for
the developer community.
It is important for open space and natural areas to be considered and protected during the development
of new residential areas in the City. As a component of open space, functional park space should also be
provided to meet the recreational needs of a community’s residents
Open space in Buckeye is crucial for enhancing the quality of life, promoting environmental sustainability, and
supporting community well-being. These natural areas not only enhance the aesthetic appeal and livability of
the city but also play a critical role in environmental health. Open Space helps regulate local climate, manage
stormwater, and prevent flooding, while providing vital habitats and movement corridors for diverse wildlife
species, which contribute to biodiversity and ecological balance. The City requires a certain percent of land to
be set aside as open space in a new development.
The areas in a development that shall be preserved and counted as open space include both natural and
non—natural features:
Natural Features
• Washes and natural drainage ways
• Floodways and Floodplains
• Water features, including rivers, wetlands, lakes, and ponds
• Designated wildlife habitat areas and corridors
• Areas with mature, healthy native vegetation
• Hillside and mountainous areas
• Rock outcrops
Non-Natural Features
• Utility corridors
• Canals
• Stormwater management devices such as flood control channels, flood attenuating structures and
retention and detention basins
• Landscape areas used for decorative purposes adjacent to the right of way
• Parks also contribute to a development’s open space requirements
Usable park space is a component of open space in the community, it is important to provide functional parks
to benefit residents with both active and passive recreation opportunities.
The areas in a development that shall be counted as park space include the following:
Open Space Requirements
• Active recreation areas: land occupied by
active park amenities, such as playgrounds,
basketball courts, picnic ramadas, multi-use
fields, etc.
• Passive recreation areas: land occupied for
passive recreational uses, such as walking,
biking, picnicking and fishing.
• Turf—lined areas only when adjacent to active
park amenities, otherwise it shall count towards
the open space requirements.
• Tracts that are improved with trails, lighting,
and seating nodes that connect a community’s
parks and open space tracts
• School playgrounds and multi-use fields if open
to the public during non-school hours.
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) is an innovative approach to crime prevention that
fabricates the built environment to positively influence human behavior. Unlike traditional security methods
that focus on reactive measures such as alarms and police patrols, CPTED aims to prevent crime before it
occurs by designing spaces that inherently deter criminal activity.
Core Principles:
Natural Surveillance:
• Objective: Increase visibility within spaces to
deter criminal behavior by ensuring potential
offenders feel they are being watched.
• Implementation: Utilize windows, lighting, and
open layouts that maximize “eyes on the street.”
Well-placed lighting, trimmed landscaping, and
unobstructed views are vital.
Natural Access Control:
• Objective: Direct the flow of people and vehicle
traffic in a way that discourages unwanted
access and increases security without relying on
physical barriers.
• Implementation: Use strategic pathways,
fencing, signage, and entry points to clearly
indicate public routes and restrict access to
private areas.
Territorial Reinforcement:
• Objective: Foster a sense of ownership and
responsibility among community members,
thereby promoting self-policing and community
vigilance.
• Implementation: Incorporate physical designs
such as sidewalks, landscapes, and signage to
delineate public, semi-public, and private spaces.
Features like well-maintained yards, decorative
fences, and distinct property boundaries
contribute to this sense of ownership.
Maintenance:
• Objective: Sustain the aesthetics and
functioning of an area to show it is well-cared-for,
which can prevent initial acts of vandalism and
the spread of crime.
• Implementation: Regular upkeep and prompt
repair of broken windows, removal of graffiti, and
maintaining clean streets and parks convey that
the area is monitored and cared for, reducing
opportunities for disorder.
Activity Support:
• Objective: Promote legitimate activities in
public spaces to increase natural surveillance
and deter criminal behavior.
• Implementation: Encourage community events,
recreational activities, and other gatherings
that draw regular foot traffic to public spaces,
ensuring a constant presence of engaged
community members.
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Minimum Size of Largest Park
The minimum size of the largest park based on housing units remains
the same as the 2016 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The update
in the 2025 plan identifies the option to split parks over 50 acres into
two separate parks. Parks over 15 acres may be conveyed to the City
and be eligible for impact fee credit. Parks over 8-acres in size can
be constructed in phases. The developer shall provide a master plan
that depicts the concept for full build out of the park, the proposed
amenities, the phasing plan, and the triggers for when future expansions
should occur.
For land dedication for larger scale community parks, this would be
included as part of the negotiation with the developer as part of the
Development Agreement. Park network models should utilize natural
and non-natural corridors, such as washes, channels, rivers, canals, and
powerline corridors to connect the parks using trails adjacent to such linear features.
City of Buckeye Park Amenity Requirements
For each 250 units in a residential development, the developer shall provide a minimum of two amenities
from the menu of option listed below. These amenities are inclusive of the amenities associated with pocket
parks, neighborhood parks and community parks. Larger-size community parks and neighborhood parks
must have more amenities than pocket parks. The number of amenities should be commensurate with the
number of housing units to be developed. The example of 3,000 units would result in a population of close to
9,600 people resulting in 24 amenities in the parks. For example, in Verrado at 14,080 residential units at build
out, this would result in 113 amenities. Verrado advertises that they have 86 unique parks in their community,
which would mean on average, each park would have a little over 1 unit per park. Drinking fountains and or
water bottle fillers shall be provided within community parks and trailheads, but not required in pocket parks
or neighborhood parks. Exemptions can be accommodated for Community parks and trailheads that are
located adjacent to within a distance of 250 feet of other public facilities with accessible drinking fountains or
water bottle fillers within a distance of 250 feet. Developers shall provide amenities that appeal to various age
groups living in the community. All amenities shall be lit. The parks and open space tracts shall be connected
via lit paths and trails. These are minimum standards and should be viewed as such.
Number of Housing
Units
Minimum Size
of Largest Park
in Acres
500 - 999
4
1,000 - 1,499
8
1,500 - 1,999
12
2,000 - 2,999
15-20
3,000 - 4,999
20-35
5,000 - 6,999
35-50
7,000 - 8,999
50-65
9,000 - 10,999
65-80
The 2025 Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update is carrying forward these established requirements for
parks within master planned developments. There are two minor changes regarding the requirements from
the 2016 Master Plan.
Amount of Usable Park Space
The 2016 plan included two zoning districts for Multifamily with Multifamily – 1 and Multifamily -2. The
updated zoning districts now have
one Multifamily classification. The
Lot Size, Open Space, and Park
Space gross acreages remain the
same as the 2016 plan.
The following table lists the City
of Buckeye’s zoning districts
with the percent of gross site
acreage that shall be set aside as
open space and park space. For
developments containing multiple
lot sizes, the City shall require the
developer to set aside the percent
of open space associated with the
zoning predominately used in the
subdivision or master planned
community.
Smaller lot sizes for residential
development will be required to
provide a higher percentage of land set aside as open space and parks than in developments with larger
lots. Typical lot sizes in master planned communities and subdivisions in Buckeye range from 5,200 to 8,000
square feet. Developments where the average lot size is between 3,000 – 6,000 square feet will be required to
set aside 25% of the gross site acreage as open space (which includes parks) and 8% of gross site acreage as
parks. Developments with the majority of lots sized larger than 6,000 square feet but under 10,000 square feet
shall set aside 20% of the gross site acreage for open space and 5% for park space.
Properties zoned for mixed use, office and commercial and industrial will set aside land for open space;
however there are no minimum standards for parkland set asides. The City of Buckeye encourages these types
of developments to provide amenities for patrons, customers and employees, which may include plazas, and
forecourts. These areas provide opportunities for small groups to interact socially and may contain shaded
seating areas with a mixture of seating types, seat walls, landscaping, trash cans, bicycle parking, drinking
fountains, kiosks, signage and artwork.
Usable park space requirements are a component of the Development Code open space percentages. For
example, the development code may require 25% of open space to be set aside. The Parks and Recreation
Master Plan may set it at 8% depending on the average lot size. The 8% is not in addition to the 25%, but
rather the amount of open space that should be improved for usable park space.
Zoning Districts
Lot Size by
Square Feet
Open Space
Gross Acreage
Park Space
Gross Acreage
Multifamily
30%
15%
Single Family - 1
1,000 - 2,999
30%
15%
Single Family - 3
3,000 - 5,999
25%
8%
Single Family - 6
6,000 - 9,999
20%
5%
Single Family - 10
10,000 - 17,999
15%
5%
Single Family - 18
18,000 - 42,999
10%
5%
Single Family - 43
43,000 & Larger
5%
No minimum
Mixed Use
10%
No minimum
Office & Commercial
10%
No minimum
Industrial
5%
No minimum
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Construction of Parks in
a Development
For developments larger than 1,000 housing units,
the developer must construct a minimum of an
8-acre park with the construction of the first five
homes. The 8-acre park does not necessarily have
to be the largest park to be built in the community.
For example, for a 3,000-housing unit development,
the developer may elect to build the 8-acre
neighborhood park near the entry to the community
to serve as a marketing tool to draw residents in since
they will see the park as a desirable amenity. As the
community grows and additional homes are added,
the developer will eventually build the required
larger 20-acre community park near the center of the
community.
The City of Buckeye will work with developers on
individual projects if the City believes the park is of
such a size with amenities that it would be beneficial
to both parties for the City of Buckeye to take on the
ownership, maintenance and operation of the park.
Any developer offering a preliminary plat that would
require a park of 15-acres in size or larger shall be
reviewed by the City, and at both the City’s and
developer’s discretion may be dedicated to the City.
The amount of land dedicated by the developer to
the City shall be credited against the open space and
park space requirements. If applicable, the developer
may be eligible for a credit for the dedication against
all or a portion of the park development impact fee.
Buckeye staff will work closely with the developer on
the amenities to be constructed in the park as well as
the design if the park will be conveyed to the City.
Conveyance of Parks to
the City
Summary
Park classification offers a systematic approach to categorizing the city's parks and recreational facilities. By
establishing clear categories, this framework ensures that each park type meets specific community needs
and service standards. The classification system helps prioritize resource allocation, guide maintenance
protocols, and tailor recreational programs effectively. By providing a structured methodology for park
management, this chapter aims to enhance the overall quality, accessibility, and functionality of Buckeye’s
parks, ultimately contributing to a well-balanced and vibrant recreational system for all residents. The
following park classifications have been identified for the Buckeye Parks system:
Pocket
Park
Specialty
Use Areas
Neighborhood
Park
Regional/
Conservation
Park
Community
Park
Sports
Complexes
Menu of Options for Park Amenities
Minimum of 2 amenities per 250 Housing Units
Playgrounds
Covered Playgrounds with swing sets with components for various ages (2 to 5 and 5 to 12 years old)
Playgrounds for 2-5 year olds shall have 8-10 play units with a slide and swings as defined by the
playground manufacturer
Playgrounds for 5-12 year olds shall have 12-15 play units and shall include swings as defined by the
playground manufacturer
1 slide = 1 play unit, 1 swing = 1 play unit, etc.
Splash Pad
Splash Pad
Picnic Facilities
Two separate ramadas (minimum of 12 ft by 12 ft roof cover)
1 picnic table and 1 barbecue grill per ramada
Group Picnic Pavilion
1 large pavilion minimum of 900 square feet
Minimum of 5 picnic tables under canopy and 2 barbecue grills provided
Basketball Court
Full court with two poles, backboards, rims
Pickleball Court
Pickleball Court
Sand Volleyball Court
Sand Volleyball Court
Tennis Court
Tennis Court
Dog Park
Includes pet drinking fountain with areas for both large and small dogs.
The combined large and small dog areas shall be a minimum of 3/4 of an acre.
Structural Seating Node
Gazebo or Shaded Pergola with benches
Outdoor Fitness Equipment
Exercise stations - Minimum 4 stations
Baseball / Softball Field
With chain-link fencing and backstop
Multi-Use Rectangular Field
With build-in combination of football and soccer goal posts
Skate or Bike Park
Skate and/or Bike Park
Amphitheater
With integrated seating in the slope
Swimming Pool
Swimming Pool
Recreation/Community Center
Recreation/Community Center
Note 1: Other amenities not
listed above may be selected and
reviewed by City staff on a case by
case basis
Note 2: Larger developments shall
provide a mixture of amenities
that appeal to all age groups
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Pathways and Trails
Introduction
Buckeye has identified the need for a comprehensive path and trail system, designed to enhance outdoor
recreational opportunities and promote a healthy, active lifestyle for residents and visitors alike. An extensive
network of well-maintained trails will weave through Buckeye’s picturesque landscapes, offering something
for everyone—from scenic walking paths and family-friendly routes to challenging hikes and bike trails.
By connecting neighborhoods, parks, and natural areas, the trail system not only provides an immersive
experience in nature but also fosters a sense of community and accessibility. As part of our commitment
to enriching the quality of life, the Buckeye trail system plays a vital role in encouraging outdoor activities,
environmental stewardship, and a deeper appreciation for the unique beauty of the region.
This chapter identifies opportunities for the development of pathway and trail alignments to connect
residents to regional and local trails, providing access to everyday destinations – schools, parks, civic and
commercial districts and employment centers. The chapter provides an alignment to develop a regional trail,
utilizing existing regional trails like the Maricopa Trail as well as the Gila River and Hassayampa River corridor
to provide a rivers to ridges connecting with Skyline Regional Park.
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The pathway and trail system should enhance
and expand multimodal facilities, for both
recreation and transportation purposes within a
community. Buckeye defines a path to be a paved
surface such as concrete to provide all weather
accessibility, the city defines a trail to be an
earthen surface or decomposed granite.
An expanded pathway and trails system aims
to improve connectivity to local destinations,
close gaps in the trail system, increase safety
and accessibility for all trail users, support
economic development, and enhance the
quality of life for area residents. Additional
considerations also include ADA accessibility,
connectivity to future community development,
corporate campuses and businesses. With the
continued growth in the housing and commercial
sectors comes the opportunity to further develop
paths and trails to enhance connectivity. The
2016 Parks and Recreation Master Plan identified
trail corridors along canals and washes, and
under powerlines and adjacent to flood control
drainage channels and structures. This plan
looks to further identify opportunities to create
a citywide trail that connects communities to
parks, amenities, and natural resources.
The emphasis for this chapter focuses on the
off-street pathways and trails network. The 2019
Buckeye in Motion (Transportation Plan) and
Connect Buckeye (Bicycle and Pedestrian Master
Plan) each address the active transportation
network within the City’s established rights-of-
way. These transportation planning documents
provide the necessary connections from the
street networks, sidewalks, and bike lanes to the
pathway and trails systems.
Previous pathway and trail planning efforts within the City of Buckeye
• 2008 Trails Plan.
• 2009 Buckeye White Tanks Regional Park Plan of Development – Environmental Assessment.
• 2014 White Tank Mountain Regional Park Master Plan Update 2014-2034.
• 2016 Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
• 2016 Skyline Regional Park Trails Master Plan – Mapped out the current 22 miles of trails within
Skyline Regional Park and additional segments to be constructed.
• 2019 Buckeye in Motion Transportation Plan and future trails planned.
• 2019 City of Buckeye Connect Buckeye – Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan establishes the on‐
and off‐street bicycle and pedestrian networks, descriptions and cross‐sections of facility types,
support facilities, and strategies to be employed to reduce stress and improve the function of
the bicycle and pedestrian networks.
• 2020 El Rio Trail Assessment – This plan identified a preferred alignment alternative within the
jurisdictional city limits along the Gila River corridor.
• 2018 Buckeye 2040 General Plan – This plan identifies the vision for the city as in innovative,
healthy, resilient, and forward-thinking community that is safe and secure with diverse
employment, housing, education, and business opportunities. Buckeye offers rural to urban
lifestyles with a genuine sense of heritage while being good stewards of our natural resources,
open spaces, and overall quality of life.
• 2021 Skyline Regional Park Phase 2 Feasibility Study – This planning document determined a
plan for expansion of the park which included programming and amenity confirmation and
expansion plan utilizing state land rather than disturbance of the preserve and sloped areas.
• 2023 Maricopa County Parks, Open Space and Trail System Plan.
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Benefits of Trails
Health Benefits
Improved community health and wellness is directly related to increased levels of physical activity. The ability
for all residents and visitors to safely and conveniently walk and bicycle translates to numerous community
health benefits. A growing body of literature has shown a strong connection between parks and trails and
increased physical activity. An expanded trail network, in combination with a complete network of sidewalks
bike lanes, and bike routes, could dramatically increase safe and convenient opportunities for residents and
visitors to walk and bike, leading to increased frequency and duration of physical activity among residents.
This could, in turn, lead to reduced risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, stress-related health problems,
and other health concerns attributed to physical inactivity.
Environmental Benefits
A successful trail network will result in increased access and connections to many local and regional
destinations. It provides residents and visitors with more travel options and presents a safe, comfortable,
efficient, and enjoyable way for people to get around. Additionally, a trail network provides a community
with transportation-specific benefits related to reductions in the number of vehicle miles traveled (VMT).
These benefits include reductions in the estimated costs of congestion, vehicle collisions, road maintenance,
direct household vehicle expenses, as well as the estimated environmental impact associated with vehicle
emissions.
Economic Benefits
Trail networks provide residents and visitors access to local parks, regional destinations of cultural and
historical significance, and all of the everyday connections that the community makes for work, school,
shopping, and play. Tourism is an increasingly important basis for developing trail networks. Trail networks
may also lead to the creation of tourism-based jobs. Additionally, the transportation and recreation amenities
that the network provides could incentivize residents and business owners to invest in property.
Connectivity
Providing for seamless transitions between trails and on-street facilities encourages use of the facilities as
one comprehensive network. Greater network connectivity can also be achieved through providing bicycle
and pedestrian connections and access from the street network. The City completed both the Transportation
Master Plan – Buckeye in Motion and the Connect Buckeye – Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan in 2019 which
identifies the planned street network and potential sidewalk and bicycle lane corridors and connections.
This chapter addresses and identifies projects based on the existing trails analysis, and prioritizes projects
based on best practices in the field, providing connections to key destinations, closing network gaps, and
serving a wide range of users. This chapter also identifies pathway and trail segments.
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Focus and User Group Meetings
This plan included focus and user group meetings in addition to the workshop meetings as identified earlier
in the outreach section of this master plan document. Trail-centric focus group meetings included the
Community Services Advisory Board and Planning and Zoning Commission members, development services
team, and the White Tank Mountains Conservancy.
Feedback we heard from both the city planning team and developers is that as part of the development
process, developers were building portions of the trail network that traversed through their applicable
portion and that developers didn’t always see the value for a trail that started and ended at their property
without continuing on to the adjacent undeveloped parcel and not seeing the long-term vision of a connected
community.
Strategies discussed to ensure pathway and trail alignments are clear and easy for
developers to discern:
• Develop a regional pathway or trail alignment
that allows the developer to see the regional
viability to construct their required path and trail
segments within their development.
• Better define pathway and trail locations within
the identified corridors from the parks and
recreation master plan to further understand
which side of the street or feature for powerline
corridors, canals, etc. is to be constructed.
• Provide updated pathway and trail standards
that include lighting standards/requirements
within the Parks and Recreation Master Plan to
give planning staff the information they need to
convey to the developer.
• Develop agreements with developers that would
transfer maintenance of the pathways and trails
to the City after the developer constructs the
pathway and trail.
Focus Group Meeting with the White Tank Mountains Conservancy
The White Tank Mountains Conservancy was formed to bring together conservationists, developers, and
cities to balance environmental concerns with impending development. Established with the help of a diverse
coalition of key stakeholders and partners, and supported by a team of volunteers, the White Tank Mountains
Conservancy strives to protect the mutually beneficial co-existence of humans and a robust wildlife
population which thrives in the open spaces and corridors of the vibrant White Tank Mountains.
WTMC created the Regional Connectivity Initiative in 2016 to identify and protect wildlife movement corridors
between the White Tank Mountains and surrounding natural lands. WTMC has developed a conceptual wildlife
linkage plan that connects the White Tank Mountains to natural habitat areas of importance such as the
Belmont, Vulture mountains and the Hassayampa River.
Key takeaways from the focus group meeting with the White Tank
Mountain Conservancy.
• WTMC’s conceptual wildlife linkage plan (2024) identifies the recommended locations for preserving
wildlife corridors and habitat patches between the west side of the White Tanks to the east side of the
Belmont Mountains and across the lower Hassayampa River Plains.
• WTMC’s plan was developed with key stakeholders including major private landowners, developers,
Arizona State Land Department, AZ Game and Fish, Flood Control District of Maricopa County, and
officials for the Central AZ Project and federal agencies. All stakeholders are supportive of the idea of
preserving wildlife and habitat connectivity to benefit the White Tank Mountains.
• The proposed flood control alternatives in the Sun Valley Area Drainage Master Plan update (initiated
2020) that utilize levees and preservation of natural desert washes align with WTMC’s conceptual wildlife
linkage plan. The FCDMC does not have a timetable for implementation, the project is not currently
funded, and the need for the project would be developer driven.
• Passive recreation and trails may be accommodated adjacent to the wildlife corridors.
• The footprint and dimensions shown on maps for WTMC’s conceptual wildlife linkage plan are based on
AZ Game and Fish recommendations.
• Buffers between wildlife corridors and adjacent development, trails and recreation amenities are critical
to maintain corridor function. Buffers are needed to mitigate the effects of urban noise, light and human
activity that carry over into adjacent natural areas. It is recommended that the City establish a consistent
minimum buffer along wildlife corridors
What we heard from the user groups and community:
• Connect the multi-use pathways and trail gaps
between communities
• Create a trail connection between Skyline and
White Tank Mountain Regional Park
• Provide additional access points and trailheads to
Skyline Regional Park
• Connect Rivers to Ridges in the city
• Continue to invest, support, and participate in Rio
Reimagined planning efforts
• Partner with the FCDMC to maximize green
infrastructure drainage solutions for joint use
opportunities
• Continue to work with the White Tank Mountains
Conservancy in the identification and
development of wildlife corridors
• Trails located adjacent to flood control drainage
solutions, such as channels, can have dual
benefits by serving as maintenance roads and a
trail, meeting any maintenance required of the
channel and meeting the recreational needs of
the community
Key takeaways from the statistically valid survey:
Develop new multi-use
paths or trails
Preserve open space
and high-value natural
resources
Support for dedicated
funding options, i.e.,
revenue bonds, dedicated
sales tax, or other
agreeable options that
enable the preservation
of open spaces and
development of parks,
trails, and recreation
facilities in Buckeye
70%
Supported
87%
Supported
73%
Supported
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Pathways and Trails Classifications and Guidelines
Primary Path
Primary Trail
Summit Trail
Secondary Path
Frontcountry Trail
Accessible Path
Backcountry Trail
Pathways and Trails Classifications and Guidelines
Path/Trail
Name
Path
Width
Surface
Parallel
Trail
Width
Parallel
Surface
Recommended
Easement Width
Pathway
Lighting
Requirements
Pathways/
Trails in
Urban/
Suburban
Areas
Primary
Path
12
Feet
Concrete
4 Feet
Stable and
Compacted
Decomposed
Granite
35 Feet - 50 Feet
LED lighting with
minimum 1-foot
candle pathway
coverage
Secondary
Path
10
Feet
Concrete or
Asphalt
None
None
25 Feet - 40 Feet
LED lighting with
minimum 1-foot
candle pathway
coverage
Accessible
Trail
8
Feet
Stable and
Compacted
Decomposed
Granite
None
None
20 Feet
LED lighting with
minimum 1-foot
candle pathway
coverage
Trails in
Areas with
Toporaphic
Constraints
or Regional
Parks and
Preserves
Primary
Trail
5
Feet
Natural
Surface
None
None
Archaeological
survey should
be conducted 25
feet off both sides
of flagged trail
centerlines in areas
not previously
surveyed.
None
Frontcountry
Trail
4
Feet
Natural
Surface
None
None
None
Backcountry
Trail
32
Inches
Natural
Surface
None
None
None
Summit
Trail
28
Inches
Natural
Surface
None
None
None
This plan includes two surfacing types:
• Pathways have an all-weather, hard surface
• Example surfaces: concrete, asphalt
• Trails have a soft and often natural surface
• Example surfaces: stabilized decomposed granite, compacted native soil
The two different surface types appeal to different user groups. For example, bicyclists, walkers and in-line
skaters may prefer a hard surface treatment, whereas joggers, equestrians and mountain bikers may prefer a
softer surface. Paths and trails to be built in Buckeye will appeal to many different nonmotorized user groups.
The seven classifications of pathways and trails consist of the following:
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Primary Paths
Secondary Paths
Primary paths provide the highest level of functionality for a myriad of users through both hard and soft
surfaces. The primary path’s function will be to connect regional parks and natural resources to communities,
neighborhoods, and other major destinations. Primary paths should be ADA-accessible with less than 5%
grade. The primary paths are 12-foot-wide concrete paths with a 4-foot parallel compacted and stabilized
decomposed granite trail. A 2-foot safety shoulder is required next to the concrete path on the opposite side
of the soft surface parallel trail. Lighting should be an LED fixture with a minimum 1-foot candle required to be
maintained along the path.
Primary Paths are intended to provide the highest level of functionality with all user types. This typology is
used to connect Rivers to Ridges and are located along the Gila and Hassayampa Rivers to the White Tank
Mountains.
The easement may include the path and trail profile along with adjacent features, such as landscaped areas,
powerline corridors, washes, canals, drainage channels, retention basins and parks.
Secondary paths generally serve a community-wide function by connecting neighborhoods to community
parks, schools, commercial nodes and employment centers that are not necessarily on the regional system.
These paths serve both the transportation and recreation needs of the public. Secondary paths differ from
primary paths by not being as wide (10 feet vs. primary path’s 12 feet) and do not require a 4-foot-wide
parallel trail. A 2-foot safety clear zone is required on either side of the path. Stopping may be required more
frequently at intersections with at-grade crossings. Secondary paths should be ADA accessible with grades
less than 5%. Lighting should be an LED fixture. The easement may include the path and trail profile along
with adjacent features, such as landscaped areas, powerline corridors, washes, canals, drainage channels,
retention basins and parks.
ADA-
COMPLIANT
PAVED PATH
ON BASE
MATERIAL
ADA-
COMPLIANT
1/4” MINUS
STABILIZED
DECOMPOSED
GRANITE
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
4’ STABILIZED
GRANITE TRAIL
12’ ASPHALT OR
CONCRETE PATH
16’ MINIMUM PATH WIDTH
(35’ - 50’ EASEMENT)
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
REQUIRED LIGHTING TO
BE DETERMINED AT SITE
PLAN / PRELIMINARY
STAGE
12’-0” MIN. VERTICAL
CLEARANCE
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
8’-0” ASPAHLT OR
CONCRETE PATH
14’-0” MINIMUM PATH
WIDTH (25’-40’ EASEMENT)
REQUIRED
LIGHTING TO BE
DETERMINED
AT SITE PLAN /
PRELIMINARY
STAGE
12’-0” MIN. VERTICAL
CLEARANCE
ADA-
COMPLIANT
1/4” MINUS
STABILIZED
DECOMPOSED
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Accessible Trails
Primary Trails
Accessible trails have a surface of compacted and stabilized decomposed granite. These trails will allow for a
more natural experience to users in developed areas of the city. These trails will predominately be constructed
along powerline corridors. Utility companies often have limitations on the types of improvements that can be
located below the powerlines, such as restrictions for landscaping and lighting due to maintenance concerns.
Where feasible, the accessible trails should be located adjacent to the utility easement to allow for enhanced
amenities, such as trees and lighting. Accessible trails should be ADA compliant with grades less than 5%.
Lighting should be an LED fixture with a minimum 1 foot candle required to be maintained along the path.
The easement may include the path and trail profile along with adjacent features, such as landscaped areas,
powerline corridors, washes, canals, drainage channels, retention basins and parks.
Primary trails have surfaces comprising of native soil tread or stabilized decomposed granite. Primary trails
will be used in natural areas or preserves, such as river bottoms, known wildlife corridors, and in mountainous
or hillside areas where slopes may prohibit the use of the primary and secondary paths and accessible trails.
These trails provide a passive recreational experience for hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians.
Anticipated usage would be less than those on a primary path, secondary path, or accessible trail, therefore
the trail width is 5 feet wide.
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
8’-0” STABILIZED
GRANITE PATH
12’-0” MIN. VERTICAL
CLEARANCE
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
ADA
COMPLIANT
DECOMPOSED
GRANITE
REQUIRED LIGHTING TO
BE DETERMINED AT SITE
PLAN / PRELIMINARY
STAGE
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
60” STABILIZED
GRANITE PATH
12’-0” MIN. VERTICAL
CLEARANCE
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
ADA
COMPLIANT
DECOMPOSED
GRANITE
20’ EASEMENT
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Frontcountry Trails
Backcountry Trails
Frontcountry trails are intended to be located closer to trailhead facilities in regional parks and mountain
preserves where the number of trail users may be high. Frontcountry trails have a width of 4 feet with a 2-foot
clear zone on either side and a 12-foot vertical clearance to accommodate equestrians.
Backcountry trails are located farther away from trailheads and from development, therefore usage is
anticipated to be less than on accessible or frontcountry trails. Backcountry trails have a narrower tread of
32” with a 12-foot minimum clearance to accommodate equestrians.
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
48” STABILIZED
GRANITE PATH
12’-0” MIN. VERTICAL
CLEARANCE
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
ADA
COMPLIANT
DECOMPOSED
GRANITE
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
32”
STABILIZED
GRANITE
PATH
12’-0” MIN. VERTICAL
CLEARANCE
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
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DECOMPOSED
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Summit Trails
Locations of Pathways and Trails
Summit trails will have a higher difficulty rating. These trails are intended to be 28” wide with a 2-foot clear
zone on either side.
Pathways and trails should be established adjacent to the following natural and manmade linear corridors
whenever possible with partnerships:
• Rivers and washes
• Gila River (El Rio)
• Hassayampa River
• Significant washes, such as Waterman Wash, Rainbow Wash
• Utility corridors including power lines and gas lines
• Canals
• Buckeye Irrigation District Canal (BWCDD)
• Roosevelt Irrigation District Canal (RID)
• BWCDD South Extension Canal
• Arlington Canal
• Beardsley Canal
• Central Arizona Project Canal (CAP)
• FCDMC
• Sun Valley Area Drainage Master Plan Channels
• Buckeye Area Drainage Master Plan Channels
• Watson Drain Conveyance Channel per the Buckeye Area Drainage Master Plan
• Flood Retarding Structures #1-4
• Maricopa County’s Maricopa Trail
• White Tank Mountains Conservancy conceptual wildlife linkages
Providing Paths and Trails Along Both Sides
For certain linear features, such as rivers, washes, and power line corridors, pathways and trails may be
required along both sides of the feature if wider than 150 feet from top of bank to top of bank, or from
edges of easements. Pathways and trails located on both sides of the linear feature can benefit by providing
different surface materials. For example, one side of a wash could install a primary path, while the other side
could install an accessible trail.
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
28”
STABILIZED
GRANITE
PATH
12’-0” MIN.
VERTICAL
CLEARANCE
2’-0” MIN.
CLEAR
SHOULDER
3’-0” CLEAR
OF SIGNS,
WALLS,
UTILITIES
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Trailhead Guidelines
The trailhead is the point at which a path begins.
Trailheads often contain vehicle parking and pedestrian
access, restrooms, signage, shade ramadas, drinking
water, bike racks, and other features.
Trailheads are located along key trails and at the
entrance to important destinations within Buckeye,
such as Skyline Regional Park, the Gila and Hassayampa
rivers, and in larger size parks when an identified path
or trail is routed through or adjacent to the property.
Trailheads are designed to provide specified levels
of service to those using the path or trail system. In
this plan, trailheads are recommended in locations
where two or more path or trail corridors intersect.
Trailheads should be designed with scalability in mind
to accommodate current needs while allowing for
future growth as the community expands and trail use
increases. To ensure long-term functionality, trailhead
designs should incorporate space for phased expansion.
Initial construction should prioritize essential
infrastructure, while site plans should reserve adjacent
space for future additions, such as increased parking
capacity.
The scope, funding, and timing of phased trailhead
expansion will be defined through the planning and
development process.
The City encourages the strategic co-location of
trailheads adjacent to parks and recreation amenities.
Integrating trail access points with established parks
supports a more efficient use of infrastructure and
promotes multimodal recreation opportunities.
Whenever feasible, trailheads should be sited to share
existing amenities such as parking, restrooms, drinking
fountains, seating areas, and informational signage.
This approach reduces redundancy, lowers long-term
maintenance costs, and improves the overall visitor
experience by consolidating services in accessible and
centralized locations.
Equestrian Trailhead Guidelines
Trailheads with equestrian facilities are intended to
provide amenities for both equestrian users as well
as other user groups. The parking requirements are
typically larger to accommodate trailers used to
transport horses and their equipment. Well-designed
equestrian trailheads include decomposed granite for
parking and unloading areas that are separate from
non-equestrian parking. Such parking should allow
equestrian users to enter and leave the facility without
having to back-up and reverse their trailers. Other
amenities may include water troughs, wash racks, horse
pens, hitching posts, mounting blocks and ramps, and
areas to dispose of manure.
Trailhead Guidelines
Trailhead Amenities
Major Trailhead
Minor Trailhead
Phased Expansion Based
on Demand
Phased Expansion Based
on Demand
High
Demand
Medium
Demand
Low
Demand
High
Demand
Medium
Demand
Low
Demand
Acres
15+
10
6
6
3
1
Parking
300
150
60
60
30
10
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Lighting
Yes
Yes
Shaded Rest Node
3-5
(Includes
Large Group
Ramada)
3-5
3-5
1-2
1-2
No
Equestrian Use*
Yes
No
7+ parking spaces on natural surface,
mounting ramp, manure disposal area,
round pen, wash rack, hitching rails
Amenities
Yes
Yes
Lighting, Shade Structure, Signage,
Maps, Drinking Water, Garbage
Containers, Seating, Bike Racks
*Equestrian use will apply if the trail type can accommodate equestrian uses.
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Trail Crossings
An important feature of any non-vehicular trails plan that connects with the street, drainage, utility or
stormwater structure is the treatment of crossings. These crossing zones create the greatest possible hazard
to path and trail users, and therefore necessitate particular consideration.
There are several significant barriers in the City of Buckeye that provide difficulty for path and trail crossings.
Such barriers include the following:
• Interstate 10 – under or over crossings.
• State Route 85 – under or over crossings.
• Future State Routes – under or over crossings.
• Sun Valley Parkway – under, over, or at-grade
crossings. Route paths and trails to coincide with
road intersections or utilize large box culverts
where washes intersect with the parkway.
• Future Parkways – under, over, or at-grade
crossings.
• Major Arterials – at-grade or mid-block
crossings. Where possible, route paths and trails
to coincide with intersections.
• Railways – under or over crossings. At grade
crossings will be considered if approved by the
railway company.
• Railroad – under or over crossings.
• Gila River and Hassayampa River –
Low water crossings.
• Canals – Overcrossings.
There are two types of trail crossings—grade-separated and at-grade crossings.
Grade-Separated Crossings
Grade-separated crossings are identified to illustrate the expectation for cross-type, whether over or under at
a particular juncture of a given segment. Grade-separated crossings occur when paths and trails intersect with
high-volume roads, canals, or washes. Whenever possible, paths and trails should be directed to established
intersections, bridges, or culverts so as not to
incur the added expense of additional crossings.
Under Crossings
Under crossings below bridges or through over-
sized culverts should be utilized when pathways
and trails cross Interstate 10, Sun Valley Parkway,
State Route 85, and future state routes and
parkways. The minimum vertical clearance
shall be 12 feet. The horizontal width of the
undercrossing should provide adequate clearance
on either side of the pathway and trail. Lighting
should be provided to enhance the safety of users.
Lost Creek Trail
Underpass at
Verrado Way
Example of Pedestrian Bridge crossing
of US60 connecting Cole and Rotary
neighborhood parks in Tempe. Bridge artist
Laurie Lundquist.
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• Install speed tables or humps before an at-grade crossing to slow down vehicles.
• Use markings and signage to alert drivers of upcoming speed reduction features.
• Ensure that the height and design of speed tables/humps are standardized for safety and comfort.
Pedestrian Crossing Signals:
Dedicated signals for pedestrian crossings to manage pedestrian flow and vehicle stopping. Examples include
a High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) or a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB). These options are traffic
control devices specifically designed to allow pedestrians to safely cross busy streets.
Implementation:
• Install pedestrian crossing signals integrated with train signals.
• Ensure signals are visible, accessible, and provide adequate crossing time.
• Include audible signals for visually impaired pedestrians.
Extended Sidewalks/Bulb-outs:
Extended sidewalks or bulb-outs are sidewalk extensions that protrude into the roadway at crosswalks.
Implementation:
• Extend sidewalks at crossing points to reduce the pedestrian crossing distance.
• Use bulb-outs to increase pedestrian visibility and encourage slower vehicle speeds.
• Make sidewalks accessible with curb ramps and tactile paving.
Street Crossings
The preferred location for a path or trail crossing is at a signalized or stop-controlled intersection. An improved
crosswalk should be provided and demarcated with striping. For wider and busier streets, such as parkways and
major arterials, safety refuge islands should be provided in medians to provide a safe place for users to stop at the
mid-point of the road before crossing the remaining distance.
In general, street crossings should adhere to the following guidelines:
• Crossings should be at right angles to traffic.
• Adequate sightline distances should be provided that considers the appropriate time, visibility, potential
hazards, and lighting.
• Sightlines at roadway crossings should not be obstructed by signage, parked vehicles, light posts, landscaping,
or any other object that could obstruct views.
• Where possible, provide a safe haven or median on multilane roads.
• Sufficient lighting should be provided.
• Provide curb cuts that conform to ADA standards and to the same path or trail widths.
Mid-Block Crossings
The safety of pathway and trail users is of paramount importance. Therefore, the use of mid-block crossings, where
pedestrian crashes can be the highest, should not be used. Paths and trails should be routed to street intersections
for safe crossings.
Over Crossings
Over crossings via bridges will be used when a path or trail intersects Interstate 10, State Routes, parkways,
and canals. Over crossings should be used in areas where there are no nearby large box culverts or where no
nearby at-grade road crossings exist to route the path or trail through. The path or trail overcrossings should
provide a minimum vertical clearance of 12 feet. The bridge should have a wide enough horizontal clearance
to accommodate the associated path or trail width with lighting provided.
At-Grade Crossings
At-grade crossings can occur when a path or trail intersects a street.
Design elements like chicanes, refuge islands, and raised medians are crucial in promoting safety at at-grade
crossings within higher volume streets.
Chicanes:
Chicanes are intentional bends or curves in a road designed to slow down traffic.
Implementation:
• Integrate chicanes leading up to the crossing to reduce vehicle speeds.
• Ensure that the design of chicanes maintains clear visibility of the crossing for drivers.
• Consider landscaping or physical barriers within the chicanes to guide traffic and enhance aesthetics.
Refuge Islands:
Refuge islands are raised or delineated areas in the center of the road where pedestrians can safely wait if
they are unable to cross the entire street in one go.
Implementation:
• Place refuge islands at pedestrian crossings near at-grade rail intersections.
• Design islands with sufficient space to accommodate pedestrians, including those with disabilities.
• Ensure the islands have curb ramps and tactile surfaces for accessibility.
• Use reflective materials and adequate signage to make refuge islands highly visible to drivers.
Raised Medians:
Raised medians are elevated sections in the middle of the roadway that separate opposing lanes of traffic.
Implementation:
• Extend medians sufficiently beyond the crossing to discourage evasive maneuvers.
• Incorporate landscaping or decorative elements to enhance the visual appeal and clearly differentiate
the median from the driving lanes.
• Use durable materials that can withstand vehicle impacts and require minimal maintenance.
Speed Tables and Humps:
Speed tables and humps are raised areas of pavement across the roadway designed to reduce vehicle speed.
Implementation:
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Paths and Trails
The majority of paths and trails identified in this plan will be built by residential, commercial, and industrial
development and will be required as part of the City’s approval process. The below guidelines should be followed
when designing and constructing paths and trails.
Access and Accessibility
• Pathways and trails in urban and suburban development without topographic constraints shall be designed
and constructed to meet all federal, State, and local development code conditions and shall comply with the
American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices-FHWA (MUTCD) standards.
• Provide maximum visibility to pathways and trails by orientating development towards such corridors, instead
of backing development to them.
• Right-of-way and public access easements should be dedicated to ensure all residents mutually benefit from
the pathways and trails system.
• Paths and trails should be located on both sides of a linear feature, such as a river, wash, or drainage
conveyance channel when the corridor is wider than 150 feet.
• Trails along private canals shall be located adjacent to the canal on the private property owner side.
• Ensure accessibility to paths and trails from adjacent neighborhoods. Access should be provided at a
minimum of every .25 mile; however is recommended every 500 feet.
• Install bollards at certain crossings to prohibit vehicles from entering into the path and trail system with the
exception of operation and maintenance and public safety vehicles.
• The open edge along paths/trails should be around 30%. Open edges can include single loaded streets, parks,
paseos, municipal facilities, schools, undisturbed or improved open spaces, t-intersections, cul-de-sacs, or
retention or detention basins. This will prevent a walled corridor through development with rear backlots
abutting the trail.
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Vertical Illuminance:
• Ensuring adequate vertical illuminance is crucial for
facial recognition and safety. Recommended values
are around 0.5 to 2.0 foot-candles (5 to 20 lux).
Color Rendering:
• Use light sources with a Color Rendering Index (CRI)
of 60 or higher to ensure good color recognition and
a pleasant appearance.
Color Temperature:
• Pathway lighting should typically have a correlated
color temperature (CCT) between 2700K and
4000K. Warmer light (around 3000K) is often
recommended for pedestrian pathways as it
creates a more welcoming environment.
Glare Control:
• Fixtures should be designed to minimize glare,
preventing discomfort for pedestrians and ensuring
visibility. Use of cutoff fixtures or shields can help
control glare.
• Lighting should be provided along paths and trails
in urban and suburban environments and should
be DarkSky compliant.
• Low lighting at 0.5 (fc) or approximately 5 lux should
be used along trails located along wildlife linkages.
Spacing of Fixtures:
• Proper spacing is crucial for achieving uniform
illumination. The spacing between light fixtures
depends on the height of the poles and the
luminous intensity of the fixtures.
• Lighting should be located a suitable distance
from the anticipated mature tree canopy to ensure
lighting is not blocked.
Fixture Types:
• Use appropriately designed fixtures for pedestrian
pathways, such as bollard lights, post-top lights,
or recessed ground lights, based on the specific
requirements of the area.
• Bollard lighting is preferable to overhead fixtures.
Pole lighting should be shielded and directed
downward with fixture shields to mitigate glare and
conform to DarkSky criteria and standards.
• Illumination calculations should be provided for
pathways to ensure sufficient lighting but also to
ensure lighting does not spill out onto adjacent
properties.
Energy Efficiency:
• Incorporate energy-efficient lighting solutions, such
as LED and solar lights, which offer long life and
reduced energy consumption.
• Use lighting controls like timers, motion sensors,
and dimmers to save energy while maintaining
adequate illumination when needed.
Maintenance:
• Plan for regular maintenance to ensure that lighting
levels are sustained over time and to replace
fixtures or bulbs promptly as needed.
Security and Safety:
• Ensure pathways are clearly illuminated to enhance
safety and security, helping to prevent accidents
and reducing the risk of crime.
Lighting
Many months of the year, Buckeye has extreme daytime temperatures that cool off in the evening once the sun has
set. In addition, during cooler winter months, many families walk their dog or take a family walk in the evenings once
the work or school day is over. In winter months, the sun can sets at 6pm. Between the summer heat and the early
winter sunsets, many people use paths when it is dark outside, necessitating the need for lighting.
The Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA) provides standards and guidelines for pathway
lighting to ensure safety, security, and aesthetic quality. Here are some key principles according to IESNA standards
for pathway lighting:
Illuminance Levels:
Minimum Horizontal Illuminance: The typical minimum maintained horizontal illuminance for pathways should be
around 0.5 to 1.5 foot-candles (fc) or approximately 5 to 15 lux.
Uniformity Ratio: The uniformity ratio (maximum to minimum illuminance) should not exceed 10:1 to avoid dark
spots and ensure consistent lighting.
Dark Sky and Wildlife
Sensitivity Areas
Dark Sky and Wildlife Sensitivity Areas
The preservation of dark skies and wildlife sensitivity
areas is critical for maintaining the health and balance
of our natural ecosystems. Dark skies initiatives aim
to reduce light pollution, thereby restoring the natural
night environment.
By definition there are three classifications of dark
sky communities as defined and in accordance by the
International Dark-Sky Association (IDA):
• True Dark Sky Community: High standards
for lighting ordinances, extensive education and
conservation efforts, and strong community
support.
• Minimum State Dark Sky Community: Meets
basic state-level criteria for reducing light
pollution, often with less stringent requirements.
• Unique Dark Sky Community: Recognized
for unique geographical, cultural, or historical
features, or innovative practices that contribute
to dark sky preservation.
A proposed development will need to demonstrate
adequate lighting on trails as identified within the
parks and trails plan which includes lighting and
wayfinding within areas identified as wildlife corridors
as officially mapped by the AZ Game and Fish
Department and WTMC. The following best practices
provide guidance for dark sky communities.
Best Practices for True Dark Sky
Communities
Dark sky communities aim to reduce light pollution,
protecting our night sky and contributing to global
conservation efforts. Here are some best practices:
1. Use Fully Shielded Fixtures: Install fixtures that
direct light downward to minimize skyglow and
glare. This ensures that light reaches where it's
needed without scattering.
2. Opt for Low-Intensity Lighting: Use the minimum
light levels required for safety and functionality.
Avoid over-illumination, which contributes to
light pollution.
3. Implement Curfews: Establish lighting curfews
in non-essential areas during late night hours to
reduce overall light output.
4. Choose Warm Lighting: Select light bulbs with
lower color temperatures (typically 3000K or
less) to minimize the impact on the night sky and
reduce blue light emissions.
5. Promote Awareness: Educate the community
about the benefits of dark skies and how they
can participate in preserving this essential
natural resource.
The following best practices provide guidance for
sensitive wildlife areas.
Best Practices for Wildlife
Sensitivity
Artificial lighting can disrupt the natural behaviors of
many wildlife species, affecting their feeding, mating,
and migrating patterns. Here are key considerations
to protect wildlife:
1. Minimize Light Spill: Use fixtures that limit the
spread of light beyond the intended area. Proper
shielding helps prevent light intrusion into
natural habitats.
2. Control Lighting Timing: Use timers, motion
sensors, and dimmers to reduce unnecessary
lighting, especially during critical times for
wildlife activity.
3. Opt for Wildlife-Friendly Lighting: Choose lights
with wavelengths that are less disruptive to
wildlife. Amber and red lights tend to be less
intrusive than white or blue lights.
4. Preserve Natural Darkness: Avoid lighting areas
near sensitive ecosystems such as water bodies,
forests, and other natural habitats. Maintain
buffer zones to protect wildlife corridors.
5. Collaborative Planning: Engage with wildlife
experts and environmental groups to develop
lighting strategies that consider the needs of
local fauna.
Note: The City is currently working on the development
of an Environmentally Sensitive Land Ordinance
(ESLO). The ESLO once completed will take precedence
over the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
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Landscaping
• Shade, through significant tree canopy, should be provided along the paths and trails to improve human
comfort with 50% tree canopy coverage at maturity. Trees should be low-water use.
• Utilize water harvesting techniques into the system to supplement automatic irrigation systems, thus
reducing water usage.
• Avoid the use of thorny or spiny plants within 10 feet on either side of pathways; however such plants are
acceptable along trails, especially when located in mountain parks and preserves.
Additional Amenities to Consider
• Promote the use of public art along pathways and trails to add visual interest along the route.
• Provide pet waste stations along path routes with signage alerting users to applicable laws that require
owners to pick up after their pets.
• Shaded seating nodes should be provided to enhance user comfort. Include seating, trash cans, potable
water, and bike racks.
Signage
Signage is an important component of any path or trail system by providing necessary information to the
user. Signage could be used along a path to promote or address the public’s needs for navigation, orientation,
education, or interpretive or regulatory information.
For wildlife and sensitive areas, the El Rio Design Guidelines provides guidance for signing and lighting for
trails along river corridors.
Pathway and Trail System Guidance
Best Practices: Planning a Pathway and Trail System
• Plan a regionally connected and locally integrated
trail system that links parks and recreation
facilities to neighborhoods and activity centers.
• Promote walkable built environments with safe,
comfortable and convenient pedestrian-oriented
facilities that meet the needs of the different
users.
• Develop branding for the City’s pathway and trail
system.
• Provide multiple route connections for
pedestrians to avoid barriers to walkability.
• Establish major and minor trailheads at key
community parks, large municipal sports parks,
and regional parks and preserves.
• Develop a comprehensive network of pathways
and trails along natural and man-made linear
features to connect all passive and active
recreations sites into a distinct feature for the city.
• Ensure residential developments are providing
an internal pedestrian circulation system that
connects pocket and neighborhood parks,
schools, retention basins, and open space to the
city-wide path and trail systems.
• Ensure the design and layout of pathway and trail
connections provide visual and functional links
to parks, neighborhoods, schools, commercial
districts, activity centers, and adjacent
communities.
• Ensure the design and layout of pathway and trail
connections provide appropriate corridor width
to ensure adequate buffers between destinations
is achieved.
• Ensure connections to the Maricopa Trail and
larger regional parks, such as White Tank
Mountain Regional Park, Skyline Regional Park,
Buckeye Hills Regional Park, and Sonoran Desert
National Monument. Partner with Maricopa
County to develop the Maricopa Trail through
Buckeye’s jurisdiction.
• Coordinate with the cities of Goodyear and
Surprise, and Maricopa County to establish
connections with trails identified within their trail
plans.
• Develop intergovernmental agreements (IGAs)
and Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with
utility providers, irrigation districts, and the
FCDMC to establish joint-use pathways and trails
within their corridors.
• Develop at-grade path and trail crossings
guidelines for lower volume roads.
• Establish hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian
trails where appropriate and ensure their
compatibility with surrounding development.
• Locate trails along the fringes of wildlife linkages
to serve as a buffer to adjacent developments.
Limit trail crossings over such corridors to
the most direct route. Utilize the White Tank
Mountains Conservancy wildlife corridor
mapping.
• Encourage developers to route primary
and secondary vehicular entryways to their
communities near path and trail crossings to
ensure such crossings can occur at improved
intersections.
• In some instances, planning within master
planned communities and other development
projects may result in various engineering,
infrastructure, and land use challenges as we
get into the micro detail that may impact an
alignment of a trail. In those instances, a re-
alignment of a trail within the project may need to
shift slightly, but the trail shall enter and exit the
site within the location that is in conformance to
the trail map identified in this plan.
• In some instances, trails may cross a historical
irrigation easement or traverse through an
easement that legally may disallow a trail or
public trail easement. Trails shall still be stubbed
out to those easements as over-time support for
trails within those corridors may change if initially
disallowed by the easement entity.
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Best Practices: Design and Construction of Pathways and Trails System
• Design and construct a functional path and trail system tailored to the needs of the community and user groups.
• Ensure all pathways and trails are context-sensitive and environmentally sustainable.
• Establish primary pathways with side-by-side surfaces for different user groups, such as an all-weather surface
i.e., concrete pathway (bicyclists, strollers, wheelchairs, skates, and skateboarders) with an adjacent natural
decomposed granite trail (runners, hikers, equestrians).
• Paths and trails should enhance and highlight scenic vistas in the community.
• Encourage developers to locate park facilities adjacent to trails to serve as access nodes.
• Encourage development to front onto pathway and trail corridors instead of backing to it. For developments that
back into trail corridors, require view fencing to enhance visibility.
• Provide access nodes a minimum of every ¼ mile along paths and trails. Where possible, such linkages should be
every 500 feet, which is the recommended distance for such nodes.
• The design of pathways and trails should address accessibility as per the ADA. Mountain preserves with diverse
topography and steep slopes may prohibit flatter grades in certain locations where there is a desire to limit
disturbance of the natural setting and provide higher degree of trail difficulty.
• Sufficient easement widths should be provided to accommodate the respective function, including lighting and
landscaping, recognizing that not all segments in the system will maintain a uniform easement width due to
physical constraints such as topography.
• Ensure appropriate clearances are met along paths and trails with a 2 feet clear zone on either side.
• Provide lighted pathways to enhance security and nighttime accessibility.
• Utilize low lighting levels along trails adjacent to identified wildlife linkages and habitats.
• Create learning experiences along trails with interpretive information on the natural, cultural, and historical
resources found along segments.
• Promote the use of public art along paths and trails to add visual interest along the route.
• Consistently apply the El Rio Pathway and Trail guidelines when adjacent to the Gila River.
• Ensure private developments are dedicating right-of-way for pathways and trails and granting public access
easement that mutually benefit all residents living in the city.
• Focus attention to research and apply for grants at the federal, state, and local levels to fund the construction of
pathways and trails.
Best Practices: Path and Trail Maintenance
• The cost per mile of trail and pathway maintenance can vary significantly based on several factors such as the
type of trail, location, materials used, and the frequency and extent of maintenance activities required. Regular
maintenance activities that influence these costs include litter removal, vegetation control, surface repairs, signage
upkeep, and inspection of trail amenities.
• Establish maintenance guidelines and standards for city-wide pathways and trails indicated as part of the
City’s proposed Rivers to Ridges Path System - Amber Lasso trail corridor. Guidelines should include vegetation
clearances, surface maintenance, erosion, berm removal, signage upkeep, staff hours needed, and a regular
maintenance schedule.
• Dedicate staffing and operation and maintenance dollars to parks and recreation budgets as Rivers to Ridges Paths
are added to the system to ensure they are maintained to the appropriate standards.
• For paths and trails located in homeowner associations that are not operated or maintained by the City of Buckeye,
but identified in this plan, provide path and trail maintenance guidelines and training to ensure consistency across
segments.
• Require developers to dedicate land and the operation and maintenance responsibilities for those paths and trails
identified as part of the Rivers to Ridges Path system.
• Encourage and support volunteer groups, such as biking clubs, equestrian groups, and school and church
organizations, to maintain paths and trails after proper instruction. Establish an adopt-a-trail program.
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Existing Pathway/Trail Networks within Buckeye
Buckeye’s pathways and trails system is in its early development stages. The City does not own or maintain
any trails except for those located in Skyline Regional Park. Skyline Regional Park opened in 2016 with 7 miles
of trails and has already expanded to 22 miles of trails including an ADA-compliant loop trail, with more paths
identified as a need.
Skyline Regional Park
Skyline Park Trails Master Plan: Facilities and Classifications Map
Skyline Regional Park is within land owned by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a federal agency.
The City submitted a Recreation and Public Purpose lease application to BLM in 2002 for 8,675 acres. The
lease allows the City to utilize the land for park use. As part of the BLM application, the city was required to
complete an Environmental Assessment and Plan of Development as per the National Environmental Policy
Act (NEPA). In 2010 the City entered into a 25-year no cost lease agreement with BLM. At the end of the 25-year
lease, BLM can patent the land to the City at no cost. The City is required to make the improvements identified
in the environmental assessment by 2035, however, the City has already fulfilled its requirements with the
improvements that exist in the park today.
Phase 1 Improvements - 2016
The City previously completed phase 1 improvements for the Watson Trailhead located in
Skyline Regional Park in January of 2016. The trailhead is a beloved amenity that is widely
used by the community and visitors to the city. Skyline Regional Park provides the community
with access to 8,675 acres of beautiful mountainous landscapes and wildlife with a vast area of
natural and cultural resources. The park currently provides 22 miles of non-motorized trails to
hikers and equestrian users. In January of 2018, the City opened an ADA-compliant trail loop
which provides 0.6 miles of accessible hiking for all users. At full buildout, the park will provide
55 miles of trails. The City provides a diverse portfolio of activities and programs focused on the
resources found in the park.
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Homeowners Association (HOAs) Pathways and Trails
Buckeye has several planned communities with HOAs providing trail networks throughout the city. These
trails should be integrated and connected to the citywide pathway and trail system. The city should stipulate
that development builds pathways and trails identified in this plan. Maintenance shall be the responsibility
of the HOAs. Public access easements are to be provided so the association or development cannot prohibit
access from those who live outside the community.
The City of Buckeye recognizes the value of a connected and integrated city through multi-use paths and
trails. The City will coordinate with developers on the Rivers and Ridges and Amber Lasso Trails through the
development process, which may result in the City taking on the operation and maintenance of those trails
once they’ve been constructed by the developer.
Verrado provides 26 miles of multi-use pathway and trails including two trailheads throughout their master
plan community.
• Meck Park Trailhead – provides a local neighborhood ADA-accessible looped pathway with connections
to Mountain View Trail and the Verrado Mountain trail area.
• Canyon Vista Trailhead – provides access to the Verrado Mountain Trails which includes easy,
moderate, and difficult levels of trail hiking within the Verrado Mountain area including the Victory Steps.
In addition, the developer should provide connections to these paths and trails with an interior pedestrian
circulation system that would provide connections. Only paths/trails identified in this plan should have an
access easement dedicated.
Additional HOA Pathway and Trails
Segments
Several planned communities have developed their applicable portion of
path and trail segments within planned alignment corridors areas including
drainage washes, irrigation canals and powerline corridors. Examples of
developer provided path and trail segments include:
Blue Horizon – The development included a 30-foot-wide decomposed
granite pathway with trail lighting along the RID canal frontage. This
developer also installed a wrought iron fence along the property line to
separate access from the RID canal bank. The path was connected to the
east through the Vista de Montana community.
Lost Creek Path – This east/
west 10-foot-wide concrete
pathway runs along the north
bank of Lost Creek in Verrado.
This segment provides two
miles of lit pathway tying into
the Acacia Wash Pathway.
Acacia Wash Path – This
north/south 10-foot-wide
concrete pathway travels
along the west side of the
Acacia Wash in Verrado
providing a three-mile portion
of designated Maricopa Trail.
This segment also includes
pathway lighting, benches and
trash cans along the pathway.
Vista de Montana – This
10-foot-wide, concrete multi-
use pathway provides a 1.25-
mile segment along the RID
canal corridor. This pathway
also includes pathway lighting
along the entire development
frontage with the canal.
Westpark Residential
Community – Includes a
one-mile segment of 8-foot-
wide concrete multi-use path
along the north side of the RID
canal along the development
frontage.
Desert Moon and Village
at Sundance – This pathway
varies between 8 and 10 feet
in width, concrete pathway
segment from Watson Road
provides neighborhood
connections to Sundance
Community Park along the
existing powerline corridor
along the southside of Lower
Buckeye Road.
Victory Stairs at Verrado
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Maricopa Trail
This regional trail provides 315 miles of trail throughout
Maricopa County with the goal of providing trail
connection to the county regional parks. Adopted by
the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors on August
16, 2004, the non-motorized trail system utilizes
existing rights-of-way from the existing canals, parks,
utility corridors, and flood control washes and rivers
as much as possible to provide regional connections
to the county park system. These trails are identified
by segments within each jurisdictional area. Within
Buckeye, the Maricopa Trail alignment begins from
White Tank Mountain Regional Park along the Olive
Road alignment east to Northern Avenue continuing
south along Jackrabbit Trail Road, east on Indian
School Road to Tuthill Road alignment providing
connections to Verrado and Skyline Regional Park. From
the Tuthill Road alignment and along Acacia Wash, the
trail continues south, crossing at an existing grade-
separated crossing with the I-10 to Yuma Road. The trail
continues east along Yuma Road into Goodyear and
then travels south along Bullard Wash to the Gila River
and connecting at Vineyard Road and Estrella Mountain
Regional Park. The County has also constructed a spur
to connect Estrella Mountain Regional Park west to
Buckeye Hills Regional Park.
The Maricopa Trail 2.0 expansion represents a
significant enhancement to one of Arizona’s premier
trail systems, seamlessly connecting visitors with the
region’s diverse natural landscapes. This ambitious
expansion aims to extend the existing Maricopa Trail
network, creating new loops and links that offer greater
accessibility and recreational opportunities for hikers,
bikers, and equestrians. By incorporating additional
miles of new and upgraded trails, the project will bridge
gaps between key regional parks and open spaces,
including the White Tank Mountain, Estrella Mountain,
and McDowell Mountain Regional Parks. In Buckeye,
Maricopa Trail 2.0 will connect White Tank Mountain
Regional Park to Vulture Mountains Recreation Area.
Regional Trails
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Canal and Irrigation
District Corridors
Central Arizona Project (CAP) Trail
The CAP Trail provides a recreational opportunity throughout
the state. The trail is for multiple non-motorized recreational
uses: walking, jogging, equestrian, and cycling. The canal
alignment begins in Lake Havasu and ends in Sahuarita
providing regional connectivity to several cities within Maricopa
County including Buckeye, Surprise, Peoria, Scottsdale, Mesa,
and Gilbert.
The vision for the CAP Trail started when CAP construction
began in the early 1970s, and development of the trail is
dependent on partnerships with local jurisdictions.
CAP does not have legal authority to build or maintain the
trail; in fact, cooperation and partnerships among municipal,
county, and tribal agencies determine the outcome of the trail.
There are more than 30 organizations that have been, or will
be involved in, getting the trail constructed, each sponsoring
a portion of the trail that runs through their jurisdiction. CAP
facilitates these recreation agreements between the U.S.
Bureau of Reclamation and city or county sponsors to help
with the prospective sponsors’ councils or boards, planning
commissions, and trail committees.
The CAP includes 12 miles of canal through the City’s
jurisdictional area that could be developed as part of the
identified CAP regional trail.
The CAP recreational trail is planned on the unfenced strip of
land (approximately twenty feet wide) between CAP’s canal
security fence and its canal property boundary line. The general
trail location is on the downhill side (south or west) of the canal
in the Maricopa County area, west of the canal in the Pinal
County area and on the uphill (east) side of the Pima County
area but switches sides in specific locations. The trail is planned
for multiple recreational uses; i.e., walking, jogging, equestrian
use, bicycling, and roller blading if paved. However, public
motorized uses will not be allowed.
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Roosevelt Irrigation District
Roosevelt Irrigation District (RID) owns, operates, and maintains the RID canal which provides irrigation
water to agricultural land throughout Buckeye. RID owns 20,000 acres of land which is used for the canal and
delivery of irrigation water for agricultural purposes. The RID canal alignment travels east/west south of I-10
from the Hassayampa River to the Aqua Fria River. The canal has 18- to 20-foot-wide canal banks with natural
surfacing along each side of the canal which provide maintenance access for the district.
Buckeye Water Conservation and Drainage District
The Buckeye Canal, predating Arizona statehood and established in 1885, has a rich history of providing
irrigation to the Buckeye Valley. Buckeye Water Conservation and Drainage District (BWCDD) was founded in
1922 and owns nearly 22,000 acres along the Buckeye Canal. The district owns, operates, and maintains the
canal which provides irrigation water to agricultural land throughout Buckeye. The Buckeye Canal is located
south of the RID canal and spans the east/west jurisdictional limits of Buckeye. The canal has 18- to 20-foot-
wide canal banks with natural surfacing along each side of the canal which provides maintenance access
for the district. The Buckeye Canal provides over 130,000 ac-ft of irrigation annually to over 17,000 acres
throughout the West Valley.
In the past, the city has had conversations about potential use of the canal bank as trail corridors; however
there has not been support from the irrigation districts. Recognizing this, the paths will be located outside
of the lands owned by RID and BWCDD and placed immediately adjacent to the property line. Examples of
this approach include Vista de Montana and Blue Horizons residential developments which have constructed
2 miles of path and trail improvements with lighting.
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Within the City of Buckeye’s municipal planning area lies a multitude of existing natural and cultural assets,
such as the Sonoran Desert National Monument, White Tank Mountain Regional Park, Skyline Regional Park,
Buckeye Hills Regional Park, Robbins and Powers Butte Wildlife Areas, and the Gila and Hassayampa rivers.
Yet, these features exist as isolated assets that should be integrated and connected by pathways and trails.
Primary paths should be constructed to connect the White Tank Mountains to both the Gila and Hassayampa
rivers. Similarly, the Buckeye Hills and the Sonoran Desert National Monument are recommended to be
connected via primary paths where topography does not constrain the path width or surface material. Major
and minor trailheads are utilized for accessing the Rivers to Ridges Paths.
The Maricopa Trail and El Rio Trail are prime examples of the City’s proposed Rivers to Ridges trail along the
Gila River. The Maricopa Trail already has regional significance and connections to communities throughout
the Valley.
The El Rio has also been identified as a
regional pathway and trail corridor to provide
connectivity to the neighboring cities of
Goodyear and Avondale to the east. In 2016,
the El Rio Design Guidelines and Planning
Standards Master Plan was developed in a collaborative effort between the cities of Buckeye, Avondale,
and Goodyear; Maricopa County Planning and Development; and Flood Control District of Maricopa County.
The master plan provides a shared vision to continue to restore the Gila River and provide the county and
cities with a consistent design and planning standard to maintain the focus and increase awareness and
appreciation of the Gila River.
In 2020, Buckeye developed the El Rio Trail Assessment which provided an assessment of the El Rio corridor
within the jurisdictional limits of Buckeye. The plan evaluated alignment alternatives along the river and
identified a preferred alternative.
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In previous parks and recreation and transportation master
plans, a north-south connection along Watson Road was
proposed. This plan looks in-depth at that route, and proposes
two other north-south trail alternatives, running down Miller
Road and Jackrabbit Trail respectively.
The Watson Road route diverts from Watson in long stretches
along Apache Road and diagonal to Rainbow Road to avoid more
urban and developed areas along Watson that lack room for a
full multi-use trail corridor along the streets. While this is not
the most direct route south to the Gila River, the route leads into
Sundance Park and utilizes many existing walkways, paths, and
utility corridors through the city. Part of the route will have to
wait until Watson Road is extended south and bridges are built
over the BWCDD Canal and the Union Pacific Railway in order for
this route to be fully usable.
The Miller Road route follows west along the Flood Control
District FRS#3 north of the Papago Freeway, then takes a more
direct route south (including utilizing existing canal bridges).
This alternative route would pass by Earl Edgar Recreation
Facility and the Buckeye Senior Center and would run through
more rural land uses than Watson, potentially allowing for more
primary path-style trails due to width of corridor needed.
The alternative route on Jackrabbit Trail follows east along
the Flood Control District route above the Papago Freeway,
then utilizes an existing grade-separated large box culvert to
pass under the Papago Freeway. This crossing is more natural,
pedestrian-friendly, and safe than the multiple crosswalks
needed with either of the other two potential routes. While
this route does not tie into any existing Buckeye city parks
yet, the trail could easily be extended along the RID Canal
west to Sundance Park. The Jackrabbit route also ties into the
Maricopa Trail, utilizes existing utility corridors, uses existing
canal crossings, and runs through rural land uses which could
potentially allow for more primary path-style trails due to width
of corridor needed. Best of all, this route ties into another trail
loop from Skyline Park to the north, Maricopa Trails to the east,
and the Amber Lasso to the south—it is a cohesive and realistic
route around the city and beyond.
Watson Road and Miller Road
North/South Connections
Paths and Trails
Buckeye Planning Area
Maricopa County Regional Parks
National Monument
FEMA Floodway
City Parks
40 Acre Trailhead Parcel
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Primary Path - Existing Concrete Sidewalk
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Amber Lasso
The vision for the “Amber Lasso” is to
develop a nature-based regional trail
providing passage to the Rivers to Ridges
areas and connecting the existing natural
and cultural assets.
The Amber Lasso is a looped trail
alignment that includes a southern and
northern perimeter loop with Skyline
Regional Park at the central core of the
two loops. The two irrigation canals
(RID and BWCDD) provide east/west
connections within the southern loop
of the Amber Lasso as well. Several
additional primary pathway connections
from the Amber Lasso include north/south
connections with Watson Road and Miller
Road which provide connectivity to Skyline
Regional Park, Sundance Park, Earl Edgar
Park, and the Gila River. At the southern
portion of Miller Road alignment and the
Gila River, the City owns a 40-acre parcel of
land (APN 400-46-010). The El Rio Trail Plan
identifies a major trailhead at this location.
This site could also explore partnerships
with nature-based organizations and
others to develop a nature center.
The Amber Lasso alignment utilizes
existing pathways and corridors that
include Lost Creek Trail in Verrado,
Maricopa Trail, El Rio corridor, and
the Hassyampa corridor. Key initial
recommendations include an Amber
Lasso site specific trail master plan to
further define the trail alignment, create
branding identity and signage standards,
explore partnerships, and identify grant
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Segment 1 – Lost Creek Canyon (5 miles)
From the Lost Creek Trail at the east Skyline Regional Park boundary, continue east 1.2 miles. The City of
Buckeye submitted a lease application to BLM in 2016 for a 320 acre parcel adjacent to Skyline Regional Park
and Verrado. As part of the Plan of Development, a trailhead will be located on the eastern edge of the BLM
parcel to replace the Lost Creek Temporary Trailhead, which closed in 2024 to accommodate the orderly
expansion of the Verrado community.
Continue east 2.3 miles along an existing 8-foot-wide, detached concrete multi-use pathway on the south side
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crossing of North Granite Ridge Road, a grade-separated underpass beneath Verrado Way and another at-
grade crossing at North Acacia Way tying into the Maricopa Trail. This portion of the Maricopa Trail continues
south 1.3 miles with an at-grade crossing at Thomas Road utilizing the existing 8-foot-wide, detached
concrete multi-use pathway which ends approximately 0.2 miles north of the existing 1-10 underpass at the
Tuthill Road alignment.
Segment 2 – Maricopa Trail (2 miles)
From the end of the Acacia Wash multi-use pathway, continue south 2 miles along the Maricopa Trail
alignment (native/unpaved), crossing I-10 at the existing underpass south to Yuma Road. Head east 1 mile on
Yuma Road following the Maricopa Trail alignment to Jackrabbit Trail. This includes an existing bridge crossing
at Yuma Road and the RID Canal.
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From Yuma Road head south 5.6 miles along the west side of Jackrabbit Trail (native/unpaved) to the Gila
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UPRR railroad, and BWCDD Canal.
Segment 4 – El Rio to Miller Road (7 miles)
This segment transitions from the Jackrabbit Trail alignment to the west along the “El Rio” alignment along
the north bank of the Gila River. This study identified the El Rio Trail System along the top of the proposed
levee as well as providing shared-use equestrian trails along the embankment toe of slopes utilizing the
programmed maintenance roads. The El Rio Trail Assessment by J2 Design and the Matrix Planning Group
identified the selected alternative which utilizes the north levee alignment as per the 2017 El Rio Levees
study along with two recommended river
trails along the El Rio. The recommended
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Canal Trail which utilized the BWCDD South
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This segment continues west picking up from the City-owned parcel APN 400-46-010 at Miller Road. The El Rio
Trail Assessment identifies a future major trailhead at this location. The El Rio Trail Assessment also identifies
minor trailheads between Turner Road and Wilson Road. Additional major trailheads are also identified to be
located at SR 85 and at the Hassayampa River connection.
Segment 6 – Hassayampa River Corridor (12 Miles)
The alignment continues to the north along the Hassayampa River east bank at the confluence with
the Gila River. The alignment utilizes a grade-separated undercrossing at the existing I-10 bridge to the
Tonopah-Salome Highway.
Segment 7 – Tonopah-Salome Highway Alignment (2 Miles)
From the Hassayampa River at the intersection of the Tonopah-Salome Highway, the alignment continues
along the north side of the dirt highway alignment.
Segment 8 - Thomas Road Alignment (3 Miles)
Continue 0.4 miles to the northeast along the east bank of the wash corridor to the Thomas Road alignment.
Continue east 2.6 miles along the north side of the Thomas Road alignment. This alignment includes at grade-
crossings with Bruner Road and Sun Valley Parkway.
Segment 9 – Approach to Skyline (2.7 Miles)
From the Thomas Road alignment on the east side of Sun Valley Parkway, continue 3 miles northwest along
the drainage wash corridor to the Powerline corridor. This segment includes two dirt road crossings at Indian
School Road alignment and the Parker Liberty Power Road alignment.
Segment 10 – Powerline Corridor (1 Mile)
Continue southeast along the Powerline Corridor to the existing wash area at the foothill area of Skyline
Regional Park west end property limits.
Segment 11 – Skyline Regional Park Pyrite Summit (1.3 Miles)
The Powerline Corridor ties into an existing wash at the foothills of White Tank Mountain at Skyline Regional
Park. Continue the wash up to the Pyrite Trail.
Continuing North along the Hassayampa River
Continue north along the Hassayampa River corridor for 17 miles instead of heading east along the Tonopah-
Salome Highway. Then utilize the south bank of the CAP Canal for 4 miles to connect into the Festival Ranch
Community.
From Festival Ranch, south of Sun Valley Parkway an existing Arizona State Land Parcel separates the south
side of Festival Ranch from the northside of White Tank Mountains. The City completed the North Zone
Community Park feasibility study to identify future north parks and recreation sites. This study identified an
opportunity to acquire the ASLD parcel to provide a trailhead park with access to the north side of White Tank
Mountains Regional Park.
Arizona State Land Department land south of Festival Ranch. The State Land parcel provides the City an
opportunity to connect the Festival Ranch and other planned communities in the north to White Tank Mountain
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Many of the pathways and trails identified in this plan are located along existing or planned utility and
infrastructure corridors, including irrigation canals, powerline corridors, gas lines, and flood control channel
paths. These utilities require maintenance roads for convenient access for utility maintenance. The City
should develop agreements with these companies to enhance the multi-use potential of such maintenance
roads for pathways and trails. The use of these trails by the public for both transportation and recreation
needs can enhance the safety by providing added eyes to deter people from vandalizing, damaging, or
tampering with facilities. The development of IGAs and MOUs can maximize the use of these lands and can
potentially contribute to the best use of public funds by working together on a cost share for the operation
and maintenance roads and the dual-purpose pathways and trails.
Motorized Vehicle Trails
The use of motorized vehicles will be prohibited for usage on
all paths and trails identified in this plan. There is demand
to establish appropriate locations for motorized vehicle
recreation as the urbanization of Maricopa County limits
opportunities for such. Both Maricopa County and the City of
Buckeye have adopted ordinances that preclude the use of
motorized vehicles on non-paved surfaces.
The City of Buckeye should collaborate with Maricopa
County Parks and Recreation and BLM to locate, design, and
construct a motorized trail in a suitable location outside of the
PM-10 boundary. The PM-10 boundary is an area designated
by EPA that exceeds the acceptable national standard
for particulate matter pollution and thus has additional
regulations to mitigate fugitive dust. In Buckeye, the western
boundary is generally along the Rooks Road alignment and
the southern boundary at the Hunt Highway alignment.
The City has had initial conversations with the Maricopa
County Parks and Recreation Department about the potential
of providing motorized trails in and near Buckeye Hills
Regional Park. In the upcoming years, Maricopa County will
be preparing a master plan that evaluates the short and long
term uses of the park. The City of Buckeye should continue
the conversations on the potential for motorized recreation in
the park and adjacent federal lands.
Currently Arizona State Parks and Trails (ASPT), Arizona Game
and Fish, and the Arizona State Land Department (ASLD)
have partnered to develop a new Arizona Off-Highway Vehicle
(OHV) Guide. This guide highlights places to ride, safety
techniques, education programs, and OHV laws.
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According to the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ), levels of PM-10 in the Phoenix area
occasionally exceed federal standards, often due to large-scale dust storms which are difficult to control.
These particles can originate from various sources, including construction activities, unpaved roads, and
agricultural operations. Monitoring and managing PM-10 levels is crucial for maintaining air quality and
protecting public health. The following map provided by ADEQ’s website identifies the PM-10 boundary limits.
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What we heard from the user groups and community:
• Connect the multi-use pathways and trail gaps between communities
• Create a trail connection between Skyline and White Tank Mountain Regional Park
• Provide additional access points and trailheads to Skyline Regional Park
• Connect Rivers to Ridges in the city
• Continue to invest, support, and participate in Rio Reimagined planning efforts
• Partner with the FCDMC to maximize green infrastructure drainage solutions for joint use opportunities
• Continue to work with the White Tank Conservancy in the identification and development of wildlife
corridors
• Trails located adjacent to flood control drainage solutions, such as channels, can have dual benefits by
serving as maintenance roads and a trail, meeting any maintenance required of the channel and meeting
the recreational needs of the community
Key takeaways from the statistically valid survey:
Spanning a variety of terrains, from tranquil desert landscapes to rugged mountain paths, the pathway
and trail network offers diverse options for hiking, biking, and walking. The goal is to provide a system with
seamless connections with neighborhoods, parks, and natural areas, making outdoor activities accessible
and enjoyable for all age groups and fitness levels. Designed with both residents and visitors in mind, the
trails promote an active lifestyle, environmental appreciation, and community engagement. This well-
maintained and thoughtfully planned system not only enhances the quality of life but also underscores
Buckeye’s dedication to preserving and celebrating the city’s heritage.
Buckeye took a significant step forward since the previous parks and recreation master plan with the opening
of Skyline Regional Park providing recreational based trail amenities to residents and visitors.
The development of a well-connected pathway and trail system will take coordination and partnerships with
developers to ensure connectivity among communities.
Most Supported Key Recommendations:
• Create a trail connection between Skyline Regional Park and White Tank Mountains Regional Park
• Add a trailhead to the west side of Skyline Regional Park
• Connect rivers to ridges throughout the City
Develop new multi-use
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Preserve open space
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Support for dedicated
funding options, i.e.,
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sales tax, or other
agreeable options that
enable the preservation
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development of parks,
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facilities in Buckeye
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Open Spaces
Introduction
The City of Buckeye, founded in 1888 as a 440-acre town, is now Arizona’s largest city by land area. With over
640 square miles designated for future development, Buckeye’s population is projected to increase from
119,110 to more than 227,928 by 2039. Buckeye boasts abundant open space and natural resources, including
the White Tank Mountains, Buckeye Hills, Robbins Butte Wildlife Area, Powers Butte Wildlife Area, Maricopa
Mountains, the Gila and Hassayampa Rivers, and numerous washes—all of which serve as wildlife corridors.
The stunning mountain views invite residents to explore the outdoors, offering a strong connection to nature.
As Buckeye evolves into a large metropolitan city, preserving these natural areas remains a key priority.
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What is Open Space?
As Buckeye continues to grow, the preservation and enhancement of natural open spaces will remain a
cornerstone of urban planning, ensuring that future generations inherit a city where nature and urban
development coexist harmoniously. The vast desert around Buckeye’s developed core is a major draw to the
area, with many citizens stating the importance of trails and natural areas during the public outreach process.
Preserving these open spaces retain key animal and wildlife corridors, helps maintain the balance of our
fragile desert ecosystem, and impact citizens positively.
Open spaces will not only enhance the quality of life for residents by offering a reprieve from urban life, but
can also foster social connections and a shared sense of stewardship for our natural world. Open spaces can
be sanctuaries where people of all ages can engage in physical activities, from hiking and biking to horseback
riding and birdwatching, promoting overall well-being. They can also serve as outdoor classrooms, where
educational programs foster a deep appreciation for wildlife and natural resources.
The City of Buckeye envisions its open spaces as the heart of the community. These spaces are dedicated to
preserving the natural beauty and biodiversity of the environment, providing residents with a sanctuary for
relaxation, recreation, and connection to nature. An open space plan will allow Buckeye to grow sustainably,
helping to forecast and manage its community needs, development goals, environmental impacts, and
‘frontier’ flavor that makes its mix of growth and history so unique.
Open space is typically undisturbed land that is left in it’s natural state. Open spaces can be owned by public
or private entities and can be protected or unprotected lands. Open space is typically not used for residential,
commercial, industrial, or institutional purposes. Community members value open space and it helps define
a sense of place. Moreover, open spaces offer valuable opportunities to educate the public about nature,
biodiversity, as well as historical and cultural significance.
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Benefits of Open Space
As we heard throughout the development of the plan from the community outreach and stakeholder
engagement, open space and the natural environment is unique to Buckeye as one of the key reasons why
residents choose to call Buckeye home. This was reinforced from the statistically valid survey which revealed
87% of Buckeye residents support the idea of preserving open space and place a high value on natural
resources. Buckeye residents enjoy the opportunities that open space provides for connecting with family and
friends, being physically active, and nourishing mental health and spiritual wellbeing.
Open spaces provide numerous benefits that enhance the community’s quality of life, environmental health,
and economic vitality. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, spaces that allow people
to be physically active and socially engaged as part of their daily routine help improve their physical and
mental health. Communing with nature directly correlates with increased stewardship and sustainable practices
that benefit the individual and community.
Dr. Brent A. Bauer, MD, Mayo Clinic has authored a book titled Biophilia: The Physical and Mental Health
Benefits of Spending Time in Nature. Dr. Bauer defines biophilia as the concept that humans hold a
biological need for connection with nature on a physical, mental, and social level, and that this connection
affects our personal well-being, productivity, and societal relationships. Dr. Bauer noted that there is a
growing body of scientific evidence showing a strong relationship between spending time in nature and
improved health outcomes.
Community Benefits
Health Benefits:
Physical Activity: Open spaces encourage outdoor activities such as hiking, biking,
walking, promoting physical health and fitness.
Mental Health: Access to natural environments reduces stress, anxiety, and depression, contributing to
improved mental well-being.
Recreational Opportunities: Parks and natural areas provide spaces for leisure and recreational activities,
essential for relaxation and a balanced lifestyle.
Social and Community Benefits:
Community Engagement: Open spaces serve as venues for passive and recreational
activities, fostering a sense of community and belonging.
Cultural and Heritage Preservation: Open spaces in Buckeye include areas of historical or cultural
significance, helping preserve local heritage and providing educational opportunities.
Environmental Benefits:
Desert Preservation: Open spaces help conserve Buckeye’s natural desert landscapes,
protecting native plant and animal species, such as the saguaro cactus and various desert
wildlife.
Air Quality Improvement: Vegetation in these spaces can filter dust and pollutants, improving air quality
and contributing to a healthier environment.
Climate Regulation: Green areas help reduce the urban heat island effect by providing shade and cooling
the air through evapotranspiration, lowering temperatures in the city.
Water Management: Natural open areas support groundwater recharge and help manage stormwater,
reducing the risk of flooding and erosion.
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Economic Benefits:
Increased Property Values: Proximity to well-maintained open spaces can increase
property values, making the area more attractive to residents and investors.
Tourism and Local Economy: Attractive parks and open spaces can draw visitors, boosting the local
economy through spending on dining, shopping, and other services.
Cost Savings: Access to open spaces can reduce healthcare costs by promoting active lifestyles and
reducing stress-related illnesses.
Aesthetic and Recreational Benefits:
Scenic Beauty: The natural beauty of Buckeye’s desert landscapes enhances the visual
appeal of the community and provides residents with aesthetically pleasing environments.
Recreational Facilities: Open spaces often include amenities such as hiking trails, and picnic areas,
offering diverse recreational opportunities for all ages.
Education and Conservation:
Educational Programs: Open spaces can serve as outdoor classrooms, offering
programs that educate residents about the local environment, conservation efforts,
and sustainable practices.
Conservation Efforts: These areas provide opportunities for local conservation projects and volunteer
activities, promoting environmental stewardship.
Citizen Science: They offer opportunities for citizen science projects, where the public can engage in
monitoring and protecting biodiversity.
Mitigation of Heat Island
Climate change is significantly impacting Arizona, leading to various environmental, social, and economic
challenges. Protection of open space preserves environmental systems and vulnerable habitats. Promoting the
conservation of natural resources and the use of green infrastructure can encourage a sense of stewardship and
involvement around environmental issues. Open spaces, particularly those with significant vegetation, play a
crucial role in mitigating the urban heat island effect.
Vegetation and Shade:
Trees and Plants: Trees, shrubs, and other plants provide shade, which cools the ground
and surrounding air. This shading effect significantly reduces surface temperatures.
Evapotranspiration: Plants cool the air through a process called evapotranspiration, where they release
water vapor during photosynthesis. This process absorbs heat and lowers air temperatures.
Albedo Effect:
Reflectivity: Natural surfaces like grass and soil generally have higher albedo (reflectivity)
compared to urban materials like asphalt and concrete. Higher albedo surfaces reflect more
sunlight and absorb less heat, contributing to cooler temperatures.
Temperature Regulation:
Cooler Surfaces: Open spaces with natural landscaping cool down more quickly in the
evening compared to built environments. This helps to dissipate the retained heat more
effectively.
Heat Absorption: Vegetation and soil absorb and retain less heat than impervious surfaces,
reducing the overall heat stored during the day.
Airflow Enhancement:
Wind Flow: Open spaces can improve airflow and ventilation within urban areas, helping to
disperse heat and pollutants. This natural ventilation can lower temperatures in built-up areas.
Thermal Comfort:
Comfortable Microclimates: Open spaces create cooler microclimates within cities,
offering residents more comfortable outdoor environments. This can reduce reliance on air
conditioning and decrease energy consumption.
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Biodiversity
Open spaces contribute significantly to biodiversity by providing habitats and necessary resources for a
variety of plant and animal species.
Habitat Provision:
Varied Ecosystems: Open spaces often contain diverse habitats such as forests, meadows,
wetlands, washes, alluvial fans, mountainous areas, rivers and grasslands, each supporting
different species.
Urban Wildlife Sanctuaries: Parks and green spaces in urban areas offer refuges for wildlife,
allowing animals and plants to thrive despite surrounding development.
Corridors and Connectivity: Open spaces can serve as corridors connecting isolated habitats, enabling
species to move freely and access larger areas for foraging, mating, and migration.
Food and Shelter:
Flora Diversity: A variety of plant species in open spaces provides food sources for insects,
birds, small mammals, and other wildlife.
Nesting Sites: Trees, shrubs, and other vegetation offer nesting sites and materials for birds
and other animals.
Shelter: Dense vegetation and natural landscapes provide shelter from predators and extreme
weather conditions.
Conservation of Native Species:
Native Plant Restoration: Open spaces often focus on restoring and protecting native
plant species, which support local wildlife populations.
Invasive Species Control: By managing invasive species, open spaces help maintain the
balance of ecosystems and protect native biodiversity.
Pollinator Support:
Flowering Plants: Open spaces with a variety of flowering plants support pollinators
such as bees, butterflies, and other insects, which are crucial for the reproduction of
many plant species.
Pollinator Habitats: Creating habitats specifically designed for pollinators can enhance their populations
and diversity.
Genetic Diversity:
Species Variation: Large, connected open spaces support a wide range of species
variations, promoting genetic diversity which is vital for ecosystem resilience and
adaptability.
Breeding Grounds: These areas often serve as breeding grounds for various species, ensuring the
continuation of diverse genetic lines.
Resource Availability:
Water Sources: Natural water bodies like ponds, streams, and wetlands in open spaces
provide essential water sources for wildlife.
Nutrient-Rich Soils: Healthy soil ecosystems in open spaces support robust plant growth and sustain a
network of decomposers and soil organisms.
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The City of Buckeye acknowledges the intrinsic value of open space and its ecological benefits, identifying
key resources for preservation and conservation. This list is not exhaustive; numerous other natural
resources across the city deserve protection and preservation, even if they are not specifically mentioned
in the following sections. The aim is to ensure that both named and unnamed natural treasures continue
to contribute to the ecological health and overall quality of life in Buckeye. The cities commitment to these
efforts reflects a broader vision of sustainability and environmental stewardship.
Mountains, Hills, Rock Outcroppings, and Buttes
The City of Buckeye boasts several mountain ranges within its municipal planning area, including the White
Tank Mountains, Buckeye Hills, and the North Maricopa Mountains. These areas provide valuable habitat to
many species, including reptiles, birds and mammals.
Wildlife Habitats Areas and Corridors
Buckeye is home to an abundant amount of wildlife, such as coyote, mountain lions, bobcats, kit fox, mule
deer, javelina, desert tortoise, gila monsters, rattlesnakes, red-tailed hawks, burrowing owls, and many
more. It is important to conserve open space and migratory linkages between open space blocks as it serves
as valuable habitat for wildlife. Open space blocks that become surrounded by development restrict or
eliminate wildlife travel to surrounding open space blocks. Wildlife populations become isolated and more
susceptible to local extirpation and genetic diversity can diminish without interchange between other wildlife
populations. Access restrictions to life-supporting food, cover and water sources and fatalities by vehicle
impacts and humans can reduce population numbers. Larger species are impacted first by habitat isolation
and can eventually become extirpated from the wildlife area. Population declines of larger species have also
been seen in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve and at one time, mule deer, javelina, bobcat, mountain lion
and other species inhabited these areas, but wildlife populations eventually moved out or died without the
preservation of wildlife corridors to other open space blocks.
Rivers and Washes
There are a variety of water courses through Buckeye’s planning area, including the Hassayampa and Gila
Rivers as well as major washes, such as Wagner Wash, Star Wash, Daggs Wash, Powerline Wash, Jackrabbit
Wash, Skyline Wash and Rainbow Wash. The river and wash corridors contain abundant riparian and
ecological resources. The increased density of vegetation from the perennial, intermittent or ephemeral water
supply provides food and protective cover for wildlife.
Other Resources to be Protected and Preserved
Other resources, such as mature, healthy stands of vegetation, unique natural features, such as canyons,
slopes, springs, and scenic view areas should be protected in the City of Buckeye. Dark night skies are also a
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CAMELBACK RD
INDIAN SCHOOL RD
THOMAS RD
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LOWER BUCKEYE RD
BROADWAY RD
SOUTHERN AVE
BASELINE RD
BELOAT RD
RIGGS RD
KOMATKE RD
ELLIOT RD
NARRAMORE RD
RAY RD
OLIVE RD
CACTUS RD
WADDELL RD
GREENWAY RD
BELL RD
SUN VALLEY PKWY
DEER VALLEY RD
HAPPY VALLEY RD
PINNACLE PEAK RD
JOMAX RD
PATTON RD
DIXILETA DR
LONE MOUNTAIN RD
DOVE VALLEY RD
BLACK MOUNTAIN RD
CAREFREE HWY
PERRYVILLE RD
JACKRABBIT TRL
VERRADO WAY
DEAN RD
RAINBOW RD
WATSON RD
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MILLER RD
ROOKS RD
TURNER RD
WILSON AVE
PALO VERDE RD
BRUNER RD
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White Tank Mountain
Regional Park
Skyline
Regional Park
Estrella
Mountain
Regional Park
Buckeye Hills
Regional Park
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Gila River
Buckeye Irrigation Distict Canal
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Sonoran Desert
National Monument
Robbins Butte
Wildlife Area
Powers Butte
Wildlife Area
Buckeye Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Slope & Open Space
Buckeye Planning Area
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Maricopa County Regional Parks
National Monument
City Parks
Wildlife Area
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5% - 10%
10% - 20%
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Floodplain
Floodway
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valuable natural resource
to many communities.
Several cities in Arizona,
including Flagstaff,
Sedona and Tucson have
adopted ordinances
to protect their night
skies from prolific
and unnecessary light
pollution. Near the Gila
River, the water table is
extremely high. Because
of the high water table,
during the excavation
for sand and gravel
materials, ‘lakes’ are
formed. These mining
lakes become valuable
natural areas for the plant
and wildlife resources
that take advantage of the
availability of open water.
As such, the city should
partner with the sand
and gravel companies to
ensure the formed lakes
can become high quality
natural and recreation
resources at the end
of mining operations.
The city should also
explore the possibility
of acquiring these sand
and gravel lakes for
recreational lakes.
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258
The White Tank Mountains Conservancy, a 501c3, was
formed to bring together conservationists, developers
and cities to balance environmental concerns with
impending development. Established with the help of
a diverse coalition of key stakeholders and partners,
and supported by a team of volunteers, the White Tank
Mountains Conservancy strives to protect the mutually
beneficial co-existence of humans and a robust wildlife
population which thrives in the open spaces and corridors
of the vibrant White Tank Mountains.
The Conservancy’s mission is to inspire all to conserve
and enjoy the natural and cultural resources of the White
Tank Mountains.
Wildlife Crossing Areas
The consultant team and City staff met with the
Conservancy as part of the focus group meetings.
Through a stakeholder driven planning and mapping
process WTMC has developed a conceptual wildlife
linkage plan (WTMC 2024) that recommends a system of
wildlife corridors and habitat patches to preserve wildlife
movement between the White Tank Mountains and
surrounding natural lands. The following is a conceptual
map illustrating the linkage plan developed by WTMC as
part of the White Tank Mountains Regional Connectivity
Initiative.
White Tank Mountains Conservancy. 2024. Conceptual
Wildlife Linkage Report.
White Tank Mountains
Conservancy
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P A R K S A N D R E C R E AT I O N M A S T E R P L A N
Chapter
6
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Open Space
In Buckeye, AZ, White Tank Mountain Regional Park and Buckeye Hills Regional Park are two prominent
Maricopa County parks that offer diverse outdoor experiences. White Tank Mountain Regional Park spans
nearly 30,000 acres and Buckeye Hills Regional Park, located south of Gila River, west to State Route 85, covers
4,474 acres. Additionally, these parks are complemented by the nearby Robbins and Powers Butte Wildlife
Area, managed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department, which supports diverse wildlife habitats and
offers opportunities for birdwatching, hunting, and fishing. Buckeye also has a portion of the Sonoran Desert
National Monument. These areas collectively provide rich natural attractions and recreational activities for
visitors to enjoy.
Sonoran Desert National Monument (BLM)
The City is host to a portion of the Sonoran Desert National Monument, which was established by a
Presidential Proclamation on January 17, 2001. The National Monument offers opportunities for hiking,
backpacking, stargazing, mountain biking, camping, hunting, sightseeing and horseback riding. The National
Monument is accessible from State Route 85 just south of milepost 135. The North Maricopa Mountains
Wilderness Area is located within the Sonoran Desert National Monument and is also located within Buckeye.
The Sonoran Desert National Monument contains more
than 487,000 acres of Sonoran Desert landscape. The
Sonoran Desert is the most biologically diverse of the
North American deserts, and the monument exemplifies
this desert setting. The most striking aspect of the
plant community within the monument is the extensive
saguaro cactus forest. The monument contains three
distinct mountain ranges, the Maricopa, Sand Tank and
Tabletop Mountains, as well as the Booth and White Hills,
all separated by wide valleys. The monument is also
home to three congressionally designated wilderness
areas, many significant archaeological and historic sites,
and remnants of several important historic trails.
White Tank Mountain Regional
Park (Maricopa County Parks and
Recreation)
The park was established in the 1960s and has gradually
been expanded over the years to 29,572 acres with
31miles of trails, featuring rugged mountain terrain,
gentle foothills, and open valley views. The park includes
a regional library, nature center and amphitheater
(combined facility). The park also features campgrounds,
picnic areas and equestrian staging areas. The park has
a competitive track that provides 10 miles of challenging
trails for hiking/bicycle racers. It is located at the
western end of Olive Avenue at 20304 West White Tank
Mountain Road, Waddell, AZ 85355.
Powers Butte Wildlife Area
(AZ Game and Fish)
Powers Butte Wildlife Area is a lesser known, yet captivating
destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife observers. Managed
by the Arizona Game and Fish Department, this area offers a diverse
range of habitats, including riparian zones, mesquite woodlands,
and open desert, which support a wide array of wildlife species.
Visitors to Powers Butte can enjoy birdwatching, particularly during
migration seasons, as well as opportunities for hunting and fishing
in designated areas. The tranquility and natural beauty of Powers
Butte make it an excellent spot for those looking to experience the
serene and diverse desert ecosystem Buckeye has to offer.
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P A R K S A N D R E C R E AT I O N M A S T E R P L A N
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Buckeye Hills Regional Park
(Maricopa County Parks and Recreation)
This county regional park is in the southern area of Buckeye. The park offers various hiking trails that cater to
different skill levels, providing opportunities to explore the Sonoran Desert landscape. The park also features
a shooting range. The county organizes educational programs, guided hikes, and events that highlight the
natural and cultural history of the area. The county completed a systemwide master plan to provide site
specific master plan updates for all of regional parks. Buckeye Hills master plan update is planned to start
next year, and the city plans to be an active stakeholder in the update process.
Robbins Butte Wildlife Area (Arizona Game and Fish)
Robbins Butte Wildlife Area is 1,681 acres and includes a diversity of habitats. It is bounded on the north
and south of the remnants of the Gila River where there is some open ponding water with marshy cattails
alongside. The Gila River corridor features diverse habitats that draw large populations of resident and
migratory wildlife to this area. Ruins and petroglyphs document the importance of this area to human
habitation and farming for the last 500 years. Today, Robbins Butte is farmed to provide food crops for doves,
other migratory birds, javelina, mule deer, and rabbits.
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Skyline Regional Park (City of Buckeye)
Skyline Regional Park is within land owned by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a federal agency.
In 2010 the city entered into a 25-year no cost lease agreement with BLM for 8,675 acres in the southern
White Tank mountain range. At the end of the 25-year lease, BLM can renew the lease or patent the land
to the city at no cost.
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Two key concerns facing Buckeye that shape the future of open space include the growth and increase in
urban development and the climate change that goes along with it. Open space can positively impact these
issues, resulting in immense benefits to our community. If open space is not actively planned, maintained,
and programmed, these benefits may be at risk. To ensure the existing benefits of open space and expand the
opportunities into the future, it is imperative to consider how to address or adapt to these concerns.
Open Space and Land Preservation Strategies:
To protect Buckeye’s natural resources by setting aside undeveloped
open space through a variety of strategies for implementation:
• Protect Buckeye’s natural resources by setting aside undeveloped open space as conservation parks and
preserves.
• Coordinate with the Bureau of Land Management and Arizona State Land Department on the
preservation of open space.
• Examine the feasibility of purchasing additional State Land surrounding the White Tank Mountains and
other natural resources for the long-term preservation of open space.
• Consider a preservation tax to provide the ability to purchase additional land for protection.
The following example highlights a similar approach for the McDowell Sonoran Desert Preserve in
Scottsdale, AZ:
• In an effort spanning more than four decades, thousands of Scottsdale people have devoted countless
hours to ensuring the protection of this land, most notably by creating a small McDowell Sonoran
Preserve in 1994, with a dream to make it a large-scale, connected open space corridor. Envisioned
to be nearly 35,000 acres, or roughly 57 square miles, the “people’s preserve” comprises rugged
mountains and adjoining high desert that has been and will be preserved in perpetuity as natural open
space.
• On May 23, 1995, Scottsdale voters overwhelmingly approved a 30-year sales tax to fund land
purchases for the Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve. This vote was followed by additional votes
that accelerated and expanded land purchases, including an additional 30-year sales tax in 2004.
This ensured the permanent preservation of Scottsdale’s signature Sonoran Desert and McDowell
Mountains.
• Identify grants and federal funding opportunities to be used for land purchase for preservation of open
space.
• Focus resources on the enhancement of the rivers to ridges concept with greenways that connect the
White Tank Mountains, Buckeye Hills, Maricopa Mountains, and the Gila and Hassayampa Rivers.
• Make Buckeye the recreational gateway to the Sonoran Desert National Monument, White Tank
Mountains (including Maricopa County’s White Tank Mountain Regional Park and Skyline Regional Park),
Buckeye Hills Regional Park, wildlife areas, and the Gila and Hassayampa Rivers. Develop a coordinated
strategy with applicable agencies for tourist traffic, portals and trailheads to these important desert and
riparian environments.
• Participate in the Bureau of Land Management and Arizona State Land Department’s planning activities
to ensure mutually compatible plans for their lands in Buckeye.
• Partner with advocacy groups, such as the White Tank Mountains Conservancy and landowners on the
identification and preservation of wildlife linkages.
• Protect mountain slopes from development as the views of these features are fundamental to the visual
identity of Buckeye. Protect the mountain slopes from development through a combination of land use
regulations, zoning ordinances, transfers of development rights, acquisitions, or dedications.
• Develop a preservation plan for Buckeye’s municipal planning area that identifies areas with significant
natural and cultural resources that should be protected through various mechanisms.
• Ensure developers are conserving significant resources in their development, such as hillsides, wash
corridors, mature stands of vegetation, etc.
• Maximize land use compatibility around open space tracts to enhance community recreational
opportunities.
• Manage the interface between the built and natural environments with compatible land uses and
innovative site planning.
• Utilize buffers to protect natural resources from adjacent development.
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Satisfy both the community’s active and passive recreational needs by integrating natural systems, such as
rivers, washes, mountains, and environmentally sensitive desert environments, to that of man-made parks,
trails, and recreational facilities.
• Develop design and planning standards to ensure the compatibility of uses occurring adjacent to natural
resources and that access to such resources are not cut off by adjacent development.
• Where development occurs along the open edge of open space areas there is a 60/40 ratio guideline,
of 60% minimum functionally open to 40% non-open. To meet the 60% open edge performance
guidelines, various treatments may be utilized. Within the 60% open edge there is a subset
performance guideline with a 30/70 minimum / maximum treatment performance ratio which defines
the type of edge treatments that can be utilized. The following tables provides guidance to minimum
and maximum open edge treatment performance along the open edge for open space areas and
surrounding development types.
• Stress the connectivity of open space as opposed to fragmented open space by working with developers
and land agencies, such as the Bureau of Land Management, Arizona State Land Department, and the
Arizona Game and Fish Department.
• Provide trail systems that connect blocks of open space in a community.
• Use regional drainage corridors as land use buffers, wildlife corridors, and multi-use trails.
• Explore the creation of view corridors, assess and study their value to Buckeye residents, and evaluate
mechanisms to enforce them.
• Partner with the Flood Control District of Maricopa County and other agencies to proactively remove
tamarisks from impacted waterways. The tamarisks can negatively impact river functions by impeding
flood waters.
• Monitor illegal dumping of trash and debris within the City’s municipal planning area and work with the
Police Department and Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office to increase patrols in impacted areas. Work with
volunteer groups to host clean up days.
• Protect Buckeye’s dark skies by implementing state-of the art technology for reducing light dissipation
and glare.
• Encourage the use of native, drought-tolerant landscaping that can benefit wildlife.
• Protect major wash and river corridors and natural drainage ways within Buckeye by ensuring adequate
buffers and compatible development.
• Protect environmentally sensitive areas from disturbance due to construction. For developments
near sensitive areas or wildlife corridors, minimize building envelopes, to regulate areas approved for
disturbance as well as those that must be kept undisturbed, in their natural state.
• Prevent the introduction and spread of invasive, nonnative plant and animal species.
• Require sand and gravel operations within the Buckeye Planning Area to mitigate impacts of their mining
operations.
Preservation Strategies
Minimum 30% (at the open edge)
Single loaded public street or single loaded private
street with public access easement (non-gated)
Public park
Paseo
Municipal facilities such as fire and police stations,
community center, or library are recommended
to "front" onto the river with storage and parking
placed away from the river edge
Private undisturbed open space
Private improved open space
Maximum 70% (at the open edge)
Public School
Shared parking as approved by the City
Public street T-intersection
Public street cul-de-sac
Retention or detention basin graded to blend
Creative option
Single loaded gated private street
Gated private street cul-de-sac
Gated private street T-intersection
Parkway
Open Edge Treatment Performance Guidelines to Achieve 60% Functionally Open Edge
Some cities in Arizona have adopted policies to
preserve mountains and hillsides from encroaching
development or to ensure development respects
and complements the natural environment. Many
cities have adopted land preservation strategies with
voter-approved referendums to provide the necessary
dollars to purchase sensitive lands, such as hillsides
and slopes. For example, the City of Phoenix’s Parks
and Preserves Initiative was passed by 80% of the
Phoenix voters in 1999 and raised over $220 million
to build new parks, improve community parks and
purchase Sonoran Desert preserve land. Since 1999,
the City of Phoenix has purchased thousands of acres
of Arizona State Trust Land to expand the preserve.
In 2008, 83% of voters approved the renewal of the
Initiative for an additional 30 more years. The initiative
allocates one cent of sales tax for every $10 purchase
towards parks and preserves with 60% allocated
towards parks and 40% towards preserves and their
land acquisitions. Similarly, the City of Scottsdale
has voter approval to continue land acquisitions to
preserve open space in the McDowell Mountains. In
1995, Scottsdale voters approved a 0.2% sales tax
increase and an additional 0.15% sales tax in 2004 to
acquire land in the McDowell Mountains. Voters also
approved several bond initiatives to provide funding
for open space land acquisition.
In 2025 the preserve tax will sunset and in 2024 the City
issued a new proposition to utilize the same funding
source (0.15% of the existing sales tax) for parks
and recreation maintenance funding as the 30-year
preservation tax completed the objective of purchasing
over 35,000 acres of land for preservation land and
built 12 trailheads. In November of 2024 the Scottsdale
citizens voted on proposition 490, which passed in the
2024 election by 58.25% yes, vs. 41.75% no. This result
will provide dedicated maintenance park funding for
the City of Scottsdale parks system.
Over the next ten to twenty years, the City of Buckeye
should evaluate the feasibility of a voter-approved sales
tax set-aside specifically for land acquisitions, access
to and improvements in and around the White Tank
Mountains. The Arizona State Land Department owns
land south of Buckeye’s Skyline Regional Park and a 1
square mile island (640 acres) within the park. There
are also significant State Land Department holdings
on the western side of Buckeye’s Skyline Regional Park
and Maricopa County’s White Tank Mountain Regional
Park. The City, working with Maricopa County and the
White Tank Mountains Conservancy should develop a
land conservation and preservation strategy of these
lands.
Other mountain areas, including the Buckeye Hills,
Powers Butte, Robbins Butte and the Maricopa
Mountains are already preserved lands and either
owned by the Bureau of Land Management or Arizona
Game and Fish Department. The Sonoran Desert
National Monument also has protections in place
for long-term preservation. Preserving open space
and connectivity between these areas would further
protect the conservation values and investments of
these areas.
Reference Funding Strategies Chapter 12 for additional
applicable funding options.
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Arizona cities and towns have also developed plans and guiding ordinances on the preservation of rivers,
washes and their floodways and floodplains. Many cities encourage developers to retain washes in place and
in their natural conditions where practical. Both the Cities of Tucson and Scottsdale have requirements that
encourage floodways and floodplains be left in their natural state to ensure hydrologic processes can occur
unimpeded and that riparian resources are preserved, providing both economic and ecological benefits. If
disturbance does occur, mitigation must occur with the same density and diversity of vegetation that would
naturally occur in the watercourse.
The City of Buckeye, through its Gila River Restoration Program developed sand and gravel design guidelines
to provide guidance on reclamation strategies to ensure the end use blends with the surrounding natural
landscape. These guidelines will provide insight into the desired use of mining pits. In locations where the
water table is high, lakes form, providing a unique opportunity in the desert for water-based recreation
activities, including fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing.
Formalized partnerships should be developed with landowners in the Gila and Hassayampa Rivers, including
the Bureau of Land Management, the Arizona State Land Department, Arizona Game and Fish, Flood
Control District of Maricopa County, and sand and gravel mining operators for preservation, restoration,
enhancement, or maintenance of riparian resources in the rivers. Such cooperative agreements can also detail
the support for river access plans for pathways and trails along the floodway and within the river itself that
crosses property lines.
The City of Buckeye, working with partnering agencies should monitor and evaluate for invasive, non-
indigenous plants, insects and animals that could shift the delicate balance of ecological processes.
The City of Buckeye should encourage the use of native vegetation in all development projects, but especially
on those projects abutting open space. The use of native vegetation in projects adjacent to open space not
only reaffirms Buckeye’s desert environment and provides a natural landscape transition, but also benefits
local wildlife that depend on indigenous plants for food and cover.
Over the next ten to twenty years, the City of Buckeye should develop a prioritization strategy, based on
science, for the preservation of open space lands in Buckeye. Those lands deemed critical for their open space
value should be prioritized first for acquisition with whatever available funds there are for fee purchase. Such
attributes that should be considered for preservation, include slope, waterways, near-term development
potential or at-risk for loss, significant vegetation stands, visual quality, archaeological sites, habitat, etc.
Low Impact Development for Stormwater Management
The City of Buckeye completed an operations and maintenance (O&M) assessment to study costs and
requirements associated with using low impact development (LID) for stormwater management. Some
communities in Arizona and the arid Southwest have begun to adopt LID to implement nature-based solutions
to manage stormwater. In southern Arizona, local communities such as the City of Tucson and Pima County
have applied LID techniques for nearly two decades. This study was conducted to collect data and information
associated with O&M costs and requirements from entities with existing LID installations in central Arizona
and nearby arid environments, particularly in right-of-way (ROW) applications.
Identified LID Strategies and Best Practices include:
• Rainwater harvesting – Basins, Vegetated Swales, and Rain Gardens
• Bioretention Cells, Vegetated Retention Basins and Planters
• Chicanes, Curb Extensions, Bump Outs
• Sediment Traps
• Curb Openings, Curb Cuts, Wheelstops, and Flush Curbs
• Urban Tree Canopy
• Overflow Structures
• Underground Stormwater or Rainwater Collection Systems – Drainfields and Cisterns
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Wildlife Corridor Preservation
The Arizona Game and Fish Department working with a broad coalition of stakeholders has identified
wildlife corridors (or linkages) between habitat blocks that should be protected and preserved. White
Tank Mountains Conservancy is currently spearheading these corridor identification efforts. These wildlife
corridors, if preserved, will allow for the continued movement of wildlife and promote local wildlife population
sustainability. Wildlife corridors identified in Buckeye include:
• Gila River Corridor/Fred J. Weiler Greenbelt
• Hassayampa River Corridor
• White Tank Mountains to the Hassayampa River Corridor
• White Tank Mountains to the Vulture Mountains
• White Tank Mountains to the Belmont and Big Horn Mountains
• Areas North of the FRS Structures along I-10
• Maricopa Mountains to Buckeye Hills to Gila Bend Mountains Corridor
• Washes including Wagner Wash, Star Wash and Jackrabbit Wash
The City of Buckeye recognizes the value such wildlife corridors have in the City. Without the preservation of
corridors, the biodiversity in Buckeye will diminish with irreplaceable consequences. These corridors benefit
plants by providing the critical lands needed for seed dispersal, genetic exchange between native desert
plants, and pollination corridors.
The City of Buckeye should continue its collaborative efforts with Arizona Game and Fish Department,
developers, property owners, and environmental groups, including the White Tank Mountains Conservancy
to determine methods and approaches to preserve these corridors at both the benefit of wildlife and the
developer’s interests.
The City of Buckeye is committed to creating sustainable solutions that effectively manage stormwater while
minimizing impacts to the environment. In an effort to preserve minor washes and their wildlife habitat, the
city should work with private development partners and agencies like the Flood Control District of Maricopa
County to plan, design, and implement projects considering the natural assets and the stormwater
conveyance they provide. Best practices include:
1. Using nature-based solutions (green infrastructure) to provide benefits, including regulating flooding,
absorbing carbon, improving air and water quality, and providing recreation and aesthetic benefits
2. Conserving and restoring ecosystems to increase ecological functions of natural assets and species
biodiversification
3. Creating sustainable landscapes to reduce irrigation and heat, absorb carbon, and restore urban tree
canopy
4. Crafting pollinator habitats
Taking a green infrastructure approach to stormwater conveyance will allow for preservation of minor washes
and wildlife habitat over the creation of large concrete-lined drainage channels.
Other strategies that should be encouraged to benefit wildlife in Buckeye
include the following:
• Stock tanks and wildlife waters should be strategically placed to benefit wildlife in known movement
corridors. Natural washes should be conserved as ephemeral and intermittent sources for water, as well
as valuable habitat areas.
• Ensure connectivity between wildlife habitat blocks, corridors and small habitat patches. Smaller
patches of open space can serve as steppingstones between habitat blocks for birds and insects.
• Properties abutting open space should use wildlife friendly design, including the use of low lighting,
native vegetation, low density development and restraint in the use of walls that block flow and
access into and out of habitat or create hard edges to adjacent development. The use of walls may be
appropriate to buffer and separate higher impact uses, such as denser types of development from open
space or corridors.
• Properties abutting open space should promote wildlife (or ecologically) friendly stewardship.
• Sensitively design streets and other types of man-made corridors, including utilities and trails that
may affect the travel movements of wildlife. Minimize locating manmade corridors, such as streets and
utilities that are located within or cross wildlife corridors. Where crossings do occur, design to allow
crossings to safely occur for targeted species whether above, below or at-grade (with accompanying
safety signage). Streets should be lower-volume and lower speeds that intersect at-grade with wildlife
corridors.
• Locate parks and trails on the fringes of known corridors as a buffer between adjacent development and
wildlife habitat.
• Incorporate buffers adjacent to corridors, habitat blocks or patches to minimize edge effects from
urbanization that diminish wildlife habitat value. At a minimum, buffers should capture wash channels
and the terrestrial landscaped affected by floods and elevated water table. Develop buffer widths
appropriate for indigenous species assemblages and based on wildlife research.
• Develop wildlife research and monitoring strategies to provide data on animal movement patterns,
population status, inform land conservation priorities and inform placement and design of wildlife
friendly infrastructure, and to evaluate wildlife corridor use.
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Open space plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for its residents. The city is dedicated to
preserving significant portions of land for recreational and natural purposes. This plan ensures the thoughtful
integration and expansion of parks, trails, and open spaces, creating a network that fosters connectivity,
wellness, and appreciation of the natural environment. Overall, these efforts are strongly supported by its
residents and contribute to a vibrant and sustainable community where residents can thrive amid Arizona's
natural beauty.
Statistically Valid Survey Results
• 73% of residents support dedicated funding options that enable the preservation of open spaces and
development of parks and trails.
• 87% of residents support preserving open space and put a high value on natural resources.
What We Heard
“We are unique in a lot of ways and the biggest is all of the open space we have.
Would like to see the City buy the land adjacent to the White Tank Mountains to
ensure its preservation”
“Have done a good job at preserving and protecting wildlife corridors with the
White Tank Conservancy. Making sure that is not an afterthought and it’s an
upfront priority is important as development continues to occur.”
Most Supported Key Recommendations:
• Explore partnerships opportunities for a nature center with organizations like the Audubon Society
• Continue the investment in the Rio Reimagined
• Conduct a grant study on land purchase opportunities
• Partner with Flood Control District of Maricopa County to maximize green infrastructure drainage
solutions as the need develops
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Cultural and Historical Resources
Introduction
The City of Buckeye, Arizona, is a vibrant community with a rich tapestry of cultural and historical resources.
The purpose of this chapter and plan is to identify, preserve, and celebrate the diverse heritage that shapes
Buckeye’s unique character. Buckeye’s story is one of resilience, diversity, and continuous transformation.
As the city moves forward, it is crucial to honor and protect these invaluable resources, ensuring that they
remain an integral part of the community’s identity for future generations. This Cultural and Historical
Resources Plan serves as a strategic framework to guide the preservation efforts, enhancing public awareness
and fostering a deep appreciation for Buckeye’s past and its contributions to the city’s dynamic present
and future.
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Hohokam Period
Because of its desirable location in an area of rich soil with access to water, Buckeye Valley attracted groups of
prehistoric peoples. These early settlers, called the Hohokam, diverted the waters of the Gila River into canals
and then onto their crops. The Hohokam period is a significant era in the prehistory of the Southwestern
United States, characterized by the development and flourishing of the Hohokam culture. This period,
spanning from approximately 1 AD to 1450 AD, is marked by advancements in agriculture, craftsmanship, and
social organization. In what would become the Buckeye area, evidence of the Hohokam people’s sophisticated
lifestyle and technological ingenuity is preserved through various archaeological discoveries.
Agriculture and Irrigation
One of the most remarkable achievements of the Hohokam
people was their use of advanced irrigation techniques
to cultivate crops in the harsh desert environment. They
engineered complex canal systems to divert water from the
Gila and Salt Rivers to their fields. These canals, some of
which stretched for miles, enabled the Hohokam to grow
staple crops such as corn, beans, and squash. This agricultural
surplus supported a growing population and the development
of vibrant communities.
Settlement and Architecture
The Hohokam established settlements that varied in size from
small hamlets to large villages. In the Buckeye area, these
settlements often featured adobe or pit houses—a form of
residential architecture that involved excavating a shallow
pit and constructing walls and a roof above it. These homes
provided the Hohokam with insulation from the extreme
temperatures of the desert.
Archaeological Resources in Buckeye:
The Hohokam culture has left many tangible reminders of
their existence including tools, rock art, and petroglyphs.
These resources are critical to protect as they are considered
nonrenewable resources. All archaeological sites on public federal
land in Arizona are protected by the Archaeological Resources
Protection Act and various state laws that prohibit digging,
removing artifacts, and damaging or defacing archaeological
resources. These laws provide for felony and misdemeanor charges
with jail time, confiscation of property, and large fines
Crafts and Artifacts
The Hohokam culture is also noted for its craftsmanship, particularly in pottery and jewelry. Archaeologists
have uncovered a wealth of artifacts in the Buckeye area, including:
Social and Ceremonial Life
Social and ceremonial activities played a central role in Hohokam society. Ball courts, used for playing a
type of ball game that had both recreational and ceremonial significance, have been discovered in various
Hohokam sites. These courts indicate a well-organized social structure and suggest that community
gatherings were important for the Hohokam people.
Decline and Legacy
The Hohokam culture experienced a decline around 1450 AD, possibly due to a combination of environmental
changes, resource depletion, and social factors. Despite this decline, the legacy of the Hohokam period lives
on through the archaeological remnants found in Buckeye and other parts of Arizona. These remnants provide
invaluable insights into the ingenuity and resilience of the Hohokam people.
The Spanish-American Period
The Spanish-American period in Arizona commenced in the late 17th century when Spanish explorers
and missionaries started to venture into the region. This period was characterized by the establishment
of missions, forts, and settlements as Spain sought to spread its influence and consolidate its control over
its northern territories. Although the Spanish had a significant presence in southern Arizona, the area that
would become Buckeye was largely influenced during the broader territorial changes following the Mexican-
American War.
Exploration and Early Influence
Spanish explorers such as Eusebio Francisco Kino were among the first Europeans to explore Arizona. Father
Kino’s expeditions between 1691 and 1711 helped map the region and established missions that introduced
European agricultural practices and livestock to the indigenous populations.
Though Buckeye itself was not a primary focus during Kino’s missions, the spread of European influence
set the stage for eventual settlement in the broader region. The introduction of new crops, livestock, and
European technologies significantly impacted the local indigenous communities, including the Hohokam
descendants.
Stone tools such as
manos and metates
(used for grinding corn),
projectile points, and axes
reflect the Hohokam’s
adeptness in toolmaking
and their adaptation to
their environment.
The Hohokam are
renowned for their
red-on-buff ceramics,
which feature intricate
geometric designs and
motifs. These pots and
bowls were used for
both utilitarian and
ceremonial purposes.
Trade networks extended as
far as the Gulf of California,
bringing shells that were crafted
into beautiful jewelry, including
bracelets, pendants, and beads.
These items highlight the
Hohokam’s connections with other
cultures and their appreciation for
ornamental art.
Pottery
Tools
Shell Jewelry
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Spanish Colonial Legacy
The Spanish colonial era left a lasting legacy in Arizona through the introduction of Christianity, Spanish
language, and European culture. This influence persisted even as Arizona transitioned from Spanish to
Mexican control following Mexico’s independence from Spain in 1821.
Transition to Mexican Control
Post-1821, the region became part of Mexico. This period saw continued cultural influence with a focus on
ranching and agriculture. Mexican ranchers utilized the land for grazing cattle and sheep, setting up ranches
and further integrating the area into regional trade networks.
American Acquisition
The turning point for Buckeye and the broader Arizona region came with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in
1848, which ended the Mexican-American War and resulted in Mexico ceding a large portion of its northern
territories, including present-day Arizona, to the United States.
Establishment and Settling of Buckeye
In 1877, the founder of the settlement that would eventually become Buckeye led a party of six men,
three women, and ten children from Creston, Iowa, to Arizona. The leader of this party was Thomas
Newt Clanton, who came west to promote good health. He lived in Arizona for 49 years before his
death at age 82.
Development in the Buckeye Valley was tied to the construction of the Buckeye Canal. In 1885, Malin
M. Jackson named the canal in honor of his native state of Ohio, the Buckeye State. Clanton built ten
miles of the canal, which was completed in 1886.
In 1887, Clanton and his family moved to Buckeye, becoming the first permanent Anglo residents.
Clanton and Jackson envisioned a need for a townsite near the center of the Buckeye Valley, so in
1888 the two, along with William “Buckey” O’Neil, who later became known as a famous Spanish-
American War Rough Rider, laid out the townsite on a portion of the Clanton homestead.
In October 1888, “Buckey” O’Neil and
associates organized the Buckeye
Irrigation Company and had it
certified by the territorial secretary.
That same month the Buckeye Canal
Company entered into a contract with
William “Buckey” O’Neil to sell and
transfer to him all their rights and title
which were then moved to the newly
formed company. Jackson named the
town Sidney, after his home in Ohio.
However, because of the significance
of the canal, over time the town
became known as Buckeye, and the
name was legally changed in 1910.
Advances in transportation put Buckeye on the map. In 1907, Dr. Laurence Thayer brought the first car to
Buckeye. The Arizona Eastern Railroad came to Buckeye in 1910, a steam rail line connected Buckeye to
Phoenix in 1912, and a state highway reached Buckeye by 1915. The coming of the railroad was so significant
that the business district was moved to accommodate the location of the railroad station. As a result, Buckeye
was booming. By 1912, major buildings were constructed, along with expansion of the business community.
Buckeye was officially incorporated as a town in 1929 and included 440 acres. Its development was
significantly influenced by the availability of water for irrigation, which attracted farmers and helped establish
a robust agricultural community. The construction of the Buckeye Canal was crucial in transforming the arid
land into fertile farmland. The first mayor was Hugh M. Watson who was elected in 1929. Watson started the
Buckeye Valley Bank. His son, Hugh Watson Jr., was mayor from 1956 to 1958.
In 1935, the Buckeye Chamber of Commerce started the Helzapoppin Days, which became a local tradition.
The festivities included street dances, a parade, carnival, and rodeo. Proceeds were given to local churches
that distributed the funds to the needy and for scholarships. Celebrities such as cowboy singing star Gene
Autry attended the events.
Buckeye’s Historic
Main Street
Monroe Avenue, once old U.S. Highway 80,
was Buckeye’s early business district in 1920;
today, its Buckeye’s historic main street.
A stretch of the original roadway section
is still in use where Monroe Avenue dead
ends into Apache. Old U.S. Highway 80 was
originally called the Dixie Overland Highway or the Broadway of America. Before 1926, developers and towns
scrambled to be on a coast-to-coast route. The Dixie Overland Highway was the first all-year, coast-to-coast
roadway.
Since many of these highways shared the same roadbed through parts of the country, people began to be
confused by the colorful names given these routes. In 1926, the Federal government stepped in and replaced
the names with a numerical system. Old U.S. Highway 80 started at Tybee Island, Georgia and crossed the
country entering Arizona near Douglas, continuing through Tucson, Phoenix and Buckeye, south to Gila Bend,
and exiting the state at Yuma. Its western terminus was San Diego.
The Gillespie Dam, south of Arlington, was completed in
the spring of 1921. In July the rains came, and the dam
overflowed 3 to 5 feet. Water was everywhere, and the
Arlington farmers had to move out. On August 1, 1927, a
bridge was opened for traffic and provided uninterrupted
travel across Arizona on U.S. Highway 80.
Forty-three passengers from Buckeye dressed in their
Sunday best to ride the first train to Buckeye. The train fare
was $1.95 which spanned 38 miles. At the Hassayampa
River the track ended, and the train would transition and
turn around to head back to Phoenix. In 1926 the railroad
tracks extended to Yuma.
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Gillespie Dam Bridge
The Gillespie Dam bridge was one of the longest vehicular
structures in Arizona when it was originally built; it is also
the only steel bridge across the Gila River, and one of two
remaining bridges with multi-span vehicular through trusses.
The Gila River flood of 1993 only caused some support piers to
settle (because of its design and concrete support piers sunk
in bedrock). It is one of the most important examples of early
bridge construction in Arizona.
Much like its northern sister, US 66, US 80 was an important automobile crossing that became an economic
engine for the cities it passed through. Both US 80 and US 66 were completely paved or surfaced with oil in
Arizona by the spring of 1939. Following World War II, US 80’s traffic even rivaled that of the more famous
highway to the north.
1995 Buckeye Historic Resource Survey
The 1995 Historic Resource Survey stated that two historic districts can be formed in Buckeye—one
residential and one commercial. The residential district is located north of Monroe Avenue with properties as
far west as Second and Eason; as far east as Sixth and Eason; as far north as Narramore; and as far south as
Roosevelt. The proposed commercial district is located along Monroe Avenue. An update to the 1995 survey
may reveal that other areas in downtown Buckeye may meet criteria established by the National Register of
Historic Places for a historic district.
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H.E. Kell and Company General Merchandise – 1890
Originally built in 1890 by Joe Irvine and Grant McWilliams,
it was a salon from 1890 to 1897. In 1899, Ed Kell opened
a store and relocated the post office to the former saloon
building. In 1910, the Kells moved their store to the Ware
Building on Fourth Street and Monroe Avenue. In 1947, Kelly
Carmony purchased the building and opened the South Side
Grocery which existed for a decade. The building burned
and the museum at Town Park was fashioned to resemble
the Kell Store when it was built in 1953.
Buckeye Pharmacy – 1920
The structure was built
c.1920 and is located on Monroe Avenue
Old Courthouse and Jail – 1912
The Old Courthouse and Jail building was built in
1912 and located at 218 S. 4th Street. Over the years
the Courthouse and Jail building has been used as
a hospital, the town library, and town food bank.
The building still has the original jail bars on its
windows. The previous jail and courtroom burned
down in the 1911 fire that began in Hawkins’s candy
store on Centre Avenue, burning the entire original
main street.
Buckeye Union High School A-Wing – 1925
The A-Wing was built in 1925 and is located at 902
E. Eason Avenue Buckeye High School opened
September of 1928 and became Buckeye Union
High School in June of 1929. The school’s A-wing
was listed in the National Register of Historic
Places on December 30, 2009.
Joslin Building – 1912
The Joslin Building, originally the 3-H Mercantile Store
(Harper, Hadley, and Hendron), was constructed by
Wallace Joslin in 1912. Located at Fourth Street and
Monroe Avenue, it housed Majors Pharmacy on the
ground floor from 1919 through 1950s. The pharmacy
was Buckeye’s first and owned by William Major. The
drugstore later became the site of the first La Placita
restaurant, opened by Manuel Amabisca in 1961. During
the early days, Saturday night dances were held upstairs,
as were local school graduations and programs.
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Nardini Manor – 1912
Nardini Manor was originally known
as “The Field Ranch” which originated
in 1908 by Ralph W. Fields, a cattle
rancher, farmer, and preacher. The
construction was complete in 1912,
the same year that Arizona became
a state.
Ware Building – 1910
The Ware Building was constructed in 1910 at the southwest
corner of Fourth Street and Monroe Avenue. The building had a
decorative brick façade with large windows with fabric awnings
making up the storefront. The Buckeye Valley Bank occupied
the corner space in 1911. By 1912, the Buckeye Restaurant,
Buckeye Valley Market, a barbershop, and the Buckeye Valley
News were tenants. Monroe Avenue truly became the main
street of Buckeye.
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1880s
1890
1910
1912
1920
1925
In the early 1970s, Thomas Nardini and his family
purchased the Manor, which by this time was in
total disrepair. He and his wife spent the next 20
years restoring the house and designing the gardens
that you see today. Nardini, having come from Italy,
had a vision as to what gardens should reflect.
These gardens were designed to capture beauty
and elegance, by way of fountains, sculptures, and
manicured hedges.
In 1990, the Manor caught fire and was severely damaged.
Restoration was going to be a very large undertaking and Nardini,
who had just recently lost his wife, decided against it.
In December of 1990, the Manor was sold to a couple named Rodger
and Tana Wrublick. They had a vison and an unbreakable will to
repair and bring back the beauty of the Manor for the express
purpose of holding weddings, receptions, and special events. The
restoration took 12 months of hard work and transformed the
Manor into the showpiece it is today.
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Buckeye Woman’s Club – 1935
The Woman’s Club building was built on June 6,
1935, and is located at 845 East Monroe Avenue. This
property was listed in the National Register of Historic
Places on June 4, 2021.
Hobo Joe – 1965
Hobo Joe is a 25-foot-tall Buckeye landmark created in
1965 and was located in front of Gillums Meat & Locker
Co. at 1015 East Monroe Avenue. The identity of the
sculptor is unknown and remains a mystery. The statue
was designed by former Walt Disney Company Animator,
Jim Casey. Hobo Joe was the face behind a chain of
coffee shops bearing his name. Originating in Arizona,
the chain grew to eight locations throughout the Phoenix
Metro Area before closing in the late 1980’s. Fiberglass
molding craftsman, Marvin Ransdell was commissioned
to cast 2 large Hobo’s including our 25 foot statue.
Through a series of events, Buckeye’s Hobo Joe stayed
with Marvin who later gifted the large sclpture to his
good friend Ramon Gillum in 1989. The statue underwent
a restoration makeover, which included fiberglass work,
repainting, and setting on a new base in its new location
at 111 S. 5th Street.
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Roosevelt Irrigation District Building – 1929
This structure was built in 1929 and is located at 103 West
Baseline Road. The Roosevelt Irrigation District was organized
in 1923, and the land served by the district is located north of
the Buckeye Canal from Dysart Road to the Hassayampa River.
The building has been occupied by the Roosevelt Irrigation
District since 1929.
Ganley’s Funeral Home – 1939
Built in 1928, this two story building housed
offices for Miller Cattle Company on the
second floor and McKee Grocery on the first
floor. The Buckeye Funeral Home (Ganley’s
Mortuary) has used this building since 1939.
1970s
1929
1930
1935
1939
1965
West Valley Academy Building – 1930
The structure was built in 1930 and is located at 827
E. Monroe Avenue It originally was used as a church.
A - Ware Building
B - Buckeye Pharmacy B
C - Joslin Building
D - Old Courthouse & Jail Building
E - Hobo Joe
F -West Valley Academy Building
G -Buckeye Women’s Club
H -Buckeye Valley Museum
I -Buckeye Union High school A-Wing Building
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Historic Preservation in Buckeye
Historic preservation in Buckeye, Arizona, is a vital effort to safeguard the architectural, cultural, and historical
heritage of the community. Through preservation, Buckeye maintains a tangible link to its past, celebrates its
diverse cultural roots, and fosters a sense of identity and pride among residents. The city’s historic buildings,
landmarks, and sites offer a glimpse into the pioneering spirit and agricultural legacy of its early residents.
Preservation efforts ensure that future generations can appreciate and learn from the city’s rich history.
Key Historic Preservation Objectives:
Preservation of Architectural Heritage: Protect and restore significant buildings and structures that reflect
Buckeye’s historical and architectural development.
Cultural Preservation: Maintain and celebrate the cultural traditions and history of Buckeye’s diverse
community, including the contributions of Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and early American settlers.
Education and Awareness: Promote public awareness and education about the importance of historic
preservation and the history of Buckeye.
Promote Partnerships: Continue to partner with organizations that align with preservation objectives, such
as the Buckeye Main Street Coalition. The City should also work with the State Historic Preservation Office
(SHPO) to learn about programs and services that could benefit the Historic District.
Economic Revitalization: Leverage historic preservation to stimulate economic growth, attract tourism, and
enhance the appeal of Buckeye’s historic downtown and surrounding areas.
Downtown Buckeye Specific Area Plan
Adopted in 2023 and Amended 2024, the Downtown Buckeye Specific Area Plan articulates the implementable
community goals for Downtown Buckeye over the next 10 to 20 years. The plan includes a defined “Historic
Downtown of Buckeye Activity Center” which is “intended as a regional destination to capitalize on the
historical and cultural assets available in the area.” It also includes Subareas identifying Downtown-East (DE)
as the area which needs specific attention to preservation of the historic scale, character, and buildings within
the area. Several strategies of the plan further the Historic Preservation goals of this document, many of
which have been incorporated into goal and policies herein.
Collaboration
1
Innovation
Community
Involvement
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3
The future of historic preservation in Buckeye involves continued collaboration, innovation, and community
involvement. Plans include expanding preservation efforts to additional historic sites, enhancing educational
outreach, and ensuring that preservation is a key component of sustainable development strategies.
Downtown Overlay District Design Guidelines
The downtown overlay district design guidelines within the Development Code aim to strengthen the historic
character of the area. The overlay district development standards include signage, lighting, building materials,
colors, landscaping and shade, screening, setbacks, parking and criteria for the conversion of single-family
homes to commercial businesses.
Buckeye Main Street Coalition
The Buckeye Main Street Coalition is a community-
driven organization. Founded with the mission of
enhancing the historic core of the city, the coalition
brings together business owners, residents, and local
government in a collaborative effort to create a vibrant
and economically sustainable downtown area.
Key Objectives
• Economic Development: Support and attract
local businesses to create a diverse and sustainable economic base.
• Marketing and Promotion: Market Downtown Buckeye as a vibrant destination for residents and
visitors alike.
The Buckeye Main Street Coalition continues to focus on strategic planning and sustainable
development to ensure the long-term vibrancy of Downtown Buckeye. Future initiatives
include expanding business recruitment efforts, enhancing pedestrian and bicycle
infrastructure, and further cultivating a unique cultural identity for the downtown area.
Mission
The mission of the Buckeye Main Street Coalition
is to foster a dynamic and inviting downtown
environment that reflects Buckeye’s rich history,
supports local businesses, and serves as a hub
for community activities and social engagement.
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Buckeye Valley Historical Society
The Buckeye Historical and Archaeological Museum filed its Articles of Incorporation with the State of Arizona
on April 5, 1954. For decades, its trustees and volunteers managed the daily operations of the Buckeye Valley
Historical & Archaeological Museum with a mission to collect, preserve, and share the history of the Buckeye
Valley through exhibits, educational programs, and community outreach. This founding organization became
an indispensable asset to the community, championing efforts to safeguard and celebrate local history.
On April 16, 2008, the organization’s name was officially amended to the Buckeye Valley Historical Society. When
the City of Buckeye assumed ownership and management of the museum, the Historical Society transitioned
into a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. In this capacity, it supports and promotes the Buckeye Valley Museum by
fostering opportunities for individuals and groups to volunteer their time, talents, and resources.
The mission of the Buckeye Valley Historical Society is to preserve the history of the Buckeye Valley by
supporting the museum’s local history programs, activities, events, and preservation initiatives through
fundraising and financial contributions.
Buckeye Valley Museum
The Buckeye Valley Museum is a cornerstone of the Buckeye community, dedicated to preserving, showcasing,
and educating the public about the rich historical and cultural heritage of the Buckeye Valley region. This vital
institution serves as a treasure trove of artifacts, photographs, documents, and exhibits, telling the story of
the area from its earliest Indigenous inhabitants to its modern-day developments.
Conveniently located in Downtown Buckeye, the museum is easily accessible to both residents and visitors.
The historic building itself adds to the museum’s charm, providing an authentic setting to explore the region’s
history. Through diverse exhibits, engaging programs, and interactive opportunities, the Buckeye Valley
Museum brings the past to life, fostering a deeper connection between the community and its heritage.
Originally founded in 1954 by I.H. Parkman, the museum was established as the Buckeye Valley Historical &
Archaeological Museum and operated by a dedicated museum board and countless volunteers. In 2008, the
museum board approached the City of Buckeye to take over the building and its collection, resulting in the
City accepting the museum as a donation. The museum board transitioned into the Buckeye Valley Historical
Society, a 501(c)(3) organization.
The museum’s impressive collection includes artifacts from the Hohokam and Anasazi cultures, as well as
objects and documents related to the Buckeye Valley’s history spanning the 19th and 20th centuries. In 2014,
the museum underwent significant renovations to introduce new exhibits that highlight Buckeye’s historical
downtown, including displays of businesses from the early to mid-1900s. Another renovation in 2022 added a
lobby and improved the building’s façade, enhancing the visitor experience.
Today, the Buckeye Valley Museum continues to serve as a valuable repository of the region’s historical
artifacts and stories, ensuring that the rich legacy of the Buckeye Valley is preserved and celebrated for
generations to come
Strategies and Best Management Practices for Protection of Cultural
Resources
When artifacts are discovered in urban or rural areas, it is essential to follow proper procedures and Best
Management Practices (BMPs) to protect cultural resources. Any discovery should be reported immediately to local
authorities and relevant cultural resource management professionals.
Construction or excavation activities should be halted in the vicinity of the find to prevent further disturbance.
BMPs for protecting cultural resources include conducting thorough site assessments prior to project initiation,
implementing monitoring programs during ground-disturbing activities, and providing training to workers on the
importance and procedures for handling artifacts.
Additionally, developing preservation plans, employing non-invasive techniques for excavation, and collaborating
with local communities and indigenous groups to respect cultural significance are crucial practices. Protecting
these resources involves documenting finds accurately, storing them properly, and ensuring access is controlled
to prevent vandalism or theft. Adhering to these practices helps safeguard our historical and cultural heritage for
future generations.
For more detailed guidance, you can refer to resources such as the National Park Service's guidelines on cultural
resource management.
Develop Community Awareness
1. Public Education and Outreach:
Hosting lectures, workshops, and tours to educate residents and visitors about Buckeye’s history and the
importance of preservation. Collaborating with schools and local organizations to integrate historic topics
into educational programs.
Guided Historical Walks: Offer regular guided walking tours through historic areas of Buckeye, such as
Old Town Buckeye and the Monroe Avenue Historic District. These tours can be themed around different
historical periods or significant events.
Self-Guided Tour Booklets: Provide printed and digital booklets for self-guided tours, including historical
information and interesting facts about key landmarks and sites.
Traveling Exhibitions: Develop traveling exhibitions that can be displayed in schools, libraries, and
community centers. These can cover various aspects of Buckeye’s history and culture.
Pop-Up Museums: Set up temporary pop-up museums in different locations around Buckeye to reach
broader audiences. These pop-ups can feature rotating exhibits and interactive displays.
2. Documentation and Archival:
Documenting and archiving historical records, photographs, and artifacts to create a comprehensive
historical repository accessible for research and educational purposes.
3. Cultural Events and Festivals:
Organizing events such as Pioneer Days and other heritage festivals that celebrate Buckeye’s history and
promote community engagement with preservation efforts.
Annual Buckeye Heritage Festival: Host an annual festival celebrating Buckeye’s history and culture with
activities such as re-enactments, traditional music and dance performances, historical exhibits, and food
from different cultural backgrounds.
Cultural Community Days: Organize events that highlight the diverse cultural heritage of Buckeye’s
residents, featuring traditional crafts, foods, music, and storytelling from various cultural groups.
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Summary
The City of Buckeye has a rich past that can be seen in the community to this day. Efforts to preserve historic
buildings and resources must be strengthened to stand the test of time. The Buckeye Main Street Coalition
has been a leader in identifying the need for preservation of downtown buildings, and the city has acquired
the Buckeye Valley Museum building and taken several steps to identify, educate, and promote historic and
cultural resources throughout the community.
Buckeye has made significant strides in historic preservation, with several notable
achievements over the past decade:
Restoration of Key Landmarks
Successful restoration projects have revitalized historic buildings and landmarks, such as the
renovation of the Old Buckeye Canal system, preserving the city’s agricultural legacy.
Public Engagement
Increased public engagement and participation in preservation projects through community
events, educational programs, and volunteer efforts have strengthened the collective
commitment to safeguarding Buckeye’s heritage.
Preservation of Archaeological Resources
Preservation of Archaeological resources within Skyline Regional Park and the White Tank
Mountains and participation in the El Rio planning efforts for conservation of the Gila River.
Preserve Archaeological Resources
Preserving the archaeological resources of the Hohokam
period in Buckeye is crucial for maintaining a connection
to the past. Strategies for preservation include regulatory
protections, conducting thorough surveys, engaging the
community through education, and collaborating with
Native American tribes and preservation organizations.
By protecting these sites, we honor the heritage and
contributions of the Hohokam people.
1. Comprehensive Surveys and Inventories:
• Perform detailed archaeological surveys to
identify and record existing sites.
• Create an inventory of archaeological resources in
consultation with the State Historic Preservation
Office (SHPO). Utilize SHPO resources to view
previous surveys.
• Maintain an updated inventory of these sites
for reference in development planning and
conservation efforts.
• Inventory and record other sites in the mountain
ranges and along rivers and major washes.
• Implement digital databases for efficient
management and accessibility of archaeological
data.
2. Protective Legislation and Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with existing laws such as
the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA),
Arizona Antiquities Act, and others applicable to
archaeological resources.
• Advocate for local ordinances that provide
additional protection to archaeological sites.
3. Collaboration with Native American Tribes:
• Work closely with the Native American tribes
whose heritage includes the archaeological sites
in Buckeye.
• Respect their insights, knowledge, and cultural
practices in preservation efforts.
4. Site Management and Monitoring:
• Encourage other land managers, such as Arizona
State Land Department, Arizona Game and Fish
Department, etc., to work with the Arizona Site
Stewards program to monitor sites if found on
their property. Sponsored by the SHPO, the
program uses volunteers to keep an eye on
sites that are in danger of vandalism or natural
deterioration.
• Encourage the Verrado property petroglyph site
to enter into an agreement with the Arizona Site
Stewards so the cultural sites can be added to the
volunteer group’s monitoring inventory.
• Conduct additional surveys in the northern
portion of Skyline Regional Park utilizing
state-wide resources, including the Arizona
Archaeological Council, the Arizona
Archaeological Society, and the Arizona Site
Stewards.
• Develop and implement site management plans
that include regular monitoring to prevent
vandalism, looting, and natural deterioration.
• Use barrier fencing, signage, and surveillance
where necessary to protect vulnerable sites.
5. Sustainable Development Practices:
• Integrate archaeological considerations into
urban planning and development processes.
• Require archaeological assessments and impact
studies before approving new developments.
• Create and formalize policies relating to the
protection and preservation of archaeological
resources. Such policies should address how to
minimize the threat of vandalism, graffiti, looting,
and theft of cultural resource sites.
• Work with landowners to establish conservation
easements that protect archaeological sites from
future development.
• Amend the Zoning Ordinance to provide
specific requirements for the identification and
preservation of archaeological resources to
ensure current and future public and private
development protect and preserve these
resources.
6. Education:
• Provide educational materials to visitors of
Skyline Regional Park on the cultural resources
found in the park and the Hohokam people who
created them.
These initiatives will help foster a strong
sense of community identity and pride,
encouraging residents to actively participate
in preserving and celebrating their
city’s unique history.
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Level of Service and Mapping
Introduction
Level of Service (LOS) standards are guidelines that define service areas based on population that support
investment decisions related to parks, facilities, and amenities. LOS standards are updated over time as
industry trends and community demographics change.
The consulting team evaluated park facility standards using a combination of resources. These resources
included market trends, demographic data, community and stakeholder input, the statistically valid
community survey, and general observations. The existing LOS detailed on the following page is based on
current inventory and an analysis of the park system and other service providers in the City (e.g., School
Districts, Homeowner Associations, private providers, etc.) . This information allowed standards to be
customized to Buckeye.
It is important to note that these LOS standards should be viewed as a guide. The standards are to be coupled
with conventional wisdom and judgment related to the particular situation and needs of the community.
By applying these standards to the population of Buckeye, gaps or surpluses in park and facility types are
revealed.
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Level of Service Analysis
The 2024 plan included inventory and analysis of both City owned and HOA developed parks within Buckeye.
In total there are 600 acres of parks in Buckeye between City of Buckeye public parks (129 acres) and HOA-
owned private parks (501 acres).
The acres for regional parks, including the City of Buckeye Skyline Regional Park, the Maricopa County Parks,
and the Sonoran Desert National Monument were not included in the assessment since these parks are
conservation parks and mountain preserves and consist mainly of undeveloped open space.
Developed Park Acreage Service Levels
The National Parks and Recreation Association (NRPA) provides guidance for developed park acreage per
1,000 residents with a median of 7 acres of parks per 1,000 residents.
The 2024 Parks and Recreation Master Plan has identified the standard of providing 8 acres of parks per 1,000
residents as developed with City leadership. The 8 acres of developed park land per 1,000 residents was
further broken down as follows:
8.9 acres
of Park
Land
1,000
Residents
NRPA Median
8 acres
of Park
Land
1,000
Residents
Buckeye’s Goal
How do we
get there?
City: 4
Acres per
1,000
Residents
HOA: 4
Acres per
1,000
Residents
8 Acres
per 1,000
Residents
Currently at 4.7 developed park acres
Per 1,000 residents
Currently at 0.54 developed park acres
Per 1,000 residents
Benchmark Analysis
The City conducted a benchmark analysis as part of this plan that included seeking information from
representative municipalities. Buckeye’s data was also benchmarked against the other municipalities to
determine whether the City adequately provides municipal parks for residents to use. It is important to note
that the data collected from the other jurisdictions does not include parks provided by private homeowner’s
associations and only includes those parks owned and maintained by the cities and towns.
The following table provides the benchmarking totals for the levels of service provided for developed parks
per 1,000 residents. The representative municipal agencies included: Boulder Parks and Recreation, Casa
Grande Parks and Recreation, Glendale Parks and Recreation, Goodyear Parks and Recreation, Avondale
Parks and Recreation, and Peoria Parks and Recreation.
Agency
Population
Total Acreage of
Developed Parks
Less 2 Acres
Total Acreage of
Developed Parks
3 - 15 Acres
Total Acreage of
Developed Parks
16-50 Acres
Total Acreage of
Developed Parks
over 51 Acres
Total Developed
Acres/1,000
Residents*
Avondale Parks and Recreation
95,509
3.9
26.2
42.8
134.1
2.2
Boulder Parks and Recreation
108,250
28.35
169.1
236.49
423.53
7.92
Buckeye Community Services
119,110
6.55
7.39
47.76
68
1.09
Casa Grande Parks and Recreation
66,949
10.78
70.5
76.7
535
10.00
Glendale Parks and Recreation
252,136
6.3
318
100.4
537.1
3.81
Goodyear Parks and Recreation
111,508
4
53
190
0
2.22
Peoria Parks and Recreation
199,424
0
237.56
61.68
349.75
3.25
*Note: Does not include special use areas.
Agency
Number
of Indoor
Recreation
Facilities
Total Indoor
Recreation
Facilities Square
Footage
Number of
Outdoor Aquatic
Centers/Pools
Total Outdoor
Aquatic Center/
Pool Square
Footage
Indoor
Recreation
Square Footage
Per 1,000
Residents
Outdoor Aquatic
Centers Square
Feet Per 1,000
Residents
Avondale Parks and Recreation
2
90,500.00
1
16,944.00
947.55
177.41
Boulder Parks and Recreation
3
150,950.00
5
121,104.00
1,394.46
1,118.74
Buckeye Community Services
3
22,345.00
1
7,500.00
187.60
62.97
Casa Grande Parks and Recreation
3
100,200.00
1
11,967.00
1.496.00
178.75
Glendale Parks and Recreation
5
121,648.00
2
24,176.00
482.47
95.88
Goodyear Parks and Recreation
2
50,000.00
2
105,910.00
448.40
949.80
Peoria Parks and Recreation
1
42,000.00
3
40,156.00
210.61
110.32
Currently at 1.09 developed park
acres per 1,000 residents
Jurisdictions with populations
between 100,000 to 250,000.
Currently at 4.2 developed park acres
per 1,000 residents
The following table provides benchmarking totals for indoor recreation facilities and aquatic facilities.
Buckeye is last in indoor recreation square footage and aquatic facilities square footage when compared to
the benchmarking communities.
Benchmarking Developed Park
Acrea / 1,000 Residents
Benchmarking Indoor Recreation
Facilities and Aquatics Facilities
7 acres
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Conservation Park Acres per 1,000 Residents
In comparing level of service for conservation parks and mountain preserves Skyline Regional Park provides
the City with 8,675 acres for its 119,110 residents or 73 acres of conservation parks per 1,000 residents. Buckeye
is the highest in providing conservation park acreage per 1,000 residents among the benchmark agencies.
Benchmarking Amenities – Athletic Fields and Sport Courts
The following tables provide comparison analysis amongst the valley wide cities for athletic fields and sports
courts. The tables provide the current population per court and field. The higher the number of people per
field or court means the fewer number of these amenities are provided. When looking at sport fields, Buckeye
is the third highest amongst the valley agencies in providing diamond fields and sixth highest in providing
multi-use fields. For court sports, Buckeye is last in providing outdoor basketball courts, sand volleyball
courts and the city does not currently provide any tennis or pickleball courts.
City
Acres
Population
Acres per 1,000 Residents
Boulder, CO
823
108,250
8
Buckeye
8,675
119,110
73
Casa Grande
293
66,949
4
Glendale
1,112
252,136
4
Peoria
3,100
199,424
16
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Desired Level of Service for Amenities and Parks
Since the 2016 Parks and Recreation Master Plan, the city has more than doubled in population from 57,000
residents to 119,110 residents. Currently, the city provides 1.09 acres of parks per 1,000 residents.
To determine Buckeye’s desired level of service standards, the City used information gleaned from the survey
issued to the jurisdictions in Maricopa County on the number of park acres, facilities and amenities. In
addition, the city gathered information from the National Recreation and Parks Association. The following
table provides a comparison of level of services amongst the benchmarking cities as well as the other
agency findings.
Benchmarking - Athletic Fields
Athletic
Fields
Buckeye
Benchmark
Median
1 Field per
“X”
Population
Avondale
Chandler
Gilbert
Glendale
Goodyear
Peoria
Scottsdale
Multi-Use
Diamond Field
14,889
16,873
18,471
25,405
39,019
16,642
17,670
9,282
12,138
Multi-Use Fields
17,015
13,471
10,261
12,703
9,105
15,602
17,670
27,845
11,034
Benchmarking - Sport Courts
Athletic
Fields
Buckeye
Benchmark
Median
1 Field per
“X”
Population
Avondale
Chandler
Gilbert
Glendale
Goodyear
Peoria
Scottsdale
Outdoor
Basketball Court
17.015
10,029
8,396
6,986
22,761
4,418
10,602
5,569
7,706
Outdoor
Pickleball Court
0
19,826
11,544
31,051
17,071
83,210
10,602
13,923
11,034
Outdoor Tennis Court
0
11,885
18,471
11,178
39,019
6,934
17,670
9,282
4,414
Outdoor Sand
Volleyball Court
29.777
24,597
92,353
7,985
18,209
5,673
13,252
48,729
5,395
Desired Level of Service Comparison Matrix
Amenity
City of Buckeye
Existing
Level of Service
Valley-Wide
Average Level
of Service*
Benchmarking
Valley-Wide
Median Level
of Service*
National
Recreation
and Parks
Association**
City of Buckeye
Desired
Level of Service
Multi-Use Diamond Fields
1 Per 14,889
Residents
1 Per 8,000
Residents
1 Per 16,873
Residents
1 Per 6,821
Residents
1 Per 12,000
Residents
Multi-Use Fields
1 Per 17,015
Residents
1 Per 13,000
Residents
1 Per 13,471
Residents
1 Per 7.375
Residents
1 Per 13,000
Residents
Outdoor Basketball Court
1 Per 17,015
Residents***
1 Per 10,000
Residents
1 Per 10,029
Residents
1 Per 9,643
Residents
1 Per 10,000
Residents
Outdoor Pickleball Court
0
1 Per 8,300
Residents
1 Per 19,826
Residents
1 Per 20,244
Residents
1 Per 10,000
Residents
Outdoor Tennis Court
0
1 Per 8,300
Residents
1 Per 11,885
Residents
1 Per 8,731
Residents
1 Per 10,000
Residents
Outdoor Sand Volleyball
Court
1 Per 29,777
Residents
1 Per 8,300
Residents
1 Per 24,597
Residents
1 Per 46,517
Residents
1 Per 10,000
Residents
Playgrounds
1 Per 19,852
Residents
1 Per 8,000
Residents
1 Per 13,276
Residents
1 Per 5,016
Residents
1 Per 8,000
Residents
Ramadas
1 Per 4,107
Residents
1 Per 4,000
Residents
1 Per 7,407
Residents
N/A
1 Per 4,000
Residents
Swimming Pools
1 Per 119,110
Residents
1 Per 46,000
Residents
1 Per 111,780
Residents
1 Per 65,697
Residents
1 Per 50,000
Residents
Recreation Center/
Multi-Generational Center/
Community Center
1 Per 39,703
Residents
1 Per 50,500
Residents
1 Per 62.000
Residents
1 Per 57,750
Residents
1 Per 50,000
Residents
Dog Park
1 Per 119,110
Residents
1 per 91,000
Residents
1 Per 90,760
Residents
N/A
1 Per 30,000
Residents
Park Acres
1.09 Acres Per
1,000 Residents
3.8 Acres Per
1,000 Residents
3.7 Acres Per
1,000 Residents
7 Acres Per 1,000
Population
4 Acres Per 1,000
Residents
*From 2022 City of Chandler Parks and Recreation Master Plan
**From NRPA Performance Review Report
*** Includes the 3 courts at 6th Street Plaza
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Buckeye is comprised of several master planned communities which include HOA developed parks. The
following table compares similar valley cites and the total developed park acreage for both agency and HOA
parks. Each of these agencies utilize both City and HOA developed park acreage when defining the current
level of service for developed park acreage per 1,000 residents. The table provides a comparison of the
current and recommended service levels for developed park acreage per 1,000 residents.
Developed Park Acreage - City and HOA Parks
Agency
City
Inventory
(Acres)
HOA/Other
Inventory
(Acres)
Total
Inventory
(Acres)
Current %
of Inventory
Provided By
City
Current Level
of Service
Recommended
Service Levels
Casa Grande
693
551
1,244
56%
22.1 Acres Per
1,000 Residents
19 Acres Per
1,000 Residents
Chandler
1,486
801
2,287
65%
8.2 Acres Per
1,000 Residents
8.5 Acres Per
1,000 Residents
Goodyear
254
449
703
36%
6.6 Acres Per
1,000 Residents
8.8 Acres Per
1,000 Residents
Buckeye
129
508
637
20%
5.3 Acres Per
1,000 Residents
8 Acres Per
1,000 Residents
Per Capita “Gaps”
According to the LOS, the largest area of need to properly serve the Buckeye community today is the
development of parks. The residential and park development history of Buckeye is unique in that there is
a strong presence of planned neighborhoods that have parks built into them for their residents that are
managed by each homeowner association. By virtue of this strategy, the City has heavily relied on private
developers to establish pocket and neighborhood parks throughout the community. It is expected this
strategy will continue with the burden of providing pocket and neighborhood parks in particular with private
developers and homeowner associations in the years to come.
The recommended NRPA LOS standard for total developed parklands in a community is eight (8.9) acres
per 1,000 residents. This includes all pocket, neighborhood, community, and regional parks. While in most
municipalities, the city itself would strive to meet this standard with its own inventory of parks, Buckeye is
different. The City of Buckeye is pursuing a shared target standard of eight (8) acres per 1,000 residents with
the private development master planned communities providing four (4) acres per 1,000 residents, primarily
through pocket and neighborhood parks, and the City striving to provide the other four (4) acres per 1,000
residents over time via community parks and large sports complexes. Given where the city is today with
meeting this standard and the projected population growth of Buckeye, this is likely to require up to 30 years
to achieve.
The standards that follow are based upon population projection figures for 2024, 2034, 2039, 2044, and 2054.
Focus on Community and Regional Parks
With the unique approach of Buckeye to reach a LOS of eight (8) acres per 1,000 residents including four (4)
of those acres coming from private development of parks in neighborhoods, there is an important strategy
the city must take to ensure the right mix of parks in the future. Private development most commonly will
be focused on pocket and neighborhood park development in and around residential areas being planned
and constructed. While it is possible, it is more difficult to incentivize private developers to develop larger
community or regional parks that would be required to serve more than just residents of a particular
neighborhood or area. Therefore, it is a recommendation of this master plan that the City focus on utilizing
its resources for the development of these community and regional assets and leave the majority of pocket
and neighborhood park development to private residential developers. Additionally, the majority of current
residents of Buckeye that do not live within a neighborhood with a privately developed and managed
neighborhood park are within close proximity to the existing neighborhood parks owned and managed by the
City in downtown Buckeye.
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Level of Service Mapping
The following maps provide the City and HOA park coverage for neighborhood (1/2-mile service radius) and
community parks (2.5 mile service radius). The first map provides an overall view of the city. The second map
dipicts coverage south of I-10, the third map shows north of I-10 and the fourth map shows the Festival Ranch area.
Buckeye Parks Distance Map
Buckeye, Arizona
CITY COMMUNITY PARKS - 2 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
HOA COMMUNITY PARKS - 2 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
HOA NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS - 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
12 Miles
6 Miles
3 Miles
0 Miles
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Buckeye Parks Distance Map
Buckeye, Arizona
CITY COMMUNITY PARKS - 2 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
HOA COMMUNITY PARKS - 2 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
HOA NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS - 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
3 Miles
1.5 Miles
.75 Miles
0 Miles
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Buckeye Parks Distance Map
Buckeye, Arizona
CITY COMMUNITY PARKS - 2 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
HOA COMMUNITY PARKS - 2 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
HOA NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS - 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
3 Miles
1.5 Mile
.75 Miles
0 Miles
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Buckeye Parks Distance Map
Buckeye, Arizona
CITY COMMUNITY PARKS - 2 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
HOA COMMUNITY PARKS - 2 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
HOA NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS - 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
1.3 Miles
.65 Mile
.33 Miles
0 Miles
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Buckeye Parks Distance Map
Buckeye, Arizona
CITY COMMUNITY PARKS - 2 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
HOA COMMUNITY PARKS - 2 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
HOA NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS - 1/2 MILE SERVICE AREA
1.3 Miles
.65 Mile
.33 Miles
0 Miles
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Desired Level of Service for Park Acres and Amenities - Step Approach Over 30 Years
Amenity
City of
Buckeye
Desired
Level of
Service
Current
Number
Provided
Existing
Need 2025
Existing
Need 2030
Existing
Need 2035
Existing
Need 2040
Existing Need
2045**
Existing Need
2055**
Total
Number of
Facilities
in 2054
QTY
Population Population Population Population
Population
Population
119,110
158,230
186,893
227,928
268,963
309,998
Multi-Use Diamond Fields
1 Per 12,000
Residents
8
2
3
2
3
3
3
26
EA
Large Rectangular Field
1 Per 13,000
Residents
7
2
3
2
3
3
3
24
EA
Outdoor Basketball Court
1 Per 10,000
Residents
5
7
4
3
4
4
4
31
EA
Outdoor Pickleball Court
1 Per 10,000
Residents
0
12
4
3
4
4
4
31
EA
Outdoor Tennis Court
1 Per 10,000
Residents
0
12
4
3
4
4
4
31
EA
Outdoor Sand Volleyball
Court
1 Per 10,000
Residents
4
8
4
3
4
4
4
31
EA
Playgrounds
1 Per 8,000
Residents
6
9
5
3
6
5
14
48
EA
Ramadas
1 Per 4,000
Residents
29
0
11
7
10
10
10
77
EA
Swimming Pools
1 Per 50,000
Residents
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
EA
Recreation Center /
Multi-Generational Center /
Community Center
1 Per 50,000
Residents
3
0
0
0
1
1
1
6
EA
Dog Park
1 Per 30,000
Residents
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
10
EA
Park Acres
4 Acres Per
1,000 Residents
129.69
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224
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339
1242
Acres
Step Approach to Level of Service Year
1.6
2025
2.15
2035
2.75
2040
3.35
2045
4
2055
*Note - Theses numbers assume the previous identified provision of additional park acres is met.
It becomes apparent the scale of pursuing a total of four (4) acres per 1,000 residents as a LOS goal when just
the growth from 1.09 to 1.6 acres per 1,000 residents requires an additional 27.07 acres of developed parkland
today based on the 2024 population.
It is recommended that the phased, or “stair-stepped”, approach the City takes to achieve a total level of
service of four (4) acres per 1,000 residents follow these projected targets:
Year
Target Level of Service of Developed Parkland
2025
1.60 acres / 1,000 residents
2035
2.15 acres / 1,000 residents
2040
2.75 acres / 1,000 residents
2045
3.35 acres / 1,000 residents
2055
4.00 acres / 1,000 residents
The table below and the graph that follows indicate the total quantity of additional acres of developed
parklands that would be required to meet these LOS targets based on the current 2024 inventory of parks.
*Additional acres from 2024 current inventory
**Based on 2039 population projections; 20- and 30-year projections are not available
Target Years Level of Service and Acreage
2025
2035
2040
2045**
2050**
LOS = Acres/1,000
1.6
2.15
2.75
3.35
4
Total Additional Acres*
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Phased Approach to Target Level of Service
As noted previously, it will most likely require as long as 30 years for the City of Buckeye to acquire and
develop enough parks within the community to reach the level of service standard of four (4) acres per
1,000 residents.
When only evaluating the current LOS of developed parks owned and managed by the City, that metric
is 1.09 acres per 1,000 residents based on the 2024 population. Similarly, the total current inventory of
HOA parks is 4.25 acres per 1,000 residents in 2024. It is recommended that the first phase of the City’s
approach in increasing their LOS targets to a total of 1.6 acres per 1,000 residents. This realistic and attainable
short-term goal will get the City closer to achieving a level of service more attuned to other adjacent
communities like Goodyear and Avondale who provide 2.22 and 2.08 acres per 1,000 respectively. These
inventories and LOS calculations are noted in the table below. The yellow highlighted cells indicate the
current LOS by both the City of Buckeye and private HOAs within Buckeye, as well as the target LOS, and acres
required to meet that metric.
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Current Level of Service
Overall, the City of Buckeye has dropped from providing 1.34 acres of developed park area per 1,000 residents
in 2016 to providing 1.09 acres of developed park area per 1,000 residents in 2024. While the HOA communities
mainly provide pocket and neighborhood parks, the City’s focus will be in providing community parks.
Level of Service Standards for Public City Parks and Private
HOA Parks
The City of Buckeye’s desired level of service for parks will be 4 acres of parks per 1,000 residents. The
majority of the City’s parks shall be provided through larger community parks and municipal sports parks.
Private HOA Parks will be provided through required set asides for residential developments. Typical medium
density residential development will be required to provide 5% of gross acreage for parks, which roughly equates
to 4 acres of parks per 1,000. The majority of HOA parks will be pocket and neighborhood parks: however larger
developments in excess of 2,000 housing units will be required to provide larger community parks.
Combining City of Buckeye level of service standards and requirements for residential developments, the
City of Buckeye will provide approximately 8 acres of parks per 1,000 residents. The 8 acres of parks per 1,000
residents is closely in-line with the average number of acres of parkland per 1,000 population as per the
National Parks and Recreation Association guidance which identifies the median to be 8.9 acres of parks per
1,000 residents.
Level of Service Stepped Approach
The plan has identified a stepped approach over 30 years to acquire and develop enough parks within the City
to reach the level of service standard of four (4) acres per 1,000 residents.
Buckeye Developed Park Level of Service Projections
1.60
2.15
2.75
3.35
4.00
2025
2035
2040
2045*
2055**
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275
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LOS = Acres/1,000 Total Additional Acres*
0.00
0.50
1.00
1.50
2.00
2.50
3.00
3.50
4.00
4.50
0
100
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
Acres per/1,000 Residents
Additional Acres
* Based on current inventory
** Notes: Uses 2039 Projected Population
200
Statistically Valid Survey Results
• 80% of residents support identifying and acquiring land to develop more city parks
• 84% of residents support developing new indoor recreation facilities
What We Heard
“We need more centralized aquatic center/recreation center. Buckeye is so large and
driving out to the current center is too far.”
“I would love to se a Buckeye sports complex that can provide year-round sports
opportunities and host tournaments.”
“Please invest in the communities in the far west and historic Buckeye areas. We have
no close recreation areas and the park areas available to us lack amenities.”
Most Supported Key Recommendations:
• Partner and co-locate future schools with land for a community park, recreation center, and aquatics
facility
• Work with developers on opportunities to construct parks in master planned communities that could be
conveyed to the city
• Create a shared use performing arts space
City Has Taken the Following Steps to Meet this Need
• Acquisition of 100-acres near Teravalis
• City owns a 40-acre parcel along the Gila River for potential future park development
• Westpark Community Park (8 acres by developer and 17 acres by City)
Additional Opportunities for Land Acquisition or Joint Use
• Parcels identified in North Zone Community Park Site Assessment
• Flood Retaining Structure 4 (FRS4)
• Opportunity at proposed development at the “The Landing”
• BLM land north of I-10 at Miller Road
• Municipal Campus with Multi-Gen Center, Pool, Library and Park
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Chapter 9:
Land Acquisition and Future Parks
Introduction
The anticipated growth of the city over 640 square miles of jurisdictional area continues to be a significant
challenge for the City’s Community Services Department. A key next step is to evaluate locations where parks
and recreation facilities should be located to address needs.
• The approach to utilize a stair-stepped process over the next 30 years to meet the level of service goals
requires the development of a diversified land portfolio to provide options through partnerships in
addition to private land holding purchases by the City.
• The development of the master planned communities will continue to play an important part of
providing usable and programmable park space to achieve the identified level of service goals.
• The City has placed a concerted effort through this master plan process to identify programming and
amenity needs specific to the seven planning areas of the city. Moving forward, this information will be
utilized by the department with the development community to continue to identify opportunities for
park amenities to specifically meet these identified community needs.
• This section will also identify potential partnerships and their associated processes in addition to the
development community for potential land use options.
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It is recommended to
evaluate current City of
Buckeye-owned property
and other available agency
lands in the seven city
planning areas. Additional
agency options include
the Arizona State Land
Department (ASLD), the
Flood Control District of
Maricopa County (FCDMC),
and Bureau of Land
Management (BLM). Another
option for land acquisition
is purchasing property
from private land holdings;
however, this is usually the
most expensive option for
land acquisition. Properties
identified for acquisition
may undergo different
processes depending on the
land owner.
The following map provides
a current view of land
ownership within the City of
Buckeye jurisdictional limits.
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NORTHERN AVE
BETHANY HOME RD
CAMELBACK RD
INDIAN SCHOOL RD
THOMAS RD
MCDOWELL RD
VAN BUREN ST
YUMA RD
LOWER BUCKEYE RD
BROADWAY RD
SOUTHERN AVE
BASELINE RD
BELOAT RD
RIGGS RD
KOMATKE RD
ELLIOT RD
NARRAMORE RD
RAY RD
OLIVE RD
CACTUS RD
WADDELL RD
GREENWAY RD
BELL RD
SUN VALLEY PKWY
DEER VALLEY RD
HAPPY VALLEY RD
PINNACLE PEAK RD
JOMAX RD
PATTON RD
DIXILETA DR
LONE MOUNTAIN RD
DOVE VALLEY RD
BLACK MOUNTAIN RD
CAREFREE HWY
PERRYVILLE RD
JACKRABBIT TRL
VERRADO WAY
DEAN RD
RAINBOW RD
WATSON RD
APACHE RD
MILLER RD
ROOKS RD
TURNER RD
WILSON AVE
PALO VERDE RD
BRUNER RD
JOHNSON RD
315TH AVE
319TH AVE
White Tank Mountain
Regional Park
Skyline
Regional Park
Estrella
Mountain
Regional Park
Buckeye Hills
Regional Park
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Gila River
Buckeye Irrigation Distict Canal
Roosevelt I
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Ca
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Sonoran Desert
Na onal Monument
Buckeye Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Public Lands & Trails
Buckeye Planning Area
Buckeye Planning Area
Maricopa County Regional Parks
National Monument
FEMA Floodway
City Parks
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Surface Management Areas
Bureau of Land Management
Bureau of Reclamation
County
Local or State Parks
Military
FCDMC
State Land
State Wildlife Area
US Fish and Wildlife Service
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Land Options
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Arizona State Land Department (ASLD)
The mission of the ASLD is to manage state trust lands and resources to enhance value and optimize
economic return for the trust beneficiaries, consistent with sound stewardship, conservation, and business
management principles supporting socioeconomic goals for citizens here today and generations yet to come.
The mission is also to manage and provide support for resource conservation programs for the well being of
the public and state’s natural environment.
Any identified ASLD-held property would require the City to initiate the auction process directly with ASLD.
The ASLD auction process requires the City to provide the following technical documents for the subject
property to initiate the auction process:
• American Land Title Association (ALTA) survey – This is a survey of the property which identifies
property boundaries, easements, and title ownership.
• Phase 1 Environmental Assessment Report – This report documents any environmental concerns
with the subject property.
• Category III Cultural Technical Report – This report documents any cultural findings associated with
the subject property.
Once the technical documents have been completed and submitted to ASLD, a land appraisal will be
completed for the property. The ASLD Board of Appeals will review the technical documents with the land
appraisal. The timeline for the auction process from development of required technical documents and ASLD
auction process and award could be as long as 12 to 16 months.
School District
The City has been and will continue to be a partner with several of the school districts to provide shared-
use facilities benefiting both the community and the students. This collaboration aims to maximize the
efficient use of available resources by co-developing and utilizing park and school district facilities for various
recreational and educational purposes. With new development and master plan communities there are
opportunities for both the school district and City to work together to look at joint-use facilities with new
school developments in order to maximize space and take a smart approach to growth.
Flood Control District of Maricopa County (FCDMC)
The FCDMC has encouraged partnering with municipalities to provide recreation joint use within drainage
facilities throughout Maricopa County. To provide, develop, or utilize existing FCDMC facilities for recreational
purposes, the City would need to first approach the FCDMC with an initial site plan through the FCDMC pre-
application process. The City would need to enter into an IGA with the District. Typically, the IGA provides the
City with a no-cost, nonexclusive Recreational Use Easement over the identified FCDMC property. Typical uses
through the IGA include construction, maintenance, and operation of parks, landscaping, fencing, signage,
lighting, and other compatible recreational uses and related appurtenant facilities or improvements for the
use and enjoyment of the public. Construction of recreational amenities will be at no cost to the FCDMC and
requires their approval prior to start of construction. First and foremost, the site must maintain its primary
function as a flood control facility.
The following are typical requirements usually identified within an IGA with the District:
• All recreation amenities to, or within, the easement area shall require a FCDMC Right-of-Way permit prior
to the start of construction.
• The City shall be responsible for design, all permits and inspections, utility relocations, construction,
construction management, operation and maintenance, and all costs associated with modifying the
contouring and grading of the easement area for permitted uses.
• Provide an operation and maintenance plan for all operation and maintenance activities for the review
and approval of the FCDMC.
• Final inspection of the recreational amenities with the FCDMC shall be required of the City once
construction is completed.
• The FCDMC shall be allowed unrestricted access to the Easement Area including for the purpose of
sediment removal, structural repair, and replacement of flood control features, and periodic inspections,
as the FCDMC deems necessary.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
The BLM is a federal agency whose mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands
for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.
The City previously worked with BLM with the development of Skyline Regional Park which is within land
owned by the BLM. The City submitted a Recreation and Public Purpose lease application to BLM in 2002 for
access to the 8,675 acres for Skyline Regional Park. The lease allows the City to utilize the land for park use.
As part of the BLM application, the City was required to complete an Environmental Assessment and Plan of
Development as part of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). In 2010, the City entered a 25-year, no
cost lease agreement with BLM. The lease is scheduled to end in 2035, in which the BLM can renew the lease
with the City.
In 2016, the City of Buckeye submitted another lease application to the BLM for two parcels that are each
320 acres for a total of 640 acres. If the lease application is approved upon completion of required studies,
the City will be able to construct a trailhead and related amenities on the east side of the park, adjacent to
the Verrado community. The trailheads will provide connectivity to the existing 22+ miles of trails in Skyline
Regional Park.
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Previous Studies
PLANNED COMMUNITIES :
Parks
Festival Ranch
Spurlock Ranch
Teravalis
Sun Valley Villages
Trillium West
Sun Valley Area
Montiere
Sun Valley South
Valle Del Rio
Tartesso West
Elianto
Valle Del Sol
Tartesso
Mountain View Business
Sienna Hills
Verrado
Zanjero Trails
The City completed previous site selection studies that identified potential agency partnerships for lands
owned by master planned communities, State Trust Land, BLM, school districts, and private land sales to
build a diversified portfolio for future community park sites. A similar study should be completed to evaluate
opportunities for land acquisition in areas south of I-10 and north of the Gila River.
City of Buckeye North Zone Community Park Feasibility Study, May 2021
The City completed a comprehensive feasibility assessment to identify future site selection opportunities
for community parks north of the I-10. The City continues to experience growth throughout, but more so
within the area north of the I-10. As identified in the following map, several master planned communities are
currently in the City’s planning queue.
The North Zone study evaluated five potential sites which included site analysis for the City to determine the
best location for a future community park. The study resulted in the City purchasing 100 acres of property for
a future community park.
Skyline
Regional Park
Skyline
Regional Park
Sun Valley Parkway
Sun Valley Parkway
Indian School Road
CAP Canal
Hassayampa River
CAP Canal
Indian School Road
Camelback Road
Bethany Home Road
Northern Avenue
Sun Valley Villages I & II
Festival Ranch
Spurlock Ranch
Trillium West
Sun Valley
Area Plan
Sun Valley South
Tartesso
Verrado
Sienna
Hills
Tartesso West
Elianto
Tonopah Salome Highway
White Tank
Mountain
Regional Park
Sun Valley Parkway
Sun Valley Parkway
Indian School Road
Hassayampa Road
Hassayampa Road
Palo Verde Road
Palo Verde Road
CAP Canal
City Limits
City Limits
City Limits
City Limits
City Limits
City Limits
Hassayampa River
CAP Canal
Indian School Road
McDowell Road
McDowell Road
Verrado Way
Verrado Way
Watson Road
Watson Road
Miller Road
Miller Road
Camelback Road
Bethany Home Road
Northern Avenue
Sun Valley Villages I & II
Festival Ranch
Spurlock Ranch
Trillium West
Maricopa Trail
Maricopa Trail
Maricopa Trail
Maricopa Trail
Teravalis
Sun Valley
Area Plan
Sun Valley South
State Trust Land
State Trust Land
BLM Land
BLM Land
Flood Control Land
Flood Control Land
Tartesso
Verrado
Sienna
Hills
Tartesso West
Elianto
Tonopah Salome Highway
White Tank
Mountain
Regional Park
MILITARY
RES.
MILITARY
RES.
Master Planned Communities
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The proposed Northern Community site locations evaluated several key elements. The process involved
evaluating potential sites in relation to the site programming along with location to existing and future
planned communities, compatibility to adjacent properties, site access and available infrastructure and
impact to the existing environment. The site selection study developed a method to evaluate the sites and to
determine future Northern Community Park locations that best meet the city’s needs.
Continue to Partner with Developers and Homeowners’
Associations (HOAs)
Buckeye continues to work with developers and homeowner associations (HOAs) to enhance the development
of community parks within master planned communities. These collaborations involve developers and
HOAs initially designing, funding, and building parks within residential communities, ensuring they meet the
recreational and aesthetic needs of residents. It is important for the Development Services and Community
Services Departments to work together with the developers early in the planning process to provide input for
these proposed parks and community spaces.
Once the parks are established, they may be conveyed to the city of Buckeye. This transfer process involves
the city assuming responsibility for long-term maintenance and upkeep, ensuring that the parks remain
safe, functional, and enjoyable for the public. Through these
partnerships, Buckeye leverages the expertise and resources
of developers and HOAs to create high-quality public spaces,
fostering community engagement and improving the overall
quality of life for residents. This model not only promotes
effective land use planning but also ensures that parks are
thoughtfully integrated into the fabric of the city’s neighborhoods,
providing vibrant and accessible recreational areas for all.
The City can negotiate with developers for parks in excess of
15 acres if it is supported by the developer. Impact fee credits
for any parks conveyed to the City will be negotiated as part
of the development agreement. Time lines will differ for each
development. Time lines for any development and conveyance
will be negotiated as part of the development agreement.
Westpark is an example of the city working with the developer
to find a solution to provide a community park utilizing shared
resources and city input. The original developer initially
developed a portion of the Westpark development but ended
up selling the remaining undeveloped portion prior to the
completion of buildout. The city was able to work with the new
developer for the development of a phased community park. The
developer will construct 8 acres of the proposed community park
in the next phase of residential development within the master
planned community. The city will develop the remaining 17
acres adjacent to the developer built 8-acre park to create a 25
acre community park. The city will maintain the entire park
when completed.
Skyline
Regional Park
Skyline
Regional Park
Sun Valley Parkway
Sun Valley Parkway
Indian School Road
CAP Canal
Hassayampa River
CAP Canal
Indian School Road
Camelback Road
Bethany Home Road
Northern Avenue
Sun Valley Villages I & II
Festival Ranch
Spurlock Ranch
Trillium West
Sun Valley
Area Plan
Sun Valley South
Tartesso
Verrado
Sienna
Hills
Tartesso West
Elianto
Tonopah Salome Highway
White Tank
Mountain
Regional Park
Sun Valley Parkway
Sun Valley Parkway
Indian School Road
Hassayampa Road
Hassayampa Road
alo Verde Road
alo Verde Road
CAP Canal
City Limits
City Limits
City Limits
City Limits
City Limits
City Limits
Hassayampa River
CAP Canal
Indian School Road
McDowell Road
McDowell Road
errado Way
errado Way
Watson Road
Watson Road
Miller Road
Miller Road
Camelback Road
Bethany Home Road
Northern Avenue
Sun Valley Villages I & II
Festival Ranch
Spurlock Ranch
Trillium West
Maricopa Trail
Maricopa Trail
Maricopa Trail
Maricopa Trail
Sun Valley
Area Plan
Sun Valley South
State Trust Land
State Trust Land
BLM Land
BLM Land
Flood Control Land
Flood Control Land
Tartesso
Verrado
Sienna
Hills
Tartesso West
Elianto
Tonopah Salome Highway
White Tank
Mountain
Regional Park
Teravalis
MILITARY
RES.
MILITARY
RES.
Flood Control Land
State Trust Land/BLM
Privately Owned
HOA Parks
Walkability
.5 mi - 1 mi. - 2 mi. - 5 mi.
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PLANNED COMMUNITIES :
Parks
Festival Ranch
Spurlock Ranch
Teravalis
Sun Valley Villages
Trillium West
Sun Valley Area
Montiere
Sun Valley South
Valle Del Rio
Tartesso West
Elianto
Valle Del Sol
Tartesso
Mountain View Business
Sienna Hills
Verrado
Zanjero Trails
PROPOSED SITES:
1
State Trust Land
30 ac - 355 ac
2
SVP BUCKEYE LLC
30 ac - 478 ac
3
State Trust Land
30 ac - 402 ac
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Multiple Private Owners
30 ac - 315 ac
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BLM Land
30 ac - 1,350 ac
City of Buckeye purchased
the property in 2023
City submitted a Recreation and
Public Purpose lease to BLM for 1,030
acres and 320 acres in 2019 for a
patent and resubmitted in 2020 for a
lease at the direction of BLM
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P A R K S A N D R E C R E AT I O N M A S T E R P L A N
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South of the I-10 Site Feasibility Study
Agency Land Use Partnership Opportunities
A recommendation from this plan is to consider a similar study for the development of a municipal Community
Services campus feasibility/site selection study for the area south of the I-10.
Best practices to consider for the south feasibility study evaluation include:
Residential Proximity
Compatible Land Use
Ownership
Topography
Geology/Soil Conditions
Environmental
Connectivity
Drainage/Floodplain
Visual Quality
Expansion
Roadway Access
Infrastructure Needs
Wet utilities (water, sanitary sewer, reclaimed water) and dry utilities (electrical,
communications, fiber optic, natural gas)
Acquisition Process
Maintenance and Operations
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SURPRISE
GLENDALE
GOODYEAR
MARICOPA
COUNTY
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NORTHERN AVE
BETHANY HOME RD
CAMELBACK RD
INDIAN SCHOOL RD
THOMAS RD
MCDOWELL RD
VAN BUREN ST
YUMA RD
LOWER BUCKEYE RD
BROADWAY RD
SOUTHERN AVE
BASELINE RD
BELOAT RD
RIGGS RD
KOMATKE RD
ELLIOT RD
NARRAMORE RD
RAY RD
OLIVE RD
CACTUS RD
WADDELL RD
GREENWAY RD
BELL RD
SUN VALLEY PKWY
DEER VALLEY RD
HAPPY VALLEY RD
PINNACLE PEAK RD
JOMAX RD
PATTON RD
DIXILETA DR
LONE MOUNTAIN RD
DOVE VALLEY RD
BLACK MOUNTAIN RD
CAREFREE HWY
PERRYVILLE RD
JACKRABBIT TRL
VERRADO WAY
DEAN RD
RAINBOW RD
WATSON RD
APACHE RD
MILLER RD
ROOKS RD
TURNER RD
WILSON AVE
PALO VERDE RD
BRUNER RD
JOHNSON RD
315TH AVE
319TH AVE
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Regional Park
Skyline
Regional Park
Estrella
Mountain
Regional Park
Buckeye Hills
Regional Park
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Gila River
Buckeye Irrigation Distict Canal
Roosevelt I
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Sonoran Desert
Na onal Monument
Buckeye Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Public Lands & Trails
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Maricopa County Regional Parks
National Monument
FEMA Floodway
City Parks
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Surface Management Areas
Bureau of Land Management
Bureau of Reclamation
County
Local or State Parks
Military
FCDMC
State Land
State Wildlife Area
US Fish and Wildlife Service
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4
1
Miles
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2
5
3
4
325
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Site Opportunity No. 1
Arizona State Land Department Holdings Parcel No. 787360000
This property is ASLD property and was previously identified as part of the North Zone Community Park
study. Acquistion of this property would be through the ASLD auction process. The site is located south of Sun
City Festival phase 2 with access to wet and dry utilities. The ASLD parcel includes 40 acres and is within the
City of Buckeye jurisdictional limits. The site is situated north of the White Tank mountains with topography
sloping to the west/northwest outside of both floodplain and floodway limits. The site has tremendous vistas
of the White Tank Mountains with amazing native landscape situated within the Sonoran Desert and includes
several cacti species including saguaro, teddybear cholla, buckhorn cholla, and barrel cactus. Native trees
include mesquite and palo verde trees. The site has several trail pathways within and around smaller drainage
washes that could in the future provide a connection to the trails in White Tank Mountains Regional Park and
Skyline Regional Park. The site also has rock outcroppings throughout and within some of the natural wash
areas. This site is also located within the limits of the White Tank Mountains Conservancy.
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Looking West on 40 Acre ASLD Parcel
Site Opportunity No. 2
Arizona State Land Department Holdings Parcel No. 800330000
This property is ASLD property and was previously identified as part of the North Zone Community Park
study. Acquistion of this property would be through the ASLD auction process. This site would require
significant infrastructure and access improvements as there is no development on or around this site. The site
has gentle developable slopes to the southwest with minor drainage washes in the northern area of the site.
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Site 2
Sun Valley Parkway
Site 1
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Arizona State Land Department Holdings
This area includes four parcels of ASLD property totaling 481 acres and was previously identified as
part of the Skyline Phase 2 Feasibility study. Acquistion of these properties would be through the
ASLD auction process. Rather than develop into the Skyline Regional Park BLM land which includes
mountainous terrain, the expansion of the Waston trailhead west on the ASLD properties is more
conducive to development due to flatter land and significantly less drainage and rock outcroppings.
The area the City has developed in Skyline Regional Park is the only lands within the leased lands
from BLM that has slopes consistent with development. The rest of the leased lands are incompatible
for development due to terrain and slopes. This shift in expansion onto the ASLD property is more
in alignment with the department’s goals for sustainability and limiting development disturbance
within the preserve portion of the park.
Additional BLM Land Connection to Verrado on the east side of Skyline
Regional Park
The City submitted a land lease application to BLM in 2016 for two parcels on the east side of Skyline
Regional Park (each parcel is 320 acres). The southern parcel will provide trailhead access to replace
Verrado’s Lost Creek Temporary Trailhead that was eliminated as Verrado continues developing
westward closer to the Skyline Regional Park boundary. The northern parcel will provide a trailhead
with a bike skills course.
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Site Opportunity No. 4
Flood Control District of Maricopa County – Flood Retaining Structure No. 4 (FRS 4) –
Parcel Numbers: APN 502-35-019A & APN 502-35-020
Located at the northwest corner of Van Burren Street and Jackrabbit Trail, this flood retaining structure
provides 100-year flood protection for downstream landowners. The dam is maintained and operated by the
FCDMC with Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) as the regulating agency. This property provides
205 acres of land use within the FCDMC flood retaining structure. FCDMC is open for joint use recreation
opportunities and has several examples of this kind of application throughout the Valley. FCDMC provides
recreation easements for the use of the land. Park development and maintenance costs are the responsibility of
the City. An example of a similar use within a FCDMC facility is the City of Phoenix’s Reach 11 sports complex.
Sun Valley Area Drainage Master Plan Update (ADMP)
The Buckeye/Sun Valley Area Drainage Master Plan (ADMP) was recently updated and provides a comprehensive
strategy developed to manage stormwater and reduce flood risks within the Buckeye and Sun Valley regions. Most
of the Sun Valley area is undeveloped; however, flood hazard mitigation alternatives and plans will allow the City
of Buckeye and property owners to make better, more informed decisions about managing flood hazards and
reducing flood risks. The ADMP outlines a series of infrastructure improvements, policy recommendations, and
land use planning strategies aimed at effectively controlling and directing stormwater flows. Key components
include the construction of new drainage facilities, enhancement of existing infrastructure, and incorporation
of green infrastructure techniques such as bioswales and retention basins. The plan recommends a low impact
development approach utilizing green infrastructure solutions to localize drainage storage and conveyance. The
city should continue to partner with the FCDMC to maximize green infrastructure drainage solutions as the need
develops and look to provide passive recreation opportunities and trails within drainage corridors.
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City of Phoenix Reach 11 Sports Complex
FCDMC FRS4 Dam - 205
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Developer Partnerships
Site Opportunity No. 5
BLM – Parcel Number: APN 504-72-006D
In 2020, the City applied for a lease with BLM for this property which includes 1,030 acres of open space.
The site requires significant roadway improvements to the Tonopah Salome Highway which is currently a
dirt road from Miller Road to Sun Valley Parkway. Both wet and dry utilities are not readably available which
requires significant infrastructure improvements for this site. The City also submitted a lease application
for an additional 320-acre parcel located north of the 1,030 acre BLM parcel and north of an additional 320
acre parcel of land owned by Tartesso. This 320-acres of BLM lands have flatter terrain, which makes it more
conducive to active recreation amenities.
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Westpark
The Westpark Community is a single-family residential master planned community that is currently working
with the City to provide the development of a 25-acre community park. The developer is providing the
development of 8 acres with the City providing the remaining 17 acres.
Verrado Marketplace
Verrado Marketplace will be
Buckeye’s hub for entertainment
and community events and will
host a range of events throughout
the year, from concerts and
movie nights to farmers markets
and holiday festivities. Another
citywide venue opportunity
for the Community Services
Department is to provide special
events and programming within
this destination entertainment
district.
The Landing
The Landing is a 2,100-acre (3.4
square mile) project site located
just south of I-10 and Verrado
Way. It is a critical growth
area for Buckeye and offers
an opportunity to integrate
an entertainment hub with
unique and diverse recreational
and living opportunities. The
Landing also provides the city
with another way to incorporate
recreational amenities and
programming into the area.
The Community Services
Department should continue to
be involved during the planning
process to identify recreation
opportunities and be part of this
diverse development.
Verrado Marketplace Rendering
The Landing Land Use Concept
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Park Acquisition
City of Buckeye-Owned Property
One of the early outcomes from the North Zone study resulted in the City of Buckeye purchasing a 100-acre
parcel (APN 400-46-010) in 2023 to be utilized for a future community park within the Sun Valley Parkway
corridor north of the Teravalis-Floreo community and southeast of the Teravalis master
planned development.
The City also owns a 40-acre parcel (APN 400-46-010) along the Gila RIver which is an opportunity for
trailhead/nature center development along the El Rio. The City has an opportunity to explore partnerships
with the National Audubon Society and other organizations, similar to the Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado
Audubon Center in Phoenix.
Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center, Phoenix, AZ
Park acquisition involves several key steps to ensure that the land acquired for park use meets the
community's needs and is managed sustainably. The following is a list of criteria and best practices involved in
park acquisition:
1. Needs Assessment: Conducting a thorough assessment to determine the community’s needs for
recreational space. This can include demographic analyses, surveys, and stakeholder consultations to
identify gaps and priorities.
2. Strategic Planning: Developing a strategic plan that outlines the goals, priorities, and criteria for
acquiring new parkland. This plan should align with broader urban planning and environmental
conservation goals. Priority may be placed to acquire parkland that is on or near an identified historic,
cultural, natural or recreation resource, especially if that resource is threatened by development.
3. Site Identification: Identifying potential sites for acquisition based on criteria such as location,
accessibility, size, environmental value, and potential for recreational use. The City of Buckeye shall not
acquire land smaller than 15 acres in size if the predominate use of the property is for a park. Parcels
smaller than 15 acres may be acquired for recreation facilities such as: pools, recreation centers, and
multi-generational facilities. These smaller parcels may also be designed for special-use parks including
BMX parks, skate parks, or equestrian use.
4. Land Evaluation: Evaluating the identified sites to assess their suitability for park development. This
can involve environmental impact assessments, feasibility studies, and cost-benefit analyses. Park site
should have minimal constraints. Parks to be developed with active recreation components should
have established infrastructure located in close proximity to the park for roadways and utilities, such as
water, sanitary sewer and electrical service. Land for active park sites negatively impacted by railroads,
floodways and floodplains, difficult topography that require extensive grading, overhead powerlines, or
utility relocation could significantly drive-up construction costs and limit the areas that can be used.
5. Meeting Unmet Demand: Acquired parkland should be near underserved population centers in the
City as documented in the level of service analysis. The parkland should be easily accessible through
roads from multiple communities. Park site and the recreation amenities to be constructed therein
should provide high recreation value to support unmet demand in the City. Emphasis shall be placed
to construct recreation amenities not found elsewhere in City parks. Preference shall be given to locate
parks in areas where there is a primary or secondary trail as identified through this plan for multi-modal
access and connectivity.
6. Funding: Securing funding for park acquisition. This can come from a variety of sources including
government budgets, grants, private donations, impact fees, or partnerships with non-profit
organizations and developers.
7. Partnerships and Collaboration: Working with various stakeholders including local community
groups, land trusts, and other government agencies to facilitate park acquisition. Partnerships can also
provide additional resources and support.
8. Public Involvement: Engaging the public through meetings, surveys, and other forms of consultation to
gather input and build support for the acquisition of new parkland.
9. Negotiation and Purchase: Entering negotiations with landowners to purchase the identified sites.
This can involve direct purchase, land swaps, easements, or other arrangements that secure the land for
public use.
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10. Legal Processes: Completing the necessary legal processes to formalize the acquisition. This includes
transferring titles, ensuring compliance with zoning laws, and establishing any necessary legal
protections for the land.
11. Development and Maintenance Plan: Creating a development and maintenance plan for the newly
acquired parkland. This plan should outline how the park will be developed to meet community needs, as
well as plans for ongoing maintenance and management.
12. Monitoring and Evaluation: Continuously monitoring the usage and impact of the newly acquired
parkland to ensure it meets the community’s needs and adjusting plans as necessary.
Process for Purchasing Property
Once a property is identified that best fits the City’s needs for parks and recreation use, the City should
adhere to the following steps.
1. Commission a title report for the property. This identifies all easements and and all applicable laws and
statutes. Any purchase or lease of land requires the approval of Buckeye City Council.
2. Prepare an ALTA survey, which is especially required for more complex projects.
3. Create a legal description of the property.
4. Obtain the property appraisal.
5. The City and the seller will enter into a purchase agreement.
6. Create an escrow account with the title company.
7. Pay purchase cost and Escrow fees into escrow account.
8. Final signing.
9. Exchange property through escrow.
Disposal of Parkland
From time to time, the City of Buckeye may decide to sell real property owned or decide to discontinue leases
for parks and recreation facilities. In certain instances, the City of Buckeye may opt to discontinue or not
renew intergovernmental agreements that allow for the shared use of facilities with local school districts and
other organizations. The City of Buckeye shall follow all laws and statutes relating to the disposition of land
owned by cities or towns.
The disposal of parkland is based on the following criteria:
1. Parkland that provides limited or no recreational value to the public. These may be sites that have limited
to no amenities and where it is impractical or imprudent to add components to increase the recreation
value because of site constraints or because recreation services are already provided in nearby parks and
facilities.
2. Sites in which the historic, cultural, or natural resources value has become diminished.
3. Park sites or recreation facilities with features that more closely align with the function of a different City
department or entity and that can be more efficiently and effectively managed by them.
4. There may be portions of a park (not the entire parcel) that the City may consider divesting or leasing
as well because of limited value. For example, the City may consider leasing undeveloped portions of
a park for agricultural uses until the time the City develops the remaining area of the parcel for park or
recreational use.
Process for Disposal of Parkland Property
For parkland owned by the City that is being considered for disposal, the Community Services Department
shall prepare a report that details the following information.
1. Background/Legal Framework: Determine when and how the property was originally acquired and for
what purpose. Depending on how the land was originally acquired the disposal of parkland is governed
by local city, state, and sometimes federal laws. These laws may require that certain procedures be
followed to consider disposal.
2. History of the Property: Documentation of the history of the property can be obtained from a Phase 1
environmental site assessment report which will document the previous property history and use.
3. Inventory: Inventory the amenities and resources provided on the land.
4. Economic Significance: Determine the dollars that will no longer be spent if the property is not owned
or maintained by the City, including staff hours for maintenance, maintenance supplies and equipment.
Determine whether the maintenance responsibilities shall be transferred to a different department in the
city, leased to an outside agency or organization, or sold.
5. Revenues: Detail the revenues that may be lost by selling the property. Does the property bring in
revenues to the city for rentals or concessions?
6. Public Notice: The process typically requires providing public notice to inform the community about the
proposed disposal of parkland. Provide reasons why the City is requesting to no longer own the property.
7. Public Consultation: Often, there will be a period of public consultation where community members
can provide input and express their views on the proposed disposal.
8. Assess Impact: An assessment is usually conducted to understand the environmental, social, and
recreational impacts of disposing of the parkland.
9. Review Process: The City will review all input and assessments before making a decision.
10. Alternative Use: Sometimes, the disposal is considered only if the land is being re-purposed for other
public uses, such as schools, hospitals, or infrastructure projects.
11. Compensation or Replacement: Some policies may require that if parkland is disposed of it must be
replaced with parkland of an equal or greater value or that the community is compensated in another
form.
12. Final Recommendation: Provide a final recommendation for the property.
The Community Services Department Director shall review the report and if concurs with the report findings
and final recommendations shall provide the report to the City Manager and Deputy City Managers. The report
shall also be given to all City department directors for review. The City Manager and Deputy City Managers
shall sign off on the report indicating their concurrence with the final recommendation. The City Manager shall
bring a recommendation on the sale of the property to Buckeye City Council. The City shall follow all local,
state and federal laws relating to the sale of land by cities and towns.
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City Leases and Agreements
The City of Buckeye leases property from outside agencies or has intergovernmental agreements for the
shared use of facilities. Examples of these include:
• Recreation & Public Purpose Lease with the Bureau of Land Management for Skyline Regional Park (Lease
terminates in December 2035).
• Lease for Buckeye Arena (lease automatically extends annually)
• Intergovernmental agreement with local school districts for shared use facility agreements.
The City may decide it is no longer in its best interest to continue the lease or extending intergovernmental
agreements. The City’s Legal Department, who is responsible for the real estate leases shall investigate
the terms of the agreement and prepare a report containing similar information and follow the procedures
required for the disposal of city land. The Buckeye City Council shall approve the termination of all leases.
Park Encroachment
Park encroachment refers to unauthorized or illegal use, occupation, or development of parkland. Park
property includes real property owned or managed by the City of Buckeye as well as easements for trails or
other park and recreation purposes.
Encroachment of property or land includes:
1. Structures – including fencing, sheds, garages, retaining walls, playground equipment
2. Landscaping
3. Storage of materials or equipment
4. Illegal dumping or storing waste materials such as landscaping waste or debris
5. Removal of City vegetation or resources
6. Illegal construction of trails without City authorization
Reasons Why Encroachment into City Parks is not Permitted
1. Encroachments can inhibit access for property or facility maintenance
2. Use of City property by private parties may restrict the intended use of the property on behalf of the
public
3. Use of City property provides specific benefits to individuals that are generally not available to other
citizens
4. Unauthorized use of city property creates an unwarranted liability burden upon the City.
Prevention of Park Encroachment:
Policies to prevent and manage park encroachment typically involve legal, administrative, and community
engagement strategies including the following:
1. Clear Boundaries and Signage:
• Clearly mark park boundaries with signs or fencing to prevent accidental encroachment
• Use visible and durable boundary markers
2. Public Awareness and Education:
• Educate local communities about the importance of protecting parklands
• Inform residents about the legal boundaries and consequences of encroachment
3. Regular Monitoring and Inspections:
• Conduct regular inspections and monitoring of park boundaries to detect encroachment early
• Use tools like satellite imagery, drones, or regular patrols
Response to Park Encroachment:
1. Documentation and Assessment:
• Document the extent and type of encroachment through photographs, written reports, and maps
• Assess the environmental and social impact of the encroachment
2. Notification and Legal Action:
• Notify the encroachers formally, often through a legal notice, informing them of the encroachment and
required actions
• If necessary, pursue legal action to enforce removal of encroachments
3. Engagement and Mediation:
• Engage with encroachers to understand their perspective and explore amicable solutions
• Use mediation or negotiation to resolve disputes whenever possible
4. Restoration and Rehabilitation:
• Develop and implement a plan to restore the encroached area to its original state
• Remove unauthorized structures, and undertake reforestation, soil stabilization, or other necessary
rehabilitation activities
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Summary
Due to the overall size of over 640 square miles including seven planning areas with an anticipated growth
rate, providing needed parks and facilities continues to be the key challenge for the department. The City has
identified a stepped approach over 30 years to work towards the identified level of service goal of providing
4 acres of developed park land per 1,000 residents. The City’s responsibility in this goal is through a focus on
providing community parks. Over the next 10 years, the City will need to develop 211 acres of community
parks to bring the acreage of developed parks up from 1.08 acres to 2.15 acres per 1,000 residents. The
visionary goal is to add 1,242 acres of developed parks by 2054.
Implementation Strategies
To achieve this goal, the City must leverage partnerships to create a diversified land use portfolio. As outlined
in Chapter 6: Level of Service and Mapping, the City has identified existing parkland it owns. This chapter
highlights key agencies for land acquisition and land use in support of park development.
These agencies include:
Arizona State Land Department
Flood Control District of Maricopa County
Bureau of Land Management
Private Land Acquisition
Joint use with Private Developers
Partnerships with School Districts
Enforcement Measures:
1. Fines and Penalties:
• Impose fines and penalties on individuals or entities that encroach on parkland.
• Ensure penalties are significant enough to deter future encroachments.
2. Strengthening Legal Framework:
• Update and strengthen laws and regulations to provide clear and enforceable measures against
encroachment.
• Ensure legal frameworks include provisions for swift enforcement.
Community Involvement:
1. Community Watch Programs:
• Set up community watch programs where local residents help monitor park boundaries and report
encroachments.
• Encourage community stewardship and responsibility for protecting parklands.
2. Cooperation with Local Authorities:
• Work closely with local governments, law enforcement, and environmental bodies to address
encroachment issues.
• Foster inter-agency cooperation for efficient enforcement.
Monitoring and Reporting:
1. Regular Reporting:
• Maintain transparent and regular reporting of encroachment incidents and responses.
• Use GIS systems or other tools to create detailed maps and reports.
2. Feedback Mechanisms:
• Establish feedback mechanisms where citizens can report encroachments or provide suggestions for
better park management.
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Organizational Structure Assessment
Introduction
The organizational structural assessment aims to evaluate the current framework and operational
effectiveness of the department. As Buckeye continues to grow and evolve, it is essential to ensure that the
Parks and Recreation Department is optimally structured to meet the expanding needs of the community.
This assessment reviews departmental roles, responsibilities, processes, and resource allocation to
identify strengths and areas for improvement. By aligning the organizational structure with best practices
and community expectations, the city strives to enhance service delivery, promote efficiency, and support
the overarching goal of providing exceptional recreational services and high-quality amenities for all
Buckeye residents.
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Organizational Analysis
A key component of this Parks and Recreation Master Plan is the unique element of evaluating the Community
Services Department’s current staffing structure, integrating emerging best practices both regionally and
nationally, and providing recommendations on future staffing and organizational strategy. This is a significant
component of the Master Plan in that it investigates how the Department can be most successful as a public
service organization.
Director
Deputy
Director
Arts & Culture
Manager
Deputy
Director
Administration &
Projects Manager
Management
Assistant
Project
Coordinator
Administrative
Assistant II
Human Services
Manager
Social
Services
Coordinator
Social
Services
Caseworker
Temporary
Staff (x2)
Library
Manager
Library
Outreach
Coordinator
Senior
Library
Assistant
Library
Specialist
Senior
Library
Assistant
Senior
Library
Assistant
Library/
Museum
Assistant
(PT)
Library
Assistant
(PT)
Senior
Library
Assistant
Senior
Library
Assistant
Library
Assistant
(PT)
Library
and Museum
Superintendent
Librarian-
Downtown
Supervisor
Librarian-
Coyote
Supervisor
Library
Systems &
Technology
Administrator
Parks
Manager
Irrigation
Specialist
Maintenance
Worker III
Irrigation
Specialist
Maintenance
Worker III
Maintenance
Foreman
Maintenance
Foreman
Parks
Superintendent
Events
Manager
Marketing &
Sponsorships
Coordinator
Events
Coordinator
Events
Coordinator
Events
Coordinator
Senior Center
Manager
Kitchen
Assistant
Senior
Center
Programmer
Senior Center
Assistant-
Transportation
Kitchen
Assistant
Meal
Delivery Aide
(PT)
Kitchen
Operations
Coordinator
Senior Center
Coordinator
Recreation
Manager
Inclusion
Coordinator
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Recreation
Coordinator
(Youth)
Customer
Service Rep., Sr.
Recreation
Superintendent
(SIC & Outdoor)
Recreation
Superintendent
(Sports & Aquatic)
Maintenance
Worker III
Maintenance
Worker II
Maintenance
Worker II
Maintenance
Worker I
Maintenance
Worker I (PT)
Maintenance
Worker I (PT)
Maintenance
Worker III
Maintenance
Worker II
Maintenance
Worker II
Maintenance
Worker I
Maintenance
Worker I (PT)
Maintenance
Worker I (PT)
200+ Seasonal Staff
Management
Assistant
Senior
Library
Assistant
Senior
Library
Assistant
Library
Assistant
(PT)
Library
Assistant
(PT)
Library
Assistant
(PT)
Library
Assistant
(PT)
Social
Services
Caseworker
Customer
Service Rep., Sr.
Customer
Service Rep., Sr.
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Recreation
Coordinator
(Youth)
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Customer
Service Rep., Sr.
Senior Center
Assistant-
Transportation
(PT)
Senior Center
Assistant-
Transportation
(PT)
Senior Center
Assistant-
Transportation
(PT)
Recreation
Superintendent
(Youth Programs)
Organizational Structure
The current FY 2025 staffing of the Community Services Department (“Department”) comprises 73 regular full-
time and 15 part-time approved positions, including the Director and two Deputy Directors. Additionally, there
are over 200 seasonal and temporary staff positions that are hired annually to assist in the Senior Services,
Parks, Recreation, Senior Services, Events, Libraries, Arts and Culture, and Human Services Divisions. The
organization chart below reflects the current staffing structure of the Department.
Current Staffing
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A further breakdown of staffing by division is provided in the table and graph below and in the table and
graph on the following page. Note the second table to the right also details Department approved staffing
without including Libraries and Human Services.
Division
Full-time
Staff
Part-time
Staff
Total
Division FTEs
Percent of Total
Department
Administration
8
0
8
10%
Senior Services
8
4
10
12%
Recreation
17
0
17
20%
Events
5
0
5
6%
Parks
16
4
18
21%
Arts and Culture
1
0
1
1%
Libraries
14
7
18.4
22%
Human Services
4
0
4
5%
TOTAL
69
15
77.4
97%
Division
Full-time
Staff
Part-time
Staff
Total
Division FTEs
Percent of Total
Department
Administration
8
0
8
13%
Senior Services
8
4
10
16%
Recreation
17
0
17
27%
Events
5
0
5
8%
Parks
16
4
18
29%
Arts and Culture
1
0
1
2%
TOTAL
55
8
59
94%
18
5
17
10
8
18.4
1
Total Staff by Division With Libraries and Human Services
Administration and Project Management
Recreation
Parks
Libraries
Events
Senior Services
Arts and Culture
Human Services
4
5
17
10
8
18
1
Total Staff by Division Without Libraries and Human Services
Administration and Project Management
Recreation
Parks
Arts and Culture
Events
Senior Services
Without Libraries and Human Services
With Libraries
In FY23, the department had a total of 58 full-time positions and 16 part-time positions for a total of
66.75 full-time equivalents (FTE’s). In FY24, that number increased to 74.75 FTE’s and in FY25, additional
positions were approved to bring the department’s total FTE’s to 81.375 In a two year span, the total FTE’s
increased by 22% showing that City Management recognizes the population growth and allocating new
positions as appropriate.
In comparing staffing with other agencies some parks and recreation departments both regionally and
nationally do not include libraries and human services. This table removes library and human services staffing
number to provide an apples to apples comparison.
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The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) annually publishes an agency performance review of all
public parks and recreation agencies in the United States. Within that review is an evaluation of staffing levels
based on the size of a community. The national median of total Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs) for a community
similar in size to Buckeye (100,000 – 250,000 residents) is 120.0 FTEs. Buckeye has a total of 94.3 parks and
recreation FTEs1 including all part-time and seasonal employees, which is 22% below the national median.
If excluding seasonal employees, Buckeye only has 59 FTEs in parks and recreation, which is 51% below
the national median. In both cases Buckeye is closer to the lower quartile of agencies serving similar-sized
communities than it is to the median as noted in the tables below. In fact, if excluding seasonal employees
Buckeye is even below the lower quartile.
All Agencies
100,000-
250,000
Buckeye
94.3
National Median
57.6
120
Upper Quartile
143.7
181.2
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All Agencies
100,000-
250,000
Buckeye
7.92
National Median
8.9
7.9
Upper Quartile
143.7
181.2
FTEs/10,000 Residents: With Seasonal Employees
When comparing staffing in Buckeye to other parks and recreation agencies in the region of central Arizona
and Boulder Colorado, similar results emerge. Buckeye falls below the median of other agencies and,
excluding seasonal employees, actually ranks among the lowest staffing levels per 10,000 residents of the
agencies evaluated. This data is illustrated in the tables below. *Only Parks and Recreation FTE’s are included
in the data below.
In terms of full-time equivalents comparison with the other benchmark cities, Buckeye is fourth out of the
seven benchmark cities when looking at FTEs with season employees. In terms of acres of developed park
acreage both Buckeye and Goodyear have 1.5 acres per FTE. When comparing FTEs without seasonal
employees, Buckeye is second out of the seven benchmark cities with only Glendale providing fewer number
of FTE per 10,000 residents. Buckeye is below the NRPA FTE per 10,000 residents which is 7.9 compared to
Buckeye’s 4.28 FTE without seasonal employees.
Agency
Population
Total Full-time
Equivalents (FTEs)
Total FTEs per
10,000 Residents
Boulder Parks and Recreation
108,250
358.45
33.11
Goodyear Parks and Recreation
111,508
167.1
14.99
Buckeye Community Services
119,110
94.3
7.92
Peoria Parks and Recreation
199,424
150.1
7.53
Avondale Parks and Recreation
95,509
41.8
4.38
Glendale Parks and Recreation
252,136
103.8
4.12
NRPA Median for agencies serving 100,000 to 250,000: 120.0 Total FTEs, 7.9 FTEs per 10,000 residents
With Seasonal Employees
Agency
Population
Total Full-time
Equivalents (FTEs)
Total FTEs per
10,000 Residents
Boulder Parks and Recreation
108,250
358.45
33.11
Goodyear Parks and Recreation
111,508
167.1
14.99
Peoria Parks and Recreation
199,424
150.1
7.53
Buckeye Community Services
119,110
66.8
5.60
Avondale Parks and Recreation
95,509
41.8
4.38
Glendale Parks and Recreation
252,136
103.8
4.12
NRPA Median for agencies serving 100,000 to 250,000: 120.0 Total FTEs, 7.9 FTEs per 10,000 residents
Without Seasonal Employees
Similarly, when comparing total FTEs per 10,000 residents, Buckeye aligns similarly to below the
national median in the case of not including seasonal employees and at the median when seasonal
employees are included.
1 This does not include staffing for libraries or human services that are also in the Community Services
Department. This is parks and recreation staffing only.
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Current Challenges
Aside from being generally understaffed when compared to other agencies serving similar-sized communities,
the Department currently faces a number of challenges. These range from a healthy balance of tenure
within the staff to missing strategic positions that would greatly improve the organizational effectiveness
of the Department. These were identified in the Master Planning process through interviews with current
Department leadership and independent evaluations of the planning team.
CHALLENGE: Balance of Tenure
The current staffing of the Department features a large number of employees that have long tenure and a
large number of new employees. There are far fewer employees whose tenure is somewhere in between.
This can create a challenge for the Department with the risk of losing institutional knowledge if a large
number of employees with long tenure decide to retire within a short period of time. Properly addressing
this issue will require a three-fold focus on (1) succession planning, (2) more intentional cross-training
programs, and (3) incentives for new staff and those with mid-level tenure to stay with the Department.
CHALLENGE: Missing Strategic Positions
Certain staff positions are not currently featured in the organization of the Department. These positions could
greatly improve the organizational effectiveness and operational efficiency of the Department if considered for
future staff additions.
1. A position dedicated to data management and analysis. The Department currently collects
significant amounts of data on program registration, program evaluation, and performance tracking but
does not have sufficient capacity to manage this data on a regular basis. This would improve the nimbleness
and responsiveness of the Department to regularly evaluate overall performance and make operational
adjustments as needed.
2. A position dedicated to asset management. The Department oversees a substantial number of major
city assets including but not limited to vehicles, heavy equipment, facilities and structures, park amenities,
and utility infrastructure. A staff member dedicated to forward-looking and preventative asset management
would greatly streamline the process of anticipating, identifying, and performing major capital asset repair
and replacement. This would also allow for a more robust preventative maintenance program to extend the
life of city assets.
3. A position dedicated to software management and technology. The Department is utilizing digital-
based data management systems now more than ever before as well as other technological platforms that
improve service delivery and operational efficiency. There is no current position dedicated to managing
these technologies and this added capacity would greatly improve consistent use, optimal application, and
required updating of these tools across the Department.
4. A position dedicated to volunteer management. The Department heavily relies on volunteers
to deliver programs and services and to support operational needs. Current volunteer management is
inconsistent and spread across divisions and multiple staff teams. More consistent management and
oversight of all volunteers within the Department would significantly enhance the effectiveness of volunteer
recruitment, training, and management. Additionally, it would help maintain a more accurate understanding
of the total annual value of in-kind services provided by volunteers, which could be leveraged to secure
funding opportunities.
5. A position dedicated to the Department’s communication needs. All communications and marketing
needs of each city department in Buckeye are managed centrally within the city structure for the sake of
efficiency and consistency. This can work very well for most city departments but typically not for parks
and recreation. A city’s parks and recreation department serves the community very differently than other
departments because of its almost retail-type of service delivery. Services are developed and some are
delivered broadly across the community (e.g., maintenance, libraries) but there are a significant number
of services such as programs and events in which the Department must rely on a diverse and robust set of
communication and marketing strategies to build and promote community awareness and to stimulate
participation. This demands a much more intensive and intentional approach, incorporating frequent
and targeted messaging to diverse audiences, print and digital media, diverse social media platforms,
advertising, and public announcements and notices. It is the experience of the Consultant Team that many
park and recreation agencies across the United States are moving towards dedicated communications and
community engagement staff within their departments. This addresses common feedback from residents
that one of the top reasons preventing their household from visiting more parks or participating in programs
is because they are unaware. This was similarly echoed through the statistically valid survey issued to
Buckeye residents in which 27% of respondents stated they have not participated in recreation offerings
because they were unaware of what the City provided.
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CHALLENGE: Being a Modern Employer of Choice
Like with communications and marketing, the staffing needs of the Department are very different than
its peer departments within the city. Parks and recreation regularly hires a large number of seasonal
employees, many of which are high school or college students. The seasonal positions often require a
variable schedule to meet operational needs and annual demands. It can be challenging to recruit these
positions due to growth and high turn-over rates. Parks and recreation also requires numerous specialized
skill sets and has positions that may have a broad range of job responsibilities which require specialized
training or certifications. The recent initiative of the city to compress and simplify job descriptions has had a
negative impact on parks and recreation in particular hindering recruiting efforts because job descriptions
are too broad to attract the desired candidates and create a perception of limited opportunities for
professional growth. Overall the Department needs support for modernizing job descriptions that best suit
the skills, competencies, experience, and diversity of ideal job candidates. Furthermore, the Department
is challenged with inconsistent to inefficient and ineffective processes for on-boarding new staff members
which would create a more positive and inspiring beginning to the employment experience. Finally, a more
robust and intentional training program with advanced skill development and professional development/
career growth opportunities would enhance the Department's organizational effectiveness and improve the
retention of talent for longer tenures.
CHALLENGE: Generally Understaffed
As noted in the staffing analyses of this Master Plan and in interviews with Department leadership, the
Consultant Team observed that parks and recreation is understaffed in Buckeye. Additional staff positions
are needed to fill strategic gaps as discussed previously, as well as enhanced staffing in the field to further
improve service delivery, operations, and maintenance. This could include additional maintenance staff,
more specialized positions or crews, and additional recreation staff for program development and delivery.
Staffing Recommendations
There is already a very strong culture of “partnership” within the city and especially within the Community
Services Department. The City relies heavily on other organizations, entities, agencies, and individuals to
serve the residents of Buckeye in an operationally efficient manner. It is expected this practice will continue
and grow in the years to come. Even with this strong commitment to partnerships to leverage the staffing
needs of the city, improvements can be made for parks and recreation to elevate the high quality of this
public service. Based on a thorough assessment of existing staffing in the Department as well as best practice
findings from similar agencies both regionally and nationally, the following recommendations were developed
to improve efficacy of parks and recreation in Buckeye as a progressive and resilient public service.
Strategic Hires
• Community Research and Data Management Specialist
• Asset Management/Logistics Specialist
• Business Analyst
• Volunteer Program Manager
• Communications and Community Engagement Coordinator
Additional Staffing
• Specialized/certified maintenance staff
• Front-line staff and maintenance crew leaders
• Adaptive programming staff
• General recreation staff
• Specialized recreation team leads
Modernize Employment Practices and Support
• Improve job descriptions with greater specificity and modern terminology
• Develop and manage a consistent and thorough on-boarding process for new
or transferred employees
• Develop a formalized training program for all divisions of the Department
• Complete “career mapping” for each position within the Department to identify
logical growth opportunities
• Develop a formalized incentive program aligned with Department
performance objectives
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Best Practices and Emerging Trends – Maintenance and Operations
For the purpose of efficiency, it is key for any parks and recreation agency to be aware of trending technology in
the field. For all types of agencies, even relatively small and underfunded agencies, one of the first places that
should be considered when looking to accumulate resources and revenue is in maintenance and operations
practices. These are relevant to parks and recreation operations and maintenance in Buckeye as well.
Maintenance Management Guiding Principles
The following is a set of maintenance management guiding principles for park and recreation agencies. These
six recommended guiding principles are typically seen in larger agencies but can be advantageous for smaller
and medium-sized agencies as well.
1. Park and facility maintenance personnel in best management systems maintain a ratio of acres/square
footage per person of managed park and recreation facility space, dependent upon the park/facility
classification. This can be a combination of public employees and contract employees.
2. Best practice agencies have an equipment replacement program established and funded to keep equipment
tied to employee productivity and supporting the efficiency goals of the agency. Buckeye already has this
program in place and should continue this practice.
3. Best management agencies update their maintenance management plans every three to five years to
maintain control of maintenance costs and efficiency. Buckeye already has the this program in place and
should continue this practice.
4. Best practice agencies have established design standards for parks and recreation facilities based on the
outcomes that they want to achieve and based on the dollars to develop and the return on investment from
users to support operational costs if any. These standards typically apply to all developed parks and art and
culture/recreational facilities an agency has under its management and control.
5. Best practice agencies seek out bond funds to support capital costs every five to ten years to keep the
bond issue low with the high value of return to taxpayers based on the time-value of money. As parks and
recreation facilities are developed and succeed, the community will support these bond issues if presented
correctly and the improvements have wide age-segment appeal.
6. Best practice agencies have multiple funding sources including earned revenues that they use to support
operational and capital costs to keep the agency as sustainable as possible.
Other Trends in Maintenance and Operations
There are some other, newer trends that are less tried and true than the previous principles; however, they may
still be worth further consideration. For example, some agencies (and even businesses outside of parks and
recreation) have been utilizing autonomous mowers for large green spaces. Typically only used for large spaces
of exclusively turf grass, autonomous mowers are becoming a more viable way to save some manpower on daily
maintenance costs. The uses for this could include both ball fields and large open spaces and has the potential
to cut down on time and wages for even small agencies.
Another emerging, resource-saving trend in the field is the GIS-Based Asset Management Work Order System.
This type of work order system is being used more often to track lifecycle maintenance requirements that are
tied to weekly and monthly work orders. This will help the staff to stay ahead of preventative maintenance and
limit breakdowns. Further, utilizing the system will provide staff with the necessary “actual cost” data for work
being performed. The typical components of a work order management system are as follows:
Schedule Work Activities
Detailed framework for asset management by incorporating GIS into the asset repository. Allows for grouping
of assets by location, type, age, or other key parameters. These groupings can then be used to create
maintenance activities such as preventive work, reactive work, tests, or inspections.
Mapping Tools
ArcGIS maps are an integral part of the work management process. This allows for the creation of map
visualizations of database queries including open work orders, service requests, or work orders of a specific
type and assignment. These tools empower both management and staff to interact with asset data.
Data Mobility
A variety of tools to help maintenance staff access and update valuable information while in the field.
Asset Management
Track work performed on any asset at any given time throughout its lifecycle. Users can easily search for
active work orders and view them dynamically on the GIS map. Track overdue work orders and monitor work
associated with a specific task, contractor, or project.
Track Unproductive Time
A key component of creating an efficient parks maintenance operation is to minimize unproductive time, such
as travel time between parks. Travel time on average should not exceed the maximum threshold of 2.2 hours
for every 8-hour day. A good practice as already employed in Buckeye is the use of a strategic report to work
locations for reducing travel time. Building this practice into the development of new facilities as was done
with Sundance Park Phase II is advisable.
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Many of the best practices outlined in this analysis have already been identified in the Department’s three-
year strategic plan and are in practice today. The Department is making strides in these areas and will
continue to explore further improvements. The most significant findings of this organizational analysis are in
areas of staffing and modernization as an employer. The recommended strategic hires identified in this plan
would add skills, dedicated focus, and capacity to the Department’s ability to meet its operational needs
and best serve the community. Additionally, there are general staffing needs just to meet current and future
service demands. Finally, there are several recommended actions that could improve the ability of Buckeye to
continue to modernize as an employer and effectively recruit, train, and retain talent.
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Introduction
The primary purpose of the Recreation Program Plan (“Plan”) within the scope of the Parks and Recreation
Master Plan is to provide an overview of community needs and an analysis of how the Community Services
Department (“Department”) can meet these needs through programming. This plan will help guide the
orderly development of recreation programs and services across the Department and be a component of
the Department’s Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) Accreditation. This
Recreation Programming Plan is intended to comply with Chapter Six of the CAPRA Standards.
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The Department’s vision is simple and succinct: “We are vital to Buckeye being a desired community.” This
vision, in tandem with the Department’s mission of “enriching the quality of life and creating memorable
experiences for all generations,” is a core facet of this Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The Department is
committed to remaining engaged and informed of the needs and priorities of Buckeye residents and Parks
and Recreation’s role in meeting those needs.
The following section highlights the Department’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives, which have been
crucial in shaping the Plan and will remain central to its implementation.
Core Values and Guiding Principles
The Department has identified six core values for continued programming success:
Embrace
the New
Lend a
Hand
Enjoy Our
Work
Do
Right
Find a
Way
Celebrate
Uniqueness
1
3
5
2
4
6
In tandem with the Department’s vision and mission, Buckeye utilizes these core values as strategic
anchors when setting operational and budgetary goals.
Parks and Recreation Goals and Objectives
The Department maintains progress towards multiple goals that directly link the
provision of Parks and Recreation services to overall community advancement. These include:
Offer comprehensive programs that satisfy varying age levels, physical abilities, and special interests
Protect and preserve Buckeye’s parks, facilities, and open space for long-term sustainability
Provide a variety of health and wellness programs that promote and support personal health
Optimize financial and physical resources
Market the worth of the Department and services we offer
To help achieve these objectives, the Department provides a broad range of recreation and leisure
programming, supported with dedicated spaces which includes neighborhood and community parks, a
signature regional park, recreation centers, a Senior Center, a swimming pool, and trails.
All programs and events are required to relate to, support, or directly align with the Department’s priorities
and goals for the future, identified in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The goals, objectives, and general
directions set forth in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and other fundamental Department documents
are brought into action through this Recreation Programming Plan.
Department Mission, Vision, Goals, and Objectives
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Census
2020
Census
2023
Estimate
2028
Projection
2033
Projection
2038
Projection
Buckeye Population
Central Buckeye East Buckeye Historic Buckeye North Buckeye
South Buckeye Sun Valley Buckeye West Buckeye
90,000
Population
80,000
70,000
60,000
50,000
40,000
30,000
20,000
10,000
This Recreation Programming Plan is a key component of the 2025 Parks and Recreation Master Plan and is
also directly aligned with the City’s Imagine Buckeye General Plan 2040. It is a natural evolution of the 2016
Parks and Recreation Master Plan and linked to the Department’s current Three-Year Strategic Plan efforts
by the Department. While this Recreation Programming Plan can function as a standalone document, several
pieces of planning data and information are featured in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan that were key to
creating this plan.
The City provides Parks and Recreation assets and services primarily to residents of Buckeye, Arizona, though
residents of surrounding communities are also able to visit Department parks and participate in programs. In
2024, the population of Buckeye is estimated to be 119,110, with a significant annual growth rate of 7.10% over
the past three years.
Buckeye is the largest city geographically in the State of Arizona with a 640-square-mile planning area with
approximately 400 square miles annexed into the City. Therefore, to better understand the needs for a city of
this size, Buckeye was subdivided into seven different and distinct areas. Each of these areas have nuances
and differences in their population segments, which impacts the way the City should deliver Parks and
Recreation facilities, programs, and services. Buckeye’s city boundaries and these seven distinct areas are
identified in the maps below.
In the chart below, each of Buckeye’s population segments are analyzed for their population growth and
projections from 2010 to 2038. While Buckeye as a whole is growing in population, Central and East Buckeye
specifically make up a large portion of the city. These population sections and overall population growth need
to be accounted for when considering who is being served by this programming plan.
City of Buckeye Segments
City of Buckeye Service Area
Relationship to Other Plans
Who We Serve
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Program and Service Determinants
The City of Buckeye’s Recreation Division (“Division”) was established within the Community Services
Department in March 2001; however, the City has been offering recreational opportunities as a service of the
local library, parks, and the Aquatic Center for more than half a century. In 2004, the City committed three
full-time positions ( Recreation Manager, Recreation Coordinator and Recreation Programmer) to establish
the division. The initial programs offered were summer recreation programs, swim lessons, and nine special
interest classes.
Today, the Division employs 17 full-time staff and more than 200 seasonal employees. It is responsible
for before and after school programs, summer recreation programs, a preschool program, recreation
center operations, aquatic programming, youth sports, adult sports, outdoor programming, fitness
programming, and special interest lifelong learning classes. The Division also works closely with other
divisions within the Community Services Department to offer recreation and leisure opportunities to
persons of all ages and abilities such as the Senior Center, Events, Parks, Arts & Culture, and Library
Divisions. The Division has grown exponentially since its inception in 2001 with over 900 classes offered
annually, 11 Before & After School Program sites, 5,000 participants in youth sports annually, and
hundreds of thousands of facility visitors.
The Community Services Department has a total of 10 parks (two community parks, one neighborhood
park, five pocket parks, one special use park, and one regional park) for a total of 156 active acres
(including the trailhead and trails at Skyline Regional Park) and 8,675 passive, open space acres. In
addition, the Parks Division maintains two cemeteries (Hazelton and Liberty Cemeteries) and two large
parcels that are not open to the public. The Department operates two recreation centers; the Dr. Saide
Recreation Center is 8,067 square feet in size with a large multi-purpose room, lounge, small kitchen, and
classroom, while the Sundance Recreation Center is 6,176 square feet in size with three multi-purpose
classrooms, staff space, and an outdoor patio. The Senior Center is 9,632 square feet in size with a large
multi-purpose room, a newly renovated and expanded industrial kitchen, a classroom, and staff space.
The Aquatic Center features a water slide, high dive, low dive, and water play features. There are two
libraries that have a total of 23,076 square feet, community rooms, computers, and a museum which
houses Buckeye’s most treasured historical artifacts. The Department maintains strong partnerships and
Intergovernmental Agreements with the Buckeye Elementary School District, the Buckeye High School
District, Wickenburg Unified School District, and the Saddle Mountain Unified School District for shared
use of facilities which supplements the available facilities used for recreation program offerings.
In 2024, the Division added its first Inclusion Coordinator position. Although the Department makes
accommodations in every program it offers, this is the first dedicated position for inclusion, which will
allow the Department to analyze and evaluate its current services, staff trainings, and processes and
facilitate better inclusion in existing Community Services programs. The Division makes the Buckeye
community’s health and wellness its primary focus by offering comprehensive programs and services
to persons of varying ages and abilities through highly trained employees that benefits our residents’
mental, physical, and social health. The Department values constant input and feedback from customers
and seeks out alternative funding opportunities, such as grants and sponsorships, that allows us to
enhance our programs with minimal financial impact to users.
The Department provides opportunities for residents and visitors to participate in activities rooted in the
foundation of health and wellness, play, and recreation. Through a broad range of services, activities, and
programs for serving all ages and interests, the Department creates a framework for the development of
activities that serves children, teens, adults, and individuals with disabilities or those in need of special
accommodations; this includes programming options for ages 50+, youth camps, special interest classes,
sports activities and camps, arts and cultural programming, and environmental education. The Department
also puts on several popular community events such as Concerts in the Park, Spring Celebration, Halloween
Carnival, the Buckeye Air Fair, and the Buckeye Marathon. The programs offered in Buckeye parks and
facilities are structured, developed, and based on the interest/feedback of residents and participants while
still incorporating the Department’s vision, mission, and goals.
Physical
Mental
Emotional
Social
Environmental
Conceptual Foundations of
Play, Recreation, Health,
and Wellness
Programs offered by the Department are
influenced by foundational concepts of
play, recreation, health, and wellness. When
planning or evaluating new programs,
programmers use public feedback methods
that allow the community to give input on how
their recreation needs are best served; this
includes random surveying of the community,
post program surveys, focus groups, and
intercept surveys at facilities and parks to
determine programming success and viability.
To help serve the needs, the Department
created core program areas that group
programs by likeness and type. Each core
program area has clearly stated objectives and
goals that help bring to light these foundational
concepts. This ensures that all facets of
community wellness are enhanced in the
services provided, including:
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Constituent Interests and Desired Needs
With a commitment to create a community where everyone belongs and feels included in public services,
the Department has offered programs ranging from seniors to teens, special events, and is beginning to
add adaptive programming designed to serve identified under-served populations. The Master Planning
process in 2024 included significant community engagement, both qualitative and quantitative. Much of
this engagement was focused on better understanding and identifying community interests and needs for
recreational programming.
Participant Involvement
In addition to the community outreach techniques used by the Department, relationships and partnerships have
been developed with several citizen-based organizations, boards, and members to help create a constituent-
centered culture as it relates to programs, services, and community needs. This includes the following:
• Agua Fria Union High School District
• Litchfield Elementary School District
• Saddle Mountain Unified School District
• Buckeye Union High School District
• Liberty Elementary School District
• Wickenburg Unified School District
• Buckeye Elementary School District
• Buckeye Women’s Club
• Buckeye Little League
• Buckeye Hawks Youth Football
• Buckeye Youth Council
• Senior Center Group
• State 48 Soccer Club
• Local Non-Profit Organizations
• Local Religious Organizations
• Development Partners Group
• Buckeye Homeowners Associations (HOAs)
• Buckeye Main Street Coalition
• Flood Control District of Maricopa
County
• Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
• US Fish & Wildlife Service
• Bureau of Reclamation
• Arlington Canal Company
• AZ Game & Fish Department
• Community Services Advisory Board
• Buckeye Valley Chamber Business Connect
• Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce
• Buckeye Civic Institute
• White Tank Mountains Conservancy
• Planning & Zoning Commission
• Roosevelt Irrigation District
• Bureau of Land Management
• Buckeye Water Conservation
and Drainage District
Stakeholders and User Groups
Understanding the current state of Parks and Recreation services was developed through a series of key
stakeholder interviews and focus group discussions with the stakeholders mentioned above, as well as
multiple public meetings, a statistically valid survey, an online survey, community pop-up outreach, and
online comments through the crowd-sourcing project website at planbuckeyeparks.com.
Experiences Desirable for Clientele
To accomplish the goals of the Recreation Programming Plan and the Department’s aforementioned mission
statement, the Department complies with a non-discrimination policy and encourages inclusion for all people
regardless of their ability. Equity of access is also in focus with adaptive programming and mapping locations
of programs to ensure better access close to home (refrence maps on page 285-290). The Department, as a
result, will continue enacting the best practice of meeting the community where they are to engage a variety
of age groups via access to programming.
To continue serving residents successfully, the Department must understand the community’s interests,
attitudes, behaviors, income, age, family composition, and educational needs. Resident needs combined with
historical demand and emerging trends are also used to determine program offerings. This can be maintained
as a regular practice through the use of customer experience surveys, ongoing community feedback
opportunities via the Department website and social media platforms, and through other formal community
feedback gathering methodologies.
Commitment to Community Education for the Leisure Process
The Department is committed to understanding the conceptual foundations of play, recreation, and leisure,
as well as ensuring that participants understand those foundations. With leisure, recreation, and play
elements all available within the Department’s programming offerings, the Department strives to ensure that
participants feel seen and provided for, regardless of their specific recreation needs. There are a number of
reasons that one might participate in a recreation activity and a number of benefits that participation might
deliver; the Department, in turn, is committed to educating participants through the planning and design of
its programming. With physical health benefits, mental health benefits, and social benefits being produced
from the Department’s programming, the Department is vigilant in providing transparency in its offerings and
ensuring that participants understand the full extent of what is offered to them.
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In addition to understanding what residents want out of Buckeye’s programming, the Department has also
worked to identify programs and facilities offered by other entities/organizations within the community that
may serve as competition. Researching the similar providers including type of programs that currently exist,
the amenities of the facility, who they are serving, times offered, and the cost to the constituents throughout
the city and neighboring municipalities allows for greater efficiency and program success. As a result of the
research, the Department will offer programs that are not currently available through those organizations or
offer the existing programs due to the popularity and demand of the program/activity.
Community opportunities include working with external organizations to offer specialized unique programs
that the Department would not otherwise be able to provide. These partnerships help meet the needs of the
communities and bring together a variety of groups to work for a common cause, program, or event. Collaborating
with external organizations allows agencies to share costs, increase reach to new customers, and strengthen
programs through shared expertise. A list of tracked similar providers can be found in the following section.
With a focus on fitness, health and wellness, adaptive recreation, and senior services, the Department
inherently provides enrichment to its participants while making those same participants feel as if their specific
recreation needs are a priority. Therefore, the following are general outcomes that the Department will
strive to deliver through the design, development, and implementation of its activities and programs.
Recreation Programming Providers
Organization
Address
Service Area
Location
Operator
CCV Stars - Verrado
Verrado Main Street District,
Buckeye, AZ 85396
2 miles
Buckeye
CCV Stars
City of Avondale Parks
and Recreation
11465 W Civic Ctr Dr,
Avondale, AZ 85323
Varies
Avondale
City of Avondale
City of Goodyear Parks
and Recreation
420 S. Estrella Pkwy,
Goodyear, AZ 85338
Varies
Goodyear
City of Goodyear
City of Surprise Parks
and Recreation
15960 N Bullard Ave,
Surprise, AZ 85374
Varies
Surprise
City of Surprise
Estrella Gymnastics
14200 W Van Buren St, c101,
Goodyear, AZ 85338
2 miles
Goodyear
Estrella Gymnastics
Hey Let’s Go Play Flag
Football
N 303rd Ave,
Buckeye, AZ 85396
2 miles
Buckeye
Hey Let’s Go Play Flag Football
Lee’s ATA Martial Arts
Buckeye Campus
1480 S Watson Rd,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
2 miles
Buckeye
Lee’s ATA Martial Arts
State 48 Futbol Club
20895 W. Hamilton St,
Buckeye, AZ 85396
2 miles
Buckeye
State 48 FC Verrado
Sundance Active Adult
Community
930 S Sundance Pkwy,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
2 miles
Buckeye
Sundance Adult Village
Homeowners Association
Visual Abstract Dance
Acadamy
3028 North Point Ridge Rd,
Buckeye, AZ 85396
2 miles
Buckeye
Visual Abstract Dance Academy
School, Daycare, and Youth Programming Providers
Organization
Address
Service Area
Location
Operator
Buckeye Elementary
Preschool
640 E Centre Ave,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
2 miles
Buckeye
Buckeye Elementary School District
Buckeye Family Resource
Center
210 S 6th St, Building 700,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
3 miles
Buckeye
Buckeye Family Resource Center
Child Enrichment Center
Preschool
30919 W. White Tank Vista Dr,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
2 miles
Buckeye
First Southern Baptist Church
Creative Arts and
Programming Academy
18819 W. Coolidge St,
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
3 miles
Litchfield
Park
Creative Arts and Programming
Academy
Garden City Child
Development Center
406 N 1st St,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
2 miles
Buckeye
Garden City Child Development
Center
Grace Fellowship Academy
6500 S Miller Rd, Building D,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
2 miles
Buckeye
Grace Fellowship Academy
Head Start Preschool
113 E Centre Ave,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
2 miles
Buckeye
Head Start
Iliad Academy Preschool
20909 W Yuma Rd,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
2 miles
Buckeye
Iliad Academy Preschool
Tender Care Creative
Center
705 East Baseline Rd,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
2 miles
Buckeye
Tender Care Creative Center
The Goddard School of
Buckeye
4320 N. School Hill Rd,
Buckeye, Arizona 85396
2 miles
Buckeye
The Goddard School
Young Hearts Preschool -
Roosevelt Campus
555 S Jackrabbit Trl,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
2 miles
Buckeye
Great Hearts Academies
Develop healthy citizens and communities through active living programs
Expand resources through partnership opportunities
Cultivate stewards of
environmental resources
Provide equal access for all residents
Provide safe facilities and programs
Create lifelong learning programs
Build communities through quality facilities,
exceptional programs, and events
Encourage cultural awareness
Similar Provider Market Analysis
This section (outlined on the following pages) summarizes the inventory, classification, and service areas
of publicly accessible community and recreation facilities, recreation programming providers, and youth
programming providers in and near Buckeye.
Community and Recreation Centers
Organization
Address
Service Area
Location
Operator
Boys and Girls Club-
Bob Bové Branch
301 E. Western Ave,
Avondale, AZ 85323
2 miles
Avondale
Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley
Planet Fitness Buckeye
1341 S Watson Rd,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
3 miles
Buckeye
Planet Fitness
Sage Recreation
Center and Pool
26501 W Desert Vista Blvd,
Buckeye, AZ 85396
2 miles
Buckeye
Sun City Festival
Saguaro Recreation Center
26275 W Morrow Dr,
Buckeye, AZ 85396
2 miles
Buckeye
Sun City Festival
Southwest Family YMCA
2919 N Litchfield Rd,
Goodyear, AZ 85395
2 miles
Goodyear
YMCA
Sundance Active Adult
Recreation Center
930 S Sundance Pkwy,
Buckeye, AZ 85326
2 miles
Buckeye
Sundance Adult Village
Homeowners Association
The Center on Main
4239 N Village St,
Buckeye, AZ 85396
2 miles
Buckeye
Verrado Community Association
Victory Club
5325 N Verrado Wy,
Buckeye, AZ 85396
2 miles
Buckeye
Verrado Community Association
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Community Profile
A community profile of the residents served in Buckeye is key to understanding the requirements of a
Recreation Programming Plan. Combining the demographics of Buckeye residents, as well as the recreational
trends observed from that population, allows for the Department to better serve their participants with
tailored programming. Demographic data used for the analysis was obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau
and from Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI), the largest research and development
organization dedicated to Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and specializing in population projections
and market trends.
Demographic Overview
To provide context for the Department’s programming portfolio and who is served, the 2024 Population
Demographics of the City of Buckeye was included in the full Parks and Recreation Master Plan and is
summarized below. This assessment is reflective of the City’s total population and its key characteristics such
as age, race, and income levels. Similarly, a full analysis of the City’s Market Potential Index (MPI) for different
activities was also conducted and can be found in the full Parks and Recreation Master Plan. This data
provides the Department a better understanding of the community they serve and the demographics that
may drive residents’ participation.
Along with the demographic analysis and national trends for programming in Section 2.2, additional
considerations include a community needs assessment, geographic area needs, target market abilities and
experiences, Department goals, and City initiatives. All these components affect the selection and content of
programs and services offered each season.
Community Needs Assessment Considerations
A City-wide survey was completed in the Spring of 2024 that both reaffirmed resident needs and trends for
recreation within the City, as well as highlighted some newer recreational opportunities that the Department
can focus on in the future. Per this survey, city residents remain supportive of the park and recreation services
provided by the Department, with high usage numbers (87% of respondents have used a park and 77% of
respondents have visited a Department facility in the last year).
The survey showed that during the past year, 34% of households have participated in programs/events offered
by the Buckeye Community Services Department, while 66% have not.
Respondents rated the overall quality of the Buckeye Community Services Department programs and
activities as mostly good (54%), excellent (25%), or fair (18%).
Q4. Have you or other members of your
household participated in any recreation
programs/activities offered by the City of
Buckeye during the past 12 months?
by percentage of respondents
Q4a. How would you rate the overall
quality of programs/activities that you
or members of your household have
participated in during the past 12 months?
by percentage of respondents (excluding “not provided”)
Population
• 2024 Population:
119,110
• Annual growth rate:
7.10%
• Total Households:
34,663
Age
• Median age: 34.5
• Largest age
segment: 35-54
• Continued growth
of 0-17 population
through 2038
Race and
Ethnicity
• 57% White Alone
• 7% Black or African
American
• 39% Hispanic/
Latino
Income
• Median Household:
$91,360
• Per Capita: $35,674
• Continued economic
growth through
2038
Population Demographics
2024 Buckeye Population Demographics
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To understand the types of programs that residents preferred, the survey also included a question that
resulted in a Priority Investment Rating (PIR) for each type of programming in Buckeye. The results (listed
below) showed that residents had the highest priority for hobby and interest classes, while also having a high
priority for fitness programs, special events and festivals, art programs, and family programming.
Top Priorities for Programs and Activities Based on Priority
Investment Rating
Furthermore, responses were used to indicate the need for specific program and activity types in Buckeye.
This question garnered results like the programming PIR, with special events and festivals, hobby and interest
classes, fitness programs, and art programs being the most in need.
Q12. Need for programs and activities.
by percentage of respondents who indicated they had a need
Top Priorities for Programs and Activities Based on Priority Investment Rating
Hobby/Interest Classes
Fitness Programs
Special Events/Festivals
Art Programs
Art Performances
Family Programming
Educational Classes/Lectures
Nature Programs/Environmental Education
Mobile or “Pop-Up” Programs
Swim Lessons/Aquatic Safety Education
Adult Sports
Water Fitness Programs
Older Adult/Senior Social Programs
Dog Park Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Extreme Sports (Rope Climbing, Rock Climbing)
Youth Sports Programs
Science/Technology Programs
Teen Programs
Out of School Programs
Adaptive Recreation Programs
Preschool Programs
E-Sports Programs/Leagues/Tournaments
200
176
174
166
165
151
139
123
119
117
115
113
106
105
103
101
95
81
81
80
80
76
55
54
High Priority (120+) Medium Priority (60-119) Low Priority (0-59)
Special Events/Festivals
Hobby/Interest Classes
Fitness Programs
Art Programs
Art Performances
Nature Programs/Environmental Education
Educational Classes/Lectures
Water Fitness Programs
Swim Lessons/Aquatic Safety Education
Family Programming
Mobile or “Pop-Up” Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Adult Sports
Dog Park Programs
Older Adult/Senior Social Programs
Youth Sports Programs
Science/Technology Programs
Extreme Sports (Rope Climbing, Rock Climbing)
Out of School Programs
Teen Programs
Before or After School Care Programs
Preschool Programs
Adaptive Recreation Programs
E-Sports Programs/Leagues/Tournaments
74%
71%
66%
62%
61%
58%
58%
58%
57%
57%
56%
54%
54%
51%
49%
47%
43%
43%
42%
39%
38%
34%
33%
30%
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Youth Sports Programs
Swim Lessons/Aquatic Safety Education
Before or After School Care Programs
Dog Park Programs
Adaptive Recreation Programs
Preschool Programs
Out of School Programs
Special Events/Festivals
Adult Sports
Older Adult/Senior Social Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Fitness Programs
Water Fitness Programs
E-Sports Programs/Leagues/Tournaments
Hobby/Interest Classes
Art Programs
Teen Programs
Science/Technology Programs
Educational Classes/Lectures
Art Performances
Family Programming
Nature Programs/Environmental Education
Mobile or “Pop-Up” Programs
Extreme Sports
19%
18%
19%
15%
18%
14%
14%
11%
12%
14%
13%
11%
14%
11%
9%
11%
12%
11%
7%
9%
9%
9%
7%
8%
26%
29%
29%
26%
27%
31%
30%
36%
36%
30%
34%
34%
34%
34%
42%
43%
44%
44%
44%
38%
53%
52%
44%
46%
46%
65%
69%
29%
33%
30%
36%
34%
35%
22%
26%
22%
17%
20%
19%
20%
19%
17%
17%
18%
14%
18%
17%
15%
15%
19%
34%
27%
26%
38%
31%
30%
30%
30%
26%
28%
35%
29%
36%
35%
14%
14%
15%
13%
14%
13%
10%
8%
Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met
I Do Not Know What is Offered
Facilities Are Too Far from My Home
I Do Not Know the Locations
Too Busy
Offerings Do Not Meet My Interests
Times of Offerings are Inconvenient
Not Interested
Fees Are too High
Use Private Sports Clubs/Leagues
Classes/Programs/Events are Full
Lack of Quality Programming
Registration Process is Difficult
Lack of Transportation
I Use Services of Other Agencies
I Do Not Feel Safe
Language/Cultural/Age Barriers
No Safe Walking/Biking Routes
I Do Not Feel Welcome
Lack of Parking
Facilities are Not Well Maintained
None. There Are No Barriers
27%
14%
22%
19%
17%
16%
13%
11%
10%
8%
6%
5%
5%
4%
3%
3%
3%
3%
2%
1%
1%
In turn, when asked about how well needs are being met, respondents felt satisfied with many of Buckeye’s
program offerings. The highest percentage of ‘fully met’ or ‘mostly met’ responses belonged to youth sports
programs (45%), swim lessons and aquatic safety education (44%), before or after school care programs (41%),
dog park programs (37%), and adaptive recreation programs (35%).
Q12b. How well needs are met for programs and activities.
by percentage of respondents (excluding “no need”)
Respondents were also asked about the reasons why they may not participate in programs currently offered
by the Department. 27% of respondents stated that they did not know what was offered, while 22% said
Department facilities were too far from their home, and 19% said they did not know the locations of the
offerings. 14% of respondents said there were no barriers to their participation.
Q4b. Please check all the reasons why you have NOT participated in or do
not participate in programs offered by the City of Buckeye more often.
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made)
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Homeowners Associations (HOA)
Neighboring Cities
Private Fitness Centers
Churches or Other Religious Organizations
Maricopa County
Local Schools/Colleges/Universities
Private Sports Clubs/Leagues
None of These
53%
35%
27%
25%
20%
15%
15%
14%
12%
Top Choice 2nd Choice
Eye on Buckeye Publication
Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
Email Blasts/Newsletters
City Website
Program Fliers/Registration Forms
From Friends and Neighbors
Neighborhood/Civic Newsletters
Schools
Newspaper
Recreation Center Bulletin Boards
Television
Conversations With City Staff
61%
43%
28%
20%
8%
6%
5%
5%
2%
2%
1%
0%
Top Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice 4th Choice
Hobby/Interest Classes
Special Events/Festivals
Art Performances
Fitness Programs
Mobile or “Pop-Up” Programs
Nature Programs/Environmental Education
Art Programs
Family Programming
Educational Classes/Lectures
Water Fitness Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Adult Sports
Extreme Sports
Older Adult/Senior Social Programs
Science/Technology Programs
Swim Lessons/Aquatic Safety Education
Dog Park Programs
Teen Programs
Out of School Programs
Youth Sports Programs
Before or After School Care Programs
Preschool Programs
E-Sports Programs/Leagues/Tournaments
Adaptive Recreation Programs
28%
25%
22%
22%
21%
19%
16%
16%
13%
13%
13%
11%
11%
10%
10%
10%
9%
9%
9%
7%
7%
6%
4%
4%
Over half of respondents (53%) indicated that in the past year they have used the City of Buckeye for their
recreation programs and facilities, while 35% used HOAs and 27% used neighboring cities.
Q5. Please CHECK ALL of the organizations you or members of your
household use for recreation programs and facilities.
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made)
Households were also asked what two methods of communication they most prefer the City to use to
communicate about Parks and Recreation programs and events. Based on respondents’ top three choices,
over half prefer the Eye on Buckeye publication (61%), while social media (43%), and e-mail blasts/newsletters
(28%) represented the next most common responses.
Q9. Which two of the sources of information do you MOST prefer to use to
get information?
by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top two choices
Lastly, when asked which programs and activities were most important to their households, respondents
favored hobby/interest classes (28% total), special events/festivals (25%), art performances (22%), and fitness
programs (22%).
Q13. Programs and activities most important to households.
by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top four choices
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Surveys
Share Your
Big Idea
Focus Group/
Stakeholder Meeting
Participants
Pop-Up Event
Participants
Interactive Map
Comments
Statistically
Valid Surveys
524
1,068
20
63
248
1,068
325
Community
Outreach
Meeting Votes
Community Engagement Considerations
Also conducted within the scope of the Recreation Programming Plan was qualitative community
engagement. Beyond the statistically valid survey, several other methods of community engagement
were utilized, including a website survey and an interactive map tool (found at planbuckeyeparks.com),
focus groups, stakeholder meetings, community outreach meetings, social media engagement, and more.
The total amount of individual engagements (anyone who ‘liked’, shared, or commented on the website)
for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan exceeded 4,000, with the breakdown of each input being provided
in the figure below.
TOTAL INPUTS:4,305
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From these points of engagement, several key findings can be made that otherwise may not have been found
in the statistically valid community surveys alone. For example, the website survey and the statistically valid
survey each had varying preferences on Buckeye’s programming needs, pictured below.
PROGRAMS
Hobby/Interest Classes
Pickleball
Adult Sports
Art Performances/Events
Art Programs
Education Classes
Water Fitness Classes
Nature Classes
Fitness Classes
Adaptive Recreation
BMX/Biking
Intergenerational Programs
Performing Arts Classes
Teen Programs
North Buckeye
Sun Valley Parkway
West Buckeye
Central Buckeye
Historic Buckeye
South Buckeye
East Buckeye
Program “Gap” Mapping
The Department has initiated mapping of facilities where programs are offered, to ensure equity of access to
programs and services for all residents and participants. The following are maps that show the Department
facility locations within the City where Parks and Recreation programming is conducted, including recreation
centers and the Senior Center. Additionally, potential competitors that offer programming similar to that of
the Department in Buckeye are highlighted, including privately owned, publicly owned, and not-for-profit
organizations. The complete legend for each facility represented can be found on each map.
Based on industry best practices, service areas for each identified location were determined to be a 3-mile
radius, indicated by a circle around each facility; therefore, areas between those circles are identified as
potential gaps in service. If gaps are found in or near residential areas, the Department should look to develop
strategies to acquire or partner in locations to introduce programming to those underserved areas.
Program Service Gaps
1. Hobby/Interest Classes
2. Fitness Programs
3. Special Events/Festivals
4. Art Programs
5. Art Performances
6. Family Programming
7. Educational Classes/Lectures
8. Nature/Environmental Education
9. Mobile/Pop Up Programs
10. Swim Lessons/Aquatic Safety
Satisically-Valid Survey
Website Survey
1. Youth Sports
2. Fitness and Wellness Classes
3. Special Events/Festivals
4. Pickleball Lessons/Leagues
5. Adult Sports
6. Art Programs
7. Learn to Swim Programs
8. Hobby/Interest Classes
9. Arts Performances
10. Outdoor Fitness Programs
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Department Facilities
Department Facilities with Population Density
Sundance Recreation Center
Sundance Recreation Center
Dr. Saide Recreation Center
Dr. Saide Recreation Center
Earl Edgar Recreation Center
Earl Edgar Recreation Center
Buckeye Senior Center
Buckeye Senior Center
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Department Facilities with Population Growth Rate
Sundance Recreation Center
Dr. Saide Recreation Center
Earl Edgar Recreation Center
Sundance Recreation Center
Dr. Saide Recreation Center
Earl Edgar Recreation Center
Buckeye Senior Center
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City of Buckeye Senior Center and Age 55+ Population Density
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Similarly, we can see which programs have had high growth in terms of enrollment counts over the past six
fiscal years. The top 15 results can be seen below.
Total Program Enrollment Growth
Of the top programs in terms of total annual growth, Gymnastics (+1,200), Hiking (+846), Soccer (+802), Parkour
(+464), and Aquatics (+458) saw the largest jumps in yearly enrollment since FY18-19.
Several programs increased in enrollment simply due to the fact that they were not offered until well after
FY18-19 (like Parkour and Dog Training); the Department’s success in these categories should indicate a
continued investment in offerings. Alternatively, some program categories saw enrollment across both years
that was nowhere near their capacity, including Karate (-244), Camping (-75), and T-Ball (-71).
The following section is a detailed analysis of local trends for the Buckeye region, based specifically on data
from the Department. In order to quantify trends for specific activities and programs at a Departmental level,
program enrollment data for fiscal years FY18-19 to FY23-24 were analyzed. This data, gathered from the
Department’s web-based registration software, includes every program that was held by the Department for
the last six fiscal years, with specific attention paid to the programs that were held in most (or all) fiscal years
since FY18-19. By analyzing these specific programs and the attendance that they garnered, we can obtain a
better understanding of Buckeye residents’ desires when it comes to Parks and Recreation programming.
Within this analysis, individual programs were grouped into larger programmatic groups, such as ‘Aquatics’ or
‘Outdoor Fitness’, so as to fully understand the participation trends that Buckeye and the surrounding region
are experiencing in recreation offerings. This analysis utilizes several different data analyzation methods in
order to best understand Buckeye’s programmatic growth (or lack thereof) in specific areas. The following
subsections outline each of these methods. While this analysis offers a summary of this programming
portfolio’s performance over the last six years, the full dataset can be found in Appendix C.
Total Enrollment Count
By using the total enrollment count across the past six fiscal years, we can see the mainstays of programming
in Buckeye, and the programs that have brought major successes to the Department. The top 15 programs in
terms of total enrollment count for the last six fiscal years are shown below.
Total Program Enrollment
Within this section of the analysis, the clear front runners are Aquatics, Outdoor Fitness, and Soccer programs,
which brought in 11,127, 11,061, and 9,710 program enrollments respectively over the last six fiscal years.
Alternatively, some of the lowest total enrollment counts included programs like E-Sports (4), Aerobics (12),
and Bowling (Wii) (30), which is to be expected for more niche programs like these.
Category
FY 18-19
Total
Enrollment
FY 19-20
Total
Enrollment
FY20-21
Total
Enrollment
FY21-22
Total
Enrollment
FY22-23
Total
Enrollment
FY23-24
Total
Enrollment
Total
Enrollment
Aquatics
1,925
946
1,271
2,243
2,359
2,383
11,127
Outdoor Fitness
2,187
7,628
390
600
146
161
11,112
Soccer
1,644
896
1,050
1,734
1,940
2,446
9,710
Hiking
977
1,336
353
1,219
1,429
1,823
7,137
Gymnastics
331
375
115
904
1,272
1,531
4,528
Basketball
430
475
0
624
741
855
3,125
Baseball
240
262
268
403
446
485
2,104
Karate
517
400
63
430
363
273
2,046
Yoga
131
162
524
597
255
321
1,990
Teen Programming
71
113
210
621
890
0
1,905
Ballet
313
249
51
364
430
494
1,901
Flag Football
294
5
0
273
389
462
1,423
Zumba
6
2
428
514
201
169
1,320
Judo
223
152
0
185
235
185
980
Tap
172
139
32
176
173
220
912
Category
FY 18-19
Total
Enrollment
FY 19-20
Total
Enrollment
FY20-21
Total
Enrollment
FY21-22
Total
Enrollment
FY22-23
Total
Enrollment
FY23-24
Total
Enrollment
Total
Growth
since
FY18-19
Total
Percentage
Growth since
FY18-19
Gymnastics
331
375
115
904
1,272
1,531
1200
363%
Hiking
977
1,336
353
1,219
1,429
1,823
846
87%
Soccer
1,644
896
1,050
1,734
1,940
2,446
802
49%
Parkour
0
0
0
0
34
464
464
N/A
Aquatics
1,925
946
1,271
2,243
2,359
2,383
458
24%
Basketball
430
475
0
624
741
855
425
99%
Dog Training
0
0
0
0
65
279
279
N/A
Baseball
240
262
268
403
446
485
245
102%
Yoga
131
162
524
597
255
321
190
145%
Ballet
313
249
51
364
430
494
181
58%
Flag Football
294
5
0
273
389
462
168
57%
Zumba
6
2
428
514
201
169
163
2717%
Boxing
0
0
0
27
133
157
157
N/A
Fencing
0
0
0
44
155
110
110
N/A
Wrestling
0
0
0
0
101
95
95
N/A
= COVID Impact
= COVID Impact
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Total Enrollment Growth from FY21-22 to FY23-24
The total enrollment difference from FY21-22 to FY23-24 will allow us to see which program categories grew
the most (or least) since the beginning of post-COVID programming. While some programs grew greatly, other
programs may have had negative growth in terms of the amount of enrollment they have had while trying to
recover from the pandemic. The results for the top 15 in enrollment growth are shown below.
Program Enrollment Growth from FY21-22 to FY23-24
The heaviest growth in any program category post-COVID can be attributed to Soccer (+712), Gymnastics
(+627), Hiking (+604), Parkour (+464), and Dog Training (+279). While some of these categories’ growth
can be attributed to local trends, it will also be important to note where growth has been made due to
Departmental efforts in increasing programs and program capacity. On the other end of the growth spectrum,
several program categories saw major drop-offs in enrollment from FY21-22 to FY23-24; this includes Teen
Programming (-621), Outdoor Fitness (-495), Zumba (-345), Yoga (-276), and Karate (-157).
Category
FY 18-19
Total
Enrollment
FY 19-20
Total
Enrollment
FY20-21
Total
Enrollment
FY21-22
Total
Enrollment
FY22-23
Total
Enrollment
FY23-24
Total
Enrollment
Growth
since
COVID
Percentage
Growth since
COVID
Soccer
1,644
896
1,050
1,734
1,940
2,446
712
41%
Gymnastics
331
375
115
904
1,272
1,531
627
69%
Hiking
977
1,336
353
1,219
1,429
1,823
604
50%
Parkour
0
0
0
0
34
464
464
N/A
Dog Training
0
0
0
0
65
279
279
N/A
Basketball
430
475
0
624
741
855
231
37%
Flag Football
294
5
0
273
389
462
189
69%
Aquatics
1,925
946
1,271
2,243
2,359
2,383
140
6%
Ballet
313
249
51
364
430
494
130
36%
Boxing
0
0
0
27
133
157
130
481%
Wrestling
0
0
0
0
101
95
95
N/A
Baseball
240
262
268
403
446
485
82
20%
Dance Fitness
0
0
0
0
57
69
69
N/A
Fencing
0
0
0
44
155
110
66
150%
Pickleball
0
0
0
0
42
64
64
N/A
Program Capacity from FY18-19 to FY23-24
While total enrollment is useful to gauge program growth, it may also be advantageous to look at program
enrollment through a lens of capacity. The following table illustrates the average capacity of programming
groups across the last six fiscal years, which allows us to see which programming groups are staples of the
community that experience consistent participation demand. It is important to note: while it is impressive
for categories to have higher percentages of capacity, too high of capacity across multiple years may indicate
a need for a program to expand, as there is likely the capability of allowing more participants if the program
category has the resources required.
Program Capacity from FY18-19 to FY23-24
Over the past six fiscal years, T-Ball, Baseball, and Softball are the three most clear examples of program
categories that Buckeye can depend on to fill completely, with average capacities of 104%, 102%, and 99%
respectively since FY18-19. Other strong program categories in terms of program capacity include Soccer
(89%), Basketball (85%), Gymnastics (83%), and Football (79%), the latter of which would likely have an even
higher average if not for outlier data from FY19-20 and FY20-21.
Category
FY 18-19
Total
Enrollment
FY 19-20
Total
Enrollment
FY20-21
Total
Enrollment
FY21-22
Total
Enrollment
FY22-23
Total
Enrollment
FY23-24
Total
Enrollment
Percent Full
from FY18-19
to FY23-24
T-Ball
193
182
93
208
77
122
104%
Baseball
240
262
268
403
446
485
102%
Softball
62
67
93
92
155
128
99%
Soccer
1644
896
1050
1734
1940
2446
89%
Basketball
428
475
0
639
782
964
85%
Gymnastics
331
375
115
904
1272
1531
83%
Flag Football
294
5
0
273
389
462
79%
Tap
172
139
32
176
173
220
72%
Cheer
58
61
11
120
171
117
68%
Hip Hop
103
92
29
139
203
178
68%
Ballet
313
249
51
364
430
494
65%
Hiking
977
1336
353
1219
1429
1823
62%
Babysitting
21
25
15
24
30
31
55%
Aquatics
2113
1040
1349
2604
2752
2826
54%
Karate
517
400
63
430
363
273
54%
Diving
24
4
6
58
44
42
48%
Judo
223
152
0
185
235
185
48%
Camping
102
171
66
48
27
43%
Tennis
96
57
0
122
98
90
36%
Yoga
131
162
524
597
255
321
36%
Teen Programming
71
113
210
621
890
0
31%
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Due to the volatility of an event like COVID, it may still prove useful to analyze programs over the past 3 years,
rather than over the past 6 years. Average capacity across those years varied, as different programs likely felt
safer to attend after the first years of COVID, some program categories may have increased in popularity due
to COVID, and some programs may have decreased in capacity. The table below shows the top 15 program
categories in terms of capacity from FY21-22 to FY23-24.
Program Capacity Post-COVID
The trends from the last 3 fiscal years reflect the trends over the past 6 fiscal years, with some slight
differences. T-Ball (109%), Soccer (101%), and Baseball (101%) were all above capacity (including waitlisted
participants), while Football (98%), Softball (93%), and Gymnastics (84%) had similar high-capacity numbers.
Category
FY21-22 Total
Enrollment
FY22-23 Total
Enrollment
FY23-24 Total
Enrollment
Percent Full from
FY21-22 to FY23-24
T-Ball
208
77
122
109%
Soccer
1734
1940
2446
101%
Baseball
403
446
485
101%
Basketball
639
782
964
98%
Football
273
389
462
98%
Softball
92
155
128
93%
Gymnastics
904
1272
1531
84%
Tap
176
173
220
84%
Hip Hop
139
203
178
79%
Hiking
1219
1429
1823
76%
Ballet
364
430
494
72%
Aquatics
2604
2752
2826
72%
Cheer
120
171
117
69%
Diving
58
44
42
68%
Fencing
44
155
110
66%
Karate
430
363
273
62%
Growth in Terms of Capacity (FY18-19 to FY23-24)
It can also be useful to see the difference from a pre-pandemic programming portfolio to now; due to so
much change over the past six years, recreation and programming trends (even at the local level) can alter
drastically. The table below, as a result, shows the difference between FY18-19 capacity and FY23-24 capacity.
Program Capacity Growth
Since FY18-19, the change in capacity for several sports has increased greatly, while others have dropped.
Tennis led this category with a 45% growth of participation in terms of capacity from FY18-19 to FY23-24;
other program categories that led this category included Aquatics (36%), Babysitting (23%), and Zumba (18%).
Category
FY 18-19 Total
Enrollment
FY23-24 Total
Enrollment
Percent Full Growth
(FY18-19 to FY23-24)
Tennis
23%
68%
45%
Aquatics
34%
71%
36%
Babysitting
24%
47%
23%
Zumba
4%
22%
18%
Hip Hop
69%
85%
16%
Soccer
83%
97%
14%
Tap
76%
86%
10%
Cheer
77%
87%
9%
Flag Football
101%
105%
4%
Cooking
0%
0%
0%
Hiking
66%
64%
-2%
Ballet
80%
78%
-3%
T-Ball
102%
95%
-6%
Yoga
36%
28%
-8%
Softball
103%
94%
-9%
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Growth in Terms of Capacity Post-COVID (FY21-22 to FY23-24)
Lastly, the difference between FY21-22 capacity and FY23-24 capacity was analyzed to see the difference
from the first year of post-pandemic programming to now. While recreation trends seem to have made a
nearly full recovery from where they were at the beginning of the COVID pandemic, slight changes can still be
seen as a result.
Program Capacity Growth Post-COVID
For example, the most prominent growth since FY21-22 to now is within Cheer, which had a 41% jump in that
time period. Other program categories with considerable growth included Aquatics (24% change), Tennis (22%
change), Hip Hop dancing (18% change), and Ballet (11% change).
Category
FY21-22 Total
Enrollment
FY23-24 Total
Enrollment
Percent Full Growth
(FY21-22 to FY23-24)
Cheer
45%
87%
41%
Aquatics
47%
71%
24%
Tennis
46%
68%
22%
Hip Hop
67%
85%
18%
Basketball
80%
95%
15%
Ballet
67%
78%
11%
Tap
76%
86%
10%
Gymnastics
85%
91%
6%
Flag Football
101%
105%
4%
Special Olympics
13%
13%
1%
Cooking
0%
0%
0%
Preschool
0%
0%
0%
Boxing
54%
51%
-3%
Softball
100%
94%
-6%
Soccer
106%
97%
-9%
There are several potential conclusions to make from this data; however, some specific notes about the data
should be made. For example, while some programs had massive increases in program enrollment, that
growth may be due to increased Departmental efforts in those areas. Similarly, while some programs had a
jump in program enrollment in terms of capacity, this may be due to the Department simply offering more or
less capacity within those programs.
There are some clear trends within programming attendance in Buckeye: Aquatics programming has
increased greatly since FY18-19 but has slowed in growth since FY21-22. The Department has primarily grown
in youth and adult sports programming, including sports like Soccer and Gymnastics. Some categories have
grown rapidly in the past two years as well, giving the Department an idea of what residents want to see in
coming years. The complete dataset of all 66 program groups can be found in Appendix C.
While there are conclusions that could be made about this data, there are also some disclaimers that should
be made to mitigate any discrepancies in the data. For example, COVID-19 had a major effect on attendance
in most program areas, whether it resulted in (more commonly) the decreasing of program attendants or
the increasing of program necessity due to demand for outdoor spaces. Some programming categories,
like Outdoor Fitness, may have lower numbers than what was truly represented at programming due to the
drop-in nature of certain events. In terms of program capacity, major changes should be analyzed, as any
given change in programming could be due to an increase or decrease in facility capacity (like new parks
or recreation centers) to hold those programs. Additionally, a point of focus should be on those programs
identified as having the highest ‘Percent Full’, including T-Ball, Baseball, and Softball, as those programs will
need to be evaluated on a regular basis to ensure that capacity is increased by either offering more of those
programs or offering programs at different facilities.
Going forward, it is recommended that these trends are considered when developing yearly programming
portfolios for the Department. More specifically, it is also recommended that programs nearing capacity be
analyzed annually to ensure that program growth is encouraged and not stifled. While national trends can
be helpful in seeing the direction the Department may want to take, current and local programming will give
great insight to what the Department should offer to keep its residents satisfied.
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Existing Recreation Program Framework
The Department’s approach to program creation and implementation for its community and patrons has
a defined process. The processes of program development, implementation, planning considerations and
trends, objectives, and evaluation include many platforms and methods to deliver the best possible programs
and services.
In doing so, the Department conducts research and development on potential new programs based on
community feedback and expressed need, which contributes to ensuring a well-rounded and targeted user
experience. Components of the research and development include:
Peer agency analysis is conducted by looking at other Departments across Arizona and the country
Defining marketing methods to reach the target markets of the community
Historical program data gathered by the Department
Soliciting community feedback as part of events
Holding focus group meetings with specific user groups to solicit input on program offerings
Industry data on recreational trends
Reviewing post-program survey results for suggestions
Speaking with vendors, volunteers, and participants
Using the Age Segment and Lifecycle analysis, and other established criteria, program staff evaluate programs
on a regular and defined basis to determine program mix. A diagram of the program evaluation cycle and
program lifecycle is found below. During the Introductory Stages, program staff establish program goals,
design program scenarios and components, and develop the program operating/business plan. Regular
program evaluations help determine the future of a program.
If participation levels are still growing, continue to provide the program. When participation growth is slowing
(or non-existent) or competition increases, staff look at modifying the program to re-energize the customers
to participate. When program participation is consistently declining, staff should terminate the program and
replace it with a new program based on the public’s priority ranking and/or program areas that are trending
nationally/locally, while taking into consideration the anticipated local participation percentage.
Program Development and Evaluation Flowchart
Program Development Stage
BEGINNING
Establish program
goals
Develop program
operating/
business plan
Design program
scenarios and
components
Conduct/operate
program
Program Evaluation Stage
Conduct regular evaluation based on established criteria
Declining
participation
Slow to no
participation
growth
Sustained/
growing
participation
Update program
goals/business
plan and
implement
Terminate program and replace with a
new program based on public priority
ranking, emerging trends, and anticipated
local participation percentage
Look at market potential,
emerging trends, anticipated
participation, priority rankings,
and evaluations to modify
program
Decline Stage
Mature/Saturated Stages
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Pricing strategies are one mechanism agencies can use to influence cost recovery. Overall, the degree to
which the Department uses various pricing strategies is rather varied, with areas of the Department utilizing
different approaches to program pricing. However, pricing tactics are primarily concentrated in residency
status, by cost recovery goals, and by the customer’s ability to pay.
Currently, the Core Program Area that utilizes the largest variety of pricing strategies are Youth Programs (6 out
of 10) followed by Aquatics, Special Interest Classes, and Youth Sports (all utilizing 4 pricing strategies out of the
10 listed). Moving forward, the Department should consider implementing some additional strategies, when
deemed appropriate, such as location rates (different pricing for different locations based on demand) or prime/
non-prime time rates (different pricing based on demand for specific times or dates), as they are both valuable
strategies when setting prices. However, it is important to understand where the Department is currently having
success in terms of pricing; while finding extra earned revenue is necessary, maintaining a good balance of
program costs without creating a price barrier for lower income participants should remain a priority.
Staff should continue to monitor the effectiveness of the various pricing strategies they employ and adjust
as necessary. It is also important to regularly monitor for local competitors as an increase in programming
competition may alter program pricing. The table below details pricing methods currently in place by each
Core Program Area and additional potential strategies to be implemented over time.
Pricing Strategies
Core Program Area
Age Segment
Family/
Household Status
Residency
Weekday/
Weekend
Prime /
Non-Prime Time
Group Discounts
By Location
By Competition
(Market Rate)
By Cost
Recovery Goals
By Customer’s
Ability to Pay
Adaptive Recreation
Adult Sports
Aquatics
Library
Outdoor Programming
Rental Space
Senior Services
Special Events
Special Interest Classes
Youth Programs
Youth Sports
Once a program has been approved, the implementation may involve tasks that have been addressed by
the City or Department in the form of policies and procedures. An important step in the process is to ensure
implementation is aligned with policies and procedures. Implementation also includes risk management,
registration, program information, marketing, evaluation, and performance reports.
Registration
Program participants can register either in person at Buckeye’s recreation centers or the Senior Center, or via
the web-based registration software at azbuckeyeweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/splash.html. This online
registration portal gathers all pertinent participant and payee information in addition to generating the
required waiver and release forms necessary for participation. All waivers and release forms must be signed
and submitted before an individual can participate in programs.
Program Information
Program information can be found in the following locations:
1. Department website: buckeyeaz.gov/community/residents/parks-recreation/about-us
2. Registration portal: azbuckeyeweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/splash.html
3. The Eye on Buckeye Publication, a printed quarterly guide that is mailed to all Buckeye households and is
also available online.
4. Recreation newsletter that is emailed weekly to a list of over 13,000 residents.
5. Announcements and reminders for program information can also be found on the Department’s social
media outlets, in newsletters, and on posted signage at Department facilities.
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Program Promotion
The Department utilizes a broad range of marketing strategies to get the word out about programming,
including some strategies used across all core program areas (like the Department’s website, flyers and
brochures, newsletters, and QR codes). The marketing strategies utilized within each Core Program Area are
shown below.
Marketing Strategies
Core Program Area
Program Guides
(print)
Program Guides
(online)
Website
Phone Enabled Site
Social Media
Flyers/Brochures
Direct Mail
Newsletters
Press Releases
Banners
Paid Ads
Radio (paid or free)
TV (paid or free)
SMS/Text Message
Marketing
In-Facility Signage
QR Codes
Adaptive Recreation
Adult Sports
Aquatics
Library
Outdoor Programming
Rental Space
Senior Services
Special Events
Special Interest Classes
Youth Programs
Youth Sports
It should be noted that the consulting team observed that Buckeye’s Community Services Department is
expansive in its marketing and promotions efforts, utilizing several strategies across a diverse set of media.
Additionally, it is noted that the Department’s management of its social media platforms is consistent and
a reliable avenue for increasing and maintaining program participation. The Department manages multiple
social media pages across various platforms, including devoted Department pages on Facebook, Instagram,
and X (Twitter), while also maintaining more specific recreation pages (including pages for Events, Libraries,
the Skyline Regional Park, and the Senior Center) on Facebook and Instagram.
Outreach to Diverse Underserved Populations
The Department is committed to ongoing outreach to serve diverse, underrepresented populations within
the Buckeye community. Through its own Core Program Areas (specifically, Adaptive Recreation and Senior
Services), the Department makes an intentional effort to offer programming to those with specific recreation
needs. Additionally, through its marketing and outreach efforts, feedback has been gathered to understand
the gaps in the community, where participants are not being reached, and why they are not being reached.
Though intentional effort is made to sustain current popular program offerings, the Department is committed
to soliciting and interacting with diverse, underserved populations within its own community to understand
what programming should be offered to reach those underserved populations.
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Teen and Youth Programs
Program
Demographic
Scope of Opportunity
Participation
Level
Dimension
1 Degree
of Physical
Involvement
Dimension
2 Primary
Functions
Program Delivery
Model
Five-Year Plan
Location(s)
Phys.
Edu.
Pre-School
Youth
Teen
Adult
Sr. Adult
Special Needs
Skill Development
Physical Development
Relaxation
Cultural
Clubs
Tournaments
Single
Small Group
Large Group
Moderate
Intense
Moderate
Intense
Physical
Educational
Social
Creative
General Supervision
Structural Leadership
Facilitator
Fee-Based
Outreach to Targeted
Population
Add New
Increase/Improve
Maintain
Reduce
Eliminate
Before and After School
Enrichment Program -
B.A.S.E (K-8th) Licensed
Various Buckeye Elementary and Saddle Mountain
School District Schools
Lil Squirts Preschool
(3-5 years old) Licensed
Dr. Saide Recreation Center
Summer Lil Squirts Preschool
(3-5 years old) Licensed
Dr. Saide Recreation Center
Summer Rec
(1st-8th grade) non-licensed
Various Buckeye Elementary and Saddle Mountain
School District Schools
Summer Camp Program
(1st-8th grade) Licensed
Various Buckeye Elementary and Saddle Mountain
School District Schools
Spring Break Camp
(K-8th grade) Licensed
Various Buckeye Elementary and Saddle Mountain
School District Schools
Winter Break Camp
(K-8th grade) Licensed
Various Buckeye Elementary and Saddle Mountain
School District Schools
Fall Break Camp
(K-8th grade) Licensed
Various Buckeye Elementary and Saddle Mountain
School District Schools
Drop Zone - Teen Rec Center
Programming
Dr. Saide Recreation Center
Teen Field Trips
Dr. Saide Recreation Center
Teen Splash Night
Buckeye Aquatic Center
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Aquatic Programs
Program
Demographic
Scope of Opportunity
Participation
Level
Dimension
1 Degree
of Physical
Involvement
Dimension
2 Primary
Functions
Program Delivery
Model
Five-Year Plan
Location(s)
Phys.
Edu.
Pre-School
Youth
Teen
Adult
Sr. Adult
Special Needs
Skill Development
Physical Development
Relaxation
Cultural
Clubs
Tournaments
Single
Small Group
Large Group
Moderate
Intense
Moderate
Intense
Physical
Educational
Social
Creative
General Supervision
Structural Leadership
Facilitator
Fee-Based
Outreach to Targeted
Population
Add New
Increase/Improve
Maintain
Reduce
Eliminate
Instructional Classes
(Lifeguard, etc.)
Buckeye Aquatic Center
Rentals
Buckeye Aquatic Center
Drop-In Open Swim
Buckeye Aquatic Center
Water Aerobics
Buckeye Aquatic Center
High School Swim Clinic
Buckeye Aquatic Center
Tot Swim Time
Buckeye Aquatic Center
Special Olympics Swim Team
Buckeye Aquatic Center
Lap Swim
Buckeye Aquatic Center
Night Swim
Buckeye Aquatic Center
Jr. Lifeguard Program
Buckeye Aquatic Center
Bullfrog Rec Swim Team
Buckeye Aquatic Center
Beluga Rec Swim Team
Buckeye Aquatic Center
April Pools Day -
Water Safety Day
Buckeye Aquatic Center
Swim Lessons
Buckeye Aquatic Center
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Program
Demographic
Scope of Opportunity
Participation
Level
Dimension
1 Degree
of Physical
Involvement
Dimension
2 Primary
Functions
Program Delivery
Model
Five-Year Plan
Location(s)
Phys.
Edu.
Pre-School
Youth
Teen
Adult
Sr. Adult
Special Needs
Skill Development
Physical Development
Relaxation
Cultural
Clubs
Tournaments
Single
Small Group
Large Group
Moderate
Intense
Moderate
Intense
Physical
Educational
Social
Creative
General Supervision
Structural Leadership
Facilitator
Fee-Based
Outreach to Targeted
Population
Add New
Increase/Improve
Maintain
Reduce
Eliminate
Independence Day Celebration
Youngker High School
Halloween Carnival
Earl Edgar Recreational Facility
Fall Demolition Derby
Buckeye Arena
Veterans Day Parade
Monroe Ave.
Magic on Monroe Tree
6th St. Plaza
Buckeye Marathon
Buckeye Airport
Buckeye Air Fair
Buckeye Airport
Veterans Lift Up
Odyssey High School
Dog Days of Buckeye
Sundance Park
Spring Celebration
Sundance Park
Melodrama
Youngker High School
Memorial Day Celebration
Cemetery
Concerts in the Park
Various City of Buckeye Parks
Movie in the Park
Various City of Buckeye Parks
Cotton Fest
Downtown Buckeye Monroe Ave.
Glow on Monroe Parade
Downtown Buckeye Monroe Ave.
Buckeye Days
Downtown Buckeye Monroe Ave.
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Program
Demographic
Scope of Opportunity
Participation
Level
Dimension
1 Degree
of Physical
Involvement
Dimension
2 Primary
Functions
Program Delivery
Model
Five-Year Plan
Location(s)
Phys.
Edu.
Pre-School
Youth
Teen
Adult
Sr. Adult
Special Needs
Skill Development
Physical Development
Relaxation
Cultural
Clubs
Tournaments
Single
Small Group
Large Group
Moderate
Intense
Moderate
Intense
Physical
Educational
Social
Creative
General Supervision
Structural Leadership
Facilitator
Fee-Based
Outreach to Targeted
Population
Add New
Increase/Improve
Maintain
Reduce
Eliminate
Judo
Sundance Rec Center
Karate – Beginning Level
Sundance Rec Center
Karate – Intermediate Level
Sundance Rec Center
Fencing
Sundance Rec Center
Pickleball
Buckeye and Youngker High School
Tennis
Buckeye and Youngker High School
Boxing
Sundance Rec Center
Parkour
Sundance Rec Center
Dog Training
Sundance Park
Tap/Ballet Combo
Sundance Rec Center
Hip Hop Dance
Sundance Rec Center
Ballet/Jazz Combo
Sundance Rec Center
Hip Hop/Cheer
Sundance Rec Center
Latin Dance Aerobics
Dr. Saide Recreation Center
Tiny Tot Ballet and Tumble
Sundance Rec Center
Gymnastics
Sundance Rec Center
Tai Chi
Sundance Rec Center
Ninja Warrior
Sundance Rec Center
RC Flying
Heritage Park
Ceramic Creations
Sundance Rec Center
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Program
Demographic
Scope of Opportunity
Participation
Level
Dimension
1 Degree
of Physical
Involvement
Dimension
2 Primary
Functions
Program Delivery
Model
Five-Year Plan
Location(s)
Phys.
Edu.
Pre-School
Youth
Teen
Adult
Sr. Adult
Special Needs
Skill Development
Physical Development
Relaxation
Cultural
Clubs
Tournaments
Single
Small Group
Large Group
Moderate
Intense
Moderate
Intense
Physical
Educational
Social
Creative
General Supervision
Structural Leadership
Facilitator
Fee-Based
Outreach to Targeted
Population
Add New
Increase/Improve
Maintain
Reduce
Eliminate
Musical Minis
Sundance Rec Center
Paint and Sip
Sundance Rec Center
Art for Youth
Sundance Rec Center
Canvas Kidz
Sundance Rec Center
Watercolor Art
Sundance Rec Center
Intro to Guitar
Sundance Rec Center
Musical Theatre
Sundance Rec Center
Non-League Basketball Class
Various Locations
Non-League Volleyball Class
Various Locations
Non-League Soccer Class
Sundance Park
ABC’s of Soccer
Sundance Park and Dr. Saide Rec Center (Summer)
T-Ball Fundamentals
Sundance Park and Dr. Saide Rec Center (Summer)
Soccer and T-Ball
Sundance Park and Dr. Saide Rec Center (Summer)
Multi-Sport
Sundance Park and Dr. Saide Rec Center (Summer)
Babysitting Safety
Sundance Rec Center
Web Design
Sundance Rec Center
CPR and First Aid
Sundance Rec Center
Computer Repair
Sundance Rec Center
Fitness in the Park
Sundance Park, Tartesso Park, and Festival Foothills
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SIC Programs at Skyline Regional Park
Program
Demographic
Scope of Opportunity
Participation
Level
Dimension
1 Degree
of Physical
Involvement
Dimension
2 Primary
Functions
Program Delivery
Model
Five-Year Plan
Location(s)
Phys.
Edu.
Pre-School
Youth
Teen
Adult
Sr. Adult
Special Needs
Skill Development
Physical Development
Relaxation
Cultural
Clubs
Tournaments
Single
Small Group
Large Group
Moderate
Intense
Moderate
Intense
Physical
Educational
Social
Creative
General Supervision
Structural Leadership
Facilitator
Fee-Based
Outreach to Targeted
Population
Add New
Increase/Improve
Maintain
Reduce
Eliminate
Stargazing for Everyone
Skyline Regional Park
Hiking Yoga
Skyline Regional Park
Horseback Riding
Skyline Regional Park
Campfire Sing-Along
Skyline Regional Park
All About Mammals
Skyline Regional Park
Full Moon Hike
Skyline Regional Park
Venomous Creatures Hike
Skyline Regional Park
Skyline Birds of a Prey
Skyline Regional Park
Dutch Oven Cooking
Skyline Regional Park
BARK in the Park
Skyline Regional Park
Jingle Bell Hike
Skyline Regional Park
Jurassic Hike at Skyline
Skyline Regional Park
24-Hour Desert Survival
Skyline Regional Park
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Sports/Athletics
Program
Demographic
Scope of Opportunity
Participation
Level
Dimension
1 Degree
of Physical
Involvement
Dimension
2 Primary
Functions
Program Delivery
Model
Five-Year Plan
Location(s)
Phys.
Edu.
Pre-School
Youth
Teen
Adult
Sr. Adult
Special Needs
Skill Development
Physical Development
Relaxation
Cultural
Clubs
Tournaments
Single
Small Group
Large Group
Moderate
Intense
Moderate
Intense
Physical
Educational
Social
Creative
General Supervision
Structural Leadership
Facilitator
Fee-Based
Outreach to Targeted
Population
Add New
Increase/Improve
Maintain
Reduce
Eliminate
Soccer (4-14 years)
Sundance Park
Jr. Suns Youth Basketball
League (4-14 years) (Summer)
Local High School and Elementary Gymnasiums
Jr. Suns Youth Basketball
League (4-14 years) (Winter)
Tartesso Community Park and Elementary School
T-Ball
Earl Edgar Park
Coach Pitch
Earl Edgar Park
Kid Pitch
Earl Edgar Park
Fast Pitch
Earl Edgar Park
Softball
Earl Edgar Park
Flag Football (4-14 years)
Earl Edgar Park
Special Olympics
Sundance Park and Earl Edgar Park,
then compete across the Valley
Adult Men’s Soccer League
Sundance Park
Adult Co-Ed and Mens Softball
Leagues
Sundance Park
Rusty Spurs - Adult Softball
(50+ years)
Sundance Park
Jingle Ball Bash Tournament
Sundance Park
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Recreation Program Analysis
As a key component of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, the consulting team conducted a Recreation
Program Analysis of the services offered by Buckeye’s Community Services Department (“Department”). The
assessment offers an in-depth perspective of program and service offerings and helps identify strengths,
challenges, and opportunities regarding programming, including identifying and creating goals and
performance measures for the Department’s Core Program Areas.
These program findings and recommendations are based on a review of information provided by the
Department including program descriptions, financial data, website content, and discussions with staff. This
report addresses the program offerings from a systems perspective for the entire portfolio of programs.
Framework
The Department provides a broad range of recreational activities. These program offerings are supported
with dedicated spaces which include parks, trails, recreation facility, Aquatics Center, Senior Center and more.
Core Program Area Definition
To help achieve the Department’s mission, it is important to identify Core Program Areas based on current
and future needs to create a sense of focus around specific program areas of greatest importance to the
community. Public recreation is challenged by the premise of being all things to all people. The philosophy of
the Core Program Area is to assist staff, policy makers, and the public to focus on what is most important to
the community. Program areas are considered as Core if they meet a majority of the following criteria:
The program area has been provided for a long period of time (over 4-5 years) and/or is expected by the
community.
The program area consumes a relatively large portion (5% or more) of the agency’s overall budget.
The program area is offered 3-4 seasons per year.
The program area has wide demographic appeal.
There is a tiered level of skill development available within the program area’s offerings.
There is full-time staff responsible for the program area.
There are facilities designed specifically to support the program area.
The agency controls a significant percentage (20% or more) of the local market.
Core Program Areas
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Description:
Provide an inclusive environment for participants to learn, socialize, and
engage in a variety of recreational sports programs while fostering a
sense of belonging and acceptance.
Program Objectives:
1. Provide participants an opportunity to learn and develop skills in
recreational sports activities.
2. Promote an increase in physical fitness and mental well-being in a
safe environment that celebrates achievements and fosters social
relationships.
Performance Measures:
1. Participation rate is maintained or increases
2. Participation satisfaction rate of 90% or higher
3. Participants report skill development from the program.
• Swimming
• Track and Field
• Bocce Ball
• Basketball
• Soccer
Adult Sports
Description:
Provide adults with a positive athletic experience in a safe environment.
Program Objectives:
1. Create an opportunity to foster social connections and strengthen
community pride while encouraging physical activity.
2. Provide an experience to relieve stress and improve mental
well-being through social engagement and sportsmanship.
Performance Measures:
1. Create opportunities for participants to socialize and foster social
connections within the community
2. Ensure program sustainability by achieving cost recovery goals
3. Expand programming to increase participation by 15% over the
next five years improving diverse program options that meet
community needs
4. Deliver programming that meets or exceeds 75% of
participant’s needs
• Co-Ed Softball
• Rusty Spurs
Aquatics
Description:
Provide a diverse range of activities, classes, and leisure space for the
community to enjoy publicly or privately.
Program Objectives:
1. Promote water safety and increase water drowning prevention.
2. Teach and improve essential lifesaving skills.
3. Create opportunities for physical fitness and mental well-being to
improve quality of life.
4. Strengthen community engagement.
Performance Measures:
1. Provide programs and facilities that meet the needs of varying
demographics and abilities
2. Instructional aquatic programs provide opportunities for participants
to develop specific water safety and swimming skills, independence,
and skill development
3. Provide educational opportunities which promote water safety,
drowning prevention, and sun safety
4. Enhance community engagement through offering a minimum of
three events per year, with a goal of reaching a combined attendance
of 500
• Swim Lessons
• Swim Team
• Family Swim
• Tot Time
• Water Aerobics
• Open Swim
• Night Swim
• Special Olympic
Swim Team
• Lifeguard Classes
Existing Core Program Areas, Goals, and Performance Measures
Through discussions with the Department staff, 11 Core Program Areas were identified that are currently being
offered. These core program areas make up the entirety of the Department’s programming portfolio and include
every type of demographic and user served within Buckeye. Across and within each of the Core Program Areas
are major program types that are designed to meet current and emerging needs of Buckeye residents.
These core program areas, as well as overarching goals, performance measures, and example programs,
are described in the following tables. The Department relies on short-term goals, long-term goals, and
performance measures to evaluate programs using a summative process, identifying key goals and
performance indicators for core program areas that allows the Department to gauge its ongoing program
success within each Core Program Area. These various goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) should
be monitored and evaluated on a regular basis with data collected through the Department's registration
process and participant feedback, at a minimum of once annually for purposes of reviewing and refining the
program portfolio. The Department’s existing Core Program Areas are as follows:
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Library
Description:
All programs offered by libraries. Includes literacy events, lifelong
learning programs, and professional development.
Program Objectives:
1. Promote reading amongst all ages, with emphasis on kindergarten
readiness and K-5 literacy.
2. Contribute to Buckeye’s ability to grow and attract businesses by
supporting a skilled workforce.
3. Provide community experiences that nurture creativity and spark
curiosity about the world.
Performance Measures:
1. Create opportunities for participants to socialize and foster social
connections
2. Offer a variety of classes to include a minimum of 15% of total
program offerings in the Arts and STEAM fields
3. Increase program participation by achieving enrollment participation
at least 75% or more of class capacity in the Arts and STEAM fields
• Read Better Be
Better
• Open Mic Night
• Storytime
• Baby time
• EON
• Book Clubs
Outdoor Programming
Description:
Utilize outdoor resources to provide a variety of outdoor recreation
programming that exposes participants to nature and the surrounding
environment.
Program Objectives:
1. Encourage individuals of all ages and abilities to participate in
outdoor recreational activities.
2. Instill respect and appreciation for nature and ecosystems through
educational programs and sustainable practices.
3. Create opportunities for residents to connect with nature while
promoting physical fitness and mental well-being.
Performance Measures:
1. Increase awareness of nature through experiential-based activities
and hands-on learning
2. Obtain overall participant satisfaction by achieving an average rating
of ‘Meets Expectations’ or ‘Exceeds Expectations’
3. Increase program participation by achieving enrollment participation
at 75% or more of class capacity
4. Provide programs and experiences that enhance nature-based
education and foster social connections within the community
• All About
Mammals
• Nature Camp
• Fishing Derby
• Earth Day Event
• Wildflower Walk
• Reptile Hike
• Stargazing
• Full Moon Hikes
Rental Space
Description:
Provide accessible indoor and outdoor space for the community, outside
businesses, and organizations to reserve for social, cultural, educational,
recreational, and meeting purposes.
Program Objectives:
1. Provide indoor and outdoor space for family gatherings, birthday
parties, meetings, showers, and camping.
2. Provide meeting space for large families or businesses that need a
spac e to gather.
3. Provide indoor space through a reservation system.
Performance Measures:
1. User satisfaction rate of 90% or higher
2. User satisfaction rate of 90% or higher with reservation process
• Rec Center Room
Rentals
• Parties
• Meetings
• Ramada Rentals
• Field Rentals
• Campsite Rentals
• Aquatic Center
Rentals
Senior Services
Description:
Provide active adult participants with a variety of services and
programming, including exercise programs, passive recreation, social
activities, trips and outings, arts and crafts, and meal programs.
Program Objectives:
1. Provide volunteer opportunities that are meaningful for Buckeye’s
active adult population.
2. Provide essential senior services including meal and health and
wellness programs.
3. Partner with programs to provide additional services for the senior
population.s.
Performance Measures:
1. At least 12 health education workshops are provided on topics such
as nutrition, fall prevention, and chronic disease management by the
end of the year.
2. At least one new partnership is explored every year related to senior
services.
3. Maintain or increase home delivered and congregate meal program
participation annually.
4. Maintain or increase volunteer hours provided through the senior
programs annually.
• Low Impact
Exercise
• Social Parties
• Senior Trips
• Meal Programs
• Passive Recreation
• Senior Living
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Special Events
Description:
Employee events, neighborhood events (centralized to specific
neighborhoods or areas), community events (community-focused), and
signature events (large-scale).
Program Objectives:
1. Offer quality events of varying sizes and purposes.
2. Give residents opportunities to connect socially, while enjoying large
gatherings with free or low-cost attractions.
3. Provide opportunities for volunteering to connect and give back
within the community
Performance Measures:
1. Create event spaces and opportunities for participants to socialize
and foster social connections
2. Coordinate events that meet or exceed 75% of the attendees’,
vendors’, and staff’s satisfaction
3. Evaluate event sustainability by achieving cost recovery goals
• Concerts in the
Park
• Spring Celebration
• Halloween
Carnival
• Buckeye Marathon
• Air Fair
Special Interest Classes
Description:
Includes fitness and sports classes, lifelong learning programs, dance
classes, and other recreational offerings centered around special
interests within the community.
Program Objectives:
1. Offer classes that provide opportunities for participants to acquire
new knowledge and skills relevant to their interests.
2. Increase physical health, decrease mental health issues, and give
participants a way to engage in activity with others.
3. Provide all ages programs and recreational opportunities that
enhance the quality of life for residents.
4. Develop skills and personal growth.
Performance Measures:
1. Foster skill development, socialization, and engagement
2. Obtain overall participant, parent, or instructor satisfaction by
achieving average rating of ‘Meets Expectations’ or ‘Exceeds
Expectations’
3. Ensure program sustainability by achieving cost recovery goals
4. Analyze class patterns and capacities by monitoring
attendance, waitlists, and cancellations to optimize future
program offerings
• Dance
• Art
• Boxing
• Martial Arts
• Dog Training
• Gymnastics
• Fitness
Youth Programs
Description:
Programs for youth participants focused on enrichment and
providing families with a safe environment for childcare, education,
and entertainment.
Program Objectives:
1. Provide fun and safe programs and environments for youth aged 3
to 18 years old that foster learning and making lifelong memories.
Performance Measures:
1. Enhance and increase youths’ developmental and social skills
2. Obtain parent satisfaction by achieving an average or above
average rating regarding program quality, staff engagement,
and overall experience
3. Improve creativity and learning experiences through offering at
least one new activity or themed project each month
4. Ensure program sustainability by achievement of cost
recovery goals
• B.A.S.E. (Before
and After School
Enrichment)
• Lil’ Squirts
Preschool
• Teens Drop Zone
• Summer Camp
Youth Sports
Description:
Provide youth with a positive athletic experience in a safe environment
where fun, skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship lay its
foundation.
Program Objectives:
1. Provide a foundation for fundamental social and athletic skills that
emphasizes healthy relationships through teamwork.
2. Cultivate interest in athletics, physical activity, social development,
and a desired need to increase self-esteem and confidence.
3. Provide an experience that encourages social interaction and team
sportsmanship.
Performance Measures:
1. Programs will be accessible to varying demographics
2. Enhance participant’s sense of belonging by facilitating an increase
in social connection established during participation
3. Create a positive and safe program that fosters basic skill
development and team sportsmanship
4. Deliver a youth sports program that meets or exceeds 75% of
participants’ needs
5. Ensure program sustainability by achievement of cost
recovery goals
• Soccer Leagues
• Basketball
Leagues
• Baseball Leagues
• Softball Leagues
• Athletic Camps
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Potential Performance Measures
The Department should continue to manage its portfolio with the listed Core Program Area performance
measures to ensure programming is optimized and success is sustained. Therefore, in addition to
performance measures currently in use, it may be beneficial to consider using the following:
Capacity management by amenity
Revenue versus expenses based against anticipated budget to promote cost recovery
Programming and recreation center/Senior Center customer satisfaction of at least 90%
Retention of returning customers to register in the same or another program at 70% or greater
Manage constituent groups to maintain balanced and appropriate programming offerings
The program strategy analysis identifies and analyzes existing data relevant to the Department. As part of
this analysis, the consulting team used KPIs and worked with staff to collect the data needed to develop each
Core Program Area and the specific programs within. KPIs are quantifiable measurements that speak to the
organization’s performance in the program portfolio. The following represents the performance in each of the
existing Core Program Areas.
Age Segment Analysis
For this report, an Age Segment Analysis was completed by Core Program Area, exhibiting an overarching
view of the age segments served by different program areas, and displaying any gaps in segments served. It
is also useful to perform an Age Segment Analysis by individual programs, in order to gain a more nuanced
view of the data. The table below depicts each Core Program Area and the most prominent age segments they
serve. Under each Core Program Area, it indicates if that program serves a certain age segment as its Primary
demographic, Secondary demographic, or both.
Core Program Area Age Segment Analysis
Primary Demographic
Secondary Demographic
Core Program Area
Preschool
(5 and Under)
Elementary
(6-12)
Teens
(13-17)
Adult
(18+)
Senior
(55+)
All Ages
Programs
Adaptive Recreation
Adult Sports
Aquatics
Library
Outdoor Programming
Rental Space
Senior Services
Special Events
Special Interest Classes
Youth Programs
Youth Sports
Based on the age demographics of the Buckeye community, current program offerings seem to be well-
aligned with the community’s age profile. Buckeye does a great job of having offerings for all ages, as
well as offering programs for more specific age groups. While the Department does a great job of having
specific core programs tailored to the community’s older age demographics (like Adult Sports and Senior
Services), Buckeye also does well to serve younger populations with many core program areas, including
Youth Programs, Youth Sports, Adaptive Recreation, Special Events, and a multitude of programs through
recreational and community centers.
The Department has also done a great job catering to the remainder of the community by ensuring all age
segments have dedicated programming geared towards them; in fact, every single age segment has at least
three different core program areas that serve as a Primary demographic. Moving forward, it is recommended
that the Department continues introducing new programs with specific age demographics in mind to address
any potential unmet needs in the future.
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Program Lifecycle Analysis
A Program Lifecycle Analysis involves reviewing each program offered by the Department to determine the
stage of growth or decline for each. This provides a way of informing strategic decisions about the overall
mix of programs managed by the Department to ensure that an appropriate number of programs are
“fresh” and that relatively few programs, if any, need to be discontinued. This analysis is not based on strict
quantitative data, but instead based on staff members’ knowledge of their programs. The following table
shows the percentage distribution of the various lifecycle categories of the Department’s programs. These
percentages were obtained by dividing the number of programs in each individual stage with the total number
of programs listed by staff members. There are seven individual stages, the first three of which fall into the
beginning lifecycle stages, including ‘Introduction’, ‘Take-Off’, and ‘Growth’, which are the expected stages
that healthy programs grow from new offerings to programs that the community depends on and turns out
for consistently. The ‘Mature’ stage often anchors a programming portfolio, as mature programming provides
a Department with the highest level of consistent interaction, attendance, and earned revenue. Following
the ‘mature’ stage, programs will slowly enter the ‘Saturated’, ‘Decline’, and ‘No-Go’ stages, where they will
naturally filter out of a programming portfolio over time.
Program Lifecycle Analysis
Stages
Description
Actual Programs
Distribution
Recommended
Distribution
Introduction
New programs; modest participation
4%
70%
50%-60%
Total
Take-Off
Rapid participation growth
21%
Growth
Moderate, but consistent participation growth
45%
Mature
Slow participation growth
26%
26%
40%
Saturated
Minimal to no participation growth; extreme competition
3%
4%
0%-10%
Total
Decline
Declining participation
1%
No-Go
Canceled programs
0%
Overall, the Lifecycle Analysis depicts a major concentration of programs in their early lifecycle stages.
Approximately 70% of all programs fall within the beginning stages (‘Introduction’, ‘Take-Off’, & ‘Growth’),
with 45% of those programs being specifically in the ‘Growth’ stage. It is recommended to have 50%-60%
of all programs within these beginning stages as they provide the Department an avenue to energize its
programmatic offerings, so the Department is meeting that quota and then some. These stages ensure the
pipeline for new programs is there prior to programs transitioning into the ‘Mature’ stage, of which 26% of all
Buckeye program offerings fall into. This stage anchors a program portfolio, and it is recommended to have
roughly 40% of programs within this stage in order to achieve a stable foundation.
Additionally, just 4% of the assessed programs are identified as being ‘Saturated’, ‘Declining’, or ‘No-Go’
(canceled). It is a natural progression for programs to eventually transition into ‘Saturated’ and ‘Declining’
Stages. However, it is recommended to have 0%-10% of programs in the decline stage and if programs
begin to reach these stages rapidly, it could be an indication that the quality of the programs does not meet
expectations, or there is not as much of a demand for those programs. As programs enter into the Decline
Stage, they must be closely reviewed and evaluated for repositioning or elimination. When this occurs, the
Department should modify these programs to begin a new lifecycle within the Introductory Stage or replace
the existing programs with new programs based upon community needs and trends.
Staff should complete a Program Lifecycle Analysis as part of its evaluation process on an annual basis
and ensure that the percentage distribution closely aligns with desired performance. Furthermore, the
Department could include annual performance measures for each Core Program Area to track participation
growth, customer retention, and percentage of new programs as an incentive for innovation and alignment
with community trends.
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Conducting a classification of services analysis informs how each program serves the overall organization
mission, the goals and objectives of each Core Program Area, and how the program should be funded
regarding tax dollars and/or user fees and charges. How a program is classified can help to determine the
most appropriate management, funding, and marketing strategies.
Program classifications are based on the degree to which the program provides a public benefit versus a
private benefit. Public benefit can be described as everyone receiving the same level of benefit with equal
access, whereas private benefit can be described as the user receiving exclusive benefit above what a general
taxpayer receives for their personal benefit.
For this exercise, the Department used a classification method based on three categories: Essential Services,
Important Services, and Value-Added Services. Where a program or service is classified depends upon
alignment with the organizational mission, how the public perceives a program, legal mandates, financial
sustainability, personal benefit, competition in the marketplace, and access by participants. The following
graphic describes each of the three program classifications.
While only 21% of programs are deemed ‘essential’, this still indicates a healthy programming portfolio
classification, so long as those ‘essential’ programs remain a staple and a priority of the Department’s
offerings. Most programs (63%) fall into the ‘important’ category, which could be an area to create earned
revenue potential if participants were willing to pay a price increase without losing participation. A full list of
each of the Department’s individual program classifications can be found in Appendix C.
Department Could Provide;
with additional resources, it adds
value to community, it supports
Essential and Important Services,
it is supported by the community, it
generates income, has an individual
benefit, can be supported by user
fees, it enhances the community,
and requires little to no subsidy.
Department Should Provide;
if it expands and enhances core
services, is broadly supported
& used, has conditional public
support, there is a economic/
social/environmental outcome to
the community, has community
importance, and needs moderate
subsidy.
Department Must Provide;
if it protects assets and
infrastructure, is expected and
supported, is a sound investment
of public funds, is a broad public
benefit, there is a negative impact if
not provided, is part of the mission,
and needs significant subsidy.
Important
Services
Value-Added
Services
Essential
Services
Important
Services
Value-Added
Services
Essential
Services
With assistance from staff, a classification of programs and services was conducted for all the recreation
programs offered by the Department. The results presented below represent the current classification
distribution of recreation program services. Programs should be assigned cost recovery goal ranges within
these overall categories.
17%
63%
21%
Program Classification Distribution
Program Classification Description
The methodology for determining the total Cost-of-Service
involves calculating the total cost for the activity, program,
or service, then calculating the total revenue earned for
that activity. Costs (and revenue) can also be derived on a
per unit basis. Program or activity units may include those
listed to the right.
Agencies use Cost-of-Service Analyses to determine
what financial resources are required to provide specific
programs at specific levels of service. Results are used to
determine and track cost recovery as well as to benchmark
different programs provided by the Department between
one another. Cost recovery goals are established once
Cost-of-Service totals have been calculated. Program staff
should be trained on the process of conducting a Cost-of-
Service Analysis and the process should be undertaken on
a regular basis.
Numbers of Participants
Numbers of Service Calls
Numbers of Events
Numbers of Tasks Performed
Numbers of Consumable Units
Required Time for Offering
Program/Service
Understanding the Full Cost of Service
To develop specific cost recovery targets, full cost of accounting needs to be created for each class or program
that accurately calculates direct and indirect costs. Cost recovery goals are established once these numbers
are in place, and the Department’s program staff should be trained on this process. A Cost-of-Service Analysis
should be conducted on each program, or program type, that accurately calculates direct (i.e., program-
specific) and indirect (i.e., comprehensive, including administrative overhead) costs. Completing a Cost-of-
Service Analysis not only helps determine the true and full cost of offering a program, but it also provides
information that can be used to price programs based upon accurate delivery costs. The below figure
illustrates the common types of costs that should be accounted for in a Cost-of-Service Analysis.
Personnel Costs
Administrative
Cost Allocation
Debt Service Costs
Supply and
Material Costs
Building Costs
Vehicle Costs
Contracted Services
Equipment Cost
Total
Costs for
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Actual cost recovery can vary based on Core Program Area, and even at the individual program level within
those Core Program Areas. Several variables can influence the cost recovery target, including lifecycle stage,
demographic served, and perhaps most important, program classification. It is normal for programs within
each Core Program Area to vary in price and subsidy level. The program mix within each Core Program Area
will determine the cost recovery capabilities.
With approved cost recovery goals, annual tracking, and quality assurance, actual cost recovery will improve.
Using the proper classification of programming, general cost recovery targets for Core Program Areas, and the
cost recovery philosophy outlined below, the Department aims to continue to effectively utilize cost recovery
to sustain and improve the financial performance of current programs and fund potential new programs.
Moving forward, it is recommended that the Department continue tracking cost recovery on a Core Program
Areas level and for individual programs when deemed appropriate and realistic.
Level 1: Mostly Considerable Community Benefit
0%-49%
Cost Recovery
Fully
Subsidized
These programs, services and
facilities are mostly free to the
public or charge a nominal
fee because the community
benefits from these programs as
a whole. Residents pay for these
programs, services, and facilities
through the general fund.
• Parks
• Playgrounds
• Open Space and Trails
• Support Services
• Fitness in the Park
• At-Risk Youth and Teen Programming
• Special Events
Level 3: Considerable Individual Benefit
100%-124%
Recover
Costs
These programs and services
are beginner and intermediate
level programs. They are more
specialized toward the interest of
participants and the direct costs
associated with these programs
are paid for through user fees.
• Adult Sports
• Special Interest Classes
• Lifelong Learning Classes
• Field Trips
Level 4: Highly Individual Benefit
125% and Up
Generate
Revenue
These programs and services
are highly tailored for individual
interests. Because of the nature
of these programs and services,
they must recover 125% or more
of their direct costs.
• Concession Programs
• Facility Rentals
• Private Lessons
• Licensed Day Care Programs
Level 2: Individual/Community Benefit
50%-99%
Somewhat
Subsidized
The programs and services in
this category provide an ancillary
benefit to the community at
large but also have a positive
impact to participants. These are
beginner or introductory level
programs. These programs are
paid for partially by the general
fund and partially by user fees.
• Youth Sports
• Swim Lessons
• Open Swim Programs
• Summer Recreation Programs
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Cost recovery targets should reflect the degree to which a program provides a public versus individual good.
Programs providing public benefits (i.e., Essential programs) should be subsidized more by the Department;
programs providing individual benefits (i.e., Value-Added programs) should seek to recover costs and/or
generate revenue for other services. To help plan and implement cost recovery policies, the consulting team
has developed the following definitions to help classify specific programs within program areas.
• Essential programs category is critical to achieving the organizational mission and providing community-
wide benefits and therefore, generally receive priority for tax-dollar subsidization.
• Important or Value-Added program classifications generally represent programs that receive lower priority
for subsidization.
• Important programs contribute to the organizational mission but are not essential to it; therefore, cost
recovery for these programs should be high (i.e., at least 80% overall).
• Value-Added programs are not critical to the mission and should be prevented from drawing upon
limited public funding, so overall cost recovery for these programs should be near or in excess of 100%.
The Department will continue using the cost recovery philosophy outlined below to guide their cost recovery
efforts in new and existing programming.
Cost Recovery Philosophy
Current Recreation Marketing and Communications
The Department’s current marketing plan utilizes several communication methods to connect with
residents including:
Online and Printed Program Guides
City’s Website (Mobile Phone Enabled Site)
Social Media
Banners
Flyers/Brochures
In-Facility Signage
Press Releases
Direct Mail
Newsletters
QR Codes
Effective communication strategies require striking an appropriate balance between the content and the
volume of messaging, while utilizing the “right” methods of delivery. The Department has a broad
distribution of delivery methods for promoting programs. It is imperative to continue updating the
Department’s marketing strategy annually to provide information for community needs, demographics,
and recreation trends.
An effective marketing plan must build upon and integrate with supporting plans and directly coordinate
with organization priorities. The plan should also provide specific guidance as to how the Department’s
identity and brand is to be consistently portrayed across the multiple methods and deliverables used for
communication.
Mostly Community Benefit
Considerable Community Benefit
Individual/Community Benefit
(Balanced Beneficiaries)
Considerable Individual Benefit
Mostly Individual Benefit
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Enterprise
Profit Center
Full Recovery
No Subsidy
No Cost Recovery
Full Subsidy
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Website
The Department’s webpage (www.buckeyeaz.gov/community/residents/parks-recreation) has multiple features
making it easy to navigate and user friendly. The Department’s page is easily accessible via an icon at the top
of the City’s website. Once on the Department page, there are several clickable icons located at the top of the
Parks and Recreation homepage (e.g., About Us, Community Services Scholarship, Contact Us, and Rentals
and Rules) making it easy for users to navigate and find frequently sought information. Below those icons, a
clickable list of sports leagues, youth programs, and classes is provided, giving the user convenient access
to either navigate or register for programs and events. Additionally, towards the bottom of the homepage,
users can find more information on parks, programs, facilities, the Department’s communications, and all the
City’s social media accounts. These are all useful tools that can help increase program/event awareness and
enhance users experience when utilizing the website.
Recreation Program Partnerships
The Department currently works with several partnering agencies, organizations, and corporations
throughout the community. These partnerships support facilitation of programs and sponsorships of
community events.
The following principles will promote fairness and equity within existing and future partnerships while helping
staff to manage against potential internal and external conflicts. Certain partnership principles must be
adopted and/or continued by the Department for existing and future partnerships to work effectively. These
partnership principles are as follows:
• All partnerships require a working agreement with measurable outcomes and will be evaluated on a regular
basis. This should include reports to the agency on the performance and outcomes of the partnership
including an annual review to determine renewal potential.
• All partnerships should track costs associated with the partnership investment to demonstrate the shared
level of equity.
• All partnerships should maintain a culture that focuses on collaborative planning on a regular basis, regular
communications, and annual reporting on performance and outcomes to determine renewal potential and
opportunities to strengthen the partnership.
Additional partnerships can be pursued and developed with other public entities such as neighboring towns/
cities, colleges, state or federal agencies, not-for-profit organizations, as well as with private or for-profit
organizations. There are recommended standard policies and practices that will apply to any partnership, and
those that are unique to relationships with private, for-profit entities.
Sports Leagues
Adult Sports Leagues
Youth Sports Leagues
Special Olympics
Become a Youth
Sports Coach
Youth Programs
Before and After School
Program
Attendance Change of
Contract
Preschool Program
Drop Zone Teen Program
Classes
Fitness in the Park
Gymnastics
Martial Arts
Skyline
CPR and Babysitting
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Below are some overall observations that stood out when analyzing the current state of the Department’s
programming efforts:
Program descriptions/goals:
• Overall, the program descriptions/goals do an excellent job of effectively communicating to the public key
benefits and desired outcomes of each Core Program Area.
Age segment distribution:
• The Department’s programming is aligned with the community’s current population but needs to be
monitored regularly to ensure program distribution continues to match evolving Buckeye demographics.
Program lifecycles:
• Approximately 45% of the Department’s current programs are categorized in the Introduction Stage, while
only 26% of programs fall into the Mature Stage.
Pricing strategies:
• Strategies are varied across the board. Currently, the most frequently used approaches include pricing
based on residency, by customer’s ability to pay, and by cost recovery goals. This should be continued
in addition to implementing new and additional pricing strategies which can be found in section 3.3.
Furthermore, it is essential to understand current cost of service in order to determine ideal cost
recovery goals.
Marketing:
• From a marketing and promotions standpoint, the staff utilizes a variety of marketing methods when
promoting their programs including the Department’s online quarterly program guide, a physical program
guide mailed to all Buckeye addresses, the Department’s website, flyers/posters, Email blasts, in-facility
signage, and various social media platforms as a part of the marketing mix. These methods should be paired
with the following recommendations:
• The Department would benefit from identifying Return on Investment (ROI) for all marketing
initiatives.
• There is an opportunity to increase the number of cross-promotions across all platforms.
• Dual language marketing content in certain or all media would be important given the prominence of
the Hispanic population in Buckeye.
Financial performance measures:
• Financial performance measures, such as cost recovery goals, are currently being utilized across some, but
not all Core Program Areas. Moving forward, it is recommended for staff to consider tracking cost recovery
for all program areas. A focus on developing consistent earned income opportunities would be beneficial to
the Department’s overall quest for greater fiscal sustainability.
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The following identified Program Strategies are important for the Department to consider moving forward.
These strategies will act as a guide for the implementation of this plan and the improvement of the
Department. These strategies, as a result, should be updated and utilized by staff to implement and track
progress on this Recreation Programming Plan’s recommendations.
Recreation Programs and Services Strategies
Short-Term Strategies
Develop new programs that residents have identified as a need within fitness, hobbies and special interests,
and special events. Specific program areas noted as “High Priority” in the Statistically Valid Survey included
hobby and interest classes, fitness programs, community special events and festivals, art programming,
family programming, educational classes and lectures, and nature programs.
Develop a program that follows a decision matrix to assess new opportunities incorporating (at a minimum)
local trends, community interest/need, cost recovery goals, and age segment and population segment
served by location among other Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Further develop the gap mapping for programs and locations to include overlaying similar provider locations
onto program maps for a more detailed perspective.
Begin to address gaps in programming identified within the program mapping.
Enhance and optimize the Department’s marketing strategy for all programming. According to the
community survey, 61% of respondents preferred the Eye on Buckeye publication and 43% preferred social
media as their methods of learning about programming. With this information, and the everchanging
preferred methods of communication, the Department should stay vigilant in understanding how their
residents and participants can best be reached.
Ongoing Implementations
The Department should evaluate Core Program Areas and individual programs, ideally on an annual basis, to
ensure offerings are relevant to evolving demographics and trends in the local community.
Staff should continue to monitor the effectiveness of the various pricing strategies they employ and adjust
as necessary. It is also important to regularly monitor for local competitors and other similar service
providers as an increase in competition may alter program pricing.
Continue to monitor demographic shifts and program offerings to ensure that the needs of each age group
are being met. It would be best practice to establish a plan including what age segment to target, establish
messaging, identify which marketing method(s) to utilize, create a social media campaign, and determine
what to measure for success before allocating resources towards a particular effort.
Complete a Program Lifecycle Analysis on a regular basis and ensure that the percentage distribution closely
aligns with desired performance. Include annual performance measures for each Core Program Area to track
participation growth, customer retention, and percentage of new programs as an incentive for innovation
and alignment with community trends.
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Introduction
The Funding Strategies chapter of the Buckeye Parks and Recreation Master Plan outlines an array of
financial approaches designed to secure the necessary resources for developing and maintaining our parks
and recreational facilities. In an era where fiscal responsibility and innovative funding are paramount, this
chapter examines diverse funding sources, including public-private partnerships, grants, bonds, and user
fees. By providing a comprehensive roadmap for sustainable financing, this chapter aims to support the
long-term growth and enhancement of Buckeye’s parks and recreation services. The goal is to ensure that the
community continues to enjoy high-quality recreational opportunities and amenities through strategic and
diversified financial planning.
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Corporate Sponsorships:
Parks and recreation projects can seek corporate sponsorships to secure funding. In exchange for
financial support, sponsors may receive branding opportunities, advertising exposure, or other
promotional benefits. Coconino County Parks and Recreation utilizes corporate sponsorships at
facilities to provide additional funding and revenue. At Fort Tuthill County Park the amphitheater is
named the Pepsi Amphitheater.
Government Grants:
Parks and recreation projects can often qualify for government grants from federal, state, and
local agencies. These grants are typically awarded based on the project’s alignment with specific
criteria, such as community impact, environmental sustainability, or economic development. The
City regularly utilizes grant funding, such as as the Land and Water Conservation Fund, Heritage
Fund, and Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) for parks and recreation projects and can
continue to mine for additional grant funding opportunities. The City has utilized various grants for
parks and recreation projects in past and will continue to identify grant opportunities for parks and
recreation improvement in the future.
As parks and recreation systems grow and diversify the services offered, they must also identify, develop,
and diversify their revenue source options. Nationally, a growing number of municipalities have developed
policies on the pricing of services, cost recovery rates, and partnership agreements for programs and facilities
provided to the community. They have also developed strong partnerships that are fair and equitable in the
delivery of services based on who received the service, for what purpose, for what benefit, and for what costs.
In the City of Buckeye, some of these policies and management practices are in place or being considered and
others should be considered for future implementation. Some of these sources can potentially be considered
as a revenue option to support the capital and operational needs of the City. The Community Services
Department will need to continually develop and update its business plans for the facilities and rentable
venues it manages. Managing good data is crucial to making good decisions on revenue development.
Many of the implementation strategies outlined in this plan require funding. New parks, facilities, paths and
trails, preservation of open space and cultural and historical resources can all benefit from capital dollars.
Communities across the Valley, State, and Country have successfully paid for parks through several financing
methods including bonds, set asides for sales tax, impact fees, grants and one-time funding.
Dollars are also needed for the operation and maintenance of new parks and recreation facilities that are
constructed. Prior to commencing any new project, the City should determine how it will finance the ongoing,
long-term operations and maintenance costs, including the necessary staffing.
Bond Financing:
Municipal bonds can be issued to finance parks and recreation projects. These bonds are backed
by the government and typically repaid using tax revenues. Bond financing allows for large-
scale projects that may require significant upfront investment to address needs identified by the
community.
In 2024, Buckeye voters approved bond financing for public safety and transportation related
projects. The Community Services Department, working with City leadership should evaluate future
opportunities for a quality of life bond initiative for parks and recreation projects.
Capital Improvement Fees:
Many parks and recreation systems add a capital improvement fee onto an existing user fee when
they develop or enhance major recreation facilities. This is usually applied to amenities like aquatics
facilities, recreation centers, and special-use facilities. The dollars gained either offset the cost of
the capital improvement or the revenue bond that was used to develop or enhance the special-use
facility. Once the capital improvement is paid off, the fee typically expires and is discontinued.
Community Facilities Districts:
Another potential source of funding is community facilities districts (CFD’s), which are special
districts formed for the purpose of financing the acquisition, construction, operation and
maintenance of public infrastructure benefiting a particular community. Specifically, CFD’s can
finance the acquisition, construction, operation and maintenance of various types of public
infrastructure including:
• Roadways and Parking
• Water Systems
• Sewer Systems
• Parks and Open Space
• Pedestrian Walkways
• Hiking, Biking and Pedestrian Trails
• Landscaping
• Drainage Systems
• Public Lighting
• Public Buildings
• Fire Protection
• Public Safety Facilities
• Traffic Safety
• Equipment, Furnishing and Vehicles
CFD’s utilize two types of bonds to finance public infrastructure: district assessment lien bonds and
general obligation bonds. District assessment lien bonds are repaid through biannual assessment
payments made by the property owners within the district. General obligation bonds are repaid by
property taxes on the taxable property within the CFD.
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Preservation and/or Quality of Life Tax:
A preservation tax could be put in place to help fund the acquisition of land around the White
Tank Mountains and other natural resources. Buckeye’s open space and natural resources were
continuously cited as a priority during the community engagement portion of this plan. The cities of
Phoenix and Scottsdale have successfully implemented preservation tax models. The statically valid
survey asked residents to rate their level of support for dedicated funding options that enable the
preservation of open spaces and development of parks, trails, and recreation facilities in Buckeye -
this resulted in 73% of residents stating they would be supportive. The City does not currently have
or utilize a preservation tax or have a portion of sales tax funding the purchase of preservation land.
Philanthropic Donations:
Non-profit organizations, foundations, and individual donors can contribute funds to support parks
and recreation projects. These donations are often made in the form of grants, sponsorships, or
endowments. Philanthropic donations can be essential for funding projects that benefit specific
communities or have a social or environmental focus.
User Fees and Charges:
The City of Buckeye generates revenue through user fees, membership fees, rentals, concessions, or
program charges. These user fees can help offset the operational and maintenance costs associated
with the facilities. The City does not currently utilize a user fee and charge system and this approach
does not align with the department philosophy.
Volunteerism:
This is an indirect revenue source consisting of individuals donating their time to assist the
Department in providing a product or service on an hourly basis. This reduces the City’s cost to
provide services, builds department advocacy, and promotes civic involvement. The department
does not currently have a formal volunteer program, but the plan is recommending the department
develop a formal volunteer program within parks and recreation.
Park Revolving Fund:
A park revolving fund is a dedicated financial mechanism established to support the ongoing
development, enhancement, and maintenance of parks and recreation facilities. The primary
purpose of these funds is to generate revenue through various means, such as park user fees,
sponsorships, donations, and grants. The generated funds are then reinvested back into the parks to
improve amenities, infrastructure, programming, and overall park experiences. Park revolving funds
offer a sustainable financial mechanism for supporting park development and maintenance. By
reinvesting generated revenues into park projects, these funds ensure the long-term sustainability
and improved amenities of parks and recreational facilities. Successful implementation requires
careful planning, stakeholder engagement, and effective financial management. A park revolving
fund is not currently used by the City of Buckeye and is not recommended.
Partnerships:
Partnerships are joint-development funding sources or operational funding sources formed between
separate agencies, such as two government entities, a non-profit, a public agency, or a private
business and a public agency. Partners jointly develop parks and recreation facilities and may share
operational costs, responsibilities, and asset management based on the strengths of each partner.
In this approach, entities may provide funding or resources in exchange for specific benefits, such as
naming rights, advertising opportunities, or revenue-sharing agreements.
The City of Buckeye currently has intergovernmental agreements with several school districts for
shared use facilities. Revisiting the terms of partnerships is important to ensure the agreement’s
terms are still valid and the need for partnership has not changed. Existing partnership agreements
should be updated regularly to ensure the purpose of the partnership, what is being provided, and
the terms of the agreement are accurate. New partnerships should be forged as the Department
continues to evolve and modernize the parks and recreation system to align with community needs.
Ensure that partnerships are fair and equitable to the Department and to the partner with the best
interests of the community prioritized. Public private partnerships also provide opportunities to
fund park development, operations and maintenance. The City of Dallas and Klyde Warren Park is
a result of a public private partnership that utilizes a Foundation to fund improvements, operations
and maintenance for the park.
Impact Fees:
Impact fees are charges imposed on new developments to mitigate the impacts they have on the
community, such as increased demand for parks and recreation facilities. These fees are typically
collected by the City and used to fund the construction of parks and recreation infrastructure.
Several cities and towns throughout the valley including the City of Buckeye utilize impact fees to
fund park improvement projects.
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The Funding Strategies chapter explores a variety of funding sources, including public-private partnerships,
grants, bonds, and user fees. By diversifying the financial portfolio and implementing innovative funding
approaches, the chapter aims to ensure the long-term viability and enhancement of Buckeye’s recreational
services.
The statically valid survey asked residents to rate your level of support for dedicated funding options that
enable the preservation of open spaces and development of parks, trails, and recreation facilities in Buckeye -
this resulted in 73% of residents would be supportive.
It is important to note that the suitability of these funding strategies can vary depending on the specific
project, location, and available resources. A comprehensive funding strategy may involve a combination
of these approaches to ensure the successful implementation and long-term sustainability of parks and
recreation projects.
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Strategic Implementation Plan
Introduction
The Strategic Implementation Plan for Buckeye is a long-term roadmap designed to enhance and expand
the city’s recreational facilities, parks, trails, and programs over the next decade and beyond. It focuses on
key initiatives and strategic actions to prioritize projects that serve the community effectively. The following
tables provide the plan recommendations with the responsible parties/departments and time period for
completion.
The following table of strategic implementation items is organized by chapter and includes the responsible
entities tasked with completion and the time period for when it should be accomplished.
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Chapter
Recommendation
Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
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Reclassify Town Park to a Community Park
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X
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Rename Town Park
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X
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5
Coordinate with Maricopa County Parks on potential future access points into White Tank
Mountain Regional Park as part of the upcoming master planning process for the park.
X
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
X
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5
Create connections between Skyline Regional Park and White Tank Mountains Regional Park.
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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
X
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5
As the Flood Control District of Maricopa County develops drainage solutions for the region, look
at opportunities for green infrastructure and multi-use potential for trails to be located adjacent.
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Maricopa County Flood Control District
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Evaluate options for west side access to Skyline Regional Park
Option 1: Sun Valley – Arizona State Land Department
Option 2: Tartesso – Private Land.
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AZ State Land Dept., Tartesso
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Build trailhead on west side of Skyline Regional Park in accordance with the BLM-approved Plan
of Development and the park’s Master Plan.
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X
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Chapter
5
Coordinate with BLM on a Recreation and Public Purpose lease for 640 acres east of Skyline
Regional Park and adjacent to Verrado. Provide trailhead at Lost Creek to replace the temporary
trailhead that closed.
X
BLM and Verrado
X
13.5.9
Chapter
5
Explore connection to Canyon Vista Trailhead in Verrado for east side access to Skyline Regional
Park.
X
BLM and Verrado
X
13.5.10
Chapter
5
Implement Skyline Regional Park Phase II Feasibility Study
X
X
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Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.5.11
Chapter
5
Develop access nodes to to the Gila River in conformance to the El Rio Design Guidelines and
Planning Standards.
X
Avondale, Goodyear, Buckeye, Maricopa County, FCDMC
X
13.5.12
Chapter
5
Further analyze opportunities to provide an amber lasso with paths and trails that would
connect the White Tank Mountains to the Hassayampa River
X
X
X
13.5.13
Chapter
5
Conduct a site-specific master plan for the Amber Lasso Path / Trail to identify pathway / trail
alignment.
X
X
13.5.14
Chapter
5
Study connectivity to historic and cultural open spaces like Gillespie Dam Bridge
X
X
13.5.15
Chapter
5
Work with developers during the master planning stage and platting processes to secure
pathway and trail corridors. Ensure developers are building paths and trail corridors. Ensure
developers are building paths and trails on or adjacent to the development and providing
necessary public access easements in accordance with the plan.
X
X
X
Developers
X
13.5.16
Chapter
5
Coordinate with Development Services & Traffic on the Transportation Master Plan to ensure
trails identified in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan link to sidewalks to provide access and
connection to proposed pathway / trail corridors.
X
X
X
Development Services / Traffic
X
13.5.17
Chapter
5
Coordinate with Goodyear and Surprise on trail planning to ensure alignments connect across
jurisdiction lines.
X
Goodyear, Avondale, Surprise
X
13.5.18
Chapter
5
Continue to collaborate with the Flood Control District of Maricopa County on flood control and
wildlife corridors through projects identified within the Sun Valley Area Drainage Master Plan
(ADMP). The paths along such drainage corridors will provide beneficial east to west and north
to south connectivity throughout Buckeye.
X
Flood Control District of Maricopa County
X
13.5.19
Chapter
5
Collaborate with and establish IGA's with Flood Control District of Maricopa County to identify
pathways and trails and provide public access along their corridors and maintenance roads.
X
X
Flood Control District of Maricopa County
X
13.5.20
Chapter
5
Collaborate with and establish IGA's with Roosevelt Irrigation District to identify pathways and
trails and provide public access along their corridors and maintenance roads.
X
X
Roosevelt Irrigation District
X
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Chapter
Recommendation
Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.5.21
Chapter
5
Collaborate with and establish IGA's with Buckeye Water Conservation & Drainage District to
identify pathways and trails and provide public access along their corridors and maintenance
roads.
X
X
Buckeye Water Conservation & Drainage District
X
13.5.22
Chapter
5
Collaborate with and establish IGA's with Central Arizona Project (CAP) to identify pathways and
trails and provide public access along their corridors and maintenance roads.
X
X
Buckeye Water Conservation & Drainage District
X
13.5.23
Chapter
5
Collaborate with and establish MOU's with APS and WAPA to identify pathways, trails and
provide public access along their corridors.
X
X
Arizona Public Service, West Area Power Administration
X
13.5.24
Chapter
5
Collaborate with Maricopa County on the Buckeye Hills Regional Park master plan, which could,
as a result of the planning efforts, recommend opportunities for OHV trails
X
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
X
13.5.25
Chapter
5
Partner with Arizona State Parks and Trails (ASPT) to identify suitable locations for motorized
recreation trails outside of the PM-10 areas.
X
Arizona State Parks and Trails
X
13.5.26
Chapter
5
Work with development services and the developers to ensure trails are properly planned and
located based on the city path and trail standards.
X
X
Development Community
X
13.5.27
Chapter
5
Collaborate with Development Services, Traffic, and Public Works to develop refined standards
for grade-separated crossings and those occuring at intersections that can also serve a dual
purpose for wildlife crossings.
X
X
X
Development Services, Traffic, and Public Works Department
X
X
13.5.28
Chapter
5
Create a pedestrian-friendly environment along Monroe Avenue through parklets and
landscaping.
X
X
X
Economic Development Department
X
13.5.29
Chapter
5
Provide transportation options to recreation programs and facilities similar to the shuttle
service provided to seniors to access the Senior Center.
X
X
Traffic
X
13.5.30
Chapter
5
Install signage along Buckeye's paths and trails that are consistent to an established standard by
the City.
X
X
X
Traffic
X
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Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.5.31
Chapter
5
The City has had initial conversations with the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
Department about the potential of providing motorized trails in and near Buckeye Hills Regional
Park. In the upcoming years, Maricopa County will be preparing a master plan that evaluates the
short and long term uses of the park. The City of Buckeye should continue the conversations on
the potential for motorized recreation in the park and adjacent federal lands.
X
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
X
X
13.5.32
Chapter
5
Continue to work to design and build the El Rio Trail with Avondale, Goodyear, Maricopa County
and Flood Control District of Maricopa County, design and build the El Rio Trail to provide
valuable connections to the riparian resources found in the Gila River.
X
Avondale, Goodyear, Buckeye, Maricopa County, FCDMC
X
13.6.1
Chapter
6
Create a land preservation plan that indicates prioritized properties for acquisition that are
critical to be preserved because of their open space value.
X
X
AZ State Land Department, AZ Game and Fish Department,
White Tank Mountains Conservancy, Public Works Dept.
X
13.6.2
Chapter
6
Continue to work with the White Tank Mountains Conservancy and others to develop a land
prioritization and acquisition plan for high-resource value lands in and adjacent to the White
Tank Mountains, especially the Arizona State Trust Lands.
X
X
White Tank Mountains Conservancy, Maricopa County Parks
and Recreation
X
X
13.6.3
Chapter
6
Preserve open space around Skyline Regional Park and White Tank Mountains Regional Park
X
X
White Tank Mountains Conservancy, Maricopa County Parks
and Recreation, and Arizona State Land Department
X
13.6.4
Chapter
6
Continue the formed partnerships with agencies on the identification of known wildlife
corridors and the implementation strategies to preserve them in perpetuity.
X
X
AZ State Land Department, AZ Game and Fish Department,
White Tank Mountains Conservancy
X
13.6.5
Chapter
6
Assess opportunity for land preservation tax to preserve open space around Skyline Regional
Park and White Tank Mountains Regional Park. The statistically-valid survey results from the
plan identified 73% supported utilizing a tax for open space and preservation.
X
X
13.6.6
Chapter
6
Acquire Arizona State Land adjacent to White Tank Mountains and Skyline Regional Parks and
designate it as natural open space preservation land
X
AZ State Land Dept., White Tank Mountains Conservancy
X
13.6.7
Chapter
6
Evaluate BLM lands in the City of Buckeye that were classified as suitable for disposal or
exchange and determine if the City could benefit from their use for parks and recreation.
X
BLM
X
13.6.8
Chapter
6
Continue working with the Cities of Avondale and Goodyear, FCDMC and Maricopa County on
the advancement of the El Rio along the Gila River, including the preservation of open space.
X
X
Avondale, Goodyear, Buckeye, Maricopa County, FCDMC
X
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Chapter
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Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.6.9
Chapter
6
Partner with the Flood Control District of Maricopa County and other parties for removal of
invasive tamarisks and their replacement with native plants.
X
X
Flood Control District of Maricopa County, Rio Reimagined,
AZ Game and Fish Dept., ASU, AZ Dept. of Forestry, and Fire
Management
X
13.6.10
Chapter
6
Implement an overlay zoning district to protect the integrity of land and viewsheds in
development areas near large swaths of open space, such as the White Tank Mountains and the
Gila and Hassayampa Rivers
X
X
X
13.6.11
Chapter
6
Conduct grant study to determine funding opportunities for land purchase
X
X
13.6.12
Chapter
6
Validate master plan for the City of Buckeye owned 40-acre parcel adjacent to the Gila River,
that studies opportunities for trailhead, nature programming, and passive recreation
X
X
13.6.13
Chapter
6
Assume ownership and maintenance of existing Joe Foss Shooting Complex at Buckeye Hills
Regional Park
X
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
X
13.6.14
Chapter
6
Explore opportunities for nature center facility with organizations like Audubon Society at
Skyline Regional Park
X
Audubon Society
X
13.6.15
Chapter
6
Work closely with County Parks and Recreation on Master Plans for Buckeye Hills and White
Tanks Regional Parks
X
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
X
X
13.6.16
Chapter
6
Leverage the White Tank Mountains Conservancy’s Connectivity Initiative to protect wildlife
corridors from the White Tanks to habitat blocks to the west and north of Buckeye
X
White Tank Mountain Conservancy
X
13.6.17
Chapter
6
Continue to work with the White Tank Mountains Conservancy, ASLD, FCDMC and developers to
define wildlife corridors, establish buffer and trail corridors throughout the Sun Valley Corridor.
X
White Tank Mountains Conservancy, AZ State Land Dept., Flood
Control District of Maricopa County
X
13.7.1
Chapter
7
Update the Historical Resource Inventory and expand to include Buckeye's municipal planning
area in addition to properties located in downtown Buckeye.
X
X
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Chapter
Recommendation
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Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.7.2
Chapter
7
Continue to work with Development Services to identify incentives that can be offered to
promote preservation of Historic Buildings.
X
X
X
X
13.7.3
Chapter
7
In consultation with the State Historic Preservation Office, create an Archaeological Resource
Plan for the City of Buckeye that identifies those resources and methods to preserve them.
X
X
State Historic Preservation Office
X
X
13.7.4
Chapter
7
Ensure current and future development protects and preserves archaeological resources by
establishing policies.
X
X
X
13.7.5
Chapter
7
Develop community awareness through signage, interpretive information and programs to
inform residents of Buckeye's rich history, including its historic and archaeological resources.
X
X
X
13.8.1
Chapter
8
City to focus on strategies to provide Community Parks
X
X
X
X
13.8.2
Chapter
8
Take a step/tier approach to increase the level of service to provide Buckeye developed parks
from 1.08 acres to 4 acres of parks per 1,000 residents.
X
X
X
X
13.8.3
Chapter
8
Develop 209 acres of park area to achieve step 2 goal of 2.15 acres of parks per 1,000 residents
by 2035.
X
X
X
X
13.8.4
Chapter
8
Develop 225 acres of park area to achieve step 3 goal of 2.75 acres of parks per 1,000 residents
by 2039.
X
X
X
X
13.8.5
Chapter
8
Leverage existing partnerships with HOAs and explore opportunities to host city-managed
programs in HOA facilities.
X
Development Community, HOA’s
X
13.9.1
Chapter
9
Develop the remaining agreed upon 17 acres within the Westpark residential master planned
community. The developer is developing 8 acres for a combined 25-acre community park that
will be operated and maintained by the City.
X
X
X
Development Community, Economic Development
X
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Chapter
Recommendation
Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.9.2
Chapter
9
Develop a site specific master plan for the 100-acre parcel (APN 400-46-010) aquired by the city
in 2023 near Teravalis master planned community development.
X
X
X
13.9.3
Chapter
9
For larger scale HOA parks, engage with the HOA’s on options to partner for programming and
opportunities to potentially transition ownership and maintenance of HOA parks to the City
X
Development Services, HOA’s
X
13.9.4
Chapter
9
Partner with school districts and developers to secure park space adjacent to future school sites
X
X
School Districts
X
13.9.5
Chapter
9
Co-locate future high schools with a municipal recreation campus that includes a 30-acre park,
indoor recreation facility, and aquatics facility
X
X
School Districts
X
13.9.6
Chapter
9
Work with school districts to utilize indoor recreation space and gym space for City programs
X
X
School Districts
X
13.9.7
Chapter
9
Create shared-use performing arts space with school districts
X
X
School Districts
X
13.9.8
Chapter
9
Leverage Existing Partnerships with Private Developers to host City-managed programs in
privately-held facilities and establish public-private partnerships
X
X
X
Development Community
X
13.9.9
Chapter
9
Work with Economic Development and Development Services on creating an indoor and
outdoor recreation space at the Landing, which could be a unique partnership with a developer
X
X
Development Community
X
13.9.10
Chapter
9
Provide recreation programming at The Landing
X
X
Development Community
X
13.9.11
Chapter
9
Work with developers to build at least one future community park in a large HOA-managed
community that would be run and maintained by City
X
X
Development Community
X
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Chapter
Recommendation
Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.9.12
Chapter
9
Conduct a feasibility and site location study for a community services campus with recreation
center and aquatics facility within the City limits.
X
X
X
X
13.9.13
Chapter
9
Collaborate with other City departments, including police, fire, and water for collocating
municipal service centers, including parks, recreation facilities, fire stations, police substations
and water campuses.
X
X
Fire Dept, Police Dept, Water Resources Dept, Public Works
Dept.
X
13.9.14
Chapter
9
Work with planning and development services to ensure parks are properly planned, sized and
located based on the city parks and trail standards.
X
X
Developers
X
13.9.15
Chapter
9
Acquire land to continue to plan and address the parks acreage per 1,000 residents for the next
30 years.
X
X
Development Community
X
13.9.16
Chapter
9
Conduct a tree and shade study to develop a standard in providing shade along streetscapes,
Right-of-Way, parks, and paths and trails.
X
X
X
13.9.17
Chapter
9
Continue to collaborate with irrigation districts on the possible use of canal water as an
irrigation source for future parks.
X
Water Resources Dept
X
13.9.18
Chapter
9
When repairs are made to irrigation systems, look to newer technologies that can reduce the
amount of water used, while still maintaining attractive and green turf areas.
X
Water Resources Dept
X
13.9.19
Chapter
9
Partner with FCDMC to maximize green infrastructure drainage solutions as per the Sun Valley
Area Drainage Master Plan.
X
X
X
Flood Control District of Maricopa County
X
X
13.9.20
Chapter
9
Work with the FCDMC to develop a site specific master plan for a park / sports complex within
FRS 4.
X
X
X
Flood Control District of Maricopa County
X
X
13.9.21
Chapter
9
Review annexations, rezones, pre-plats, final plats, and site plans for conformance with adopted
plans and policies included in the 2024 Parks and Recreation Master Plan
X
X
Planning / Development Services
X
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Chapter
Recommendation
Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.9.22
Chapter
9
Incorporate guidelines and standards included in the master plan into City's development code.
X
X
X
X
13.9.23
Chapter
9
Create generalized language to include in future development agreements that detail the parks,
open space and path/trail requirements.
X
X
X
13.9.24
Chapter
9
Prepare development checklists for developers and City staff that detail requirements for parks,
paths and trails, open space and recreation.
X
X
X
13.9.25
Chapter
9
Prepare design guidelines for parks, trails and open space that can be provided to developers at
pre-application conferences.
X
X
X
13.9.26
Chapter
9
As part of the Monroe Avenue realignment project, evaluate opportunities to make Town Park
the gateway into downtown Buckeye.
X
X
X
Public Works
X
13.9.27
Chapter
9
As recommended in the North Zone Community Park Feasibility Study, acquire land from
Arizona State Land Department to provide Festival Ranch access to White Tank Mountain
Regional Park and provide additional trailhead.
X
AZ State Land Dept.
X
13.9.28
Chapter
9
Begin auction process with Arizona State Land Department (ASLD) to acquire land to implement
Skyline Regional Park Phase II Feasibility Study.
X
AZ State Land Dept.
X
13.10.1
Chapter
10
Investing in technology and staff growth/development in key areas of operation will help to
build capacity in the organization to better serve the community.
X
X
13.10.2
Chapter
10
Develop program customer service standards for enhanced customer experience.
X
X
13.10.3
Chapter
10
Complete “career mapping” for each position within the Department to identify logical growth
opportunities.
X
X
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Chapter
Recommendation
Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.10.4
Chapter
10
Work with Human Resources to streamline the hiring process for seasonal employees.
X
Human Resources
X
13.10.5
Chapter
10
Improve job descriptions with greater specificity and modern terminology.
X
Human Resources
X
13.10.6
Chapter
10
Develop and manage a consistent and thorough on-boarding process for new or transferred
employees.
X
Human Resources
X
13.10.7
Chapter
10
Develop a formalized training program for all recreation and program divisions of the
Department.
X
X
13.10.8
Chapter
10
Enhance job postings to include the benefits of Parks and Recreation employment for all
classifications, identifying the lifelong skills they will develop, professional development
opportunities, the culture of service, and opportunities for promotion.
X
Human Resources
X
13.10.9
Chapter
10
Implement park ranger program, work with the police department
X
Police Dept
X
13.10.10
Chapter
10
Evaluate opportunities to enhance the Department’s marketing and social media presence with
a dedicated staff member that handles parks and recreation communications.
X
City Marketing Team
X
13.10.11
Chapter
10
Evaluate opportunities to enhance a formal volunteer program with a dedicated staff member to
lead this effort.
X
X
13.11.1
Chapter
11
Assess partnership opportunities for increased nature education programming with non-profits
and governmental entities, such as US Fish and Wildlife Services.
X
Non-Profits, Governmental Agencies, US Fish and Wildlife
Services
X
13.11.2
Chapter
11
Work with Maricopa County on options for Buckeye residents to access the White Tank Mountain
Regional Park Nature Center/Library at a subsidized rate or free of charge
X
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
X
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Chapter
Recommendation
Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.11.3
Chapter
11
Create a 10-year Arts and Culture Plan
X
X
13.11.4
Chapter
11
Identify special event venues in each planning area throughout city
X
X
13.11.5
Chapter
11
Form a committee with City and HOAs to coordinate special events throughout the City, share
resources, and effectively communicate park offerings
X
HOAs
X
13.11.6
Chapter
11
Ensure the department continually meets established standards by the Commission for the
Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies and completes required updates.
X
X
13.11.7
Chapter
11
Develop new programs that residents have identified as a need within fitness, hobbies and
special interests, and special events. These programs identified from the statistically valid
survey and analysis include hobby and interest classes, fitness programs, community special
events and festivals, art programming, family programming, educational classes and nature
programs.
X
X
13.11.8
Chapter
11
Develop a programming philosophy on the types of programs that should be offered through
the City and those that should be offered by for-profit or not-for-profit organizations.
X
X
13.11.9
Chapter
11
Annually evaluate fees and charges to ensure the City pricing is comparable to other valley
agencies, while adhering to cost recovery philosophies. Staff should continue to monitor the
effectiveness of the various pricing strategies they employ and adjust as necessary. It is also
important to regularly monitor for local competitors and other similar service providers as an
increase in competition may alter program pricing.
X
X
13.11.10
Chapter
11
Continue to build upon the recreation programming gap analysis provided within this plan to
provide a more detailed perspective to determine additional program offerings.
X
X
13.11.11
Chapter
11
Begin to address gaps in recreation programming identified within the programming mapping
within this plan.
X
X
13.11.12
Chapter
11
Develop a recreation program that follows a decision matrix to assess new opportunities
incorporating local trends, community interest/need, cost recovery goals, and age segment and
population segment served by location.
X
X
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Chapter
Recommendation
Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.11.13
Chapter
11
Survey residents annually to determine the types of programs and events they desire to ensure
the City is meeting their changing interests.
X
X
13.11.14
Chapter
11
Explore opportunities to expand art programs for all users of all ages and abilities. To be part of
the City's future Arts and Culture Plan
X
X
X
13.11.15
Chapter
11
Explore opportunities to expand adaptive recreation and programming for users of all ages and
abilities.
X
X
13.11.16
Chapter
11
Evaluate opportunities and potential partnerships to expand performing, visual and literary arts
programming to Buckeye residents.
X
School Districts - Buckeye Elementary, Liberty, Buckeye
Unified
X
13.11.17
Chapter
11
Explore opportunities to provide special events focusing on cultural offerings.
X
X
13.11.18
Chapter
11
Partner with HOAs to host special events in various areas throughout the city.
X
X
13.11.19
Chapter
11
Explore opportunities to provide recreation programming in master planned communities.
X
X
13.11.20
Chapter
11
The department should evaluate Core Program Areas and individual programs, ideally on an
annual basis, to ensure offerings are relevant to evolving demographics and trends in the local
community.
X
X
13.11.21
Chapter
11
Complete a Program Lifecycle Analysis on a regular basis and ensure that the percentage
distribution closely aligns with desired performance. Include annual performance measures for
each Core Program Area to track participation growth, customer retention, and percentage of
new programs as an incentive for innovation and alignment with community trends.
X
X
13.11.22
Chapter
11
Review existing policies to ensure they support the outcomes of this Plan and incorporate new
policies (i.e., program development and evaluation policy, earned income policy including
pricing philosophy and cost recovery, and partnerships including small to large within City
requirements).
X
X
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Chapter
11
Recreation programming needs and trends should drive facility design and future
improvements/ renovations to ensure appropriate spaces to support new programming.
X
X
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Chapter
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Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.12.1
Chapter
12
Explore opportunities to utilize grant funding through programs like Arizona State Parks, CDBG,
and CMAQ for connectivity improvements.
X
Arizona State Parks and Trails
X
13.12.2
Chapter
12
Continue to investigate the feasibility of bonding for new city parks and facility projects. In 2024
a statistically valid survey found resisdents supported a future bond to develop an indoor multi-
generational center (Over 52%).
X
X
13.12.3
Chapter
12
During the next impact fee study, evaluate the fees assessed to residential, commercial and
industrial developments and determine if modifications should be made to increase the
effectiveness of the program.
X
X
X
13.12.4
Chapter
12
Reach out to the development community and other municipalities regarding the provision of
parks in master planned communities to understand best practices in the valley. Review and
evaluate existing CMP's for the adequate provision of parks and potential conveyance to the
City.
X
X
Developers, Avondale, Goodyear, Surprise
X
13.12.5
Chapter
12
Ensure adequate staffing and operation/maintenance dollars are budgeted as new parks,
recreation facilities, paths and trails are developed.
X
X
X
13.12.6
Chapter
12
Collaborate with other agencies, non-profits and businesses on creative solutions to fund parks
and recreation facilities and their ongoing operations and maintenance.
X
X
13.B.1
Appendix
B
Focus on asset management and maintaining high-quality parks
X
X
13.B.2
Appendix
B
Capitalize on neighborhood identify and theming when developing new parks and facilities
X
X
13.B.3
Appendix
B
Design spaces suitable for special events of various scales
X
X
13.B.4
Appendix
B
Balance use and overuse of limited sports fields
X
X
13.B.5
Appendix
B
Conduct a fields needs assessment
X
Youth Sports Leagues
X
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Chapter
Recommendation
Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.B.6
Appendix
B
Add sport courts to existing parks to begin fulfilling community need
X
X
13.B.7
Appendix
B
Create park restroom design standards prioritizing vandal-proof equipment and design
X
X
13.B.8
Appendix
B
Maintain and replace sports lighting fixtures as needed to maintain manufacturer warranty
X
X
13.B.10
Appendix
B
Develop a parks capital replacement schedule that is tied to the City's annual budget to replace
aging infrastructure in City parks.
X
X
X
13.B.11
Appendix
B
Annually evaluate Buckeye's exisitng parks and facilities for improvements. Add identified
projects to the City's capital improvement plan.
X
X
X
13.B.12
Appendix
B
Add on-street and entry signage at all City parks.
X
X
13.B.13
Appendix
B
Evaluate all parks and facilities for compliance with Crime Prevention Through Environmental
Design (CPTED) policies to determine if there are ways to make the parks and recreation facilties
safer by enhancing natural surveillance and access control.
X
Police Dept
X
13.B.14
Appendix
B
Implement recommendations from the City's Self Evaluation and ADA-Transition Plan for
Buckeye's parks and recreation facilities.
X
X
Public Works Dept, City Manager’s Office
X
13.B.15
Appendix
B
Establish a tree inventory program that is tied to GIS for all City parks which also correlates
to a maintenance plan and tree replacement plan with information on tree species, caliper,
maintenance considerations, and schedules for maintenance.
X
X
Information Technology (IT) Dept.
X
13.B.16
Appendix
B
Evaluate turf areas in City Parks to determine if there are unused areas where grass is not
necessary. Transition these areas to decomposed granite to reduce water consumption and
maintenance costs.
X
X
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Chapter
Recommendation
Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
Sundance Park Improvements
13.B.17
Appendix
B
Relocate dog park to southern area in phase II
X
X
X
13.B.18
Appendix
B
Add 10+ pickleball courts to the existing dog park area
X
X
X
13.B.19
Appendix
B
Expand and pave overflow parking area
X
X
13.B.20
Appendix
B
Add sports lighting to existing lower multi-use fields
X
X
13.B.21
Appendix
B
Add landscaping and irrigation in retention areas at Sundance Park
X
X
13.B.22
Appendix
B
Extend sidewalks at Sundance Park on the north side of the RID canal and make connections to
existing pathways
X
X
13.B.23
Appendix
B
Add shade structure to ball field spectator areas
X
X
13.B.24
Appendix
B
Connect the restroom at Sundance Park to adjacent sewer lines and abandon septic tanks for
both the Phase I and Phase II restrooms
X
Engineering and Public Works Department
X
13.B.25
Appendix
B
Add two ramadas to far west side of phase II area
X
X
13.B.26
Appendix
B
Transition all lighting to LED
X
X
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Chapter
Recommendation
Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
13.B.27
Appendix
B
Replace existing phase I playground with inclusive playground design and equipment
X
X
Earl Edgar Park
13.B.28
Appendix
B
Implement existing master plan design
X
X
13.B.29
Appendix
B
Add sports lighting to basketball court
X
X
13.B.30
Appendix
B
Study options for concession building operation and utilization
X
X
13.B.31
Appendix
B
Replace sports lighting on southern ball fields
X
X
Kell Park
13.B.32
Appendix
B
Implement existing master plan design
X
X
13.B.33
Appendix
B
Abandon and replace existing flood irrigation system
X
X
Serena Park
13.B.34
Appendix
B
Study HOA agreement to determine extent of allowable improvements
X
X
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Chapter
Recommendation
Responsible Parties/Department
Time Period
City of Buckeye
Other Departments/Agencies
Short-Term
(1-3 years)
Medium-Term
(4-7 years)
Long-Term
(8-10 years)
Ongoing
Community
Services
Development
Services
Traffic and
Capital
Improvement
Program
Town Park
13.B.35
Appendix
B
Add downtown gateway element to Town/Bayless Park areas.
X
X
13.B.36
Appendix
B
Replace existing ramadas with group ramada and smaller ramadas.
X
X
13.B.37
Appendix
B
Engage the community in creating a Master Plan for the property in its new form when Monroe is
realigned and determine best amenities for its future.
X
X
13.B.38
Appendix
B
Add splash pad.
X
X
13.B.39
Appendix
B
Add interpretive signage/historical education.
X
X
13.B.40
Appendix
B
Tie-in to streetscape and realignment of Monroe Avenue.
X
X
13.B.41
Appendix
B
Celebrate the museum and add indoor/outdoor programming space.
X
X
13.B.42
Appendix
B
Improve building on SWC, evaluate options for re-use including park restroom option and park
ranger office space.
X
X
13.B.43
Appendix
B
Convert skate park to skate plaza space.
X
X
6th Street Plaza Park
13.B.44
Appendix
B
Develop a site-specific master plan with community involvement
X
X
Economic Development Dept.
X
13.B.45
Appendix
B
Explore opportunities to create connections between plaza and City Hall
X
X
X
Economic Development Dept.
X
Bembow Veterans Memorial Park
13.B.46
Appendix
B
Develop a site-specific master plan with community involvement
X
X
Economic Development Dept.
X
X
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Local Trends in Programming
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A
Introduction
The following section is a detailed analysis of local trends for the Buckeye region, based specifically on data
from the Department. In order to quantify trends for specific activities and programs at a Departmental
level, program enrollment data for fiscal years from FY18-19 to FY23-24 were analyzed. This data includes
every program that was held by the Department for the last 6 fiscal years, with specific attention paid to the
programs that were held in most (or all) fiscal years since FY18-19. By analyzing these specific programs and
the attendance that they garnered, we can obtain a better understanding of what Buckeye residents want
when it comes to parks and recreation programming.
Within this analysis, individual programs were grouped into larger programmatic groups, such as ‘Swimming’
or ‘Camping’, so as to fully understand the participation trends that Buckeye and the surrounding region
are experiencing in recreation offerings. This analysis utilizes several different data analyzation methods in
order to best understand Buckeye’s programmatic growth (or lack thereof) in specific areas. The following
subsections outline each of these methods.
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Best Practice for All Partnerships
All partnerships developed and maintained by the Department should adhere to common policy
requirements. These include:
• Each partner will meet with or report to the Department staff on a regular basis to plan and share activity-
based costs and equity invested.
• Partners will establish measurable outcomes and work through key issues to focus on for the coming year to
meet the desired outcomes.
• Each partner will focus on meeting a balance of equity agreed to and track investment costs accordingly.
• Measurable outcomes will be reviewed regularly and shared with each partner, with adjustments made as
needed.
• A working partnership agreement will be developed and monitored together on a regularly defined basis.
• Each partner will assign a dedicated liaison responsible for communication and planning purposes between
the Department.
Policy Recommendations for Public and/or Private Partnerships
The recommended policies and practices for public/private partnerships that may include businesses, private
groups, private associations, or individuals who desire to make a profit from use of the Department’s facilities
or programs are detailed below. These can also apply to partnerships where a private party wishes to develop
a facility on park property, to provide a service on publicly owned property, or who has a contract with the
agency to provide a task or service on the agency’s behalf at public facilities. These unique partnership
principles are as follows:
• Upon entering into an agreement with a private business, group, association, or individual, the Department
staff and political leadership must recognize that they must allow the private entity to meet their financial
objectives within reasonable parameters that protect the mission, goals, and integrity of the Department.
• The working agreement of the partnership must establish a set of measurable outcomes to be achieved,
as well as the tracking method of how those outcomes will be monitored by the agency. The outcomes will
include standards of quality, financial reports, customer satisfaction, payments to the agency (if applicable),
and overall coordination with the Department for the services rendered.
• Depending on the level of investment made by the private contractor, the partnership agreement can be
limited to months, a year, or multiple years.
Partnership Best Practices and Recommendations
Partnership Opportunities
The Department currently has a strong network of recreation program partners. Therefore, the following
recommendations are both an overview of existing partnership opportunities available to the Department, as
well as a suggested approach to organizing partnership pursuits. This is not an exhaustive list of all potential
partnerships that can be developed, but this list can be used as a reference tool for the agency to develop its
own priorities in partnership development. The following five areas of focus are recommended:
1. Operational Partners: Other entities and organizations that can support the efforts of the Department
to maintain facilities and assets, promote amenities and park usage, support site needs, provide programs
and events, and/or maintain the integrity of natural/cultural resources through in-kind labor, equipment, or
materials.
2. Vendor Partners: Service providers and/or contractors that can gain brand association and notoriety as
a preferred vendor or supporter of the City or Department in exchange for reduced rates, services, or some
other agreed-upon benefit.
3. Service Partners: Nonprofit organizations and/or friends’ groups that support the efforts of the agency to
provide programs and events, and/or serve specific constituents in the community collaboratively.
4. Co-Branding Partners: Private, for-profit organizations that can gain brand association and notoriety as a
supporter of the Department in exchange for sponsorship or co-branded programs, events, marketing and
promotional campaigns, and/or advertising opportunities.
5. Resource Development Partners: A private, nonprofit organization with the primary purpose to leverage
private-sector resources, grants, other public funding opportunities, and resources from individuals
and groups within the community to support the goals and objectives of the agency on mutually agreed
strategic initiatives.
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Buckeye Planning Region Population
Buckeye Planning Region Households
Buckeye Planning Region Statistics
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Buckeye Planning Region Family Data
2010 Census Data
Segment
Households
Families
Percentage of
Households that are
Families
Central Buckeye
10,279
8,332
81%
East Buckeye
3,009
2,520
84%
Historic Buckeye
2,211
1,636
74%
North Buckeye
1,135
870
77%
South Buckeye
83
62
75%
Sun Valley
1,108
888
80%
West Buckeye
483
375
78%
Total
18,308
14,683
81%
2028 Projection
Segment
Households
Families
Percentage of
Households that are
Families
Central Buckeye
19,167
15,342
80%
East Buckeye
11,761
9,748
83%
Historic Buckeye
3,120
2,266
73%
North Buckeye
4,508
3,442
76%
South Buckeye
57
43
75%
Sun Valley
3,960
3,135
79%
West Buckeye
427
326
78%
Total
43,000
34,302
80%
2023 Estimate
Segment
Households
Families
Percentage of
Households that are
Families
Central Buckeye
17,900
14,315
80%
East Buckeye
10,880
8,993
83%
Historic Buckeye
3,056
2,213
72%
North Buckeye
4,371
3,328
76%
South Buckeye
58
43
74%
Sun Valley
3,659
2,890
79%
West Buckeye
425
324
78%
Total
40,349
32,106
80%
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(Source: ESRI)
(Source: ESRI)
(Source: ESRI)
(Source: ESRI)
(Source: ESRI)
(Source: ESRI)
(Source: ESRI)
Buckeye Planning Region Age Demographics
Buckeye Planning Region Income
Buckeye Median Household Income (2023)
CITY OF BUCKEYE
Central Buckeye
East Buckeye
Historic Buckeye
North Buckeye
South Buckeye
Sun Valley Buckeye
West Buckeye
$91,360
$122,925
$80,557
$66,480
$94,346
$78,787
$93,289
$76,804
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Program Enrollment Data
FY18-19 Data
FY19-20 Data
FY20-21 Data
FY21-22 Data
FY22-23 Data
FY23-24 Data
Category
Max
Enrollment
FY 18-19
Total Enrollment
Total
Percent Full
Max
Enrollment
FY 19-20
Total Enrollment
Total
Percent
Full
Max
Enrollment
FY20-21
Total
Enrollment
Total
Percent
Full
Max
Enrollment
FY21-22
Total
Enrollment
Total
Percent
Full
Max
Enrollment
FY22-23
Total
Enrollment
Total
Percent
Full
Max
Enrollment
FY23-24
Total
Enrollment
Total
Percent
Full
Aerobics
290
9
3.10%
865
3
0.35%
Babysitting
88
21
24%
44
25
57%
17
15
88%
41
24
59%
54
30
56%
66
31
47%
Bachata
40
0
0%
150
35
23%
60
0
0%
Backpacking
50
15
30%
Ballet
390
313
80.26%
360
249
69.17%
248
51
21%
545
364
67%
589
430
73%
636
494
78%
Baseball
218
240
110.09%
266
262
98.50%
266
268
101%
364
403
111%
487
446
92%
482
485
101%
Basketball
114
45
39.47%
120
30
25.00%
100
91
91%
410
133
32%
498
245
49%
Bingo
325
23
7%
24
8
33%
168
92
55%
Bowling
16
21
131.25%
11
9
82%
Boxing
50
27
54%
455
133
29%
305
157
51%
Camping
125
102
81.60%
600
171
28.50%
250
66
26%
75
48
64%
200
27
14%
Cheer
75
58
77%
75
61
81%
25
11
44%
264
120
45%
225
171
76%
135
117
87%
Cooking
100
6
6%
636
605
95%
Cricket
140
0
0%
Dance Fitness
800
57
7%
1,200
69
6%
Diving
66
24
36%
51
4
8%
16
6
38%
94
58
62%
60
44
73%
60
42
70%
Dog Training
120
65
54%
420
279
66%
E-Sports
40
4
10%
40
0
0%
Fencing
52
44
85%
246
155
63%
216
110
51%
Football
292
294
100.68%
311
5
1.61%
270
273
101%
440
389
88%
441
462
105%
Gymnastics
315
331
105.08%
459
375
81.70%
190
115
61%
1,065
904
85%
1,652
1,272
77%
1,687
1,531
91%
Hiking
1,482
977
65.92%
2840
1,336
47.04%
1,187
353
30%
1,459
1,219
84%
1,769
1,429
81%
2,839
1,823
64%
Hip Hop
150
103
68.67%
135
92
68.15%
80
29
36%
207
139
67%
240
203
85%
210
178
85%
Horseback
10
15
150%
52
28
54%
Jazz
20
0
0%
24
5
21%
Judo
295
223
75.59%
510
152
29.80%
75
0
0%
291
185
64%
360
235
65%
360
185
51%
Karate
745
517
69.40%
945
400
42.33%
222
63
28%
568
430
76%
576
363
63%
576
273
47%
Latin Dance
140
6
4%
290
3
1%
Outdoor Fitness
1,600
151
9%
2,400
105
4%
Parkour
30
34
113%
630
464
74%
Pickleball
202
42
21%
150
64
43%
Preschool
543
466
86%
Soccer
1,988
1,644
82.70%
1,749
896
51.23%
1,106
1,050
95%
1,633
1734
106%
1,941
1,940
100%
2,517
2,446
97%
Softball
60
62
103%
64
67
105%
88
93
106%
92
92
100%
181
155
86%
136
128
94%
Special Olympics
24
3
13%
80
5
6%
284
38
13%
Sportball
12
13
108%
Swimming
1,010
679
67%
1,735
1,452
84%
1,496
463
31%
2,622
2,117
81%
2,192
2,108
96%
1,620
1,744
108%
Tap
225
172
76%
180
139
77%
130
32
25%
231
176
76%
195
173
89%
255
220
86%
T-Ball
190
193
102%
204
182
89%
224
124
55%
172
208
121%
70
77
110%
128
122
95%
Tennis
420
96
23%
280
57
20%
40
0
0%
264
122
46%
168
98
58%
132
90
68%
Theater
75
36
48%
75
31
41%
35
0
0%
22
14
64%
Volleyball
72
15
20.83%
48
16
33.33%
24
4
17%
80
61
76%
Wrestling
134
101
75%
140
95
68%
Yoga
360
131
36.39%
805
162
20.12%
1,131
524
46%
1,120
597
53%
800
255
32%
1,150
321
28%
Zumba
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6
4.00%
120
2
1.67%
530
428
81%
1,409
514
36%
1,038
201
19%
780
169
22%
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Essential Services
Core Program Area
Individual Program
Aquatics
Night Swim - Open Swim - Swim Lessons
Library
Babytime - EON - Music in the Stacks - Storytime - Summer Reading -
Volunteer Program
Rental Space
Recreation Center Room Rental
Senior Services
Meal Programs - Passive Recreation - Social Activities
Special Events
Glow on Monroe - Halloween Carnival - Independence Day - Memorial Day
- Spring Celebration - Veterans Events
Youth Programs
B.A.S.E. - Lil’ Squirts Preschool - Summer Camp - Summer Lil’ Squirts -
Summer Recreation
Important Services
Core Program Area
Individual Program
Adult Sports/Fitness
Commit Dance Fitness - Mixed Fit - Yoga - Zumba
Library
Book Club - College/Career Planning - ESOL (English Classes) - Open Mic
Night - Read Better Be Better - Museum Speaker Series - Teen Painting
Outdoor Programming
Elves on the Trail Program - Environmental Education Classes - Hiking Yoga
- Jingle Bell Hike to Santa - Jurassic Hike Program - Monthly Fitness Hike - Reptile
Hike - Veterans Day Summit Hike - Wildflower Walk
Senior Services
Basic Arts and Crafts - Impact Exercise Programs - Low Impact Exercise -
Senior Trips/Outings
Special Events
Air Fair - Buckeye Days - Concerts in the Park - Holiday Lights Experience - Movies
in the Park
Special Interest Classes Lifelong Learning Programs
Youth Programs
B.A.S.E. Fall Break Camp - B.A.S.E. Spring Break Camp - B.A.S.E. Winter Break
Camp - Teens Drop Zone
Youth Sports
Baseball - Basketball - Flag Football - Soccer - Softball
Value-Added Services
Core Program Area
Individual Program
Adaptive Recreation
Athletics (Track and Field) - Basketball - Bocce - Soccer - Swimming
Adult Sports/Fitness
Co-Ed Softball - Rusty Spurs
Aquatics
Swim Team - Tot Team - Water Aerobics
Library
Bookbinding - Carol Rugh Film Series - Harry Potter Party - Santa Storytime - Writer’s Club
- YEON
Outdoor Programming
Field Trips
Special Events
Buckeye Marathon - Cotton Fest - Social Events (Summer/Holiday) - Years of Service
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The current staffing of the Department comprises 87 regular full-time and part-time approved positions that
includes the Director and two Deputy Directors. Additionally, over 200 seasonal and temporary staff positions
are hired annually to assist in the Senior Center, Recreation Division, Events, Libraries, and Human Services
Division. The organization chart below reflects the current staffing structure of the Department.
Director
Deputy
Director
Arts & Culture
Manager
Deputy
Director
Administration &
Projects Manager
Management
Assistant
Project
Coordinator
Administrative
Assistant II
Human Services
Manager
Social
Services
Coordinator
Social
Services
Caseworker
Temporary
Staff (x2)
Library
Manager
Library
Outreach
Coordinator
Senior
Library
Assistant
Library
Specialist
Senior
Library
Assistant
Senior
Library
Assistant
Library/
Museum
Assistant
(PT)
Library
Assistant
(PT)
Senior
Library
Assistant
Senior
Library
Assistant
Library
Assistant
(PT)
Library
and Museum
Superintendent
Librarian-
Downtown
Supervisor
Librarian-
Coyote
Supervisor
Library
Systems &
Technology
Administrator
Parks
Manager
Irrigation
Specialist
Maintenance
Worker III
Irrigation
Specialist
Maintenance
Worker III
Maintenance
Foreman
Maintenance
Foreman
Parks
Superintendent
Events
Manager
Marketing &
Sponsorships
Coordinator
Events
Coordinator
Events
Coordinator
Events
Coordinator
Senior Center
Manager
Kitchen
Assistant
Senior
Center
Programmer
Senior Center
Assistant-
Transportation
Kitchen
Assistant
Meal
Delivery Aide
(PT)
Kitchen
Operations
Coordinator
Senior Center
Coordinator
Recreation
Manager
Inclusion
Coordinator
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Recreation
Coordinator
(Youth)
Customer
Service Rep., Sr.
Recreation
Superintendent
(SIC & Outdoor)
Recreation
Superintendent
(Sports & Aquatic)
Maintenance
Worker III
Maintenance
Worker II
Maintenance
Worker II
Maintenance
Worker I
Maintenance
Worker I (PT)
Maintenance
Worker I (PT)
Maintenance
Worker III
Maintenance
Worker II
Maintenance
Worker II
Maintenance
Worker I
Maintenance
Worker I (PT)
Maintenance
Worker I (PT)
200+ Seasonal Staff
Management
Assistant
Senior
Library
Assistant
Senior
Library
Assistant
Library
Assistant
(PT)
Library
Assistant
(PT)
Library
Assistant
(PT)
Library
Assistant
(PT)
Social
Services
Caseworker
Customer
Service Rep., Sr.
Customer
Service Rep., Sr.
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Recreation
Coordinator
(Youth)
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Recreation
Program
Assistant
Customer
Service Rep., Sr.
Senior Center
Assistant-
Transportation
(PT)
Senior Center
Assistant-
Transportation
(PT)
Senior Center
Assistant-
Transportation
(PT)
Recreation
Superintendent
(Youth Programs)
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Participant and Spectator Code
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Appendix B:
Facility Inventory and Assessment
Introduction
Buckeye is a historic city in the midst of modern expansion. The fast-growing city has a blend of old Arizona
charm, farmland, housing developments, and commercial and educational opportunities. Nestled around
the White Tank Mountains and Buckeye Hills, the City contains thousands of acres of park land, including the
8,675-acre Skyline Regional Park with 22 miles of trails for citizens and visitors to explore. As the city changes
and develops, knowledge of existing parks facilities and their conditions becomes increasingly important
when planning for community needs. To understand further how the current parks are meeting visitors’
desires, the project team performed an in-depth field inventory and assessment.
The project team visited each of Buckeye’s parks between May and July 2024, and took detailed evaluation
on what facilities and amenities each park offers, the condition of each asset, and any other necessary notes
and photographs on site. This data was then compiled into the data tables within the following appendix.
Each asset was graded on age, size, and condition, and was rated a number one through five that signaled
the maintenance priority at the time of inventory. Priority 1 was considered a safety hazard or inoperable
status, while Priority 5 was considered to be in great condition and did not need maintenance or other
improvements.
This inventory and assessment data can help City of Buckeye staff understand how community needs are
currently being met, see where potential gaps and development opportunities lie, and plan how to prioritize
maintenance efforts and budgets.
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Assessing and understanding the current park system is a crucial phase in the development of the City’s Parks
and Recreation Master Plan. Conducted between May 1 and July 3, 2024, this inventory and assessment set
out to analyze each park asset based on location, quantity, size, and quality. It also examines what amenities
are being provided by the City vs. which are provided by HOAs, and the ways the City can expand their parks
system with these different needs and amenities in mind.
Condition and Maintenance
Overall, the parks and facilities visited were found to be in average to great condition. They seem to be well maintained
in terms of general upkeep, grooming, and maintenance, with minimal graffiti, vandalism, or disrepair spotted. The most
common issues seen were simply old items needing replacement (such as trash cans, informational signage that had
weathered away, or bathroom facilities in need of repair), and no critical safety issues were recorded. Many amenities
looked new or were in great condition (especially play features and regulatory signage).
Irrigation Systems
During the on-site assessments, irrigation systems were only visually inspected. It is advised that the City conduct a
comprehensive system-wide irrigation audit. This audit should encompass inventorying and assessing the existing
irrigation systems and maintenance practices across all parks and facilities. The evaluation should consider existing
equipment, supply and demand, and hydraulic analysis, and provide prioritized recommendations with associated costs
for necessary improvements. Addressing deficiencies in the irrigation systems will contribute to maintaining consistent,
high-quality turf and open spaces, ultimately enhancing the range of programming opportunities available.
ADA Compliance
Although a thorough ADA compliance review was not included as part of this assessment, on-site investigations
found that the facilities, overall, met code and were maintained well. Opportunities to provide better access to
ramadas and play features exist. The city maintains an ADA transition plan and conducts regular audits of the plan to
ensure accessibility.
Buildings and Facilities
A Facility Condition Assessment for structures, including community centers and restroom buildings, was not
conducted as a part of this project; only visual inspections were performed. It is advised that the City initiate a
condition assessment for all its facilities. This assessment should ascertain the condition, average remaining useful
life expectancy, code violations, reasons for deficiencies, and the impact on structure or occupancy, outlining required
maintenance and repair work. Moreover, it is recommended to calculate the costs for each deficient condition using
nationally recognized estimating standards.
Connectivity
Many of the parks were connected visually through similar signage or educational panels and site furnishings, especially
through the downtown parks. However, physical connectivity could be improved through a more pleasant/shaded
urban walking experience between park spaces, more opportunities for green space to unite parts of town or the
community, and increased trails and pedestrian and bike routes throughout Buckeye. Greenways/greenbelts and
multi-use paths as part of future roadway and street improvements should be considered, as well as more natural trails
especially through the White Tank mountain area.
In general, the overall impression of the City of Buckeye’s parks and
recreation system is as follows:
• The City parks provide a diverse range of amenities, including ball and multi-use fields, playgrounds,
aquatic facilities, recreation and senior centers, a skate park, a dog park, basketball courts, and
reservable ramadas.
• The City parks do not contain any tennis, raquetball, or pickleball courts, outdoor games, fitness
stations, or amphitheaters.
• The majority of the City parks are located near the downtown core, with citizens in other areas relying
on HOA parks to fulfill their needs.
• Many of the City pocket parks could be perceived as being part of residential developments and not for
general public use.
• Many of the City parks share the same ramadas, trash cans, and bike racks for a cohesive feel in the
downtown core.
• Other, larger parks like Sundance and Skyline Regional Parks have a more unique character.
• Park connectivity could be improved through trails and multi-use pathways.
• Some City parks have little vegetation or shaded seating.
• Overall park maintenance seems good, with many amenities in good shape and others new or
recently replaced.
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Amenities and Facilities: HOA Parks
The following table shows the quantity and variety of amenities and facilities that the HOA parks provide to
their community residents, in total.
Amenities and Facilities: City Parks
The following table shows the quantity and variety of amenities and facilities that the City provides within
each of its parks.
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AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
Aquatic Center/ Pool
7
Baseball Field (Lighted)
5
Baseball Field (Non-Lighted)
3
Basketball Court (Lighted)
14
Basketball Court (Non-Lighted)
15
Bbq Pit/ Grill
90
Bean Bag Toss (Cornhole)
7
Bench
354
Bike Rack/ Loop
53
Bleachers
33
Bocce Ball Court
3
Community/ Recreation Center (Sf)
65500
Dog Bag Station
21
Dog Park
2
Drinking Fountain
32
Fitness Station
13
Flag Pole
1
Horseshoe Pit
10
Irrigation System (Ac)
287
Maintenance Building (Small)
1
Maintenance Yard/ Building
4
Multiuse Court (Non-Lighted)
1
Multiuse Field - Rectangular (Lighted)
3
Multiuse Field - Rectangular (Non-Lighted)
7
Open Turf Area (Ac)
150
Parking Lot (Spaces)
1006
Pickleball Court
47
Picnic Table
282
Plaground Structure (Accessory)
61
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
97
Playground Structure (Shaded)
27
Ramada (Large)
12
Ramada (Small)
154
Restroom Building
9
Shade Structure (Stand-Alone)
59
Signage (Park Entry)
16
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
39
Softball Field (Non-Lighted)
1
Splash Pad
24
Swing Set
57
Tennis Court (Lighted)
18
Trail - Paved (Mi)
1
Trash Receptacle
2
Veterans Memorial
1
Volleyball Court
3
Volleyball Court (Sand)
11
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
Aquatic Center/Pool
1
Baseball Field (Lighted)
4
Basketball Court (Lighted)
3.5
BBQ Pit/Grill
37
Bench
110
Community/Recreation Center (SF)
23,875
Concession Building
2
Dog Park
1
Drinking Fountain
11
Lake/Pond
1
Multi-use Field – Rectangular (Lighted)
7
Open Turf Area (AC)
7
Parking Lot (Spaces)
1,077
Picnic Table
163
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
1
Playground Structure (Shaded)
5
Ramada (Large)
2
Ramada (Small)
27
Restroom Building
6
Skateboard Park
1
Softball Field (Lighted)
4
Splash Pad
1
Swing Set
6
Trail – Non-Paved (Miles)
22
Trash Receptacle
80
Volleyball Court (Sand)
4
*Please reference pages 534-543 for these matrices.
*HOA inventory data includes the combined findings at the time of evaluation, from parks in Verrado, Tartesso,
Blue Hills, Blue Horizons, Sun City Festival, Festival Foothills, Riata West, Sonoran Vista, Sunset Point, Sunset
Vista, Westpark, Rancho Vista, Vista De Montana, Dove Cove, Miller Manor, Acacia Crossing, Sundance,
Sundance Shadows, Sundance Cove, Watson Estates, Sienna Hills, Canyon View, Windmill Village, Parkplace,
Parkside, Encantada Estates, and Terravista. Items may have been added or removed since; construction and
maintenance are ongoing endeavors.
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QTY
VERRADO
Aquatic Center/ Pool
4
Baseball Field (Lighted)
1
Basketball Court (Lighted)
1
Basketball Court (Non-Lighted)
5
Bbq Pit/ Grill
11
Bean Bag Toss (Cornhole)
4
Bench
125
Bike Rack/ Loop
11
Bleachers
8
Bocce Ball Court
2
Community/ Recreation Center (Sf)
8500
Dog Bag Station
8
Dog Park
2
Drinking Fountain
11
Fitness Station
2
Flag Pole
1
Irrigation System (Ac)
56
Lighting (Site, Parking, Ped, Etc)
1
Maintenance Yard/ Building
2
Multiuse Court (Lighted)
5
Multiuse Field - Rectangular (Lighted)
1
Multiuse Field - Rectangular (Non-Lighted)
1
Open Turf Area (Ac)
29
Parking Lot (Spaces)
483
Pickleball Court
11
Picnic Table
90
Plaground Structure (Accessory)
31
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
16
Playground Structure (Shaded)
3
Ramada (Large)
7
Ramada (Small)
36
Restroom Building
4
Shade Structure (Stand-Alone)
23
Signage (Park Entry)
10
Softball Field (Non-Lighted)
1
Splash Pad
2
Swing Set
24
Tennis Court (Lighted)
4
Trail - Paved (Mi)
1
Volleyball Court
2
Volleyball Court (Sand)
2
SIENNA HILLS
Aquatic Center/ Pool
1
Basketball Court (Non-Lighted)
2
Bbq Pit/ Grill
3
Bench
6
Dog Bag Station
4
Drinking Fountain
1
Irrigation System (Ac)
9
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
Multiuse Field - Rectangular (Non-Lighted)
2
Open Turf Area (Ac)
5
Parking Lot (Spaces)
35
Picnic Table
13
Plaground Structure (Accessory)
2
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
1
Playground Structure (Shaded)
2
Ramada (Small)
2
Restroom Building
1
Shade Structure (Stand-Alone)
3
Signage (Park Entry)
2
Swing Set
5
Volleyball Court
1
CANYON VIEW
Baseball Field (Lighted)
1
Bbq Pit/ Grill
5
Bench
17
Dog Bag Station
3
Fitness Station
3
Irrigation System (Ac)
15
Lighting (Site, Parking, Ped, Etc)
3
Open Turf Area (Ac)
11
Picnic Table
3
Plaground Structure (Accessory)
2
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
1
Playground Structure (Shaded)
2
Ramada (Small)
8
Signage (Park Entry)
1
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
1
Volleyball Court (Sand)
1
WINDMILL VILLAGE
Bbq Pit/ Grill
7
Bench
6
Bike Rack/ Loop
7
Irrigation System (Ac)
8
Kiosk (Interpretive)
0
Lake / Pond
0
Lighting (Site, Parking, Ped, Etc)
1
Maintenance Building (Small)
0
Maintenance Yard/ Building
0
Multiuse Court (Lighted)
0
Multiuse Court (Non-Lighted)
1
Multiuse Field - Diamond (Lighted)
0
Multiuse Field - Diamond (Non-Lighted)
0
Multiuse Field - Rectangular (Artificial)
0
Multiuse Field - Rectangular (Artificial - Lighted)
0
Multiuse Field - Rectangular (Lighted)
0
Multiuse Field - Rectangular (Non-Lighted)
1
Open Turf Area (Ac)
4
Outdoor Amphitheater
0
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AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
Picnic Table
9
Plaground Structure (Accessory)
1
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
7
Ramada (Small)
8
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
5
Swing Set
2
SUNDANCE COVE
Basketball Court (Non-Lighted)
1
Bbq Pit/ Grill
3
Bench
1
Irrigation System (Ac)
3
Open Turf Area (Ac)
2
Picnic Table
5
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
3
Ramada (Small)
3
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
2
SUNDANCE
Aquatic Center/ Pool
1
Basketball Court (Non-Lighted)
1
Bbq Pit/ Grill
3
Bench
7
Bike Rack/ Loop
1
Bleachers
1
Community/ Recreation Center (Sf)
20000
Irrigation System (Ac)
4
Maintenance Building (Small)
1
Open Turf Area (Ac)
2
Parking Lot (Spaces)
10
Pickleball Court
12
Picnic Table
3
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
2
Ramada (Small)
3
Restroom Building
1
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
2
Tennis Court (Lighted)
2
Volleyball Court (Sand)
1
COYOTE RIDGE
Bbq Pit/ Grill
3
Bean Bag Toss (Cornhole)
2
Bench
4
Dog Bag Station
2
Irrigation System (Ac)
4
Multiuse Field - Rectangular (Non-Lighted)
1
Open Turf Area (Ac)
2
Picnic Table
2
Playground Structure (Shaded)
2
Ramada (Small)
2
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
SUNDANCE SHADOWS
Baseball Field (Non-Lighted)
1
Basketball Court (Non-Lighted)
1
Bbq Pit/ Grill
9
Bench
12
Bike Rack/ Loop
4
Bocce Ball Court
1
Irrigation System (Ac)
13
Maintenance Yard/ Building
1
Open Turf Area (Ac)
8
Picnic Table
11
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
8
Playground Structure (Shaded)
1
Ramada (Small)
10
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
7
TERRAVISTA
Basketball Court (Non-Lighted)
1
Irrigation System (Ac)
5
Open Turf Area (Ac)
3
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
1
Ramada (Small)
1
ENCANTADA ESTATES
Aquatic Center/ Pool
Baseball Field (Lighted)
Baseball Field (Non-Lighted)
Basketball Court (Lighted)
Basketball Court (Non-Lighted)
Bbq Pit/ Grill
Bean Bag Toss (Cornhole)
Bench
Bike Rack/ Loop
Bike Park (Sf)
Bleachers
Bocce Ball Court
Climbing Wall (Large)
Climbing Wall (Small)
Community/ Recreation Center (Sf)
Concession Buidling
Decorative Fountain
Disc Golf Course
Dog Bag Station
Dog Park
Drinking Fountain
Fencing (Chain-Link)
Fencing (Wood)
Fitness Station
Flag Pole
Football Field (Lighted)
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QTY
Irrigation System (Ac)
3
Open Turf Area (Ac)
1
Picnic Table
2
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
2
Ramada (Small)
2
PARKPLACE
Basketball Court (Non-Lighted)
1
Bbq Pit/ Grill
2
Bench
4
Irrigation System (Ac)
3
Open Turf Area (Ac)
2
Picnic Table
2
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
1
Ramada (Small)
1
PARKSIDE
Bench
1
Fitness Station
7
Irrigation System (Ac)
3
Open Turf Area (Ac)
2
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
1
Bbq Pit/ Grill
5
Bench
4
Dog Bag Station
1
Irrigation System (Ac)
6
Lighting (Site, Parking, Ped, Etc)
5
Open Turf Area (Ac)
4
Picnic Table
6
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
3
Ramada (Small)
5
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For each asset, a grading standard has been assigned to the observed amenities within it. These scores are
qualitative in nature and are determined based on the observations of the personnel conducting the field
inventory. These categories were evaluated based on the individual asset’s condition as opposed to the
overall system during the inventory. If the amenity and/or facility was noted to exist in a condition well below
that of similar equipment within other parks, then it was noted within the matrix as such. The number values
then were used to provide a numerical score for the park based on the number of opportunities and quality of
opportunities offered. The condition score was based on conditions at the time of evaluation, and may have
been addressed since that time as park maintenance is an ongoing endeavor.
The following scoring system was used:
Priority 1 – Currently Critical
Conditions in this category require immediate action by the end of the current fiscal year to:
• Correct a safety hazard
• Stop accelerated deterioration
• Return a facility/system to operational status
Priority 2 – Potentially Critical
Conditions in this category, if not corrected expeditiously, will become critical soon. Situations within this
category include:
• Correct a safety hazard
• Stop accelerated deterioration
• Return a facility/system to operational status
Priority 3 – Necessary, But Not Yet Critical
Conditions in this category require appropriate attention to preclude predictable deterioration and associated
damage or higher costs if deferred further.
Priority 4 – Recommended
Conditions in this category include items that represent a sensible improvement to existing conditions,
include finishes that have deteriorated, and are required to maintain aesthetic standards. These
improvements are not required for the most basic functioning of the facility.
Priority 5 – Early in Lifecycle
Conditions in this category function properly and are early enough in their lifecycle that improvements are not
currently needed.
The quality of each asset within the overall City system is an important factor when evaluating the current
level of service provided. Parks that are not properly maintained, outdated, and/or do not provide a certain
quality of experience to the user will not attract park visitors. By examining how each park compares to one
another, department management and staff can evaluate and prioritize park improvement projects and
identify gaps in coverage across the entire City system.
The quality of each asset was assessed as a part of the on-site review and inventory. The following factors
were the primary categories reviewed during the inventory phase:
• Asset Age
• Asset Size
• Asset Condition
Evaluation Methodology
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AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
PRIORITY
COMMENTS
Bench
9
3
• Some cracking/bowing but most look okay
Flag Pole
1
5
Lighting (Site, Parking, Ped, Etc.)
2
3
• Wear & tear
Parking Lot (Spaces)
3
4
Signage (Park Entry)
1
5
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
1
5
Trash Receptacle
2
4
Veterans Memorial
1
4
• Some staining
Benbow Veterans Memorial Park
Size:
0.11 Acres
Classification:
City Pocket
Location:
413 Monroe Ave
Asset Evaluation
Bayless Park
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
PRIORITY
COMMENTS
Bench
1
3
• No ADA access; wear on concrete pad and bench legs
Irrigation System (AC)
1
4
Open Turf Area (AC)
1
3
• Ponding/bald spots
Size:
1.20 Acres
Classification:
City Pocket
Location:
100 N Apache Rd
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AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
PRIORITY
COMMENTS
Basketball Court (non-Lighted)
.5
3
• Smaller than half court
• Cracking pad; no striping
BBQ Grill
1
4
Bench
1
5
Bike Rack
1
2
• Flaking/rusting
Library (SF)
6,370
N/A
Flag Pole
1
3
• Some rusting/discoloration
Irrigation System (AC)
.5
5
Lighting (Site, Parking, Ped, Etc.)
3
5
Open Turf Area (AC)
.5
4
Parking Lot (Spaces)
22
4
Picnic Table
5
5
Playground Structure
1
5
Ramada (Small)
1
4
Shade Structure (Stand-Alone)
1
3
• Rusting posts
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
1
5
Trash Receptacle
2
5
Kell Park & Library
Size:
0.80 Acres
Classification:
City Pocket
Location:
300 6th St
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
PRIORITY
COMMENTS
Baseball Field (Lighted)
2
5
Basketball Court (Lighted)
1.5
4
Bench
17
4
Bleachers
12
5
Community/Senior Center (SF)
9,632
4
Drinking Fountain
2
3
• Wear, deposits/discoloration/rusting
Fencing (Chain-Link) (LF)
2,920
5
Irrigation System (AC)
10
3
• Patchy turf with balding/soupy spots
Lighting (Site, Parking, Ped, Etc.)
10
4
Maintenance Yard/Building
1
4
Multi-Use Field, Rectangular (Lighted)
2
4
Parking Lot (Spaces)
189
3
• Lots of cracking and some striping fading; eroding
edges at turf field
Playground Structure (Shaded)
1
5
Restroom Building
2
3
• Aesthetic wear, water dripping, one out of order
Shade Structure (Stand-Alone)
4
4
Signage (Park Entry)
2
4
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
3
2
• Major fading and heavy wear that reduces readability
Softball Field (Lighted)
2
5
Trash Receptacle
15
3
• Staining, scratching, lid warping
Earl Edgar Park & Senior Center
Size:
25.75 Acres
Classification:
Community
Location:
500 S Miller Rd
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AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
PRIORITY
COMMENTS
BBQ Grill
2
3
• Rusted
Open Turf Area (AC)
2
2
• Turf dead and missing in areas
Picnic Table
2
3
• Chipping
Playground Structure (Non-Shaded)
1
5
Ramada (Small)
1
4
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
1
5
Trash Receptacle
1
3
• Needs new lid
Serena Park
Size:
2.60 Acres
Classification:
City Pocket
Location:
E Amabisca Cir
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
PRIORITY
COMMENTS
Irrigation System (AC)
2
5
Open Turf Area (AC)
1
5
Narramore Park
Size:
1.68 Acres
Classification:
City Pocket
Location:
601 E Narramore
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Sundance Park
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
PRIORITY
COMMENTS
Baseball Field (Lighted)
2
5
Basketball Court (Lighted)
2
5
Bbq Grill
27
5
Bench
62
5
Bike Rack/Loop
23
5
Bleachers
8
4
Concession Building
1
5
Dog Bag Station
6
3
Fading/discoloration, wear, no dog bags
Dog Park
2
3
• Wear and tear in general
• Shade structures look poor
Drinking Fountain
7
5
Irrigation System (AC)
28
5
Lake/Pond
1
5
Lighting (Site, Parking, Ped., Etc.)
169
5
Maintenance Building (Small)
1
5
Maintenance Yard/Building
2
5
Multi-Use Field, Rectangular (Lighted)
5
5
Open Turf Area (AC)
3
5
Parking Lot (Spaces)
601
5
Picnic Table
148
5
Playground Structure (Accessory)
7
5
Playground Structure (Shaded)
2
5
Ramada (Large)
4
5
Ramada (Small)
22
5
Restroom Building
2
4
• Facility overall looks great
• Family restroom was out of order
Shade Structure (Stand-Alone)
8
5
Signage (Park Entry)
3
5
Signage (Regulatory/Interpretive)
6
5
Softball Field (Lighted)
2
5
Splash Pad
1
5
Swing Set
5
5
Trash Receptacle
59
5
Volleyball Court (Sand)
4
5
Size:
68.00 Acres
Classification:
Community
Location:
22865 W Lower
Buckeye Rd
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
PRIORITY
COMMENTS
BBQ Grill
12
3
• Some wear/rusting
Bike Rack/Loop
2
5
Camp Sites
7
4
Dog Bag Station
2
4
Parking Lot (Spaces)
70
4
Picnic Table
17
5
Ramada (Small)
5
5
Restroom Building
1
5
Signage (Park Entry)
1
5
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
1
5
Trail – Non-Paved (Mi)
22.5
4
Trash Receptacle
9
3
• Missing
• Some lids need replacement
Skyline Regional Park
Classification:
Natural Area/Open Space
Location:
2600 N Watson Rd
Size:
8,765 Acres
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AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
PRIORITY
COMMENTS
Bench
3
5
Trash Receptacle
2
4
Large Stadium Lights
5
4
Irrigation System (acres)
.5
4
Amphitheater
1
5
6th St. Plaza Park
Size:
.5 Acres
Classification:
City Pocket
Location:
517 Monroe Ave
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
PRIORITY
COMMENTS
Aquatic Center/Pool
1
4
• Picnic tables, water features etc, look great
• Poured-in-place rubberized surfacing paving eroding
a bit
BBQ Grill
2
2
• Rusting
Bench
17
4
Bike Rack/Loop
14
4
• 8 at aquatic; 6 at rec center
Community/Recreation Center (SF)
8,067
5
Drinking Fountain
3
3
• Some discoloration/rust/staining
Irrigation System (AC)
5
3
• Some bald turf spots, some soupy spots
Lighting (Site, Parking, Ped, Etc.)
1
N/A
Maintenance Building (Small)
1
5
• Part of aquatic center building
Open Turf Area (AC)
1
3
• Overall, fine
• Some mud/bald spots
Parking Lot (Spaces)
195
4
Picnic Table
3
3
• Wear & tear
Playground Structure (Accessory)
2
5
Playground Structure (Shaded)
3
5
Ramada (Small)
2
2
• One near playground looks great
• One in turf shows cracking on concrete masonry unit
and concrete pool
Restroom Building
1
3
• Exterior restrooms look great, a 4
• Interior restrooms and changing facilities more like a 2;
need refurbishing
Shade Structure (Stand-Alone)
2
3
• Wear and tear
• Showing holes/rust
Signage (Park Entry)
2
4
• Aquatic entry sign looks great
• Baseball sign in need of repair; a 2
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
1
5
Skateboard Park
1
3
• Some graffiti/coverage, some wear
Swing Set
1
4
• Wear
• Wear on top bar
Trash Receptacle
5
2
• Wear and tear
• Some beat up, missing lids, or rusting
Town Park, Rec Center, Aquatic Center, and Skate Park
Size:
7.39 Acres
Classification:
Neighborhood
Location:
207 N 9th St
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City Parks and Facilities Map
*County Park
*County Park
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Appendix C:
Lifecycle Replacement Plan and
Total Cost of Ownership
Introduction
This Life Cycle Replacement Plan provides a thorough look into the quantity of existing assets, the timeline
for which they will be in need of replacement, and the appropriate (future inflation adjusted) value for each.
The intent of this document is to provide a starting point in quantifying the considerable financial value of the
existing physical assets contained within the entire Department using detailed data collection and analysis.
To plan and prioritize projects, recommendations include balancing the maintenance of current assets
with the development of new facilities. The framework of this document is utilized to determine Life Cycle
Replacement Plan projects in concert with an implementable financial plan.
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Utilizing the results of the on-site inventory and assessment, detailed matrices were developed which
utilized the previously established grading standards along with current construction pricing to create an
improvement priority plan and associated value for each facility. Assets scored with grading standards F (1)
and D (2) were considered critical and therefore are noted in Life Cycle Replacement Plan for the next 1 to 6
years to correct safety hazards and accelerated deterioration. Assets scored with grading standard C (3) were
categorized as Life Cycle Replacement Plan for years 7 to 12 and those scored grading standards B (4) and A (5)
were categorized as 13+ years as assets were early enough in their lifecycles to not be in need of immediately
replacement. Note that some asset scoring was adjusted from the original site inventory and assessment to
more closely align with the previously approved repair and replacement schedules outlined within the City’s
existing Life Cycle Replacement Plan plan for the next 6 years.
This plan is recommended to help guide the decision-making process for Life Cycle Replacement Plan
investments. It acknowledges a fiscal reality, leading to the continuous rebalancing of priorities and their
associated expenditures. This plan focuses on sustainable replacement projects at existing parks. These are
critical maintenance projects including: lifecycle replacement, repair of existing equipment, safety and ADA
improvements. Many of these types of improvements typically require one-time funding and are not likely to
increase annual operations and maintenance costs. In many cases, these types of projects may reduce annual
operations and maintenance costs.
A complete list of the projects in each is identified within this document.
The following are the general assumptions utilized in the development of this Life Cycle Replacement Plan:
• All projects must be financially viable.
• Only projects likely to be implemented are included in the plan.
• Projects must be consistent with other planning efforts and existing approved Life Cycle Replacement
Plan funding, where applicable
• Costs shown are intended to be rough order of magnitude and based on park and recreation-related
amenities only.
• Cost escalators have been included for projects
(Years 7-12 =35%, Years 13+ =55%).
• City staff should continue to evaluate costing information with current market conditions throughout
the life of the plan.
With careful planning and a keen vision, the information contained within this plan will assist the City in its
efforts to ensure that infrastructure operation, maintenance, rehabilitation, and park development is as
efficient and effective as possible.
Methodology
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Summary
Life Cycle Replacement Plan Years 6-10
Life Cycle Replacement Plan Years 10+
Life Cycle Replacement Plan Years 0-5
Park Name
Life Cycle
Replacement Plan
(0-5 Years)
Life Cycle
Replacement Plan
(6-10 Years)
Life Cycle
Replacement Plan (10+
Years)
6th St Plaza Park
$-
$-
$41,889
Benbow Veterans Memorial Park
$-
$78,659
$57,038
Earl Edgar Recreational Facility
$12,075
$1,598,936
$11,330,059
Kell Park
$4,025
$150,319
$1,502,638
Narramore Park
$-
$-
$113,029
Serena Park
$-
$171,122
$579,606
Skyline Regional Park
$-
$58,219
$2,818,574
Sundance Park
$-
$998,675
$27,382,827
Town Park
$63,628
$1,250,215
$20,378,951
Total
$79,728
$4,338,098
$64,231,347
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The following pages provide a detailed look at each park’s existing assets. The following matrices convey the
quantity of existing assets at each park and the timeline for replacement, construction, or implementation.
Recommendations outlined were based on the scoring assigned in the Park and Facilities Assessment Section
of this plan, as well as meetings with City Staff.
Note that costs shown are intended to be rough order of magnitude and based on park and recreation related
amenities. The values shown within this document are based on 2024 dollars with cost escalators added in
years 7-12 (35%) and years 13+ (55%). City Staff should continue to evaluate costing information with current
market conditions throughout the life of the plan as project funding opportunities arise.
6TH St. Plaza Park
Size:
.23 Acres
Classification:
City Pocket
Location:
517 Monroe Ave
Benbow Veterans Memorial Park
Size:
0.06 Acres
Classification:
City Pocket
Location:
413 Monroe Ave
Size:
0.60 Acres
Classification:
City Pocket
Location:
100 N Apache Rd
Bayless Park
Sustainable Projects
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
GRADE
COMMENTS
Unit
Current
Unit Cost
Remove
Renovate
Replace
CIP
(0-5
Years)
CIP
(6-10
years)
CIP (10+
Years)
Bench
3
5
EA
$5,000
X
$-
$-
$23,250
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
1
4
EA
$3,500
X
$-
$-
$5,425
Trash Receptacle
2
4
EA
$2,500
X
$-
$-
$7,750
Sustainable Projects Sub Totals
$-
$-
$36,425
Project Soft Costs
$-
$-
$5,464
Sustainable Projects Grand Total
$-
$-
$41,889
Sustainable Projects
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
GRADE COMMENTS Unit Current
Unit Cost
Remove
Renovate
Replace
CIP
(0-5
Years)
CIP
(6-10
years)
CIP (10+
Years)
Bench
1
3
EA
$5,000
X
$-
$6,750
$-
Irrigation Systems (AC)
1
4
• 0.5
AC
$75,000
X
$-
$-
$19,373
Open Turf Area (AC)
1
3
• 0.5
AC
$85,000
X
$-
$21,035
$-
Trash Receptacle
1
4
EA
$2,500
X
$-
$-
$3,487
Sustainable Projects Sub Totals
$-
$27,785
$23,248
Project Soft Costs
$-
$4,168
$3,487
Sustainable Projects Grand Total
$-
$31,953
$26,735
Sustainable Projects
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY GRADE COMMENTS
Unit
Current
Unit
Cost
Remove
Renovate
Replace
CIP
(0-5
Years)
CIP
(6-10
years)
CIP (10+
Years)
Bench
9
2
• some cracking
/bowing
EA
$5,000
X
$-
$60,750
$-
Flag Pole
1
5
EA
$6,000
X
$-
$ -
$3,100
Lighting (Site, Parking, Ped, Etc.)
2
3
• wear
EA
$8,500
X
$-
$7,649
$-
Parking Lot (Spaces)
3
4
SPACE
$9,000
X
$-
$ -
$13,949
Signage (Park Entry)
1
5
EA
$15,000
X
$-
$ -
$23,250
Signage (Regulatory, Interpretive)
1
5
EA
$3,500
X
$-
$ -
$5,425
Trash Receptacle
1
4
EA
$2,500
X
$-
$ -
$3,875
Veterans Memorial
1
N/A
• some staining
EA
$ -
X
$-
$ -
$ -
Sustainable Projects Sub Totals
$-
$68,399
$49,2598
Project Soft Costs
$-
$10,260
$7,440
Sustainable Projects Grand Total
$-
$78,659
$57,038
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Earl Edgar Park & Senior Center
Size:
25.75 Acres
Classification:
Community
Location:
500 S Miller Rd
Sustainable Projects
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
GRADE
COMMENTS
Unit
Current
Unit Cost
Remove
Renovate
Replace
CIP
(0-5
Years)
CIP
(6-10
years)
CIP (10+
Years)
Baseball Field (Lighted)
2
5
LS
$1,500,000
X
$-
$‐
$1,549,845
Basketball Court (Lighted)
2
4
• decal paint
peeling
LS
$200,000
X
$-
$‐
$154,985
Bench
17
3
• some looking
worn
EA
$5,000
X
$-
$114,750
$‐
Bleachers
12
5
EA
$13,000
X
$-
$‐
$241,800
Community/Recreation
Center (SF)
10,835
4
• Senior Center:
billiards room,
garden, fitness
room, cafeteria;
all in great shape
SF
$550
X
$-
$‐
$3,078,638
Drinking Fountain
1
3
• part of
restroom; looks
like plumbing in
restroom might
be dripping here
EA
$12,500
X
$-
$16,875
$‐
Fencing (Chain-Link)
2,920
5
LF
$35
X
$-
$‐
$52,798
Football Field (Lighted)
1
3
• posts
showing some
signs of wear
LS
$1,200,000
X
$-
$539,946
$‐
Irrigation System (AC)
10
3
AC
$75,000
X
$-
$330,717
$‐
Lighting (Site)
53
4
X
$-
Maintenance Yard/
Building
2
4
LS
$975,000
X
$-
$‐
$1,007,399
Multiuse Field -
Rectangular (Lighted)
1.0
4
LS
$1,100,000
X
$-
$‐
$568,277
Parking Lot (Spaces)
189
4
SPACE
$9,000
X
$-
$‐
$878,762
Playground Structure
(Shaded)
1
5
LS
$750,000
X
$-
$‐
$1,162,500
Restroom Building
1
3
• fine bldgs;
graffiti and some
broken fixtures,
one closed
LS
$750,000
X
$-
$337,466
$‐
Shade Structure
(Stand-Alone)
4
4
• some repairs on
shade fabric
EA
$50,000
X
$-
$-
$103,323
Signage (Park Entry)
2
4
• some wear
EA
$15,000
X
$-
$-
$46,500
Signage (Regulatory,
Interpretive)
3
2
• regulatory look
4; educational
ones look rough
EA
$3,500
X
$10,500
$-
$‐
Softball Field (Lighted)
2
5
EA
$975,000
X
$-
$‐
$1,007,399
Trash Receptacle
15
3
• basketball ones
are 4
EA
$2,500
X
$-
$50,625
$‐
Sustainable Projects Sub Totals $10,500 $1,390,379 $9,852,226
Project Soft Costs
$1,575
$208,557 $1,477,834
Sustainable Projects Grand Total
$12,075
$1,598936 $11,330,059
May 2023
Earl Edgar Master Plan Redesign
EXISTING BALLFIELD
EXISTING BALLFIELD
EXISTING BALLFIELD
EXISTING BALLFIELD
NEW DOG PARK - SMALL
NEW DOG
PARK - LARGE
NEW 10’ SIDEWALK
NEW 10’ SIDEWALK
NEW PARKING LOT
136 SPOT
REMOVE EXISTING BERM
REMOVE EXISTING
GOAL POST
REMOVE TURF
AROUND ELECTRIC
SERVICE
REPLACE EXISTING TREES
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
RE-ROUTE WALKING PATH
AROUND DOG PARK
BENCHES / TRASH RECEPTACLES
REPLACE EXISTING TREES
NEW ENTRANCE FROM
EXISTING PARKING
REFRESH WOOD
FIBER IN EXISTING
PLAYGROUND
REPLACE EXISTING SHADE
STRUCTURE
UPGRADE EXISTING
RESTROOM
FITNESS STATIONS
ACCESS TO NEW RESIDENTIAL PROJECT
REPLACE EXISTING PARKING LOT
NEW CURB AND ASPHALT
NEW DOG PARK
5 YOUTH SOCCER
& 2 REGULATION SOCCER FIELDS
NEW 10’ SIDEWALK
NEW PICKLEBALL COURTS
EXISTING BASKETBALL COURT
MAINTENANCE YARDS
NEW SIDEWALK
NEW SIDEWALK
NEW TRASH ENCLOSURE
E CENTRE AVE
E IRWIN AVE
S MILLER RD
S 4TH ST
NEW SHADE SAILS OVER
BLEACHERS
NEW BATTING CAGE
4 NEW RAMADAS
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Kell Park & Library
Size:
0.60 Acres
Classification:
City Pocket
Location:
300 6th St
Narramore Park
Size:
1.90 Acres
Classification:
City Pocket
Location:
601 E Narramore
Sustainable Projects
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
GRADE
COMMENTS
Unit
Current
Unit Cost
Remove
Renovate
Replace
CIP
(0-5
Years)
CIP
(6-10
years)
CIP (10+
Years)
Basketball Court
(Non-Lighted)
1
3
• less than a
half court,
cracking, no
striping
LS
$145,000
X
$‐
$ 32,622
$
BBQ Pit/Grill
1
4
LS
$3,500
X
$‐
$‐
$ 5,425
Bench
1
5
EA
$5,000
X
$‐
$‐
$ 7,750
Bike Rack/Loop
1
2
• flaking/rust
ing
EA
$3,500
X
$ 3,500
$‐
$‐
Community Recreation
Center (SF)
7,740
N/A
• Library
SF
$550
X
$‐
$‐
$‐
Flag Pole
1
3
• some rusting
at base but
fine
EA
$6,000
X
$‐
$ 2,700
$‐
Irrigation System (AC)
0
5
AC
$75,000
X
$‐
$‐
$ 15,498
Lighting
(Site, Parking,Ped, Etc.)
3
5
EA
$8,500
X
$‐
$‐
$ 13,174
Open Turf Area (AC)
0
4
• .4 ac
AC
$85,000
X
$‐
$ ‐
$ 17,565
Parking Lot (Spaces)
18
3
SPACE
$9,000
X
$‐
$ 72,893
$‐
Picnic Table
5
5
EA
$5,400
X
$‐
$‐
$ 41,850
Playground Structure
(Shaded)
1
5
LS
$750,000
X
$‐
$‐ $ 1,162,500
Ramada (Small)
1
4
EA
$65,000
X
$‐
$‐
$ 33,580
Shade Structure
(Stand-Alone)
1
3
• rusting poles
EA
$50,000
X
$‐
$ 22,498
$‐
Signage
(Regulatory, Interpretive)
1
5
EA
$3,500
X
$‐
$‐
$ 5,425
Trash Receptacle
1
5
EA
$2,500
X
$‐
$‐
$ 3,875
Sustainable Projects Sub Totals
$ 3,500
$130,712 $1,306,642
Project Soft Costs
$525
$19,607
$195,996
Sustainable Projects Grand Total
$4,025
$150319
$1502638
Sustainable Projects
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
GRADE
COMMENTS
Unit
Current
Unit Cost
Remove
Renovate
Replace
CIP
(0-5
Years)
CIP
(6-10
years)
CIP (10+
Years)
Irrigation System (AC)
2
5
AC
$75,000
X
$‐
$‐
$69,743
Open Turf Area (AC)
1
5
AC
$85,000
X
$‐
$ ‐
$28,543
Sustainable Projects Sub Totals
$ ‐
$ ‐
$98,286
Project Soft Costs
$ ‐
$ ‐
$14,743
Sustainable Projects Grand Total
$ ‐
$ ‐
$113,029
May 2023
Kell Park Master Plan Redesign
EXISTING A/C ENCLOSURE
EXISTING RAMADA
PROVIDE SECURITY LIGHTING
& NEW METAL ROOF
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
AND SHADE STRUCTURE
REMOVE EXISTING PINE TREE
PROVIDE NEW UPGRADED
PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
& REFRESH WOOD FIBER
EXISTING TURF
NEW SEAT WALLS
NEW 5’ WALK
EXISTING TURF
EXISTING TURF
EXISTING DOOR
NEW OUTDOOR CLASSROOM
832 SF
NEW RAMADA
WITH 2 GRILLS
NEW CONCRETE
BORDER
NEW 3’ WIDE
HEDGE
NEW SIDEWALK
PATIO AREA
NEW 3’ WIDE HEDGE
6TH STREET
EAST EDISON AVENUE
EAST EASON AVENUE
REMOVE TURF AND EXPAND
PLAYGROUND AREA
REFRESH EXISTING
LIBRARY COURTYARD
REGRADE GROUND TO
SLOPE AWAY FROM
BUILDING
PROVIDE NEW WATER SERVICE CONNECTION
FOR LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION
NEW TRELLIS
NEW TRELLIS
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555
Skyline Regional Park
Classification:
Natural Area/Open Space
Location:
2600 N Watson Rd
Size:
87.65 Acres
Sustainable Projects
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY GRADE
COMMENTS
Unit
Current
Unit Cost
Remove
Renovate
Replace
CIP
(0-5
Years)
CIP
(6-10
years)
CIP (10+
Years)
BBQ Pit/Grill
5
3
LS
$3,500
X
$‐
$ 23,625
$‐
Bike Rack/Loop
2
5
EA
$3,500
X
$‐
$‐
$ 10,850
Dog Bag Station
1
4
EA
$2,500
X
$‐
$‐
$ 3,875
Parking Lot (Spaces)
47
4
SPACE
$9,000
X
$‐
$‐
$ 218,528
Picnic Table
6
5
EA
$5,400
X
$‐
$‐
$ 50,220
Ramada (Small)
6
5
EA
$65,000
X
$‐
$‐
$ 201,480
Restroom Building
1
5
LS
$750,000
X
$‐
$‐
$ 387,461
Signage (Park Entry)
1
5
EA
$15,000
X
$‐
$‐
$ 23,250
Signage
(Regulatory, Interpretive)
1
5
EA
$3,500
X
$‐
$‐
$ 5,425
Trail Non-Paved (MI)
20
4
MI
$150,000
X
$‐
$‐
$ 1,549,845
Trash Receptacle
8
3
• some lids need
replacement
EA
$2,500
X
$‐
$ 27,000
$‐
Sustainable Projects Sub Totals
$ ‐
$50,625 $2,450,934
Project Soft Costs
$ ‐
$7,594
$367,640
Sustainable Projects Grand Total
$ ‐
$ 58,219
$2,818,574
Sustainable Projects
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY GRADE
COMMENTS
Unit
Current Unit
Cost
Remove
Renovate
Replace
CIP
(0-5
Years)
CIP
(6-10
years)
CIP (10+
Years)
Baseball Field (Lighted)
4
5
LS
$ 1,500,000.00
X
$‐
$‐
$3,099,690
Basketball Court (Lighted)
2
5
LS
$200,000
X
$‐
$‐
$206,646
BBQ Pit/Grill
27
5
LS
$3,500
X
$‐
$‐
$146,475
Bench
62
5
EA
$5,000
X
$‐
$‐
$480,500
Bike Rack/Loop
23
5
EA
$3,500
X
$‐
$‐
$124,775
Bleachers
8
4
EA
$13,000
X
$‐
$‐
$161,200
Concession Building
1
5
LS
$750,000
X
$‐
$‐
$387,461
Dog Bag Station
6
5
EA
$2,500
X
$‐
$‐
$23,250
Dog Park
2
3
• shade structures = poor
EA
$965,000
X
$‐ $ 868,413
$‐
Drinking Fountain
7
5
EA
$12,500
X
$‐
$‐
$135,625
Irrigation System (AC)
28
5
AC
$75,000
X
$‐
$‐
$1,084,892
Lake/Pond
1
5
AC
$1,500,000
X
$‐
$‐
$774,923
Lighting (Site)
93
5
X
$‐
$‐
$‐
Maintenance Building
(Small)
1
5
LS
$350,000
X
$‐
$‐
$180,815
Maintenance Yard/Building
3
5
LS
$975,000
X
$‐
$‐
$1,511,099
Multi-Use Field
Rectangular (Lighted)
6.0
5
LS
$1,100,000
X
$‐
$‐
$3,409,659
Open Turf Area (AC)
3
5
AC
$85,000
X
$‐
$‐
$109,781
Parking Lot (Spaces)
601
5
SPACE
$9,000
X
$‐
$‐
$2,794,371
Picnic Table
148
5
EA
$5,400
X
$‐
$‐
$1,238,760
Playground Structure
(Accessory)
7
5
LS
$75,000
X
$‐
$‐
$813,750
Playground Structure
(Shaded)
4
5
LS
$750,000
X
$‐
$‐
$4,650,000
Ramada (Large)
6
5
EA
$80,000
X
$‐
$‐
$247,975
Ramada (Small)
20
5
EA
$65,000
X
$‐
$‐
$671,600
Restroom Building
1
4
• family restroom out
of order
LS
$750,000
X
$‐
$‐
$387,461
Shade Structure
(Stand-Alone)
8
5
EA
$50,000
X
$‐
$‐
$206,646
Signage (Park Entry)
3
5
EA
$15,000
X
$‐
$‐
$69,750
Signage (Regulatory,
Interpretive)
6
5
EA
$3,500
X
$‐
$‐
$32,550
Splash Pad
1
5
LS
$175,000
X
$‐
$‐
$90,408
Swing Set
5
5
EA
$35,000
X
$‐
$‐
$271,250
Trash Receptacle
49
5
EA
$2,500
X
$‐
$‐
$189,875
Volleyball Court (Sand)
4
5
LS
$150,000
X
$‐
$‐
$309,969
Sustainable Projects Sub Totals
$ ‐ $868,413 $23,811,154
Project Soft Costs
$ ‐ $130,262
$3,571,673
Sustainable Projects Grand Total
$ ‐ $ 998,675
$27,382,827
Serena Park
Size:
2.60 Acres
Classification:
City Pocket
Location:
E Amabisca Cir
Sustainable Projects
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
GRADE
COMMENTS
Unit
Current
Unit Cost
Remove
Renovate
Replace
CIP
(0-5
Years)
CIP
(6-10
years)
CIP (10+
Years)
BBQ Pit/Grill
2
3
• rusted
LS
$3,500
X
$‐
$9,450
$‐
Irrigation System (AC)
2
3
AC
$75,000
X
$‐
$67,493
$‐
Open Turf Area (AC)
2
3
AC
$85,000
X
$‐
$61,194
$‐
Picnic Table
1
3
• chipping
EA
$5,400
X
$‐
$7,290
$‐
Playground Structure
(Non-Shaded)
1
5
LS
$300,000
X
$‐
$‐
$465,000
Ramada (Small)
1
4
EA
$65,000
X
$‐
$‐
$33,580
Signage
(Regulatory, Interpretive)
1
5
EA
$3,500
X
$‐
$‐
$5,425
Trash Receptacle
1
3
• needs new lid
EA
$2,500
X
$‐
$3,375
$‐
Sustainable Projects Sub Totals
$ ‐
$148,802
$504,005
Project Soft Costs
$ ‐
$22,320
$75,601
Sustainable Projects Grand Total
$ ‐
$171,122
$579,606
Sundance Park
Size:
28.94 Acres
Classification:
Community
Location:
22865 W Lower
Buckeye Rd
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Town Park, Rec Center, Aquatic Center, & Skate Park
Size:
7.39 Acres
Classification:
Neighborhood
Location:
207 N 9th St
Sustainable Projects
AMENITY/FACILITY
QTY
GRADE
COMMENTS
Unit
Current Unit
Cost
Remove
Renovate
Replace
CIP
(0-5
Years)
CIP
(6-10
years)
CIP (10+
Years)
Aquatic Center/Pool
32,000
4
• picnic tables & water
features look great;
PIP paving eroding
a bit
SF
$500
X
$‐
$‐
$8,265,840
BBQ Pit/Grill
2
2
• rusting
LS
$3,500
X
$7,000
$‐
Bench
17
4
EA
$5,000
X
$‐
$‐
$131,750
Bike Rack/Loop
14
4
• 8 at aquatic, 6 at dr.
saide, all fine
EA
$3,500
X
$‐
$‐
$75,950
Community/Recreation
Center (SF)
8,570
5
• gym/stage; in great
shape
SF
$550
X
$‐
$2,435,065
Concession Building
1
4
• needs paint at
baseball field
LS
$750,000
X
$‐
$‐
$387,461
Drinking Fountain
3
3
• aquatic one looks
4, one outside more
of a 2
EA
$12,500
X
$‐
$50,625
$‐
Irrigation System (AC)
5
3
AC
$75,000
X
$‐
$155,234
$‐
Lighting (Site)
41
N/A
X
$‐
$‐
$‐
Maintenance Building
(Small)
1
5
• part of aquatic bldg
LS
$350,000
X
$‐
$‐
$180,815
Open Turf Area (AC)
1
3
• some water/bald
spots but overall fine
AC
$85,000
X
$‐
$38,246
$‐
Parking Lot (Spaces)
219
4
SPACE
$9,000
X
$‐
$‐
$1,018,248
Picnic Table
3
3
EA
$5,400
X
$‐
$21,870
Playground Structure
(Accessory)
2
5
• looks like new
LS
$75,000
X
$‐
$‐
$232,500
Playground Structure
(Shaded)
3
5
• looks like new
LS
$750,000
X
$‐
$‐
$3,487,500
Ramada (Small)
2
2
• one at parking lot
is a 4; one in turf
is showing CMU
cracking and poor
concrete pad
EA
$65,000
X
$43,329
$‐
$‐
Restroom Building
1
3
• exterior ones a 4;
changing rooms and
facilities more like
a 2 and could use
some love
LS
$750,000
X
$‐
$337,466
$‐
Shade Structure
(Stand-Alone)
2
3
• at playground area;
showing holes and
rust
EA
$50,000
X
$‐
$44,996
$‐
Signage (Park Entry)
2
4
• one at aquatic looks
great, baseball one
a 2
EA
$15,000
X
$‐
$‐
$46,500
Signage
(Regulatory, Interpretive)
1
5
EA
$3,500
X
$‐
$‐
$5,425
Skateboard Park
1
3
• some wear/graffiti
but not bad
EA
$975,000
X
$‐
$438,706
$‐
Swing Set
1
4
• wear on top bar but
fine
EA
$35,000
X
$‐
$‐
$54,250
Sustainable Projects Sub Totals $55,329 $1,087,144 $17,720,827
Project Soft Costs
$8,299
$163,072
$2,658,124
Sustainable Projects Grand Total
$63,628
$1,250,215 $20,378,951
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Benchmarking Data
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Benchmark Analysis - Data Collection Form
#
Question
Buckeye, AZ
Avondale, AZ
Geography
1
Jurisdiction population
119,110 (2024 Est.)
95509 (2024 Est.)
2
Jurisdiction land size (sq. mi.)
393.2 square miles
47.4 square miles
3
Jurisdiction planning area
(sq. mi.)
640 square miles
94 square miles
Parks and Acreage
4
Total acres owned or
managed by the system
8,863.82 acres
210 acres
Please subdivide the total acres from #3 into the following:
4a
Total number and acreage of
developed parks less than 2
acres
# of parks
5
Acres
5.5 acres
# of parks
4
Acres
3.9 acres
4b
Total number and acreage of
developed parks 3 – 15 acres
# of parks
1
Acres
8 acres
# of parks
5
Acres
26.2 acres
4c
Total number and acreage of
developed parks 16 – 50
acres
# of parks
1
Acres
25.75 acres
# of parks
1
Acres
42.8 acres
4d
Total number and acreage of
developed parks over 51
acres
# of parks
1
Acres
68 acres
# of parks
2
Acres
134.1 acres
4e
Total number and acreage of
undeveloped natural
areas/open space/preserve /
conservation park
# of parks
1
Acres
8,675 acres
# of parks
2
Acres
1 acre
4f
Special use acres
(cemeteries, arenas, other
parcels owned and
maintained by Parks but not
necessarily open to the
public)
# of parcels
5
Acres
81.57
# of parcels
1
Acres
4
Trails
5
Total miles of trail owned or
managed by the system
22 miles
25.7 miles
Please subdivide the total miles from #4 into the following:
5a
Total miles of paved or hard
surface trail
0 miles
2 miles
5b
Total miles of unpaved or
soft surface trail
22 miles
23.7 miles
Recreation Facilities
6
Number and square feet of
indoor Recreation facilities
(Recreation Center, Senior
Center, Multi-Generation
Center, Community Center)
# of Facilities
3
Total Square
Feet
22,345 sq. ft.
# of Facilities
2
Total Square
Feet
90,500 sq. ft.
7
Number and square feet of
Indoor Aquatic Centers /
Pools
# of Facilities
0
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
# of facilities
0
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
2
8
Number and square feet of
Outdoor Aquatic Centers /
Pools
# of Facilities
1
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
7,500 sq. ft.
# of facilities
1
Total Square
Feet of pool
surface area
16,944 sq. ft
Staffing (Parks, Recreation, Administration, Senior Center, Events)
9
Total number of Full-Time
employees (FY23)
46 FT
30 FT
10
Total number of Part-Time
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
Total # of Part-
Time Employees
10
FTE Equivalent
5
Total # of Part-
Time Employees
23
FTE Equivalent
11.8
11
Total number of Seasonal
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
How are the number of FTEs
calculated? Add up the total
hours of service for which the
employer pays wages to
employees during the year
(but not more than 2,080
hours for any employee), and
divide that amount by 2,080.
Total # of
Seasonal
Employees
217
FTE Equivalent
35.3 FTE’s
(73,476 hours)
Total # of Seasonal Employees
0
Budget
12
Total operating expenses
(budgeted) (FY2023)
Budgeted: $10,313,211
Actuals: $8,891,802
Budgeted: $6,008,700
Actuals: $5,183,630
13
Total fees, charges, and
earned revenue (actuals)
(FY2023)
Budgeted: $3,722,277
Actuals: $3,212,170
Budgeted: $918,000
Actuals: $1,500,403
14a
Total capital budget
(FY2023)
Budgeted: $18,840,894
Actuals: $16,386,828
Budgeted: $29,762,000
Actuals: $2,884,358
14b
Total capital budget
(FY2022)
Budgeted: $25,514,300
Actuals: $13,327,152
Budgeted: $6,056,000
Actuals: $6,134,599
14c
Total capital budget
(FY2021)
Budgeted: $14,482,205
Actuals: $5,853,735
Other
15
New programs offered
within the last two years or
program trends you are
looking to implement
Outdoor recreation, Aquatics programs, new events such as
Juneteenth, Creepin’ Candy Crawl, Hoot n’ Hustle,
Avondazzle Dash, Dino Discovery Days, Adaptive Recreation
Day.
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#
Question
Buckeye, AZ
Boulder, CO
Geography
1
Jurisdiction population
119,110 (2024 Est.)
108,250
2
Jurisdiction land size (sq. mi.)
393.2 square miles
27.4 square miles
3
Jurisdiction planning area
(sq. mi.)
640 square miles
100.29 square miles (includes Open
Space and Mountain Parks [OSMP]
lands outside city limits)
Parks and Acreage
4
Total acres owned or
managed by the system
8,863.82 acres
1861 acres
Please subdivide the total acres from #4 into the following:
4a
Total number and acreage of
developed parks less than 2
acres
# of parks
5
Acres
5.5 acres
24
28.35 acres*
These figures
include courts
and other
developed
recreational
facilities within
the size category
4b
Total number and acreage of
developed parks 3 – 15 acres
# of parks
1
Acres
8 acres
27
169.1 acres
4c
Total number and acreage of
developed parks 16 – 50
acres
# of parks
1
Acres
25.75 acres
8
236.49 acres
4d
Total number and acreage of
developed parks over 51
acres
# of parks
1
Acres
68 acres
6
423.53 acres
4e
Total number and acreage of
undeveloped natural
areas/open space/preserve /
conservation park
# of parks
1
Acres
8,675 acres
11 Natural Land
sites + 3
Undeveloped
sites
822.60 acres
(628.28 Natural
Land acres +
194.32
Undeveloped
acres)
Additional
46,829 acres
managed by
OSMP
4f
Special use acres
(cemeteries, arenas, other
parcels owned and
maintained by Parks but not
necessarily open to the
public)
# of parcels
5
Acres
81.57
# of parcels
2
11.27 Columbia
Cemetery acres
126.54 Golf
Course acres
6 sites/ 5 acres
'Civic Area';
5 sites/ 7 acres
'Community
Gardens';
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
2
29 acres 'Path'
e.g., Boulder
Creek Path
Trails
5
Total miles of trail owned or
managed by the system
22 miles
53 miles (some multi-use pathes
managed with Transportation)
Please subdivide the total miles from #4 into the following:
5a
Total miles of paved or hard
surface trail
0 miles
53 miles
5b
Total miles of unpaved or
soft surface trail
22 miles
0 miles (unpaved trails maintained
by Open Space & Mountain parks)
Recreation Facilities
6
Number and square feet of
indoor Recreation facilities
(Recreation Center, Senior
Center, Multi-Generation
Center, Community Center)
# of Facilities
3
Total Square
Feet
22,345 sq. ft.
150,950 (includes the indoor
aquatic facilities – subtract #7 if
desired)
7
Number and square feet of
Indoor Aquatic Centers /
Pools
# of Facilities
0
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
24,333 sq ft
8
Number and square feet of
Outdoor Aquatic Centers /
Pools
# of Facilities
1
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
7,500 sq. ft.
121,104 sq ft
Staffing (Parks, Recreation, Administration, Senior Center, Events)
9
Total number of Full-Time
employees (FY23)
46 FT
122.00 FT
All modeled at 1.0 FTE each
10
Total number of Part-Time
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
Total # of Part-
Time Employees
10
FTE Equivalent
5
Count of standard part-time
employees: 25 (.25, .50 or .75 FTE)
FTE Equivalent:15.5 FTE
11
Total number of Seasonal
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
How are the number of FTEs
calculated? Add up the total
hours of service for which the
employer pays wages to
employees during the year
(but not more than 2,080
hours for any employee), and
divide that amount by 2,080.
Total # of
Seasonal
Employees
217
FTE Equivalent
35.3 FTE’s
(73,476 hours)
Count of Seasonals/non-standard
employees: 583 employed at peak
summer operations. ~700 over
course of full year.
FTE Equivalent: 220.95 FTE
(159,529 hours)
Budget
12
Total operating expenses
(budgeted) (FY2023)
Budgeted: $10,313,211
Actuals: $8,891,802
Budgeted: 27,237,885
Actuals: $26,278,021
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Total fees, charges, and
earned revenue (actuals)
(FY2023)
Budgeted: $3,722,277
Actuals: $3,212,170
Budgeted: $9,546,564.57
Actuals: $9,549,602.48
14a
Total capital budget
(FY2023)
Budgeted: $18,840,894
Actuals: $16,386,828
Budgeted: $7,882,000
Actuals: $7,036,743
14b
Total capital budget
(FY2022)
Budgeted: $25,514,300
Actuals: $13,327,152
Budgeted: $8,540,000
Actuals: $1,769,938
14c
Total capital budget
(FY2021)
Budgeted: $14,482,205
Actuals: $5,853,735
Budgeted: $8,540,000
Actuals: $3,898,465
Note: less spend than budgeted based on COVID impacts – reduced staffing; staff turnover and need to ramp
back up services & project management.
Other
15
New programs offered
within the last two years or
program trends you are
looking to implement
New programs: dance changed from contracted to in-house.
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Question
Buckeye, AZ
Casa Grande, AZ
Geography
1
Jurisdiction population
119,110 (2024 Est.)
66,949
2
Jurisdiction land size (sq. mi.)
393.2 square miles
112 square miles
3
Jurisdiction planning area
(sq. mi.)
640 square miles
Parks and Acreage
4
Total acres owned or
managed by the system
8,863.82 acres
2,371
Please subdivide the total acres from #3 into the following:
4a
Total number and acreage of
developed parks less than 2
acres
# of parks
5
Acres
5.5 acres
# of parks
10
Acres
10.78
4b
Total number and acreage of
developed parks 3 – 15 acres
# of parks
1
Acres
8 acres
# of parks
12
Acres
70.5
4c
Total number and acreage of
developed parks 16 – 50
acres
# of parks
1
Acres
25.75 acres
# of parks
3
Acres
76.7
4d
Total number and acreage of
developed parks over 51
acres
# of parks
1
Acres
68 acres
# of parks
4
Acres
1,920
4e
Total number and acreage of
undeveloped natural
areas/open space/preserve /
conservation park
# of parks
1
Acres
8,675 acres
# of parks
2
Acres
293
4f
Special use acres
(cemeteries, arenas, other
parcels owned and
maintained by Parks but not
necessarily open to the
public)
# of parcels
5
Acres
81.57
Landscaping
ROWs,
Irrigation,
retention basins,
fire stations, city
hall complex.
Trails
5
Total miles of trail owned or
managed by the system
22 miles
25 miles
Please subdivide the total miles from #4 into the following:
5a
Total miles of paved or hard
surface trail
0 miles
6 miles
5b
Total miles of unpaved or
soft surface trail
22 miles
19 miles
Recreation Facilities
6
Number and square feet of
indoor Recreation facilities
(Recreation Center, Senior
Center, Multi-Generation
Center, Community Center)
# of Facilities
3
Total Square
Feet
22,345 sq. ft.
3 – 100,200
(Does not include two libraries)
7
Number and square feet of
Indoor Aquatic Centers /
Pools
# of Facilities
0
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
0
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Number and square feet of
Outdoor Aquatic Centers /
Pools
# of Facilities
1
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
7,500 sq. ft.
1 Pool – 11,967 sq.ft surface area
Staffing (Parks, Recreation, Administration, Senior Center, Events)
9
Total number of Full-Time
employees (FY23)
46 FT
53 FT
16 are library
10
Total number of Part-Time
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
Total # of Part-
Time Employees
10
FTE Equivalent
5
$975,900 PT budget
$54,000 of this is library
11
Total number of Seasonal
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
How are the number of FTEs
calculated? Add up the total
hours of service for which the
employer pays wages to
employees during the year
(but not more than 2,080
hours for any employee), and
divide that amount by 2,080.
Total # of
Seasonal
Employees
217
FTE Equivalent
35.3 FTE’s
(73,476 hours)
All PT seasonal and regular PT are
combined.
Budget
12
Total operating expenses
(budgeted) (FY2023)
Budgeted: $10,313,211
Actuals: $8,891,802
Budgeted: $9,999,093
Actuals: $9,568,432
Library: 1,501,332 (part of above
total)
actual: $1,498,116
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Total fees, charges, and
earned revenue (actuals)
(FY2023)
Budgeted: $3,722,277
Actuals: $3,212,170
Budgeted: $3,012,323
Actuals: $$3,230,846
14a
Total capital budget
(FY2023)
Budgeted: $18,840,894
Actuals: $16,386,828
Budgeted: $3,567,595
Actuals: $1,530,572
14b
Total capital budget
(FY2022)
Budgeted: $25,514,300
Actuals: $13,327,152
Budgeted: $657,000
Actuals: $113,750
14c
Total capital budget
(FY2021)
Budgeted: $14,482,205
Actuals: $5,853,735
Budgeted: $650,732
Actuals: $390,646
Other
15
New programs offered
within the last two years or
program trends you are
looking to implement
Sensory Programs
Trails
All park playgrounds will be or incorporate inclusive play
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Question
Buckeye, AZ
Glendale, AZ
Geography
1
Jurisdiction population
119,110 (2024 Est.)
252,136
2
Jurisdiction land size (sq. mi.)
393.2 square miles
55.8 square miles
3
Jurisdiction planning area
(sq. mi.)
640 square miles
55.8 square miles
Parks and Acreage
4
Total acres owned or
managed by the system
8,863.82 acres
Please subdivide the total acres from #3 into the following:
4a
Total number and acreage of
developed parks less than 2
acres
# of parks
5
Acres
5.5 acres
# of parks
9
Acres
6.3
4b
Total number and acreage of
developed parks 3 – 15 acres
# of parks
1
Acres
8 acres
# of parks
64
Acres
318
4c
Total number and acreage of
developed parks 16 – 50
acres
# of parks
1
Acres
25.75 acres
# of parks
3
Acres
100.4
4d
Total number and acreage of
developed parks over 51
acres
# of parks
1
Acres
68 acres
# of parks
5
Acres
537.1
4e
Total number and acreage of
undeveloped natural
areas/open space/preserve /
conservation park
# of parks
1
Acres
8,675 acres
# of parks
1
Acres
1112
4f
Special use acres
(cemeteries, arenas, other
parcels owned and
maintained by Parks but not
necessarily open to the
public)
# of parcels
5
Acres
81.57
25
300
Trails
5
Total miles of trail owned or
managed by the system
22 miles
46
Please subdivide the total miles from #4 into the following:
5a
Total miles of paved or hard
surface trail
0 miles
27
5b
Total miles of unpaved or
soft surface trail
22 miles
19
Recreation Facilities
6
Number and square feet of
indoor Recreation facilities
(Recreation Center, Senior
Center, Multi-Generation
Center, Community Center)
# of Facilities
3
Total Square
Feet
22,345 sq. ft.
# of Facilities:
5
Total Square Feet:
121,648
7
Number and square feet of
Indoor Aquatic Centers /
Pools
# of Facilities
0
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
0
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Number and square feet of
Outdoor Aquatic Centers /
Pools
# of Facilities
1
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
7,500 sq. ft.
# of Facilities
2
Total Square Feet of Pool Surface
Area:
24,176
Staffing (Parks, Recreation, Administration, Senior Center, Events)
9
Total number of Full-Time
employees (FY23)
46 FT
Total number of Full-Time
employees (FY23):
64 FT
10
Total number of Part-Time
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
Total # of Part-
Time Employees
10
FTE Equivalent
5
Total number of Part-Time
employees (FTE’s) (FY23):
54
FTE Equivalent
25.2
(52,465 hours)
11
Total number of Seasonal
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
How are the number of FTEs
calculated? Add up the total
hours of service for which the
employer pays wages to
employees during the year
(but not more than 2,080
hours for any employee), and
divide that amount by 2,080.
Total # of
Seasonal
Employees
217
FTE Equivalent
35.3 FTE’s
(73,476 hours)
Total number of Seasonal
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
82
FTE Equivalent
14.6
(30,373 hours)
Budget
12
Total operating expenses
(budgeted) (FY2023)
Budgeted: $10,313,211
Actuals: $8,891,802
Budgeted: $17,794,2622
Actuals: $14,793,864
13
Total fees, charges, and
earned revenue (actuals)
(FY2023)
Budgeted: $3,722,277
Actuals: $3,212,170
Budgeted: $861,099
Actuals: $848,412
14a
Total capital budget
(FY2023)
Budgeted: $18,840,894
Actuals: $16,386,828
Budgeted: $17,705,694
Actuals: $6,639,133
ARPA Budget: $21,037,795
ARPA Actuals: $3,446,926
14b
Total capital budget
(FY2022)
Budgeted: $25,514,300
Actuals: $13,327,152
Budgeted: $12,999,827
Actuals: $6,524,344
ARPA Budget: $10,855,579
ARPA Actuals: - N/A
14c
Total capital budget
(FY2021)
Budgeted: $14,482,205
Actuals: $5,853,735
Budgeted: $3,583,605
Actuals: $3,841,140
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15
New programs offered
within the last two years or
program trends you are
looking to implement
Rec on Wheels, Adult Flag Football
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Buckeye, AZ
Goodyear
Geography
1
Jurisdiction population
119,110 (2024 Est.)
111,508
2
Jurisdiction land size (sq. mi.)
393.2 square miles
191.24
3
Jurisdiction planning area
(sq. mi.)
640 square miles
268 square miles
Parks and Acreage
4
Total acres owned or
managed by the system
8,863.82 acres
252 acres
Please subdivide the total acres from #3 into the following:
4a
Total number and acreage of
developed parks less than 2
acres
# of parks
5
Acres
5.5 acres
# of parks
3
Acres
4
4b
Total number and acreage of
developed parks 3 – 15 acres
# of parks
1
Acres
8 acres
# of parks
9
Acres
53
4c
Total number and acreage of
developed parks 16 – 50
acres
# of parks
1
Acres
25.75 acres
# of parks
7
Acres
190
4d
Total number and acreage of
developed parks over 51
acres
# of parks
1
Acres
68 acres
# of parks
0
Acres
0
4e
Total number and acreage of
undeveloped natural
areas/open space/preserve /
conservation park
# of parks
1
Acres
8,675 acres
# of parks
0 COG owned,
but EMRP is in
Goodyear
Acres
EMRP 19,840
acres
4f
Special use acres
(cemeteries, arenas, other
parcels owned and
maintained by Parks but not
necessarily open to the
public)
# of parcels
5
Acres
81.57
# of parcels
4
Acres
197
Trails
5
Total miles of trail owned or
managed by the system
22 miles
56.49 miles
Please subdivide the total miles from #4 into the following:
5a
Total miles of paved or hard
surface trail
0 miles
31.66 miles
5b
Total miles of unpaved or
soft surface trail
22 miles
24.83 miles
Recreation Facilities
6
Number and square feet of
indoor Recreation facilities
(Recreation Center, Senior
Center, Multi-Generation
Center, Community Center)
# of Facilities
3
Total Square
Feet
22,345 sq. ft.
# of Facilities Total Square Feet
2 50,000 sf
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Number and square feet of
Indoor Aquatic Centers /
Pools
# of Facilities
0
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
0
8
Number and square feet of
Outdoor Aquatic Centers /
Pools
# of Facilities
1
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
7,500 sq. ft.
# of Facilities
2
Total Square Feet of Pool Surface
Area
105,910 SF (deck and pool surface
area)
Staffing (Parks, Recreation, Administration, Senior Center, Events)
9
Total number of Full-Time
employees (FY23)
46 FT
104 FT
10
Total number of Part-Time
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
Total # of Part-
Time Employees
10
FTE Equivalent
5
Total # of P/T Employees
483
FTE Equivalent
63.1 FTE’s
(131,346)
11
Total number of Seasonal
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
How are the number of FTEs
calculated? Add up the total
hours of service for which the
employer pays wages to
employees during the year
(but not more than 2,080
hours for any employee), and
divide that amount by 2,080.
Total # of
Seasonal
Employees
217
FTE Equivalent
35.3 FTE’s
(73,476 hours)
Included in P/T number above
Budget
12
Total operating expenses
(budgeted) (FY20 23)
Budgeted: $10,313,211
Actuals: $8,891,802
Budgeted:
$20,502,000
Actuals:
$18,335,924
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Total fees, charges, and
earned revenue (actuals)
(FY2023)
Budgeted: $3,722,277
Actuals: $3,212,170
Budgeted:
$1,031,850
Actual:
$1,584,758
14a
Total capital budget
(FY2023)
Budgeted: $18,840,894
Actuals: $16,386,828
Budgeted:
$2,379,500
Actuals:
$1,067,619
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Total capital budget
(FY2022)
Budgeted: $25,514,300
Actuals: $13,327,152
Budgeted:
$4,510,300
Actual:
Unavailable
14c
Total capital budget
(FY2021)
Budgeted: $14,482,205
Actuals: $5,853,735
Budgeted:
$1,485,400
Actual:
Unavailable
Other
15
New programs offered
within the last two years or
program trends you are
looking to implement
Goodyear has added some teen night type programming and a
variety of different fitness classes to meet the demand of the
users, but nothing new/innovative.
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Question
Buckeye, AZ
Peoria, AZ
Geography
1
Jurisdiction population
119,110 (2024 Est.)
199,424 (2023 MAG Estimate)
2
Jurisdiction land size (sq. mi.)
393.2 square miles
181 square miles
3
Jurisdiction planning area (sq.
mi.)
640 square miles
233 square miles
Parks and Acreage
4
Total acres owned or
managed by the system
8,863.82 acres
3,701 acres
Please subdivide the total acres from #3 into the following:
4a
Total number and acreage of
developed parks less than 2
acres
# of parks
5
Acres
5.5 acres
# of parks
0
Acres
0
4b
Total number and acreage of
developed parks 3 – 15 acres
# of parks
1
Acres
8 acres
# of parks
32
Acres
237.56
4c
Total number and acreage of
developed parks 16 – 50 acres
# of parks
1
Acres
25.75 acres
# of parks
3
Acres
61.68
4d
Total number and acreage of
developed parks over 51
acres
# of parks
1
Acres
68 acres
# of parks
4
Acres
349.75
4e
Total number and acreage of
undeveloped natural
areas/open space/preserve /
conservation park
# of parks
1
Acres
8,675 acres
# of parks
Acres
3,100
4f
Special use acres (cemeteries,
arenas, other parcels owned
and maintained by Parks but
not necessarily open to the
public)
# of parcels
5
Acres
81.57
# of parks
0
Acres
0
Trails
5
Total miles of trail owned or
managed by the system
22 miles
61 miles
Please subdivide the total miles from #4 into the following:
5a
Total miles of paved or hard
surface trail
0 miles
21 miles
5b
Total miles of unpaved or soft
surface trail
22 miles
40 miles
Recreation Facilities
6
Number and square feet of
indoor Recreation facilities
(Recreation Center, Senior
Center, Multi-Generation
Center, Community Center)
# of Facilities
3
Total Square
Feet
22,345 sq. ft.
# of Facilities
1
Total Square
Feet
42,000 sq. ft.
7
Number and square feet of
Indoor Aquatic Centers /
Pools
# of Facilities
0
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
# of Facilities
0
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
0
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Number and square feet of
Outdoor Aquatic Centers /
Pools
# of Facilities
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
# of Facilities
3
Total Square
Feet of Pool
Surface Area
40,156 sq. ft.
Staffing (Parks, Recreation, Administration, Senior Center, Events)
9
Total number of Full-Time
employees (FY23)
46 FT
89
10
Total number of Part-Time
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
Total # of Part-
Time Employees
10
FTE Equivalent
5
Total # of Part-
Time Employees
FTE Equivalent
0
11
Total number of Seasonal
employees (FTE’s) (FY23)
How are the number of FTEs
calculated? Add up the total
hours of service for which the
employer pays wages to
employees during the year
(but not more than 2,080
hours for any employee), and
divide that amount by 2,080.
Total # of
Seasonal
Employees
217
FTE Equivalent
35.3 FTE’s
(73,476 hours)
Total # of
Seasonal
Employees
425
FTE Equivalent
61.1 FTE’s
(127,043.67)
Budget
12
Total operating expenses
(budgeted) (FY2023)
Budgeted: $10,313,211
Actuals: $8,891,802
Budgeted: $25,733,068
Actuals: $24,225,534
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Total fees, charges, and
earned revenue (actuals)
(FY2023)
Budgeted: $3,722,277
Actuals: $3,212,170
Budgeted: $6,575,798
Actuals: $7,466,253
14a
Total capital budget
(FY2023)
Budgeted: $18,840,894
Actuals: $16,386,828
Budgeted: $41,915,115
Actuals: $5,090,805
14b
Total capital budget
(FY2022)
Budgeted: $25,514,300
Actuals: $13,327,152
Budgeted: $22,665,289
Actuals: $6,506,598
14c
Total capital budget
(FY2021)
Budgeted: $14,482,205
Actuals: $5,853,735
Budgeted: $27,268,564
Actuals: $13,348,207
Other
15
New programs offered
within the last two years or
program trends you are
looking to implement
Junior Ranger Kids Club
The City of Peoria launched the Jr. Ranger Kids Club as an educational
opportunity for the youth in our community. The Junior Ranger Kids Club is
free to children of all ages. This program offers our youth an opportunity to
learn about all things parks and recreation. Throughout the year, we
provide educational opportunities, fun activities, and special participation
with recreational programs and classes.
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This program also includes a sticker patch program. Every Junior Ranger will
receive an activity booklet and a ranger hat! As individuals participate in
programs and events, they earn patch stickers that can be placed on their
hats as a point of pride. There is no limit on how many patches can be
earned.
In addition to the Junior Ranger Kids Club, in 2023 the Peoria Parks and
Recreation department introduced the Rec’n Crew. The Rec’n Crew is made
up of six mascots that represent a different division with the department.
Each mascot has a unique profile that includes things like favorite activity,
biggest fear, best trait, and career aspirations, just to name a few. These
profiles were created with the help of the Peoria Unified School Districts
Child Psychology department. This grant will help us further the ability for
the mascots to make appearances and have more of a presence throughout
Peoria.
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Statistically Valid Survey Result
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Contents
Section 1: Executive Summary ..............................................1
Section 2: Charts and Graphs ...............................................11
Section 3: Priority Investment Ratings (PIR) ........................48
Section 4: Tabular Data............................... .........................56
Section 5: Cross Tabular Data ..............................................97
Section 6: Survey Instrument .............................................234
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Executive Summary
City of Buckeye Parks Needs Assessment Survey
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Buckeye, Arizona
Parks Needs Assessment Survey
Executive Summary
Overview
ETC Institute administered a parks and recreation needs assessment survey for the City of
Buckeye, Arizona during the winter and spring of 2024. The purpose of the survey was to help
determine parks and recreation priorities for the community.
Methodology
ETC Institute mailed a survey packet to a random sample of households in the city of
Buckeye. Each survey packet contained a cover letter, a copy of the survey, and a postage‐
paid return envelope. Residents who received the survey were given the option of
returning the survey by mail or completing it online.
After the surveys were mailed, ETC Institute followed up with residents to encourage
participation. To prevent people who were not residents of Buckeye from participating,
everyone who completed the survey online was required to enter their home address prior
to submitting their survey. ETC Institute then matched the addresses entered online with the
addresses originally selected for the random sample. If the address from a survey
completed online did not match one of the addresses selected for the sample, the online
survey was not included in the final database for this report.
The survey aimed to collect a minimum of 500 completed responses from residents, and
this target was surpassed with 524 completed surveys collected. The overall results for the
sample of 524 residents have a precision of at least +/‐4.27% at the 95% level of confidence.
In addition to this executive summary the report contains the following:
•
Charts showing the overall results of the survey (Section 2),
•
Priority Investment Ratings which highlight the facilities and programs most
needed in the community (PIR) (Section 3),
•
Tabular data showing the results for all questions on the survey (Section 4)
•
Cross tabular data (Section 5) and
•
A copy of the cover letter and survey instrument (Section 6).
The major findings of the survey are summarized in the following pages.
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Parks and Recreation Parks/Facilities/Programs Use
Facilities Use: Seventy-seven percent (77%) of the respondents indicated that they have
visited a facility in the past year. Then, they gave ratings to the facilities that they have
visited. 32% rated excellent, 50% rated good, 16% rated fair, and 1% rated poor. For those
that have not visited any facilities in the past year, they selected barriers that prevented
them from either using them more often or at all. The common barriers were: use HOA parks
& facilities in my neighborhood (51%), too far from home (38%), and not aware of park or
facility locations (26%).
Parks Use: Thirty-nine percent (39%) indicated that they live within a 10-minute walk from
a park. For those who were part of the thirty-nine percent (39%) of respondents that lived
within a 10-minute walk from a park, they were asked if they used the park in the past year.
Eighty-seven percent (87%) of the respondents responded “yes.”
Programs Use: Respondents were asked if they had participated in any programs/activities
in the past year. Thirty-four percent (34%) responded “yes.” They gave ratings to those
programs/activities. 25% rated excellent, 54% rated good, and 18% rated fair, and 2% rated
poor. For those that said they have not participated in programs/activities in the past year,
they selected barriers that prevented them from either using them more often or at all. The
reasons that were highly selected were: I don’t know what is offered (27%), facilities are too
far from my home (22%), and I do not know the locations (19%).
Outside Organizations
Respondents were asked to select all the organizations they used for recreation programs
and facilities. The top organizations selected were: City of Buckeye (53%), homeowners
associations (HOA) (35%), and neighboring cities (27%).
Communication
Respondents were asked about the ways they learned about the City’s facilities, programs,
and services. The common resources were: eye on Buckeye publication (71%), social media
(39%), and City website (28%). Based on the sum of top two choices, the common resources
were: eye on Buckeye publication (61%), social media (43%), and email blasts/newsletters
(28%).
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Benefits, Importance, and Improvements to Parks
and
Recreation
Agreement: Respondents were asked to rate their level of agreement with the statements
about some potential benefits of the City’s parks and recreation services. The most agreed
statements were: preserve open space & protect the environment (76%), make Buckeye a
more desirable place to live (76%), and improve my (my household’s) physical health &
fitness (72%).
Satisfaction: Respondents were asked to rate their level of satisfaction with the overall
value your household receives from the City of Buckeye Community Services Department.
19% rated very satisfied, 28% rated somewhat satisfied, 28% rated neutral, 8% rated
somewhat satisfied, 4% rated very dissatisfied, and 13% don’t know.
Support: Respondents were asked to rate their level of support with each potential action
(listed in the survey) to improve their parks and recreation system. The most supported
actions were: preserve open space & high-value natural resources such as mountains,
rivers, etc. (87%), develop new indoor recreation facilities (84%), invest in updating &
improving existing City parks (81%). Based on the sum of top three choices, the most
supported actions were: construct new aquatic facilities (37%), preserve open space and
high-value natural resources such as mountains, rivers, etc. (31%), and develop new indoor
recreation facilities (30%). They also rated their level of support for funding options for
preservation of open spaces and development of the parks and recreation services. 40%
were very supportive, 33% were somewhat supportive, 22% were not sure, and 5% were not
supportive.
Additional Findings
Homeowner’s Association (HOA): Respondents were asked if they live in a neighborhood
that is managed by a homeowner’s association (HOA). Eighty-two percent (82%) responded
“yes.” Then, they were asked if they used any facilities/amenities/programs that were
offered by their homeowner’s association. Fifty-one percent (51%) responded “yes.” Then,
they were asked how well their needs are met for those facilities/amenities/programs they
used. 12% said their needs were fully met, 37% said their needs were mostly met, 34% said
their needs were partly met, and 17% said their needs were not met.
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Facilities/Amenities Needs and Priorities
Facility Needs: Respondents were asked to identify if their household had a need for 34
facilities and to rate how well their needs for each were currently being met. Based on this
analysis, ETC Institute was able to estimate the number of households in the community that
had the greatest “unmet” need for facilities.
The three facilities with the highest percentage of households that have an unmet need:
1. Picnic areas
2. Natural areas/preserves
3. Multi-use paths
The estimated number of households that have unmet needs for each of the 34 facilities
assessed is shown in the chart below.
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Facility Importance: In addition to assessing the needs for each facility, ETC Institute also assessed
the importance that residents placed on each item. Based on the sum of respondents’ top four
choices, these were the four facilities that ranked most important to residents:
1. Aquatic/pool facilities
2. Fitness and exercise facilities
3. Cultural centers for visual and performing arts
4. Fishing areas
The percentage of residents who selected each facility as one of their top four choices is
shown in the chart below.
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Priorities for Facility Investments: The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) was developed by ETC
Institute to provide organizations with an objective tool for evaluating the priority that should be
placed on recreation and parks investments. The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) equally weighs (1)
the importance that residents place on facilities and (2) how many residents have unmet needs for the
facilities. [Details regarding the methodology for this analysis are provided in Section 3 of this report.]
Based the Priority Investment Rating (PIR), the following facilities were rated as high
priorities for investment:
• Aquatic/pool facilities (PIR=185)
• Fitness and exercise facilities (PIR=163)
• Cultural centers for visual and performing arts (PIR=146)
• Outdoor adventure activities (PIR=136)
• Indoor basketball/volleyball courts (PIR=128)
The chart on the following page shows the Priority Investment Rating for each of the 34
facilities assessed in the survey.
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Recreation Programs/Activities Needs and Priorities
Program Needs: Respondents were asked to identify if their household had a need for 24
recreation programs and to rate how well their needs for each were currently being met.
Based on this analysis, ETC Institute was able to estimate the number of households in the
community that had the greatest “unmet” need for various programs.
The three programs with the highest percentage of households that have an unmet need:
1. Special events/festivals
2. Hobby/interest classes
3. Fitness programs
The estimated number of households that have unmet needs for each of the 24 programs
assessed is shown in the chart below.
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Program Importance: In addition to assessing the needs for each program, ETC Institute also
assessed the importance that residents placed on each item. Based on the sum of respondents’ top
four choices, these were the four programs that ranked most important to residents:
1. Hobby/interest classes
2. Special events/festivals
3. Art performances
4. Fitness programs
The percentage of residents who selected each program as one of their top four choices is
shown in the chart below.
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Priorities for Program Investments: The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) was developed by ETC
Institute to provide organizations with an objective tool for evaluating the priority that should be
placed on recreation and parks investments. The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) equally weighs (1)
the importance that residents place on programs and (2) how many residents have unmet needs for
the programs. [Details regarding the methodology for this analysis are provided in Section 3 of this
report.]
Based the Priority Investment Rating (PIR), the following programs were rated as high
priorities for investment:
• Hobby/interest classes (PIR=200)
• Fitness programs (PIR=176)
• Special events/festivals (PIR= 174)
• Art programs (PIR= 166)
• Family programming (PIR=151)
• Educational classes/lectures (PIR= 139)
• Nature programs/environmental education (PIR= 123)
The chart below shows the Priority Investment Rating for each of the 24 programs
assessed in the survey.
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Charts and Graphs
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Q1. Counting yourself, how many people in your
household are...
Under age 5
8%
Ages 5‐9
8%
Ages 10‐14
9%
Ages 15‐19
10%
Ages 20‐24
6%
Ages 25‐34
11%
Ages 35‐44
13%
Ages 45‐54
11%
Ages 55‐64
12%
Ages 65‐74
9%
Ages 75+
4%
by percentage of persons in household
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Q2. Have you or other members of your household visited any parks or recreation
facilities offered by the City of Buckeye during the past 12 months such as Sundance
Park, Earl Edgar Park, Town Park, Dr. Saide Recreation Center, Sundance Recreation
Center, Senior Center, etc?
Yes
77%
No
23%
by percentage of respondents
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Q2a. How would you rate the overall quality of the City parks and recreation facilities
that you or members of your household have visited during the past 12 months?
Excellent
32%
Good
50%
Fair
16%
Poor
1%
by percentage of respondents who have visited any parks or recreation facilities (excluding "not provided”)
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Q2b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT VISITED or do not visit City
parks and recreation facilities offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN.
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made)
51%
38%
26%
17%
12%
11%
7%
4%
3%
3%
2%
2%
1%
6%
Use HOA parks & facilities in my neighborhood
Too far from home
Not aware of park or facility locations
Use other City, County or State parks & facilities
Lack of features we want to use
I am too busy
Do not feel safe using parks/facilities
Parks/facilities are outdated/not well maintained
Do not feel welcomed/accommodated
Lack of transportation
Lack of ADA accessibility
Lack of restrooms
Language/cultural barriers/age barriers
None. We visit them frequently
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
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Q3. Do you live within a 10‐minute walk from a park?
Yes
39%
No
62%
by percentage of respondents
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Q3a. Have you used the park in the past 12 months?
Yes
87%
No
13%
by percentage of respondents who live within a 10‐minute walk from a park (excluding "not provided”)
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Q4. Have you or other members of your household participated in any recreation
programs/activities offered by the City of Buckeye during the past 12 months?
Yes
34%
No
66%
by percentage of respondents
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Q4a. How would you rate the overall quality of programs/activities that you or
members of your household have participated in during the past 12 months?
Excellent
25%
Good
54%
Fair
18%
Poor
2%
by percentage of respondents (excluding "not provided”)
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Q4b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT PARTICIPATED in or DO NOT
PARTICIPATE in programs offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN.
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made)
27%
22%
19%
17%
16%
13%
11%
10%
8%
6%
5%
5%
4%
3%
3%
3%
3%
2%
1%
1%
14%
I do not know what is offered
Facilities are too far from my home
I do not know the locations
Too busy
Offerings do not meet my interests
Times of offerings are inconvenient
Not interested
Fees are too high
Use private sports clubs/leagues
Classes/programs/events are full
Lack of quality programming
Registration process is difficult
Lack of transportation
I use services of other agencies
I do not feel safe
Language/cultural/age barriers
No safe walking/biking routes
I do not feel welcome
Lack of parking
Facilities are not well maintained
None. There are no barriers
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
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Q5. Please CHECK ALL of the organizations you or members of your household use
for recreation programs and facilities.
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made)
53%
35%
27%
25%
20%
15%
15%
14%
12%
City of Buckeye
Homeowners associations (HOA)
Neighboring cities
Private fitness centers
Churches or other religious organizations
Maricopa County
Local schools/colleges/universities
Private sports clubs/leagues
None of these
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
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Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some
potential benefits of Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
by percentage of respondents (excluding "don’t know”)
36%
35%
31%
25%
24%
22%
29%
25%
23%
41%
41%
41%
44%
44%
43%
36%
34%
34%
18%
17%
23%
26%
24%
27%
29%
33%
31%
4%
5%
3%
4%
6%
5%
4%
6%
8%
2%
2%
3%
2%
2%
3%
2%
2%
5%
Preserve open space and protect the environment
Make Buckeye a more desirable place to live
Improve my physical health and fitness
Provide positive social interactions for me
Are age‐friendly and accessible to all age groups
Improve my overall quality of life
Improve my mental health and reduces stress
Provide preservation of Buckeye's heritage
Increase my property value
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
Very Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Very Dissatisfied
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Q7. Please rate your satisfaction with the overall value your household receives from
the City of Buckeye Community Services Department.
Very satisfied
19%
Somewhat satisfied
28%
Neutral
28%
Somewhat dissatisfied
8%
Very dissatisfied
4%
Don't know
13%
by percentage of respondents
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Q8. How do you currently learn about recreation facilities, programs, and services
that are offered by the City of Buckeye?
by percentage of respondents (multiple selections could be made)
71%
39%
28%
21%
18%
12%
7%
5%
5%
4%
2%
1%
Eye on Buckeye publication
Social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
City website
Email blasts/newsletters
From friends & neighbors
Program fliers/registration forms
Schools
Recreation center bulletin boards
Neighborhood/civic newsletters
Newspaper
Conversations with City staff
Television
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
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Q9. Which TWO of the sources of information do you
MOST PREFER to use to get information?
by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top two choices
61%
43%
28%
20%
8%
6%
5%
5%
2%
2%
1%
0%
Eye on Buckeye publication
Social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
Email blasts/newsletters
City website
Program fliers/registration forms
From friends & neighbors
Neighborhood/civic newsletters
Schools
Newspaper
Recreation center bulletin boards
Television
Conversations with City staff
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
Top choice
2nd choice
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Q10. Needs for facilities and amenities
by percentage of respondents who indicated they had a need
74%
72%
70%
70%
69%
69%
69%
69%
67%
64%
61%
61%
61%
60%
60%
60%
58%
57%
57%
55%
55%
53%
52%
48%
48%
47%
47%
45%
44%
44%
43%
43%
36%
35%
Picnic areas
Natural areas/preserves
Paved multi‐use paths
Multi‐use paths
Fitness and exercise facilities
Playground areas
Recreation/community center
Aquatic/pool facilities
Splash pads/spray parks
Cultural centers for visual and performing arts
Environmental education/nature center
Unpaved trails
Outdoor adventure activities
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
Fishing areas
Public art (sculptures, murals)
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
Off‐leash dog parks
Baseball/softball fields
Basketball courts
Soccer/football fields
Senior center
Tennis courts
Volleyball courts
Pickleball courts
Amphitheater space
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
Golf courses
Off‐road vehicle trails
Skateboard parks
Meeting rooms
Disc golf course
E‐sports gaming facilities
0%
25%
50%
75%
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Q10a. Estimated number of households who have a need for facilities or amenities
by number of households based on an estimated 28,105 households
20,657
20,320
19,786
19,730
19,477
19,477
19,421
19,364
18,718
18,015
17,116
17,116
17,004
16,779
16,779
16,779
16,301
15,992
15,879
15,542
15,402
14,952
14,699
13,406
13,350
13,294
13,237
12,703
12,282
12,282
12,169
12,113
10,090
9,696
Picnic areas
Natural areas/preserves
Paved multi‐use paths
Multi‐use paths
Fitness and exercise facilities
Playground areas
Recreation/community center
Aquatic/pool facilities
Splash pads/spray parks
Cultural centers for visual and performing arts
Environmental education/nature center
Unpaved trails
Outdoor adventure activities
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
Fishing areas
Public art (sculptures, murals)
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
Off‐leash dog parks
Baseball/softball fields
Basketball courts
Soccer/football fields
Senior center
Tennis courts
Volleyball courts
Pickleball courts
Amphitheater space
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
Golf courses
Off‐road vehicle trails
Skateboard parks
Meeting rooms
Disc golf course
E‐sports gaming facilities
0
5,000
10,000
15,000
20,000
25,000
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Q10b. How well needs are met for facilities and amenities
by percentage of respondents (excluding "no need”)
31%
27%
23%
23%
23%
26%
16%
22%
18%
16%
21%
20%
15%
17%
18%
16%
15%
11%
12%
12%
14%
14%
10%
11%
9%
12%
13%
10%
10%
12%
9%
11%
9%
6%
33%
31%
33%
31%
31%
26%
28%
22%
24%
26%
20%
20%
25%
21%
19%
20%
21%
24%
22%
21%
18%
16%
19%
17%
19%
16%
14%
14%
13%
10%
12%
8%
8%
9%
23%
30%
29%
27%
28%
27%
31%
36%
31%
31%
33%
34%
34%
33%
32%
31%
33%
31%
29%
26%
29%
36%
17%
19%
26%
21%
27%
20%
26%
32%
19%
21%
10%
21%
12%
12%
14%
18%
18%
21%
25%
21%
27%
27%
26%
26%
26%
29%
30%
33%
30%
34%
37%
41%
40%
34%
54%
52%
46%
51%
46%
56%
51%
46%
60%
60%
74%
63%
Baseball/softball fields
Playground areas
Basketball courts
Picnic areas
Soccer/football fields
Golf courses
Natural areas/preserves
Splash pads/spray parks
Off‐leash dog parks
Multi‐use paths
Senior center
Fishing areas
Unpaved trails
Volleyball courts
Aquatic/pool facilities
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
Recreation/community center
Meeting rooms
Paved multi‐use paths
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
Fitness and exercise facilities
Tennis courts
E‐sports gaming facilities
Amphitheater space
Environmental education/nature center
Off‐road vehicle trails
Disc golf course
Cultural centers for visual and performing arts
Public art (sculptures, murals)
Skateboard parks
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Pickleball courts
Outdoor adventure activities
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
Fully met
Mostly met
Partly met
Not met
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Q10c. Estimated number of households whose needs for facilities and
amenities are only “partly met" or “not met”
by number of households based on an estimated 28,105 households
14,266
13,728
13,465
13,361
13,039
12,920
12,861
12,390
12,289
12,122
11,522
11,359
11,158
10,834
10,557
10,304
10,084
9,478
9,438
9,431
9,337
9,178
8,855
8,628
8,250
8,161
8,092
7,934
7,355
6,863
6,855
6,653
5,908
5,455
Outdoor adventure activities
Cultural centers for visual and performing arts
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
Fitness and exercise facilities
Paved multi‐use paths
Public art (sculptures, murals)
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Recreation/community center
Environmental education/nature center
Aquatic/pool facilities
Multi‐use paths
Natural areas/preserves
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
Pickleball courts
Splash pads/spray parks
Unpaved trails
Fishing areas
Amphitheater space
Tennis courts
Skateboard parks
Picnic areas
Off‐leash dog parks
Off‐road vehicle trails
Senior center
Volleyball courts
Playground areas
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
Meeting rooms
Disc golf course
Soccer/football fields
E‐sports gaming facilities
Basketball courts
Golf courses
Baseball/softball fields
0
5,000
10,000
15,000
20,000
Not Met
Partly Met
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Q11. Facilities and amenities most important to households
by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top four choices
2%
40%
27%
20%
16%
16%
15%
14%
14%
13%
13%
11%
11%
11%
10%
10%
10%
10%
9%
8%
8%
8%
7%
6%
6%
5%
5%
4%
4%
4%
3%
3%
3%
1%
Aquatic/pool facilities
Fitness and exercise facilities
Cultural centers for visual and performing arts
Fishing areas
Splash pads/spray parks
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Outdoor adventure activities
Natural areas/preserves
Amphitheater space
Playground areas
Off‐leash dog parks
Recreation/community center
Multi‐use paths
Paved multi‐use paths
Senior center
Unpaved trails
Pickleball courts
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
Baseball/softball fields
Environmental education/nature center
Off‐road vehicle trails
Basketball courts
Picnic areas
Soccer/football fields
Golf courses
Public art (sculptures, murals)
Tennis courts
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
Disc golf course
Volleyball courts
E‐sports gaming facilities
Meeting rooms
Skateboard parks
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Top choice
2nd choice
3rd choice
4th choice
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Q12. Need for programs and activities
74%
71%
66%
62%
61%
58%
58%
58%
57%
57%
56%
54%
54%
51%
49%
47%
43%
43%
42%
39%
38%
34%
33%
30%
Special events/festivals
Hobby/interest classes
Fitness programs
Art programs
Art performances
Nature programs/environmental education
Educational classes/lectures
Water fitness programs
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
Family programming
Mobile or "pop‐up" programs
Volunteer opportunities
Adult sports
Dog park programs
Older adult/senior social programs
Youth sports programs
Science/technology programs
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
Out of school programs
Teen programs
Before or after school care programs
Preschool programs
Adaptive recreation programs
E‐sports programs/leagues/tournaments
0%
25%
50%
75%
by percentage of respondents who indicated they had a need
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Q12a. Estimated number of households who have a need for programs and activities
by number of households based on an estimated 28,105 households
20,657
20,011
18,662
17,425
17,004
16,301
16,188
16,188
16,132
15,879
15,711
15,289
15,177
14,221
13,884
13,294
12,113
12,001
11,860
11,045
10,680
9,443
9,218
8,516
Special events/festivals
Hobby/interest classes
Fitness programs
Art programs
Art performances
Nature programs/environmental education
Educational classes/lectures
Water fitness programs
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
Family programming
Mobile or "pop‐up" programs
Volunteer opportunities
Adult sports
Dog park programs
Older adult/senior social programs
Youth sports programs
Science/technology programs
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
Out of school programs
Teen programs
Before or after school care programs
Preschool programs
Adaptive recreation programs
E‐sports programs/leagues/tournaments
0
5,000
10,000
15,000
20,000
25,000
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Q12b. How well needs are met for programs and activities
by percentage of respondents (excluding "no need”)
19%
18%
19%
15%
18%
14%
14%
11%
12%
14%
13%
11%
14%
11%
9%
11%
12%
11%
9%
9%
7%
8%
7%
9%
26%
26%
22%
22%
17%
20%
19%
20%
19%
17%
17%
18%
14%
18%
17%
15%
14%
14%
15%
13%
14%
13%
10%
8%
29%
29%
29%
33%
30%
36%
34%
35%
35%
36%
29%
35%
28%
26%
30%
30%
30%
31%
38%
26%
27%
34%
19%
15%
26%
27%
31%
30%
36%
30%
34%
34%
34%
34%
42%
36%
44%
46%
43%
44%
44%
44%
38%
53%
52%
46%
65%
69%
Youth sports programs
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
Before or after school care programs
Dog park programs
Adaptive recreation programs
Preschool programs
Out of school programs
Special events/festivals
Adult sports
Older adult/senior social programs
Volunteer opportunities
Fitness programs
Water fitness programs
E‐sports programs/leagues/tournaments
Hobby/interest classes
Art programs
Teen programs
Science/technology programs
Educational classes/lectures
Art performances
Family programming
Nature programs/environmental education
Mobile or "pop‐up" programs
Extreme sports
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
Fully met
Mostly met
Partly met
Not met
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Q12c. Estimated number of households whose needs for activities and programs are
only “partly met" or “not met”
by number of households with need based on an estimated 28,105 households
14,748
14,233
13,314
13,250
13,134
12,976
12,877
12,608
12,384
11,575
10,794
10,457
10,069
9,705
9,109
9,050
8,959
8,151
7,994
7,232
6,387
6,223
6,106
6,010
Hobby/interest classes
Special events/festivals
Art performances
Fitness programs
Mobile or "pop‐up" programs
Nature programs/environmental education
Art programs
Family programming
Educational classes/lectures
Water fitness programs
Volunteer opportunities
Adult sports
Extreme sports
Older adult/senior social programs
Science/technology programs
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
Dog park programs
Teen programs
Out of school programs
Youth sports programs
Before or after school care programs
Preschool programs
E‐sports programs/leagues/tournaments
Adaptive recreation programs
0
5,000
10,000
15,000
20,000
Not Met
Partly Met
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Q13. Programs and activities most important to households
by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top four choices
28%
25%
22%
22%
21%
19%
16%
16%
13%
13%
13%
11%
11%
10%
10%
10%
9%
9%
9%
7%
7%
6%
4%
4%
Hobby/interest classes
Special events/festivals
Art performances
Fitness programs
Mobile or "pop‐up" programs
Nature programs/environmental education
Art programs
Family programming
Educational classes/lectures
Water fitness programs
Volunteer opportunities
Adult sports
Extreme sports
Older adult/senior social programs
Science/technology programs
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
Dog park programs
Teen programs
Out of school programs
Youth sports programs
Before or after school care programs
Preschool programs
E‐sports programs/leagues/tournaments
Adaptive recreation programs
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Top choice
2nd choice
3rd choice
4th choice
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Q14. Do you live in a neighborhood managed by a homeowner's association (HOA)?
Yes
82%
No
19%
by percentage of respondents (excluding "not provided”)
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Q14a. Do you or members of your household use any facilities/amenities or
participate in any programs offered by your HOA?
Yes
51%
No
49%
by percentage of respondents who indicated they live in a neighborhood managed by a HOA
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Q14b. How would you rate the overall quality of the parks and/or recreation
amenities and programs offered by your HOA?
Excellent
23%
Good
40%
Fair
26%
Poor
11%
by percentage of respondents who have used facilities/amenities or participated in programs offered by HOA (excluding "not provided”)
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Q14c. Overall, how well are your household's needs for parks and recreation
amenities and programs being met by your HOA?
Fully met
12%
Mostly met
37%
Partly met
34%
Not met
17%
by percentage of respondents who have used facilities/amenities or participated in programs offered by HOA (excluding "not provided”)
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Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its
parks and recreation system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
by percentage of respondents
73%
64%
53%
60%
62%
52%
49%
48%
53%
43%
47%
45%
37%
38%
31%
14%
20%
28%
20%
18%
27%
28%
26%
20%
27%
23%
24%
27%
25%
31%
11%
15%
16%
16%
17%
17%
21%
21%
24%
26%
27%
24%
28%
24%
24%
2%
2%
3%
4%
4%
4%
2%
6%
4%
4%
3%
7%
8%
14%
14%
Develop new indoor recreation facilities
Construct new aquatic facilities
Develop new multi‐use paths or trails
Build additional sports courts
Improve existing aquatic facility
Increase sports programs and services
Expand inclusion services or accessibility
Construct signature and themed playgrounds
Develop more sports field complexes
Install public art at city parks and facilities
Add dog parks or off‐leash areas
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
Very Supportive
Somewhat Supportive
Not Sure
Not Supportive
Preserve open space and high‐value natural
resources such as mountains, rivers, etc.
Invest in updating and improving
existing City parks
Identify and acquire land to develop more
city parks throughout Buckeye
Increase the variety and number of
recreation programming opportunities
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Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT
to your household?
by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top three choices
37%
31%
30%
24%
24%
16%
15%
15%
14%
12%
11%
11%
9%
8%
8%
Construct new aquatic facilities
Develop new indoor recreation facilities
Build additional sports courts
Add dog parks or off‐leash areas
Improve existing aquatic facility
Develop new multi‐use paths or trails
Construct signature and themed playgrounds
Expand inclusion services or accessibility
Develop more sports field complexes
Install public art at city parks and facilities
Increase sports programs and services
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Top choice
2nd choice
3rd choice
Preserve open space and high‐value natural
resources such as mountains, rivers, etc.
Invest in updating and improving
existing City parks
Identify and acquire land to develop more
city parks throughout Buckeye
Increase the variety and number of
recreation programming opportunities
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Q17. Please rate your level of support for dedicated funding options that enable the
preservation of open spaces and development of parks, trails, and recreation
facilities in Buckeye. This could include revenue bonds, a dedicated sales tax
initiative similar to Scottsdale, or other agreeable options.
Very supportive
40%
Somewhat supportive
33%
Not sure
22%
Not supportive
5%
by percentage of respondents
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Q18. What is your age?
65+
21%
55‐64
22%
45‐54
17%
35‐44
20%
18‐34
19%
by percentage of respondents (excluding “not provided")
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Q19. Your gender:
Male
49.1%
Female
50.7%
I identify another way
0.2%
by percentage of respondents (excluding "not provided")
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Q20. How many years have you lived in the City of Buckeye?
by percentage of respondents (excluding “not provided")
0‐5
39%
6‐10
26%
11‐15
15%
16‐20
10%
21‐30
6%
31+
5%
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Q21. Which of the following best describes your race/ethnicity?
by percentage of respondents
64.9%
43.5%
6.3%
2.1%
1.9%
0.2%
1.5%
White or Caucasian
Hispanic, Spanish, or Latino/a/x
Black or African American
Asian or Asian Indian
American Indian or Alaska Native
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
Other
0.0%
25.0%
50.0%
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Q22. Would you say your total annual household income is...
by percentage of respondents
Under $30K
6%
$30K to $49,999
11%
$50K to $69,999
16%
$70K to $89,999
16%
$90K to $119,999
16%
$120K to $174,999
16%
$175K+
8%
Not provided
12%
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Priority Investment Rating
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Overview
The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) was developed by ETC Institute to provide governments with
an objective tool for evaluating the priority that should be placed on parks and recreation
investments. The Priority Investment Rating was developed by ETC Institute to identify the
facilities/programs residents think should receive the highest priority for investment. The Priority
Investment Rating reflects the importance residents place on items (sum of top 4 choices) and the
unmet needs (needs that are only being met 50% or less) for each facility/program relative to the
facility/program that rated the highest overall. Since decisions related to future investments should
consider both the level of unmet need and the importance of facilities/programs, the PIR weights
each of these components equally.
The PIR reflects the sum of the Unmet Needs Rating and the Importance Rating as shown in the
equation below:
PIR = UNR + IR
For example, suppose the Unmet Needs Rating for playgrounds is 26.5 (out of 100) and the
Importance Rating for playgrounds is 52 (out of 100), the Priority Investment Rating for
playgrounds would be 78.5 (out of 200).
How to Analyze the Charts:
• High Priority Areas are those with a PIR of at least 100. A rating of 100 or above generally
indicates there is a relatively high level of unmet need and residents generally think it is
important to fund improvements in these areas. Improvements in this area are likely to
have a positive impact on the greatest number of households.
• Medium Priority Areas are those with a PIR of 50-99. A rating in this range generally
indicates there is a medium to high level of unmet need or a significant percentage of
residents generally think it is important to fund improvements in these areas.
• Low Priority Areas are those with a PIR below 50. A rating in this range generally
indicates there is a relatively low level of unmet need and residents do not think it is
important to fund improvements in these areas. Improvements may be warranted if the
needs of very specialized populations are being targeted.
The following pages show the Unmet Needs Rating, Importance Rating, and Priority Investment
Rating for facilities and programs.
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Unmet Needs Rating for Facilities and Amenities
the rating for the item with the most unmet need=100
the rating of all other items reflects the relative amount of unmet need for each item compared to the item with the most unmet need
100.0
96.2
94.4
93.7
91.4
90.6
90.2
86.9
86.1
85.0
80.8
79.6
78.2
75.9
74.0
72.2
70.7
66.4
66.2
66.1
65.4
64.3
62.1
60.5
57.8
57.2
56.7
55.6
51.6
48.1
48.1
46.6
41.4
38.2
Outdoor adventure activities
Cultural centers for visual and performing arts
Outdoor games
Fitness and exercise facilities
Paved multi‐use paths
Public art (sculptures, murals)
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Recreation/community center
Environmental education/nature center
Aquatic/pool facilities
Multi‐use paths
Natural areas/preserves
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
Pickleball courts
Splash pads/spray parks
Unpaved trails
Fishing areas
Amphitheater space
Tennis courts
Skateboard parks
Picnic areas
Off‐leash dog parks
Off‐road vehicle trails
Senior center
Volleyball courts
Playground areas
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
Meeting rooms
Disc golf course
Soccer/football fields
E‐sports gaming facilities
Basketball courts
Golf courses
Baseball/softball fields
0.0
20.0
40.0
60.0
80.0
100.0
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Importance Rating for Facilities and Amenities
the rating for the item rated as the most important=100
the rating of all other items reflects the relative level of importance for each item compared to the item rated as the most important
100.0
68.9
49.5
40.2
39.4
38.1
36.4
34.8
33.6
31.6
27.8
26.5
26.5
26.0
25.5
25.3
24.0
23.2
20.5
19.7
19.2
18.2
15.9
13.9
13.1
12.9
11.1
9.3
9.1
8.6
7.8
7.6
5.3
3.5
Aquatic/pool facilities
Fitness and exercise facilities
Cultural centers for visual and performing arts
Fishing areas
Splash pads/spray parks
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Outdoor adventure activities
Natural areas/preserves
Amphitheater space
Playground areas
Off‐leash dog parks
Recreation/community center
Multi‐use paths
Paved multi‐use paths
Senior center
Unpaved trails
Pickleball courts
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
Baseball/softball fields
Environmental education/nature center
Off‐road vehicle trails
Basketball courts
Picnic areas
Soccer/football fields
Golf courses
Public art (sculptures, murals)
Tennis courts
Outdoor games
Disc golf course
Volleyball courts
E‐sports gaming facilities
Meeting rooms
Skateboard parks
0.0
20.0
40.0
60.0
80.0
100.0
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185
163
146
136
128
117
114
113
113
111
107
105
103
102
100
100
99
97
92
89
86
80
80
79
76
70
66
63
61
61
60
58
56
54
Aquatic/pool facilities
Fitness and exercise facilities
Cultural centers for visual and performing arts
Outdoor adventure activities
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts
Paved multi‐use paths
Natural areas/preserves
Splash pads/spray parks
Recreation/community center
Fishing areas
Multi‐use paths
Environmental education/nature center
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
Public art (sculptures, murals)
Amphitheater space
Pickleball courts
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
Unpaved trails
Off‐leash dog parks
Playground areas
Senior center
Off‐road vehicle trails
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
Picnic areas
Tennis courts
Skateboard parks
Volleyball courts
Basketball courts
Soccer/football fields
Meeting rooms
Disc golf course
Baseball/softball fields
E‐sports gaming facilities
Golf courses
0
50
100
150
200
Top Priorities for Facilities and Amenities Based on
Priority Investment Rating
Medium Priority
(60‐119)
Low Priority (0‐59)
High Priority
(120+)
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Unmet Needs Rating for Programs and Activities
the rating for the item with the most unmet need=100
the rating of all other items reflects the relative amount of unmet need for each item compared to the item with the most unmet need
100.0
96.5
90.3
89.8
89.1
88.0
87.3
85.5
84.0
78.5
73.2
70.9
68.3
65.8
61.8
61.4
60.7
55.3
54.2
49.0
43.3
42.2
41.4
40.8
Hobby/interest classes
Special events/festivals
Art performances
Fitness programs
Mobile or "pop‐up" programs
Nature programs/environmental education
Art programs
Family programming
Educational classes/lectures
Water fitness programs
Volunteer opportunities
Adult sports
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
Older adult/senior social programs
Science/technology programs
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
Dog park programs
Teen programs
Out of school programs
Youth sports programs
Before or after school care programs
Preschool programs
E‐sports programs/leagues/tournaments
Adaptive recreation programs
0.0
20.0
40.0
60.0
80.0
100.0
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Importance Rating for Programs and Activities
the rating for the item rated as the most important=100
the rating of all other items reflects the relative level of importance for each item compared to the item rated as the most important
100.0
86.6
78.9
77.1
75.0
65.8
55.3
54.9
45.8
44.7
44.4
40.1
37.3
35.2
34.9
34.5
33.1
30.3
30.3
25.4
24.6
19.4
13.0
12.7
Hobby/interest classes
Fitness programs
Art programs
Special events/festivals
Art performances
Family programming
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
Educational classes/lectures
Youth sports programs
Dog park programs
Adult sports
Older adult/senior social programs
Before or after school care programs
Adaptive recreation programs
Nature programs/environmental education
Water fitness programs
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
Mobile or "pop‐up" programs
Volunteer opportunities
Out of school programs
Teen programs
Science/technology programs
E‐sports programs/leagues/tournaments
Preschool programs
0.0
20.0
40.0
60.0
80.0
100.0
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200
176
174
166
165
151
139
123
119
117
115
113
106
105
103
101
95
81
81
80
80
76
55
54
Hobby/interest classes
Fitness programs
Special events/festivals
Art programs
Art performances
Family programming
Educational classes/lectures
Nature programs/environmental education
Mobile or "pop‐up" programs
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
Adult sports
Water fitness programs
Older adult/senior social programs
Dog park programs
Volunteer opportunities
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
Youth sports programs
Science/technology programs
Before or after school care programs
Teen programs
Out of school programs
Adaptive recreation programs
Preschool programs
E‐sports programs/leagues/tournaments
0
50
100
150
200
Top Priorities for Programs and Activities Based on
Priority Investment Rating
Low Priority (0‐59)
Medium Priority
(60‐119)
High Priority
(120+)
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Tabular Data
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Q1. Counting yourself, how many people in your household are...
Mean
Sum
Under age 5
0.3
144
Ages 5-9
0.3
151
Ages 10-14
0.3
175
Ages 15-19
0.4
192
Ages 20-24
0.2
110
Ages 25-34
0.4
211
Ages 35-44
0.5
240
Ages 45-54
0.4
206
Ages 55-64
0.4
221
Ages 65-74
0.3
167
Ages 75+
0.1
77
Q2. Have you or other members of your household visited any parks or recreation facilities offered by the
City of Buckeye during the past 12 months such as Sundance Park, Earl Edgar Park, Town Park, Dr. Saide
Recreation Center, Sundance Recreation Center, Senior Center, etc?
Q2. Have visited any parks or recreation facilities
offered by City during past 12 months
Number
Percent
Yes
403
76.9 %
No
121
23.1 %
Total
524
100.0 %
Q2a. How would you rate the overall quality of the City parks and recreation facilities that you or members
of your household have visited during the past 12 months?
Q2a. How would you rate overall quality of City
parks & recreation facilities you have visited
Number
Percent
Excellent
129
32.0 %
Good
200
49.6 %
Fair
66
16.4 %
Poor
5
1.2 %
Not provided
3
0.7 %
Total
403
100.0 %
WITHOUT “NOT PROVIDED”
Q2a. How would you rate the overall quality of the City parks and recreation facilities that you or members
of your household have visited during the past 12 months? (without "not provided")
Q2a. How would you rate overall quality of City
parks & recreation facilities you have visited
Number
Percent
Excellent
129
32.3 %
Good
200
50.0 %
Fair
66
16.5 %
Poor
5
1.3 %
Total
400
100.0 %
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Q2b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT VISITED or do not visit City parks and recreation
facilities offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN.
Q2b. Reasons why you have not visited or do not
visit City parks & recreation facilities more often
Number
Percent
Use HOA parks & facilities in my neighborhood
62
51.2 %
Use other City, County or State parks & facilities
20
16.5 %
Too far from home
46
38.0 %
Not aware of park or facility locations
32
26.4 %
Parks/facilities are outdated/not well maintained
5
4.1 %
Lack of features we want to use
15
12.4 %
I am too busy
13
10.7 %
Do not feel safe using parks/facilities
8
6.6 %
Lack of ADA accessibility
2
1.7 %
Do not feel welcomed/accommodated
4
3.3 %
Lack of transportation
3
2.5 %
Lack of restrooms
2
1.7 %
Language/cultural barriers/age barriers
1
0.8 %
Other
10
8.3 %
None. We visit them frequently
7
5.8 %
Total
230
WITHOUT “NONE. WE VISIT THEM FREQUENTLY”
Q2b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT VISITED or do not visit City parks and recreation
facilities offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN. (without "none")
Q2b. Reasons why you have not visited or do not
visit City parks & recreation facilities more often
Number
Percent
Use HOA parks & facilities in my neighborhood
62
54.4 %
Too far from home
46
40.4 %
Not aware of park or facility locations
32
28.1 %
Use other City, County or State parks & facilities
20
17.5 %
Lack of features we want to use
15
13.2 %
I am too busy
13
11.4 %
Other
10
8.8 %
Do not feel safe using parks/facilities
8
7.0 %
Parks/facilities are outdated/not well maintained
5
4.4 %
Do not feel welcomed/accommodated
4
3.5 %
Lack of transportation
3
2.6 %
Lack of restrooms
2
1.8 %
Lack of ADA accessibility
2
1.8 %
Language/cultural barriers/age barriers
1
0.9 %
Total
223
Q3. Do you live within a 10-minute walk from a park?
Q3. Do you live within a 10-minute walk from a
park
Number
Percent
Yes
202
38.5 %
No
322
61.5 %
Total
524
100.0 %
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Q3a. Have you used the park in the past 12 months?
Q3a. Have you used the park in past 12 months
Number
Percent
Yes
173
85.6 %
No
26
12.9 %
Not provided
3
1.5 %
Total
202
100.0 %
WITHOUT “NOT PROVIDED”
Q3a. Have you used the park in the past 12 months? (without "not provided")
Q3a. Have you used the park in past 12 months
Number
Percent
Yes
173
86.9 %
No
26
13.1 %
Total
199
100.0 %
Q4. Have you or other members of your household participated in any recreation programs/activities
offered by the City of Buckeye during the past 12 months?
Q4. Have you participated in any recreation
programs/activities offered by City during past 12
months
Number
Percent
Yes
180
34.4 %
No
344
65.6 %
Total
524
100.0 %
Q4a. How would you rate the overall quality of programs/activities that you or members of your household
have participated in during the past 12 months?
Q4a. How would you rate overall quality of
programs/activities you have participated in
Number
Percent
Excellent
45
25.0 %
Good
97
53.9 %
Fair
33
18.3 %
Poor
4
2.2 %
Not provided
1
0.6 %
Total
180
100.0 %
WITHOUT “NOT PROVIDED”
Q4a. How would you rate the overall quality of programs/activities that you or members of your household
have participated in during the past 12 months? (without "not provided")
Q4a. How would you rate overall quality of
programs/activities you have participated in
Number
Percent
Excellent
45
25.1 %
Good
97
54.2 %
Fair
33
18.4 %
Poor
4
2.2 %
Total
179
100.0 %
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Q4b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT PARTICIPATED in or DO NOT PARTICIPATE in
programs offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN.
Q4b. Reasons why you have not participated in or
no not participated in programs more often
Number
Percent
Classes/programs/events are full
22
6.4 %
Facilities are not well maintained
2
0.6 %
Facilities are too far from my home
77
22.4 %
Fees are too high
34
9.9 %
I do not feel safe
9
2.6 %
I do not feel welcome
7
2.0 %
I do not know the locations
66
19.2 %
I do not know what is offered
92
26.7 %
I use services of other agencies
11
3.2 %
Lack of parking
4
1.2 %
Lack of quality programming
18
5.2 %
Lack of transportation
15
4.4 %
Language/cultural/age barriers
9
2.6 %
No safe walking/biking routes
9
2.6 %
Not interested
39
11.3 %
Offerings do not meet my interests
54
15.7 %
Use private sports clubs/leagues
26
7.6 %
Registration process is difficult
16
4.7 %
Times of offerings are inconvenient
44
12.8 %
Too busy
60
17.4 %
Other
22
6.4 %
None. There are no barriers
47
13.7 %
Total
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Q4b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT PARTICIPATED in or DO NOT PARTICIPATE in
programs offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN. (without "none")
Q4b. Reasons why you have not participated in or
no not participated in programs more often
Number
Percent
I do not know what is offered
92
31.0 %
Facilities are too far from my home
77
25.9 %
I do not know the locations
66
22.2 %
Too busy
60
20.2 %
Offerings do not meet my interests
54
18.2 %
Times of offerings are inconvenient
44
14.8 %
Not interested
39
13.1 %
Fees are too high
34
11.4 %
Use private sports clubs/leagues
26
8.8 %
Other
22
7.4 %
Classes/programs/events are full
22
7.4 %
Lack of quality programming
18
6.1 %
Registration process is difficult
16
5.4 %
Lack of transportation
15
5.1 %
I use services of other agencies
11
3.7 %
Language/cultural/age barriers
9
3.0 %
No safe walking/biking routes
9
3.0 %
I do not feel safe
9
3.0 %
I do not feel welcome
7
2.4 %
Lack of parking
4
1.3 %
Facilities are not well maintained
2
0.7 %
Total
636
Q5. Please CHECK ALL of the organizations you or members of your household use for recreation programs
and facilities.
Q5. Organizations you use for recreation
programs & facilities
Number
Percent
City of Buckeye
279
53.2 %
Neighboring cities
142
27.1 %
Maricopa County
77
14.7 %
Homeowners associations (HOA)
183
34.9 %
Private sports clubs/leagues
75
14.3 %
Private fitness centers
129
24.6 %
Local schools/colleges/universities
76
14.5 %
Churches or other religious organizations
102
19.5 %
Other
6
1.1 %
None of these
60
11.5 %
Total
1129
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Q5. Please CHECK ALL of the organizations you or members of your household use for recreation programs
and facilities. (without "none of these")
Q5. Organizations you use for recreation
programs & facilities
Number
Percent
City of Buckeye
279
60.1 %
Homeowners associations (HOA)
183
39.4 %
Neighboring cities
142
30.6 %
Private fitness centers
129
27.8 %
Churches or other religious organizations
102
22.0 %
Maricopa County
77
16.6 %
Local schools/colleges/universities
76
16.4 %
Private sports clubs/leagues
75
16.2 %
Other
6
1.3 %
Total
1069
Q5-10. Other:
Q5-9. Other
Number
Percent
Self recreation in the open desert
1
16.7 %
Water parks
1
16.7 %
YMCA
1
16.7 %
Gimnasio privado
1
16.7 %
Bingo
1
16.7 %
Historical societies
1
16.7 %
Total
6
100.0 %
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Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
(N=524)
Strongly
Strongly
agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
disagree
Don't know
Q6-1. Improve my (my
household's) mental health &
reduces stress
25.4%
31.5%
25.8%
3.4%
1.7%
12.2%
Q6-2. Improve my (my
household's) physical health &
fitness
28.8%
37.2%
20.8%
2.5%
2.5%
8.2%
Q6-3. Increase my (my
household's) property value
19.5%
28.8%
26.7%
6.7%
4.0%
14.3%
Q6-4. Improve my (my
household's) overall quality of
life
20.2%
39.3%
24.8%
4.4%
2.5%
8.8%
Q6-5. Are age-friendly &
accessible to all age groups
21.0%
38.5%
21.6%
5.5%
1.9%
11.5%
Q6-6. Make Buckeye a more
desirable place to live
32.4%
38.0%
15.6%
4.2%
2.1%
7.6%
Q6-7. Preserve open space &
protect the environment
31.7%
36.5%
15.8%
3.4%
1.9%
10.7%
Q6-8. Provide positive social
interactions for me (my
household/family)
21.9%
38.4%
22.5%
3.8%
1.5%
11.8%
Q6-9. Provide historic
preservation of Buckeye's
heritage
20.6%
28.2%
27.5%
5.2%
1.9%
16.6%
Q6-10. Other
0.0%
0.0%
1.3%
0.0%
0.4%
98.3%
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Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services. (without "don't know")
(N=524)
Strongly agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly disagree
Q6-1. Improve my (my
household's) mental health
& reduces stress
28.9%
35.9%
29.3%
3.9%
2.0%
Q6-2. Improve my (my
household's) physical
health & fitness
31.4%
40.5%
22.7%
2.7%
2.7%
Q6-3. Increase my (my
household's) property value
22.7%
33.6%
31.2%
7.8%
4.7%
Q6-4. Improve my (my
household's) overall
quality of life
22.2%
43.1%
27.2%
4.8%
2.7%
Q6-5. Are age-friendly &
accessible to all age groups
23.7%
43.5%
24.4%
6.3%
2.2%
Q6-6. Make Buckeye a
more desirable place to live
35.1%
41.1%
16.9%
4.5%
2.3%
Q6-7. Preserve open
space & protect the
environment
35.5%
40.8%
17.7%
3.8%
2.1%
Q6-8. Provide positive
social interactions for me
(my household/family)
24.9%
43.5%
25.5%
4.3%
1.7%
Q6-9. Provide historic
preservation of Buckeye's
heritage
24.7%
33.9%
33.0%
6.2%
2.3%
Q6-10. Other
0.0%
0.0%
77.8%
0.0%
22.2%
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Q7. Please rate your satisfaction using a scale of 5 to 1, where 5 means "Very Satisfied" and 1 means "Very
Dissatisfied," with the overall value your household receives from the City of Buckeye Community Services
Department.
Q7. Your satisfaction with overall value your
household receives from City Community Services
Department
Number
Percent
Very satisfied
100
19.1 %
Somewhat satisfied
147
28.1 %
Neutral
146
27.9 %
Somewhat dissatisfied
40
7.6 %
Very dissatisfied
22
4.2 %
Don't know
69
13.2 %
Total
524
100.0 %
WITHOUT “DON’T KNOW”
Q7. Please rate your satisfaction using a scale of 5 to 1, where 5 means "Very Satisfied" and 1 means "Very
Dissatisfied," with the overall value your household receives from the City of Buckeye Community Services
Department. (without "don't know")
Q7. Your satisfaction with overall value your
household receives from City Community Services
Department
Number
Percent
Very satisfied
100
22.0 %
Somewhat satisfied
147
32.3 %
Neutral
146
32.1 %
Somewhat dissatisfied
40
8.8 %
Very dissatisfied
22
4.8 %
Total
455
100.0 %
Q8. How do you currently learn about recreation facilities, programs, and services that are offered by the
City of Buckeye?
Q8. How do you currently learn about recreation
facilities, programs, & services offered by City
Number
Percent
Eye on Buckeye publication
370
70.6 %
City website
145
27.7 %
Email blasts/newsletters
110
21.0 %
Program fliers/registration forms
62
11.8 %
From friends & neighbors
94
17.9 %
Social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
206
39.3 %
Newspaper
21
4.0 %
Conversations with City staff
8
1.5 %
Television
4
0.8 %
Neighborhood/civic newsletters
27
5.2 %
Recreation center bulletin boards
28
5.3 %
Schools
38
7.3 %
Other
17
3.2 %
Total
1130
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Q8-13. Other:
Q8-13. Other
Number
Percent
Library
2
11.8 %
Mail
2
11.8 %
Signage at Sundance Park
1
5.9 %
Search
1
5.9 %
Facebook
1
5.9 %
I have no idea what's being offered
1
5.9 %
I was not aware that City offered programs and services
1
5.9 %
Announcement in exercise classes
1
5.9 %
Town Hall meeting
1
5.9 %
Word of mouth
1
5.9 %
COMMUNITY MEETINGS
1
5.9 %
Telephone reminders
1
5.9 %
HOA
1
5.9 %
Work
1
5.9 %
They have to register online
1
5.9 %
Total
17
100.0 %
Q9. Which TWO of the sources of information do you MOST PREFER to use to get information?
Q9. Top choice
Number
Percent
Eye on Buckeye publication
248
47.3 %
City website
34
6.5 %
Email blasts/newsletters
54
10.3 %
Program fliers/registration forms
15
2.9 %
From friends & neighbors
6
1.1 %
Social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
115
21.9 %
Newspaper
4
0.8 %
Television
3
0.6 %
Neighborhood/civic newsletters
4
0.8 %
Recreation center bulletin boards
2
0.4 %
Schools
9
1.7 %
None chosen
30
5.7 %
Total
524
100.0 %
Q9. Which TWO of the sources of information do you MOST PREFER to use to get information?
Q9. 2nd choice
Number
Percent
Eye on Buckeye publication
73
13.9 %
City website
71
13.5 %
Email blasts/newsletters
94
17.9 %
Program fliers/registration forms
27
5.2 %
From friends & neighbors
24
4.6 %
Social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
112
21.4 %
Newspaper
4
0.8 %
Conversations with City staff
2
0.4 %
Television
3
0.6 %
Neighborhood/civic newsletters
23
4.4 %
Recreation center bulletin boards
6
1.1 %
Schools
18
3.4 %
None chosen
67
12.8 %
Total
524
100.0 %
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Q9. Which TWO of the sources of information do you MOST PREFER to use to get information? (top 2)
Q9. Top choice
Number
Percent
Eye on Buckeye publication
321
61.3 %
City website
105
20.0 %
Email blasts/newsletters
148
28.2 %
Program fliers/registration forms
42
8.0 %
From friends & neighbors
30
5.7 %
Social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
227
43.3 %
Newspaper
8
1.5 %
Conversations with City staff
2
0.4 %
Television
6
1.1 %
Neighborhood/civic newsletters
27
5.2 %
Recreation center bulletin boards
8
1.5 %
Schools
27
5.2 %
None chosen
30
5.7 %
Total
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
(N=524)
Fully met
Mostly met
Partly met
Not met
No need
Q10-1. Amphitheater space
5.2%
8.2%
9.2%
24.6%
52.9%
Q10-2. Aquatic/pool facilities
12.4%
13.4%
22.3%
20.8%
31.1%
Q10-3. Baseball/softball fields
17.4%
18.5%
13.0%
6.5%
44.7%
Q10-4. Basketball courts
12.8%
18.3%
15.8%
7.8%
45.2%
Q10-5. Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
7.3%
12.8%
15.5%
24.2%
40.3%
Q10-6. Cultural centers for visual &
performing arts
6.5%
8.8%
12.8%
36.1%
35.9%
Q10-7. Dedicated amenities for those
with disabilities
7.3%
9.2%
14.1%
14.7%
54.8%
Q10-8. Disc golf course
4.8%
5.0%
9.5%
16.6%
64.1%
Q10-9. Environmental education/nature
center
5.7%
11.5%
15.6%
28.1%
39.1%
Q10-10. eSports gaming facilities
3.4%
6.7%
5.7%
18.7%
65.5%
Q10-11. Fishing areas
11.8%
12.0%
20.2%
15.6%
40.3%
Q10-12. Fitness & exercise facilities
9.4%
12.4%
19.8%
27.7%
30.7%
Q10-13. Golf courses
11.3%
11.5%
11.8%
9.2%
56.3%
Q10-14. Indoor basketball/volleyball
courts or other indoor sporting practice
facilities
5.3%
6.9%
11.3%
34.5%
42.0%
Q10-15. Meeting rooms
4.6%
10.3%
13.5%
14.7%
56.9%
Q10-16. Multi-use paths
10.9%
18.3%
21.8%
19.3%
29.8%
Q10-17. Natural areas/preserves
11.6%
20.2%
22.5%
17.9%
27.7%
Q10-18. Off-leash dog parks
10.3%
13.5%
17.6%
15.1%
43.5%
Q10-19. Off-road vehicle trails
5.2%
7.1%
9.4%
22.1%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
Fully met
Mostly met
Partly met
Not met
No need
Q10-20. Outdoor adventure activities (e.
g., zip lines, climbing walls)
5.2%
4.6%
5.9%
44.8%
39.5%
Q10-21. Outdoor games (ping pong,
bocce, horseshoes)
3.6%
5.3%
11.8%
36.1%
43.1%
Q10-22. Paved multi-use paths
8.6%
15.5%
20.0%
26.3%
29.6%
Q10-23. Pickleball courts
5.2%
3.6%
10.1%
28.4%
52.7%
Q10-24. Picnic areas
17.2%
23.1%
19.7%
13.5%
26.5%
Q10-25. Playground areas
18.7%
21.6%
20.4%
8.6%
30.7%
Q10-26. Public art (sculptures, murals)
5.7%
8.0%
15.3%
30.7%
40.3%
Q10-27. Recreation/community center
10.5%
14.5%
23.1%
21.0%
30.9%
Q10-28. Senior center
11.1%
10.5%
17.4%
13.4%
47.7%
Q10-29. Skateboard parks
5.3%
4.4%
13.7%
19.8%
56.7%
Q10-30. Soccer/football fields
12.4%
16.4%
14.7%
9.7%
46.8%
Q10-31. Splash pads/spray parks
14.5%
14.5%
23.7%
13.9%
33.4%
Q10-32. Tennis courts
6.5%
7.6%
17.2%
16.4%
52.3%
Q10-33. Unpaved trails
9.0%
15.3%
20.8%
15.8%
39.1%
Q10-34. Volleyball courts
8.2%
9.9%
15.5%
13.9%
52.5%
Q10-35. Other
0.0%
0.0%
0.8%
3.6%
95.6%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
(N=524)
Fully met
Mostly met
Partly met
Not met
Q10-1. Amphitheater space
10.9%
17.4%
19.4%
52.2%
Q10-2. Aquatic/pool facilities
18.0%
19.4%
32.4%
30.2%
Q10-3. Baseball/softball fields
31.4%
33.4%
23.4%
11.7%
Q10-4. Basketball courts
23.3%
33.4%
28.9%
14.3%
Q10-5. Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
12.1%
21.4%
25.9%
40.6%
Q10-6. Cultural centers for visual &
performing arts
10.1%
13.7%
19.9%
56.3%
Q10-7. Dedicated amenities for those
with disabilities
16.0%
20.3%
31.2%
32.5%
Q10-8. Disc golf course
13.3%
13.8%
26.6%
46.3%
Q10-9. Environmental education/nature
center
9.4%
18.8%
25.7%
46.1%
Q10-10. eSports gaming facilities
9.9%
19.3%
16.6%
54.1%
Q10-11. Fishing areas
19.8%
20.1%
33.9%
26.2%
Q10-12. Fitness & exercise facilities
13.5%
17.9%
28.7%
39.9%
Q10-13. Golf courses
25.8%
26.2%
27.1%
21.0%
Q10-14. Indoor basketball/volleyball
courts or other indoor sporting practice
facilities
9.2%
11.8%
19.4%
59.5%
Q10-15. Meeting rooms
10.6%
23.9%
31.4%
34.1%
Q10-16. Multi-use paths
15.5%
26.1%
31.0%
27.4%
Q10-17. Natural areas/preserves
16.1%
28.0%
31.1%
24.8%
Q10-18. Off-leash dog parks
18.2%
24.0%
31.1%
26.7%
Q10-19. Off-road vehicle trails
11.8%
16.2%
21.4%
50.7%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
Fully met
Mostly met
Partly met
Not met
Q10-20. Outdoor adventure activities (e.
g., zip lines, climbing walls)
8.5%
7.6%
9.8%
74.1%
Q10-21. Outdoor games (ping pong,
bocce, horseshoes)
6.4%
9.4%
20.8%
63.4%
Q10-22. Paved multi-use paths
12.2%
22.0%
28.5%
37.4%
Q10-23. Pickleball courts
10.9%
7.7%
21.4%
60.1%
Q10-24. Picnic areas
23.4%
31.4%
26.8%
18.4%
Q10-25. Playground areas
27.0%
31.1%
29.5%
12.4%
Q10-26. Public art (sculptures, murals)
9.6%
13.4%
25.6%
51.4%
Q10-27. Recreation/community center
15.2%
21.0%
33.4%
30.4%
Q10-28. Senior center
21.2%
20.1%
33.2%
25.5%
Q10-29. Skateboard parks
12.3%
10.1%
31.7%
45.8%
Q10-30. Soccer/football fields
23.3%
30.8%
27.6%
18.3%
Q10-31. Splash pads/spray parks
21.8%
21.8%
35.5%
20.9%
Q10-32. Tennis courts
13.6%
16.0%
36.0%
34.4%
Q10-33. Unpaved trails
14.7%
25.1%
34.2%
26.0%
Q10-34. Volleyball courts
17.3%
20.9%
32.5%
29.3%
Q10-35. Other
0.0%
0.0%
17.4%
82.6%
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Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
Q11. Top choice
Number
Percent
Amphitheater space
28
5.3 %
Aquatic/pool facilities
131
25.0 %
Baseball/softball fields
19
3.6 %
Basketball courts
9
1.7 %
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
10
1.9 %
Cultural centers for visual & performing arts
30
5.7 %
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
12
2.3 %
Disc golf course
2
0.4 %
Environmental education/nature center
6
1.1 %
eSports gaming facilities
5
1.0 %
Fishing areas
13
2.5 %
Fitness & exercise facilities
32
6.1 %
Golf courses
9
1.7 %
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or other indoor
sporting practice facilities
13
2.5 %
Meeting rooms
2
0.4 %
Multi-use paths
10
1.9 %
Natural areas/preserves
14
2.7 %
Off-leash dog parks
16
3.1 %
Off-road vehicle trails
9
1.7 %
Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip lines, climbing
walls)
5
1.0 %
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
1
0.2 %
Paved multi-use paths
11
2.1 %
Pickleball courts
20
3.8 %
Picnic areas
3
0.6 %
Playground areas
14
2.7 %
Public art (sculptures, murals)
2
0.4 %
Recreation/community center
5
1.0 %
Senior center
13
2.5 %
Soccer/football fields
6
1.1 %
Splash pads/spray parks
19
3.6 %
Tennis courts
4
0.8 %
Unpaved trails
9
1.7 %
Volleyball courts
2
0.4 %
None chosen
40
7.6 %
Total
524
100.0 %
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you and the members of your household?
Q11. 2nd choice
Number
Percent
Amphitheater space
17
3.2 %
Aquatic/pool facilities
42
8.0 %
Baseball/softball fields
12
2.3 %
Basketball courts
9
1.7 %
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
17
3.2 %
Cultural centers for visual & performing arts
32
6.1 %
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
10
1.9 %
Disc golf course
6
1.1 %
Environmental education/nature center
16
3.1 %
eSports gaming facilities
3
0.6 %
Fishing areas
34
6.5 %
Fitness & exercise facilities
42
8.0 %
Golf courses
6
1.1 %
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or other indoor
sporting practice facilities
26
5.0 %
Meeting rooms
3
0.6 %
Multi-use paths
19
3.6 %
Natural areas/preserves
14
2.7 %
Off-leash dog parks
14
2.7 %
Off-road vehicle trails
13
2.5 %
Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip lines, climbing
walls)
12
2.3 %
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
5
1.0 %
Paved multi-use paths
7
1.3 %
Pickleball courts
13
2.5 %
Picnic areas
9
1.7 %
Playground areas
16
3.1 %
Public art (sculptures, murals)
3
0.6 %
Recreation/community center
13
2.5 %
Senior center
7
1.3 %
Skateboard parks
3
0.6 %
Soccer/football fields
7
1.3 %
Splash pads/spray parks
14
2.7 %
Tennis courts
7
1.3 %
Unpaved trails
11
2.1 %
Volleyball courts
3
0.6 %
None chosen
59
11.3 %
Total
524
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Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
Q11. 3rd choice
Number
Percent
Amphitheater space
13
2.5 %
Aquatic/pool facilities
18
3.4 %
Baseball/softball fields
9
1.7 %
Basketball courts
5
1.0 %
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
9
1.7 %
Cultural centers for visual & performing arts
21
4.0 %
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
13
2.5 %
Disc golf course
4
0.8 %
Environmental education/nature center
9
1.7 %
eSports gaming facilities
4
0.8 %
Fishing areas
22
4.2 %
Fitness & exercise facilities
46
8.8 %
Golf courses
7
1.3 %
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or other indoor
sporting practice facilities
22
4.2 %
Meeting rooms
6
1.1 %
Multi-use paths
11
2.1 %
Natural areas/preserves
26
5.0 %
Off-leash dog parks
14
2.7 %
Off-road vehicle trails
8
1.5 %
Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip lines, climbing
walls)
26
5.0 %
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
6
1.1 %
Paved multi-use paths
14
2.7 %
Pickleball courts
9
1.7 %
Picnic areas
10
1.9 %
Playground areas
14
2.7 %
Public art (sculptures, murals)
8
1.5 %
Recreation/community center
17
3.2 %
Senior center
14
2.7 %
Skateboard parks
3
0.6 %
Soccer/football fields
6
1.1 %
Splash pads/spray parks
29
5.5 %
Tennis courts
4
0.8 %
Unpaved trails
16
3.1 %
Volleyball courts
1
0.2 %
None chosen
80
15.3 %
Total
524
100.0 %
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Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
Q11. 4th choice
Number
Percent
Amphitheater space
12
2.3 %
Aquatic/pool facilities
17
3.2 %
Baseball/softball fields
1
0.2 %
Basketball courts
10
1.9 %
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
7
1.3 %
Cultural centers for visual & performing arts
20
3.8 %
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
13
2.5 %
Disc golf course
6
1.1 %
Environmental education/nature center
9
1.7 %
eSports gaming facilities
3
0.6 %
Fishing areas
14
2.7 %
Fitness & exercise facilities
23
4.4 %
Golf courses
5
1.0 %
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or other indoor
sporting practice facilities
18
3.4 %
Multi-use paths
15
2.9 %
Natural areas/preserves
18
3.4 %
Off-leash dog parks
13
2.5 %
Off-road vehicle trails
8
1.5 %
Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip lines, climbing
walls)
32
6.1 %
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
7
1.3 %
Paved multi-use paths
22
4.2 %
Pickleball courts
8
1.5 %
Picnic areas
7
1.3 %
Playground areas
21
4.0 %
Public art (sculptures, murals)
10
1.9 %
Recreation/community center
20
3.8 %
Senior center
19
3.6 %
Skateboard parks
1
0.2 %
Soccer/football fields
9
1.7 %
Splash pads/spray parks
20
3.8 %
Tennis courts
4
0.8 %
Unpaved trails
16
3.1 %
Volleyball courts
10
1.9 %
None chosen
106
20.2 %
Total
524
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Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household? (top 4)
Q11. Top choice
Number
Percent
Amphitheater space
70
13.4 %
Aquatic/pool facilities
208
39.7 %
Baseball/softball fields
41
7.8 %
Basketball courts
33
6.3 %
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
43
8.2 %
Cultural centers for visual & performing arts
103
19.7 %
Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
48
9.2 %
Disc golf course
18
3.4 %
Environmental education/nature center
40
7.6 %
eSports gaming facilities
15
2.9 %
Fishing areas
83
15.8 %
Fitness & exercise facilities
143
27.3 %
Golf courses
27
5.2 %
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or other indoor
sporting practice facilities
79
15.1 %
Meeting rooms
11
2.1 %
Multi-use paths
55
10.5 %
Natural areas/preserves
72
13.7 %
Off-leash dog parks
57
10.9 %
Off-road vehicle trails
38
7.3 %
Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip lines, climbing
walls)
75
14.3 %
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
19
3.6 %
Paved multi-use paths
54
10.3 %
Pickleball courts
50
9.5 %
Picnic areas
29
5.5 %
Playground areas
65
12.4 %
Public art (sculptures, murals)
23
4.4 %
Recreation/community center
55
10.5 %
Senior center
53
10.1 %
Skateboard parks
7
1.3 %
Soccer/football fields
28
5.3 %
Splash pads/spray parks
82
15.6 %
Tennis courts
19
3.6 %
Unpaved trails
52
9.9 %
Volleyball courts
16
3.1 %
None chosen
40
7.6 %
Total
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
(N=524)
Fully met
Mostly met
Partly met
Not met
No need
Q12-1. Adaptive recreation programs for
those with disabilities/special needs
5.9%
5.5%
9.7%
11.6%
67.2%
Q12-2. Adult sports
6.5%
10.3%
18.9%
18.3%
46.0%
Q12-3. Art programs (painting, drawing,
ceramics, etc.)
6.7%
9.5%
18.7%
27.1%
38.0%
Q12-4. Art performances (band, choir,
dance, festivals, orchestra, exhibitions)
5.5%
7.6%
15.5%
31.9%
39.5%
Q12-5. Before or after school care
programs
7.1%
8.2%
11.1%
11.6%
62.0%
progra
Q12-6. Dog park programs
7.4%
11.3%
16.8%
15.1%
49.4%
Q12-7. Educational classes/lectures
5.0%
8.6%
21.9%
22.1%
42.4%
Q12-8. eSports programs/leagues/
tournaments
3.2%
5.3%
7.8%
13.9%
69.7%
Q12-9. Extreme sports (rope climbing,
rock climbing)
3.6%
3.2%
6.3%
29.6%
57.3%
Q12-10. Family programming (activities
targeted for multi-generational
participation)
3.8%
7.8%
15.3%
29.6%
43.5%
Q12-11. Fitness programs (boot camp,
yoga, walking, hiking)
7.1%
12.2%
23.1%
24.0%
33.6%
Q12-12. Hobby/interest classes (cooking,
dance, gymnastics, karate, gardening,
crafts, skills)
6.7%
12.0%
21.6%
30.9%
28.8%
Q12-13. Swim lessons/aquatic safety
education
10.3%
14.9%
16.8%
15.5%
42.6%
Q12-14. Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.
e., programming brought directly to
neighborhoods)
3.8%
5.3%
10.5%
36.3%
44.1%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
Fully met
Mostly met
Partly met
Not met
No need
Q12-15. Nature programs/environmental
education
4.4%
7.4%
19.7%
26.5%
42.0%
Q12-16. Older adult/senior social
programs
6.7%
8.2%
17.7%
16.8%
50.6%
Q12-17. Out of school programs (break
camps, summer recreation, etc.)
5.7%
8.0%
14.1%
14.3%
57.8%
Q12-18. Preschool programs
4.8%
6.7%
12.2%
9.9%
66.4%
Q12-19. Science/technology programs
(kids outdoor science programs/computer
classes, etc.)
4.6%
6.1%
13.5%
18.9%
56.9%
Q12-20. Special events/festivals
8.2%
14.7%
25.8%
24.8%
26.5%
Q12-21. Teen programs
4.8%
5.5%
11.8%
17.2%
60.7%
Q12-22. Volunteer opportunities
6.9%
9.2%
15.6%
22.7%
45.6%
Q12-23. Water fitness programs
8.2%
8.2%
15.8%
25.4%
42.4%
Q12-24. Youth sports programs
(basketball/softball/soccer/swim, etc.)
9.2%
12.4%
13.5%
12.2%
52.7%
Q12-25. Other
0.4%
0.2%
0.2%
2.3%
96.9%
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WITHOUT “NO NEED”
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
(N=524)
Fully met
Mostly met
Partly met
Not met
Q12-1. Adaptive recreation programs for
those with disabilities/special needs
18.0%
16.9%
29.7%
35.5%
Q12-2. Adult sports
12.0%
19.1%
35.0%
33.9%
Q12-3. Art programs (painting, drawing,
ceramics, etc.)
10.8%
15.4%
30.2%
43.7%
Q12-4. Art performances (band, choir,
dance, festivals, orchestra, exhibitions)
9.1%
12.6%
25.6%
52.7%
Q12-5. Before or after school care
programs
18.6%
21.6%
29.1%
30.7%
Q12-6. Dog park programs
14.7%
22.3%
33.2%
29.8%
Q12-7. Educational classes/lectures
8.6%
14.9%
38.1%
38.4%
Q12-8. eSports programs/leagues/
tournaments
10.7%
17.6%
25.8%
45.9%
Q12-9. Extreme sports (rope climbing,
rock climbing)
8.5%
7.6%
14.7%
69.2%
Q12-10. Family programming (activities
targeted for multi-generational
participation)
6.8%
13.9%
27.0%
52.4%
Q12-11. Fitness programs (boot camp,
yoga, walking, hiking)
10.6%
18.4%
34.8%
36.2%
Q12-12. Hobby/interest classes (cooking,
dance, gymnastics, karate, gardening,
crafts, skills)
9.4%
16.9%
30.3%
43.4%
Q12-13. Swim lessons/aquatic safety
education
17.9%
25.9%
29.2%
26.9%
Q12-14. Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.
e., programming brought directly to
neighborhoods)
6.8%
9.6%
18.8%
64.8%
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WITHOUT “NO NEED”
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
Fully met
Mostly met
Partly met
Not met
Q12-15. Nature programs/environmental
education
7.6%
12.8%
33.9%
45.7%
Q12-16. Older adult/senior social
programs
13.5%
16.6%
35.9%
34.0%
Q12-17. Out of school programs (break
camps, summer recreation, etc.)
13.6%
19.0%
33.5%
33.9%
Q12-18. Preschool programs
14.2%
19.9%
36.4%
29.5%
Q12-19. Science/technology programs
(kids outdoor science programs/computer
classes, etc.)
10.6%
14.2%
31.4%
43.8%
Q12-20. Special events/festivals
11.2%
20.0%
35.1%
33.8%
Q12-21. Teen programs
12.1%
14.1%
30.1%
43.7%
Q12-22. Volunteer opportunities
12.6%
16.8%
28.8%
41.8%
Q12-23. Water fitness programs
14.2%
14.2%
27.5%
44.0%
Q12-24. Youth sports programs
(basketball/softball/soccer/swim, etc.)
19.4%
26.2%
28.6%
25.8%
Q12-25. Other
12.5%
6.3%
6.3%
75.0%
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
Q13. Top choice
Number
Percent
Adaptive recreation programs for those with disabilities/
special needs
35
6.7 %
Adult sports
35
6.7 %
Art programs (painting, drawing, ceramics, etc.)
63
12.0 %
Art performances (band, choir, dance, festivals,
orchestra, exhibitions)
30
5.7 %
Before or after school care programs
25
4.8 %
Dog park programs
25
4.8 %
Educational classes/lectures
17
3.2 %
eSports programs/leagues/tournaments
4
0.8 %
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
11
2.1 %
Family programming (activities targeted for multi-
generational participation)
20
3.8 %
Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga, walking, hiking)
30
5.7 %
Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance, gymnastics,
karate, gardening, crafts, skills)
17
3.2 %
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
24
4.6 %
Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e., programming brought
directly to neighborhoods)
7
1.3 %
Nature programs/environmental education
9
1.7 %
Older adult/senior social programs
13
2.5 %
Out of school programs (break camps, summer
recreation, etc.)
2
0.4 %
Preschool programs
6
1.1 %
Science/technology programs (kids outdoor science
programs/computer classes, etc.)
3
0.6 %
Special events/festivals
22
4.2 %
Teen programs
8
1.5 %
Volunteer opportunities
4
0.8 %
Water fitness programs
5
1.0 %
Youth sports programs (basketball/softball/soccer/swim,
etc.)
23
4.4 %
None chosen
86
16.4 %
Total
524
100.0 %
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
Q13. 2nd choice
Number
Percent
Adaptive recreation programs for those with disabilities/
special needs
5
1.0 %
Adult sports
17
3.2 %
Art programs (painting, drawing, ceramics, etc.)
30
5.7 %
Art performances (band, choir, dance, festivals,
orchestra, exhibitions)
38
7.3 %
Before or after school care programs
16
3.1 %
Dog park programs
29
5.5 %
Educational classes/lectures
32
6.1 %
eSports programs/leagues/tournaments
3
0.6 %
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
13
2.5 %
Family programming (activities targeted for multi-
generational participation)
33
6.3 %
Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga, walking, hiking)
31
5.9 %
Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance, gymnastics,
karate, gardening, crafts, skills)
36
6.9 %
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
22
4.2 %
Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e., programming brought
directly to neighborhoods)
12
2.3 %
Nature programs/environmental education
15
2.9 %
Older adult/senior social programs
11
2.1 %
Out of school programs (break camps, summer
recreation, etc.)
10
1.9 %
Preschool programs
2
0.4 %
Science/technology programs (kids outdoor science
programs/computer classes, etc.)
6
1.1 %
Special events/festivals
19
3.6 %
Teen programs
10
1.9 %
Volunteer opportunities
8
1.5 %
Water fitness programs
10
1.9 %
Youth sports programs (basketball/softball/soccer/swim,
etc.)
12
2.3 %
None chosen
104
19.8 %
Total
524
100.0 %
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
Q13. 3rd choice
Number
Percent
Adaptive recreation programs for those with disabilities/
special needs
7
1.3 %
Adult sports
5
1.0 %
Art programs (painting, drawing, ceramics, etc.)
17
3.2 %
Art performances (band, choir, dance, festivals,
orchestra, exhibitions)
27
5.2 %
Before or after school care programs
11
2.1 %
Dog park programs
6
1.1 %
Educational classes/lectures
14
2.7 %
eSports programs/leagues/tournaments
5
1.0 %
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
13
2.5 %
Family programming (activities targeted for multi-
generational participation)
26
5.0 %
Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga, walking, hiking)
47
9.0 %
Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance, gymnastics,
karate, gardening, crafts, skills)
56
10.7 %
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
22
4.2 %
Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e., programming brought
directly to neighborhoods)
13
2.5 %
Nature programs/environmental education
11
2.1 %
Older adult/senior social programs
17
3.2 %
Out of school programs (break camps, summer
recreation, etc.)
17
3.2 %
Preschool programs
4
0.8 %
Science/technology programs (kids outdoor science
programs/computer classes, etc.)
11
2.1 %
Special events/festivals
31
5.9 %
Teen programs
8
1.5 %
Volunteer opportunities
11
2.1 %
Water fitness programs
15
2.9 %
Youth sports programs (basketball/softball/soccer/swim,
etc.)
13
2.5 %
None chosen
117
22.3 %
Total
524
100.0 %
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
Q13. 4th choice
Number
Percent
Adaptive recreation programs for those with disabilities/
special needs
5
1.0 %
Adult sports
9
1.7 %
Art programs (painting, drawing, ceramics, etc.)
8
1.5 %
Art performances (band, choir, dance, festivals,
orchestra, exhibitions)
16
3.1 %
Before or after school care programs
3
0.6 %
Dog park programs
7
1.3 %
Educational classes/lectures
19
3.6 %
eSports programs/leagues/tournaments
7
1.3 %
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
12
2.3 %
Family programming (activities targeted for multi-
generational participation)
19
3.6 %
Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga, walking, hiking)
21
4.0 %
Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance, gymnastics,
karate, gardening, crafts, skills)
40
7.6 %
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
14
2.7 %
Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e., programming brought
directly to neighborhoods)
13
2.5 %
Nature programs/environmental education
17
3.2 %
Older adult/senior social programs
19
3.6 %
Out of school programs (break camps, summer
recreation, etc.)
9
1.7 %
Preschool programs
7
1.3 %
Science/technology programs (kids outdoor science
programs/computer classes, etc.)
9
1.7 %
Special events/festivals
43
8.2 %
Teen programs
11
2.1 %
Volunteer opportunities
22
4.2 %
Water fitness programs
21
4.0 %
Youth sports programs (basketball/softball/soccer/swim,
etc.)
20
3.8 %
None chosen
153
29.2 %
Total
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household? (top 4)
Q13. Top choice
Number
Percent
Adaptive recreation programs for those with disabilities/
special needs
52
9.9 %
Adult sports
66
12.6 %
Art programs (painting, drawing, ceramics, etc.)
118
22.5 %
Art performances (band, choir, dance, festivals,
orchestra, exhibitions)
111
21.2 %
Before or after school care programs
55
10.5 %
Dog park programs
67
12.8 %
Educational classes/lectures
82
15.6 %
eSports programs/leagues/tournaments
19
3.6 %
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
49
9.4 %
Family programming (activities targeted for multi-
generational participation)
98
18.7 %
Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga, walking, hiking)
129
24.6 %
Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance, gymnastics,
karate, gardening, crafts, skills)
149
28.4 %
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
82
15.6 %
Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e., programming brought
directly to neighborhoods)
45
8.6 %
Nature programs/environmental education
52
9.9 %
Older adult/senior social programs
60
11.5 %
Out of school programs (break camps, summer
recreation, etc.)
38
7.3 %
Preschool programs
19
3.6 %
Science/technology programs (kids outdoor science
programs/computer classes, etc.)
29
5.5 %
Special events/festivals
115
21.9 %
Teen programs
37
7.1 %
Volunteer opportunities
45
8.6 %
Water fitness programs
51
9.7 %
Youth sports programs (basketball/softball/soccer/swim,
etc.)
68
13.0 %
None chosen
86
16.4 %
Total
1722
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Q14. Do you live in a neighborhood managed by a homeowner's association (HOA)?
Q14. Do you live in a neighborhood managed by a
homeowner's association
Number
Percent
Yes
422
80.5 %
No
96
18.3 %
Not provided
6
1.1 %
Total
524
100.0 %
WITHOUT “NOT PROVIDED”
Q14. Do you live in a neighborhood managed by a homeowner's association (HOA)? (without "not
provided")
Q14. Do you live in a neighborhood managed by a
homeowner's association
Number
Percent
Yes
422
81.5 %
No
96
18.5 %
Total
518
100.0 %
Q14a. Do you or members of your household use any facilities/amenities or participate in any programs
offered by your HOA?
Q14a. Do you use any facilities/amenities or
participate in any programs offered by your HOA
Number
Percent
Yes
211
50.0 %
No
202
47.9 %
Not provided
9
2.1 %
Total
422
100.0 %
WITHOUT “NOT PROVIDED”
Q14a. Do you or members of your household use any facilities/amenities or participate in any programs
offered by your HOA? (without "not provided")
Q14a. Do you use any facilities/amenities or
participate in any programs offered by your HOA
Number
Percent
Yes
211
51.1 %
No
202
48.9 %
Total
413
100.0 %
Q14b. How would you rate the overall quality of the parks and/or recreation amenities and programs
offered by your HOA?
Q14b. How would you rate overall quality of parks
and/or recreation amenities & programs
Number
Percent
Excellent
49
23.2 %
Good
84
39.8 %
Fair
54
25.6 %
Poor
22
10.4 %
Not provided
2
0.9 %
Total
211
100.0 %
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Q14b. How would you rate the overall quality of the parks and/or recreation amenities and programs
offered by your HOA? (without "not provided")
Q14b. How would you rate overall quality of parks
and/or recreation amenities & programs
Number
Percent
Excellent
49
23.4 %
Good
84
40.2 %
Fair
54
25.8 %
Poor
22
10.5 %
Total
209
100.0 %
Q14c. Overall, how well are your household's needs for parks and recreation amenities and programs being
met by your HOA?
Q14c. How well are your household's needs for
parks & recreation amenities & program
Number
Percent
Fully met
25
11.8 %
Mostly met
78
37.0 %
Partly met
71
33.6 %
Not met
35
16.6 %
Not provided
2
0.9 %
Total
211
100.0 %
WITHOUT “NOT PROVIDED”
Q14c. Overall, how well are your household's needs for parks and recreation amenities and programs being
met by your HOA? (without "not provided")
Q14c. How well are your household's needs for
parks & recreation amenities & program
Number
Percent
Fully met
25
12.0 %
Mostly met
78
37.3 %
Partly met
71
34.0 %
Not met
35
16.7 %
Total
209
100.0 %
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Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its parks and recreation
system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
(N=524)
Somewhat
Very supportive
supportive
Not sure
Not supportive
Q15-1. Add dog parks or off-leash areas
to existing or new parks
31.3%
30.7%
23.9%
14.1%
Q15-2. Build additional sports courts
(basketball, tennis, pickleball, volleyball,
mini-pitch soccer)
47.5%
25.8%
20.8%
5.9%
Q15-3. Construct new aquatic facilities
61.8%
17.6%
17.0%
3.6%
Q15-4. Construct signature & themed
playground structures to new or existing
parks
45.0%
23.5%
24.4%
7.1%
Q15-5. Develop more sports field
complexes (baseball, football, soccer,
softball)
37.2%
27.3%
27.9%
7.6%
Q15-6. Expand inclusion services or
accessibility to programs for those with
disabilities
46.9%
22.9%
26.9%
3.2%
Q15-7. Identify & acquire land to develop
more City parks throughout Buckeye
60.3%
20.0%
15.8%
3.8%
Q15-8. Improve existing aquatic facility
52.9%
19.8%
23.7%
3.6%
Q15-9. Increase sports programs &
services
43.1%
26.9%
26.3%
3.6%
Q15-10. Increase variety & number of
recreation programming opportunities
49.0%
28.1%
21.0%
1.9%
Q15-11. Install public art (sculptures,
murals) at City parks & facilities
38.0%
24.8%
23.5%
13.7%
Q15-12. Invest in updating & improving
existing City parks
53.2%
27.7%
16.4%
2.7%
Q15-13. Develop new indoor recreation
facilities
63.9%
19.7%
14.7%
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system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
Somewhat
Very supportive
supportive
Not sure
Not supportive
Q15-14. Develop new multi-use paths or
trails
51.9%
27.1%
17.4%
3.6%
Q15-15. Preserve open space & high-
value natural resources such as
mountains, rivers, etc.
73.1%
14.1%
10.9%
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Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
Q16. Top choice
Number
Percent
Add dog parks or off-leash areas to existing or new parks
43
8.2 %
Build additional sports courts (basketball, tennis,
pickleball, volleyball, mini-pitch soccer)
65
12.4 %
Construct new aquatic facilities
118
22.5 %
Construct signature & themed playground structures to
new or existing parks
24
4.6 %
Develop more sports field complexes (baseball, football,
soccer, softball)
13
2.5 %
Expand inclusion services or accessibility to programs for
those with disabilities
26
5.0 %
Identify & acquire land to develop more City parks
throughout Buckeye
31
5.9 %
Improve existing aquatic facility
10
1.9 %
Increase sports programs & services
3
0.6 %
Increase variety & number of recreation programming
opportunities
11
2.1 %
Install public art (sculptures, murals) at City parks &
facilities
4
0.8 %
Invest in updating & improving existing City parks
5
1.0 %
Develop new indoor recreation facilities
33
6.3 %
Develop new multi-use paths or trails
19
3.6 %
Preserve open space & high-value natural resources such
as mountains, rivers, etc.
77
14.7 %
None chosen
42
8.0 %
Total
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Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
Q16. 2nd choice
Number
Percent
Add dog parks or off-leash areas to existing or new parks
16
3.1 %
Build additional sports courts (basketball, tennis,
pickleball, volleyball, mini-pitch soccer)
46
8.8 %
Construct new aquatic facilities
51
9.7 %
Construct signature & themed playground structures to
new or existing parks
25
4.8 %
Develop more sports field complexes (baseball, football,
soccer, softball)
22
4.2 %
Expand inclusion services or accessibility to programs for
those with disabilities
19
3.6 %
Identify & acquire land to develop more City parks
throughout Buckeye
51
9.7 %
Improve existing aquatic facility
44
8.4 %
Increase sports programs & services
11
2.1 %
Increase variety & number of recreation programming
opportunities
19
3.6 %
Install public art (sculptures, murals) at City parks &
facilities
15
2.9 %
Invest in updating & improving existing City parks
19
3.6 %
Develop new indoor recreation facilities
47
9.0 %
Develop new multi-use paths or trails
36
6.9 %
Preserve open space & high-value natural resources such
as mountains, rivers, etc.
41
7.8 %
None chosen
62
11.8 %
Total
524
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Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
Q16. 3rd choice
Number
Percent
Add dog parks or off-leash areas to existing or new parks
26
5.0 %
Build additional sports courts (basketball, tennis,
pickleball, volleyball, mini-pitch soccer)
15
2.9 %
Construct new aquatic facilities
27
5.2 %
Construct signature & themed playground structures to
new or existing parks
23
4.4 %
Develop more sports field complexes (baseball, football,
soccer, softball)
20
3.8 %
Expand inclusion services or accessibility to programs for
those with disabilities
16
3.1 %
Identify & acquire land to develop more City parks
throughout Buckeye
43
8.2 %
Improve existing aquatic facility
26
5.0 %
Increase sports programs & services
25
4.8 %
Increase variety & number of recreation programming
opportunities
30
5.7 %
Install public art (sculptures, murals) at City parks &
facilities
24
4.6 %
Invest in updating & improving existing City parks
24
4.6 %
Develop new indoor recreation facilities
79
15.1 %
Develop new multi-use paths or trails
22
4.2 %
Preserve open space & high-value natural resources such
as mountains, rivers, etc.
44
8.4 %
None chosen
80
15.3 %
Total
524
100.0 %
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Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
(top 3)
Q16. Top choice
Number
Percent
Add dog parks or off-leash areas to existing or new parks
85
16.2 %
Build additional sports courts (basketball, tennis,
pickleball, volleyball, mini-pitch soccer)
126
24.0 %
Construct new aquatic facilities
196
37.4 %
Construct signature & themed playground structures to
new or existing parks
72
13.7 %
Develop more sports field complexes (baseball, football,
soccer, softball)
55
10.5 %
Expand inclusion services or accessibility to programs for
those with disabilities
61
11.6 %
Identify & acquire land to develop more City parks
throughout Buckeye
125
23.9 %
Improve existing aquatic facility
80
15.3 %
Increase sports programs & services
39
7.4 %
Increase variety & number of recreation programming
opportunities
60
11.5 %
Install public art (sculptures, murals) at City parks &
facilities
43
8.2 %
Invest in updating & improving existing City parks
48
9.2 %
Develop new indoor recreation facilities
159
30.3 %
Develop new multi-use paths or trails
77
14.7 %
Preserve open space & high-value natural resources such
as mountains, rivers, etc.
162
30.9 %
None chosen
42
8.0 %
Total
1430
Q17. Please rate your level of support for dedicated funding options that enable the preservation of open
spaces and development of parks, trails, and recreation facilities in Buckeye. This could include revenue
bonds, a dedicated sales tax initiative similar to Scottsdale, or other agreeable options.
Q17. Your level of support for dedicated funding
options that enable preservation of open spaces &
development of parks, trails, & recreation facilities
Number
Percent
Very supportive
210
40.1 %
Somewhat supportive
173
33.0 %
Not sure
115
21.9 %
Not supportive
26
5.0 %
Total
524
100.0 %
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Q18. What is your age?
Q18. Your age
Number
Percent
18-34
100
19.1 %
35-44
106
20.2 %
45-54
91
17.4 %
55-64
115
21.9 %
65+
111
21.2 %
Not provided
1
0.2 %
Total
524
100.0 %
WITHOUT “NOT PROVIDED”
Q18. What is your age? (without "not provided")
Q18. Your age
Number
Percent
18-34
100
19.1 %
35-44
106
20.3 %
45-54
91
17.4 %
55-64
115
22.0 %
65+
111
21.2 %
Total
523
100.0 %
Q19. Your gender:
Q19. Your gender
Number
Percent
Male
256
48.9 %
Female
264
50.4 %
I identify another way
1
0.2 %
Not provided
3
0.6 %
Total
524
100.0 %
WITHOUT “NOT PROVIDED”
Q19. Your gender: (without "not provided")
Q19. Your gender
Number
Percent
Male
256
49.1 %
Female
264
50.7 %
I identify another way
1
0.2 %
Total
521
100.0 %
Q19-3. Self-describe your gender:
Q19-3. Self-identify your gender
Number
Percent
Non-Binary
1
100.0 %
Total
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Q20. How many years have you lived in the City of Buckeye?
Q20. How many years have you lived in City of
Buckeye
Number
Percent
0-5
197
37.6 %
6-10
131
25.0 %
11-15
78
14.9 %
16-20
51
9.7 %
21-30
29
5.5 %
31+
25
4.8 %
Not provided
13
2.5 %
Total
524
100.0 %
WITHOUT “NOT PROVIDED”
Q20. How many years have you lived in the City of Buckeye? (without "not provided")
Q20. How many years have you lived in City of
Buckeye
Number
Percent
0-5
197
38.6 %
6-10
131
25.6 %
11-15
78
15.3 %
16-20
51
10.0 %
21-30
29
5.7 %
31+
25
4.9 %
Total
511
100.0 %
Q21. Which of the following best describes your race/ethnicity?
Q21. Your race/ethnicity
Number
Percent
Asian or Asian Indian
11
2.1 %
Black or African American
33
6.3 %
American Indian or Alaska Native
10
1.9 %
White or Caucasian
340
64.9 %
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
1
0.2 %
Hispanic, Spanish, or Latino/a/x
228
43.5 %
Other
8
1.5 %
Total
631
Q21-7. Self-describe your race/ethnicity:
Q21-7. Self-describe your race/ethnicity
Number
Percent
Bi-racial Mexican and African American
1
20.0 %
Hispana
1
20.0 %
Mixed Black & White
1
20.0 %
Caucasian/Hispanic
1
20.0 %
Mixed
1
20.0 %
Total
5
100.0 %
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Q22. Would you say your total annual household income is...
Q22. Your total annual household income
Number
Percent
Under $30K
29
5.5 %
$30K to $49,999
58
11.1 %
$50K to $69,999
84
16.0 %
$70K to $89,999
82
15.6 %
$90K to $119,999
84
16.0 %
$120K to $174,999
81
15.5 %
$175K+
44
8.4 %
Not provided
62
11.8 %
Total
524
100.0 %
WITHOUT “NOT PROVIDED”
Q22. Would you say your total annual household income is... (without "not provided")
Q22. Your total annual household income
Number
Percent
Under $30K
29
6.3 %
$30K to $49,999
58
12.6 %
$50K to $69,999
84
18.2 %
$70K to $89,999
82
17.7 %
$90K to $119,999
84
18.2 %
$120K to $174,999
81
17.5 %
$175K+
44
9.5 %
Total
462
100.0 %
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Q2. Have you or other members of your household visited any parks or recreation facilities offered by the
City of Buckeye during the past 12 months such as Sundance Park, Earl Edgar Park, Town Park, Dr. Saide
Recreation Center, Sundance Recreation Center, Senior Center, etc?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q2. Have visited any parks or recreation facilities offered by City during past 12 months
Yes
54.7%
94.6%
87.1%
53.8%
No
45.3%
5.4%
12.9%
46.2%
Q2a. How would you rate the overall quality of the City parks and recreation facilities that you or members
of your household have visited during the past 12 months?
N=403
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q2a. How would you rate overall quality of City parks & recreation facilities you have visited
Excellent
29.3%
34.3%
33.5%
25.0%
Good
46.3%
47.1%
49.6%
55.4%
Fair
22.0%
15.7%
15.3%
17.9%
Poor
0.0%
2.9%
1.3%
0.0%
Not provided
2.4%
0.0%
0.4%
1.8%
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Q2a. How would you rate the overall quality of the City parks and recreation facilities that you or members
of your household have visited during the past 12 months? (without "not provided")
N=403
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q2a. How would you rate overall quality of City parks & recreation facilities you have visited
Excellent
30.0%
34.3%
33.6%
25.5%
Good
47.5%
47.1%
49.8%
56.4%
Fair
22.5%
15.7%
15.3%
18.2%
Poor
0.0%
2.9%
1.3%
0.0%
Q2b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT VISITED or do not visit City parks and recreation
facilities offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN.
N=121
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q2b. Reasons why you have not visited or do not visit City parks & recreation facilities more often
Use HOA parks & facilities in my
neighborhood
73.5%
0.0%
14.3%
66.7%
Use other City, County or State parks &
facilities
23.5%
25.0%
11.4%
14.6%
Too far from home
76.5%
50.0%
14.3%
27.1%
Not aware of park or facility locations
14.7%
0.0%
28.6%
35.4%
Parks/facilities are outdated/not well
maintained
2.9%
0.0%
2.9%
6.3%
Lack of features we want to use
0.0%
0.0%
25.7%
12.5%
I am too busy
2.9%
25.0%
20.0%
8.3%
Do not feel safe using parks/facilities
8.8%
50.0%
2.9%
4.2%
Lack of ADA accessibility
0.0%
0.0%
2.9%
2.1%
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facilities offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN.
N=121
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q2b. Reasons why you have not visited or do not visit City parks & recreation facilities more often (Cont.)
Do not feel welcomed/accommodated
2.9%
0.0%
8.6%
0.0%
Lack of transportation
2.9%
25.0%
2.9%
0.0%
Lack of restrooms
2.9%
0.0%
0.0%
2.1%
Language/cultural barriers/age barriers
2.9%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
Other
2.9%
25.0%
17.1%
4.2%
None. We visit them frequently
2.9%
0.0%
8.6%
6.3%
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facilities offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN. (without "none")
N=114
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q2b. Reasons why you have not visited or do not visit City parks & recreation facilities more often
Use HOA parks & facilities in my
neighborhood
75.8%
0.0%
15.6%
71.1%
Use other City, County or State parks &
facilities
24.2%
25.0%
12.5%
15.6%
Too far from home
78.8%
50.0%
15.6%
28.9%
Not aware of park or facility locations
15.2%
0.0%
31.3%
37.8%
Parks/facilities are outdated/not well
maintained
3.0%
0.0%
3.1%
6.7%
Lack of features we want to use
0.0%
0.0%
28.1%
13.3%
I am too busy
3.0%
25.0%
21.9%
8.9%
Do not feel safe using parks/facilities
9.1%
50.0%
3.1%
4.4%
Lack of ADA accessibility
0.0%
0.0%
3.1%
2.2%
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WITHOUT NONE
Q2b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT VISITED or do not visit City parks and recreation
facilities offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN. (without "none")
N=114
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q2b. Reasons why you have not visited or do not visit City parks & recreation facilities more often (Cont.)
Do not feel welcomed/accommodated
3.0%
0.0%
9.4%
0.0%
Lack of transportation
3.0%
25.0%
3.1%
0.0%
Lack of restrooms
3.0%
0.0%
0.0%
2.2%
Language/cultural barriers/age barriers
3.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
Other
3.0%
25.0%
18.8%
4.4%
Q3. Do you live within a 10-minute walk from a park?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q3. Do you live within a 10-minute walk from a park
Yes
45.3%
50.0%
30.3%
47.1%
No
54.7%
50.0%
69.7%
52.9%
Q3a. Have you used the park in the past 12 months?
N=202
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q3a. Have you used the park in past 12 months
Yes
82.4%
86.5%
85.4%
87.8%
No
11.8%
13.5%
13.4%
12.2%
Not provided
5.9%
0.0%
1.2%
0.0%
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WITHOUT NOT PROVIDED
Q3a. Have you used the park in the past 12 months? (without "not provided")
N=202
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q3a. Have you used the park in past 12 months
Yes
87.5%
86.5%
86.4%
87.8%
No
12.5%
13.5%
13.6%
12.2%
Q4. Have you or other members of your household participated in any recreation programs/activities
offered by the City of Buckeye during the past 12 months?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q4. Have you participated in any recreation programs/activities offered by City during past 12 months
Yes
28.0%
43.2%
39.1%
20.2%
No
72.0%
56.8%
60.9%
79.8%
Q4a. How would you rate the overall quality of programs/activities that you or members of your household
have participated in during the past 12 months?
N=180
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q4a. How would you rate overall quality of programs/activities you have participated in
Excellent
38.1%
25.0%
24.5%
14.3%
Good
33.3%
56.3%
54.7%
66.7%
Fair
23.8%
15.6%
18.9%
14.3%
Poor
4.8%
3.1%
1.9%
0.0%
Not provided
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
4.8%
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WITHOUT NOT PROVIDED
Q4a. How would you rate the overall quality of programs/activities that you or members of your household
have participated in during the past 12 months? (without "not provided")
N=180
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q4a. How would you rate overall quality of programs/activities you have participated in
Excellent
38.1%
25.0%
24.5%
15.0%
Good
33.3%
56.3%
54.7%
70.0%
Fair
23.8%
15.6%
18.9%
15.0%
Poor
4.8%
3.1%
1.9%
0.0%
Q4b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT PARTICIPATED in or DO NOT PARTICIPATE in
programs offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN.
N=344
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q4b. Reasons why you have not participated in or no not participated in programs more often
Classes/programs/events are full
1.9%
9.5%
8.5%
3.6%
Facilities are not well maintained
0.0%
0.0%
1.2%
0.0%
Facilities are too far from my home
64.8%
9.5%
8.5%
28.9%
Fees are too high
7.4%
16.7%
11.5%
4.8%
I do not feel safe
5.6%
0.0%
1.8%
3.6%
I do not feel welcome
0.0%
7.1%
2.4%
0.0%
I do not know the locations
13.0%
23.8%
15.8%
27.7%
I do not know what is offered
16.7%
31.0%
25.5%
33.7%
I use services of other agencies
9.3%
0.0%
1.2%
4.8%
Lack of parking
0.0%
0.0%
2.4%
0.0%
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programs offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN.
N=344
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q4b. Reasons why you have not participated in or no not participated in programs more often (Cont.)
Lack of quality programming
1.9%
4.8%
7.3%
3.6%
Lack of transportation
7.4%
4.8%
4.8%
1.2%
Language/cultural/age barriers
0.0%
4.8%
4.2%
0.0%
No safe walking/biking routes
1.9%
7.1%
3.0%
0.0%
Not interested
7.4%
11.9%
10.3%
15.7%
Offerings do not meet my interests
9.3%
16.7%
16.4%
18.1%
Use private sports clubs/leagues
5.6%
0.0%
7.9%
12.0%
Registration process is difficult
0.0%
4.8%
6.7%
3.6%
Times of offerings are inconvenient
5.6%
14.3%
16.4%
9.6%
Q4b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT PARTICIPATED in or DO NOT PARTICIPATE in
programs offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN.
N=344
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q4b. Reasons why you have not participated in or no not participated in programs more often (Cont.)
Too busy
16.7%
31.0%
17.0%
12.0%
Other
3.7%
4.8%
7.3%
7.2%
None. There are no barriers
9.3%
11.9%
18.2%
8.4%
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WITHOUT NONE
Q4b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT PARTICIPATED in or DO NOT PARTICIPATE in
programs offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN. (without "none")
N=297
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q4b. Reasons why you have not participated in or no not participated in programs more often
Classes/programs/events are full
2.0%
10.8%
10.4%
3.9%
Facilities are not well maintained
0.0%
0.0%
1.5%
0.0%
Facilities are too far from my home
71.4%
10.8%
10.4%
31.6%
Fees are too high
8.2%
18.9%
14.1%
5.3%
I do not feel safe
6.1%
0.0%
2.2%
3.9%
I do not feel welcome
0.0%
8.1%
3.0%
0.0%
I do not know the locations
14.3%
27.0%
19.3%
30.3%
I do not know what is offered
18.4%
35.1%
31.1%
36.8%
I use services of other agencies
10.2%
0.0%
1.5%
5.3%
Lack of parking
0.0%
0.0%
3.0%
0.0%
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Q4b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT PARTICIPATED in or DO NOT PARTICIPATE in
programs offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN. (without "none")
N=297
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q4b. Reasons why you have not participated in or no not participated in programs more often (Cont.)
Lack of quality programming
2.0%
5.4%
8.9%
3.9%
Lack of transportation
8.2%
5.4%
5.9%
1.3%
Language/cultural/age barriers
0.0%
5.4%
5.2%
0.0%
No safe walking/biking routes
2.0%
8.1%
3.7%
0.0%
Not interested
8.2%
13.5%
12.6%
17.1%
Offerings do not meet my interests
10.2%
18.9%
20.0%
19.7%
Use private sports clubs/leagues
6.1%
0.0%
9.6%
13.2%
Registration process is difficult
0.0%
5.4%
8.1%
3.9%
Times of offerings are inconvenient
6.1%
16.2%
20.0%
10.5%
WITHOUT NONE
Q4b. Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT PARTICIPATED in or DO NOT PARTICIPATE in
programs offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN. (without "none")
N=297
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q4b. Reasons why you have not participated in or no not participated in programs more often (Cont.)
Too busy
18.4%
35.1%
20.7%
13.2%
Other
4.1%
5.4%
8.9%
7.9%
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Q5. Please CHECK ALL of the organizations you or members of your household use for recreation programs
and facilities.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q5. Organizations you use for recreation programs & facilities
City of Buckeye
40.0%
60.8%
64.2%
28.8%
Neighboring cities
26.7%
20.3%
28.4%
28.8%
Maricopa County
18.7%
10.8%
15.5%
12.5%
Homeowners associations (HOA)
64.0%
10.8%
21.4%
66.3%
Private sports clubs/leagues
10.7%
6.8%
13.7%
24.0%
Private fitness centers
17.3%
18.9%
24.4%
34.6%
Local schools/colleges/universities
8.0%
18.9%
16.2%
11.5%
Churches or other religious organizations
14.7%
24.3%
19.9%
18.3%
Other
2.7%
1.4%
0.7%
1.0%
None of these
10.7%
12.2%
11.8%
10.6%
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Q5. Please CHECK ALL of the organizations you or members of your household use for recreation programs
and facilities. (without "none of these")
N=464
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q5. Organizations you use for recreation programs & facilities
City of Buckeye
44.8%
69.2%
72.8%
32.3%
Neighboring cities
29.9%
23.1%
32.2%
32.3%
Maricopa County
20.9%
12.3%
17.6%
14.0%
Homeowners associations (HOA)
71.6%
12.3%
24.3%
74.2%
Private sports clubs/leagues
11.9%
7.7%
15.5%
26.9%
Private fitness centers
19.4%
21.5%
27.6%
38.7%
Local schools/colleges/universities
9.0%
21.5%
18.4%
12.9%
Churches or other religious organizations
16.4%
27.7%
22.6%
20.4%
Other
3.0%
1.5%
0.8%
1.1%
Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-1. Improve my (my household's) mental health & reduces stress
Strongly agree
17.3%
25.7%
26.2%
28.8%
Agree
25.3%
32.4%
34.7%
26.9%
Neutral
33.3%
24.3%
24.0%
26.0%
Disagree
2.7%
4.1%
2.6%
5.8%
Strongly disagree
4.0%
0.0%
2.2%
0.0%
Don't know
17.3%
13.5%
10.3%
12.5%
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Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-2. Improve my (my household's) physical health & fitness
Strongly agree
28.0%
25.7%
29.2%
30.8%
Agree
21.3%
47.3%
41.0%
31.7%
Neutral
28.0%
16.2%
18.5%
25.0%
Disagree
4.0%
2.7%
1.8%
2.9%
Strongly disagree
4.0%
2.7%
2.6%
1.0%
Don't know
14.7%
5.4%
7.0%
8.7%
Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-3. Increase my (my household's) property value
Strongly agree
26.7%
16.2%
19.2%
17.3%
Agree
22.7%
33.8%
28.8%
29.8%
Neutral
16.0%
18.9%
29.2%
33.7%
Disagree
8.0%
13.5%
3.7%
8.7%
Strongly disagree
10.7%
2.7%
3.7%
1.0%
Don't know
16.0%
14.9%
15.5%
9.6%
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Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-4. Improve my (my household's) overall quality of life
Strongly agree
29.3%
16.2%
18.1%
22.1%
Agree
22.7%
44.6%
43.9%
35.6%
Neutral
22.7%
25.7%
24.7%
26.0%
Disagree
5.3%
4.1%
4.8%
2.9%
Strongly disagree
6.7%
1.4%
1.8%
1.9%
Don't know
13.3%
8.1%
6.6%
11.5%
Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-5. Are age-friendly & accessible to all age groups
Strongly agree
24.0%
18.9%
22.9%
15.4%
Agree
25.3%
41.9%
42.1%
36.5%
Neutral
24.0%
20.3%
19.9%
25.0%
Disagree
4.0%
6.8%
5.9%
4.8%
Strongly disagree
4.0%
0.0%
2.2%
1.0%
Don't know
18.7%
12.2%
7.0%
17.3%
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Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-6. Make Buckeye a more desirable place to live
Strongly agree
40.0%
29.7%
32.5%
28.8%
Agree
26.7%
44.6%
37.6%
42.3%
Neutral
12.0%
13.5%
17.0%
16.3%
Disagree
4.0%
6.8%
3.7%
3.8%
Strongly disagree
5.3%
1.4%
1.8%
1.0%
Don't know
12.0%
4.1%
7.4%
7.7%
Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-7. Preserve open space & protect the environment
Strongly agree
37.3%
32.4%
28.4%
35.6%
Agree
25.3%
35.1%
40.6%
34.6%
Neutral
13.3%
10.8%
16.6%
19.2%
Disagree
1.3%
4.1%
4.4%
1.9%
Strongly disagree
4.0%
2.7%
1.8%
0.0%
Don't know
18.7%
14.9%
8.1%
8.7%
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Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-8. Provide positive social interactions for me (my household/family)
Strongly agree
32.0%
16.2%
20.3%
23.1%
Agree
21.3%
45.9%
42.8%
33.7%
Neutral
20.0%
27.0%
21.8%
23.1%
Disagree
4.0%
2.7%
4.4%
2.9%
Strongly disagree
2.7%
0.0%
1.8%
1.0%
Don't know
20.0%
8.1%
8.9%
16.3%
Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-9. Provide historic preservation of Buckeye's heritage
Strongly agree
30.7%
25.7%
17.0%
19.2%
Agree
21.3%
33.8%
29.9%
25.0%
Neutral
24.0%
18.9%
31.7%
25.0%
Disagree
1.3%
4.1%
6.3%
5.8%
Strongly disagree
2.7%
2.7%
1.8%
1.0%
Don't know
20.0%
14.9%
13.3%
24.0%
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Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-10. Other
Neutral
2.7%
2.7%
1.1%
0.0%
Strongly disagree
1.3%
0.0%
0.0%
1.0%
Don't know
96.0%
97.3%
98.9%
99.0%
WITHOUT DON’T KNOW
Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services. (without "don't know")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-1. Improve my (my household's) mental health & reduces stress
Strongly agree
21.0%
29.7%
29.2%
33.0%
Agree
30.6%
37.5%
38.7%
30.8%
Neutral
40.3%
28.1%
26.7%
29.7%
Disagree
3.2%
4.7%
2.9%
6.6%
Strongly disagree
4.8%
0.0%
2.5%
0.0%
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Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services. (without "don't know")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-2. Improve my (my household's) physical health & fitness
Strongly agree
32.8%
27.1%
31.3%
33.7%
Agree
25.0%
50.0%
44.0%
34.7%
Neutral
32.8%
17.1%
19.8%
27.4%
Disagree
4.7%
2.9%
2.0%
3.2%
Strongly disagree
4.7%
2.9%
2.8%
1.1%
WITHOUT DON’T KNOW
Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services. (without "don't know")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-3. Increase my (my household's) property value
Strongly agree
31.7%
19.0%
22.7%
19.1%
Agree
27.0%
39.7%
34.1%
33.0%
Neutral
19.0%
22.2%
34.5%
37.2%
Disagree
9.5%
15.9%
4.4%
9.6%
Strongly disagree
12.7%
3.2%
4.4%
1.1%
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WITHOUT DON’T KNOW
Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services. (without "don't know")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-4. Improve my (my household's) overall quality of life
Strongly agree
33.8%
17.6%
19.4%
25.0%
Agree
26.2%
48.5%
47.0%
40.2%
Neutral
26.2%
27.9%
26.5%
29.3%
Disagree
6.2%
4.4%
5.1%
3.3%
Strongly disagree
7.7%
1.5%
2.0%
2.2%
WITHOUT DON’T KNOW
Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services. (without "don't know")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-5. Are age-friendly & accessible to all age groups
Strongly agree
29.5%
21.5%
24.6%
18.6%
Agree
31.1%
47.7%
45.2%
44.2%
Neutral
29.5%
23.1%
21.4%
30.2%
Disagree
4.9%
7.7%
6.3%
5.8%
Strongly disagree
4.9%
0.0%
2.4%
1.2%
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Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services. (without "don't know")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-6. Make Buckeye a more desirable place to live
Strongly agree
45.5%
31.0%
35.1%
31.3%
Agree
30.3%
46.5%
40.6%
45.8%
Neutral
13.6%
14.1%
18.3%
17.7%
Disagree
4.5%
7.0%
4.0%
4.2%
Strongly disagree
6.1%
1.4%
2.0%
1.0%
WITHOUT DON’T KNOW
Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services. (without "don't know")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-7. Preserve open space & protect the environment
Strongly agree
45.9%
38.1%
30.9%
38.9%
Agree
31.1%
41.3%
44.2%
37.9%
Neutral
16.4%
12.7%
18.1%
21.1%
Disagree
1.6%
4.8%
4.8%
2.1%
Strongly disagree
4.9%
3.2%
2.0%
0.0%
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Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services. (without "don't know")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-8. Provide positive social interactions for me (my household/family)
Strongly agree
40.0%
17.6%
22.3%
27.6%
Agree
26.7%
50.0%
47.0%
40.2%
Neutral
25.0%
29.4%
23.9%
27.6%
Disagree
5.0%
2.9%
4.9%
3.4%
Strongly disagree
3.3%
0.0%
2.0%
1.1%
WITHOUT DON’T KNOW
Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services. (without "don't know")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-9. Provide historic preservation of Buckeye's heritage
Strongly agree
38.3%
30.2%
19.6%
25.3%
Agree
26.7%
39.7%
34.5%
32.9%
Neutral
30.0%
22.2%
36.6%
32.9%
Disagree
1.7%
4.8%
7.2%
7.6%
Strongly disagree
3.3%
3.2%
2.1%
1.3%
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Q6. Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits of
Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services. (without "don't know")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q6-10. Other
Neutral
66.7%
100.0%
100.0%
0.0%
Strongly disagree
33.3%
0.0%
0.0%
100.0%
Q7. Please rate your satisfaction using a scale of 5 to 1, where 5 means "Very Satisfied" and 1 means "Very
Dissatisfied," with the overall value your household receives from the City of Buckeye Community Services
Department.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q7. Your satisfaction with overall value your household receives from City Community Services Department
Very satisfied
22.7%
18.9%
22.1%
8.7%
Somewhat satisfied
14.7%
36.5%
32.1%
21.2%
Neutral
29.3%
20.3%
27.7%
32.7%
Somewhat dissatisfied
10.7%
5.4%
5.9%
11.5%
Very dissatisfied
9.3%
4.1%
3.7%
1.9%
Don't know
13.3%
14.9%
8.5%
24.0%
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Q7. Please rate your satisfaction using a scale of 5 to 1, where 5 means "Very Satisfied" and 1 means "Very
Dissatisfied," with the overall value your household receives from the City of Buckeye Community Services
Department. (without "don't know")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q7. Your satisfaction with overall value your household receives from City Community Services Department
Very satisfied
26.2%
22.2%
24.2%
11.4%
Somewhat satisfied
16.9%
42.9%
35.1%
27.8%
Neutral
33.8%
23.8%
30.2%
43.0%
Somewhat dissatisfied
12.3%
6.3%
6.5%
15.2%
Very dissatisfied
10.8%
4.8%
4.0%
2.5%
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Q8. How do you currently learn about recreation facilities, programs, and services that are offered by the
City of Buckeye?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q8. How do you currently learn about recreation facilities, programs, & services offered by City
Eye on Buckeye publication
74.7%
67.6%
73.4%
62.5%
City website
17.3%
29.7%
32.1%
22.1%
Email blasts/newsletters
20.0%
20.3%
23.2%
16.3%
Program fliers/registration forms
9.3%
16.2%
12.2%
9.6%
From friends & neighbors
14.7%
9.5%
18.8%
24.0%
Social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
26.7%
47.3%
41.7%
36.5%
Newspaper
2.7%
8.1%
3.3%
3.8%
Conversations with City staff
0.0%
4.1%
1.5%
1.0%
Television
1.3%
0.0%
1.1%
0.0%
Neighborhood/civic newsletters
2.7%
2.7%
5.5%
7.7%
Recreation center bulletin boards
1.3%
8.1%
5.9%
4.8%
Q8. How do you currently learn about recreation facilities, programs, and services that are offered by the
City of Buckeye?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q8. How do you currently learn about recreation facilities, programs, & services offered by City (Cont.)
Schools
4.0%
12.2%
7.7%
4.8%
Other
2.7%
1.4%
3.7%
3.8%
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Q9. Which TWO of the sources of information do you MOST PREFER to use to get information?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q9. Top choice
Eye on Buckeye publication
54.7%
44.6%
48.3%
41.3%
City website
4.0%
8.1%
6.3%
7.7%
Email blasts/newsletters
8.0%
6.8%
10.7%
13.5%
Program fliers/registration forms
2.7%
5.4%
3.0%
1.0%
From friends & neighbors
2.7%
2.7%
0.0%
1.9%
Social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
13.3%
27.0%
21.0%
26.9%
Newspaper
1.3%
1.4%
0.7%
0.0%
Television
0.0%
0.0%
1.1%
0.0%
Neighborhood/civic newsletters
0.0%
0.0%
0.7%
1.9%
Recreation center bulletin boards
0.0%
0.0%
0.7%
0.0%
Schools
1.3%
2.7%
1.8%
1.0%
Q9. Which TWO of the sources of information do you MOST PREFER to use to get information?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q9. Top choice (Cont.)
None chosen
12.0%
1.4%
5.5%
4.8%
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N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q9. 2nd choice
Eye on Buckeye publication
9.3%
10.8%
14.8%
17.3%
City website
18.7%
17.6%
12.9%
8.7%
Email blasts/newsletters
16.0%
17.6%
17.3%
21.2%
Program fliers/registration forms
8.0%
5.4%
3.3%
7.7%
From friends & neighbors
1.3%
2.7%
4.8%
7.7%
Social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
17.3%
23.0%
24.0%
16.3%
Newspaper
1.3%
0.0%
1.1%
0.0%
Conversations with City staff
0.0%
0.0%
0.7%
0.0%
Television
0.0%
1.4%
0.7%
0.0%
Neighborhood/civic newsletters
2.7%
4.1%
4.8%
4.8%
Recreation center bulletin boards
2.7%
2.7%
0.7%
0.0%
Q9. Which TWO of the sources of information do you MOST PREFER to use to get information?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q9. 2nd choice (Cont.)
Schools
1.3%
6.8%
1.8%
6.7%
None chosen
21.3%
8.1%
12.9%
9.6%
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Q9. Which TWO of the sources of information do you MOST PREFER to use to get information? (top 2)
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q9. Top choice
Eye on Buckeye publication
64.0%
55.4%
63.1%
58.7%
City website
22.7%
25.7%
19.2%
16.3%
Email blasts/newsletters
24.0%
24.3%
28.0%
34.6%
Program fliers/registration forms
10.7%
10.8%
6.3%
8.7%
From friends & neighbors
4.0%
5.4%
4.8%
9.6%
Social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
30.7%
50.0%
45.0%
43.3%
Newspaper
2.7%
1.4%
1.8%
0.0%
Conversations with City staff
0.0%
0.0%
0.7%
0.0%
Television
0.0%
1.4%
1.8%
0.0%
Neighborhood/civic newsletters
2.7%
4.1%
5.5%
6.7%
Recreation center bulletin boards
2.7%
2.7%
1.5%
0.0%
SUM OF TOP 2 CHOICES
Q9. Which TWO of the sources of information do you MOST PREFER to use to get information? (top 2)
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q9. Top choice (Cont.)
Schools
2.7%
9.5%
3.7%
7.7%
None chosen
12.0%
1.4%
5.5%
4.8%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-1. Amphitheater space
Fully met
10.7%
8.1%
4.4%
1.0%
Mostly met
2.7%
13.5%
10.0%
3.8%
Partly met
5.3%
5.4%
12.9%
4.8%
Not met
29.3%
24.3%
21.8%
28.8%
No need
52.0%
48.6%
50.9%
61.5%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-2. Aquatic/pool facilities
Fully met
10.7%
16.2%
12.5%
10.6%
Mostly met
8.0%
24.3%
14.4%
6.7%
Partly met
12.0%
21.6%
26.2%
20.2%
Not met
30.7%
13.5%
21.0%
18.3%
No need
38.7%
24.3%
25.8%
44.2%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-3. Baseball/softball fields
Fully met
22.7%
21.6%
18.1%
8.7%
Mostly met
10.7%
28.4%
22.5%
6.7%
Partly met
10.7%
13.5%
12.5%
15.4%
Not met
6.7%
4.1%
6.3%
8.7%
No need
49.3%
32.4%
40.6%
60.6%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-4. Basketball courts
Fully met
18.7%
10.8%
13.3%
8.7%
Mostly met
14.7%
20.3%
22.9%
7.7%
Partly met
9.3%
18.9%
16.6%
16.3%
Not met
5.3%
10.8%
7.0%
9.6%
No need
52.0%
39.2%
40.2%
57.7%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-5. Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
Fully met
8.0%
10.8%
7.0%
4.8%
Mostly met
6.7%
14.9%
14.8%
10.6%
Partly met
8.0%
20.3%
18.5%
9.6%
Not met
29.3%
17.6%
22.9%
28.8%
No need
48.0%
36.5%
36.9%
46.2%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-6. Cultural centers for visual & performing arts
Fully met
13.3%
10.8%
4.4%
3.8%
Mostly met
6.7%
18.9%
8.5%
3.8%
Partly met
8.0%
9.5%
15.9%
10.6%
Not met
41.3%
35.1%
33.9%
38.5%
No need
30.7%
25.7%
37.3%
43.3%
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for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-7. Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
Fully met
12.0%
14.9%
5.5%
2.9%
Mostly met
5.3%
12.2%
11.8%
2.9%
Partly met
10.7%
18.9%
17.7%
3.8%
Not met
20.0%
12.2%
15.1%
11.5%
No need
52.0%
41.9%
49.8%
78.8%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-8. Disc golf course
Fully met
6.7%
2.7%
5.2%
3.8%
Mostly met
1.3%
13.5%
3.7%
4.8%
Partly met
4.0%
8.1%
14.4%
1.9%
Not met
20.0%
16.2%
15.5%
17.3%
No need
68.0%
59.5%
61.3%
72.1%
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for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-9. Environmental education/nature center
Fully met
9.3%
12.2%
4.1%
2.9%
Mostly met
6.7%
18.9%
12.9%
5.8%
Partly met
12.0%
12.2%
18.8%
12.5%
Not met
33.3%
27.0%
28.8%
23.1%
No need
38.7%
29.7%
35.4%
55.8%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-10. eSports gaming facilities
Fully met
4.0%
6.8%
3.3%
1.0%
Mostly met
4.0%
10.8%
7.7%
2.9%
Partly met
1.3%
5.4%
8.9%
1.0%
Not met
20.0%
25.7%
16.6%
18.3%
No need
70.7%
51.4%
63.5%
76.9%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-11. Fishing areas
Fully met
9.3%
12.2%
14.0%
7.7%
Mostly met
2.7%
14.9%
16.6%
4.8%
Partly met
8.0%
24.3%
24.4%
15.4%
Not met
26.7%
14.9%
10.0%
23.1%
No need
53.3%
33.8%
35.1%
49.0%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-12. Fitness & exercise facilities
Fully met
10.7%
14.9%
8.5%
6.7%
Mostly met
8.0%
14.9%
14.8%
7.7%
Partly met
16.0%
20.3%
22.9%
14.4%
Not met
32.0%
31.1%
26.2%
26.0%
No need
33.3%
18.9%
27.7%
45.2%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
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Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-13. Golf courses
Fully met
18.7%
13.5%
8.1%
12.5%
Mostly met
4.0%
9.5%
14.4%
10.6%
Partly met
8.0%
12.2%
12.2%
13.5%
Not met
16.0%
9.5%
7.4%
8.7%
No need
53.3%
55.4%
57.9%
54.8%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-14. Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or other indoor sporting practice facilities
Fully met
5.3%
10.8%
4.8%
2.9%
Mostly met
4.0%
12.2%
7.4%
3.8%
Partly met
12.0%
14.9%
12.2%
5.8%
Not met
30.7%
33.8%
35.1%
36.5%
No need
48.0%
28.4%
40.6%
51.0%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-15. Meeting rooms
Fully met
6.7%
8.1%
3.3%
3.8%
Mostly met
6.7%
17.6%
12.2%
2.9%
Partly met
6.7%
13.5%
17.3%
8.7%
Not met
14.7%
14.9%
12.9%
19.2%
No need
65.3%
45.9%
54.2%
65.4%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-16. Multi-use paths
Fully met
16.0%
13.5%
7.7%
13.5%
Mostly met
12.0%
20.3%
22.5%
10.6%
Partly met
10.7%
21.6%
25.1%
21.2%
Not met
26.7%
16.2%
17.0%
22.1%
No need
34.7%
28.4%
27.7%
32.7%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-17. Natural areas/preserves
Fully met
14.7%
14.9%
8.5%
15.4%
Mostly met
13.3%
23.0%
24.4%
12.5%
Partly met
18.7%
24.3%
22.9%
23.1%
Not met
21.3%
17.6%
17.3%
17.3%
No need
32.0%
20.3%
26.9%
31.7%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-18. Off-leash dog parks
Fully met
10.7%
8.1%
12.5%
5.8%
Mostly met
6.7%
24.3%
14.4%
8.7%
Partly met
9.3%
20.3%
20.7%
13.5%
Not met
29.3%
12.2%
10.7%
18.3%
No need
44.0%
35.1%
41.7%
53.8%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-19. Off-road vehicle trails
Fully met
9.3%
9.5%
3.3%
3.8%
Mostly met
6.7%
10.8%
7.7%
2.9%
Partly met
9.3%
12.2%
9.2%
7.7%
Not met
22.7%
24.3%
21.0%
23.1%
No need
52.0%
43.2%
58.7%
62.5%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-20. Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip lines, climbing walls)
Fully met
5.3%
13.5%
4.1%
1.9%
Mostly met
4.0%
4.1%
5.9%
1.9%
Partly met
1.3%
6.8%
7.7%
3.8%
Not met
46.7%
43.2%
43.9%
47.1%
No need
42.7%
32.4%
38.4%
45.2%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-21. Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
Fully met
6.7%
8.1%
1.8%
2.9%
Mostly met
5.3%
9.5%
5.5%
1.9%
Partly met
9.3%
12.2%
13.3%
9.6%
Not met
33.3%
37.8%
36.2%
36.5%
No need
45.3%
32.4%
43.2%
49.0%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-22. Paved multi-use paths
Fully met
9.3%
13.5%
7.4%
7.7%
Mostly met
9.3%
21.6%
18.1%
8.7%
Partly met
12.0%
21.6%
21.4%
21.2%
Not met
37.3%
18.9%
25.8%
25.0%
No need
32.0%
24.3%
27.3%
37.5%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-23. Pickleball courts
Fully met
9.3%
4.1%
4.1%
5.8%
Mostly met
2.7%
8.1%
2.6%
3.8%
Partly met
6.7%
16.2%
11.1%
5.8%
Not met
25.3%
18.9%
28.8%
36.5%
No need
56.0%
52.7%
53.5%
48.1%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-24. Picnic areas
Fully met
14.7%
20.3%
18.5%
13.5%
Mostly met
16.0%
31.1%
26.9%
12.5%
Partly met
9.3%
23.0%
22.9%
16.3%
Not met
21.3%
10.8%
9.6%
20.2%
No need
38.7%
14.9%
22.1%
37.5%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-25. Playground areas
Fully met
10.7%
27.0%
19.9%
15.4%
Mostly met
12.0%
27.0%
26.6%
11.5%
Partly met
14.7%
23.0%
24.0%
13.5%
Not met
12.0%
5.4%
6.3%
14.4%
No need
50.7%
17.6%
23.2%
45.2%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-26. Public art (sculptures, murals)
Fully met
4.0%
9.5%
6.3%
2.9%
Mostly met
6.7%
17.6%
7.4%
3.8%
Partly met
14.7%
12.2%
18.1%
10.6%
Not met
28.0%
29.7%
30.6%
33.7%
No need
46.7%
31.1%
37.6%
49.0%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-27. Recreation/community center
Fully met
12.0%
13.5%
12.2%
2.9%
Mostly met
8.0%
28.4%
13.7%
11.5%
Partly met
12.0%
25.7%
28.4%
15.4%
Not met
25.3%
14.9%
19.6%
26.0%
No need
42.7%
17.6%
26.2%
44.2%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-28. Senior center
Fully met
13.3%
13.5%
12.9%
2.9%
Mostly met
4.0%
23.0%
11.1%
4.8%
Partly met
12.0%
23.0%
21.4%
6.7%
Not met
22.7%
12.2%
9.2%
18.3%
No need
48.0%
28.4%
45.4%
67.3%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-29. Skateboard parks
Fully met
5.3%
12.2%
4.4%
2.9%
Mostly met
4.0%
9.5%
3.3%
3.8%
Partly met
6.7%
17.6%
18.1%
4.8%
Not met
21.3%
18.9%
19.9%
19.2%
No need
62.7%
41.9%
54.2%
69.2%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-30. Soccer/football fields
Fully met
12.0%
17.6%
13.3%
6.7%
Mostly met
12.0%
27.0%
18.1%
7.7%
Partly met
10.7%
12.2%
17.0%
13.5%
Not met
12.0%
12.2%
7.0%
13.5%
No need
53.3%
31.1%
44.6%
58.7%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-31. Splash pads/spray parks
Fully met
12.0%
18.9%
16.6%
7.7%
Mostly met
9.3%
17.6%
17.0%
9.6%
Partly met
20.0%
25.7%
26.6%
17.3%
Not met
8.0%
14.9%
13.3%
19.2%
No need
50.7%
23.0%
26.6%
46.2%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-32. Tennis courts
Fully met
13.3%
9.5%
5.2%
2.9%
Mostly met
8.0%
14.9%
7.0%
3.8%
Partly met
13.3%
20.3%
17.7%
16.3%
Not met
12.0%
12.2%
17.3%
20.2%
No need
53.3%
43.2%
52.8%
56.7%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-33. Unpaved trails
Fully met
10.7%
9.5%
10.3%
3.8%
Mostly met
6.7%
25.7%
14.8%
15.4%
Partly met
18.7%
24.3%
21.0%
19.2%
Not met
22.7%
10.8%
13.7%
20.2%
No need
41.3%
29.7%
40.2%
41.3%
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-34. Volleyball courts
Fully met
8.0%
14.9%
8.1%
3.8%
Mostly met
8.0%
17.6%
11.4%
1.9%
Partly met
9.3%
18.9%
19.2%
7.7%
Not met
13.3%
13.5%
11.8%
20.2%
No need
61.3%
35.1%
49.4%
66.3%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-35. Other
Partly met
1.3%
0.0%
0.7%
1.0%
Not met
1.3%
4.1%
3.7%
4.8%
No need
97.3%
95.9%
95.6%
94.2%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-1. Amphitheater space
Fully met
22.2%
15.8%
9.0%
2.5%
Mostly met
5.6%
26.3%
20.3%
10.0%
Partly met
11.1%
10.5%
26.3%
12.5%
Not met
61.1%
47.4%
44.4%
75.0%
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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-2. Aquatic/pool facilities
Fully met
17.4%
21.4%
16.9%
19.0%
Mostly met
13.0%
32.1%
19.4%
12.1%
Partly met
19.6%
28.6%
35.3%
36.2%
Not met
50.0%
17.9%
28.4%
32.8%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-3. Baseball/softball fields
Fully met
44.7%
32.0%
30.4%
22.0%
Mostly met
21.1%
42.0%
37.9%
17.1%
Partly met
21.1%
20.0%
21.1%
39.0%
Not met
13.2%
6.0%
10.6%
22.0%
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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-4. Basketball courts
Fully met
38.9%
17.8%
22.2%
20.5%
Mostly met
30.6%
33.3%
38.3%
18.2%
Partly met
19.4%
31.1%
27.8%
38.6%
Not met
11.1%
17.8%
11.7%
22.7%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-5. Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
Fully met
15.4%
17.0%
11.1%
8.9%
Mostly met
12.8%
23.4%
23.4%
19.6%
Partly met
15.4%
31.9%
29.2%
17.9%
Not met
56.4%
27.7%
36.3%
53.6%
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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-6. Cultural centers for visual & performing arts
Fully met
19.2%
14.5%
7.1%
6.8%
Mostly met
9.6%
25.5%
13.5%
6.8%
Partly met
11.5%
12.7%
25.3%
18.6%
Not met
59.6%
47.3%
54.1%
67.8%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-7. Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
Fully met
25.0%
25.6%
11.0%
13.6%
Mostly met
11.1%
20.9%
23.5%
13.6%
Partly met
22.2%
32.6%
35.3%
18.2%
Not met
41.7%
20.9%
30.1%
54.5%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-8. Disc golf course
Fully met
20.8%
6.7%
13.3%
13.8%
Mostly met
4.2%
33.3%
9.5%
17.2%
Partly met
12.5%
20.0%
37.1%
6.9%
Not met
62.5%
40.0%
40.0%
62.1%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-9. Environmental education/nature center
Fully met
15.2%
17.3%
6.3%
6.5%
Mostly met
10.9%
26.9%
20.0%
13.0%
Partly met
19.6%
17.3%
29.1%
28.3%
Not met
54.3%
38.5%
44.6%
52.2%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-10. eSports gaming facilities
Fully met
13.6%
13.9%
9.1%
4.2%
Mostly met
13.6%
22.2%
21.2%
12.5%
Partly met
4.5%
11.1%
24.2%
4.2%
Not met
68.2%
52.8%
45.5%
79.2%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-11. Fishing areas
Fully met
20.0%
18.4%
21.6%
15.1%
Mostly met
5.7%
22.4%
25.6%
9.4%
Partly met
17.1%
36.7%
37.5%
30.2%
Not met
57.1%
22.4%
15.3%
45.3%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-12. Fitness & exercise facilities
Fully met
16.0%
18.3%
11.7%
12.3%
Mostly met
12.0%
18.3%
20.4%
14.0%
Partly met
24.0%
25.0%
31.6%
26.3%
Not met
48.0%
38.3%
36.2%
47.4%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-13. Golf courses
Fully met
40.0%
30.3%
19.3%
27.7%
Mostly met
8.6%
21.2%
34.2%
23.4%
Partly met
17.1%
27.3%
28.9%
29.8%
Not met
34.3%
21.2%
17.5%
19.1%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-14. Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or other indoor sporting practice facilities
Fully met
10.3%
15.1%
8.1%
5.9%
Mostly met
7.7%
17.0%
12.4%
7.8%
Partly met
23.1%
20.8%
20.5%
11.8%
Not met
59.0%
47.2%
59.0%
74.5%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-15. Meeting rooms
Fully met
19.2%
15.0%
7.3%
11.1%
Mostly met
19.2%
32.5%
26.6%
8.3%
Partly met
19.2%
25.0%
37.9%
25.0%
Not met
42.3%
27.5%
28.2%
55.6%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-16. Multi-use paths
Fully met
24.5%
18.9%
10.7%
20.0%
Mostly met
18.4%
28.3%
31.1%
15.7%
Partly met
16.3%
30.2%
34.7%
31.4%
Not met
40.8%
22.6%
23.5%
32.9%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-17. Natural areas/preserves
Fully met
21.6%
18.6%
11.6%
22.5%
Mostly met
19.6%
28.8%
33.3%
18.3%
Partly met
27.5%
30.5%
31.3%
33.8%
Not met
31.4%
22.0%
23.7%
25.4%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-18. Off-leash dog parks
Fully met
19.0%
12.5%
21.5%
12.5%
Mostly met
11.9%
37.5%
24.7%
18.8%
Partly met
16.7%
31.3%
35.4%
29.2%
Not met
52.4%
18.8%
18.4%
39.6%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-19. Off-road vehicle trails
Fully met
19.4%
16.7%
8.0%
10.3%
Mostly met
13.9%
19.0%
18.8%
7.7%
Partly met
19.4%
21.4%
22.3%
20.5%
Not met
47.2%
42.9%
50.9%
61.5%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-20. Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip lines, climbing walls)
Fully met
9.3%
20.0%
6.6%
3.5%
Mostly met
7.0%
6.0%
9.6%
3.5%
Partly met
2.3%
10.0%
12.6%
7.0%
Not met
81.4%
64.0%
71.3%
86.0%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-21. Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
Fully met
12.2%
12.0%
3.2%
5.7%
Mostly met
9.8%
14.0%
9.7%
3.8%
Partly met
17.1%
18.0%
23.4%
18.9%
Not met
61.0%
56.0%
63.6%
71.7%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-22. Paved multi-use paths
Fully met
13.7%
17.9%
10.2%
12.3%
Mostly met
13.7%
28.6%
24.9%
13.8%
Partly met
17.6%
28.6%
29.4%
33.8%
Not met
54.9%
25.0%
35.5%
40.0%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-23. Pickleball courts
Fully met
21.2%
8.6%
8.7%
11.1%
Mostly met
6.1%
17.1%
5.6%
7.4%
Partly met
15.2%
34.3%
23.8%
11.1%
Not met
57.6%
40.0%
61.9%
70.4%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-24. Picnic areas
Fully met
23.9%
23.8%
23.7%
21.5%
Mostly met
26.1%
36.5%
34.6%
20.0%
Partly met
15.2%
27.0%
29.4%
26.2%
Not met
34.8%
12.7%
12.3%
32.3%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-25. Playground areas
Fully met
21.6%
32.8%
26.0%
28.1%
Mostly met
24.3%
32.8%
34.6%
21.1%
Partly met
29.7%
27.9%
31.3%
24.6%
Not met
24.3%
6.6%
8.2%
26.3%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-26. Public art (sculptures, murals)
Fully met
7.5%
13.7%
10.1%
5.7%
Mostly met
12.5%
25.5%
11.8%
7.5%
Partly met
27.5%
17.6%
29.0%
20.8%
Not met
52.5%
43.1%
49.1%
66.0%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-27. Recreation/community center
Fully met
20.9%
16.4%
16.5%
5.2%
Mostly met
14.0%
34.4%
18.5%
20.7%
Partly met
20.9%
31.1%
38.5%
27.6%
Not met
44.2%
18.0%
26.5%
46.6%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-28. Senior center
Fully met
25.6%
18.9%
23.6%
8.8%
Mostly met
7.7%
32.1%
20.3%
14.7%
Partly met
23.1%
32.1%
39.2%
20.6%
Not met
43.6%
17.0%
16.9%
55.9%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-29. Skateboard parks
Fully met
14.3%
20.9%
9.7%
9.4%
Mostly met
10.7%
16.3%
7.3%
12.5%
Partly met
17.9%
30.2%
39.5%
15.6%
Not met
57.1%
32.6%
43.5%
62.5%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-30. Soccer/football fields
Fully met
25.7%
25.5%
24.0%
16.3%
Mostly met
25.7%
39.2%
32.7%
18.6%
Partly met
22.9%
17.6%
30.7%
32.6%
Not met
25.7%
17.6%
12.7%
32.6%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-31. Splash pads/spray parks
Fully met
24.3%
24.6%
22.6%
14.3%
Mostly met
18.9%
22.8%
23.1%
17.9%
Partly met
40.5%
33.3%
36.2%
32.1%
Not met
16.2%
19.3%
18.1%
35.7%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-32. Tennis courts
Fully met
28.6%
16.7%
10.9%
6.7%
Mostly met
17.1%
26.2%
14.8%
8.9%
Partly met
28.6%
35.7%
37.5%
37.8%
Not met
25.7%
21.4%
36.7%
46.7%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-33. Unpaved trails
Fully met
18.2%
13.5%
17.3%
6.6%
Mostly met
11.4%
36.5%
24.7%
26.2%
Partly met
31.8%
34.6%
35.2%
32.8%
Not met
38.6%
15.4%
22.8%
34.4%
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Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-34. Volleyball courts
Fully met
20.7%
22.9%
16.1%
11.4%
Mostly met
20.7%
27.1%
22.6%
5.7%
Partly met
24.1%
29.2%
38.0%
22.9%
Not met
34.5%
20.8%
23.4%
60.0%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q10. A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q10-35. Other
Partly met
50.0%
0.0%
16.7%
16.7%
Not met
50.0%
100.0%
83.3%
83.3%
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Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. Top choice
Amphitheater space
6.7%
5.4%
4.4%
6.7%
Aquatic/pool facilities
24.0%
25.7%
28.8%
15.4%
Baseball/softball fields
1.3%
4.1%
5.2%
1.0%
Basketball courts
2.7%
4.1%
1.1%
1.0%
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
1.3%
4.1%
1.1%
2.9%
Cultural centers for visual & performing
arts
5.3%
5.4%
4.8%
8.7%
Dedicated amenities for those with
disabilities
0.0%
4.1%
2.6%
1.9%
Disc golf course
0.0%
0.0%
0.7%
0.0%
Environmental education/nature center
1.3%
0.0%
1.1%
1.9%
eSports gaming facilities
1.3%
1.4%
0.0%
2.9%
Fishing areas
5.3%
1.4%
3.0%
0.0%
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you and the members of your household?
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Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. Top choice (Cont.)
Fitness & exercise facilities
8.0%
12.2%
5.2%
2.9%
Golf courses
1.3%
1.4%
1.1%
3.8%
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or
other indoor sporting practice facilities
1.3%
2.7%
1.8%
4.8%
Meeting rooms
0.0%
0.0%
0.4%
1.0%
Multi-use paths
4.0%
0.0%
1.8%
1.9%
Natural areas/preserves
4.0%
0.0%
2.6%
3.8%
Off-leash dog parks
1.3%
4.1%
3.3%
2.9%
Off-road vehicle trails
1.3%
1.4%
1.8%
1.9%
Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip
lines, climbing walls)
0.0%
2.7%
1.1%
0.0%
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce,
horseshoes)
0.0%
0.0%
0.4%
0.0%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. Top choice (Cont.)
Paved multi-use paths
2.7%
0.0%
2.2%
2.9%
Pickleball courts
2.7%
4.1%
2.2%
8.7%
Picnic areas
0.0%
1.4%
0.7%
0.0%
Playground areas
0.0%
1.4%
3.7%
2.9%
Public art (sculptures, murals)
0.0%
0.0%
0.4%
1.0%
Recreation/community center
2.7%
1.4%
0.7%
0.0%
Senior center
1.3%
2.7%
2.6%
2.9%
Soccer/football fields
0.0%
2.7%
1.1%
1.0%
Splash pads/spray parks
0.0%
2.7%
4.4%
4.8%
Tennis courts
0.0%
0.0%
1.1%
1.0%
Unpaved trails
5.3%
0.0%
1.5%
1.0%
Volleyball courts
0.0%
1.4%
0.4%
0.0%
Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. Top choice (Cont.)
None chosen
14.7%
2.7%
6.6%
8.7%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. 2nd choice
Amphitheater space
4.0%
1.4%
3.3%
3.8%
Aquatic/pool facilities
5.3%
9.5%
8.9%
6.7%
Baseball/softball fields
0.0%
4.1%
3.3%
0.0%
Basketball courts
1.3%
1.4%
2.2%
1.0%
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
2.7%
1.4%
4.4%
1.9%
Cultural centers for visual & performing
arts
9.3%
2.7%
6.6%
4.8%
Dedicated amenities for those with
disabilities
2.7%
4.1%
1.1%
1.9%
Disc golf course
4.0%
0.0%
0.4%
1.9%
Environmental education/nature center
1.3%
4.1%
3.0%
3.8%
eSports gaming facilities
0.0%
0.0%
1.1%
0.0%
Fishing areas
9.3%
9.5%
5.2%
5.8%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. 2nd choice (Cont.)
Fitness & exercise facilities
8.0%
9.5%
9.6%
2.9%
Golf courses
1.3%
1.4%
0.7%
1.9%
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or
other indoor sporting practice facilities
2.7%
5.4%
4.4%
7.7%
Meeting rooms
2.7%
0.0%
0.4%
0.0%
Multi-use paths
4.0%
5.4%
2.2%
5.8%
Natural areas/preserves
2.7%
2.7%
2.6%
2.9%
Off-leash dog parks
5.3%
4.1%
1.5%
2.9%
Off-road vehicle trails
1.3%
2.7%
1.8%
4.8%
Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip
lines, climbing walls)
0.0%
2.7%
3.0%
1.9%
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce,
horseshoes)
1.3%
0.0%
0.7%
1.9%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. 2nd choice (Cont.)
Paved multi-use paths
2.7%
1.4%
1.1%
1.0%
Pickleball courts
0.0%
1.4%
2.2%
5.8%
Picnic areas
1.3%
2.7%
1.8%
1.0%
Playground areas
0.0%
1.4%
4.8%
1.9%
Public art (sculptures, murals)
1.3%
1.4%
0.4%
0.0%
Recreation/community center
4.0%
2.7%
1.1%
4.8%
Senior center
1.3%
1.4%
1.5%
1.0%
Skateboard parks
0.0%
0.0%
0.7%
1.0%
Soccer/football fields
1.3%
1.4%
1.8%
0.0%
Splash pads/spray parks
0.0%
4.1%
4.1%
0.0%
Tennis courts
1.3%
0.0%
1.5%
1.9%
Unpaved trails
1.3%
0.0%
2.2%
3.8%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. 2nd choice (Cont.)
Volleyball courts
0.0%
1.4%
0.4%
1.0%
None chosen
16.0%
9.5%
10.0%
12.5%
Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. 3rd choice
Amphitheater space
1.3%
2.7%
1.5%
5.8%
Aquatic/pool facilities
1.3%
0.0%
5.2%
2.9%
Baseball/softball fields
1.3%
4.1%
1.8%
0.0%
Basketball courts
0.0%
0.0%
1.5%
1.0%
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
1.3%
2.7%
1.8%
1.0%
Cultural centers for visual & performing
arts
4.0%
2.7%
3.7%
5.8%
Dedicated amenities for those with
disabilities
2.7%
4.1%
3.0%
0.0%
Disc golf course
0.0%
1.4%
0.7%
1.0%
Environmental education/nature center
2.7%
0.0%
2.2%
1.0%
eSports gaming facilities
0.0%
0.0%
1.1%
1.0%
Fishing areas
6.7%
8.1%
2.2%
4.8%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. 3rd choice (Cont.)
Fitness & exercise facilities
5.3%
8.1%
10.3%
7.7%
Golf courses
2.7%
0.0%
1.5%
1.0%
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or
other indoor sporting practice facilities
4.0%
4.1%
5.2%
1.9%
Meeting rooms
0.0%
0.0%
0.7%
3.8%
Multi-use paths
0.0%
0.0%
2.2%
4.8%
Natural areas/preserves
2.7%
8.1%
4.8%
4.8%
Off-leash dog parks
1.3%
1.4%
3.7%
1.9%
Off-road vehicle trails
4.0%
1.4%
0.0%
3.8%
Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip
lines, climbing walls)
4.0%
9.5%
4.8%
2.9%
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce,
horseshoes)
0.0%
1.4%
1.8%
0.0%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. 3rd choice (Cont.)
Paved multi-use paths
1.3%
4.1%
2.6%
2.9%
Pickleball courts
1.3%
1.4%
1.1%
3.8%
Picnic areas
1.3%
4.1%
2.2%
0.0%
Playground areas
5.3%
0.0%
2.6%
2.9%
Public art (sculptures, murals)
4.0%
2.7%
1.1%
0.0%
Recreation/community center
5.3%
2.7%
2.2%
4.8%
Senior center
1.3%
0.0%
4.4%
1.0%
Skateboard parks
0.0%
1.4%
0.7%
0.0%
Soccer/football fields
1.3%
2.7%
0.7%
1.0%
Splash pads/spray parks
8.0%
4.1%
5.2%
5.8%
Tennis courts
1.3%
0.0%
0.7%
1.0%
Unpaved trails
4.0%
1.4%
2.6%
4.8%
Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. 3rd choice (Cont.)
Volleyball courts
0.0%
1.4%
0.0%
0.0%
None chosen
20.0%
14.9%
14.0%
15.4%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. 4th choice
Amphitheater space
1.3%
1.4%
2.6%
2.9%
Aquatic/pool facilities
2.7%
1.4%
3.3%
4.8%
Baseball/softball fields
0.0%
0.0%
0.4%
0.0%
Basketball courts
0.0%
4.1%
2.2%
1.0%
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
2.7%
1.4%
0.7%
1.9%
Cultural centers for visual & performing
arts
4.0%
5.4%
4.1%
1.9%
Dedicated amenities for those with
disabilities
1.3%
2.7%
3.0%
1.9%
Disc golf course
1.3%
0.0%
0.7%
2.9%
Environmental education/nature center
1.3%
4.1%
0.7%
2.9%
eSports gaming facilities
1.3%
1.4%
0.4%
0.0%
Fishing areas
2.7%
2.7%
2.6%
2.9%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. 4th choice (Cont.)
Fitness & exercise facilities
2.7%
4.1%
5.2%
3.8%
Golf courses
1.3%
1.4%
0.7%
1.0%
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or
other indoor sporting practice facilities
0.0%
4.1%
4.1%
3.8%
Multi-use paths
5.3%
0.0%
3.0%
2.9%
Natural areas/preserves
4.0%
5.4%
3.0%
2.9%
Off-leash dog parks
4.0%
2.7%
2.6%
1.0%
Off-road vehicle trails
2.7%
2.7%
0.7%
1.9%
Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip
lines, climbing walls)
4.0%
4.1%
8.1%
3.8%
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce,
horseshoes)
2.7%
0.0%
0.7%
2.9%
Paved multi-use paths
5.3%
2.7%
3.3%
6.7%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. 4th choice (Cont.)
Pickleball courts
1.3%
0.0%
1.8%
1.9%
Picnic areas
1.3%
1.4%
1.8%
0.0%
Playground areas
2.7%
5.4%
3.3%
5.8%
Public art (sculptures, murals)
2.7%
1.4%
1.1%
3.8%
Recreation/community center
5.3%
2.7%
5.2%
0.0%
Senior center
2.7%
1.4%
4.4%
3.8%
Skateboard parks
0.0%
0.0%
0.4%
0.0%
Soccer/football fields
1.3%
2.7%
2.2%
0.0%
Splash pads/spray parks
4.0%
6.8%
3.7%
1.9%
Tennis courts
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
3.8%
Unpaved trails
5.3%
4.1%
2.2%
2.9%
Volleyball courts
0.0%
1.4%
2.6%
1.9%
Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. 4th choice (Cont.)
None chosen
22.7%
21.6%
19.2%
20.2%
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Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household? (top 4)
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. Top choice
Amphitheater space
13.3%
10.8%
11.8%
19.2%
Aquatic/pool facilities
33.3%
36.5%
46.1%
29.8%
Baseball/softball fields
2.7%
12.2%
10.7%
1.0%
Basketball courts
4.0%
9.5%
7.0%
3.8%
Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
8.0%
9.5%
8.1%
7.7%
Cultural centers for visual & performing
arts
22.7%
16.2%
19.2%
21.2%
Dedicated amenities for those with
disabilities
6.7%
14.9%
9.6%
5.8%
Disc golf course
5.3%
1.4%
2.6%
5.8%
Environmental education/nature center
6.7%
8.1%
7.0%
9.6%
eSports gaming facilities
2.7%
2.7%
2.6%
3.8%
Fishing areas
24.0%
21.6%
12.9%
13.5%
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Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household? (top 4)
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. Top choice (Cont.)
Fitness & exercise facilities
24.0%
33.8%
30.3%
17.3%
Golf courses
6.7%
4.1%
4.1%
7.7%
Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or
other indoor sporting practice facilities
8.0%
16.2%
15.5%
18.3%
Meeting rooms
2.7%
0.0%
1.5%
4.8%
Multi-use paths
13.3%
5.4%
9.2%
15.4%
Natural areas/preserves
13.3%
16.2%
12.9%
14.4%
Off-leash dog parks
12.0%
12.2%
11.1%
8.7%
Off-road vehicle trails
9.3%
8.1%
4.4%
12.5%
Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip
lines, climbing walls)
8.0%
18.9%
17.0%
8.7%
Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce,
horseshoes)
4.0%
1.4%
3.7%
4.8%
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Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household? (top 4)
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. Top choice (Cont.)
Paved multi-use paths
12.0%
8.1%
9.2%
13.5%
Pickleball courts
5.3%
6.8%
7.4%
20.2%
Picnic areas
4.0%
9.5%
6.6%
1.0%
Playground areas
8.0%
8.1%
14.4%
13.5%
Public art (sculptures, murals)
8.0%
5.4%
3.0%
4.8%
Recreation/community center
17.3%
9.5%
9.2%
9.6%
Senior center
6.7%
5.4%
12.9%
8.7%
Skateboard parks
0.0%
1.4%
1.8%
1.0%
Soccer/football fields
4.0%
9.5%
5.9%
1.9%
Splash pads/spray parks
12.0%
17.6%
17.3%
12.5%
Tennis courts
2.7%
0.0%
3.3%
7.7%
Unpaved trails
16.0%
5.4%
8.5%
12.5%
SUM OF TOP 4 CHOICES
Q11. Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed in Question 10 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household? (top 4)
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q11. Top choice (Cont.)
Volleyball courts
0.0%
5.4%
3.3%
2.9%
None chosen
14.7%
2.7%
6.6%
8.7%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-1. Adaptive recreation programs for those with disabilities/special needs
Fully met
6.7%
17.6%
3.7%
2.9%
Mostly met
1.3%
9.5%
6.6%
2.9%
Partly met
10.7%
10.8%
11.8%
2.9%
Not met
9.3%
12.2%
12.5%
10.6%
No need
72.0%
50.0%
65.3%
80.8%
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-2. Adult sports
Fully met
9.3%
13.5%
5.2%
2.9%
Mostly met
9.3%
12.2%
12.2%
4.8%
Partly met
13.3%
17.6%
20.7%
19.2%
Not met
14.7%
23.0%
16.2%
23.1%
No need
53.3%
33.8%
45.8%
50.0%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-3. Art programs (painting, drawing, ceramics, etc.)
Fully met
10.7%
12.2%
5.5%
2.9%
Mostly met
4.0%
17.6%
11.4%
2.9%
Partly met
14.7%
16.2%
22.5%
13.5%
Not met
25.3%
25.7%
25.5%
33.7%
No need
45.3%
28.4%
35.1%
47.1%
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-4. Art performances (band, choir, dance, festivals, orchestra, exhibitions)
Fully met
8.0%
12.2%
4.4%
1.9%
Mostly met
6.7%
13.5%
8.1%
2.9%
Partly met
5.3%
17.6%
19.6%
10.6%
Not met
33.3%
24.3%
31.4%
37.5%
No need
46.7%
32.4%
36.5%
47.1%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-5. Before or after school care programs
Fully met
10.7%
13.5%
6.3%
1.9%
Mostly met
2.7%
16.2%
9.2%
3.8%
Partly met
5.3%
14.9%
13.7%
5.8%
Not met
13.3%
10.8%
11.1%
12.5%
No need
68.0%
44.6%
59.8%
76.0%
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-6. Dog park programs
Fully met
6.7%
5.4%
9.6%
3.8%
Mostly met
4.0%
20.3%
13.7%
3.8%
Partly met
10.7%
20.3%
18.5%
14.4%
Not met
20.0%
13.5%
11.1%
23.1%
No need
58.7%
40.5%
47.2%
54.8%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-7. Educational classes/lectures
Fully met
10.7%
9.5%
3.3%
1.9%
Mostly met
6.7%
14.9%
9.6%
2.9%
Partly met
21.3%
21.6%
25.8%
12.5%
Not met
22.7%
21.6%
19.6%
28.8%
No need
38.7%
32.4%
41.7%
53.8%
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-8. eSports programs/leagues/tournaments
Fully met
4.0%
9.5%
2.2%
1.0%
Mostly met
1.3%
14.9%
5.5%
1.0%
Partly met
5.3%
8.1%
10.3%
2.9%
Not met
13.3%
10.8%
14.4%
15.4%
No need
76.0%
56.8%
67.5%
79.8%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-9. Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
Fully met
5.3%
8.1%
2.6%
1.9%
Mostly met
1.3%
10.8%
2.6%
1.0%
Partly met
5.3%
5.4%
7.7%
3.8%
Not met
26.7%
27.0%
30.3%
31.7%
No need
61.3%
48.6%
56.8%
61.5%
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-10. Family programming (activities targeted for multi-generational participation)
Fully met
4.0%
8.1%
3.3%
1.9%
Mostly met
5.3%
14.9%
8.5%
2.9%
Partly met
12.0%
20.3%
17.3%
8.7%
Not met
22.7%
21.6%
32.5%
32.7%
No need
56.0%
35.1%
38.4%
53.8%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-11. Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga, walking, hiking)
Fully met
12.0%
13.5%
4.8%
4.8%
Mostly met
8.0%
13.5%
14.0%
9.6%
Partly met
18.7%
23.0%
28.0%
13.5%
Not met
25.3%
20.3%
21.4%
32.7%
No need
36.0%
29.7%
31.7%
39.4%
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-12. Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance, gymnastics, karate, gardening, crafts, skills)
Fully met
8.0%
13.5%
5.2%
4.8%
Mostly met
9.3%
18.9%
14.4%
2.9%
Partly met
12.0%
14.9%
27.7%
17.3%
Not met
28.0%
33.8%
27.7%
39.4%
No need
42.7%
18.9%
25.1%
35.6%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-13. Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
Fully met
9.3%
17.6%
10.3%
5.8%
Mostly met
6.7%
23.0%
18.8%
4.8%
Partly met
14.7%
18.9%
19.2%
10.6%
Not met
14.7%
14.9%
15.1%
17.3%
No need
54.7%
25.7%
36.5%
61.5%
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-14. Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e., programming brought directly to neighborhoods)
Fully met
4.0%
8.1%
3.0%
2.9%
Mostly met
4.0%
12.2%
4.8%
2.9%
Partly met
17.3%
12.2%
10.3%
4.8%
Not met
34.7%
31.1%
36.2%
41.3%
No need
40.0%
36.5%
45.8%
48.1%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-15. Nature programs/environmental education
Fully met
8.0%
5.4%
3.7%
2.9%
Mostly met
2.7%
13.5%
8.9%
2.9%
Partly met
13.3%
18.9%
21.8%
19.2%
Not met
34.7%
25.7%
24.0%
27.9%
No need
41.3%
36.5%
41.7%
47.1%
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-16. Older adult/senior social programs
Fully met
12.0%
9.5%
5.9%
2.9%
Mostly met
2.7%
18.9%
9.2%
1.9%
Partly met
10.7%
20.3%
22.5%
8.7%
Not met
22.7%
10.8%
14.4%
23.1%
No need
52.0%
40.5%
48.0%
63.5%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-17. Out of school programs (break camps, summer recreation, etc.)
Fully met
6.7%
9.5%
5.5%
2.9%
Mostly met
4.0%
13.5%
9.2%
3.8%
Partly met
5.3%
21.6%
15.9%
10.6%
Not met
16.0%
12.2%
15.1%
12.5%
No need
68.0%
43.2%
54.2%
70.2%
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-18. Preschool programs
Fully met
4.0%
10.8%
4.1%
2.9%
Mostly met
2.7%
9.5%
8.5%
2.9%
Partly met
5.3%
20.3%
14.0%
6.7%
Not met
12.0%
5.4%
11.4%
7.7%
No need
76.0%
54.1%
62.0%
79.8%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-19. Science/technology programs (kids outdoor science programs/computer classes, etc.)
Fully met
4.0%
10.8%
3.7%
2.9%
Mostly met
1.3%
12.2%
7.0%
2.9%
Partly met
12.0%
12.2%
15.5%
10.6%
Not met
16.0%
17.6%
19.2%
21.2%
No need
66.7%
47.3%
54.6%
62.5%
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-20. Special events/festivals
Fully met
10.7%
16.2%
7.4%
2.9%
Mostly met
9.3%
17.6%
17.7%
8.7%
Partly met
20.0%
28.4%
28.4%
21.2%
Not met
24.0%
17.6%
22.5%
36.5%
No need
36.0%
20.3%
24.0%
30.8%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-21. Teen programs
Fully met
4.0%
10.8%
4.1%
2.9%
Mostly met
4.0%
10.8%
5.5%
2.9%
Partly met
5.3%
12.2%
16.6%
3.8%
Not met
14.7%
17.6%
16.2%
21.2%
No need
72.0%
48.6%
57.6%
69.2%
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-22. Volunteer opportunities
Fully met
8.0%
16.2%
5.5%
2.9%
Mostly met
4.0%
10.8%
11.1%
6.7%
Partly met
10.7%
14.9%
18.8%
11.5%
Not met
24.0%
20.3%
21.0%
27.9%
No need
53.3%
37.8%
43.5%
51.0%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-23. Water fitness programs
Fully met
12.0%
14.9%
7.4%
2.9%
Mostly met
4.0%
12.2%
10.0%
3.8%
Partly met
8.0%
20.3%
19.6%
8.7%
Not met
22.7%
20.3%
25.1%
31.7%
No need
53.3%
32.4%
38.0%
52.9%
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-24. Youth sports programs (basketball/softball/soccer/swim, etc.)
Fully met
6.7%
16.2%
10.0%
3.8%
Mostly met
4.0%
17.6%
15.5%
6.7%
Partly met
6.7%
14.9%
16.2%
10.6%
Not met
14.7%
8.1%
10.0%
19.2%
No need
68.0%
43.2%
48.3%
59.6%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-25. Other
Fully met
1.3%
1.4%
0.0%
0.0%
Mostly met
0.0%
0.0%
0.4%
0.0%
Partly met
0.0%
0.0%
0.4%
0.0%
Not met
1.3%
1.4%
3.3%
1.0%
No need
97.3%
97.3%
95.9%
99.0%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-1. Adaptive recreation programs for those with disabilities/special needs
Fully met
23.8%
35.1%
10.6%
15.0%
Mostly met
4.8%
18.9%
19.1%
15.0%
Partly met
38.1%
21.6%
34.0%
15.0%
Not met
33.3%
24.3%
36.2%
55.0%
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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-2. Adult sports
Fully met
20.0%
20.4%
9.5%
5.8%
Mostly met
20.0%
18.4%
22.4%
9.6%
Partly met
28.6%
26.5%
38.1%
38.5%
Not met
31.4%
34.7%
29.9%
46.2%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-3. Art programs (painting, drawing, ceramics, etc.)
Fully met
19.5%
17.0%
8.5%
5.5%
Mostly met
7.3%
24.5%
17.6%
5.5%
Partly met
26.8%
22.6%
34.7%
25.5%
Not met
46.3%
35.8%
39.2%
63.6%
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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-4. Art performances (band, choir, dance, festivals, orchestra, exhibitions)
Fully met
15.0%
18.0%
7.0%
3.6%
Mostly met
12.5%
20.0%
12.8%
5.5%
Partly met
10.0%
26.0%
30.8%
20.0%
Not met
62.5%
36.0%
49.4%
70.9%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-5. Before or after school care programs
Fully met
33.3%
24.4%
15.6%
8.0%
Mostly met
8.3%
29.3%
22.9%
16.0%
Partly met
16.7%
26.8%
33.9%
24.0%
Not met
41.7%
19.5%
27.5%
52.0%
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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-6. Dog park programs
Fully met
16.1%
9.1%
18.2%
8.5%
Mostly met
9.7%
34.1%
25.9%
8.5%
Partly met
25.8%
34.1%
35.0%
31.9%
Not met
48.4%
22.7%
21.0%
51.1%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-7. Educational classes/lectures
Fully met
17.4%
14.0%
5.7%
4.2%
Mostly met
10.9%
22.0%
16.5%
6.3%
Partly met
34.8%
32.0%
44.3%
27.1%
Not met
37.0%
32.0%
33.5%
62.5%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-8. eSports programs/leagues/tournaments
Fully met
16.7%
21.9%
6.8%
4.8%
Mostly met
5.6%
34.4%
17.0%
4.8%
Partly met
22.2%
18.8%
31.8%
14.3%
Not met
55.6%
25.0%
44.3%
76.2%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-9. Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
Fully met
13.8%
15.8%
6.0%
5.0%
Mostly met
3.4%
21.1%
6.0%
2.5%
Partly met
13.8%
10.5%
17.9%
10.0%
Not met
69.0%
52.6%
70.1%
82.5%
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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-10. Family programming (activities targeted for multi-generational participation)
Fully met
9.1%
12.5%
5.4%
4.2%
Mostly met
12.1%
22.9%
13.8%
6.3%
Partly met
27.3%
31.3%
28.1%
18.8%
Not met
51.5%
33.3%
52.7%
70.8%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-11. Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga, walking, hiking)
Fully met
18.8%
19.2%
7.0%
7.9%
Mostly met
12.5%
19.2%
20.5%
15.9%
Partly met
29.2%
32.7%
41.1%
22.2%
Not met
39.6%
28.8%
31.4%
54.0%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-12. Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance, gymnastics, karate, gardening, crafts, skills)
Fully met
14.0%
16.7%
6.9%
7.5%
Mostly met
16.3%
23.3%
19.2%
4.5%
Partly met
20.9%
18.3%
36.9%
26.9%
Not met
48.8%
41.7%
36.9%
61.2%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-13. Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
Fully met
20.6%
23.6%
16.3%
15.0%
Mostly met
14.7%
30.9%
29.7%
12.5%
Partly met
32.4%
25.5%
30.2%
27.5%
Not met
32.4%
20.0%
23.8%
45.0%
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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-14. Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e., programming brought directly to neighborhoods)
Fully met
6.7%
12.8%
5.4%
5.6%
Mostly met
6.7%
19.1%
8.8%
5.6%
Partly met
28.9%
19.1%
19.0%
9.3%
Not met
57.8%
48.9%
66.7%
79.6%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-15. Nature programs/environmental education
Fully met
13.6%
8.5%
6.3%
5.5%
Mostly met
4.5%
21.3%
15.2%
5.5%
Partly met
22.7%
29.8%
37.3%
36.4%
Not met
59.1%
40.4%
41.1%
52.7%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-16. Older adult/senior social programs
Fully met
25.0%
15.9%
11.3%
7.9%
Mostly met
5.6%
31.8%
17.7%
5.3%
Partly met
22.2%
34.1%
43.3%
23.7%
Not met
47.2%
18.2%
27.7%
63.2%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-17. Out of school programs (break camps, summer recreation, etc.)
Fully met
20.8%
16.7%
12.1%
9.7%
Mostly met
12.5%
23.8%
20.2%
12.9%
Partly met
16.7%
38.1%
34.7%
35.5%
Not met
50.0%
21.4%
33.1%
41.9%
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WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-18. Preschool programs
Fully met
16.7%
23.5%
10.7%
14.3%
Mostly met
11.1%
20.6%
22.3%
14.3%
Partly met
22.2%
44.1%
36.9%
33.3%
Not met
50.0%
11.8%
30.1%
38.1%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-19. Science/technology programs (kids outdoor science programs/computer classes, etc.)
Fully met
12.0%
20.5%
8.1%
7.7%
Mostly met
4.0%
23.1%
15.4%
7.7%
Partly met
36.0%
23.1%
34.1%
28.2%
Not met
48.0%
33.3%
42.3%
56.4%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-20. Special events/festivals
Fully met
16.7%
20.3%
9.7%
4.2%
Mostly met
14.6%
22.0%
23.3%
12.5%
Partly met
31.3%
35.6%
37.4%
30.6%
Not met
37.5%
22.0%
29.6%
52.8%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-21. Teen programs
Fully met
14.3%
21.1%
9.6%
9.4%
Mostly met
14.3%
21.1%
13.0%
9.4%
Partly met
19.0%
23.7%
39.1%
12.5%
Not met
52.4%
34.2%
38.3%
68.8%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-22. Volunteer opportunities
Fully met
17.1%
26.1%
9.8%
5.9%
Mostly met
8.6%
17.4%
19.6%
13.7%
Partly met
22.9%
23.9%
33.3%
23.5%
Not met
51.4%
32.6%
37.3%
56.9%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-23. Water fitness programs
Fully met
25.7%
22.0%
11.9%
6.1%
Mostly met
8.6%
18.0%
16.1%
8.2%
Partly met
17.1%
30.0%
31.5%
18.4%
Not met
48.6%
30.0%
40.5%
67.3%
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Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-24. Youth sports programs (basketball/softball/soccer/swim, etc.)
Fully met
20.8%
28.6%
19.3%
9.5%
Mostly met
12.5%
31.0%
30.0%
16.7%
Partly met
20.8%
26.2%
31.4%
26.2%
Not met
45.8%
14.3%
19.3%
47.6%
WITHOUT NO NEED
Q12. A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your needs
for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are "Fully Met" and 1
means your needs are "Not Met" at all. (without "no need")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q12-25. Other
Fully met
50.0%
50.0%
0.0%
0.0%
Mostly met
0.0%
0.0%
9.1%
0.0%
Partly met
0.0%
0.0%
9.1%
0.0%
Not met
50.0%
50.0%
81.8%
100.0%
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. Top choice
Adaptive recreation programs for those
with disabilities/special needs
5.3%
9.5%
6.6%
5.8%
Adult sports
4.0%
10.8%
7.0%
4.8%
Art programs (painting, drawing,
ceramics, etc.)
14.7%
10.8%
11.4%
12.5%
Art performances (band, choir, dance,
festivals, orchestra, exhibitions)
6.7%
2.7%
6.3%
5.8%
Before or after school care programs
4.0%
8.1%
5.2%
1.9%
Dog park programs
4.0%
4.1%
5.9%
2.9%
Educational classes/lectures
4.0%
2.7%
3.3%
2.9%
eSports programs/leagues/tournaments
0.0%
1.4%
1.1%
0.0%
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock
climbing)
0.0%
1.4%
2.6%
2.9%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. Top choice (Cont.)
Family programming (activities targeted
for multi-generational participation)
2.7%
5.4%
3.0%
5.8%
Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga,
walking, hiking)
4.0%
4.1%
5.9%
7.7%
Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance,
gymnastics, karate, gardening, crafts,
skills)
4.0%
4.1%
3.3%
1.9%
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
4.0%
2.7%
5.5%
3.8%
Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e.,
programming brought directly to
neighborhoods)
2.7%
2.7%
0.7%
1.0%
Nature programs/environmental
education
1.3%
2.7%
1.5%
1.9%
Older adult/senior social programs
2.7%
1.4%
3.0%
1.9%
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. Top choice (Cont.)
Out of school programs (break camps,
summer recreation, etc.)
0.0%
0.0%
0.4%
1.0%
Preschool programs
0.0%
0.0%
2.2%
0.0%
Science/technology programs (kids
outdoor science programs/computer
classes, etc.)
0.0%
1.4%
0.0%
1.9%
Special events/festivals
1.3%
1.4%
4.1%
8.7%
Teen programs
1.3%
2.7%
1.1%
1.9%
Volunteer opportunities
2.7%
0.0%
0.4%
1.0%
Water fitness programs
1.3%
0.0%
1.1%
1.0%
Youth sports programs (basketball/
softball/soccer/swim, etc.)
4.0%
6.8%
4.1%
3.8%
None chosen
25.3%
13.5%
14.4%
17.3%
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. 2nd choice
Adaptive recreation programs for those
with disabilities/special needs
1.3%
1.4%
1.1%
0.0%
Adult sports
4.0%
5.4%
2.6%
2.9%
Art programs (painting, drawing,
ceramics, etc.)
9.3%
4.1%
5.2%
5.8%
Art performances (band, choir, dance,
festivals, orchestra, exhibitions)
5.3%
12.2%
8.1%
2.9%
Before or after school care programs
2.7%
4.1%
2.2%
4.8%
Dog park programs
6.7%
8.1%
4.4%
5.8%
Educational classes/lectures
9.3%
9.5%
4.8%
4.8%
eSports programs/leagues/tournaments
1.3%
0.0%
0.7%
0.0%
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock
climbing)
1.3%
4.1%
2.6%
1.9%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. 2nd choice (Cont.)
Family programming (activities targeted
for multi-generational participation)
6.7%
5.4%
8.1%
1.9%
Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga,
walking, hiking)
4.0%
2.7%
7.4%
5.8%
Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance,
gymnastics, karate, gardening, crafts,
skills)
6.7%
4.1%
5.5%
12.5%
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
1.3%
6.8%
4.1%
4.8%
Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e.,
programming brought directly to
neighborhoods)
1.3%
1.4%
3.0%
1.9%
Nature programs/environmental
education
2.7%
1.4%
1.8%
6.7%
Older adult/senior social programs
2.7%
2.7%
1.5%
2.9%
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. 2nd choice (Cont.)
Out of school programs (break camps,
summer recreation, etc.)
0.0%
4.1%
2.2%
1.0%
Preschool programs
1.3%
0.0%
0.0%
1.0%
Science/technology programs (kids
outdoor science programs/computer
classes, etc.)
0.0%
0.0%
1.8%
1.0%
Special events/festivals
4.0%
1.4%
3.3%
5.8%
Teen programs
0.0%
0.0%
3.0%
1.9%
Volunteer opportunities
0.0%
1.4%
2.2%
1.0%
Water fitness programs
2.7%
1.4%
2.2%
1.0%
Youth sports programs (basketball/
softball/soccer/swim, etc.)
0.0%
1.4%
2.6%
3.8%
None chosen
25.3%
17.6%
19.6%
18.3%
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. 3rd choice
Adaptive recreation programs for those
with disabilities/special needs
5.3%
0.0%
1.1%
0.0%
Adult sports
1.3%
0.0%
1.1%
1.0%
Art programs (painting, drawing,
ceramics, etc.)
1.3%
2.7%
4.8%
1.0%
Art performances (band, choir, dance,
festivals, orchestra, exhibitions)
5.3%
5.4%
5.2%
4.8%
Before or after school care programs
1.3%
1.4%
2.6%
1.9%
Dog park programs
0.0%
4.1%
0.7%
1.0%
Educational classes/lectures
4.0%
2.7%
2.2%
2.9%
eSports programs/leagues/tournaments
1.3%
2.7%
0.7%
0.0%
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock
climbing)
1.3%
2.7%
2.2%
3.8%
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you and the members of your household?
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Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. 3rd choice (Cont.)
Family programming (activities targeted
for multi-generational participation)
2.7%
6.8%
5.5%
3.8%
Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga,
walking, hiking)
10.7%
9.5%
7.7%
10.6%
Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance,
gymnastics, karate, gardening, crafts,
skills)
10.7%
9.5%
10.0%
13.5%
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
5.3%
6.8%
4.1%
1.9%
Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e.,
programming brought directly to
neighborhoods)
5.3%
1.4%
1.5%
3.8%
Nature programs/environmental
education
1.3%
1.4%
3.0%
1.0%
Older adult/senior social programs
2.7%
4.1%
4.1%
1.0%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. 3rd choice (Cont.)
Out of school programs (break camps,
summer recreation, etc.)
2.7%
2.7%
4.1%
1.9%
Preschool programs
0.0%
1.4%
1.1%
0.0%
Science/technology programs (kids
outdoor science programs/computer
classes, etc.)
0.0%
0.0%
1.8%
5.8%
Special events/festivals
4.0%
4.1%
6.3%
7.7%
Teen programs
1.3%
0.0%
1.5%
2.9%
Volunteer opportunities
1.3%
2.7%
2.2%
1.9%
Water fitness programs
0.0%
5.4%
3.3%
1.9%
Youth sports programs (basketball/
softball/soccer/swim, etc.)
0.0%
1.4%
3.0%
3.8%
None chosen
30.7%
21.6%
20.3%
22.1%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. 4th choice
Adaptive recreation programs for those
with disabilities/special needs
2.7%
0.0%
0.7%
1.0%
Adult sports
2.7%
0.0%
1.5%
2.9%
Art programs (painting, drawing,
ceramics, etc.)
1.3%
1.4%
1.8%
1.0%
Art performances (band, choir, dance,
festivals, orchestra, exhibitions)
6.7%
0.0%
3.3%
1.9%
Before or after school care programs
0.0%
0.0%
0.7%
1.0%
Dog park programs
0.0%
0.0%
1.8%
1.9%
Educational classes/lectures
2.7%
1.4%
3.7%
5.8%
eSports programs/leagues/tournaments
0.0%
1.4%
1.1%
2.9%
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock
climbing)
0.0%
2.7%
2.2%
3.8%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. 4th choice (Cont.)
Family programming (activities targeted
for multi-generational participation)
1.3%
4.1%
4.8%
1.9%
Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga,
walking, hiking)
2.7%
8.1%
3.0%
4.8%
Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance,
gymnastics, karate, gardening, crafts,
skills)
8.0%
6.8%
9.6%
2.9%
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
1.3%
1.4%
4.1%
1.0%
Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e.,
programming brought directly to
neighborhoods)
2.7%
4.1%
1.1%
4.8%
Nature programs/environmental
education
2.7%
5.4%
3.3%
1.9%
Older adult/senior social programs
2.7%
4.1%
3.7%
3.8%
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you and the members of your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. 4th choice (Cont.)
Out of school programs (break camps,
summer recreation, etc.)
2.7%
4.1%
0.7%
1.9%
Preschool programs
0.0%
0.0%
1.8%
1.9%
Science/technology programs (kids
outdoor science programs/computer
classes, etc.)
0.0%
2.7%
1.8%
1.9%
Special events/festivals
6.7%
6.8%
8.1%
10.6%
Teen programs
0.0%
2.7%
2.6%
1.9%
Volunteer opportunities
10.7%
1.4%
2.2%
6.7%
Water fitness programs
5.3%
8.1%
3.7%
1.0%
Youth sports programs (basketball/
softball/soccer/swim, etc.)
2.7%
8.1%
3.7%
1.9%
None chosen
34.7%
25.7%
28.8%
28.8%
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household? (top 4)
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. Top choice
Adaptive recreation programs for those
with disabilities/special needs
14.7%
10.8%
9.6%
6.7%
Adult sports
12.0%
16.2%
12.2%
11.5%
Art programs (painting, drawing,
ceramics, etc.)
26.7%
18.9%
23.2%
20.2%
Art performances (band, choir, dance,
festivals, orchestra, exhibitions)
24.0%
20.3%
22.9%
15.4%
Before or after school care programs
8.0%
13.5%
10.7%
9.6%
Dog park programs
10.7%
16.2%
12.9%
11.5%
Educational classes/lectures
20.0%
16.2%
14.0%
16.3%
eSports programs/leagues/tournaments
2.7%
5.4%
3.7%
2.9%
Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock
climbing)
2.7%
10.8%
9.6%
12.5%
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household? (top 4)
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. Top choice (Cont.)
Family programming (activities targeted
for multi-generational participation)
13.3%
21.6%
21.4%
13.5%
Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga,
walking, hiking)
21.3%
24.3%
24.0%
28.8%
Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance,
gymnastics, karate, gardening, crafts,
skills)
29.3%
24.3%
28.4%
30.8%
Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
12.0%
17.6%
17.7%
11.5%
Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e.,
programming brought directly to
neighborhoods)
12.0%
9.5%
6.3%
11.5%
Nature programs/environmental
education
8.0%
10.8%
9.6%
11.5%
Older adult/senior social programs
10.7%
12.2%
12.2%
9.6%
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Q13. Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed in Question 12 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household? (top 4)
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q13. Top choice (Cont.)
Out of school programs (break camps,
summer recreation, etc.)
5.3%
10.8%
7.4%
5.8%
Preschool programs
1.3%
1.4%
5.2%
2.9%
Science/technology programs (kids
outdoor science programs/computer
classes, etc.)
0.0%
4.1%
5.5%
10.6%
Special events/festivals
16.0%
13.5%
21.8%
32.7%
Teen programs
2.7%
5.4%
8.1%
8.7%
Volunteer opportunities
14.7%
5.4%
7.0%
10.6%
Water fitness programs
9.3%
14.9%
10.3%
4.8%
Youth sports programs (basketball/
softball/soccer/swim, etc.)
6.7%
17.6%
13.3%
13.5%
None chosen
25.3%
13.5%
14.4%
17.3%
Q14. Do you live in a neighborhood managed by a homeowner's association (HOA)?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q14. Do you live in a neighborhood managed by a homeowner's association
Yes
89.3%
52.7%
80.4%
94.2%
No
8.0%
45.9%
18.8%
4.8%
Not provided
2.7%
1.4%
0.7%
1.0%
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WITHOUT NOT PROVIDED
Q14. Do you live in a neighborhood managed by a homeowner's association (HOA)? (without "not
provided")
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q14. Do you live in a neighborhood managed by a homeowner's association
Yes
91.8%
53.4%
81.0%
95.1%
No
8.2%
46.6%
19.0%
4.9%
Q14a. Do you or members of your household use any facilities/amenities or participate in any programs
offered by your HOA?
N=422
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q14a. Do you use any facilities/amenities or participate in any programs offered by your HOA
Yes
68.7%
15.4%
38.1%
77.6%
No
28.4%
76.9%
60.1%
22.4%
Not provided
3.0%
7.7%
1.8%
0.0%
WITHOUT NOT PROVIDED
Q14a. Do you or members of your household use any facilities/amenities or participate in any programs
offered by your HOA? (without "not provided")
N=422
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q14a. Do you use any facilities/amenities or participate in any programs offered by your HOA
Yes
70.8%
16.7%
38.8%
77.6%
No
29.2%
83.3%
61.2%
22.4%
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Q14b. How would you rate the overall quality of the parks and/or recreation amenities and programs
offered by your HOA?
N=211
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q14b. How would you rate overall quality of parks and/or recreation amenities & programs
Excellent
34.8%
16.7%
13.3%
27.6%
Good
34.8%
16.7%
34.9%
50.0%
Fair
19.6%
16.7%
36.1%
18.4%
Poor
10.9%
50.0%
14.5%
2.6%
Not provided
0.0%
0.0%
1.2%
1.3%
WITHOUT NOT PROVIDED
Q14b. How would you rate the overall quality of the parks and/or recreation amenities and programs
offered by your HOA? (without "not provided")
N=211
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q14b. How would you rate overall quality of parks and/or recreation amenities & programs
Excellent
34.8%
16.7%
13.4%
28.0%
Good
34.8%
16.7%
35.4%
50.7%
Fair
19.6%
16.7%
36.6%
18.7%
Poor
10.9%
50.0%
14.6%
2.7%
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Q14c. Overall, how well are your household's needs for parks and recreation amenities and programs being
met by your HOA?
N=211
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q14c. How well are your household's needs for parks & recreation amenities & program
Fully met
23.9%
16.7%
2.4%
14.5%
Mostly met
34.8%
0.0%
32.5%
46.1%
Partly met
23.9%
33.3%
39.8%
32.9%
Not met
17.4%
50.0%
22.9%
6.6%
Not provided
0.0%
0.0%
2.4%
0.0%
WITHOUT NOT PROVIDED
Q14c. Overall, how well are your household's needs for parks and recreation amenities and programs being
met by your HOA? (without "not provided")
N=211
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q14c. How well are your household's needs for parks & recreation amenities & program
Fully met
23.9%
16.7%
2.5%
14.5%
Mostly met
34.8%
0.0%
33.3%
46.1%
Partly met
23.9%
33.3%
40.7%
32.9%
Not met
17.4%
50.0%
23.5%
6.6%
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Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its parks and recreation
system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-1. Add dog parks or off-leash areas to existing or new parks
Very supportive
28.0%
33.8%
29.9%
35.6%
Somewhat supportive
24.0%
31.1%
33.9%
26.9%
Not sure
28.0%
20.3%
24.7%
21.2%
Not supportive
20.0%
14.9%
11.4%
16.3%
Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its parks and recreation
system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-2. Build additional sports courts (basketball, tennis, pickleball, volleyball, mini-pitch soccer)
Very supportive
33.3%
55.4%
48.0%
51.0%
Somewhat supportive
20.0%
20.3%
30.6%
21.2%
Not sure
37.3%
18.9%
17.7%
18.3%
Not supportive
9.3%
5.4%
3.7%
9.6%
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system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-3. Construct new aquatic facilities
Very supportive
53.3%
60.8%
67.2%
54.8%
Somewhat supportive
10.7%
27.0%
16.6%
18.3%
Not sure
29.3%
9.5%
13.7%
22.1%
Not supportive
6.7%
2.7%
2.6%
4.8%
Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its parks and recreation
system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-4. Construct signature & themed playground structures to new or existing parks
Very supportive
37.3%
45.9%
50.9%
34.6%
Somewhat supportive
21.3%
27.0%
22.1%
26.0%
Not sure
32.0%
18.9%
22.5%
27.9%
Not supportive
9.3%
8.1%
4.4%
11.5%
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system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-5. Develop more sports field complexes (baseball, football, soccer, softball)
Very supportive
25.3%
47.3%
38.0%
36.5%
Somewhat supportive
24.0%
20.3%
31.4%
24.0%
Not sure
36.0%
25.7%
24.7%
31.7%
Not supportive
14.7%
6.8%
5.9%
7.7%
Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its parks and recreation
system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-6. Expand inclusion services or accessibility to programs for those with disabilities
Very supportive
38.7%
52.7%
52.0%
35.6%
Somewhat supportive
25.3%
27.0%
20.7%
24.0%
Not sure
32.0%
17.6%
25.1%
34.6%
Not supportive
4.0%
2.7%
2.2%
5.8%
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system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-7. Identify & acquire land to develop more City parks throughout Buckeye
Very supportive
50.7%
64.9%
62.4%
58.7%
Somewhat supportive
26.7%
13.5%
20.3%
19.2%
Not sure
20.0%
13.5%
14.8%
17.3%
Not supportive
2.7%
8.1%
2.6%
4.8%
Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its parks and recreation
system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-8. Improve existing aquatic facility
Very supportive
38.7%
64.9%
59.4%
37.5%
Somewhat supportive
18.7%
21.6%
19.9%
19.2%
Not sure
36.0%
12.2%
18.5%
36.5%
Not supportive
6.7%
1.4%
2.2%
6.7%
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system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-9. Increase sports programs & services
Very supportive
36.0%
50.0%
45.8%
36.5%
Somewhat supportive
21.3%
25.7%
29.5%
25.0%
Not sure
38.7%
18.9%
21.8%
34.6%
Not supportive
4.0%
5.4%
3.0%
3.8%
Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its parks and recreation
system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-10. Increase variety & number of recreation programming opportunities
Very supportive
37.3%
51.4%
53.5%
44.2%
Somewhat supportive
29.3%
35.1%
25.8%
27.9%
Not sure
30.7%
10.8%
19.6%
25.0%
Not supportive
2.7%
2.7%
1.1%
2.9%
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system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-11. Install public art (sculptures, murals) at City parks & facilities
Very supportive
34.7%
44.6%
39.9%
30.8%
Somewhat supportive
18.7%
25.7%
26.9%
23.1%
Not sure
28.0%
17.6%
21.8%
28.8%
Not supportive
18.7%
12.2%
11.4%
17.3%
Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its parks and recreation
system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-12. Invest in updating & improving existing City parks
Very supportive
45.3%
67.6%
55.4%
43.3%
Somewhat supportive
21.3%
20.3%
30.6%
29.8%
Not sure
28.0%
8.1%
12.5%
24.0%
Not supportive
5.3%
4.1%
1.5%
2.9%
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Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its parks and recreation
system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-13. Develop new indoor recreation facilities
Very supportive
52.0%
73.0%
66.4%
59.6%
Somewhat supportive
20.0%
13.5%
19.2%
25.0%
Not sure
24.0%
12.2%
13.3%
13.5%
Not supportive
4.0%
1.4%
1.1%
1.9%
Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its parks and recreation
system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-14. Develop new multi-use paths or trails
Very supportive
48.0%
47.3%
52.4%
56.7%
Somewhat supportive
25.3%
24.3%
28.4%
26.9%
Not sure
21.3%
21.6%
17.3%
11.5%
Not supportive
5.3%
6.8%
1.8%
4.8%
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Q15. The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its parks and recreation
system. Please indicate your support for each potential action.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q15-15. Preserve open space & high-value natural resources such as mountains, rivers, etc.
Very supportive
66.7%
83.8%
70.5%
76.9%
Somewhat supportive
13.3%
10.8%
15.5%
13.5%
Not sure
16.0%
2.7%
12.5%
8.7%
Not supportive
4.0%
2.7%
1.5%
1.0%
Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q16. Top choice
Add dog parks or off-leash areas to
existing or new parks
10.7%
9.5%
6.6%
9.6%
Build additional sports courts (basketball,
tennis, pickleball, volleyball, mini-pitch
soccer)
5.3%
21.6%
11.8%
12.5%
Construct new aquatic facilities
24.0%
24.3%
26.2%
10.6%
Construct signature & themed playground
structures to new or existing parks
1.3%
4.1%
5.2%
5.8%
Develop more sports field complexes
(baseball, football, soccer, softball)
1.3%
2.7%
2.6%
2.9%
Expand inclusion services or
accessibility to programs for those with
disabilities
4.0%
5.4%
5.9%
2.9%
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N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q16. Top choice (Cont.)
Identify & acquire land to develop more
City parks throughout Buckeye
2.7%
4.1%
6.3%
8.7%
Improve existing aquatic facility
2.7%
2.7%
2.2%
0.0%
Increase sports programs & services
1.3%
1.4%
0.4%
0.0%
Increase variety & number of recreation
programming opportunities
2.7%
4.1%
1.1%
2.9%
Install public art (sculptures, murals) at
City parks & facilities
1.3%
0.0%
0.4%
1.9%
Invest in updating & improving existing
City parks
0.0%
2.7%
0.7%
1.0%
Develop new indoor recreation facilities
4.0%
1.4%
7.7%
7.7%
Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q16. Top choice (Cont.)
Develop new multi-use paths or trails
5.3%
0.0%
2.6%
7.7%
Preserve open space & high-value natural
resources such as mountains, rivers, etc.
17.3%
12.2%
12.2%
21.2%
None chosen
16.0%
4.1%
8.1%
4.8%
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N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q16. 2nd choice
Add dog parks or off-leash areas to
existing or new parks
4.0%
4.1%
2.6%
2.9%
Build additional sports courts (basketball,
tennis, pickleball, volleyball, mini-pitch
soccer)
8.0%
13.5%
7.0%
10.6%
Construct new aquatic facilities
6.7%
8.1%
11.8%
7.7%
Construct signature & themed playground
structures to new or existing parks
2.7%
4.1%
6.3%
2.9%
Develop more sports field complexes
(baseball, football, soccer, softball)
1.3%
9.5%
3.0%
5.8%
Expand inclusion services or
accessibility to programs for those with
disabilities
6.7%
1.4%
3.3%
3.8%
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N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q16. 2nd choice (Cont.)
Identify & acquire land to develop more
City parks throughout Buckeye
12.0%
5.4%
10.0%
10.6%
Improve existing aquatic facility
6.7%
9.5%
9.2%
6.7%
Increase sports programs & services
0.0%
4.1%
1.1%
4.8%
Increase variety & number of recreation
programming opportunities
2.7%
0.0%
4.4%
4.8%
Install public art (sculptures, murals) at
City parks & facilities
4.0%
1.4%
2.2%
4.8%
Invest in updating & improving existing
City parks
1.3%
5.4%
4.4%
1.9%
Develop new indoor recreation facilities
8.0%
14.9%
8.9%
5.8%
Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q16. 2nd choice (Cont.)
Develop new multi-use paths or trails
8.0%
4.1%
8.1%
4.8%
Preserve open space & high-value natural
resources such as mountains, rivers, etc.
5.3%
4.1%
6.6%
15.4%
None chosen
22.7%
10.8%
11.1%
6.7%
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N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q16. 3rd choice
Add dog parks or off-leash areas to
existing or new parks
2.7%
8.1%
4.1%
6.7%
Build additional sports courts (basketball,
tennis, pickleball, volleyball, mini-pitch
soccer)
0.0%
2.7%
4.1%
1.9%
Construct new aquatic facilities
2.7%
5.4%
4.4%
8.7%
Construct signature & themed playground
structures to new or existing parks
1.3%
1.4%
6.3%
3.8%
Develop more sports field complexes
(baseball, football, soccer, softball)
1.3%
6.8%
3.7%
3.8%
Expand inclusion services or
accessibility to programs for those with
disabilities
2.7%
5.4%
3.3%
1.0%
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Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q16. 3rd choice (Cont.)
Identify & acquire land to develop more
City parks throughout Buckeye
8.0%
5.4%
8.1%
10.6%
Improve existing aquatic facility
5.3%
6.8%
4.4%
4.8%
Increase sports programs & services
8.0%
5.4%
3.7%
4.8%
Increase variety & number of recreation
programming opportunities
5.3%
8.1%
5.2%
5.8%
Install public art (sculptures, murals) at
City parks & facilities
4.0%
5.4%
4.4%
4.8%
Invest in updating & improving existing
City parks
8.0%
1.4%
5.5%
1.9%
Develop new indoor recreation facilities
10.7%
14.9%
17.0%
13.5%
Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q16. 3rd choice (Cont.)
Develop new multi-use paths or trails
4.0%
1.4%
3.0%
9.6%
Preserve open space & high-value natural
resources such as mountains, rivers, etc.
9.3%
9.5%
8.5%
6.7%
None chosen
26.7%
12.2%
14.4%
11.5%
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Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
(top 3)
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q16. Top choice
Add dog parks or off-leash areas to
existing or new parks
17.3%
21.6%
13.3%
19.2%
Build additional sports courts (basketball,
tennis, pickleball, volleyball, mini-pitch
soccer)
13.3%
37.8%
22.9%
25.0%
Construct new aquatic facilities
33.3%
37.8%
42.4%
26.9%
Construct signature & themed playground
structures to new or existing parks
5.3%
9.5%
17.7%
12.5%
Develop more sports field complexes
(baseball, football, soccer, softball)
4.0%
18.9%
9.2%
12.5%
Expand inclusion services or
accessibility to programs for those with
disabilities
13.3%
12.2%
12.5%
7.7%
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Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
(top 3)
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q16. Top choice (Cont.)
Identify & acquire land to develop more
City parks throughout Buckeye
22.7%
14.9%
24.4%
29.8%
Improve existing aquatic facility
14.7%
18.9%
15.9%
11.5%
Increase sports programs & services
9.3%
10.8%
5.2%
9.6%
Increase variety & number of recreation
programming opportunities
10.7%
12.2%
10.7%
13.5%
Install public art (sculptures, murals) at
City parks & facilities
9.3%
6.8%
7.0%
11.5%
Invest in updating & improving existing
City parks
9.3%
9.5%
10.7%
4.8%
Develop new indoor recreation facilities
22.7%
31.1%
33.6%
26.9%
SUM OF TOP 3 CHOICES
Q16. Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your household?
(top 3)
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q16. Top choice (Cont.)
Develop new multi-use paths or trails
17.3%
5.4%
13.7%
22.1%
Preserve open space & high-value natural
resources such as mountains, rivers, etc.
32.0%
25.7%
27.3%
43.3%
None chosen
16.0%
4.1%
8.1%
4.8%
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Q17. Please rate your level of support for dedicated funding options that enable the preservation of open
spaces and development of parks, trails, and recreation facilities in Buckeye. This could include revenue
bonds, a dedicated sales tax initiative similar to Scottsdale, or other agreeable options.
N=524
Planning Area
North Buckeye
+ Sun Valley
Parkway
West + South +
Historic
Buckeye
Central
Buckeye
East Buckeye
Q17. Your level of support for dedicated funding options that enable preservation of open spaces & development of
parks, trails, & recreation facilities
Very supportive
42.7%
41.9%
41.0%
34.6%
Somewhat supportive
25.3%
32.4%
34.7%
34.6%
Not sure
22.7%
24.3%
20.3%
24.0%
Not supportive
9.3%
1.4%
4.1%
6.7%
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Terms and Conditions
Response to Mandatory
Specifications and
Forms
6
Survey Instrument
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June 2024
Re: City of Buckeye Parks & Recreation Master Plan Survey
Dear City of Buckeye Resident:
The City of Buckeye’s Community Services Department is conducting a Parks and Recreation Master Plan
needs assessment survey. The results of this survey will be used to establish priorities for parks and
recreation facilities, amenities, and programs.
Your household was one of a limited number selected at random to receive this survey, therefore it is
very important that you participate to help us understand YOUR needs and priorities. We greatly value
your time and feedback.
The City of Buckeye has selected ETC Institute, an independent consulting company, as our partner to
administer this survey. Your responses will remain confidential.
We expect this survey to take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. The time you invest in
completing this survey will help us take a resident-driven approach to making decisions about the future
of our municipal parks and recreation system, thus improving the quality of life for all residents.
You can take the survey one of two ways:
1) Paper survey enclosed. Please return your completed survey in the enclosed, postage-paid
envelope addressed to ETC Institute, 725 W. Frontier Circle, Olathe, KS 66061.
2) Online via BuckeyeSurvey.org.
At the end of the survey, you will have an opportunity to opt-in for a chance to win one (1) $500
prepaid Visa gift card for fully completing your survey. The gift card will be sent via email and limited
to one entry per household.
We appreciate your time to help shape the future of parks and recreation in Buckeye. If you have any
questions, please feel free to contact Robert Wisener, Deputy Director of Community Services at 623-
349-6621 or rwisener@buckeyeaz.gov.
Sincerely,
Miranda Gomez
Community Services Director
Si desea completar su encuesta en español, llame al 1-844-811-0411 o visite BuckeyeSurvey.org, donde está
disponible una versión de la encuesta en español.
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2024 City of Buckeye Parks Needs Assessment Survey
The City of Buckeye would like your input to help determine park and recreation priorities for our community.
This survey will take 15-20 minutes to complete. If you would like to complete this survey online, please go to
BuckeyeSurvey.org. We appreciate your time. At the end of this survey, you will have an opportunity to opt-in
for a chance to win one (1) $500 prepaid Visa gift card for fully completing your survey.
1.
Counting yourself, how many people in your household are...
Under age 5: ____
Ages 5-9:
____
Ages 10-14: ____
Ages 15-19: ____
Ages 20-24: ____
Ages 25-34: ____
Ages 35-44: ____
Ages 45-54: ____
Ages 55-64: ____
Ages 65-74: ____
Ages 75+:
____
2.
Have you or other members of your household visited any parks or recreation facilities offered
by the City of Buckeye during the past 12 months such as Sundance Park, Earl Edgar Park, Town
Park, Dr. Saide Recreation Center, Sundance Recreation Center, Senior Center, etc?
____(1) Yes [Answer Q2a-b.]
____(2) No [Skip to Q2b.]
2a.
How would you rate the overall quality of the City parks and recreation facilities that you
or members of your household have visited during the past 12 months?
____(4) Excellent
____(3) Good
____(2) Fair
____(1) Poor
2b.
Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT VISITED or do not visit City parks and
recreation facilities offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN. [Check ALL that apply.]
____(01) Use HOA parks and facilities in my neighborhood
____(02) Use other city, county or state parks and facilities
____(03) Too far from home
____(04) Not aware of park or facility locations
____(05) Parks/facilities are outdated/not well maintained
____(06) Lack of features we want to use
____(07) Lack of parking
____(08) I am too busy
____(09) Do not feel safe using parks/facilities
____(10) Lack of ADA accessibility
____(11) Do not feel welcomed/accommodated
____(12) Lack of transportation
____(13) Lack of restrooms
____(14) Language/cultural barriers/age barriers
____(15) Fees are too high/lack of financial
assistance
____(16) Other:
____(17) None, we visit frequently
3.
Do you live within a 10-minute walk from a park? ____(1) Yes [Answer Q3a.]
____(2) No [Go to Q4.]
3a.
Have you used the park in the past 12 months? ____(1) Yes
____(2) No
4.
Have you or other members of your household participated in any recreation programs/activities
offered by the City of Buckeye during the past 12 months?
____(1) Yes [Answer Q4a-b.]
____(2) No [Skip to Q4b.]
4a.
How would you rate the overall quality of programs/activities that you or members of your
household have participated in during the past 12 months?
____(4) Excellent
____(3) Good
____(2) Fair
____(1) Poor
4b.
Please CHECK ALL the reasons why you have NOT PARTICIPATED in or DO NOT
PARTICIPATE in programs offered by the City of Buckeye MORE OFTEN. [Check ALL that
apply.]
____(01) Classes/programs/events are full
____(02) Facilities are not well maintained
____(03) Facilities are too far from my home
____(04) Fees are too high
____(05) I do not feel safe
____(06) I do not feel welcome
____(07) I do not know the locations
____(08) I do not know what is offered
____(09) I use services of other agencies
____(10) Lack of parking
____(11) Lack of quality programming
____(12) Lack of transportation
____(13) Language/cultural/age barriers
____(14) No safe walking/biking routes
____(15) Not interested
____(16) Offerings do not meet my interests
____(17) Use private sports clubs/leagues
____(18) Registration process is difficult
____(19) Times of offerings are inconvenient
____(20) Too busy
____(21) Other:
____(22) None, there are no barriers
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5.
Please CHECK ALL of the organizations you or members of your household use for recreation
programs and facilities.
____(01) City of Buckeye
____(02) Neighboring cities
____(03) Maricopa County
____(04) Homeowners Associations (HOA)
____(05) Private sports clubs/leagues
____(06) Private fitness centers
____(07) Local schools/colleges/universities
____(08) Churches or other religious organizations
____(09) Other:
____(10) None of these
6.
Please rate your level of agreement with the following statements about some potential benefits
of Buckeye's Parks and Recreation services.
Parks and recreation services in Buckeye...
Strongly
Agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly
Disagree Don't Know
01. Improve my (my household's) mental health and reduces stress
5
4
3
2
1
9
02. Improve my (my household's) physical health and fitness
5
4
3
2
1
9
03. Increase my (my household's) property value
5
4
3
2
1
9
04. Improve my (my household's) overall quality of life
5
4
3
2
1
9
05. Are age-friendly and accessible to all age groups
5
4
3
2
1
9
06. Make Buckeye a more desirable place to live
5
4
3
2
1
9
07. Preserve open space and protect the environment
5
4
3
2
1
9
08. Provide positive social interactions for me (my household/family)
5
4
3
2
1
9
09. Provide historic preservation of Buckeye's heritage
5
4
3
2
1
9
10. Other (please specify): _________________________________
5
4
3
2
1
9
7.
Please rate your satisfaction using a scale of 5 to 1, where 5 means "Very Satisfied" and 1 means
"Very Dissatisfied," with the overall value your household receives from the City of Buckeye
Community Services Department.
____(5) Very satisfied
____(4) Somewhat satisfied
____(3) Neutral
____(2) Somewhat dissatisfied
____(1) Very dissatisfied
____(9) Don't know
8.
How do you currently learn about recreation facilities, programs, and services that are offered by
the City of Buckeye? [Check ALL that apply.]
____(01) Eye on Buckeye publication
____(02) City website
____(03) Email blasts/newsletters
____(04) Program fliers/registration forms
____(05) From friends and neighbors
____(06) Social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
____(07) Newspaper
____(08) Conversations with City staff
____(09) Television
____(10) Neighborhood/civic newsletters
____(11) Recreation center bulletin boards
____(12) Schools
____(13) Other:
9.
Which TWO of the sources of information do you MOST PREFER to use to get information? [Write
in your answers below using the numbers from the list in Question 8, or circle "NONE."]
1st: ____
2nd: ____
NONE
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10.
A variety of recreation facilities and amenities are listed below. Please indicate how well your
needs for each facility or amenity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are
"Fully Met" and 1 means your needs are "Not Met" at all. If you do not have a need for one of the
items listed, please circle "9" for "No Need."
Facilities and Amenities
Fully Met
Mostly Met
Partly Met
Not Met
No Need
01. Amphitheater space
4
3
2
1
9
02. Aquatic/pool facilities
4
3
2
1
9
03. Baseball/softball fields
4
3
2
1
9
04. Basketball courts
4
3
2
1
9
05. Bike parks (pump/skills tracks)
4
3
2
1
9
06. Cultural centers for visual and performing arts
4
3
2
1
9
07. Dedicated amenities for those with disabilities
4
3
2
1
9
08. Disc golf course
4
3
2
1
9
09. Environmental education/nature center
4
3
2
1
9
10. E-sports gaming facilities
4
3
2
1
9
11. Fishing areas
4
3
2
1
9
12. Fitness and exercise facilities
4
3
2
1
9
13. Golf courses
4
3
2
1
9
14. Indoor basketball/volleyball courts or other indoor sporting practice
facilities
4
3
2
1
9
15. Meeting rooms
4
3
2
1
9
16. Multi-use paths
4
3
2
1
9
17. Natural areas/preserves
4
3
2
1
9
18. Off-leash dog parks
4
3
2
1
9
19. Off-road vehicle trails
4
3
2
1
9
20. Outdoor adventure activities (e.g., zip lines, climbing walls)
4
3
2
1
9
21. Outdoor games (ping pong, bocce, horseshoes)
4
3
2
1
9
22. Paved multi-use paths
4
3
2
1
9
23. Pickleball courts
4
3
2
1
9
24. Picnic areas
4
3
2
1
9
25. Playground areas
4
3
2
1
9
26. Public art (sculptures, murals)
4
3
2
1
9
27. Recreation/community center
4
3
2
1
9
28. Senior center
4
3
2
1
9
29. Skateboard parks
4
3
2
1
9
30. Soccer/football fields
4
3
2
1
9
31. Splash pads/spray parks
4
3
2
1
9
32. Tennis courts
4
3
2
1
9
33. Unpaved trails
4
3
2
1
9
34. Volleyball courts
4
3
2
1
9
35. Other (explain): ___________________________________________
4
3
2
1
9
11.
Which FOUR of the facilities and amenities listed above do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to
you and the members of your household? [Write in your answers below using the numbers from the
list in Question 10. If you don't believe any of these are important, circle "NONE."]
1st: ____
2nd: ____
3rd: ____
4th: ____
NONE
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12.
A variety of recreation programs and activities are listed below. Please indicate how well your
needs for each program or activity are met on a scale of 4 to 1, where 4 means your needs are
"Fully Met" and 1 means your needs are "Not Met" at all. If you do not have a need for one of the
items listed, please circle "9" for "No Need."
Programs and Activities
Fully Met
Mostly Met
Partly Met
Not Met
No Need
01. Adaptive recreation programs for those with disabilities/special needs
4
3
2
1
9
02. Adult sports
4
3
2
1
9
03. Art programs (painting, drawing, ceramics, etc.)
4
3
2
1
9
04. Art performances (band, choir, dance, festivals, orchestra, exhibitions)
4
3
2
1
9
05. Before or after school care programs
4
3
2
1
9
06. Dog park programs
4
3
2
1
9
07. Educational classes/lectures
4
3
2
1
9
08. E-sports programs/leagues/tournaments
4
3
2
1
9
09. Extreme sports (rope climbing, rock climbing)
4
3
2
1
9
10. Family programming (activities targeted for multi-generational
participation)
4
3
2
1
9
11. Fitness programs (boot camp, yoga, walking, hiking)
4
3
2
1
9
12. Hobby/interest classes (cooking, dance, gymnastics, karate,
gardening, crafts, skills)
4
3
2
1
9
13. Swim lessons/aquatic safety education
4
3
2
1
9
14. Mobile or "pop-up" programs (i.e., programming brought directly to
neighborhoods)
4
3
2
1
9
15. Nature programs/environmental education
4
3
2
1
9
16. Older adult/senior social programs
4
3
2
1
9
17. Out of school programs (break camps, summer recreation, etc.)
4
3
2
1
9
18. Preschool programs
4
3
2
1
9
19. Science/technology programs (kids outdoor science
programs/computer classes, etc.)
4
3
2
1
9
20. Special events/festivals
4
3
2
1
9
21. Teen programs
4
3
2
1
9
22. Volunteer opportunities
4
3
2
1
9
23. Water fitness programs
4
3
2
1
9
24. Youth sports programs (basketball/softball/soccer/swim, etc.)
4
3
2
1
9
25. Other (explain): ___________________________________________
4
3
2
1
9
13.
Which FOUR of the programs or activities listed above do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to you
and the members of your household? [Write in your answers below using the numbers from the list in
Question 12. If you don't believe any of these are important, circle "NONE."]
1st: ____
2nd: ____
3rd: ____
4th: ____
NONE
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14.
Do you live in a neighborhood managed by a homeowner's association (HOA)?
____(1) Yes [Answer Q14a.]
____(2) No [Skip to Q15.]
14a.
Do you or members of your household use any facilities/amenities or participate in any
programs offered by your HOA?
____(1) Yes [Answer Q14b-c.]
____(2) No [Skip to Q15.]
14b.
How would you rate the overall quality of the parks and/or recreation amenities and
programs offered by your HOA?
____(4) Excellent
____(3) Good
____(2) Fair
____(1) Poor
14c.
Overall, how well are your household's needs for parks and recreation amenities and
programs being met by your HOA?
____(4) Fully met
____(3) Mostly met
____(2) Partly met
____(1) Not met
15.
The following is a list of actions the City of Buckeye could take to improve its parks and recreation
system. Please indicate your support for each potential action by circling the corresponding
number to the right.
Types of Improvements
Very
Supportive
Somewhat
Supportive
Not Sure
Not
Supportive
01. Add dog parks or off-leash areas to existing or new parks
4
3
2
1
02. Build additional sports courts (basketball, tennis, pickleball, volleyball,
mini-pitch soccer)
4
3
2
1
03. Construct new aquatic facilities
4
3
2
1
04. Construct signature and themed playground structures to new or
existing parks
4
3
2
1
05. Develop more sports field complexes (baseball, football, soccer,
softball)
4
3
2
1
06. Expand inclusion services or accessibility to programs for those with
disabilities
4
3
2
1
07. Identify and acquire land to develop more city parks throughout
Buckeye
4
3
2
1
08. Improve existing aquatic facility
4
3
2
1
09. Increase sports programs and services
4
3
2
1
10. Increase the variety and number of recreation programming
opportunities
4
3
2
1
11. Install public art (sculptures, murals) at city parks and facilities
4
3
2
1
12. Invest in updating and improving existing City parks
4
3
2
1
13. Develop new indoor recreation facilities
4
3
2
1
14. Develop new multi-use paths or trails
4
3
2
1
15. Preserve open space and high-value natural resources such as
mountains, rivers, etc.
4
3
2
1
16.
Which THREE improvements from the list in Question 15 are MOST IMPORTANT to your
household? [Write in your answers below using the numbers from the list in Question 15, or circle
"NONE."]
1st: ____
2nd: ____
3rd: ____
NONE
17.
Please rate your level of support for dedicated funding options that enable the preservation of
open spaces and development of parks, trails, and recreation facilities in Buckeye. This could
include revenue bonds, a dedicated sales tax initiative similar to Scottsdale, or other agreeable
options.
____(4) Very supportive
____(3) Somewhat supportive
____(2) Not sure
____(1) Not supportive
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Demographics
Our final questions are about you and the members of your household.
Your individual responses will remain anonymous.
18.
What is your age?
______ years
19.
Your gender:
____(1) Male
____(2) Female
____(3) I identify another way:
20.
How many years have you lived in the City of Buckeye?
______ years
21.
Which of the following best describes your race/ethnicity? [Check all that apply.]
____(01) Asian or Asian Indian
____(02) Black or African American
____(03) American Indian or Alaska Native
____(04) White or Caucasian
____(05) Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
____(06) Hispanic, Spanish, or Latino/a/x
____(99) Other:
22.
Would you say your total annual household income is...
____(1) Under $30,000
____(2) $30,000 to $49,999
____(3) $50,000 to $69,999
____(4) $70,000 to $89,999
____(5) $90,000 to $119,999
____(6) $120,000 to $174,999
____(7) $175,000 or more
23.
Would you be willing to participate in future surveys sponsored by the City of Buckeye?
____(1) Yes [Please answer Question 23a.]
____(2) No
23a.
Please provide your contact information.
Mobile Phone Number:
Email Address:
24.
Would you like to be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one (1) prepaid $500 Visa Gift
Card? The gift card will be sent via email and limited to one entry per household.
____(1) Yes [Answer Q24a.]
____(2) No [END SURVEY.]
24a.
Please provide your contact information.
First Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
This concludes the survey. Thank you for your time!
Please return your completed survey in the enclosed return-reply envelope addressed to:
ETC Institute, 725 W. Frontier Circle, Olathe, KS 66061
Your responses will remain completely confidential. The
information to the right will ONLY be used to help identify
the level of need in your area. Thank you!
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