Playscape Draft Concepts for Ages 2 to 5

Please take a moment to review the images for the two different concept options for the playscape and playground area for ages 2 to 5. Your input will influence the final design.

Option 1 for Ages 2 to 5

Play Equipment Option 1 offers monkey bars, a slide, a tunnel, 2-bay swing set with toddler swings, play panels, climbing ladder, and a separate musical play feature.

Play Equipment Option 1 offers monkey bars, a slide, a tunnel, 2-bay swing set with toddler swings, play panels, climbing ladder, and a separate musical play feature.

Please select the option that best represents your reaction to Option 1 for ages 2 to 5.

I'm interested! There are aspects I like, but also some I'm unsure about.
31%
I'm neutral about this design.
28%
Not very interested. It doesn't quite match my preferences or expectations.
23%
I love it! The features and design are very appealing to me.
17%
Closed to responses | 176 Responses

Option 2 for Ages 2 to 5

Play Equipment Option 2 offers a double slide, 2-bay swing set with toddler swings and an inclusive swing, tunnel, climbing ladder, seating/landing panel, and sensory play panels. Other amenities include two stools, flower jump pods, a spinner and a play hut.

Play Equipment Option 2 offers a double slide, 2-bay swing set with toddler swings and an inclusive swing, tunnel, climbing ladder, seating/landing panel, and sensory play panels. Other amenities include two stools, flower jump pods, a spinner and a play hut.

Please select the option that best represents your reaction to Option 2 for ages 2 to 5.

I love it! The features and design are very appealing to me.
42%
I'm interested! There are aspects I like, but also some I'm unsure about.
35%
Not very interested. It doesn't quite match my preferences or expectations.
15%
I'm neutral about this design.
7%
Closed to responses | 175 Responses

Now that you've reviewed the two different play equipment draft designs for ages 2-5-year-olds presented above, which is your preference?

Option 2
75%
Option 1
25%
Closed to responses | 170 Responses

Do you have additional comments you want to share about your preferred option for the playground for ages 2 to 5?

Closed for Comments

Playscape Draft Concepts for Ages 5 to 12

Please take a moment to review the images for the two different concept options for the playscape and playground area for ages 5 to 12. Your input will influence the final design.

Option A for Ages 5 to 12 - Aerial

Option A aerial image of the 5-12 play area showing play structure and play area surrounded by trees and grass

Option A aerial image of the play area for ages 5-12

Option A for Ages 5 to 12 - Equipment

Play Equipment Option A offers shaded structures, slides, 2-bay swing set plus an arched swing, bridge, climbing elements, net, monkey bars, educational panels, kids' seating areas, musical elements, and shadow play.

Play Equipment Option A offers shaded structures, Single and Double Slides, 2-bay swing set with ADA seat, Large Climbing Structure with Orb climbers, Stepping Pods, Net Pad Bridge, Leaf Climbers, Horizontal Wave Ladder, Belt Bridge, Monkey Bars, Visually Engaging Panels, Shadow Play, and Vertical Bar Spinner.

Please select the option that best represents your reaction to Option A for ages 5 to 12.

I'm interested! There are aspects I like, but also some I'm unsure about.
46%
I love it! The features and design are very appealing to me.
42%
I'm neutral about this design.
7%
Not very interested. It doesn't quite match my preferences or expectations.
5%
Closed to responses | 143 Responses

Option B for Ages 5 to 12 - Aerial

Aerial view of Option B showing balance area, main play structure with tunnels and slide, spinner, and swings

Aerial view of Option B for the play area for ages 5 to 12.

Option B for Ages 5 to 12 - Equipment

Option B playscape includes a single slide, double slide, net tunnel, cut-out climbing wall, interactive play panels, multi-level rocking table. Additional features include a multi-bay swingset, net tree climber/spinner, a rocking chair and a nature-inspired area with balance and jumping features and a covered seat.

Option B playscape includes a Single and Double Slide, Hexagon Cut-Outs Arch Climber, Vertical Tree-Post Climbers, Visual Engagement Panels, Elevated Net Crawl Tunnel, "Nature" Bouldering Access Climber. Additional features include Multi-Bay Swing Sets, Net Tree Climber/Spinner, Spinning Chair, Nature-Inspired Hopping and Balancing with Covered Relaxing Leaf Chair.

Please select the option that best represents your reaction to Option B for ages 5 to 12.

I'm interested! There are aspects I like, but also some I'm unsure about.
45%
I love it! The features and design are very appealing to me.
26%
I'm neutral about this design.
18%
Not very interested. It doesn't quite match my preferences or expectations.
11%
Closed to responses | 144 Responses

Now that you've reviewed the two different play equipment options for ages 5 to 12 presented above, which is your preference?

Option A
66%
Option B
35%
Closed to responses | 143 Responses

Do you have additional comments you want to share about your preferred option for the playground for ages 5 to 12?

Closed for Comments

In Community Survey #1, we saw strong interest in incorporating nature play elements. Your input is important to create a design that you like. Please rank the options from most preferred to least preferred.

4 images: Stump jumps with child climbing on two stumps natural seating with stumps as seats and larger stump as table creek boulders with 3 large boulders and a dry creek balance logs showing 3 children walking on a balance log

Click with a mouse (computer) or touch (phone) and drag into place.

Closed to responses | 92 Responses

Demographics

The Austin Parks and Recreation Department asks for the following information in order to help identify whether we are connecting to our diverse community effectively. We aim to have participants represent
the people in the communities we serve. Your responses are optional and appreciated.

How far do you live from the project location?

Less than 1/2 mile
57%
1/2 to 1 mile
27%
1 to 2 miles away
9%
More than 2 miles away
7%
Closed to responses | 130 Responses

What City Council District do you live in?

If you are unsure, you can use the Council District Map: https://www.austintexas.gov/government#FindDistrict.

District 1 (Natasha Harper-Madison)
District 2 (Vanessa Fuentes)
District 3 (José Velásquez)
District 4 (José “Chito” Vela)
District 5 (Ryan Alter)
District 6 (Krista Laine)
District 7 (Mike Siegel)
District 8 (Paige Ellis)
District 9 (Zohaib "Zo" Qadri)
District 10 (Marc Duchen)
I do not live in Austin
Closed to responses

How did you hear about the project?

Email from Parks and Recreation Department
29%
Family, friend, or neighbor
28%
Social Media
24%
Newsletter
5%
City of Austin website
4%
Pop-up or in-person event
4%
Yard Sign
3%
Other
3%
Flyer
1%
Closed to responses | 119 Responses

What is your age range?

Under 18
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65-74
75+
Closed to responses

Do you have children under the age of 18 who live with you?

Yes
78%
No
22%
Closed to responses | 120 Responses

What is your race/ethnicity?

American Indian or Alaska Native
Asian or Asian American
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latinx
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
White
Race or ethnicity not listed. I identify as:
Closed to responses

What is your annual household income?

Less than $25,000
$25,000 to $50,000
$50,000 to $75,000
$75,000 to $100,000
$100,000 to $200,000
More than $200,000
Closed to responses

What language is spoken at home?

Arabic
Chinese (Cantonese)
Chinese (Mandarin)
English
Spanish
Korean
Vietnamese
French
Prefer not to say
Other
Closed to responses

What is your Zip Code?