Waterford Oaks Waterpark Visioning Survey

Help us plan for the future of Waterford Oaks! As you may know, the waterpark facility at Waterford Oaks is more than 40 years old. Over the past 5-10 years, costs to operate the waterpark have outpaced the revenue we have been able to generate, and due to the nationwide lifeguard shortage, finding staff has been a challenge. Over the past 10 years we’ve had to remove features that had reached the end of their life cycle. In order to be fiscally responsible while providing new, fun and exciting services to our county residents, we are looking to re-vision the waterpark area of the park. This could be reinvestment into new waterpark features, or possibly creating a new recreational experience in that area of the park. The goal will be to create a sustainable, family-friendly, unique and engaging outdoor area that Oakland County families can continue to enjoy, while making new memories that will last a lifetime.

This survey will close at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday November 17th. We greatly value your feedback and thank you for sharing your thoughts with us!

1. In the past 5 years, how often have you visited Waterford Oaks Waterpark? *

One or two times
Three to five times
More than 5 times
I haven't been to Waterford Oaks Waterpark in the past 5 years

2. In the past 5 years have you visited any other areas of Waterford Oaks County Park besides the Waterpark? (Check all that apply) *

Paradise Peninsula Playground
Picnic Shelters or Tents
Park Trails
Sledding Hill
Platform Tennis
BMX Track
Outdoor Fitness Station
Volleyball Courts
I haven't visited any other areas of Waterford Oaks in the past 5 years
Other:

3. In the past 5 years, how often have you visited RED OAKS Waterpark in Madison Heights? *

One or two times
Three to five times
More than 5 times
I haven't been to Red Oaks Waterpark in the past 5 years

4. What are the reasons you visit Waterford Oaks Waterpark? (check all that apply) *

Spend time with family and friends
Cook out/picnic
Enjoy being outdoors
Swim in the wave pool
Spend time with little ones in the kids water playground
To beat the summer heat
I don't visit Waterford Oaks Waterpark
Other:

5. Thinking about the potential future of Waterford Oaks, how would you rank the following opportunties/experiences? *

	Very Important	Important	Somewhat Important	Not Important	Don't know or Not Applicable
Having place to grill/picnic
Having a water feature for kids 0-5
Having a water feature for kids 5-12
Having a water feature for kids and adults age 12+
Having shady places to gather with friends and family
Educational and interpretive opportunities
Picnic tables
Benches
Pavilions for rent for larger gatherings
Having zero-depth water features (no standing water)
Clean and accessible family restrooms
Drinking fountains
Spray features or "misters"

Having place to grill/picnic