Resident feedback sought on parks, trails and open space
Eagle Mountain City is asking residents to help continue shaping the future of its parks, trails and open space by participating in a new community survey.
The feedback collected will guide the City in updating its existing Parks, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan, which serves as a long-term roadmap for how recreational amenities are developed and maintained.
The City currently has a plan in place, but the City’s Public Works departments say this update will continue to ensure that it reflects both current needs and future priorities.
The finalized plan is expected to go before the City Council for adoption later this year.
“The survey gives residents a direct voice in the planning process,” says Assistant Public Works Director Zac Hilton. “We want to know what people like, what they don’t, and what they feel we need more of moving forward.”
The survey asks questions about how often residents use existing parks and trails, what types of amenities they would like to see added, and how important conservation and open space are to them.
It also gathers demographic information such as age and location in the community to help the City understand how different groups of residents are using available facilities.
Hilton said the survey is an important tool for setting priorities as Eagle Mountain continues to grow.
“This feedback can help direct the City’s decision-making in the future,” Hilton said. “Do we focus more on maintaining what we already have, or do we look at adding new parks, open spaces, and amenities? The answers we get will help guide that direction.”
In addition to the parks and open space plan, the City is also working on a separate Trails Master Plan. That effort will focus specifically on trail use, including off-highway vehicles, biking and hiking. Hilton said both plans are interconnected but are being developed in parallel to provide a more detailed approach.
The Parks, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan is scheduled for completion later this fall, with City Council adoption anticipated in November or December. Once adopted, it will serve as a reference for future development, budget planning and community investment.
“We really encourage everyone to take a few minutes to share their thoughts,” Hilton said. “Every response helps us make decisions that reflect the values and needs of our community.”
The survey is available through Eagle Mountain City’s social media channels and other communication outlets. Residents can also review the existing Parks, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan online to better understand what is already in place before giving their feedback.