Cherryland Park (Assessed by Veronica)

Cherryland Park

198 Grove Way

            As I walked into the park it felt a little bit lonely despite the fact that there were people there. People were playing basketball and horseshoes. The basketball court seemed to be the main attraction of the park because as I was leaving I saw two girls heading towards the park with a basketball. I noticed that there was a bike/skateboard ramp near the basketball court. One thing that bothered me was that a woman was smoking in the park and the worst part was that she was near the play structure. Overall, it is a nice little park to go and hang out at.

Park Assessment

Is there a play structure for toddlers? If so, are play areas fenced? 

Yes and the structure is fenced.

What play structures are present at this park?

There are swings, slides, and monkey bars.

 Would you enjoy hanging out in the park? Why or why not?

I would enjoy hanging out at the park, but it seemed a bit lonely.

What fun stuff is in the park?

There are a couple of picnic tables, 3 BBQ pits, a bike/skateboard ramp, a basketball court, and a horseshoe area.

What type of terrain is at this park?

There is grass, dirt, pavement, and woodchips.

Are there public toilets?

Yes, but the door does not lock and the toilet does not feel safe.

Maintenance:

 Is there graffiti, vandalism, or litter at this park?

There is some litter on the ground.

Is the park well maintained?

Yes, it is pretty clean.

Are there any park identification signs?

There is one sign with doggie bags attached.

Park Safety:

Please comment on the safety of the park and the surrounding area.

Yes I feel safe at this park.

Would you feel safe walking through the park at night?

No, it does not feel like a place to come to during the night.

Does the park feel isolated?

Yes, because it exists in a gap in the neighborhood.

Is there lighting in the park?

There are two light poles.

Recommendations:

The park should have “No Smoking” signs.