Longwood Park ( Assessed by Maria)

Longwood Park

748 Longwood Ave, Hayward

While I was walking through the park, I noticed that there were a lot of individuals hanging around the park. Although there are families and kids at the park, there are also a lot of unwanted individuals lingering around the park. Although the park is fenced, it does not have any lighting. I don’t think the park would be the best place to be at during the night. However, this is a nice park for those who love to play soccer and have fun during the daytime.

Park Assessment

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

Yes, the park is fenced
What play structures are present at this park?

slides, swings, and a climbing wall.
Would you enjoy hanging out in the park? Why or why not?
Not really, there seems to be some gang members that like to hang around the park.
What fun stuff is in the park? 
This park is ideal for those who like to play basketball or soccer given the multiple basketball courts and soccer fields provided. However, if basketball and/or soccer isn’t for you, there are also picnic tables and BBQ pits for social gatherings.
What type of terrain is at this park?

Besides the basketball courts, the park is mainly covered in grass.
Are there public toilets?

No

Maintenance:

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

A little bit
Is the park well maintained?
Not really. There is trash dispersed around the park.
Are there any park identification signs? 
No smoking

Park Safety:

Please comment on the safety of the park and the surrounding area. Do you feel comfortable at this park?

No, because it isn’t exactly the safest place. There seems to be some gang members and/or sketchy individuals at the park.
Would you feel safe walking through the park at night? Please explain your answer.

Given the amount of sketchy individuals at the park and lack of lighting, I would not feel safe walking around this park at night.
Does the park feel isolated

No, it is surrounded by houses and a school.
Is there lighting in the park?

No lights.

Recommendations:

Do you have any recommendations for how this park could be bettered?

Lights should be added to the park.