C HA P T E R 3 // P U B L IC ENGAGEM ENT AND D RAFT PLA N
Community Survey FEEDBACK
An online community survey was disseminated to the public to garner input for the Howard Knob Park Master Plan. The survey examined community opinions concerning existing conditions, use, and possible additional facilities. The survey, distributed through
paid social-media promotion and advertised in the Watauga Democrat newspaper, received 263 total responses. This foundational information played a significant role in helping guide steering committee recommendations. The complete survey results can be found in Appendix C.
E XHI BI T: 4 COMMUNITY SURVEY GRAPHS
Survey results indicated the following facilities as most important for
The four most important additional facilities included:
improvement:
» Viewing Deck Area » Open Green Space » Picnicking Area » Shelter Facilities
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H OWA R D K N O B PARK M ASTER P LAN
» Walking Trails » Hiking Trail Access to the Park » Park Information & Signage » Natural Play Areas
