2. DEMOGRAPHIC + RECREATION TRENDS

Studying population and demographic trends helps us understand park users and their generalized needs. Our ethnic background, age, and income can all infl uence the way we use parks. Looking at population estimates and demographic changes was therefore an important part of this parks master planning process. This chapter provides information about Fresno’s current and future population, and predicts trends in recreation needs. Demographic information is categorized by park planning districts, sub-areas of the City that allow a fi ner grain application of these fi ndings.