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One stakeholder wants to see Aurora have a community/recreation center to consolidate uses and reduce costs for maintenance of services and facilities. Parks & Recreational Facilities How would you describe your overall satisfaction with the current parks and recreation facilities in Aurora? Most stakeholders agreed that the parks were well maintained but that some needed upgrades like the community pool and adding bicycle facilities. One said that parks should contain all tennis courts instead of pickleball courts to avoid resident complaints, and another offered that the soccer club has a great field set up at Knox Farm. How accessible do you find Aurora’s parks and recreational spaces for all residents, including children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities? Stakeholders say that accessibility is satisfactory for a town of this size, but they can’t speak from a disabled perspective. Another stakeholder offered that improvements can always be made to make parks more accessible. Do you feel that Aurora’s parks and recreational areas are well-maintained? What specific areas, if any, could use better maintenance? Stakeholders agreed that the parks are well maintained but that some of them need updates, such as Warren Drive Park and West Falls Park. What types of community events or recreational programming would you like to see offered in Aurora’s parks and public spaces? Two stakeholders said that there is already an engaged community, and they couldn’t think of anything to add to it, while another said that bicycle facilities and related programming would be nice. Are there any specific issues or opportunities in Aurora that you feel we haven’t covered today as they relate to Parks & Recreational Facilities but should be included in the comprehensive plan? Stakeholders offered three responses: - No- facilities for existing population is adequate - Lack affordable venues in the Town for meeting spaces for groups/forums - Knox soccer area should be included as a Town asset with an objective of seeking ownership from the state Transportation Systems How would you rate the overall quality of roads and street infrastructure in Aurora? Are there specific areas that need improvement? There is agreement that the conditions are good, but some roadside vegetation could be used for maintenance. What is your experience with traffic flow and safety in Aurora’s school zones or near other high- traffic public areas, such as parks and community centers? No difficulty with traffic flow or safety. How safe do you feel walking or biking in Aurora, especially in areas with higher traffic? What infrastructure improvements could make these activities safer? Each stakeholder offered a much different take on whether or not they felt safe: - I don’t walk on the roads much because there are so many parks to enjoy. 150