CPRE Planning and Design 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What planning tool uses satellite imagery and geographic data to analyze park distribution and identify underserved areas?
- SWOT analysis
- Geographic Information System (GIS) (Correct answer)
- Critical path method
- Delphi technique
Correct answer: Geographic Information System (GIS)
GIS maps park locations relative to population density, demographics, and access points, revealing equity gaps in service coverage.
Question 2: Which environmental review process is required for federally funded park projects to assess potential ecological impacts?
- Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) under NEPA (Correct answer)
- Section 504 Rehabilitation Act review
- Davis-Bacon wage determination
- Title VI Civil Rights compliance review
Correct answer: Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) under NEPA
NEPA requires federal agencies and federally funded projects to evaluate and disclose potential environmental impacts through an EIS or environmental assessment.
Question 3: A park playground designed with graduated challenge, natural materials, and loose parts best reflects which design philosophy?
- Minimalist design
- Nature-based or adventure play design (Correct answer)
- Barrier-free design
- High-capacity design
Correct answer: Nature-based or adventure play design
Nature-based and adventure play designs encourage risk-taking, creativity, and connection to natural elements through varied and open-ended play environments.
Question 4: Before acquiring parkland, an agency should conduct due diligence that includes:
- A visitor satisfaction survey
- Title search, environmental site assessment, and boundary survey (Correct answer)
- An annual budget amendment
- An ADA transition plan
Correct answer: Title search, environmental site assessment, and boundary survey
Due diligence before land acquisition verifies ownership, checks for environmental contamination, and confirms legal boundaries to protect the agency.
Question 5: The concept of 'park equity' in planning refers to:
- Equal distribution of budget dollars across all facilities
- Ensuring all residents, regardless of race or income, have quality access to parks (Correct answer)
- Matching park sizes across neighborhoods
- Providing equal staff-to-visitor ratios at all sites
Correct answer: Ensuring all residents, regardless of race or income, have quality access to parks
Park equity recognizes that historically underserved communities often have less access to quality green space and works to correct those disparities.
Question 6: A park agency wishing to involve the community in the design of a new recreation center should use which approach?
- Expert panel review
- Participatory design or community engagement process (Correct answer)
- Single stakeholder interview
- Top-down administrative decision
Correct answer: Participatory design or community engagement process
Participatory design involves community members in the planning process, increasing buy-in and ensuring the facility meets actual resident needs.
CPRE Planning and Design 2
What planning tool uses satellite imagery and geographic data to analyze park distribution and identify underserved areas?