Map Instructions

To View Comments

1. Double click on the circle icons to zoom into a specific park you would like to view or see the name of.

2. ‘Agree’ or ‘Disagree’ with the comments you view by clicking the up or down thumb icons on each panel.

3. To close a comment, click the 'X' button within the panel.

To Add a Comment

There are three comment categories to leave your feedback:

  • I Like This: Tell us about the parks you enjoy in Watertown
  • Ideas: Tell us about your ideas to improve this place
  • Concerns: Tell us about your concerns at this location
  1. Zoom to a location using one of the three ways listed below (see graphic for more guidance):
    1. Use the navigation tools in the top right of map to pan or zoom. You can also zoom using two fingers on a touch screen.
    2. Use the 'Locations' drop down menu to select a specific park location.
    3. Enter an address in the search bar.
  1. Select the 'Add Marker' button in the lower right and click a point on the map. Fill out the information in the pop-up menu to leave a comment.
  2. Select the 'Submit' button to leave your comment on the map. You will be asked to fill out some general information to leave feedback the very first comment you enter, but the site will remember your information within each viewing session allowing you to comment multiple times without having to re-enter details. *The personal information requested will be used for data collection purposes only and will not be used for any further marketing or contact purposes*


Add a Comment Using a Keyboard or Screenreader

To make a contribution on the map using a keyboard or through assistive technologies such as screenreaders, please follow these steps:

  1. Use the 'Address Search' field to enter the location where you want to add your comment.
  2. Toggle to the 'Add Marker' button and select it. This will drop the pin at the address specified in the 'Address Search' field.
  3. Fill out the details in the input form as required. When finished, select the 'Submit' button to leave your comment on the map.

About the Project

The City of Watertown is updating their Parks and Open Space Master Plan. This document will set a vision and identify improvements to be accomplished over the next 5 years.