Bloomington 2050 Community Survey (Perceptions, Values, Aspirations, and Experiences)

This survey is an opportunity for community members to share their perceptions, values, aspirations, and experiences of Bloomington. It is one element of Phase I Engagement for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update, Bloomington 2050. This survey will help city staff and elected officials understand the most important issues and opportunities for the City to consider over the next 20 years.

This survey will close on Thursday, June 25th.

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In your opinion, how is the City of Bloomington doing in each of these areas right now?

Encourages a mix of land uses across the city

Very Poor

Poor

Acceptable

Good

Very Good

Unsure or N/A

Offers a range of housing choices (for all incomes, ages, and abilities)

Very Poor

Poor

Acceptable

Good

Very Good

Unsure or N/A

Develops a transportation network that is safe and accessible for all modes (transit, cars, trucks, bikes, and walking)

Very Poor

Poor

Acceptable

Good

Very Good

Unsure or N/A

Provides a dependable and high-quality public water supply

Very Poor

Poor

Acceptable

Good

Very Good

Unsure or N/A

Maintains high-quality park and recreational programs, services, and facilities (for all incomes, ages, and abilities)

Very Poor

Poor

Acceptable

Good

Very Good

Unsure or N/A

Preserves the environment and the city's natural and cultural resources

Very Poor

Poor

Acceptable

Good

Very Good

Unsure or N/A

Creates a connected, welcoming community

Very Poor

Poor

Acceptable

Good

Very Good

Unsure or N/A

Supports job creation and equitable economic growth

Very Poor

Poor

Acceptable

Good

Very Good

Unsure or N/A

Ensures a healthy community

Very Poor

Poor

Acceptable

Good

Very Good

Unsure or N/A

What do you value most about living in Bloomington? (Select up to 3 options)

AAA bond rating and stability of city finances

Arts and cultural programming and community events

Cost of living

Creative placemaking (murals, sculptures, etc.)

Housing choices/housing prices

Job opportunities

Level of services available for residents

Location of Bloomington in the region

My family or friends are here

Overall feeling of safety

Overall quality of K-12 education

Overall quality of life

Overall quality of parks, trails, and recreation facilities

Selection of restaurants

Variety of shopping options

Other (please specify)

How important is it for the City Council to consider the following changes when planning for Bloomington over the next 20 years?

Changes to the economy

Not Important

Slightly important

Moderately important

Important

Very Important

Environmental impacts

Not Important

Slightly important

Moderately important

Important

Very Important

Population changes

Not Important

Slightly important

Moderately important

Important

Very Important

Public health impacts

Not Important

Slightly important

Moderately important

Important

Very Important

Technology advancements and changes

Not Important

Slightly important

Moderately important

Important

Very Important

What factors do you think are most important for the city to address over the next 20 years? (Select up to 3 options)

Adding more affordable housing options

Adding more senior housing options

Aging neighborhoods and residential areas

Arts, creative placemaking, murals (creating a sense of community)

Creating a welcoming community for all residents

Ensuring adequate job opportunities and a strong workforce

Ensuring property taxes are affordable

Ensuring quality education/schools

Environmentally friendly and sustainable community

Providing services and support for an aging population

Public health initiatives and ensuring a healthy community

Supporting biking, walking and public transit use

Upgrading aging commercial and industrial areas

Upgrading aging infrastructure and public facilities (roads, sewers, parks)

Other (please specify)