Copy of Amity Comprehensive Plan Survey
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1.
How satisfied are you with the current balance of residential, commercial, and industrial areas in Amity?
(Required.)
Very satisfied
Somewhat satisfied
Neutral
Somewhat dissatisfied
Very dissatisfied
Other (Please Specify)
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2.
What types of businesses would you most like to see expand or locate in Amity? (Select up to 3)
(Required.)
Restaurants and food service
Retail shops
Professional services (medical, legal, financial, etc.)
Light manufacturing
Wineries, breweries, or related tourism
Technology or creative firms
Other (please specify)
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3.
How important is it for Amity to attract new jobs and businesses?
(Required.)
Extremely important
Very important
Moderately important
Slightly important
Not at all important
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4.
What types of housing are most needed in Amity? (Select up to 2)
(Required.)
Single-family homes
Townhomes or duplexes
Apartments or condos
Senior housing
Affordable housing
Other (please specify)
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5.
What transportation improvements should be prioritized? (Select up to 2)
(Required.)
Street/road maintenance and repair
Sidewalk improvements
Bicycle lanes and paths
Public transit options
Traffic congestion reduction
Highway Crossings
Other (please specify)
6.
What improvements, if any, would you like to see in Amity's parking infrastructure, including the potential addition of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations? (Select all that apply)
Increase the number of public parking spaces
Improve signage and wayfinding for parking areas
Implement parking time limits in high-demand areas
Add EV charging stations in public parking areas
Encourage businesses to provide EV charging for customers
Develop a public parking garage or lot
No improvements needed
Other (please specify)
7.
What amenities or improvements would make Amity a more walkable and bikeable community? (Select all that apply)
More sidewalks and crosswalks
Designated bike lanes and paths
Better street lighting
Benches and rest areas
Shade trees and landscaping
Wayfinding signage
Other (please specify)
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8.
How important are parks, trails and open spaces to your quality of life in Amity?
(Required.)
Extremely important
Very important
Moderately important
Slightly important
Not at all important
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9.
What types of park amenities would you most like to see improved or expanded? (Select up to 3)
(Required.)
Playgrounds
Sports fields and courts
Picnic areas
Walking/biking trails
Natural areas/green space
Community gardens
Other (please specify)
10.
How important is it to preserve and enhance open spaces, natural ecosystems, and aesthetic natural areas in Amity?
Extremely important
Very important
Somewhat important
Not so important
Not at all important
11.
What are the best ways for the City to communicate with and involve residents? (Select all that apply)
City website
Social media
Email newsletters
Mailers/utility bill inserts
Public meetings and events
Other (please specify)
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12.
How important is it for Amity to promote environmental sustainability and conservation?
(Required.)
Extremely important
Very important
Moderately important
Slightly important
Not at all important
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13.
Which sustainability initiatives would you most support in Amity? (Select up to 3)
(Required.)
Increasing renewable energy use
Improving recycling and waste reduction
Encouraging green building practices
Protecting natural resources like water and open space
Promoting walking, biking and transit use
Other (please specify)
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14.
What do you think are Amity's greatest strengths as a community? (Select up to 3)
(Required.)
Small town character and charm
Location in the heart of Oregon wine country
Friendly and engaged residents
Access to natural and recreational amenities
Local businesses and services
Quality of schools
Affordability of housing
Other (please specify)
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15.
What do you think are the most important issues or challenges facing Amity today? (Select up to 3)
(Required.)
Maintaining small town character amid growth
Attracting jobs and businesses
Expanding housing options and affordability
Improving streets and transportation infrastructure
Providing adequate parks and recreational amenities
Enhancing public safety
Increasing community engagement
Promoting sustainability
Other (please specify)
16.
How did you hear about this comprehensive plan update survey? (Select all that apply)
Postcard or letter from the City
Flyer or Poster in a public space
City website
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
Word of mouth
Other (please specify)
17.
Is there anything else you would like the City to consider as it updates the comprehensive plan?