Columbia County Placemaking Initiative Community Survey

Community Survey

Thank you for caring about the future of Columbia County and for helping to make it a great place to live, work, play, and learn. The information you provide will be taken into consideration as a new placemaking plan for Columbia County is developed. All responses to the survey are anonymous. The survey should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. For more information about this survey or the initiative, contact Jessica R. Dreistadt, Ph.D., at jdreistadt@hailstoneeconomic.com. We appreciate your time and insight!
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Section 1: The Places Where You Live, Work, Play, and Learn

This section of the survey will ask you what is important to the places where you live, work, and play and how you would describe these places.
What characteristics are important to you in the places where you live, work, and play? Check all that apply.*

WelcomingInteractiveFriendlyPridefulNeighborlyCooperativeStewardshipDiverseFunActiveVitalSpecialRealUsefulIndigenousCelebratorySustainableSafeCleanGreenWalkable/RollableSitableSpiritualCharmingAttractiveHistoricAccessibleConvenientReadableConnectedProximityContinuityOther
How well do each of the following words describe the places where you live, work, play, and learn in Columbia County?
Welcoming*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Interactive*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Friendly*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Prideful*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Neighborly*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Cooperative*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Stewardship*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Diverse*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Fun*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Active*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Vital*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Special*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Real*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Useful*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Indigenous*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Celebratory*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Sustainable*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Safe*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Clean*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Green*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Walkable/Rollable*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Sitable*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Spiritual*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Charming*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Attractive*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Historic*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Accessible*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Convenient*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Readable *

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Connected*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Proximity*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
Continuity*

5 stars = this word perfectly describes Columbia County
What other words would you use to describe Columbia County?
Other than home and work, what are some of your favorite places in Columbia County?
Other than home and work, what kinds of places do you regularly visit (at least 3-4 times a year) in Columbia County?*

Downtown BloomsburgDowntown BerwickShopping Malls/Shopping CentersSmall BusinessesLocal RestaurantsChain RestaurantsLocal theatersLocal sporting eventsFarms or farmers' marketsI do not regularly visit these places in Columbia CountyOther
What do you like best about the places where you live, work, play, and learn in Columbia County?
What would you like to change about the places where you live, work, play, and learn in Columbia County?
What kinds of places do you wish there were more of in Columbia County? Check all that apply.*

RetailServices like salons and banksCoffee shopsUnique small businessIndoor recreation for adults (i.e. axe throwing or paint and sip)Sports and fitnessNice restaurantsArts and cultureParks and outdoor recreation spacesOther
How do you currently access these kinds of places?*

I travel outside of Columbia CountyI don't have access to these kinds of spacesOther
Section 2: Community, Arts, and Cultural Spaces/Events

This section of the survey will ask you about the kinds of community, arts, and cultural spaces and events you would like to see more of in Columbia County.

What would you like to see more of related to community, arts, and cultural spaces/events in Columbia County? Check all that apply.

	For children	For teens	For adults	For older adults
Community Centers
Dance classes
Dance performances
Acting classes
Acting performances
Music classes
Music performances
Other performing arts classes
Other performing arts performances
Painting classes
Painting exhibitions
Pottery classes
Pottery exhibitions
Photography classes
Photography exhibitions
Writing or poetry classes
Writing exhibitions or publications
Other fine arts classes
Other fine arts exhibition
Historic or cultural spaces
Historic or cultural lectures
Historic or cultural community events

Explain your answers about community, arts, and cultural spaces/events in Columbia County above, and/or share additional arts and cultural spaces/events that you would like to see in Columbia County. (optional)
Section 3: Eating at Restaurants

This section of the survey will ask you about your preferences for eating at restaurants with friends and family.
How often do you eat out at a restaurant?*

Once a week or more2 or 3 times a monthAt least once a monthAt least six times a yearRarely or never
How often do travel outside of your community to eat at a restaurant for a special occasion or to get together with family and friends?*

Once a week or more2 or 3 times a monthAt least once a monthAt least six times a yearRarely or never
On average, how much do you spend per person when you eat at a restaurant, including drinks?*

I rarely or never eat at a restaurantLess than $20Between $20 and 30Between $31 and 40Between $41 and 50Between $51 and 60More than $60
How willing are you to pay more for excellent food and a high-quality dining experience?*

1

2

3

4

5

1 is Not at all willing, 5 is Very willing
What kind of new restaurant would you be likely to visit in the Berwick area? Check all that apply.*

Fast foodCaféFamily restaurantDinerBuffetFood trucksContemporary casual (trendy with entrees under $30)Fine dining (upscale with entrees over $30)Other
What is important to you when selecting a restaurant? Check all that apply.*

InexpensiveGood valueClose to home or workNice ambience/environmentLive entertainmentGood customer serviceAble to accomodate special dietRelaxed atmosphereFresh or local ingredientsBYOBOn-site barFamily friendlyTrendy/unique vibePeople are well groomed/dressed upCasualA good place to connect with friends and colleaguesOn-site parkingMany food and beverage choicesStays open lateUnique food optionsOther
What cuisines do you enjoy eating? Check all that apply.*

AmericanIndianItalianCaribbeanVietnameseFrenchEthiopianJapaneseChineseSoul FoodKoreanMexicanMediterranean and Middle Eastern (i.e. Greek, Egyptian, Lebanese)Vegetarian or VeganGreen/RawOther
What is your favorite restaurant?
Section 4: Housing

This section of the survey will ask you about housing activities that you would like to see more or less of in the community where you live.

What would you like to see more or less of the following housing types and activities in your community? Check all that apply.

	Less	About the same	More
Historic preservation
Housing quality
Housing accessibility
Affordable housing
Public housing
Vacant rentals
Vacant non-rentals
New apartments
New townhouses
New single-family homes

Is there anything else you would like to share about housing in Columbia County?*
About You

This section of the survey will ask you demographic questions to help us understand how elements of this survey impact different groups and to make sure the survey respondents are representative of Columbia County.
Where do you live?*

Beaver TownshipBenton BoroughBenton TownshipBerwick BoroughTown of BloomsburgBriar Creek BoroughBriar Creek TownshipCatawissa BoroughCatawissa TownshipCentralia BoroughCleveland TownshipConyngham TownshipFishing Creek TownshipFranklin TownshipGreenwood TownshipHemlock TownshipJackson TownshipLocust TownshipMadison TownshipMain TownshipMifflin TownshipMillville BoroughMontour TownshipMount Pleasant TownshipNorth Centre TownshipOrange TownshipOrangeville BoroughPine TownshipRoaring Creek TownshipScott TownshipSouth Centre TownshipSugarloaf TownshipStillwater BoroughOutside of Columbia County
Where is your primary place of work?*

Beaver TownshipBenton BoroughBenton TownshipBerwick BoroughTown of BloomsburgBriar Creek BoroughBriar Creek TownshipCatawissa BoroughCatawissa TownshipCentralia BoroughCleveland TownshipConyngham TownshipFishing Creek TownshipFranklin TownshipGreenwood TownshipHemlock TownshipJackson TownshipLocust TownshipMadison TownshipMain TownshipMifflin TownshipMillville BoroughMontour TownshipMount Pleasant TownshipNorth Centre TownshipOrange TownshipOrangeville BoroughPine TownshipRoaring Creek TownshipScott TownshipSouth Centre TownshipSugarloaf TownshipStillwater BoroughOutside of Columbia CountyN/A - I do not work
What is your age (optional)?

18 to 2425 to 3435 to 4445 to 5455 to 6465 to 7475 or older
What is your gender? (optional)

ManWomanNon-Binary
What is your race? Select all that apply. (optional)

African American or BlackAmerican Indian or Alaska NativeAsianNative Hawaiian or other Pacific IslanderWhite
What is your ethnicity? (optional)

Hispanic or LatinxNot Hispanic or Latinx
Is there anything else you would like to share?
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Community Survey

Section 1: The Places Where You Live, Work, Play, and Learn

Section 2: Community, Arts, and Cultural Spaces/Events

Section 3: Eating at Restaurants

Section 4: Housing

About You