GroWNC Virtual Meeting Survey

As we plan for our growing population, it's up to you to ensure that this growth respects our traditions, preserves our quality of life and provides for our economic well-being. Our choices today ensure our communities are great places to live tomorrow.

1. Please choose the 8 outcomes that are most important to you:

Please choose the 8 outcomes that are most important to you: There are more job choices in rural areas.

Abandoned industrial sites and shopping centers are redeveloped.

More employers from target industries are locating in the region.

Entrepreneurs and small local businesses are thriving.

Enrollment in and graduation rates from the region's colleges and universities are increasing.

There are more opportunities for professional growth.

More people have access to bus service.

There are more rural bus routes between villages and cities.

Sidewalks, bike lanes and greenways connect neighborhoods and community destinations.

Children can safely walk to school.

Major roads are less congested.

Freight moves easily through the region.

More products are produced locally from locally sourced materials.

We use energy more efficiently.

We produce more energy locally, especially renewable energy, for local use and export.

Low impact development techniques reduce impacts of growth on environment.

Farming and forestry remain key elements of the economy.

Tourism remains a key element of the economy.

More properties and places are designated as historic.

There is a greater awareness and appreciation for the arts, cultural resources and regional heritage.

Artists, musicians and crafters are able to a earn a living from their trade.

Scenic beauty is maintained as the region develops.

Water is clean and plentiful.

Air pollution has decreased due to less auto usage.

Plant and animal habitats are connected and healthy.

More food is produced locally.

Community centers are adequately served by infrastructure (roads, water/sewer, power, gas, internet).

Existing community character is respected and reinforced.

There is more efficient use of land for all types of development.

Existing businesses are expanding.

Private property rights are respected.

The region’s quality of life improves.

Homelessness has decreased.

Healthy building materials for construction are sourced locally.

There are more housing options for all stages of life and income groups.

Everyone has access to high speed internet.

Healthcare is affordable and accessible.

There are more quality, high-wage jobs.

People have greater access to educational opportunities and community facilities.

2. Choose one of your eight outcomes and share why it's important.

Choose one of your eight outcomes and share why it's important.

3. As you review the Scenarios presented in the Flip Book, which one best meets your goals?

As you review the Scenarios presented in the Flip Book, which one best meets your goals? Scenario 1: Business as Usual

Scenario 2: Economic Prosperity

Scenario 3: Resource Conservation

Scenario 4: Efficient Growth

4. What is your County of residence?

What is your County of residence? Buncombe

Haywood

Henderson

Madison

Transylvania

Other