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Bleckley Street Project Survey
Section 1: Resident Information
1.
Where do you live within the Bleckley Street Drainage Project area? Select one.
Bleckley Street – North end of the project area (North of 3rd St)
Bleckley Street – Middle of the project area (Between 3rd & Douglas)
Bleckley Street – South end of the project area (South of Douglas)
Adjacent street within the project area
Other (please specify)
2.
How long have you lived at your current address?
Less than 1 year
1–5 years
6–10 years
More than 10 years
3.
Here are some issues that residents told us they have experienced in regard to flooding. Have you experienced drainage or flooding issues at your property or along Bleckley Street? Select all that apply.
Water pooling in my yard, driveway, etc.
Water entering my home, garage or other structures
Street flooding during heavy rainfall
Damage to vehicle from heavy rainfall
Difficulty accessing my property during heavy rainfall
Safety impact to people or animals caused by flooding
I have not experienced drainage or flooding issues
Other (please specify)
Section 2: Project Awareness & Concerns
4.
How familiar are you with the Bleckley Street Drainage Project?
Very familiar – I understand the purpose and scope of the project.
Somewhat familiar – I know about the project but would like more information.
Slightly familiar – I have heard about the project but know very little.
Not at all familiar – This is the first I have heard about the project.
5.
What concerns, if any, do you have about the Bleckley Street Drainage Project? Select all that apply.
Street closures and traffic detours
Construction noise or dust
Environmental impacts
Narrower temporary road to access my property
Potential physical impacts to my home, yard, driveway or landscaping
Removal of trees or other vegetation
Changes to the appearance of my street or neighborhood
Construction timelines
Potential impacts on property value during construction
Impact on property value after construction
Whether the project will adequately address drainage and flooding
I do not have any concerns currently.
Other (please specify)
6.
How concerned are you about the following potential construction impacts? Select one response for each item.
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Slightly concerned
Not concerned
Not applicable
Temporary loss of driveway access
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Slightly concerned
Not concerned
Not applicable
Street closures or detours
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Slightly concerned
Not concerned
Not applicable
Construction noise and dust
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Slightly concerned
Not concerned
Not applicable
Changes to my property or landscaping
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Slightly concerned
Not concerned
Not applicable
Construction duration
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Slightly concerned
Not concerned
Not applicable
Safety of pedestrians, children and pets
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Slightly concerned
Not concerned
Not applicable
Environmental impacts
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Slightly concerned
Not concerned
Not applicable
General inconvenience during construction
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Slightly concerned
Not concerned
Not applicable
Impact on property value during construction
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Slightly concerned
Not concerned
Not applicable
7.
Are there any specific features of your property or neighborhood that you are concerned could be impacted during construction? Select all that apply.
Driveway or parking availability
General inconvenience of construction activities
Trees, gardens or landscaping
Fences, retaining walls or other structures
Underground utilities, irrigation systems or private service lines
Accessibility for residents with mobility limitations
No specific concerns
Other (please specify)
8.
Do you anticipate any circumstances that could make temporary disruptions to street or driveway access especially difficult for your household? Select all that apply.
Household member with a mobility limitation or disability
Regular medical appointments or in-home health care visits
Reliance on scheduled transportation services
Need for regular deliveries or in-home services
Limited access to alternative parking
Weekly trash removal
Retrieving mail and packages
Business operations or work-related vehicle access
No anticipated difficulties
Prefer not to answer
Other (please specify)
Section 3: Project Expectations & Communication
9.
What are your top priorities for the Bleckley Street Drainage Project? Select up to three.
Improving the reliability of neighborhood drainage
Protecting homes, vehicles and private property from flooding
Access of first responders (fire, police, EMS)
Planting more trees once construction is complete
Keeping residents informed throughout the project
Property acquisition for the project
Preserving neighborhood trees and landscaping
Increasing safety for residents, students and animals in the area
Maintaining access to homes during construction
Potentially increasing future property values
Reducing street flooding
Improving the condition of the street
Minimizing construction disruptions
Completing construction as quickly as possible
Other (please specify)
10.
How would you prefer to receive updates about the project? Select up to three.
Email updates
Printed notices or door hangers
Mailed letters
City of Wichita website
Social media
Neighborhood meetings or public open houses
Direct communication with City project staff
Other (please specify)
11.
What information would be most helpful to you as the project progresses? Select up to three.
Overall project timeline and major milestones
Upcoming construction activities near my property
Advance notice of street closures and driveway access restrictions
Expected duration of disruptions
Temporary parking and alternative access arrangements
How construction may impact my property or landscaping
How the project will improve neighborhood drainage
Who to contact with questions or concerns
Other (please specify)
12.
Do you feel like you have been engaged or communicated with by City staff and electeds?
Yes
No
Other (please specify)
Section 4: Additional Feedback
13.
Are there specific drainage or flooding locations within the project area that you believe City staff should be aware of? Please describe the location, the type of issue you have observed and when it typically occurs.
14.
What is the single most important concern you would like City staff to address before construction begins near your property?
15.
Is there anything else you would like City staff to know about your property, neighborhood or concerns related to the Bleckley Street Drainage Project?
16.
Would you like to receive project updates or have a City staff member follow up with you about your concerns? If yes, please provide your preferred contact information.