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Berea Beyond 2025: Public Survey
Section 1: About You
1.
What is your age?
Under 18
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65+
2.
What is your connection to Berea? (Select all that apply)
I live in Berea
I work in Berea
I go to school in Berea
I own a business in Berea
I visit Berea regularly
3.
What neighborhood or area of Berea do you live in (or are most familiar with)?
Section 2: Community Priorities
4.
What are the top THREE issues you feel the Comprehensive Plan should focus on?
Housing affordability
Youth programs and recreation
Parks and greenways
Traffic and transportation
Jobs and workplace training
Environmental protection
Public safety and services
Other (please specify)
5.
What is the biggest challenge Berea is facing right now?
Lack of affordable housing
Limited job opportunities
Traffic and transportation issues
Limited youth activities
Infrastructure and utilities
Growth and development pressure
Other (please specify)
Section 3: Growth and Development
6.
Where should Berea focus future housing growth? (Select all that apply)
Near downtown
Near the bypass
On vacant lots within neighborhoods
New subdivisions on the edge of town
We don't need more housing
7.
What types of housing are most needed in Berea? (Select up to 2)
Housing for seniors
Affordable rental units
Starter homes for young families
Mixed-income housing
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Homes near downtown
Other (please specify)
8.
What types of businesses would you like to see more of in Berea?
Restaurants and cafes
Grocery and retail stores
Entertainment and recreation venues
Small local businesses
Health and wellness services
Other (please specify)
Section 4: Getting Around
9.
How do you usually get around Berea? (select all that apply)
Walk
Bike
Carpool
Transit
Other
10.
Which of these transportation improvements are most important to you? (select up to 3)
Sidewalk improvements
Bike paths and trails
Safer intersections and crosswalks
Public transportation options
Better road maintenance
Shared parking or green infrastructure
Other (please specify)
11.
Are there enough things for youth to do in Berea?
Yes
No
Not sure
12.
What types of activities or facilities would you like to see added for young people?
Indoor community/recreation center
Arts, music, or theater programs
Sports leagues or courts/fields
After-school programs or tutoring
Teen hangout spaces
Job training or internships
Other (please specify)
Section 6: Final Thoughts
13.
What is one thing you would like to see changed in Berea in the next 5 years?
More housing options
Improved roads and infrastructure
Expanded parks and trails
More job opportunities
A stronger downtown
Better public transportation
More youth and family programming
Other (please specify)
14.
Would you like to stay involved in the planning process? If so, please share your name and email (optional).
Section 7: Vision and Values
15.
What do you value most about Berea? (Select up to two)
Small town feel
Community spirit
History and culture
Natural surroundings and trails
Local schools and college
Arts and events
Other (please specify)
16.
What is one thing in Berea you hope never changes?
Downtown character
Historic neighborhoods
Community events
Natural areas
Local businesses
Other (please specify)
17.
What is one big idea or bold change you think Berea should consider for the future?
A walkable downtown
New housing options for young families
Expanded trails and greenways
Tech or industrial job growth
More places for youth and families to gather
Other (please specify)
18.
What prevents you or your neighbors from participating in city decisions?
Lack of time
I don't hear about opportunities
It's hard to attend meetings
I’m not sure my input makes a difference
Language or accessibility barriers
Other (please specify)
Section 8: Demographics (Optional)
19.
What is your race or ethnicity? (select all that apply)
White
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latino
Asian or Asian American
American Indian or Alaska Native
Middle Eastern or North African
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
Prefer not to answer
Other (please specify)
20.
What is your gender?
Female
Male
Non-binary
Prefer not to answer
Prefer to self-describe:
21.
What is your housing status?
I own my own home
I rent my home
I live with my family/friends
I am a college student in campus housing
I am experiencing housing instability
Prefer not to answer