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Preservation Massachusetts
Cruising the Commonwealth 2.0
1.
What is your involvement with preservation and related areas (history, heritage, culture, activism, museums, etc.) in your community?
I'm an interested citizen
I serve on a local board or commission
I hold/held a job in the preservation industry
I'm a student
I'm involved in other community engagement/advocacy efforts that sometimes relate to preservation
I don't fit in any of these categories
Other (please specify)
2.
From Cruising the Commonwealth in 2017, we found four overarching themes. Please sort these themes in order of importance, (first being most important, last being least). Please enter rank the themes in the comment box, (using their corresponding letters below).
A: Education: expand and promote awareness and understanding of historic preservation
B: Connections & Partnerships: stay connected, network, and grow community relationships
C: Access: increase access to resources and information
D: Proactive: how can we be more effective as a movement?
Please list the themes in the order or importance (ie: B, C, A, D)
3.
In the past five years, in what areas do you believe preservation has experienced the most change? Multiple selections allowed. Add details in the Comments box.
Funding (more, less, more competitive, etc.)
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: representation in preservation
Costs associated with preservation
Access to expertise
Educational opportunities for preservationists and interested citizens
Perception and visibility of preservation by the general public
Advocacy and involvement of people or groups
Partnership opportunities between preservation and other groups
Climate change and resiliency awareness and action
Comments:
4.
Since 2020, what has impacted your preservation work/involvement the most? Select 3 from the list below. Add an issue not listed or provide details in the Comments.
COVID-19
Broader economic & world issues
Lack of resources/assistance
Diversity, equity and inclusivity (or lack thereof) in preservation
Preservation not viewed as high on the "priority list"
Environmental concerns, natural disaster planning, and preparedness
Energy efficiency and sustainability
Funding difficulties
Housing issues - rising costs and affordability crisis
Comment:
5.
What one area of service would you like to see PM improve upon?
Advocacy & support
Educational opportunities & training
Legislative initiatives to support preservation
Offering useful models, information & updates
Connecting the preservation community statewide
Please detail your answer or tell us how we can better serve you:
6.
What trends or issues do you see in your community?
Demolition
Foreclosures/abandoned properties
Insensitive development
Lack of funding
Lack of understanding or investment in preservation
Lack of awareness and visibility of preservation
Concerns about affordable housing or gentrification
Tell us any other trends you see:
7.
Do you believe historic preservation is perceived as "exclusive"?
Yes
No
Comments:
8.
Historic preservation is at an evolutionary crossroad. Much has changed since 1966, and some things have not kept pace with current challenges. What do you believe PM should focus on to advance inclusivity, collaboration, and representation?
Research/support historically marginalized histories (BIPOC, LGBTQ, etc)
Support existing groups already doing "the work"
Underrepresented communities
Preservation standards in action
Comments
9.
What areas do you believe would be beneficial to PM by engaging in the broader conversation?
Historic trades, construction & craftsmanship
Cultural resource professionals & education -
Sustainability & energy efficiency - making the case for existing buildings
Affordable housing
Climate change preparedness & planning
Community & regional planning
Comments:
10.
Do you have any experiences that you would like to share with others as a learning tool?
Yes
No
If yes, please provide details on how we may contact you:
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