Connect Monterey Bay 2050 Survey

Tell Us What You Think!

We need your help to inform the development of our latest version of this long-range vision for the region. What would you like the Monterey Bay region's transportation future to look like?

This survey will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. Your participation in this survey is completely voluntary and confidential. All information you provide will be used solely for research purposes and will be aggregated with other responses to ensure your individual identity cannot be identified in any analysis or report. We will not share your personal information with any third party without your explicit consent.

If requested, this survey will be made available in alternate languages per Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as well as, appropriate alternative formats for persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 USC Sec. 12132). Please call (831) 883-3750 or email rvalentine@ambag.org with requests.

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* 1. I live in:

Monterey County

San Benito County

Santa Cruz County

Other (please specify)

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* 2. I work in:

Monterey County

San Benito County

Santa Cruz County

Other (please specify)

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* 3. My current living arrangement is:

A single-family detached home

In a condo or apartment

Other (please specify)

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* 4. As more housing is built in the region, I think it should be…

Single-family detached homes

Condos or apartments

A mix of housing types

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* 5. In the next 5-10 years, I would consider buying/leasing an electric car:

Definitely yes

Maybe yes

Not sure

Definitely no

I already own an electric car

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* 6. What should be included in our strategies to alleviate traffic congestion and improve transit in the Monterey Bay area?

Invest more in transit, bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure that expand to new areas to reduce use of autos for local trips

Redesign transit to offer seamless transfers and focus service on high frequency routes

Invest in regional rail services to communities and increase the frequency of service

Invest in roadway improvements that serve all vehicles including transit

Other (please specify)

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* 7. What strategies should be considered in the region to reduce climate emissions? (choose all that apply)

Require and/or encourage employers to implement work from home policies for at least 2 to 3 days per week or other travel demand management strategies

Expand electric vehicle and charging infrastructure subsidies, especially for lower income households

Charge parking fees to disincentivize solo driving, putting fees towards bicycle giveaways, improved transit service, and free shuttles

Focus on maintaining existing highways and reduce spending on highway expansions until a larger share of vehicles are electric

Other (please specify)

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* 8. What would you personally do to reduce climate emissions? (choose all that apply)

Work from home at least one or more days a week

Purchase/lease a zero electric vehicle

Live closer to your job

Take transit, bicycle or walk to get around

Drive less each week

None of the above

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* 9. What is your top priority for the region in addressing climate change?

Conserving natural and agricultural lands

Reducing energy consumption and become more energy efficient

Protecting infrastructure and communities from sea level rise

Reducing single occupancy driving trips and promote more walking, biking and transit trips

Other (please specify)

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* 10. Which “big picture” priorities for implementing Connect Monterey Bay 2050 are most important to you? (Choose no more than 3)

Maintain and optimize existing roads and transit

Improve bike, pedestrian and roadway safety

Build a next-generation transit network

Support the protection and preservation of existing affordable housing

Encourage the production of new housing for residents of all income levels

Support investments in job training and high-speed internet for lower income communities

Move jobs closer to transit and housing

Prepare communities for climate change impacts

Expand access to parks and open space

Reduce climate emissions from transportation

Other (please specify)

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* 11. Is there anything else you would like to add?

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* 12. How did you hear about the survey? (Mark all that apply)

From a community organization

Email from AMBAG

Email from a public entity (city, county, transit agency, government organization, etc.) other than AMBAG

Word of mouth

Spoke to AMBAG staff at an event

AMBAG’s social media

Radio/TV news story

AMBAG’s website

Other (please specify)

Optional Questions: To help us ensure we have good representation from throughout the Monterey Bay region, please answer the following optional questions.

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* 13. Which of the following describe(s) you? (Mark any that apply)

I have access to high-speed internet at home

I only can access the internet on my mobile device

I only can access the internet from a public location (e.g., school, public library)

Other (please specify)

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* 14. What is your age?

Under 18

18 to 24

25 to 34

35 to 44

45 to 54

55 to 64

65+

Prefer not to respond

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* 15. Please indicate your race/ethnicity. (Select all that apply)

American Indian or Alaskan Native or Native American

Asian

Black or African American

Hispanic or Latino/a/e/x

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

White

Prefer not to respond

Other. I identify as:

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* 16. What is your estimated total annual household income?

Under $45,000

$45,000 – $59,999

$60,000 – $99,999

$100,000 – $199,999

$200,000 +

Prefer not to respond

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* 17. Would you like to sign up for Connect Monterey Bay 2050 e-News and other AMBAG communications? If so, please provide your name and email address.

By providing your contact information, you consent to receiving electronic communications from AMBAG about Connect Monterey Bay 2050 and related work.

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

Thank you for your participation. Learn more about Connect Monterey Bay 2050 at https://www.ambag.org/plans/2050-metropolitan-transportation-plan-sustainable-communities-strategy