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How Do We Grow From Here?

WE NEED TO KNOW WHAT YOU THINK

OKI is the metropolitan planning organization for southwest Ohio, northern Kentucky, and southeastern Indiana, directed by a 118-member board composed primarily of local elected officials. In 2005 OKI’s board adopted a strategic policy plan aimed at improving quality of life and service to the public across the region. Since the 2005 plan was adopted, much has changed in the region, the nation and the economy, so we are beginning an update and we need to know what you think.

For more information on the Strategic Regional Policy Plan go to http://www.howdowegrow.org or check out the page that comes after you have completed the questionnaire.
1.Please provide your zipcode.(Required.)
2.Infrastructure: Questions 2-3
I am generally satisfied with the roads I use most often, considering congestion, travel times, and safety issues.(Required.)
3.I think maintaining existing infrastructure like roads, water lines and sewers should generally be a higher priority than adding new public facilities.(Required.)
4.Housing and Education: Questions 4-6
I am satisfied with the housing options available in my community for people of different ages and incomes.(Required.)
5.I am concerned that foreclosures and the housing market will affect the stability of my community. (Required.)
6.I am satisfied with the public school system available to my family.(Required.)
7.Economic Development and Land Use: Questions 7-10
I think regional economic development makes more sense than competition for businesses among communities in our region.(Required.)
8.I think urban revitalization and neighborhood redevelopment efforts in the region are paying off. (Required.)
9.I think the public costs associated with new development are not always visible or widely understood.(Required.)
10.I think private business greatly contributes to sound land use decisions.(Required.)
11.Public Health: Questions 11-12
It is important to me to have the option in my community to safely walk or bike to do errands and/or get exercise.(Required.)
12.I am generally satisfied with access to healthy foods in my community.(Required.)
13.Climate Change Adaptation: Questions 13-14
I am concerned about increases in average temperature, longer periods with temperatures over 90 degrees and increases in rain or snow forecast for our region by the U.S. Global Climate Change Research Program.(Required.)
14.I believe our roads, public facilities and emergency response systems are adequate if flooding, tornadoes and/or windstorms increase.(Required.)
15.Energy Efficiency: Questions 15-16
Rising energy costs have affected how I travel and/or how I use appliances and utilities at home.(Required.)
16.I know how to get information and/or help to achieve greater energy efficiency.(Required.)
17.Private Business has helped me in learning how to be energy efficient.(Required.)
18.Changing Demographics: Questions 17-19
I think the region’s population is growing in a reasonable and sustainable way.(Required.)
19.I am concerned about how our region can support adequate housing, transportation, healthcare and recreation options for the aging population in our region, especially as baby boomers reach retirement. (Required.)
20.I am concerned about how our region can support adequate housing, transportation, healthcare and recreation options for younger generations after the baby boomers.(Required.)
21.Quality of Life Assets: Questions 20-21
I believe that our region has major assets for our quality of life, such as professional sports, theatres, the zoo, parks, the symphony, ballet, opera and museums.(Required.)
22.I believe our region’s quality of life assets affect the decisions of prospective businesses and potential residents when they consider locating here.(Required.)
23.Are there any other thoughts or concerns you want to share about the future of the tri-state region?
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