PARTA Public Survey
Help us improve local transit services! Share your thoughts on transportation preferences and needs. Your input is crucial in shaping a more efficient and accessible transit system for our community. Thank you.
1.
In what ZIP code is your home located?
2.
In what ZIP code is your work/school located?
3.
How important is transit service to the Portage County community?
Not Important
A Little Important
Somewhat Important
Important
Very Important
Not Important
A Little Important
Somewhat Important
Important
Very Important
4.
Have you or a member of your household used Portage Area Regional Transportation Authority (PARTA) services?
Yes
No
5.
If you haven’t used PARTA services yet, what are the main reasons? (Select all that apply)
I was not aware that public transit service is available in Portage County
It does not serve my destination(s)
I am unsure about the reliability of the service
I am concerned about the cost
I do not know how to ride public transit
I prefer to drive or use another mode
Not applicable
Other (please specify)
6.
What features or improvements would encourage you to try PARTA services or use them more often? (Select your top three choices)
Reduced travel time
More frequent bus service
Improved bus stop amenities (shelters, benches, etc.)
Extended hours (earlier mornings or later evenings)
Sunday service
Improved pedestrian and bicycle access to bus stops
I am not currently interested in using public transportation
Other (please specify)
7.
What is the biggest barrier to using public transportation in Portage County? (Select one)
Lack of routes near my home or destinations
Unreliable schedules
Long wait times
Safety concerns at stops or on the bus
Lack of knowledge about available services
Public transportation isn’t a good fit for my current lifestyle
Other (please specify)
8.
If you were to choose to ride transit (or if you already do), how long are you willing to walk to a bus stop for transit service?
Less than 5 minutes
5-10 minutes
10-15 minutes
More than 15 minutes
I prefer not to walk to a bus stop
9.
What types of transportation improvements would most benefit your community? (Select your top three choices)
More frequent bus services
Expanded service hours (earlier mornings/later nights)
Additional bus stops or routes
Improved accessibility at bus stops (sidewalks, shelters, curb cuts, or other pedestrian amenities)
Lower fares or additional discount programs
Enhanced safety measures at stops and on buses
More environmentally friendly transit options
10.
If a new transit service was introduced, which option would you be most excited to try? (Select one)
A rideshare service (like Uber/Lyft but through public transit)
Services to major employers, shopping centers, or medical facilities (from where?)
A park-and-ride service where you could park and take a bus to nearby cities
Other
If you chose "Other" please specify OR if you chose "Services to major employers, shopping centers, or medical facilities" please tell us from where:
11.
How many vehicles (in working condition) are available in your household?
0
1
2
3
4+
12.
What is your age?
Under 18
18-24
25-34
35-49
50-64
65 or older
Prefer not to answer
13.
What is your approximate household income?
$0 to $24,999
$25,000 to $49,999
$50,000 to $74,999
$75,000 to $99,999
$100,000 to $149,999
$150,000 and over
14.
Please share any additional comments about improving public transit in Portage County.
