McDonald County Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Harry S Truman Coordinating Council and Northwest-Arkansas Regional Planning Commission Question Title * 1. How do you rate present bicycling conditions in McDonald County? Excellent Fair Poor Question Title * 2. How important to you is improving bicycling conditions in McDonald County? Very Important Somewhat Important Not Important Question Title * 3. When you ride your bicycle in McDonald County, what is the primary purpose of your trip? (Please choose all that apply) Transportation Recreation Exercise To enjoy nature Socialize I do not bike Question Title * 4. How do you rate present walking conditions in McDonald County? Excellent Fair Poor Question Title * 5. How important to you is improving walking conditions in McDonald County? Very Important Somewhat Important Not important Question Title * 6. When you walk in McDonald County, what is the primary purpose of your trip? (Please choose all that apply) Transportation Recreation Exercise Walk the dog To enjoy nature Socialize I do not walk Question Title * 7. What is (are) your preferred transportation mode(s) when using a trail? (Please choose all that apply) Walking Jogging/Running Bicycling Rollerblading or Skateboarding Wheelchair or other mobility assistance device Question Title * 8. What are the most important benefits and uses of a bicycle and pedestrian system in McDonald County? (Please choose all that apply) Transportation Exercise Recreation Community-building and events Connectivity to local and regional destinations Environment Economic Quality of life Community livability None Question Title * 9. What destinations would you most like to be able to reach by bicycling or walking? Please rank (1 = most like to reach, 12 = least like to reach) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Place of work 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 School 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 College/University 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Campgrounds 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Restaurants 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Public transportation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Libraries or recreation centers 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Parks and greenways 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 River access 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Mountain bike trails 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Entertainment 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Shopping Question Title * 10. What do you think are the factors that DISCOURAGE bicycling or walking McDonald County? (Please choose upto five factors) Lack of connected multi-use paths, sidewalks, and bicycle facilities Deficient or unmaintained multi-use paths, sidewalks or bicycle facilities Lack of information about multi-use paths, sidewalks, and bicycle facilities Unsafe street crossing Motor vehicle traffic Lack of interest Lack of time Lack of workplace amenities (showers, bike racks) Lack of nearby destinations Steep hills Personal safety concerns Aggressive motorist behavior Existing facilities are crowded Question Title * 11. What do you think are the factors that ENCOURAGE bicycling or walking in McDonald County? (Please choose up to five factors) Faster commute/connection to destinations Exercise and health Time outdoors Socializing opportunities Eliminate stress of parking Eliminate stress of sitting in traffic Bike/ped infrastructure improvements Less expensive Relaxation or enjoyment Example for kids Better for the environment Question Title * 12. What are the top three locations representing the most significant opportunities to improve the regional bicycle and pedestrian network in McDonald County and Northwest Arkansas? A location may be a greenway corridor, school site, downtown area, employment center, and/or roadway (or other) that, with bicycle and pedestrian improvements, could greatly enhance connectivity between important local and regional destinations. Location 1 Location 2 Location 3 List additional locations if you’d like: Question Title * 13. In the space below, please list any regional destinations you feel should be highlighted and incorporated into bicycle and pedestrian planning and development in McDonald County. Question Title * 14. What type of bicycling facilities do you prefer? (Please choose all that apply) On-street bike facilities (ex: bike lanes, shared lanes, etc) Paved multi-use paths Unpaved trails Question Title * 15. What type of walking facilities do you prefer? (Please choose all that apply) Sidewalks Paved multi-use paths Unpaved trails Question Title * 16. Have you ever used a trail or multi-use path in your community (if from McDonald County)? Yes No Question Title * 17. Do you visit nearby destinations outside of McDonald County to use a trail or multi-use path? Yes No Question Title * 18. Would you use trails more often if they were closer to you? Yes No Question Title * 19. What amenities are most important for bicyclists and pedestrians in McDonald County? (Please choose top five choices). Adequate lighting Trash cans Restrooms Benches Directional signage 911 call boxes Shelters Showers at places of employment Drinking fountains Bicycle racks Trail maps Question Title * 20. What is your residential zip code? Question Title * 21. Do you live or work in McDonald County? Live Work Both None of the above Question Title * 22. What is your gender? Male Female Question Title * 23. What is your age range? 0-9 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+ Question Title * 24. If you would like to receive updates on the Plan’s progress, please leave your email address below: Page1 / 1 100% of survey complete. Done