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Midtown Neighborhood Plan 2026: Community Survey

Thank you for taking the Midtown Neighborhood Plan Community Survey.

The plan will help guide future policies, programs, and infrastructure investments to support a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable neighborhood. This online survey provides an opportunity for stakeholders to share their concerns, ideas and vision for the future of Midtown.

The map below shows the boundary of the Midtown Neighborhood Plan area.

Outline of the Midtown Neighborhood

This survey takes about 10 minutes and includes 15 questions.

For more information about this project, please visit the project website at https://www.wichita.gov/481/Midtown.
1.Which of the following best describes your relationship with Midtown? (Select all that apply)(Required.)
2.How long have you lived in the Midtown neighborhood?(Required.)
3.How many different homes have you lived in within Midtown?(Required.)
4.What is your age?(Required.)
5.Do you live in one of Midtown’s Historic Districts, if so, which one?(Required.)
HOUSING & NEIGHBORHOOD CHARACTER
6.Please rate the following statements.(Required.)
1 = Strongly Disagree
2 = Disagree
3 = Neutral
4 = Agree
5 = Strongly Agree
N/A
The neighborhood is a desirable place to live.
The housing market is strong; homes are sought after and sell relatively quickly.
New housing developments or redevelopments are a good fit for the neighborhood.
Housing in Midtown is affordable for people at different income levels.
Midtown provides a good mix of housing types and choices.
Vacant homes are a concern in Midtown.
Vacant commercial buildings, including churches, are a concern in Midtown.
Residential property maintenance is a concern in Midtown.
Commercial property maintenance is a concern in Midtown.
HISTORIC CHARACTER & IDENTITY
7.Please rate the following statements.(Required.)
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
N/A
The neighborhood's historic charm and character set it apart from other neighborhoods.
I value the mature tree canopy in the neighborhood.
Preserving older homes and buildings should be a neighborhood priority.
New development should respect the historic character of Midtown.
Midtown's cultural diversity is one of its strengths.
Midtown's central location is a major benefit.
MOBILITY
8.Please rate the following statements.(Required.)
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
N/A
The neighborhood is walkable.
Sidewalks are well maintained and in good repair.
Sidewalks get me where I'd like to go.
Midtown is bike-friendly, and I generally feel safe bicycling in the neighborhood.
Streets are well maintained and in good repair.
Speeding vehicles are a concern on residential streets.
Speeding vehicles are a concern on major streets.
Lighting for streets and sidewalks is adequate.
Public transit provides useful transportation options for Midtown residents.
Major intersections and crosswalks in Midtown feel safe for pedestrians.
BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL AREAS
9.Please rate the following statements.(Required.)
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
N/A
I frequently visit businesses in the neighborhood for shopping.
I frequently visit businesses in the neighborhood for dining.
I frequently visit businesses in the neighborhood for healthcare.
I frequently visit businesses in the neighborhood for other professional services.
I frequently attend church in Midtown.
Locally-owned restaurants, retail shops, and businesses are a good fit.
Regional and national franchise businesses are a good fit.
Home-based businesses (daycares, bakers, service providers, etc.) are a good fit.
I am concerned about the potential impacts of business growth in residential areas.
I am concerned about the lack of business growth in Midtown.
The business community is given a voice and is welcomed in neighborhood activities.
Healthcare, educational, and institutional facilities are valuable assets.
Midtown's commercial corridors provide needed goods and services.
Redevelopment of vacant commercial properties should be encouraged.
Conditions in commercial corridors (including property maintenance, vacancies, and homelessness-related impacts) affect my perception of Midtown's business districts.
COMMUNITY & PUBLIC SAFETY
10.Please rate the following statements.(Required.)
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
N/A
The neighborhood is friendly and welcoming.
People in the neighborhood care about their neighbors.
The variety of events and activities offers something for everyone.
The neighborhood is a safe place to live.
When safety issues arise, the City responds accordingly.
Code enforcement issues negatively affect neighborhood quality of life.
Vacant properties contribute to safety concerns.
Homelessness and unhoused populations affect quality of life in Midtown.
Homelessness and associated social service needs are adequately addressed in Midtown.
Public spaces and parks in Midtown feel safe and welcoming to all users.
I have felt unsafe in public spaces or parks in Midtown in the last 24 months.
I have felt unsafe at home in Midtown in the last 24 months.
I have personally witnessed or experienced criminal activity in Midtown during the last 24 months.
PARKS & RECREATION
11.Please rate the following statements.(Required.)
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
N/A
The parks in the neighborhood are destinations.
Park amenities (playgrounds, courts, trails, etc.) are maintained in good condition.
Park amenities represent activities that I or my household enjoy.
Midtown has adequate access to parks and open space.
Parks have facilities and accommodations for public events, performances, and festivals.
The Little Arkansas River corridor is a valuable community asset.
Trails and greenways connect me to places I want to go.
Recreation programming meets the needs of residents.
PRIORITIES
12.Please select your TOP THREE priorities for Midtown over the next 10 years.(Required.)
13.What is the single biggest concern about the neighborhood today?
14.What is something that can be accomplished quickly, isn’t overly expensive, and would make a positive impact for people in Midtown?
15.Please enter your email address if you wish to receive regular updates regarding the Midtown Neighborhood Plan process.