Vandalia Wildlife Area Future Use Survey

Your Voice Matters: Future Planning for Vandalia Wildlife Area

What should the future of the Vandalia Wildlife Area look like? Polk County Conservation is seeking input as it evaluates options for this unique 300-acre former quarry property. The planning effort will consider conservation and habitat restoration, water quality protection, outdoor recreation opportunities, public access improvements, and other potential enhancements. Community feedback will help guide future decisions and ensure the site reflects public needs and values.

1.What is your zip code?

2.How familiar are you with the Vandalia Wildlife Area?

Very familiar – I have visited the area more than once

Somewhat familiar – I have visited at least once

Have heard of it but never visited – I am familiar but have never visited

Not familiar

6.If OHV/ATV recreation were considered as one component of the site, which conditions would be most important? (Select up to 3)

Habitat restoration is included

Water quality is protected

Noise mitigation measures are implemented

Wildlife impacts are minimized

The facility is financially self-supporting

Additional recreation opportunities are provided

Enhanced law enforcement and site management

Limited hours of operation

Other (please specify)

7.Which statement best reflects your opinion?

The site should focus primarily on conservation and habitat restoration.

The site should provide conservation and low-impact recreation.

The site should provide a mix of conservation and active recreation, including OHV/ATV use.

The site should prioritize recreation opportunities over conservation improvements.

Unsure

8.What do you see as the greatest potential benefit of developing the site?

9.What is your greatest concern regarding future development of the site?

10.What else would you like us to consider regarding the future of the Vandalia Wildlife Area?