Virginia DOT's unique feasibility study around turning a former railroad track into a shared use path used online surveys to great effect. Read on to learn some of the takeaways that can be applied to a variety of other surveys, particularly those that ask for input on a map!...
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For its Comprehensive Pedestrian Plan, Elizabeth City launched an amazing MetroQuest survey to identify obstacles and solutions to building a more walkable city as part of a strategic plan to stimulate community growth. Read the story and get takeaways for your own survey success!...
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Using NextDoor to promote its interactive survey, the City of Austin turned its NextDoor neighbors into active participants, gathering input from 5,100 respondents for its Austin Strategic Mobility Plan!...
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For government agencies, "online public engagement” encompasses a variety of tools and services. In particular, planners need unique tools that serve their needs: here's why....
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The City of Austin recently used MetroQuest, in partnership with national planning and design consulting firm, Kimley-Horn & Associates, to engage over 5,100 participants online! Their outstanding success is based on two factors: a great outreach plan and a fantastic MetroQuest survey that turned visitors into survey respondents. Before discussing the latter in my next post, we’ll turn our attention to one major aspect of...
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