Comprehensive Plan Update Questionnaire

In an effort to better understand the issues most important to the citizens of Oriental and to assist in the Comprehensive Plan update, the Town Planning Board requests that you complete this short questionnaire.

We will tabulate the responses and integrate your concerns into the updated Comprehensive Plan. Your participation is important and should only take a few minutes. Thank you!

1. What kinds of new private development would you most like to see in Oriental? [Select no more than THREE]

1. What kinds of new private development would you most like to see in Oriental? [Select no more than THREE] Small businesses that serve the needs of residents Small businesses that serve the needs of visitors Health care providers Entertainment (i.e. restaurants, recreation, nightlife) Multi-family residences (i.e. apartments, condominiums, senior housing) Workforce housing (i.e. affordable to teachers, restaurant employees, retail employees, marine industry workers, etc.) Other: Other:
2. What do you consider to be the most important roles for the Town to play in influencing the character of development in Oriental? [Select no more than THREE]

2. What do you consider to be the most important roles for the Town to play in influencing the character of development in Oriental? [Select no more than THREE] Reduce land use conflicts by managing the location of single-family, multi-family, and commercial development Manage the density and intensity of new development by regulating the size and layout of lots and buildings Retain and enhance community appearance through landscaping, sign, lighting, and architectural standards Provide incentives such as density bonuses or parking reductions in exchange for improved performance in landscaping or stormwater management Improve flexibility of development standards Other: Other:
3. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
"I think the appearance of Oriental should be improved by revising the Town's development regulations."

3. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
"I think the appearance of Oriental should be improved by revising the Town's development regulations." Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree
Explain:
4. What do you consider most important to improve the quality of new commercial development in Oriental? [Select no more than FOUR]

4. What do you consider most important to improve the quality of new commercial development in Oriental? [Select no more than FOUR] Landscaping in business districts Architectural standards in R3, MU, MU-1 zones Streamlined and flexible development regulations Public parking in lots and along streets Placement of buildings and parking on commercial properties Other: Other:
5. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
"Development standards in the Town of Oriental should be sensitive to its unique context."

5. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
"Development standards in the Town of Oriental should be sensitive to its unique context." Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree
Explain:
6. What efforts do you believe are most important to improve the economy in Oriental? [Select no more than FOUR]

6. What efforts do you believe are most important to improve the economy in Oriental? [Select no more than FOUR] Cultivate a "small business-friendly" reputation Reduce governmental red tape Attract more shopping and restaurants Discourage national/regional chains and franchises Improve access to jobs Encourage redevelopment of existing business centers Attract more tourists and tourism-related businesses Encourage more permanent residents Other Other
7. What do you consider to be the most important transportation issues for the Town? [Select no more than FOUR]

7. What do you consider to be the most important transportation issues for the Town? [Select no more than FOUR] Maintenance of existing roadways Traffic safety Parking availability Poor lighting Sign clutter Limited public transportation options Limited facilities for bicycles and pedestrian Roadway drainage Other: Other:
8. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
"Whether by private citizens or the Town, more should be done to protect our waterfront and natural resources."

8. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
"Whether by private citizens or the Town, more should be done to protect our waterfront and natural resources." Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree
Explain:
9. What do you consider to be the most important issues related to the Town's environment and natural resources? [Select no more than THREE]

9. What do you consider to be the most important issues related to the Town's environment and natural resources? [Select no more than THREE] Maintaining John Bond beach Reducing pet waste Land conservation Improving public access to environmental resources Stormwater management for developed or redeveloping properties Other: Other:
10. What do you consider to be most important in creating recreational opportunities? [Select no more than THREE]

10. What do you consider to be most important in creating recreational opportunities? [Select no more than THREE] Constructing sidewalks and on-road bike lanes Constructing off-road pedestrian and cycling greenways Expanding park activities and programs Establishing more seasonal events Developing new locations for outdoor events Other: Other:
11. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
"Our community is prepared for its aging population."

11. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement?
"Our community is prepared for its aging population." Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree
Explain:
12. What factors do you consider to be most important to better serve the aging population? [Select no more than TWO].

12. What factors do you consider to be most important to better serve the aging population? [Select no more than TWO]. More senior housing Transportation for seniors (public transportation, sidewalks, greenways) Access to healthcare facilities More recreational activities and programs More recreational facilities Better coordination among public agencies and non-profits Other: Other:
13. Which statements describe your relationship to the Town of Oriental? [Select ALL that apply]

13. Which statements describe your relationship to the Town of Oriental? [Select ALL that apply] I live in town. I own property here. I own a business here. I rent a residence here. I work here. I shop here regularly. I vacation and/or visit here. My primary residence is elsewhere I rent commercial property here.
14. If you live in Oriental, for how many years have you lived here?

14. If you live in Oriental, for how many years have you lived here? Less than 1 year. 1-5 years. 6-10 years. 11-15 years. 16-20 years. More than 20 years
15. If you would like to receive public information releases, such as public notices from Town officials, in what ways would you prefer to receive your information? [Select ALL that apply]

15. If you would like to receive public information releases, such as public notices from Town officials, in what ways would you prefer to receive your information? [Select ALL that apply] Email newsletter Mailed newsletter Telephone call The town website in The Pamlico News newspaper on TownDock.net on a public bulletin board on social media
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Comprehensive Plan Update Questionnaire

Comprehensive Plan Update Questionnaire

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