Imagine Greater Tucson

Imagine Greater Tucson
Online Survey Data from February 1 - 9, 2011

Survey: 1. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Community	Neighborhoods
Easy Living	It is affordable, and you can pick breakfast off the tree.
Vision. You can almost see it being GREAT from here.	Transportation, Planning, Zoning, Urban Renewal, Energy Efficiency, Sustainability.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Low Horizons	If it doesn't help me NOW, if I can't ride it or make money off it NOW, then it isn't any good EVER.


Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Home near: Swan / Pima 85712 // Years here: 32 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 2. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sense of Community	Was born here, it is where my friends and family are, always meeting fascinating new people
The Weather!	Pretty self explanatory
Arts and performance scene	There is almost too much to do in the arts and entertainment world here. Love it!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The city government is a mess	Our City Council is a joke, the city is full of waste, they ignore important issues and bicker over nothing.
City and County need to focus on attracting businesses	Completely unfriendly towards new business. It is next to impossible to get a business built and open in this area.
Downtown	Get real business people with a track record of success to work on the revitalization, not a bunch of city employees flushing millions
Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Home near: Campbell/Ft. Lowell 85719 // Years here: 49 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 3. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Feeling of community	Common goals to improve an equality for all members of our community-better schools, better jobs
Diversity	I love the neighborhoods, the history, the pride we share, the enjoyment I experience in sharing others traditions
The feel of living in a large college town	The University of Arizona is the center of our intellectual community and is a leader in providing numerous experiences such as the Tucson Festival of Books
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improvement in our public schools	Our children are being short changed. We need to provide a better education for all of them.
Provide a higher level of jobs	My children were educated in out of state universities-there are not many jobs for them to return to in Tucson.
There is no understanding between the far right and the left	I care deeply about working on these issues but we have to meet somewhere in the middle-it will be difficult for everyone. Our state legislature seems to make very poor decisions for the citizens of Arizona.
Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Home near: Swan/River Rd. 85718 // Years here: 43 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 4. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
I grew up here	I have friends and family here.
The weather is very pleasant.	There are a lot of things that can be done outdoors.
There are beautiful outdoor parks to visit.	The Sahuaro national monuments are beautiful peaceful to visit.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better streets	There are so many pot holes.
Make it easier to get around town	There are only4 major streets to go east and west. During rush hour it take longer to get around town.
More green areas.	Many of the streets are ugly and lack landscaping.
Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Home near: 22nd and country club 85713 // Years here: 61 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 5. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Strong cultural identity.	Tucson has a strong cultural identity one that tries to be inclusive and respectful of the many peoples who call Tucson home and attempts to celebrate culture in various forms. We are not always successful in expressing our cultural identity and we have sometime gotten things wrong but we keep trying. It's important to me because a strong cultural identity means that certain choices are going to be made and allows me to feel valued as I represent a diverse point of view.
We are not afraid to be intelligent.	We take a certain pride in being educated and we value education. We are painfully aware that there is a disparity in how well educated our citizens are, but we do seem to want to provide quality educational experiences for all and we tend to appreciate smart people as opposed to being fearful of them. I value facts and feel that our decisions are better when we are informed.
Nature is important to us...	Nature is important to us and we recognize a need to protect and enjoy it. We spend a lot of time commenting on our beautiful mountains, sunsets and skies. We are aware that other people value our beauty. Sometime we are willing to exploit our good looks for personal gain, however. I spend a good deal of my free time hiking and enjoying nature. I would not want to live in a city where I could not go out into the wilderness.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Develop stronger leadership.	We need new leadership in all sectors, business, non-profit and government. The current leaders are not visionary nor do they have the capacity to get people excited about change.
Greater access to social services for those who are in need.	Too many people are falling behind and that makes all of Tucson less successful.
Create a serious transportation and natural resource plan.	Without a plan that takes into account transportation needs and the available natural resources growth will not be planned or provided for adequately and our quality of life will be adversely effected.
Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Home near: Country Club & 5th 85716 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 6. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Friendly people in a growing community	There's a commonality with new people moving to one place
Great mountains and weather	Aesthetically dramatic and soothing. Weather makes it an easy place to live.
Easy to be involved (engaged) in community	This is a true "community" that has a soul. Big city with small town feel yet varied cultural amenities.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better local governance	We have myopic political leaders too afraid to make bold decisions that benefit the whole region.
Improve transportation infrastructure	A terrible lack of planning for decades has cost us the chance for a modern transportation system.
Clean up medians and common areas	An improved focus on landscaping and trash pickup would make the City more attractive, especially in the "gateway" areas.
Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Home near: Sunrise/Craycroft 85750 // Years here: 32 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 7. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Comfort
Mountain surroundings	Easy access
Weather	Comfort
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011
Survey: 8. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The size of the community	Tucson feels like a medium-sized city but has the amenities and culture of a big city
The physical surroundings	There is open space in and around Tucson, and I love the Sonoran Desert
The people	Overall, Tucsonans are friendly, helpful, easy-going, and progressive
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Elected public servants	The Tucson City Council and the Pima Co. Board of Supervisors are made up of people who don't know what they're doing
Improve education	Tucson needs a better educated and informed citizenry
Prioritize the environment over development	It is crucial that we safeguard Tucson's natural beauty, and become an example of environmental awareness for the rest of the country
Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Home near: N. Swan Rd. and E. Sunrise Dr. 85718 // Years here: 15 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 9. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Population density	A sense of community/neighborhood is important and encourages participation with a low-density population


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Water conservation in building codes	Home builders presently use one how water heater per home. My 2000 home requires 11 litres/3 gal of water down the drain before hot water arrives in the master bathroom. An "In Line" 6 gallon heater would solve this. Solution: Change building code (Tucson and the County) requiring builders to arrange that no hot water tap is more than 3 quarts from hot water. Accomplish this by additional hot water heater, instant heaters, or receive pump. IGT must prepare a presentation to counter professional builder lobby trying to prevent this change in codes.


Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Years here: 17 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 10. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Easy to get outdoors fast.	We have fabulous recreational opportunities here within a one hour drive - Mt Lemon, Madera Canyon, Sabino Canyon, the Tucson mtns, lots of parks, the river walks, bike paths, Fantasy Island. Its easy to get outside and enjoy the outdoors quickly.
Live and let live atmosphere.	So many people here are open and non- judgmental about "lifestyle" choices. We embrace diversity of culture, sexual orientation, gender, age. Tucson is socially liberal and I love that.
University of Arizona	The UA gives us the opportunity to be a college town with sports events, museums, the Festival of Books, etc. The more times I can get my kids on campus, the more comfortable they are with it, the more they will see the U. as a place they must go.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More economic opportunities for my kids to stay.	We need more large employers.
More business friendly environment	Decisions should be based on what makes economic sense overall. for example - Grant Rd widening. While it makes sense to help existing biz owners stay in place, will the end result be hodge podge properties that aren't worth much? Why not do what Phx did - decide where a freeway is going and blade a path that makes transportation sense. another example is sign codes - it is difficult to go to COT dept and get a different answer each time as to whether or not your sign is to code or temporary or which fee is applicable. If they can tell you you are out of compliance, why do 2 different people give you 2 different answers on how to comply?
Cross town freeway	I would have turned Grant Rd into a limited access road to facilitate quicker cross town travel.
Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Home near: Camino de Oeste/Ironwood Hills Rd 85745 // Years here: 34 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 11. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather & environment	I enjoy being outside, being physically active and living/working in a clean environment.
Cultural diversity	I appreciate the rich variety of Native, Hispanic, Black and Anglo cultures that makes Tucson unique.
Progressive politics	I like having friends, family & coworkers who share my values for a responsible government, environmental stewardship and social justice.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Set manageable sustainability goals	We can't continue to over-use natural resources (e.g. water, energy & desert ecology) without facing a future economic and environmental crisis.
Support a more open, culturally diverse population	I'm saddened and disappointed at the state's efforts to legislate SB 1070, shut down the TUSD Hispanic Studies Program and limit 14th Amendment citizenship rights.
Build on our potential to be a solar leader.	Encourage more solar manufacturers to locate in the Tucson area, capitalizing on one of our best natural resources without destroying the environment.
Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Home near: Sabino Canyon/Tanque Verde 85715 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 12. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The mountains/natural beauty	I find it inspiring
Its university town	Attracts a more eclectic retail environment. It also attracts more arts and culture. Attracts smart, progressive people.
Weather in winter
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More effective local governance	This creates the foundation for all other activities
More bike paths	It would create a more interesting sense of place and Tucson needs to be a safer place to bike

Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Home near: Ina, 1st 85718 // Years here: 15 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 13. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Spread out/space (East side living)	I like the nature that surrounds us.
Smaller town feeling	Always run into people that I know, closer community.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More family options	There are very few indoor, good, high quality family options available
Bus routes	There are no bus routes past Harrison - makes it hard for people who live East and cannot drive.
Outdoor family options	Other than the National Park stuff (which is great), there are not high quality, high volume outdoor family entertainment areas.
Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Home near: Houghton and Broadway 85748 // Years here: 7 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 14. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
It's beautiful here, the mountains, climate and overall atmosphere.	To be aesthetically intrigued and nourished is of growing importance to me as I grow older.
The city has a smaller town feel even though it is fairly large (by my standards).	Large, fat, congested cities are uncomfortable for me personally. Normally I have lived in cities that are 50,000 people or less and found that very pleasant. Tucson is surprising like that even though much, much larger and I have lived here 10 years now.
This is somewhat related to the first one and that is I can live outside quite a bit more.	I like being outside. I like walking and biking and doing just about anything outside, it is so nice to do that here and so easy. Even in the summer when others are in I'm often out, it can be glorious in that regard. My bungalow is 400 square feet with no AC but the lot is almost 200 feet long and 60 feet wide with lots of space outside to garden and do woodworking projects, compost and raise worms to eat my garbage. These things would be a lot less enjoyable in Seattle!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The Air!	There are three things starting to concern me with respect to living in Tucson, enough so that I have just begun thinking of moving which I don't really want to do and the first one is the air. In the last 10 years it's gotten really nasty. I'm surprised at the level of particulate matter that has increased. Like I said I like living outside a lot so I keep my doors and windows wide open almost all year with some exceptions. The amount of dust and particulate matter that can settle on the counter tops and such is much, much more than it did when I first moved here. In one day everything now can be significantly coated with particles, almost enough to write your name in, that's in one day! It didn't used to be like that. Yes, there is always a dust issue here but I used to be able to go 5 days to a week before seeing this level of buildup so something has changed. When I think of that extra stress on my lungs it gives me the creeps.
Water issues.	There are many ways in which Tucson makes strides beyond what other cities do with respect to water but I find those efforts not good enough with respect to the desert environment we live in. There should be much, much more effort and awareness around water issues. I'm rather appalled at the number of swimming pools alone and that's a rather smallish issue. If there were more public pools available there might be less private ones built. If water prices were significantly higher and I mean significantly higher for people that use gross amounts of water that might help as many people are less environmentally conscious as they are wallet conscious. I wish it weren't so but unfortunately some people won't reduce unless encouraged to do so.
Noise	If there is one thing that could be changed that seems to me that would have a dramatic effect it is noise. So many studies out there are suggesting the high impact on all levels of health, physical, emotional and mental with regard to noise levels. Traffic noise, helicopter noise, the awful noise the airbase generates with those jets flying so low over the city! Then there are the ever increasing barking dogs, wow, I can't even take a walk on any street in my neighborhood without being accosted by multiple teams of barking dogs! And gunshots resound in the neighborhood at least 2-5 times per month depending on the season. When the suicide lanes were still in place on Grant every day at the same time morning and evening there would be the sound of blaring horns honking at people that would be in the wrong lane, we always knew what time it was when they started. It's nice to have that ended. To be surrounded by beauty only to have it so deeply compromised by foul sound is to lose a precious aspect of what the desert has provided for centuries, a quiet place to reflect and compose one's self to that which stretches beyond one's self. There is no need for the jets to fly so low with all that surrounding desert and I personally question the expense of helicopters for tracking down someone that has stolen a stereo. We could do better and I'm hoping we do.
Date of survey: Feb 01, 2011 // Home near: Grant/Swan 85712 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 15. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Outdoor Recreation	Mountain trails and open space.
Climate	Sun
Small town feel	Connection to many people
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation	Road congestion is frustrating as is the time it takes to complete road improvement projects.
Entertainment	Better music/concert venues, dining opportunities, and shopping resources (other than strip malls).
Downtown	Provide better night life/entertainment opportunities. Hard to believe this can't be supported by an area with over 1 million residence.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Tangerine and 1st Avenue 85737 // Years here: 28 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 16. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town feel in a large urban area	I like the idea that we maintain a neighborly attitude even though we are over a million people spread across hundreds of square miles several cities and towns.
The weather	Yes the summer heat gets old in August, but I like the fact that in the winter I can go skiing on Saturday and then work in the yard in short sleeves on Sunday.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Greater focus on economic development	Unfortunately, my children will have to leave the region to find good opportunities to begin and advance their careers. We are losing our greatest asset to other Cities who see economic growth as a benefit.
Reduce the influence of small groups and neighborhoods	The din of the noisy few is often overheard by politicians to the detriment of the majority.

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Ina/Oracle 85704 // Years here: 40 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 17. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Beautiful mountains	Views
Weather	Can get out and walk, exercise easily all year round.
People	Small town mentality, yet many educated and well-traveled people live here.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Freeway system	Hard to go east/west without major freeway
Border protection	Illegal aliens crossing the border
Taxes	Property taxes should be changed like California's Prop. 13 where taxes are frozen until the house is sold.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Silverbell/Sunset 85743 // Years here: 12 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 18. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum	I volunteer at the Desert Museum as a Junior Docent, and I enjoy educating the public about the wonders of our natural desert environment. The Desert Museum is pretty sweet!
Hiking	My family loves to go hiking on Finger Rock, Pontatoc, and Sabino Canyon trails. Its a fun way to bond with each other and connect with nature.
The friendly people	I feel very accepted in this town. We have exceptional diversity, and there is so much to learn about all the different people living here.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More recycling containers in public places.	I hate seeing lots of water bottles thrown in the trash just because there's no recycling can nearby.


Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: River and Campbell 85718 // Years here: 14 // Born in the: 90s
Survey: 19. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Rialto Theater	Intimate, historic concert venue that attracts national acts. I love this place.
Congress/ 4th Avenue	These areas keep Tucson vibrant. This is the hub of Tucson's diversity--street fair, all soul's procession, Pride Parade, college hang-out, funky shops.
Fledgeling GREEN movement	We're no Portland or Vancouver, but maybe we could be some day? There are people who want to save this place-water, air, solar.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Green governing	Better water management. More solar.
High speed rail to PHX	I'd use it dozens of times each year.
More community art	Let's face it. There are parts of Tucson that look dumpy-- a lot of parts. I'm no urban designer but let's make our city pretty.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Swan 85711 // Years here: 21 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 20. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I like the blue sky.
Downtown	I like to walk to entertainment.
UofA	I like to walk to education
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Annex the foothills	I would like to see Tucson get the state shared revenues it deserve.
Shift the City's revenue basis from sales tax to property tax	I would like the City to have a stable revenue source.
Build more boulevards	Bike boulevards are the only way to make Tucson bike friendly. Tucson's weather lets us bike year round.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: 6th Avenue and Speedway 85705 // Years here: 29 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 21. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The mountains	Beauty that others take for granite.
The desert	Having a natural habitat that reminds you where you are.
Beautiful sunsets	There are no tall buildings blocking the breathtaking views of the fantastic sunsets
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Freeways	It is very difficult to get from point A to point B because the freeways are structured on the side of town. You have to take surface streets to get any where. Who wants to go out of their way to get on the freeway?
Jobs	Entice more large Corporations to move here. It would provide more money for the state, and more job opportunities.
Transportation	A transit system like the rail in Phoenix... It would cut down on traffic. It would serve people better than the freeway.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Years here: 14 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 22. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Nature	High mountain backdrop, beautiful saguaro valleys, great sunsets, cooling monsoons.
University of Arizona	Intellectual discourse, good sports teams.
Mexican Food	Tucson has the best food, so many wonderful restaurants.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Economic Development Savvy	Density, not each for his own. Density of business ideas, density of sports complexes to arts to residents. Density of entrepreneurs working together. Tucson fails most here.
Serious Transportation Solution	High-speed rail to connect through Chandler into Phoenix. A East-West traffic solution in the city.
UA Expansion	Get UA Downtown too, gather all resources into a small, dense, collaborative downtown space and connect that to high-speed rail to PHX.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Years here: 7 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 23. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Natural environment	I enjoy running, hiking, gardening, and the sun year round. I like being able to get out of the built environment quickly to the desert, mountains, and even to the ocean fairly easily.
The laid back atmosphere	I like a simple, stress free life.
Small town feeling	After a while you get to know a lot of people and feel like a part of the community.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Stop the bickering	I think State and local politics are divisive and promote anger within the community. Differing points of view are not discussed - just derided.
Stop talking about being a green city and actually become a green city	We need leadership to invest in and change how our transportation system, our food distribution, our energy use.
Land use planning	Invest in the built environment within the city limits, make is livable and able for people to enjoy and use without driving long distances and investing infrastructure into further out developments.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Grant and Alvernon 85712 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 24. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate	Can do outdoor activities 12 months of the year
Not too big	Can get around metro area without too much difficulty
Events	Have events that have nationwide appeal, ie Accenture golf tournament
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011
Survey: 25. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	It is perfect year round for me
Vistas and landscape	The views around town are beautiful
Location to things i do for fun	Tucson is close enough to enough hobby places to make it a good location to live.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Economy	Improve the economy so that people could make a living wage here. entice business to actually come here and STAY here to improve the tax base. the U of A and Raytheon cannot be the only major business in town
Remove "good old boys network" thinking	Change the thinking that "your friend xxx" is not always the right one for the job. the nepotism that plagues this town is staggering.
Replace town council and mayor	Replace these puppets with quality decision makers that do not have personal agenda in front of every move and a mayor who will not be afraid to take some heat for decisions, opposed to the wall flower we have. maybe put people in place that will not fail making rio nuevo and the gem show complete failures
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: cortaro and I-10 85743 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 26. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Usually a nice day don't have to shovel snow
Scenery	Can go to Mt Lemmon for pine trees and snow if you like Have the Saguaro Nation Monument
History	San Xavier Mission and other historical places
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Roads	Lots of potholes and cracks


Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Mission valencia 85746 // Years here: 55 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 27. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Winter weather	I came from a cold climate, so I enjoy the warmer winter. The summer is a little harder to cope with.
Casual lifestyle	Tucson is a very relaxed community, which I enjoy. Commutes aren't too bad, dress is more casual (even for work), attitudes, etc.
Desert scenery	I've come to enjoy the desert landscape. Coming from an area that gets a great deal of rain, the brown of Tucson was a little difficult, but I've grown to enjoy what the desert has to offer.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Clean community	I've never lived in a place with more garbage thrown all over. I regularly see people throwing garbage out their vehicle windows. Fine those people and work to make a cleaner place for everyone to live.
View from the freeway	When I drove into Tucson for the first time, my first thought was that this was a very ugly city. The image given to passers-by from the freeway is not a positive one. We don't encourage people to want to stop here.
Inner-city driving	I personally do not enjoy driving around Tucson because it's all inner-city driving that takes too long. There needed to be some sort of highway system that makes traveling in the Tucson area easier and faster. Seems Tucson is re-active in the planning of this community instead of pro-active.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Pima Mine Road & Rancho Sahuarita Blve. 85629 // Years here: 7 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 28. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tucson is small bigger city with its own identity	Unlike the greater Phoenix area,Tucson is still a bigger small town with great public areas and shops. All close.
Hardly any smog	Due to Tucson in a valley with three main ways to go, it creates a almost always a breeze from one way to another blowing away our smog. Totally unlike the greater metro Phoenix area with a big bowl effect .

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Nothing	Big brother is small.
Nothing
Nothing
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: I-10 & east Cortero road 85741 // Years here: 19 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 29. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate/Location	I had to move from a damp cold climate or be in a wheelchair in my early 40's. I enjoy looking at the mountains.
People	The people are very friendly and willing to help you.
Layout of the streets	In 1980 with a map, it was easy to get around except for the one-way streets downtown. We have more traffic now and that needs to be addressed - improved streets.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Jobs	Bring industrial businesses/jobs to Tucson. There are 419 acres zoned industrial in the Flowing Wells area along I-10. Work is continuing to get this property shovel ready. After they arrive, get JTED involved to train future employees of these businesses.
Street Improvements/Traffic Flow	Many of our streets are in desperate need of repaving. Many need shoulders and bike lanes. This would improve the traffic flow and hopefully reduce accidents.

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: 1 mile 85705 // Years here: 30 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 30. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I grew up in Colorado Springs, CO and had enough fun battling winter weather.
Bigger City without feeling like Phoenix	Would prefer to live in a smaller community (like Sierra Vista) but having the ability to get to a bigger City as part of a day trip. I can live in Tucson and travel to Phoenix when I need to experience the big City. Would prefer to live in Sierra Vista and travel to Tucson or Phoenix when I need the Big City "feel".
Natural Surroundings	The mountain ranges and the desert are beautiful.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tucson needs more smart development	I am hoping that the Streetcar ties Downtown and the U of A together in a way that spurs development and creates a destination that allows us to eat, drink and have fun. Fun for adults and family.
There are areas of Tucson that are underserved by retail.	In regards to retail, the Vail/Rita Ranch area is underserved
Transportation	The RTA has helped a lot but we still have a way to go. We need to invest in our infrastructure. The 1/2 cent sales tax should go on indefinitely.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: I live in Vail 85641 // Years here: 15 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 31. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The availability of and proximity to natural open space areas. It's also important that when I go to these places, they aren't overly crowded.	I like to go hiking and bird watching (birding).
The widespread influence of the Mexican culture.	I'm Anglo and from upstate New York. When I grew up there, I wasn't exposed much to the Mexican/Hispanic culture. I feel enriched by my personal relationships with people of Mexican/Hispanic descent - I find both the people and the culture to be warm.
The intellectually stimulating environment associated with the University of Arizona.	I enjoy having the opportunity to meet/be around intellectually stimulating people.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Local government - we need better leaders and managers, and need to work together cooperatively.	I've worked in local government for almost 25 years, and know we could improve the quality of life for so many in the community if we had effective local governments that were well-run and worked together cooperatively.
Our approach to the "water issue". We need to get serious about water supply, drought, climate change, the real cost of water, and conservation issues.	I'm concerned about our long-term future, for our children and future generations. You can't have a successful, thriving community without sufficient and affordable water.
Our approach to those who are "less fortunate". I believe a healthy, successful community should take care of its citizenry. We need more effective, creative approaches to social service issues.	My interest in the "community's" overall well-being.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Country Club Road and Glenn Street 85716 // Years here: 30 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 32. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Mt Lemmon	It is such a wonderful place to enjoy throughout the year. It provides a number of different recreational activities and it's beauty and tranquility are unmatched in the immediate area. I was born and raised in Tucson and some of my fondest memories of growing up here involve camping, hiking, climbing, and playing in the snow on Mt Lemmon!!
Trails	There are a large number of trails for public use in the Tucson area and they allow people to connect with the natural beauty of the Tucson area. Walking, biking and vehicle trails provides endless enjoyment to those who utilize them.
Community events	Any type of event that engages a large portion of the community, such as the Tucson rodeo and parade, the All Souls Procession, concerts, sports events, the gem show, the Pima County Fair etc.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public transportation	Better public transportation and more options accessible to all areas of town including Vail, Green Valley, Sahuarita and Catalina.
The built environment	A large number of buildings along our major streets are outdated and unattractive. At one point, I believe, speedway was voted the ugliest street in the country.
Green initiatives/awareness	Preservation and protection of the Tucson region and it's resources through education and better practices so that future generations can enjoy Tucson as I have.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Oracle/Pinto 85739 // Years here: 31 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 33. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The geographical setting.	Diversity of mountains and valleys. The proximity of open desert areas around SE Arizona. The Sonoran Desert.
The people.	There is a great diversity in the cultural makeup of Tucson's population, both historically speaking and due to the fact that many new families have moved to this region from other parts of the US and the world.
Sense of community.	That often talked about sense of place that Tucson's have. People that live in this community identify strongly with the town.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Our government.	Tucson has missed out on many important landmark events due to it's inability to have a cohesive and decisive political structure. We tend to just float around in a wash of important issues and never go in any real direction.
Better infrastructure.	Everybody that lives in Tucson suffers from a lack of well maintained roads. We also need a cross-town loop freeway or parkway.
Revitalized town center.	We have struggled as a community for years regarding the revitalization of the down town area. Until the city can learn to sell the property they control to the private sector and "then back off and let them go" this will never be corrected.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Thornydale and Lambert 85742 // Years here: 40
Survey: 34. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The Environment...beautiful Sonoran Desert, with tall pine covered mountains surrounding the valley.	I am a Tucson Native, been all over the US..No place else has the same setting..the ease to be in the outdoors, away from the hustle and bustle of work..
The Small town feel..	Big Cities make you fell like a rat on a treadmill..Tucson has a warmer, friendlier feeling with its folks.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Bring into Tucson more industry to create a viable, healthy Job base.	Tucson in a great place to live, raise a family if you have a good job...But Tucson has never had a strong job market...More and better jobs are necessary..ones not based on construction or growth.
Better long range planning on growth and construction	Smart long Range planning is necessary. The money behind developers has driven growth here for decades..not smart planning..There is only so much water available here..the size and nature of the population should be planned to fit the long term picture.

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Thornydale and Overton 85742 // Years here: 48 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 35. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Its small town ambiance.	I've lived in big cities (L.A., Houston, Tokyo). Except within your own small circle, contacts are generally very impersonal and tangential in large cities.
The cross-cultural southwestern "feel" of Tucson.	Strong social, cultural values that derive from Tucson's ancient native-American past, its Hispanic family-centered roots, and the pioneering, adventure-oriented spirit of Anglo migrants.
3a. The Sonoran Desert. It's not Phoenix.	3a. The area's beautiful environs-harsh and unforgiving but also glorious and sublime-are unique in this country. 3b. 'nuff said.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011
Survey: 36. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The mix of people we have here	I think that we all bring something valuable to the community because of our different cultures and backgrounds.
Our proximity to mountains, open areas, other towns in southern Arizona	It probably helps us bond more as a people.
The variety and mix and abundance of small businesses.	It's just fun to discover something familiar or something new.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The politics	Very few officials and decision makers seem to look at the greater good. Instead, too many want to serve own interests or that of beholden groups.
The planning for the future	Again, there seems to be no regard for how things become a part of a bigger picture. That's probably why so much sprawl has happened and there are so many abandoned lots and buildings.
How others probably view us	We need to develop messages, images, etc., of how good this place is and can be, and we need to sincerely practice that every day here.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Park 85719 // Years here: 43 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 37. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Friendly people	It provides connection to the community and enhances the quality of my life.
Small town feel	There's a calmness to Tucson that is not always available in other places.
The open space	I need the sense of openness that the desert and mountains provide.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improve public transportation	It would offer more options than having to get in my car.
More trash pickup along major streets.	The appearance of the community is important for residents and visitors.
Enhance and maintain landscaping in public areas.	Landscaping provides people with a feeling of serenity, especially native plant materials.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Campbell & Speedway 85719 // Years here: 35 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 38. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
I like that my mom and dad live in Tucson	Living near my parents gives me a since of security. They help me remodel my house and I get to spend time with them on the weekends.
Affordability	I was able to afford to purchase a house as a single person.
My short commute to work	I am very happy that I can live 2 miles from my job. This gives me the flexibility to use alternative modes to travel to work.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improve the downtown	There is nowhere to eat downtown on Sunday night. Once I was in downtown on a Saturday and wanted to have lunch, nothing was open near Congress and Church.
Attract more well-educated young people to Tucson	I want to meet some nice guys that have goals.
I would bring major retailers downtown	Instead of stores opening away from the downtown, why don't we offer benefit programs to encourage businesses to operate downtown.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Campbell 85719 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 39. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
SMALL CITY	SMALL ENOUGH TO BE NEIGHBORLY - UNLIKE LARGE CITY WHERE PEOPLE ARE STRANGERS - BUT LARGE ENOUGH TO OFFER LOTS OF OPTIONS.
SO. ARIZONA IS PLEASANT	LOTS OF RURAL AREAS, NOT BIG CONGESTED AREA. EASY TO GET "AWAY" FOR THE DAY FROM CITY TO MOUNTAINS OR DESERT OR GRASSLANDS.
DIVERSITY	EACH PART OF TUCSON - N, S, E, W, CENTRAL ARE ALL VERY DIFFERENT. LOTS OF "FLAVOR" OPTIONS.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
FOSTER COMMUNITY "PRIDE IN OWNERSHIP"	A LIVABLE, ENJOYABLE COMMUNITY IS ONE THAT IS CARED FOR AND LOVED. INVEST IN TAKING CARE OF THE RESOURCES AND INFRASTRUCTURE WE HAVE ALREADY. MAINTAIN THE PARKS AND STREETS ACCORDING TO BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES, TAKE CARE OF THE PLANTINGS SO THEY ARE HEALTHY AND AESTHETICALLY PLEASING (NOT OVERPRUNED OR NEGLECTED), CLEAN OUT THE TRASH. MAKE TUCSON SUCH A PLEASANT-APPEARING COMMUNITY THAT PEOPLE WANT TO BE HERE.
INCREASE FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY TO AN ETHICAL AND MORAL STANDARD	FOCUS ON WHAT IS IMPORTANT, NOT WHAT SOMEONE HAS AS AN AGENDA ON A POLITICAL PLATFORM THAT ONLY BENEFITS A FEW. I THINK THE GREATEST SHAME FOR TUCSON IS THE GREEDY, NARROW-MINDED AND CALLOUS ATTITUDE TOWARD THE ALLOCATION OF TAX DOLLARS. I WORK HARD FOR MY INCOME - I TRULY HATE TO SEE THE GOVERNMENTAL WASTE!
CREATE A "BUSINESS FRIENDLY" ATMOSPHERE TO HELP GENERATE A GREATER WEALTH.	CURRENT UNFRIENDLY PRACTICES LIMIT NEW BUSINESSES FROM STARTING OR COMING IN TO THE AREA. THUS, POTENTIAL REVENUES ARE NOT REALIZED, EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ARE NOT CREATED, AND THE POTENTIAL FOR INCREASING THE WEALTH AND HEALTH AND OVERALL VIBRANCY OF THE COMMUNITY IS STAGNATED.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: BROADWAY/CAMPBELL 85716 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 40. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The great independently owned restaurants	I am a foodie and hate chain restaurants. I sometimes take the great restaurants for granted but I hear many people who have moved from Tucson lament the lack of variety in the places where they currently live.
The weather/the desert	I spend as much time outdoors as possible hiking, biking, eating, etc. After living in Arizona for 35 years, I can't imagine spending months at a time without that warm sunshine on my shoulders 360 days a year.
Small town feel	Even though there are a million people who live in the region it is still easy to get to know your neighbor and people who are "in charge."
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tucson City Council	It's obvious the majority on the council can't make a decision, which hurts the entire community. If they had addressed the budget deficit when they were first made aware of it in 2009 we wouldn't have such constant, drastic proposal for cuts and tax increases (that they don't act on either).
More community focus on schools	Schools have so much impact on a community, it would be good for the community if we found ways to help them be more successful rather than just complaining that they aren't as good as we want them to be.
Get rid of Rob O'Dell	That guy has done more to hurt this community than anyone else in the region. He is negatively biased against EVERYTHING. Seriously, as someone who has a degree in journalism I am embarrassed by the stuff he puts out because it is usually half truths and suspect source quotes. That he has never written anything positive about the region should make the Star question his journalistic ethic (and it's sad they don't).
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Cortaro & I-10 85742 // Years here: 12 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 41. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The natural environment	The availability to be out of doors literally year-round to hike, bike, horse-back ride in a beautiful environment.
The University	My family enjoys the academic community and everything it brings including the obvious higher education opportunities but also the arts, the museums, the lectures, the sports, and the university area and energy from students.
Downtown	We have not got it right yet but we keep working on it as a labour of love. I implore all to get a vision and work that vision to make it happen!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Downtown	I travel a lot. To have a vibrant walkable, safe urban core with the arts, the restaurants, the liveable community is priceless....
Transportation	Transportation is freedom, commerce, and safety. We need to explore a cross town semi-limited access parkway to allow that opportunity for longer travel and allow the surface streets be access to businesses and residential.
Vision	We could use a true visionary leader in government (County and City) to provide a direction for our downtown, our growth, and to develop a Tucson 2050 Plan!!
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Grant and Silverbell 85745 // Years here: 35 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 42. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Surrounding desert and mountains	The beauty and strength of the desert is what drew me to Tucson - seeing it bladed and disrespected is a disincentive to wanting to live here.
Southwest culture	The mix of east/west culture; the history of the area and the multi-cultural integration are appealing.
University access	A city with access to higher education is important to me.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation	A city this size should have better highway access - the failure to construct a cross-town freeway was and is a major drawback to fully living in the Tucson Metropolitan area. In addition, the roads are not well maintained and this compounds the problem with getting anywhere in Tucson.
Education	The city (and state) does not demonstrate that it values access and quality of education. While I love that the university is located in Tucson, the facility does not make it easy for working adults to get an education through night courses... and the lack and/or cost of parking in the area is a true drawback for fully experiencing what the university has to offer the area.
Government hostilities	There's a myth that staff from various jurisdictions can't or don't work together - and it's simply not true - other than when elected officials and executive level management direct staff in such a way as to be at odds. The power struggles between elected bodies is more a problem than staff actually working together. These bodies need to recognize and honor the authorities of other jurisdictions and find a way to work honestly together for the good of the community rather than their own prestige.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Silverbell and El Camino del Cerro 85745 // Years here: 27 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 43. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	9 months of some of the best temps in the country.
Small town feel	A very friendly place to live.
People	A wide variety of cultures to learn and live with.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation	Cross town highways
City Government	Our mayor and council are bankrupting this city.
Education	Our public schools leave a great deal to be desired compared to other large municipalities.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Cortaro and Silverbell 85653 // Years here: 37 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 44. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Health


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011
Survey: 45. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I grew up in Wisconsin; they are currently experiencing blizzard conditions.
Size of city	I prefer to live in a smaller city as opposed to someplace like Phoenix and all the smaller cities lumped together in that area.
I like the people here	Community radio (KXCI), community activities such as the Peace Fair and Tucson Kitchen Musicians annual folk fest, and just some very good friends.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
City government & City hall staff	The department heads run the government with their own agendas. This is definitely not going with the will of the people.
Improve mass transit	While we have an adequate transit system, we need one that is more encompassing to meet the needs of the population.
Give up on Rio Nuevo	We've wasted way too much money on something that started out as a good idea and then went downhill from there.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Ft. Lowell and Country Club 85716 // Years here: 29 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 46. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Cultural influences	Tucson's cultural influences give the city a unique feel and make it a more interesting place to live.
Mountains/natural beauty	Tucson's natural landscape also helps define the city, and provides wonderful opportunities to enjoy nature.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Lack of vision/leadership	Small special interest groups seem to determine the future of the city, instead of strong leadership and a clear, dynamic vision of what kind of city residents want Tucson to become. Talk is much more prevalent than action.


Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Speedway & Pantano 85710 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 47. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Easy to get out of town to see the public lands	Proximity to natural environments and beauty visible from town
Interesting and educated people	Neat people to hang out with who are doing something with their lives
Great community organizations	Non-governmental organizations that are making a difference in people's lives and contributing to a more resilient society
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Educational assistance for those who need it, regardless of citizenship.	Ignorance is dangerous.
Improved support and recognition for entrepreneurs operating at the neighborhood or very local scale.	Growing our own local entrepreneurial talent will contribute to a better Tucson and make a big difference in people's lives locally. Also contributes to local character.
State lands administration	State Trust lands are a big part of the landscape that is important to me, and revenue supports the schools.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Country Club/Ft. Lowell 85716 // Years here: 27 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 48. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Rains more than Phoenix
Mountains
Lack of stupid surveys
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic	Extremely poor growth planning, no decent cross routes
People	Sick of rednecks and hippies
Water harvesting	Lack of any type of surface water
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Years here: 10
Survey: 49. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sonoran desert	Beautiful and surprising
Diversity	Opportunities to find your niche in many aspects of life
Climate/ambiance	Sunshine, warmth, vistas, expansiveness
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Increase wages	Too many people have to give up expectation of adequate wages in order to live here. Too many working people are near poverty. Too much incentive for petty crime.
Increase city life	A million people should be able to support an urban center with a vital night life, shopping, arts and culture.
General grunginess	It's as if people have given up on Central Tucson. So many neighborhoods are run down and have to contend with disused buildings and neglected open areas and yards.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: 5th & Wilmot 85711 // Years here: 17 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 50. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Desert scenery	It's a beautiful area and I appreciate seeing the Catalina Mountains in the background--even from my home and work in the midtown area.
Community network	I feel connected to Tucson via a network of friends and colleagues.
Downtown and midtown area	This is where I live and work. It has historic and architecturally-significant buildings which I appreciate. I also like the short commute time and how easy it usually is to get from one place to another.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Roads and traffic congestion	Really this is two items: First, the condition of our roads is bad. Lots of potholes and decayed conditions. Congestion is also bad in part due to increased population but also upgrades haven't kept pace. For instance, we need more bus pullouts, traffic light synchronization and other things to make traffic flow smoother and faster.
Mini-dorm development in midtown	Where I live there are a few greedy developers who are taking advantage of loopholes in the LUC and ruining our historic neighborhoods with inappropriate development. It is out-of-scale and character with existing single family housing. It is also meant to house transient, young renters (students) and so permanently alters the character of neighborhoods by reducing the inventory of owner-occupied housing. We are allowing the gutting of unique charming, downtown and midtown areas by allowing this to continue unchecked.
Improve alternate modes of transportation	Keep working on the Modern Streetcar and other options. We are making progress but are not there yet. It is often faster to get around without a car and easier on the environment so we all win with a greater number of options. Keep working on bike boulevards, greenways and other avenues that encourage people to want to commute without their cars.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Campbell and Grant 85719 // Years here: 31 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 51. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I love summer!
The Mountains	Enjoy the view we have
Small community	I like that it is small, easy to go from point A to point B with hardly any traffic jam
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Highway	Add a highway traveling East to West or viceversa


Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Irvington & Midvale 85746 // Years here: 16 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 52. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I love to be warm
The mix of people	Everyday is an adventure
The University	It adds a culture and arts to our community
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Local government	Pitiful
Pot holes

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: catalina hwy & tanque verde rd 85749 // Years here: 14 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 53. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Natural Beauty	This is what makes Tucson unique.
Progressive	More tolerant and socially conscious than other areas of Arizona.
Climate	Personal preference for climate
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic	Need more affordable, reliable public transportation - less cars is better for our environment
Increase multi-cultural opportunities	More ethnic restaurants, museums, galleries, bring a greater sense of diversity into the area.
Focus on better allocation of education resources	Schools needs better equity
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Craycroft / 5th 85711 // Years here: 9 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 54. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The natural setting of the Sonoran Desert including the variety of plants, wildlife and terrain, i.e. the Mountains,	I like native plants and wildlife in their natural settings and the variety here is wonderful. I believe in preservation of all things natural.
The few and I mean few architectural structures that remain from previous generations, i.e. Agua Caliente Park, Arizona Inn, St. Xavier del Bac, the Temple of Music and Art, and what little there is of the Barrio.	I believe in historical preservation and I believe where it exists there is a certain ambiance that is maintained. Historical preservation and the amount of it tells a lot about a community. Unfortunately Tucson hasn't done a very good job with this.
The representation of the arts. Even though it is meager it is varied and accessible.	Culture is a part of my life and I look for it wherever I go. The arts provide this so having it readily accessible is very important. We need to build and maintain a museum community as well. But buildings that have no charm are a waste.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Too many people are uneducated when it comes to preserving the nature in Tucson. Newcomers need to have a course in how to maintain the Sonoran Desert and it's wildlife. Killing snakes, Mountain Lions, and other animal life is too accepted. People need to be taught to coexist with nature and how to preserve it. Building in natural habitats should be prohibited so that we are seen as a community that honors nature.	It is our primary asset. If this isn't preserved then there is nothing here.
It may be too late for this. The architecture that makes Tucson unique has been decimated already.	If we have nothing that shows our past or adds architectural significance then there is nothing that adds ambiance to our community. Street after street of commercial signs and businesses won't do anything to set us apart from any other community. We are just an ordinary place and rather mundane at that.
Keep bring top ranking musicians, plays, musicals, art shows to Tucson. Subsidize these endeavors if necessary to make us a hub of the arts.	There has to be a reason for coming to Tucson. If there is no "there, here" then why come here. All of my choices are based on making life more interesting and appealing to the world at large and the current residents. Otherwise we are a dusty little town with nothing to do. We need to build on our Mexican and European heritage creating scenic spots to get away from our everyday lives.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Tanque Verde Road and Soldier Trail 85749 // Years here: 9 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 55. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
La Encantada Mall	It has a good atmosphere. Unfortunately, there is not a big selection. I despise the other malls in Tucson because they are low end and are not pleasant places to shop.


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011
Survey: 56. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate	The climate is mild enough for outdoor activities and raising livestock all year round.
Geographic Location
Natural History
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Abandon Rio Nuevo	If there is not the private interest in a revitalized downtown - then there should not be millions of dollars of public money wasted on it.
Freeway or limited access express ways
Subway	For all the costs associate with trying to put mass transit into an existing constricted transportation infrastructure - a subway could be built without disruption of any existing land uses.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: W Sunset and Silverbell 85743 // Years here: 15 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 57. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sonoran desert	The desert provides great outdoor recreation opportunities.
Weather	The constant sunshine improves my mood and happiness.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Dirtbags	The high number of dirtbags and criminals affect the City and my life negatively in many ways.
Streetscapes	The poor road conditions, decaying buildings, dead landscapes, and unsightly parking lots and businesses reflect poorly on the City. The City has a very shabby and scruffy appearance.
Local government	City and County governments have mismanaged many opportunities to positively improve the region.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Tucson Blvd and Grant Road 85716 // Years here: 7 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 58. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Opportunities to enjoy music, art and food	Provides opportunities for social contact as well as a connection to culture
Natural environment	Provides a connection to nature. A temporary escape from the urban environment.
Relatively easy to bicycle around town	To be able to travel without using an auto.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diversify the economy away from home building	Makes for a better long term economy.
Re-vamp the bus system	I want to see a well used and effective bus system

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Campbell & Grant 85719 // Years here: 29 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 59. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diverse landscapes	Mountains and desert
Ancient history	Hohokam
UA	Lots of intellectual capacity
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More bike friendly	Cycling to work should be encouraged more
Less cars	Too many cars in Tucson

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Campbell and Roger 85719 // Years here: 23 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 60. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I do not like cold weather
The desert an mountains	Lovely place to live
The university	Provides interesting things to do
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Limit population growth	To much traffic
Provide rail mass transport	I would not have to drive t work

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Ina Rd 85704 // Years here: 30 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 61. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Surrounding desert	Ability to get out in nature People who care about saving the desert.
Small town in a city environment	I like feeling a part of the community and being able to get around on city streets, no separated by freeways like Phoenix or LA
Diversity of income, age, ethnicity, etc.	I would not want to live in a community with people mostly of one race, ethnicity, age, etc.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Control development in desert areas	More towards controlled growth in a systematic way
Learn to live with a limited water supply	Recognize that CAP water will not be here forever and limit new development, especially new golf courses and other water-intensive development
More moves toward renewable energy	Put solar cells on places like parking garages,and large commercial buildings and covered parking lots.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Speedway-Stone 85705 // Years here: 46 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 62. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The proximity to the natural world & wild places	I have always loved nature and valued unbuilt landscapes -- what we used to call "the country" where I grew up. I like knowing that there are still some wild places nearby that still have mountain lions, bighorn sheep (much less of those), bears, and many other animals and plants that require wildlands. And I like to be able to get to those wildlands for hiking and camping as easily as I can here -- it takes me less than an hour to drive to Saguaro National Park West or East or to the Catalinas or Rincons.
The University of Arizona	I like living in university towns. I like the intellectual and cultural things that universities provide -- unusual film series, music events, seminars and talks -- and the people who then take advantage of those. And the type of community created by the people who are attracted to universities. I have two science graduate degrees from the UA and I now work at UA, so it's a big part of my life in Tucson. I think that having the university here enriches the cultural and intellectual aspects of Tucson.
Small Town Feeling/Sense of History	Although I feel that Tucson has lost the really small town feeling it had when I moved here 30+ years ago, it still retains some of that -- surprisingly so for a community of about 1 million. I think some of that feeling does come from a sense of place (in the natural world) and sense of long history that Tucson has. I have almost always lived within 3 miles of the University, so many of the neighborhoods I've lived in are older. I am glad that there is FINALLY some small efforts to revitalize downtown. I think more effort needs to be put into providing things downtown for Tucson residents, not just convention center visitors and snowbirds who come mostly Jan. through April. Don't revitalize downtown by getting rid of historic buildings, though. We don't need any more urban removal.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Reduce car usage by improve mass transit/ options for bicycling/	Several reasons: 1. making the city more "green" by reducing emissions that pollute our air (which isn't as clean as it used to be) and reduce emission of greenhouse gases. 2. Keeping Tucson a friendly, small-town-feeling place means focusing on people, not cars. Lots of people in single-occupancy vehicles doesn't build community. 3. Mass Transit/bike options need to be improved to reduce car usage.
Keep retail businesses in Tucson city proper -- linked with 3	I live in Tucson itself. The city provides lots of benefits to people in the outlying areas, but all the shopping that gets done in those areas doesn't provide sale tax revenue to the city -- which needs the revenue. I'm sad to see the demise of shopping downtown and the long slow slide of El Con Mall. Although I'm not a fan of Walmart, I'm glad to see that El Con has some big-box stores that are bringing sales tax revenue to the city -- and that also provide shopping opportunities to the lower-income neighborhoods south of Reid Park. One of the ideas that the city turned down years ago was to have a multiplex movie theatre downtown. I can't remember what building -- was it an old federal building? Towns that have done that -- Santa Cruz, Ft. Worth -- have seen that help downtown areas, because people then eat out downtown, maybe shop in stores that are open late. Don't populate the downtown with chain stores, though.
Work harder to protect neighborhood integrity in city	This goes back to my living in mid-town. I used to live in Feldman, have also lived in Jefferson Park, and now live in Blenman-Elm. The mini-dorms that are being built in Feldman and Jefferson Park are destroying the character of some of our older neighborhoods. Those neighborhoods used to be full of single-family homes. Yes, students lived in some of them, but there were also families who had lived there a long time. There was a mix. Now the mix is tilting toward building outsized mini-dorm/apartment buildings that fundamentally change the way the area feels. Building structures that are specifically designed for students who are relatively transient in the life of a neighborhood destroys the neighborhood and that small town feel. The look of those minidorms changes the whole feel of the neighborhood. The city needs to also attend to the homeowners and neighborhood residents who are middle class. Not doing so contributes to people moving to the suburbs, which helps destroy the city.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Country Club and Grant 85716 // Years here: 32 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 63. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Can enjoy outside activities year round
Mountains	Beautiful mountains in the Sonoran desert
Culture	Architecture, food, people etc...
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Reduce crime	Not safe in too many places
Educate parents	Too many parents are letting their kids fail in school leading to them becoming poor citizens
East west thoroughfare	Too hard to get across town
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: cortaro/I-10 85742 // Years here: 54 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 64. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Natural environment	Weather, scenic beauty, opportunities for outdoor recreation
Bicycle friendly	Able to avoid car commutes, reduce pollution, stress-free transportation
University	A community of intelligent, inquisitive, active and engaged people; enhanced opportunities to attend lectures and performances in a variety of artistic fields
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Urban and regional planning and governance	I think Tucson is mired in a bureaucratic structure that makes it nearly impossible to create a vibrant new community, particularly in the downtown area
Public schools and charter schools	Education is the future of Tucson. The already poorly funded public education system is getting bled dry by unproven charter schools that have little accountability. Disparities in quality of schools and school districts is also very troubling.
More mass transit and alternative transportation infrastructure	Tucson may be relatively bike-friendly, but it is still a dangerous place to bike. Need more trans-city routes, also light rail to Phoenix to reduce dangerous driving conditions and traffic congestion.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Alvernon 85711 // Years here: 50 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 65. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The Natural Environment	The desert , canyons and mountains!
Downtown	The downtown area/4th Ave./U of A.
Historic Culture	The Hispanic and settler cultures.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The urban sprawl	The vast size of the urban valley creates traffic and pollution!
In-fill	Encourage building and development within the current city footprint.
Quality jobs	Attract businesses here that have solid middle-class jobs!
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: swan and glenn 85712 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 66. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I love being out in the sun and don't really like cold and rainy weather. would rather put up with the extreme summer temps than the extreme winter temps experienced in other parts of the country.
Relaxed, casual atmosphere	People don't have to appear to be something they're not. you can go to the grocery store without putting on makeup, or go to dinner in jeans and you won't be judged for not being perfectly put together.
Diverse cultures	The blend of Mexican-american heritage/culture adds to the enjoyment of food, art, community values, etc.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Need to think/act like a region of 1 million people, not a little town	It seems like we're often held back by the mentality of "we don't want to be like phoenix". this mentality has kept us from making decisions about smart growth, instead leaving us with a mish-mash of infrastructure.
Education	We must invest in our children's education to ensure a strong future for the region. poor educational opportunities and an undereducated workforce does nothing to attract/keep businesses and investment in the region.
Develop higher paying jobs by attracting new high-tech industry	We have so many low-paying, service jobs, but not a lot of higher paying jobs. not as much opportunity for people with higher education and high aspirations as in other regions of similar size such as austin, tx
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Naranja/First Ave 85737 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 67. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Laid back atmosphere	I grew up in the northeast and Tucson has an easy-going social atmosphere that I really like.
Great weather	I like visiting the snow but I don't want to live in the snow. The heat does get to be a bit much but I prefer it to the cold.
Affordability	We can afford to live in a very nice house and we (and our kids) can afford to participate in a lot of activities.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	The public (and charter and private) schools in Tucson pale in comparison to the public schools in the town where I grew up. I'm not worried about how competitive my kids will be relative to the other kids in their school. I'm more worried about whether they'll be competitive with other kids around the country.
More job options	I have a Ph.D. but my job prospects here are fairly limited with only one major university. I've been creative and lucky with my employment options. With a poor economy I'm always a bit concerned about my future prospects.
More vision on part of leaders	Rio Nuevo has lead nowhere and it's just one example about how there is no vision for Tucson's development. Where are the innovators? They're not flocking to Tucson or even staying here. Tucson is stagnant.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Ina & Oracle 85704 // Years here: 15 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 68. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tucson's community is very casual.	As a female, I hate wearing dresses. Tucson has always afforded me the chance to wear dungarees (blue jeans) 24/7.
Tucson's mix of folks.	Living in a community where there are an abundance of white folks scares me. That's such an odd statement given I am an Anglo Saxon.
Tucson is such a trashy town.	I love Tucson for its unpretentiousness. Sure there are pockets of fancy shopping centers (AJ's is an example). But for the most part, Tucson is really a run-down town. Mexico's heart didn't die when the Gadsden purchase was made.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The incessant need to make Tucson into something it is not.	Why can't the leaders and the community embrace the Mexican culture here? Turn a profit from our heritage.
Lack of parks or community gathering places.	Tucson is now revitalizing the downtown area. When my husband and I lived in Colorado in 1981, Boulder had a downtown that was pedestrian only. Tucson on the other hand is catering to the University of Arizona students with its silly trolley (oops! can't get out from the 4th avenue underpass AND around 5th avenue's tracks.)

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: alvernon/pim 85712 // Years here: 53 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 69. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The trails	I like to Hike
The mountains	I like the views
The farmers markets	I like the idea of growing and sharing home grown fruits and vegetables.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The tiered water rates	It makes it very hard to grow fruit and vegetables or have enough water for a family when water rates go up substantially for usage over a defined limit. If water is to be allocated by the usage of tiered rates it should be based on family size and beneficial use not on a per meter basis.
The reliability of the electric service	There are a lot more electrical outages here and it makes it hard to leave and return to my garage when the electricity goes out during rain storms.
The use of reclaimed water should be more widespread	Reclaimed water seems to over be available to the golf courses and the very wealthy neighborhoods. An effort should be made to make it available to everyone possible through the development review process.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Avra Valley Road and Anway 85653 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 70. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Outdoor activities are important and thus easier in good weather
Environmental concern	A community that values its environment, and takes active steps to safeguard and ensure a healthy and sustainable living environment is crucial to pleasant living
Developing pedestrian and bicycling friendly environments	Increasing the bicycle paths and parks makes a more inviting place to live, promotes alternative transportation to and from work and school, and presents a friendlier everyday ambiance.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Reduce congestion	Vehicular traffic is frustrating, contributes to environmental problems, wastes time, and therefore money.
Increase alternative transportation venues	Increasing ease of using public transportation, bicycles, and walking reduces roadway congestion, and improves the overall environment
Continue park and open space development and acquisition	Encouraging that Pima County is moving the the right directions!
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Silverbell and Camina del Cerro 85745 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 71. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Gem and Mineral Show	It is something my family and I enjoy.
The Climate	It provides me multiple opportunities to practice my hobby of photography, and hone my skills.
The History	So much of the history of the Southwest starts in this region, and is still preserved here.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Politics	Too many people on BOTH sides of the political spectrum think that they do not have to listen to the other side, forgetting that to the true definition of liberal means to have an open mind and listen to and consider, fairly, all arguments.
Traffic	Too many people think the traffic laws are optional.
Standards	The standards for many things, like road construction, utility installation, etc, seem to be set so that it can be done a cheap as it can be gotten away with. The less you pay upfront, the more you will pay latter.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Rio Rico Drive and Interstate 19 85648 // Years here: 2 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 72. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Natural surroundings	Sonoran desert is truly unique; many chances to participate in outside activities; kids grow up with an appreciation of nature
Diversity of backgrounds of its residents	As people who moved here from somewhere else, we instantly felt a part of the community; there isn't such as a thing as outsiders here
Small town feel- big town culture	Inexpensive, easy to park, relatively safe, but also great cultural opportunities downtown and on campus
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Secede from N. Arizona	State lawmakers do not represent the state's interests and really seem determined to ruin this state;
Less poverty	Better jobs, less crime

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Campbell and Skyline 85718 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 73. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Together We Thrive, Tucson and America	On the sad, eventful day of January 8, 2011 our entire lives as individuals and as a community changed forever. Even through the devastation which happen just a few miles from where I live, our community came together to support those who needed support. There weren't any riots, there wasn't any two hour stand off, there weren't hostages that had to be negotiated. Our true heroes took action to make sure no further harm would come to others. We lost lives, wounded many but every heart went out to the victims and their families. We came together to protect the integrity of a young girls funeral and stood peacefully to block any uninvited guests. We are not monsters the world has made us out to be, because we, as Arizonians know the truth about what a great community we live in.
Beauty of Saguaro National Monument	The preservation of our native landscape is important to hold the traditions of our Old Pueblo. Please don't sell it off or let people build a hotel in it.
Dedication to medical research	I love the fact the University Medical Center is a learning hospital. This facility has saved so many lives, including my son's. Although our medical care system isn't perfect, our dedicated doctors train and research to the best interest of everyone not just themselves. Our trauma unit is the best in the state but it's the care that our community supports that also makes the difference.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Illegal Immigration	Secure our borders from the violence and drugs. We should not have to fund medical aid, welfare and education on people who are not citizens of the US.
Public Access Tucson	The voice of the people should have opportunity to produce and be heard through public television. The city has no right to take the money we pay through our cable bills and not allocate it what it is meant for.
Farmers Market	I would love to see our neighboring farm land (which there isn't very much left these days) produce organic foods to feed our community healthy choices instead of importing foods from Mexico.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Ina and La Cholla 85741 // Years here: 47 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 74. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sense of community and people who are for others	I have spent any years trying to make things better thru addressing issues such as creating Catalina State Park.
Natural resources that have been preserved	Tucson Mountain Park, Catalina State Park, Agua Caliente Natural Resources Park, Mt. Lemmon, etc.
My friends who are always working to change things for the better	People who are willing to donate their time for community services, i.e., litter removal, food bank volunteering, hospital volunteering, etc.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011
Survey: 75. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Views	Enjoy morning and evening sunrise and sets. Weather allows year round enjoyment of outside
People	People really like being in Southern AZ
Rural/Urban Atmosphere	Community is spread out
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation	It takes longer to get from NW to SE than it takes to get to Phoenix
Improve regionalization without loss of local community values
Improve revenue sources	We need to accept the fact that our lifestyle is not free and if we want to maintain it we will have to be willing to pay for it.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Oracle and Pusch View Lane 85737 // Years here: 17 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 76. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I like the sunshine and heat. I couldn't live in cold, snow or ice.
Non-profit support	We have an incredibly giving region. People give what ever they can, time or money. Some give both and a lot of it.
Spirit	It doesn't matter if I agree with everyone or not we have a very spirited community. People get involved in festivals, politics and causes.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Affordable Activities for young people	As a postal worker I see generations come and go. Our young people need constructive activities that reach out to demographics of youth. They need to be engaging and affordable.
Confidential free counseling for young people	Our youth are carrying burdens they have no way to cope with. Peer pressure, home life and work. Some lacking job opportunities because out of work adults are taking traditionally young adult positions.
Drug and treatment programs for youth	I see kids who are getting fines and fees for first offense drug/ alcohol charges and no one really cares if they get treatment, only that they pay the money. Kids are getting felony records because of the way we process them.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: I10 and Avra Valley Rd 85653 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 77. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I like being out doors, being warm, walking in beautiful surroundings, being near the mountains.
Small town "feel"	Feeling that "everything" is accessible (near-by); feeling that i can "know" the city, engage easily with it without getting lost physically or in accomplishing my business
Affordability - lots of choices	I like having money "left" after "necessities" including recreation (theater season's tickets) so that I can make donations or treat others to favorite spots, even on a middle income.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Accessible public transportation	I would love to take buses to and from work - but there is not easy parking & ride place in downtown! I would love to go to Phoenix more often, but don't like the long drive. It would be great to take rail there. My mother is in her nineties and very mobile, yet isn't eligible for para-transit! Seniors of a certain age ought to get their pass. It would promote use of public transportation.
The lite rail route	I would have extended it along St. St. Marys Road to promote the businesses and to link to PCC west. It seems "in poor taste" to have gone down town and then stopped at the new, not easily affordable housing just the other side of the interstate.
Plan a venue for viewing the "A" Mt. fireworks	Some place free, very accessible (drive-in theater-style) where hundreds of families can easily enjoy the show
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Grant & Silverbell 85745 // Years here: 35 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 78. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
This community shares my values, in terms of caring for those in need.	It would be difficult to live in an area where this is not the case.
That it is a university town/city. There are educational and social opportunities here that don't exist in other 1 million communities.	Having the university in the city provides me and my family educational opportunities, cultural activities, and sports activities that would not be available without it.
The natural environment and weather.	The weather allows for many different outdoor activities throughout the year and the natural beauty surrounding the city provides a beauty that is unique to this area.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
I wish it were cleaner -- less air pollution and less litter.	Air pollution has health consequences. And litter is an eyesore that degrades the community for everyone. Graffiti falls under this category as well. I know we have some graffiti abatement programs, but there is still too much.
I would like a much rejuvenated downtown. There are too many boarded up buildings and not enough to do there.	It would be wonderful to have a central downtown with restaurants, entertainment, and lots more nighttime activities to enjoy.
Perhaps I would prefer more zoning/regulations on buildings and their appearance.	The university area looks united because of the simple requirement that each new building have red bricks somewhere. Some cities have very strict zoning requirements on what buildings can look like (e.g., Santa Fe). Even businesses like McDonalds have to comply and they find a way to do it. I don't know what kinds of rules would be helpful to this process, but having some kind of theme or general direction for new buildings might be helpful to unify the look of downtown and the city.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Craycroft/Speedway 85711 // Years here: 33 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 79. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The natural environment	I'm an environmental scientist and outdoor enthusiast; I like to be able to hike, camp, and enjoy the outdoors close to home.
Cultural diversity	I'm raising kids here; it's important that they learn there are many ways of being in the world.
The University of Arizona	Maybe self centered b/c I work at the UA, but I believe a world-class university adds a lot to a community - activities, perspective, energy.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Develop integrated planning for development and mass transit	Reduce traffic; reduce overall impact and pollution
Strong environmental policies	No development in washes.
More bike boulevards/bikeways.	I'd like my kids to be able to bike in the community and feel safe.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: 1st and River 85718 // Years here: 11 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 80. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Warm and sunny
Outdoor activities	Hiking in mountains is enriching

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011
Survey: 81. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Hiking	These recreational opportunities with good friends.
Medical Services	All of my doctors seem well prepared and interested in my well being.
Climate	Still good but I'm beginning to wonder?!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
MORE LIBERAL DEMOCRATS!!!	Conservative Republicans and Tea Party members, from the Upper Midwest, are beginning to bring Southern Arizona to a "tipping point" of rationality!
Roads and highways need to be updated	Too much difficulty getting from "here" to "there."
Development	I'm not opposed to development, all together, but there must be fewer concessions to builders---yes, even in a down economy.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Roger Road & Soldier Trail 85749 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 82. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Open space	Moved from a large crowded city.
Weather	Don't like cold weather.
Environmental awareness	Had enough big business controlling cities.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Ban guns	Arizona is becoming crazy.
Get things done.	Too many projects waste money and never amount to anything.
Get roadwork done more quickly.	Months of traffic delays to do jobs that could be done in half the time.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Snyder and Soldier Trail 85749 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 83. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town feel	People are friendly. Not a sea of cookie cutter houses
Cooler than Phoenix	Weather is warm but not as hot as other parts of the state
Scenery	Great views of mountains and desert
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic	Difficult and time consuming to get around town.
Security	I do not feel safe in all areas of town
Poor planning	Seems like planning on road building is not done very well. Work on multiple major roads going into city at same time.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Grant and Silverbell 85713 // Years here: 1 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 84. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The diversity	Not everyone looks or sounds the same
The environment - mountains, desert, canyons, etc.	It's beautiful and fun to be in
Cultural opportunities	So many things to do and see
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Funding and support for public education	We seem so cheap - are we trying to destroy public education?
Traffic	It's frustrating sometimes to go from one place to another, sitting in traffic for what seems like forever
Care for the most vulnerable among us	Worried about the old, the sick, the mentally unstable, the poor . . . the safety net doesn't always exist or work.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Sabino Canyon Road and Tanque Verde Road 85750 // Years here: 19 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 85. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Big city amenities and small town "feel"	University here, excellent medical xx availability, easy to get into countryside, and easy to get to wherever need to go, good shopping for groceries. All personally important.
Reasonable airline and interstate road connections	Often need to go places.
Winter climate	Love to go hiking, etc. Summer climate: try to escape, usually succeed
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better planning for road repairs	Sometimes very hard to get around with various parallel routes all under construction
Disallow carrying of hidden guns, anywhere	I worry about it

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Campbell/Skyline 85718 // Years here: 45 // Born in the: 20s
Survey: 86. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diversity of cultural events	I participate in several organizations that present such events
Access to various nature facilities	The Desert Museum, Mt Lemmon, Saguaro National Park
University of Arizona	Education
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Abolish gun shows, prohibit all carrying of guns	Shooting of Rep Giffords
Boost public education from K-12 to higher education	If the community ever wants to have more good paying jobs it must place more emphasis on education and it must provide the resources to support education. Charter schools are not a solution. There must be far less emphasis on athletics in schools and the university
Reduce the influence of car dealers and real estate developers	Tucson has many of the bad characteristics of LA because of catering to these two groups
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Grant-Country Club 85716 // Years here: 50 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 87. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Little light pollution	It is encouraging to know a community can make a responsible decision to protect our night skies.
Very few grass lawns	It is less irresponsible to have grass lawns in the desert.
The Univ of AZ	A great university.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Make stricter gun laws	A person may have a right to carry a gun, but I feel I have the right to have them NOT carry a gun. I don't trust amateurs carrying guns in my public space. I don't know what they are like when they are angry and have a gun, when stressed, when depressed, when in a panic situation.
Keep population lowered	Tucson's current population is already over the carrying capacity of the land. Talk of Arizona's population doubling or tripling in the next several decades is scary.

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Grant Rd and Silverbell 85745 // Years here: 9 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 88. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Proximity to natural environment	Ability to go hike, watch birds, appreciate nature a necessity in life
Community sense of "green living"
Friendly people
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improved long-term water planning	I am concerned where the community may be 20 years from now
Habitat preservation	Tucson has lost so much of the native habitat and desert vegetation that gives it a unique southwestern feel, additional loss and Tucson becomes just another "big city"
Smart growth	The above two items require smart growth planning.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 85719 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 89. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Scenery	That we have valued the beautiful natural setting. It is worth protecting, as is the environment in general. A few jobs for a few years are not worth destroying what God gave us. Beside, if we can't 'breath' we can't work - so no job would be worth the destruction of the environment.
Laid back culture	The diversity of people, valuing the music, dance, dress, foods, etc of those who preceded us and who have come to settle here and make it home
The heritage	That we finally realized there were things (and buildings) worth saving. We can never get back The El Conquistador Hotel or the barrio where TCC went in.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Nurture a sense that it is worth investment	We need to convey the message that taxes are our 'homeowners association dues' for the privilege of living here. We must each invest in the upkeep and maintenance - such as road repairs (No new business wants to come when they see and feel our poorly maintained roads)
Raise the consciousness of all that education does not come without its costs	Teachers must be valued and education a priority. The economy will not improve if people leave to be where there are better schools, and government officials (like mayors and governors) who make education a priority
I would reward and spotlight citizens who help make this a better place	If all we see and hear are stories about how bad things are and who shot whom, we fail to see 'the possibility' - and forget that many are doing good things on behalf of the city. Ben's Bell's on Saturday and recognizing outstanding teachers are examples of focusing on those who 'Make a Difference'
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Years here: 65 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 90. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Environment	The diversity and survival adaptation of plants and animals.
People	Friends and family in the area.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Leadership	Community has little to no direction. Weakness of civic leadership and commitment to take a position on long-term vision/future of community.
Leadership	Private sector commercial leadership has little to no commitment to community health, safety or welfare. Self-economic gain seems to be primary motive to influence public policy or regulation.
Leadership	Diversity of community demographics has left general population with little to no civic leadership to stand behind. Lack of educating public on civic commitment, or perhaps it is the lack of supporting educational institutions that educate tomorrows leadership.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Tucson Blvd./Broadway St. 85716 // Years here: 33
Survey: 91. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
That it is still a small community, despite recent sprawl.	Phoenix is Los Angeles in the desert. I'd never want to see that happen to Tucson. Tucson still has it's flavor, don't let that get spoiled but unrestrained growth, ticky tacky pop-up housing developments and red tile roofs.
Liberal outlook	Tucson may be the only community in Arizona that isn't staunchly conservative and only looking at dollar signs. We conserve and try to take care of the environment
The people	I know my neighbors and we look out for one another. We take time for one another.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Urban sprawl	Reduce the number of ticky tacky pop-up housing developments where the houses are so close together you can spit into your neighbors window. The orange tile roofs and asphalt are creating a heat island similar to what happens in any large city.
From a community that has to grow to one that is sustainable	We don't have to grow up to be Phoenix, constantly growing so big that we turn into Phoenix, ugh. Let's use our resources wisely, find ways to sustain ourselves instead of using up our resources to the point of future death.
Stop looking to make a quick buck.	We have no business financing motels or hotels that can't sustain themselves, or any other enterprise that's looking for $ breaks which end up being passed onto the citizens of the community.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Sandario Road & Anthony 85743 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 92. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Commuting	Easy. No traffic.
Winter weather	Not cold.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better job opportunities	There are no high paying or high powered jobs!
More high end stores	Add Nordstrom, and other high end stores like those available in Phoenix.
Improve Educational System	Find the system lacking, especially in comparison to East Coast systems!
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Tangerine 85658 // Years here: 1
Survey: 93. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The people and the connectedness of people in our community.	Living in a community where people know, respect, and care about each other is a great feeling.
The weather.
The outdoor recreational opportunities.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Quality of education.	If we cannot provide a quality education to the children in our community, we all suffer in the long run. More crime, lower economic growth (and I do not mean population growth), higher long term social costs, all result from a poor education system.
Use Rio Nuevo and othe government dollars to actually build something.	We need downtown redevelopment, but paying for plans gets us nothing. We need to build meaningful infrastructure and buildings. Even if they are not perfect, we would be better off with an Arena, hotel, expanded Convention center, SOMETHING, rather than bills for plans that never materialize.
Revamp the Tucson city charter.	OK, I know it was tied. We still need to try again, until we make it happen.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: River Rd & Craycroft 85718 // Years here: 48 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 94. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small, homey	There is a true sense of community because we are small enough to have that. I'm very concerned that we continue to expand our community and build more and more homes as it will tax our limited resources.
Weather	I like the flexibility of being able to participate in indoor and outdoor activities with very little interruption by the weather.
Culture	Diversity and culture are celebrated in Tucson. That is important to everyone.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation	The roads are overcrowded, making them tedious and unsafe. We have made great strides for bicycles. We need better public transportation.
Jobs and Higher Salaries	We are not competitive with career opportunities that lead to higher salaries. I have suffered 3 lay offs in my career. If that were to happen now, I would be terrified with the current job market.
Increase safety by expanding police/fire fighters	I am concerned about reductions and/or attrition of police and fire fighters with no replacements. We need to be safe in this community and we need to find the dollars to do it. We live too close to a volatile border not to do this.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Greasewood/Anklam 85745 // Years here: 54 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 95. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Not much	Not a good place to live


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Re-structure city government	They are completely clueless, and have been for a long time


Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: 22nd/Kolb 85710 // Years here: 30 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 96. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The feeling of it being a smaller "town"	After 25 years of hustle bustle in Phoenix, it is so nice to be back home. More culture, more Hispanic influence, beautiful environment (the surrounding mountains and recreation opportunities)...
The natural setting of Tucson	The diverse surrounding environment. Mt. Lemmon, Tucson Mountain Park, Saguaro National Park, Madera Canyon, Sabino Canyon....
The people	Tucson is a diverse community with a notable Hispanic presence. The small town feeling make people a little more friendly that big city "types".
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Make mass transportation widely available.	Living at Civano on the Southeast side of Tucson does not allow me to have access to mass transportation. This would apply to most outlying areas also.
Educate the public about being a steward of the surrounding environment	Let folks know what resources are available for recreation and how to protect those resources for the next generation.
Making lifetime learning available (at the community college level)	Enhance the opportunities for recreational education, e.g., cooking, fishing, traveling, camping trips, tours of Southern Arizona...
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Houghton and Irvington 85747 // Years here: 19 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 97. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Desert community	I enjoy living in the desert. Many people of Tucson have committed to xeriscaping. I like that it does not look like Phoenix.
Traditional architectural styles	Architectural styles in the city reflect Mexican influence. Helps give the city a sense of place and history.
Small town feel	I prefer a small town feel. Though Tucson is starting to sprawl, there is still a lot of compact development within the valley. It's sprawl doesn't seem as endless as Phoenix.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Promote infill among Developers	Assist developers with infilling areas in Tucson - change zoning if needed, clean up brownfields, etc. This goes to preventing sprawl.
Promote rainwater harvesting on streetscapes	Rainwater harvesting helps diminish flooding and promotes use of native vegetation on our streets.
Underground utilities in older neighborhoods	Many old neighborhoods have power lines - this is both unsightly and limits the location that residents can plant trees for shade and rainwater harvesting purposes.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Grant and Dodge 85716 // Years here: 9 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 98. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The weather	I love to be outdoors
Diversity	It makes life so much more interesting!
Big city with small city atmosphere	The all around quality of life is better
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Acceptance of all	We need to be inclusive, not "othering"
Greater employment and housing opportunities	Stable employment and housing, stabilizes families
Education	If we aren't educating our children we do them and our community a big disservice
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Congress and I-10 85745 // Years here: 30 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 99. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Most of the years we have warmer weather that allows me to use my pool and have meaningful outdoor activities.
Outdoors	Outdoor life is one thing that really drives me. In Tucson we can hike, camp, stargaze and even explore caves.
Community Involvement	The area is involved. People like to be a part of things politically, religiously, and on a neighborhood basis.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Crime	There are parts of town where even I don't feel safe and I was raised in a similar environment in Honduras.
Community Planning	It would be nice to have some master planned communities that have an HOA to regular what things look like and beautify the city.
Traffic	Can we get a beltway or some other means of going from the east side of town to the west without driving on normal, crowded city streets?
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Craycroft 85711 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 100. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Southwestern scenic features	The beauty is profound.


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011
Survey: 101. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate	Moved here from Florida after growing up in the northeast. There are more days/year to be comfortable outside
Topography	The desert is exceptional
Diversity	Multi-cultural in ethnicity and life-styles. Between the proximity to another country, our major university and military base this community is as divers as they come.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Stronger government leadership	The Rio Nuevo Project is a continuing blight on this community and reflects poorly on us to other cities
Education systems	Our sub par commitment to public education at all levels leaves us with a work force that is not up to standard to attract new business
Attract solar power related industries	We have a major research resource in the U of A, lot's of open land and the most sunshine of any city in the country. That we don't lead the country and rightly the world in solar development is shameful.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: 1st & Orange Grove 85704 // Years here: 11 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 102. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Region	Small city atmosphere and still enough to do
Weather	Perfect winter weather
Community	Good people
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Region	Get rid of people who want to make Tucson like wherever they came from or whatever city they think we should be like. They should be encouraged to move there!


Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Ina /Oracle 85739 // Years here: 27 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 103. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Lots of sunshine makes me feel good every day.
People	Most are very friendly and good-hearted.
Not too large	Easy to get to events around town - airport is very easy to navigate.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Quality jobs	Without quality jobs and spendable income, we can never do the things we need to do to make Tucson a beautiful and vibrant community - the "jewel of the southwest".
Community center	We need a central gathering place for the community which includes shopping, dining, entertainment and a place for us all to come together for special events.
Quality Education	Schools need to be first class so the employees of companies that want to move here will have quality education for their children.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Tangerine & La Canada 85755 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 104. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	None of the extreme weather in the winter time and outdoor climate all year round
Small town feeling	None of the big city hassles - traffic, people, indifference
Western frontier and mixed culture	Cultural diversity
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
City government	Govt services to serve people and more efficient
Transportation, expressway around the city	Helps to get around town easier and economically viable for the city to grow
Education	Quality education in all levels foster harmony, creativity and growth
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: river and oracle 85704 // Years here: 35 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 105. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Open feeling - not a big city	As opposed to Phoenix, Tucson has a smaller town feeling, where you can breathe and see open spaces.
Friendly college town atmosphere	This is not a fast paced metro area where no one knows you, but a smaller town, more connected feeling
Diversity - being Latina is not something to hide	Tucson's heritage is Hispanic and belonging to that feels very warm and friendly
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improve the infrastructure	Need a cross town highway system, getting across town is an all day event
Improve the professionalism	We are an educated and professional population and we should act like it, we should raise our own "bar" and that of our children, our workplace, our families and those around us
Improve our pride in our community	We shouldn't let Maricopa County treat us like we are second class citizens, like we don't deserve our fair share of state revenues, like we don't deserve their respect. We should have a campaign to emphasize our strengths.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Tanque Verde and Houghton 85749 // Years here: 36 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 106. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The friendly, outgoing people	People care about each other and want to help each other.
Climate	I like the desert climate, the dry heat in summer and warmth of winter
U of A	Like the access to university and all it offers
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improve transportation system	It takes for ever to get across town, especially east to west. Most cities this size have a belt system to move traffic.
Encourage more middle market companies and diversification	Tucson is has very few large corporations and doesn't have a lot of middle market companies. As a result it's revenue base suffers. It needs more company and industry diversification.
Improve K-12 education	It's our future. We are falling behind other countries and this will put us at a competitive disadvantage.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: St. Mary's and Anklin 85745 // Years here: 1 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 107. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather and scenery	For health reasons and touring
Diverse cultures and artistic expression	There is a variety of opportunities to enjoy theatre, opera, crafts, etc.
Fewer traffic delays	When compared to California and other areas I've
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improve various neighborhoods	Particularly approaching the downtown area / miracle mile, the areas are seedy and unattractive...a real blight
Add more airline carriers and flights	It is unbelievable that there are so few direct flights to places like John Wayne airport in Orange County, etc. It makes travel for us and others planning a trip to the area very difficult and expensive
Rail service	We need more rail service to Southern California, Phoenix, Las Vegas etc.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Years here: 3 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 108. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Allows us to live without the concerns of - Hurricanes, tornadoes, Allows us to live with sunshine, blue skies, beautiful desert.
Different Cultures	I am a minority and one of the most important thing to me is celebrate how we are alike. Living in Tucson gives me that opportunity.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011
Survey: 109. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sunshine	Don't like the cold weather!
Friendly people - small community feeling	Tucson doesn't feel like a BIG city. I like the feel of the "small" community. People want to know their neighbors and willing to help others.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Economy	We need more "non-construction" jobs. I like to see more industry that is tourist related.
Education	We need BETTER education. Teach our kids work ethics. As a business owner, employees are the biggest nightmare.

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Sahuarita 85629 // Years here: 55 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 110. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Beautiful desert, mountains and weather	I like to hike, bike, camp, anything outdoors.
Diversity of area	Enjoy the eclectic environment of 4th avenue, U of A, downtown Saturday night, and Mexican influence on our culture. Enjoy the liberal and open minded thinking of most people in Tucson.
Sense of community	People seem to care about each. Smallest big town around. Lots of community organizations
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Break away from the state of Arizona	It is an embarrassment to be part of Arizona. We have the worst legislatures. Our schools are falling apart and all they worry about is getting machine guns into the hands of everyone. We are the laughing stock of the country.
Improve schools	If our students can't read or write, we will never attract employers.
Get downtown going and trolley car in place	People move to places because of the quality of life and being able to enjoy their free time. This will help people have fun and enjoy the sense of community.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Ironwood Hills and Camino de Oeste 85745 // Years here: 16 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 111. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Spring and Fall offer gorgeous weather for golf! Winters aren't too cold, but summers are definitely hot.
Low housing prices.	It's ridiculously cheap to buy a house here.
Mexican food	We have great Sonoran cuisine in Tucson.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic. We need a belt loop freeway!	It is ridiculous how long it takes to get from one side of town to the next. If you want to improve economic development, quit wasting time on a stupid trolley from UA to downtown for for a relative few, and instead build a freeway around Tucson EVERYBODY can and will use.
Improve economic development. Attract employers!	Jobs, jobs, jobs! We have become a mecca for low wage, low skill service jobs. There are few choices for any recent college grads to stay in Tucson, and limited opportunities for the rest of us who would like to move on and up. For example, the environmentalists are making it extremely difficult for Rosemont Copper to bring in high paying jobs that in turn would help spur the economy.
Change our city government structure.	We missed a huge opportunity to change our city government from one that is totally beholden to special interests who have a stranglehold on them to oppose any change, unless that change involves more spending and favors for the politically connected. That is how Tucson works. It's got to stop.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Harrison 85730 // Years here: 11 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 112. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Smaller city	I like cities but not big ones.
Less Traffic	I cant imagine living anywhere else because of traffic.
Good food	We have some of the best food no matter what the kind of food it is.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011
Survey: 113. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
It has a small town feel even though it's a city.	I have always lived in small towns along the east coast and feel that Tucson is a great place to experience both a small town feel, yet have the conveniences of a larger city close by.
The mix of many different nationalities.	I have always lived in areas where it was easily accessible to find different ethnic cultures and their cuisine.
The weather, not quite as hot as Phoenix, but not as cold as some of the more northern locations in AZ.	I came from locations where winter was very cold and had gotten sick of the cold and decided to find somewhere warmer to live and I liked Arizona the best and most especially the Tucson area.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The condition of the roads.	I think just about every major road in Tucson is badly in need of repairs, or being torn up and redone. I've never seen a town/city with such bad streets.
Inform the public/give them a voice.	Where I lived in the past, our city newspaper had a column called "Sound Off" where people were able to call in and voice complaints about things that wouldn't normally make it in a paper. i.e. the roads that were in the worst condition, a neighbor who had a yard that should be cleaned up (without naming names), even things that pertained to politics.
Have a section in the paper covering all of the police logs that have occurred over the course of the week.	Just have a breakdown per area, North, Northwest, etc. of police logs listed in the paper. I know I would like to know who is getting broken into in my area.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Valencia and Ajo Way 85757 // Years here: 5 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 114. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Friendly cheerful faces	Even when you are waiting in line you can feel comfortable enough to strike up a conversation with a complete stranger and know they will talk with you. The smiles, the holding of the doors, and other kind acts.
Everyone knows everyone and the willingness to help.	I feel comfortable with the relationships I have built over the years here in Tucson. I have enough confidence to ask for something and know in their hearts they want to help.
Geographically located near Mexico, San Diego, and Las Vegas	I love to jump in the car and travel. Living in Tucson makes the best spot to enjoy a fun road trip.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education!	I work for Junior Achievement, a non-profit organization that enters into classrooms K-12. Along with other volunteers, I see the poor conditions that the teachers have to work with to prepare our students for their future.
Our downtown needs to be more appealing.	I have been to Phoenix and Denver and love how beautiful the downtown areas are so clean, full of activities, and fun.
Recreation areas and events.	More places to take the families to.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Old Father/Ina 85741 // Years here: 16 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 115. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The sense of community and respect for history	I moved here from Phoenix, where community and history were bulldozed to make way for new buildings, malls and freeways.
Barrio Historico	I moved here in 1989 and have not lived anywhere else than Barrio Historico downtown. I love the downtown and its current resurgence.
The support for artists of all kinds here	My wife is a photographer and I am a poet and writer. The community of artists here is vibrant and flourishing.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
City government	Tucson city government doesn't seem to function very well. It has no coherence or collaborative efforts with other communities and the county that would benefit all residents of the Tucson valley.
Schools	Tucson Unified School District is a disaster: it is too big (all that chatter about economies of scale are bunk); it has too many layers of administration; currently it is managed by a bureaucracy that only cares about test scores, not about the kids and the future they represent.

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Stone 85701 // Years here: 21 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 116. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Access to nature	I like living in a city where I can leave the city behind when I want to and enjoy the beauty of nature. It puts life in the city in perspective.
Liberal, relaxed atmosphere	I feel like I can be myself in this community without anyone pressuring me to conform.
Ethnic diversity	It's important to me that I experience a variety of cultures and world views. Tucson has that in spades, but doesn't always capitalize on it. We should be proud of our Latino heritage!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Mass transit	Getting cars off the road and getting the air cleaner. Less stress, less pollution, easier commuting.
Develop downtown	There's a lot of history in downtown Tucson that is being ignored. It could be such a great gathering place if it were developed intelligently and carefully.
Increase arts funding	Tucson does the arts better than any other city in this state. We should support the arts, which would, in turn, feed our economy and make us more attractive as a destination for visitors.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: 22nd & Cherry 85713 // Years here: 11 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 117. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town feel but still have many cultural opportunities	I grew up here and appreciate knowing lots of people, but also the opportunity for anonymity when I go out because Tucson has grown so much
Mountains	Love having the mountains around us - to see, hike, visit
Different cultural and community activities	There is a great variety of activities that one can take advantage of
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic	Traffic planning is horrendous; lights need to be timed to keep traffic moving;
Merge different city and county positions where possible	Bringing the different cities together with the county to eliminate duplicate services would save money.
Territorialism	People need to start thinking of what is best for the entire community. We are a metropolitan area and should be thinking like one - not several small towns, neighborhoods, business.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Speedway and Greasewood/Silverbell 85745 // Years here: 40 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 118. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sunshine	Hate gloom winter weather
Temperatures 8-9 months of the year	Too hot in summer

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Low funding for public education	Our future is in having an educated workforce and educated population/voters
Disregard for educating and enabling the next generation	It will not be safe to live here if our young people cannot have a good education that enables them to make a good living.
Disregard for those who cannot take care of themselves	I cannot live behind a gate and ignore those in need.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: River & First 85704 // Years here: 5 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 119. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
City amenities with a small town feel	I have lived in a few different places and I think the big city/small town duality of Tucson is quite unique.
Climate/natural beauty	Never worrying about the weather and year-round outdoor activities positively impact my quality of life.
This community really cares about its people.	The shadow of Maricopa County dims the entire state of Arizona, but I think Tucson and some of the other cities in this state really do care about children and the less fortunate people in their communities.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	The single most important economic development issue in any community. The fact that Tucson is in Arizona makes this all the more important, and more difficult, to change.
NIMBY government and community	The "not in my backyard" mentality negatively impacts everything from our street system to recruiting new businesses. Growth isn't the enemy, we just need to set some priorities and do some planning.

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Craycroft & 22nd Street 85711 // Years here: 11 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 120. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The weather of course	Like the heat and all the sunny days. Summers aren't as bad as you might think, and the rest of the year is great.
About the right size.	There's plenty to do in a city of this size, including outdoor recreation, parks, plays, music, and resorts.
Diversity	Tucson is a surprisingly diverse city for it's size, with many nice options for restaurants and cultural events.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better road system	I'm Ok with the lack of a cross-town freeway, but we need another way other than Tanque Verde to drive/bike east-west on the north side of the city.
More employment and education options	Seems like there are few major employers here; seems like there is so much more opportunity in Phoenix. Also, if you look at a city like Pittsburgh, there are many more educational institutions. Why is there no private liberal arts college here?
Better Leadership	There is an obvious lack of courage, leadership, and integrity in city government leadership. It's no wonder that people don't want to pay higher taxes. The city hasn't shown good fiduciary responsibility.
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Catalina Highway and E. Snyder Road 85749 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 121. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The diversity of our people	Tucson has that "small town" feel of a college town. People from all backgrounds are accepted by a friendly community.
Mountains & Climate	Tucson has a fabulous climate. It is a visually beautiful place in which to live!
University of Arizona	Tucson is the biggest college town in the US. The UA ties us together and contributes in many ways to our community. By the way, I am not employed there.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	Education should be our top priority but not just via the same old, tired model. Break the unions, try every good idea, go online, sell old schools, build internet campuses etc. Nothing will do more for economic development than a highly educated work force.
Regional Government	We waste precious resources with duplication. The separate municipalities are good because they compete but, they should collaborate and cost share wherever they can find savings. Clearing away the regulatory hurdles will support economic development.
Transportation	Our road system is terrible! Build a cross town freeway!!!!
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Sunrise & Campbell 85718 // Years here: 33 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 122. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The mountains and public land; outdoor recreation	Outdoor recreation; personal enjoyment
Weather	Don't like the cold
Accessibility of Mexico, and other adventure destinations	Like to travel
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Fast growth	Control sprawl
More bike friendly	More bike lanes, wider bike lanes
Public transportation	Don't use it or need it, but maybe would if it was quicker and more efficient
Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Tucson/Elm 85716 // Years here: 2 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 123. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
It honors and promotes its multi-cultural make-up.	A multi-cultural community tends to foster a sense of diversity and inclusiveness among its residents, which gives a feeling that all are welcome here. We are more than just ourselves.
Sonoran flora, fauna and the unspoiled desert	Being mindful of the natural world is good for the soul and good for the planet.
Culture -- ballet, symphony, live theater, art galleries, live music, the book fair	The cultural scene of Tucson elevates us above "cowpoke" status. I want the outdoor activities that Tucson is famous for, but I also want some of the "high brow" entertainment and educational opportunities.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Don't make Tucson into Phoenix.	I don't want to live in a clone of the nation's fifth largest metropolitan area (Phoenix). I don't want the sprawl, the congestion, the traffic or the disconnect from the natural world that I believe characterize Phoenix. Let's not lose the uniqueness of Tucson while trying to be like the Big Sister who lives up north.
Focus on attracting more environmental and green industries.	I want to live among businesses and people who respect and protect the environment in general and Tucson's natural world in specific.

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: Swan Road and Ft. Lowell Road 85712 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 124. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diversity of people	Richness of different cultures and relationship to border
Physical beauty	Desert, skies, protected areas
University town	Events, students, feel of a university town
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Greater generosity and investment in our community	Observing services cut, schools operating on a shoe string
Better public transportation	Greater access

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011 // Home near: craycroft and sunrise 85750 // Years here: 13 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 125. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate	Aside from a few weeks of intense heat, there is very little to worry about seasonally or with regards to earthquake, tornadoes, hurricanes, or blizzards.
Large City with a small city feel
View of the Catalinas
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation	It can be difficult or take an incredibly long time to get to certain areas of the city using public transportation
Roads	Our roads are pot-hole laced horrors

Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011
Survey: 126. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The weather	It has the 4 seasons
The people	I have met some amazing people here.
Desert/Mountain	Being able to sit in 100+ degrees and drive 40 minutes and it is 70 with a breeze with views you can not find any where else
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 02, 2011
Survey: 127. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I hate cold weather
Scenic Views	I like living outdoors
Size	While over 1M in the region the town still feels small and personable.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Stronger Government	Pay our city council more to get better qualified people to run our community.
Focus on stake holders	Tucson always abandons businesses that have endured through hard times in favor of new developers.
Focus on small business	Tucson does very little to help small businesses get started in this community. Only a large corporation can afford the games Tucson makes you go through so they can collect their fees.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Campbell and Sunrise 85718 // Years here: 34 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 128. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town feel in a big city.	The ability to develop interpersonal relationships in personal and business life.
It has all the services I need	Health care Military Base Well run state services such as MVD
Weather	Necessary for my health
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011
Survey: 129. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Environment	Clean air, less polluted water than other places, natural surroundings, natural habitats protected
Diversity	The opportunity to learn to live with people from different backgrounds, cultures, and knowledgeable both professional and personal.
Economic potential	Tucson is positioned to become an economic engine for the region. Focused initiatives based on a design built on the strengths of the natural resources, human capital and regulatory structures can be harnessed to build a strong future for generations to come.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Business environment	Regulatory hurdles to open up a new business, regulatory application of process, infrastructure, high rent areas, ordinances increasing costs, , political agendas impede growth. Small businesses seem completely ignored/overlooked. Lots of talk of their importance but little action.
Divide between people, views and values	Racism is alive and well in Arizona on many levels including ethnic, social and economic. The push is not for agreement but to accept differences in views and values with emphasis on respect for all.
Crime	Safety is an issue affecting the region. The same issues exist here as in other large cities, however, it is instigated by underlying social economic issues which need attention. for example, what is the make up of the U of A? does it reflect the composition of our community/state? Our school system is struggling. Where is the emphasis on dealing with these issues. We do not need more prisons.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Cardinal and Valencia 85746 // Years here: 46 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 130. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Smell of the desert after a rain	This is unique to the semi-arid SW where there is creosote. The fragrance after a rain is so pleasing!
Good people	I like the variety in the culture and the casual nature of interactions. The human contact is more important than money, power, or prestige. The human aspect is what appeals to me personally.
Sunshine	I like the sunshine.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education for children to increase quality of life	The children are our future and they need to be prepared for a good quality of life. Their increased capacity for self care decreases the load on future generations for state welfare, health care, etc.
Increase opportunities for white culture to experience hispanic culture in a joyful manner	It breaks my heart to see the endless discrimination (referendums to prevent Spanish from being spoken, SB 1070, poor funding to schools in Hispanic areas).
Greater application of solar systems	We have a wealth of sunshine to take advantage of to reduce fossil fuel consumption. This would reduce monthly utility bills while being environmentally friendly.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Anklam/Greaswood 85745 // Years here: 48 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 131. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Large Town options--small town feel	The subdivision I live in is almost like living in the country, yet shops, restaurants, entertainment venues are minutes away.
Desert & mountain scenery	Enjoy seeing the Catalinas out my kitchen window every day; hiking is good; wild flowers in the spring; wild life at my doorstep.
The people	Diversity of kinds of people: interests, background.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Greater acceptance of immigrants	Our nation has a history of being enriched by immigrants. That needs to continue. Recent passage of restrictive state immigration laws hurts us: others perceptions; economically.
Greater access to affordable health care	The recent cuts to ACCSS/medicaid. Move to sue federal gov't re healthcare legislation.
Gun laws	Recent tragedy at Safeway; tragic flow of weapons south to Mexico; risky freedom to buy, carry guns in public, schools.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Oracle & River Rd 85704 // Years here: 7 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 132. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Hiking	Quick access to trails
Climate	Year round swim, hike, bicycling
Gardening capability	Year round ability to grow plants
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Very conservative politicians	Republican politicians have all of the wrong priorities
Increase funding for education	Colleges and K-12 need more funding
Improve tolerance for others (gays, hispanics etc)	SB 1070 is terrible, the attack on TUSD ethnic studies pg is horrible
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: site of Jan 8th shooting 85704 // Years here: 17
Survey: 133. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The valley surrounded by unmatched mountain views	I was born in Tucson and have traveled to every state in the nation and have never found anything as majestic as the Tucson Mountains and sunrises and sunsets.
The Weather	Year round, completely uncompromising good weather for most activities of life.
The people who live here.	Most Tucson residents are kind, respectful of others, family oriented, seek to be educated and realize the value of the area for its beauty and contribution to good health.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The roadways and street and driving conditions.	Potholes and road shoulder maintenance are dangerous to the safety of all users! There is always road construction on busy roads parallel to each other when any attention is given to improving them.
People who turn left from the right lanes because they are visiting and hunting for where they are going.	SAFETY FOR ALL
The Taxes and their appropriations	This affects every person who lives here. Taxes are necessary, but when the government misuses the authority for the people's money it is wrong.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Houghton/Broadway 85748 // Years here: 67 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 134. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Some good folks live here	We retired here to be by a daughter, son, and two grandchildren. We have always followed politics and tried to work for people who seem logical and sensible and care about others.
The weather.	We are senior citizens and we appreciate no snow.
A lot of environmentalists live here.	These are caring people.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The sad politics of the governor and her band of thieves	They have made Az look like the State of Stupids
More education.	An ignorant public is a dangerous public.
Traffic	A quick way to get to Phoenix since not to many planes come or go in Tucson.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011
Survey: 135. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Nature's beauty and clean air	I like to breathe well.
Cooperation among faith-based groups	Since I run a non-profit to the homeless, we have many needs.
Friendly people	Smiles are good!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More provision for homeless & needy from the faith-based community.	God mandates this.
More provision for homeless & needy from the city fathers.	I would like to see a combined effort from faith-based groups AND the city to address the many needs of the poor.
More shelters for the homeless.	I have a vision for another emergency shelter to house the growing numbers of homeless.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Overton & Thornydale 85742 // Years here: 36 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 136. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
A calm city	Security
Commerce	Good prices
People	Bilingual
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Fix the streets	Maintenance
Entrainment sights	More theatres for plays
Security	More policemen
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: valencia-campbell 85706 // Years here: 8 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 137. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Eclectic, diverse and has lots of undeveloped natural areas with a lot of wildlife	Nature is very important to protect and allow to flourish. It is a huge reason why Tucson is so beautiful and appealing.
Outdoor activities; great University	Nature, nature, nature; The U of A allows for great opportunities and programs, draws people for the city and region. The U of A took initiative to ask Pres. Obama for a memorial service after Jan. 8, 2011- and the community came together after the tragedy.
Great restaurants with healthy choices	Esp. vegetarian and vegan
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Clean up the run down areas- put pride into our community. Make Tucson the leader in Solar Energy- with our 360 days of sunshine, it is a no brainer.	Clean energy is a must- we must protect our environment, make good decisions, be responsible guardians. We can be green leaders in the country. Stop the greed- it is more than just about the money.
Add Green rail (mass transit)	Green, protect our environment and all of life.
Stop the racism and crime	Safety, respect and kindness are values that the whole world should live by- we can be the leaders.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Swan and Sunrise 85718 // Years here: 8 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 138. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diversity	Makes life interesting
Beauty	Important to live in a visually appealing place
People	Important to live around people you like and respect
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Leadership	Very few effective leaders
Metro government	More efficient
Infill development	City core is crumbling
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Ina and Oracle 85704 // Years here: 12 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 139. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tucson has a large town feeling not a like a big city	I grew up in a rural area, Tucson seems homey not all stuffy like a bigger city. People care more about others.
Great weather (except this week)
U of A basketball ( go WILDCATS)
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Freeway of express way from one side of town to the other	Traffic can be brutal on I-10 at times, but an express way would help to relieve some of the traffic.
Try to improve the education system in Tucson,
More police to help maintain the calm, instead of cutting a vital source.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: INA/Thornydale 85742 // Years here: 32 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 140. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Travel distances	Everything is close together; the whole city is within about a 10 mile radius
The people	Most people are friendly and courteous
The weather	Specificly in winter
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Politics	Arizona politics are terrible. There is too much stupidity and racism in the legislature, they pass terrible laws like guns in bars/schools, and too many cuts to education. Even on a local level, where the politics are more liberal, the city council has made may bad decisions (specifically with Rio nuevo)
Downtown	Downtown development is way too slow and there is way too much red tape from the mayor and council. It is hardly a business friendly zone; they have done too many things which discourage developments (in spite of the fact that there clearly is demand for development in the area).
The neighborhood associations	They have too much power, and all of their collective actions harm economic development. Two examples: the El con Wal-mart, and the Jefferson park "historic preservation" initiative.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Euclid and sixth 85705 // Years here: 3 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 141. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Santa Cruz River, A-mt. Tomamoc hill	The history of the river and surrounding mountains.
The Old Barrio's, with parks, native plants	The history of the neighborhoods - names places and events.
Native plants , water harvesting	Empower people places animals and things to beautify and enhance our beautiful barrio's along the santa cruz river.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Take care of our birth place of Tucson.	We are not complete as a community, if we do not know our history.
The old landfills that exist along the base of A-mt.	We have trashed this side so long, its a shame.
Develop the base of the A-mt and beyond,	You have 5 reasons why it will work. A-mt Santa Cruz River Freeway Downtown History
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Santa clara / calle antonia 85706 // Years here: 53 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 142. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Proximity of good places to go near my house	I don't like to drive. From my house near Campbell/Speedway, I walk to work, 12 pizza places, downtown, 4th Avenue, the zoo, my 2 kids' schools, Bookman's, many coffee shops, and campus in general. I can go 7 days without driving, easily
Weather	I do not like snow or ice and Tucson is great to avoid it.
Laid back populace who believes in substance, not appearance	I do not like to dress up. I like to wear shorts. Appearance does not matter to me. If a person is good at what they do, nothing else matters. This is very different from the east coast, Phoenix, or most other large urban areas where image is everything.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Less sprawl into what used to be pristine areas without mixed zoning	It's disheartening when we go hiking to drive through mile after mile of just housing with no restaurants, no businesses, and no mix of things to do. I don't know what people do that live there other than drive to every possible needed destination.
Less airplane noise from military jets	I appreciate what the military does to support the US and public. However, the noise interferes with my work when the loudest jets fly overhead and it's impossible to communicate verbally for almost a minute a time.
Improve pedestrian/bike experiences on major thoroughfares	I've walked along many major routes to get to places I wanted to get to (Country Club south from Campbell to Reid park) pushing a stroller. It was nearly impassable on some sides of the street or both until after passing Broadway (recently improved this year). Don't mention heading north on the west side of the street from Campbell. Traffic is inches away from you and there is no sidewalk...almost no space to push a stroller.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Campbell/Speedway 85719 // Years here: 11 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 143. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I came here from Chicago! I love Tucson's weather most of the year.
Restaurants	Tucson has great independent restaurants. Many of them are very reasonably priced, which enables me to eat out a lot.
People	Most of the people are very friendly and unassuming. They are a breath of fresh air.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Politics	I feel that Tucsonans are, for the most part, moderate and reasonable people. I also feel that we should be able to take a stronger stand against the right wing politics that dominate at the state level.
Gun control	I am shocked at how easily guns and assault weapons can be obtained. I think criminal and mental health background checks are essential, as are training and education. I think hunting rifles would be ok, but any other type of weapon should be banned.
K-12 Education	As a former elementary school teacher in Illinois, I am shocked to see what a short school day, as well as school year, is required in Tucson. The youth I encounter seem to be woefully under served by the educational as well as social systems in town. Sports isn't everything!
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Houghton & Speedway 85748 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 144. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Accessible wilderness	I love the outdoors. It is so easy to go camping and hiking from Tucson.
Food	Love good Mexican food.
People	For the most part, the people are nice and friendly. It is a pretty laid back town.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	The public school systems in Arizona are so very bad. We need to funnel more money into them.
No water for golf courses	All golf courses should use reclaimed water, and we should not build any more golf courses.
Water rationing	People need to curb their water usage, because it is a finite resource.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Greasewood and Starr Pass 85713 // Years here: 24 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 145. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
It's home	Everything I do is here
It's got a workable climate	Don't need a lot to deal with weather
It's cheap to live	I can economize
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Its planning paradigm	Tucson like any sunbelt city follows the whims of the real estate and car industry
Its energy paradigm	We just to get on board with sustainability
Its job base	Were a service sector base which is not sustainable
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Speedway and Euclid 85705 // Years here: 33 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 146. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small-town feel	Community!
Climate	Do not like cold weather... snow...ice, etc.
Things to do	Interesting place to live
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation... road systems	Hard to drive ....no "parkways"
Fewer "conservatives"...get rid of tea partiers	They are obnoxious and dangerous to our way of life in the "Old Pueblo"
More humanitarians and animal advocates	I would like to see "a kinder, gentler" city!
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Snyder Road & Soldier Trail 85749 // Years here: 42 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 147. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Nice, friendly people	I have children, so it is important that we live in a community in which my children will be comfortable & safe.
Family-friendly activities	I love to take my family to different events in the downtown area, at the U of A, or throughout Tucson.
The weather	Tucson's lovely weather allows us to enjoy outdoor activities throughout most of the year.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011
Survey: 148. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Nature	Being able to drive a few minutes to hike, hunt and be out of the city
Safety	The fire and police are amazing and do such a great job keeping us safe
Small town feel	I like that we have the amenities of a big city but have the feel of a small town
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
City Gov.	I feel the city has done a poor job of insuring the essential needs of the community are met (safety, courts), I feel they use scare tactics to raise taxes, misrepresent how the funds are being used and waste taxpayers hard earned money on worthless pet projects and over staffed offices.
Roads	I am not for adding new freeways (to big city) but I do think we need to improve the roads we have. I think there should be a portion of our taxes that go to pay a PRIVATE company to do road construction/ repair. The City/ Pima County have failed miserably - if the city was run like a major corporation we would be far better off instead they are a charity that uses funds unwisely and continually asks for hand-outs (e.g. raising taxes)
Special Interest Groups	I feel special interest groups have too much power in influencing our leaders. We need to focus on what this state was founded on (the 5 Cs) and stop allowing the loud voices? to dictate our state/ counties progression in providing jobs and essential natural resources that are demanded by the world economy.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Oracle Rd. 85623 // Years here: 8 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 149. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I wanted to get away from cold weather and snow.
Friendly people	I feel more welcome and relaxed around friendly people.
Relaxed atmosphere	I am a very laid back person and like a relaxed atmosphere.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better roads	There are no cross town highways. and there is no way to get from Sabino springs to sunrise.
Tucson has not made any accommodation for growth.	Growth is going to happen in Tucson whether we like it or not, so ignoring growth is absurd. The city council is not friendly to business or real estate growth and we are suffering because of it.

Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: glenn and swan 85712 // Years here: 8 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 150. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Family	My family made Tucson their home in the 50's and that continues today
Mountains	The Catalinas are amazing
Weather	I love sunshine
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Change leadership	Re-vamp the way the city is run and who runs it.
Improve infrastructure	This is a big city now, we need to address those issues (improved roads, public transit, economic development) instead of hope people stop coming here.
Enforce immigration	We are quickly becoming a third world city.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Campbell and Skyline 85718 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 151. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Can't beat the weather
Hiking	Best hiking in U.S.
People	People are friendly
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Bring spring training back!	How can Tucson allow a 30 million dollar enterprise leave. What is being done about this ?
More pro sports	Why can't pro sports survive in Tucson?
Permanent AAA Baseball	The Padres are our last chance. Lets make it work.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Sunrise & Kolb 85750 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 152. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
I-19 Corridor	The Communities along the I-19 Corridor The GVCCC, Sahuarita,Green Valley, Amado,Tubac, Tumacacori,Rio Rico,Nogales And the Patgonia Area Have created and are working together to promote Economic Development Commerce & Tourism,We have created A Tourism Coalition "The Greater Santa Cruz River Valley Tourism Coalition" The Chamber`s Economic Development Committee & TheGVCCC`s (Green Valley Community Coordinating Council) & The Santa Cruz Valley Citizen`s Council support The I- 19 corridor.
I-19 Corridor	We encourage each Community to promote & retain their Identity. We have much to offer in Our Part of The Santa Cruz Valley. Preserve & Promote The Historic,Cultural Heritage Of this area is and will always be our commitment/Goal
I-19 Corridor	Tucson Is Tucson The I-19 Corridor Is The I-19 Corridor (The Southern Santa Cruz Valley) We support Tucson and what it has to offer. But one must realize that as the one of the fastest growing areas in Arizona , The Southern Pima County & the Santa Cruz County (The I-19 Corridor) Separated by The Reservation to the North & the Border to the South is its own region.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011
Survey: 153. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Cultural diversity	I like the neighborhoods and diversity of people in our city. I think our proximity to the border has a positive impact that is oftentimes overlooked.
The outdoors	It's a beautiful place - within minutes you can be hiking in a canyon in total seclusion. There's so much to see and do and luckily weather permits us to get outside most of the year.
Organized events	I love Rodeo Days, the Gem Show, (Spring Training was pretty great too), Tucson Marathon, 4th Ave Street Fair, Dia de los Muertos and so many other events that Tucson makes it's own.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More inner-city revitalization	There are some areas around downtown that have gotten great facelifts. I wish there was more of a focus on this type of growth and rebuilding rather than urban sprawl and subdivisions.
More Green	I had the opportunity to travel over the summer and in the NW there was perfusion of community gardens, recycling, bike friendly initiatives. I think Tucson could benefit from this type of forward thinking.
More local hubs	I feel lucky to be in a hub right now -Sam Hughes neighborhood near Rincon Market. The place I like to practice yoga is close, the post office is close, I can get to 90% of my 'places' on my bike. It gives a sense of community - there should be more of this.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Speedway and Campbell 85719 // Years here: 9 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 154. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Always for lots of outdoor time


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More living wage jobs	Wages are low making it difficult for working families to stay afloat


Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Columbus/Ft Lowell 85712 // Years here: 7 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 155. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather and sonoran desert	I don't like cold climates and I like the diversity of plants and animals in the Sonoran desert.
Urban yet easy to get out in nature	I like to hike and be in nature but I also appreciate the amenities of an urban area.
The diversity of people, restaurants, and cultural events	I like to participate in cultural events, try many different ethnic restaurants and enjoy people from many walks of life and backgrounds.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improve traffic flow and planning	We are an urban area but have not come up with reasonable arteries through town to make travel easier. Right now it takes a long time to travel through town.
Incorporate public transportation and sidewalks	The streetcar project is a good start, but more flexible transportation options are necessary for our city. Adding safe sidewalks in more areas of town is necessary to get people walking and out of cars.
Increase use of alternative energy and recycling	City buildings and projects should be leading the way to demonstrate use of solar power, recycling and use of recycled materials. Adding more trees goes of course right with it. Look at what Seattle and Portland, OR have achieved.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Sunrise/Pontatoc 85718 // Years here: 11 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 156. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Cultural diversity	A community that has a diverse population is more apt to develop more options for public policy - it is really the foundation of the democratic system
It's proximity to Mexico	Until the disastrous public policies were generated in Arizona, the relations with Sonora, Mexico were in the border region - now can we capture this close relationship?
Friendly attitude of the residents of our region	A community in which people are respectful of each other is a community that prospers - materially as well as spiritually
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Find ways to reduce the xenophobia and racism the has emerged in the last decade	Hate is destructive of community values and undermines a healthy diversity. I work to develop neighborhood ties as a volunteer
Create legislation to assure that nocturnal cyclists have lighting	Cyclists without nocturnal lights are a threat to themselves and to unsuspecting drivers
Discourage student housing in neighborhoods	Students are a special segment of the population that have very slight or no community involvement in neighborhoods
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Oracle/Limberlost 85705 // Years here: 36 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 157. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The desert ecology	I like that I can drive just minutes outside of Tucson and be in the wild desert.
The sunny weather	Sunny weather has a beneficial effect on your mood.
The arts	I like that we have a variety of artistic venues, from museums to alternative music. There are many people here who are committed to art and it contributes to my enjoyment of the community.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improve transportation.	I like the electric car that is coming downtown, I would like to see a train connection between Tucson and Phoenix (maybe Flagstaff, but I don't know if the tracks go that way). It would be good if we had a major north/south freeway/thruway to get through town quickly.
Improve services for low income people.	There are many in Tucson who live at or below the poverty line, it is important to me that these people receive important services, to help with healthcare, including mental health, and help with raising their families, whether it is activities their children can participate it, or help with school breakfast and lunch.
Support development of downtown.	I like the new areas around Club Congress and Maynard, I like to see areas like this continue to be encouraged. This adds to the quality of life, and the tourism.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Campbell and Ft Lowell 85719 // Years here: 35 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 158. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Alternative Healing Communities	Tucson is full of alternative healing arts and practitioners, thereby telling me our city is open-minded and sensitive to all citizens' value systems and beliefs. I'd like to see this open-minded sensitivity brought into daylight for all to see and embrace in everyday life.
Multi-cultural	Tucson is chock-full of cultural diversity, which brings with it different religions, races, languages, arts, food, clothing, and a better understanding of other countries. Multi-culturalism gives us all an opportunity to view life from different angles and through different lenses. When we open ourselves to this gracious opportunities, we human beings have a better chance for mutual understanding, respect and peace with each other.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Fund education first and foremost. Our children need and deserve the opportunity to be educated so they can participate in our society with knowledge and effectiveness	Educated children make for educated adults who make better informed citizens thereby making our communities and our state a thriving and valued place to live.
Solar and alternative energy is of the utmost importance. I'd like to see all new buildings and home built with photovoltaic cells, solar water, etc. This needs to be a mandate in building permits.	This is the way of future whether we like it or not. Let's be at the forefront of this change. As people age, as young families struggle to provide for children, as educational facilities find ways to spend money effectively, energy is something
City-wide consciousness raising of the multi-cultural diversity we have in Tucson. Billboards, PSAs, etc.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Craycroft and Glenn 85712 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 159. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The friendliness of people of all ages	We can all learn from each other. Everyone has something to contribute in life and our friendships open many doors
The diversity of our residents	Again- we can learn from each other, thus becoming more considerate of our differences
The climate and all that it enables	Number 1 is health Number 2 is that we are not limited by season
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education and the expense of it	Education is becoming/has become financially burdensome to many who want to continue their education/knowledge but can't afford to pursue their dreams
Continued attention to maintaining/improving own neighborhoods	Starting at a neighborhood level, it is a symbol of our desire to maintain safe/secure/attractive neighborhoods
Continued care and concern and assistance to our elderly and incapacitated residents	Tucson has many senior citizens who are without family here; without funds for proper health care who need assistance and with everyday challenges, like transportation, meals, friends who care
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Years here: 55 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 160. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town feel	It just is
Davis Monthan Air Force Base	I'm retired USAF and I don't have to change my medical and shopping habits
Lot's of old buildings	We should preserve our architectural heritage
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Limit sprawl	We keep claiming our wilderness when we have so much building area in town
More trolly/light rail	Pollution and traffic reduction

Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Years here: 23 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 161. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diversity	Most of my upbringing was overseas and the blending and acceptance of different cultures is key for me
Neighborly feeling	I was raised and in turn raised my sons with a sense of community to care and be respectful with our neighbors
Open spaces	Nature is close by... I have a home in midtown area and one in 3 points. The best of both worlds
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic	Safety, people are quick to anger
Growing anti-immigrant sentiments	Harms our city's diversity - fear tinged rhetoric is like acid

Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Speedway/Alvernon 85716 // Years here: 21 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 162. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
80% small business community	Promotes entrepreneurship
Still a small community	Larger communities tend to create more isolated populations/citizens/ who are uninvolved/indifferent
Environment	Essential to maintain a healthy relationship with earth; living with balance
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Dialogue; community involvement	Need to support each other; being generative not reactive
Transportation	Current transportation not sustainable too many vehicles, not enough conventional mass transit alternatives
Public/municipal information exchange	Involves too much time and effort to identify and or contribute ideas or question government engagement (policy, administration, legislative)
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Ina/Shannon 85741 // Years here: 34 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 163. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Year round potential for activity.
More bang for your dollar here compared to other western cities	There is plenty of financial opportunity. In terms of living cost.
Tucson has the potential to do something great!	Someday the current political situation will change. We need to change the City Charter to a strong Mayor position and annex parts of the City.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Change the City Charter	By doing this it gives the mayor the choice to make key decisions
Give more R&D credits to bring new business to town	By doing this it will give a company a reason to come to this city!
Annex the foothills but give them a reason why it will benefit them!	This will increase the tax base and generate more revenue for the city!
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Kolb and Sunrise 85750 // Years here: 43 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 164. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Communities/groups that work together	In small groups people may have more respectful exchanges. When you are working and face-to-face, it facilitates this respectfulness
Sustainable values	I hold sustainable values, and when my chose home town mirrors them back to me, I know I am in the right place and I feel inspired to live my values
Grass roots social engagement	Tucson peace fair, solar rock, local organic farms, transition town events, this is where I see my friends and get the news on what's happening
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation	Large private cars with only ONE person in them should be dis-incented. Bus, trolley, bicycle, car pool, and smart cars should be incented
The east side	Bomb them they're all crazy. Just kidding. People need education about what it does to the American economy when you shop Walmart
Tucson Toros	They were here, they were gone, they came back again, they are leaving again. I like the Tucson Toros - that ballpark on Ajo sucks!
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Stone/Speedway 85705 // Years here: 43 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 165. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tucson's natural beauty and deep historical roots.	As an Arizona native, I respond to the natural beauty of our region. The more I learn about Tucson, Arizona and the Southwest, the more intrigued I am. Some many fascinating people lived or passed through here - indigenous people, New Spain explorers, U.S. military service people both past and present, frontier residents, artists and other creative people.
Tucson and Southern Arizona's wealth of artistic traditions.	From Tohono O'odham baskets to Casas Grandes pottery to Talavera tile to downtown murals - artists love to create here.
The emerging Green Economy.	From the ground up, Tucson is becoming a hub for sustainable design, Green products, LEED certified buildings, alternative energy technologies, organic gardening. This bodes well for the future here.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Invest resources in the central city to improve quality of life and address long-standing poverty.	I live in central Tucson. Many of my neighbors are unemployed. The financial crisis added another layer of hardship to areas already impacted by poverty. Empty and abandoned schools and businesses add to the downward spiral.
Fully embrace our multicultural and multilingual heritage.	In my view, the history of our region is a source of strength and inspiration. I would like to see a campaign emphasizing the fact that We Are Arizona - native communities, the Latino/Chicano community, rural areas.
Direct our economic development officials to focus attention on growing the Green Economy.	I believe that the Green Economy and the Buy Local efforts are key to our future as a viable community.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Pima and Columbus 85712 // Years here: 36 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 166. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Natural Environment/Climate	The desert is a source of great beauty and solace to me. The dry air and beautiful scenery
Culture	I love being in such a diverse energetic community. The Spanish Mexican cultural influence makes Tucson unique
Native plants and animals	The wide variety of life here is amazing and threatened
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Water use and growth	We are still using way too much water and encouraging growth. There is not enough water to grow. We must be sustainable without growth
Energy use and pollution	Tucson is too dependent on transporting food and other necessities via heavy energy using vehicles. We need to solar power our our homes and cars
Land planning	If we are not careful we will lose all we love about the desert due to development
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Gates Pass/Camino de Oeste 85745 // Years here: 38 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 167. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The mountains	The beauty and inspiration
The desert	Diversity and unbelievable adaptability
Small town atmosphere and culture	Feeling a part of the whole. Meeting people I know out in the street
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
I would like a greater feeling of community + Tucson community + neighborhood community	We can work for greater good for all, it's the work as a community
Better transportation - buses, shuttle buses, bike lanes and driver training to include bicycle awareness	So people can get together easily and work and play together
Ordinances to help the environment like no styrofoan in eateries	It encourages concern for the environment
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Swan/River 85718 // Years here: 58 // Born in the: 20s
Survey: 168. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Ready access to the natural environment	It is important because I am fed by the natural world - It regenerates me. I like the different environment
Big city but with a small-town feel	The pace of life the is reasonable and the ability to connect with others is important
Cultural diversity	It makes for a richer culture
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More clean industry	I think the would produce the economic base that would make the city more lively
A more dynamic downtown	The city needs a heart of culture, art, music, cuisine, commerce, etc. It unifies a city
More alternative energy	Southern Arizona should and could lead in this area
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Swan/River 85718 // Years here: 5
Survey: 169. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Free Flowing traffic patterns	N/A
Number of city parks and the university	Culture and nature are the essence of life
Community events and parades, etc.	Morale boosters
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More bus pull-outs	Getting stopped behind a bus is very frustrating and can be dangerous
Sufficient education funding	Uneducated people are more likely to be jobless, homeless, or criminals
More provisions for homeless people	What basically affects one us affect us all
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Ajo/Kinney 85713 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 170. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Friendliness of community	People are interested in other and their community- sense of community
Diverseness	There is a willingness to get engaged; learn
Climate
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Potholes	Our infrastructure of roads and cross-town access needs changing


Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Anklam/Greasewood 85745 // Years here: 6
Survey: 171. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Liberal minded people	There are far too many conservatives who want everything for themselves and their rich cronies without taking the full society (including poor) into account. Tucson has less of this and more sharing with all because of the liberal people living and participating here.
Cultural diversity	I enjoy the rich cultural diversity and the many activities the diverse culture has to offer from restaurants to entertainment to festivals to meeting new people.
Outdoor recreation	There are many areas for hiking, camping, picnicking, etc. and I can do them the year around.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Government leadership	City of Tucson mayor and council and Pima County administrator and supervisors are showing very poor leadership and should all be replaces with competent leaders that represent the people of the community and not special interest. Special interests (developers and money interests) are give most everything they want at the cost to the tax payers and community people.
Code enforcement	City of Tucson needs to enforce all of its codes (land use, building & ordinances) instead of looking the other way or interpreting their codes in favor of special interests, which they currently do. This includes getting competent staff in lieu of the current system of nepotism and good old boy hiring practice.
Appropriate fees and taxes	The tax base and fee structure does not pay for the infrastructure. Development fees and taxes are often waived to special interests and put on the home owner tax payers to pay for the infrastructure the needs to be paid by special interests. This raises taxes to the poor in favor of the rich.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Speedway & Greasewood 85745 // Years here: 33 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 172. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
People	N/A
Openness of people to new ideas

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Focus on water conservation	Seems taking water from the Colorado River in not rightfully ours when we are not practicing conservation. Tucson water is in the business of selling water, not conserving
Nutritional education focus from refined artificial food to real traditional food	Therefore two things are at odds. Continuing to consume these foods is irresponsible. It's health care costs - quality of life
Focus local food production	Fresher - not irradiated
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 173. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Enough of a progressive (liberal) political and social base	At least part of the community is committed to helping neighbors, setting policies that support those in need, etc.
Surrounding desert/mountains environment (and low city profile/skyline)	Area is visually uplifting and unique (as well as challenging)
Good cultural life (there's always room for more)
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Increase urban agriculture	Food sustainability will be a challenge in the future - we have a lot of potentially fruitful land (i.e. golf courses) to use for food
Develop city/county wide water harvesting from streets as well as roofs	Input because we are expecting and future water crisis
Encourage and facilitate (strongly) shift to renewables (solar) for commercial structures and residential	Impending energy shortages and improves the environment
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Swan/sunrise 85718 // Years here: 12
Survey: 174. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
I live here	This is my home and I am determined to do all I can to protect it


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Refocus economic priorities to becoming "world class" in our own backyard, so we can meet our critical needs and be resilient to outside shocks	We need to restructure the economy to facilitate and enable our transition to becoming a permanent desert people
Remodel Tucson as a network of urban villages as a key component of a regional "untransport plan"	We need to relink people enable small-scale communities and reduce our costs by billions of dollars per year and cut our dependence on transportation fuels
Mobilize the entire population to reduce our material footprint and produce more of our own vital resources in the region	We can only make rapid progress by employing our workforce in remaking Tucson in a more sustainable form
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Years here: 50 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 175. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Advantages of warm weather year round	After majority of life in snow-belt, everything seems easier and more conducive to outdoor activity and events
Relatively large town with a small town feel	Lot's of variety in possible activity/culture/shopping/ etc - but still feel part of the community and know people everywhere
Unique musical and artistic community with much going on	Good for the soul
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Require greater control/re-investment standards fop developers for more mindful growth	Seems that not enough attention is being paid to finite resources and the future of the area


Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Campbell/Prince 85719 // Years here: 18
Survey: 176. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sonoran desert	I love the sky, vegetation, weather, mountains, sun
Size of town	I like the University atmosphere, the "cowboy" flavor, the Mexican influence and the number of people (although I liked the number more 25 years ago!)
National region	I like the lifestyle and scenery of the Southwestern states, the big sky, wonderful mountains, historical Indian influence and land. I enjoy camping, hunting, skiing, biking, and having my grandchildren raised more in nature.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011
Survey: 177. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Good weather all year around (except a few hot ones)
Traffic	As a Los Angeles native no congestion on the roads People complain here they have nothing to complain about
No smog	As a Los Angeles native i appreciate no smog
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Schools	Our young people are ill-equipped for the high tech jobs
City government and structure	This town has huge deficits and the folks at the time need to attract business for our unemployed residents
Need to update the 1926 city charters	The old structure needs revamping. Needs to learn from other cities how to do this.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: swan/Broadway 85711 // Years here: 18 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 178. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Comfortable and dry most of the year. Wonderful winter weather normally.
Openness	No major concentration of high rises, small downtown area. Parks and trails galore.
People	Most people in Tucson are open and friendly and enjoy living here.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
City council and mayor	The city leaders (excluding Steve K) need to get a grip on spending and realize the citizens are sick and tired of them spending our tax dollars on items NOT related to running the city. Freeze salaries and toss all government employee unions out on their you know what.
Street repair a priority	Too many times the city leaders cause failure in street repairs to force us to vote in more taxes. Get rid of your cell phones, city paid cars, and magazine subscriptions. No new cars for city employees.

Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: broadaway & columbus 85711 // Years here: 40 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 179. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The natural beauty: mountains, weather, sunsets, etc.	It's inspiring. As an artist, this area is eye and soul candy! Few places on the earth hold the beauty found here.
History, legacy	It gives life to where we are today and some of the issues that have risen as a result. This is both a wild west and calm resort, a place where history has taken place and will continue to write new chapters.
Restaurants, great people I've met here	There are wonderful family-owned restaurants - like America's oldest Mexican restaurant, El Charro - and people from all walks of life I've met in this small city. There is a great deal of potential for this city to thrive and I would love to see that happen with new decisions & members of the local city council
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	I am an educator and have a great interest in the education issues that are taking place here such as Ethnic Studies. TUSD needs to be held accountable and perhaps when their funding is cut due to their own actions, they will have to make decisions based on what parents and the community expect instead of a political agenda for La Raza. Education in the Tucson area leaves much to be desired.
Tucson City Council	The TCC have created problems that need not exist. They have imposed punitive taxes on small businesses resulting in hardship and businesses moving away or being denied altogether. For a city that is growing, it is unfortunate the TCC continues to impose fees and taxes hurting the less fortunate, teens, elderly and those looking to make Tucson a home and business center.
Mayor, Sheriff and entire city government!	Pima Co. accounts for more criminal activity than neighboring counties because we have a sheriff who would rather focus on politics than criminal activity. Our mayor is clueless, weak and lazy - effectively oblivious to the failure he has facilitated in Tucson. Furthermore, any city government that considers Isabel Garcia's actions against Sheriff Joe in 2008 (in which she led youth to beat a pinata in effigy & decapitate it - inciting violence against the sheriff) at all acceptable or legitimate needs to be ousted! There is no room for such vitriolic dialogue and hideous, hate-filled actions from a city worker against a state official. Absolutely indefensible!
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Swan and Sunrise 85718 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 180. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town feel of the city	Although we are growing in size, Tucson still has a small town feel to it. No huge, tall buildings to block your view of the nights sky. Historic downtown Tucson.
The people of Tucson care	Our community rallies together. The people of Tucson genuinely help and care for one another
Family is all here	My entire family is here, some aunts and uncles have moved to other States, but my Father and all my siblings are here
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Politics	Too right wing!


Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Ajo/Kinney 85735 // Years here: 43 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 181. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
THE WEATHER	THE BEAUTIFUL SCENERY
THE RETIRED COMMUNITY	VERY WARM AND ENTERGETIC
THE SIZE OF THE COMMUNITY	NOT TO BIG NOT SMALL
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011
Survey: 182. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
It's still the a town	I feel my efforts can make an impact
The great weather	Because I like our weather
Melting pot	The folks that are here want to be
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Roads and transportation	Tucson is easy to get around and could be lots better. Also, more mass transit and bicycles (related to Land Use)
Land Use	Better use would be more effective and sustainable

Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Swan/Sunrise 85718 // Years here: 36 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 183. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Neighborhoods	Neighborhoods are traditionally left out of the planning process that ultimately impacts us in the neighborhood itself as soon as banksters and developers come in
Desert environment	The banksters and developers immediately take over the foothills, build where our wild animals roam and cross, sell the real estate for money, leave the original neighborhoods in poverty and distress then leave!!!
Water topics	Tucson is a desert town. We do not need more golf courses or swimming pools in every backyard. We had water in the Santa Cruz River and now there is none. The developers get as many faucets as they ask for regardless of who will be penalized later
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Neighborhoods	More dialogue between government and neighborhoods. Healthier neighborhoods with each receiving equal shares of the government resources in all areas and streets, schools, lighting, transportation, water, development etc.
Desert Environment	Stop developers from destroying more of our foothills - kick them off the mountains, establish a southwestern theme for Tucson like in New Mexico
Water	Stop issuing faucets to developers like there is no tomorrow. There needs to be a limit to future development in Tucson. There is simply not enough water
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Years here: 64 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 184. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The weather	I like the outdoors...
The open space	I do not like areas with too many people and no place to stretch out.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011
Survey: 185. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
U of A	Intellectual activities offered to public,lectures, museums, sports, Newman Center
Friendliness of people	Majority of residents are friendly
Arts and Community Events	Mariachi conference, Golf, Music
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	Consolidate all schools district to one district, one tax rate. Improve educational opportunities and properly fund
Transportation system	More bus service and Commuter train - Nogales to Phoenix
Increase participation of youth in Park and Rec activities	Increase the number of youth and the opportunities for children so as to avoid gang participation
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Country Club and Broardway 85716 // Years here: 34 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 186. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Mexican food	I like food and the rest of the ethnic food in this town is absolute garbage (Italian food). We are the king of junk bread, as well.
Clean air
Campus benefits
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Change traffic patterns	Many major E/W and nearby N/S streets could be made ONE WAY. This would speed up traffic and cut down on pollution dramatically. But the city council has no guts to even propose this
Enforce city ordinance codes	The city does not enforce ordinance codes within neighborhoods (garbage in yards, and weeds, etc). Another set of B.S. laws which mean nothing.
Don�t clog up the streets with special activities	The sports events in town should be held on the FRONTAGE ROADS (bike races and marathons). Keep the participators out of the way of the rest of the tax paying public. This will never happen.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: north and south 85721 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 187. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
University of Arizona	It is one of the great places that seems to bring the whole community together. It seems that this one place touches all in Tucson. You may have a relative that attends or graduated from the U of A. Or you are a fan of its athletic events.
San Xavier Mission	It is great to know that a old building is still around to show everyone that the community has long roots to the past. I really like that it stands alone on the reservation, so that people can still experience how persons long ago first looked at this diamond in the desert. I had a friend who's great grandfather went to all the mission in the western US to paint them back in the 1800's. As a child his grandfather would show him the painting of his father. When my friend grew up, he wanted to go and see the missions. The only one that he recognized at first glance was San Xavier del Bac. No new builds beside it. Not stuck in the middle of some city. He was seeing this the same way his great grandfather had seen it. He told me he cried. That is history.
Tucson Meet Yourself	Great Mexican food. Indian popovers, then you go to the bratwurst and Filipino food. It is a great place to see people and eat some great food. Plus all the singers and dancers, bag pipe players. Everyone gets to shine.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	We need to try and have every kid graduate from high School. I don't understand why so many kids are failing. This is shameful.
Better public transportation	Need some kind of mass transit system. Better for the environment.
Try to bring in more jobs.	We need another big company like Raytheon. Not another missile company. We need a solar company, that will create more jobs. 10,000 jobs.
Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Silverbell and Grant 85745 // Years here: 46 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 188. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather and environment	Mild conditions for year round activities. Proximity to desert and mountains.
University	Lots of activities and jobs.
Cultural aspect	Hispanic and western heritage, food, culture
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation	Need more transit options, light rail, highways, grade separate intersections,


Date of survey: Feb 03, 2011 // Home near: Cloud and Sabino Canyon 85750 // Years here: 45 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 189. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Natural environment	The high dessert is beautiful.
Medium size city/region with many bigger city amenities, yet more of a smaller town community
Recreational choices	Golf, hiking
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Stronger leadership	Most difficult decisions are deferred.
Change the City election to city wide	With council people representing wards, regional and city wide issues take a back seat to neighborhood issues.
Focus on quality growth	The region seems to be too divided in growth questions. Some people don't accept any growth; while others support any or all types of growth.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: naranja/la canada 85737 // Years here: 11 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 190. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
People	The friendly ambiance that we have in our multi culture environment
Weather	Mild winter great fall and spring weather. Summer is tolerable.
Desert and mountain terrain within a 35 minutes drive	Diversity
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Attract business that offer good paying jobs	Lack of industry in our community
Elected govt officials that are pro business	Elected officials seem to lack ability to attract business.
Ease licensing procedures for business	Very difficult for businesses to conduct business
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Thornydale 85741 // Years here: 16 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 191. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The weather	I like warmth
The casual atmosphere with a 1st class university	It is intellectually stimulating without being pretentious
It is cosmopolitan with a strong Hispanic influence	I like the local art, multi-languages and southwestern architecture; I like people of all different backgrounds
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The border situation	I want to live out my life here without fear; the Mexican people are wonderful, and the drug cartel must be stopped to both our countries benefit
Water conservation	I want to live here and the availability of water is the limiting factor to living in the Southwest in coming decades.
The value on education	We must educate our children as they will solve the problems of the future and they must be competitive with those from other countries.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Years here: 30 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 192. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diversity	I like learning about other people and their ways of life.
The environment - mts., desert, plants	Outdoor recreation is just out the back door. The wonders of the desert are all around us for our enjoyment.
The arts and culture	I like the many fine cultural and arts opportunities we have here. Most communities this size do not have the venue we do.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Less bickering about decisions made by leaders	Each time an important decision about the future must be made, the community weighs in and tears it down. The electeds get "cold feet," so nothing really ever moves forward.
Less griping about taxes, costs for services	We have to pay for services if we want a vital community.
Education	We are losing out on economic development because we have drop-outs who don't finish school. There has to be an educated workforce to attract employers. There is a need for greater emphasis on all levels of education
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Wrightstown and Camino Seco 85715 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 193. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Its live and let live attitude	I like to think I am open-minded and not controlling with others. It is important to me that the people with whom I interact are charitable, enlightened and non-judgmental toward me and others.
Its mountains, desert and varied landscape	Being ringed by mountains is a true asset. Being able to go from the warm desert floor to cool mountains is a rare gift. Our sunny, warm days are far superior to months of cold, dreary weather.
Availability of advanced education, research and medical facilities	I take pride in the accomplishments of the University of Arizona in astronomy, life sciences, health care and so many other areas. I am also delighted with Tucson's leadership in optics, solar power, bio-technology, etc.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	I am alarmed at the poor level of education so many of our public school children are receiving. I don't feel I can even have a reasonable conversation with most high schoolers these days. Their grasp of language, life skills, reasoning ability and social responsibility is dismal in many schools in the TUSD, Amphi and Sunnyside districts.
Lack of inspired leadership	Although most of our elected officials are well meaning, they are so concerned about making unpopular decisions that they cannot effectively lead. We need real decision making (not grandstanding) and the ability to convince the public about the wisdom of these decisions. Then those directions must be carried out over long periods of time to come to realization. We need to keep continuity in our leadership, such as Chuck Huckleberry, whose experience helps him make logical decisions.
Beautification of our city	We have let our city decay and turn trashy. I do not advocate homogeneity, but I do think convincing/impelling the public to pick up their trash, keep weeds down, plant and maintain landscaped areas, etc. is important. In a wide-open desert area every bit of trash and decay shows.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Grant and Silverbell 85745 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 194. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The sun -- sunny days!	I really HATE grey, dreary days, especially when there are several/many in a row
The heat/warmth	The cold and I are lifelong enemies
The laid-back, casual and hospitable attitude of the people here	I've lived in over a dozen cities and traveled a good deal, and I find that, in general, Tucsonans are more friendly, accepting and unfussy than anywhere else I've spent significant time.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Our deplorable public schools and education program	The state MUST make public education a priority and give necessary funding to our schools! It is essential that the curriculum teaches students to challenge themselves and aspire to higher ambitions, instead of continually teaching to the "weakest links" in the classroom in order to pass the AIMS test. Arizona will crash and burn if our youth isn't prepared to assume responsibility for Arizona's future.
The city government	Tucson's leadership is adverse to supporting small business and to new businesses coming to Tucson. The "good old boys" are extremely short-sighted. Tucson's archaic planning framework and the unfavorable, and often clueless and conflicting, regulations are frequently detrimental to supporting and growing our local business community.
Bring back major league baseball	I'm not a sports person by any means, but I can clearly see the damage to Tucson's reputation and the major loss of revenue. Tucson should be encouraging exhibitions and events such as this to establish themselves here.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Alvernon 85711 // Years here: 34 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 195. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Biking	I like the bike lanes and smooth pavement for recreation and commuting. I love Mt Lemon and the foothills for a variety. The single track mt. biking and hiking trails are incredible. It is n incredible community to bike in. It has room to improve and seems to do so daily. I see a huge economic impact from the known of El tour down to the unseen bike tourists.
Small pockets of communities or everything that interests me. All I have to do is look, and there is a club that exists	My wife loves Bonsai, there is a society for it. I love bikes as I mentioned above. There are so many like minded people. It is a city with a small town feel
U OF A	I love that we have retiring people coming, but it is always balanced with the kids coming to the U of A. The focus on education and the great minds that are here because of the U of A. SPORTS, ENTERTAINMENT it is the heart of our community.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More Bike Lanes	Good for health, good for not using gas, good for mental health, bike riders typically are more aware of everything
More money on education	If you have an educated population I think everything else takes care of itself. A trade education should be the least we expect from our kids. Setting the bar at graduating from High school is not enough.
Take 10 degrees off the summer and ad it to the winter	Since that is not realistic, seeing more activities for families that are indoors, yet still physical. Ice skating would be nice.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: kolb and sunrise 85750 // Years here: 24 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 196. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Environment proximal to Tucson	I enjoy the ability to locate into quiet-scenic areas that are proximal to Tucson in a short period of time.
Ability to live on the edge of Tucson	Ability to enjoy my life style in close proximity to a metropolitan area.
Access to infra-structure	I enjoy the infrastructure that accompanies large metropolitan areas.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Manage urban sprawl	Tucson urban sprawl is not managed. Outlying areas are developed over infill development. This doubles the urban impact footprint.
Improve waste water treatment	The two waste water treatment facilities along the I-10 corridor send a distinct message to visitors and residents alike - we like our foul odors. These plants would be unacceptable in other urban areas of the country.
Energy management	Tucson has no concerted energy management program or incentives. Energy (electrical - organic fuels) consumption continues to increase with little return public value (lighting).
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Thornydale-Cortero 85742 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 197. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tucson is a great community.	It is a generally friendly place to live and offers a nice lifestyle.
The environment of Tucson is attractive.	It is nice to see mountains every day.
Tucson offers an array of arts, sports and other things to do.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
We need better leadership.	Tucson is a great place to live in spite of its problems, including lack of leadership.
Fix our financial situation.	Our community is crumbling. We need to fix this.
Figure out a way to reduce the graffiti and other unlawful behavior.	The City of Tucson in particular is becoming like the inner cities of the East during the 1970s. We're going down not up in terms of the health of our center city.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Country Club and Grant 85716 // Years here: 32 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 198. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Topography	I enjoy spending time outside on the hill slopes of the mountains surrounding the city.
Climate	Mild but varied enough with periods of cool weather.
Cultural diversity	The mix of native, Anglo and Hispanic cultures make the city seem larger of a metropolitan area than it is.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation choices	One nice aspect of the metro area is it's relative small size. Making all transportation choices equal could allow folks to live an play at any end of the region without the need for a car.


Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: st mary's and silverbell 85745 // Years here: 1 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 199. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The weather	No snow, no mowing lawns
Laid back	For the most part you don't have to wear a suit and tie to work
Spread out	There is not a lot of tall buildings.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Secure the border	I believe a lot of crime comes across the border
Traffic	The lights don't seem to be timed.

Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Speedway and Columbus 85712 // Years here: 29 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 200. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Laid back lifestyle	Climate and small town attitudes, not the hustle and bustle of large cities
Climate	I prefer heat to cold
Opportunities	Ability to live the lifestyle I prefer
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Fix existing roads (potholes) before other types of road projects	Our streets are in deplorable condition which often result in costly car repairs. Before spending millions turning streets into bike paths/roads, fix and/or fill the cavernous potholes that are everywhere, particularly on main thoroughfares such as Grant Road
Synchronize street lights or remove unnecessary ones that impede the flow of traffic	Certain major thoroughfares have stop lights or crossing lights every block which unnecessarily impedes traffic flow. Synchronizing the lights so traffic can move smoothly would be really nice and would ease congestion. In addition, enforce the speed limits, particularly when a driver is going considerably below the posted limit

Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Grant and First 85705 // Years here: 46 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 201. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The close proximity of the people	Not as big as phoenix
The revitalization efforts of downtown	I think its a great idea to make downtown a place to work and have fun.
Bike paths	The bike path next to the Rillito River is amazing
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Repave roads!	A lot of roads for some reason seem to be filled with potholes that are not good for your car


Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: mountain and ft. lowell 85719 // Years here: 12 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 202. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Great weather and the beauty of the desert.	Lack of snow, access to the desert, and its relatively pristine and conserved condition.
Community and people.	Welcoming culture - we moved here from Canada and it's been great.
Rialto Theater	Access to top notch live music.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Revitalize downtown - get people living in the core.	Nightlife needs to improve
Partisan politics	At the city, town, and county level the degree of partisan actions is mind-boggling. It really bothers me that we don't have strong mayors and BOS leading us.
Nature of development	Tucson is too low density and needs to stop sprawling outwards
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Naranja and La Canada 85737 // Years here: 8 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 203. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Fairly relaxed attitude	Less stress. Less Republican attitude than the rest of the state.
Weather	I hate being cold. I hate snow and ice. I like the sun to shine every day.
Affordability	I am not a wealthy person
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
School systems	A better educated population has a better standard of living that is more inclusive.
Establish inner belts for traffic	It is difficult for me to travel from the eastside from the westside every day.
Bring large for profits to Pima County	Larger tax base and more opportunities for fund raising for non-profits.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: grant and silverbell 85745 // Years here: 33 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 204. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small community, town like atmosphere.	Traffic not unbearable. Friendly people in general. You tend to run into your friends or associates where ever you go.
Clean air, view of hills, Nothing over two story houses	It is nice to be able to see the beautiful hills surrounding Tucson. It is a relaxing, calming and peace of mind.
Caring community	Tucsonans are generally friendly people. The community seems to be connected. Food banks, Mental Health centers, homeless help for all--including veterans. Resources to get employed.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Gun laws	To easy for anyone to get a gun. stricter provisions to ensure a person is truly qualified. No mental issues, No legal issues, etc.
More bus services, later hours or earlier hours	People in Tucson need to be able to get to certain locations at specific times.
Resources to help Tucson with the mental health issues of the community.	Seeing citizens on the streets with mental health issues is sad. I believe everyone, issuers or not needs help with mental health issues.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Fort Lowell & Columbus 85712 // Years here: 5 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 205. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The mountains	The peacefulness of the mountains
The weather

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011
Survey: 206. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Outdoors/landscape	I enjoy spending time in the desert and mountains surrounding Tucson because I love the natural beauty of the landscape.
People/attitude	Having lived in many regions of the U.S., I find the people and the general atmosphere in Tucson to be open, welcoming, and laid-back.
Culture	I have gained enjoyment an appreciation of indigenous and Latino culture from living in the border region of southern Arizona. From the food to the arts to programs offered by the University of Arizona, I feel that there are many opportunities to learn about the history and culture of the region.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improve public transportation	Given that Tucson is situated in one of the sunniest regions of the country, I find it inexcusable that we lack viable solar-powered transportation - or even better bike lanes to encourage people to drive less.
Increased social services and resources for the homeless population	Many of us see and even interact with the homeless population in Tucson on a regular basis. Many of these men and women are veterans, have substance abuse problems, or struggle with mental illness. If we invested more funding and resources in supporting this population, we could decrease the number of people in the emergency rooms and in prison. This would benefit us all in the long-run as we would see a decrease in crime, and an increase in the number of people contributing positively to the community by working and paying taxes.
More humane border policy	Many people who live in the Tucson area immigrated, or had family who immigrated, from other countries to live here. Over time, these men, women, and children have contributed to the cultural and economic life of our community. I consider Tucson to be a welcoming, open, and diverse community. As such, I would like our local officials and politicians to support humane border and immigration policies that keep families together and provide pathways to citizenship.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Columbus and 3rd Street 85711 // Years here: 5 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 207. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Recreational opportunities	Bicycling and hiking
Small enough to be involved in the community	Strong arts community
Easy lifestyle	Living midtown, I have virtually no commute
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Anyone in authority should live within city limits	The police chief and mayor should have helicopters waking them up, too, and should have the same daily hassles as those who actually live within city limits
Limit sprawl vs. making the existing city better	Selling Tucson's soul to housing developers sucks the vitality out of the city, makes undeveloped desert areas further from midtown, creates a vast service economy instead of good, professional jobs
Merge city and county into one municipality	All of us should be in the same boat
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Years here: 31 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 208. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The sense of community!	The Tucson community really cares about those who live here!
The way the community problem solves!	When confronted with a difficult decision we look to ourselves and our neighbors and friends to try and make decisions based on whats best for everyone..
Being the sole voice of reason in the entire state.	We elected Janet and she made the biggest impact for the entire state.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The education system	TUSD is to big!
Mental health services	The system is so limited it needs help!
The entire zoning process	It is out dated and makes things difficult instead of easier.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Anklam and geasewood 85745 // Years here: 32 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 209. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The weather	I love that we can spend more time outdoors all year round as opposed to trying to stay warm in a house most of the year!
Small Town Feel	Even though we have met the million mark with our population, it still feels like a small town. I love that our streets are big enough to drive on - compared to NY where the streets are so narrow. I love that we are not perfect, but we are better than most in comparison.
The mountain views	I love the view of the Catalina Mountains from my kitchen and living room windows.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic Signals	I would like to see some consistency with the signals. For example, while driving down Broadway, it would be nice if the lights were set to encourage drivers to go the speed limit to catch all green lights. Instead, it is like a start and stop. Also, the turn signals need to be the same at all signals. For example while one driver has a green arrow to turn left at the same time a driver has a right blinking arrow to go right.
Roads	Everywhere I drive I am hitting pot holes. This has caused much damage to my car. Also, the streets that spray that tar/rock onto the road and allow drivers to travel right after application should not be allowed. I still have that stuff under my wheel wells and it cannot be removed.
Cameras	I despise those traffic cameras that cause a driver to slam on their brakes even when they are not speeding. I also feel it infringes on our rights and it cause undue stress.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Alvernon 85711 // Years here: 16 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 210. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Nothing	Dirty, lots of crime, poor drivers, poor education


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Crime	Victim
Education	Being left behind in attracting new, well paying jobs
Dirt, trash, pride in home and community	Seeing cars on jacks in front yard and weeds knee high devalues everyone's property. Brings rodents and bugs and health hazards
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: ajo and kinney 85735 // Years here: 7 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 211. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Natural Environment	The big sky, desert to mountain access, hiking and camping, weather.
Access to arts and culture	I enjoy the variety of venues, music, art, theater, etc. The fact that there are many free options allows me to take my family. Pops concerts, art museum open on the first Sunday, University offering very inexpensive concerts etc.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011
Survey: 212. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The Sonoran desert, climate	Natural beauty, plenty of opportunity throughout the year for outdoor recreation
Hispanic cultural influence	Food, art, architecture
Proximity to California, Mexico & mountains	Not a long drive to get to the beach and the mountains
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Water use awareness/ conservation	Water availability is a critical issue that affects every aspect of the community, from the survival of species to the pace of development. The ground water situation is dire, but there is little community awareness efforts from mainstream sources (news outlets, billboards, etc.)
Sensibly planned development	Poorly planned & over-development: destroys the natural beauty people come to the area for in the first place; overtaxes the water supply; contributes to congestion; causes a glut in the supply
Transportation: public and traffic management	Light rails, better bus schedules, better traffic flow solutions (stoplight synchronization, throughways, overpasses, etc.) would improve the flow of traffic, reduce emissions, improve air quality, etc.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Oracle & Tangerine 85739 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 213. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The sense of community in Tucson	In this fast-paced world of technology, Tucsonans still take the time to care about things such as civic responsibility, goodwill, and "loving thy neighbor".
Culture	Tucson has a long history, and citizens as well as city leaders take great pride in preserving that history for this generation and other generations to come.
Scenery	Tucson has some of the most beautiful, natural sights that I have ever seen. From Mt. Lemmon, to the Catalinas, and the natural beauty of the desert, its' vista are superb.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Congestion	Tucson has grown a lot in the past decade, but the infrastructure of the city has failed to keep pace with the expansion. City streets are to narrow with too few lanes, traffic lights are not timed appropriately to ensure the best flow of traffic. And the bike lanes are not given enough clearance to ensure the safety of the bicyclist.
Zoning	It is a bit confusing to have such lax zoning. You have million dollar homes less than a mile from the "worst corridor" in the city, apartment complexes located in the middle of housing developments, etc...

Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Mission and Irvington 85746 // Years here: 3 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 214. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The physical environment, and the climate.	The desert, the parks and national monuments and parks. The relative ease in which one can travel through town. The fact that I spend so much time of the year outside.
The sense of community,	There is a sense of community in Tucson that was evidenced when Gabriel Giffords was shot. For the most part, the local political bickering is less poisoness than certainly Phoenix and even the rest of the country. Oregon, particularly Portland, is my model for a sense of community and civility.
The willingness to face problems practically, the progressive stance in politics (as opposed the the Phoenix region),	In spite of the Rio Nuevo fiasco, the civic leaders try to address real problems, not ideological ones. Again Portland and Oregon stand as a model. Both Republicans and Democrats are responsible for the beautiful water front and transportation malls. Both parties participated in long term planning which has resulted in a very livable city.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
I would like the two parties to find more common ground and make the sacrifices now that will make a better community in the future.	Tucson is in danger of sprawling as Phoenix has done. I know the state government hampers local efforts for things like growth boundaries. I would like to see a vibrant down town and nice neighborhoods, with shops etc, that have a distinct atmosphere, not very similar shopping malls popping up around the area.
I would like for Tucson to strive to be the leader in the development of solar energy.	This is such a no-brainer and out State Senator, Antenori, wants us to develop nuclear energy. Solar energy is the future and offers Tucson such an opportunity to develop jobs and decrease our energy costs.
I know it is a state issue, but our gun laws are terrible.	Some how our community must find a way to negotiate this wave of fear and anger that finds expression in the fantasy that if everyone carried a gun we would be safer.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Sabino Canyon and Cloud Rd 85750 // Years here: 11 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 215. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
National/Local Parks	Saguaro National Monument, Sabino Canyon, Mt. Lemmon & other hiking trails are my favorite thing about Tucson. The mountains are beautiful and hiking or going up Mt. Lemmon in the summer are a great break.


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Schools	The school system seems weak. I would like to know that we are investing in our children's education. Most high school students I see have difficulties with basic spelling... not a good sign.
Traffic	Driving in Tucson seems dangerous - people slow down for the photo cameras, then speed right up. People run most every light; yellow means to speed up instead of slow down in Tucson! The downtown intersection at Congress/Toole/Broadway was horribly designed. It is a terror in rush hour.
Bus systems	People can navigate the bus routes but many can't afford to do so. The buses run almost empty most of the time, is this a smart utilization of resources? Can they run smaller buses? Use alternative fuel?
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Broadway & Harrison 85710 // Years here: 12 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 216. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Size,	Not too metropolis, not too small-town
Culture	For size, offers lots of high quality venues
Diversity	College, arts, natural public areas, mixed cultures.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Let downtown Tucson evolve naturally by the people	City gov't. dictating businesses. Offer more varied zoning. Residences over shops. Mom and Pop food and drug stores. Free parking areas.
Put small stadium down town	City is now just a working and tourist place. Very divided.

Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Silverbell/St. Mary's 85745 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 217. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I like not having a brutal winter.
Small town feeling

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improve quality of elected officials	Lack of leadership and accountability has resulted in the squandering of multiple millions of dollars in failed projects. I wish we had a leader who could say, "The buck stops HERE" instead of pointing fingers or shrugging.
Improve school system	For retirees who don't have kids in the system, they don't care & don't want to fund it. What they don't understand is that every uneducated dropout that we produce increases the possibility of those displaced people pursuing crime as a "career."
Eliminate duplication in Chambers & nonprofits	Too many Chambers splinters the business community. What legislator wants to hear from 9 different organizations purporting to represent the same constituents (business people)? Ineffective, wasteful. Ditto for the many nonprofits which claim to serve the same audience. Again - wasteful.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: 22nd & Harrison 85748 // Years here: 15 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 218. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Community feeling	Even though there are a million residents, Tucson has a small-town feel. I have to remind myself when i am in Phoenix you do not say hi or wave to people - which I always do in Tucson
Desert	I enjoy being able to drive 5 miles and be in the desert with no city noise
Weather	Even though it's cold right now, it's nothing compared to snow and ice all over the country
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Government	Tucson lacks a shared vision and the leadership for that vision
Streets	The dirt roads in the desert are not as bad as our city streets
Traffic lights	Time the lights so if you are going the speed limit you don't have to stop. would speed travel time and eliminate a lot of pollution
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Speedway/Rosemont 85712 // Years here: 28 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 219. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The weather	Mild winters (mostly), beautiful springs and falls.
The Wildcats	Grew up loving the sports teams here.
The people	Most are friendly and willing to help each other.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Police and fire departments	We need more of each.
Roads	Need to keep up repairs.
Public transportation	We need better bus service (more routes and later service).
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Speedway/Alvernon 85716 // Years here: 58 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 220. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
All of the great festivals	Tucson, for such a smallish city has a lot of great festivals every year. Tucson Meet Yourself, All Souls Procession, Parade of Lights, Tucson Folk Festival etc
A great place to raise my children	Tucson is a great place for kids because of the activities and museums/places for us to take them. We also have an independent school (International School of Tucson) that our daughter goes to that we love.
Natural environment	The beauty and chances to get outside in Tucson are unique for a desert city in Arizona.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public transportation	It would be nice if I could more easily get from my house to work/school etc by bus but I realize it is difficult to have buses run any more frequently than they currently do. They really would need to run every 10 minutes to make it easy for me.
Roads	Many of the roads, especially those that are for bikes (like 3rd street) are in terrible disrepair.
Use of solar	We should be THE solar city. It would be a great way to distinguish ourselves and speaks to the progressive nature of our city.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Country Club and Speedway 85716 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 221. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather/outdoor activities	Being able to be outside enjoying the environment


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More consistent and business friendly govt	City Council is ineffective
Move Tucson into the 21st century
Better transportation..freeway expansion
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: River rd 85750 // Years here: 17 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 222. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather and Location with wide variety of recreational opportunities that are outdoor related.	The opportunity to live a healthy lifestyle in a beautiful setting.
Common sense of basic values.	It is a benefit even with our diverse political environment to be somewhat common in our community values vs living in a community that is constantly questioning simple truths that are often far removed values from the norm. For example, it is generally accepted that each person is responsible for their own actions and personal benefits which result from personal efforts. A family unit is appreciated as foundational to society. Freedom is appreciated as a God given right. Compassion is appreciated for those really in need but not granted without the recipient working toward becoming free from dependence upon the efforts of others. Education that expands capability to contribute toward the common good is appreciated.
We are committed to growing our economy in a way that benefits the greatest portion of our residents.	Raising the job opportunities through expanded educational training in order to expand the income opportunities of our residents and provide skilled labor to incoming higher wage employers is an important long term strategy that is generally agreed upon for our future growth. As many benefit we all benefit.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better coordination of our political influence in the state Legislature	We have a very disjointed approach to the State Legislature which results in over emphasis of government in our local economy. We need to coordinate our business level legislation effort in order to move our economic base more away from government and toward private enterprise expansion.
The situation with our border is critical to reducing crime and removing a major cause of much local expense for law enforcement.	The border is causing a huge problem for this area through the importation of criminal activity both in people transfers and drug activity. It is giving the region a bad reputation and will be a problem when the economy recovers due to lack of needed labor. We need a guest worker program and a way to separate the legal residents/guest workers from the illegal entrants so that we remove the incentive for illegal entry because it will not be possible to get a job without proper document ion only obtainable through legal entry.
Redo our tax system to change the support for education and bring more of the unincorporated urban area into an incorporated area in order to improve our share of State tax revenue.	Pima county should not be in the business of providing urban services. Our schools should not be funded by State Land sales. Both systems work against our current economic base.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Ina/Oracle 85718 // Years here: 34 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 223. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The weather	I'm original from a colder climate. Love the weather here.
Activities available in close proximity	Things to do and see as well as shopping are all within a short drive.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Reform City Government	We need a Strong Mayor system where the Mayor has Veto authority over the city council and is solely responsible for the management of city agencies.
More highways that ring the city	Traffic will continue to be an issue. Tucson needs a beltway and a cross town expressway.
Become more business friendly	The anti-growth mentality of local government is hurting the community in both the long and short term. We must embrace growth while managing it effectively.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Valencia and Houghton 85747 // Years here: 8 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 224. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diversity	Lots of choices in food, retail, arts and culture


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public Transit	Hard to get around Tucson without driving. Would be nice to have easier ways to traverse downtown. Especially during lunchtime hours and at night (drinking).


Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Stone and Speedway 85705 // Years here: 1 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 225. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Mountain views	Bec. I grew up near mountains and hills (Switzerland, Bolivia, upstate NY) and then lived in areas with mountains (Honduras, Mexico)
Parks	I have children and a dog and we like to go for walks and bike rides to parks
Clean air	Health reasons; would not want to live in smoggy area; am worried though about growth and what this will do to Tucson's air quality
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Lower water use--disallow green grass in front of buildings	Want to increase sustainability of our city into the future; study water issues
Build up rather than out to control sprawl	I want to ensure that there will be green space in the future and to preserve water and land resources
Build more sidewalks and bike paths	To encourage a healthy city physical fitness wise, safety wise and environment wise (discourage car use)
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Years here: 5 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 226. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
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What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011
Survey: 227. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
U of A	Diversity & quality of ideas


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Downtown	I want an interesting, eclectic focal point destination.


Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Speedway/Campbell 85719 // Years here: 43 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 228. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The small town feel	Although Tucson is a large city, the locally owned businesses, bicycle friendly streets, and University campus keep things central and give the entire city a good vibe
University of Arizona	Excellent school, lots of research areas of interest and good public education campaigns
Climate	Typically mild and lots of sunshine weather makes this area a pleasant place to live
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011
Survey: 229. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sunshine	Sunshine makes me happy
Desert	I like the dryness of the desert and the types of plants that are in it

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011
Survey: 230. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
It is, comparatively speaking, a small community.	I remember Tucson in 1973. I remember perimeters being Wilmot to the east; Orange Grove to the north. Traffic was virtually non-existent. There was lots of open space, cohesiveness to neighborhoods. Growth destroys intimacy...let's limit growth!
The weather.	My Mom has arthritis. This weather is kinder to her condition. None of us have to shovel snow.
The people.	Having lived in New York City and Washington, D.C. with their hustle, bustle and rudeness, I appreciate that people smile and behave in a more kindly manner.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Roads.	I bought my car in Chandler. The roads there are as smooth as glass. On Tucson roads, my car shimmies and shakes as though it was an old car. Don't get me started on the potholes.
I would not allow one more speck of the desert to disappear to development.	I am a devout believer and proponent of the Sonoran Desert Conservation Plan.
Build a light rail system.	Having lived in DC, I learned the value and convenience of public transportation. How wonderful it would be to, at minimum, have an east/west and north/south light rail system. Kolb to Silverbell and Ina to 22nd.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Oracle and Ina. 85737 // Years here: 15 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 231. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The small town feel	I don't like big cities
Weather	I prefer sunshine to rain, warmth over coolness.
Variety of day trips that are possible	My wife and I like to take drives and photos.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic	Getting from the Eastside to the Northwest is too difficult and time consuming.
Stop the feel good projects	Too many feel good projects versus basic infrastructure maintenance like roads, signs and sidewalks. Rio Nuevo and this park they are putting in along Pantano are examples.
Politicians with brains	I have never in all my years heard of a politician that calls for a boycott of his own people.
Date of survey: Feb 04, 2011 // Home near: Golf Links and Pantano 85710 // Years here: 5 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 232. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I love the winters here. No snow and ice. No cold weather. 3 months of summer can be tough, but the other 9 months are fantastic.
Outdoor activities	I enjoy the hiking, mountains, parks and Sabino Canyon.
Community	There is a small community feel to our large city. I enjoy the cultural activities (gem show, ATC theater) and U of A sports (football, basketball and women's volleyball).
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Roads	We need several major limited access cross town highways. It is crazy trying to go across town and getting stopped by a stop light every 1/2 mile.
Transit	We need comprehensive bus service and/or a light rail or metro system. I live on the east side and work southeast. There is no public transit available.
Schools	Education is an investment, not an expense. I do not have kids in school, but feel that we are short changing the kids today. We will pay tomorrow.
Date of survey: Feb 05, 2011 // Home near: Tanque Verde and Houghton 85749 // Years here: 30 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 233. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Active community - many organizations, festivals, art shows, music venues, live entertainment, etc	Coming from a smaller town, I enjoy the diversity of activities Tucson has for people to learn and experience.
Proximity to wilderness	I love getting out of town and here it doesn't take an hour's drive

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public transportation	I would love to exist without a car in Tucson due to the size and sprawl of the city and it's current public transportation, this is not possible.
Actually revitalized downtown
A comprehensive community calendar of activities and events	I find for some reason that many events in Tucson are "underground" - it would be nice to have the various calendars and compilations of things to do in one online location
Date of survey: Feb 05, 2011 // Home near: Campell and 6th Street 85719 // Years here: 2 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 234. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town like quality	Small town quality usually means,concerned citizens,community involvement in city government,neighborhoods and schools.
City,neighborhood and citizen sponsored activities	Events available to the general public at no cost or at a low cost.
No street lights in the neighborhoods or very few	I believe it enhances the ambiance of the neighborhoods.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 05, 2011
Survey: 235. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
It is a big city but is like a small town	Driving is easier in a small town. I grew up in Sierra Vista and like Tucson for the variety of options available for entertainment and education.
The weather	I like the mild winters. The summers are hot but I am used the those days.
Sun Tran Bus Service	I take the bus and the variety of routes makes me more independent.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Rio Nuevo	It has been a waste of money.
Social Services	There are many homeless and low income people in Tucson
More bus service	Buy small buses or vans to transport small numbers of people but don't cut the routes
Date of survey: Feb 05, 2011 // Home near: grant and alvernon 85716 // Years here: 30 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 236. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Winters	Sunny, fresh air, mild temp
Culture	Native American culture
Gem show	Big event means shopping
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Inner-city freeways	Takes too long to get to across town with all the traffic lights!
Blend all the communities together to support each other economically	The retirement communities are so segregated from Tucson itself. Merchants in Tucson itself suffer when the snowbirds leave whereas the retirement community is thriving in its own little world.
Fortune 500 companies should look into Tucson	To improve the economy of Tucson
Date of survey: Feb 05, 2011 // Years here: 2 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 237. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Wide array of community events (Tucson meet yourself, charity sporting events, etc.)	A chance to meet others with the same interests
The beautiful nature hiking paths, bike paths, mountains, canyons	I enjoy personal fitness and the fact that I can be active both indoors and outdoors
It has a small town feel, a lot of community involvement in important issues	The ability to make a difference in the lives of those close to me on important issues and meet others who can make positive changes
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
School resources need improvement/assistance	My son is in middle school and some of the activities such as physical education have been reduced and the library has outdated materials, these are both subject of great importance to his personal development
Parks and recreation facilities	In times of economic hardship it would be nice to know my loved ones can at least enjoy time at the park without worry of harm by vagrants or illegal activities
Youth organizations	I would like for my son/young relatives to be able to join some type of youth group that offers programs specific to their interest as a way of keeping them away from less than productive activities
Date of survey: Feb 06, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Kolb 85710 // Years here: 30 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 238. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Hiking & Outdoors	I have a lot of good memories hiking in all the surrounding mountains.
OP Lions Rugby	I played with them for a number of seasons.
Weather	I enjoy the dray air.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public Transportation	You can not get around Tucson easily, and trying to go to the north or eastern part takes longer than going from Washington to Baltimore
Finish Rio Nuevo	A project like this should have been completed by now. The only answer is corruption or drastic mismanagement.
Utilize the sun and heat for energy.	No need to waste this resource.
Date of survey: Feb 06, 2011 // Home near: speedway and country club 85716 // Years here: 5 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 239. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate	I like the warm weather and sunshine--great for a good mood.
Physical Geography	Wonderful hiking, biking, and aesthetically beautiful area. I'm an outdoor exercise lover.
Politically & socially liberal leaning	I appreciate that people here are more tolerant than in other areas in the state, and that there is more community giving and caring for people who need a leg up. Also the University offers cultural offerings and there is LOTS in the way of theater. Not quite the "Kennedy country" I'm transplanted from, but not Phoenix either (thankfully).
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Clean up the central area	The strips along Speedway, Grant, Broadway with all the weeds could so easily be spruced up. Plant some trees, CUT The WEEDS!!! Actually, just cutting the weeds along the roadsides would be a vast improvement. Mountain Avenue and Sunrise could be used as examples.
Forget about the back-in parking	What a nightmare! And very easy to solve--get rid of it! (Whoever thought it would be safer for pedestrians and bicycles must be an incredible salesman!)
More cosmopolitan night life (in concentrated area)	Downtown makes perfect sense for this. Cafe Poca Cosa sure did its part--inside you would think you're in a different city. How about if this were an area of choices--NICE nightclubs with live music: I mean we've got many dives, (Rialto, The Mint, The Hut, Club Congress, the Boondocks--shall I go on????) but not much else...
Date of survey: Feb 06, 2011 // Home near: Grant/Campbell 85719 // Years here: 33 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 240. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
I like the areas of Tucson that are still desert	I love animals and nature and would like to preserve as much desert as possible
I cant think of anything else i like about Tucson

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Keep more desert build less buildings	Tucson is losing its natural desert beauty we have way to many houses,apartments and business buildings up and are still being built. Desert gets destroyed every time something new gets built
Step up law enforcement on illegal immigrants	Tucson is turning in to Mexico you can barely speak English anymore

Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: harrison 85730 // Years here: 37 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 241. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
It is a friendly town	When we arrived 3 years ago, everybody said: "How can I help?" We must not loose that.
Our wonderful changing weather	Rain in the winter (most years) and summer; lovely spring and fall.
Recreation opportunities abound close to town	Many diversified things to do and places to go that make an easy day excursion.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Gun laws!	It is totally stupid that this state still thinks we are in the wild west. We may be the last to statehood in the lower 48, but that does not mean that we must continue to be uncivilized.
Downtown	I know there is activity (and I love Michael Keith), but there should be more. I lived through the rebirth of San Jose, California, so I know what is possible.
Investment $$$ for entrepreneurial development	There in lots of emerging technology here, but VERY little money to help drive it to commercialization. Again, I know there is activity, but there needs to be more.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Slverbell and Camino del Cerro 85745 // Years here: 3 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 242. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Can enjoy outdoors activities year round
Cultural diversity	Differing points of view, entertainment venues, restaurants, you name it
Affordability	Cost of living here is great!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The downtown area	People want a gathering point they can be proud of.
Convention center hotel	Ability to attract more people to our area
Light rail transportation	Ease of movement for many people and unclog crowded main streets.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Swan and River 85718 // Years here: 28 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 243. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The strong arts community	I think a community of artwork is important in developing a sense of solidarity within a town
The desert environment	I love the desert and find it beautiful
Being on the borderlands	Though we face a lot of problems, an upside is the blending of cultures.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improve water conservation policies	I especially think it is important to keep in mind the more spread out areas outside of city limits where there is less of a culture of water conservation. I grew up in the foothills where I saw a lot of extremely extravagant use of water and I always wished there was some way to curb that.
Street condition/drainage	The flooding in the streets when it rains is dangerous and a waste of water that could be collected and put to better use, and better roads would mean safer conditions for those who have to drive a lot.
Better public transportation	I dislike driving but often the bus doesn't come frequently enough to the places I need to go.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: River and Campbell 85718 // Years here: 19 // Born in the: 90s
Survey: 244. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Character	Tucson is unique, it has a sense of community, even though growing so big, still a "small town", it is not completely overshadowed by endless strip malls, like Phoenix and most other western cities, - YET. I like the cultural diversity in Tucson.
Mountains and surrounding open space	Preservation of open space, riparian corridors, and the mountains/desert provide recreational opportunities - particularly birding. And many active recreational choices as well, cycling, hiking etc.
Winter weather	Tucson winters are the best. Summer not.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better urban planning	Tucson currently has all disadvantages of a large metro area and not many advantages. Leaders better get it together and attract more invest $ to make the urban area more livable. More parks, green spaces, and walkable neighborhoods
Better transportation & better education	Traffic is a major issue, more $ needs to be put into limited access roadways and mass transit so people don't spend all their time commuting!!! and if the education system doesn't improve we are not going to have a city worth anything
More infill development	Stop sprawling development - really part of #1 - make the urban core and central Tucson more livable with real neighborhoods that you don't need a car on the weekends if you don't want to drive, walkable neighborhoods with retail, food etc.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Broadway/Alvernon 85711 // Years here: 50 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 245. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Cannot live in cold weather.
Beautiful outdoors	We hike, ride quads and generally love being outdoors.
Family & people	Entire immediate family lives here. Most people are friendly.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Clean up all the garbage along the freeways and streets	As we travel across the country, it is so obvious when you enter or leave the Arizona state lines. We have the dirtiest freeways and county roads of any state.
Clean up the filthy air by maintaining dirt roads.	I live down 3 miles of dirt road that is not maintained by the county. It was okay 17 years ago when only 3 homes were there. Now there are many more dirt roads and many, many more people living out there. If the county is going to allow these people to have permits and collect taxes, it should be mandatory to maintain the roads. Our road is almost impossible to drive and our property taxes quadrupled in one year with no benefits.
City and County governments need to get things done.	My grandchildren are growing up here. Step back and look at the big picture. Our education system is worse, gangs are rampant, air quality is disgusting. Set priorities and do something about it.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Sandario & Emigh 85743 // Years here: 49 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 246. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate	From Midwest
College Town	Brought up in similar town
Quality of life	Oro Valley- good place to raise kids
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Too political	County carrying too much regulatory obligations City is dysfunctional
Not enough economic diversity	Weak level of private sector employment opportunities-
Opportunities for college educated graduates to stay in Tucson	U of A philosophy does not encourage entrepreneurial mindset--too liberal
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: La Canada & Tangerine 85737 // Years here: 30 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 247. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
People	Tucsonans are very caring and come together when some thing bad happens. EX. Giffords incident.
Cost of living	Reasonable. You used to get more for your dollar here but under the circumstances due to the economy Ex. the cost of home values have gone down. hopefully that will change
Weather	Great weather, beautiful mountains, clean air
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Business friendly	I am in sales, and have clients that cannot get their businesses open because sometimes we are not business friendly. Too many restrictions and take too long to process.
Streets	I hate commuting around Tucson, it takes too long to get from one side of town to the other with out freeways.
Waste	Too much waste within the city and county systems. It seems like people don't like and care about their jobs, and pass the buck.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Craycroft 85711 // Years here: 57 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 248. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Nice little mountain town	Tucson is small in comparison to other cities in North American, but I like it this way; Metropolitan areas make me ill.
Everything is in reach	I don't have to drive 40 miles for a specific supply/specialty, restaurant, etc.
Conveniences	Tucson has an adequate amount of firearm and liquor stores.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The "ghettos"	1. Clean up the town, and I'm not specifically speaking about the south side. The dregs of society need to be cleansed.
Illegal Mexicans	These vermin taint our beloved society like boll weevils in pancake mix. They breed faster than rats, fail (refuse) to learn English, and work tax-free. (Some even steal Mexican-Americans' identities - that's a no-no)
Traffic Lights	Some traffic lights still don't have a left green arrow...what's up with that?! Why don't we spend funds on this instead of those ridiculous traffic cameras?
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Fort Lowell / Tucson 85719 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 249. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Community feel	Tucson is a large city but still retains the small community values: neighborhood projects, farmer's markets, strong culture across the city which influences daily life, parks.
Natural beauty	The mountain and desert areas are amazingly beautiful and something that sets Tucson apart from other Southern Az cities is that it embraces the natural landscape instead of plowing over it to make room for "cookie cutter" developments.
Encourages athleticism/outdoor activities	Tucson is very bike and runner-friendly with several roads having designated bike lanes and numerous outdoor events throughout the year. This really encourages community members to get outside and meet each other in a healthy way.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public transportation	There is NO efficient means of public transportation around Tucson, even in the central or heavily populated parts of the city. The bus system is time consuming and not a viable option for most people. I could see Tucson being a city that would embrace an effective means of transportation and it would help ease the vehicle congestion on our streets.
Downtown	There are so many opportunities to enhance the downtown area that I do not feel are being fully utilized. Numerous artisans, business, and cultural avenues are housed downtown but closed during the weekend and/or evening hours. Revitalization projects have been discussed at length but there does not seem to be any clear plan.
Community centers	This is a growing need that is barely being met in some neighborhoods. I work in social services and there are several low-income neighborhoods which could greatly benefit from a community center or newer development in their areas. There should be incentives to build up run down areas rather than continuously pushing outwards, creating a larger doughnut effect.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Speedway @ Silverbell 85745 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 250. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town atmosphere in a large town setting	Knowing people around town
Climate	Chance for activities outside
Cultural diversity	Food, fiestas, fun
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011
Survey: 251. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Outdoors	Hiking
University of Arizona	Intellectual stimulation
Can't think of anything else	There is not that much good about Tucson
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Contract it by 30 miles in each direction	And stack up the people downtown
Burn it down?

Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: speedway & stone 85705 // Years here: 26 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 252. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Beautiful landscape, clean and fresh atmosphere	It's wonderful to live in a beautiful place and take in the mountains and the sunsets. It gives a person a sense of calm.
Beautiful weather	It's so nice to have nice weather and not be cold and have to shovel snow. It's easier on people.
Wonderful, friendly people	Having people around that are so friendly and helpful is a blessing.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better drainage for the Monsoons	It's amazing that an area with Monsoons has inadequate drainage, causing flooding, especially in the downtown area.
Improve and beautify Downtown	Making downtown brighter and cleaner would bring more visitors and help tourism.
More malls and shopping areas	You should be able to shop in Tucson and not have to go to Phoenix.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Oracle and Saddlebrooke Blvd. 85739 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 253. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Hometown feel	I grew up in Tucson but after college lived all over the US. This is now my permanent home and I am proud to be back with the people I love. Big city with small town feel.
Culture	I love that we have such a diverse culture. From the rodeo to the Hispanic flavor of Tucson, it is unique in it's own way.
Social services	I work in the social service field. We are able to offer so many services to so many people. It makes Tucson a town that cares.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Development	I have seen that changes over the years, and am not happy with the desert being striped away. Too much infill.
Roads	Tucson has always been a day late and a dollar short when it comes to roads and transportation. The same issues have been going on for years!!! and no results.
Industry	As much as I love the social service feel, we do need to attract some other industry. We are right on the I-10 corridor and should make better use of it - ie. manufacturing and shipping
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Alvernon/Broadway 85716 // Years here: 22 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 254. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I love the dry and hot climate and it is one of the main reason I stayed here.
Cheap	I like that it is relatively cheap to live here.
Outdoor	I love going hiking around different trails here.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Nightlife	There isn't good venues for a good nightlife here.
Transportation	There aren't many connected highways like Phoenix.
Events/Concerts	Tucson does not attract too many big concerts or events.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: speedway and harrison 85748 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 255. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tucson is still a "home town" community	I grew up here. Like to feel like I'm not living a big city with no personality, like Phoenix.
Culture	Tucson has a unique culture. I enjoy the ethnic values that we have, ie Hispanic, Indian.
Mountains	Couldn't imagine a prettier place to live...have traveled all over the world and Tucson is still the best place to live.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
We desperately need to revitalize the downtown	As a child, when downtown was the place to go shopping, to the movies (The Fox Tucson); it was "the"place in Tucson. It had an identity. We don't have that anymore.
Traffic	We need to invest in widening the roads. The RTA was supposed to provide that but now it seems it is politics as usual and nothing will happen fast. Roads will be obsolete before they are built, the way things are moving forward at a snails pace.
Focus on the local businesses, not out of state businesses.	I know that we need to bring in economic development, but it seems in the consulting industry at least, the out of state, national firms get preferential treatment as opposed to the local, Tucson based firms who have been here supporting the community through the bad times as well as the good times. The National firms roll in and out with the times.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011
Survey: 256. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I hate too much snow
Diversity of the people	I don't like sameness in culture as you see in some Cities in the Midwest.
Employment	I have a stable job.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More transit options	The bus system is great, but I would like to see a high speed rail that would get you around more quickly. I can't always use the bus system because I don't have the time.


Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 257. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The beautiful views	I have adopted the mountains, desert flora and fauna, and sunny days as my own, as part of me and part of my well being.
The Mexican and Spanish architecture	The Mexican and Spanish design fit in with the natural landscape and even complement the beauty that surrounds us.
The colorful history of the Old Pueblo	From where we came has much to do with where we are going. The history of Tucson and its people tells us very much about ourselves and how we became who we are.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Develop some kind east-west rapid transit system	The stop and go traffic of Grant Road, Speedway Blvd., 22nd St., etc. creates tons and tons of pollutants, not to mention spewing asbestos from brake linings, into the air. An expanded route for a parkway or mini freeway would do much to clean up Tucson's air and get much of the gridlock off surface streets.
Adopt non-partisan, ward only city council seats	Leadership at the city level leaves a lot to be desired, and much of the failure of city government, I think, can be laid at the feet of a failed city council of bush-league partisan politicians. Perhaps a non-partisan group would be less interested in coming to the aid of their party and more determined to make Tucson a better place. Ward only elections would give better representation than the citywide format.
Expand city boundaries, ire. promote annexation	The region throws away $60 million to $80 million annually of state sales tax revenues because some 200,000 area resident live in unincorporated areas. Let's get those folks into Tucson, Oro Valley, Sahuarita or Marana so we can get our share of the funds.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Years here: 51 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 258. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I love the sunshine
Small city feel	Has a friendly feel of a town with all the amenities of a city
Clean air	Southern California has better weather, but, really bad air
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Create more business friendly atmosphere	The university is a good draw. Incentives must attract new business and enhance existing businesses.
Small-minded politicians	City council needs to have a big picture of what is beneficial for the city not just WIIFM. (What's in it for me?)
Improved downtown attractions	Phoenix has done a good job with the sports arenas attracting business to the city center
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Grant & Swan 85716 // Years here: 30 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 259. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Lived in cold climates for many years
Natural beauty and resources	The Sonoran desert is a remarkable ecosystem with incredible wildlife, birds, and insects.
Offerings thru the U of A	Although Tucson is a relatively small urban area, the offerings of music, the arts, and community activities are remarkably diverse.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Infrastructure	We are a large metropolitan area, but refuse to provide the infrastructure necessary to improve the quality of life for its inhabitants.


Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Naranja and La Canada Drive 85737 // Years here: 11 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 260. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Geographic setting	Openness of the mountains and the sky, proximity to outdoors
Relaxed, neighborhood lifestyle	Live in a neighborhood, shop near home, do most things in tight circle, has a small town feel in a big place
Able to leave and get to totally different places quickly	Travel often to Bisbee and to northern Arizona - pretty quick trip and somewhere totally different
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
No real community evident	Don't seem to be any particular community goals - downtown is a chimera and of interest to limited folks, otherwise citizen's interests seem limited
Car-centered nature of community	It is tough to get around except in a car - I don't mind the bus and have ridden over the years, but not easily done for a working person, no other really desirable mode for more than a couple miles travel
Being part of the state of Arizona and Phoenix	The legislature is terrible and has no vision for the state - we are an embarrassment nationally
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Grant/Swan 85712 // Years here: 34 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 261. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather and landscape	I feel comfortable in spacious geographic environments.
Progressive attitude toward health	I am interested in health, wellness, and physical fitness.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More diverse job opportunities	I'd like to move out of my current career
Higher wages	I'd like to make higher wages.

Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Years here: 17 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 262. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate and physical beauty	Beauty and favorable climate allow people to live at an optimal level
Diversity	People are social animals and need stimulation from various others to thrive and grow community
Cost of living	Everyone wants to make their personal resources to maximum effect
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Lack of effort to get along with others	Refusal to cooperate, short-sightedness, ignorance inhibit the formation and effectiveness of community
Control of daily life by conservative power blocs	Conservative values (selfishness, competition, winner-take-all, anti-government) destroy any possibility of a thriving, satisfying community life
Make local government responsive to citizenry	Government's sole function (including security and safety) is to solve problems; neither council nor civil service seem to understand that
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: broadway/houghton 85748 // Years here: 15 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 263. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Southwestern culture	Access to amazing Mexico Relationship to native people - Tohono O'odham, Yaqui,, Navajo, Hopi
Sane place to raise children	Easy access to the outdoors Lot of activities, sports, etc - Few big city problems - drugs, alcohol, etc. Access to University of Arizona
Climate & geography	Desert and mountain variety Year round outdoor activities - cycling, running, etc.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Decisive and intelligent leadership	Decision-making process that yields results
Protection of in-town neighborhoods	In-town streets are not freeways for those who choose to live in suburbs/County Respect those that choose to live in-town Improve in-town schools so families do not make location choices based on schools
Reduce reliance on automobiles	Provide transportation alternatives - modern street car, bike lanes, etc. Best approach: plan for a city that relies less on cars
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Broadway & Alvernon 85716 // Years here: 39 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 264. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate	Outdoor activities nearly year-round. Inverting the equation on traveling -- people enjoy visiting me nearer to the winter and I enjoy visiting them in the summer when their weather is usually better.
Sense of community	I like when I go out I usually have a good chance of seeing people I know.
Abundance of natural attractions in close proximity	I enjoy being able to go for a hike at a moment's notice just a few minutes away from my house.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better running trails facilitating public gathering.	Many cities have nice running trails through public parks. We have the Rillito which is decent, but the only other option that people commonly use is running around Reid Park, which is basically the sidewalk.
Vibrant downtown nightlife.	Obviously this is being worked on with linking downtown to the University. I think there is a lot to be said for the cohesiveness of the nightlife. Probably one thing that makes Austin so popular with young people is that people can converge in one area and it feels like a party all the time.
Development of a gayborhood	As a gay man, this is a somewhat self-centered request, but something I enjoy most about visiting other cities that Tucson doesn't have any in any way whatsoever is a gay neighborhood. Right now the few restaurants / bars/ etc are very spread out and so none of them can get any momentum to attract more businesses to the area. I suspect if you looked into 'gayborhoods' in comparable cities you would find them to be vibrant economic centers.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Kolb & Sunrise 85750 // Years here: 3 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 265. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small community	I see people I know wherever I go and I feel a part of it.
The desert	I love the landscape and the mountains around us
The U of A	I enjoy being able to go to arts, sporting events and other university sponsored or hosted activities.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improve downtown development	I work and frequent downtown. It would be nice if it was more developed and family friendly.
Growth	The perimeter of Tucson should be kept natural and infill within the existing limits would allow growth without further destruction of the landscape.

Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Ina/Thornydale 85742 // Years here: 34 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 266. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I love to spend time outside and the weather allows for that most of the year
Small feel as a community	I have been in Tucson since 1975, and even though it has grown it still feels like a small connected community
Great things to do outside	The beauty of the region and the diversity of the community
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	Quality educational system including elementary - University. Quality education enhances the community's ability to recruit good companies to want to live and work here.
Economic development	Recruitment of quality companies to re-locate to build a diverse economic engine for Southern Az
Local leadership	We need to strengthen local leadership to take risks and think for the long-term not just their re-election. We study things to death and never seem to take proactive action steps to improve our community
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Sabino/Tanque Verde 85715 // Years here: 35 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 267. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education system	As a native Tucsonan I was able to continue my education and become the first Ph. D D. in my family.
Cultural and biotic diversity	I've learned more about myself and my place in nature by being surrounded by constant reminders of how diverse human and biotic communities are, and experiencing how these communities coexist in a challenging environment.
Family and Friends	I've been able to be of support and receive support when I needed it to grow and develop.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sustainable economy	Working in this local economy has always been tough, and with the trends in climate, water, petroleum and food costs we must become very innovative to continue to work and live here. We must work to invest in ourselves, keep our investments in Tucson, and be wise about who we invite to invest in us from the outside. Mining is the wrong long-term model; cultural tourism and center for innovation is right.
Keep quality education affordable	The defunding of education by the State threatens to put higher education out of reach to those who need it most. K-12 education needs to innovate away from high-cost infrastructure and put more focus on applied learning that results in employment and the ability to support a family.
Widespread Racism	We need to lead the country in framing immigration law that addresses systemic reasons for the lack of employment in Mexico, and criminal/corporate corruption on both sides of the border. We must practice valuing the differences that mix here, so we can innovate out of the box we currently play our politics in.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Stone and Limberlost Dr. 85705 // Years here: 59 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 268. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diversity of people and community.	I enjoy the various activities available because of the diverse background of the people.
Small town attitude of people and community	It feels like a small town, friendly etc...
Mountains	Beautiful views. I can see snow but don't have to touch it.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More democrats and less republicans	I dislike the conservativeness of the community
Politicians we can respect and trust	Tucson and AZ are know for our "bad" politicians.
Heat	Can't take the heat as I get older
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011
Survey: 269. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Gem show	I love going to the Gem show in order to supply my jewelry making interests.
Cacti flowering	Love taking photos

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transit System	Routes need to be redrawn. Buses need to be every few minutes, so wait times between buses and transfers is greatly reduced. This will draw more ridership. Presently most ride only as long as it takes to get their licenses back, or to to afford a car. Schedules need to be extended, so accommodate shift workers and people seeking a night life, and who don't want to drive home. The buses are a huge inconvenience, not an asset to urban life.
Guns and Safety	By removing restrictions to gun ownership and where guns can be carried into, Tucson fosters a sense of vigilantism and creates opportunities for mentally impaired people to act out their sick fantasies. More Safety please.

Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Pantano 85710 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 270. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
People	People are friendly and inclusive of others.
Activities	There are many choices in this community which are quite diverse.
Weather	It is pleasant and sunny most of the year.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better road system.	It would be easier to move around the community in a timely fashion.
Better parking.	It would make activities more of a pleasure to attend.
More activities in the downtown area.	It would help our city flourish in that specific area of the community.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Years here: 50
Survey: 271. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Access to cultural events	I'm accustomed to life in a larger city than Tucson. For it's size, Tucson has a good selection and quality of cultural activities and events, i.e., theater, music, films, discussion groups. Some of these are endangered, for example, the University by the State's short sightedness on supporting education and cultural activities that attract business with higher paying salaries.
Climate	With the exception of July and August, the climate here is about as good as it gets. And it gives us an opportunity to spend a couple of months in Santa Barbara, a close second as a place to live.
Multiculturalism	I'm glad to live where there are other languages spoken regularly.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Primary and secondary education	In the global economy our failure to compete in mathematics, science and reading and writing skills are forcing us into a McDonald's society. I've lived in the Boston and North Carolina Triangle where good schools and Universities provided employment opportunities other than building houses and tending lawns.
The form of City Government	I used to be a supporter of City Manager government. Tucson as proven to me it doesn't work. There's no one responsible for the final outcomes. The M & C blames it on the City Manager and the City Manager blames it on the M & C. Elect a full time Mayor and City Council, pay them a competitive salary and elect someone else if they don't perform.
Merge the City and County	This is one community and the present system encourages elitism and failure to share responsibilities and costs on a fair basis. Toronto, Canada, is an excellent example of multi-community place that became one political unit to the greater benefit of the city and the suburbs.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Broadway & Country Club 85716 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 272. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Lots of sunshine
Emphasis on healthy living	Educational opportunities to help one maximize their health and maintain a healthy lifestyle
Diverse cultures	Ability to meet individuals/families from many different parts of the country
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Merge the city and the county governments	Would help to eliminate turf issues, focus on serving all of the residents of Pima Co., economies of scale, minimize duplication of efforts and services, enhance communication to improve programs, services and benefits all, etc.
Have community leaders focus on serving the interests of its residents, particularly those that live here year around	Community Leaders would be best served by focusing their efforts are making information available to residents and making decisions that are not self serving, but all serving!
Improve roads throughout Pima County	Transportation is too time consuming, not wide enough streets to accommodate more than one lane each way, roads are in deplorable condition causing unnecessary wear and tear on cars, creating safety hazards and generally a tremendous source of embarrassment!
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Kolb and Sunrise Dr. 85750 // Years here: 12 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 273. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Family home	My family lives here and has for 60 + years
Small community	It is a City/ County of 1 Million but it feels like a smaller community
Weather	Always great
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Jobs	There is not much to keep my teens here after they grad from College, more higher paying jobs.
Leadership	We have lousy leadership, local & County. We need more focus on our Core services and let the extras be picked up by the Community or Faith services
Taxes	We have the highest property taxes ion the State, and bad roads, crime and schools.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: tanque verde / Houghton 85749 // Years here: 52 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 274. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The natural beauty of the high Sonoran desert.	The mountains, the blue sky, the hiking trails all combine to make this desert oasis truly unique.
The University of Arizona	The U of A plays a key role in education, jobs creation, culture, entertainment and hope.
Our unique history and culture.	Our history with the wild west, Mexico, the Tohono O'odham nation combine to make a unique cultural diversity.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Metro Government	The lack of a vision for the betterment of Tucson has led to partisan bickering and pandering to different groups. We need leaders to develop a vision and then do it. A Metro government would reduce administrative overlap and bureaucracy.
Develop a thriving downtown	Downtown in many cities is the heart and soul of the city. Tucson has squandered many opportunities and seems mired in squabbling.
Work with the U of A to develop new businesses and companies.	Lets encourage university professors to create businesses. Support them with business training and capital. Without a broader based economy I fear we are doomed to low paying jobs.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Campbell and Skyline 85718 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 275. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The people	There is a great community of diverse people that are passionate about their heritage, proud of their community, and are very caring.
The weather	I wear shorts in December. 'Nuff said.
The food	Food is something you must do daily and Tucson excels at giving great, affordable options. There are hundreds of fantastic and undiscovered gems here. I love finding them.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The transit system.	The roads are a mess and traveling is slow. Public transportation is ok, but a trip that takes me 25 minutes in my car takes almost 2 hours on a bus. This makes riding the bus a very poor option when a busy day is planned.
More/better equipped parks and city sports leagues	Exercise can only become a part of someone's life if it is fun for them. There are a handful of excellent parks with many fun choices, but I feel that more would be better.
Exposure to art	I would love to see more pride and creativity in new architecture, more murals, public music, and any other ways which people can express themselves. This leads to more respect for other cultures and pride in the city itself.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Glenn and Tucson 85716 // Years here: 28 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 276. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Outdoor life	I enjoy hiking and camping. Tucson is a good place for this.
Close community	Neighbors are friendly and the residents are united in times of crisis.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	The education in az is the poorest in the country. we need to improve our schools in order to give our children a brighter future.
City cleanliness	Many neighborhoods and streets are dirty. there is trash everywhere. it not only looks ugly but it is not good for the environment.

Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: valencia and camino de la tierra 85746 // Years here: 5 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 277. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Outdoor recreational areas like Sabino Canyon, Mt. Lemmon, Sahuaro Nat'l Monument	Having the ability to exercise in the outdoors without concern about weather on most days is important to my health and mental well-being.
Arts/entertainment offerings	I like the diversity of art/culture/entertainment options that Tucson offers: UA Presents, AZ Theatre Company, Tucson Museum of Art, Desert Museum, etc.
Cultural diversity	I enjoy our proximity to Mexico and the Hispanic influences around us.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic	We need better cross-town traffic options so streets are not so congested.
Beautification	Continue to beautify our streets - like projects which have improved the look of streets like First Avenue, Sunrise, etc.
Airline schedules	Increase availability of direct flights out of Tucson to major cities.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Kold/Sunrise 85750 // Years here: 34 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 278. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
It is clean	It is important for a city to be clean in order for people to live in it.
The roads are straightforward/easy to find	Places are easy to find, making it easy to navigate.
Nice people	A friendly community is important for people to get along.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Have more trees/grass	It is important for Tucson to be a green city. It's easier for people to enjoy the environment with more plants.
Make the community more close knit	Having a closer knit community could get people to be more involved in activities.
Improve traffic	It's important to improve traffic conditions, like adding more left turn green lights, in order to reduce accidents.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 90s
Survey: 279. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The landscape	Most biodiversity in this region than any other region of US. Beautiful mountains, canyons, even creeks just a few miles from urban center
The people	Again, diversity is great. Vibrant Mexican and Native American cultures, plus wild west white people and storied African American community. Except for all the military/Border Patrol dickwads, everyone works together as a community for a better future.
The climate	3-4 months of hell may be worth the 8-9 months of wonderful weather!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Magically make summer 20 degrees cooler	This is of course impossible, but would make Tucson temps absolutely perfect year round!
Deport Border Patrol	Pinche migra terrorizes people, not just in South Tucson but in this whole region and beyond.
Downsize or eliminate Davis-Monthan AFB	I hate hearing those planes burning up all my tax money every day and attracting more buzz-cut morons to this town.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: First and Ft. Lowell 85719 // Years here: 5 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 280. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
THE ENVIRONMENT	I love the mild winters (until this one) and do not mind the heat. I love being able to see and visit the mountains and the desert.
The friendly people.	People smile and talk to you when you are shopping.
The services available to me.	The East Side Volunteers take me to my medical appointments and it makes life so much easier for me. I also like the volunteers at PCOA who help in many ways.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Have better transportation for elders and the handicapped	I am now and elder and am partially disabled. Being low income I cannot afford taxis. I do not go anyplace now except to medical appointments and grocery shopping because of a lack of transportation. I am cut off from festivals, artistic events, concerts, etc. because I can not get there. We need small SUV's for door-to-door transportation. The Sun Van is okay, but you have to wait too long if you don't know your exact departure time.
More outreach to Elders in their homes.	Living alone can be depressing for some and a visit from a friendly person would mean a lot. I don't mind living alone and am not lonely, but would still like more interaction with people who share my values.
Build a freeway to take some of the traffic off the roads.	Although I no longer drive I see how dangerous our streets have become since I first moved here. Something needs to be done before we have gridlock.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Speeday and Pantano 85710 // Years here: 57 // Born in the: 20s
Survey: 281. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Temperate area, to enjoy outdoor activities year round.
The university	The opportunity for classes, lectures, arts, theatre , dance, science,etc...the intellectual quality it brings to the city/region
Cultural/natural opportunities	Theatre, museums, music, lectures, hiking, desert museum, places to visit, explore.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public Education	The future is in our youth and legislature & retirees don't support quality education. I am not impressed with a lot of public educators I've associated with (UA is the exception). So many educators are more interested in their benefits than commitment to the youth. Most of the Legislators have not gone beyond high school and seem to think they've done just fine....such a selfish short sighted attitude!
Lack of real leadership in the community	The same things get discussed over and over and no progress is made. Too much money is spent on consultants..in corp world we particularly watch that line item...it is a black hole. How many more times do we have to hear of the AZ Hotel owner's ideas to line his pockets at taxpayer expense.
Incorporate the Foothills	Too much money is lost to the region because this area is not incorporated. These residents use city resources, they should be a part of the city of Tucson...tap into their experiences too.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: N. Swan & E. Ft. Lowell Rd 85712 // Years here: 8 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 282. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
A big town with a small feel, community connection.	Like know my neighbors, and friendly feeling of the town.
Weather	I don't like being cold.
Lot of things to do in the town.	Don't want to end up, sitting at home watching TV, in my elder years.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation could be improved.	Tucson needs a public rail system or subway, to meet the needs of all in the city, and reaching to suburbs.
Encourage more recycling in certain areas of town.	Should be taught in school more, so that kids, and adults, stop throwing trash on the streets, and in the parks.
More youth activities	To help prevent gangs.
Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Glenn and Campbell 85719 // Years here: 32 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 283. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The surrounding environment (mountains and desert), climate, and western history	These are the things that make me want to stay in Tucson. Unfortunately, the politics make me want to leave.


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Mobility	How can we have a million plus metro population and not have an efficient way to get from one side to the other
Politics	I think the local politics has to reduce involvement and let businesses be free to make their venture thrive. Neighborhoods and HOAs have taken the region hostage and are preventing a thriving community for their own personal preferences. NIMBY

Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: Silverbell and Cortaro 85743 // Years here: 16 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 284. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The ready availability of culture, nature, diversity.	I think this means that people can find themselves in the community....be whomever they choose
The University and its influence	I am a member---a proud member---of the university community.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
I would change the community mindset that focuses on what is wrong with Tucson, rather than capitalizing on what is right with it.	I feel that Tucson could be much better if it only recognized how fine it is. For example, if it could free itself of its negativity, it could develop programs for improving the lives of those who live in poverty. (I have specific ideas here.) It could make us feel better about ourselves and the wonderful place in which we live.
I would make Tucson the example community that it should be in how to be sustainable in a water deprived area.	Hey guys!!If we supported and then took advantage of scientific research in how arid areas can sustain themselves in the future, Tucson could become a world model.

Date of survey: Feb 07, 2011 // Home near: E. Fort Lowell and N Swan 85712 // Years here: 19 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 285. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
We still feel like a small, close knit community.	We have local restaurants, local stores, local artists, and lots of amazing cultural opportunities that are highly valued in our community. We have not lost our "soul" like so many larger cities.
We are surrounded by so many natural beautiful resources.	As part of the Sky Islands, and the Sonoran desert, we are situated in an extremely unique, amazing environment.
We embrace other cultures, especially our Mexican neighbors	Being situated so close to Mexico, we are uniquely positioned to be involved in developing creative solutions regarding how to resolve immigrant issues fairly, humanely and wisely.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Our education system	We are nearly last in almost every indicator regarding education: per pupil spending, teacher pay, class size, graduation rates, extra curricular activities, and the list goes on. A community without strong schools is doomed to failure. I have made huge sacrifices in my career choices in order to send my kids to private school, as the public school options are so insufficient.
Water conservation and solar energy production	We are rapidly depleting our aquifer and committing ourselves to an unsustainable future by allowing unmanageable growth. We need to capitalize on our natural solar resource by becoming the center of solar energy in the United States, as well as conserving our water through drastic measures such as required grey water systems, water harvesting and reduction of water use by entities such as golf courses and resorts.
Managed growth	Tucson, like so many other southwestern cities, is continually trying to balance the needs of growth with maintaining our landscape as a community. More infill is needed, and a much more concentrated development plan, without selling out to big developers.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: silverbell and El Camino Del Cerro 85745 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 286. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town feel	People are usually nicer and more flexible
The history of the area	It's part of my history, too.
The proximity of nature	I can get away and enjoy it without driving too far.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
We need a crosstown freeway.	It's too time consuming to go a distance that could be traversed more quickly.
Improve services for the poor and improve education funding	Personally important to me because if we don't take care of our most vulnerable - poor and children - we all suffer
Stop persecuting the undocumented	Most of them have been here for years, have children who have grown up here, and contribute to our community
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 5th and Alvernon 85716 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 287. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Our cactus forest	It marks the seasons, supports the tourism and wildlife I value, it is timeless and will outlast anything created by humans.
Our size and proximity to the natural world.	One cannot live by city alone. Access to the natural world is a rejuvenating pastime that gives strength and power to the effort to survive.
Our climate.	I don't like being cold.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation options	I do not like being dependent on a car or having children dependent on me to drive them everywhere when things are so far apart.
A good farmers market	It would be good for the region to have a strong local agricultural base. This region would not have been settled if not for that.
A strong secular community	Religion does not unite people, it divides them.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: silverbell and sweetwater 85745 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 288. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Community	People are warm, approachable and come together to support each other in times of crisis.
The natural beauty	It brings joy and delight every time I see a sun set, the mountains from various angles and locations throughout the region.
The potential	It feels as though we have the potential to develop this city into one of the most remarkable destination and living cities in the country. I hope that we do just that!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011
Survey: 289. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate	I like the dry warm climate that Tucson has to offer
The size of the city/metro area	I have lived in several areas of the country and this is the largest metro area. The size allows me to participate in a wide variety of entertainment events not available in smaller markets.
I like the southwest architecture	I enjoy the southwest style of architecture. It helps make Tucson unique in appearance and works well with our southwest climate.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More positive attitude and planning for growth	Tucson is going to grow and it would be best for our community to plan for this growth. This would include the entire region, because I feel there is little the City of Tucson can do without Pima County being on board also.
Incorporate all residential areas into the City or into existing or new metro area towns	Having so much residential in unincorporated areas has cost this region a lot of money, divides our resources and creates more layers of government. It also places Pima County into a roll of a city government instead of a county government. This has been very apparent in local transportation improvement efforts.
Traffic	Living in this area, we have all become accustomed to long commutes. We will only be increasing the costs by delaying the action required to improve transportation in our region, including mass transit (not considering buses as mass transit). Looking at ways to provide quicker, cleaner and less expensive ways to move people through the City and residential areas of Pima County should be a priority.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Silverbell and Speedway 8745 // Years here: 13 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 290. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Moved here from Alaska and while the summers are hot, the winters are wonderful. Proximity to good hiking and outdoor activities, even snow, make Tucson an excellent place to live, play and enjoy life.
Community size	We are not Phoenix and don't need to try to be. Yet, we do need infrastructure (roads and utilities) to support our current population and yes, future growth.
Education/Employment Opportunities	U of A and other higher education organizations provide for both post secondary and adult learning opportunities. This has resulting in an excellent job base with the U of A & their Tech Park, Oro Valley Bio-Tech and Raytheon/defense based contractors. We need to attract and maintain more high-end jobs.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Bicycle/Pedestrian trail system	I'd love to be able to bike from the northwest to downtown without getting on a local street or I-10 frontage road. NPRR has the alignment, can't we get a 12' ribbon of pavement in there to help get us around?
Jurisdictional Cooperation	We have six jurisdictions that comprise greater Tucson and each has their own codes, funding, services, on and on and on... In Anchorage, AK the city and borough combined into one municipality - what a joy, only one set of codes, one building permit process over one very large area.
Non-Partisan Local Politics	Why do party politics have to play such a strong role in local/city/town politics. Let the state and federal governments run on a party ticket and keep local government clean.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Ina/Thorneydale 85741 // Years here: 8 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 291. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
We are a sovereign state and don't need ICLEI telling us what to think and do.	ICLEI and IGT are dangerous and designed to take away the freedoms and rights of the people.
We are a sovereign state and don't need ICLEI telling us what to think and do.	ICLEI and IGT are dangerous and designed to take away the freedoms and rights of the people.
We are a sovereign state and don't need ICLEI telling us what to think and do.	ICLEI and IGT are dangerous and designed to take away the freedoms and rights of the people.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011
Survey: 292. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Life is easy here	We moved here from Los Angeles in 1993; in Tucson everything is close, roads are in a grid pattern, you hardly ever have to get on the freeway unless you're going somewhere else. Work, school, shopping, etc. are all within a short drive or walk.
The weather	Except for the summer (obviously) weather is moderate most of the time. Very little rain, moderate temperatures, no snow or freezing temperatures (rarely)
Small town atmosphere	Even though there are nearly a million people in Tucson and its environs, it feels like a small town. Most people are friendly and everyone knows someone you know. I set up a new business here 17 years ago with great success. Networking has been easy.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Promote "Buy Tucson"	Local public and private businesses should support each other more. When I first moved here, I believe there had been a "Tucson First' campaign. We need to do that again. Too much money goes out of town in all industries. It is particularly noticeable with large public works projects where architects, engineers and contractors are brought in from out of town. We have a School of Architecture and a School of Engineering at UA. Many of those students stay in Tucson after they graduate. Design and construction contracts do not need to go out of town. There should be extra points given to "local" businesses like there used to be by government agencies when selecting design and construction companies.
Promote a high speed rail line between Tucson and Phoenix	Right now, you can drive or take the shuttle or a bus. I go to Phoenix once a month and would love to have an alternative and faster and cheaper way of getting there. Less than $40 for gas and less than 2 hours each way would be great.
Finish what you started with Rio Nuevo money	Many projects were started but not finished. Rio Nuevo was badly managed. Get some competent managers in there and hire some local architects, engineers and contractors to build new attractions, hotels, etc.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Broadway/Columbus 85711 // Years here: 17 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 293. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Big City with small town feel	Feeling of community
Variety of Arts & Performances Available	I perform in 3 Fine Arts Music groups and not only get to participate in quality music but there is great talent and variety in the community.
Services Available	We have world class medical care and intellectual atmosphere thanks to UA, U of PHX, PCC, and other extension campuses.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Attract quality employers	We lack the manufacturing base and need quality employment opportunities here locally
Fear of violence	We need to shore up our neighborhood connections so we are not afraid to go out and lead our lives
Lack of mass transit	There are so many friends relying on others to transport them, I am still able to drive, but it is really hard to get to some places by bus, etc.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Ft. Lowell/Mtn 85719 // Years here: 55 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 294. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Natural Environment	Tucson is a beautiful place to live. Surrounded by mountains, desert, wildlife, dark skies which project the moon and stars like on a canvas - bike and hiking trails - What more could you want in a place called home?
The University	The University of Arizona creates an atmosphere of education and excitement - museums, lectures, sports, performing arts, music, cultural activities, all extending to the larger community. It's all there and we are invited to participate! I love the University.
Liveable	Tucson has a small town atmosphere that makes it a very liveable city. You can walk, bike, and/or drive anywhere, generally without too much traffic or too much hassle. As I say this, however, I must also say I recognize that Tucson's small town atmosphere is also something that I dislike - it is clearly a double edged sword.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Rio Nuevo	It's disgraceful what the City of Tucson has done with that money. Every time I think of the waste and the potential that has never and probably will never be actualized, I just cringe. How can our elected officials and how can we the people, continue to allow this to happen?
Unfriendliness to business	I'm not a business person, but I have had some experiences with the Tucson City ordinances, requirements, rules, etc. and heard from friends (business people) - that the City is Nightmare when it comes to being business friendly. How can you expect to have a vibrant City when it's making it so difficult for business and private enterprise to come into the area and make a go of it here?
Education	Of course Education would be first on my list but since it has proven to be such a low priority in this state, it seems impossible to improve. Actually, that's the way I feel about all of these "changes" - Tucson's "ways" are so deeply ingrained that I have little optimism regarding change/improvement.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: River Road and Sabino Canyon Road 85750 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 295. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The location in the Sonoran Desert	The weather, the close proximity to nature and outdoor activities
The community spirit	Great community...wonderful folks doing great things. Lots of meaningful grass roots efforts
The cultural experiences available	Lots of options for food, art, entertainment, regional culture
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better recycling	Too much stuff gets thrown away - other cities have far more sophisticated recycling programs.
More sustainable practices	Harvesting rainwater, shade planting, solar, etc.
STOP NEW DEVELOPMENT	My first priority, actually. Quit blading the desert and focus on infill
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: campbell and ft. lowell 85719 // Years here: 23 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 296. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The diversity of people in Tucson	I feel that Tucson is a melting pot of cultures. They are reflected in the architecture, arts and neighborhoods you see throughout downtown Tucson.
Looking at the Catalina Mountains	Having beautiful views of the Catalinas makes me feel at home. I am a Tucson Native.
The Mexican food	Good Sonoran style Mexican food is part of our culture and one of the special features of Tucson.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tighter building restrictions	Neighborhoods are being ruined because builders are maximizing space so they make more money with no regard to how it damages neighborhoods.
Better bike paths	Tucson is the perfect place to ride a bike. Traffic is so hard to negotiate it is not safe to ride as a commuter in town. With strategic hawking lights bike routes could make safe, fast commutes available from Oracle to Craycroft easily.
Stricter landscape requirements for businesses	When I travel to other desert cities I am amazed at how nice they look. There are many desert plants that require very low water use and in return provide shade and cooling. Our city does not value desert plant material even though plants make a community a livable space.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Stone and Ft. Lowell 85705 // Years here: 56 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 297. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town flavor	I enjoy the fact that this is a connected community. People know each other.
Beauty	The Sonoran desert is a beautiful place. Nothing else like it.
It's humble	My Tucson is respectful of everyone.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improvements for disadvantaged neighborhoods	I live in Keeling. We are inundated by 'Likker' stores and check cashing places. Really, do we need this? Um, no. The city could assist in limiting this kind of development for the neighborhoods that are most vulnerable. It creates a downward spiral for residents who might use these facilities. Convenient, but ultimately not good. These are the neighborhoods that cannot mount a legal assault like the more well to do neighborhoods can.
Downtown really should have a pedestrian mall	They say it can't work. But, I think that bringing vitality downtown would occur if the city would stop spending rio nuevo dollars on pipe dream disconnected projects. Instead, provide one infrastructure project in the form of a pedestrian mall and ample parking nearby, that provides the backbone/link for future connection of projects. Look at Boulder and Denver.
Zero energy building ordinance and limit water use	Codes are going the way of zero energy. Tucson could step up to the plate and join other progressive municipalities by recognizing we need to do something about energy and water use. Zero energy by 2020! I like the sound of that! It's achievable now!, 2020 is realizable and realistic. Code may require it anyway soon, so TUCSON...get on board!
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Ft. Lowell and 1st 85705 // Years here: 19 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 298. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate	The sunshine makes every day nicer.
Cultural Diversity	The richness of opportunity and adventure.
Solar future	With 360 days of full sun a year, we have the upper hand as a region, to dominate this area of American industry growth.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The tourism misconception that our area is not safe to visit	It's not true
Less competition, more collaboration	To many organizations duplicating efforts
Our image.	We need to bring the romance back to the "American Western Pioneer"
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Oracle and Ina 85704 // Years here: 30 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 299. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Broad range of educational, cultural and natural choices	A city that reflects diverse cultural and educational choices offers a smorgasbord of learning, enlightenment, and enjoyment. A city with nearby open spaces and hiking trails offers and connection with the natural world that revitalizes our spirits and keeps the city crush in perspective.
Arts and conservation focus	A need for inspiration and a sense of responsibility, of stewardship
Bike routes, CSA, community-oriented neighborhoods	Self evident
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More funding for education at all levels	Educated people make better citizens, and better schools draw big businesses to stimulate the economy
More, more efficient public transportation	To help alleviate traffic conditions and for better conservation of resources

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Campbell and Fort Lowell 85719 // Years here: 34 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 300. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sabino Canyon	It is so beautiful and so unusual. I love the narrated tram rides.
Reid Park	I love running the track, and the zoo.
University of Arizona	I love the excitement of the campus and activities
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Alvernon /Grant corner	This is such a difficult place to navigate
Oracle Road	It takes so long to go up north on Oracle past Ina
Better streets	Many residential streets need to be repaved
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Country Club and Speedway 94516 // Years here: 15 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 301. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
We have pulled together in crisis	I used to work for Safeway and the employees really did a great job
I grew up her from the time I was 9 years old	Had friends and graduated from Amphi then went to UA
When I needed help from the fire dept. and the police --they were there for me	Self explained in #3
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
MAKE THE BIKE RIDERS OBSERVE THE LAW	THEY SPEAD OUT INTO THE STREETS AND HOLD UP TRAFFIC
LICENSE THE BIKES	WHEN MY KIDS WERE GROWING UP THEY HAD TO LICENSE AND REGISTER THIER BIKES WAS A $1 A YEAR WOULDN`T THAT HELP WITH REPAIRING OUR STREETS? THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF BIKES
QUIT RAISING OUR WATER RATES	I CAN`T AFFORD TO WATER TREES AND I QUIT GROWING GRASS BECAUSE THE RATES ARE SKY HIGH AND I AM ON SS
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: GRANT AND ALVERNON 85712 // Years here: 69 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 302. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
My neighborhood.	My immediate neighbors are wonderful, friendly and helpful.
The weather.
Options of things to do.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better air flights when traveling.	They are so limited, especially when flying east.
A better downtown.
Dump that silly streetcar and have mass transit from east Tucson straight down Broadway to the downtown where people work.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Fifth and Country Club 85716 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 303. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
U of A Sports	It was the first collage football games i ever went to and was proud to send the kid to school there, when i move from NY
Ride motorcycle around the old pueblo	Year around riding is great
Old town feelings in Tucson	The people are friendly like it was in my old town in New York
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Price range for show	I feel the ticket price to show in Tucson are to high price , if there a way to get the price lower would be great so people with lower income can enjoy them also.


Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Ft Lowell & N. Park Ave 85719 // Years here: 12 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 304. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	For health reasons
Friendly, personal atmosphere	Tucson has a small town atmosphere with all the big city privileges (ie, shopping, medical facilities)
Lots of activities	We have TCC and Centennial Hall and all types of entertainment and restaurants
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Highway system (lack of a good one)	I drive a lot every day
Can't think of anything else	I love Tucson, that's why I live here.
Can't think of anything else	I love Tucson
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Swan/Camp Lowell 85712 // Years here: 38 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 305. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The cultural diversity	The borderlands culture, the Native American cultures, the ranching heritage, that co-exist (not always comfortably) with the creative community of the university and the arts.
The natural environment	The Sonoran Desert is such a special place. Being able to hike through Saguaro National Park or Catalina State Park is priceless. One afternoon hike at the latter--I encountered TWO Gila Monsters in an hour of walking.
The rich history	I especially appreciate the layered history of our downtown. From 4,000 year old farming to historic buildings like the Marist College or the C.O. Brown house from the 1840s.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public transportation	I look forward to the modern streetcar. I also anticipate a future where gasoline costs $5 or more per gallon. Only then will anyone pay attention.
City government	A strong mayor and a city council that is paid a wage for a full-time position are essential first steps.
Residential development in the downtown	Despite progress, we still have primarily a commuter-focused downtown. We need more people living within walking distance of downtown.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Campbell and River 85718 // Years here: 39 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 306. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The outdoor lifestyle I can have	I am a triathlete and I can train virtually all year long with top athletes, coaches and facilities.
Feels like a smaller city	I like that I see people I know all the time no matter where I am in Tucson.
The rural/urban interface	Tucson offers fantastic restaurants, entertainment and events while at the same time having a very rural feel.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Funding for public schools	Our schools need to be adequately funded so that parents and other community members are not left to do the fund raising every year.
Crime rate	I wish I felt a bit safer here.
Downtown	It would be nice to have a downtown walking/shopping area like in Boulder, Denver, Portland and many other cities around the nation.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 5th St. and Country Club 85716 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 307. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Generally good weather	I spend much time outdoors
Cheery people from all socio-economic strata	Nobody likes dickheads! Compared with places like New York, Tucsonans ought to be sainted
People striving for excellence	The alternative is to strive for mediocrity! While excellence may not be possible, to be deemed good enough in a commercial context is an ecstasy all its own
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Guidance, especially anthropological guidance	Without knowledge about the values of the various groups, conversation becomes difficult. Without conversations, relationships wont form. Without relationships, commerce won't be conducted
Planning and planning education	Failure to plan is planning to fail
Mathematical communication and mathematical planning education	There is some limitations to linguistic reasoning that isn't shared in mathematics, but mathematics is a horrible communication medium. Tufle, a writer, has developed a better system and he isn't alone in it
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: River/1st 85718 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 308. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Politically blue/left in a red/right-wing state	The political climate in Tucson makes living in the political climate of Arizona bearable.
Vibrant and accessible arts community: visual, performing, and music.	The arts bring joy and meaning to me personally, and bring the community together.
Central neighborhoods that let it have more of a "town" feel.	It makes for a less alienating life in a society/culture of ever-increasing anonymity.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More support for children and for parents of minor children.	Without support for children and those who raise them, everything else becomes more difficult down the line. Plus we need to put the village to work to support each other.
Better schools, smaller classes, arts and music in the schools, ire. for all schoolkids, recess, etc.	I have seriously considered moving from Tucson, simply because of the school situation. I don't want to have to choose between inadequate public schools or charter/private schools. I believe in good, complete public education.
More community gardens and community green spaces.	It takes a lot to get a community garden started, and most of us are stretched too thin. But if someone could organize these, I believe many more people would participate. This would be terrific for our social and physical health.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: broadway and country club 85716 // Years here: 17 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 309. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Historical aspects of Tucson	I'm a history buff
Spanish and Indian architecture	I just like it
Wide streets, good bus service	Just like them - no car. The bus system here is very good
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Bad transportation system for senior citizens	Provide free or low-cost senior vans. At present some vans only accept riders who are on the disabilities list. The average senior citizen can't get a ride here
Better control of landlords	Apartment managers all seem to raise the rent on tenants as soon as they are in
Senior citizen program	Hire a senior citizen manager
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Campbell 85719 // Years here: 1 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 310. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Desert	Rich environment, plants, animals
Weather	Can be outdoors more than anywhere else.
Friendliness	Friends are everywhere to be made!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011
Survey: 311. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small big city life	You have almost all of the positive aspects of a big city with none of the baggage
How the city is expanding in population	More business, more jobs, better economy
Geographic area	No hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, or floods
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public transportation	More flexible hours and routes to better fill the needs of the people
Waste management	Seems that there are not enough trash receptacles to accommodate

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 22nd/Craycroft 85711 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 312. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public transportation	Because I am handicapped (wheelchair) - also very cheap
I like to live here in Tucson	Because of the many community events that cater to the Hispanic community

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
A more handicapped friendly city	Because I am in a wheelchair
More clean air	Because I was to breathe clean air

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 313. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diverse community	I grew up in the homogeneous Midwest - boring!
Independent businesses downtown	I have living in a place dominated by chains (e.g. Sierra Vista)

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Make more streets more bike friendly. I.e. have dedicated bike thoroughfares, not just shoulder bike lanes	I am a bicycle commuter and the bike lanes are unsafe
Improved public transit - more buses	I hate having to wait a half an hour for the bus

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 4th Ave/15th St 85701 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 314. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Views	We strive to improve our natural environment and beauty
Cultural diversity	Of all the cultures and people living here, we are benefited by the collective of all the wisdom of the world
Public services	How the state/city is willing to help those in need and get them going up and on their feet
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Gangs	There are so many gang elements corrupting our youth ad damaging our property and environment
The streets	It would be a major improvement if we could get a larger clean-up crew in our washes and highway washes
Tap water	If the public water supply was cleaner and tasted better we would have less of an impact with plastic bottles
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: St. Mary's/Grande 85745 // Years here: 14 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 315. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Open, preserved and protected desert spaces, cultural diversity, and a relatively relaxed community	There is no Tucson without protected open space desert preserves including the wildlife thereof. We are not interested in living in a place with all the same culture. Diversity, and respect of diverse thoughts, cultures, opinions and experiences are the cornerstone of Tucson. It is what attracted to the region, and what has kept us here for more than 25 years.
Relaxed and friendly atmosphere that provides activities that we enjoy.	We enjoy the opera, the Yaqui celebrations, Tucson Meet Yourself, the Peace Fair, the live music festivals, the Native American Art festival (that we much prefer to be held at the U of A), the array of diverse restaurants, live theater, and art galleries and museums.
Tucson is a political oasis in the right wing desert of Arizona.	We chose southern Arizona and Tucson specifically because it reflects a progressive political attitude that places greater value on taking care of all than on getting your own. The assassination attempt on Gabriel Giffords and the recent reprehensible campaign in District 8 not withstanding, Pima county remains an oasis for progressive thought and values.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
We have an interest in improving the education system in the region.	It is not acceptable to be 60th in a field of 50 where education is concerned. We wish to see greater community and state support for public (not hidden religious) school.
We would like to see a more progressive congressional delegation from the region and the state.	As it stands, Congresswoman Giffords is a good representative for District 8. She is thoughtful and effective. Sadly, the same cannot be said of other Congressional leaders in our state. We must move Tucson and Arizona forward, not back into the Eisenhower years.
Let's slow the rush to fill every last inch of open space with some kind of development.	More is not necessarily better. The indiscriminate development of the area is going to ruin the very thing that makes Tucson so attractive: its open and protected desert spaces that are easily accessible to all. But this desert ecosystem is fragile and must be protected from development and any other kind of overuse.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Grant and Alvernon 85712 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 316. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Not a big city	Tucson isn't as crowded as most cities
Climate	It's a beautiful and it's unique
Culture	Great food and people
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Buses	They don't work for everyone - overcrowded
Jobs	Create more jobs for people to get into

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Years here: 22
Survey: 317. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The easygoing, positive attitude of the people	I'm a native and proud of this culture in that we are welcoming and open, while still allowing everyone to be themselves
The arts, music, healing arts	I think arts and a value of creativity keep this community dynamic, intelligent, and center for personal and communal growth
The University of Arizona	The U of A has so much potential for enriching our community. I enjoy lectures, the planetarium, and other resources
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The UofA's interfacing with the community and budget	I'm devastated that this huge research institution that could do so much to enlighten our community is being financially gutted. I'd also like to see more community involvement
Our economic prioritizing of prisons and the arm's industry	Southern AZ could be a center for green tech, solar, education. I'm embarrassed by Raytheon and mass imprisonment of our own youth
Tucsonans are different - activists need to notice	I'd like to see activists work with the slow yet progressive culture of Tucson instead of trying to get us "fired up."
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Grant/Country Club 85716 // Years here: 40 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 318. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Community Outreach	Because Tucson makes sure the community is taking care of itself


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	Because every child should finish high school; point blank period. No child should be able to drop out at the age of 16 years. The city won't be good if our children have no education
Traffic/public transportation	More freeways and better public transportation. Different people ride the SunTran clean and dirty. The buses should offer disposable seat covers and payable entertainment like a plane. More routes too
Shelters around winter	Because no person should have to be outside when the temperature drops. There are buildings not being used that could house people and help them find resources to help them selves
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Dodge/Grant 85716 // Years here: 22 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 319. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Downtown	Aside from cars (too many) downtown is reminiscent of better times in NYC metro
Weather	Most days are pleasant. I don't suppose you can improve that any. It beats dealing with the wind-chill index
People	With few exceptions I find most Tucsonans pleasant. They're the matrix of existence
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic	Use of internal combustion engines will bring our society to its knees


Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: St. Mary's/Grande 85745 // Years here: 3
Survey: 320. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The art	Art is important to me because it shows culture
The stores	Because there is something for everyone
The transportation	It's easy to get where you need to go
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More art galleries	Because I think everyone should at least see one in a year
The graffiti	I think graffiti is nice but should be put on paper - not walls or the art of other people
More advertisements	Because there are lots of great stores downtown that a lot of people don't know about
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 12th Avenue 85714 // Years here: 14 // Born in the: 90s
Survey: 321. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Community	That down-home feel and closeness is what makes living somewhere important
Cleanliness	Makes the home at large feel lived in and yet well-kept
Helpfulness	Most people you meet make you feel as if you've lived here for years. That politeness can't be beat
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Job opportunity	Causes a stronger community and no one is left out
Shuttered buildings	Eye-sores take away from health and good perceptions of the county
Community vagrants	There has to be a way to clean up panhandling and put everyone to work
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Stone/University 85705 // Years here: 3
Survey: 322. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The desert	Sun, cactus, heat
The sort of small townishness	No reason
Better gay bars	The 'gay' bars are all so dank
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public transit	A good public transit system is good for all
More trash cans	I do not like the litter
Sidewalks in outer areas	Safety
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Ft. Lowell 85705 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 323. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Moderate climate	Recreational opportunities and I feel better
A job	I'm not retirement age so I have to work. I care to have a job
Entertainment/culture	Nice to see all the the art fairs, street fairs, Second Saturdays, light festival, bike rides, etc. Lots of stuff to do and see and involve myself with
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Gradually increase real estate taxes by 5%	You need to provide for infrastructure, services and your taxes are low compared to everywhere. No one is going to leave over $100-$200 more in taxes


Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Dove Mountain/Tangerine 85658
Survey: 324. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Ethnic diversity	Modern. Global-progress world
Cultural, arts environmental- social	Back bone of productive - sane society
University	Education is the key to any states success
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Recall Jan Brewer and Tom Horne	Bad leadership and decisions will destroy Arizona and it is
New mayor	Out of date - PR man that has no vision
Accountability and investigations	Very important to challenge corrupt legislation
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 1st/Limberlost 85705 // Years here: 8 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 325. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transit system	No personal vehicle
3 out of 4 seasons	Not too cold in the winter
Department of Economic Security	They care about the people
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Law enforcement	They live in a fantasy world and have no clue about what happens in the street
Bike Lanes	There are a lot of bicyclists and the roads are dangerous

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Homeless 85641 // Years here: 50 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 326. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Community	Because the community seems really strong
Transportation/buses	Because the bus gets me around everywhere I need to go and is always on time
Education	Because the professors are really good at the school I attend
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Night life	I think there needs to be more stuff to do like carnivals, etc.
Jobs	There needs to be more job opportunities and openings

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Years here: 1 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 327. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The sense of community	People in most cities today are afraid of their cities
Environment	It's a beautiful place and a wonder to enjoy

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Government	Local government and other authorities are too immersed in people's day-to-day lives
Lack of continuity	There doesn't appear to be a lot of cohesion between business and citizens

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Golf Links/Wilmot 85711 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 328. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
It's still almost small enough for a few people to make a difference	N/A
There are people who are way ahead of the curve for sustainable living	I love the earth and want it to be clean and usable for a long time... by the way, mining can be reasonably sustainable and it is important to the Arizona economy!

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The city "powers that be" that have no historical or future vision	I've seen too many landmarks bulldozed since moving here
Less money spent of roads and more on serious public transportation (think high-speed rail) and bikeways	I like to get around - don't like the smog.

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 22nd/Park 85713 // Years here: 18
Survey: 329. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate	Especially during the winter months as the climate being less than severe in more manageable from the standpoint of homelessness
Public transportation system - SunTran	The relative ease of and accessibility to various city locations e.g. the library, government agencies, parks, events, medical facilities... to name a few
Friendliness of people	Interaction and opportunities to meet people is very important - dispels feelings of aloneness, isolation, and frustrations often associated with being homeless
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Increased shelter and capacities, day-time workshops and activities and opportunities for work	Current shelters are to limited and limiting and don't address the needs of the homeless during daytime hours. Opportunities for basic work and responsibilities would help restore self-worth and improve viable skills
Greater availability and access to community programs designed to help elevate the poor and downtrodden	Locating and gathering information regarding opportunities designed to lift the spirits, minds, and souls (bodies) of those less fortunate shouldn't be fraught with such difficulties and frustrations
Improved community awareness and understanding of the plight of the homeless	Deeper compassion and action will help to heal those whose lives are at a low point... those who reach out also benefit. It's more blessed to give than receive
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Speedway/Pantano 85710 // Years here: 2
Survey: 330. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Downtown	I've enjoyed watching the Downtown area/Congress come to life. It's one of the reason I moved to Tucson last month (January 2011). I feel that a reborn downtown will do wonders for the rest of the city/area
Entertainment options	I enjoy a number of different things to do - theater, concerts, wildlife, hiking, sports, museums - and Tucson has everything a person could ever want and it's reason number 2 I moved.
Region embraces its history and works to preserve it	With places like the Mercado and the historic neighborhoods, seeing Tucson embrace its past and looking for ways to keep that history alive as it grows and progresses.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011
Survey: 331. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The climate	I do not do well in a climate that has too much cold, rain, snow, sleet, etc.
It is now a large city, but has a small town feel	I like the way citizens support each other (as for Gabby) in a crisis; the University gives prestige, lots of interesting things going on of all sorts
Love the desert and mountains and our own ski resort so close	When in Oregon, you can't see anything but the trees
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Keep freeways at a minimum and reduce cars on the road	Clean air, better drivers
Do whatever possible to change low-income blighted areas	Because discomfort, poverty, drugs, and gangs affect us all
Immigration reform. Stop punishing immigrants and use their services	Mexico has to deal with America's drug problem; gang violence sends citizens fleeing also. Low wages there
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 85705 // Years here: 48
Survey: 332. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Nice winters
Small town	Compact - easy commuting
Airport	Very convenient and casual. Easy to access and quick to deal with
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Stop Rio Nuevo	Total waste of money
Pay city council more money	Get qualified council members
Improve cross town expressway East to West	River Rd okay - but could be faster
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Speedway/Craycroft 85711 // Years here: 54 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 333. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The people.	Tucson's diversity and can-do spirit mean that we have much to learn from each other and I am continually inspired by others.
The environment	Tucson is in a valley surrounded by four spectacular mountain ranges, making for great hikes and bicycle rides in the surrounding area.
The University of Arizona	Having the U of A in Tucson keeps Tucson young, and there is always something to learn. The U brings cultural events that we wouldn't have otherwise.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Bring more tolerance and forgiveness	Gabby Giffords is one of the most wonderful people I have ever met. The shooting showed we have work to do in this community to bring everyone together and to promote peaceful interaction.
Protect more of the natural environment	Tucson is growing, the environment needs to be protected to keep our quality of life.
Fund the university	Too many classes at the U are giant classes taught by graduate students. Arizona should fund a world class university - Arizona would reap the rewards.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Country Club at Broadway 85716 // Years here: 21 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 334. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
That there are a lot of good stores close together	So you don't have to waste gas driving all around town to go to one store
We have a good government	It keeps people under control and is reasonable
That they are trying to stop bully drug dealers	You don't want your kid to get bullied or have drugs sold to them
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The way streets are all dirty	Because I don't like walking on dirty streets, it doesn't look good for our town
We need to recycle more	Cause it conserves plastic instead of wasting money
The community can be a bad influence on others	Because people can lead others to getting in trouble
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 85713 // Years here: 18 // Born in the: 90s
Survey: 335. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Cultural Diversity	Our Native American and Hispanic heritage, the University of Arizona with it's heralded optical and ecological research, Davis Monthan and Fort Huachuca Military Bases offer a worldview which I've found fairly broad for a city of Tucson's size.
Entrepreneurship Pursuits	Our community encourages and supports the endeavors of those individuals driven to pursue their own ideas in business.
Geographic location	Our proximity to some of the most wonderful places on earth makes Tucson a gem in the desert. I have often said that I can take a protractor, draw a seven-hour driving circumference around our city, and have a great weekend in a beautiful place, easy peasy.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Ineffectual City Planning	I have to sit and watch while projects become defunct (Rio Nuevo). While other projects seem to gather attention (like a light rail from UMC to downtown???).
Hispanic Cultural Studies banned	This was a State mandate, not a City mandate, but I wish we could change it. It really bothers me. I need to read more about it to understand, but denying students the opportunity to learn about a particular race/culture seems discriminatory, not to mention being a waste of legislative energy. Can we change it?
N/a
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Speedway / 6th Avenue 85705 // Years here: 17 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 336. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tucson's eclectic culture and acceptance of diversity	Everyone wants to belong and can feel safe and be expressive
Wide roads and open spaces (keep them!) with good city/county/state parks	Nature! We need it and it needs us to just lay off
Art around town, murals, and statues etc.	Art is classy and it says a city cares about aesthetics and fine thought and that the city wants people to think and appreciate
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More art and murals	I took a mural tour of Chicago once have never forgotten it and would do it again tomorrow. We need murals and possible mural stories that tell our stories
Plant only local, low-water plants in any park or lot	We are a desert, let's not try to make Tucson look like Cleveland, Ohio
Better public transportation - put in the train! Parking for cycles/scooters downtown	We have cycling weather pretty much all year. California towns have downtown cycle/scooter parking and it encourages taking only what you need on any downtown errand
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 1st Ave/Rudasill 85718 // Years here: 11
Survey: 337. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather/scenery	I moved out here because I hate the cold and love the mountain views and hiking opportunities.
Hidden gems	It took me a while out here, but I have begun to discover so many truly unique Tucson places that are amazing - Bicas bike co-op, amazing little restaurants, meet me at maynards run downtown, thrift shops, etc etc
Environmental sustainability	I work for watershed management group, which is thriving in Tucson, as is water harvesting in general. So much community interest/support for these causes.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Racism	nuff said.
Trashiness	There are too many pawn shops/run down areas in areas that are not even bad areas or that poor. Blue-collar areas really seem to lack in community pride and neighborhood investment.
Traffic/transportation	While we are very bike friendly, getting around town and especially across town by car sucks. We desperately need an east/west highway. Our current highway system is useless.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Euclid and Broadway 85719 // Years here: 2 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 338. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
No answer	No answer


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
No answer	No answer


Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: alvernon and broadway 85716 // Years here: 5 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 339. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Desert/mountain environment	The beauty of the desert and mountains is accessible to all.
Friendly people	This is a guess, but I'd say that most Tucsonans tend to be friendly partly because even folks stuck in low-wage jobs can have a decent place to live, so there is the possibility of upward mobility and some dignity on the way.
Lots of community and arts organizations that rely on volunteers	There are so many ways to get involved in the Tucson community and the groups out there definitely want you to.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public transportation	To be a world-class city, Tucson needs world-class transportation: light rail in/across town to get some cars off the road; and a high-speed rail connection to Phoenix and points beyond (rail from Rocky Point, Mexico or Guaymas to the Grand Canyon through Tucson, Phoenix, and Flagstaff might be a huge attraction to overseas vacationers). I would like to be able to use my car less.
Encourage universal use of graywater and rainwater	Am worried about the effects of long-term drought on the region's water supplies and quality of life (not to mention global warming) and know that there is a huge resource of graywater and rain water that could be used on plantings and to generate food for individual families.
Energy use--switch from coal electricity to solar	Would like to Tucson to be a mecca for industry leaders in solar/alternative energy technology and use; not only to address global warming, but to bolster our flagging economy with high-tech jobs in an industry that makes sense to our region. Think of all the abandoned strip mines (Bisbee leaps to mind) that could be filled with solar panels to generate electricity).
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Picture Rocks Road and Sandario 85743 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 340. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The Desert	The beauty of the Sonoran Desert is unsurpassed. I hold it to be sacred. Protecting the desert is of the utmost importance
Bike friendly	I love being able to ride my bike to work on safe bike lanes.
Small town feel.	I like that Tucson is so community oriented.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better public transport	Encourage people to get out of their cars.
Better development planning.	I would like to see all new development required to incorporate things like water harvesting and energy efficiency
More awareness of the fragility of the desert.	It's so important to protect our wild places.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Campbell/Grant 85719 // Years here: 41 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 341. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town feel with city amenities	More pedestrian friendly than Phoenix area
Great views	Love the mountain views from all directions
Warm weather	I lived in Alaska for 28 years
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Rain water harvesting	We live in a desert and must conserve water. Home development should be reduced until we are sustainable
Calming the streets	So we can bike and walk in peace
Planting more trees	Shade the streets in summer and create green oasis
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Speedway and Grande Ave 85745 // Years here: 1 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 342. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Proximity to lovely mountain & desert hiking	I can find serenity and peace from the realities of my daily job and life in these easily accessible places. The most lovely of places is a 20 minute drive from my house. Tucson is surrounded by some of the most beautiful mountains and deserts I have ever traveled to - they are in my "backyard".
Continued attempts to save and maintain cultural and historical places	I feel thankful of any and every attempt that is made by the political and/or financial community to save the heritages of this town. It is an area that is rich with many stories.
Access to university/colleges, hospitals, parks, events, lectures, classes, shows, theatre and museums.	I need a thriving community.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Construction of "mini-dorms" in inner city neighborhoods near the University of Arizona	I live in such a neighborhood, and the standard of living for neighborhoods decreases as the landlord's profits increase. Save the University of Arizona neighborhoods!
Transportation challenges	Increased traffic challenges remind me of the San Francisco Bay Area in the 80's. Where's the "light rail"? We need several, while maintaining our neighborhoods.

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Campbell and Grant 85719 // Years here: 26 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 343. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Sorry, I know that's something you can't encourage, but if you could stop that global warming thing so we can continue living in such a nice place that would work. :)
Free open air entertainment and education	I really like how Tucson has so many open air events like parades and concerts. I also like the many educational programs that are free to attend.
Bike lanes	Tucson has a ton of bike lanes and I like that. Of course you can't have enough bike facilities. Heh.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Politics	I know we are a red state but I really wish we were blue. Tucson used to be such a nice place that I would have listed community as my #2 favorite thing until racism, stupidity, and guns, took over the state. Sheriff Dupnick is correct.
Bike lanes downtown	Riding a bicycle through the downtown area is horrible. Confusing one way streets make it hard to navigate, congested parallel parking makes bikes harder to be seen, small lanes and trolley tracks make it dangerous. Downtown is the worst place in the city for bicycles, and also one of the most popular.
Roads	This is Tucson, not Hawaii. Why are we driving on lava? The roads are terrible. Flat would be better than bumpy and cracked.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 12th Ave and Irvington 85714 // Years here: 47 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 344. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town feel	There is a real sense of community throughout the city although we are over a million in population.
Mild weather	The summers are very seldom unbearable and with few exceptions the winter months are mild and warm.
Community values	Throughout most industries the Tucson Community values integrity.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
City Council	They need to make decisions based on what's good for the City (as a whole), not individuals. They also need to privatize some of there services.
Infrastructure	Utilities and streets need to be upgraded and maintained to alleviate the current state of disrepair.
County Government	The County needs to realize that running this community is a business. They cannot consistently appose growth and assume, somehow that they can still have a sufficient tax base.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 22nd Street and Spanish Trail 85748 // Years here: 41 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 345. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Desert	The desert is a place of beauty.
Mountains	The mountains are a joy to look at and spend time in.
Climate	Even though is gets flipping hot in the summer, the rest of the year is pretty enjoyable.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Roads/traffic	Commuting to work is a pretty rough ride down Grant. Add bus cut outs for all bus stops.
Downtown	Attract music, entertainment and restaurants to the downtown area. Stop moving attractions that should be downtown to either the south side or the far north side.

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Grant/Campbell 85719 // Years here: 46 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 346. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Affordability	I can afford to live here. Housing is cheap. I can bicycle.
Access to education	I am enrolled at University of Arizona, furthering my career.
Access to outdoors and great trails	I love hiking and being out of the city.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Strip mall sprawl	It's ugly and hard to get around town. I also want to stop Tucson from spreading out into the desert.
More water harvesting & native trees	Tucson is HOT! More trees= more shade and cooler temps
Better bike lanes	I ride my bike a lot, but I am scared of bike lanes that suddenly end on busy streets and fast traffic. More bike boulevards please!
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Stone & Speedway 85705 // Years here: 2 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 347. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The natural environment	I need to be able to connect with nature, whether by simply looking at the beauty of the Sonoran Desert from my home / business.
The climate	This allows us to enjoy the natural environment we live in for the majority of the year without extensive preparation. Just get out and enjoy it.
Access to resources & amenities	We have high quality services throughout the community that are accessible to everyone.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic	Our grid street system is packed at several times a day, impeding flow and contributing to environmental and economic problems.
Crime	The concern about criminal activities impedes interaction and engagement with the community.
Collaboration	We need more agreement on the broad vision of the community to foster collaboration toward implementation of the community goals.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Sunrise & Craycroft 85750 // Years here: 31 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 348. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather & the Wildcats	Time spent outdoors fishing, hiking, relaxing on back porch. I am retired and have lived in Tucson since 1956.
Accessibility to mtns & the Wildcats	I fish Rose Canyon Lake frequently.
Accessibility to desert	Love walking in desert and the Desert Museum.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Dump Rio Nuevo	It has gone to far afield from what the voters were originally told it would do
More conservative spending (I am not a republican)	City council should stick more closely to programmed expenditures.
Maintain existing infrastructure.	Maintain existing gov. bldgs and streets before authorizing new one just to garner votes.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Speedway/Craycroft 85711 // Years here: 55 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 349. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Winter weather	Ability to be active in the outdoors
Access to U of A events	I enjoy sporting events, arts, lectures and an intellectually and socially diverse population
Quality healthcare	I am a baby boomer and seek to spend my years over 50 in a place where emerging health challenges can be met with the latest technology and well-trained physicians
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Try to clean up some of the industrial area sprawl. perhaps restrict this activity through more deliberate zoning laws	It is an eye sore and does not reflect well on our community in the eyes of visitors
Implement a light rail system	I would ride it to work to avoid traffic and live a greener life
Commit more funding to our public school system	The state legislature has made it clear they do not support education. if we are going to prepare our young people for tomorrows challenges, we need to commit to funding their learning through local revenue streams
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Campbell and skyline 85718 // Years here: 3 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 350. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Warm winters
Liberal tendencies	Clarence Dupenik
Higher education valued	Work at Pima College; participate in UA events
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Public Transportation	I would use the bus if it came more often; I can't afford the extra time it takes waiting for buses; light rail would ease so much traffic congestion; fast train between Tucson & Phoenix would be tremendous asset to both communities.
Do nothing City council	There are so many positive things council could do, but it seems the developers are rewarded while others are left to their own devices
Improve environment	Stop the mine proposal for the Santa Rita's it will be a travesty!!!
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Pima & Country Club 85716 // Years here: 35 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 351. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The number of groups that facilitate sustainable lifestyle choices	I've been a member of and volunteered for the Tucson Community Supported Agriculture group, the U.S. Green Building Council Southern Arizona Chapter, the annual bike count by the Pima Association of Governments, and the Watershed Management Group. All of these groups have benefited me personally and work to make Tucson a stronger, more sustainable community. One that I'm proud to be a part of.
The environment and climate	I'm delighted by personal encounters with coyotes, javelina, roadrunners, and rabbits. I love learning about native plants and how to incorporate them in my landscaping. You can be outdoors just about anytime of the year.
A tight community of progressive people within a very large city	It took a while to establish a circle of friends, but once I did I found that we were all inter-connected. We were all separated by only a degree or two - that is we had mutual friends or came from towns that were close to each other back east. It is comforting to have so much in common (politically, personally) with my circle of friends, but it makes me wonder how disconnected the majority of the population in this city is? For instance, my circle of friends has little connection with the retired population of Tucson.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Make downtown a more attractive destination and living situation	I think Tucson is too spread out and as a result there is a great deal of pollution and traffic from cars. If downtown were more attractive more people will live closer to where they work and commute less.
More jobs with living wages	This is not an easy town to find and maintain gainful employment in. It seems like there are either minimum wage jobs or jobs that require a great deal of education and experience.
Less littering, bottle refunds!!	The amount of broken glass along streets and in desert trails is heart breaking. Seems to me as though there are a lot of people that would take advantage of bottle refunds, thus decreasing the amount of bottles thrown in the desert.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: La Cholla & Starr Pass 85713 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 352. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tucson feels like a small town with many of the amenities of a large city.	The city feels like a web of connections that make for friendliness and shared values.
I like the proximity to the desert and mountains with their hiking and walking trails. Our desert is unique and beautiful.	I love to walk in the desert and mountains.
I like the overlay of Mexican culture in Tucson.	Love the Mexican food, music and art.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
We need to be governed by people with a real vision and the energy and courage to put it in place.	I have long felt that Tucson has been badly governed, making choices that keep the status quo.
Put real amenities downtown. An arena so that all events are easily accessible. We should have a sports arena downtown also. the big entertainers don't automatically go to the casinos which are far from the heart of town..	I would like to go to many of the concerts like Willie Nelson etc., but don't want to drive to what seems like a whole different city. The community center large arena is ugly and unfriendly. I'd love to see it gone and replaced with a state of the art facility like other more progressive cities have. Phoenix has done such a good job putting all its entertainment, arts and sports venues downtown and close to each other. We sure lost out there.
The city needs to support education more strongly--- kindergarten to the U of A.	I don't know how the city can help, but our drop out rate is unacceptable. And our K through 12 kids are getting a mediocre education. I realize that is responsible for a lot of this, but maybe there is someway the city can help. Our kids are our future.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Broadway/country Club 85716 // Years here: 54 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 353. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Arts & Culture	Great Opera, Theater, Museums
Small enough	Easy to get around
Geography/weather
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Airport connections to other cities	Don't like driving to Phoenix


Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Swan & Sunrise 85718 // Years here: 29 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 354. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
It feels like a small sown	I've lived in congested urban areas and they are spiritually and physically stultifying. I DON'T want to see Tucson turn into another one.
The Weather	I can't stand being cold
City and Municipal services (before the crash)	There was a feeling of community that Parks and Rec and Adult Ed, etc. fostered before the massive budget cuts.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Realize that we live in the Long Emergency	Between Peak Oil, Catastrophic Global Climate Destabilization and the ongoing collapse of the Ponzi Scheme economy based on cheap oil, we need to change our expectations and stop our headlong exploitation of the Earth and its subsequent destruction of the environment we need to survive as a species.
Less emphasis on tourism and "growth", more emphasis on building better lives	I escaped from an example of "growth" destroying one of the finest urban environments in the country (the S.F. Bay Area) by turning it into an unsustainable mess that we impossible to travel in or to enjoy.
More local food	We'll need it as the water runs out due to Climate Destabilization cutting down the flow from the Colorado.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Campbell/Grant 85719 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 355. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Laid-back feel; informality	I'm laid back and informal
Weather--can be outdoors year round	I golf, hike, garden and love to spend time on our porch--all possible b/c of year-round (except last week) good weather.
People I know; kids I've watched grow up	I have many friends and communities in which I can participate.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More infill; encourage people and businesses to set up in central areas	I don't like the sprawl nor seeing many empty lots and building in the central area.
Improve road conditions	Biking is difficult
Don't allow mini-dorms in neighborhoods
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Country Club and Broadway 85716 // Years here: 32 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 356. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	I moved here after 25 year in Chicago.
Nice people	Easier to work and interact on a daily basis with people who are kind, respectful, generally happy and that interaction magnifies so that others are also nice.
Intellectual and cultural activities	As an educated individual, my social and personal interests include theater, opera, music and lectures. All available thanks to the university.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Bring more business to Tucson area	Increase tax base, increase number of skilled jobs for people in area. We loose many of our well educated UA graduates to other cities because we do not have jobs for them here
Create walkable neighborhoods with sidewalks and shade	More exercise for everyone.
Improve public transportation in the foothills	Would be willing to take the bus to work but it does not reach north of Rogers on Campbell.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Campbell & River 85718 // Years here: 3 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 357. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Intimate, small town feel of the community	I grew up in a small town in southern Arizona and there are aspects of a small town that I find appealing and familiar.
Multicultural influences	The richness of a city is dependent on its cultural fabric. Art, music, traditions and ways of life should all be reflected in a community to ensure its viability in the 21st century.
Recreation and educational amenities	Year round outdoor access to parks and recreational activities are important to a healthy community. Equally important is the accessibility to higher education at the community college and university level.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Create innovative vision for our downtown	Years of strategic plans continue to fall away and are never executed. We need a committed plan to preserve, enhance and engage multiple entities. We need more public/private partnership agreements that will create a more dynamic downtown and cultural presence for business growth, retail development and tourism.
Improve the quality of our elementary and secondary education	We have a crisis developing in our community. Each year, a higher percentage of our high school students don't graduate or graduate and are not proficient enough to enter community college classes. We cannot compete if we don't educate and the educational commitment is not just schools but parents, too.
Foster broader community participation in the enhancements	We need to re-establish pride in our community: pride in appearance, pride in the upkeep of our homes, pride in our personal behavior, pride in achievement, pride in accomplishments. We are not vested in the process of growing our city and bringing jobs and opportunities to our community. There is a lethargy in most of us that cannot continue if we expect things to be different.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Houghton & 22nd Street 85748 // Years here: 31 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 358. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The weather.	I moved here from Pa. and do not like the cold.
The mountains.	The make me feel secure and are beautiful.
Mexican Culture.	I like the food.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Our current Gov.	She is not for the old people. and the kids. just the rich that put her in office.
Plant more trees.	I like the green grass and trees.

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011
Survey: 359. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Cultural Diversity	The many races and cultures that make up our community and the foods and events that represent the different races and cultures.
Desert Mountains, Landscape, and Wildlife	Everything about the desert is dear to me and I love being able to witness the wildlife among the desert plants in open spaces and even in my own back yard.
Community interest in safe bike paths	I like seeing more people biking and having the designated bike lanes to allow for safer biking.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Improve view for tourist entry corridors to the City	There is too much graffiti and trash along the entry corridors from the airport and from the interstates.
A more interesting and vibrant downtown	I would like to see a downtown with a character to attract all age groups with quality venues for entertainment and a good variety of restaurants.
Better promotion to increase use of transit systems	I would like to see events coordinated with special transit services to encourage people to take buses and light rail to get to downtown and other venues where activities are taking place.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Speedway and Silverbell 85745 // Years here: 27 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 360. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Access to nature	Being outdoors is critical to me, so having easy access to trails, mountains, and wilderness is key to my quality of life. Without it I would leave
Community feel/ arts	There is a vibrant feel to the community that is hard to beat. Many alternative things happening that make it interesting for families
Friendliness of the people	Sure, its not true of everybody in town, but compared to other parts of the county where people are not as nice, Tucson just has a nicer set of folks.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The sprawl	Nature is important to me, so I want to see less development in the hinterlands and more development in the core of the city. Let's go taller and more efficiently, with fewer cars and more interactions among citizens. Sprawl is such a drain on resources and interactions
More bike friendly	Cars seem to rule and it makes riding a bike very dangerous. Find ways to slow down cars and make biking a higher priority.
Crime and economic disparity	I live in a pretty rough part of town and things are constantly stolen from our community. Sure, economic disparity is not a reason for someone to be involved in crime, but the correlation is undeniable. Local leaders should have take leadership and make liveable wages a priority.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 1st and Roger 85705 // Years here: 14 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 361. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The diversity and beauty	One of the few places you have such beautiful desert, close mountains, and varied environments
The people	A diverse, welcoming community with tangible ties to the past
Academic environment	UA , Pima and all of the related scientific enterprises, research, medical care, and cultural opportunities
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The leadership	Tucson has suffered the effects of leadership unwilling to make positive, hard choices that would better the community.
Leadership Accountability	Most "leaders" in this community are single-minded in their drive to further their own vision, and listen to a select constituency in complete disregard of the "whole" picture
Creative and innovative forces	Bright, creative, innovative people abound in this area yet they are not encouraged nor sought out as leaders. Anything that is global in approach is quickly discouraged depending on who it would offend or who's agendas are not being furthered
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: oracle and linda vista 37 // Years here: 34 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 362. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diverse culture	I love diversity - Hispanics, gay people, old people,young people, artists, entrepreneurs, laborers, Vietnamese, students, angles, old timers and new-comers. They make Tucson
Climate - landscape	Opportunity to re-create in the most beautiful settings on the planet - easy access to more beauty, well kept grounds, etc
The historic sites and cultural events	The hotel Congress - downtown renovation and renewal, 4th avenue, museum, ft lowell neighborhood days, Tucson Meet Yourself, Green festivals. etc. etc. etc
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Closed mindedness of old-timers	I want a more welcoming community for new comers. Get rid of the "nimby" syndrome
Lack of attention to water situations & alternatives	This is critical to our being sustainable as a community. Get with it. Someone!
Transparent governance - different structure	It's time to re-vitalize & I hope this process will provide insight into that.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Alvernon & 5th 85716 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 363. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Culture	Tucson has a most eclectic population, and I appreciate that because the variety of people here, especially the "counterculture", keeps it interesting.
Sense of community	Tucson still feels like a small town, especially in the downtown / midtown / university areas. This sense of community makes me glad to be a part of it.
Liberal values	Tucson is fairly diverse and tolerant and seems to have good values overall. There are enough liberals here to offset the right wing tendencies of the country, which helps keep me sane.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tucson needs more economic vitality	The average income level in Tucson is low, and this is discouraging
Tucson needs to do more to keep young adults here	I hate hearing the story of young people leaving to find meaningful work opportunities
Tucson needs more density and urban vitality, especially downtown	Tucson has been sprawling too long to the edges, and we'd all be better served if people realized that density is not necessarily a bad thing. I have lived downtown in the barrio for 23 years and would like to see it more vital.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 22nd st. and s. 6th Ave. 85701 // Years here: 32 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 364. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sonoran Desert	Interesting and exotic plants and wildlife, which can be found here. There is a large biodiversity
Climate	Generally, the climate is very pleasant, and outdoor activities, such as hiking, can be done throughout the year.
University of Arizona	I work at the university, and there is the opportunity to attend many lectures of all types.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Graffiti	Graffiti is criminal vandalism, and it destroys the aesthetics of neighborhoods.
Crime	Some neighborhoods are high crime areas, and most of this is attributed to the drugs.
Rio Nuevo	Rio Nuevo has been a "work in progress" for the past 12 years. It seems like there is little progress, lots of money lost, and few results!
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Swan & Grant 85712 // Years here: 13
Survey: 365. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	The warm climate virtually year-round
small town feel	Tucson has a friendly, small town feel over all considering the large population size. The U of A presence helps bring this feeling of community unity as well as small business community.
Ease of navigation/transportation	While public transportation in rural areas is lacking, the overall ease of transportation within city limits including auto, bicycle and public commuting is appreciated. The timely manner for road construction/improvements is impressive. I-10 is awesome!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Bring in more business/businesses	Tucson has a lot to offer that would/should entice businesses to either use or utilize our area/resources which in turn would boost our economy to where it should be as a portal city. We should focus on the ongoing sale of these resources as a top priority.
Better/more resources for homeless population	Our homeless population continues to grow at a rapid pace and the diversity has expanded to all walks of life in increasing numbers. This impacts the entire community and all people deserve a fighting chance at getting back on their feet.
More access to affordable housing	Our underemployed population would be better served with more affordable housing options. The rates for small apartments is too high.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Campbell/Valencia 85706 // Years here: 35 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 366. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Sunshine enables me to lead an outdoor life.
Cultural Mix	I have friends of many different nationalities.
Relaxed Lifestyle	Tucson is a more inclusive community than other "social" cities.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Local Governmental Focus	Our County supervisors,and City Council appear to be more concerned with financial gain, for themselves and their families and cronies.
Improve small business climate	Small businesses employ most of our citizens and both the county and the city do not encourage the development of these businesses.
Discontinue the government giveaways to select local businessmen	Downtown!
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Oracle/Magee 85704 // Years here: 54 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 367. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Riding motorcycles	There are lots of rides outside of Tucson and the temperature for about 8 months out of the year allows for riding in comfort.
Catalina Mountains	I grew up in the shadow of the Catalina Mountains and I think they are so beautiful.
This is really hard!	I am generation three of four generations my family has been in Tucson. My family is all leaving because of the uncontrolled growth here and I am at a place where I wish I could leave too. I feel like I have been pushed out of my home by a low paying job market, uncontrolled growth and little hope for a better future here.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
No more new housing starts.	The housing market is flooded with houses owners can't sell and more new homes on every corner is making to worse. With all of the foreclosures there should be a stop to any new housing developments until the market stabilizes.
Higher paying jobs.	For many years Tucson has been a "Right to Work" state. I have a Master's degree and the wage I make here is laughed at by my peers in other states.
Stop advertising Tucson as the place to retire.	This is not a good place to raise a family but a great place to retire to if you earned your money somewhere else and brought it with you to Tucson. I know I will probably not be able to retire because most of the jobs here have no benefits (matching 401K or retirement). I won't be able to stay here on social security alone.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Oraclw and Golder Ranch 85739 // Years here: 54 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 368. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The University of Arizona	The University of Arizona is one of the major economic drivers in the Tucson region and carries a great image for Tucson.
Walkable community in central Tucson	I like how Central Tucson is a walkable community. It's important to be able to walk outside your home or work and be able to interact with others and not be reliant on a car.
Intimacy and Serenity	Compared to my hometown in Phoenix, Tucson still maintains the intimacy and serenity of a small town that is very in tune with it's surrounding natural landscape.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Downtown revitalization	A vibrant downtown is the key to retaining youth in Tucson. Popular "cool" cities are very developed with their downtowns and a new trend with our youth is to live in close proximity to an effervescent downtown.
Infrastructure Improvements	Tucson can still retain it's image as a small town, but that doesn't mean it has to neglect the potholes in the roads.
Better Transportation	Tucson faces a major public transportation issue in a community that is widely dependent on cars. I would like to see a new innovative approach to transportation that does not involve more bus systems, but also tries to address getting a wider variation of income levels to ride the public transit system.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Houghton 85747 // Years here: 5 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 369. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Neighborhoods	Having good neighbors, being involved, knowing the people in your neighborhood, community activities
All Souls Procession	Art, community coming together, uniqueness
Downtown/4th ave	Walkable area with active nightlife & culture
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better/more public transportation	I want to get around to more places without having to drive. better for the environment, easier, cheaper, less dangerous.
Incentives to live close to town	Reduce sprawl, pollution, and congestion on the roads
Improve education	Public education needs to be better
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Tucson & Speedway 85716 // Years here: 11 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 370. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Desert ecosystem	Tucson is defined by its natural environment and diverse desert ecosystem. The Saguaro cactus, in particular, is an iconic western landmark for Tucson, and should be preserved and protected at all costs.
Dry, warm climate	The climate here is just about perfect for at least 8 months of the year!
City with a "small town" feel and a university	Altho Tucson has nearly 1 million residents, it still feels like a small town. The proximity of the UofA is critical, ensuring intelligent and robust community.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
TRANSPORTATION- add better public transportation and more efficient and high speed cross-town corridors.	Trying to cross town is abysmal. There are no high speed, efficient transits from east to west. And no high speed efficient public transportation at all! Even where we do have bus service, it is extremely limited.
Add more parks and open spaces	The value of any community goes up exponentially when nature is incorporated into city design. We have irreplaceable natural resources surrounding Tucson: national parks, forests, state parks. But they're not connected! And we don't even provide public transportation to them or between them!
More vibrant downtown, focused urban areas	Reinvigorate downtown, make it a place that people want to live. Consolidate living areas and connect with more open space.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Houghton and Irvington 85747 // Years here: 2 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 371. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The physical environment	There is a tremendously broad range of outdoor settings and habitats that provide opportunities for many different types of outdoor activities.
Cultural environment	There are always events and performances to go to, largely due to the presence of the university.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Out-of-control growth	Unregulated growth is putting our region at risk. We have a limited amount of water, we don't appropriately utilize solar power, and many of the decisions made by regional leaders are not sustainable.
Should be more tolerance of ethnic and cultural differences

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Speedway and 4th Ave. 85705 // Years here: 32 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 372. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	A bit warm in the heat of summer but it's not Phoenix or Needles! Winter is VERY nice.
Generally conservative community	Social and political viewpoints seem to reflect my viewpoints.
Opportunities	Decent job market for skilled/educated workers alike though some job sectors are difficult at this time.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic infrastructure	REALLY need a better way to go from one end of town to the other instead of the stop and go traffic that has been inflicted upon us. A distinct lack of high speed (or even fewer stops) weighs into my decision as to where I shop, eat, visit, etc...
Building permit system/codes	Lot of headaches when dealing with permits. It really should not take 5 permits at multiple windows to do 1 project. Very inefficient and in times of budget short falls it's also very inefficient both for the tax payer and the person seeking a permit. As for codes, why is it so difficult to embrace water conservation measures such as waterless urinals? These are a no brainer except that Tucson is 15-20 years behind the curve, let's get progressive.
Similar to above-More solar	Suggest that ALL new residential construction should essentially break even on their electrical production vs consumption for the year. This cost is incurred only by those folks looking to buy a new home and actually pays for itself in the long run. If this became the new standard then years down the road overall electrical consumption is drastically reduced.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Golf Links and Pantano 85730 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 373. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Saguaro National Park	This is an outstanding place for people to get to know about the Sonoran Desert while also having an opportunity to participate in taking care of part of our natural heritage. It is also a great place to hike, bike, picnic, and explore. And, it is a great place for people from all walks of life to come together with a common purpose.
Small Town Feel	Even though there are about one million residents in the metro area, Tucson still feels like a small town. People care for one another and you can meet people you know everywhere. And, the way the community came together from all political leanings for our Congresswoman, "Gabby" Giffords, is just phenomenal. I don't know how this is possible, but I love it!
Cosmopolitan Thinking	Even though Tucson feels like a small town, there is a very open-minded and inclusive sensibility to it, as well. It is great that we can have people of all walks of life and all political persuasions freely exchanging ideas. I believe that part of the credit for this has to be given to the presence of the University of Arizona, and I hope that we will continue to value its presence in our community.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Become More Environmentally Friendly	We need to devise ways to make our community less of a burden to our natural resources. We should be the leaders in the development of eco-friendly ways for desert communities to live in harmony with their surroundings.
Strengthen Neighborhood Cohesion	When I go around the community and I see areas of blight and graffiti, it makes me wonder why we are not more organized to fight this in our midst. Why are people not able to speak out and protect their neighborhoods.
Neighborhood Presence of Police, Fire, Etc.	Part of the aforementioned problem with the structure of our communities may be, in part, due to a feeling of helplessness. What if we could have police and other safety precincts at the local level so that the community knew its officers, firefighters, and aid workers better, and vice versa? We should take our small-town feel to the neighborhood level, as well.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Alvernon & Grant 85712 // Years here: 2 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 374. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Open space (national park, national forest, etc.)	Wilderness values, preservation values, scenic viewsheds, outdoor recreation opportunities
Environmental stewardship	Emphasis on solar power, dark skies, water conservation, etc. is the right thing to do to protect our environment for future generations
Bike lanes	Safety, fitness, outdoor recreation opportunities, pollution reduction
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better land planning (roads, developments, bike lanes, etc.)	Urban sprawl is occurring and an alarming rate; need to be proactive in planning for the future to be more cost efficient and environmentally conscious while meeting the needs of the public
More bike lanes	Increased safety and opportunities to help reduce emissions
Preserve the environment	Buffelgrass and other invasive species are threatening the native desert; need to protect Saguaro National Park and other areas to ensure resources are preserved for future generations
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Years here: 4 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 375. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather and Desert Environment	While challenging at times due to the heat, the weather here is conducive to indoor/outdoor living that is unique to our area.
University of Arizona	A magnet for stimulating individuals and economic growth.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More places for people to walk and come together DAY and NIGHT	The Rillito River path and other arteries need to be developed to support more pedestrian and business activity - lighting for night time would be perfect - look at the path around Reid Park as an example. Think San Antonio or Austin in terms of active people zones.
Everyone needs to dump the NIMBY attitude. Development can be beneficial in every regard if done thoughtfully.

Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Campbell and Fort Lowell 85719 // Years here: 8 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 376. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The people	Family, friends, a feeling of community and diversity -- a relaxed (but not lazy) community that embraces all its residents and. Honestly, while I put people as my number 1, I that what I have loved about the people of Tucson is diminishing.
The physical beauty	Sonoran desert, mountains, the ability to access it with relative ease.
The University of Arizona	It is the key to our cultural richness. It provides cultural, educational and medical enhancements. It brings interesting, educated, productive, caring people to our community. The campus itself is a wonderful urban park of sorts. It provides us with common things (like sports) to rally around as a community.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
K-12 Education funding	Funding is not the responsibility of our local community. But it is what I think most needs improvement. We no longer adequately fund education in Arizona. Without proper funding, we will not keep the caring, interesting, productive people who make Tucson a good place to live. Our children will grow up and move away. We will have job market and no sustainable, healthy growth. Personally, I want to be able to honestly tell people with children that they should move here or stay here and put their children in public school. There are lots of very capable professional educators offering a variety of successful teaching methods and curricula, but without basic resources, they can't do their jobs successfully. This matters to me as I see people I care about and/or respect leave Tucson or not come to Tucson because of this problem.
Funding for The University of Arizona and Pima College	The University of Arizona is in many ways our heart and soul. If it can't flourish, neither can we as a community. Pima Community College is a stepping stone for a huge portion of our community. I want to live in a place that provides real and broad opportunity for its residents.
Make Tucson more pedestrian friendly by planting trees along streets.	This doesn't mean sidewalks so much as trees and shade. We don't walk primarily because it is too hot and we want to stay out of the sun. Sign codes could be revised to allow visibility for businesses. This is important to me because I live in a part of town that is reasonably walkable and others, especially those who rely on bus transportation, should have the same benefits.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Speedway/Tucson Blvd. or 6th/Tucson Blvd. 85719 // Years here: 48 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 377. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Proximity to mountain and desert region	I like to hike and be close to nature without driving miles to get there.
The history of Tucson	The sense of community and the friendliness of people--ownership in the past and hopefully in the present
It is the largest village on earth	I truly think that everyone in Tucson can be connected through the "six degrees of separation" test.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Stop building beyond the city limits and do infilling	It takes away from the desert and mountain areas, limits precious natural resources, & diminishes the community feeling. I live downtown and notice all the empty residential and commercial spaces here and in midtown. It looks blighted.
More walking/bike paths, MUCH more public transportation	I want to hop on a bus and go to the mall or the supermarket, and I want to know that a bus will come by every 15 minutes so that I can do that. I want to go out my door and ride a bike or walk for pleasure without getting mowed down by cars.
A vibrant downtown; arts, culture, Trader Joe's, better schools	I live downtown and want to see more people living and working down here. My daughter has grown up without kids her own age on the street and because the public schools are bad here, she commutes 1.5 hours a day to a private school.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Years here: 23 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 378. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Options	The proximity to the mountains, desert, city, rural landscape - all are within 20 minutes.
Winter Weather	Amazing training opportunities in the winter for cycling and running.
Saguaro National Park	That place is awesome!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
East/West transportation	Traffic flow is horrendous moving across the city.
More bike lanes, parkways	Safer for all.
More activities in the heart of the city	Meet me at Maynards is great as well as 2nd Saturday. Need to do more to encourage businesses in the city as well as residents to come downtown!
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: houghton/valencia 85747 // Years here: 2 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 379. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Character	Distinct buildings, unique individuals, locally owned and operated businesses, hidden treasures, strange downtown arts cultural, the ever specific Sonoran desert.
Arts	An amazing place to be an emerging artist in some ways, especially, in terms of community of collaborators, not so much in terms of finances
History	Tucson unique history and historical buildings and structures distinguish our city center from every town suburbia
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
End to thoughtless, wasteful, and irrevocably damaging development	Road building, demolition, and suburban wasteland are destroying our city center, including Rio Nuevo. solutions include: and end to zero master planning, it is time to get some young, creative and contemporary ideas going and to develop a long range master plan, instead of our urban planning being managed as independent projects by committees and policy makers instead of urban planners; preservation, renovation, and adaptive reuse of historic structure, part of the very fabric and character of our city, no more major loses like magic carpet golf and the Santa Rita Hotel. No more road building, we need to find better solutions than super highways that divide our community, no more road widening projects, who what to live in a city of freeways.. more bike commuter access and incentives, time to get creative, plenty of small cities have developed all kinds of models.
More and more accessible arts resources	Tucson has a thriving arts scene, but emerging artist could use more support in terms of materials, housing, and funding. avenues to public funding are often not available to individual artists, or groups without 501c3 status.
More public spaces	Especially downtown, lets transform the Ronstadt bus terminal into an outdoor plaza and performance venue. submerge the stone speedway intersection and expand the park to 3 corners servicing students and downtown. encourage food carts and bike parking.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 22/tucson 85716 // Years here: 26 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 380. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The weather in non-summer months	We can get out to enjoy nature and take walks.


What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Bike paths	The Bike paths are intermittent. Having attempted to ride around Tucson with my daughter, we could sometimes be able to ride safely on a designated path/lane for a couple of blocks, then be forced onto gravel or into the road for a few blocks, and back to a path etc. We gave it up when she fell off her bike where the path ended suddenly and turned into gravel. Too bad that Tucson isn't bike/walking friendly in all neighborhoods to encourage fitness.
Walking paths/sidewalks	The walking paths/sidewalks are intermittent. Having attempted to walk around Tucson with my husband, we could sometimes be able to walk safely on a sidewalks for a couple of blocks, then be forced onto gravel for a few blocks, and back to a sidewalk etc. Tucson isn't a walking friendly town.
Shady sidewalks/parking	I suppose we would need uninterrupted sidewalks to be able to request shade trees be planted! Shade trees for parking under would be good too!
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 381. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
University presence	Intellectual community and cultural community available, advanced medical care, research library, campus resources.
Weather	Being outdoors most of the year, recreation opportunities, ease of lifestyle, outdoor entertaining.
Feels like a small town	I see people I know everywhere, many many community ties and opportunities to interact socially.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Economy	Need more diverse industries; more knowledge based and high value industries; more sustainable industry as opposed to housing, mining, tourism, agriculture based on water.
Education	Public school system under siege by charter schools; state legislature sucking the life out of Tucson.
Political climate	Polarized; extremes; lack of leadership and people willing to put up with crazy Tea Baggers.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Speedway/Country Club 85716 // Years here: 35 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 382. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Saguaro National Park & other public lands	The preservation of the beautiful Sonoran Desert is so very important, as is the opportunity to experience so many outdoor recreational activities. It is especially important to me to be able to provide them to my children, as I was in my childhood.
Diversity	Tucson is a mix of multi-national people, including American, Hispanic, Tohono O'odham, and many countries, beliefs, and perspectives providing unique food, culture and experiences. What better place to experience the world without leaving home.

What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Water/Utility Use	We seem to think that here, even in a desert, that water is an endless commodity. As a community, we need to embrace conservation so we can preserve this town and the surrounding environment. By promoting reduce/reuse/recycle/rebuild we can conserve this precious resource. We also need to further explore alternative energy to support our metropolis, including solar, wind and even nuclear power.
Urban sprawl	Tucson has spread too wide, and therefore our resources are stretched thin, our pollution increased through increased travel, and our city core lost.
School system	I am worried about the educational experience my son will have here in Tucson due to the lack of support our schools seem to have, either from the community or the administrators. Children are our future, and educators are shaping that future. We need to put more into our schools and higher education, not baseball teams and convention centers.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Campbell & Grant 85719 // Years here: 15 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 383. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
My neighborhood is conveniently located with easy access to other areas.	Driving, traffic & time.
Knowing most of my neighbors.	Safety.
Cultural, outdoor, etc. activities	Staying active.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education. Control of school district administration/money.	Tax dollars . Arizona is so far down the list with educating our children Stop the waste.
Stop pandering to the special interest groups.	Gun control, marijuana, i.e. Rosemont Mine, illegal immigration (medical, services, anchor babies)
Convert utilities to underground.	Eyesore & dangerous.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: 1st./Ft. Lowell Rd. 85705 // Years here: 33 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 384. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Friendly people	Makes it enjoyable to go to events and meet people - who are very open and welcoming
So many clubs and activities	Opportunity to meet people
The theater and arts	The advantages of a big city in a small city
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
To make it more attractive in architecture and shrubbery put out by city	I�d like the city to look better. i think we need an architectural look depicting the 'old pueblo', and this needs to be taken into account when granting permits. we have some gorgeous buildings in Tucson and these could be the model. next, the plantings in street center dividers often look as if there has been no thought to it. one palm tree might be 5' tall and the one next to it is 15' tall. a little more artistic talent would go a LONG way to making our city more appealing.
Education	Better education would draw more industry. Rotary is doing a lot through volunteers to improve reading grade 1-3. But the schools need to step up to the plate with higher standards that teachers are held to.
Clean up downtown and 4th ave faster	I�m tired of waiting. it looks better than 10 years ago, but really!
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: broadway and craycroft 85711 // Years here: 11 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 385. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Big Town Small Town Attitude	I come from a smaller community and appreciate all the features tied to a small town where people know each other and are helpful and friendly.
Weather	I enjoy the medium range days very much when a person can do just about anything they wish.
Diversity	I enjoy being around people of varied background and culture. As they say, variety is the spice of life.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011
Survey: 386. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The mountains	Its beauty
The people	Laid back, caring
Cultural diversity	Lots of different arts, crafts, music, food...
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The politics	We need more people who care about the community and less about themselves
The economy	We need more well-paying jobs
The traffic	We need better mass transit and better quality streets
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Speedway/Columbus 85711 // Years here: 52 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 387. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sonoran Desert environment	I live her because of the natural beauty of this area - the desert and mountains - and the protected wilderness areas so close to a major city.
Friendly people	People here are extremely nice compared to other places, and it makes every day more pleasant for me.
Tucson's size	I think the city is just about the right size - big enough to have "culture", and small enough that you can escape to quiet places easily.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
I would severely limit gun ownership	I would feel safer if I didn't need to worry about the person next to me shooting me if he felt like it. No normal, civil society allows crazy people to carry high-powered guns wherever and whenever they want.
Improve public transpiration
Limit water consumption	Tucson is a desert, but we could make our water last longer if we conserved it by pricing it accordingly.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Craycroft and Speedway 85711 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 388. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
People	Diversity
Size	Advantages of a city with shopping, arts and activities, but with a large town feel.
Environment	I love the desert.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic patterns	Though I am grateful that we don't have freeways, there are times during morning and evening rush hour or when driving to Oro Valley that I wish we did.
Schools	The low national rating of our schools is embarrassing and says to the country that AZ doesn't value education. I would also form music education groups for school children.
Water/environment conservation	Make Tucson/AZ sustainable.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Sabino Canyon and Tanque Verde 85715 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 389. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diverse demographics	Someone can dress up or down and still be accepted in most restaurants, fine art performances, and attractions not to mention a huge variety of international foods in our town.
The weather	365 days a year, Tucson's weather is almost always perfect compared to the rest of the United States on any particular day.
Big city with quaint appeal.	We have almost everything Phoenix has except the Los Angeles feel. Tucson has 4 star resorts, restaurants, on and off Broadway plays and fine art venues, lots of quality golf courses and attractions. Let's not forget all the outdoor activities. I feel Tucson has a lot to offer.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tucson has a lot to offer in the summer months	Tucson's guests mention that the summer's are to hot. In reality, one makes adjustments to the weather just as they would make adjustments in other parts of the United States during the winter. There is a lot to offer in Tucson during June, July, and August.
Upgrade the transportation routes.	During the months from October through May are routes are maxed out.
Improve Tucson image to encourage clean industry	Tucson has a lot of very qualified, intelligent, talented population to fill any need for any clean industry that wants to relocated in the Tucson area.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Home near: Silverbell & Ironwood Hill Road 85745 // Years here: 59 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 390. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diversity of population	I appreciate the variety of people and views.
Progressive political attitudes	Compassion for people and those less fortunate.
Desert environment	Natural beauty and warm winters.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Increase services to elderly and mentally ill.	Vulnerable elderly and mentally ill need services to help them function well in their homes and the community.
Increase funding for education.	Prioritize quality education and make higher education accessible for low income.
Stop the racist antagonism and prejudice.	Stop the discrimination and targeting of Hispanics and the gay community.
Date of survey: Feb 08, 2011 // Years here: 34 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 391. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
History	Our Tucson community history.
History	The people that have lived here.
History	The places that were and are here.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	For the sake of Tucson.
Education	For so many people that are not informed.
Education	To the places that are dear to the heart.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Years here: 53 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 392. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The desert	The beauty that surrounds us.
The warmth	The minimal amount of cold weather
Proximity of things	I am able to bike to things if I want.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Connection of Bike Lanes	Annoying at times to have a bike lane end and no real choice of how to continue the ride safely.
Make University St/Main Gate a pedestrian only area	There is a lot of pedestrian, bike, trolley and cars that make this a scary area.
High speed train connection to Phoenix	The driving between the two cities is getting very congested and it would be great to have a safe convenient way to travel between the two.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Speedway & Country Club 85716 // Years here: 25 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 393. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The weather	Living in a warm climate is important to me because I have a chronic medical condition that requires me to live in a warm area.
The natural beauty and access to nature	I love to go hiking, and feel Tucson is a great location for anyone who likes the outdoors.
The pace of life	People here seem to be more relaxed. Tucson is a big city but it has a small town feels a lot of the time.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
There are way to many empty plots of land	The dust that results from these empty lots is bad for air quality and can affect everyone.
It would be nice if there was a light rail system	The amount of cars on the road causes congestion a lot of the time. Light rail could help reduce emissions, and provide more of a cosmopolitan feel.
The restaurants in the area close too early	It would be nice to go out for dinner and not have all the restaurants close at 9 or 10. Other big cities offer more of a late night experience.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: St. Mary's and Silverbell 85745 // Years here: 12 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 394. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town atmosphere	I moved to Tucson in 2006 and find that I often meet people that I am acquainted with in other parts of the city.
Weather
Location where the desert and mountains are easily accessible
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Traffic congestion	It takes a long time to travel short distances, waiting 2-3 cycles at traffic signals.
General upkeep of residences	I have been active in my neighborhood ( President for 3 years and currently vice president) Association. I have been unable to generate interest in general improvements in appearances.
Crime	There seems to be an attitude that crime is o.k. unless it affects me.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Mountain and Grant 85719 // Years here: 5 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 395. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The desert	We have some of the most beautiful desert anywhere. We do need to re-double our efforts to protect it. Run-away development has ruined too much of it.
Community feeling	I like that we have a community that, on the whole, works together. I also like that we have a democratically controlled local government that keeps so of the abuses of big business at bay.
Size	I was in Phoenix this weekend and "No Thanks" - a life spent on freeways is not a life.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Get a regional transportation game together	If we do not want the area paved over with freeways, we have to develop alternative ways to deal with transportation
Need to continue to bring in clean business	The tech sector has to keep growing to create the jobs we need.
Go solar and green wherever possible	New technologies and the climate in Tucson should make us a leader in solar power. Through Pima Community College I built a solar hot water heater about 30 years ago - that has saved me lots of money in that time. I would like to see existing buildings (public and private) retrofitted for solar.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Orange Grove and Thornydale 85741 // Years here: 63 // Born in the: 30s
Survey: 396. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Vibrant university community	I did grad school at UA and I really like still being connected to them through my work and on committees. I think the UofA is really involved in this community in so many ways. A university also draws creative thinkers, good entertainment, and enables us to have events like the Festival of Books.
Volunteerism	I never knew a community so willing and eager to volunteer! We have almost more volunteers than we can train to do our work! And we have volunteers who have dedicated themselves to our work as jobs and are giving many, many hours over the course of months and even years!
Fight for education	Arizona definitely struggles with being the bottom of the nation in education, but Tucson has pockets of brilliance in its education system and many, many people who believe in education and speak out for it. We need more, though! We still have to fight for every little bit.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Literacy	This needs to be a focus in every community, but Tucson has HUGE need for literacy development in every age group! We have too many children struggling and it's often related to their parents' struggles or lack of literacy. We need to support adult education programs in order to help support children's literacy, too!
Educated workforce	Related to the above, I think Tucson can't attract employers because it doesn't have a ready, educated, literate workforce. Tucson can't attract all the businesses that it could because without the workforce, businesses know they don't have a market for their products/services as they would elsewhere. We need to get people ready to work!
College readiness	Students leave school and even graduate with very low literacy rates. They want to go to college but either can't keep up and leave, or are destined to "waste" their PELL grants on full loads of developmental courses that don't count towards their degree/certificate program. Students just aren't prepared for college level work. We need to bridge high school and adult education programs to get people into college who will succeed!
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Pima & Swan 85712 // Years here: 17 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 397. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The vast cultural heritage	I have the opportunity to take advantage of the many cultures that make up Tucson by how I spend my time. Besides our Hispanic heritage we have the native Indian culture and the many other people who have come here to live. We easily can avail ourselves of these rich cultures and benefit from all of them.
The many educational opportunities	The university is only one educational opportunity in Tucson. There are many parks and hiking trails. There are non-profit opportunities that allow sharing of knowledge and there is a large community of elders with wisdom to share.
The community feeling	I get the feeling in Tucson that it has the will to take care of itself and that nothing is too big to deal with. Therefore, I feel that Tucson will always find a way to be there for its residents.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More interaction between cultures	We have rich diversity that is often compartmentalized. People in different cultures or neighborhoods often don't understand each other because they don't intermingle in a meaningful way.
100% literacy through 100% participation	Adult literacy is a bigger and more overarching problem than we realize. It affects employment, self-esteem and the way people are able to vote and participate in their community. How we deal with this will affect the quality of our future.
Create a viable downtown	Only with a center does a city come to life and survive. This has become an issue for Tucson.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: River and Campbell 85718 // Years here: 48 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 398. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Opportunities to take classes at the University	The Humanities Seminar Program. My recently retired husband and I love the classes.
The variety of cultural events and entertainment	What a rich arts environment Tucson has. The scope of the arts run the gambit of whatever the mind can conjure up. Theater, big and small, The University's Theater, Film and Television presentations. Galleries...public and private. Tucsonans love to READ.
Our unique Sonoran Desert!!!!	Our little acre! The fauna and flora. The ground squirrels, coyotes, hawks, quail, etc. The yellow season: Palo Verdes, Mesquites, Brittle bush, fairy duster, Saguaros etc, etc.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Wider acceptance and protections for the "Gay" community	Too many in the gay community still have to live in the closets.
Continue to keep our streets clean	We all feel better if the environment is clean. Streets, bus stops, sidewalks, parking lots.
More free public art and live performances	Tucsonans love music and art. I believe we need a State of the Art theatre such as Minneapolis has in the Guthrie! Or Museum such as the Guggenheim in New York, or Spain.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Years here: 16 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 399. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The beauty and accessibility of the desert	I love walking, hiking and biking in the desert. It is so beautiful and I would love to keep it pristine.
The ability to generate energy from the sun	We have solar panels and a solar hot water heater. I enjoy not having to rely on power generated electricity
I have been here for a long time so I have many friends	Most of my created family is here and that is very nourishing
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Increase bicycle commuting by creating more carless greenways	I do bicycle commute at times and I have to ride on fast streets and bumpy roads that often have glass and other trash on them. I would like to be safe while commuting and I think this would increase the number of bicycle commuters as well, decrease pollution and car traffic.
Move it out of Arizona	Tucson is a beautiful community but the State of Arizona is trying to smother the things that make it unique such as the Latin American studies programs at Tucson High. We need to maintain our uniqueness and break off into Baja Arizona.
Fewer big box stores and chains.	Tucson used to be a sleepy little burg and the more time goes on the less personal and intimate it becomes. the chain stores have created a feeling of us being just like every other town in America and it feels bad.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Grant/1st 85719 // Years here: 36 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 400. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sense of community	Feeling a sense of belonging and connection. Everyone is working together to better our community, not just living separate lives. People take pride in their neighborhoods. The city puts on events that bring people together and builds infrastructure in a way that allows people to convene in public spaces (east side not included, unfortunately).
Localism	Similar to above. Tucson investing in local economies, local food, local events, local culture. We need to support the entrepreneurial spirit of individuals in a way that inspires creativity, quality and sustainability.
Sustainability	Non-profits, personal choices, economic incentives, water-saving, etc. We need to build a community that is able to live off of the local natural resources, limit outside commodities, and limit waste/pollution. We are far from it, but there are many people making a strong effort.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
A growth plan that puts sustainability measures first	We need to base our community plans, systems, and decisions on a foundation of long-term environmental sustainability. We need incentives for people to change their businesses and lifestyles and disincentives for the status-quo. There will not be a Tucson for our great-grandchildren without a new sustainable plan.
Limit on water consumption	Require households and businesses to reduce their water consumption. We are using more water than naturally exists in this area and are killing the Colorado River.
More bike friendly routes and community gardens	Biking is the most viable alternative mode of transportation. Gardens will reconnect our community to healthy food and each other.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: University and Stone 58705 // Years here: 1 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 401. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Climate	Able to hike and be outdoors
Interesting happenings	Opportunities to enjoy music, poetry, art
Food choices	Food is important and with farmers markets and the food co-op there are great choices in Tucson
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More bicycle routes	Make bicycle commuting easier


Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Tanque Verde and Catalina HWY 85749 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 402. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Friendliness	No matter where you go, for example, the grocery store, you find people willing to take time and talk about anything. I love feeling the community of friendliness.
Weather	Okay, i know it's hot, but there are 8 months of the best weather in the USA. And, all you have to do is stay in the air conditioning in the summer. It is great telling my friends back east that the weather is just great here.
Scenery	The Catalinas are a beautiful mountain range that acts as a backdrop to Tucson. Walking in Sabino Canyon is always a great pleasure.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Education	The Tucson education system is a failure, and it makes people with children think twice before moving to Tucson. Companies have a hard time recruiting.


Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Craycroft 85711 // Years here: 12 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 403. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
City that feels like a town	Tucson has a unique combo of big city convenience and small town friendliness that make it a wonderful place to live and raise kids.
Easy access to nature	I love being outdoors--for exercise, for relaxing, for family get-togethers--and Tucson has tons of wilderness/semi-wilderness spots that are easy to get to.
Culturally interesting	In spite of being a smallish city, Tucson offers some cool big-city type cultural activities, along with lots of awesome homegrown, unique-to-Tucson type events
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?



Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011
Survey: 404. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diverse community	As a community we come from many traditions. We don't all look alike, we do not think alike. But we have a strength in embracing our differences.
Warm weather	I do not like to go to bed with cold feet. Most of the year this is not a problem, except this winter.
Our mountains surrounding, both views and access	We have access to wild areas, hiking close to the city. We have wild life in town. We do not need to go far to enjoy an outdoors wild experience.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Civic engagement and responsibility	Folks complain, but usually do nothing to wrestle with the issues that they complain about.
Create a more stable population	So many people stay for awhile, then move on. They lack commitment for the long term.
Create a sustainable tax base for what govt needs to do.	We have become like a third world country for our civic environment: potholes, failed state. There is a role for government and we do need to pay for that.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Speedway/Tucson Blvd 85719 // Years here: 35 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 405. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Activities available	Golf, hiking, theater, restaurants,
Weather	Number of days of sunshine, ability to be outside nearly everyday, beautiful Sonoran dessert, beautiful skies and sunsets, etc.
Sense of community	The people here are wonderful. We have more friends here than we've ever had in our lives. There is a feeling that people care about each other.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
I I would beautify the community wherever possible.	The run-down areas give a bad impression of the city. So many areas could be improved by simple landscaping (xeriscape). I personally care very much about the way a community looks.
I would do whatever it takes to "bring back" the downtown area and bring it back to life.	I would love to have an "ALIVE" downtown area. Tucson seems like a perfect setting for a community that is bustling with activity. I would love to frequent a downtown area that has a lot going on.
I would put a lot more money into the Tucson schools and education.	.I have granddaughters in school in Tucson. I volunteer in their schools every week. I can see so many needs that the schools have even though they are doing a fantastic job with the resources they have.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Oracle and Saddlebrooke Boulevard 85739 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 40s
Survey: 406. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Different cultures	Come from a very small town that had minimal variety in population
Many activities for the community	Each weekend there is a different activity going on and is well advertised
Its weather	Come from a very dry weather.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Politics	Not all the people are involved in the choice making of development for Tucson


Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: valencia 85756 // Years here: 2 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 407. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Saguaro's	They only occur here in Southern Arizona!
Saguaro National Park	Its awesome!
Mix of Cultures	Blending of the Hispanic, Native American and Anglo cultures...
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Sensible gun laws	The State of Arizona is out of control...
Transportation	Hard to get around, need light rail...
Downtown	Need to make it more attractive...
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Broadway and Houghton 85748 // Years here: 8 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 408. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Small town feel / Big town options	Big town options include good art, entertainment and other community events including good restaurants. Tucson is a smaller city with really good big town options. I love the scale of Tucson and appreciate it's reach towards big town options...
Outdoor activities	Tucson is an absolutely beautiful place to live. Being able to experience the outdoors is essential. We need to maintain great outdoor venues, less trafficked areas etc...
People	My experience is that Tucson seems to attract wonderful, thoughtful, caring, people who love living here and personally invest in community well being.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Transportation	I live central/east side. It would be great to jump on a train (light rail?) that would quickly and efficiently take me to shows or restaurants at the university or downtown.
Government structure	I don't understand the county/city thing. Can we please consolidate and create a unified governance structure for the region?

Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Wilmot/5th 85711 // Years here: 9 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 409. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather	Though we had a recent cold spell, there's nothing like the mild winters here we've come to enjoy.
Flora & Fauna	Saw a roadrunner yesterday. A Gila Woodpecker keeps barking at me every time I go out the back door. I can't believe how many plants have been lost to the freeze.
Small town attitude	Though I complain at times over the provincialism, I'm actually happy to live in a small town (even though it's not). I have a better sense of community here, and I don't feel overwhelmed by the size and scope of the city. Tucson is manageable.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Population	Town is getting too big and crowded. I dread having to make cross city trips. Encourage density downtown.
Mass Transit	Create a climate where the use of mass transit is the norm, not the exception. A trolly is not enough, planning for high-speed rail to Phx and cross town should commence now.
Civility	With all these churches around here, you'd think the people would be nicer. Local and state obsession with guns has got to change. Guns in schools? Are you nuts?
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Houghton & Tanque Verde 85749 // Years here: 20 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 410. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Outdoor/natural spaces	Hiking, nature, enjoying the climate.
Opportunities for children	Library programs, children's museum, kid's activities.
University of Arizona	Anchor for the community; public events; public space.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Urban planning needs improvement	Addressing urban sprawl, water issues, beautification of the city. Worried about the long term sustainability of Tucson.
Public education.	Need better public schools. Smaller class sizes would be a start. I have a small child and I want a good education for him.
Sewage odor	Certain neighborhoods are plagued by the smell of sewage. We used to live in a neighborhood like that. Also, a new park for children by the Rillito river walk often smells of sewage.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Grant and Country Club 85716 // Years here: 10 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 411. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Art/theatre/music	Art in all forms - craft/theater/music brings a sense of community, neighborhoods, peace, and sharing and creating. It allows for a sense of expressing feelings and expressing who we are!
Sense of community/neighborhood	This bonds us and helps keep Tucson safe, clean and strong which can only help us grow.
Natural beauty	The beauty that surrounds the area - this must be preserved. There's nothing like getting up and seeing a gorgeous sunrise/sunset in the mountains; or walk to a park where there are native plants/vegetation/flowers. We must maintain areas like this ALL over Tucson and preserve our land!
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Homeless/street people	There has to be placement for these poor people. they have to be removed from alleys for the safety of all.
Graffiti & vandalism of desolate property	This may tie to gangs/problems with street people - selling of spray paint; crime watches. catching people doing this; this is destructive and brings down property values.
Desolate buildings/build up businesses	Using 1st Street as an example, empty buildings where a lot of businesses have gone down, build these back up to improve the area; reuse these buildings, or tear them down and drive business to the area to help the area so homeowners don't lose their property value and things get booming again. It's looking very bad over here and going downhill and there's no reason for it!
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: 1st & Grant 85719 // Years here: 1 // Born in the: 50s
Survey: 412. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Diversity	It is important to me that I live in a place with multiple views and cultural influences that add to a the richness life has to offer
Strong support for non-profits	The fact that so many non-profits can be sustained is a reflection on the social spirit of the people living here. It is important that I live amongst community minded folks.
Artistic and cultural opportunities	With Tucson's diversity and support for non-profits, we also have a vibrant and unique arts community. Artists, musicians, performers of all kinds, even chefs, help us celebrate our culture while bringing people together. I like having so many opportunities to be involved with my community.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More support for education	Education is the key to an innovative and empowered society. We must invest in education to create a healthy, sustainable community. Education fights crime, homelessness, abuse and unwanted pregnancy, etc. etc.
More support for literacy	Although literacy falls under 'education,' a concerted effort to increase all kinds of literacy is an active way to address the need for increased agency amongst our residents. A community that embraces literacy attracts and retains "the right crowd," which ultimately creates a stronger infrastructure and more robust economy.
More support for the Arts	Artists are what make this community thrive, yet public funding is critically low, placing a heavy burden on private donors and the artists themselves. As a community we need to place artists in a position of higher financial priority-- think Austin and Portland...
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Craycroft and Broadway 85711 // Years here: 36 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 413. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The desert ecosystem	It is beautiful and it sustains our community via ecosystem services. I also like the unusual look of our landscapes.
The Mexican cultural influences	Great food, great tequila, great relaxed attitude.
The liberalism	Well, compared to the rest of the state! It is the San Francisco of Arizona.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More water conservation	We need to increase our water security by conservation, harvesting, and reuse, or our community will become unlivable.
More bike paths -- less traffic	I would like to ride my bike to work but there is no safe route for a beginner like me.
More food security	We should have more community gardens specifically serving poor neighborhoods. With climate change, food security (and water conservation) will become paramount.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: First Avenue and Roger 85705 // Years here: 9 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 414. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Beautiful surroundings and great weather	I love the natural beauty of the desert.
Kind and generous people	The people of Tucson are (generally speaking) accepting of diversity.
Lots of fun things to do	I enjoy the variety of cultural events and outdoor activities.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Increased literacy rates	Improving literacy rates, especially in adults, will benefit the economics and health of Tucsonans and strengthen our community.
Better stewardship of the desert/natural resources	Once the desert and water are gone, they cannot be replaced. We must protect these from both natural and economic invaders.
Litter pick-up and graffiti abatement	Having a clean city makes me proud and enhances the natural beauty. Litter and graffiti are a distraction.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: River & Campbell 85718 // Years here: 3 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 415. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
The people	Tucson is full of progressive, educated people from diverse backgrounds. I have met so many interesting people since I've moved here and I love the community my family has formed. People are very open minded and also not a part of the east coast rat race so there is no pressure to impress people or conform to certain ideals.
The bicycling	I enjoy being a bike traveler and I have for many years used my bike as my primary mode of transport. Not only is Tucson well suited for this because of the climate, but also because of the mostly adequate network of bike lanes and bike routes. Plus, lots and lots of people bike places so it is not unusual to show up somewhere on your bike.
Cultural opportunities	I like the music concerts, plays, shows and good food that we find here in Tucson. Because of the UA and also downtown venues, we have seen lots of great performances in Tucson and found many interesting cultural activities to take part in.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Move it to a more blue state.	The politics in Phoenix make me sick to my stomach on a regular basis and I hate living in a state that seems to have so many conservative ideologues living in it. I wish Arizona was more politically in tune with Tucson so we didn't have to deal with so many bad political decisions coming from Phoenix.
Improve education	I recently had a baby and I have serious doubts about whether I will stay in Tucson long term because I can't imagine putting my son through school here. I grew up in New Jersey, a state with high taxes and outstanding public schools and I often think about moving to a state that values children and education more than Arizona. Since we are 49th in education, it wouldn't be hard to find a state that is doing a better job in this area.
More/better alternative transportation	Tucson is well suited for a real modern streetcar system (not just one short line like we're going to get from the UA to downtown). I would love to see comprehensive rail lines running east/west and north/south so that people could get places without driving. I HATE the excessive car traffic in Tucson. I would also like to see better bike routes with greater connectivity. I don't like riding on bike lanes on busy car roads, but often these are the only ways to get from one side of town to another.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Tucson/Grant 85716 // Years here: 6 // Born in the: 80s
Survey: 416. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
More liberal social environment than the rest of AZ	Conservatism is literally killing the planet and enslaving all life (human and non-human) in its endless greed and fear. there is much less of this in Tucson.
Less sprawl/development than Phoenix	Sprawl is ugly, expensive and pointless. much less here.
Sunny and warm	I like sunny and warm
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Tie all future development to paying for its own water and services	Developers build on pristine land, expect the tax payers to foot the bill for their destruction
Better mass transportation system	Basically it currently sucks. lower the price, increase hours of operation and frequency of service. other cities that have done this actually found that it improved things, brought in more revenue.
Secede from phoenix	Tell the bone headed fascists that if they want to live as slaves of corporations they are welcome to do so but we have no interest in doing so.
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: 4th Ave and Grant 85705 // Years here: 12 // Born in the: 60s
Survey: 417. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Weather!	I like to do things outside
The Mexican food	I like to eat
UA	I like the excitement and sports events
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
We need a better venue than the TCC	We never get good concerts or acts here
Downtown	Rio Nuevo is a joke - something needs to happen or we will lose the gem show
Bring back spring training baseball	We have lost a ton of revenue because the city wouldn't improve the facilities down here
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Silverbell and Ruthrauf 85745 // Years here: 15 // Born in the: 70s
Survey: 418. What do you LIKE the most about our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Outdoor activities	I like to spend time outdoors, and I want that value instilled in my children
Weather	We couldn't enjoy Tucson if we have East Coast weather!
Community values	I appreciate the small town feel of Tucson, and the sense of community that we have. Makes for a friendlier place.
What would you most like to CHANGE in our community/region?	Why is this important? How does this affect you?
Better public transportation	For three reasons: (1) traffic is ugly and no one wants to deal with it; (2) environmental concerns; (3) better access to all Tucson has to offer
Improved downtown area	Tucson is too spread out, and a bustling community center that has shops, restaurants, stores, etc. that is most importantly _walkable_ boosts community even more.
More funding for education	I have children
Date of survey: Feb 09, 2011 // Home near: Speedway and Country Club 85716 // Years here: 12 // Born in the: 60s

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