Rapid City Comprehensive Plan: Questionnaire 2 Opportunities and Priorities

Introduction

Thank you for taking the time to participate in this second questionnaire for the Rapid City Comprehensive Plan update. This questionnaire builds on the valuable feedback we’ve already received from the community through the first set of Open Houses, community interviews, drop-in events and Questionnaire 1 results. This next phase we’re asking for your help to try and prioritizing specific community goals that the Plan should emphasize.

This survey is an opportunity to share your perspective on a wide range of topics, including housing, economic development, infrastructure, education, recreation, and more. By contributing your ideas and priorities, you’ll play an essential role in setting the direction for our City’s Comprehensive Plan goals and policies,

For each question, please choose your top three choices.

Part 1: Element Questions

1. What are your top three priorities to improve the economy?

a. Attract more skilled workers by supporting higher education, providing affordable housing, and enhancing community amenities.

b. Support the creation of higher-wage jobs by attracting more industries.

c. Boost business startups by reducing barriers, sharing resources, and offering incentives.

d. Help existing businesses grow with resources and ongoing support.

e. Upgrade infrastructure in key business areas.

f. Expand walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods close to job centers.

g. Review regulations and ensure the language is easy to understand.

h. Improve and expand the airport.

Other

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2. What are your top three priorities to improve education?

a. Improve school buildings and facilities using community funds.

b. Work with schools, colleges, and training programs to plan for things like student housing and campus improvements.

c. Share more resources between the City and schools.

d. Explore options for repurposing or reuse of school facilities upon closures.

e. Link schools and training programs with employers for job preparation.

f. Expand learning opportunities for all ages.

g. Attract and retain teachers with better pay, benefits, and support.

h. Support Rapid City graduate retention and student recruitment through better housing, jobs, and entertainment.

Other

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3. What are your top three priorities to improve housing?

a. Develop a strategy to increase quality affordable housing development.

b. Incentivize affordable housing development in existing neighborhoods.

c. Create guidelines to manage the growth of short-term rentals responsibly.

d. Incentivize more variety in housing types to meet the needs of all life stages.

e. Broaden housing programs beyond current funding sources.

f. Expand supportive housing programs for vulnerable people.

g. Promote mixed-use developments that blend housing with community spaces.

h. Preserve historic homes and support context-sensitive housing.

Other

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4. What are your top three priorities to improve design and community character?

a. Create more vibrant and unique public spaces.

b. Establish standards to improve the design and appearance of the community's gateways and entrance corridors.

c. Use more native plants in public spaces to reduce water use and maintenance.

d. Encourage mixed-use developments that combine housing, retail, and office spaces to create walkable neighborhoods.

e. Preserve scenic views of the Black Hills by guiding building heights and designs.

f. Promote tree-lined streets and landscaped medians to improve comfort and walkability.

g. Promote energy-efficiency in new buildings and renovations to support long-term cost savings.

h. Invest more in keeping public spaces and streets clean and attractive.

Other

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5. What are your top three priorities to improve infrastructure?

a. Support compact growth and infill development to prepare for future infrastructure upgrades.

b. Prioritize roads and utilities in infill areas to attract investment.

c. Coordinate utility and transportation projects for efficiency.

d. Ensure new developments meet high infrastructure standards and connect to existing systems.

e. Avoid scattered developments by making sure infrastructure is ready before approving new growth.

f. Expand internet and broadband access.

g. Maintain and expand the City's water, sewer, and drainage systems to accommodate current and future growth.

h. Collaborate with Box Elder and Pennington City to share resources and address infrastructure needs.

Other

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6. What are your top three priorities to improve public services and facilities?

a. Expand library resources to serve the community.

b. Support emergency responders by positioning additional resources in growing areas of the City.

c. Support organizations that offer mental health treatment and rehabilitation programs.

d. Implement strategies to reduce waste and ease pressure on the landfill.

e. Improve healthcare services by attracting medical professionals and expanding services.

f. Enhance the City's stormwater management and flood control systems.

g. Invest in energy efficiency, water conservation and waste reduction for City facilities.

h. Improve the maintenance and energy efficiency of public buildings and spaces.

Other

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7. What are your top three priorities to improve connectivity and transportation?

a. Expand options for walking, biking, and public transit to make it easier to get around.

b. Ensure gaps in sidewalks, trails, and bike lanes are filled and new networks are included in new developments.

c. Improve pedestrian crossings near schools and busy areas.

d. Expand bus services to meet the needs of a growing community.

e. Upgrade and maintain roads, bridges, and intersections to handle increased traffic.

f. Improve bus shelters and transit stops to make public transit more comfortable and accessible.

g. Develop transportation hubs where people can easily switch between buses, bikes, and cars.

h. Improve street lighting, signage, and safety features on trails and roadways.

Other

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8. What are your top three priorities to improve recreation and open space?

a. Build more parks, trails, and recreation areas in growing and underserved neighborhoods.

b. Make parks and trails easier to use and more accessible.

c. Invest in more sports facilities, like sports complexes, courts, and fields.

d. Conserve open spaces, wildlife areas, and natural resources.

e. Add more family-friendly spaces like dog parks, playgrounds, and gathering areas.

f. Improve access to current parks and trails in underserved areas.

g. Expand and improve current recreation facilities to keep them in good condition.

h. Continue protecting the floodplain and educate the community about its importance.

Other

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9. What are your top three priorities to improve arts and culture?

a. Promote events and programs that bring energy to Downtown and support local businesses.

b. Create more opportunities for local artists to showcase their work and collaborate with the community.

c. Further protect and celebrate Rapid City's historic buildings and resources.

d. Further preserve cultural heritage like community traditions, art and cultural sites.

e. Strengthen partnerships with local tribes, schools, and community groups.

f. Incorporate additional art, culture, and educational elements into parks and public spaces.

g. Encourage more use of art and culture in urban design and redevelopment projects.

h. Explore requiring new developments to either implement artistic structures or pay a fee-in-lieu to support community arts.

Other

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10. What are your top three priorities to improve community engagement and regional coordination?

a. Offer more engaging meeting events, workshops, and online forums for easier participation.

b. Collaborate with neighboring areas like Pennington City, Black Hawk, and Box Elder to plan land use and tackle common challenges.

c. Encourage more proactive community involvement in safety efforts.

d. Partner with local groups to improve access to healthy, affordable food.

e. Make City operations more efficient through new technology.

f. Strengthen communication channels between City government and the public.

g. Support efforts to reduce discrimination and promote inclusivity.

h. Expand outreach to underserved communities.

Other

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Part 2: Demographics Section

The demographic section of this questionnaire is intended to help us understand who we are hearing from and where further outreach efforts are needed. This information is not shared outside of this process and is used as a gauge to help ensure equitable representation.

For any questions that you do not feel comfortable answering, feel free to choose “I prefer not to answer."

1. What is your name and email?
(Optional: Please provide if you would like project updates)

2. Where in Rapid City do you live?
Please provide your closest cross streets or neighborhood name.

What is your race/ethnicity?

White

Black or African-American

Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish

Asian

American Indian or Alaska Native

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

Other

I prefer not to answer

Select a response

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Questionnaire #2

Questionnaire #2

Rapid City Comprehensive Plan: Questionnaire 2 Opportunities and Priorities

Introduction

Part 1: Element Questions

1. What are your top three priorities to improve the economy?

2. What are your top three priorities to improve education?

3. What are your top three priorities to improve housing?

4. What are your top three priorities to improve design and community character?

5. What are your top three priorities to improve infrastructure?

6. What are your top three priorities to improve public services and facilities?

7. What are your top three priorities to improve connectivity and transportation?

8. What are your top three priorities to improve recreation and open space?

9. What are your top three priorities to improve arts and culture?

10. What are your top three priorities to improve community engagement and regional coordination?

Part 2: Demographics Section

1. What is your name and email?
(Optional: Please provide if you would like project updates)

2. Where in Rapid City do you live?
Please provide your closest cross streets or neighborhood name.

What is your age?

What is your race/ethnicity?

Questionnaire #2

Questionnaire #2

Rapid City Comprehensive Plan: Questionnaire 2 Opportunities and Priorities

Introduction

Part 1: Element Questions

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1. What are your top three priorities to improve the economy?

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2. What are your top three priorities to improve education?

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3. What are your top three priorities to improve housing?

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4. What are your top three priorities to improve design and community character?

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5. What are your top three priorities to improve infrastructure?

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6. What are your top three priorities to improve public services and facilities?

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7. What are your top three priorities to improve connectivity and transportation?

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8. What are your top three priorities to improve recreation and open space?

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9. What are your top three priorities to improve arts and culture?

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10. What are your top three priorities to improve community engagement and regional coordination?

Part 2: Demographics Section

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1. What is your name and email? (Optional: Please provide if you would like project updates)

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2. Where in Rapid City do you live? Please provide your closest cross streets or neighborhood name.

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What is your age?

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What is your race/ethnicity?

1. What is your name and email?
(Optional: Please provide if you would like project updates)

2. Where in Rapid City do you live?
Please provide your closest cross streets or neighborhood name.