Public Opinion Survey

StatementStrongly AgreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeNo Opinion
Quality of Life and EconomyStrongly AgreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeNo Opinion
Generally, completed transportation projects have been constructed in a way that enhances the area
Overall, the transportation network enhances the quality of my life by allowing me to travel in a safe and efficient manner.
I am able to travel by the transportation mode I want to most of the time
I consider the transportation network in the San Antonio area an asset to businesses or people wishing to expand or locate to the San Antonio area
When deciding how to make a typical daily trip, my car is the only safe, convenient and affordable mode available to me to travel to work
When deciding how to make a typical daily trip, my car is the only safe, convenient and affordable mode available to me to travel to the grocery store
My travel time gets longer every year
Do you regularly drive or ride in a private automobile?
If NO, then skip to Transit Section.
Yes No
Highway/Auto TravelStrongly AgreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeNo Opinion
Traveling by car is generally safe in the San Antonio area
There is a park and ride lot where I need one
I would not object to an extra 5 to 10 minutes in my commute if the route was attractively landscaped/scenic
The major roads and bridges that I use regularly are in good condition (few potholes, smooth surfaces, stable shoulders, good drainage, etc.)
I am concerned about the safety of the roads and bridges over which I travel
The San Antonio area needs more expressways
I would object to an expressway going through or near my neighborhood
Overall, driving in the San Antonio area is a pleasant experience.
Do you ever ride public transit? Yes No
Do you use public transit to commute to work or school?
If you answered NO to BOTH, questions, then skip to the Bicycling and Walking Section.
Yes No
Public TransitStrongly AgreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeNo Opinion
Bus route and schedule information is accessible to me
Buses operate when I need to travel
Buses operate where I need to travel
VIA Metropolitan Transit has enough bus shelters on the route I use regularly
The buses are always clean
The buses I ride are always on schedule
Overall, I am satisfied with VIA Metropolitan Transit
Bicycling and WalkingStrongly AgreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeNo Opinion
When I walk, I find obstacles to getting to where I need to go
The sidewalks in my neighborhood are in good condition
The sidewalks near my workplace are in good condition
There are enough sidewalks in my neighborhood
It is easy for me walk to lunch, shopping, etc. from my place of work
It is safe for the children in my neighborhood to walk to school
It is safe for the children in my neighborhood to walk to recreation areas
When I ride my bike, I find obstacles to getting to where I want to go.
There are enough separated bike paths and/or bike lanes in my neighborhood
I live close enough to work, schools, shopping to bike to those locations (if a safe bike route were available)
I feel safe biking in my neighborhood
I feel safe biking to some shopping areas
I feel safe biking to my place of work/school
It is safe for the children in my neighborhood to bike to the local public elementary school.
It is safe for the children in my neighborhood to bike to the local public middle school.
It is safe for the children in my neighborhood to bike to the local public high school.
Overall, biking is a pleasant experience for me.
EnvironmentStrongly AgreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeNo Opinion
The noise and emissions from cars, buses, and trucks in the San Antonio area creates an environmental problem
The emissions from cars, buses, and trucks in the San Antonio area lead to poor air quality on a regular basis
The use of cars, buses, and trucks in the San Antonio area lead to poor water quality
Active green space (e.g. hike and bike trails) is more desirable than passive green space (e.g. landscaping, screening and buffers)
The noise and emissions from cars, buses, and trucks seems to be getting worse every year
Flooded streets are a real problem in the San Antonio area
I am concerned about the water quality impact of added roadways
I am concerned about the air quality impact of increased auto traffic
I am concerned about increased noise pollution from added auto traffic
Congestion ManagementStrongly AgreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeNo Opinion
Traffic congestion affects my journey to work
Traffic congestion affects my travel on weekends
Traffic congestion gets noticeably worse every year
I often drive on back roads and residential streets to avoid congested highways
There is a significant amount of cut through traffic in my neighborhood due to congestion
Overall, congestion is managed well
Transportation PlanningStrongly AgreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeNo Opinion
I knew what an MPO was before I accessed this website
I am aware of how transportation projects are selected
I am aware the MPO has a long-range transportation plan
Transportation planning is done well by the MPO
Enough is done to address the transportation needs of the elderly, disabled, children, and the low-income population
Other QuestionsStrongly AgreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeNo Opinion
I would use transit to go to work sometimes if there were a stop immediately outside my front door and another at my place of work
I would use transit to go to work sometimes if there were a stop at the end of my block and one within one block of my place of work
How willing are you to try the following modes of transportation?Very WillingWillingNot WillingNo answer
Car pool to work
Cycling
Walking
Public Transportation
Utilize tolled lanes
Work from home
Telecommute several days per week
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More about you
What is your gender? Male Female
What is your age category? Under 18
18 - 24
25 - 34
35 - 44
45 - 54
55 - 64
65 or older
In what zip code do you reside?
Is there a bus stop convenient to your house? Yes No Do not know
Is there a bus stop convenient to your work? Yes No Do not know
How many licensed drivers are there in your household?
How many working automobiles do you have in your household?
Do you regularly work from home or telecommute? Yes No