Calling All U City Residents; Opinions Wanted

The recently hired by University City is seeking input from all residents via an online survey.

City Manager Lehman Walker said is working with U City to develop marketing plans and increased public communications to promote the advantages of the community.

The survey helps identify and measure residential perceptions regarding the values, branding and reputation of U City.

In August, with some residents. Walker said the online survey is an opportunity for all residents to provide input, "to this important effort.”

Click here to link to the survey. Avant says the survey takes about 5 minutes.

Below are some questions from the survey.

• What would you say is University City's greatest strength?
• What would you say is University City's greatest weakness?
• What one thing would you change about University City?
• Do you have any suggestions in regard to improving the public communications from the City or City Government?

It also asks residents to rate the following from 1 to 10, with 1 being the lowest rating.

• Location   
• Parks & Recreation
• Economy   
• Public Safety    
• Primary Schools    
• Secondary Schools    
• Higher Education  
• Medical Facilities  
• Arts & Culture  
• Community Events    
• Sporting Events    
• Home Values    
• Business Climate    
• Senior Facilities    
• Visitor Amenities 
• Transportation    
• Cost of Living    
• Friendliness of Residents    
• A Good Place to Live   

The survey also asks residents, that when promoting or marketing U City, which of the following should be the focus of the effort?

1. U City is centrally located with wonderful neighborhoods, tree-lined streets and quality homes and housing
2. U City is a destination with diverse activities and amenities that are not found in most communities
3. Promote the diversity and ethnicity of U City's workforce making it an ideal location for an international company seeking a new location
4. Promote the more liberal and activist attitudes of U City residents that lead to a more tolerant and progressive community