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Chittenden County 2012 Transportation Survey
NADO Rural Transportation
Peer Learning Conference, Greenville, SC April 25, 2013
Conducted by Resource Systems Group, Inc
Study Background • Third iteration of a survey on public opinion
• 2012 (conducted by RSG) • 2006 (conducted by National Research Center, Inc. • 2000 (conducted by RSG)
• Survey assesses the public’s: • Opinions on the current system’s performance • Priorities for future transportation investment
• Combined responses allow for analysis of changes in attitudes over time
Survey Methodology • Sample: 4,000 residential
addresses in Chittenden County • Randomly selected • Population-proportional
• Outreach: • Pre-notification postcard • Invitation letter
Survey Instrument • Two options for completing the survey
Paper-based (mail-back)
Web-based
Survey Sections • Mode use • Agreement with statements in 6 categories
• Highway/auto travel, transportation planning activities, public transportation, bicycling and walking, transportation behavior, quality of life
• Importance rating of statements in 7 categories • Highway initiatives, expanding public transportation service, improved
bike/walk facilities, incentives to use transportation alternatives, preservation of existing system, improved safety, minor highway efficiency projects
• Topic importance • Rate (and rank) each of the above categories (highway initiatives, etc.)
• Demographics
Mode Usage
Year-Over-Year Comparisons • The following charts present the trends in attitudes
and opinions over time • Percentages are significantly different from one
another when the margin of error bars () do not overlap
• A semi-transparent box highlights key takeaways (where 2012 results are significantly different prior year(s)
Highway/Auto Travel
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Traffic congestion affects the majority of trips I make
Traffic congestion gets noticeably worse every year
I don't know where to find information on traffic conditions andhighway construction
I often drive on back roads and residential streets to avoid congestedhighways
I am often delayed by road construction, accidents, or special eventtraffic
Traveling by car is safe in Chittenden County
Driving in Chittenden County becomes more dangerous each year
The major roads and bridges throughout Chittenden County are ingood condition
The streets in my neighborhood are in good condition
It is difficult to find a convenient parking spot in the older, downtowncommercial areas of the County
There are enough Park-and-Ride lots in Chittenden County
There are enough rideshare and carpool opportunities in ChittendenCounty
Overall, driving is a pleasant experience in Chittenden County
2000: Percent agree 2006: Percent agree 2012: Percent agree
Bicycling and Walking
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
The sidewalks and bike paths in my neighborhood, town, or city arein good condition
There are enough sidewalks in my city or town
There are enough separated bike paths and/or bike lanes alongroads in my city or town
I live close enough to walk to work, schools, shopping, services, etc
I feel safe when crossing a road on foot
Traveling by bicycle is safe for teenagers and adults
Traveling by bicycle is safe for children
Overall, walking is a pleasant experience in Chittenden County
Overall, traveling by bicycle is a pleasant experience in ChittendenCounty
2000: Percent agree 2006: Percent agree 2012: Percent agree
Transportation Behavior
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
If it cost more to drive my car, I would make fewer trips
Nothing will replace my car as my main mode oftransportation
I support increasing gas taxes to help pay for highways,transit, bicycle and sidewalk projects
I support increasing gas taxes to help pay only for highwayprojects
I would take the bus if the routes and schedule wereconvenient for me
I would walk to work, school, shopping or other activities ifthey were close enough
I would walk more often if sidewalks were provided
I have reduced the number of trips I make by using theinternet
2000: Percent agree 2006: Percent agree 2012: Percent agree
Quality of Life
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
The noise and emissions from cars, buses and trucks are anenvironmental problem
The noise and emissions from cars, buses and trucks seem to begetting worse each year
There is a significant amount of cut through traffic in myneighborhood
Completed highway projects have been constructed in a way thatenhanced the areas in which they pass
The streets in my neighborhood are safe and pleasant for all users
Overall, Chittenden County's transportation system enhances thequality of my life
For a typical day, my car is the only safe, convenient and affordablemode available to me
Enough is being done to address the transportation needs of allpopulations
2000: Percent agree 2006: Percent agree 2012: Percent agree
Highway Initiatives
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Adding more travel lanes to congested roads
Building more freeways (interstate type highways)
Building more local roads to provide additional connectionsbetween towns
Providing new interstate interchanges
2006: Percent highly important 2012: Percent highly important
Topic Importance
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Highway initiatives
Expanded public transportation service
Improved bike/walk facilities
Incentives to use transportation alternatives
Preserving the condition of existing roads, bridges, sidewalks, bikepaths and public transportation services and facilities
Improved safety
Minor highway efficiency projects
2006: Percent highly important 2012: Percent highly important
Topic Ranking
6%
5%
16%
15%
18%
36%
7%
9%
12%
13%
18%
18%
20%
9%
11%
12%
16%
13%
21%
11%
21%
23%
29%
46%
46%
57%
67%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Highway initiatives
Minor highway efficiency projects
Incentives to use transportation alternatives
Expanded public transportation service
Improved safety
Improved bike/walk facilities
Preserving the condition of existing roads, bridges, sidewalks, bikepaths and public transportation services and facilities
Highest priority Second highest priority Third highest priority
Survey Purpose • To periodically “gain the pulse” of our residents
attitudes towards transportation related issues and track any trends
• To corroborate/support recommendations from planning studies
• To effectively involve the general public in transportation planning and decision making
• To identify areas for further research
Telecommuting in Chittenden County
Share of workers who work from home* 5.2%
Share of workers whose employer offers telecommuting** 23.3%
Sources: * 2006-2010 ACS, **2012 Chittenden County Transportation Survey