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What is Important to You?

Here are some of the highlights we heard:

Some are hopeful ...

  • About 67% agreed that Dallas is still one of the best cities in the world.
  • About 91% of those surveyed agreed that the new comprehensive plan, with citizen participation, will change the city for the better.
  • About 67% of those surveyed are enthusiastic about participating.
  • About 64% believe the city can balance the needs of all citizens.
  • What One Area Should Be Dallas' Most Important Priority For Investment?

    Graphic: Investment Priority Graph

    Some are concerned ...

  • About 38% feel that crime, drugs and violence are a significant threat to the city's livability
  • What things should change?

  • Should the city invest in the southern sector? About 78% of residents answered "yes!"
  • About 73% felt that Dallas will need more affordable housing in the future, and 68% agree that it should be spread through many neighborhoods.
  • The environment is on the minds of Dallas residents: 84% are concerned about preserving existing trees and planting new ones, 81% are concerned about air pollution, and 73% are concerned about water pollution.
  • While 92% said they usually get around by car, 53% said they would like to be able to use rail, and 31% said they would like to use the bus.
  • Respondents' Top Priorities For The Future Are:

    Graphic: Respondents Graph

     


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