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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOshkoshCitizenSurveyReport2024Oshkosh, WI The National Community Survey Report of Results 2024 Visit us online! www.polco.us National Research Center at Polco is a charter member of the AAPOR Transparency Initiative, providing clear disclosure of our sound and ethical survey research practices. Report by: About The NCS™ The National Community Survey™ (The NCS™) report is about the “livability” of Oshkosh. A livable community is a place that is not simply habitable, but that is desirable. It is not only where people do live, but where they want to live. The survey was developed by the experts from National Research Center at Polco. Great communities are partnerships of the government, private sector, community-based organizations and residents, all geographically connected. The NCS captures residents’ opinions considering ten central facets of a community: • Economy • Mobility • Community Design • Utilities • Safety • Natural Environment • Parks and Recreation • Health and Wellness • Education, Arts, and Culture • Inclusivity and Engagement tables and graphs display the responses from respondents who had an opinion about a specific item. Comparisons to benchmarks NRC’s database of comparative resident opinion is comprised of resident perspectives gathered in surveys from over 500 communities whose residents evaluated the same kinds of topics on The National Community Survey. The comparison evaluations are from the most recent survey completed in each community in the last five years. NRC adds the latest results quickly upon survey completion, keeping the benchmark data fresh and relevant. The communities in the database represent a wide geographic and population range. In each tab, Oshkosh's results are noted as being “higher” than the benchmark, “lower” than the benchmark, or “similar” to the benchmark, meaning that the average rating given by Oshkosh residents is statistically similar to or different (greater or lesser) than the benchmark. Being rated as “higher” or “lower” than the benchmark means that Oshkosh's average rating for a particular item was more than 10 points different than the benchmark. If a rating was “much higher” or “much lower,” then Oshkosh's average rating was more than 20 points different when compared to the benchmark. In addition to these national benchmarks, comparisons were also made to a smaller cohort of communities that aligned more closely to the demographics in Oshkosh. This cohort included communities from the Upper Midwest (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin) who had similar populations and average household incomes. Comparisons to these communities can be found throughout the report and in a separate table in the Regional Benchmarks tab. Trends over time Trend data for Oshkosh represent important comparison data and should be examined for improvements or declines.¹Deviations from stable trends over time represent opportunities for understanding how local policies, programs, or public information may have affected residents' opinions. Changes between survey years have been noted with an arrow and the percent difference. If the difference is greater than six percentage points between the 2023 and 2024 surveys, the change is statistically significant. 1.In 2020, The NCS survey was updated to include new and refreshed items. Consequently, some of the trends may be impacted due to wording modifications that could have potentially altered the meaning of the item for the respondent. The report provides the opinions of a representative sample of 431 residents of the City of Oshkosh collected from March 5, 2024 to April 16, 2024. The margin of error around any reported percentage is 5% for all respondents and the response rate for the 2024 survey was 15%. Survey results were weighted so that the demographic profile of respondents was representative of the demographic profile of adults in Oshkosh. 2 About The NCS™The National Community Survey™ (The NCS™) report is aboutthe “livability” of Oshkosh. A livable community is a place that isnot simply habitable, but that is desirable. It is not only wherepeople do live, but where they want to live. The survey wasdeveloped by the experts from National Research Center at Polco.Great communities are partnerships of the government, privatesector, community-based organizations and residents, allgeographically connected. The NCS captures residents’ opinionsconsidering ten central facets of a community:• Economy• Mobility• Community Design• Utilities• Safety• Natural Environment• Parks and Recreation• Health and Wellness• Education, Arts, and Culture• Inclusivity and EngagementHow the results are reportedFor the most part, the percentages presented in the following tabs represent the “percent positive.” Most commonly,the percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options (i.e., excellent/good, verysafe/somewhat safe, etc.). On many of the questions in the survey respondents may answer “don’t know.” The proportion of respondents giving this reply is shown in the full set of responses included in the tab “Complete data.” However, these responses have been removed from the analyses presented in most of the tabs. In other words, the tables and graphs display the responses from respondents who had an opinion about a specific item. Comparisons to benchmarks NRC’s database of comparative resident opinion is comprised of resident perspectives gathered in surveys from over 500 communities whose residents evaluated the same kinds of topics on The National Community Survey. The comparison evaluations are from the most recent survey completed in each community in the last five years. NRC adds the latest results quickly upon survey completion, keeping the benchmark data fresh and relevant. The communities in the database represent a wide geographic and population range. In each tab, Oshkosh's results are noted as being “higher” than the benchmark, “lower” than the benchmark, or “similar” to the benchmark, meaning that the average rating given by Oshkosh residents is statistically similar to or different (greater or lesser) than the benchmark. Being rated as “higher” or “lower” than the benchmark means that Oshkosh's average rating for a particular item was more than 10 points different than the benchmark. If a rating was “much higher” or “much lower,” then Oshkosh's average rating was more than 20 points different when compared to the benchmark. In addition to these national benchmarks, comparisons were also made to a smaller cohort of communities that aligned more closely to the demographics in Oshkosh. This cohort included communities from the Upper Midwest (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin) who had similar populations and average household incomes. Comparisons to these communities can be found throughout the report and in a separate table in the Regional Benchmarks tab. Trends over time Trend data for Oshkosh represent important comparison data and should be examined for improvements or declines.¹ Deviations from stable trends over time represent opportunities for understanding how local policies, programs, or public information may have affected residents' opinions. Changes between survey years have been noted with an arrow and the percent difference. If the difference is greater than six percentage points between the 2023 and 2024 surveys, the change is statistically significant. 1.In 2020, The NCS survey was updated to include new and refreshed items. Consequently, some of the trends may be impacted due to wording modifications that could have potentially altered the meaning of the item for the respondent. The report provides the opinions of a representative sample of 431 residents of the City of Oshkosh collected fromMarch 5, 2024 to April 16, 2024. The margin of error around any reported percentage is 5% for all respondents andthe response rate for the 2024 survey was 15%. Survey results were weighted so that the demographic profile ofrespondents was representative of the demographic profile of adults in Oshkosh. How the results are reported For the most part, the percentages presented in the following tabs represent the “percent positive.” Most commonly, the percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options (i.e., excellent/good, very safe/somewhat safe, etc.). On many of the questions in the survey respondents may answer “don’t know.” The proportion of respondents giving this reply is shown in the full set of responses included in the tab “Complete data.” 3 Conducting the survey The 3,000 randomly selected households received mailings beginning on March 5, 2024 and data collection for the survey remained open for six weeks. The first mailing was a postcard inviting the household to participate in the survey. The next mailing contained a cover letter with instructions, the survey questionnaire, and a postage-paid return envelope. All mailings included a web link to give residents the opportunity to respond to the survey online, as well as QR codes to further encourage participation. All follow-up mailings asked those who had not completed the survey to do so, and those who had already done so to refrain from completing the survey again. About 4% of the 3,000 mailed invitations or surveys were returned because the household address was vacant or the postal service was unable to deliver the survey as addressed. Of the remaining 2,891 households that received the invitations to participate, 479 completed the survey, providing an overall response rate of 15%. The response rate was calculated using AAPOR’s response rate #2 for mailed surveys of unnamed persons and falls within the expected range for communities of this size.² It is customary to describe the precision of estimates made from surveys by a “level of confidence” and accompanying “confidence interval” (or margin of error). A traditional level of confidence, and the one used here, is 95%. The 95% confidence interval can be any size and quantifies the sampling error or imprecision of the survey results because some residents’ opinions are relied on to estimate all residents’ opinions. The margin of error for the City of Oshkosh survey is no greater than plus or minus five percentage points around any given percent reported for all respondents (479 completed surveys). In addition to the randomly selected “probability sample” of households, a link to an online open-participation survey was publicized by the City of Oshkosh. The open-participation survey was identical to the random sample survey, with two small updates; it asked a question to confirm the respondent was a resident of Oshkosh and also a question about where they heard about the survey. The open-participation survey was open to all city residents and became available on April 2, 2024. The survey remained open for two weeks. The data presented in the following tabs exclude the open participation survey data, but a tab at the end provides the complete frequency of responses to questions by the open-participation respondents. The survey datasets were analyzed using all or some of a combination of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), R, Python and Tableau. For the most part, the percentages presented in the reports represent the “percent positive.” The percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options (i.e., excellent/good, very safe/somewhat safe, essential/very important, etc.), or, in the case of resident behaviors/participation, the percent positive represents the proportion of respondents indicating “yes” or participating in an activity at least once a month. On many of the questions in the survey respondents may answer “don’t know.” The proportion of respondents giving this reply is shown in the full set of responses included in the tab “Complete data”. However, these responses have been removed from the analyses presented in the reports. In other words, the tables and graphs display the responses from respondents who had an opinion about a specific item. Contact The City of Oshkosh funded this research. Please contact Jake Timm of the City of Oshkosh at JTimm@oshkoshwi.gov if you have any questions about the survey. Study Limitations All public opinion research is subject to unmeasured error. While the methodologies employed for this survey were designed to minimize this error as much as possible, these other sources of potential error should be acknowledged.Non-response error arises when those who were selected to participate in the survey did not do so, and may have different opinions or experiences than those who did respond.Coverage error refers to the possibility that some respondents that should have been included in the surveyed population were not (e.g., for a general resident survey, USPS mailing lists may exclude certain types of housing units, such as multi-family buildings where mail is delivered to a common area rather than to a specific unit (though this is rare), or where mail is received at a PO box instead of the at household's physical location. Finally,recall bias occurs when respondents may not perfectly remember their experiences in the past year (such as participation in social or civic events), and social desirability bias may cause respondents to answer in ways they think cast their responses in a more favorable light. Survey Validity See the Polco Knowledge Base article on survey validity at https://info.polco.us/knowledge/statistical-vali 2.See AAPOR's Standard Definitions for more information at https://aapor.org/standards-and-ethics/standard-definitions/ 3.Pasek, J. (2014). ANES Weighting Algorithm. Retrieved from https://surveyinsights.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Full-anesrake-paper.pdf 4.Targets come from the 2020 Census and 2022 American Community Survey Unweighted Weighted Target ⁴ Age 18-34 35-54 55+ Hispanic origin No, not of Hispanic, Latino/a/x, or Spanish origin Yes, I consider myself to be of Hispanic, Latino/a/x, or Spanish origin Housing tenure Own Rent Housing type Attached Detached Race & Hispanic origin Not white alone White alone, not Hispanic or Latino Sex Man Woman Sex/age Man 18-34 Man 35-54 Man 55+ Woman 18-34 Woman 35-54 Woman 55+ Analyzing the data Responses from mailed surveys were entered into an electronic dataset using a “key and verify” method, where all responses are entered twice and compared to each other. Any discrepancies were resolved in comparison to the original survey form. Range checks as well as other forms of quality control were also performed. Responses from surveys completed on Polco were downloaded and merged with the mailed survey responses. The demographics of the survey respondents were compared to those found in the 2020 Census and 2022 American Community Survey estimates for adults in the City of Oshkosh. The primary objective of weighting survey data is to make the survey respondents reflective of the larger population of the community. The characteristics used for weighting were age, sex, race, Hispanic origin, housing type, housing tenure, and area. No adjustments were made for design effects. Weights were calculated using an iterative, multiplicative raking model known as the ANES Weighting Algorithm.³The results of the weighting scheme for the probability sample are presented in the following table. NRC aligns demographic labels with those used by the U.S. Census for reporting purposes, when possible. Some categories (e.g., age, race/Hispanic origin, housing type, and length of residency) are combined into smaller subgroups. Methods Selecting survey recipients All households within the City of Oshkosh were eligible to participate in the survey. A list of all households within the zip codes serving Oshkosh was purchased from Polco's mailing vendor, Go-Dog Direct, based on updated listings from the United States Postal Service. Since some of the zip codes that serve the City of Oshkosh households may also serve addresses that lie outside of the community, the exact geographic location of each housing unit was compared to community boundaries using the most current municipal boundary file. Addresses located outside of the City of Oshkosh boundaries were removed from the list of potential households to survey. From that list, addresses were randomly selected as survey recipients, with multi-family housing units (defined as those with a unit number) sampled at a rate of 5:3 compared to single family housing units. An individual within each household was randomly selected using the "birthday method". The birthday method selects a person within the household by asking the “person who most recently had a birthday” to complete the questionnaire. The underlying assumption in this method is that day of birth has no relationship to the way people respond to surveys. This instruction was contained in the introduction of the survey. 4 Conducting the surveyThe 3,000 randomly selected households received mailings beginning on March 5, 2024 and data collection for thesurvey remained open for six weeks. The first mailing was a postcard inviting the household to participate in thesurvey. The next mailing contained a cover letter with instructions, the survey questionnaire, and a postage-paidreturn envelope. All mailings included a web link to give residents the opportunity to respond to the survey online,as well as QR codes to further encourage participation. All follow-up mailings asked those who had not completedthe survey to do so, and those who had already done so to refrain from completing the survey again.About 4% of the 3,000 mailed invitations or surveys were returned because the household address was vacant orthe postal service was unable to deliver the survey as addressed. Of the remaining 2,891 households that receivedthe invitations to participate, 479 completed the survey, providing an overall response rate of 15%. The responserate was calculated using AAPOR’s response rate #2 for mailed surveys of unnamed persons and falls within theexpected range for communities of this size.²It is customary to describe the precision of estimates made from surveys by a “level of confidence” andaccompanying “confidence interval” (or margin of error). A traditional level of confidence, and the one used here, is95%. The 95% confidence interval can be any size and quantifies the sampling error or imprecision of the surveyresults because some residents’ opinions are relied on to estimate all residents’ opinions. The margin of error forthe City of Oshkosh survey is no greater than plus or minus five percentage points around any given percentreported for all respondents (479 completed surveys).In addition to the randomly selected “probability sample” of households, a link to an online open-participation surveywas publicized by the City of Oshkosh. The open-participation survey was identical to the random sample survey,with two small updates; it asked a question to confirm the respondent was a resident of Oshkosh and also aquestion about where they heard about the survey. The open-participation survey was open to all city residents andbecame available on April 2, 2024. The survey remained open for two weeks. The data presented in the followingtabs exclude the open participation survey data, but a tab at the end provides the complete frequency of responsesto questions by the open-participation respondents. The survey datasets were analyzed using all or some of a combination of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), R, Python and Tableau. For the most part, the percentages presented in the reports represent the “percent positive.” The percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options (i.e., excellent/good, very safe/somewhat safe, essential/very important, etc.), or, in the case of resident behaviors/participation, the percent positive represents the proportion of respondents indicating “yes” or participating in an activity at least once a month. On many of the questions in the survey respondents may answer “don’t know.” The proportion of respondents giving this reply is shown in the full set of responses included in the tab “Complete data”. However, these responses have been removed from the analyses presented in the reports. In other words, the tables and graphs display the responses from respondents who had an opinion about a specific item. Contact The City of Oshkosh funded this research. Please contact Jake Timm of the City of Oshkosh at JTimm@oshkoshwi.gov if you have any questions about the survey. Study Limitations All public opinion research is subject to unmeasured error. While the methodologies employed for this survey were designed to minimize this error as much as possible, these other sources of potential error should be acknowledged.Non-response error arises when those who were selected to participate in the survey did not do so, and may have different opinions or experiences than those who did respond.Coverage error refers to the possibility that some respondents that should have been included in the surveyed population were not (e.g., for a general resident survey, USPS mailing lists may exclude certain types of housing units, such as multi-family buildings where mail is delivered to a common area rather than to a specific unit (though this is rare), or where mail is received at a PO box instead of the at household's physical location. Finally,recall bias occurs when respondents may not perfectly remember their experiences in the past year (such as participation in social or civic events), and social desirability bias may cause respondents to answer in ways they think cast their responses in a more favorable light. Survey Validity See the Polco Knowledge Base article on survey validity at https://info.polco.us/knowledge/statistical-vali 2.See AAPOR's Standard Definitions for more information at https://aapor.org/standards-and-ethics/standard-definitions/ 3.Pasek, J. (2014). ANES Weighting Algorithm. Retrieved from https://surveyinsights.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Full-anesrake-paper.pdf 4.Targets come from the 2020 Census and 2022 American Community Survey Unweighted Weighted Target ⁴ Age 18-34 35-54 55+ Hispanic origin No, not of Hispanic, Latino/a/x, or Spanish origin Yes, I consider myself to be of Hispanic, Latino/a/x, or Spanish origin Housing tenure Own Rent Housing type Attached Detached Race & Hispanic origin Not white alone White alone, not Hispanic or Latino Sex Man Woman Sex/age Man 18-34 Man 35-54 Man 55+ Woman 18-34 Woman 35-54 Woman 55+ 32% 27% 41% 32% 27% 41% 67% 20% 13% 4% 96% 4% 96% 2% 98% 45% 55% 45% 55% 26% 74% 57% 43% 57% 43% 67% 33% 86% 14% 86% 14% 94% 6% 48% 52% 48% 52% 56% 44% 17% 12% 19% 15% 15% 22% 17% 12% 19% 15% 15% 22% 38% 11% 7% 30% 8% 6% Analyzing the data Responses from mailed surveys were entered into an electronic dataset using a “key and verify” method, where all responses are entered twice and compared to each other. Any discrepancies were resolved in comparison to the original survey form. Range checks as well as other forms of quality control were also performed. Responses from surveys completed on Polco were downloaded and merged with the mailed survey responses. The demographics of the survey respondents were compared to those found in the 2020 Census and 2022 American Community Survey estimates for adults in the City of Oshkosh. The primary objective of weighting survey data is to make the survey respondents reflective of the larger population of the community. The characteristics used for weighting were age, sex, race, Hispanic origin, housing type, housing tenure, and area. No adjustments were made for design effects. Weights were calculated using an iterative, multiplicative raking model known as the ANES Weighting Algorithm.³ The results of the weighting scheme for the probability sample are presented in the following table. NRC aligns demographic labels with those used by the U.S. Census for reporting purposes, when possible. Some categories (e.g., age, race/Hispanic origin, housing type, and length of residency) are combined into smaller subgroups. MethodsSelecting survey recipientsAll households within the City of Oshkosh were eligible to participate in the survey. A list of all households within thezip codes serving Oshkosh was purchased from Polco's mailing vendor, Go-Dog Direct, based on updated listingsfrom the United States Postal Service. Since some of the zip codes that serve the City of Oshkosh households mayalso serve addresses that lie outside of the community, the exact geographic location of each housing unit wascompared to community boundaries using the most current municipal boundary file. Addresses located outside ofthe City of Oshkosh boundaries were removed from the list of potential households to survey. From that list,addresses were randomly selected as survey recipients, with multi-family housing units (defined as those with aunit number) sampled at a rate of 5:3 compared to single family housing units.An individual within each household was randomly selected using the "birthday method". The birthday methodselects a person within the household by asking the “person who most recently had a birthday” to complete thequestionnaire. The underlying assumption in this method is that day of birth has no relationship to the way peoplerespond to surveys. This instruction was contained in the introduction of the survey. 5 Conducting the surveyThe 3,000 randomly selected households received mailings beginning on March 5, 2024 and data collection for thesurvey remained open for six weeks. The first mailing was a postcard inviting the household to participate in thesurvey. The next mailing contained a cover letter with instructions, the survey questionnaire, and a postage-paidreturn envelope. All mailings included a web link to give residents the opportunity to respond to the survey online,as well as QR codes to further encourage participation. All follow-up mailings asked those who had not completedthe survey to do so, and those who had already done so to refrain from completing the survey again.About 4% of the 3,000 mailed invitations or surveys were returned because the household address was vacant orthe postal service was unable to deliver the survey as addressed. Of the remaining 2,891 households that receivedthe invitations to participate, 479 completed the survey, providing an overall response rate of 15%. The responserate was calculated using AAPOR’s response rate #2 for mailed surveys of unnamed persons and falls within theexpected range for communities of this size.²It is customary to describe the precision of estimates made from surveys by a “level of confidence” andaccompanying “confidence interval” (or margin of error). A traditional level of confidence, and the one used here, is95%. The 95% confidence interval can be any size and quantifies the sampling error or imprecision of the surveyresults because some residents’ opinions are relied on to estimate all residents’ opinions. The margin of error forthe City of Oshkosh survey is no greater than plus or minus five percentage points around any given percentreported for all respondents (479 completed surveys).In addition to the randomly selected “probability sample” of households, a link to an online open-participation surveywas publicized by the City of Oshkosh. The open-participation survey was identical to the random sample survey,with two small updates; it asked a question to confirm the respondent was a resident of Oshkosh and also aquestion about where they heard about the survey. The open-participation survey was open to all city residents andbecame available on April 2, 2024. The survey remained open for two weeks. The data presented in the followingtabs exclude the open participation survey data, but a tab at the end provides the complete frequency of responsesto questions by the open-participation respondents. The survey datasets were analyzed using all or some of a combination of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), R, Python and Tableau. For the most part, the percentages presented in the reports represent the “percent positive.” The percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options (i.e., excellent/good, very safe/somewhat safe, essential/very important, etc.), or, in the case of resident behaviors/participation, the percent positive represents the proportion of respondents indicating “yes” or participating in an activity at least once a month. On many of the questions in the survey respondents may answer “don’t know.” The proportion of respondents giving this reply is shown in the full set of responses included in the tab “Complete data”. However, these responses have been removed from the analyses presented in the reports. In other words, the tables and graphs display the responses from respondents who had an opinion about a specific item. Contact The City of Oshkosh funded this research. Please contact Jake Timm of the City of Oshkosh at JTimm@oshkoshwi.gov if you have any questions about the survey. Study Limitations All public opinion research is subject to unmeasured error. While the methodologies employed for this survey were designed to minimize this error as much as possible, these other sources of potential error should be acknowledged. Non-response error arises when those who were selected to participate in the survey did not do so, and may have different opinions or experiences than those who did respond. Coverage error refers to the possibility that some respondents that should have been included in the surveyed population were not (e.g., for a general resident survey, USPS mailing lists may exclude certain types of housing units, such as multi-family buildings where mail is delivered to a common area rather than to a specific unit (though this is rare), or where mail is received at a PO box instead of the at household's physical location. Finally, recall bias occurs when respondents may not perfectly remember their experiences in the past year (such as participation in social or civic events), and social desirability bias may cause respondents to answer in ways they think cast their responses in a more favorable light. Survey Validity See the Polco Knowledge Base article on survey validity at https://info.polco.us/knowledge/statistical-vali 2.See AAPOR's Standard Definitions for more information at https://aapor.org/standards-and-ethics/standard-definitions/ 3.Pasek, J. (2014). ANES Weighting Algorithm. Retrieved from https://surveyinsights.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Full-anesrake-paper.pdf 4.Targets come from the 2020 Census and 2022 American Community Survey Unweighted Weighted Target ⁴Age 18-3435-5455+Hispanicorigin No, not of Hispanic, Latino/a/x, or SpanishoriginYes, I consider myself to be of Hispanic,Latino/a/x, or Spanish originHousingtenureOwnRentHousing type AttachedDetachedRace &Hispanicorigin Not white aloneWhite alone, not Hispanic or LatinoSexManWomanSex/age Man 18-34 Man 35-54 Man 55+ Woman 18-34 Woman 35-54 Woman 55+17% 12% 19% 15% 15% 22% 17% 12% 19% 15% 15% 22% 38% 11% 7% 30% 8% 6%Analyzing the dataResponses from mailed surveys were entered into an electronic dataset using a “key and verify” method, where allresponses are entered twice and compared to each other. Any discrepancies were resolved in comparison to theoriginal survey form. Range checks as well as other forms of quality control were also performed. Responses fromsurveys completed on Polco were downloaded and merged with the mailed survey responses.The demographics of the survey respondents were compared to those found in the 2020 Census and 2022American Community Survey estimates for adults in the City of Oshkosh. The primary objective of weighting surveydata is to make the survey respondents reflective of the larger population of the community. The characteristicsused for weighting were age, sex, race, Hispanic origin, housing type, housing tenure, and area. No adjustmentswere made for design effects. Weights were calculated using an iterative, multiplicative raking model known as theANES Weighting Algorithm.³The results of the weighting scheme for the probability sample are presented in thefollowing table.NRC aligns demographic labels with those used by the U.S. Census for reporting purposes, when possible. Somecategories (e.g., age, race/Hispanic origin, housing type, and length of residency) are combined into smallersubgroups.MethodsSelecting survey recipientsAll households within the City of Oshkosh were eligible to participate in the survey. A list of all households within thezip codes serving Oshkosh was purchased from Polco's mailing vendor, Go-Dog Direct, based on updated listingsfrom the United States Postal Service. Since some of the zip codes that serve the City of Oshkosh households mayalso serve addresses that lie outside of the community, the exact geographic location of each housing unit wascompared to community boundaries using the most current municipal boundary file. Addresses located outside ofthe City of Oshkosh boundaries were removed from the list of potential households to survey. From that list,addresses were randomly selected as survey recipients, with multi-family housing units (defined as those with aunit number) sampled at a rate of 5:3 compared to single family housing units.An individual within each household was randomly selected using the "birthday method". The birthday methodselects a person within the household by asking the “person who most recently had a birthday” to complete thequestionnaire. The underlying assumption in this method is that day of birth has no relationship to the way peoplerespond to surveys. This instruction was contained in the introduction of the survey. 6 Key Findings Highest-performing areas: - The city’s shopping opportunities and residents’ own personal economic outlook each saw statistically significant increases from 2023, while the local economy continued to be ranked as the most important area of focus. - Ratings for the overall quality of the transportation system increased 8% from 2023, a statistically significant jump. - Well-planned residential growth and well-planned commercial growth both increased significantly from past survey results, while most other items relating to community design held steady. Lowest-performing areas: - Residents continued to identify affordability issues within the City, with results showing notable declines in the availability of affordable quality housing, food, and childcare/preschool. - K-12 education scored similarly to results from 2023, coming in below national benchmark comparisons. - Residents’ overall feelings of safety in the city ranked below comparison communities, though residents generally feel safe in their neighborhoods and Oshkosh’s downtown/commercial areas during the day. Areas of greatest change change since 2023: Of the 123 evaluative questions included on both the 2023 and current survey iterations, 102 were statistically similar to previous results. Upward trends were seen in 11 items, while 10 ratings decreased since 2023. Changes are considered statistically significant if the 2024 rating was +/-6% different from the past survey effort. The most significant of those trends are listed below. Increases: -Code enforcement (weeds, abandoned buildings, etc.) (+12%) - Shopping opportunities (+10%) - Well-planned residential growth (+8%) - Overall quality of the transportation system in Oshkosh (+8%) - Traffic enforcement (+8%) Decreases: - Oshkosh as a place to retire (-11%) - Availability of affordable quality housing (-10%) - Power (electric and/or gas) utility services (-9%) - Availability of affordable quality food (-8%) - Ease of travel by bicycle (-8%) 7 Facets of Livability (National Comparisons) Every jurisdiction must balance limited resources while meeting resident needs and striving to optimize community livability. To this end, it is helpful to know what aspects of the community are most important to residents and which they perceive as being of higher or lower quality. It is especially helpful to know when a facet of livability is considered of high importance but rated as lower quality, as this should be a top priority to address. Inclusivity and Engagement Economy Utilities Community Design Mobility Education, Arts, and Culture Natural Environment Health and Wellness Safety Parks and Recreation 41% 50% 51% 52% 56% 59% 72% 47% 59% 61% 65% 84% 83% 65% 71% 79% 76% 83% 77% 57% Quality and Importance by the Numbers The table below shows the proportion of residents who rated the community facets positively for quality and the priority (importance) placed on each. Also displayed is whether local quality ratings were lower, similar, or higher t.. Quality % excellent or good Importance % essential or very important Facet of Livability Economy Quality Importance Utilities Quality Importance Inclusivity & Engagement Quality Importance Safety Quality Importance Natural Environment Quality Importance Health and Wellness Quality Importance Education, Arts, and C..Quality Importance Mobility Quality Importance Community Design Quality Importance Parks and Recreation Quality Importance 47% 84% 50% 83% 41% 65% 61% 83% 59% 79% 59% 76% 56% 71% 52% 65% 51% 57% 72% 77% Quality/Importance Gap Analysis The gap analysis chart below shows the same data as above; however, this chart more clearly illustrates the comparative differences in quality and importance ratings for each facet, as well as the absolute ratings for each. Quality Importance vs. national benchmark Lower Similar vs. national benchmark Lower Similar 8 Gap between Importance & Quality 37% 33% 24% 22% 20% 17% 15% 13% 6% 5% Facets of Livability (Regional Comparisons) Every jurisdiction must balance limited resources while meeting resident needs and striving to optimize community livability. To this end, it is helpful to know what aspects of the community are most important to residents and which they perceive as being of higher or lower quality. It is especially helpful to know when a facet of livability is considered of high importance but rated as lower quality, as this should be a top priority to address. Quality and Importance by the Numbers The table below shows the proportion of residents who rated the community facets positively for quality and the priority (importance) placed on each. Also displayed is whether local quality ratings were lower, similar, or higher than communities across the Upper Midwest (the regional benchmark). Quality % excellent or good Importance % essential or very important Facet of Livability Importance Community Design Quality Importance Parks and Recreation Quality Importance Inclusivity and Engagement Economy Utilities Community Design Mobility Education, Arts, and Culture Natural Environment Health and Wellness Safety Parks and Recreation 41% 47% 51% 52% 56% 59% 59% 61% 72% 50% 65% 84% 83% 57% 65% 71% 79% 76% 83% 77% vs. regional benchmark Similar vs. regional benchmark Lower Similar 9 Economy Quality Importance Utilities Quality Importance Inclusivity & Engagement Quality Importance Safety Quality Importance Natural Environment Quality Importance Health and Wellness Quality Importance Education, Arts, and C..Quality Importance Mobility Quality Importance Community Design Quality Importance Parks and Recreation Quality Importance 47% 84% 50% 83% 41% 65% 61% 83% 59% 79% 59% 76% 56% 71% 52% 65% 51% 57% 72% 77% Quality/Importance Gap Analysis The gap analysis chart below shows the same data as above; however, this chart more clearly illustrates the comparative differences in quality and importance ratings for each facet, as well as the absolute ratings for each. Quality Importance Gap between Importance & Quality 37% 33% 24% 22% 20% 17% 15% 13% 6% 5% 4% Poor Excellent 9% Good 58% Poor 4% Fair 28% The overall quality of life in Oshkosh, 2024 Quality of Life Measuring community livability starts with assessing the quality of life of those who live there, and ensuring that the community is attractive, accessible, and welcoming to all. 2018 2020 2022 2024 Oshkosh as a place to live The overall quality of life 74%76% 68% Lower Similar* 74%76% 68% Lower Similar* 76%72%67%82%82%67% Lower Similar* 76%72%67%82%82%67% Lower Similar* Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Recommend living in Oshkosh to someone who asks Remain in Oshkosh for the next five years 77%78%75% Similar Similar* 77%78%75% Similar Similar* 80%73%78% Similar Similar* 80%73%78% Similar Similar* Please indicate how likely or unlikely you are to do each of the following. (% very or somewhat likely) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Overall image or reputation 54%56%53% Lower Similar* 54%56%53% Lower Similar* Please rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. (% excellent or good) 8.Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark⁸ 8.Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. 10 Excellent 4% Good 34% Fair 37% Poor 26% Overall confidence in Oshkosh government, 2024 Governance Strong local governments produce results that meet the needs of residents while making the best use of available resources, and are responsive to the present and future needs of the community as a whole. 9. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. 2018 2020 2022 2024 The value of services for the taxes paid to Oshkosh The overall direction that Oshkosh is taking The job Oshkosh government does at welcoming resident involvement Overall confidence in Oshkosh government 40%41%38% Similar Similar* 40%41%38% Similar Similar* 65% 54% 47%54% 44%43% 47% Similar Similar* 65% 54% 47%54% 44%43% 47% Similar Similar* 36% 42%38% Similar Similar* 36% 42%38% Similar Similar* 35%33% 37% Similar Similar*35%33% 37% Similar Similar* Please rate the following categories of Oshkosh government performance. (% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Public information services Overall customer service by Oshkosh employees 57%58% Similar Similar* 57%58% Similar Similar* 72%76% Similar Similar* 72%76% Similar Similar* The City of Oshkosh The Federal Government vs. benchmark⁹ 11 Overall confidence in Oshkosh government,2024GovernanceStrong local governments produce results thatmeet the needs of residents while making the bestuse of available resources, and are responsive tothe present and future needs of the community asa whole. 9. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. The value of services for the taxes paid to OshkoshThe overall direction that Oshkosh is takingThe job Oshkosh government does at welcomingresident involvementOverall confidence in Oshkosh government Generally acting in the best interest of the community Being honest Being open and transparent to the public Informing residents about issues facing the community Treating all residents fairly Treating residents with respect 43%42% 46% Similar Similar* 43%42% 46% Similar Similar* 42%43%42% Similar Similar* 42%43%42% Similar Similar* 38%38% 38% Similar Similar* 38%38% 38% Similar Similar* 38% 35% 38% Similar Similar* 38% 35% 38% Similar Similar* 42%40% 41% Similar Similar* 42%40% 41% Similar Similar* 51%53% 49% Similar Similar* 51%53% 49% Similar Similar* Please rate the following categories of Oshkosh government performance.(% excellent or good)Public information servicesOverall customer service by Oshkosh employeesPlease rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh.(% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 The City of Oshkosh The Federal Government 58% 56% 62% Similar Similar* 58% 56% 62% Similar Similar* 25% 29% 25% Similar Similar*25% 29% 25% Similar Similar* Overall, how would you rate the quality of the services provided by each of the following? (% excellent or good) vs. benchmark⁹ 12 13% Poor Excellent 4% Good 43%Fair 40% Poor 13% Overall economic health of Oshkosh, 2024 Economy Local governments work together with private and nonprofit businesses, and with the community at large, to foster sustainable growth, create jobs, and promote a thriving local economy. 2018 2020 2022 2024 Oshkosh as a place to work Oshkosh as a place to visit 70%71%74%71%64%65%66% Similar Similar* 70%71%74%71%64%65%66% Similar Similar* 56% 67%58% Similar Similar* 56% 67%58% Similar Similar* Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) Variety of business and service establishments Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area Employment opportunities Shopping opportunities Cost of living 56%ar Similar* 56%ar Similar* 2018 2020 2022 2024 Economic development 45%43%46% Similar Similar* 45%43%46% Similar Similar* Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) What impact, if any, do you think the economy will have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be: What impact, if any, do you think the economy will have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be: (% very or somewhat positive) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Overall economic health 51% 42%47% Lower Similar* 51% 42%47% Lower Similar* Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. (% excellent or good) 10. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁰ 13 Overall economic health of Oshkosh, 2024EconomyLocal governments work together with private andnonprofit businesses, and with the community at large, tofoster sustainable growth, create jobs, and promote athriving local economy.Oshkosh as a place to workOshkosh as a place to visitPlease rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh.(% excellent or good)Overall quality of business and serviceestablishments Variety of business and service establishments Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area Employment opportunities Shopping opportunities Cost of living 56% Similar* 56% 5588%% SSiimmiillaarr Similar* 47%44% 48% Similar Similar* 47%44% 48% Similar Similar* 61%61% 60% Similar Similar* 61%61% 60% Similar Similar* 51% 46% 56% Similar Similar* 51% 46% 56% Similar Similar* 39% 47% 42% Similar Similar*39% 47% 42% Similar Similar* Please rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community.(% excellent or good)Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh.(% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 What impact, if any, do you think the economy will have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be: 14%13% 22% Similar Similar* 14%13% 22% Similar Similar* What impact, if any, do you think the economy will have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be: (% very or somewhat positive) Overall economic health 10. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁰ 2018 2020 2022 2024 Overall quality of business and service establishments 7711%%7700%%7711%% SSiimmiillaarr SSiimmiillaarr** 5588%% Please rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. (% excellent or good) 14 Excellent 6% Good 47%Fair 39% Poor 9% Overall quality of the transportation system in Oshkosh, 2024 Mobility The ease with which residents can move about their communities, whether for commuting, leisure, or recreation, plays a major role in the quality of life for all who live, work, and play in the community. 11. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. 2018 2020 2022 2024 Traffic flow on major streets Ease of public parking Ease of travel by car Ease of travel by public transportation Ease of travel by bicycle Ease of walking 56%53% 61% Similar Similar*56%53% 61% Similar Similar* 53%53% 57% Similar Similar* 53%53% 57% Similar Similar* 78%69%78% Similar Similar* 78%69%78% Similar Similar* 49% 42% 50% Similar Similar* 49% 42% 50% Similar Similar* 53%55%47% Similar Similar* 53%55%47% Similar Similar* 66%67% 60% Similar Similar* 66%67% 60% Similar Similar* Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. (% excellent or good) Used public transportation instead of driving Carpooled with other adults or children instead of driving alone Walked or biked instead of driving Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. (% yes) Traffic enforcement Traffic signal timing Street repair Street cleaning Street lighting Snow removal Sidewalk maintenance Bus or transit services Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Overall quality of the transportation system 55% 44% 52% Similar Similar* 55% 44% 52% Similar Similar* Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. (% excellent or good) vs. benchmark¹¹ 15 Overall quality of the transportation system inOshkosh, 2024MobilityThe ease with which residents can move abouttheir communities, whether for commuting,leisure, or recreation, plays a major role in thequality of life for all who live, work, and play inthe community. 11. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. Traffic flow on major streetsEase of public parkingEase of travel by carEase of travel by public transportationEase of travel by bicycleEase of walkingPlease also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community.(% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Used public transportation instead of driving Carpooled with other adults or children instead of driving alone Walked or biked instead of driving 13%12% 14% Similar Lower* 13%12% 14% Similar Lower* 55% 45% 52% Similar Similar* 55% 45% 52% Similar Similar* 63%65%60% Similar Similar* 63%65%60% Similar Similar* Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. (% yes) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Traffic enforcement Traffic signal timing Street repair Street cleaning Street lighting Snow removal Sidewalk maintenance Bus or transit services 53% 50% 57% Similar Similar* 53% 50% 57% Similar Similar* 76%77% 92% 80% 54%55% 54% Similar Similar* 76%77% 92% 80% 54%55% 54% Similar Similar* 21%15% 20% Lower Similar*21%15% 20% Lower Similar* 60%63% 61% Similar Similar*60%63% 61% Similar Similar* 60%60% 63% Similar Similar*60%60% 63% Similar Similar* 72%59%64% 56%56%54% 66% Similar Similar* 72%59%64% 56%56%54% 66% Similar Similar* 59%69%62%57% 64%54% 55% Similar Similar* 59%69%62%57% 64%54% 55% Similar Similar* 56%57%75%60% 51%43% 53% Similar Similar* 56%57%75%60% 51%43% 53% Similar Similar* Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) Overall quality of the transportation system vs. benchmark¹¹ 11. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. 16 Excellent 6% Good 46% Fair 37% Poor 11% Overall design or layout of Oshkosh's residential and commercial areas, 2024 Community Design A well-designed community enhances the quality of life for its residents by encouraging smart land use and zoning, ensuring that affordable housing is accessible to all, and providing access to parks and other green spaces. 12. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. 2018 2020 2022 2024 Well-planned residential growth Well-planned commercial growth Well-designed neighborhoods 41%39% 47% Similar Similar*41%39% 47% Similar Similar* 41%41% 47% Similar Similar*41%41% 47% Similar Similar* 42% 49% 45% Similar Similar*42% 49% 45% Similar Similar* Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. (% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Your neighborhood as a place to live 73%76%70% Lower Similar* 73%76%70% Lower Similar* Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) Land use, planning and zoning Code enforcement 2018 2020 2022 2024 Overall design or layout of residential and commercial areas 48% 54% Similar Similar* 48% 54% Similar Similar* vs. benchmark¹² 17 Overall design or layout of Oshkosh's residentialand commercial areas, 2024Community DesignA well-designed community enhances thequality of life for its residents byencouraging smart land use and zoning,ensuring that affordable housing isaccessible to all, and providing access toparks and other green spaces. 12. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. Well-planned residential growthWell-planned commercial growth Preservation of the historical or cultural character of the community Public places where people want to spend time Variety of housing options Availability of affordable quality housing Overall quality of new development Overall appearance 45%45% 58%57% 63% Similar Similar* 58%57% 63% Similar Similar* 53% 49% 54% Similar Similar* 53% 49% 54% Similar Similar* 38% 43% 39% Similar Similar*38% 43% 39% Similar Similar* 69%72% 29% 78% 28%19% Similar Similar* 69%72% 29% 78% 28%19% Similar Similar* 47%50%49% Similar Similar* 47%50%49% Similar Similar* 52%53%51% Lower Similar* 52%53%51% Lower Similar* Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community.(% excellent or good)Your neighborhood as a place to livePlease rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh.(% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Land use, planning and zoning Code enforcement 55%42% 43%35%33%33% 36% Similar Similar* 55%42% 43%35%33%33% 36% Similar Similar* 37% 32% 43% Similar Similar* 37% 32% 43% Similar Similar* Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) Overall design or layout of residential andcommercial areas vs. benchmark¹² 18 Excellent 6% Good 45%Fair 36% Poor 13% Overall quality of the utility infrastructure in Oshkosh, 2024 Utilities Services such as water, gas, electricity, and internet access play a vital role in ensuring the physical and economic health and well-being of the communities they serve. 13. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. 2018 2020 2022 2024 Affordable high-speed internet access Garbage collection Drinking water Sewer services Storm water management Power (electric and/or gas) utility Utility billing 49%48% 50% Similar Similar* 49%48% 50% Similar Similar* 97%89%89%88%85% 85% Similar Similar* 97%89%89%88%85% 85% Similar Similar* 63% 66%59% Similar Similar*63% 66%59% Similar Similar* 77%79% 75% Similar Similar* 77%79% 75% Similar Similar* 66% 57% 67% 61%61% 68%70% Similar Similar* 66% 57% 67% 61%61% 68%70% Similar Similar* 76%79% 70% Similar Similar* 76%79% 70% Similar Similar* 54%52% 55% Similar Similar* 54%52% 55% Similar Similar* Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Overall quality of the utility infrastructure 52%54% Similar Lower* 52%54% Similar Lower* vs. benchmark¹³ 13. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. Excellent 11% Good 50% Fair 30% Poor 9% Overall feeling of safety in Oshkosh, 2024 Safety Public safety is often the most important task facing local governments. All residents should feel safe and secure in their neighborhoods and in the greater community, and providing robust safety-related services is essential to residents' quality of life. 2018 2020 2022 2024 Overall feeling of safety 61%60%61% Lower Similar* 61%60%61% Lower Similar* Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. (% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 In your neighborhood during the day In Oshkosh's downtown/commercial area during the day From property crime From violent crime From fire, flood, or other natural disaster 89%93%91%94%94%91% Similar Similar* 89%93%91%94%94%91% Similar Similar* 90%92%98%84%86% 87% Similar Similar* 90%92%98%84%86% 87% Similar Similar* 69%66% 71% Similar Similar*69%66% 71% Similar Similar* 77% 71% 76% Similar Similar* 77% 71% 76% Similar Similar* 82% 77% 85% Similar Similar* 82% 77% 85% Similar Similar* Please rate how safe or unsafe you feel: (% very or somewhat safe) Police/Sheriff services Crime prevention Animal control Ambulance or emergency medical services Fire services Fire prevention and education Emergency preparedness Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) 14. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁴ 20 Overall feeling of safety in Oshkosh, 2024SafetyPublic safety is often the most important taskfacing local governments. All residents shouldfeel safe and secure in their neighborhoodsand in the greater community, and providingrobust safety-related services is essential toresidents' quality of life.Overall feeling of safetyPlease rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole.(% excellent or good)In your neighborhood during the dayIn Oshkosh's downtown/commercial area during thedayFrom property crimeFrom violent crimeFrom fire, flood, or other natural disasterPlease rate how safe or unsafe you feel:(% very or somewhat safe) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Police/Sheriff services Crime prevention Animal control Ambulance or emergency medical services Fire services Fire prevention and education Emergency preparedness 73% 73% 84%71% 81% 70% 71% Similar Similar*73% 73% 84%71% 81% 70% 71% Similar Similar* 60%58% 62% Similar Similar* 60%58% 62% Similar Similar* 69%67% 69% Similar Similar* 69%67% 69% Similar Similar* 84%65%85% 90%91%81% Similar Similar* 84%65%85% 90%91%81% Similar Similar* 90% 92% 79%88% 100% 96%91% Similar Similar* 90% 92% 79%88% 100% 96%91% Similar Similar* 76%80% 77% Similar Similar* 76%80% 77% Similar Similar* 57% 62%58% Similar Similar* 57% 62%58% Similar Similar* Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) 14. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁴ 21 Excellent 11% Good 48% Fair 30% Poor 10% Overall quality of natural environment in Oshkosh, 2024 Natural Environment The natural environment plays a vital role in the health and well-being of residents. The natural spaces in which residents live and experience their communities has a direct and profound effect on quality of life. 2018 2020 2022 2024 Cleanliness Water resources Air quality 53% 61%54% Lower Similar*53% 61%54% Lower Similar* 64%63%65% Similar Similar* 64%63%65% Similar Similar* 79%80%78% Similar Similar* 79%80%78% Similar Similar* Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. (% excellent or good) Recycling Yard waste pick-up 50%Similar*50%Similar* 2018 2020 2022 2024 Overall quality of natural environment 57% 70%59% Lower Similar* 57% 70%59% Lower Similar* Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. (% excellent or good) 15. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁵ 22 Overall quality of natural environment inOshkosh, 2024Natural EnvironmentThe natural environment plays a vital role in the healthand well-being of residents. The natural spaces in whichresidents live and experience their communities has adirect and profound effect on quality of life.CleanlinessWater resourcesAir qualityPlease also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community.(% excellent or good)Preservation of natural areas Recycling Yard waste pick-up 50% 50% Similar*50% 50% Similar* 79% 94% 82% 83% 70%69% 69% Similar Similar* 79% 94% 82% 83% 70%69% 69% Similar Similar* 72%74% 87% 67% 79% 64% 66% Similar Similar*72%74% 87% 67% 79% 64% 66% Similar Similar* Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh.(% excellent or good)Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole.(% excellent or good) 15. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁵ 2018 2020 2022 2024 Preservation of natural areas Oshkosh open space 5522%% 4477%% 5533%% SSiimmiillaarr SSiimmiillaarr** 5500%% 5500%% SSiimmiillaarr Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) 23 20% Fair Excellent 21% Good 52% Fair 20% Poor 7% Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities, 2024 Parks and Recreation "There are no communities that pride themselves on their quality of life, promote themselves as a desirable location for businesses to relocate, or maintain that they are environmental stewards of their natural resources, without such communities having a robust, active system of parks and recreation programs for public use and enjoyment." - National Recreation and Park Association 2018 2020 2022 2024 Availability of paths and walking trails Fitness opportunities Recreational opportunities 66% 79% 66%64%60% 63% Similar Similar* 66% 79% 66%64%60% 63% Similar Similar* 73% 64% 71% Similar Similar* 73% 64% 71% Similar Similar* 66% 60% 64% Similar Similar* 66% 60% 64% Similar Similar* Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. (% excellent or good) Recreation centers or facilities 2018 2020 2022 2024 Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities 71%76%72% Similar Similar* 71%76%72% Similar Similar* Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. (% excellent or good) 16. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁶ 24 Overall quality of parks and recreationopportunities, 2024Parks and Recreation"There are no communities that pride themselves ontheir quality of life, promote themselves as adesirable location for businesses to relocate, ormaintain that they are environmental stewards oftheir natural resources, without such communitieshaving a robust, active system of parks andrecreation programs for public use and enjoyment."- National Recreation and Park AssociationAvailability of paths and walking trailsFitness opportunitiesRecreational opportunitiesPlease also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community.(% excellent or good)City parks Recreation centers or facilities 65%65% 66%66%63% Similar Similar* 66%66%63% Similar Similar* Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh.(% excellent or good)Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole.(% excellent or good) 16. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁶ 2018 2020 2022 2024 City parks Recreation programs or classes 7744%%7799%%7744%% SSiimmiillaarr SSiimmiillaarr** 6666%%6688%%6655%% S S S S i i i i m m m m i i i i l l l l a a a a r r r r** Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) 25 Excellent 10% Good 50% Fair 32% Poor 8% Overall health and wellness opportunities in Oshkosh, 2024 Health and Wellness The characteristics of and amenities available in the communities in which people live has a direct impact on the health and wellness of residents, and thus, on their quality of life overall. 2018 2020 2022 2024 Availability of affordable quality food Availability of affordable quality health care Availability of preventive health services Availability of affordable quality mental health care 60%61%51% Similar Similar* 60%61%51% Similar Similar* 55% 57%51% Similar Similar* 55% 57%51% Similar Similar* 56%56%57% Similar Similar* 56%56%57% Similar Similar* 36%36% 40% Similar Similar*36%36% 40% Similar Similar* Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. (% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Health services 66% 69%62% Similar Similar* 66% 69%62% Similar Similar* Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) Please rate your overall health. 2018 2020 2022 2024 Overall health and wellness opportunities 64%66% Similar Similar* 64%66% Similar Similar* 17. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁷ 26 Overall health and wellness opportunities inOshkosh, 2024Health and WellnessThe characteristics of and amenities availablein the communities in which people live has adirect impact on the health and wellness ofresidents, and thus, on their quality of lifeoverall.Availability of affordable quality foodAvailability of affordable quality health careAvailability of preventive health servicesAvailability of affordable quality mental health carePlease also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community.(% excellent or good) Health services 66% 69%62% Similar 66% 69%62% Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh.(% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Please rate your overall health. 58%56%60% Similar Similar* 58%56%60% Similar Similar* Please rate your overall health. (% excellent or very good) Overall health and wellness opportunitiesPlease rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole.(% excellent or good) 17. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁷ 27 Excellent 12% Good 45% Fair 36% Poor 7% Overall opportunities for education, culture and the arts, 2024 Education, Arts, and Culture Participation in the arts, in educational opportunities, and in cultural activities is linked to increased civic engagement, greater social tolerance, and enhanced enjoyment of the local community. 2018 2020 2022 2024 Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activities Community support for the arts Availability of affordable quality childcare/preschool K-12 education Adult educational opportunities Opportunities to attend special events and festivals 61%61%61% Similar Similar* 61%61%61% Similar Similar* 57%58%58% Similar Similar* 57%58%58% Similar Similar* 28% 40%33% Similar Similar*28% 40%33% Similar Similar* 49% 57%51% Lower Similar*49% 57%51% Lower Similar* 52% 61%54% Similar Similar*52% 61%54% Similar Similar* 62%69%65% Similar Similar* 62%69%65% Similar Similar* Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. (% excellent or good) Public library services Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Overall opportunities for education, culture, and the arts 57% 67%56% Similar Similar*57% 67%56% Similar Similar* Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. (% excellent or good) 18. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁸ 28 Overall opportunities for education,culture and the arts, 2024Education, Arts, and CultureParticipation in the arts, in educational opportunities, andin cultural activities is linked to increased civicengagement, greater social tolerance, and enhancedenjoyment of the local community.Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activitiesCommunity support for the artsAvailability of affordable quality childcare/preschoolK-12 educationAdult educational opportunitiesOpportunities to attend special events and festivalsPlease also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community.(% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Public library services 89%87% 97% 86%85% 82% Similar Similar* 89%87% 97% 86%85% 82% Similar Similar* Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) Overall opportunities for education, culture, andthe artsPlease rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole.(% excellent or good) 18. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁸ 29 Excellent 7% Good 35% Fair 44% Poor 14% Residents' connection and engagement with their community, 2024 Inclusivity and Engagement Inclusivity refers to a cultural and environmental feeling of belonging; residents who feel invited to participate within their communities feel more included, involved, and engaged than those who do not. 2018 2020 2022 2024 Oshkosh as a place to raise children Oshkosh as a place to retire Sense of community 70%70%70%67%73%62% Lower Similar* 70%70%70%67%73%62% Lower Similar* 50% 48% 48% 56% 45% 54%43% Lower Similar* 50% 48% 48% 56% 45% 54%43% Lower Similar* 47%50%44% Lower Similar* 47%50%44% Lower Similar* Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. (% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 Residents' connection and engagement with their community 41%43%41% Similar Similar* 41%43%41% Similar Similar* Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. (% excellent or good) Making all residents feel welcome Attracting people from diverse backgrounds Valuing/respecting residents from diverse backgrounds Taking care of vulnerable residents Please rate the job you feel the Oshkosh community does at each of the following. (% excellent or good) Sense of civic/community pride Neighborliness of residents Opportunities to participate in social events and activities Opportunities to volunteer Opportunities to participate in community matters Openness and acceptance of the community toward people of diverse backgrounds Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. (% excellent or good) 19. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁹ 30 Residents' connection and engagement withtheir community, 2024Inclusivity and EngagementInclusivity refers to a cultural and environmentalfeeling of belonging; residents who feel invited toparticipate within their communities feel moreincluded, involved, and engaged than those who donot.Oshkosh as a place to raise childrenOshkosh as a place to retireSense of communityPlease rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh.(% excellent or good)Residents' connection and engagement withtheir communityPlease rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole.(% excellent or good) 2018 2020 2022 2024 48%47%58% 42% 60% 43% 61% Similar Similar* 48%47%58% 42% 60% 43% 61% Similar Similar* 53% Similar Similar* 53% Similar Similar* 53% Similar Similar* 53% Similar Similar* 45% Similar Similar* 45% Similar Similar* Please rate the job you feel the Oshkosh community does at each of the following. (% excellent or good) 45% Similar Similar* 45% Similar Similar* 44% Lower Similar* 44% Lower Similar* 56% Similar Similar* 56% Similar Similar* 74% Similar Similar* 74% Similar Similar* 59% Similar Similar* 59% Similar Similar* 44% Similar Similar* 44% Similar Similar* Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. (% excellent or good) 19. Comparison to the national benchmark is shown first, with regional benchmarks denoted with an asterisk (*). A full list of national and regional benchmarks are available at the end of the report. If no comparison is available, this is left blank. vs. benchmark¹⁹ 31 % p o s i t i v e Ra n k Nu m b e r o f co m m u n i t i e s Pe r c e n t i l e Community Design Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. Your neighborhood as a place to live Lower Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall design or layout of residential and commercial areas Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Well-planned residential growth Similar Well-planned commercial growth Similar Well-designed neighborhoods Similar Preservation of the historical or cultural character of the community Similar Public places where people want to spend time Similar Variety of housing options Similar Availability of affordable quality housing Similar Overall quality of new development Similar 1134630370% 2732423551% 5027413747% 5927311147% 3327418245% 5027013463% 2931822454% 3433121639% 3835321619% National Benchmark Tables This table contains the comparisons of Oshkosh's results to those from other communities. The first column shows the comparison of Oshkosh's rating to the benchmark. Oshkosh's results are noted as being “higher”, “lower” or “similar” to the benchmark, meaning that the average rating given by Oshkosh residents is statistically similar to or different than the benchmark. The second column is Oshkosh's “percent positive.” Most commonly, the percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options (i.e., excellent/good). The third column is the rank assigned to Oshkosh's rating among communities where a similar question was asked. The fourth column is the number of communities that asked a similar question. The fifth column shows the percentile for Oshkosh's result -- that is what percent of surveyed communities had a lower rating than Oshkosh. 32 Community Design Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Availability of affordable quality housing Similar Overall quality of new development Similar Overall appearance Lower Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Land use, planning and zoning Similar Code enforcement Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall design or layout of residential and commercial areas Lower Economy Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. Oshkosh as a place to work Similar Oshkosh as a place to visit Similar Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall economic health Lower Please rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Overall quality of business and service establishments Similar Variety of business and service establishments Similar Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area Similar Employment opportunities Similar Shopping opportunities Similar Cost of living Similar 4334219349% 1835628451% 3933720336% 4336720243% 430729457% 5238017666% 3733921158% 2033326547% 4933316871% 5027213558% 4731316548% 773467960% 5333615556% 33 Economy Please rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Shopping opportunities Similar Cost of living Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Economic development Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall economic health Similar What impact, if any, do you think the economy will have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be: Similar Education, Arts, and Culture Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall opportunities for education, culture, and the arts Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activities Similar Community support for the arts Similar Availability of affordable quality childcare/preschool Similar K-12 education Lower Adult educational opportunities Similar Opportunities to attend special events and festivals Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Public library services Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall opportunities for education, culture, and the arts Similar Public information services Similar 5232315442% 3232822146% 1230726884% 6131612422% 3732920756% 5734014361% 4827013958% 2832623533% 2333625751% 4532017554% 3632420565% 3634922082% 3830718971% 34 Education, Arts, and Culture Please rate how important, if atall, you think it is for theOshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall opportunities for education, culture, and the arts Similar Governance Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Public information services Similar Overall customer service by Oshkosh employees Similar Please rate the following categories of Oshkosh government performance. The value of services for the taxes paid to Oshkosh Similar The overall direction that Oshkosh is taking Similar The job Oshkosh government does at welcoming resident involvement Similar Overall confidence in Oshkosh government Similar Generally acting in the best interest of the community Similar Being honest Similar Being open and transparent to the public Similar Informing residents about issues facing the community Similar Treating all residents fairly Similar Treating residents with respect Similar Overall, how would you rate the quality of the services provided by each of the following? The City of Oshkosh Similar The Federal Government Similar 1933426655% 2938226072% 2039330538% 2736225847% 1635429438% 1532627537% 2333025346% 1932125842% 1927722338% 2128122138% 2432724841% 2227421349% 2238729362% 35 Governance Overall, how would you rate the quality of the services provided by each of the following? The City of Oshkosh Similar The Federal Government Similar Health and Wellness Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall health and wellness opportunities Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Availability of affordable quality food Similar Availability of affordable quality health care Similar Availability of preventive health services Similar Availability of affordable quality mental health care Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Health services Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall health and wellness opportunities Similar Please rate your overall health.Similar Inclusivity and Engagement Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. Oshkosh as a place to raise children Lower Oshkosh as a place to retire Lower Sense of community Lower Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Residents' connection and engagement with their community Similar Making all residents feel welcome Similar 331430225% 2632624159% 2931822451% 3833120651% 4331317757% 4931716040% 4231017762% 3930718576% 1731325960% 1939030362% 1038533643% 1335130144% 2427420741% 36 Inclusivity and Engagement Please rate each of thefollowing characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Residents' connection and engagement with their community Similar Please rate the job you feel the Oshkosh community does at each of the following. Making all residents feel welcome Similar Attracting people from diverse backgrounds Similar Valuing/respecting residents from diverse backgrounds Similar Taking care of vulnerable residents Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Sense of civic/community pride Similar Neighborliness of residents Lower Opportunities to participate in social events and activities Similar Opportunities to volunteer Similar Opportunities to participate in community matters Similar Openness and acceptance of the community toward people of diverse backgrounds Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Residents' connection and engagement with their community Similar Mobility Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall quality of the transportation system Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Traffic flow on major streets Similar Ease of public parking Similar 3027619461% 4027316353% 2527420553% 3427017745% 2027021545% 1031928544% 3632921056% 5432414774% 3332421559% 2134226944% 2330723665% 5528012652% 6736011661% 37 Mobility Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Traffic flow on major streets Similar Ease of public parking Similar Ease of travel by car Similar Ease of travel by public transportation Similar Ease of travel by bicycle Similar Ease of walking Similar Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. Used public transportation instead of driving Similar Carpooled with other adults or children instead of driving alone Similar Walked or biked instead of driving Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Traffic enforcement Similar Traffic signal timing Similar Street repair Lower Street cleaning Similar Street lighting Similar Snow removal Similar 5431314457% 6634411678% 763167650% 4734418047% 4434819360% 4329917014% 783157052% 5431714460% 3837522757% 3832519954% 937333620% 4833717161% 5236516763% 38 Mobility Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Street lighting Similar Snow removal Similar Sidewalk maintenance Similar Bus or transit services Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall quality of the transportation system Similar Natural Environment Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall quality of natural environment Lower Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Cleanliness Lower Water resources Similar Air quality Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Preservation of natural areas Similar Oshkosh open space Similar Recycling Similar Yard waste pick-up Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall quality of natural environment Similar Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities Similar 4929114366% 4933717155% 733118253% 827024765% 1133329559% 2335326954% 5525511465% 4232618978% 2631923553% 2131625050% 4435719769% 3431320466% 2730722479% 39 Natural Environment Please rate how important, if atall, you think it is for theOshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years.Overall quality of natural environment Similar Parks and Recreation Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Availability of paths and walking trails Similar Fitness opportunities Similar Recreational opportunities Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. City parks Similar Recreation programs or classes Similar Recreation centers or facilities Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities Similar Participation Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. Contacted the City of Oshkosh for help or information Similar Contacted Oshkosh elected officials to express your opinion Similar Attended a local public meeting Similar Watched a local public meeting Similar Volunteered your time to some group/activity Similar Campaigned or advocated for a local issue, cause, or candidate Similar 2727720372% 3834821263% 4232018371% 3533821964% 3135024274% 3734121265% 3732820663% 3427117877% 3935221544% 2431723912% 832029412% 5631013625% 6432311736% 40 Participation Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. Volunteered your time to some group/activity Similar Campaigned or advocated for a local issue, cause, or candidate Similar Voted in your most recent local election Similar In general, how many times do you: Access the internet from your home Similar Access the internet from your cell phone Similar Visit social media sites Similar Use or check email Similar Share your opinions online Similar Shop online Lower Quality of Life Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. Oshkosh as a place to live Lower The overall quality of life Lower Please indicate how likely or unlikely you are to do each of the following. Recommend living in Oshkosh to someone who asks Similar Remain in Oshkosh for the next five years Similar Please rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Overall image or reputation Lower Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall feeling of safety Lower 4331317916% 1927021968% 1426823089% 3227018493% 662709281% 1627122694% 3026918824% 526825442% 1238632768% 1740832567% 2333425575% 2433825578% 1838029953% 41 Quality of Life Please rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community.Overall image or reputation Lower Safety Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall feeling of safety Lower Please rate how safe or unsafe you feel: In your neighborhood during the day Similar In Oshkosh's downtown/commercial area during the day Similar From property crime Similar From violent crime Similar From fire, flood, or other natural disaster Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Police services Similar Crime prevention Similar Animal control Similar Ambulance or emergency medical services Similar Fire services Similar Fire prevention and education Similar Emergency preparedness Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall feeling of safety Similar 1937229561% 3235123591% 3833920787% 3828217371% 2928220076% 6227210285% 2539928771% 3437623962% 4934817369% 2135126781% 3537023291% 5033316477% 2033326258% 42 Safety Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh.Emergency preparedness Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall feeling of safety Similar Utilities Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Affordable high-speed internet access Similar Garbage collection Similar Drinking water Similar Sewer services Similar Storm water management Similar Power (electric and/or gas) utility Similar Utility billing Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Similar 1330726583% 1827122150% 2926919050% 6335312985% 2433625259% 3633321075% 5335316370% 2829321070% 1531226155% 1327023483% 43 % p o s i t i v e Ra n k Nu m b e r o f co m m u n i t i e s Pe r c e n t i l e Community Design Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. Your neighborhood as a place to live Similar Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall design or layout of residential and commercial areas Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Well-planned residential growth Similar Well-planned commercial growth Similar Well-designed neighborhoods Similar Preservation of the historical or cultural character of the community Similar Public places where people want to spend time Similar Variety of housing options Similar Availability of affordable quality housing Similar Overall quality of new development Similar Overall appearance Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Land use, planning and zoning Similar Code enforcement Similar 577470% 427551% 577447% 577447% 506445% 666363% 427554% 577439% 427519% 577449% 287651% 577436% Regional Benchmark Tables This table contains the comparisons of Oshkosh's results to communities with similar demographic breakdowns from the Upper Midwest (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin). The first column shows the comparison of Oshkosh's rating to the benchmark. Oshkosh's results are noted as being “higher”, “lower” or “similar” to the benchmark, meaning that the average rating given by Oshkosh residents is statistically similar to or different than the benchmark. The second column is Oshkosh's “percent positive.” Most commonly, the percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options (i.e., excellent/good). The third column is the rank assigned to Oshkosh's rating among communities where a similar question was asked. The fourth column is the number of communities that asked a similar question. The fifth column shows the percentile for Oshkosh's result -- that is what percent of surveyed communities had a lower rating than Oshkosh. 44 Community Design Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Land use, planning and zoning Similar Code enforcement Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall design or layout of residential and commercial areas Similar Economy Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. Oshkosh as a place to work Similar Oshkosh as a place to visit Similar Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall economic health Similar Please rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Overall quality of business and service establishments Similar Variety of business and service establishments Similar Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area Similar Employment opportunities Similar Shopping opportunities Similar Cost of living Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh.Economic development Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall economic health Similar What impact, if any, do you think the economy will have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be: Similar Education, Arts, and Culture Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall opportunities for education, culture, and the arts Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activities Similar Community support for the arts Similar 577443% 336557% 717366% 577458% 577447% 287671% 287658% 427548% 717360% 506456% 287642% 577446% 336584% 666322% 427556% 427561% 45 Education, Arts, and Culture Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activities Similar Community support for the arts Similar Availability of affordable quality childcare/preschool Similar K-12 education Similar Adult educational opportunities Similar Opportunities to attend special events and festivals Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh.Public library services Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall opportunities for education, culture, and the arts Similar Governance Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Public information services Similar Overall customer service by Oshkosh employees Similar Please rate the following categories of Oshkosh government performance. The value of services for the taxes paid to Oshkosh Similar The overall direction that Oshkosh is taking Similar The job Oshkosh government does at welcoming resident involvement Similar Overall confidence in Oshkosh government Similar Generally acting in the best interest of the community Similar Being honest Similar Being open and transparent to the public Similar Informing residents about issues facing the community Similar 427558% 427533% 427551% 287654% 506465% 336582% 336571% 287655% 577472% 577438% 577447% 427538% 577437% 577446% 427542% 506438% 46 Governance Please rate the following categories of Oshkosh government performance. Being open and transparent to the public Similar Informing residents about issues facing the community Similar Treating all residents fairly Similar Treating residents with respect Similar Overall, how would you rate the quality of the services provided by each of the following? The City of Oshkosh Similar The Federal Government Similar Health and Wellness Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall health and wellness opportunities Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Availability of affordable quality food Similar Availability of affordable quality health care Similar Availability of preventive health services Similar Availability of affordable quality mental health care Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh.Health services Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall health and wellness opportunities Similar Please rate your overall health.Similar Inclusivity and Engagement Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. Oshkosh as a place to raise children Similar Oshkosh as a place to retire Similar Sense of community Similar Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Residents' connection and engagement with their community Similar 427538% 577441% 577449% 427562% 147725% 287659% 427551% 427551% 427557% 427540% 427562% 666376% 336560% 427562% 427543% 287644% 47 Inclusivity and Engagement Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh.Sense of community Similar Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Residents' connection and engagement with their community Similar Please rate the job you feel the Oshkosh community does at each of the following. Making all residents feel welcome Similar Attracting people from diverse backgrounds Similar Valuing/respecting residents from diverse backgrounds Similar Taking care of vulnerable residents Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Sense of civic/community pride Similar Neighborliness of residents Similar Opportunities to participate in social events and activities Similar Opportunities to volunteer Similar Opportunities to participate in community matters Similar Openness and acceptance of the community toward people of diverse backgrounds Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Residents' connection and engagement with their community Similar Mobility Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall quality of the transportation system Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Traffic flow on major streets Similar Ease of public parking Similar Ease of travel by car Similar Ease of travel by public transportation Similar 427541% 427561% 287653% 427553% 577445% 427545% 287644% 427556% 427574% 287659% 287644% 506465% 427552% 577461% 836257% 717378% 48 Mobility Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Ease of travel by car Similar Ease of travel by public transportation Similar Ease of travel by bicycle Similar Ease of walking Similar Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. Used public transportation instead of driving Lower Carpooled with other adults or children instead of driving alone Similar Walked or biked instead of driving Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Traffic enforcement Similar Traffic signal timing Similar Street repair Similar Street cleaning Similar Street lighting Similar Snow removal Similar Sidewalk maintenance Similar Bus or transit services Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall quality of the transportation system Similar Natural Environment Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall quality of natural environment Similar Cleanliness Similar 717350% 427547% 427560% 147714% 717352% 427560% 577457% 577454% 287620% 717361% 577463% 717366% 717355% 577453% 336565% 287659% 49 Natural Environment Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole.Overall quality of natural environment Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Cleanliness Similar Water resources Similar Air quality Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Preservation of natural areas Similar Oshkosh open space Similar Recycling Similar Yard waste pick-up Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall quality of natural environment Similar Parks and Recreation Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Availability of paths and walking trails Similar Fitness opportunities Similar Recreational opportunities Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. City parks Similar Recreation programs or classes Similar Recreation centers or facilities Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities Similar Contacted the City of Oshkosh for help or information Similar 577454% 666365% 717378% 287653% 287650% 717369% 717366% 506479% 506472% 287663% 287671% 427564% 427574% 506465% 506463% 666377% 50 Parks and Recreation Please rate how important, if at all,you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years.Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities Similar Participation Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. Contacted the City of Oshkosh for help or information Similar Contacted Oshkosh elected officials to express your opinion Similar Attended a local public meeting Similar Watched a local public meeting Similar Volunteered your time to some group/activity Similar Campaigned or advocated for a local issue, cause, or candidate Similar Voted in your most recent local election Similar In general, how many times do you:Access the internet from your home Similar Access the internet from your cell phone Similar Visit social media sites Similar Use or check email Similar Share your opinions online Similar Shop online Similar Quality of Life Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. Oshkosh as a place to live Similar The overall quality of life Similar Please indicate how likely or unlikely you are to do each of the following. Recommend living in Oshkosh to someone who asks Similar Remain in Oshkosh for the next five years Similar 427544% 506412% 427512% 427525% 577436% 577416% 427568% 287689% 427593% 717381% 287694% 427524% 427542% 287668% 427567% 577475% 51 Quality of Life Please indicate how likely or unlikely you are to do each of the following. Recommend living in Oshkosh to someone who asks Similar Remain in Oshkosh for the next five years Similar Please rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community.Overall image or reputation Similar Safety Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall feeling of safety Similar Please rate how safe or unsafe you feel: In your neighborhood during the day Similar In Oshkosh's downtown/commercial area during the day Similar From property crime Similar From violent crime Similar From fire, flood, or other natural disaster Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Police services Similar Crime prevention Similar Animal control Similar Ambulance or emergency medical services Similar Fire services Similar Fire prevention and education Similar Emergency preparedness Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall feeling of safety Similar Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Lower 577478% 427553% 427561% 717391% 857287% 717371% 427576% 577485% 577471% 577462% 427569% 427581% 577491% 857277% 506458% 166683% 52 Safety Please rate how important, if at all,you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years.Overall feeling of safety Similar Utilities Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Lower Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Affordable high-speed internet access Similar Garbage collection Similar Drinking water Similar Sewer services Similar Storm water management Similar Power (electric and/or gas) utility Similar Utility billing Similar Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Similar 506450% 336550% 1007185% 577459% 577475% 577470% 666370% 506455% 336583% 53 Th e N a t i o n a l C o m m u n i t y S u r v e y ™ • © 2 0 0 1 -20 2 4 Na t i o n a l R e s e a r c h C e n t e r , I n c . The City of Oshkosh 2024 Community Survey Page 1 of 5 Please complete this survey if you are the adult (age 18 or older) in the household who most recently had a birthday (the year of birth does not matter). Your responses are confidential and no identifying information will be shared. 1.Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Oshkosh. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know Oshkosh as a place to live ..................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Your neighborhood as a place to live .............................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Oshkosh as a place to raise children ................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Oshkosh as a place to work ................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Oshkosh as a place to visit.................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Oshkosh as a place to retire ................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 The overall quality of life in Oshkosh .............................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Sense of community ................................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 2.Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Oshkosh as a whole. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know Overall economic health of Oshkosh ............................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of the transportation system (auto, bicycle, foot, bus) in Oshkosh .............................................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Overall design or layout of Oshkosh’s residential and commercial areas (e.g., homes, buildings, streets, parks, etc.) ................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of the utility infrastructure in Oshkosh (water, sewer, storm water, electric/gas, broadband) ........................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Overall feeling of safety in Oshkosh ................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of natural environment in Oshkosh.................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities ............................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Overall health and wellness opportunities in Oshkosh ........................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Overall opportunities for education, culture , and the arts..................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Residents’ connection and engagement with their community .......................... 1 2 3 4 5 3.Please indicate how likely or unlikely you are to do each of the following. Very Somewhat Somewhat Very Don’t likely likely unlikely unlikely know Recommend living in Oshkosh to someone who asks .......................1 2 3 4 5 Remain in Oshkosh for the next five years..............................................1 2 3 4 5 4.Please rate how safe or unsafe you feel: Very Somewhat Neither safe Somewhat Very Don’t safe safe nor unsafe unsafe unsafe know In your neighborhood during the day ...................................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 In Oshkosh’s downtown/commercial area during the day ............................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 From property crime ....................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 From violent crime ........................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 From fire, flood, or other natural disaster ............................. 1 2 3 4 5 6 5.Please rate the job you feel the Oshkosh community does at each of the following. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know Making all residents feel welcome ................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Attracting people from diverse backgrounds .............................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Valuing/respecting residents from diverse backgrounds ...................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Taking care of vulnerable residents (elderly, disabled, homeless, etc.) ........... 1 2 3 4 5 6.Please rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know Overall quality of business and service establishments in Oshkosh ................. 1 2 3 4 5 Variety of business and service establishments in Oshkosh ................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area ..................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Employment opportunities ................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Shopping opportunities......................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Cost of living in Oshkosh ....................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Overall image or reputation of Oshkosh ........................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Th e N a t i o n a l C o m m u n i t y S u r v e y ™ • © 2 0 0 1 -20 2 4 Na t i o n a l R e s e a r c h C e n t e r , I n c . Page 2 of 5 7.Please also rate each of the following in the Oshkosh community. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know Traffic flow on major streets ............................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Ease of public parking ............................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Ease of travel by car in Oshkosh ........................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Ease of travel by public transportation in Oshkosh .................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Ease of travel by bicycle in Oshkosh ................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Ease of walking in Oshkosh ................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Well-planned residential growth ...................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Well-planned commercial growth .................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Well-designed neighborhoods ........................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Preservation of the historical or cultural character of the community ............ 1 2 3 4 5 Public places where people want to spend time ........................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Variety of housing options ................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality housing ..................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of new development in Oshkosh........................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Overall appearance of Oshkosh ......................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Cleanliness of Oshkosh .......................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Water resources (beaches, lakes, ponds, riverways, etc.) ..................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Air quality .................................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of paths and walking trails .......................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Fitness opportunities (including exercise classes and paths or trails, etc.) ... 1 2 3 4 5 Recreational opportunities .................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality food ............................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality health care ............................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of preventive health services ..................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality mental health care ............................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activities .......................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Community support for the arts ........................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality childcare/preschool ............................................ 1 2 3 4 5 K-12 education .......................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Adult educational opportunities ....................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Sense of civic/community pride ........................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Neighborliness of residents in Oshkosh ......................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to participate in social events and activities .................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to attend special events and festivals................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to volunteer .................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to participate in community matters ................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Openness and acceptance of the community toward people of diverse backgrounds ..................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 8.Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. No Yes Contacted the City of Oshkosh (in-person, phone, email, or web) for help or information .............................. 1 2 Contacted Oshkosh elected officials (in-person, phone, email, or web) to express your opinion ................. 1 2 Attended a local public meeting (of local elected officials like City Council or County Commissioners, advisory boards, town halls, HOA, neighborhood watch, etc.) ............................................ 1 2 Watched (online or on television) a local public meeting ............................................................................................... 1 2 Volunteered your time to some group/activity in Oshkosh ........................................................................................... 1 2 Campaigned or advocated for a local issue, cause , or candidate .................................................................................. 1 2 Voted in your most recent local election ................................................................................................................................ 1 2 Used bus, rail, subway, or other public transportation instead of driving ............................................................... 1 2 Carpooled with other adults or children instead of driving alone............................................................................... 1 2 Walked or biked instead of driving ........................................................................................................................................... 1 2 Th e N a t i o n a l C o m m u n i t y S u r v e y ™ • © 2 0 0 1 -20 2 4 Na t i o n a l R e s e a r c h C e n t e r , I n c . The City of Oshkosh 2024 Community Survey Page 3 of 5 9.Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Oshkosh. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know Public information services ............................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Economic development ..................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Traffic enforcement ............................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Traffic signal timing ............................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Street repair ........................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Street cleaning ....................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Street lighting ........................................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Snow removal ........................................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Sidewalk maintenance ....................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Bus or transit services ....................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Land use, planning, and zoning ...................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Code enforcement (weeds, abandoned buildings, etc.) ...................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Affordable high-speed internet access ....................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Garbage collection ............................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Drinking water ...................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Sewer services ....................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Storm water management (storm drainage, dams, levees, etc.) .................... 1 2 3 4 5 Power (electric and/or gas) utility ............................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Utility billing .......................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Police services ....................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Crime prevention ................................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Animal control ....................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Ambulance or emergency medical services ............................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Fire services ........................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Fire prevention and education ....................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Emergency preparedness (services that prepare the community for natural disasters or other emergency situations) ..................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Preservation of natural areas (open space, farmlands, and greenbelts) ..... 1 2 3 4 5 Oshkosh open space............................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Recycling .................................................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Yard waste pick-up.............................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 City parks................................................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Recreation programs or classes .................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Recreation centers or facilities ...................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Health services ...................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Public library services ....................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Overall customer service by Oshkosh employees (police, receptionists, planners, etc.) ..................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 10.Please rate the following categories of Oshkosh government performance. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know The value of services for the taxes paid to Oshkosh ............................................. 1 2 3 4 5 The overall direction that Oshkosh is taking ........................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 The job Oshkosh government does at welcoming resident involvement .......... 1 2 3 4 5 Overall confidence in Oshkosh government............................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Generally acting in the best interest of the community ...................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Being honest........................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Being open and transparent to the public ................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Informing residents about issues facing the community.................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Treating all residents fairly ............................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Treating residents with respect .................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 11.Overall, how would you rate the quality of the services provided by each of the following? Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know The City of Oshkosh ............................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 The Federal Government .................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Th e N a t i o n a l C o m m u n i t y S u r v e y ™ • © 2 0 0 1 -20 2 4 Na t i o n a l R e s e a r c h C e n t e r , I n c . Page 4 of 5 12.Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Oshkosh community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Very Somewhat Not at all Essential important important important Overall economic health of Oshkosh ..................................................................................1 2 3 4 Overall quality of the transportation system (auto, bicycle, foot, bus) in Oshkosh .................................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 Overall design or layout of Oshkosh’s residential and commercial areas (e.g., homes, buildings, streets, parks, etc.) .....................................................1 2 3 4 Overall quality of the utility infrastructure in Oshkosh (water, sewer, storm water, electric/gas, broadband)...........................................1 2 3 4 Overall feeling of safety in Oshkosh ....................................................................................1 2 3 4 Overall quality of natural environment in Oshkosh.....................................................1 2 3 4 Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities ...............................................1 2 3 4 Overall health and wellness opportunities in Oshkosh ..............................................1 2 3 4 Overall opportunities for education, culture , and the arts........................................1 2 3 4 Residents’ connection and engagement with their community .............................1 2 3 4 Th e N a t i o n a l C o m m u n i t y S u r v e y ™ • © 2 0 0 1 -20 2 4 Na t i o n a l R e s e a r c h C e n t e r , I n c . The City of Oshkosh 2024 Community Survey Page 5 of 5 Our last questions are about you and your household. Again, all of your responses to this survey are confidential and no identifying information will be shared. D1. In general, how many times do you: Several Once A few times Every Less often Don’t times a day a day a week few weeks or never know Access the internet from your home using a computer, laptop, or tablet computer ......................1 2 3 4 5 6 Access the internet from your cell phone .......................1 2 3 4 5 6 Visit social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Nextdoor, etc. .......................................................1 2 3 4 5 6 Use or check email ....................................................................1 2 3 4 5 6 Share your opinions online ...................................................1 2 3 4 5 6 Shop online ..................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 6 D2. Please rate your overall health. Excellent Very good Good Fair Poor D3. What impact, if any, do you think the economy will have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be: Very positive Somewhat positive Neutral Somewhat negative Very negative D4. How many years have you lived in Oshkosh? Less than 2 years 2-5 years 6-10 years 11-20 years More than 20 years D5. Which best describes the building you live in? Single-family detached home Townhouse or duplex (may share walls but no units above or below you) Condominium or apartment (have units above or below you) Mobile home Other D6. Do you rent or own your home? Rent Own D7. About how much is your monthly housing cost for the place you live (including rent, mortgage payment, property tax, property insurance, and homeowners’ association (HOA) fees)? Less than $300 $2,500 to $3,999 $300 to $599 $4,000 to $6,999 $600 to $999 $7,000 to $9,999 $1,000 to $1,499 $10,000 or more $1,500 to $2,499 D8. Do any children 17 or under live in your household? No Yes D9. Are you or any other members of your household aged 65 or older? No Yes D10. How much do you anticipate your household’s total income before taxes will be for the current year? (Please include in your total income money from all sources for all persons living in your household.) Less than $25,000 $100,000 to $149,999 $25,000 to $49,999 $150,000 to $199,999 $50,000 to $74,999 $200,000 to $299,999 $75,000 to $99,999 $300,000 or more D11. Are you of Hispanic, Latino/a/x, or Spanish origin? No Yes D12. What is your race? (Mark one or more races to indicate what race you consider yourself to be.) ❑American Indian or Alaskan Native ❑Asian ❑Black or African American ❑Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander ❑White ❑A race not listed D13. In which category is your age? 18-24 years 55-64 years 25-34 years 65-74 years 35-44 years 75 years or older 45-54 years D14. What is your gender? Woman Man Identify in another way → go to D14a D14a. If you identify in another way, how would you describe your gender? Agender/I don’t identify with any gender Genderqueer/gender fluid Non-binary Transgender man Transgender woman Two-spirit Identify in another way Thank you! Please return the completed survey in the postage-paid envelope to: National Research Center, Inc., PO Box 549, Belle Mead, NJ 08502