HOW RESIDENTS - Idaho Falls, ID

HOW RESIDENTS

Citywide Survey Results February - April 2021

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CONTENTS OF REPORT(BY SECTION)

C I T Y W I D E S U R V E Y :P U R P O S E & P R O C E S S

S P O T L I G H T 2 :H O U S I N G

B I G P I C T U R E : S U R V E Y E N G A G E M E N T2

S P O T L I G H T 3 :T R A N S P O R T A T I O N

S P O T L I G H T 1 :C H A R A C T E R3

S U M M A R Y &A C K N O W L E D G E M E N T S

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You guys have set the bar higher for how

public engagement should be taking place

on a municipal level. Many thanks for this.

This town has so much potential, but we

need to back off from the top-down

approach when surveys like this are

conducted...We need to make sure...they

reach people in areas of the city where

Internet connectivity is lower and

people's lives are challenging enough that

making an effort to be heard is an

extravagance. I like that your survey

efforts included the offer of picking up

or being mailed a paper copy.

--Survey Respondent

W O R T H N O T I N G :F O U R O B S E R V A T I O N S

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Idaho Falls is a great place to live. I chose to return here after

being raised here and then moving away for college. We need to

learn from other small/medium cities and avoid foreseeable

mistakes. As I see it, this includes investing in public transit,

prioritizing pedestrians and cyclists, and diversifying our

neighborhoods.

--Survey Respondent

CITYWIDE SURVEY: PURPOSE & PROCESS

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Imagine IF is an innovative project that gives residents of Idaho Fallsa voice in strategic planning decisions. The citywide survey is one partof a multi-pronged approach to reaching individual people inneighborhoods across the city with the sole intent of understandingresidents' attitudes, beliefs, and values.

Survey questions were prepared in close collaboration with the IdahoFalls Community Development Director and staff. The intent was togather information needed to enable community-centered planning.

As growth accelerates throughout Idaho, foresight is vital. The windowfor strategic planning is time-bound, and Imagine IF has created adialogue that will directly influence how the character of Idaho Fallsevolves amidst change.

The citywide survey engaged residents across diverse geographicareas, ethnicities, socioeconomic groups, ages, and education levels.The results are genuinely citywide.

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DISTRIBUTION & USE

The citywide survey contributes to the ImagineIF project. Survey participation was voluntary andthe majority of responses were received througha publicly available online survey. Available inEnglish and Spanish and in digital or paper form,survey engagement was encouraged at eachfocused neighborhood conversation. Papercopies were supplied to Meals-on-Wheelsdelivery drivers in an effort to accommodateolder residents.

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Additionally, Eastern Idaho Public Health assisteddistribution by sharing a survey link with amultitude of community service providers in theIdaho Falls area.

Hundreds of individual citizens voiced theirattitudes, preferences, and positions on thegrowth and development of Idaho Falls. Thecitywide survey constituted a genuinecommitment to listening.

Survey results will influence strategic planningand inform follow-up conversations inneighborhoods throughout five geographiccoverage areas. Please refer to the appendix foran area map and for the survey questions.

REPORTING &STATISTICAL

SIGNIFICANCE

Population size: ~63,000*Confidence Level Desired: 95%Margin of Error: 5%Sample Size Required: 382Sample Size Achieved: 670

DATA METRICS:

*https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/idahofallscityidaho/PST045219

High priority was placed on achieving astatistically significant sample size. Thisbenchmark was surpassed. A confidence levelof 95%, +/- 5% margin of error, is a conservativeestimate. The sample size gathered exceedsthe sample size required to reach this level ofconfidence for the general population.

RESPONSES: In accordance with the centralobjective of genuinely listening to residents, allsurvey responses are included in the datapresented in this report. Majority views are still clearly indicated, but every respondent'sopinion was reviewed and incorporated.Similarly, responses received from individualsresiding outside city limits are also included.

This information is germane to strategic planningas resources and amenities located in Idaho Fallsare enjoyed by both residents and nonresidents.

QUANTITATIVE & QUALITATIVE DATA: The types of data captured in the survey areboth quantitative and qualitative. This consists offacts, attitudes, opinions, and preferences.Demographic facts constitute the only purelyquantitative data in this report. Purely qualitativeinformation included in this report consists ofquotes from survey respondents.

Many of the statistics included reflect aquantitative assessment of qualitativeinformation pertaining to attitudes, opinions, andpreferences.

Qualitative statements from respondents wereselected on the basis of their correlation to thequantitative findings or, in a handful of cases, onthe basis of their relevance to strategic planning.

LIMITATIONS: Given the demographiccharacteristics of the respondents, as comparedto the general population, lower confidencelevels could be expected for groups other thanCaucasians, residents with an annual householdincome below $50,000, or residents with a highschool education or less.

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BIG PICTURE: SURVEY ENGAGEMENT

The small-town feel is inhibited when you cannot walk or bike

anywhere unless you live right downtown.

--Survey Respondent


We are not expanding to

accommodate growth.

There are very few

things to do in this town.

We need to create

inclusion and diversity

and foster the ideas to

bring more people here to

help growth.

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The citywide survey held broad interest for residents of Idaho Falls.Responses reflect preferences and concerns of residents in each majorgeographic area of Idaho Falls, as well as the sentiments of those who liveoutside the city limits but benefit from access to the amenities andservices Idaho Falls offers.

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Please see Appendix for an Area Map

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99.7% response on ranking and agree-disagree questions97% response on demographic and open-ended questions34% response to the final question, which invited respondentsto share additional comments not covered by previousquestions

Not every survey respondent answered every question, but thenumber of responses to each question exceeded the sample size necessary to obtain a 95% confidence level in the results obtained.

Residents are invested. Survey engagement was robust. Not only didthe overall sample size exceed the number necessary to reach astatistically significant sample size, but respondents appear to havegenuinely invested in the questions. On average, respondents spent10 minutes to complete the survey.

Respondents want to be involved. They want to continue to be partof the strategic planning dialogue. In fact, almost 65% ofrespondents indicated that they want to receive email updatesabout the Imagine IF project.

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I have been very happy with the recent emphasis on

human-centered projects you have undertaken, like

downtown revitalization and the canal paths. I hope

you continue to focus on those types of projects, the

ones that build and reinforce a sense of community.

--Survey Respondent

HIGHLIGHT ONE:CHARACTER


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Many survey respondents treasure the river, beauty, and rhythm of lifein Idaho Falls. They are committed family and enjoy the neighborlinessthat defines the "small-town feel" of daily experiences. They also seethe importance of safety and appreciate the freedom of mind it brings.

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Respondents have pride in the historicaspect of Idaho Falls. Many voicedgratitude for the city's investment in thedowntown area and also expressedsupport for preserving historicneighborhoods and structures. Culturalevents and access to healthy familyactivities are also priorities.

Concerns were noted regarding thedistribution of parks and green spaces.Several respondents observed parksand enjoyable outdoor spaces aredisproportionately located near the riverand proximate neighborhoods. Theyalso hope the network of canals can beutilized to increase green space andconnectivity. Photo courtesy of Steve Smede

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Faced with the inevitability of growth, a handful ofrespondents expressed interest in leaving the city. Others,however, focused on how the city plans to manage growth.Specific points of concern include controlling sprawl, limitingthe loss of surrounding farmland to housing subdivisions,and prioritizing the creative use of space within the citycenter.

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1/3of respondents agree orstrongly agree that the

character and feel of idahoFalls are in jeopardy due to

rapid growth.

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Growth in Idaho Falls has accelerated at a pace of concern toresidents as they feel their daily dynamics shifting with the influx ofpeople. Survey responses reveal the mixed feelings long-timeresidents have about the evolving nature of life in Idaho Falls.

Many residents welcome the increasing diversity growth facilitates.They hope for rich cultural experiences and a progressive, community-based approach to land use and development.

Residents on one end of the spectrum look forward to an increase in healthy family activities, additional restaurantsand entertainment options, andbeautification of public spaces.Some residents associate growth with the welcome prospect of newbusinesses, more job availability and diversity, and economicdevelopment generally. These residents tend to view growth as anopportunity, if managed appropriately, that can ultimately enhancethe quality of life in Idaho Falls.

On the other end of the spectrum, many residents see change primarily as loss.Memories of familiarity and long-term rapport in neighborhoods, of evening sunsetssprawling over the fields and open spaces that have traditionally encircled the city, ofrelaxed trips into town--these images stir feelings of nostalgia and uncertainty for manyresidents. Practical concerns also loom large from some. Will there be enough jobs? Willhousing be impossible to find for children of long-time residents who prefer to stay inIdaho Falls? Will traffic worsen in ways that decrease quality of life for residents?

Our streets, stores, and amenities are all

getting too crowded, and we're sprawling all

over the valley. Photo courtesy of Steve Smede

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While some residents experience change largely as a fading offamiliarity and tradition, many recognize the opportunity that lies inchange. In general, residents strongly support the directioncommunity development in Idaho Falls has been heading.

Survey responses reveal a robust population consisting of peoplewho love being outside, care deeply about their families, andappreciate beauty. They recognize the unique natural characteristicsthat distinguish Idaho Falls from many other Idaho cities and seeways of capitalizing on those assets in a manner that benefits bothexisting residents and newcomers.

For many residents, continuity defines the city's efforts to harnessthe strengths of the past in order to shape the opportunities that lieahead. And many residents share the same priorities.

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HIGHLIGHT TWO:HOUSING

Work at bringing affordable housing to town. For many people I

know, they can't afford a home let alone the price of rent.

They can't get ahead with those prices. I know my little family

didn't because of rent. Thankfully, we found a home to buy to

get out of rent.

--Survey Respondent

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Over the past few years, being a homebuyer in Idaho Falls hasbecome much more challenging. Now among the top 10 mostexpensive states in the nation in terms of housing affordability,Idaho faces the daunting challenge of balancing growth withhousing stability for individuals and families. Idaho Falls is oneexample of that struggle.

Owning a home in Idaho Falls is a dream many residents see asincreasingly elusive. The cost of housing, the shortage of housingoptions, and a limited number high paying jobs intertwine to createa substantial barrier for people seeking stable housing.

Residents of Idaho Falls are extremely concerned about the risingcost of housing--not only for themselves, but for their children andfriends. This priority is clearly shared among survey respondents fromall five geographic areas. Though slight variations in the ranking canbe seen from area to area, residents agree that cost is a significantobstacle for homebuyers.

Reasons for the ranking are slightly more diverse. Some residents seethe arrival of so many "outsiders" as the primary force driving upcosts. Others see the lack of diverse options as creating adisproportionate burden for individuals with lower education levels orlower incomes.

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One obvious factor that drives up the cost of housing is limitedavailability, particularly of affordable housing options.

The Idaho Falls housing culture is driven by divergent currents.Many long-time residents value their large lots surrounded by openspaces rimmed by foothills or fence lines. Others appreciateproximity to restaurants, entertainment centers, walking paths, andparks.

As it becomes an inescapable reality, growth draws out thesedifferences. Questions of how best to create or utilize spaceavailable for housing are difficult to navigate and inevitably involvetrade-offs. Both on the survey and in targeted neighborhoodconversations, residents indicated they are willing to consider whatthose trade-offs mean for them.

[Our] housing inventory is not keeping up with

demand, especially diverse housing that is

affordable for young people.

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TYPES OF HOUSING: Neighborhood conversations in specific areas afforded residentsthe opportunity to voice opinions about a range of housing options, from townhomes tocondos to duplexes to mid-rise apartments. In general, residents appear to recognizethe need for both housing development and flexibility within neighborhoods. However,taxes, safety, and neighborhood atmosphere remain significant concerns.


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This area caters to families with large homes. I would like to see more affordable

housing of townhouses and smaller homes for 2-3 person families...

--Survey Respondent

I am not sure how the average Idahoan in Idaho Falls affords to buy their first home

anymore. If the city is going to continue to grow then the city needs to do more to

decrease the cost of living by encouraging the construction of more, apartments,

condos, townhouses, other multi-family homes, and modest single-family homes.

If IF continues to grow the way it has without taking steps to curb the rising cost of

living, then local residents are going to be priced out of their homes.

--Survey Respondent

Shortage of Housing2LOCATION OF HOUSING: Placement of diversified housing options within existingneighborhoods was another topic explored in targeted neighborhood conversations.The number of participants in these conversations limits any generalizations that canbe drawn from the findings. However, responses indicate a need for more specificdiscussion about how decisions regarding locations of various types of housing andanalysis of the impact such decisions would have on neighborhood dynamics,infrastructure needs, schools, and taxes, among other ramifications.

LET'S HEAR FROM RESIDENTS: Here are a few representative samples ofresponses from residents who shared their perspective.

Idaho Falls is a great

place to live. I chose to

return here after being

raised here and then

moving away for college.

We need to learn from

other small/medium cities

and avoid foreseeable

mistakes...this includes

investing in public transit,

prioritizing pedestrians

and cyclists, and

diversifying our

neighborhoods.

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3Residents recognize the far-reaching implications of acceleratinggrowth, both for them individually and for the community moregenerally. The need for foresight and careful planning is apparent tomost residents. Many expressed strong concern about whatincreasing and diversifying housing will mean for the following:

INFRASTRUCTURE: Rapid change threatens stability andsustainability. Residents value their way of life, the rhythms,resources, and security upon which they depend. Residents aregreatly concerned about what more and diversified housing willmean for roads, resources, and the beautification of Idaho Falls.

EDUCATION: Many residents recognize that school districtscurrently face significant space and funding constraints. Some surveyrespondents wonder whether the proliferating population and therapid development of housing alternatives will result in lower qualityeducation, as school districts scramble to meet rapidly evolvingneeds.

TAXES: Residents see at least two dimensions of the relationshipbetween housing growth and taxes. They fear that the population

SAFETY: Residents greatly appreciate the relative safety that has characterized life inIdaho Falls. What impact will population growth and housing developments of varioustypes and costs have on relationships, lifestyles, and values? Will crime increase? Will thelocal police have the resources and agility to evolve in pace with the local issues andproblems? These questions weigh on the minds of many residents.

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influx and the urgency of meeting housing and infrastructure needs will necessitatesignificant tax increases. They also wonder what evolving housing options withinneighborhoods will mean for property values and taxes.

We moved here in 2016. In that

time our property tax has

more than doubled. This is the

highest cost we have ever had

in any of the places we have

lived. After moving from

Colorado we are now paying 3

times what we paid there.

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HIGHLIGHT THREE:TRANSPORTATION

I wish Idaho Falls would work more closely with area cities and

combine to do things like create recreation districts, get

more business development, better transportation and useforesight to plan for growth in the entire area. I wish IF wouldlead the way...

--Survey Respondent


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Residents feel the pressure of evolving transportation dynamics inmultiple ways. As the population grows, traffic increases. The widthof roads, the number of lanes, traffic flow mechanisms such as trafficlights and roundabouts, and driving patterns all impact residents'feelings of safety and stress. Residents' proximity to work,entertainment, and family activities greatly influences their dailyexperiences, time use, and quality of life. Traffic directly impacts

residents' attitudes toward growth, change, and the future of Idaho Falls.

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Paradoxically, many residents see innovation as a way to preserve the small-town feel ofIdaho Falls. Facilitating alternative forms of transportation and exploring a feasible formof public transportation appeal to some residents in part because such developmentscould reduce the stress associated with getting from one place to another.


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Many residents envision Idaho Falls as an ideal place for outdooractivities, safe and healthy family living, and as a city in the processof providing a better home for more of the residents who share thecommunity. Biking and walking are a fundamental part of thatvision, and good share of survey respondents are enthusiasticabout the possibilities.

While cars and truck remain by far the preferred mode of transportation, biking andwalking are also favored by the residents of Idaho Falls. Nothing can be done to changethe weather--a major deterrent to biking and walking, but convenient, safe, and cleanbiking routes can all be addressed with strategic planning.

Running and biking planning around IF would be greatlyappreciated and a wonderful addition to making thecommunity feel and look great. Are there any plans to usecanals as safe (away from traffic) walking or runningpaths?

--Survey Respondent

Added bike lanes and places to lock up bikes is important.What the city did around S Blvd and the zoo for bikes was agreat addition.

--Survey Respondent

I love the idea of extending the biking paths along the river.I'd love for it to connect all the way down to Blackfoot. I wouldalso love better crossing options for bikes on Sunnyside andYellowstone.

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Traffic...Idaho falls was a great place a

couple of years ago, but the amount of

traffic has drastically increased. There

ain’t enough fast access to cross town.

Another thing is the access to green places

for walking--the only two places is green belt

and Tautphaus park. The problem is there

ain’t enough parking to make it safe much

less with amount of traffic right next to

greenbelt.

--Survey Respondent

No walking bridges over the canals in

the neighborhoods. Kids have to take

detours to busy roads to cross the

canals.

--Survey RespondentThe central part of town (the numbered

streets north of 25th) aren't well maintained

and traffic is horrible along many roads.

--Survey Respondent

Traffic in Idaho Falls is sometimes bad and getting worse,according to survey respondents. Few issues more directlythreaten the "small-town feel" many residents cherish and fewmore immediately tip the scale toward residents' dislike of life inIdaho Falls.

Strong concerns range in focus from time spent to travel smalldistances because of traffic congestion, to navigating roundaboutsand potholes, to unsafe, narrow neighborhood streets, to lack ofenforcement of speed limits and other safety laws.

Worries about traffic almost inevitably point to worries aboutgrowth and questions about whether the city will manage growthin a way that does not compound traffic and quality of life issues.

Fix the roads and plan for future

growth when fixing the roads

--Survey Respondent

Please start enforcing traffic laws.

--Survey Respondent

The yield lights at intersections have

caused too many accidents.

--Survey Respondent


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Lack of public transportation, ease of getting around without

a car [is a problem].

--Survey Respondent

[Idaho Falls has] poor public transportation- even the Wood

River Valley is better.

--Survey Respondent

The lack of public transportation has a serious effect on thecommunity, with demographic groups being more profoundlyimpacted than others.

For aging residents, who may be safer riding a bus than navigatingincreasingly complex traffic dynamics, available publictransportation may mean the difference between receiving aCOVID-19 vaccination or dialysis or radiation treatment or not. Forindividuals with a limited income and limited vehicle dependability,lack of public transportation may equate to a lack of access to thecity center and thus to cultural and community events and greenspace. For citizens attempting to reenter the community afterincarceration, lack of public transportation may mean limited joband housing opportunities and increased vulnerability at a timewhen stability is paramount.

Although it is a daunting challenge, public transportation isimportant to the city and many residents care about it.


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WORTH NOTING:FOUR OBSERVATIONS

Thank you for undertaking this project and working to help

make Idaho Falls a more diverse, inclusive, and welcomingplace to live and work!

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Residents want to be part of the decision-making process and appreciate the opportunityto be heard.Participants in the citywide survey and targeted neighborhoodconversations valued the city's intentional effort to listen. It's apparentthat residents are invested in their city. They care about its character andthe way of life it both preserves and encourages.

Responses reveal opportunities for the city to build trust, facilitatefurther engagement, and increase feelings of unity during a time ofdramatic evolution.

Some responses underscore an existing risk as well. Trust is fragile, andsome residents fear the engagement effort is an empty exercise that ismeant more to appease than to be responsive to residents.

Below is a sample of what residents have to say.

Thank you! What’s the status on the 15 and 20

interchange project? Let me know if there are any

other ways to get more involved I would be

interested in volunteering time and expertise more

for the future of IF.

--Survey RespondentThank you for doing this.

--Survey Respondent

Love that the City is taking this time

for feedback! Love mixed-use

developments and walkable

communities/city centers! Thank

you!

--Survey Respondent

Broad outreach takes creativity

now more than ever. We appreciate

your efforts and commitment to

keeping/making this a place we love

to live.

--Survey Respondent

I watched the video recording of

my neighborhood's Imagine IF

meeting. I appreciate the topics

that were discussed.

--Survey Respondent

It's good to know the City is trying

to have the residents in mind when

making tough choices.

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Recognizing differences in sentiment fromarea to area can facilitate bettercommunication.

Residents value being heard. Most survey respondents appear totrust the intention of the city to listen. However, some expresseduncertainty about whether public sentiment would make adifference. Many referenced the current issue with the new watertower as an example of not being heard or hoping to be heard.

Because residents care greatly about growth and the impact it willhave, communicating with them in a responsive manner is vital.Although overall survey responses reflect a very strong consistencyof priorities and values, a closer look at subtle variations amongsurvey areas can provide insights relevant to effective strategiccommunication.

Not surprisingly, responses regarding housing preferences vary byarea. The differences are foreseeable, given that people chose(within their individual constraints) to live in specific areas and theyexperience the dynamics characteristic of that area. However,being responsive to individual sentiments can reduce conflict andincrease a spirit of cooperation and collaboration.

When selecting housing, residents care nearly equally about surrounding traffic andthe neighborhood culture. Sentiments vary slightly to the importance of the peoplewith whom individuals share the neighborhood. But sentiments vary more substantiallyin regard to the spacing of homes and types of residences that compose theneighborhood.

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neighbors work very

hard to keep our

personal residences

looking “nice.”

Unfortunately there are

places that look as

though they should be

condemned, torn down,

cleaned up.

--Survey Respondent

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Survey Area Response Variations 2Consensus exists regarding aesthetics and proximity to work. But as could beanticipated, residents in the numbered streets and near downtown caresignificantly more about the historic nature of the neighborhood. Residents who

FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE NEIGHBORHOODSELECTION (3)

FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE NEIGHBORHOODSELECTION (2)

The historic part

of Idaho Falls is

valuable and we

should build on

that value and

promote quality

development.

--Survey

Respondent

live near the river or downtown tend to prioritize those factors selecting aneighborhood.

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housing

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community feel our

city is losing. Require

minimum 1 park in

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I would like to keep my corner

of the city country

--Survey Respondent.

Would like to see some attention paid to the

older neighborhoods. The older houses have a

lot of charm and they're close to the historic

downtown area. Would also like to see some

conservation easements to preserve green

space areas. Would like to see a more expansive

trail system to encourage walking, riding bikes,

running, etc. Love the trail system along the

river and it's increasingly busy and popular..

--Survey Respondent

I would love more bike paths

and walking paths that

connect to downtown from

Fairway Estates to historic

downtown and to other

places around town.

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Residents tend to welcome the diversitygrowth brings. But some residents believe"outsiders" threaten their way of life.

DIVERSITY ADDS VALUE

[Growth will bring] diversity and

dilution of the conservative and

predominantly LDS culture to one

that is more balanced... If it

weren't for the National Lab and

the variety of people it attracts

to our area, I couldn't live here. I

would suffocate.

--Survey Respondent

It would bring more things to do and people in and

would foster diversity so adults of all ages feel like it’s

a more enjoyable place to live and bring up their

families.

--Survey Respondent

[jGrowth will] bring new ideas to city planning,

increasing cultural opportunities

--Survey Respondent

I welcome diversity and I

think growth can help

expand diversity.

--Survey Respondent

Diversity of thought,

additional cultural

opportunities

--Survey Respondent

More opportunities for

people with different

interests.

--Survey Respondent

Growth is always a two-edged-

sword - it can bring more

opportunities (my biggest

hope is more well-

paid/interesting jobs so maybe

some of our kids will stay in IF or

hopefully return to IF). But, it

would be nice if we

encouraged/invited more

diversity in our city... We're

pretty much completely "milk

toast" (a very homogenous

population). Some cultural

diversity could really improve

our town.

--Survey Respondent

Negativity toward anyone not of the area's 'standard'

demographic. I've talked with many people looking to move

to the area who were actually scared to move here due

to fear of persecution because they didn't fit the norm

(i.e. religion other than LDS, race other than white, LGTBQ,

or not far right politically.)

--Survey Respondent

It is not a safe community for

people of color like me.

--Survey Respondent

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Growth can bring people with new

and different perspectives to

Idaho Falls. Being able to maintain

open and safe discussion

between new and current residents

is key to preventing conflict and

separation of our community. I

hope to see Idaho Falls promote a

sense of togetherness through our

upcoming growth.

--Survey RespondentThe city is growing so big...Crime has

gone up in the last ten years

tremendously. It is losing that small

town feel. I used to be able to walk

into a store and know most of the

people in the store. Now I walk into a

store and nine times out often do

not recognize a single person.

--Survey Respondent

Honestly, I'm getting pretty tired of

people from other states moving

here and trying to change IF to

where they used to live.

--Survey Respondent

Too many people from

California now and turning

into a liberal town.

--Survey Respondent

DIVERSITY CREATES UNCERTAINTY ABOUT THE FUTURE

All the people moving here andbringing their problems andcrime with them.

--Survey RespondentLeave diversity out of growthpeople live where they want to live.

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Residents have innovative ideas about howto capitalize on existing resources toincrease connectivity.

Running and biking planningaround IF would be greatlyappreciated and a wonderfuladdition to making the communityfeel and look great. Is there anyplans to use canals as safe (awayfrom traffic) walking or runningpaths?

--Survey Respondent

Every irrigation canal shouldhave a bike or walking pathalong it. The easementsalready exist.

--Survey Respondent

I would love to see all of thecanals be open to walking/running. They are awesome spacethat connects lots of parts ofthe city.

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SUMMARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

We love how helpful and quick all the city

departments are. They always answer the phone

and provide the needed information or help.

--Survey Respondent


This report represents a collaborative effort between:

IDAHO FALLS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICESBrad Cramer, Director

ON THE GROUND (OTG)Kaylynn Hansen, [email protected] Smith Hansen, Strategic Communication [email protected] Preparation Austin Kessler: [email protected] Hudson: [email protected]

Photo CreditsSteve SmedeGrace Hansen: [email protected]; @gracehansen

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SUMMARY

The citywide survey represents an intensive effort to offer residentsof Idaho Falls the opportunity to engage in the strategic planningthat will shape the character and feel of life in Idaho Falls for years tocome.

As residents clearly recognize, the unprecedented growth that isoccurring has a deep reach into evolving culture, relationships,economy, and opportunities that define the City of Idaho Falls.

This report focuses on three central themes that emerged fromresponses to the survey questions: character, housing, andtransportation. Three central takeaways are explored within each ofthese main sections.

Four additional observations were included as well. These wereselected based on the prevalence of comments and/or relevance tocommunity development planning.

The city wants to thank everyone who took the time to complete this survey and also tothose who have requested updates and further engagement opportunities.

We are grateful for the cooperative spirit that has driven the evolution of the city we love.

ACKNOWLEDGEM

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APPENDIX

Developers aren't paying adequate taxes and

fees to assist with the additional costs to the

city, including road maintenance, snow removal,

schools, etc.

--Survey Respondent


The City of Idaho Falls is growing rapidly. Residents have a stake in the character of our city and how it evolves. Please let us listen to you!

This survey should take no more than 10 minutes to complete. Your responses will be carefully reviewed and considered as the City of Idaho Falls strives tonavigate change in a way that balances our history with our future.

THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO SHARE YOUR INSIGHTS!

Idaho Falls Citywide Survey

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Please use this image for question 1:

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1 Using the map above, which area do you live in?

Area 1 Area 3

Area 2 Area 4

Other (please specify) Area 5

2 Please select how much you agree or disagree with the following statements:

Strongly disagree

DisagreeSomewhat

disagreeNeutral

Somewhat agree

AgreeStongly Agree

3 Please select how much you agree or disagree with the following statements:PLEASE NOTE that the response options for this question have been reversed.

Stongly Agree

AgreeSomewhat

agreeNeutral

Somewhat disagree

DisagreeStrongly disagree

4 Please rank what you think are the greatest barriers to obtaining secure housing in Idaho Falls from 1-5,with 1 being the largest barrier and 5 being the smallest barrier.

Cost of housing

Shortage of housing

Lack of diverse types of housing

Lack of desirable neighborhoods

Lack of job opportunities that pay enough to maintain secure housing

The character and feel of Idaho Falls are in jeopardy due to rapid growth

Traffic is becoming more congested throughout the City of Idaho Falls

My place of residence is too far from restaurants, gyms, theaters, etc.

The culture and experience of living in Idaho Falls will benefit from the diversity associated with growth

It's very difficult to secure stable housing in Idaho Falls

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5 Please rank what transportation you use, with 1 being the transportation most used and 5 beingthe transportation least used.

Personal vehicle

Bike

Walking

Taxi or other paid ride

Public transportation

6 What would encourage you to walk or bike more frequently that you currently do now?(check all that apply)

More convenient routes

Safer routes

Cleanliness

Lower speed zones

If I did not have to ride in the roadway

I would only use these options in good weather

None of the above

Other (please specify)

7 Apart from cost, I care about the following when shopping for a home (check all that apply):

Close to work Close to downtown

Close to shopping

Historic nature of the neighborhood Energy efficiency

Who my neighbors are Landscaping and aesthetics

What the neighborhood culture is Size of yard

New home Distance between neighbors

New/recent subdivision

Close to river Amenities

Other (please specify) Traffic around the area

Close to restaurants and entertainment establishments

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8 What would you like to see happen in the next 5 or 10 years in the City of Idaho Falls? (check all that apply)

Preserve the character of the City of Idaho Falls

Attract new businesses

Beautify business developments and zones

9 Please respond to the following short answer questions:

What's one thing you love about living in Idaho Falls?

In what ways can growth enhance the experience of living in Idaho Falls?

What's one thing you dislike about living in Idaho Falls?

What concerns you about the growth occurring in Idaho Falls?


Improve opportunities for affordable family activities

Add cultural elements and public spaces along the Snake River

Increase inclusion and the feeling of community

Keep extending the greenbelt along the Snake River

Create more green spaces throughout the City of Idaho Falls

Motivate young people who are growing up in Idaho Falls to stay in Idaho Falls

Improve opportunities for healthy outdoor activities

Encourage visually appealing housing developments

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10 What is your ethnicity?

White or Caucasian Asian or Asian American

Hispanic or Latino Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander

Black or African American Single Race Other

Amercian Indian or Alaska Native Two or More Races Other (Not Hispanic or Latino)

11 What is your age?

Under 18 45 - 54

18 - 24 55 - 64

25 - 34 65+

35 - 44

12 What is your gender?

Male Non-binary or third gender

Female Prefer not to say

13 What is the yearly income of your household?

Under $15,000 Between $75,000 and $99,999

Between $15,000 and $29,999 Between $100,000 and $150,000

Between $30,000 and $49,999 Over $150,000

Between $50,000 and $74,999

14 What is the highest level of education you have attained?

Less than high school Bachelor's degree

Some high school Some graduate work

High school diploma or GED Master's degree

Some college Doctorate's degree

15 Which option best describes your place of residence?

Own / Mortgage Rent and apartment (not with roommates)

Rent a home Live with family

Rent part of a home Live with friends

Rent an apartment (with roommates) I don't have consistent housingDRAFT

16 What is your email address?

PLEASE NOTE: Your email address will not be shared, used for marketing purposes, or for futher contact fromthe City of Idaho Falls (unless you specify below). The information is being gathered for the sole purpose ofincreasing the credibility of our survey results.

Email Address:

17 Would you like to receive email updates about the Imagine IF project?

Yes

No

18 THANK YOU FOR TAKING TIME TO SHARE YOUR CONCERNS AND INSIGHTS. WE APPRECIATE THE OPPORTUNITYTO LISTEN. IF YOU HAVE FURTHER COMMENTS, PLEASE SHARE THEM!

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Citywide Survey Results February - April 2021

I think Idaho Falls is great and hope to

participate in helping to make it even

better.

--Survey Respondent

I applaud the city's efforts to solicit input from

residents. More communication between the

governed and the governors is key to the

future of the city.

--Survey Respondent

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Q1 AREAAnswered: 617 Skipped: 0

100.00%100

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

16.21%100

0.00%0

100.00%195

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

31.60%195

0.00%0

0.00%0

100.00%127

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

20.58%127

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

100.00%69

0.00%0

0.00%0

11.18%69

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

100.00%126

0.00%0

20.42%126

100 195 127 69 126 0 617

Area 3 Area 4 Area 5Area 1 Area 2

Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200

AREA 1 AREA 2 AREA 3 AREA 4 AREA 5 TOTAL

Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

Total Respondents

Appendix 1: Survey Responses by Area

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Q2 Please select how much you agree or disagree with the following statements: *Resultsshown as weighted average per Area (max = 7)

Answered: 617 Skipped: 0

The culture and experience of living in Idaho Falls will benefit from the diversity a...

Area 1 Area 2 Area 3 Area 4 Area 50

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

It's very difficult to secure stable housing in Idaho Falls.


1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Traffic is becoming more congested throughout the City of Idaho Falls.


1

2

3

4

5

6

7



1

2

3

4

5

6

7


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The culture and experience of living in Idaho Falls will benefit from the diversity associated with growth.

4.00%4

4.00%4

5.00%5

12.00%12

21.00%21

24.00%24

30.00%30

16.21%100 5.34

7.69%15

10.77%21

10.77%21

11.79%23

13.85%27

24.10%47

21.03%41

31.60%195 4.70

4.80%6

4.00%5

5.60%7

16.00%20

22.40%28

24.00%30

23.20%29

20.26%125 5.12

5.80%4

8.70%6

2.90%2

5.80%4

15.94%11

28.99%20

31.88%22

11.18%69 5.32

10.32%13

8.73%11

10.32%13

11.90%15

15.08%19

25.40%32

18.25%23

20.42%126 4.62

It's very difficult to secure stable housing in Idaho Falls.

0.00%0

6.00%6

9.00%9

17.00%17

35.00%35

16.00%16

17.00%17

16.21%100 4.97

2.05%4

6.67%13

7.18%14

17.95%35

19.49%38

22.56%44

24.10%47

31.60%195 5.10

0.79%1

11.11%14

5.56%7

22.22%28

23.02%29

15.08%19

22.22%28

20.42%126 4.90

2.90%2

5.80%4

7.25%5

24.64%17

21.74%15

18.84%13

18.84%13

11.18%69 4.88

3.97%5

12.70%16

7.94%10

14.29%18

26.19%33

19.84%25

15.08%19

20.42%126 4.66

Traffic is becoming more congested throughout the City of Idaho Falls.

2.00%2

2.00%2

2.00%2

6.00%6

23.00%23

25.00%25

40.00%40

16.21%100 5.81

1.03%2

3.08%6

2.56%5

2.05%4

18.46%36

22.56%44

50.26%98

31.60%195 6.03

0.79%1

1.57%2

0.79%1

4.72%6

13.39%17

36.22%46

42.52%54

20.58%127 6.07

0.00%0

2.90%2

4.35%3

1.45%1

24.64%17

24.64%17

42.03%29

11.18%69 5.90

3.17%4

0.79%1

0.79%1

3.17%4

19.84%25

23.02%29

49.21%62

20.42%126 6.02


24.00%24

43.00%43

15.00%15

7.00%7

9.00%9

0.00%0

2.00%2

16.21%100 2.42

31.79%62

35.38%69

7.18%14

13.85%27

5.13%10

4.62%9

2.05%4

31.60%195 2.47

17.32%22

22.05%28

10.24%13

18.90%24

14.17%18

9.45%12

7.87%10

20.58%127 3.50

14.49%10

28.99%20

15.94%11

15.94%11

10.14%7

5.80%4

8.70%6

11.18%69 3.30

30.16%38

32.54%41

7.94%10

20.63%26

4.76%6

3.17%4

0.79%1

20.42%126 2.50

STRONGLYDISAGREE

DISAGREE SOMEWHATDISAGREE

NEUTRAL SOMEWHATAGREE

AGREE STRONGLYAGREE

TOTAL WEIGHTEDAVERAGE

Area1

Area2

Area3

Area4

Area5

STRONGLYDISAGREE



AGREE STRONGLYAGREE


Area1

Area2

Area3

Area4

Area5

STRONGLYDISAGREE



AGREE STRONGLYAGREE


Area1

Area2

Area3

Area4

Area5

STRONGLYDISAGREE



AGREE STRONGLYAGREE


Area1

Area2

Area3

Area4

Area5


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Q3 The character and feel of Idaho Falls are in jeopardy due to rapid growth. *Resultsshown as weighted average per Area (max = 7)


The character and feel of Idaho Falls are in jeopardy due to rapid growth.

17.00%17

18.00%18

23.00%23

10.00%10

10.00%10

14.00%14

8.00%8

16.21%100 4.48

22.56%44

15.90%31

22.56%44

9.74%19

8.21%16

13.33%26

7.69%15

31.60%195 4.64

14.17%18

19.69%25

25.98%33

5.51%7

11.02%14

14.17%18

9.45%12

20.58%127 4.40

17.39%12

11.59%8

14.49%10

10.14%7

14.49%10

14.49%10

17.39%12

11.18%69 3.94

19.05%24

17.46%22

25.40%32

8.73%11

13.49%17

11.11%14

4.76%6

20.42%126 4.67

The character and feel of Idaho Falls are in jeopardy due to rapid growth.


1

2

3

4

5

6

7

STRONGLYAGREE

AGREE SOMEWHATAGREE

NEUTRAL SOMEWHATDISAGREE

DISAGREE STRONGLYDISAGREE


Area1

Area2

Area3

Area4

Area5


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Q4 Please rank what you think are the greatest barriers to obtaining secure housing inIdaho Falls *Results shown as weighted average per Area (max = 5)


Cost of housing

Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

0 1 2 3 4 5

Shortage of housing

Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

0 1 2 3 4 5


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Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

0 1 2 3 4 5


Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

0 1 2 3 4 5


Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

0 1 2 3 4 5


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Cost of housing

40%40

25%25

19%19

10%10

6%6

16%100 3.83

57%112

29%57

8%16

4%7

2%3

32%195 4.37

47%60

24%30

13%17

7%9

9%11

21%127 3.94

41%28

42%29

9%6

4%3

4%3

11%69 4.10

51%64

22%28

10%12

13%17

4%5

20%126 4.02

Shortage of housing

23%23

35%35

18%18

17%17

7%7

16%100 3.50

21%40

36%71

23%44

12%24

8%16

32%195 3.49

24%30

28%36

25%32

12%15

11%14

21%127 3.42

30%21

32%22

28%19

6%4

4%3

11%69 3.78

24%30

38%48

22%28

10%12

6%8

20%126 3.63


13%13

13%13

22%22

28%28

24%24

16%100 2.63

5%9

13%25

23%45

35%69

24%47

32%195 2.38

6%7

15%19

24%30

33%42

23%29

21%127 2.47

6%4

9%6

32%22

30%21

23%16

11%69 2.43

9%11

10%13

25%32

32%40

24%30

20%126 2.48


4%4

4%4

18%18

27%27

47%47

16%100 1.91

2%4

7%13

22%42

28%54

42%82

32%195 1.99

5%6

17%21

17%22

26%33

35%45

21%127 2.29

3%2

10%7

12%8

38%26

38%26

11%69 2.03

4%5

13%17

19%24

25%31

39%49

20%126 2.19

1 2 3 4 5 TOTAL SCORE

Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5


Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5


Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5


Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5


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20%20

23%23

23%23

18%18

16%16

16%100 3.13

15%30

15%29

25%48

21%41

24%47

32%195 2.76

19%24

17%21

20%26

22%28

22%28

21%127 2.88

20%14

7%5

20%14

22%15

30%21

11%69 2.65

13%16

16%20

24%30

21%26

27%34

20%126 2.67


Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5


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Q5 Please rank what transportation you use. *Results shown as weighted average perArea (max = 5)Answered: 608 Skipped: 9

Personal Vehicle

Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

0 1 2 3 4 5

Bike

Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

0 1 2 3 4 5


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Walking

Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

0 1 2 3 4 5


Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

0 1 2 3 4 5

Public Transportation

Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

0 1 2 3 4 5


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Personal Vehicle

93.81%91

4.12%4

2.06%2

0.00%0

0.00%0

15.95%97 4.92

95.29%182

2.09%4

1.57%3

0.00%0

1.05%2

31.41%191 4.91

96.00%120

1.60%2

0.80%1

0.00%0

1.60%2

20.56%125 4.90

97.06%66

2.94%2

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

11.18%68 4.97

97.60%122

0.80%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

1.60%2

20.56%125 4.93

Bike

2.06%2

29.90%29

55.67%54

6.19%6

6.19%6

15.95%97 3.15

0.56%1

33.89%61

49.44%89

11.11%20

5.00%9

29.61%180 3.14

0.87%1

40.00%46

46.09%53

7.83%9

5.22%6

18.91%115 3.23

3.03%2

50.00%33

36.36%24

9.09%6

1.52%1

10.86%66 3.44

0.00%0

38.21%47

46.34%57

13.01%16

2.44%3

20.23%123 3.20

Walking

5.21%5

58.33%56

28.13%27

5.21%5

3.13%3

15.79%96 3.57

1.62%3

59.46%110

34.05%63

3.78%7

1.08%2

30.43%185 3.57

0.84%1

51.26%61

41.18%49

5.88%7

0.84%1

19.57%119 3.45

0.00%0

46.27%31

52.24%35

1.49%1

0.00%0

11.02%67 3.45

0.81%1

48.39%60

38.71%48

8.87%11

3.23%4

20.39%124 3.35


1.05%1

6.32%6

9.47%9

68.42%65

14.74%14

15.63%95 2.11

0.00%0

5.26%9

10.53%18

69.01%118

15.20%26

28.13%171 2.06

0.86%1

10.34%12

6.90%8

65.52%76

16.38%19

19.08%116 2.14

0.00%0

1.56%1

12.50%8

65.63%42

20.31%13

10.53%64 1.95

0.81%1

11.38%14

7.32%9

63.41%78

17.07%21

20.23%123 2.15


Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5


Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5


Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5


Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5


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Public Transportation

0.00%0

0.00%0

4.21%4

20.00%19

75.79%72

15.63%95 1.28

2.86%5

1.14%2

4.00%7

15.43%27

76.57%134

28.78%175 1.38

1.75%2

0.00%0

3.51%4

19.30%22

75.44%86

18.75%114 1.33

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

21.54%14

78.46%51

10.69%65 1.22

0.81%1

1.63%2

7.32%9

14.63%18

75.61%93

20.23%123 1.37


Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5


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Q6 What would encourage you to walk or bike more frequently than you currently do now(check all that apply)?


16.56%53

28.75%92

21.25%68

12.81%41

20.63%66

51.95%320

16.40%61

30.91%115

20.97%78

12.10%45

19.62%73

60.39%372

26.74%23

25.58%22

20.93%18

11.63%10

15.12%13

13.96%86

27.16%22

24.69%20

20.99%17

11.11%9

16.05%13

13.15%81

12.97%45

27.95%97

22.48%78

13.26%46

23.34%81

56.33%347

14.75%41

35.97%100

21.22%59

10.07%28

17.99%50

45.13%278

17.74%11

33.87%21

20.97%13

11.29%7

16.13%10

10.06%62

18.00%18

31.00%31

17.00%17

15.00%15

19.00%19

16.23%100

100 194 127 69 126 616

# Q1: AREA 1 DATE

1 I don't have a bike 4/11/2021 11:14 AM

2 Sheltered bike paths 4/9/2021 7:39 AM

3 too old to walk or bike 4/6/2021 8:43 PM

4 Living closer to things! 3/31/2021 7:24 PM

5 lower traffic volumes and speeds and an environment where some routes cater less to cars and more to activetransportation

3/26/2021 1:12 PM

6 Most of my commuting is to work which is too far ride a bike or walk. I also have to take my son to day care which 3/19/2021 10:27 PM


Moreconvenient...

Safer routes

Cleanliness

Lower speedzones

If I did nothave to ride...

I would onlyuse these...

None of theabove

Other (pleasespecify)

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


More convenient routes

Safer routes

Cleanliness

Lower speed zones

If I did not have to ride in the roadway

I would only use these options in good weather

None of the above


Total Respondents


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limits walking or biking.

7 bussiness shoveling their sidewalk 3/11/2021 10:15 AM

8 Please provide more bike lanes/routes 3/9/2021 3:29 PM

9 Too old to take advantage. 3/9/2021 3:24 PM

10 On many neighborhood streets, there are too many parked cars causing decreased visibility and more exposure. Asa result, biking/pedestrian accidents occur. People do not stop at stop signs, especially noticed around EmersonHigh School. Lower speed zones are not the answer. People are required to travel 25 mph and lower but run the stopsigns, accelerate, and speed past homes.

3/1/2021 8:33 AM

11 City bike rental system, more places to securely lock up a personal bike outside businesses 2/26/2021 7:00 PM

12 Maintenance in winter 2/26/2021 8:27 AM

13 Enforce leash laws. My dog and I have been attacked twice while walking in our neighborhood. 2/25/2021 6:17 PM

14 Walking is very difficult in the winter because the majority of homeowners do not maintain their sidewalks. 2/25/2021 9:25 AM

15 I walk a lot. I try to get out every day. Winter weather is a problem. When people do not clear snow from thesidewalks, it makes it difficult for me. Uneven and crumbling sidewalks are also a big problem.

2/25/2021 6:51 AM

16 Saving green spaces, educating drivers, respect for pedestrians and cyclists 2/24/2021 4:19 PM

17 If stores and basic needs were closer, also if the route was more clean and aesthetically pleasing 2/24/2021 11:56 AM

18 A safe connection to the greenway over yellowstone 2/24/2021 8:14 AM

# Q1: AREA 2 DATE

1 Bike-educated drivers; drivers not distracted 4/7/2021 3:27 PM

2 We desperately need bike lanes 4/6/2021 7:44 PM

3 Widening intersections and making lane widths too wide discourages pedestrians and bikers. Like the proposed 17thand woodruff project does NOT create greater pedestrian and biking environments. Huge intersections furtherdiscourage me from biking and walking experiences. Lane widths, some ridiculously wide in town in some casesalmost two car widths wide. A needless waste of precious space and more than necessary of private propertyseized. For good lane width examples go no further than Pocatello. They seem to understand the concept. Also tryto connect areas of interest, like grocery stores, schools, riverwalk, etc.

3/20/2021 1:22 AM

4 Enforcement of laws pertaining to bike safety 3/12/2021 3:11 PM

5 Sidewalks! The sidewalks in my neighborhood don’t connect and there are none on the main roads. 3/12/2021 10:55 AM

6 More trails!!!! 3/12/2021 8:16 AM

7 I live on one side of town. Kids go to school across town and I work downtown. 3/12/2021 8:11 AM

8 PEDESTRIAN AWARENESS OF MOTOR VEHICLE DRIVERS 3/11/2021 11:58 AM

9 Having safer neighbors hoods to walk in 3/11/2021 11:57 AM

10 Too old 3/9/2021 7:45 PM

11 Sidewalks were continuous - no breaks in sidewalk like on Blvd. in the area of Tautphaus Park 3/9/2021 4:24 PM

12 connecting routes to stores and safer parking lots 3/5/2021 8:19 AM

13 Pedestrian crossing on 1st street. There currently is not any safe way to cross between walgreens to leos place.Many people are chancing getting hit like the old game frogger. Please address safe cross overs and many morepeople will get out and be active.

3/4/2021 1:34 PM

14 To make the pathway along Northgate across from Fred Meyer safer, security lighting should be installed. 3/4/2021 12:10 PM

15 Connecting city services 3/3/2021 6:18 PM

16 Sidewalks on all main roads 3/3/2021 8:06 AM

17 Not being disabled 3/3/2021 5:26 AM

18 Free from ice and snow routes 2/26/2021 10:15 AM

19 I don’t bike, and there are plenty of places to walk. 2/26/2021 8:27 AM

20 We need stronger police trafficking for dangerous drivers, instead of cops shooting people in their own back yardsand giving 14 year olds smoking tickets.

2/25/2021 12:59 AM

21 Shorter distances to travel 2/24/2021 9:43 PM

22 If people stopped using the bike lane as a turning lane. 2/24/2021 9:24 PM

23 Better understanding of city biking laws for both bikers and drivers. 2/24/2021 9:22 PM

24 City enforcing leash laws. This is a major problem with our walkways! I am a avid walker. I walk every day. 50% ofdog owners that I encounter while walking around the community walking paths around the river and in the parks donot have their dogs on a leash. I am waiting for the day that I get attacked because this law is not inforced. Withthis being a such a problem, maybe dogs should not be allowed on the walking paths. That would resolve the issue

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of the city having to babysit the people who can not follow the leash law making the walking paths much safer forpeople.

25 More traffic enforcement of neighborhood stopsigns and speed limits. I live on the corner of Cedar Ridge andChaparral. It's the Sunday 500 on Sundays. Our stopsign is rarely ever stopped at. I've almost been hit many timesby cars coming around the corner at 25+ miles an hour as I'm backing out onto the street. My wife was almost hitjogging by someone running it yesterday. He flipped her off and told her to get out of the F'n road.

2/24/2021 1:34 PM

26 More bike friendly roads 2/24/2021 11:58 AM

27 Public Transportation 2/24/2021 10:29 AM

28 No side walks . Not enough uber 2/23/2021 9:54 PM

29 Sidewalks!!!!!! 2/23/2021 9:27 PM

30 Bike/walking trails 2/23/2021 8:07 PM

31 More bike paths 2/23/2021 6:41 PM

# Q1: AREA 3 DATE

1 Distracted drivers that weren't on their cell phones. 4/7/2021 5:53 AM

2 Not applicable 4/1/2021 4:45 PM

3 I have a vehicle 3/21/2021 8:49 AM

4 More dedicated bike/walking pathways to connect the city. There are few "enjoyable" pathways between the westside and downtown. John's Hole bridge is no longer bikeable because of the traffic speeds; Broadway is a couple ofmiles of blacktop and asphalt parking lots, Panchari is much improved now that the "bridge of biking death" hasbeen replaced, but its a pretty non-interesting ride/walk.

3/20/2021 10:40 PM

5 If the city actually kept the sidewalks clean especially in winter 3/15/2021 4:09 PM

6 Having amenities closer 3/13/2021 4:25 PM

7 SIDEWALKS EVERYWHERE! Please 3/10/2021 6:24 PM

8 Idaho Falls NEEDS Public Transportation!!!!! 3/5/2021 10:53 AM

9 We need more shared bike lanes. Bike paths are not the solution to bike commuting. Bike paths become walkingpaths and as more people ride e-bikes speeds will increase and we won’t want to share paths with pedestrians dueto safety concerns.

2/28/2021 6:54 AM

10 Bike lanes, wider road shoulders 2/25/2021 10:20 PM

11 Secure place to park my bike once I arrive at my location 2/24/2021 6:25 PM

12 Wider sidewalk bike paths similar to the sunny side paths 2/24/2021 8:38 AM

13 I know a lot of work has been done on the greenbelt, so first of all, excellent. Now, the Boise greenbelt is almost 25miles long on each side of the river, so when I moved to Idaho Falls and starting riding my bike or running, I quicklyrealized it is soooooo small in comparison. That is a detterent.

2/24/2021 2:03 AM

14 better lighting along paths and sidewalks 2/23/2021 11:04 PM

15 Sidewalks! Lack of Sidewalks makes walkability difficult 2/23/2021 10:19 PM

16 Bike paths 2/23/2021 7:08 PM

17 Homeless people 2/23/2021 6:50 PM

# Q1: AREA 4 DATE

1 Bus line to reduce the distance walked 4/12/2021 10:02 PM

2 Designated Bike lanes/roads 3/31/2021 7:17 AM

3 Designated bike lanes/roads 3/31/2021 7:17 AM

4 Robust public transit options, like bus lines, to allow cross town carless travel. 3/25/2021 11:29 PM

5 Cleaning of snow. 3/12/2021 5:53 PM

6 Closer to grocery store 3/10/2021 2:30 PM

7 if there were a nearby part to walk to. 3/10/2021 6:51 AM

8 no vivo cerca de las tiendas, ni quiero que se acercan a mi. 3/9/2021 10:29 AM

9 We need more safe routes that run to more areas of the city. 2/26/2021 11:13 AM

10 Bike trails 2/25/2021 8:36 PM

11 More green spaces, linked by safe walk & bike friendly trails 2/25/2021 8:29 AM

12 Sidewalks from Fairway Estates to freeman Park. 2/24/2021 10:23 PM

13 More side walks from Fairway Estates to Freeman Park 2/24/2021 10:20 PM


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14 A shoulder on east river road would be helpful. 2/24/2021 7:05 PM

15 During the winter, bike trails along the roads are burried in snow due to plowing for cars only and many people do notshovel their sidewalks.

2/24/2021 8:38 AM

# Q1: AREA 5 DATE

1 Restrict biking to Pathways and sidewalks 4/7/2021 1:29 PM

2 More care on the part of drivers 4/7/2021 10:13 AM

3 Motivation & weather 4/6/2021 10:53 PM

4 We live in a farming state. To bike everywhere would take all day. 4/1/2021 11:26 PM

5 Don’t plan on biking 3/23/2021 9:16 AM

6 I don't own a bike 3/22/2021 3:03 PM

7 developed specific trails 3/16/2021 2:27 PM

8 If stores were in walking distance 3/15/2021 3:02 PM

9 Driver more considerate 3/9/2021 11:04 AM

10 Interconnect all the trails in town and better snow removal. 3/1/2021 9:01 PM

11 None 2/24/2021 5:45 PM

12 dedicated, paved bike routes 2/24/2021 4:37 PM

13 can't bring home what I buy when I walk or bike 2/24/2021 1:35 PM

14 Bike lanes along. Ore roads. 2’ wider road with a gravel free edge beyond the white line would go a long way. Thegravel Resurfacing it really hard on bikers while it’s open gravel on the road.

2/24/2021 8:06 AM

15 Trails that are pleasurable to bike, not to just get from point to point. 2/23/2021 9:00 PM

16 If the snowbwas removed 2/23/2021 8:30 PM

17 concern over the epidemic of people running red lights 2/23/2021 5:09 PM

18 Maybe sidewalks along East River Road 2/23/2021 5:01 PM

19 Need interconnected trail system with Bonneville County, Ammon. With all the available land and easy access toROW's, NOW is the time to build a good trail system, not when access gets more difficult with development

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Q7 Apart from cost, I care about the following when shopping for a home (check all thatapply):



Close to work

Close torestaurants ...

Historicnature of th...

Who myneighbors are

Neighborhoodculture

New home

New/recentsubdivision

Close to river

Close todowntown

Close toshopping

Energyefficiency

Landscaping &aesthetics

Size of yard

Distancebetween...

Types ofresidences i...

Amenities

Traffic aroundthe area


0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


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16%36

31%71

26%58

12%27

15%34

37%226

23%35

27%40

17%25

13%19

20%30

24%149

50%56

21%23

12%13

7%8

10%11

18%111

16%54

30%100

22%74

9%30

23%79

55%337

15%59

32%123

22%84

11%43

20%79

63%388

7%4

31%17

18%10

9%5

35%19

9%55

3%2

28%19

28%19

10%7

31%21

11%68

33%23

19%13

16%11

24%17

9%6

11%70

44%32

15%11

13%9

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15%13

34%30

22%19

11%10

18%16

14%88

14%31

35%75

23%49

8%18

19%41

35%214

16%47

30%88

20%57

9%27

25%72

47%291

11%39

32%109

20%70

11%38

25%87

56%343

9%29

32%110

21%73

11%38

26%90

55%340

12%36

32%98

25%76

8%23

23%70

49%303

17%20

27%32

26%31

11%13

19%23

19%119

16%61

31%122

21%80

10%40

22%87

63%390

18%12

30%20

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11%67

100 195 127 69 126 617

# Q1: AREA 1 DATE

1 don't plan on buying another home 4/6/2021 8:43 PM

2 Mature trees, walkability, community feel, non-cookie cutter feel 3/29/2021 3:22 PM

3 No street parking, not a house that’s overpriced but falling apart 3/12/2021 9:02 AM

4 I’d like it if ordinance and covenants were enforced. I love my older pristinely kept neighborhood, but it only takes afew new neighbors who begin parking cars in the road overnight or collecting junk on the side of their houses, beforethe well kept feeling of the entire neighborhood begins to dwindle.

3/5/2021 7:12 AM

5 Unique design and build quality new home build quality is poor 3/5/2021 7:10 AM

6 High on the list is quality education. Across the country quality education is tied to home values. A good schoolprovides a sense of community, especially when youngsters can walk to and from their elementary school. Safeand clean neighborhoods are appealing. As housing ages, I've noticed many rental homes degrading to the pointthese rentals look like hazards and firetraps. It is tough to attract a home buyer to live next to these homes.Overgrown and dead trees add to the dangers. There are areas where one needs to walk in the street because oflow overhanging trees and bushes.

3/1/2021 8:33 AM

7 Will I be able to do what I want to my home, or will HOAs prohibit me? 2/26/2021 7:00 PM

8 Close to schools and parks 2/26/2021 8:27 AM

9 Schools for my kid 2/25/2021 3:07 PM

10 If a neighborhood has a special feeling that is very connected. Also if a neighborhood has a general aesthetic or 2/24/2021 11:56 AM


Close to work

Close to restaurants & entertainment establishments

Historic nature of the neighborhood

Who my neighbors are

Neighborhood culture

New home

New/recent subdivision

Close to river

Close to downtown

Close to shopping

Energy efficiency

Landscaping & aesthetics

Size of yard

Distance between neighbors

Types of residences in neighborhood (townhouses, single-family homes, etc.)

Amenities

Traffic around the area


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theme

11 Prefer older home with character and mature trees 2/23/2021 5:27 PM

12 Cleanliness of neighborhood 2/23/2021 4:23 PM

# Q1: AREA 2 DATE

1 Sidewalks, trees 4/6/2021 10:31 PM

2 Being near a park or walking area. 3/21/2021 11:53 AM

3 School and church 3/20/2021 10:21 PM

4 Neighborhoods with many mature trees and nearby parks. 3/20/2021 1:22 AM

5 Enforcement of city codes ie four wheelers on streets, parking trailers on street and driveway, unkept yards,vehicles parked on lens

3/12/2021 3:11 PM

6 Townhouses that are not connected to other townhouses. Smaller stand-alone places to live. 3/12/2021 11:18 AM

7 Child-friendly (if there is a park nearby) 3/12/2021 10:55 AM

8 Reputation of schools 3/12/2021 9:17 AM

9 Close to walking/biking trails 3/12/2021 8:16 AM

10 Safety 3/11/2021 11:57 AM

11 garden area since so many farms are being turned into subdivisions 3/10/2021 8:35 AM

12 If we had an area that was 55+ with various types of living option with connecting walkways - a 21st century versionof The Fountains.

3/9/2021 4:24 PM

13 architectural diversity 3/3/2021 5:21 PM

14 Safety and Noise 2/26/2021 10:15 AM

15 Accessibility for disabled 2/25/2021 12:25 PM

16 Low crime/ sex offenders in the area. 2/24/2021 9:24 PM

17 We chose our home for it's central location and easy access to the Freeway. 2/24/2021 1:34 PM

18 Animal Friendly 2/24/2021 10:29 AM

19 How ot fits my family 2/23/2021 9:51 PM

20 Do bot like townhouses and apartments. 2/23/2021 3:38 PM

# Q1: AREA 3 DATE

1 Noise 4/7/2021 6:48 PM

2 School district and proximity to schools 4/7/2021 5:53 AM

3 Size of house 3/13/2021 4:25 PM

4 Sub divisions are too close together for me. 3/12/2021 1:26 PM

5 Close to schools 3/10/2021 5:17 AM

6 Quiet and safe 3/5/2021 10:53 AM

7 A neighborhood should be a place where you can go for walks and have access to parks. 2/28/2021 6:54 AM

8 Need more country and farms around. Quit building new subdivisions in the farms. Idaho Falls is supposed to be acharming farm town surrounded by fields and that is being taken away.

2/25/2021 12:22 PM

9 Proximity to airport, services, crime, school ratings, quality of the house 2/24/2021 11:14 AM

10 utilities, including internet 2/23/2021 11:04 PM

11 School district 2/23/2021 8:37 PM

# Q1: AREA 4 DATE

1 walkability 4/12/2021 10:02 PM

2 Mixed use development where amenities are within a 5 minute walk. 3/25/2021 11:29 PM

3 la pregunta se escribe en ingles 3/9/2021 10:29 AM

4 Safety 3/6/2021 6:07 AM

5 safe neighborhood 2/26/2021 11:13 AM

6 More and more homes being use as airbnb bringing in bad people in nice neighborhoods 2/25/2021 10:43 AM

7 internet options 2/25/2021 8:42 AM

8 Bike & walking green spaces in subdivisions and safe/friendly ways for outlieing subdivisions to be linked to the city 2/25/2021 8:29 AM


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core.

9 Sunset views 2/24/2021 10:23 PM

10 Multiple animal friendly options that do not take advantage by charging pet rent. No one charges extra rent forchildren, and they are far more destructive.

2/24/2021 8:38 AM

# Q1: AREA 5 DATE

1 Schools 4/11/2021 4:52 PM

2 Near family... as no public transportation 4/7/2021 10:13 AM

3 Minimal HOA restrictions 4/6/2021 10:21 PM

4 Neighborhood park 4/1/2021 8:41 PM

5 Great schools 3/1/2021 9:01 PM

6 Is the city of Idaho Falls asking or a realtor? These seem like some odd questions. 2/28/2021 7:00 AM

7 School location and ranking on how good of a school it is 2/27/2021 10:33 AM

8 Close to good schools 2/25/2021 11:56 AM

9 Close to schools 2/24/2021 6:55 PM

10 Close to schools 2/24/2021 6:55 PM

11 Would like to see more planned neighborhoods with central community center like you see in Boise. 2/24/2021 8:06 AM

12 We hated living downtown due to the noise (older building not alot of sound insulation) 2/23/2021 8:30 PM

13 Crime in the area, as it's been rising due to all the out of state move ins. 2/23/2021 5:01 PM

14 No baseboard heat no ceiling heat. Forced air and Ranch style with room to add on 2/23/2021 4:57 PM


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Q8 What would you like to see happen in the next 5 or 10 years in the City of Idaho Falls(check all that apply)?



Keep extendingthe greenbel...

Add culturalelements and...

Create moregreen spaces...

Beautifybusiness...

Encouragevisually...

Preserve thecharacter of...

Attract newbusinesses.

Motivate youngpeople who a...

Improveopportunitie...

Improveopportunitie...

Increaseinclusion an...


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16.80%61

28.10%102

20.94%76

12.67%46

21.49%78

58.83%363

20.23%52

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21.40%55

12.06%31

17.51%45

41.65%257

17.16%58

30.47%103

20.41%69

13.31%45

18.64%63

54.78%338

20.00%52

31.15%81

22.69%59

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17.02%32

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30.47%188

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30.10%90

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20.74%62

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17.49%39

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15.51%38

39.71%245

17.76%27

30.92%47

18.42%28

9.21%14

23.68%36

24.64%152

100 195 127 69 126 617

# Q1: AREA 1 DATE

1 Downtown area buildings being occupied with businesses, bars and restuarants. 3/30/2021 2:32 PM

2 Encourage diversity - all types 3/29/2021 3:22 PM

3 Need more on the east side of the river south of Broadway - it feels like a dead zone except for the smallneighborhood, park and trail. An outdoor amenity that would attract a lot more kids in summer is a OUTDOOR pool.Would like much more focus on walkability and bikeability and putting a big whoa on converting everything tosurface parking. Even reversing a bunch of this would be great. A parking structure is REALLY needed downtownbecause we need things to go to down there other than a bunch of parking lots.

3/26/2021 1:12 PM

4 Making sure the entire city is more aesthetically pleasing. Especially the main entrances to the city from I-15. Alsoencourage specific districts for different types of businesses and industries to make everything more cohesive.

3/19/2021 1:10 PM

5 Stop worrying about preserving Idaho Falls - we need to grow with our community, not limit the area because peopleare afraid of change.

3/12/2021 8:38 AM

6 Change the current road design in Idaho Falls. Take the wide roads and shrink them. Turn them into true Parkways,add bikeways, beautiful tree lined boulevards instead of the hot, dangerously fast, walk and bike unfriendly openthroughways. Some examples of roads that could be transformed include South Capitol ave, Sunnyside rd,Broadway on the west side, Pancheri on the west side, and possibly south Boulevard although it is smaller than theothers. The value of a slower, tree or park lined parkway or boulevard similar to 25th street is beneficial to thosedrivers and bike/walk commuters. I often drive down 25th street purposefully to enjoy the slower, calmer, tree lined,cool commute that connects me to the eastern side of Idaho Falls and the businesses and neighbors there. I do notfeel that John Adams parkway is a true parkway, but it is the main connector I use when commuting by bicycle. Itmakes me happier than commuting down ugly, traffic ridden 17th street. I wish it had a better separation from thebike lane and the car lane, or a center parkway that would promote slower traffic and shade for the neighbors andcommunity.

3/11/2021 1:16 PM

7 Adding small neighborhood grocery/essentials shops. 3/10/2021 8:49 PM

8 Decreased property taxes for longtime Idaho natives. Property taxes are preventing local Idahoans from buyinghomes. People moving from out of state should pay increased property taxes for the first 5-10 years after movinghere to decrease the tax burden on longtime local residents.

3/5/2021 7:10 AM

9 Have employees of the city care for the public and not just for the pay. 3/4/2021 11:50 PM

10 Enforce ordinances. One example is illegal fireworks... it seems minor, but creates havoc for folks with pets,returning vets, damage to homes, people and moving and parked cars. Studies show the following encourage safeneighborhoods and reduce crime: homes with a lighted front porch; people spending time outdoors in theneighborhood, on a front porch, in the yard; getting to know who the people in the neighborhood (just saying "Hello")and developing a sense of community. In the numbered streets, speed bumps would be beneficial in slowing carson main arteries as more and more cars are speeding and young families are moving into the small homes available

3/1/2021 8:33 AM


Keep extending the greenbelt along the Snake River.

Add cultural elements and public spaces along the Snake River.

Create more green spaces throughout the City of Idaho Falls.

Beautify business developments and zones.

Encourage visually appealing housing developments.

Preserve the character of the City of Idaho Falls.

Attract new businesses.

Motivate young people who are growing up in Idaho Falls to stay in Idaho Falls.

Improve opportunities for healthy outdoor activities.

Improve opportunities for affordable family activities.

Increase inclusion and the feeling of community


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there. Speeding cars and inattentive drivers have side-swiped parked cars. It may be time to change ordinances aslifestyles change. More people work from home and people try to convert single-family homes into apartments andmulti-family units. Homeowners are not allowed to widen drive-way entries (today our vehicles are wider) and arelimited to increase off-street parking/garage footprints. As a result, there is a "narrowing" of the streets with overflowcars. People start parking on lawns and sidewalks. RVs take up greater space or park on streets.

11 Consider adopting an architecture theme (that is timeless and you won't regret) that could become known as "IconicIF" so that as all this development is going on, it looks cohesive, beautiful, and brings a sense of unity. Sort of likeHaussmann's renovation of Paris.

2/26/2021 7:00 PM

12 Indoor recreation facilities 2/26/2021 8:27 AM

13 Give support to families to raise good citizens by offering free prenatal classes, free parenting classes, on-site daycare for working mothers.

2/25/2021 6:17 PM

14 Keep the family atmosphere 2/25/2021 3:07 PM

15 Resident for about 4 years. Unfriendly city! Many rule and regulations when improving yards, homes, andneighborhoods. City blocks opportunities for the residents to go forward with improvements but does not enforceexisting issues that are current in neighborhoods and homes. It’s ridiculous.

2/25/2021 12:46 PM

16 I would prefer fewer storage companies and better use of abandoned buildings. 2/25/2021 9:25 AM

17 Preserve the character of existing neighborhoods and historic buildings, work to improve what we have rather thanmore, more, more

2/25/2021 7:25 AM

18 Keep the small town feel by not overcrowding. Don’t take away from farmland 2/24/2021 5:54 PM

19 Quit making our historical neighborhoods a rental and low income nightmare. Quit making it easier for traffic tocontest our neighborhood. Enforce the speed limit more efficiently and regulate rental properties.

2/24/2021 4:47 PM

20 respect for greenspaces, environmental practices, walking and cycling safety 2/24/2021 4:19 PM

21 Make the city more aesthetically pleasing. More street lighting and landscaping, especially near the entrances ofIdaho Falls to help encourage more tourist traffic into the heart of IF

2/24/2021 11:56 AM

22 Improve roadways to accommodate higher traffic. 2/24/2021 6:57 AM

23 more inclusive playground equipment, even for toddlers and those with special needs. 2/24/2021 5:40 AM

24 New Rec Center with aquatics that meets the needs of the community 2/23/2021 5:27 PM

25 Better rec center. Stop letting the Apple monopolize a decent facility. 2/23/2021 4:37 PM

26 Get rid of travel trailers as housing in town 2/23/2021 4:23 PM

27 More live music, plays, culture 2/23/2021 4:19 PM

# Q1: AREA 2 DATE

1 More and safer bike paths; get rid of junk cars/cars that don't run from city streets 4/7/2021 3:27 PM

2 Underground wires; more trees. Be able to sign up at park districts programs as individuals & have District organizeteams. Provide indoor play space for toddlers year round.

4/6/2021 10:31 PM

3 High speed fiber optic internet expansion 4/6/2021 8:37 PM

4 Increase of bike friendly routes 4/6/2021 7:44 PM

5 No more car wash’s, diversify the food and https://www.colorstreet.com/beckiwhitbeck 4/5/2021 9:57 PM

6 Keep the Chuckers baseball team and the games! 4/5/2021 9:31 PM

7 New Rec Center / Aquatic Center 3/31/2021 1:42 PM

8 KEEP South Capital Park 3/26/2021 2:34 PM

9 As for extending greenbelt I feel the answer would be increase the landscape quality of current greenbelt, widen itbetween temple and river. Create botanical garden somewhere in well visited area of greenbelt. No offense but muchof landscaping is pleasant but lacking in its great potential of better design and tree density. I'm done with hugebillboards all over this town, it's getting out of hand, shows lack of protection of visual environment. Preserve theold buildings in town, especially downtown and build new buildings downtown instead of huge black hole parking lotsreplace with 3-5 story buildings that fit closely with architecture of downtown. More housing downtown to supplymore patrons for downtown businesses. If huge parklots downtown developed, need way for more parking, possiblesmall garages in basements under new buildings or 1 parking garage downtown as housing density would likelytriple.. A serious tree planting program to soften hardscape and add beauty to neighborhoods and blighted businessareas like northgate, and parts of 1st, and holmes. Stop making industrial areas so big, with few if anylandscaping/tree requirements. Why prolong it for miles? keep it dense and doesn't need to last forever downhighway, makes city look bad for residents and visitors.

3/20/2021 1:22 AM

10 These questions are biased to a certain outcome 3/18/2021 6:54 PM

11 More opportunities and accessibility to recycling. Idaho is a beautiful state, so we should do our part as a major cityto keep it that way.

3/18/2021 10:50 AM

12 Work on better traffic flow...it’s getting stupid out there. Waiting through lights 3 or 4 times just to get through them. 3/12/2021 9:02 PM

13 Require new developments to incorporate parks, paths, green belts etc throughout development 3/12/2021 3:11 PM


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14 City-wide events (like Strawberry Days in Pleasant Grove UT) 3/12/2021 10:55 AM

15 Keep Californians out. Just kidding, I know that can't happen. 3/12/2021 9:02 AM

16 More Pools and splash pads 3/12/2021 8:47 AM

17 Saftey 3/11/2021 11:57 AM

18 slow the invasion. this is no longer the small city I loved. 3/10/2021 8:35 AM

19 More tennis courts and fix current tennis courts 3/9/2021 7:47 PM

20 LOWER TAXES 3/9/2021 9:48 AM

21 Make yellowstone from one end to other look nice. Driving through it looks like a junk yard full of weeds. 3/9/2021 9:44 AM

22 Spaces where businesses have closed look terrible. Demolition of those buildings need to take place so newbusinesses can be placed there. Example, old Desert Industries building. The cost for new development there is tooexpensive but the city can offer tax breaks for businesses like Jackson Hole Junction and Costco.

3/9/2021 9:42 AM

23 Add nice clean paths where people can safely walk/bike just like the green belt, but through the entire city. Thiswould highly encourage people to walk and bike more. Moscow Idaho had a great example of such path through thecity and out to the neighbor towns of the area.

3/8/2021 9:24 AM

24 I am all for the police and their courage to handle the danger in IF. But, some are undertrained and quick to makebad and unreasonable decisions. Any time the police make a human mistake they also should be held accountablefor their actions like any other citizen.

3/4/2021 1:34 PM

25 I have noticed a variety of businesses who have removed landscaping and replaced it with asphalt. 3/4/2021 12:10 PM

26 establish long-term visions for the city (10-50 year) 3/3/2021 6:18 PM

27 Build a functional recreation center 3/3/2021 1:10 PM

28 The city should buy as many of the fields as budget allows to preserve them as green spaces and eventually makethem into parks, there need to be these areas for the hundreds of new homes going in, we need a park closeenough to walk or bike to and sidewalks to get there safely with our kids.

3/3/2021 8:06 AM

29 Give police department resources they need - Safety is big concern 2/26/2021 10:15 AM

30 Allow for more safe pedestrian and bicycle routes and crossings. 2/25/2021 4:20 PM

31 Housing for the disabled that use a wheelchair, bathchair. Affordable housing on very low income, 2 or morebedrooms and bathrooms family home with wheelchair ramps to entryways, wider entrance to all rooms largerdriveways to support wheelchair accessible van or other transportation

2/25/2021 12:25 PM

32 Make sure every cop is wearing a body cam no matter their rank. Reform our police to work with our communityinstead of against us.

2/25/2021 12:59 AM

33 Improved walkability 2/24/2021 9:43 PM

34 Another swimming pool or rec centers with more ammenities 2/24/2021 8:55 PM

35 Better maintenance on roads such as Snow removal 2/24/2021 3:34 PM

36 We need more indoor winter recreation and things to do for young people. My kids say they don't like coming backto IF because there is so little for them to do.

2/24/2021 1:34 PM

37 Create a family culture beyond being a typical Mormon or redneck 2/24/2021 11:58 AM

38 Build a nice rec center for kids WITH A HOCKEY RINK. 2/24/2021 10:31 AM

39 Public Transportaion, more parks. Fixing downtown to be better to visit 2/24/2021 10:29 AM

40 Add walking bridges over canals that run through the neighborhoods 2/24/2021 10:19 AM

41 Build more homes. 2/24/2021 9:51 AM

42 More spent on education 2/24/2021 8:08 AM

43 Less cheap subdivisions, need to make developers do more, like parks and walk ways 2/24/2021 2:38 AM

44 Better doctors 2/23/2021 9:54 PM

45 Recreation center with indoor pool, outdoor pool, gym and basketball courts. Like they have in Utah. 2/23/2021 9:49 PM

46 improve traffic flow 2/23/2021 7:19 PM

47 Improve traffic issues 2/23/2021 4:13 PM

# Q1: AREA 3 DATE

1 Figure out how to solve the traffic issue on 17th St and 25th East/HItt Road 4/13/2021 2:29 PM

2 Better communication between IF leaders and the general community regarding issues that impact the wholecommunity. I found out about the water tower location a couple of weeks ago when it was too late to be heard!

4/11/2021 11:21 AM

3 Continue to invest in the vibrancy of the historic downtown area 4/7/2021 5:53 AM

4 Pool facility like in Twin Falls 4/1/2021 4:45 PM


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5 Address and plan for the infrastructure needed to support this rapid growth - roadways, traffic patterns, othermunicipal needs.

3/23/2021 7:37 AM

6 More AFFORDABLE housing 3/22/2021 9:12 AM

7 Improve access to affordable housing for the poor/lower middle class. 3/20/2021 10:40 PM

8 Work on the lack of lower classes being able to receive the resources and help they need. 3/15/2021 3:25 PM

9 Better snow removal practices and road construction/maintenance 3/11/2021 12:20 PM

10 More splash parks, specifically on west side 3/11/2021 11:29 AM

11 Walking path at old butte soccer fields 3/10/2021 6:24 PM

12 We need an outdoor community pool!!! It’s 2021!!! 3/10/2021 2:47 PM

13 Public transport 3/10/2021 5:17 AM

14 More shopping options on the westside of Idaho falls 3/9/2021 3:24 PM

15 Build a high speed loop or beltway around the city to relieve traffic on interior streets. 3/9/2021 12:14 PM

16 Public Transportation, Jobs with a living wage. 3/5/2021 10:53 AM

17 Kids need more to do in the summer. WATERPARK !!! surounding towns can sustain one, why can't Idado Falls? 3/1/2021 8:01 AM

18 Reduce sprawl - 2/26/2021 5:08 PM

19 No more farm ground with housing developmentsments 2/25/2021 12:22 PM

20 Densify businesses and homes downtown. Make downtown a walking district only. 2/24/2021 11:14 AM

21 Maybe a city Rec center I’ve lived here since birth 96 babyyy but honestly the athletic center is ghetto 2/24/2021 5:37 AM

22 Improve/add to sports facilities (build the baseball/ softball complex on the Westside). The city will recoup the costby hosting tournaments.

2/24/2021 3:06 AM

23 More indoor rec areas for winter 2/23/2021 11:43 PM

24 Splash pad and swimming pool 2/23/2021 9:28 PM

25 Fix up old buildings 2/23/2021 7:08 PM

26 Infrastructure in particular the roads 2/23/2021 6:50 PM

27 Get better eateries. 2/23/2021 6:10 PM

28 Sporting arenas or venues for minor league teams (hockey, basketball, etc) 2/23/2021 5:16 PM

# Q1: AREA 4 DATE

1 make the city center denser and more walkable 4/12/2021 10:02 PM

2 Change zoning codes. No city can ever be affordable when single family zoning is a supermajority of zoning.duplexes and triplexes need to be options. Also set back requirements are major reason no one walks.

3/25/2021 11:29 PM

3 Build a new pool/rec center 3/18/2021 8:22 PM

4 Quit allowing so many subdivisions 3/16/2021 9:57 PM

5 Desegregate schools. We need diversity in all the schools to be able to reflect that on the city. No matter what youdo, nothing will change if we continue to have neighborhood schools.

3/12/2021 5:53 PM

6 ya tenemos parques sufficientes. Aprueben leyes que arreglen las casas que se han convertido a los apartamentosbarratillos.

3/9/2021 10:29 AM

7 slow the growth rate. this is making new housing unfordable to young people. 2/28/2021 7:17 PM

8 Create more bike/walking routes throughout the city. 2/26/2021 11:13 AM

9 More arts and theater 2/25/2021 8:36 PM

10 Rather than just have growth happen to us, let's influence the growth strategically. Develop tax incentives toinfluence what type of growth happens in various areas.

2/24/2021 1:53 PM

11 Keep the number of out-of-staters from increasing so rapidly. 2/24/2021 11:29 AM

12 Build extensive bike trails throughout town and create bike lanes for safe and convenient cycling.. 2/24/2021 8:38 AM

13 Decrease central planning, regulations, taxes, and zoning restrictions 2/24/2021 8:14 AM

14 There are 99 parks in the city but the ones in poorer neighborhoods need more care 2/23/2021 6:14 PM

# Q1: AREA 5 DATE

1 Improve roads to handle higher traffic & more schools 4/8/2021 8:14 PM

2 Quit trying to "Get Bigger" . We like small town atmosphere. 4/7/2021 1:29 PM

3 Quit trying to "Get Bigger" . We like small town atmosphere. 4/7/2021 1:19 PM


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4 More conversation with disparate residents 4/7/2021 10:13 AM

5 Water park 4/6/2021 10:53 PM

6 Enforce Speed Limits 4/6/2021 7:39 PM

7 More family fun activities, swimming parks, splash pads, etc. 4/1/2021 11:26 PM

8 Plan infrastructure enough in advance to compensate for exponential growth 3/23/2021 11:24 AM

9 Expanding the fiber optic network to the foothills areas of Idaho Falls in the future. 3/20/2021 10:15 AM

10 More schools, more types of housing within a neighborhood 3/12/2021 9:57 PM

11 New pool, hockey rink large community center 3/12/2021 8:06 PM

12 Distract so many people moving in to keep our smaller town personal , regain the lower crime rate we use to have.growth isn't' all it is crack up to be.

3/9/2021 11:04 AM

13 a city owned Recreation Center that is affordable like the cities in Utah 3/6/2021 8:16 AM

14 New recreation center. Investing into the city with attractable amenities 3/3/2021 8:13 PM

15 WE NEED A NEW REC CENTER, SPECIFICALLY A NEW POOL!! 3/2/2021 3:23 PM

16 An indoor waterpark or aquatic center similar to those in Billings, MT and Cedar City, UT. Wes Deist is freezing,overpriced, and inadequate.

3/1/2021 9:01 PM

17 More invested in schools 2/27/2021 10:33 AM

18 Water activities for kids 2/25/2021 5:43 PM

19 More opportunities and places for teens/kids to go 2/25/2021 3:41 PM

20 Improve schools 2/25/2021 11:56 AM

21 BETTER INDOOR SOCCER COMPLEX 2/24/2021 10:51 PM

22 Protect the values that make people want to live in Idaho Falls. 2/24/2021 10:39 PM

23 More upscale housing divisions <$500K 2/24/2021 6:55 PM

24 More up scale housing devisions < 500k 2/24/2021 6:55 PM

25 Attract well known companies for more job opportunities in tech and STEM 2/24/2021 1:35 PM

26 Would like to see some more kid friendly activities places like a indoor water park kids can go to year round. 2/24/2021 8:06 AM

27 Stop building homes so close together. And have diversified zoning. Every farm that sells shouldn't only be zonedfor 500 houses. Southern I.F. needs another elementary school and grocery store. But some nature areas should bepreserved. Diversify! Also, plow the dang roads.

2/24/2021 1:21 AM

28 Water park and recreation centers. 2/23/2021 11:05 PM

29 Please please please more pools, water recreation activities IN TOWN or within a 15 minute drive 2/23/2021 9:03 PM

30 The character of the city is racist bigots. That needs to change. 2/23/2021 8:17 PM

31 As little growth as possible. 2/23/2021 6:33 PM

32 Bury the power lines. All the power lines are UGLY 2/23/2021 5:03 PM

33 Stop encouraging more growth! It is RUINING what has historically been a great place to live and raise kids. 2/23/2021 5:01 PM

34 Increase diversity, maybe by accepting some refugees or other immigrants 2/23/2021 4:09 PM

35 More diversity in the workplace: the city of Idaho Falls and Bon County 's employees are mostly white. We needmore white collar example of diversity.

2/23/2021 3:54 PM

36 Takes too long to get around the city. Better traffic flow better traffic lights or efficient alternate routes. 2/23/2021 3:35 PM


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# [WHAT'S ONE THING YOU LOVE ABOUT LIVING IN IDAHO FALLS?] Q1: AREA 1 DATE

1 Pace of life balanced with recreation and amenities 4/15/2021 10:51 PM

2 Born and raised but that's it. It's getting too big and too busy. No land anymore, neighbors are too close. I'd move ifI could. Nobody knows their neighbors anymore.

4/11/2021 11:14 AM

3 Rural with a city feel 4/9/2021 7:39 AM

4 The river 4/8/2021 7:15 PM

5 the friendly people 4/6/2021 8:43 PM

6 I love that I am surrounded by the sights and smells of fresh agricultural fields, the beautiful sunsets, and that I livein a safe city.

4/6/2021 7:03 AM

7 The community 4/5/2021 9:00 PM

8 The greenbelt / River 4/5/2021 11:42 AM

9 Watching downtown develop 3/31/2021 7:24 PM

10 How attractive and nice it is here. 3/30/2021 2:32 PM

11 Cost of living 3/29/2021 3:22 PM

12 Safety 3/26/2021 1:12 PM

13 The greenbelt and downtown 3/21/2021 4:32 PM

14 Small community feel 3/21/2021 2:20 PM

15 The downtown area and ability to support local businesses. 3/19/2021 10:27 PM

16 Location and distance from great outdoors 3/19/2021 1:10 PM

17 Access to outdoor recreation 3/18/2021 4:46 PM

18 Friendly people 3/18/2021 3:22 PM

19 Simmer outdoor living 3/16/2021 6:34 PM

20 How safe it is 3/16/2021 3:10 PM

21 Low cost of living 3/15/2021 8:03 PM

22 Feels relatively safe 3/15/2021 4:39 PM

23 I've always lived here. It's home. 3/15/2021 4:01 PM

24 The greenbelt 3/12/2021 9:02 AM

25 I love the green belt! I just wish the trash was picked up more around the area. 3/12/2021 8:38 AM

26 The open area and people 3/11/2021 10:21 PM

27 I have lived in 5 different locations in Idaho Falls and Ammon, and outside the city limits in Bonneville county in thelast 5 years. I LOVE biking through and around town, while noticing the peacefulness and cooler changes in

3/11/2021 1:16 PM

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temperature added by the amount of trees through the numbered streets and neighborhoods in the city when comingfrom the hotter, ugly neighborhoods outside of the city.

28 drive time from across the city 3/11/2021 11:58 AM

29 people 3/11/2021 11:45 AM

30 The parks 3/11/2021 10:15 AM

31 The emphasis on recreation 3/10/2021 8:49 PM

32 Family Environment, I don't feel out of place because I have a large family. 3/10/2021 8:46 AM

33 Small town feel in growing city 3/10/2021 8:24 AM

34 Small rural 3/9/2021 6:45 PM

35 Housing cost (low) 3/9/2021 3:29 PM

36 Friendly 3/9/2021 3:24 PM

37 The community I have Found. 3/9/2021 1:00 PM

38 SMALL city 3/8/2021 1:40 PM

39 I love that it’s close to outdoor recreation and natural beauty. I love that it’s affordable and would like it to stay thatway especially for a 34 year native.

3/5/2021 7:12 AM

40 Small Town feel 3/5/2021 7:10 AM

41 My family is here. 3/4/2021 11:50 PM

42 It's home. I was born & raised here. Love our constitutional rights and the outdoors. 3/4/2021 9:32 PM

43 Greenbelt 3/4/2021 4:59 PM


45 The numbered streets are centrally located. It is still quite easy to access all areas of IF, even from many areas ofIF. The Greenbelt is amazing and IF is close to the wonderful outdoors. Summers are beautiful.

3/1/2021 8:33 AM

46 Friendly outdoorsy people, lots of stuff to do for community size. 2/28/2021 8:04 AM

47 family 2/27/2021 9:00 AM

48 It's a beautiful town full of good people 2/26/2021 7:00 PM

49 Small town with close shopping 2/26/2021 8:27 AM

50 Small town feel 2/26/2021 7:24 AM

51 Family friendly events 2/26/2021 4:09 AM

52 The people, historic feel, and the beautiful summers 2/25/2021 8:46 PM

53 Cheap Utilities, Fiber, power, water 2/25/2021 6:46 PM

54 The green belt. 2/25/2021 6:17 PM

55 i loved the zoo 2/25/2021 5:16 PM

56 Higher ed levels, The Site, colleges 2/25/2021 3:11 PM

57 It's small 2/25/2021 3:07 PM

58 Proximity to outdoors 2/25/2021 2:12 PM

59 Surrounding outdoor activities 2/25/2021 12:03 PM

60 We love the river, it's so nice having water running through town. 2/25/2021 9:25 AM

61 The small town feel 2/25/2021 8:53 AM

62 Proximity to Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc. 2/25/2021 7:25 AM

63 People of all walks of life are respected. I came from a university town. If you didn't have a PhD after your name,nobody wanted to listen to you. Here we had a housewife (Ida Hardcastle) who did a great job on the City Counsel.

2/25/2021 6:51 AM

64 River area. Downtown businesses. Iconic watertower. 2/25/2021 6:27 AM

65 Access to both rural living and city amenities 2/24/2021 9:11 PM

66 The cultural opportunities for a relatively low population size 2/24/2021 8:10 PM


68 Thriving nonprofit community that enhances quality of life and access to that quality for those on the margins 2/24/2021 6:08 PM

69 The small town feel 2/24/2021 5:54 PM

70 The sense of Home 2/24/2021 5:14 PM


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71 It is a Safe place to raise my family. 2/24/2021 4:47 PM

72 The Snake River 2/24/2021 4:19 PM

73 The Idaho Falls Public Library is an amazing resource for our community - I would love to see more investment in itand its programs

2/24/2021 4:01 PM

74 The summers are beautiful and there are several nice running/walking/biking paths near me. 2/24/2021 2:23 PM

75 Open space feel 2/24/2021 12:34 PM

76 The overall safe feeling and ease of life 2/24/2021 11:56 AM

77 Low crime rate 2/24/2021 11:39 AM

78 the parks and paths 2/24/2021 11:33 AM

79 I love that the town is still small enough for individual citizens' voices to be heard by city government. 2/24/2021 8:54 AM

80 Lots of natural beauty around 2/24/2021 8:14 AM

81 The safety 2/24/2021 7:50 AM

82 Safety 2/24/2021 7:28 AM


84 Was quiet 2/24/2021 6:14 AM

85 the parks 2/24/2021 5:40 AM

86 Great location for accessing world class outdoor recreation within a couple hours in pretty much all directions 2/24/2021 12:56 AM

87 It’s a real town with historic charactet and friendly folks 2/24/2021 12:06 AM

88 As Idaho Falls serves as a hub for surrounding and rural communities, we have access to a lot of amenities a townour size would not normally have.

2/23/2021 11:06 PM

89 The small town feel. 2/23/2021 10:25 PM

90 Small town feel 2/23/2021 9:10 PM

91 Strong Christian values 2/23/2021 8:45 PM

92 Close to outdoor activities 2/23/2021 8:40 PM

93 Close to store and park 2/23/2021 6:14 PM

94 Easy place to live, small, but not too small 2/23/2021 5:27 PM

95 everything except winter 2/23/2021 4:45 PM

96 It isn't too big 2/23/2021 4:37 PM

97 Location 2/23/2021 4:19 PM

98 Playing golf with family on city golf courses. 2/23/2021 3:54 PM


1 The culture, small town feel 4/15/2021 2:59 PM

2 The sites 4/11/2021 11:07 AM

3 My neighborhood is mostly quiet; street is not a through-street 4/7/2021 3:27 PM

4 Great library, used a lot while my sons were growing up. 4/6/2021 10:31 PM

5 Safety of the community 4/6/2021 9:22 PM

6 Nice small town feel. Everything is within a 15 minute drive 4/6/2021 8:37 PM

7 Low crime 4/6/2021 7:44 PM

8 Friendly community 4/6/2021 6:24 PM

9 Greenbelt 4/6/2021 6:18 PM

10 Japanese Garden 4/6/2021 12:30 PM

11 It’s a nice community 4/6/2021 10:17 AM


13 Most people share the same values and ideals. People are fairly kind and look out for one another 4/5/2021 9:31 PM

14 It is conservative and family oriented 3/31/2021 1:42 PM

15 Everything is so close to each other. 3/31/2021 10:57 AM

16 Location 3/29/2021 10:17 AM


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17 I love the people 3/26/2021 9:29 PM

18 friendly people 3/26/2021 2:34 PM

19 Low power rates. Feeling of community 3/25/2021 10:41 AM

20 Access to leaders who make decisions. 3/24/2021 3:35 PM

21 People are Friendly 3/24/2021 11:04 AM

22 Quiet but plenty to do 3/23/2021 4:43 PM

23 The small town culture, friendly atmosphere and safer surroundings for my family. 3/23/2021 9:18 AM

24 Did used to love that it was a smaller less populated city 3/22/2021 10:22 AM

25 The small town feel. Less traffic than bigger cities, parks, greenbelt 3/21/2021 11:53 AM

26 Outdoor opportunity 3/20/2021 10:21 PM

27 I like the size, the close region is my hometown, the river, the conservative values, unique history, INL helps city inmy ways.

3/20/2021 1:22 AM

28 Close to nearby outdoor destinations (Tetons, Sun Valley, Yellowstone) 3/19/2021 4:48 PM

29 Its small town feel. Commitment to parks, recreation and quality of life. 3/19/2021 2:57 AM

30 Family friendly 3/18/2021 10:36 PM

31 Close community 3/18/2021 10:10 PM

32 Good mix of indoor entertainment with available outdoor activities. 3/18/2021 9:30 PM

33 Small government that leaves people alone! 3/18/2021 6:54 PM

34 How close we are to nature 3/18/2021 10:50 AM

35 That is still safe 3/16/2021 1:54 PM

36 The beauty especially the river. Sense of community. 3/16/2021 11:01 AM

37 The quietness 3/15/2021 10:05 PM

38 Besides housing, low cast of living 3/15/2021 4:43 PM

39 It is smaller but not isolated. 3/15/2021 3:42 PM

40 ‘A river runs through it” and all the treees! 3/13/2021 6:20 PM

41 Needs filled without driving too far. Diversity in businesses. 3/12/2021 9:02 PM

42 The museums, green belt, McDermott Field, the upcoming events center, downtown, River, proximity to outdoortreasures

3/12/2021 3:11 PM

43 Big enough for diversity with a hometown feel 3/12/2021 2:04 PM

44 So close to mountains 3/12/2021 12:59 PM


46 Fresh air/quiet living. 3/12/2021 10:55 AM

47 The feeling of community and that people help each other and are nice to each other. 3/12/2021 10:50 AM

48 The location 3/12/2021 9:17 AM

49 The size of the city and how close we are to the mountains and rivers. 3/12/2021 9:02 AM

50 How close we are to great outdoor activities/weather/family 3/12/2021 8:57 AM

51 Plenty of family activities 3/12/2021 8:47 AM

52 I love the location in eastern idaho. 3/12/2021 8:43 AM

53 Fairly close to the mountains & the activities those provide 3/12/2021 8:16 AM

54 Small town but lots to do. Born and raised. 3/12/2021 8:11 AM

55 Ease of life, community feeling, parks, museum, downtown and symphony 3/12/2021 8:06 AM

56 How big it is, and the opportunities available. 3/11/2021 7:25 PM

57 Low Housing Prices / Safety 3/11/2021 1:29 PM

58 Small town feel with bigger city amenities 3/11/2021 11:58 AM

59 Home town feel 3/11/2021 11:57 AM

60 I feel safe 3/10/2021 5:35 PM

61 The scenery 3/10/2021 1:52 PM


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62 Affordibility 3/10/2021 8:44 AM

63 being close to outdoor activities 3/10/2021 8:35 AM

64 Low traffic 3/9/2021 7:47 PM

65 Home town community 3/9/2021 7:45 PM

66 The feeling of belonging to a community 3/9/2021 4:24 PM

67 Americana 3/9/2021 2:20 PM


69 It is just the right size and is close to so many outdoor experiences 3/9/2021 10:42 AM

70 All the green areas 3/9/2021 10:17 AM

71 Conservative political values 3/9/2021 9:48 AM

72 it doesn't take long to get anywhere 3/9/2021 9:44 AM

73 Lower crime 3/9/2021 9:42 AM

74 Born and raised here/family roots 3/9/2021 9:41 AM

75 It used to be the small town feel. 3/9/2021 9:15 AM

76 closeness to outdoor activities 3/5/2021 8:19 AM

77 Location and smaller town feel 3/4/2021 8:49 PM

78 The feel of the town 3/4/2021 2:04 PM

79 How close the mountains are and the natural beauty nature has to offer. 3/4/2021 1:34 PM

80 People I have associated with over the years. 3/4/2021 12:10 PM

81 Proximity to wilderness 3/3/2021 6:18 PM

82 Access to nature 3/3/2021 5:21 PM

83 The green belt 3/3/2021 1:10 PM

84 community 3/3/2021 12:56 PM

85 It’s small 3/3/2021 8:06 AM

86 Inexpensive utilities and property taxes 3/3/2021 5:26 AM

87 Family 3/2/2021 8:51 PM

88 Small Town Feel 3/2/2021 9:53 AM

89 The downtown area and greenbelt 3/2/2021 8:12 AM

90 Downtown restaurants, bars and entertainment 3/2/2021 5:05 AM

91 It WAS a great small town. 3/1/2021 10:44 PM

92 Low crime rate 3/1/2021 10:29 PM

93 I enjoy the town itself. I also enjoy the access to so many outdoors activities in the area. 2/28/2021 1:14 PM

94 Safety 2/28/2021 11:31 AM

95 The people 2/27/2021 11:07 AM

96 Variety of shopping opportunities especially for food and clothes 2/26/2021 4:06 PM

97 It’sa good sized town 2/26/2021 3:12 PM

98 the character 2/26/2021 10:38 AM

99 Being close to family, friends and fishing 2/26/2021 10:20 AM

100 Great People in all walks of life working to improve community 2/26/2021 10:15 AM

101 Cost 2/26/2021 9:25 AM

102 Memories of growing up here. 2/26/2021 8:27 AM


104 It's a safe place to live 2/25/2021 6:11 PM

105 small town close to great outdoor activities 2/25/2021 5:48 PM

106 The beautiful scenery 2/25/2021 5:11 PM

107 Access to so many parks and playgrounds 2/25/2021 4:45 PM

108 Nearly everything is here, with a small town atmosphere 2/25/2021 4:20 PM


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109 Still reminds me of small town Idaho 2/25/2021 1:29 PM

110 great weather for four seasons 2/25/2021 12:27 PM

111 If you need an item to ship for most likely some vendor would have it 2/25/2021 12:25 PM

112 Outdoor recreation nearby 2/25/2021 10:26 AM

113 The people. I've found a community of friends here that I haven't in the other places I have lived. 2/25/2021 9:54 AM

114 Outdoors 2/25/2021 9:10 AM

115 Stable people. 2/25/2021 12:59 AM

116 Lots of tennis courts 2/25/2021 12:02 AM

117 - 2/24/2021 10:29 PM

118 The library 2/24/2021 10:09 PM

119 Most everyone in this town is a good person. Its hard to find a community like ours anymore. I'm greatful 2/24/2021 9:44 PM

120 Generally low cost of living 2/24/2021 9:43 PM

121 Affordable living and many opportunities to be involved in social community activities. 2/24/2021 9:40 PM

122 The outdoor activities at the river and down town. 2/24/2021 9:24 PM

123 I grew up here, so it’s home. Part of this is the close access to outdoor recreation. I’ve always enjoyed the “smaller”feel that IF has.

2/24/2021 9:22 PM

124 Conservative freedom loving citizens 2/24/2021 8:55 PM

125 It's close to many outdoor activities 2/24/2021 8:25 PM

126 The smaller city feel, and the lower crime rate for major crimes. With growth comes more crime, and not just moreminor crimes, but rather more major crime. The lack of is one of the most attractive points of living here. I feel like Ican raise my family safely.

2/24/2021 8:14 PM

127 Safe place to raise a family 2/24/2021 7:58 PM

128 The water tower and history. The river and proximity to nature. 2/24/2021 5:34 PM

129 Cost of living 2/24/2021 5:30 PM


131 Most of my family lives here 2/24/2021 4:07 PM

132 Close to National Park & outdoor activities 2/24/2021 3:59 PM

133 Close to nature 2/24/2021 3:57 PM

134 All the food options. 2/24/2021 3:34 PM

135 Relative safety, friendly neighbors 2/24/2021 2:40 PM

136 Proximity to Yellowstone, Jackson, Sun Valley, SLC 2/24/2021 1:34 PM

137 Home town 2/24/2021 1:11 PM

138 Everything I need is within a few miles. 2/24/2021 1:10 PM

139 People in Idaho Falls. In my circle of influence, they're very kind. 2/24/2021 12:51 PM

140 Still had a small town feel. 2/24/2021 12:07 PM

141 Ease of access to shopping and activities 2/24/2021 12:01 PM

142 It's a small town with plenty of restaurant options 2/24/2021 11:58 AM

143 The parks and the river. Downtown. 2/24/2021 11:34 AM

144 The "innocence"...it seems like it's more personal here, like you're more of a person than in a larger cities. 2/24/2021 11:15 AM


146 Can do anything within an hour drive 2/24/2021 10:31 AM

147 Lots of big parks 2/24/2021 10:29 AM

148 It use to be the small town feel. The local eateries. 2/24/2021 10:19 AM

149 I love the people, generally they are very kind. 2/24/2021 9:51 AM

150 The Greenbelt!!! I love a safe outdoor space to enjoy being outside here year round 2/24/2021 9:31 AM

151 How close everything is. 2/24/2021 9:26 AM



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153 It feels like a community 2/24/2021 8:44 AM

154 The small community 2/24/2021 8:33 AM

155 Family community 2/24/2021 8:08 AM


157 It’s family friendly 2/24/2021 7:09 AM

158 Summer activities but there is getting to be way too many people 2/24/2021 6:47 AM

159 River 2/24/2021 2:38 AM

160 The people 2/23/2021 11:09 PM

161 While we're growing were just out of the small town phase 2/23/2021 11:01 PM

162 Low traffic 2/23/2021 9:54 PM

163 The homey feeling 2/23/2021 9:51 PM

164 Small town feel close by 2/23/2021 9:49 PM

165 The people 2/23/2021 9:27 PM

166 Still small enough to be safe with little crime activity. 2/23/2021 8:38 PM

167 The falls! The river walk 2/23/2021 8:07 PM

168 The slower pace 2/23/2021 7:49 PM

169 Balance of size and things to do/places to shop, go, ect (big city lots to do but hard to go anywhere with to manypeople vs small city less things to do, shop, see, ect)

2/23/2021 7:19 PM

170 Museum and Greenbelt 2/23/2021 7:14 PM

171 Because I grew up here. Its home 2/23/2021 7:10 PM


173 Small town close to amazing destinations 2/23/2021 6:53 PM

174 Good community and parks 2/23/2021 6:41 PM

175 Community 2/23/2021 6:12 PM

176 Smaller Town Feel even though it is growing 2/23/2021 6:04 PM

177 Summer 2/23/2021 5:48 PM

178 Cost 2/23/2021 5:36 PM

179 The size 2/23/2021 5:14 PM

180 The scenery 2/23/2021 5:14 PM

181 The nice people 2/23/2021 5:03 PM

182 Being close to mountains and outdoor activities 2/23/2021 5:02 PM

183 That it was a small town. Safe and clean. 2/23/2021 4:13 PM

184 The Zoo 2/23/2021 4:13 PM

185 Green belt 2/23/2021 3:59 PM

186 Lots to do with kids 2/23/2021 3:58 PM

187 I live all the interesting restaurants and neat little shops. 2/23/2021 3:45 PM

188 Nothing 2/23/2021 3:43 PM

189 The city has lots of parks and is well maintained. 2/23/2021 3:42 PM

190 The small community and safe environment 2/23/2021 3:38 PM

191 Greenbelt 2/23/2021 3:38 PM


1 Smaller city living 4/16/2021 7:17 AM

2 The greenbelt and the beautification that has been done 4/13/2021 2:29 PM

3 The cultural activities - theaters, Museum of Idaho, IF Symphony, greenbelt concerts 4/11/2021 11:21 AM


5 Historic downtown area around the river 4/7/2021 5:53 AM

6 Extraordinary amenities for its size 4/6/2021 6:22 PM


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7 Being in a free state where the government answers to the people 4/6/2021 6:17 PM

8 The amount of people is low 4/6/2021 6:09 PM

9 River walk way and green parks 4/5/2021 9:34 PM

10 River 4/1/2021 4:45 PM

11 It’s got lots of beautiful nature 3/31/2021 11:11 AM

12 Proximity to outdoor activities. Still has a small town feel. 3/30/2021 2:27 PM

13 Kind people, not a big city 3/27/2021 1:48 AM

14 Safe 3/26/2021 12:04 AM

15 Still some areas that feel rural - small townish 3/23/2021 7:37 AM

16 The convenience and how close we are to the mountains 3/22/2021 11:57 AM

17 Relatively safe 3/22/2021 9:12 AM

18 Clean, modern 3/21/2021 5:58 PM

19 The west side is less congested than the rest of town 3/21/2021 8:49 AM

20 IF is a relatively quiet, comfortable, laid back, and safe town where we have more amenities available to us than atown our size should have. We are blessed!

3/20/2021 10:40 PM

21 The diversity of buisiness 3/19/2021 10:39 PM

22 How small it Is 3/19/2021 6:28 AM

23 People 3/17/2021 2:05 PM

24 It's close to what I like to do outdoors 3/15/2021 7:38 PM

25 I was born and raised here 3/15/2021 4:09 PM

26 I don’t 3/15/2021 3:25 PM

27 It's beautiful and well taken care of 3/15/2021 3:24 PM

28 The parks, zoo, river walk, basically city provided outdoor space. 3/13/2021 4:25 PM

29 Lots of space between houses. 3/12/2021 1:26 PM

30 The public areas are very nice 3/12/2021 11:31 AM

31 The kind people, but sadly that’s changing as we get more people 3/12/2021 8:14 AM

32 the greenbelt 3/11/2021 2:49 PM

33 The great people here 3/11/2021 12:20 PM

34 Before growth it was not a bad place to live. 3/11/2021 12:11 PM

35 That it was small town, but yet had what I need it 3/11/2021 11:45 AM

36 Beautiful summers 3/11/2021 11:29 AM

37 Easy access to recreation 3/10/2021 7:55 PM

38 Smaller town, many Christians 3/10/2021 6:24 PM

39 this is where my family is 3/10/2021 5:39 PM


41 That people are generally polite. 3/10/2021 4:25 PM

42 Walking paths 3/10/2021 3:43 PM

43 Good happy feel most of the time, beautiful! 3/10/2021 3:21 PM

44 Not too huge and conjested. 3/10/2021 3:08 PM

45 It has great museum, library, parks, zoo, funland, and restaurants 3/10/2021 3:06 PM

46 Community 3/10/2021 2:51 PM

47 People 3/10/2021 2:47 PM

48 Great place for Families 3/10/2021 2:32 PM

49 The small town feel, with plenty to do. 3/10/2021 1:03 PM

50 The westside 3/10/2021 5:17 AM

51 We have the amenities of a large city with a small town feel. 3/9/2021 6:39 PM

52 Low crime 3/9/2021 4:32 PM


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53 Na 3/9/2021 3:24 PM

54 Small city with the basics of what my family needs 3/9/2021 3:01 PM

55 Shopping 3/9/2021 2:38 PM

56 smaller town feel 3/9/2021 1:32 PM


58 Haven't decided. 3/9/2021 9:21 AM

59 Still safe, beautiful area, the people 3/5/2021 10:53 AM

60 People are friendly. 3/4/2021 1:47 AM

61 The river and walking paths 3/3/2021 11:54 AM

62 Green belt 3/2/2021 7:10 PM

63 I love Idaho and surounding areas, Idaho Falls is the best place for us. 3/1/2021 8:01 AM

64 Access to the outdoors. Big enough to have everything I want with out the traffic of Boise. 2/28/2021 6:54 AM

65 Great community 2/27/2021 12:33 PM

66 proximity to outdoor activities 2/26/2021 5:08 PM

67 Low crime rates 2/25/2021 11:31 PM

68 The greenbelt 2/25/2021 10:20 PM

69 The ability to have your own space 2/25/2021 8:26 PM

70 Safe 2/25/2021 7:02 PM

71 The amazing farms and fields 2/25/2021 12:22 PM

72 It’s nice safe and convenient 2/25/2021 8:06 AM

73 Family 2/24/2021 8:46 PM

74 The restaurants & community. 2/24/2021 8:25 PM


76 You can obtain a wholesome family -oriented experience for kids 2/24/2021 6:25 PM

77 Being close to amenities and close to nature at the same time 2/24/2021 6:00 PM

78 Was cost of living but thats out the window. Might move to lower tax city nearby. 2/24/2021 4:53 PM

79 Low crime and close to my Family. Small town with big heart. I have everything I need without being overwhelmedwith everything.

2/24/2021 2:08 PM

80 Low crime rate. 2/24/2021 1:02 PM

81 Reasonable size city with technical work and access to the great outdoors 2/24/2021 11:14 AM

82 Close to family. 2/24/2021 10:54 AM

83 The smaller town feel 2/24/2021 8:38 AM

84 I love the small town feel with access to bigger city options 2/24/2021 7:23 AM

85 Near national parks 2/24/2021 7:10 AM

86 The connectivity of the residents 2/24/2021 6:53 AM

87 Target 2/24/2021 5:57 AM

88 Everything 2/24/2021 5:37 AM

89 Size 2/24/2021 4:42 AM

90 In comparison to other areas in the nation, Idaho Falls is a relatively safe place to live and people are open andfriendly.

2/24/2021 3:51 AM

91 Conservative family values 2/24/2021 3:06 AM

92 Water falls on the river and 4th of July festivities (except when the 4th is on a Sunday and the activities are movedto a different day)

2/24/2021 2:03 AM

93 Lower crime rates, illegal drugs aren’t legal 2/24/2021 12:05 AM


95 Beautiful 2/23/2021 11:11 PM

96 proximity to national parks 2/23/2021 11:04 PM

97 COSTCO 2/23/2021 10:54 PM


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98 The people 2/23/2021 10:38 PM

99 access to outdoor recreation 2/23/2021 10:28 PM

100 I love that I can know my neighbors. 2/23/2021 10:19 PM


102 Safety from worldly influences 2/23/2021 9:28 PM

103 Stability of economy 2/23/2021 9:12 PM

104 The available businesses in the area. 2/23/2021 9:02 PM

105 Size and sense of community 2/23/2021 8:37 PM

106 Its size. Any bigger and im tempted to leave 2/23/2021 7:08 PM

107 close to outdoor recreational activities 2/23/2021 7:06 PM

108 Opportunities to entertain myself and others 2/23/2021 6:50 PM

109 Small town feel, conservative values 2/23/2021 6:49 PM

110 Friendly community 2/23/2021 6:36 PM

111 The 2/23/2021 6:10 PM

112 The river 2/23/2021 6:03 PM

113 The people. You can’t beat em! 2/23/2021 6:00 PM

114 Relatively cheaper cost of living vs other markets 2/23/2021 5:37 PM

115 The green belt 2/23/2021 5:33 PM

116 I love living on the west side where it is quieter. 2/23/2021 5:29 PM

117 I was born and raised here and my roots run very deep 2/23/2021 5:16 PM

118 Small city 2/23/2021 4:52 PM

119 It’s not too big yet 2/23/2021 4:23 PM

120 Everything is fairly close 2/23/2021 4:15 PM

121 The closeness to places like Jackson and Yellowstone 2/23/2021 4:10 PM

122 Great people 2/23/2021 4:05 PM

123 Access to the outdoors 2/23/2021 3:44 PM

124 Having the country living feel while still having everything close by. 2/23/2021 3:35 PM


1 Downtown 4/12/2021 10:02 PM

2 The people 4/6/2021 10:19 PM


4 Not a big city 4/6/2021 6:16 PM

5 Smaller community 4/5/2021 10:02 PM

6 Lots of amenities for a town this size. 4/1/2021 9:07 PM

7 The scenery 3/31/2021 11:07 AM

8 Living downtown 3/31/2021 7:17 AM

9 I love living downtown. Bring close to work, green belt, amenities, etc 3/31/2021 7:17 AM

10 The Greenbelt is the city's gem and I love the spaces it hosts. 3/25/2021 11:29 PM

11 Historic downtown, the greenbelt 3/25/2021 6:01 PM

12 Affordable cost of living 3/24/2021 4:34 PM


14 * 3/18/2021 3:08 PM

15 Family friendly 3/17/2021 12:08 AM

16 Living near many opportunities for outdoor recreation 3/16/2021 10:30 PM

17 The smallness of it. 3/16/2021 9:57 PM

18 Clean and safe 3/15/2021 3:24 PM


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19 Small town with everything I need: schools, hospitals, shopping (I do most online, so there is little need for storeshere).

3/12/2021 5:53 PM

20 Beautiful City 3/12/2021 8:54 AM

21 The sense of community, local restaurants, proximity to camping and hiking 3/12/2021 8:05 AM

22 Access to outdoors/green best/fresh air 3/10/2021 2:30 PM

23 Cost of living 3/10/2021 6:51 AM

24 Close to National Parks and outdoor opportunities 3/9/2021 7:05 PM

25 the people 3/9/2021 1:56 PM

26 CLEAN AND QUIET 3/9/2021 11:16 AM

27 La gente 3/9/2021 10:29 AM

28 Faith based communities 3/6/2021 6:07 AM

29 Safety, access to recreation 3/1/2021 7:16 PM

30 the small town flavor which has rapidly disappeared in the last few years 2/28/2021 7:17 PM

31 Friendliness 2/27/2021 1:04 PM

32 beautiful summer weather 2/27/2021 12:56 PM

33 Summer activities and low cost family activities. Broadway and United way events 2/26/2021 11:13 AM

34 Close to nature and only a day drive (Yellowstone, Jackson, Palisades, mountains) 2/25/2021 8:36 PM

35 community atmosphere 2/25/2021 2:19 PM

36 The people and the river 2/25/2021 10:43 AM

37 welcoming atmosphere 2/25/2021 8:42 AM

38 Access to outdoor recreation around IF 2/25/2021 8:29 AM

39 Cheaper housing 2/24/2021 10:23 PM

40 Feeling like I live out in the country. 2/24/2021 10:20 PM

41 Small town feel. Big town amenities 2/24/2021 8:50 PM

42 The safety I feel 2/24/2021 7:59 PM

43 Competent City Government, including Idaho Falls Power 2/24/2021 7:05 PM

44 Smaller community 2/24/2021 6:28 PM


46 I love the great outdoor activities around me. 2/24/2021 3:11 PM

47 Access to conveniences and nature 2/24/2021 1:53 PM

48 downtown theater 2/24/2021 1:05 PM

49 Small town feel with a lot of the bigger city ammenities 2/24/2021 12:58 PM

50 The small town community and the outdoor recreation nearby. 2/24/2021 11:29 AM

51 I was born and raised farming, I’ve always loved the small town care that everyone gives one another. 2/24/2021 11:02 AM

52 Safety, friendliness, unrushed 2/24/2021 8:38 AM

53 It was a small town when i moved here 2/24/2021 8:32 AM

54 It's relatively high level of observing individual rights and keeping government intrusion down. 2/24/2021 8:14 AM

55 The beauty of the River 2/24/2021 7:40 AM

56 Proximity to outdoor recreation activities 2/24/2021 7:40 AM

57 The river/greenbelt 2/23/2021 11:12 PM

58 Close to outdoor activities. Downtown is amazing and getting better. 2/23/2021 10:25 PM

59 I love the green belt. 2/23/2021 9:09 PM

60 Small town feel with good amenities 2/23/2021 8:57 PM

61 the area 2/23/2021 8:32 PM

62 The greenbelt and living close to the river 2/23/2021 7:15 PM

63 I love being in a city that is so tech oriented but also maintains the small town feel 2/23/2021 6:36 PM

64 The closeness to nature and green spaces 2/23/2021 6:26 PM


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65 The community as a whole is trying. 2/23/2021 6:14 PM

66 The greenbelt and other green spaces 2/23/2021 5:02 PM

67 We have a wonderful parks system for a city of our size. Tauphaus, Freeman, the Green Belt are all wonderfulresources.

2/23/2021 4:51 PM


69 People 2/23/2021 3:40 PM


1 Small town feeling 4/15/2021 4:17 PM

2 Close to a lot of outdoor activities. 4/11/2021 4:52 PM

3 Outdoors 4/11/2021 3:26 PM

4 Accessibility to the outdoors 4/8/2021 8:14 PM

5 Small Town 4/7/2021 1:29 PM

6 Small Town 4/7/2021 1:19 PM

7 genuine effort to have more offerings in the arts and humanities 4/7/2021 10:13 AM

8 When it was smaller 4/6/2021 10:53 PM

9 Still has a bit of a rural feel with fields but that is quickly disappearing. 4/6/2021 10:21 PM

10 Greenbelt 4/6/2021 10:19 PM

11 Nothing 4/6/2021 10:17 PM

12 Everything I have lived here for 67 years 4/6/2021 7:39 PM

13 The people are very nice. Close to mountains 4/6/2021 11:40 AM

14 Family-centered culture 4/6/2021 8:02 AM

15 The amazing people. Amenities close. 4/5/2021 10:13 PM

16 Safe schools, smaller classrooms, small town feel, down to earth people 4/1/2021 11:26 PM

17 Prominent family values 4/1/2021 8:41 PM


19 Low crime, conservative values 4/1/2021 7:10 PM

20 I have all that I need here. 4/1/2021 1:48 PM

21 The beautiful neighborhoods and buildings, the shopping and entertainment areas. 3/31/2021 1:52 PM

22 Low crime 3/31/2021 10:01 AM

23 Safe 3/23/2021 11:24 AM

24 Close to outdoors. 3/23/2021 10:33 AM

25 It doesn’t feel like a big city 3/23/2021 9:16 AM

26 Fourth of July (pre-2020) 3/22/2021 3:03 PM

27 The community, the close proximity to beautiful places and things to do, the cost of living 3/20/2021 10:15 AM

28 The community atmosphere 3/18/2021 5:36 PM


30 community feel 3/16/2021 2:27 PM

31 Parks & Greenbelt 3/16/2021 2:25 PM

32 Safety 3/15/2021 3:24 PM

33 Not much traffic 3/15/2021 3:02 PM

34 Not as crowded as where I grew up 3/12/2021 9:57 PM

35 Everything 3/12/2021 8:39 PM

36 Decent overall 3/12/2021 8:06 PM

37 The community looks out for each other 3/12/2021 8:54 AM

38 Being Raised Here 3/11/2021 7:41 PM

39 The small city feel 3/11/2021 3:58 PM

40 The culture of being a safe family environment. 3/11/2021 12:31 PM


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41 Close to Outdoor Activities 3/9/2021 1:22 PM

42 Close to outdoor activities 3/9/2021 11:04 AM


44 Safety 3/6/2021 8:16 AM

45 How close Everything is located 3/4/2021 12:28 PM

46 Not a big city, but not a small town. Perfect balance between the two 3/3/2021 8:13 PM

47 I love the people 3/3/2021 8:10 AM

48 We feel pretty safe. 3/2/2021 3:23 PM

49 It's peaceful, generally safe, my neighbors are wonderful and our neighborhood is beautiful. 3/1/2021 9:01 PM


51 The closeness of outdoor activities and nature 2/28/2021 1:31 PM

52 Nothing 2/28/2021 7:00 AM

53 Proximity to the outdoors 2/27/2021 10:33 AM

54 Small town feeling 2/27/2021 8:23 AM

55 The greenbelt, good shopping, a variety of activities 2/26/2021 1:01 PM

56 Green Belt 2/25/2021 11:34 PM

57 Safe for families 2/25/2021 5:43 PM

58 community feel 2/25/2021 3:55 PM

59 Size of town and pretty safe area 2/25/2021 3:41 PM

60 Good parks 2/25/2021 11:56 AM

61 Greenbelt / green spaces 2/25/2021 11:36 AM

62 The summers are nice however short 2/25/2021 10:42 AM

63 My friends 2/25/2021 8:16 AM

64 Small town feel but plenty of shopping options 2/25/2021 6:06 AM

65 How small it used to be 2/25/2021 1:32 AM

66 I love the convenience, city size, and the fact that it’s not a hassle to run errands and meet up with friends. L lovebeing close to good XC skiing and cycling

2/24/2021 10:53 PM

67 Smallish town feel 2/24/2021 10:51 PM

68 The comfort and security. 2/24/2021 10:39 PM

69 That it provides good, professional jobs but it's a small, quiet, safe, city. That's unique. 2/24/2021 9:20 PM

70 Less traffic 2/24/2021 7:13 PM

71 Ease of getting around the area 2/24/2021 7:07 PM

72 The beauty of Idaho Falls High School and INL. 2/24/2021 6:55 PM

73 Idaho Falls High School! 2/24/2021 6:55 PM

74 Safe, clean, growth potential, location relative to outdoors 2/24/2021 5:45 PM

75 the proximity to outdoor activities (hiking, skiing) 2/24/2021 4:37 PM

76 Small town feel with larger town amenities 2/24/2021 3:50 PM

77 I used to love the small town feel, not anymore. 2/24/2021 3:27 PM

78 How friendly the community is. 2/24/2021 2:52 PM

79 Not small town but not a large city 2/24/2021 1:44 PM

80 Safety 2/24/2021 1:35 PM

81 The mountain area 2/24/2021 1:21 PM

82 Safety 2/24/2021 1:08 PM

83 That it’s a small city, people are/were generally friendly, down to earth and hard working 2/24/2021 12:56 PM

84 Relaxed atmosphere 2/24/2021 12:14 PM

85 The small town feel with the convenience of businesses being close. 2/24/2021 11:32 AM

86 Conservative values 2/24/2021 10:41 AM


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87 Location to outdoor activites 2/24/2021 9:53 AM

88 It’s big enough to have things available but still has a small town feel 2/24/2021 8:49 AM

89 Big town amenities with small town feel, kind people 2/24/2021 8:06 AM

90 I love the small town feel 2/24/2021 7:24 AM

91 The large population of Christians 2/24/2021 1:21 AM

92 The Greenbelt and Falls. 2/23/2021 11:54 PM


94 Cost of living and conservative principles. 2/23/2021 11:05 PM

95 Conservative family atmosphere 2/23/2021 10:34 PM

96 A small town that has everything. 2/23/2021 10:29 PM

97 My neighbors and neighborhood 2/23/2021 10:23 PM

98 Family friendly 2/23/2021 9:03 PM

99 The small town feel where it feels safe to raise a family. 2/23/2021 9:00 PM

100 N/A 2/23/2021 8:36 PM

101 I loved the greenbelt in summer 2/23/2021 8:30 PM

102 Small town feel, not a big city 2/23/2021 8:26 PM

103 Little traffic 2/23/2021 8:24 PM

104 The access to recreation 2/23/2021 8:20 PM

105 Outdoors 2/23/2021 8:17 PM


107 Small town feel, safer environment 2/23/2021 7:39 PM

108 Safe 2/23/2021 7:30 PM

109 It’s not liberal. 2/23/2021 6:33 PM

110 The family values 2/23/2021 6:31 PM

111 Safe small town feel 2/23/2021 6:12 PM

112 The people 2/23/2021 5:46 PM

113 Size of the toen 2/23/2021 5:32 PM

114 outdoor activities 2/23/2021 5:09 PM

115 good people 2/23/2021 5:03 PM

116 It USED to be the small town feel. 2/23/2021 5:01 PM

117 Feel safe 2/23/2021 4:57 PM

118 The size 2/23/2021 4:52 PM

119 Outdoors access, low cost and low traffic 2/23/2021 4:25 PM



122 Safety 2/23/2021 4:08 PM

123 The size. It is small enough to be close to most places, but big enough that has almost everything I need. 2/23/2021 3:54 PM


125 Conservative values 2/23/2021 3:35 PM

# [IN WHAT WAYS CAN GROWTH ENHANCE THE EXPERIENCE OF LIVING IN IDAHO FALLS? ] Q1: AREA 1 DATE

1 New jobs & new money to the local economy 4/15/2021 10:51 PM

2 Force the politicians to realize that we need to grow 4/9/2021 7:39 AM

3 Bringing diversity 4/8/2021 7:15 PM

4 economically enhance the community 4/6/2021 8:43 PM

5 Better work opportunity if more businesses came. 4/5/2021 9:00 PM

6 It can allow for greater connectivity opportunities 4/5/2021 11:42 AM

7 Development in and around downtown, as well as other cultural points in town. 3/31/2021 7:24 PM


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8 More activities such as cultural events and entertainment. 3/30/2021 2:32 PM

9 Improve diversity 3/29/2021 3:22 PM

10 Diversity and dilution of the conservative and predominantly LDS culture to one that is more balanced. I'm hopingwe're not just attracting radicals with our national media attention for being so anti-government, anti-LGBT, rabidperson liberties, anti masking, anti science... need I go on? If it weren't for the National Lab and the variety ofpeople it attracts to our area, I couldn't live here. I would suffocate.

3/26/2021 1:12 PM

11 Diversity of ideas and cultures 3/21/2021 4:32 PM

12 It won't 3/21/2021 2:20 PM

13 I don't think population growth is going to enhance the experience of living in Idaho Falls but providing infrastructureto accommodate that growth would make IF feel less cramped.

3/19/2021 10:27 PM

14 Making it more diverse in businesses and food. 3/19/2021 1:10 PM

15 Opportunities for more federal funding 3/18/2021 4:46 PM

16 It brings new people here 3/18/2021 3:22 PM

17 Public space 3/16/2021 6:34 PM

18 Better job opportunities 3/16/2021 3:10 PM

19 More diversity 3/15/2021 8:03 PM

20 More opportunities to do things with family and friends 3/15/2021 4:39 PM

21 I think the growth is ruining it. 3/15/2021 4:01 PM

22 It would bring more things to do and people in and would foster diversity so adults of all ages feel like it’s a moreenjoyable place to live and bring up their families.

3/12/2021 9:02 AM

23 Have more things to do. Love to see more splash pads/pools, dog parks, rec centers, and any type of things to doin the winter

3/12/2021 8:38 AM

24 more jobs 3/11/2021 10:21 PM

25 I see growth in Idaho Falls providing opportunities to the arts and culture here. An increase in growth can provide anincrease to funding to museums, live theaters, music venues, and artistic spaces.

3/11/2021 1:16 PM

26 New Business new opportunities 3/11/2021 11:58 AM

27 variety 3/11/2021 11:45 AM

28 none 3/11/2021 10:15 AM

29 Bringing new ideas to city planning, increasing cultural opportunities 3/10/2021 8:49 PM

30 Provide more activities for Families (museums, cultural arts, fun places to eat and play) 3/10/2021 8:46 AM

31 Diversity 3/10/2021 8:24 AM

32 More small businesses 3/9/2021 6:45 PM

33 If you build more safe routes for bicycles 3/9/2021 3:29 PM

34 Adds to diverse input 3/9/2021 3:24 PM

35 Measured growth can only inhance the economy. 3/9/2021 1:00 PM

36 I am opposed to extensive growth 3/8/2021 1:40 PM

37 Increased job opportunities. Diversity that hopefully would encourage more open minded thinking with the locals. Asplash of culture... maybe a music scene the town is so desperately lacking.

3/5/2021 7:12 AM

38 Potential to attract businesses 3/5/2021 7:10 AM

39 We are finally only 5 years behind the times instead of 15 years! 3/4/2021 11:50 PM

40 With growth comes a natural increase in revenue, which is positive for our common good. 3/4/2021 9:32 PM


42 Not sure on this one. Growth is making everything more expensive and congested so I'm not a big fan of the rapidgrowth.

3/2/2021 6:47 PM

43 Growth can bring diversity and experience to valued qualities of life that could benefit/preserve current desiredlifestyles.

3/1/2021 8:33 AM

44 Hs the potential to fund better education facilities 2/28/2021 8:04 AM

45 more things for kids to do 2/27/2021 9:00 AM

46 Growth will hopefully bring new ideas and fresh perspective. I think new demands in housing will probably see ashift in architecture (taller apartment complexes) and I'm curious to see how IF responds to that. Please do notmake it log-cabin-esque, I beg you! We're no longer a prairie town.

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47 Those who own businesses will get richer 2/26/2021 8:27 AM

48 More job opportunities and higher pay scale 2/26/2021 7:24 AM

49 Bringing in wider array of jobs 2/26/2021 4:09 AM

50 I love good restaurants and would always love more fun local places to eat and bring guests to 2/25/2021 8:46 PM

51 More Tax revenue,which will help with city up keep 2/25/2021 6:46 PM

52 More qualified and experienced people to get involved in community organizing, more diversity. 2/25/2021 6:17 PM

53 we loved it 2/25/2021 5:16 PM

54 More cultural diversity 2/25/2021 3:11 PM

55 Only negative impacts 2/25/2021 3:07 PM

56 Diversity 2/25/2021 2:12 PM

57 Encourage diversity. Enforce rules, laws, regulations. Stop hiding problems from the public. 2/25/2021 12:46 PM


59 I think the close minded conservative citizens of IF could benefit by being exposed to different types of people. 2/25/2021 9:25 AM

60 Economy and individuals growing collectively if done appropriately 2/25/2021 8:53 AM

61 Make cultural events and opportunities more likely 2/25/2021 7:25 AM

62 New people who move in bring new ideas. More job opportunities help families want to stay. 2/25/2021 6:51 AM

63 Diversity. 2/25/2021 6:27 AM

64 Big city opportunities such as good schools 2/24/2021 9:11 PM

65 More diversity and varied cultural experiences 2/24/2021 8:10 PM

66 We can develop a stronger technically skilled workforce 2/24/2021 6:30 PM

67 Diversity adds richness to the quality of life 2/24/2021 6:08 PM

68 We have all of the modern stores and technology 2/24/2021 5:14 PM

69 Diversity and culture 2/24/2021 4:47 PM

70 diversity and inclusion!! 2/24/2021 4:19 PM

71 Create more tax base to improve schools and public services 2/24/2021 4:01 PM

72 Can bring more businesses in and more jobs. 2/24/2021 2:23 PM

73 More opportunities and activities for locals 2/24/2021 12:34 PM

74 Growth can encourage more diversity in culture and restaurants. It'll also help bring in more high paying jobs whichwill help the city overall prosper more

2/24/2021 11:56 AM

75 Through proactive planning, the city can steer Idaho falls into a prosperous future for all. 2/24/2021 11:39 AM

76 More dining, shopping, diversity 2/24/2021 11:33 AM

77 Growth will mean more businesses, more jobs, and a more diverse and robust local economy. 2/24/2021 8:54 AM

78 More options for eating and shopping 2/24/2021 8:14 AM

79 More food options 2/24/2021 7:50 AM

80 Preserve history 2/24/2021 7:28 AM

81 Fix the roads 2/24/2021 6:57 AM

82 Traffic 2/24/2021 6:14 AM

83 growth has only made it worse so far- our neighborhood has seen more crime, and that is scary raising smallchildren.

2/24/2021 5:40 AM

84 Bring in more diversity of cultures, religion, ideas, etc. 2/24/2021 12:56 AM

85 Stop urban sprawl and build town according to the historic development standards. Promote traditional neighborhooddevelopment

2/24/2021 12:06 AM

86 More diversity, larger tax base, more opportunities for entertainment 2/23/2021 11:06 PM

87 More business opportunities. 2/23/2021 10:25 PM

88 Economic Growth 2/23/2021 9:10 PM

89 Growth is happening and I fear it will not enhance our city 2/23/2021 8:45 PM

90 More outside public space by the river 2/23/2021 8:40 PM

91 Build more indoor recreation facilities and support winter sports 2/23/2021 6:14 PM


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92 Bring tax money for needed amenities, such as a Rec Center and greenbelt development 2/23/2021 5:27 PM

93 none that I know of 2/23/2021 4:45 PM

94 More things open on Sunday 2/23/2021 4:19 PM

95 Increases cultural and recreation opportunities for families. 2/23/2021 3:54 PM


1 More opportunities with events, shopping, dining 4/15/2021 2:59 PM

2 not really sure 4/11/2021 11:07 AM

3 More restaurants, entertainment. 4/7/2021 3:27 PM

4 Year round ice rink. Public bus routes. 4/6/2021 10:31 PM

5 Growth brings more opportunities and more economic influence in the state 4/6/2021 9:22 PM

6 More business and better prices for airfare 4/6/2021 8:37 PM

7 More job opportunities, culture and entertainmen 4/6/2021 6:24 PM

8 More experience 4/6/2021 6:18 PM

9 Keep young people not just retirees from out of area. 4/6/2021 12:30 PM

10 More opportunities for jobs and more things to do 4/6/2021 10:17 AM

11 Better food and https://www.colorstreet.com/beckiwhitbeck options 4/5/2021 9:57 PM

12 As major changes don't change how good the communities already are. 4/5/2021 9:31 PM

13 Growing can give new opportunities and ideas that will help living experience. 3/31/2021 10:57 AM

14 More business, more opportunity and more entertainment. 3/29/2021 10:17 AM

15 More diversity and new ideas 3/26/2021 9:29 PM

16 bring new idea and diversity 3/26/2021 2:34 PM

17 Investment in restoring older areas like downtown to a new glory 3/25/2021 10:41 AM

18 Becoming a regional hub can bring in more investment and diversity into entertainment and cultural venues. 3/24/2021 3:35 PM

19 Bring in more business opportunities 3/24/2021 11:04 AM

20 More diverse things to do 3/23/2021 4:43 PM

21 More business/job opportunities 3/23/2021 9:18 AM

22 More people willing to make it Idaho Falls a wonderful place to live 3/21/2021 11:53 AM

23 More things to do as singles or family with no kids 3/20/2021 10:21 PM

24 more cultural activites as city grows. 3/20/2021 1:22 AM

25 Provide more parks and cultural opportunities 3/19/2021 4:48 PM

26 Diversifying the population. 3/19/2021 2:57 AM

27 Increased tax dollars 3/18/2021 10:36 PM

28 Housing must be addressed. Middle class is being priced out of single family homes 3/18/2021 9:30 PM

29 Letting the market dictate what happens. 3/18/2021 6:54 PM

30 Diversity 3/18/2021 3:34 PM

31 Acceptance in diversity, variety in businesses and people 3/18/2021 10:50 AM

32 It cannot 3/16/2021 1:54 PM

33 More things to do 3/16/2021 11:01 AM

34 Bring other cultures and religions 3/15/2021 10:05 PM

35 More entertainment/destinations 3/15/2021 4:43 PM

36 I am concerned about its growth. Current infrastructure does and will not support the rate in which the city isgrowing.

3/15/2021 3:42 PM

37 Providing more activities and material items 3/13/2021 6:20 PM

38 Perhaps more people to work....every where is short on nurses and laborers 3/12/2021 9:02 PM

39 Promote investment in downtown and innovation in building subdivisions 3/12/2021 3:11 PM

40 All it has brought is more crime and unaffordable housing 3/12/2021 11:18 AM

41 More diverse restaurants and things to do 3/12/2021 10:55 AM


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42 I think that getting more things to do in the city and community to be able to spend time outside with each other. 3/12/2021 10:50 AM

43 Diversity 3/12/2021 9:17 AM

44 More opportunities for jobs and activities 3/12/2021 9:02 AM

45 More businesses/more chances for kids to stay after grown 3/12/2021 8:57 AM

46 More opportunities to do things as a family. 3/12/2021 8:47 AM

47 I welcome diversity and I think growth can help expand diversity. 3/12/2021 8:43 AM

48 Diversity 3/12/2021 8:16 AM

49 More opportunities. 3/12/2021 8:11 AM

50 Diversity of thought, additional cultural opportunities 3/12/2021 8:06 AM

51 I don’t want it to grow too much. I would not like to see it look like Boise. 3/11/2021 7:25 PM

52 More homes / new outdoor activities 3/11/2021 1:29 PM

53 more opportunities for shopping and entertainment 3/11/2021 11:58 AM

54 More opportunities 3/11/2021 11:57 AM

55 keep criminals out 3/10/2021 5:35 PM

56 Keep it the same 3/10/2021 1:52 PM

57 More work opportunities 3/10/2021 8:44 AM

58 it can't. 3/10/2021 8:35 AM

59 Increased businesses 3/9/2021 7:47 PM

60 Proactively encourage new small business to provide affordable family activities - not keep growing Parks & Rec 3/9/2021 4:24 PM

61 Voter ID 3/9/2021 2:20 PM

62 More of everything, but more is not always better 3/9/2021 10:44 AM

63 I like the size of it just as it is 3/9/2021 10:42 AM

64 More cultures, more understanding 3/9/2021 10:17 AM

65 I don't believe it does 3/9/2021 9:48 AM

66 Maybe there would be better restaurants 3/9/2021 9:44 AM

67 Diversity is always welcome but it comes with a cost as well 3/9/2021 9:42 AM

68 More opportunities for people with different interests 3/9/2021 9:41 AM

69 More things to do. 3/9/2021 9:15 AM

70 A highway/ freeway to get from one side of town to the other without much stopping. This would highly increase thetraffic rate. Not get bottle neck like Boise as it’s growing.

3/8/2021 9:24 AM

71 cultural diversity, more to do, higher house value 3/5/2021 8:19 AM

72 None 3/4/2021 8:49 PM

73 Diversity 3/4/2021 2:04 PM

74 I think less fast food and more entertainment opportunity 3/4/2021 1:34 PM

75 Bring a variety of things to do and see. 3/4/2021 12:10 PM

76 Promoting the importance and protection of ecosystem services (ex. Aquifer, snake river, etc.) 3/3/2021 6:18 PM

77 More diverse options for food and culture 3/3/2021 5:21 PM

78 Diversity 3/3/2021 1:10 PM

79 more diversity 3/3/2021 12:56 PM

80 Growth is good, but with new homes and businesses must preserve space and money to allow for development ofparks, green spaces, walking paths, and all of the things that make living in a suburban area wonderful. The smalltown feel is inhibited when you cannot walk or bike anywhere unless you live right down town

3/3/2021 8:06 AM

81 More services 3/3/2021 5:26 AM

82 More entertainment opportunities 3/2/2021 8:51 PM

83 More/Higher paying jobs 3/2/2021 9:53 AM

84 More options and opportunities 3/2/2021 8:12 AM

85 Bring more diversity and opportunities 3/2/2021 5:05 AM

86 Growth only hurts what Idaho Falls had to offer 3/1/2021 10:44 PM


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87 Be more inclusive and encourage diversity 3/1/2021 10:29 PM

88 Growth will attract more of a diversity in shopping, eating, and entertainment in the area. 2/28/2021 1:14 PM

89 Better roads 2/28/2021 11:31 AM

90 Diversity 2/27/2021 11:07 AM

91 Hopefully growth will result in the city increasing opportunities for members of the community to gather for activitiesyear round

2/26/2021 4:06 PM

92 More things to do 2/26/2021 3:12 PM

93 more affordable family friend activities 2/26/2021 10:38 AM

94 By offering new vendors, restaurants and products 2/26/2021 10:20 AM

95 In the past it brought us things like symphony, choirs, expanded library etc. so new people can help build a strongercommunity

2/26/2021 10:15 AM

96 Diversity and expand bike and run paths 2/26/2021 9:25 AM

97 I’m not sure growth can enhance Idaho Falls. 2/26/2021 8:27 AM

98 Help the economy 2/25/2021 11:54 PM

99 More activities celebrating diversity (post-covid) 2/25/2021 6:11 PM

100 more entertainment in town 2/25/2021 5:48 PM

101 Not sure 2/25/2021 5:11 PM

102 Increase in diversity 2/25/2021 4:45 PM

103 More diverse businesses 2/25/2021 4:20 PM

104 More businesses meaning more jobs 2/25/2021 1:29 PM

105 diversity brings new ideas 2/25/2021 12:27 PM

106 At the moment they way Idaho Falls is, can’t think of anything 2/25/2021 12:25 PM

107 Give us more things to do, places to eat and places to go/shop at 2/25/2021 9:54 AM

108 Diversity 2/25/2021 9:10 AM

109 Better pay scale, more opportunities 2/25/2021 12:59 AM

110 More businesses and restaurants 2/25/2021 12:02 AM

111 - 2/24/2021 10:29 PM

112 I don’t think it enhances it. 2/24/2021 10:09 PM

113 We do not need anymore ppl moving inn. Idaho falls is at full capacity! 2/24/2021 9:44 PM

114 Improvements to already built areas can increase walkability and improve aesthetics 2/24/2021 9:43 PM

115 Ensure traffic flows don't get so bottleneck like Holmes and 14th or north woodruff at anderson. 2/24/2021 9:40 PM

116 Growth as in expansion? It will not enhance this area it will ruin it. 2/24/2021 9:24 PM

117 Growth may help create more infrastructure and ability to restore run-down areas of the city. 2/24/2021 9:22 PM

118 Job opportunities 2/24/2021 8:55 PM

119 More convenience 2/24/2021 8:25 PM

120 It can't. 2/24/2021 8:14 PM


122 Diversity 2/24/2021 5:34 PM

123 Bringing diversity 2/24/2021 5:30 PM

124 More money to our community 2/24/2021 4:37 PM

125 More diverse political views 2/24/2021 4:07 PM

126 NA 2/24/2021 3:59 PM

127 More jobs 2/24/2021 3:57 PM

128 Cheaper commodities. 2/24/2021 3:34 PM

129 I don't see much upside to thousands of Californians flooding Idaho Falls 2/24/2021 2:40 PM

130 Bring in New things for us to do in this town 2/24/2021 1:34 PM

131 The growth is ridiculous 2/24/2021 1:11 PM


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132 Keep doing what you are to improve it 2/24/2021 1:10 PM

133 It helps the company I work for, which indirectly improves my standard of living. 2/24/2021 12:51 PM

134 More jobs, more amenities, more cultural diversity. 2/24/2021 12:07 PM

135 Unless you resolve affordable housing and stop pushing native Idahoans out of communities we can't grow in aproductive way

2/24/2021 12:01 PM

136 More to do besides eating out, and out doors. ie concerts 2/24/2021 11:58 AM

137 Bring more diverse people. 2/24/2021 11:34 AM

138 Growth brings in diversity. 2/24/2021 11:15 AM

139 Not sure 2/24/2021 10:44 AM

140 Culture/money/business growth 2/24/2021 10:31 AM

141 can't to many people destroy are small home town feel and turns into big city and no housing 2/24/2021 10:29 AM

142 There are no ways growth can enhance the experience. 2/24/2021 10:19 AM

143 The more there is to do and see the more people will want to live here 2/24/2021 9:51 AM

144 A healthy economy is good for all, better healthcare, more resources 2/24/2021 9:31 AM

145 More things to do. 2/24/2021 9:26 AM

146 More diversity 2/24/2021 8:46 AM

147 Brings more diverse workers with skills 2/24/2021 8:44 AM

148 More affordable fun things to do in the area 2/24/2021 8:33 AM

149 Diversifying businesses. 2/24/2021 8:08 AM

150 New ideas, new experiences 2/24/2021 7:49 AM

151 More restaurants on the west side of town 2/24/2021 7:09 AM

152 So far the growth has brought nothing but problems 2/24/2021 6:47 AM

153 More development along river 2/24/2021 2:38 AM

154 It likely won't be positive if it isn't controlled. 2/23/2021 11:09 PM

155 Improved internet services in the work from home world means job opportunities are no longer geographicallyboundlonger

2/23/2021 11:01 PM

156 Higher paying jobs 2/23/2021 9:54 PM

157 More shopping places,more play places li mini golf and arcades 2/23/2021 9:51 PM

158 More opportunities and amenities 2/23/2021 9:49 PM

159 More sidewalks mean more association 2/23/2021 9:27 PM

160 Need to find a way to incorporate new growth into existing neighborhoods. Localizing restaurants so that they aren'tall in one location.

2/23/2021 8:38 PM

161 With growth diversity will happen. Bringing different lifestyles and different culture 2/23/2021 8:07 PM


163 More experiences and more businesses 2/23/2021 7:19 PM

164 More cultural diversity 2/23/2021 7:14 PM

165 Every town experiences growth, Idaho Falls is no different. Maybe the local government will realize it's 2021 and not1950 anymore.

2/23/2021 7:09 PM

166 Bring more diversity 2/23/2021 6:41 PM

167 Diversity 2/23/2021 6:12 PM

168 It can’t, with growth comes crime etc. only getting worse. 2/23/2021 6:05 PM

169 More Opportunities for New Business and Amenities 2/23/2021 6:04 PM

170 Revenue 2/23/2021 5:48 PM

171 More diversity in all things, business, restaurants,culture 2/23/2021 5:36 PM

172 It can't 2/23/2021 5:14 PM

173 More diversey in shopping experiences 2/23/2021 5:14 PM

174 More family activities 2/23/2021 5:03 PM

175 Growth can bring in tax $ to improve our city 2/23/2021 5:02 PM


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176 It can provide more things to do, entertainment. 2/23/2021 4:13 PM

177 ... 2/23/2021 4:13 PM

178 More opportunities for jobs and entertainment 2/23/2021 3:59 PM

179 More diversity bring more diverse amenities 2/23/2021 3:58 PM

180 Growth is a good thing. People bring business! Just make sure the small shops get business too! 2/23/2021 3:45 PM

181 Make it worse 2/23/2021 3:43 PM

182 Added walking and bike paths 2/23/2021 3:42 PM

183 New businesses and job opportunities 2/23/2021 3:38 PM

184 Less growth 2/23/2021 3:38 PM


1 Bringing in new and diverse businesses 4/13/2021 2:29 PM

2 More green spaces / parks on the west side of town. What ever happened to the splash pad in Reinhardt Park? 4/11/2021 11:21 AM

3 Better paying jobs 4/7/2021 6:48 PM

4 Diversity of the community 4/7/2021 5:53 AM

5 More diverse restaurants 4/6/2021 6:22 PM

6 It can't 4/6/2021 6:17 PM

7 It won’t 4/6/2021 6:09 PM

8 New Jobs and experiences 4/5/2021 9:34 PM

9 More business 4/1/2021 4:45 PM

10 Growth will bring in new business and things to do. I would love to have something more then swimming, watching amovie or bowling.

3/31/2021 11:11 AM

11 While I like the slower pace on the west side more retail options would be nice. 3/30/2021 2:27 PM

12 More job opportunities 3/27/2021 1:48 AM

13 . 3/26/2021 12:04 AM

14 Depends - what are the demographics of people moving in? 3/23/2021 7:37 AM



17 Diversify, more things for people to do 3/21/2021 5:58 PM

18 Not sure 3/21/2021 8:49 AM

19 Growth is always a two-edged-sword - it can bring more opportunities (my biggest hope is more well-paid/interestingjobs so maybe some of our kids will stay in IF or hopefully return to IF). But, it would be nice if weencouraged/invited more diversity in our city... We're pretty much completely "milk toast" (a very homogenouspopulation). Some cultural diversity could really improve our town.

3/20/2021 10:40 PM

20 More ways than can be listed here 3/19/2021 10:39 PM

21 More options on what to do 3/19/2021 6:28 AM

22 Opportunities 3/17/2021 2:05 PM

23 Job opportunities, cultural mixing and religious diversity, growing entertainment options 3/15/2021 7:38 PM

24 It can bring diversity 3/15/2021 4:09 PM

25 Boost economy means more work and better opportunities 3/15/2021 3:24 PM

26 better jobs 3/15/2021 6:14 AM

27 Getting larger chains to move to town. More shopping options 3/13/2021 4:25 PM

28 We become more diverse and more inclusive.. Idaho Falls needs diversity badly. 3/12/2021 1:26 PM

29 More diversity of businesses 3/12/2021 11:31 AM

30 I don’t care for the growth, honestly. Maybe if we could expand outdoor areas so it people can spread out. 3/12/2021 8:14 AM

31 Growth brings new opportunities 3/11/2021 2:49 PM

32 New businesses 3/11/2021 12:20 PM

33 Need to add roadways so that traffic is not always backed up. 3/11/2021 12:11 PM

34 More things to do 3/11/2021 11:29 AM


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35 Not sure it can 3/10/2021 7:55 PM

36 More growth equals more opportunities 3/10/2021 6:24 PM

37 new business's 3/10/2021 5:39 PM

38 It will bring in more businesses/restaurants 3/10/2021 5:14 PM

39 Hopefully bring more cultural diversity. 3/10/2021 4:25 PM


41 More diversity and community activities 3/10/2021 3:21 PM

42 More businesses and entertainment. 3/10/2021 3:08 PM

43 Increased cultural diversity 3/10/2021 3:06 PM

44 Bring more opportunities for employment 3/10/2021 2:51 PM

45 Outdoor pool, youth sporting activities and programs, youth arts and music and dancing programs 3/10/2021 2:47 PM

46 More businesses and activities to choose from 3/10/2021 2:32 PM

47 Diversifying the culture in our community. 3/10/2021 1:03 PM

48 It can offer diversity an bring cultural activities 3/10/2021 5:17 AM

49 Just building new ways to recreate. 3/9/2021 6:39 PM

50 Attract more entertainers 3/9/2021 4:32 PM

51 More stores 3/9/2021 3:24 PM

52 Provide more opportunities for family activities 3/9/2021 3:01 PM

53 The roadways need serious help. Potholes all over and ruined curbing are awful. And the amount of weeds are punsroadways are always rough and make the area look really rough.

3/9/2021 2:38 PM

54 more to do 3/9/2021 1:32 PM


56 Growth would entice people to move to IF which would create more diversity. 3/9/2021 9:21 AM

57 More amenities, better paying jobs 3/5/2021 10:53 AM

58 More diversity and greater population can support new businesses and cultural institutions. 3/4/2021 1:47 AM

59 Would like to see a 55+ community with smaller homes 3/3/2021 11:54 AM

60 Unknown 3/2/2021 7:10 PM

61 Being smart about it... more important things than green belt. 3/1/2021 8:01 AM

62 We need to have smart growth. We need to have developers help with meeting the costs for paths, sidewalks andparks.

2/28/2021 6:54 AM

63 Luxury living 2/27/2021 12:33 PM

64 include more green space 2/26/2021 5:08 PM

65 More diversity brings more interest and culture. 2/25/2021 11:31 PM

66 More diverse ideas and more new businesses. 2/25/2021 10:20 PM

67 Bringing in more businesses and opportunities 2/25/2021 8:26 PM

68 Diversity 2/25/2021 7:02 PM

69 If the growth does not take away are farm land 2/25/2021 12:22 PM

70 Bringing more opportunities for work 2/25/2021 8:06 AM

71 It depends on what grown you are referring to. California moving here is not good growth. 2/24/2021 8:46 PM

72 More businesses & shopping. 2/24/2021 8:25 PM

73 Better job opportunities better pay 2/24/2021 7:01 PM

74 It will bring in more spice--different ideas and different people help long-time residents to stretch 2/24/2021 6:25 PM

75 Bring better shops and jobs 2/24/2021 6:00 PM

76 Growth at this rate is killing the area. Too many multi family housing developments that just turn into apartments. 2/24/2021 4:53 PM

77 More buisness and jobs. 2/24/2021 2:08 PM

78 At this point, additional growth doesn't bring any greater experience of living here. Maybe more airplanedestinations?

2/24/2021 1:02 PM

79 More diverse businesses (restaurants, entertainment, shopping) 2/24/2021 11:14 AM


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80 More employment opportunities. Stronger local economy. 2/24/2021 10:54 AM

81 More options and more jobs 2/24/2021 7:23 AM

82 More parks 2/24/2021 7:10 AM

83 More opportunities are never bad 2/24/2021 6:53 AM

84 Better stores and restaurants 2/24/2021 5:57 AM

85 Rec center! 2/24/2021 5:37 AM

86 More activities 2/24/2021 4:42 AM

87 Hopefully, it will encourage our city to be more health conscious and offer more businesses to offer family recreationcenter type options that are not either run down and not well maintained (YMCA) or elitist and unaffordable to many(Apple Athletic)

2/24/2021 3:51 AM

88 More money in the economy could lead to improvements in schools and city facilities. 2/24/2021 3:06 AM

89 More options for shopping and entertainment 2/24/2021 2:03 AM

90 More opportunities for teens and kids to have affordable activities 2/24/2021 12:05 AM

91 More opportunities 2/23/2021 11:43 PM

92 Bring in different businesses 2/23/2021 11:11 PM

93 increase diversity within the city 2/23/2021 11:04 PM

94 Stronger tax base 2/23/2021 10:54 PM

95 Bring better paying jobs 2/23/2021 10:38 PM

96 more cultural diversity 2/23/2021 10:28 PM

97 I don't feel like growth is helping the city, I used to like the small town charm of this place and it seems like it isgone.

2/23/2021 10:19 PM

98 Business competition that bring more competitive wages 2/23/2021 9:28 PM

99 Brings a bigger tax base, more job options 2/23/2021 9:12 PM

100 Having a thriving diverse community. 2/23/2021 9:02 PM

101 More diversity of shopping and entertainment 2/23/2021 8:37 PM

102 Allows business to grow 2/23/2021 7:08 PM

103 a more diverse population 2/23/2021 7:06 PM

104 More restaurants 2/23/2021 6:50 PM

105 Not much 2/23/2021 6:49 PM

106 Idaho Falls will benefit from different cultures and people. 2/23/2021 6:36 PM

107 More opportunities for new experiences 2/23/2021 6:03 PM

108 Provide better employment opportunities. 2/23/2021 6:00 PM

109 Provide more activities for people and attract more businesses 2/23/2021 5:37 PM

110 More diverse businesses 2/23/2021 5:33 PM

111 I like that growth brings more business but I don't like the more people they bring with them. 2/23/2021 5:29 PM

112 More diversity and culture 2/23/2021 5:16 PM

113 N/A 2/23/2021 4:52 PM

114 More business moving in 2/23/2021 4:23 PM

115 Diversity and activities for College age people 2/23/2021 4:15 PM

116 Diversity 2/23/2021 4:10 PM

117 Lowering cost of living and setting ordinances that people have to follow 2/23/2021 4:05 PM

118 Continue to create shared community spaces + more affordable housing options close to downtown 2/23/2021 3:44 PM


1 Growth can help if it makes the city denser and more walkable 4/12/2021 10:02 PM

2 New business opportunities 4/6/2021 7:14 PM

3 Better paying jobs 4/6/2021 6:16 PM

4 More racial diversity would better reflect the world at large and help prepare our kids (and adults) to be good citizensin that world.

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5 Making more green areas 3/31/2021 11:07 AM

6 Growth can enhance the downtown experience by making the downtown core more lively and fun to hang out ifbusinesses are encouraged to move into existing downtown buildings not new development

3/31/2021 7:17 AM

7 Filling in the downtown core will draw more people and businesses to downtown creating a feeling of community andattracting diversity

3/31/2021 7:17 AM

8 Dense mixed use developments with robust on street parking near the greenbelt would vastly improve IF. More ofwhat works, Downtowns.

3/25/2021 11:29 PM

9 More amenities and entertainment options 3/25/2021 6:01 PM

10 Better planning for growth 3/24/2021 4:34 PM

11 Force the city to improve infrastructure 3/18/2021 8:22 PM

12 * 3/18/2021 3:08 PM

13 More people often brings a positive influence to the arts. 3/17/2021 12:08 AM

14 Growth brings diversity and variety 3/16/2021 10:30 PM

15 I don’t know 3/16/2021 9:57 PM

16 More parks and outdoor recreation for families and kids 3/15/2021 3:24 PM

17 Tax people moving in. Why should I pay more taxes when I've lived here all my life. I work and get paid Idaho style(almost minimum wage). People moving in can buy houses for cheat while natives can't afford them. Programsshould exist that we have equity when buying homes.

3/12/2021 5:53 PM

18 Increased diversity is a good thing for IF 3/12/2021 8:54 AM

19 More amenities, more events, things to go to and do 3/12/2021 8:05 AM

20 Job opportunities, increased tax base (esp. for schools), diversity 3/10/2021 2:30 PM

21 offer more things to do 3/10/2021 6:51 AM

22 More opportunities for food and small businesses 3/9/2021 7:05 PM

23 it can't. 3/9/2021 1:56 PM

24 GREATER CULTURAL OFFERINGS 3/9/2021 11:16 AM

25 no creo que lo hara 3/9/2021 10:29 AM

26 Need better and more schools 3/6/2021 6:07 AM

27 it cannot. 2/28/2021 7:17 PM


29 bring more property taxes which may lead to better recreational facilities and schools 2/27/2021 12:56 PM

30 More safe bike routes with barriers from traffic. 2/26/2021 11:13 AM

31 Bring more opportunities to Idaho Falls for arts and theater and music 2/25/2021 8:36 PM

32 more diversity 2/25/2021 2:19 PM

33 More small business 2/25/2021 10:43 AM

34 new businesses and restaurants 2/25/2021 8:42 AM

35 Influx of people diversity, and programs that are inclusive of that diversity. 2/25/2021 8:29 AM

36 More job opportunities to increase wages 2/24/2021 10:23 PM

37 New jobs and opportunities to do activities with my family. 2/24/2021 10:20 PM

38 More business opportunities 2/24/2021 8:50 PM

39 Avoid Stagnation 2/24/2021 7:05 PM

40 More options for eating out and shopping experiences 2/24/2021 6:28 PM

41 Increased selection for restaurants 2/24/2021 5:21 PM

42 More people means more points of view! Birds eye view is a lot more helpful than a picture. 2/24/2021 3:11 PM

43 Employers bring diversified jobs and provide a depth and variety of associated businesses that enrich our lives. 2/24/2021 1:53 PM

44 diversity of thought and new ideas 2/24/2021 1:05 PM

45 As a business owner, new and younger customers are a must! 2/24/2021 12:58 PM

46 Decrease the number of out-of-staters moving here. 2/24/2021 11:29 AM

47 Make sure you are including every possible group, or these groups that are left out will resist positive change. 2/24/2021 11:02 AM

48 More diversity in food and art 2/24/2021 8:38 AM


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49 It’s just going to get more crowded 2/24/2021 8:32 AM

50 More people + more jobs + more personal liberty = Unlimited human potential 2/24/2021 8:14 AM

51 Should not grow anymore, you take away from the beauty of it 2/24/2021 7:40 AM

52 Stop sending all the businesses to Aamon. Have options on West side. 2/24/2021 7:40 AM

53 Increase diversity 2/23/2021 11:12 PM

54 More inclusion of non lds people. 2/23/2021 10:25 PM

55 I hope that a growing economy can improve the downtown areas and surrounding neighborhoods. I envision theshopping areas integrating with the green belt, and clean neighborhoods to create a more attractive city center.

2/23/2021 9:09 PM


57 don't turn into boise 2/23/2021 8:32 PM

58 More tax revenue to build trails to access the river 2/23/2021 7:15 PM

59 Growth allows for more jobs, new housing and increases desire for new businesses and industries 2/23/2021 6:36 PM

60 More unique shops/businesses 2/23/2021 6:26 PM

61 More people with more experiences will have a variety of ideas to handle the problems of a growing city. 2/23/2021 6:14 PM

62 More growth brings more opportunities. 2/23/2021 5:02 PM

63 Attract new businesses and cultural resources, and entertainment options. 2/23/2021 4:51 PM

64 Job opportunity as long as it doesn't price the market 2/23/2021 4:29 PM

65 More things to do. 2/23/2021 3:40 PM


1 Update Sandy Downs. 4/11/2021 4:52 PM

2 Diversity to our culture 4/11/2021 3:26 PM

3 Bring more retail developments 4/8/2021 8:14 PM

4 Does not enhance. Growth just increases traffic,crime,drugs and gangs etc. 4/7/2021 1:29 PM

5 Does not enhance. Growth just increases crime,drugs and gangs etc. 4/7/2021 1:19 PM

6 more diversity, I hope 4/7/2021 10:13 AM

7 It won’t. If I wanted bigger, I’d move to Salt Lake City. 4/6/2021 10:53 PM

8 Opportunity for infrastructure improvements 4/6/2021 10:21 PM

9 Planned zoning 4/6/2021 10:19 PM

10 Maybe new businesses 4/6/2021 10:17 PM

11 Increase things for young people to do that they would like to safely do 4/6/2021 7:39 PM

12 New businesses 4/6/2021 8:02 AM

13 Adding one cultural experiences. 4/5/2021 10:13 PM

14 More businesses 4/1/2021 11:26 PM

15 Diversity of available experiences 4/1/2021 8:41 PM

16 Adding diversity to our population 4/1/2021 7:58 PM

17 Strong sense of community and unity 4/1/2021 7:10 PM

18 It can bring more restaurants. 4/1/2021 1:48 PM

19 More opportunities, more businesses 3/31/2021 1:52 PM

20 Diversity. Less racism 3/31/2021 10:01 AM

21 It can't, we wanted to live here because it was smaller 3/23/2021 11:24 AM

22 New buisnesses and activities. 3/23/2021 10:33 AM

23 More options for food/shopping 3/23/2021 9:16 AM

24 More restaurants 3/22/2021 3:03 PM

25 Diversity in culture, more schools/school funding 3/20/2021 10:15 AM

26 diversity 3/18/2021 5:36 PM

27 New culture ideas 3/17/2021 3:30 PM

28 quality schools 3/16/2021 2:27 PM


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29 Ensure amenitities keep up with city growth 3/16/2021 2:25 PM

30 More opportunities 3/15/2021 3:24 PM

31 More diversity of beliefs...religious and political 3/15/2021 3:02 PM

32 Population diversity (hopefully) 3/12/2021 9:57 PM

33 Opportunity 3/12/2021 8:39 PM

34 More activity 3/12/2021 8:06 PM

35 Be more diverse, different opportunities 3/12/2021 8:54 AM

36 If it creates decent living wages 3/11/2021 7:41 PM

37 It can't. 3/11/2021 12:31 PM

38 It can't more people means fighting for space on river, reservoirs, trails and campgrounds 3/9/2021 11:04 AM

39 Greater diversity 3/8/2021 1:45 PM

40 having a larger tax base can allow us to have a Recreation Center 3/6/2021 8:16 AM

41 Expanded options and more inclusiveness 3/4/2021 12:28 PM

42 Growth attracts new businesses and opportunities 3/3/2021 8:13 PM

43 Growth can provide many new experiences and culture to our community. However, if we as a community cannotprovide things as simple as beautiful clean parks, ball fields, recreation centers and programs that are affordableand efficiently ran, we are our failing at providing basic needs to a pretty large population of people.

3/3/2021 8:10 AM

44 We can have more diversity, and perhaps more opportunities for things like rec centers. 3/2/2021 3:23 PM

45 Hopefully, growth will bring better education opportunities and schools for our kids. 3/1/2021 9:01 PM


47 Bring more diversity into the city 2/28/2021 1:31 PM

48 Growth? With the amount the taxes have gone up we should see improvement from that. Where is that moneygoing?

2/28/2021 7:00 AM

49 Bring more diversity to the area to bring people together 2/27/2021 10:33 AM

50 Really can’t unless good paying jobs= rate of new residents 2/27/2021 8:23 AM

51 More job opportunities, not all of the options centered in one place on HItt Road 2/26/2021 1:01 PM

52 Hopefully opportunities for more events. 2/25/2021 11:34 PM

53 More things to do as family 2/25/2021 5:43 PM

54 greater diversity 2/25/2021 3:55 PM

55 Hopefully growth includes sports facilities and more businesses- giving more opportunities to everyone 2/25/2021 3:41 PM

56 Create more green space, encourage biking, invest in schools 2/25/2021 11:56 AM

57 Growth, particularly multi family, should be better thought out 2/25/2021 11:36 AM

58 diversity will be good if crime stays low and cops don’t kill our citizens. I was raised by an officer- I respect the rolebut they are not trained well enough.

2/25/2021 10:42 AM

59 Increase in exposure to different ethnicities 2/25/2021 8:16 AM

60 More variety of businesses 2/25/2021 6:06 AM

61 More money in the area 2/25/2021 1:32 AM

62 For me personally, better bike lanes to accommodate all abilities 2/24/2021 10:53 PM

63 It could bring in things that Idaho Falls is lacking 2/24/2021 10:51 PM

64 If it brought a more ethnically diverse living experience, it would be a bonus. Our whiteness keeps us provincial andrather bland.

2/24/2021 9:20 PM

65 New opportunities in entertainment, employment , etc 2/24/2021 7:13 PM

66 more amenities 2/24/2021 7:07 PM

67 Better quality housing (less track homes) and more diverse shopping selection 2/24/2021 6:55 PM

68 Better quality housing and more diverse shopping (metropolitan influence and less rural) 2/24/2021 6:55 PM

69 Exposure to more diverse cultures and more available activities to enjoy 2/24/2021 5:45 PM

70 increase the green space and dedicated running biking lanes 2/24/2021 4:37 PM

71 Why do we have to grow, why not make an effort to improve what we already have? 2/24/2021 3:50 PM


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72 I don't feel growth will help 2/24/2021 3:27 PM

73 Bring more diversity to our community. 2/24/2021 2:52 PM

74 More options and opportunities 2/24/2021 1:44 PM

75 Attracting different businesses 2/24/2021 1:35 PM

76 Providing more opportunities 2/24/2021 1:21 PM

77 More opportunity 2/24/2021 1:08 PM



80 Diversity of people would enhance our culture, however it creates a crowded feel. 2/24/2021 11:32 AM

81 Spreading businesses out will help 2/24/2021 10:41 AM

82 It can't 2/24/2021 9:53 AM

83 Building new schools 2/24/2021 8:49 AM

84 In every way I believe 2/24/2021 8:06 AM

85 Commerce 2/24/2021 7:24 AM

86 I'm not sure it can, but I guess more people usually brings a larger variety of businesses 2/24/2021 1:21 AM

87 Maybe we can get enough revenue for an Amazing, Affordable, Indoor/Outdoor Recreation Center. 2/23/2021 11:54 PM


89 More opportunities usually only found in larger metros. 2/23/2021 11:05 PM

90 Increased dining, shopping, entertainment 2/23/2021 10:34 PM

91 Continue to support the growth and development of downtown. 2/23/2021 10:29 PM

92 I don't really like the growth but it will bring more businesses and more opportunities which is good 2/23/2021 10:23 PM

93 More amenities and culture 2/23/2021 9:03 PM

94 More amenities and entertainment would be amazing. 2/23/2021 9:00 PM

95 N/A 2/23/2021 8:36 PM

96 New cultures bring new food options 2/23/2021 8:30 PM

97 More opportunities for kids 2/23/2021 8:26 PM

98 Increase quality of life and activities for families so people want to stay 2/23/2021 8:24 PM

99 More job opertunities 2/23/2021 8:20 PM

100 Better food options and local stores (too many chains). 2/23/2021 8:17 PM

101 More ammenities 2/23/2021 8:16 PM

102 More family establishments, water park, dining, arcade/family bowling 2/23/2021 7:39 PM

103 Brings more business 2/23/2021 7:30 PM

104 There aren’t any. 2/23/2021 6:33 PM

105 More business and more family activity businesses 2/23/2021 6:31 PM

106 More businesses 2/23/2021 6:12 PM

107 Enhanced diversity 2/23/2021 5:46 PM

108 I would stay in town more to do things. I leave town to find family things to do like swim and go to museums 2/23/2021 5:32 PM

109 it already has everything 2/23/2021 5:09 PM

110 It doesn't enhance anything. It just brings more traffic, crime, and higher prices. 2/23/2021 5:01 PM

111 Increase flight availability, more night life entertainment, more job opportunities 2/23/2021 4:57 PM

112 More diversity and greater understanding of life experiences. 2/23/2021 4:52 PM

113 Expand downtown 2/23/2021 4:25 PM

114 Neighborhood continuity helps maintain the small feel even with growth 2/23/2021 4:11 PM

115 Ethnic and cultural diversity 2/23/2021 4:09 PM

116 More trails 2/23/2021 4:08 PM

117 We need more diversity in the offices of government institutions. Why bring more diversity to town, when there isplenty of here looking for jobs. As long as your top big wig people are white, the Hispanics and other cultures will be

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relegated to second status.

118 More cultural amenities, better pay parity 2/23/2021 3:39 PM

119 More business that open earlier in the day more of a 24 hour feel in town. 2/23/2021 3:35 PM

# [WHAT'S ONE THING YOU DISLIKE ABOUT LIVING IN IDAHO FALLS?] Q1: AREA 1 DATE

1 Lack of Large events, sporting events, and concerts 4/15/2021 10:51 PM

2 Almost all of it. 4/11/2021 11:14 AM

3 Slow to improve. 4/9/2021 7:39 AM

4 Some of the culture and closed mindedness about new things 4/8/2021 7:15 PM

5 the traffic changes--changing two lane main thorogh fairs into one 4/6/2021 8:43 PM

6 The infrastructure needs improvement. The round snouts that have been recently added are too small andineffective.

4/6/2021 7:03 AM

7 Schools, but that is all of Idaho! 4/5/2021 9:00 PM

8 The lack of bicycle lanes and paths 4/5/2021 11:42 AM

9 An extreme lack of small music venues and bars, especially in comparison to the number of restaurants here 3/31/2021 7:24 PM

10 It's a tough town for single professionals. 3/30/2021 2:32 PM

11 Lack of diversity 3/29/2021 3:22 PM

12 The extreme objection to paying taxes, while also wanting all of the benefits those tax dollars would pay for. 3/26/2021 1:12 PM

13 Urban sprawl- I wish it was easier to bike or walk places. 3/21/2021 4:32 PM

14 One-sided politics 3/21/2021 2:20 PM

15 That there are only two main roads to get from the east side to west side. In attempting to avoid 17th andSunnyside traffic on 1st street is pretty congested as well.

3/19/2021 10:27 PM

16 Very auto dependent 3/19/2021 1:10 PM

17 The entire winter season 3/18/2021 4:46 PM

18 Poor planning (e.g., traffic flow on 17th Street). 3/18/2021 3:22 PM

19 Cold weather 3/16/2021 6:34 PM

20 Winter 3/16/2021 3:10 PM


22 There's a significant rift between the Haves and the Have Nots that creates an elitist, exclusionary culture 3/15/2021 4:39 PM

23 All the people moving here and bringing their problems and crime with them. 3/15/2021 4:01 PM

24 The mindset of many that nothing needs changed even though we are growing it are not catering to growth. I lovethe small hometown feel but we need foster the idea that growth is happening and we need to grow and modify to itor our community will be left in a life of the “good ol days” with nothing to show for it

3/12/2021 9:02 AM

25 Religious exclusion. Struggling to find groups of people who look at you strange because you’re not part of thechurch

3/12/2021 8:38 AM

26 growing traffic 3/11/2021 10:21 PM

27 Lack of public transportation to outside cities and towns. Lack of connectivity to groceries, goods and services bybike or walkway.

3/11/2021 1:16 PM

28 17th street 3/11/2021 11:58 AM

29 lack of variety 3/11/2021 11:45 AM

30 Traffic 3/11/2021 10:15 AM

31 Some people seem like they aren't interested in progress. I've also seen a friend's house vandalized because theyhave a pride flag out front, so a more inclusive community would be nice.

3/10/2021 8:49 PM

32 The areas we walk through (on the way downtown) are scary and dirty because we don't require people to maintaintheir places. We are not very strict on our zoning ordinances and allow investors to cram multiple families into ahome that is zoned R-1

3/10/2021 8:46 AM

33 LDS 3/9/2021 6:45 PM

34 Not enough sage bike routed 3/9/2021 3:29 PM

35 Distance from major metropolis 3/9/2021 3:24 PM

36 The VERY conservative legislators who do not represent me. Thankfully the Mayor and City Council are moreprogressive and educated. I often feel like we are ruled by SLC.

3/9/2021 1:00 PM

37 INCREASE IN FAR RIGHT POLITICS 3/8/2021 1:40 PM


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38 A lack of activities for people without families (events worthy of dressing up for). The cultural homogeny. The wind. 3/5/2021 7:12 AM

39 Too many people are moving here, causing increased traffic and killing the great aspects of living in a small town,and increasing cost of living

3/5/2021 7:10 AM

40 Public Works. Parks/Roads they don’t care what the public thinks. 3/4/2021 11:50 PM

41 Stoplights seem they take longer to switch than ever before. 3/4/2021 9:32 PM

42 Winter 3/4/2021 4:59 PM

43 Property taxes increasing. 3/2/2021 6:47 PM

44 Lack of investment in young people's education. 3/1/2021 8:33 AM

45 Lack of value for public school quality 2/28/2021 8:04 AM

46 it's growing too fast 2/27/2021 9:00 AM

47 If you don't drink, there's not much to do. There used to be going out to movies, but I don't like doing that becauseit's just paying money to sit there. There's not much of a night-life.

2/26/2021 7:00 PM

48 Politicians who make decisions to benefit their own businesses. Community leaders who don’t put the needs of thepeople first.

2/26/2021 8:27 AM

49 Lack of efficient routes to parts of town or the time it takes to go across town 2 miles. 2/26/2021 7:24 AM

50 Arrogance of the police force 2/26/2021 4:09 AM

51 Not much, the influx of Californians does cause some concern for me, not a ton, but some 2/25/2021 8:46 PM

52 Traffic 2/25/2021 6:46 PM

53 Nothing, really. 2/25/2021 6:17 PM

54 bus service for handicapped 2/25/2021 5:16 PM

55 Politically too conservative 2/25/2021 3:11 PM

56 Everyone moving here 2/25/2021 3:07 PM

57 Urban sprawl 2/25/2021 2:12 PM

58 City government is not public friendly when trying to improve areas. Economic inequalities! 2/25/2021 12:46 PM

59 Traffic on Friday through Saturday night 2/25/2021 12:03 PM

60 I don't like how conservative and ignorant the majority of the population is. 2/25/2021 9:25 AM

61 The roads are poorly kept 2/25/2021 8:53 AM

62 Local politics, lack of reasonably priced airfare 2/25/2021 7:25 AM

63 I live in an historic neighborhood. Some homes are well-maintained, but others are really run down. I don't likeneeding to pick up trash from my front lawn left by thoughtless people.

2/25/2021 6:51 AM

64 Partisan politicals. The old rich in charge of business and land. 2/25/2021 6:27 AM

65 The traffic 2/24/2021 9:11 PM

66 We're a big enough city and in a good location to attract bigger concerts like what you see in SLC and Boise, but wedon't have a venue to host and it doesn't seem like it is a priority. Having this would attract a lot more people to livein the area.

2/24/2021 8:10 PM


68 Close minded people 2/24/2021 6:08 PM

69 The west is so spread out between major cities 2/24/2021 5:14 PM

70 The roads. Complete disregard for pedestrians, bicyclists and neighborhoods. 2/24/2021 4:47 PM

71 narrowminded people, lack of care for environment, cycling, pedestrians and greenspaces 2/24/2021 4:19 PM

72 It is not a safe community for people of color like me. 2/24/2021 4:01 PM

73 The road congession and horrible timing of traffic lights. Driving around the city is painful. 2/24/2021 2:23 PM

74 Way people drive 2/24/2021 12:34 PM

75 The general sense of a lack of planning. The growth of the town has shifted so many directions over the decadesthat everything now just seems half finished. I also feel the city doesn't offer enough amenities like a communityrec center with a pool or gyms. I know they have that stuff now but it feels very old and uninviting.

2/24/2021 11:56 AM

76 Lack of political discourse 2/24/2021 11:39 AM

77 lack of diversity 2/24/2021 11:33 AM

78 Because the city is still small, I dislike the fact that city officials can mistake the loud voices of the few for the willof the majority.

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79 Lack of certain grocery options [Trader Joe's, middle eastern food] 2/24/2021 8:14 AM

80 Traffic 2/24/2021 7:50 AM

81 Spending $ to solve an issue without using resident input for opinion first. 2/24/2021 7:28 AM

82 The roads 2/24/2021 6:57 AM

83 Too much growth 2/24/2021 6:14 AM

84 the current city council's lack of listening skills 2/24/2021 5:40 AM

85 Can't think of anything that affects me often enough to really gripe about. 2/24/2021 12:56 AM

86 Newer poor quality urban neighborhoods and lack of architectural quality in the new developments 2/24/2021 12:06 AM

87 Negativity toward anyone not of the area's 'standard' demographic. I've talked with many people looking to move tothe area who were actually scared to move here due to fear of persecution because they didn't fit the norm (i.e.religion other than LDS, race other than white, LGTBQ, or not far right politically.) They feel their voices will not beheard or that they will be persecuted/shunned from the community.

2/23/2021 11:06 PM

88 Nothing 2/23/2021 10:25 PM

89 Lack of opportunities 2/23/2021 9:10 PM

90 catering to the extremes and losing the values of the majority 2/23/2021 8:45 PM

91 Lack of local restaurants 2/23/2021 8:40 PM

92 Stuck in mud traditions and culture 2/23/2021 6:14 PM

93 Unwillingness to spend money on needed developments 2/23/2021 5:27 PM

94 City has no clue what residents need 2/23/2021 4:45 PM

95 Lack of decent public transportation 2/23/2021 4:37 PM

96 Getting to be too much traffic 2/23/2021 4:23 PM

97 Lack of live music 2/23/2021 4:19 PM

98 Winter weather 2/23/2021 3:54 PM


1 People cutting down trees 4/15/2021 2:59 PM

2 The weather 4/11/2021 11:07 AM

3 Traffic is getting too congested--Holmes and 17th St.! 4/7/2021 3:27 PM

4 Too many barking dogs and/or off leash, & cats wandering around. 4/6/2021 10:31 PM

5 Seemingly lack of economic growth in north part of town 4/6/2021 9:22 PM

6 Traffic and crime are getting worse 4/6/2021 8:37 PM

7 Lack of bike friendly roads 4/6/2021 7:44 PM

8 High cost of current housing to either buy a home or rent for young people or first time buyers/renters. Also, cost ofdownsizing homes for retirees with fixed incomes.

4/6/2021 6:24 PM

9 Diversity 4/6/2021 6:18 PM

10 Winter 4/6/2021 12:30 PM

11 Increase in crime/neighborhood safety declining 4/6/2021 10:17 AM

12 All the people moving here 4/5/2021 9:57 PM

13 The cold weather - effin snow - but there's nothing you guys can do about it 4/5/2021 9:31 PM

14 Lack of indoor activities in the winter 3/31/2021 1:42 PM

15 The traffic 3/31/2021 10:57 AM

16 The lack of entertainment and high quality outdoor activities around the city. 3/29/2021 10:17 AM

17 The heavy conservatism. There are some things this town needs and there are some things that we can do to thistown to make it better and entice people and businesses to move here. The problem is no one wants to flip the billyou can’t raise taxes without the 66.7% vote and people are so opposed to raising taxes that I fear we will alwaysbe behind.

3/26/2021 9:29 PM

18 conservative majority 3/26/2021 2:34 PM

19 I feel like the city is trying to exert more control over private property rights. 3/25/2021 10:41 AM

20 The feeling that Bonneville county residents pay less but have the best of both worlds. 3/24/2021 3:35 PM

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22 Difficult to meet people 3/23/2021 4:43 PM

23 All of the out of state people moving here and the weather 3/22/2021 10:22 AM

24 The increased traffic. 3/21/2021 11:53 AM

25 Not much to do for young people 3/20/2021 10:21 PM

26 Everything seems to be spread out which has it's pros and cons. Harder to bike or walk because of that. I feelthere's very little to do for singles if you don't drink alcohol after 8pm here. College towns bring more culturalactivites so I'm glad community college is growing to perhaps help in that area. Sunnyside needs to be 45 miles/hras suggestion. Please stop the huge mostly unused parking lots and add trees to them. City doesn't replace trees itcuts down in some areas I've seen. Lets get the Boise mentality about trees that they are actually valuable assetsto this arid landscape and quality of life. Don't like how far sometimes businesses/strip malls are so far away frommain road, its waste of space and it can be bad for commercial business since it's too far away from road and hardto notice.

3/20/2021 1:22 AM

27 poor connectivity for biking/walking 3/19/2021 4:48 PM

28 Fox News on every TV and the politics in general 3/19/2021 2:57 AM

29 Poor traffic flow 3/18/2021 10:36 PM

30 Traffic 3/18/2021 10:10 PM

31 Close minded 3/18/2021 9:30 PM

32 People trying to change what makes it great 3/18/2021 6:54 PM

33 Lack of diversity and feelings of inclusion 3/18/2021 3:34 PM

34 Traffic, ultra conservatism 3/18/2021 10:50 AM

35 How busy it's getting 3/16/2021 1:54 PM

36 Housing shortage/cost 3/16/2021 11:01 AM

37 The unfairness of not being from certain religion 3/15/2021 10:05 PM

38 The recent increase in crime 3/15/2021 4:43 PM

39 It is getting too big. 3/15/2021 3:42 PM

40 The Traffic on our residential street. It’s become a thoroughfare. 3/13/2021 6:20 PM

41 Increasing traffic 3/12/2021 9:02 PM

42 Too secular 3/12/2021 3:11 PM

43 Used needles and drug paraphernalia on the rods by I.F. high school 3/12/2021 2:04 PM

44 Not enough activities 3/12/2021 12:59 PM

45 Crime and unaffordable housing 3/12/2021 11:18 AM

46 The Costco roundabout is deadly. People don’t know how to use roundabouts in general here, I would prefer morestoplights instead for the safety of my family.

3/12/2021 10:55 AM

47 Far away from better entertainment and major events. 3/12/2021 10:50 AM

48 Lack of Diversity, Lack of enforcement of public health orders, and the wind 3/12/2021 9:17 AM

49 How education isn't important 3/12/2021 9:02 AM

50 No sidewalks/no good roads/too many potholes/ too many dilapidated buildings/has a feel of being dirty 3/12/2021 8:57 AM

51 Road quality. 3/12/2021 8:47 AM

52 Too many people have moved here in too short of time, growth is good, the rapid growth is not and I dislike it. 3/12/2021 8:43 AM

53 Lack of paths/trails for biking and walking (outside of downtown) 3/12/2021 8:16 AM

54 Not enough diversity. 3/12/2021 8:11 AM

55 Lack of good restaurants and shopping and high airfares 3/12/2021 8:06 AM

56 The traffic. 3/11/2021 7:25 PM

57 Not enough help for educational services for you get kids 3/11/2021 1:29 PM

58 traffic during peak hours 3/11/2021 11:58 AM

59 Everything on 17th street and east side of town and river 3/11/2021 11:57 AM

60 I love living in IF 3/10/2021 5:35 PM

61 How they take down parks 3/10/2021 1:52 PM

62 Summer heat 3/10/2021 8:44 AM

63 the growth and people coming 3/10/2021 8:35 AM


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64 Not feasible to walk from home to restaurants 3/9/2021 7:47 PM

65 The inability to keep neighborhoods well kept - lawns that are not watered or mowed, broken sidewalks & curbs,junk in front and back yards

3/9/2021 4:24 PM

66 High taxes 3/9/2021 2:20 PM

67 nothing 3/9/2021 10:44 AM

68 LDS population who excludes others 3/9/2021 10:42 AM

69 Winters 3/9/2021 10:17 AM

70 HIGH TAXES make me consider moving out 3/9/2021 9:48 AM

71 How ugly it looks and hardly any good restaurants and not chain places 3/9/2021 9:44 AM

72 Disrespectful drivers 3/9/2021 9:42 AM

73 Traffic/commute times 3/9/2021 9:41 AM

74 traffic. Cold. 3/9/2021 9:15 AM

75 Traffic Idaho falls was a great place couple years ago but the amount of traffic has drastically increased. There ain’tenough fast access to cross town. Another thing is the the Accra to green places for walking the only two places isgreen belt and tauphus park. The problem is there ain’t enough parking to make it safe much less with amount oftraffic right next to greenbelt.

3/8/2021 9:24 AM

76 peoples' aversion to added taxes; thus no new amenities 3/5/2021 8:19 AM

77 Mayor 3/4/2021 8:49 PM

78 Narrow minded 3/4/2021 2:04 PM

79 The way crime is handled from the cops all the way up the food chain to the judge is ridiculous. 3/4/2021 1:34 PM

80 weather and lack of cooperation between units of local government 3/4/2021 12:10 PM

81 monoculture of white patriarchy 3/3/2021 6:18 PM

82 The white patriarchy 3/3/2021 5:21 PM

83 No rec center 3/3/2021 1:10 PM

84 traffic 3/3/2021 12:56 PM

85 The round about by Costco, it theory it is great, but I drive through it daily and without fail there is always at leastone vehicle that breaks the rules and nearly causes an accident

3/3/2021 8:06 AM

86 Very poor disabled access, transportation 3/3/2021 5:26 AM

87 Weather 3/2/2021 8:51 PM

88 High property tax valuations 3/2/2021 9:53 AM

89 The incredibly pervasive hate, intolerance, racism, and anti-intellectualism 3/2/2021 8:12 AM

90 Racism 3/2/2021 5:05 AM

91 It has become very noisy and fast paced. 3/1/2021 10:44 PM

92 People are too set in their ways and see our city as the small town they grew up in 3/1/2021 10:29 PM

93 Currently just the cost of buying a home. The market is extremely limited and expensive. 2/28/2021 1:14 PM

94 Old neighborhoods that aren’t as safe 2/28/2021 11:31 AM

95 Politically intense and closeminded 2/27/2021 11:07 AM

96 Lack of attractive, outdoor winter activities in the city 2/26/2021 4:06 PM

97 The freeway being so far away 2/26/2021 3:12 PM

98 not much to do that isn’t expensive 2/26/2021 10:38 AM

99 Traffic! 2/26/2021 10:20 AM

100 Hobo Spiders lol - I LOVE Idaho Falls! 2/26/2021 10:15 AM

101 Conservatism - radical 2/26/2021 9:25 AM

102 Increased traffic, more aggressive drivers. 2/26/2021 8:27 AM

103 Close-mindedness of many citizens 2/25/2021 6:11 PM

104 traffic 2/25/2021 5:48 PM

105 Winter 2/25/2021 5:11 PM

106 Racism 2/25/2021 4:45 PM


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107 Not pedestrian or bicycle friendly for commutes. No public transportation. 2/25/2021 4:20 PM

108 The influx of new residents without offset of decent jobs and adequate infrastructure 2/25/2021 1:29 PM

109 A terrible stink sometimes, especially in colder weather, that nobody can identify! 2/25/2021 12:27 PM

110 Traffic, increased crime rates 2/25/2021 12:25 PM

111 Traffic 2/25/2021 10:26 AM

112 The greatest downfall of this area is the non-stop wind all summer. 2/25/2021 9:54 AM

113 Distance to big cities 2/25/2021 9:10 AM

114 The police, and low income growth. Next to nothing for high paying jobs. 2/25/2021 12:59 AM

115 Money wasted on surveys, signs, town halls and nothing done 2/25/2021 12:02 AM

116 - 2/24/2021 10:29 PM

117 There are no go karts. 2/24/2021 10:09 PM

118 Some of the wealthier folks are a lil bit snooty. But I guess you will get that anywhere 2/24/2021 9:44 PM

119 Visually bland, city is oriented around vehicular travel 2/24/2021 9:43 PM

120 Forced diversity that shoves cancel culture down your throat. 2/24/2021 9:40 PM

121 Urban sprawl and crime rates growing. 2/24/2021 9:24 PM

122 I do wish we had a better music scene. 2/24/2021 9:22 PM

123 smaller yard 2/24/2021 8:55 PM

124 The large population 2/24/2021 8:25 PM

125 The city is growing so big already. Crime has gone up in the last ten years tremendiously. It is losing that smalltown feel. I use to be able to walk into a store and know most of the people in the store. Now I walk into a store andnine times out of ten do not recognise a single person.

2/24/2021 8:14 PM

126 Roads and infrastructure 2/24/2021 7:58 PM


128 Ultra Conservatism 2/24/2021 5:30 PM

129 Getting to busy 2/24/2021 4:37 PM

130 Winter/Spring weather 2/24/2021 4:07 PM

131 City will probably never limit growth 2/24/2021 3:59 PM

132 The quality of roads 2/24/2021 3:57 PM

133 Poor snow removal services 2/24/2021 3:34 PM

134 Lack of an updated high school for my children 2/24/2021 2:40 PM

135 The rising crime rates and shootings 2/24/2021 1:34 PM

136 The growth, the round abouts 2/24/2021 1:11 PM

137 No bus service 2/24/2021 1:10 PM

138 Many of my neighbors park their cars on the side of the road, which makes snow removal more difficult. 2/24/2021 12:51 PM

139 None. 2/24/2021 12:07 PM

140 Locals are priced out of the housing market 2/24/2021 12:01 PM

141 The feeling that your are either a Mormon or a redneck, we need more in between 2/24/2021 11:58 AM

142 17th is a mess with traffic and shopping. 2/24/2021 11:34 AM

143 Cold winter weather. 2/24/2021 11:15 AM

144 Bad intersections 2/24/2021 10:44 AM

145 No public Transportaion. It feels like you guys don't always listen to our opinions 2/24/2021 10:29 AM

146 It’s getting to busy. Therefore snow removal is a joke, it’s no long snow removal, it’s “let’s have the city come pushsnow back onto the side walks they require me to keep clean...but you better not put it in the road because it mightcause damage to our plows if we here come.” No walking bridges over the canals in the neighborhoods. Kids haveto take detours to busy roads to cross the canals. Lack of up keep to city parks.

2/24/2021 10:19 AM

147 I'm trying to buy a home and all 4 realtors I have spoken with say it's extremely hard because of of all the out ofstate people moving here and that's frustrating being a resident.

2/24/2021 9:51 AM

148 The crime! It’s not the same town I knew growing up in the area. It doesn’t feel safe anymore. 2/24/2021 9:31 AM

149 The traffic. 2/24/2021 9:26 AM


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150 Some are not welcoming to new people moving here 2/24/2021 8:46 AM

151 The income as a teacher 2/24/2021 8:44 AM

152 I love living here and have lived here my whole life but all the new people and growth we have experienced recentlyhas mad doing anything around here too crowded and not as fun.

2/24/2021 8:33 AM

153 The restaurants aren't that great 2/24/2021 8:08 AM

154 People saying “I liked it better in the old days” 2/24/2021 7:49 AM

155 The police 2/24/2021 7:09 AM

156 The infrastructure is awful 2/24/2021 6:47 AM

157 To many people moving in to fast 2/24/2021 2:38 AM

158 There are so many people moving in from higher earning areas and it's upsetting the economy 2/23/2021 11:01 PM

159 Not enough public transportation 2/23/2021 9:54 PM

160 Nothing 2/23/2021 9:51 PM

161 Traffic 2/23/2021 9:49 PM

162 No family Rec center!!!!!! Better membership prices than the Apple and great amenities for families. 2/23/2021 9:27 PM

163 The City of Ammon is reaping all of the taxes being spent from Idaho Falls residents shopping and eating there. Allnew restaurants are being built outside the Idaho Falls City limits.

2/23/2021 8:38 PM

164 We moved here in 2016. In that time our property tax has more than doubled. This is the highest cost we have everhad in any of the places we have lived. After moving from Colorado we are now paying 3 times what we paid there.

2/23/2021 8:07 PM

165 The winter 2/23/2021 7:49 PM

166 traffic and other city growing pains 2/23/2021 7:19 PM

167 traffic 2/23/2021 7:14 PM

168 Getting to full and traffic 2/23/2021 7:10 PM

169 The religion that is allowed to over step into state affairs. 2/23/2021 7:09 PM

170 Traffic congestion. This town isn’t designed for traffic growth 2/23/2021 6:53 PM

171 The leadership already having minds made up about how they want things and not listening to the members of thecommunity who elected them

2/23/2021 6:41 PM

172 Have to go to salt lake for good shopping and food 2/23/2021 6:12 PM

173 Traffic, road conditions 2/23/2021 6:11 PM

174 Getting so big 2/23/2021 6:05 PM

175 Some areas of Town seem to be neglected 2/23/2021 6:04 PM

176 Strong religious presence 2/23/2021 5:48 PM

177 Not much options 2/23/2021 5:36 PM

178 How fast its growing and the increase of crime 2/23/2021 5:14 PM

179 That the IFPD doesn't do their job. I have reported a few drunk drivers that IFPD failed to respond to every call.People are breaking traffic laws constantly and getting away with it. Constant street racing up and down 17th st.Countless drivers with theirs lights off at night and several with brake lights burnt our. City does not feel safe due tolack of law enforcement.

2/23/2021 5:14 PM

180 The lack of restaurant atmospheres & family activities 2/23/2021 5:03 PM

181 NA 2/23/2021 5:02 PM

182 Traffic. 2/23/2021 4:13 PM

183 Roundabouts 2/23/2021 4:13 PM

184 The weather 2/23/2021 3:59 PM

185 Not enough public exercise space, aquatic center overbooked, we should have another dog park 2/23/2021 3:58 PM

186 The Ammon side doesnt have a DMV or Library or community center or post office. Why not?? 2/23/2021 3:45 PM

187 Everything 2/23/2021 3:43 PM

188 Not walker or biker friendly 2/23/2021 3:42 PM

189 The traffic and rising cost of homes 2/23/2021 3:38 PM

190 Damaged roads 2/23/2021 3:38 PM



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1 Not enough things to do 4/16/2021 7:17 AM

2 The amount of traffic that exists in a town of 62,000 4/13/2021 2:29 PM

3 People listen to those with the loudest voices not the majority (i.e. mask mandates, which protect individuals). WithIF having the highest per capita COVID cases in the nation there should be one

4/11/2021 11:21 AM

4 Infrastructure 4/7/2021 6:48 PM

5 Traffic seems to be getting worse 4/7/2021 5:53 AM

6 Traffic flow (17th, John’s Hole off ramp) 4/6/2021 6:22 PM

7 Traffic 4/6/2021 6:17 PM

8 Nothing 4/6/2021 6:09 PM

9 Roads and infrastructure 4/5/2021 9:34 PM

10 Traffic 4/1/2021 4:45 PM

11 There not a whole lot to do 3/31/2021 11:11 AM

12 Lack of planning and imagination when it comes to growth. 3/30/2021 2:27 PM

13 We don’t have a decent Rec center 3/27/2021 1:48 AM

14 Little diversity 3/26/2021 12:04 AM

15 East side of town is a zoo - too much traffic and congestion 3/23/2021 7:37 AM

16 Lack of diversity - garbage on roads 3/22/2021 11:57 AM

17 Lack of diversity and culture 3/22/2021 9:12 AM

18 Disrespect; for example, a lot of people refusing to wear masks 3/21/2021 5:58 PM

19 Dirty areas from homeless. 3/21/2021 8:49 AM

20 People! Our streets, stores and amenities are all getting too crowded, and we're sprawling all over the valley. If wedon't somehow contain this sprawl, were going to start looking like SLC/the valley surrounding SLC. That would be aterrible thing to see here in our area!

3/20/2021 10:40 PM

21 The cliques and harsh discrimination 3/19/2021 10:39 PM

22 Housing is unaffordable 3/19/2021 6:28 AM

23 Weather 3/17/2021 2:05 PM

24 Increase of traffic congestion with no clear plan to fix it 3/15/2021 7:38 PM

25 The traffic congestion 3/15/2021 4:09 PM

26 The idea that it is a “great” community and not owning what is wrong with it. 3/15/2021 3:25 PM

27 I love it here 3/15/2021 3:24 PM

28 no opportunities 3/15/2021 6:14 AM

29 No efficient way to get across town. All surface streets with low speed limits. 3/13/2021 4:25 PM

30 It too homogeneous. 3/12/2021 1:26 PM

31 Not close enough to family 3/12/2021 11:31 AM

32 Traffic 3/12/2021 8:14 AM

33 Lack of walkable or bikable areas; no public transit 3/11/2021 2:49 PM

34 For a certain segment of the population, education is not a priority, and it shows. 3/11/2021 12:20 PM

35 Traffic and the crime increase. Schools are not large enough. 3/11/2021 12:11 PM

36 It's growing and traffic 3/11/2021 11:45 AM

37 No splash parks, need a bigger pool 3/11/2021 11:29 AM

38 Airline travel costs 3/10/2021 7:55 PM

39 Such few swimming options, please a splash pad on the west side 3/10/2021 6:24 PM

40 speeding traffic through my neighborhood 3/10/2021 5:39 PM

41 Nothing! 3/10/2021 5:14 PM

42 Poor planning, huge subdivisions go in and don't help pay for schools, so education suffers. 3/10/2021 4:25 PM

43 Weather and lack of indoor winter activities 3/10/2021 3:43 PM

44 I wish it was more walking and biking accessible 3/10/2021 3:21 PM

45 Everything is on the east side of town near Ammon. 3/10/2021 3:08 PM


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46 It is getting increasingly crowded everywhere because it wasn't ready for the growth it has been experiencing 3/10/2021 3:06 PM

47 City response to snow 3/10/2021 2:51 PM

48 No local pool or splash pad. Have to drive to get good food 3/10/2021 2:47 PM

49 Upgrading what we already have vs putting money towards new projects 3/10/2021 2:32 PM

50 Lack of diversity. 3/10/2021 1:03 PM

51 The dominant religion stifles opportunity for diverse culture 3/10/2021 5:17 AM

52 The public drinking events. I avoid downtown and the greenbelt because of the concerts, crowds, and drinks. 3/9/2021 6:39 PM

53 Nothing to do for 20-30 age groups 3/9/2021 3:24 PM

54 Bad traffic and transportation systems 3/9/2021 3:01 PM

55 Roads are in very poor shape 3/9/2021 2:38 PM

56 traffic 3/9/2021 1:32 PM

57 Traffic on 17th, Pancheri, Woodruff, Holmes 3/9/2021 12:14 PM

58 Traffic becoming worse 3/9/2021 11:47 AM

59 The traffic on the main thoroughfares is horrendous. Specifically, 17th, 25th, and Woodruff. 3/9/2021 9:21 AM

60 The public education system is lacking in providing a good education. It take money to educate our kids. Too manypeople throw up barriers to funding.

3/5/2021 10:53 AM

61 It's been very cold lately. 3/4/2021 1:47 AM

62 Winter, traffic, all the houses being built are big and expensive. I have lived in my home for more than 30 years andwould like to sell, but I can't afford to by a replacement

3/3/2021 11:54 AM

63 Traffic 3/2/2021 7:10 PM

64 CIty infrastructure not keeping up with growth. How much time is spent working/discussing with county growth. 3/1/2021 8:01 AM

65 It would be nice to have access to hiking/mountain biking trails closer to the city like they have in the Boisefoothills. Maybe east of town, south by Taylor mtn., or west of town.

2/28/2021 6:54 AM

66 So much traffic. Road should be wide like shelley 2/27/2021 12:33 PM

67 prevalence of strip mall type business areas 2/26/2021 5:08 PM

68 Not being of the predominant religion and it's control over politics. 2/25/2021 11:31 PM

69 The roads have no right turn lanes and no shoulders. 2/25/2021 10:20 PM

70 The limited resources for things to do and flight costs 2/25/2021 8:26 PM

71 Few safe bike routes - drivers aren’t careful in the bike routes that exist 2/25/2021 7:02 PM

72 All the housing developments taking over our farm land 2/25/2021 12:22 PM

73 Occasional traffic 2/25/2021 8:06 AM

74 Out of staters coming in and driving our coat of living up. 2/24/2021 8:46 PM

75 Congested traffic. 2/24/2021 8:25 PM

76 Not a lot to offer in way of activities for the youth 2/24/2021 7:01 PM

77 The Us vs. Them attitudes that people have displayed since this current growth spurt began. It makes us lesswelcoming.

2/24/2021 6:25 PM

78 Traffic 2/24/2021 6:00 PM

79 City council and the Mayor 2/24/2021 4:53 PM

80 I hate that I cannot get a house unless I find some masters degree level job. 2/24/2021 2:08 PM

81 Traffic patterns 2/24/2021 1:53 PM

82 The irresponsible and inattentive drivers. Pass anti-cellphone-while-driving laws fast, please. 2/24/2021 1:02 PM

83 No reasonable public transportation. 2/24/2021 11:14 AM

84 Lack of diversity. 2/24/2021 10:54 AM

85 Close minded residents who have never lived in a place that isn't 90%+ white 2/24/2021 7:10 AM

86 People moving in that don't understand the culture 2/24/2021 6:53 AM

87 Culture 2/24/2021 5:57 AM

88 Snow but oh well 2/24/2021 5:37 AM

89 Lack of city planning 2/24/2021 4:42 AM


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90 The lack of safe biking and walking paths on the westside of town. The Greenbelt is great but I can't safely accessit from my westside neighborhood. The traffic on Grandview's bridge has become too congested to feel safe walkingor biking on the sidewalk to access the Greenbelt and Broadway is out of the question with all the businessentrances and intersections. My whole family loves biking and trying to bike in this town is terrifying!

2/24/2021 3:51 AM

91 Lack of recreation facilities and amenities, poor aesthetics of businesses and neighborhoods. 2/24/2021 3:06 AM

92 Lack of religious diversity which leads to lack of community or neighborhood belonging. 2/24/2021 2:03 AM

93 It’s growing quickly and we don’t have the ability to handle it. 2/24/2021 12:05 AM

94 The wind 2/23/2021 11:43 PM

95 Seeing confederate flags around town 2/23/2021 11:04 PM

96 Increase in violence 2/23/2021 10:54 PM

97 The weather. I hate the cold. 2/23/2021 10:38 PM

98 lack of cultural diversity 2/23/2021 10:28 PM

99 Not enough summer activities, would be nice to not travel if I want to take my kids to a splash pad or pool complex 2/23/2021 10:19 PM

100 Traffic 2/23/2021 9:49 PM

101 Cost of housing and the increase in crime 2/23/2021 9:28 PM

102 The west side is overlooked 2/23/2021 9:12 PM

103 Not enough businesses here, other places too far. 2/23/2021 9:02 PM

104 It is getting too diverse and less conservative 2/23/2021 7:08 PM

105 graffiti 2/23/2021 7:06 PM

106 How bad the traffic has become 2/23/2021 6:50 PM

107 People don’t like changes. Sometimes people’s mind is so closed. Not everyone though. It’s good to learn fromother cultures and learn from others.

2/23/2021 6:36 PM

108 Growth of city creating more traffic congestion. 2/23/2021 6:10 PM

109 Traffic 2/23/2021 6:03 PM

110 The emphasis on the Mormon church. 2/23/2021 6:00 PM

111 Lack of entertainment options i.e. sports, concerts, nightlife 2/23/2021 5:37 PM

112 Traffic 2/23/2021 5:33 PM

113 I dislike that there isn't as many cultural activities. Sports team, plays, things to do with families. 2/23/2021 5:29 PM

114 The crime rate going up 2/23/2021 5:16 PM

115 Traffic 2/23/2021 4:52 PM

116 Almost all the business is in Ammon 2/23/2021 4:23 PM

117 Not enough diversity 2/23/2021 4:15 PM

118 The feeling of a “ clique like” community due to dominant religion 2/23/2021 4:10 PM

119 Traffic 2/23/2021 4:05 PM

120 Too many box stores, not enough promotion of arts, lack of diversity 2/23/2021 3:44 PM

121 The roads are getting too congested 2/23/2021 3:35 PM


1 Arterial roads that have no development facing the streetlike Sunnyside 4/12/2021 10:02 PM

2 The cost of living has gotten too high 4/6/2021 7:14 PM

3 Nothing for teenagers to do 4/6/2021 6:16 PM

4 Drug issues 4/5/2021 10:02 PM

5 Seems like there’s a lot of drug crime. 4/1/2021 9:07 PM

6 There's not much to do on a friday nighy 3/31/2021 11:07 AM

7 Lack of public transportation, ease of getting around without a car. The local fear of growth and progressive change. 3/31/2021 7:17 AM

8 Lack of public transportation and ease of getting around on foot/bike, this towns fear of growth and progressivechange,

3/31/2021 7:17 AM

9 No public transit options, growth with no concern about brownfields left within the city, lack of accessible housing inmixed use developments.

3/25/2021 11:29 PM

10 Increased Property taxes and hope certain neighborhoods have higher taxes and they keep rising...😡 3/25/2021 6:01 PM


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11 People with closed minds 3/24/2021 4:34 PM

12 the city government 3/18/2021 8:22 PM

13 * 3/18/2021 3:08 PM

14 My family is not close 3/17/2021 12:08 AM

15 No decent public indoor pool; no public transportation 3/16/2021 10:30 PM

16 That people are moving here and trying to change values 3/16/2021 9:57 PM

17 Too Mormon not enough diversity 3/15/2021 3:24 PM

18 It seems is about Mormons and those who hate Mormons. Mormons exclude people and can't accept people thatare not republicans.

3/12/2021 5:53 PM

19 Far right political nut jobs 3/12/2021 8:54 AM

20 We need a much larger/newer public swimming complex 3/12/2021 8:05 AM

21 Often feels unwelcoming (i.e. "We don't want Californians here" and so forth) 3/10/2021 2:30 PM

22 The mountains are not part of the city 3/10/2021 6:51 AM

23 Not as pretty as Pocatello or Driggs where we also have lived 3/9/2021 7:05 PM

24 the fact that downtown residents get ignored 3/9/2021 1:56 PM

25 RIGHT WING POLITICS 3/9/2021 11:16 AM

26 politicos quienes se nombran republican mientras sean democrat 3/9/2021 10:29 AM

27 Na 3/6/2021 6:07 AM

28 the rapid growth promoted by the City. 2/28/2021 7:17 PM

29 Not enough appreciation for diversitys 2/27/2021 1:04 PM

30 potholes in roads after winter 2/27/2021 12:56 PM

31 No diversity in people, culture, religion 2/26/2021 11:13 AM

32 Not a big enough city to bring in music groups 2/25/2021 8:36 PM

33 government respresentaves who do not reflect the voice of the people 2/25/2021 2:19 PM

34 The traffic and 2/25/2021 10:43 AM

35 religious non-diversity 2/25/2021 8:42 AM

36 Congested traffic 2/25/2021 8:29 AM

37 School system needs to improve. More Alturas type of schools. 2/24/2021 10:23 PM

38 The school system needs to be improved. More schools like Alturas should be available with more spots open forstudents.

2/24/2021 10:20 PM

39 The roadway infrastructure is poorly developed 2/24/2021 8:50 PM

40 The older population contriving what happened with taxes 2/24/2021 7:59 PM

41 Roads 2/24/2021 7:05 PM

42 Lack of a decent event center 2/24/2021 6:28 PM

43 The non-diverse community 2/24/2021 5:21 PM

44 The way mormons treat non-mormans. Shame on you guys 2/24/2021 3:11 PM

45 Lack of venues 2/24/2021 1:53 PM

46 poor public transportation- even the wood river valley is better 2/24/2021 1:05 PM

47 Very conservative 2/24/2021 12:58 PM

48 The rapid number of out-of-staters moving here. 2/24/2021 11:29 AM

49 I do not like the constant willful ignorance from city officials about the insane diversity that already exists in ourtown.

2/24/2021 11:02 AM

50 Lack of reliable and available bike routes 2/24/2021 8:38 AM

51 Crime 2/24/2021 8:32 AM

52 Some aspects of the culture and the sophistication of the residents 2/24/2021 8:14 AM

53 Too many people from California now and turning into a liberal town. 2/24/2021 7:40 AM

54 All the used car lots and industrial settings along Lincoln Blvd. So much gray and brown and emptiness. Needs acomplete remodel and modernization.

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55 Trains/trafic 2/23/2021 11:12 PM

56 Not enough breweries. 2/23/2021 10:25 PM

57 The train cutting through the middle of town. It runs during during commuting hours. 2/23/2021 9:09 PM

58 Traffic congestion and lack of activities 2/23/2021 8:57 PM

59 weather 2/23/2021 8:32 PM

60 The bike and walking routes when crossing any roadway does not feel safe 2/23/2021 7:15 PM

61 The central part of town (the numbered streets north of 25th) aren't well maintained and traffic is horrible along manyroads

2/23/2021 6:36 PM

62 Lack of religious diversity 2/23/2021 6:26 PM

63 The hate mongers, racists. 2/23/2021 6:14 PM

64 Transients. I feel uncomfortable visiting parts of the city where transients camp out. 2/23/2021 5:02 PM

65 Limited access to some of the amenities of a major city. Being so far from a major population center can be difficultat times. I miss IKEA, Trade Joe's, diverse food options, etc.

2/23/2021 4:51 PM

66 Lack of job opportunities 2/23/2021 4:29 PM

67 To many people moving here 2/23/2021 3:40 PM


1 Traffic 4/15/2021 4:17 PM

2 Nothing. This has always been our home. We have had the opportunity to also live in another country and a coupleof other states but Idaho is the best!

4/11/2021 4:52 PM

3 No easy way to get around town....particularly to the hospital and Ammon area 4/11/2021 3:26 PM

4 Acceptance of decrepit buildings & run down areas 4/8/2021 8:14 PM

5 Traffic, crime,drugs and gangs 4/7/2021 1:29 PM


7 extreme conservatives 4/7/2021 10:13 AM

8 It’s getting too big, too fast. We are not taking care of all the parks that have been built. 4/6/2021 10:53 PM

9 The traffic 4/6/2021 10:21 PM

10 Traffic/speeding 4/6/2021 10:19 PM

11 Growing to quick 4/6/2021 10:17 PM

12 Speed limits are no longer enforced 4/6/2021 7:39 PM

13 Its getting busy 4/6/2021 11:40 AM

14 Lack of school funding and public recreation (old pool) 4/6/2021 8:02 AM

15 No decent rec center. Limited and crappy parks. Not enough bike and walking trails. 4/5/2021 10:13 PM

16 More people moving here 4/1/2021 11:26 PM


18 Poor planning for growth, parks, landscaping, developing communities 4/1/2021 7:58 PM

19 City council has its own agenda regardless of input 4/1/2021 7:10 PM

20 I don't like the sketchy run down parts of town. 4/1/2021 1:48 PM

21 The wind 3/31/2021 1:52 PM

22 Too much road rage and lack of awareness when driving 3/31/2021 10:01 AM

23 Influx of out of area new residents 3/23/2021 11:24 AM

24 The road system/lay out is awful. 3/23/2021 10:33 AM

25 The traffic, road conditions 3/23/2021 9:16 AM

26 Winter 3/22/2021 3:03 PM

27 It’s becoming less this way, but feeling like everything is geared towards one religion. If you’re not a part of it thenyou’re an outsider.

3/20/2021 10:15 AM

28 bigotry and political polarization 3/18/2021 5:36 PM

29 Crappy downtown/little Mexico 3/18/2021 10:24 AM

30 Not enough parks and bike trails 3/17/2021 3:30 PM


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31 Small or outdated thinking of residents 3/16/2021 2:27 PM

32 Increasing traffic 3/16/2021 2:25 PM

33 The Mormons 3/15/2021 3:24 PM

34 Ultra right wing conservatives like Barb Erhardt 3/15/2021 3:02 PM

35 Disorganized traffic patterns, especially on 17th 3/12/2021 9:57 PM

36 Nothing 3/12/2021 8:39 PM

37 Traffic 3/12/2021 8:06 PM

38 Unplanned growth 3/12/2021 8:54 AM

39 Increased traffic 3/11/2021 7:41 PM

40 Traffic and people have more road rage 3/11/2021 3:58 PM

41 Now the traffic is horrible. The people moving here are not safe. 3/11/2021 12:31 PM

42 The road infrastructure is not keeping up with the growth. Holmes south of Sunnyside needs to be widened andhave lights installed!

3/9/2021 1:22 PM

43 The growth 3/9/2021 11:04 AM

44 Not enough walking/biking paths 3/8/2021 1:45 PM

45 traffic is increasing 3/6/2021 8:16 AM

46 Limited access to certain restaurants, shopping, etc. 3/4/2021 12:28 PM

47 Slow progress in development of city amenities & facilities (i.e. rec center, walkable centers, splash pad/pool, canaltrails/bike paths)

3/3/2021 8:13 PM

48 It’s lack of quality recreation facilities and programs 3/3/2021 8:10 AM

49 Variable property tax rate, not enough pools, winter ;-) 3/2/2021 3:23 PM

50 Our underfunded and overpopulated schools, the exclusionary attitude towards the handicapped and special needs,and the lack of affordable indoor/ outdoor activities for families.

3/1/2021 9:01 PM

51 Religion 3/1/2021 7:37 AM

52 The small-mindedness of many people 2/28/2021 1:31 PM

53 Ignorance of people and that they think Idaho Falls is diverse. 2/28/2021 7:00 AM

54 The lack of support for the teachers and school systems - including lack of public preschools 2/27/2021 10:33 AM

55 The growing traffic and crime. Winter weather 2/27/2021 8:23 AM

56 I think the industrial section along the river is unattractive. 2/26/2021 1:01 PM

57 Traffic 2/25/2021 5:43 PM

58 fewer shopping options 2/25/2021 3:55 PM

59 Not much for teens/kids to do. Horrible lack of sport indoor and outdoor facilities 2/25/2021 3:41 PM

60 Not very bike friendly 2/25/2021 11:56 AM

61 Housing is not centralized around the interstate 2/25/2021 11:36 AM

62 Winter and feeling minority with Mormon culture being so prevalent here. 2/25/2021 10:42 AM

63 Limited choices in shopping, entertainment, restaurants 2/25/2021 8:16 AM

64 Everything is closed on Sunday 2/25/2021 6:06 AM

65 How fast it's growing 2/25/2021 1:32 AM

66 Many places not easy to walk or bike. Some parts of IF are dumpy. We have lost good restaurants over the pastyear.

2/24/2021 10:53 PM

67 We don't invest back into the things that are used the most 2/24/2021 10:51 PM

68 Below 0 weather 2/24/2021 7:13 PM

69 property tax rates 2/24/2021 7:07 PM

70 City Planning that is not in touch with local sensitives (eg widening Boulevard) 2/24/2021 6:55 PM

71 City Planning not in touch with local sensitivities (widening Boulevard) 2/24/2021 6:55 PM

72 Ultra conservative, self-serving nature of some elected officials 2/24/2021 5:45 PM

73 lack of quality independent restaurants 2/24/2021 4:37 PM

74 I dislike the icy roads in winter. 2/24/2021 3:50 PM


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75 Too many people 2/24/2021 3:27 PM

76 The long winters. 2/24/2021 2:52 PM

77 Becoming overcrowded 2/24/2021 1:44 PM

78 Lack of young professionals to network with 2/24/2021 1:35 PM

79 The traffic congestion issues 2/24/2021 1:21 PM

80 Lack of cultural diversity 2/24/2021 1:08 PM

81 How the ice builds up on the neighborhood roads 2/24/2021 12:56 PM

82 Not much diversity and nothing to do(clubs,lounges,indoor family activities,concerts) things of that nature 2/24/2021 12:14 PM

83 The crime rate going up and some downtown areas and numbered streets feeling unsafe. 2/24/2021 11:32 AM

84 No splash pad or water park 2/24/2021 10:41 AM

85 Property Taxes 2/24/2021 9:53 AM

86 Can’t think of anything 2/24/2021 8:49 AM

87 Traffic and lack of biking shoulders on the roads 2/24/2021 8:06 AM

88 Overflow of elementary schools. 2/24/2021 1:21 AM

89 The cost of living, especially housing has gone up exponentially, especially for low income families. 2/23/2021 11:54 PM

90 Not enough to do with kids 2/23/2021 11:45 PM

91 Liberal “green” money sucking policies. 2/23/2021 11:05 PM

92 Cold 2/23/2021 10:34 PM

93 Airport is limited. 2/23/2021 10:29 PM

94 Traffic 2/23/2021 10:23 PM

95 Traffic 2/23/2021 9:03 PM

96 The lack of amenities, especially shopping. The mall is failing, and the shopping that there is gets overcrowded onweekends. A separate shopping plaza on the west side to divert shoppers from all congregating in the same placeon weekends would be helpful.

2/23/2021 9:00 PM

97 Our Mayor 2/23/2021 8:36 PM

98 Snow removal rates/ how well the roads are plowed when they are plowed. 2/23/2021 8:30 PM

99 People moving here 2/23/2021 8:26 PM

100 Very few activity options for families. The recreation center is so old and run down. Bowling alleys are run down,parks aren’t very well kept, no outdoor swimming pool or water park during the summer. Very few sit downrestaurants. Shopping options are awful. Need a super target.

2/23/2021 8:24 PM

101 To far from family members 2/23/2021 8:20 PM

102 At least 5 out of 10 people are racist bigots. City planning is terrible. 2/23/2021 8:17 PM

103 No outdoor swim pools 2/23/2021 8:16 PM

104 Seems like lots of fast food. Not enough family/kid friendly options. 2/23/2021 7:39 PM

105 Roads 2/23/2021 7:30 PM

106 Too noisy, especially during the July 4th holiday. 2/23/2021 6:33 PM

107 Not enough activities. Lack of community sports fields 2/23/2021 6:31 PM

108 Too many new people trying to change it 2/23/2021 6:12 PM

109 There really isn’t one 2/23/2021 5:46 PM

110 The overwhelming growth in crime 2/23/2021 5:32 PM

111 too many druggies, pedofiles, and mexicans 2/23/2021 5:09 PM

112 traffic 2/23/2021 5:03 PM

113 Way too many people are moving here. I also hate the mess that has been made of the Greenbelt as it's a hazardwhen roads are bad amd the Farmer's Market and other activity-associated road closures are a problem.

2/23/2021 5:01 PM

114 Cold weather 2/23/2021 4:57 PM

115 The inability to keep up with increasing traffic 2/23/2021 4:52 PM

116 Close community, no activities on sunday 2/23/2021 4:25 PM

117 Lack of entertainment options 2/23/2021 4:11 PM

118 Noisy cars (music) and noisy motorcycles 2/23/2021 4:09 PM


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119 Lack of airline travel 2/23/2021 4:08 PM

120 The clickishness of the people. It is Mormons vs the rest of the world. And, the racism. If you are not white you arenot included.

2/23/2021 3:54 PM

121 Awful salaries. Poor pay 2/23/2021 3:39 PM

122 The traffic and lack of efficient routes. 2/23/2021 3:35 PM

# [WHAT CONCERNS YOU ABOUT THE GROWTH OCCURRING IN IDAHO FALLS?] Q1: AREA 1 DATE

1 Rising cost of homes. 4/15/2021 10:51 PM

2 No one cares to know their neighbors anymore. Everything is crowded. No land anymore. 4/11/2021 11:14 AM

3 That it will grow too fast and bring in wealthy people that will make the current residents too poor to afford anything 4/9/2021 7:39 AM

4 The city growing faster than the people are 4/8/2021 7:15 PM

5 the traffic accomodating the growth 4/6/2021 8:43 PM

6 Ammon and it’s close proximity has terrible infrastructure and doesn’t take keep current with keeping traffic flowmoving, this backs up the congestion of traffic throughout the east side of Idaho Falls.

4/6/2021 7:03 AM

7 Lower income and young people will be/are priced out of the ability to afford housing. This may also lead to morehomeless.

4/5/2021 9:00 PM

8 The cost of living going way up 4/5/2021 11:42 AM

9 Housing inventory not keeping up with demand, especially diverse housing that is affordable for young people. 3/31/2021 7:24 PM

10 The rate at which costs are increasing. 3/30/2021 2:32 PM

11 That it will be hap hazard and not "smart growth"/that we will miss out on this opportunity 3/29/2021 3:22 PM

12 I worry about hasty development, rapid expansion that brings poor quality and unintentional consequences. I worrythat our traffic planners are just feeding the congestion by not doing enough to help create an environment thatallows and encourages people to be able to make fewer trips by car.

3/26/2021 1:12 PM

13 The sprawl and strip malls. It seems like everything is getting farther and farther apart with multilane, high speedstreets as the only way to get there. I wish that walking and biking were easier and more common in Idaho Falls.Additionally, I wish we had a nice public transit option to connect disparate parts of town.

3/21/2021 4:32 PM

14 Sustainable water supply 3/21/2021 2:20 PM

15 Cleanliness. Parking especially closer to downtown town and the west side housing. Traffic. The lack of aRecreation center that could compete with Club Apple.

3/19/2021 10:27 PM

16 Growth is good, as long as it’s managed well with better roads and sidewalks. Also making sure the city staysattractive.

3/19/2021 1:10 PM

17 Traffic congestion; affordable housing 3/18/2021 4:46 PM

18 Whether it will be well-planned. 3/18/2021 3:22 PM

19 . 3/16/2021 6:34 PM

20 Crime 3/16/2021 3:10 PM

21 Lack of affordable housing 3/15/2021 8:03 PM

22 And negative emotional reactions of some of the residents if you do not want new people to move here 3/15/2021 4:39 PM

23 We don't need it. Soon our values will change and we will be just another city that doesn't have a clue abouthumanity, just money.

3/15/2021 4:01 PM

24 We are not expanding to accommodate growth, there are very little things to do in the town, we need to createinclusion and diversity and foster the ideas to bring more people here to help growth

3/12/2021 9:02 AM

25 That Idaho falls will not grow with the growth we are seeing. We are no longer a small town and we need to stoppretending we are to make people happy that are afraid of change.

3/12/2021 8:38 AM

26 Crime and drugs coming in from CA and Oregon 3/11/2021 10:21 PM

27 Growth here in Idaho Falls could bring an increase to the income gap between neighbors in the town. 3/11/2021 1:16 PM

28 the rapid growth and influx of out of town/state residents 3/11/2021 11:58 AM

29 traffic 3/11/2021 11:45 AM

30 drug proplem 3/11/2021 10:15 AM

31 The growth will continue as suburban sprawl instead of rethinking how we develop our city. 3/10/2021 8:49 PM

32 We are abandoning downtown and growing on the outskirts 3/10/2021 8:46 AM

33 Becoming urbanized 3/9/2021 6:45 PM

34 The need for safe bike routes isn’t being taken into consideration 3/9/2021 3:29 PM


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35 Insufficient appropriate housing 3/9/2021 3:24 PM

36 I am not bothered by growth. It will happen. We just have to be smart about housing and job opportunities andeducational opportunity.

3/9/2021 1:00 PM

37 LACK OF SUSTAINABLE WATER 3/8/2021 1:40 PM

38 Increased crime and traffic. Increased cost of living. 3/5/2021 7:12 AM

39 Cost of living increases, loss of small town feel, increased crime, lack of job opportunities to afford the increasedcost of living

3/5/2021 7:10 AM

40 The traffic and lack of housing, entertainment, and restaurant variety. 3/4/2021 11:50 PM

41 My concern is outsiders moving here and wanting to change our ways of life. We are a conservative city withdecent morals and values and we should stay this way. I am also concerned with rising crimes.

3/4/2021 9:32 PM

42 Pollution 3/4/2021 4:59 PM

43 Cost of living increasing, and not being able to afford to live here like I have the majority of my life. 3/2/2021 6:47 PM

44 One disadvantage of more people moving to IF will be people expecting the very "comforts and lifestyles" they weretrying to leave behind. An example is snow-free streets. People unacquainted with Idaho climates may notunderstand the logistics of snow removal. There will be increased use of the riversides and Greenbelt leading todamaging changes in those areas. Increased traffic. Increased crime. Developments along the Greenbelt detractfrom and interrupt the landscape of the area. River development may actually destroy the integrity of the river, itself.

3/1/2021 8:33 AM

45 Crime rate increase, difficulty for low income to find affordable housing 2/28/2021 8:04 AM

46 more people moving here 2/27/2021 9:00 AM

47 What does it mean money-wise for those who are already struggling? 2/26/2021 7:00 PM

48 We’re not prepared 2/26/2021 8:27 AM

49 Falling apart or decline of older historic neighborhoods 2/26/2021 7:24 AM

50 Traffic, pot holes 2/26/2021 4:09 AM

51 Traffic on small two way roads 2/25/2021 8:46 PM

52 Crime 2/25/2021 6:46 PM

53 That the over-all quality of the people might deteriorate from lack of concern for the needs of babies and children. 2/25/2021 6:17 PM

54 nothing 2/25/2021 5:16 PM

55 Traffic 2/25/2021 3:11 PM

56 Increase in traffic and crime rate, not being able to buy a house 2/25/2021 3:07 PM

57 New growth is not paying for itself enough 2/25/2021 2:12 PM

58 The city government is deceiving when it doesn’t acknowledge crime, drug issues, traffic problems. Does disclosecrime and issues in the city.

2/25/2021 12:46 PM

59 Civil plan 2/25/2021 12:03 PM

60 Housing has become more unaffordable and scarce. 2/25/2021 9:25 AM

61 Idaho falls does not seem to have the resources for the growth in Idaho Falls. 2/25/2021 8:53 AM

62 Traffic issues causing the city to consider things like widening Boulevard 2/25/2021 7:25 AM

63 We are losing good farm land. Uncontrolled growth can lead to neighborhoods that are okay for a few years, but inthe end are run down and not desirable.

2/25/2021 6:51 AM

64 That developers are not in touch with anything but profit 2/25/2021 6:27 AM

65 Losing the opportunity to afford a rural property 2/24/2021 9:11 PM

66 It is bordering on feeling too commercial 2/24/2021 8:10 PM

67 Housing 2/24/2021 6:30 PM

68 Housing keeping up with growth 2/24/2021 6:08 PM

69 I’m concerned there’s more accommodations made for new comers than listening to life long Idaho falls residents 2/24/2021 5:54 PM

70 That we fall behind on revenue and can not keep up with the infrastructure costs 2/24/2021 5:14 PM

71 Traffic and speeding. 2/24/2021 4:47 PM

72 If people don't take care of what we have and keep trying to build new cheep buildings on the outskirts of town 2/24/2021 4:19 PM

73 The taxes are too low to support the kind of infrastructure needed to support the population. My property taxesprovide less than $85 for our schools for the year. We need to be investing in our community, and sometimes thatcomes with a price tag.

2/24/2021 4:01 PM

74 The lack of infrastructure to support it. The roads can't handle the traffic already. The dramatic increase in the cost 2/24/2021 2:23 PM


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of living is another concern.

75 Becoming CA 2/24/2021 12:34 PM

76 That the city isn't embracing the growth and will let developers do what they want by not widening streets or puttingin proper landscaping, lighting, and sidewalks, especially on the outskirts of town. I also fear they won't preserve theright amount of right of way to future road networks and widenings, also with the possibility of public transit whetherthat be bus or rail, especially with land costs increasing. More collaboration with ITD, BMPO, and the City ofAmmon. Everyone seems to be doing their own thing and then the entire region suffers because there is nocohesive plan. I also fear that the city won't encourage new and innovative enough developments both residentiallyor commercially.

2/24/2021 11:56 AM

77 Mismanagement at the city level. 2/24/2021 11:39 AM

78 That the infrastructure will not keep up with the growth 2/24/2021 11:33 AM

79 I am concerned that the city does not require developers to build a new elementary school every time it develops aneighborhood like other large cities require. When I lived in Portland, every new neighborhood development includeda school and most included a fire station.

2/24/2021 8:54 AM

80 The roads aren't very great as-is; further growth may strain them 2/24/2021 8:14 AM

81 Traffic 2/24/2021 7:50 AM

82 Businesses overrunning neighborhoods 2/24/2021 7:28 AM

83 Violence and crime 2/24/2021 6:57 AM

84 Crime, traffic, associated costs due to inflation of the local economy 2/24/2021 6:14 AM

85 CRIME RATE!!!!!!! 2/24/2021 5:40 AM

86 It concerns me that we are already way behind in building bigger schools that are more conducive to productivelearning, and it is going to be tough to change the stubborn minds of those who have recently opposed those bonds

2/24/2021 12:56 AM

87 Urban sprawl lack of planning that promotes community values 2/24/2021 12:06 AM

88 Main concern is that growth in mid level and higher paying jobs has not kept pace with the influx of residents. Manynew jobs seem focused on the service sector or other low wage, low skill positions which when combined withincreased competition for limited housing options is leading many to financial stress.

2/23/2021 11:06 PM

89 Higher cost of living. 2/23/2021 10:25 PM

90 Tax increases driving away and preventing growth 2/23/2021 9:10 PM

91 Incoming of more bad influences 2/23/2021 8:45 PM

92 Housing cost. 2/23/2021 8:40 PM

93 That the older community will keep voting against progress, growth, and needed infrastructure 2/23/2021 6:14 PM

94 Not planning ahead for the growth so that amenities are developed ahead, not providing the right incentives tobusinesses to develop in the right areas

2/23/2021 5:27 PM

95 It' too much 2/23/2021 4:45 PM

96 Not enough jobs, especially decent paying jobs to sustain the population 2/23/2021 4:37 PM

97 Drugs, violence 2/23/2021 4:23 PM

98 Crime 2/23/2021 4:19 PM

99 Traffic congestion and lack of affordable housing. 2/23/2021 3:54 PM


1 The need for housing is creating poor planning, lack of development creativity 4/15/2021 2:59 PM

2 nothing 4/11/2021 11:07 AM

3 Traffic, crime, wasted time getting around will all get worse. 4/7/2021 3:27 PM

4 Lack of potable water & lack of public transportation. 4/6/2021 10:31 PM

5 Roadways being insufficient to handle growth 4/6/2021 9:22 PM

6 More crime and low income housing 4/6/2021 8:37 PM

7 Housing costs 4/6/2021 7:44 PM

8 Too fast of growth driving up the housing market scarcity and price. Too much traffic for our small city. 4/6/2021 6:24 PM

9 Traffic 4/6/2021 6:18 PM

10 California culture. 4/6/2021 12:30 PM

11 If roads/infrastructure and crime enforcement can keep up 4/6/2021 10:17 AM

12 More crime 4/5/2021 9:57 PM


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13 Don't like the idea of outsiders coming into our city and changing our identity, muddling it - making it something likecalifornia (sorry -but we're not california)

4/5/2021 9:31 PM

14 People moving from California and other heavily populated states will vote in the same policies that led them toleave their state.

3/31/2021 1:42 PM

15 Fewer jobs and more crime 3/31/2021 10:57 AM

16 The lack of planning and budgeting to keep up with growth. 3/29/2021 10:17 AM

17 I am concerned about our infrastructure. Our roads can barely support the number of people as it ie. i fear that if wecontinue to grow our streets will become undriveable. I also fear that when we make fixes to the infrastructure wewill only plan for the population as is and not for future growth.

3/26/2021 9:29 PM

18 the skyrocketing home prices are hurting young buyers 3/26/2021 2:34 PM

19 Road capacity not keeping up with growth 3/25/2021 10:41 AM

20 Communities that are walled off and divided my major arterial roads 3/24/2021 3:35 PM

21 More stress upon the infrastructure and outside influences 3/24/2021 11:04 AM

22 Affordability of housing 3/23/2021 4:43 PM

23 Too rapid and rising level of crime 3/23/2021 9:18 AM

24 Crime has already increased, our roads weren’t built for the traffic we already have.. also there is nothing to do here.What happened to the event center?

3/22/2021 10:22 AM

25 Increased traffic. 3/21/2021 11:53 AM

26 Political views 3/20/2021 10:21 PM

27 I feel like there seems to be problems with cohesion between different towns like Idaho Falls and Ammon andcounty areas surrounding these areas. I hope these areas seriously partner with Idaho Falls and realize big growthis coming and we can't be doing things relatively unplanned like the past. Ammon area needs to step up game andget realistic with sidwalks, bikepaths, parks. Somehow we need to better implement plans that probably are alreadymade or a mess will happen with IF metro area. Idaho Falls and region needs to get serious about stricter codes,especially landscape requirements. Growth will come but it's up to city to do it right to create an environmentresidents proudly call home.

3/20/2021 1:22 AM

28 being too worried about automobile flow instead of pedestrian/bicycle flow. 3/19/2021 4:48 PM

29 That it will be only right wing people fleeing the coasts. 3/19/2021 2:57 AM

30 Increased crime 3/18/2021 10:36 PM

31 Liberals moving from CA 3/18/2021 10:10 PM

32 Home costs, rise in crime, extreme liberal attitudes 3/18/2021 9:30 PM

33 People who want to change it. 3/18/2021 6:54 PM

34 Planning, traffic congestion, unwelcoming attitude of citizens 3/18/2021 3:34 PM

35 Pollution/littering , crowding, cost of housing/housing opportunities 3/18/2021 10:50 AM

36 Taxes are on the rise but wages increases don't seem to be. Consider inflation and housing costs for the area to themedian pay.

3/16/2021 1:54 PM

37 Crime appears to be increasing 3/16/2021 11:01 AM

38 Somewhat concerned 3/15/2021 10:05 PM

39 That it is not sustainable 3/15/2021 4:43 PM

40 It's current infrastructure and economy is not equipped to sustain the influx of growth. 3/15/2021 3:42 PM

41 Road space 3/13/2021 6:20 PM

42 Increasing crime rates!! 3/12/2021 9:02 PM

43 Capital to spend on new and existing infrastructure and schools 3/12/2021 3:11 PM

44 Cost of housing, lack of jobs, not enough schools, traffic congestion 3/12/2021 2:04 PM

45 Too many people 3/12/2021 12:59 PM

46 We'll end up like Cali where they stop reporting on drugs and murders because there are too many 3/12/2021 11:18 AM

47 People don’t know how to manage more people on the road or don’t care to. We (sedan) got hit by a truck because“they just didn’t see us” even when we honked. It’s like people aren’t used to having more cars than usual there.

3/12/2021 10:55 AM

48 The people that are coming in don’t have the same feeling of community as the natives. 3/12/2021 10:50 AM

49 Traffic, supply and demand 3/12/2021 9:17 AM

50 Cost of housing 3/12/2021 9:02 AM

51 The city not keeping up with the growth 3/12/2021 8:57 AM


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52 Congestion 3/12/2021 8:47 AM

53 The growth has increased the cost of living here. I was born and raised here in Idaho Falls and I have alwayswanted to stay here. The rapid influx of individuals from outside of idaho has changed the culture and feel of IdahoFalls. Idaho Falls has grown so quickly that housing costs have increased greatly. I graduated college in a reliableSTEM field, and home costs were so expensive I nearly couldn’t afford to buy a home here. Rent is the same way,rent is so expensive that people who grew up here cannot afford to stay here. Another concern I have about growthis the change in the city. Traffic is much worse than it used to be, and people are far more rude. Idaho Falls is notthe city it used to be, and people like myself no longer want to live here because of all the changes that haveresulted from the population boom in this area.

3/12/2021 8:43 AM

54 Continued rise of housing costs 3/12/2021 8:16 AM

55 Crime. 3/12/2021 8:11 AM

56 Poor planning in the surrounding county- traffic and roads 3/12/2021 8:06 AM

57 The crime & the traffic 3/11/2021 7:25 PM

58 Not enough help for everyone 3/11/2021 1:29 PM

59 loss of small town feel and history, housing impact from rapid growth will continue to drive up pricing for thosewanting to buy but unable to in current trending market

3/11/2021 11:58 AM

60 Crime 3/11/2021 11:57 AM

61 That crime increases 3/10/2021 5:35 PM

62 Nothing 3/10/2021 1:52 PM

63 What sort of people will be attracted 3/10/2021 8:44 AM

64 too fast, infrastructure not built for it, people who want big city life should move to existing big cities 3/10/2021 8:35 AM

65 Too many out of staters driving locals out due to cost of housing and taxes 3/9/2021 7:47 PM


67 McMansions are making IF look like every other sprawling city in the US - we need to keep our uniqueness 3/9/2021 4:24 PM

68 Mayor has preplanned what she wants and disregards input 3/9/2021 2:20 PM

69 Will take away the small town feel 3/9/2021 10:44 AM

70 Constant growth is unsustainable. Eventually, we will fun out of resources. 3/9/2021 10:42 AM

71 Traffic 3/9/2021 10:17 AM

72 More crime 3/9/2021 9:44 AM

73 I am nervous with all the big housing developments we are losing our agriculture. I believe that the annexations arefar too many forcing individuals into a higher property tax bracket.

3/9/2021 9:42 AM

74 Lack of infrastructure to support growth 3/9/2021 9:41 AM

75 It's becoming more crowded and uncomfortable. 3/9/2021 9:15 AM

76 Traffic and price of housing since many people are moving from other places that can afford housing at higher costthan people from the area.

3/8/2021 9:24 AM

77 If it grows too fast and there is no planning 3/5/2021 8:19 AM

78 It will turn into a big city along with all the problems 3/4/2021 8:49 PM

79 Too fast 3/4/2021 2:04 PM

80 Drugs, pollution, and all the fields and trees being cut down to make room for more people. Whether its housing,buildings, parking lots, or trash and needles on the ground.

3/4/2021 1:34 PM

81 Will more than just streets become crowded, riverwalk, retail, etc. 3/4/2021 12:10 PM

82 beautification & gentrification - Developing aesthetically pleasing projects that fail to consider long-term and short-term impacts potentially displacing entire communities initial growth enhancement efforts sought to assist.

3/3/2021 6:18 PM

83 Unchecked low-density sprawl 3/3/2021 5:21 PM

84 Housing costs 3/3/2021 1:10 PM

85 too much growth without a plan 3/3/2021 12:56 PM

86 That all fields will become subdivisions with no parks or schools or other public areas to break them up and provideservices

3/3/2021 8:06 AM

87 Being able to age in place 3/3/2021 5:26 AM

88 Culture change 3/2/2021 8:51 PM

89 Loss of conservative values/poor leadership of School Boards 3/2/2021 9:53 AM

90 The city is not keeping up with growth already and it doesn't seem like there is a genuine interest in doing so 3/2/2021 8:12 AM


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91 Roads too narrow / roads take priority along green belt instead of outdoor cafes / businesses 3/2/2021 5:05 AM

92 Idaho Falls does not appear to have any enforceable noise laws especially for motor vehicles and there is an everincreasing number of loud vehicles and radios..

3/1/2021 10:44 PM

93 Too many nice but older neighborhoods are becoming low rent zones because of the owners taking advantage of alack of affordable housing options. Also, we need better paying jobs to attract more professionals.

3/1/2021 10:29 PM

94 Cost of housing continuing to rise. 2/28/2021 1:14 PM

95 Bigger separation between “poor” and “rich” in schools, neighborhoods and churches 2/28/2021 11:31 AM

96 It doesn't feel like there's a plan for traffic 2/27/2021 11:07 AM

97 Resources for homeless unable to keep up with growth 2/26/2021 4:06 PM

98 The roads not being able to handle the increase in population 2/26/2021 3:12 PM

99 crime. 2/26/2021 10:38 AM

100 Crime increasimg 2/26/2021 10:20 AM

101 That we will become so big that we lose that small hometown sense of community and I really worry about safetywith that loss

2/26/2021 10:15 AM

102 Intolerance 2/26/2021 9:25 AM

103 Our roads and streets are not designed for more growth. 2/26/2021 8:27 AM

104 Crime 2/25/2021 11:54 PM

105 Lack of jobs that pay enough to live on 2/25/2021 6:11 PM

106 traffic and availability of housing 2/25/2021 5:48 PM

107 Crime 2/25/2021 5:11 PM

108 Nothing 2/25/2021 4:45 PM

109 Traffic and crime. 2/25/2021 4:20 PM

110 Too much and too fast... 2/25/2021 1:29 PM

111 Nothing 2/25/2021 12:27 PM

112 Not enough affordable housing not enough jobs for people moving here, low wages so more people would needpublic assistance, increase in homelessness, increases in mental health issues that we don’t have the resourcesfor, no affordable medical insurance, medical cost way too expensive

2/25/2021 12:25 PM

113 Increased pricing 2/25/2021 10:26 AM

114 Just affordability. We can't sustain higher and higher prices for housing with the jobs in this area. 2/25/2021 9:54 AM

115 Loss of neighborly concern 2/25/2021 9:10 AM

116 The police here are not trained and or mentally steady enough to handle the pressures and burden of a diversepopulation. They can’t even handle a gun. And they run each other over up at the windmills. Either we address thisor we keep putting ourselves in the New York Times for untrained police new on the force shooting people in theirown backyards.

2/25/2021 12:59 AM

117 Housing prices going through the roof 2/25/2021 12:02 AM

118 - 2/24/2021 10:29 PM

119 Nothing 2/24/2021 10:09 PM

120 The way others have been raised and they have been taught to disrespect. 2/24/2021 9:44 PM

121 Greater low-density sprawl of cookie-cutter construction 2/24/2021 9:43 PM

122 Distroying traditional cultures to make any identity political group rule all decisions. 2/24/2021 9:40 PM

123 The developments are cheaply done and look bad, they’re not environmentally conscious, we need farmland tosustain life, and I’d like to see less political change happening.

2/24/2021 9:24 PM

124 I’m nervous this city will become another I-15 suburb. Though Salt Lake is fun, the city doesn’t stop until outside ofOgden and clear past Pason. I don’t want Idaho Falls to be like this.

2/24/2021 9:22 PM

125 Liberal political and social views that will change culture 2/24/2021 8:55 PM

126 Less outdoor activities 2/24/2021 8:25 PM

127 The increase in major crimes. Although the police departments do a fantastic job, they can not stop the increase incrime that a larger population brings with it, they can just deal with it as it happens. Meaning protection after thefact.

2/24/2021 8:14 PM

128 Crime 2/24/2021 7:58 PM

129 Nothing 2/24/2021 5:34 PM


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130 Losing the farm land 2/24/2021 5:30 PM

131 Taking longer to get around town 2/24/2021 4:37 PM

132 Too much traffic and increase crime 2/24/2021 4:07 PM

133 Too much. Too fast. 2/24/2021 3:59 PM

134 Cost of everything going up 2/24/2021 3:57 PM

135 The price possible going up for commodities 2/24/2021 3:34 PM

136 Crazy leftists voting for the same things that caused them to leave their former homes 2/24/2021 2:40 PM

137 Traffic and my kids being able to come back from college and afford to live anywhere nearby 2/24/2021 1:34 PM

138 Pushing locals out 2/24/2021 1:11 PM

139 Nothing. I wish it would stay small, however. 2/24/2021 1:10 PM

140 I'm concerned about who comes into Idaho Falls. I'm for anyone who supports free speech and honest distributionof information.

2/24/2021 12:51 PM

141 Emergency services being overrun. 2/24/2021 12:07 PM

142 You pander to Ca and out of staters forcing people who grew up her out of the community 2/24/2021 12:01 PM

143 Possibly more crime and homelessness, but that is something we can get in front of 2/24/2021 11:58 AM

144 Rapid development without adding more services and green spaces. 2/24/2021 11:34 AM

145 If we're backward in government, if our policies aren't reflective of current facts or innovative solutions to problems,we need to change that. Some of the people we choose to represent "us" don't represent me.

2/24/2021 11:15 AM

146 Housing prices 2/24/2021 10:44 AM

147 Ppl from out of state should pay a small tax when purchasing within 208 2/24/2021 10:31 AM

148 Jobs loss to many people not enough jobs, Crime rate going up. More Accidents 2/24/2021 10:29 AM

149 The lack of a belt route to get from one side of the city to the other in a decent amount of time. No help frombuilders to supply funds for building new schools. Lack of upkeep to city parks.

2/24/2021 10:19 AM

150 Out of state people moving here due to conditions of where they live and not changing their voting habits. 2/24/2021 9:51 AM

151 The crime that is coming with the influx of new residents. 2/24/2021 9:31 AM

152 The traffic and people not knowing how to drive. 2/24/2021 9:26 AM

153 We will lose our history 2/24/2021 8:46 AM

154 It’s too fast to keep up with roads and housing 2/24/2021 8:44 AM

155 Everything. All of our stores are always out of supplies, the wait times at restaurants are ridiculous, the traffic onthe weekends is terrible, any fun activities in the area are always way to crowded to go to, we have a lot morecrime, housing prices are skyrocketing, and our wages are not enough to afford a house in this area due to theincreasing cost.

2/24/2021 8:33 AM

156 Cost of living 2/24/2021 8:08 AM

157 I would like more family oriented stuff but the definition of family can be all inclusive 2/24/2021 7:49 AM

158 More police 2/24/2021 7:09 AM

159 Traffic and all the crime 2/24/2021 6:47 AM

160 Not enough law inforcement 2/24/2021 2:38 AM

161 Prices are rising too fast for the local market to reasonably adjust to 2/23/2021 11:01 PM

162 Unaffordable Real estate prices 2/23/2021 9:54 PM

163 Nothing 2/23/2021 9:51 PM

164 Lack of planning for the coming growth 2/23/2021 9:49 PM

165 Lack of infasteucture 2/23/2021 9:27 PM

166 With rapid growth, overall planning needs to take place for the future and not just what's needed now. Idaho Fallshas failed many times on only expaning in one direction (old mall (Northgate Mile), then new mall/hospital andignoring downtown/existing neighborhoods). Need to continue to develop in existing areas along with new to provideall residents with opportunities.

2/23/2021 8:38 PM

167 How high can the property tax go? 2/23/2021 8:07 PM

168 Traffic, traffic, traffic 2/23/2021 7:49 PM

169 traffic and other city growing pains. Also too much to quick I fear the housing market will crash soon. Peoplemoving to escape large cities as opposed to people moving here for careers.

2/23/2021 7:19 PM

170 Less natural paths\country 2/23/2021 7:14 PM


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171 Affordable living 2/23/2021 7:10 PM

172 Not enough housing, and landlords being greedy and gouging rental prices. 2/23/2021 7:09 PM

173 Rising crime rates 2/23/2021 6:53 PM

174 Crime 2/23/2021 6:41 PM

175 None 2/23/2021 6:12 PM

176 Increasing cost of living 2/23/2021 6:11 PM

177 One day you’ll have to drive for hours to be alone. 2/23/2021 6:05 PM

178 The City needs to be proactive in encouraging growth by getting areas ready for development 2/23/2021 6:04 PM

179 We are too small for that 2/23/2021 5:48 PM

180 traffix 2/23/2021 5:36 PM

181 It will get too big 2/23/2021 5:14 PM

182 Lawlessness 2/23/2021 5:14 PM

183 Nothing as long as the city continues to add to the growth with new things like the landing that is being built. 2/23/2021 5:03 PM

184 Crime and Traffic 2/23/2021 5:02 PM

185 Too many people has made our housing prices jump, traffic is horrendous, activities are too crowded, and I feel it isgetting less safe.

2/23/2021 4:13 PM

186 Costs going up 2/23/2021 4:13 PM

187 I hope we plan ahead as far as transportation and get ahead of the problem with a belt loop rather than just reactingafter the growth comes.

2/23/2021 3:59 PM

188 traffic 2/23/2021 3:58 PM

189 We have to rely on the post office, library, and DMV on the other side of town, and it's always crazy busy. 2/23/2021 3:45 PM

190 It's too much 2/23/2021 3:43 PM

191 Haphazard growth and to many downtowns. 2/23/2021 3:42 PM

192 The rising cost of homes and shortage that we are experiencing is pricing current residents out of theirneighborhoods. As well as the increased crime that is happening

2/23/2021 3:38 PM

193 Crime, traffic etc. It always goes the same when cities get big 2/23/2021 3:38 PM


1 Crime 4/16/2021 7:17 AM

2 Too fast, not planned, the potential clash of cultures 4/13/2021 2:29 PM

3 Putting a huge ugly water tower in South Capital Park. How about putting it just south of the current one west ofIdaho Falls Power?

4/11/2021 11:21 AM

4 Crime, drugs 4/7/2021 6:48 PM

5 Growing too much, too fast without a plan 4/7/2021 5:53 AM

6 Potential of higher crime and “Californication” 4/6/2021 6:22 PM

7 Stretching the use of limited resources ie. water and electricity 4/6/2021 6:17 PM

8 Who is moving here 4/6/2021 6:09 PM

9 Schools and housing market 4/5/2021 9:34 PM

10 Schools over crowded 4/1/2021 4:45 PM

11 Multi family housing. Snake river landing ia simply becoming a huge apartment complex. 3/30/2021 2:27 PM

12 More people with Democrat views 3/27/2021 1:48 AM

13 Safety 3/26/2021 12:04 AM

14 It is outpacing the City's ability to keep up with infrastructure demands 3/23/2021 7:37 AM

15 Not enough sidewalks, cleanliness 3/22/2021 11:57 AM

16 Lack of housing options 3/22/2021 9:12 AM

17 I don’t want more crime. 3/21/2021 5:58 PM

18 Prices will rise 3/21/2021 8:49 AM

19 In part just being too crowded, I also worry about the increase in crime and violence that seems to come especiallywith poorly planned/managed grown.

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20 The loss of community feel. 3/19/2021 10:39 PM

21 Traffic and safety 3/19/2021 6:28 AM

22 Changing values 3/17/2021 2:05 PM

23 Crime 3/15/2021 7:38 PM

24 The cost of housing 3/15/2021 4:09 PM

25 Bringing bigger city problems into our smaller city 3/15/2021 3:24 PM

26 The road lay out is not conducive for the growth 3/15/2021 6:14 AM

27 Lack of childcare options 3/13/2021 4:25 PM

28 Nothing.. maybe crime because lack of education . 3/12/2021 1:26 PM

29 None 3/12/2021 11:31 AM

30 Cost of living, traffic, safety 3/12/2021 8:14 AM

31 Skyrocketing housing prices, traffic congestion 3/11/2021 2:49 PM

32 That it changes the small town feel that we have here. I have lived in large cities all around the world for most of mylife, and what we have in Idaho Falls is special and why I choose to make this my home.

3/11/2021 12:20 PM

33 Traffic and the crime increase. Schools are not large enough. 3/11/2021 12:11 PM

34 safety 3/11/2021 11:45 AM

35 Street congestion 3/11/2021 11:29 AM

36 Inadequate planning and inadequate upkeep of current infrastructure 3/10/2021 7:55 PM

37 Don’t want it to get too big 3/10/2021 6:24 PM

38 new people coming into the area trying to change the area so it is like what they had in the area they left 3/10/2021 5:39 PM

39 Traffic/congestion 3/10/2021 5:14 PM

40 Lack of infrastructure, stress on schools and bad traffic! 3/10/2021 4:25 PM

41 Infrastructure/ traffic, not enough on westside 3/10/2021 3:43 PM

42 Price of housing 3/10/2021 3:21 PM

43 School Districts can't keep up with growth. 3/10/2021 3:08 PM

44 The infrastructure isn't ready for the amount of growth 3/10/2021 3:06 PM

45 Increase in crime 3/10/2021 2:51 PM

46 Police and training and security 3/10/2021 2:47 PM

47 Traffic and housing concerns 3/10/2021 2:32 PM

48 Housing prices. 3/10/2021 1:03 PM

49 Traffic. But I am most discouraged my children will be priced out of home ownership 3/10/2021 5:17 AM

50 My main concern with the growth is that many of our values will be thrown aside to welcome some of these big citygroups.

3/9/2021 6:39 PM

51 Increase costs 3/9/2021 4:32 PM

52 Crime 3/9/2021 3:24 PM

53 Not being able to improve the infrastructure at the same pace as the growth 3/9/2021 3:01 PM

54 Expansion in ammon area but the west side is lacking shopping and restaurants 3/9/2021 2:38 PM

55 traffic and crime 3/9/2021 1:32 PM

56 Poor or no planning for increased vehicle traffic. 3/9/2021 12:14 PM

57 Traffic becoming worse 3/9/2021 11:47 AM

58 Nothing. 3/9/2021 9:21 AM

59 No public transportation, not enough good paying jobs, people who grow up here will not be able to afford to livehere.

3/5/2021 10:53 AM

60 Traffic, crowding in schools, housing costs. 3/4/2021 1:47 AM

61 More crime, "urban sprawl," we appear to be close to annexing Shelley 3/3/2021 11:54 AM

62 Commute times tonwork 3/2/2021 7:10 PM

63 Lack of infrastructure and not enough working with the county (surounding area). 3/1/2021 8:01 AM

64 Lack of cohesive regional plan with Bonneville County, Jefferson County, City of Ammon. We need to preserve 2/28/2021 6:54 AM


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farms and rural areas or we will feel like the Treasure Valley before too long.

65 So much crime 2/27/2021 12:33 PM

66 happening too fast without enough long-term planning - public transportation, open space in particular 2/26/2021 5:08 PM

67 Traffic. 2/25/2021 11:31 PM

68 Congested roads. 2/25/2021 10:20 PM

69 The amount of affordable housing 2/25/2021 8:26 PM

70 Rising housing prices 2/25/2021 7:02 PM

71 Losing our farm land and what country areas we are losing. Everyone needs country areas and they are being overrun with houses.

2/25/2021 12:22 PM

72 Increased traffic 2/25/2021 8:06 AM

73 Keep California out of Idaho Falls and Idaho in general. 2/24/2021 8:46 PM

74 Increased traffic. 2/24/2021 8:25 PM

75 Nothing really 2/24/2021 7:01 PM

76 honestly--how unwelcoming some can be. 2/24/2021 6:25 PM

77 Crime, there have been so many violent crimes this year 2/24/2021 6:00 PM

78 Raising costs 2/24/2021 4:53 PM

79 Housing is a nightmare. I have lived here my whole life and now I cant afford a house because I don't make sixfigures.

2/24/2021 2:08 PM

80 Traffic 2/24/2021 1:53 PM

81 Inability for local young adults to be able to afford housing on their own. 2/24/2021 1:02 PM

82 Sprawl and further subdivision development. 2/24/2021 11:14 AM

83 The need for more employment opportunities. 2/24/2021 10:54 AM

84 I am concerned about the traffic and crime increasing too quickly. I worry about the influence of new move ins thatchange the smaller town feel of the area, then trying to make our town like the place they just moved from.

2/24/2021 8:38 AM

85 Lack of city planning 2/24/2021 7:10 AM

86 Just don't want to lose that community feeling 2/24/2021 6:53 AM

87 Traffic 2/24/2021 5:57 AM

88 These damn roads ain’t efficient enough 2/24/2021 5:37 AM

89 Over crowded 2/24/2021 4:42 AM

90 That the city isn't prepared for it and that all the developments will continue to be a decade behind the needs of ourcity...

2/24/2021 3:51 AM

91 Traffic (like the highway 20 interchange) gets worse before expansion and improvements take place. 2/24/2021 3:06 AM

92 Not enough major east/west transportation corridors 2/24/2021 2:03 AM

93 Growing to big and becoming more of a hot spot for people to move to and then our crime goes up and the drugabuse goes up. Then our town is no longer as safe as it is. Which is already decreasing but it will decrease waymore.

2/24/2021 12:05 AM

94 Traffic 2/23/2021 11:43 PM

95 Traffic 2/23/2021 11:11 PM

96 Competition between health and safety vs business (e.g. mask wearing has been portrayed as 'antibusiness') 2/23/2021 11:04 PM

97 Crime and influx of democratic infiltrating our town 2/23/2021 10:54 PM

98 Making lifelong residents unable to afford to live here. 2/23/2021 10:38 PM

99 Sprawl and traffic and lack of accommodation for walking in cycling 2/23/2021 10:28 PM

100 The rise in petty crimes, it makes me feel unsafe. 2/23/2021 10:19 PM

101 Cost of housing and increase in crime 2/23/2021 9:28 PM

102 Traffic 2/23/2021 9:12 PM

103 Will housing and wages keep up with the growth. 2/23/2021 9:02 PM

104 Too liberal here 2/23/2021 7:08 PM

105 it takes away the small town atmosphere and brings more crime 2/23/2021 7:06 PM

106 We don’t have the infrastructure to support the growth. Also the increase in cost of living is moving faster than 2/23/2021 6:50 PM


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companies can keep up with, thus causing the middle class to feel more like lower middle class income.

107 Cost of living is skyrocketing. Concerned the politics that destroyed several states are moving here 2/23/2021 6:49 PM

108 No concerns 2/23/2021 6:36 PM

109 Losing all our farmland to create housing. 2/23/2021 6:10 PM

110 Then city keeping emergency services adequate to keep up with growth 2/23/2021 6:03 PM

111 We can’t keep up with it - housing, traffic - it needs constant up keep for the continuous growth. 2/23/2021 6:00 PM

112 Rise of cost of living 2/23/2021 5:37 PM


114 We have 3 main routes across town from the west side. They are becoming busier. Also the I15 HWY 20interchange is was too busy

2/23/2021 5:29 PM

115 Lack of businesses and restaurants being built to accommodate the growth 2/23/2021 5:16 PM

116 Traffic 2/23/2021 4:52 PM

117 Crime rates/ rising taxes 2/23/2021 4:23 PM

118 We need growth for continued opportunities and activities 2/23/2021 4:15 PM

119 Tradfic 2/23/2021 4:10 PM

120 Not enough space. Keep the farm land 2/23/2021 4:05 PM

121 Affordable housing with current minimum wages 2/23/2021 3:44 PM

122 The main roads(17th in particular) are too narrow to accommodate traffic. The road needs to be widened. 2/23/2021 3:35 PM


1 Sprawl instead of improving and densifying the existing city 4/12/2021 10:02 PM

2 The Northeast end of town is being forgotten 4/6/2021 10:19 PM

3 Cost of living, political views and losing the small town friendliness 4/6/2021 7:14 PM

4 Change in cultural aspects/small town feel 4/6/2021 6:16 PM

5 Housing costs/ shortages 4/5/2021 10:02 PM

6 Traffic. 4/1/2021 9:07 PM

7 Housing market 3/31/2021 11:07 AM

8 The city allowing sprawl and not encouraging new business to fill in the existing downtown core. Developing outsideof downtown when there are multiple empty buildings ruins the downtown culture. Housing availability in the citycenter. Corporate chains versus locally owned businesses.

3/31/2021 7:17 AM

9 The city allowing sprawl while leaving empty lots and buildings in the downtown and city core empty, Housingavailability, corporations vs locally owned businesses moving in

3/31/2021 7:17 AM

10 You only get one chance to build a city. If you don't look at the research of what makes great cities great now, youdoom Idaho Falls to be a city that loses out, especially at retaining young people.

3/25/2021 11:29 PM

11 Increased property taxes 3/25/2021 6:01 PM

12 Not following city/county planning efforts 3/24/2021 4:34 PM

13 That the city has no idea how to plan appropriately for it 3/18/2021 8:22 PM

14 Lack of infrastructure to accommodate the growing amount of traffic 3/18/2021 3:08 PM

15 More people bringing more crime concerns me. 3/17/2021 12:08 AM

16 Traffic 3/16/2021 10:30 PM

17 Crime. Too many subdivisions and tiny houses that are too close together 3/16/2021 9:57 PM

18 It is putting business developments over neighborhoods as priority making housing values decrease and ruining thefeel and safety of neighborhoods where people spent a lot of money in n their homes

3/15/2021 3:24 PM

19 The schools. We are going to need bigger schools, but Idaho natives can't afford more real state taxes. Yet, we arecatering to the new move ins.

3/12/2021 5:53 PM

20 Unwillingness of people to vote for bonds that might impact property taxes will lead to insufficient infrastructure for agrowing city

3/12/2021 8:54 AM

21 The skyrocketing housing prices, more litter/trash, traffic congestion, urban sprawl, abandoning old commercialbuildings instead of renovating and repurposing spaces, everything moving east to Ammon

3/12/2021 8:05 AM

22 Can we keep up with infrastructure (including and especially schools) 3/10/2021 2:30 PM

23 making wise choices about zoning 3/10/2021 6:51 AM


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24 Nothing 3/9/2021 7:05 PM

25 the cost of living. Property tax increases are getting out of control. 3/9/2021 1:56 PM

26 FOCUS ON UPPER INCOME 3/9/2021 11:16 AM

27 el crimen 3/9/2021 10:29 AM

28 Becoming like the state of Georgia, they were so concerned about bring jobs in, they sold their sole 3/6/2021 6:07 AM

29 Not enough parks/green spaces. Traffic congestion/noise. 3/1/2021 7:16 PM

30 as the police chief once said, there is a direct correlation between population growth and increased crime 2/28/2021 7:17 PM

31 We don’t have good enough schools now, so growth would hamper improving public schools 2/27/2021 1:04 PM

32 No real thought into housing communities; profit of the builder is the number one priority instead of preserving thebeauty of the city.

2/26/2021 11:13 AM

33 People coming in faster than market can handle (can't build houses fast enough, not enough rentals, etc) 2/25/2021 8:36 PM

34 leadership will not include diverse thinking in decision making processes 2/25/2021 2:19 PM

35 California people come here 2/25/2021 10:43 AM

36 lack of consideration for current resident issues 2/25/2021 8:42 AM

37 Food deserts - poor access to healthy affordable food by walking/biking. 2/25/2021 8:29 AM

38 The freeway option between I15 and highway 20 running right between heritage hills and freeway Estates. I movedto semi country not to have a freeway put in my backyard. Defeats the purpose of living out of the city. I enjoy mysunset views.

2/24/2021 10:23 PM

39 Possibly having a freeway in my backyard 2/24/2021 10:20 PM

40 Crime! 2/24/2021 8:50 PM

41 The schools for the kids 2/24/2021 7:59 PM

42 Only concerned if we pursue growth for the same of growth. 2/24/2021 7:05 PM

43 more traffic congestion 2/24/2021 6:28 PM

44 Traffic noise in my neighborhood 2/24/2021 5:21 PM

45 That's mormans will rebel 2/24/2021 3:11 PM

46 Idaho Falls is not thinking big enough. If the advancement of infrastructure does not keep ahead of the growth, it willcripple our town.

2/24/2021 1:53 PM

47 loss of agriculture and farm grounds to ugly housing development 2/24/2021 1:05 PM

48 growth needs to be planned and thoughtful to avoid sprawl 2/24/2021 12:58 PM

49 Higher crime rate, rising hosing market. 2/24/2021 11:29 AM

50 I was born and raised, we are experiencing a culture shock from new comers and the youth would rather leave thanhelp make change.

2/24/2021 11:02 AM

51 Crime, increase in expenses without appropriate wages 2/24/2021 8:38 AM

52 Getting to crowded 2/24/2021 8:32 AM

53 Nothing. Traffic congestion may be the closest thing to a concern, but it can barely even be described ascongestion at the moment.

2/24/2021 8:14 AM

54 Turning more liberal and forgetting our true roots 2/24/2021 7:40 AM

55 Traffic. 17th and 25th are already crazy. Round-a-bouts + snow are not functional, everything is in Aamon.Downtown still has vacancies!

2/24/2021 7:40 AM

56 Crime increasing 2/23/2021 11:12 PM

57 Crime. 2/23/2021 10:25 PM

58 We’re already priced out of the housing market. 2/23/2021 9:09 PM

59 Infrastructure to support growth 2/23/2021 8:57 PM

60 turning into a boise 2/23/2021 8:32 PM

61 The county has not preserved green space in the foothills near Ammon. Eventually this will make IF area 2nd tiercompared to many other towns in the west.

2/23/2021 7:15 PM

62 Traffic and becoming lopsided and most growth is to the east in Ammon or the south 2/23/2021 6:36 PM

63 Speed/urgency 2/23/2021 6:26 PM

64 That neighborhoods like ours will be considered unnecessary so business and investors will be allowed to come inand destroy where we live.

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65 Traffic 2/23/2021 5:02 PM

66 Longtime residents resistant to growth hindering efforts to prepare for what is coming. The city is going to grow. Ifwe're not prepared with smart zoning plans and efforts to increase availability of entry-level housing options, it willhurt more.

2/23/2021 4:51 PM

67 Loss of character and gentrification 2/23/2021 4:29 PM

68 Catering to people who are not from here 2/23/2021 3:40 PM


1 Traffic 4/15/2021 4:17 PM

2 The amount of farm ground in the east side being turned into housing developments. 4/11/2021 4:52 PM

3 Narrow county roads that are unsafe, with too high speed limits. Neighborhood planning does not seem toencourage energy efficient, durable housing. Most housing developments appear so cheap they will be run down ina matter of years. RVs, snow machines, 4 wheelers parked along neighborhoods make streets less safe for kids.While there are rules about these vehicles not decorating the roads, it is not enforced and multiple houses have hadthe same boat or RV parked on the roadway for over a year.

4/11/2021 3:26 PM

4 Lack of schools & traffic 4/8/2021 8:14 PM



7 it will intensify discord in the community 4/7/2021 10:13 AM

8 We don’t have the infrastructure to handle all this influx of people. 4/6/2021 10:53 PM

9 Infrastructure not keeping up with demand. 4/6/2021 10:21 PM

10 Keeping up older neighborhoods 4/6/2021 10:19 PM

11 Housing shortage and cost 4/6/2021 10:17 PM

12 Enforcement of speed limits and other driving laws 4/6/2021 7:39 PM

13 People from out of town changing the dynamics 4/6/2021 11:40 AM

14 Lack of new schools, road work needed 4/6/2021 8:02 AM

15 Traffic, increase in crime. Crowded schools. 4/5/2021 10:13 PM

16 Crime increases. Higher population brings more crime. The people moving here do not have the same Idahopersonality that Idahoans have. They are rude californians. They drive like rude californians.

4/1/2021 11:26 PM

17 I worry most about poor planning. That we’re just throwing affordable housing up without thought to adding to thebeauty and character of the city. We need wide roads for bikers and cars, lots of parks, landscaping (25th is abeautiful example of adding landscaping to enhance that area). We need to plan and find a way to save money formaster planned growth

4/1/2021 7:58 PM

18 Congestion and rude drivers 4/1/2021 7:10 PM

19 Too many kids and not enough schools. 4/1/2021 1:48 PM

20 Not enough infrastructure to support the growth 3/31/2021 1:52 PM

21 The traffic on main roads 3/31/2021 10:01 AM

22 Infrastructure is severely lacking, it's no longer the quiet small town it used to be, and property tax hikes 3/23/2021 11:24 AM

23 We never plan ahead, the town is set up to be small. 3/23/2021 10:33 AM

24 Losing the small town feel 3/23/2021 9:16 AM

25 Traffice 3/22/2021 3:03 PM

26 Cost of living a little. But we welcome the growth. 3/20/2021 10:15 AM

27 infrastructure 3/18/2021 5:36 PM

28 Too many apartments, nobody will care for long term 3/18/2021 10:24 AM

29 Traffic 3/17/2021 3:30 PM

30 cost of living 3/16/2021 2:27 PM

31 Shortage of affordable housing options 3/16/2021 2:25 PM

32 More traffic 3/15/2021 3:24 PM

33 Nothing 3/15/2021 3:02 PM

34 Low tolerance for diversity 3/12/2021 9:57 PM

35 Nothing 3/12/2021 8:39 PM

36 Crime 3/12/2021 8:06 PM


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37 Big developers come in and build extremely large housing developments without investing in the community andleave the burden of overgrowth on the taxpayers. City officials don't listen to legitimate concerns and approveplattes without addressing concerns

3/12/2021 8:54 AM

38 Not having some kind of beltway around the city 3/11/2021 7:41 PM

39 more crime in the city, others coming here and changing the culture 3/11/2021 3:58 PM

40 People moving here want to change our culture. 3/11/2021 12:31 PM

41 See above, road infrastructure. 3/9/2021 1:22 PM

42 As mention more people increased traffic, lack of space on rivers, reserviors trails campgrounds , parks. with thiscost go's up. As people build out South of town my view is gone I use to see mountains all around me. I walk on theroad and increased traffic increased housing development take this freedom of outdoor away from me .

3/9/2021 11:04 AM

43 Builders not putting in connecting sidewalks 3/8/2021 1:45 PM

44 crime 3/6/2021 8:16 AM

45 That streets will continue to be renamed with the overused number system. We are not SLC and don't have to copythem on ridiculous levels

3/4/2021 12:28 PM

46 High property taxes, higher cost of housing & living, creating infrastructure that will accommodate growth (Ammonhas done a terrible job of this)

3/3/2021 8:13 PM

47 That we haven’t adequately planned for that growth in any capacity. Our roads, schools, and lack of recreationfacilities hinders our ability to service an ever growing population

3/3/2021 8:10 AM

48 Traffic. Super high cost of housing drives up our taxes so much. 3/2/2021 3:23 PM

49 Developers aren't paying adequate taxes and fees to assist with the additional costs to the city including roadmaintenance, snow removal, schools, etc. Inadequate policing of minor crimes: speeding in school zones, violationof noise ordinances, petty theft. .

3/1/2021 9:01 PM

50 Roads and other infrastructure not being able to keep up with the growth 2/28/2021 1:31 PM

51 Nothing 2/28/2021 7:00 AM

52 The area around the river going to private business only 2/27/2021 10:33 AM

53 Crime traffic 2/27/2021 8:23 AM

54 I don't have a problem with growth. 2/26/2021 1:01 PM

55 Traffic Congestion 2/25/2021 11:34 PM

56 Taxes raising 2/25/2021 5:43 PM

57 traffic 2/25/2021 3:55 PM

58 Traffic and parking in some areas. Definitely not enough school space in district 91 at many of the schools, yetbuilding of new schools seem to go to the wayside even though some are busting at the seems

2/25/2021 3:41 PM

59 Lack of green space, need to invest in schools to meet growing demand 2/25/2021 11:56 AM

60 Growth seems unplanned. Planning board approves anything, despite neighbor complains, and school district'sability to house students. The city should be charging an additional fee to developers that goes to the schooldistricts for their building funs.

2/25/2021 11:36 AM

61 Crime increasing 2/25/2021 10:42 AM

62 Handling increased traffic flow and noise 2/25/2021 8:16 AM

63 Traffic, traffic, traffic. 2/25/2021 6:06 AM

64 Crime 2/25/2021 1:32 AM

65 Stay ahead of traffic routes. Why spend the effort on a roundabout when 3 years later, you will instal a light? 2/24/2021 10:53 PM

66 Worse traffic, crowding with all the subdivisions going in, growth in population but not amenities 2/24/2021 10:51 PM

67 Values changing, potential of going to a "woke" society. 2/24/2021 10:39 PM

68 Losing the feel of being a quiet, family-oriented, small city with the outdoors just minutes away. We didn't move hearfor theaters and restaurants. We wanted to enjoy Idaho, scenery, and rural spaces while commuting a shortdistance to a professional job.

2/24/2021 9:20 PM

69 Infrastructure, traffic, crowding venues 2/24/2021 7:13 PM

70 overloading infrastructure and not enough golf courses 2/24/2021 7:07 PM

71 Influx of big city bad behavior (eg aggressive driving, driving housing prices up, graffiti, lack of respect for lawenforcement, etc)

2/24/2021 6:55 PM

72 Influx of big city bad behavior (aggressive driving, driving housing costs up, graffiti and lack of respect for lawenforcement)

2/24/2021 6:55 PM

73 Infastructure challenges - traffic, the resistance from some locals to embrace change 2/24/2021 5:45 PM


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74 the schools, they are already inadequate and growth will only exacerbate this problem 2/24/2021 4:37 PM

75 Change in family oriented home town feel. 2/24/2021 3:50 PM

76 We are getting too many people from out of state. 2/24/2021 3:27 PM

77 Making sure the necessary road infrastructure can handle it. 2/24/2021 2:52 PM

78 Out of state people buying homes and driving up costs that locals can’t afford with what our jobs pay here 2/24/2021 1:44 PM

79 Increase in cars without proper increase in road space, road repair, snow removal 2/24/2021 1:35 PM

80 The traffic congestion issues 2/24/2021 1:21 PM

81 Current residents pushing against change 2/24/2021 1:08 PM

82 Traffic and how our current roads will handle it 2/24/2021 12:56 PM

83 Safety 2/24/2021 12:14 PM

84 I am concerned about the lack of space we have for new families coming to Idaho Falls. I don't want Idaho Falls tolose its small town feel by having massive apartment complexes. We chose to live with family so we could saveenough for a down payment on our own home, and with the increased influx of people moving here, we are losinghope in being able to afford a decent house of our own. It is also driving the cost of homes up drastically, and itmakes me feel like we'll never be able to own our own home in the city we love - and we who have lived in this townfor a long time can't afford our own home.

2/24/2021 11:32 AM

85 Too many businesses crammed into one place. 2/24/2021 10:41 AM

86 More property taxes 2/24/2021 9:53 AM

87 Traffic 2/24/2021 8:49 AM

88 Crime. I don’t want to see the city rot from within. I would love to see the old part of town stay nice 2/24/2021 8:06 AM

89 Traffic, too many people, lack of houses 2/24/2021 7:24 AM

90 Crowded schools and roads 2/24/2021 1:21 AM

91 Housing costs and taxes going up. 2/23/2021 11:54 PM

92 Crime 2/23/2021 11:45 PM

93 Too many progressive thinkers will dilute the traditional family values the area is known and loved for. 2/23/2021 11:05 PM

94 Liberal out-of-staters moving in 2/23/2021 10:34 PM

95 Traffic. 2/23/2021 10:29 PM

96 People coming from other states because they don't like the politics in there l thier state and trying to bring thosesame politics here.

2/23/2021 10:23 PM

97 Traffic 2/23/2021 9:03 PM

98 The lack of infrastructure to keep up. Roads are too busy and congested, stores are too crowded. People aremoving here faster than the city can keep up!

2/23/2021 9:00 PM

99 Spending how many countless dollars on "rebranding" the city and the police force. 2/23/2021 8:36 PM

100 Not have high enough quality schools 2/23/2021 8:30 PM

101 We shouldnt provide home owner exemption to newcomers 2/23/2021 8:26 PM

102 Traffic and Democrats 2/23/2021 8:24 PM

103 That we will lose our sense of community 2/23/2021 8:20 PM

104 Cost of living increasing with pay staying stagnant. 2/23/2021 8:17 PM

105 Lose the small town feel 2/23/2021 8:16 PM

106 Becoming too big of a city. People leave the big cities for a reason. 2/23/2021 7:39 PM

107 Roads 2/23/2021 7:30 PM

108 More growth means lower quality of life. 2/23/2021 6:33 PM

109 Housing cost 2/23/2021 6:31 PM

110 Changing what we love, politics and traffic 2/23/2021 6:12 PM

111 Increased crime and traffic 2/23/2021 5:46 PM

112 Crime, over crowded schools, aging schools aka the high school, no middle school, lack of swimming areas, lack ofsports fields, speed/traffic laws not being enforced.

2/23/2021 5:32 PM

113 the incoming population trying to make it into the place they came from. Idaho is the next best thing to Alaska asfar as personal freedoms go. I don't want to see a lot of restrictions on outdoor enjoyment. Actually, the greatestconcern is that the taxes increase with growth and values and suddenly the people native to the high growth areacan't afford to live there anymore

2/23/2021 5:09 PM


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114 taxes 2/23/2021 5:03 PM

115 More crime, too much traffic (and more accidents), and higher prices. It is ruining what was a great little city. 2/23/2021 5:01 PM

116 Overpopulation, rising costs of housing, change from conservative values 2/23/2021 4:57 PM


118 Rising cost and traffic 2/23/2021 4:25 PM

119 Skyrocketing home prices. My kids can’t afford to stay here and have moved away. 2/23/2021 4:11 PM

120 Decent and affordable housing 2/23/2021 4:09 PM

121 Traffic 2/23/2021 4:08 PM

122 The traffic and crime. Both have grown in the last few years. 2/23/2021 3:54 PM

123 That we pay for EVERYTHING. County and Ammon charge little and get all their services from the City! 2/23/2021 3:39 PM

124 Ultra liberal ideals. 2/23/2021 3:35 PM


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Q10 What is your ethnicity?Answered: 590 Skipped: 27

16.02%83

30.50%158

21.04%109

11.00%57

21.43%111

87.80%518

3.57%1

39.29%11

28.57%8

17.86%5

10.71%3

4.75%28

0.00%0

50.00%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

50.00%1

0.34%2

22.22%2

55.56%5

0.00%0

11.11%1

11.11%1

1.53%9

25.00%2

62.50%5

0.00%0

0.00%0

12.50%1

1.36%8

50.00%1

0.00%0

50.00%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.34%2

12.50%1

37.50%3

0.00%0

37.50%3

12.50%1

1.36%8

33.33%5

13.33%2

26.67%4

6.67%1

20.00%3

2.54%15

95 185 122 67 121 590


White orCaucasian

Hispanic orLatino

Black orAfrican...

AmericanIndian or...

Asian or AsianAmerican

NativeHawaiian or...

Single RaceOther

Two or MoreRaces Other...

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


White or Caucasian

Hispanic or Latino

Black or African American

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian or Asian American

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander

Single Race Other

Two or More Races Other (Not Hispanic or Latino)

Total Respondents


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Q11 What is your age?Answered: 601 Skipped: 16

0.00%0

100.00%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.17%1

16.00%4

32.00%8

28.00%7

20.00%5

4.00%1

4.16%25

18.52%30

28.40%46

22.22%36

11.11%18

19.75%32

26.96%162

16.29%29

32.02%57

20.22%36

11.80%21

19.66%35

29.62%178

10.20%10

28.57%28

21.43%21

13.27%13

26.53%26

16.31%98

13.58%11

32.10%26

20.99%17

8.64%7

24.69%20

13.48%81

23.21%13

39.29%22

14.29%8

5.36%3

17.86%10

9.32%56

97 188 125 67 124 601


Under 18

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65+

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


Under 18

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65+

Total Respondents


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Q12 What is your gender?Answered: 604 Skipped: 13

15.55%37

32.35%77

17.65%42

14.71%35

19.75%47

39.40%238

16.42%55

30.75%103

22.69%76

8.36%28

21.79%73

55.46%335

50.00%1

50.00%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.33%2

13.79%4

31.03%9

24.14%7

17.24%5

13.79%4

4.80%29

97 190 125 68 124 604


Male

Female

Non-binary orthird gender

Prefer not tosay

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


Male

Female

Non-binary or third gender

Prefer not to say

Total Respondents


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Q13 What is the yearly income of your household?Answered: 576 Skipped: 41

12.50%1

50.00%4

12.50%1

12.50%1

12.50%1

1.39%8

22.22%10

46.67%21

13.33%6

8.89%4

8.89%4

7.81%45

22.03%13

35.59%21

22.03%13

11.86%7

8.47%5

10.24%59

20.35%23

34.51%39

24.78%28

12.39%14

7.96%9

19.62%113

11.02%14

36.22%46

22.83%29

8.66%11

21.26%27

22.05%127

13.48%19

21.28%30

24.11%34

18.44%26

22.70%32

24.48%141

15.66%13

20.48%17

12.05%10

4.82%4

46.99%39

14.41%83

93 178 121 67 117 576


Under $15,000

Between$15,000 and...





Over $150,000

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


Under $15,000

Between $15,000 and $29,999

Between $30,000 and $49,999

Between $50,000 and $74,999

Between $75,000 and $99,999

Between $100,000 and $150,000

Over $150,000

Total Respondents


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Q14 What is the highest level of education you have attained?Answered: 604 Skipped: 13

50.00%1

50.00%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.33%2

22.22%2

55.56%5

0.00%0

22.22%2

0.00%0

1.49%9

17.78%8

44.44%20

13.33%6

8.89%4

15.56%7

7.45%45

13.07%20

34.64%53

26.14%40

7.19%11

18.95%29

25.33%153

16.36%36

28.18%62

24.09%53

10.45%23

20.91%46

36.42%220

19.44%7

16.67%6

22.22%8

13.89%5

27.78%10

5.96%36

16.22%18

32.43%36

13.51%15

18.02%20

19.82%22

18.38%111

14.29%4

25.00%7

14.29%4

7.14%2

39.29%11

4.64%28

96 190 126 67 125 604


Less than highschool

Some highschool

High schooldiploma or

GED

Some college

Bachelor'sdegree

Some graduatework

Master's degree

Doctoratedegree

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


Less than high school

Some high school

High school diploma or GED

Some college

Bachelor's degree

Some graduate work

Master's degree

Doctorate degree

Total Respondents


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Q15 Which option best describes your place of residence?Answered: 606 Skipped: 11

16.83%86

28.77%147

21.33%109

10.96%56

22.11%113

84.32%511

11.11%8

48.61%35

19.44%14

12.50%9

8.33%6

11.88%72

18.18%4

36.36%8

9.09%2

13.64%3

22.73%5

3.63%22

0.00%0

0.00%0

100.00%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.17%1

98 190 126 68 124 606


Own /Mortgage

Rent anapartment or...

Live withfamily /...

I don't haveconsistent...

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


Own / Mortgage

Rent an apartment or home

Live with family / friends

I don't have consistent housing

Total Respondents


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Q16 What is your email address?PLEASE NOTE: Your email address will not be shared,used for marketing purposes, or for further contact from the City of Idaho Falls (unless you

specify below). The information is being gathered for the sole purpose of increasing the credibility of our survey results.

*email addresses provided by those respondents that requested to receive updates wereprovided to the City of Idaho Falls Community Development Director



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Q17 Would you like to receive email updates about the Imagine IF project?Answered: 603 Skipped: 14

16.46%66

30.17%121

20.45%82

13.72%55

19.20%77

66.50%401

15.35%31

34.65%70

21.29%43

6.44%13

22.28%45

33.50%202

97 191 125 68 122 603


Yes

No

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


Yes

No

Total Respondents


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Q18 THANK YOU FOR TAKING TIME TO SHARE YOUR CONCERNS AND INSIGHTS.WE APPRECIATE THE OPPORTUNITY TO LISTEN. IF YOU HAVE FURTHER

COMMENTS, PLEASE SHARE THEM!Answered: 214 Skipped: 403

100.00%43

20.09%43

100.00%62

28.97%62

100.00%36

16.82%36

100.00%32

14.95%32

100.00%41

19.16%41

214 214

# Q1: AREA 1 DATE

1 I tried with a magnifying glass to read the map and still couldn't read the streets. Next time make a bigger map. Itspretty well known that our eyesight gets bad as we age.

4/11/2021 11:14 AM

2 Need better and year round amenities 4/9/2021 7:39 AM

3 the water tower needs to be left as an historic sight of IF. My father used to climb it to change the lights as he wasa supervisor for the elcectric light dept for many years. It's just always been a part of the city.

4/6/2021 8:43 PM

4 Do not allow the city to put the new water tower on the green belt!!!! 4/6/2021 7:03 AM

5 I would love to look at the new Water Tower as being a huge amenity to beautify a parking lot rather than existinggreen space along the River. It would be so cool if it became an entrance node along an old railroad that wouldbeautify the parking lot and make it a great recognizable node that allowed users to easily meet up and then go onfun rides around the river on the greenbelt etc. The river needs all the green space possible.

4/5/2021 11:42 AM

6 Overall I think Idaho Falls does a great job. When I drive around I often think how nice it is here. I definitely see theappeal for everyone moving here.

3/30/2021 2:32 PM

7 Love that the City is taking this time for feedback! Love mixed use developments and walkable communities/citycenters! Thank you!

3/29/2021 3:22 PM

8 You guys have set the bar higher for how public engagement should be taking place on a municipal level. Manythanks for this. This town has so much potential but we need to back off from the top down approach. Whensurveys like this are conducted, as they have been for years, we need to make sure the information is not onlyapplied but that they reach people in areas of the city where internet connectivity is lower and people's lives arechallenging enough that making an effort to be heard is an extravagance. I like that your survey efforts included theoffer of picking up or being mailed a paper copy. I hope that notices were posted in Spanish in area of the city with ahigher percentage of Spanish speakers. I hope things were posted and surveys made available in the neighborhoodmarkets, library, food bank, soup kitchen, and places where people that might otherwise be hard to reach online areconnected, like Meals on Wheels, the Senior Center etc. Schools have traditionally been a good place to reachfamilies with handouts kids take home. Churches as well. Both usually have bulletins and newsletters. Broadoutreach takes creativity now more than ever. We appreciate your efforts and commitment to keeping/making this aplace we love to live.

3/26/2021 1:12 PM

9 Idaho Falls is a great place to live. I chose to return here after being raised here and then moving away for college.We need to learn from other small/medium cities and avoid foreseeable mistakes. As I see it, this includesinvesting in public transit, prioritizing pedestrians and cyclists, and diversifying our neighborhoods. Everyone shouldhave a grocery store within walking distance. Everyone should have an easy way to get to the library. Every childshould have a safe route to school (including teenagers). Thank you for taking the time to survey residents. :)

3/21/2021 4:32 PM

10 Please make more areas to do things! Even more so with the pandemic. I’d love to be able to go to different dogparks, splash pads, and even so far as a bigger rec center. We don’t need any more storage, banks, or other placeslike that. The things to do are dwindling like crazy. Don’t let Ammon take all of the good stuff!

3/12/2021 8:38 AM

11 More police patrols in our parks after hours. 3/11/2021 10:21 PM

12 Growth can bring people with new and different perspectives to Idaho Falls. Being able to maintain open and safediscussion between new and current residents is key to preventing conflict and separation of our community. I hopeto see Idaho Falls promote a sense of togetherness through our upcoming growth. I am impressed with the work put

3/11/2021 1:16 PM

THANK YOU FOR TAKING TIME TO SHARE YOUR CONCERNS AND INSIGHTS. WE APPRECIATE THE OPPORTUNITY TO LISTEN.IF YOU HAVE FURTHER COMMENTS, PLEASE SHARE THEM!

TOTAL

Q1: Area 1

Q1: Area 2

Q1: Area 3

Q1: Area 4

Q1: Area 5

TotalRespondents


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in to make connectivity to Portland and Seattle through the Idaho Falls airport. I couldn't believe that it took thislong to provide the community with connection to these cities and the opportunities they provide to access forrecreation and business. I look forward to see additional changes here in Idaho Falls to make it a destination toresidents from those outside locations.

13 it good to know the City is trying to have the residents in Mind when making touch choices. 3/11/2021 11:58 AM

14 I watched the video recording of my neighborhoods imagine if meeting. I appreciate the topics that were discussed.I would like to express my support for rental property standards and enforcement. I think it is vital that we protectvulnerable communities that are renting. This would also help the aesthetic look of some multi-family residences,which I think is an issue for some people. I also really liked the idea of a neighborhood market area. I don'tremember exactly what they called it, but having a small local grocery store and businesses with essential goodsand services in the area would be awesome. In my neighborhood I know there are some empty business propertiesthat would be great for something like that. Thank you for making the effort to gather input on these issues.

3/10/2021 8:49 PM

15 I think this is brilliant ! 3/9/2021 1:00 PM

16 I do think the downtown aesthetics has transformed beautifully in the last 4-5 years, along with the green belt andthe beautiful Japanese friendship garden. I’ve lived in this town 34 years and I’ve noticed more beautification in thelast 5 than the last 30. I appreciate it. I look forward to more public events that showcase music, culture/food, art,gathering and a sense of community. I’d be very excited about more safe and extended bike paths. I’d also like tosee more condominiums in the building projects. I have an aging mother who will eventually need to downsize andthere aren’t a lot of options for retirement based communities in the area. If there was a way to keep costsaffordable especially for the native Idahoans who have lived here long term, while still encouraging growth anddiversity, I would strongly applaud that solution!

3/5/2021 7:12 AM

17 I like the majority of the projects that the city has been doing downtown and around snake river landing, however theinflux of people from surrounding states is dramatically increasing the cost of living in the area. Our family incomeis relatively high for the area, but if we didn’t already have a home and were just entering the market we would behard pressed to find something within our budget that meets our needs. This wasn’t the case just 2 years ago. I amnot sure how the average Idahoan in Idaho Falls affords to buy their first home anymore. If the city is going tocontinue to grow then the city needs to do more to decrease the cost of living by encouraging the construction ofmore, apartments, condos, townhouses, other multi family homes, and modest single family homes. If IF continuesto grow the way it has without taking steps to curb the rising cost of living, then local residents are going to bepriced out of their homes.

3/5/2021 7:10 AM

18 Honestly, I'm getting pretty tired of people from other states moving here and trying to change IF to where they usedto live, as well as the overall increasing the cost of basically everything in the area. I, like a lot of people that live inthis area, don't make a ton of money. This means these price increases impact me heavily. I unfortunately have torespectfully disagree with large scale expansion and growth.

3/2/2021 6:47 PM

19 As the city of IF grows, please support the Police Department and its officers. With growth, there will be increasedcrime. Please consider posting the "crime report" so residents can be on the alert for activities in theirneighborhoods. I appreciate how the police have responded to calls of help during the past years and I believe it hashelped improve the neighborhood. In additions, a police presence in the schools is also beneficial to educate theneighbors and students about working with each other. Just having an officer living in the neighborhood is anotherpositive, obviously, not a requirement. Thank you for this survey and consideration. I didn't realize there was aneighborhood meeting, but would be interested in future discussions. Best wishes.

3/1/2021 8:33 AM

20 I've thought a lot about this, and we have a large population of Spanish-speaking people in our community. I don'tknow the full extent, but I think not having our city, street, and business signs in Spanish as well as English isdoing them a huge disservice. How do they know what to order at a drive thru? When I invited Albertina to mybirthday party in first grade, did she not come because her parents couldn't read the card or the directions to get tomy house? It's my opinion that not having Spanish signs up is a subtle act of exclusion when we've had such alarge population of primarily Spanish-speaking people living here for years.

2/26/2021 7:00 PM

21 I wish the ice was year round and served more than just the hockey community. I wish there were more fair andequitable opportunities for our youth in the community. Parks and Rec neglect recreational sports and lower incomefamilies. The theater community host open auditions, but choose only their friends and family anyways. A lot ofopportunities for sports and hobbies in IF are about knowing the right people or having the right money. Things onlychange when the right families and/or people of money ask for it.

2/26/2021 8:27 AM

22 In the housing question where they are ranked. I only believe the first is an issue. The others are not issues inIdaho Falls. It wouldn’t let me not rank them.

2/26/2021 4:09 AM

23 I love this town and the people who make it what it is. Thank you for involving us in future decisions. God bless! 2/25/2021 8:46 PM

24 we lived by tauthphas park 2/25/2021 5:16 PM

25 When new development comes, please use impact fees to help pay for infrastructure costs and delivery of cityservices, in lieu of imposing new taxes on existing residents.

2/25/2021 2:12 PM

26 I have approached the city to improve my yard, driveway, sidewalk, etc.. I was more than willing to fund everythingmyself but, the city put up “roadblocks” and sooo many limits to what I can do. I and many of my neighbors workvery hard to keep our personal residences looking “nice.” Unfortunately there are places that look as though theyshould be condemned, torn down, cleaned up. Some are junkyards with cars parked on their lawns and sidewalksyet the city does not encourage off street parking. Car accidents in neighborhoods are often not given seriouscitations. i.e. people running into parked cars. This may seem petty but this is a tiny snapshot of what I havewitnessed since moving to IF.

2/25/2021 12:46 PM

27 IF High School needs to be relocated to a new building, kids will be more excited for school if they enjoy the spacethey're in. It's outdated and it's a security risk if they ever have to lockdown.

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28 I'd like to see more concern with appreciating and keeping what we have than a constant GROW, GROW, GROWchant. Growth can certainly add to our diversity and opportunities, growth strictly for business and money isdisappointing.

2/25/2021 7:25 AM

29 If the city would consistently enforce the laws on the books, fewer people would flaunt them. When walking aroundthe neighborhood, we often must go around vehicles blocking the sidewalk. We notice cars blocking driveways orparked the wrong direction on a street. Many people do not clear snow from their sidewalks. Absentee landlords donot keep their buildings in good repair. Some homes have trash in the yards. I understand that people with healthproblems or home owners on fixed incomes are limited. However, consistent enforcement would help me feel moresecure in my neighborhood.

2/25/2021 6:51 AM

30 Save the watertower as iconic tourist structure. Like our own space needle. 2/25/2021 6:27 AM

31 Thank you for thinking about connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists. We need to continue to think about how thiscan be improved.

2/24/2021 8:10 PM

32 Listen to pedestrians, cyclists, other people who don't use cars as primary modes of transportation. Not everyoneowns cars, or has access to cars, we need better commuting infrastructure. Stop building new instead of takingcare of the beautiful historic buildings that we have. Value history over economical all of the time. Stop cutting downmature trees. Greenspaces are key to a happy community...studies confirm this! Thank you for asking for our input!

2/24/2021 4:19 PM

33 The City of Idaho Falls needs to plan for the influx of new employees at its main employer from diversebackgrounds and folks from other states moving into town. Simply put, it's not possible to maintain the city as itonce was - something that long-time residents will not be happy about. However, because Idaho has not invested inits population, newcomers will drive change in this community. The city needs to invest in infrastructure throughincreasing taxes and through policies and programs that reflect the need for talent retention of these new residents -otherwise there will be challenges in maintaining economic growth that Idaho enjoys. As a newcomer, I am lookingforward to leaving because of the low quality of the schools, the influence of religion on local politics, and the poorinvestment in city infrastructure. It is not safe for me, either. Antisemitism and anti-MENA sentiments, among otherracist, homophobic, and hateful language - often perpetuated by our representatives - make it unsafe for my family.IFPD has not proved to be helpful in accountability for this harassment or public health mandates. The mayor isabsent in messaging about a global pandemic that deleteriously affects minority populations and individuals withoutinsurance. Despite the fact that many of our residents are not progressive, Idaho Falls cannot sustain economicgrowth or retain people at its main employer without adopting progressive policies.

2/24/2021 4:01 PM

34 The city is growing; we could use more IFPD to combat the drugs and speeders 2/24/2021 12:34 PM

35 We love how helpful and quick all the city departments are. They always answer the phone and provide the neededinformation or help.

2/24/2021 11:33 AM

36 I applaud the city's efforts to solicit input from residents. More communication between the governed and thegovernors is key to the future of the city.

2/24/2021 8:54 AM

37 If you want people to walk or bike more, especially in winter months, and bicyclists aren't supposed to ride onsidewalks, then keep the snow plowed better so we can! Also, I don't want to have to bike 4 miles round trip to getto a playground my 2 youngest can safely play on, but that my 2 older kids don't think is boring. And though thecrime rate is going up in my area, I am more scared of how gun happy the police seem to be right now.communication is key.... between the officers, between the officers and the people they serve, and heck bettercommunication between city council, mayor, and the people. And FYI, every city council meeting I have tried towatch online has had, to put it mildly, crappy video and audio to it. the audio cuts out frequently and half the timethe video doesn't work, so to encourage people to attend or watch these meetings online is rather insulting andpointless. And to give people in area 1 such limited time before their meeting is inconsiderate of their time. Forexample, I am taking this survey at 530 a.m. on the 24th of February. I just learned about this and the meeting at 5a.m. That means in order to attend the meeting in person, I would need to find a sitter, with less than 24 hournotice... or the alternative, pray the online quality isn't crap and try to watch it with my 4 kids also needing myattention... on the same night I have homework due for school. Also, I just plain don't believe the mayor or the citycouncil cares to listen to the people, so I don't have faith that anything I put in this matters. Prove me wrong.Please, prove me wrong.

2/24/2021 5:40 AM

38 The historic part of Idaho Falls is valuable and we should build on that value and promote quality development.Develop the city according to the principles found in the New Urban Congress

2/24/2021 12:06 AM

39 Idaho Falls is a great place to be, but residents and especially a subset of residents seem hateful or disdainful ofanyone who doesn't meet the normal profile of those who have lived here historically. Being anything other thanwhite LDS republicans in the area means that you will face a steep hill to climb to feel welcome in the community. Ifyou're gay, Muslim, or brown, good luck because you're going to need it. Influence of LDS church and far rightelements act negatively on the community. We can not be allowed to become a community of hate. TraditionalRepublican values of fiscal conservatism and a strong desire for liberty are great, but hate can not be tolerated.

2/23/2021 11:06 PM

40 the city is allowing extremists to dictate what our city is becoming. Throwing away the principles our communitywas found on. I've made comments before. Attended meeting expressing concerns and the main governance justgives lip service and just does what you want to do anyway.

2/23/2021 8:45 PM

41 We need to make all community sports equitable in price and opportunity 2/23/2021 6:14 PM

42 I do not give out my email, social security number, or other personal information 2/23/2021 4:45 PM

43 Idaho Falls is a great place to live..but the dramatic increase in housing costs will cause younger people to move tosurrounding cities but travel to Idaho Falls daily causing over crowding everywhere.

2/23/2021 3:54 PM

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2 Summer programs to entertain/educate children of working parents would be a game changer. City plows neighborhood streets too often. Save some money.

4/6/2021 12:30 PM

3 I don’t like shopping online but i am forced to because our community no longer has places to shop and get whatyou actually need.

4/5/2021 9:57 PM

4 Would love to see more parks, especially with more playground and recreation! McCowin is a great start - but itwould be nice to have something with little ages, as well as older ages all in one park. Tautphaus is great, but again,it could use more. Iona could benefit with a nice park, so could Rigby, and Ririe, Shelly, and another in Ammon.More places and opportunities for people and families to be able to spread, and do things together. Utah has somegreat parks that does this -we could benefit!

4/5/2021 9:31 PM

5 One of the things I feel we can do better at is park facilities. Our tennis courts are a joke they are cracked, fadedand torn up. And that is not even getting to the fact that there aren’t enough to support the tennis community here. Ibelieve a couple of large facilities would be great. You could do something like other town that lock the tennis courtsand then you have to ourchaae a key every year to use the courts.

3/26/2021 9:29 PM

6 I've participated in many of these surveys, especially when I had a child in school. I've never seen anything actuallycome from them. Hopefully this will be different.

3/26/2021 2:34 PM

7 I recently moved here from CA and don't want CA policies to follow me here. Keep ID the way it is! 3/24/2021 11:04 AM

8 I am concerned about the plan to move the city water tower to Capital Park. Having a large utility structure andfence will destroy the open green space along the river. It will also be an eye sore along a normally scenic drive. AsIdaho Falls grows we will need more green space for walking. The green belt on the northside of Broadway bridgebecomes quite crowded because more people walk that loop. I prefer to walk from Capital Park to South Touristpark because it is less crowded and has lovely views of the river.

3/21/2021 11:53 AM

9 Better pay jobs or cap off rental for housing. 3/20/2021 10:21 PM

10 We need a open community group that shares ideas for city every 6 months or so. A way to keep people involvedthat would like to be. I feel like decisions shouldn't solely be made by engineers because so many social/artisticaspects are not being throughly analyzed from their training. A greater diversified group in decision making would bebeneficial. (like water tower situation for example). I feel like Imagine IF Project is greatly needed. I know Rexburgyears ago did something similar with County. I think the Bonneville County needs to do this as well since were sointerconnected in a lot of ways. Please keep this or similar dialogue going! Have it resurface frequently withresidents. It would be nice to have planning and zoning suggestions with city and county officials. Thanks forreaching out to community!

3/20/2021 1:22 AM

11 IF needs to provide more walking/biking connectivity between parks, shopping and restaurants. IF needs toencourage healthy living.

3/19/2021 4:48 PM

12 We can do more with our parks to increase public use i.e. splash pads, better pool, even a good waterpark like inPocatello or check out what Norfolk, Nebraska has, and their population is only 30k!! Also, the time it’s taking tobuild the event center is beyond ridiculous. I know a separate entity is managing that but it’s closely tied to our cityand is becoming a very sore subject for the citizens.

3/18/2021 9:30 PM

13 Leave diversity out of growth people live where they want to live. Hire somebody to actually write good surveys. 3/18/2021 6:54 PM

14 Ban left turns on 17th St. between Yellowstone and Boulevard before someone gets killed. 3/15/2021 4:43 PM

15 Thank you! 3/13/2021 6:20 PM

16 I have lived here for 30 years. I am VERY concerned about increasing traffic issues and accidents and increasingcrime rates due to growth. We are unhappy with increasing size of the city and are considering a move.

3/12/2021 9:02 PM

17 This area caters to families with large homes. I would like to see more affordable housing of townhouses andsmaller homes for 2-3 person families that are not connected to each other. We want to downsize without having toworry about a neighbor burning our townhouses and condos down.

3/12/2021 11:18 AM

18 Please have more parks accessible so I don’t have to drive 20 minutes to get to freeman park! We need some innorth east Idaho falls as well.

3/12/2021 10:55 AM

19 Keep 25th Street the same. When it was connected by adding a road by community park the city told residents itwould not be an arterial street and would be only residential. More tennis courts and maintaining courts is muchneeded. More focus on taking care of park resources

3/9/2021 7:47 PM

20 In many areas of town we have aging infrastructure - water, sewer, streets, sidewalks, curbs - that needs to beaddressed before the water line bursts, sidewalks become trip hazards, and the sewer backs up!!!!

3/9/2021 4:24 PM

21 The city's response to snow on the roads in neighborhoods is deplorable, the worst I've ever seen in snowylocations. Plowing is rare, and leaves insurmountable piles of snow in driveways when it is done. With the level oftaxation in Idaho Falls, it seems you could at least keep the roads passable.

3/9/2021 9:48 AM

22 Idaho Falls, especially School District 91, would greatly benefit from new & improved schools. There are too manypeople for the number of schools. A third middle school and high school will be great the students of Idaho Falls.

3/9/2021 9:41 AM

23 Would it be possible to create a city-wide law about the number of new residents allowed to move in? Can we put awhole bunch of businesses in Iona to keep those people over there? It's just not the Idaho Falls I grew up in andloved.

3/9/2021 9:15 AM

24 Have a program to get more people involved in the future of Idaho falls. I feel like not many people are wellinformed.

3/8/2021 9:24 AM

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want to stay!

26 Mayor Casper is beautiful and doing an alright job. But, Casper is also scared of a bad reputation and dealing withtoo much controversial topics. Stand bold as a leader and stay confident. Stop the whishy washy back and forthways.

3/4/2021 1:34 PM

27 When pathways were first being planned, it was thought that the space occupied by the ditch along St. Clair couldmake a good North/south pathway. It must be very confusing for newcomers to be given directions to a location onHitt Road. when there is no signage for such. It is a good memorial to a community pioneer family. If there is nodesire for that, then cooperate with the City of Ammon to name it College Parkway from First Street south.

3/4/2021 12:10 PM

28 We cannot allow the worst elements of our community to define it. Stop listening exclusively to the most hatefuland ignorant voices. This place is a nightmare for minorities or those who do not "belong". It's revolting how little isbeing done to protect the most vulnerable.

3/2/2021 8:12 AM

29 There are motor vehicles in IF that you can hear coming and going from over a mile away (pretty ridiculous) andthere is nothing legal you can do about it; just an observation!

3/1/2021 10:44 PM

30 I think urban renewal would be a great move for Idaho Falls and would increase marketable areas and desirablebusiness plazas

2/28/2021 11:31 AM

31 My wife and I love Idaho Falls except in the winter after Christmas. The city doesn't seem to offer much in the wayof outdoor community activities January through April. The community events calendar is emptier than usual, islacking things that interest us, or has something that provides satisfaction for one day out of many winter days.Every January, February, and March we get cabin fever and contemplate what it would be like to live somewherewith milder winters or that has better winter activity offerings. My wife and I grew up in places that had milderwinters and don't do downhill skiing, drive snowmobiles, or drive big trucks that can escape a winter-bound city andhaul winter recreation equipment to where it can be used. The lack of and historically poor public transportationservice has been disappointing - I think TRPTA did well serving a niche group but not the community in general. Wedo love the library, the greenbelt, the zoo, the variety of shopping available, the Idaho Falls Symphony, the ArtsCouncil offerings, community education offered by the community college, and our affordable home in a matureneighborhood with great neighbors.

2/26/2021 4:06 PM

32 If we can just keep the family atmosphere and down home feel of the city but also keep crime down to a minimum. 2/26/2021 10:20 AM

33 City planning is very important - main roads, arterial routes, green spaces, grocery stores, gas stations... Our pastcity councils and planning departments have done a great job! Please keep it up.

2/26/2021 10:15 AM

34 Question 10 is offensive. What does my ethnicity have to do with anything. Don't try to divide our city by race! 2/25/2021 5:48 PM

35 We need safer and more accessible transportation methods than personal vehicles. 2/25/2021 4:20 PM

36 County commissioners, city officials need to really listen to the concerns of the people. Snow plow trucks shouldremove the big berms of snow they build up on the edges of property or city streets

2/25/2021 12:25 PM

37 Get Barbara ehardt and governor Brad little out of office before they ruin this great state. We deserve better. 2/25/2021 12:59 AM

38 Trump 2024! 2/24/2021 9:44 PM

39 Having a diverse community doesn't mean canceling all local traditions so as to put the latest identity minority on agrandstand and rejecting history.

2/24/2021 9:40 PM

40 I'm concerned that the squeaky wheel is getting the attention and the majority opinion is being overlooked for theminority. We need better communication with the city and transparency to know they are actually listening andhaving their citizens in mind when making decisions.

2/24/2021 8:55 PM

41 Thank you for asking for our input 2/24/2021 1:34 PM

42 This is an excellent idea. Thank you for the effort. 2/24/2021 1:10 PM

43 We need a pink c transportation system. Pocatello system is great and would be a great model to use. No need towaste money on another TRPTA system, what a joke

2/24/2021 12:01 PM

44 I love our town! 2/24/2021 11:15 AM

45 This town needs another hockey rink. Please inquire me through e mail if you would like further insight. I cannotcoach high school kids from 945-1045 on a tuesday night and expect them to take AP tests the next morning. Weneed more ice time for the kids and adults.

2/24/2021 10:31 AM

46 Please make sure we have jobs for people coming in. Try to keep crime and drug trafficking down. And houses sowe don't have homeless people everywhere. Downtown is mostly lawyer, Car repair etc. Not something that's publicshopping to attract people to downtown. Far to many Car wash, dealerships. Seafood restraunt would be nice

2/24/2021 10:29 AM

47 Please quite trying to grow Idaho Falls. Let’s stop and now just take care of our current residents andneighborhoods.

2/24/2021 10:19 AM

48 Thank you for giving us the opportunity to have these discussions. 2/24/2021 9:31 AM

49 Please don't put the new water tower on the greenbelt. 2/24/2021 8:46 AM

50 I do not want all the growth we have been experiencing. I feel that it is changing the area and the community for theworse. However, I do think if we continue to grow in order to make Idaho falls a more fun environment we will needto make more enjoyable affordable activity available, build more business in the area with higher paying jobopportunities, build more housing, and make this a community able to sustain a lot more people than it is now.

2/24/2021 8:33 AM

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haven’t gotten it. A huge concern of mine is the increase in Property taxes. Property taxes are going to go throughthe roof because of all the increased housing prices people won’t be able to afford their mortgage due to theincrease in taxes

52 No Farms, No Food My grandfather used to say that once in your life you need a doctor, a lawyer, a policeman, anda preacher. But every day, three times a day, you need a farmer.

2/24/2021 2:38 AM

53 There are too many people moving in from higher income areas of the state and the housing market has beenthrown out of whack because of it. My plan was to have a house by now but there is absolutely nothing in my pricerange any longer that is in an acceptable state of repair or age and nothing with enough land. My apartment rent isas much as a house payment should be but the ridiculous increase in home cost means mortgage payments haveskyrocketed. I have watched several homes in the area get flipped at a 50% increase for replacing the carpet orputting in cheap wooden floors. It's a predatory practice that should be stopped. A home should be an investment,not a predatory business commodity.

2/23/2021 11:01 PM

54 I’ve lived around Idaho falls area for about 17 yrs.. it’s been crazy to see houses in the market Almost double up inprice within 5 years but hourly wages only increaseA 3-6% in average, forcing the younger generations to worklonger hours to make their dream home affordable.. it seems unfair to people that have been raised in eastern Idahoto watch people from other states such as California and Oregon selling their expensive homes coming to Idahobuying same size homes for a fraction as compared to their home state and having a fortune left.. checks andbalances for for Idahoans should be in the play..

2/23/2021 9:54 PM

55 Better Recreation center and more indoor options for kids and families in the cold. 2/23/2021 9:49 PM

56 Religious diversity and the feeling that you can be part of the community without being part of the predominantreligion is also a drawback of IF.

2/23/2021 7:14 PM

57 Please find a more suitable location for the water tower! The proposed site will create an eye-sore and obliterate abeloved park that many people and families greatly enjoy! Widen 1st St from Hitt to Ammon Road!!! This should be4 lanes. Easily done if bridge but Fiesta Ole is widened.

2/23/2021 6:53 PM

58 I would like to have you reconsider where the new water tower is placed please don't put it in middle of a beautifulpark and take away more green space. Put it in a parking lot downtown that will only loose 13 spots compared toover 60 feet of green park space

2/23/2021 6:41 PM

59 It's time to fire the Library director and find a new one who actually cares about the Library, and the libraryemployees, and the library community. Even just someone who cares about anything besides his paycheck and hisego.

2/23/2021 4:13 PM

60 Thanks! 2/23/2021 3:59 PM

61 I was thinking the other day about downtown idaho falls. In Provo, there is a shopping center called the Riverwoods.It's an outdoor walking mall of sorts. If downtown IF had a parking garage, you could landscape the one-way streetsand turn it into a BEAUTIFUL walking mall.

2/23/2021 3:45 PM

62 Do not sacrifice Idaho Falls culture for the sake of Growth. Build more middle class housing to Lower the cost ofhomes due to lack of inventory.

2/23/2021 3:38 PM

# Q1: AREA 3 DATE

1 Find a way to reduce traffic noise at the intersection of Pancheri and Bellin so we can enjoy our backyard. Please! 4/7/2021 6:48 PM

2 Three items --Would like to see some attention paid to the older neighborhoods. The older houses have a lot ofcharm and they're close to the historic downtown area. Would also like to see some conservation easements topreserve green space areas. Would like to see more expansive trail system to encourage walking, riding bikes,running, etc. Love the trail system along the river and it's increasingly busy and popular.

4/7/2021 5:53 AM

3 No more urban sprawl. 😢 4/6/2021 6:17 PM

4 There are other parks in Idaho Falls other than the greenbelt and tauphaus park. The splash pad at Rhinehart park isgoing to be nice. But without the local neighborhood input I doubt it would have ever happened on the west side.And why is the city wanting to spend millions at Tauphaus? What is wrong with it?

3/30/2021 2:27 PM

5 Our Rec center is small and old. It’s not very appealing. I would like to see a more up to date rec center with familyactivities available. Swimming area, basketball courts, exercise area etc... this would be a productive, safe placefor teens to be with too much idle time. An indoor splash pad would be awesome!

3/27/2021 1:48 AM

6 Do not put the water tower in the park. 3/26/2021 12:04 AM

7 I would LOVE to see Idaho Falls get a water park, like Rexburg, Pocatello, and Boise have. I think it is wrong thatthe Apple tries to block that, and I don’t even think that it would hurt them. I think it would be a huge win for IdahoFalls.

3/21/2021 5:58 PM

8 I feel it is important to both grow the city in a deliberate way, and to not rush through development, all whilemaintaining, intigrating, and embracing our city and local history.

3/19/2021 10:39 PM

9 I love living in IF. I just wish there were more/better childcare options here because there are SO many kids herethat places seem to fill up quickly or have really long waitlists. It makes it really difficult for both parents to work ifthey don’t have family in the area.

3/13/2021 4:25 PM

10 Don't put that rumored water tower on the green belt in south capitol park. Terrible, terrible idea!! 3/12/2021 1:26 PM

11 Many of the questions in this survey were asking how and what the local government is going to do to change IdahoFalls or to attract and keep people/businesses to the area. What I love about Idaho Falls is that the government hasvery little impact on my life... and I want to keep it that way. I don't think our local government should do much of

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anything to "increase inclusion" (whatever that means) or "improve opportunities for affordable family activities" orlook for ways to "encourage (me) to walk or bike more frequently". I would much rather that my local governmentfocus its limited resources on such things as: improving snow removal (the current process is terrible), making surethat the parks and Greenbelt are taken care of, and filling potholes in our roads. In addition, I don't believe it is theplace of my local government to be offering incentives to encourage businesses to move here. The invisible hand ofthe market will take care of these kinds of things by itself as individuals and businesses act in their own self-interest. As President Reagan once said, the nine most terrifying words in the English language are, "I'm from thegovernment and I'm here to help." I have personally witnessed what happens when the government thinks it knowswhat's best - it is heavy handed, expensive, and inefficient. One of the things that makes Idaho Falls so great is thelimited nature of our government - please keep it that way.

12 The traffic is backed up all over making travel in city difficult. Grandview and I15 are a mess and travel is almostimpossible at certain times. Schools are not large enough for the amount of growth. There is approved apartmentbuildings that the area was once single homes only. And they are building cheap apartments on any street cornerthey can find. Housing is unaffordable for the lower income and this is going to increase the homeless populations.Soon Idaho Falls will be the next Portland and it was a nice place to live.

3/11/2021 12:11 PM

13 Splash pad on west side and a walking path at Old Butte Soccer fields! 3/10/2021 6:24 PM

14 more traffic enforcement 3/10/2021 5:39 PM

15 I would love to see a paved walking/biking path put around the perimeter of the soccer fields on Old Butte! It wouldbe very much enjoyed!!

3/10/2021 5:14 PM

16 Schools are overcrowded and builders/companies need to help contribute. Poor schools will NOT retain families inthis area.

3/10/2021 4:25 PM

17 Need to lower taxes to attract more businesses and entertainment. 3/10/2021 3:08 PM

18 More investment in police training, more investment in our youth and families. If you want us to stay here give usfun, cost effective options to stay here vs going out of town for everything.

3/10/2021 2:47 PM

19 The Village neighborhood off of Old Butte would love to see the neighborhood sidewalk near the front entranceconnect to the playground, or even better, the bike path. Thanks!

3/10/2021 2:32 PM

20 Work at bringing affordable housing to town. For many people I know; they can’t afford a home let alone the price ofrent. They can’t get ahead with those prices. I know my little family almost didn’t because of rent. Thankfully wefound a home to buy to get out of renting.

3/9/2021 6:39 PM

21 Re housing, I don't have a mortgage. I own my home completely. The benefits of an excellent public education! 3/5/2021 10:53 AM

22 Why not have a tiny home community that is beautiful and well maintained. 2/27/2021 12:33 PM

23 Please make a rec center with a pool! I would love to see more businesses on the west side. I wish there was awalking/bike path around the soccer complex by the airport.

2/25/2021 10:20 PM

24 Please keep our beautiful river and farm land. Quit developing new housing developments in our farm land. It isruining Idaho Falls. Fix up older neighborhoods or build on land that is not farm land. Idaho Falls is known for ourriver and farms. We are losing that charm and the place everyone loves ny farms being sold for housingdevelopments. It's becoming about money. Keep farm Mandy as farm land and if a farmer wants to sell they sell toanother farmer for the land to continue to be farmed for generations to come. We have a legacy here in Idaho Falls.Let's not lose that. There are way too many big cities around the world and more and more areas are losing gameland and country areas. We need to preserve Idaho Falls and not let it become just another big city.

2/25/2021 12:22 PM

25 I’m not opposed to growth as long as it is healthy growth and not a different state moving in and paying cash pricesfor everything and driving our cost of living up.

2/24/2021 8:46 PM

26 Thank you for doing this. 2/24/2021 6:25 PM

27 Water tower decision was stupid. Premium park space lost over a few parking spots. 2/24/2021 4:53 PM

28 I also wish the Medicare/medicade system was more closely looked at. There are far to many people exploitingthese systems.

2/24/2021 2:08 PM

29 There needs to be equal focus on area improvements in all areas of town. Don’t just focus on where you feel it isbest to the detriment of not improving other areas. Our children are the most important focus for citizens so the cityshould make that a major focus of all projects considered. That is more important than pursuing extensive growth.

2/24/2021 8:38 AM

30 Yo maybe a rec center would be tight? We use to have all these pools around town and now we have one and it’swicked trash

2/24/2021 5:37 AM

31 Thank you for undertaking this project and working to help make Idaho Falls a more diverse, inclusive, andwelcoming place to live and work!

2/23/2021 11:04 PM

32 The area of Yellowstone, Northgate, Anderson & Lincoln needs to be cleaned up. 2/23/2021 10:54 PM

33 I think you’re more concerned about new people moving into the area than your residents who have been here for alonger period of time. Outsiders should adapt to Idaho Falls culture rather than Idaho falls residents adapting tooutsiders.

2/23/2021 9:28 PM

34 Recently moved here. Hard to know the real community during COVID, but generally enjoying Idaho Falls. 2/23/2021 8:37 PM

35 I feel we need a major change. I am thinking of moving because there is no where to grow or so thinks in this town.I love Idaho Falls. I wish it grows a little bit more. We need to have places where we can have fun in a good wayand bring our community together specially during winter. It’s pretty boring. But I still love this place.

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36 Our boys love to play hockey and the ice rink here is lacking considerably. We often have very little ice time asthere is only one rink with several other teams trying to get time as well. I would love to see that ice rink that wastalked about in 2019 be built. People love to Idaho falls to put their kids in hockey. The children really love to playand I hope my boys can continue to do so with a better rink.

2/23/2021 5:16 PM

# Q1: AREA 4 DATE

1 I have been very happy with the recent emphasis on human centered projects you have undertaken, like downtownrevitalization and the canal paths. I hope you continue to focus on those types of projects, the ones that build andreinforce a sense of community. I am worried about cost of housing and lack of diverse housing options. I hope weenact policies that help build denser and more affordable housing around downtown.

4/12/2021 10:02 PM

2 Designated bike lanes! 3/31/2021 7:17 AM

3 Focus on compact development. We both know downtown is and will always be more resilient to booms and busts,and will provide a much more substantial and stable tax base than box stores ever will. Follow that model again,don't build more of parking centric, big box store developments that are quickly becoming blight. Also we needsome form of public transit, come on guys. How do we not have a single bus line.

3/25/2021 11:29 PM

4 I would love more bike paths and walking paths that connect to downtown from Fairway Estates to historicdowntown and to other places around town. Connecting people from their neighborhoods to shopping andrestaurants. I also LOVE community events and would love to see more events as Covid gets under control.

3/25/2021 6:01 PM

5 The city desperately needs a new pool/rec center. This should be a top priority. We are severely limiting theopportunities for so many youth by not adding these necessary city improvements.

3/18/2021 8:22 PM

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7 We would love it if the city would consider adding a park to the Fairway Estates neighborhood. We have understoodthat the developer would give the land if the city would maintain the property.

3/17/2021 12:08 AM

8 I think Idaho Falls is great and hope to participate in helping to make it even better. 3/16/2021 10:30 PM

9 I’m really concerned about Idaho falls changing and the crime that is going to come with the growth. Too much farmland is being developed.

3/16/2021 9:57 PM

10 The city needs to work with the school districts around here. They seem to be as far apart as possible. Stopsegregating students by social economics, build low income apartments outside the poor neighborhoods, providepublic transportation for people under 18 and collaborate with districts for after school activities. The children are ourfututure.

3/12/2021 5:53 PM

11 I’d like to see downtown and Northgate Mile revitalized and a movie theater on the west side of town. We also needa better pool and a second indoor sheet of ice at the ice arena.

3/12/2021 8:05 AM

12 Please encourage multi-unit housing/condominiums downtown and by the river. 3/10/2021 2:30 PM

13 I appreciate how city leaders communicate with the public. I really like the zoo and the ice rink. I think we need toupdate/improve the swimming center or add an outdoor pool or water park.

3/9/2021 7:05 PM

14 Maintain the spaces we have before building or beautifying new ones. So many public parking lots, public parks andother grassy areas are not being maintained.

3/9/2021 1:56 PM

15 eastern idaho does not have an abundant water supply. rampant growth has a negative effect on the cost of water,utilities, and taxes, which hurts families.

2/28/2021 7:17 PM

16 We need to spend more on our public school system, and we need a new aquatic/recreation center 2/27/2021 1:04 PM

17 I don't want a ramp through/near where I've been living for 20 years, I would like fiber internet, and exits thosedevelopers were supposed to put in to Lewisville highway.

2/25/2021 8:42 AM

18 I chose to live in the semi country away from the city but now there is major talk of a freeway connection between I15 and highway 20 between heritage hills and Fairway Estates. This runs right through my backyard. This willincrease traffic right outside my neighborhood which increases the safety hazard of my kids growing up to such highvolume of traffic. This survey is to listen to the community and we haven't been heard on this issue.

2/24/2021 10:23 PM

19 There is talk about a freeway connection between I-15 and Highway 20 between Heritage Hills and Fairway Estates.The members of these neighborhoods and myself do not want to have a freeway in our backyard. We chose to livein a country feel location not to have more traffic through our neighborhoods. It creates a safety hazard for mychildren to have a freeway so close and more traffic.

2/24/2021 10:20 PM

20 Keep the crime low by bringing in high paying jobs and build a better infrastructure 2/24/2021 8:50 PM

21 Have new home owners pay a fee towards building new schools 2/24/2021 7:59 PM

22 I do wonder about trying to change IF too much. People are moving here in droves because things are pretty good.Let's be careful that we ensure we cultivate the most important things first. Effective local government (with greatvalue for the tax dollar) and friendliness to whoever wants to come. Sometimes the trade offs of overreach don'tbecome apparent until it is too late, as many failed cities show.

2/24/2021 7:05 PM

23 Create positive growth rather than have growth happen upon us. 2/24/2021 1:53 PM

24 Excellent approach to getting public comment. Please note that although my husband live outside the city limits.We do own 3 homes in Idaho Falls.

2/24/2021 1:05 PM

25 If there is more community input please send me an email! 2/24/2021 11:02 AM

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27 Please either do not inquire about a person's race or, alternatively, permit them to respond with "Prefer not to say".There are reasons why this question is optional under various Federal laws (e.g., HMDA).

2/24/2021 8:14 AM

28 We need to draw businesses to IF rather than Aamon. Having to go across town for amenities is not supporting IF.Also, we need to continuously add direct flights to other locations. The AA announcement is a great start!

2/24/2021 7:40 AM

29 I have lived in 2/23/2021 11:12 PM

30 I think the railroad should be moved out of town, or at least create overpasses for intersecting road. The letteredstreets need attention, some form of parking control may become necessary, such as parking on one side of thestreet.

2/23/2021 9:09 PM

31 I am hugely disappointed that the city is destroying South Capital Park and our downtown greenbelt parks area withthe new water tower. I am looking forward to being more involved in the city to try and prevent these kinds ofextremely unfortunate things in the future.

2/23/2021 7:15 PM

32 Idaho Falls is great because we have so many signs of advancement like a college, major hospitals and techcompanies but at the same time the roads and central part of town are extremely dated. The west part of town alsois more aged. Idaho Falls has so many parks, outdoor activities and family focused areas that I'm glad to be raisingmy family here because there are so many things we can do for free or cheap throughout the town (parks, zoo,museum) and restaurants around the river on the west side of town. I just wish getting around town was easier,especially east to west. Living on the north west side of town makes it a pain to get to the shopping on the eastside. The new roundabout was a good idea but with Costco it has been unmanageable and far too few people obeythe rules of using it and using 17th is a traffic nightmare. Combine this with the already known issues surroundingthe 15/20 interchange (of which the options the city is discussing seem to be worse than the current options) andgetting around is a hassle. I love Idaho Falls, I think growth, diversity and improvement are key as Idaho hasbecome a premier state to move to. Additions that attract tech, medical and other advanced jobs are key, as isfocusing on growth to the north and west side of the town. COVID obviously did a number on the housing market,massively increasing the cost of homes on the market and slowing home construction but that is something thatwon't be a problem in 5 to 10 years but is a serious concern.

2/23/2021 6:36 PM

# Q1: AREA 5 DATE

1 Running and biking planning around IF would be greatly appreciated and a wonderful addition to making thecommunity feel and look great. Is there any plans to use canals as safe (away from traffic) walking or runningpaths?

4/11/2021 3:26 PM

2 Thank you for doing this. I hope we will be able to invest in some facilitated conversations that connect people withdisparate ideas in a reasonably comfortable way. There are many such experiments going on in the US and in theworld.

4/7/2021 10:13 AM

3 Our property taxes continue to go through the roof. So many parks have been put in and they’re not being takencare of. What’s being done with all the money taken in taxes from all the people moving in? Why do our taxes haveto be so high?

4/6/2021 10:53 PM

4 Thank you! Your recent improvements to the city have been great Let's continue!! 4/5/2021 10:13 PM

5 Please raise expectations on housing developments, support the community feel our city is losing. Requireminimum 1 park in each development. Create an all abilities park like Spanish Fork Utah, with enough parking to besafe. A rec center! Affordable recreation to keep kids out of trouble and families together

4/1/2021 8:41 PM

6 Thank you 4/1/2021 7:10 PM

7 Please build a new IF high school. 4/1/2021 1:48 PM

8 The yield lights at intersections have caused too many accidents. 3/31/2021 10:01 AM

9 Start planning for 25 years down the road! This town is going to blow up for the next ten years. 3/23/2021 10:33 AM

10 FYI, I don't mind the small roundabouts like on Utah or Memorial. I hate the large ones like on Lincoln. 3/18/2021 5:36 PM

11 Outdoor free public shooting range. 3/12/2021 8:06 PM

12 This survey is a great idea. 3/11/2021 7:41 PM

13 Glad to see IF taking an active role in planning for growth. 3/9/2021 1:22 PM

14 I would like to keep my corner of the city country . 3/9/2021 11:04 AM

15 Seriously, everyone I talk to wants a new rec center, and everyone that moves here is like, why don't we have one.And it's crazy that we have SO many kids participating in swim teams here and no way to really fit everyone in inone pool. It's just nuts. We need to get on it. We've been here five years and I know when I first moved in, therewere community forums about planning and so many people expressed interest in this, yet absolutely nothing haschanged or happened. We are paying so much more in property taxes lately. Where is that all going? Let's getsomething done already! Also, another thing I hate about living here is that people here won't vote to build schools,but that's another matter...

3/2/2021 3:23 PM

16 Our city should create and adopt a smart city plan for growth. Also, increase commercial taxes in specific areas tofurther develop the city's infrastructure. Most of all, set the tone for the rest of Idaho Falls and make City Hall andall city buildings easily handicap accessible.

3/1/2021 9:01 PM

17 How can someone take the survey seriously when it sounds like it's been written buy a 5th Grader? 2/28/2021 7:00 AM

18 Coming from another city that experienced growth - I saw and thought the focus of green spaces and areas withaccess for every member of the community to go to/visit/use is important. Added bike lanes and places to lock up

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bikes is important. What the city did around S Blvd and the zoo for bikes was a great addition. The green spacearound the river is a great asset and should be expanded. Also, investing in improving our schools is important. Oneof our main reasons for purchasing our home was proximity to a great school. But, our area needs public or betterpreschools to help our children. We have good regulations for helping to beautify our city, but they are often notenforced.

19 I love the idea of extending the biking paths along the river. I'd love for it to connect all the way down to Blackfoot. Iwould also love better crossing options for bikes on Sunnyside and Yellowstone.

2/26/2021 1:01 PM

20 When it comes to growth we really need to think about our kids/teens and young adults as to what opportunitiesthey gave here - which is a lack there of.

2/25/2021 3:41 PM

21 I was born and raised in Eastern Idaho, but moved away for ~20 years for college and career. Given the opportunityto move back to Idaho, we chose Idaho Falls for the size, parks, and decent schools. We purposefully chose topurchase our home in the Stonebrook neighborhood to be near a good elementary school. Idaho Falls will seegrowth, but investing in green areas and schools will attract educated and wealthy individuals who invest in thecommunity and enhance the tax base.

2/25/2021 11:56 AM

22 I prefer to see actual changes over like improved infrastructure, parks and roads over making empty gestures likestatements about gender fluidity, or racial equity. We are generally good people here and treat new comers fairly andpolitely .

2/25/2021 8:16 AM

23 Please consider sidewalks on the Rollandet side of Tautphaus, along Rose Hill cemetery, and along the park on theother side. Make it so people can walk or bike to the park, zoo, and ball fields. Maybe curb and gutter through thatarea too.

2/24/2021 10:39 PM

24 I would love Idaho Falls to become a community which is home to some refugees. Question #2 has two facets;thus, it is confusing. I would love more diversity but would very much dislike population growth. I think we are anintelligent, healthy, kind, family-friendly, financially wise demographic. Particularly if CEI continues toward universitystatus, we have the resources in our people to be a place where we can wholistically flourish. A bigger populationwould diminish our ability to meet deep needs. (I could care less about peripheral things like malls). I want to see usloving our neighbor as ourselves and maintaining the feeling community and care that I witnessed at the eventwhere the police hosted the IF African American Association and the demonstrators. I loved that event! In IdahoFalls, we get along across perceived barriers by proactively caring. That event made me proud to be a resident ofIdaho Falls. In that vein, I think our weakness as a community is that we are not diverse; we have a low percentageof internationals. We are incredibly bland. A way to remain small but gain a view of the beauty and diversity of thepeople outside our home region would be to invite a small group of refugees here. It would enhance our compassionand break down our sense that white is the proper norm. My family and friends would put our money where ourmouth is and help refugees learn English and acclimate. Additionally, I would like to see us work toward moreeducation, training, inclusion, and advancement of our Hispanic demographic. They are hard working, upstandingand an asset to our community which I discovered via teaching ESL at EITC, now CEI. One additional comment: Iwould like to see a regular event featuring Ted talks by our best thinkers and speakers and then in small groupsdiscuss the ideas presented. If you have questions about my comments, please email me.

2/24/2021 9:20 PM

25 Seriously, the education must be addressed. I appreciate the charter school approach, but there are too fewopportunities and the quality of the other schools is not being addressed. My children have attended public schoolsin three other US cities and Idaho Falls District 91 isn't even close to the quality of the other cities. Two of mychildren who graduated HS in other cities are excelling in rigorous college programs because of the quality of the HSthey attended. I am very concerned that my daughter who attends Taylorview MS and will attend Idaho Falls HS willnot have an experience even close to her brothers. I understand that college is not a route for everyone and manylocal children go into trades or on mission and then attend BYU-I. However, if we truly value diversity of experienceand culture, we need to better prepare the large population of students who desire to go into a solid universityexperience. Thanks for taking the time to put this together!

2/24/2021 4:37 PM

26 We need more development on the Westside of town. Restaurants, Grocery like a Trader Joe’s and most importantis pool and water complex like Rexburg Rapids with a lazy river, pool and waterslides.

2/24/2021 3:50 PM

27 Thanking for allowing our input. 2/24/2021 2:52 PM

28 Very concerned about property taxes in Idaho Falls. Growth is fine but I'm afraid if my taxes go up any more I willno longer be able to justify living within the city limits.

2/24/2021 9:53 AM

29 Thank you! What’s the status on the 15 and 20 interchange project? Let me know if there is any other ways to getmore involved I would be interested in volunteering time and expertise more for the future of IF.

2/24/2021 8:06 AM

30 Plow the roads. Build another elementary school. I think near Sandy Downs would be a great location. 2/24/2021 1:21 AM

31 I wish idaho falls would work more closely with area cities and combine to do things like create recreation districts,get more business development, better transportation and use foresight to plan for growth in the entire area. I wishIF would lead the way and not fight with the likes of Shelley, Iona, and Ammon.

2/23/2021 11:05 PM

32 I think we need a pool for families in our community. 2/23/2021 10:23 PM

33 Thanks for getting the community involved! 2/23/2021 8:30 PM

34 People moving here from out of state are increasing home prices. They shouldn't be able to receive a home ownerdiscount on property taxes until they've met some type of residency requirements. Seriously we should tax non-Idahoans at like triple the rate.

2/23/2021 8:26 PM

35 Please provide nicer facilities, restaurants and activities for families. Also please improve your parks. We recentlymoved from the Davis County area in Utah and they know how to make and maintain great parks.

2/23/2021 8:24 PM

36 Every irrigation canal should have a bike or walking path along it. The easements already exist and it would be niceto walk and. File the city along the canals

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37 I would love to see all of the canals be open to walking/ running. They are awesome space that connects lots ofparts of the city.

2/23/2021 8:16 PM

38 Fix the roads and plan for future growth when fixing the roads 2/23/2021 7:30 PM

39 Please start enforcing traffic laws. 2/23/2021 5:32 PM

40 Connecting the greenbelt to Shelley and Blackfoot would be great. 2/23/2021 4:09 PM

41 One of my biggest concern is the segregation of schools and the lack of opportunity for certain neighborhoods to besegregated by their social-economic struggles. We need the city to be proactive with after school activities andopportunities for kids of low social-economic statuts with transportation and programs. Housing and were the cityallows permits is another problem. The city allows poor neighborhoods with subsidized housing. This promotes thecontinue segregation of people based on their social economic status. Let's encourage builders to build in otherareas to promote diversity in all neighborhoods. Think about the schools (for example: Dora Erickson): they have ahard time with the influx of students moving in and out of the school. A few years ago, that was the only school thatdidn't meet the goals of D91. One problem is that we are perpetuating for that school to have a population thatmoves around from apartment to apartment. We need to promote diversity by managing what we have now.

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t waste and invasion policies. Dump the licensing requirements for repairing and fixing our own homes. Setu

p a free inspection upon request as needed by land owners. The centers won't work if they are forced at us.

Walmart in Idaho Falls is suffering employee loss because of the plan to drive up housing prices already. Yo

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des so I do not even know why you have that on the list. Forget this walkable center stuff. People are too la

zy to walk and who is going to keep the walking paths cleared in the winter? Where are you getting this crap

from? If your paying them, Don't. Find a good city and build on that infrastructure. Get newer progressive pe

ople in office. You have left this city so far behind. Get rid of the folk that have nested in the city offices till ret

irement. Make them get a real job.

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Wondering if associations and groups would be helpful to engage more people. Does the city sponsor neigh

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ngoing basis.

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Why do all of these options encourage lowering home values? Why not have programs to increase educatio

n, minimum wage, job availability, etc. Tired of these hand outs. Nice residential neighborhoods don't need i

gnorant people flying through to get to their apartment.

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Update existing neighborhoods with utilities, services, water and power before allowing new building around

neighborhoods. Allow /promote homes to have personal wind and solar. Consider infrastructure before allow

ing high density units to be built. We need more schools and police. There are to many apartments being bu

ilt to quickly for our city to handle the influx of people. Crime is on the rise, traffic is becoming ridiculous and

product availability is made worse due to Covid and an influx of people. Consider the winter weather and th

e cost involved in creating walkable and bikable communities

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Tiny Homes. Emulate other cities and add tiny home clusters especially where there is room for a communit

y building and communal outdoor space in the cluster. Identify small city-owned lots at ends of streets, on o

dd size and shape parcels, etc, and add tiny homes there. An example is along S. Saturn at the ends of Vas

sar and Dartmouth - these small lots are perfect for tiny homes. Set up development grant fund to help hom

eowners in neighborhoods with large parcels (number streets, letter streets, and others) convert freestandin

g old garage structures or similar areas into tiny homes or other ADUs. Encourage these especially where it

will add social quality-of-life for seniors aging in place, provide additional caring neighbors for them.

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This survey could be better designed. It assumes we want all the options listed in the rank and doesn't let u

s unselect things we don't really want.

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There seems to be a lot of unused buildings downtown from businesses that have left that could be used for

apartments.

1

There needs to be a lot more housing options for disabled people. Single level homes or duplexes with laun

dry hook-ups, easy lawn maintenance, accessible parking, and accepts Idaho Housing. These things are im

possible to find in Idaho Falls for people like me.

1

There is a shortage of low and middle income housing options. Most new houses are out of reach low and

middle income families taking forcing them out of town or into less desirable living situations. What we do no

t need is government housing but apartments and town houses that do not cost as much as a monthly mort

gage.

1

The numbered streets are the best model of development in the city...follow that pattern- Alleys that put gar

ages on the rear of the property, Porches on the front of the house, walkable neighborhood (wide sidewalks

not interrupted by driveways) centered around a park, varied quality housing styles, and architectural guideli

nes that prevent boring and repetitive housing styles, obviously the city needs to promote better architectura

l guidelines, promote better building facades and architectural agreement with in neighborhoods. Better ame

nities with in a community, a mix of housing types (single, duplexes, four plex, and multifamily...zoned in a "

New Urban" pattern. Hire a town architect to implement and new ideas and empower him/her and support t

he concept of improving for the "good of the community". Create affordable housing solutions, granny flats,

ADU, and the development of affordable housing in Mew courtyards similar to early London U.K.

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The high tax base population necessary to support and sustain a multi generational low income lifestyle will

diminish and is diminishing. Any type of Combined low income housing though well intended, will eventually

in time diminish the suburban quality of life established here in idaho falls And will fundamentally transform I

dahofalls into an Urban style city. And bring with it the street traffic ,congestion, refuse increase, water usag

e, recreational impacts, with municipalities impacted and overburdened. The overall VIBE of IF is a relaxing

open country atmosphere with quick and easy access to a first class air transportation and Recreational am

enities as well as very high quality health care providers and educational institutions…There is No place like

it! Low income housing availability promotes a low income lifestyle and approach to any upward mobility. Th

e higher educated workforce here is shrinking and inflation is inevitable. IF cannot glean the economic reso

urces needed.

1

The focus on housing is asinine when the infrastructure, limited businesses, and lack of adequate paying jo

bs aren’t being addressed as well. The main arteries of the city are congested and housing cost are absolut

ely out of control. Homelessness is growing and shelters are inadequate to help them. Low income individu

als have no where to turn and few jobs that pay enough to find housing. The growth is out of control, city lea

ders have done a shoddy job at best of accommodating growth, infrastructure is a wreck and our mayor is tr

ying to change the identity of what was once a great city to live in. It’s nauseating to see the downfall of the

city and state that was once an absolute hidden gem.

1

The cost for family housing is becoming unaffordable to rent. We need rent controlled apartments that are r

easonably priced. A 3 bedroom apartment went for $1000 in 2020 and is not $1550. That pushes families o

ut with no where to go.

1

The city is currently allowing new construction of (apartments primarily) to build extremely cramped complex

es with far too little space for landscaping and parking. Token (Minimal) landscaping provides very little usab

le space or environmental benefits (like Shade ). Tight , compact (cramped) limited parking availability with

no provision for visitors... is detrimental to long term viability and resident contentment. In addition, I suggest

the city review with the fire department and other first responders about safety and access for their vehicles,

There are locations popping up all across the city that I suspect our average firetruck would find very difficult

to approach or navigate within the complexes.

1

That housing market reflect the average income of the area. I am fortunate enough to have a home right no

w but I don't think locals need to be driven out by the influx of people moving in.

1

Support sidewalks that connect and are actually walkable and ADA friendly throughout neighborhoods and

connecting neighborhoods.

1

Support and augment the exsisting housing organizations, dont create new ones. HOAs may also need revi

ew and officer education requirements. I've lived in two different developments with HOAs. Both had officers

that were ill informed and not aware the Bylaws conflic with current federal housing laws/regs.

1

Stop the expansion! Sick of so many licenses plates from Texas, California, Washington and Oregon. Hope

they all go back! Idaho Falls and Idaho is changing and NOT in a positive way. Traffic and crime to so much

more than it was just three years ago. We love Idaho but are thinking about moving as a result

1

Stop building housing. The more housing you build, the more people will move here. We don’t want them. T

oo much congestion, not enough space.

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Require trails/bike paths to be built by developers in new housing developments 1

Require rental properties to maintain any/all common areas, lawns, flower beds, etc. Give renters more prot

ections under rental agreements. Most agreements are skewed to protect the property management compa

ny/landlord. In my rental the tenants are required to replace any lightbulbs in the ceiling fixture (ceilings are

12’+ easy), replace blinds for windows that are unusually large (not standard size windows for standard ma

de blinds), etc. We have to pick up dog crap that’s within the vicinity of our dwelling even if we don’t own an

animal, etc.

1

Require neighborhoods to have a mix of house sizes, not just 3500 square foot houses but have a mix of 15

00-2500 square foot houses. There are so many new builds that are all huge homes which continually make

s the market heavy on non-starter homes so more of our residents can't afford to buy a home locally.

1

Require more for the developers to create more parks and features in neighborhoods to lessen the strain on

the city to provide these aspects.

1

Require appropriate maintenance in historical housing areas 1

rental management agencies are a barrier to low income or low opportunity people so are lease agreements 1

RENT CAPS. 1

Remove parking requirements, or significantly lower them. Focus on creating dense housing in and near do

wntown, to reduce the need for a car. Connect existing dense housing and retail spaces with a bus network.

Prioritize pedestrians and cyclists at intersections. The lights should change for them. I think that creating a

city code that incentives turning empty second/third floors in downtown should be investigated. Move away f

rom large box store construction and focus on incentivizing neighborhood grocery store. Dallas recently ma

ndated that all convenience and dollar store allocate a certain amount of floor space to fresh foods. Low inc

ome residents often struggle with access to fresh food and this could be a great way to improve the health a

nd wellbeing of residents and should be implemented as well.

1

Redevelop parking lots into housing. 1

questions on housing were difficult to answer--too much jargon for me to give a priority ranking. 1

Question 5 has zero good ideas to choose from. The city should not be looking to create new authorities or

provide assistance

1

Protect our good neighborhoods. Do not force the building of low income housing. People flock to Idaho Fall

s because of the nice neighborhoods. Forcing low-income housing into certain neighborhoods would devalu

e them considerably. We don't want to have the problems that a bigger cities have. Do not make housing de

cisions based solely on diversity, that would be disastrous for all of us.

1

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Prevent the sale/use of single family homes as rentals to multiple individuals. Many neighborhoods have an

increasing number of houses wherein it is clear that they are rented out to a half dozen or more transient pe

ople who park on the front lawn block the streets and mailboxes and fail to perform even the most basis mai

ntenance. Prohibit parking vehicles on the front lawn. Require renters or the landlords to maintain their prop

erties. ENFORCE LAWS.

1

Please support the preservation and maintenance of the historical neighborhoods. 1

Please more bike paths and walk-ability throughout town. Especially with 17th and sunny side and 25th havi

ng so much traffic. Can the greenbelt be expansive and go through more parts of town?

1

Partner with Community Actions to build affordable housing units 1

Offer more incentives to those with ties to the local community already to develop further in our area. This is

more likely to ensure pride and care for the long term effects

1

note on questions. An explanation of some of the terms used above would have been nice, like what does a

short-term rental registration entail? Actual answer: I would say sidewalks! I live less than a mile from Tautp

haus, but the lack of sidewalks from 65th to the park entrance makes me hesitant to walk down 5th.

1

Not enough low income housing for families and individuals with fixed incomes or disabilities. Not enough s

helter options in the community to manage the homeless population. The crisis center is utilized as a default

center for those with mental health issues or those with no other place to go. Not enough referral sources av

ailable to address lower income populations.

1

No matter what is decided, to me, the number one issue should be planning, developing adequate infrastruc

ture prior to any building of developments or additional housing. This would certainly include forethought on

utilities, i.e. water, electricity, roadways, internet, etc.

1

Need public transportation 1

Na 1

N/A 1

More low-income housing or caps on rent increases 1

More housing available to people on disability.. 1

More building done on an income based approach 1

more affordable and safe senior living 1

Make sure there are connections that allow people to enter/exit sub divisions and neighborhoods that do not

impact traffic solely on one road.

1

Make sure the roads can handle the influx of new houses/apartments before building. 1

Make sure that each neighborhood has multiple access points so large vehicles such as school buses can s

afely access area.

1

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Make sure halfway houses are zoned away from schools. That they are regulated and monitored for excess

garbage and broken down vehicles and noise ordinances. If you are going to mix apartments and neighborh

oods need to watch for petty crime and vandalism.

1

Make sure all housing has access to Groceries and Parks without a vehicle 1

Make a side walk that connects from pancheri to old Butte road. It is ridiculous seeing young people and fa

milies ride along that pathway without an actual trail while cars go about 45 mph on that road.

1

Maintaining neighborhood integrity is critical. Having multi-unit, high density housing adjacent to single famil

y and/or residential ag creates fragmentation and ruins the integrity and aesthetics of areas.

1

Love to see more neighborhoods around heritage hills subdivision not apartments or office buildings 1

Look into making/enforcing laws where a person buys a house without living in it and then rents it out to mor

e than five unrelated individuals. There is a house on the corner of Brentwood and Dickson that does this a

nd having five to seven cars on that corner is a hazard. And the renters and landlord do not perform upkeep

on the property.

1

Limit the amount that rent can be increased per year. 1

landscape enforcement. 1

Landlord and property management company registration to ensure housing and living standards meet buil

ding safety and compliance for ADA, mixed family, elderly ,and reserve a percentage for low income.

1

Keeping our neighborhood clean & clear of ttash & keeping duplexes and apartments out of the rural areas. 1

Just encourage more housing construction or support for home buyers, especially first time home buyers, d

emand is high while supply is low.

1

It would be great if some of the new construction going on was made for elderly people and those you have

grown up here. I would like to see 1 story building, no stairs. Also, I would rather have a garage than a swim

ming pool. It seems all the new construction is 3 stories no garages. Most of us living here do not want to be

in a big city, that's why we stay living here is the small-town living.

1

It ok 1

It is so hard to rent with the criteria some people do not have any one to co sign if the credit is below a certa

in point. Landlords ask too much money due to the people that have come here from others states that offer

more than the asked rent. We are going to have more and more people that are homeless. we still make ov

er 300 to qualify for a senior apt community. There is. So many people like us the older ones that have a har

d time to get a place. We also need another housing for the very less fortunate that are either homeless or a

bused and absolutely now where to go. I am sorry but the greed of money has come to our use to be humbl

e town. I have lived here all my life I love this town I love the old-timers. I see why people are flocking here b

ut some of the landlords rental agencies have got out of hand thank you for all youa are tring to do to help

1

Infill is the most important to me to maintain walkability and connectivity in our neighborhood. 1

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Increase the percentage of Low Income Units 25% on all new Town House or Apartments. Demand Solar p

anes be installed on all new construction with a central control building, within the complex, to house batteri

es and switch gear to support the solar panels. All new construction will provide common area for residents

use, off street parking for two vehicles, a minimum of two exits out of the area, side walks, sprinklers and la

ndscaping to be maintained by the builder for a minimum of 20 years with bonds posted to cover costs.

1

Increase paths to housing complex. The housing in snake river landing does a great job or walking paths wit

h scenery. Except that its right by the road. Create paths away from the roads not right next to the road. Als

o increase the requirements for communities to stay clean/well maintained. This is specially a concern now t

hat people from other states are moving in. They have different believes and are use to dirty cities stop that

before it becomes a much bigger problem.

1

Incorporate green space throughout neighborhoods and leave some areas wild so there are places to run o

n dirt paths. Currently Idaho Falls builds neighborhoods and forgets to leave a walking/running path made of

dirt or some other natural material that is not concrete or asphalt. This shuts out the natural habitats of man

y animals. We need pathways running through all of these developments left wild for people and creatures t

o roam. The area around the sand dunes near Sand Creek Golf Course including a large portion of the sand

dunes has been sold for development and is now fenced off as private property. This is not okay. We need t

o be able to walk, run, and bike from all locations. Re-claim those sand dunes so they are available to every

one and not just the rich people that can afford a house built on that property.

1

Incentivize developers to infill and create mixed use developments by offering to carry some of the cost of d

emolition of a building that is in a brownfield site, or is on property that could be used for something way mo

re beneficial. Like for example, an old run down commercial building on a busy corner that could be redevel

oped into a mixed use building with commercial or retail on the bottom few floors and residential above. This

would help increase the productivity of a piece of property by bringing in more tax revenue, while also revital

izing an area and making more attractive and creating a sense of “place”.

1

Incentivize developers to do infill projects more than a new normal single family neighborhood on the edge

of town.

1

In new subdivisions and undeveloped lands create flexible zoning and building incentives to incentivize buil

ders to build more condos, apartments, townhomes, and smaller more affordable single family dwellings. De

crease property taxes on longtime IF residents. Offset the potential tax loss by imposing a one time tax on p

eople who buy homes here from out of state based on the purchase price of the homes.

1

If you're trying to draw families to IF, building apartments that have daycare facilities included in the rent (lik

e the Apple does with its membership) would likely appeal to many young families, especially if they're movi

ng here from out of town. Better lighting in some of the older neighborhoods would also be welcome. Street

s feel safer then they're well-lit. There are several neighborhoods that are run-down and dingy. Maybe focus

on those areas and see if there are some definable, doable actions that, if implemented, would have a lastin

g impact on improving the feel of the neighborhood. Would neighborhoods with gravel/dirt roads markedly i

mprove if they were paved and had sidewalks? Would people keep their belongings on the front lawn if they

were provided with a storage shed for their backyard. An upside to this one, you could call it you Give-A-Sh

ed incentive! ;D

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IF needs more green areas.. ie parks…between neighborhoods, especially where new building is taking pla

ce.

1

IF doesn’t enforce rules regarding upkeep of people yards, trees over sidewalks, houses should be condem

ned, poor landlords… The city tends to say, “NO” to many people trying to improve their neighborhoods! Ho

meowners with proposed improvements are rejected and yet, when you walk the the streets of the historic a

rea of IF, you will see cars parked on lawns, using corner sidewalk ramps as approaches, excessive weeds,

trees overhanging the sidewalks everywhere, trees falling into streets because of lack of upkeep… and the l

ist goes on. (i.e. before the parade the city went on the parade route and and cut trees, above sidewalks, th

at were not excessive, but other streets with overgrowth - ignored) When one applies to improve properties i

t’s very easy for the city to refuse. The city DOES NOT ENFORCE with existing problems with their own rul

es/regulations. Very frustrating! City of Idaho Falls, PLEASE ENFORCE THE RULES TO ALL! Quit picking

on those making improvements.

1

I would love to see some high quality, well designed/planned cottage communities in the area. 1

I would like to see more parks in new neighborhoods. If the city doesn’t have funds to support the building of

the parks the developers would need to be responsible for putting the park in the neighborhood, but the city

would need to be responsible for the up keep.

1

I think that some of the infrastructure costs should be passed onto the developers. Such as widening roads t

o access all of the newer development areas the congestion of traffic is really bad. I love the expansion of w

alking, bike paths that connect the city and provide more options for our active community members.

1

I think that requiring developments to provide a wide range of housing types would not only provide more aff

ordable housing but would also improve the socio-economic disparages in these new neighborhoods and al

so in the new high school and middle school

1

I think it would be helpful to work toward missing middle concepts, to work on preventing concentration of p

overty through developing housing options and walkability, and to maintain and advance code enforcement

and support to help people maintain property.

1

I support highly the wakability and bike lane incentives to the neighborhoods. As well, as maintain and enha

nce green spaces. Community oriented programs should also be a priority in the downtown area. Promote a

grant based program to provide funds to neighborhoods to improve their livability and aesthethics.

1

I like all the ideas in question 6. It was hard for me to rank them, they are all equally great to me. One idea I

had to encourage more housing is to pave the alleys and make them more well lit and give them a more invi

ting feeling to people, this will encourage people to build garages and accessory apartments above these n

ew garages because people won't have a problem with going down the nicer alleys.

1

I have a concern about lots of duplexes going in without addressing common areas for kids to exist in the sp

ace, such as playgrounds or grassy areas. I worry that too many houses will be built as close as possible to

gether without providing some breathing room.

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I don't want more housing inside of Idaho Falls. The traffic gets worse each week. I would suggest building

new homes North (and South) of Idaho Falls. I don't want "High Density Housing" inserted into existing resid

ential neighborhoods. It lower's property value, it creates more noise, it will create real traffic congestion. It d

estroys the privacy and peace of those who moved here 10 years ago. I feel that your survey questions are

"one-sided." There are no options for less development of existing areas.

1

I don't like any of the ideas in area 5. There is too much regulation and a push to make the entire city a Hom

e Owners Association. Telling us what to plant, what is allowed in our yards, how to shovel and take care of

our yards etc. The way you improve landlords is to move out if they don't agree. Not hound them with more

city regulations. If the regulations keep up in the city more people will continue to move out.

1

I didn't like this survey. It's hard to rank things you think are unnecessary. Maybe it should ask on a scale of

1 to 10 how important are these issues to you.

1

I believe we need to have less regulation and micromanagement in our city. People with capital who wish to

invest in development are going to continue to focus development in the outer areas like they are in Iona ar

ea due to less regulation. Additional codes and regulations are hurting our city and is not the way to go. I pe

rsonally have considered moving out of the city due to unreasonable action by Idaho Falls Code enforceme

nt. I am also disappointed in the requirements I have seen the city put on businesses which have pushed bu

sinesses to move to Ammon and elsewhere outside the city limits.

1

I believe there should be more incentives for investors to purchase and create housing and mixed use oppo

rtunities. Also, on larger lots, the idea of additional dwellings needs to be explored along with a loosening of

regulations, codes, etc.

1

I believe the contractors should be obligated to participate in community development such as requiring par

ks to be built. They should also be required to offer more for large scale developments.

1

I believe that developing a housing authority would help with low income individuals that can not afford basi

c rent. I also think to preserve the look and feel of neighborhoods is to develop communities that reflect on I

daho falls and it’s beauty

1

How about we quit allowing so much multifamily housing on the westside until there are more businesses to

support them. As if driving to the east side or Ammon for everything wasn't busy enough we built hundreds

of apartments on the west side. Brilliant!!

1

Honestly, non of the first six questions resonated with me at all. What do I want? I want my current nice neig

hborhood to stay nice. I want more public parks. I want housing costs to be affordable for young families ho

ping to get their first home.

1

Have organizations do outreach with the community about affordable housing and how to apply for rental as

sistance. I would like to strongly oppose any efforts to put additional commercialized buildings and business

es in neighborhoods. This is mostly out of concern for low income neighborhoods being gentrified and displ

aced due to a rental increase that correlates with adding commercialized buildings. There is an increasing h

ousing issue due to rental increases. There needs do be an organizational effort to keep people in this town

secure in their housing. Adding more apartments, townhomes, etc is one thing... but maintaining affordabilit

y in those new buildings is a whole other topic of discussion that needs to be addressed.

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Have a rent cap in the area that is 30% of median income so people can actually afford rent. 1

For new neighborhoods/ developments require some amount of green space to be maintained. For exampl

e:add walking trails or a neighborhood park. We are losing so much green space.

1

Focus on walkability/bikeability , mix-use, green space (even just trees), and mixing of residents! No need fo

r NIMBY in IF! Don't forget about existing neighborhoods!

1

Focus on creating "neighborhoods" with walking//biking etc. as a priority. This means local businesses to m

eet the resident needs and maybe some stability, e.g. specific policemen and.or city officials assigned to the

neighborhood, i.e. needs addressed by people familiar with the area, not just random people. Frankly, for all

of the "ranked" activities, all are really a priority and any actions need to include all options.

1

Ensure safe building standards of all buildings and ensure there is ample parking for apartments and duplex

es off the street. Enforce CURRENT parking and building regulations. There are neighborhoods that have ju

nk cars and trailers that encourage pollution, crime and unhealthy living conditions. There are also many lot

s within the city limits that are not kept up and weeds are growing too high. CLEAN THIS UP! ENFORCE ex

isting laws on the books.

1

Enforce more affordable housing and add WAY more parks and walking paths! Idaho Falls is in desperate n

eed of more neighborhood parks and community paths.

1

Enforce current or establish codes that require yard maintenance and watering, and not allow vehicles and t

rash on property that is visible from the street.

1

Enforce cleanup/fines for frontyards and backyards filled with junk, trash, weeds, overgrown trees, vehicles,

trailers, campers, crushed shacks & sheds in backyards and side yards, dilapidated unsafe fences. These p

roblems need top priority its causing a rodent & snake issues!

1

Encourage construction in general as COVID really did a number on new construction and first time homeb

uyers.

1

Eliminate or remove parking minimums in areas that are highly walkable. Remove discriminatory zoning law

s like minimum setbacks, single family zoning, and allow business like small grocery stores, hardware store

s, etc to be built in neighborhoods.

1

Eliminate or reduce setback and parking requirements for new housing to promote infill development over s

prawl. Allow mixed residential / commercial use in all commercial districts. Loosen restrictions on multi famil

y homes and apartment complexes. At the same time, limit expansion of existing roads and expand infrastru

cture for bikes and pedestrians.

1

Developer/zoning requirements to include a certain number of trees per unit or acreage; Require better grad

e concrete for curbs, gutters, and sidewalks in new developments. the ones in my neighborhood are already

crumbling and they're about 2 years old. The developer certainly won't pay to replace them, nor will the city,

if I understand the rules.

1

Developed walking trails along the canals or other areas to connect neighborhoods. 1

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Develop more East-West corridors with limited to no traffic lights. This way housing can be further from plac

es of employment without causing congestion.

1

Develop codes and standards that don't allow developers to throw up apartments like some of the cheap jun

k they are building now. Most of them will be dilapidated slums in 10 to 15 years.

1

Develop and/or enforce codes that keep neighborhoods and business areas from looking shabby when own

ers leave properties or businesses empty for more than a year. Or when properties or businesses have exte

rior fire damage and owners do not restore the exterior for more than a year.

1

Decrease side yard for corner lots to twice required for a regular side yard. 1

Create local Historic Districts to protect our vulnerable historic neighborhoods from flippers and developers

(well-intentioned or not) who are destroying the fabric of these areas, be that by inappropriate alterations, te

ardowns, etc. Also, develop codes that address burned out and abandoned properties and weed-choked va

cant lots. These things should not be allowed to persist like the are. It's one thing if an owner is working on

a property, but some in our neighborhood have been empty and deteriorating for decades, bringing down th

e property values and perception of safety in the neighborhood.

1

Create a smart plan for the city that requires housing developers to pay a proportional fee towards the infras

tructure cost their developments create. These fees would then be used to fund the building of new schools

and long term maintenance of residential roads and utilities.

1

Create a marketing campaign touting the benefits of multigenerational housing. Or put a competition togeth

er for U of I architect students to do some multigenerational housing projects and do a 1000 scholarship. Thi

s would likely create its only marketing for fairly cheap with a lot of options to look at. Favorite project that I

worked on at U of I was a reuse of a Portland Oregon competition which was to follow the zoning codes whil

e taking a 100x100 lot and place 4-6 units on it.

1

Cooperative living developments 1

Consider traffic flows before you allow hundreds of apartments to be built on the westside. Aren't Sunnyside

and 17th busy enough? Considering everything to do is on the Eastside of town. What is next township or e

ven 65 south?

1

Consider relaxing zoning and building codes to permit residential building in commercial zones. Please do n

ot consider imposing further regulations and standards on buildings and developments, as these will just inc

rease the costs of both time and money on both residents who are looking for affordable housing and builde

rs who need to fulfill this need.

1

consider a moratorium on new building so that existing infrastructure and schools are not compromised due

to unlimited growth

1

City ordinance barring the sale of homes to anyone from California, Utah, Oregon and Texas 1

can we put the homeless, whether they are permanently or temporarily homeless, into any of the hundreds

of dead and abandoned buildings and out of business structures currently blighting this town? same questio

n regarding the thousands of young people living here who cannot afford a mortgage or even the cheapest l

evel of rent in this town?

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Can we enforce upkeep? 1

Build bike lanes for those who don't have a car to drive to work due to high gas prices. 1

Build all new roads extra wide for adding lanes in the future, traffic is horrible. 1

Be sure landlords are keeping up rental units. Are the units up to code? Are they safe? Affordable housing i

s important, but we don't want to create slums.

1

Apartment 1

All this so far has nothing to do with city government 1

All of these choices to rank are bad ideas and will just make a fast build of cheap places that won't be maint

ained. These recommendations will reduce the amount of small landlords by putting more burden on them

which will reduce the number of rental houses. People don't want to live in large apartment complexes or to

wnhomes for long and look at them as a stepping stone to a single family home. These initiatives will ruin th

e appeal of Idaho Falls.

1

Affordable housing without crooked landlords is the main goal I think. 1

Adding new requirements to housing development is a recipe for greatly slowing development that is alread

y failing to keep up with demand.

1

Add parks rather than duplexes and apartments inside town. New development should go outwards of town.

Beautify the older neighborhoods

1

1. None of these drag and drop choices work on a mobile platform. 2. DO NOT DEMOLISH SOUTH CAPIT

AL PARK to build a water tower! You have other viable options. The LWCF funding that was used to establis

h the park requires you to complete an Environmental Assessment to evaluate all the options before making

any decision. Do not choose to forego all future federal funding for parks and greenspaces that would make

IF a better place to live.

1

Have affordable housing to be able to relocate in town without having to significantly increase debt. Don’t ha

ve hospitals only in one part of town.

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10. Increase Funding for Development of Open Spaces


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12. Given limited funds, where do you think the City should prioritize its spending on recreation and parks?


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Well,,duh,,all,of,these,are,important.,Addressing,the,needs,of,all,of,it's,citizens,is,what,the,cioty,should,be,st

riving,for.,For,hell's,sake,,raise,the,taxes,a,bit,to,cover,some,of,this,stuff.

1

The,city,could,come,up,with,a,program,to,help,residents,plant,shade,trees,along,sidewalks,and,streets,on,th

eir,own,property,to,help,make,a,sidewalk,or,path,more,enjoyable,

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Stop,with,the,overreaching,demands,on,how,we,keep,our,property.,,,, 1

Reduce,speed,limits,on,arterial,roads,such,as,17th,and,enforce,them. 1

Promote,planting,trees.,They,are,good,for,emotional,health,AND,they,improve,city,aesthetics. 1

Promote,“love,your,neighbor,“,by,discouraging,fireworks,,being,tolerant,of,each,other’,religions,,etc. 1

Prioritize,walking/biking,over,car,traffic.,,Currently,lights,are,set,up,for,car,travel,where,a,green,light,allows,a,

driver,to,turn,right,and,pathways,or,bike,lanes,just,end.

1

Offer,a,program,to,residents,that,help,pay,for,new,street,trees,on,the,owners,property,,this,will,help,shade,si

dewalks,all,over,the,city,,making,walking,more,enjoyable

1

Not,every,part,of,the,city,has,to,have,commercial,development.,,Leave,the,neighborhoods,alone,,some,of,u

s,like,to,have,a,residential,feel.

1

Lower,rental,prices.,Singles,cannot,afford,housing,in,this,market,via,rental,or,buying 1

Look,at,grants,to,support,the,location,of,small,gyms,or,yoga,studios,scattered,around,town. 1

It,is,possible,and,even,mandatory,that,a,city,this,size,focus,on,all,of,these,things.,,They,are,intertwined,anyw

ay!!

1

Encourage,environmentally,friendly,and,sustainable,solutions,,including,green,spaces,and,access,to,afforda

ble,water,so,residents,can,grow,food,and,flowers,for,pollinators,,&,space,for,trees,and,greens,to,help,with,w

ater,retention,and,mitigating,the,heat.

1

Create,micro-community,centers,in,each,neighborhood,(possibly,using,existing,parks/schools/empty,buildin

gs),that,can,host,indoor,and,outdoor,meetings,,clubs,,classes,,reading,groups,,cooking/nutrition,education,,l

ocal,swaps,,afterschool,activities,,more.

1

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civic,plays,,,cultural,events,and,food,tasting,events,etc.,,Things,that,help,us,socialize,better,,,community,gar

den,spots

1

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17. Traffic congestion was expressed as a top concern among residents. What solutions are the most important to you?


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18. Please list other Traffic Solutions here:

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Would be nice to have a freeway spur or loop that connects I-15 to the channing way area or around Ammo

n which will reduce the traffic.

1

Work with local employers to "reset" work-hours, school-hours, etc. for staggered arrival/departure times. 1

With some retail on the Westside it wouldn't require EVERYONE to drive the Ammon and the eastside for e

verything.

1

wider road are louder (quality of living for nearby neighborhoods) and only lead to increased traffic...more of

the same. Driverless shuttles along main corridors would be neat (like yellowstone is testing), although pres

umably far outside the city budget. Grants?

1

When turn lanes are installed, install full-width turn lanes instead of the 3/4 size ones I I have seen installed.

Not sure if that's a developer issue or a city issue. Get the turning traffic entirely out of the flow of regular tra

ffic.

1

We really dont have much of a traffic issue. It may be that drivers aren't realistic in their expectations of our

"small town" growth impact. Promot the use of public transportation and alternate forms of transportation (w

alking and cycling)

1

We need to stop building and planning about makikg life better for cars and their passengers. We need to k

eep roads slow and even slow them done for safer ped and bike. We don’t need fast in our small town

1

We need to add more East/west and North/south corridors. Sunnyside and 17th are too busy. Holmes and

Woodruff get crazy during the school year. We need to widen Holmes north of 17th somehow or find an alter

nate North/south corridor on the west side of I-15. 45th and 65th south should already be widened. They are

becoming more traveled alternatives to Sunnyside and they are a danger where they cross Woodruff, Holm

es and 25th.

1

try to enforce red light running. To many people run red lights after a green arrow. 1

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Too much traffic on north south roads. Holms you have to wait through two lights sometimes. Clearer markin

gs might help. Coming off of John Adams and 5th street there is no clear sign to let people know who had th

e right of way going north.

1

Thoughtful consideration and coordination of traffic lights at peak drive times. Careful planning/timing of roa

d construction projects to minimize impact. Better planning when building new subdivisions. and while movi

ng car traffic is important, so is maintaining the integrity and safety of neighborhoods. Please don't try and r

oute traffic through neighborhoods in order to alleviate traffic on main roads.

1

This survey could be better designed. It assumes we want all the options listed in the rank and doesn't let u

s unselect things we don't really want.

1

There should be a beltway around the city for traffic flow and remove the bottle necks caused by the overlap

of county and city thoroughfares. Remove the bike paths from being part of those heavy traffic areas to redu

ce the interaction of bikes, pedestrians and heavy traffic.

1

there are major thruways like broadway and 17th that still have too many traffic lights which is ok unless u g

et all red lights. there r some hair triggered lights around town that really screw up the cars travelling on the

bigger of the intersection's roads ...roundabouts seem to be working well. still, it takes forevuh to get from o

ne side of town to another side.

1

The main east-west roads (Lincoln, 1st, 17th and Sunnyside) all struggle with traffic. I realize that most of th

ose roads are already expanded as far as physically possible due to housing but I'd love some way to get e

ast-west with less lights, more smooth flow. I understand it isn't likely but it would be nice.

1

Switching the traffic lights to 4 way stop mode at a certain time to a certain time lets say 9:30pm -6:30am on

weekdays. More funds allocated to snow plowing, to create safer roads that enable people to go the speed l

imit after it has snowed.

1

Stricter enforcement against drivers who blatantly disregard basic rules of the road. 1

Streets must be added when housing developments go in rather than relying on existing farm roads. 1

Stop putting everything on 17th Street or Hitt road. For the love of God, can we build something on the west

side of town.

1

Stop falling for induced demand. If you build big streets they will induce more people to drive. Focus on alter

native transportation and density.

1

Slow growth 1

Slow down inside IF 35, all residential 25 and enforce with progressive fines. 1

Should have a plan with all of the development that’s allowed. There are probably 100 or more new homes i

n our area but nothing has been done to address the growth. The turn lanes that was made on 65th actually

is a hazard because they did it on a hill with limited vision in both direction. No warning signage about traffic

entering the highway. I do Applaud the stop signs that have been put up sad that it took the lives of 3 people

to recognize the danger.

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Services closer to neighborhoods which might translate into less traffic on major arteries. 1

See above response 1

Safe and connective routes for cyclists and pedestrians is key. Living near downtown I am close to many a

menities, but there isn't a safe bike/pedestrian route to many of the places I frequent. I would no longer driv

e to the grocery store, gym, park, work, etc if I could safely bike there.

1

Roundabouts????? 1

Roundabouts and related traffic education 1

Restrict the number of people allowed to move here. 1

Repair those streets that are in dire need of repair. 1

Remove roundabouts. People do not use them correctly, do not adhere to the speed limits, and it makes the

m both dangerous, and a source of congestion.

1

Remove roundabouts. Drivers are very dangerous to bikes and pedestrians in these areas. I run or bike thro

ugh the one on Memorial Dr everyday and I am sure I will be hit by a car at some point. It’s nearly happened

several times already

1

Re-Activate the Traffic Safety Committee with the City. But this time make it a better mix of people that don't

work for the City. Last time, once the City Engineers lost control of the vote the committee was suddenly dis

banded.

1

Promote the developement of new businesses in older parts of town, somewhere besides 17th street and Hi

tt. If there were businesses near Fred Meyer for example, or in other parts of town the traffic wouldn't be as

concentrated in one place. We loved shopping at Smith's because it was close to our neighborhood but now

we have to go farther to get basic groceries. It would be nice to have more shopping options throughout tow

ns and necessities like groceries closer to neighborhoods. Then more people could bike and walk which wo

uld reduce traffic.

1

Prioritize people walking/biking with traffic light timing. We should encourage more alternative transportation

and making lights change immediately for pedestrians will incentivize walking/biking. Sidewalks are also a p

riority. The city should commit to having sidewalks/CoC paths on every city street

1

Prevent left or right turns at busy/high traffic areas like 17th and Rollandet. There are other examples of thi

s. Increase the speed limit on 25 Street (east/west). Build roundabouts that are sized to accommodate high l

evels of traffic.

1

Please develop better round abouts. The system at the intersection of Hitt road and Lincoln road is flawed a

nd continues to have backed up traffic on Both roads at peak traffic times.

1

People won't walk and bike unless they feel safe. The speed needs to be better enforced in walking areas li

ke downtown. Maybe pedestrian bridges in some high traffic areas could be helpful.

1

North- south beltway on west side with more convenient acces to I15 1

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NO MOREROUNDABOUTS 1

No left turns on 17th Street between Yellowstone Highway and S. Blvd. The current traffic light configuration

does not facilitate traffic flow.

1

No round abouts 1

Na 1

N/A 1

Most solutions are hard to implement since the major north-south and east-west roads can't be expanded (t

hink Anderson, 1st, 17th and Sunnyside or Yellowstone, Boulevard, Holmes, Woodruff, Hitt) so not sure the

best solution on how to improve the bad traffic situation.

1

More roundabouts. (Yes I'm serious.) 1

More roundabouts for small areas that that frequently tangle up traffic, like cars turning left into neighborhoo

ds on 17th between rollandet and boulevard. Also roundabouts for frustrating long red lights like Yellowston

e and DMV. More sensors to avoid sitting at a red light when there's zero cross traffic like at Broadway and

Skyline which cause frequent red light runners. MORE POLICE WATCHING INTERSECTIONS FOR RED-L

IGHT RUNNERS!!!

1

more round about when possible more right turn lanes only to alleviate traffic 1

More lanes, higher speed limits. 1

More lanes on busy thoroughfares. I don't know how it happens, but 17th needs to go to seven lanes, as we

ll as Hitt and Sunnyside at a minimum.

1

More boulevards or safe street construction. put physical barriers in the road that force a driver to slow dow

n and be attentive, vs only paint and expecting drivers to follow the rules.

1

More bike lanes. 1

More accessibility to better public transportation 1

Make the walking paths as separate as possible from the road. Pedestrians want to feel safe, and I think the

paths will be used more if the people (I'm thinking mostly moms with kids) don't have to worry an errant texti

ng driver is gonna run them down on the sidewalk. Is there any way to make an IF highway we can get on t

hat just goes kinda above the city? We can go 70 mph - like all of us want to do on 17th. It can have exits a

nd entrances every mile or so. I know we have the real highway, but it really just goes in the wrong direction

and doesn't save time at all. I honestly don't know if this is feasible at all, but it would be really nice. (And m

ake an express walkway - fenced in and completely safe - right alongside it.)

1

Make Sunnyside a freeway with on and off ramps. Check out Kellogg road in Wichita, Ks where they did thi

s.

1

Lower taxes in Idaho Falls which will promote growth on Westside instead of Ammon which is way to busy b

ecause thats where all the bussiness are going

1

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Limit any lefthand turns off of 17th Street to only those intersections with a traffic light and turn lane. Build a

beltway around the city to ease congestion on major east-west and north-south arteries.

1

Lengthen the time lights are "green" on Sunnyside. There are two many "North South" roads that interrupt t

he flow of traffic on Sunnyside (e.g. Channing Way intersection). There is 5 times more traffic on Sunnyside

Roead compared to the North/South smaller roads. Yet, the traffic light "green times" don't reflect this traffic

volume. The same thing occurs on 17th street by the Grand Teton Mall. There are several North South inter

sections that constantly stop the flow of traffic on 17th street. Also, need to synchronize the traffic lights on 1

7th street and Sunnyside and N. Holmes.

1

Lean heavily into accelerating the I-15/US-20 Connector Project, and consider expanding it into an actual lo

ng-term beltway.

1

Just for the record, Q17 was the only one that I actually prioritized each item. All others I just clicked the sin

gle item that sounded best. Many of these questions are not suited for citizens that are not fully integrated in

to city planning.

1

Install landscaped medians with trees (Like 25th) and maybe even street lights, in areas where there are no

driveways or a need to use the center turn lane like on many stretches of Sunnyside, Pancheri, Woodruff, H

olmes, Hitt, and maybe even Boulevard. This will help slow traffic down because it will then not make it feel l

ike traffic is on some wide open highway. It'll also help beautify the city as well. Also add right hand only turn

lanes at a lot of the cities intersections. This will help congestion a lot because more cars will be able to stac

k at a light. Reduce the amount of left turns on many of the cities busy streets with raised medians or even l

andscaped medians. If this is done though, U-Turns at traffic lights need to be added. Work on creating som

e kind of belt loop around the city and Ammon to help move more traffic from east to west and west to east.

1

Independent bike paths/walkways away from roads and cars entering traffic 1

Increase speeds on some streets to increase use of those roads to commute between West and East sides.

9th, 12th, 25th street, From 25 to 30/35 Pancheri from Bellin to Yellowstone. From 35 to 40

1

Increase speed limits on main routes. Enforce ticketing of red light violators which slow down traffic in inters

ections. Eliminate more left turns onto main routes (like 17th and Sunnyside) and create routes that bring th

ese cars to less busy roads with traffic lights.

1

In #1 above, include coordination with school districts on school bus schedules 1

Impact fees for new city and county developments that require upfront costs for road improvements needed

for developments. This would include single home construction.

1

I think some kind of ring road around Idaho Falls and Ammon would be really nice. I feel it would take a hug

e load off of Sunnyside and 17th if traffic had an easier way to get across the area.

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I think it is so important to make people feel safe using alternative methods of travel rather than just a car. T

he City of Idaho Falls has prioritized car travel and in effect shut out other forms of travel. I think the city is tr

ying, but you have a long way to go in education of car drivers and that could start in drivers ed and adding

several questions on the drivers written exam. In addition adding sharrows, signage on all pedestrian cross

walks and ticketing if drivers do not yield and stop for pedestrians, prioritizing the push button signal so ped

estrians do not have to wait, and making sure that a right hook is not allowed by drivers...i.e. pedestrians sh

ould be given the right of way before car traffic is given a green light.

1

I think if there was a way to add more lanes or make traffic lights more frequent so everyone does not get b

acked up. I just feel like this town was not made for this big of an expansion.

1

I generally happy with winter snow removal in Idaho Falls, but just to emphasis how important it is, especiall

y in neighborhoods.

1

I feel these are all equally important 1

I can’t think of a solution… it doesn’t seem like there is enough room to rectify this issue here 1

How the hell is there no public transportation? 1

Help people realize that traffic is a part of density. We cannot have an efficient city and low traffic. The only

way to reduce traffic is to reduce vehicles. The only ay to do that is to make public transit more available. M

ostly people need to stop whining and drive less.

1

Have public transportation available 1

Get bikes off road, teach people how to drive, and raise speed limits 1

Focus on what I have listed as 1-5 in the previous question 1

Focus on improving the efficiency of East - West bound traffic (1st Street, John Adams Parkway, 17th Stree

t, and Sunnyside), particularly in regards to the Snake River (need more than just three bridges). And for go

odness sake, no more roundabouts!!

1

Flashing lights on stop signs within a 3 block radius of ALL SCHOOLS, 1

Double the size of 17th street. 1

Don't make the same mistakes Boise did. Start thinking new interstate options now. The city is already behi

nd the ball on this.

1

Don't force us into multiple resident buildings. Repaint the streets the way they were; these single lane stree

ts can't handle the traffic they did before.

1

DO TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT! 1

Develop more East-West corridors with limited to no traffic lights. This way housing can be further from plac

es of employment without causing congestion.

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Designated turn lane down all of 17th street would stop a lot of congestion on that road. The hwy20/I-15 inte

rchange, allow more cars to go through a light on the east bound traffic.

1

create connections from one side of the town to the other with less light sunny side was a good point (less li

ght intersections) unfortunately its not big enough to move all of the traffic across town. 17th street is way to

o congested/many small connections slows down traffic considerably have other options similar to sunny sid

e with less connections to increase flow of traffic. The other options would be a circular highway on the outs

kirts of town but this would ruin the aesthetics of the town (Possible underground?). The town will grow to b

oise size and there is no stopping it (Plan Ahead!!!).

1

Create a highway that essentially circles around the perimeter of ammon and Idaho falls. Salt Lake City utili

zes this, I can’t remember the name of it. It runs east and west and relieves traffic from inside the city, and is

fast and convenient for those traveling cart town.

1

Create a belt loop around Idaho Falls and Ammon that can easily get traffic from the east side over to the w

est side on I-15 and US-20, that would ease traffic on all the main east west roads.

1

Build a belt-way that goes from Shelley area over to Iona that connects with hwy 26 so people don't have to

navigate through town.

1

Bikes all the way.. walking too please 1

Better, safer east-west pedestrian/bike pathways. 1

Better traffic flow between east and west sides of town A connector road that doesn't have stops 1

Better planning for transportation when putting in new developments, but do everything possible to not infrin

ge on existing neighborhoods.

1

Beltway would be nice 1

Beltway type of route to get from one side of metropolitan area to the other side without fighting local traffic' 1

Belt loop / connector to prepare for future growth. 1

Be smarter about parking on narrow roads. Put up street lights on large intersections and newly developed

areas. Remove merging lanes at school crosswalks & bike lanes. People just use them to pass other cars. I

t’s very dangerous Add lighted intersections at congested areas, such as the road between dollar tree and

Home Depot Give citizens a easy place to share their thoughts, concerns, and recommendations. Make sur

e they know they are heard. Invite them to meetings where their concerns will be discussed.

1

As part of a development, the developer should be required to conduct traffic and road studies and provide

solutions including improving the infrastructure as part of the development. Continuing to build large multi u

nit complex developments on two lane rural roads creates irreversible congestion.

1

Actively promote cycling, walking, and public transportation and inform residents that roads are not just for c

ars. I commute by bike in IF and I am yelled at and nearly driven off the road almost daily by residents ignor

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Actively create the culture of getting places in other ways besides driving. Stop subsidizing the personal veh

icle by catering to expectations of free, easy and doorstep parking. Spend money on repairing sidewalks, m

aking pedestrian-activated crossings convenient, safe and ubiquitous. Make infrastructure that improves wal

king and biking a norm, not a "gift" only when grant money is available. We spend so much on roads while o

ther forms of transportation get the crumbs. Focus on maintaining/requiring things like park strips with grass

and trees that make it pleasant to walk and bike. Crack down on loud aggressive driving. ENGINEER key st

reets for slower speeds and less volume and ditch the illogical and dangerous 85% rule for speed. Targeted

campaigns normalizing (future) public transit, walking and biking for transportation, not just recreation. Infras

tructure is important, BUT recognize that there is a lot more to making a city walkable and bikeable than pat

hways and bike lanes.

1

A perimeter route 1

A loop around the city. The 2 main arteries, 17th and Sunnyside are getting very busy. 1

A coordinated solution with Ammon it seems that we need to learn to live together where we are communic

ating changes and developments. Because those changes affect the people. A committee of both Ammon a

nd Idaho Falls citizens and business entities. To talk about changes or proposed changes and give some di

scussion/feedback to the cites.

1

A connecter route between the east and west side 1

A better plan for main streets...these should have landscaped buffers from residential and commercial...It is

horrible how we have single family houses along a main street like 17th St. and even worse how homes hav

e been converted to commercial and now have paved front yards....so hillbilly. We can do better planning...a

gain the numbered streets were better planned...maybe more consideration is needed for our times...but rea

lly first street and 17th street are a big failure in my opinion.

1

1) Enforce laws against using cell phone (with or without hands) while driving. 2) More barriers preventing p

eople cutting corners at intersections

1

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rarely 4

Occasionally 3

When appropriate (airport, downtown activities where parking is a problem, etc.) 1

very limited 1

Very infrequently 1

unknown 1

Transportation is needed for the elderly! 1

Since we have never had a reliable, timely, dependable form I do not know. 1

Once or twice a year. 1

Once a year maybe 1

On rare occasion 1

Not until my health goes or something similar 1

My interest is in Public Transport for people who have no other means of transport. How can Pocatello provi

de Public Transport and we can't? We still feel there was something fishy about the TRIPTA liquidation.

1

Maybe a couple times a year. I can't imagine it will be very good. 1

maybe 1

It depends on the utility and expense of the service. If it is expensive or has very limited stops, it will be less

convenient than other methods of transportation.

1

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It depends on the frequency and where the routes go. I used public transportation and walked exclusively in

my prior city (Washington DC - busses and subway), so I am a big fan.

1

It depends on pickup locations and convenience to home. 1

I'm older now and it is harder for me to walk to a bus stop, but when I was younger and there was buses run

ning in this town I used it about 3 times a week.

1

If the occasion arises 1

If I was in a pinch, public transport would be nice, but for me at least thats what Uber exists for. IF the public

transport would only go along major routes a scooter program would be cool but require sidewalk plowing.

1

If I need to combine with bike travel across town. 1

I would probably never use it but I think students might use it to help them get from school to/from jobs and

after school activiites.

1

I would prefer more public transit to regional areas in lieu of just in town. We need to connect Pocatello, Bla

ckfoot and IF with the INL - Bullet Train

1

I would only use it if getting from place to place is somewhat comparable to commuting on my own. 1

I live in the County, would use it if my vehicle were in the shop or something 1

I honestly don't know because lately I haven't left the house that much 1

I don't think I will use it, but see that a plan needs be put in place for a future viable transit system, I think in

the short term, the walkable and bike able city is a must and future proofing for a sensible future transit syst

em would be wise.

1

I don't know 1

Going to special events if it was available or to the airport, again, if it was available and reliable. 1

Don't know 1

Depends, I’d love a passenger train to return from at minimum Rexburg to IF but even to Salt lake would be

ideal. Not really interested in busses. I would use a passenger train weekly.

1

depends where it went and if it was convenient. 1

Depends on the Quality of service. Frequency of routes, protected and heated stops, consistent schedule. 1

depends on the definition. I didn't use the previous system as it was not available on demand or a regular sc

hedule.

1

Depends on speed and available route network 1

depends on hte route, but it would benefit many low-income community members 1

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depending on stops, schedule and routes 1

Available and reliable would be the consideration. I think that’s kind of what hurt the transport lion before. If

you look at Pocatello they had real buses not van type so it was kind of hard to take it serious.

1

As needed, foresee weekly to monthly. Bike racks are ESSENTIAL, they make Boise busses very usable 1

as needed and depending on proximity and wait times 1

As needed - I am retired, so I don't need it on a set schedule. I would use it as-needed in conjunction with ri

ding my bike and walking...

1

A couple times a year unless it was available to support events. 1

1-2 a year 1

20. Why would you use public transit in Idaho Falls?

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Explore the

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historic

districts in the

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18.64%

11

13.56%

8

30.51%

18

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Review and

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Explore the creation of programs to assit with property maintenance such as a tool lending library.


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Strongly Support 16 25.4%

Support 31 49.21%

Neutral 12 19.05%

Oppose 2 3.17%

Strongly Oppose 2 3.17%


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Consider grant opportunities for façade improvements in residential areas.


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Support 16 25.4%

Neutral 6 9.52%

Oppose 2 3.17%


Host an annual neighborhood cleanup.


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15

20

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Support 26 41.27%

Neutral 9 14.29%

Oppose 1 1.59%


Explore grants to fund repairs or expansion of sidewalks in this area.


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20

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40

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Support 13 20.63%

Neutral 3 4.76%

Oppose 1 1.59%


Create and promote an active Limited Improvement District (LIDs) program to build and repair infrastructure.


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10

15

20

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Support 23 36.51%

Neutral 14 22.22%

Oppose 1 1.59%


Increase code enforcement in older areas regarding property maintenance.


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Support 15 23.81%

Neutral 15 23.81%

Oppose 2 3.17%


Other (Please describe below)


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Support 1 1.59%

Neutral 9 14.29%

Oppose 0 0%

Strongly Oppose 0 0%

3. If you answered "oppose" or "strongly oppose" on the previous question, please explain why or under what conditions you would answer "support" or "strongly support".

The word cloud requires at least 20 answers to show.


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There aren't any accommodations that will make me surrender my rights to keep my land as I see fit and in

a manner I can afford. These proposals will drive business farther away, raise our taxes even more, and driv

e landlords into bankruptcy. Right now Idaho Falls is living on inflated property sales to liberal outside intere

sts. These liberal interests will terminate the local economy if they're allowed to out pace the local job marke

t.

1

Stop bringing trashy people to this neighborhood. We are not rich but we can file a discrimination lawsuit. T

his is a neighborhood. We do not want stores and such in our neighborhood. You cannot encourage anythin

g on Holmes until you fix that major traffic problem./ You are forcing our neighborhoods to be shortcuts for tr

affic and it is dangerous for our children. Forget the bike and pedestrian crap. You have people blowing thro

ugh stop signs in this neighborhood and the police are totally non responsive.

1

People speed way too much on the numbered streets. 1

OTHER: Create and promote a TREE planting and maintenance program -- Boise Tree Stewards is a good

model -- to help low income and constrained income homeowners especially. Get street trees planted in the

many stretches lacking any! Inform residents about appropriate trees. Explore grants to fund purchases of tr

ees as well as maintenance of large old trees. Create and promote a xeriscape program to lower water use

for landscapes while maintaining beauty and ecosystem function.

1

Other - Explore grants for replacing the old trees that have fallen in storms (e.g., 3 in Kate Curley Park this y

ear, I believe) or had to be removed due to worries about their roots/health. The trees are a big part of the c

haracter of our neighborhood.

1

Make Boulevard are TRUE Boulevard. What I mean by this is adding in a beautiful landscaped median with

trees and old fashioned lights, and adding street trees along the sidewalk. Still have a bike lane but maybe

get rid of the parking if there isn't enough room to have it all.

1

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It sounds like an HOA, and I am against people telling other people what they can/should do to their own ho

use. I do, however, fully support providing information and resources educating the homeowner on the best

way to care for and keep up their charming and unique home. I would LOVE for someone to tell me who in t

own can restore steel casement windows, or reproduce them, or clean in between the double panes when t

here is no way to open them but there's a spider living in there! I'm eager to know how to care for my home,

but I don't want anyone telling me that my home can't have my personality in it. "Other" If there is a list of rel

iable people or businesses who specialize in materials or trades that are necessary to keep old houses bea

utiful and running smoothly, PLEASE make that information readily available? Steel windows, chimney repai

r, hardwood floor refinishing, skimcoating plaster walls, plumbing, electrical, duct work, identifying what "styl

e" your house is, etc. Thanks!

1

I'm filling this in here because there is no opportunity to comment regarding bike and pedestrian access. Th

e biggest barrier to biking in our community is protected bike lanes which are physically separated from vehi

cle traffic. I would happily ride my bike to work and to run errands, however the major streets are very dang

erous for bicycle traffic. By law bicycles are not supposed to use sidewalks but are treated as second class

citizens on the street.

1

If you impose yard cleanup and shoveling to people who can't physically do it and then impose fines it is not

fair. Some older neighborhoods have older people living in them that can't keep up with your conditions. So

me budgets can't keep up with sidewalk repairs that require half payment.

1

If I was interested in enforced property maintenance I would live in a homeowners association, and with pro

perty taxes and housing costs at all time highs, harassing people over things they might not be able to affor

d to do, which then increase their property values and then increases taxes seems a little oppressive in a co

mmunity that values conservative principles of individual freedom. People that don’t like the way their neigh

bors maintain their houses have plenty of neighborhoods to choose from that have homeowners association

s

1

I would support having the city help homeowners on busy streets like 17th to plow their sidewalks. It looks li

ke it would be nearly impossible for individuals to keep them clear in winter with the high traffic volume, freq

uent plowing, etc. It's treacherous to try and walk there with inconsistent snow removal.

1

I think code enforcement needs to be the number one priority. There are so many beautiful homes in the are

a mixed with rentals in which the landlords have completely let go. There are numerous apartment buildings

that are dilapidated and eye sores with trash, weeds and dead grass. Park strips that are ignored. Landlords

should be fined. These types of scenarios lend themselves to more crime and make residents fear walking t

hrough the neighborhood.

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I support all efforts to improve infrastructure and facilitate voluntary improvements to personal property. I op

pose any punitive measures that would burden low-income residents, including renters.

1

Either enforce existing code to stop cheating, or delete it. Not fair to those who follow the rules when others

don't.

1

An LID sounds to me like a tax. Property taxes are too high right now especially with all of the huge jumps in

our house's assessments. Encourage homeowners to improve their properties.

1

I would support neighborhood led tool library‘s, Governed by its inhabitants.Grants to improve a façade only

under strict historic preservation.

1

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Holmes and 1st 26 41.27%

1st and Northgate 28 44.44%

Eastern and Maple 13 20.63%

7th and Holmes 20 31.75%

17th and Boulevard 34 53.97%



Rollandet between Sunnyside and 17th 31 49.21%

Other 3 4.76%

4. Bike/Pedestrian Connectivity

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Work with the

Idaho

Transportation

Department

(ITD) to

reconstruct

Northgate

Mile/Hwy 20

and the

railroad that

includes street

trees,

detached

sidewalks,

bicycle lanes

and

35.59%

21

37.29%

22

15.25%

9

11.86%

72.97

5. Area 1 residents prioritize increasing the bicycle and pedestrian network

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1

Focus on

improving

safety for

cyclists and

pedestrians

crossing busy

streets in the

area.

2

Implement

signage and

wayfinding

along bike

routes in the

area (See

Connecting

Our

46.55%

27

27.59%

16

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8

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9

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Response options Percentage

Area 1 3 10%

Area 2 12 41%

Area 3 10 34%

Area 4 3 10%

Outside of Area 1 3%

Where do you live?

Neighborhood MeetingsCurrent run (last updated Mar 3, 2021 10:11am)

30Activities

36Participants

27Average responses

56%

Average engagement

Count81%

Engagement

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Responses Upvotes Downvotes

Living close to a park 9 0

Lots of trees 7 0

Close to downtown 7 0

having a park nearby 6 0

Classic American Historic Feel 6 0

It's walkable 5 0

Mature landscapes 5 0

Walkable and central 5 0

Close to city center 4 0

Low traffic 4 0

Love the style of the numbered streets houses 3 0

Access to great local entertainment, businesses and restaurants. 3 0

Walkable, close to downtown 2 0

Potential is enormous 2 0

My house is close to a school--and its like the neighborhoods I grew up in. 2 0

Close to my stores 2 0

Park like setting 2 0

Safe, friendly, affordable 1 0

Parking 1 0

Quiet, not a lot of children. 0 0

Clean, safe, nice people, good size yards. Everyone's yard isn't fenced in. Low traffic in the neighborhood. Please note, the map on this survey with the neighborhoods marked out doesn't match the map on the webpage. It's hard to tell which neighborhood as I couldn't zoom in on the map .

0 0

So close to Tautphaus Park. Central to many things. 0 0

Walkable 0 0

Well Connected Community 0 0

Historic Nature and Old Town Charm 0 0

The Number Streets are one of the most diverse neighborhoods in town (along with Letter Streets), with great people, beautiful and varied houses, and lots of trees and gardens. It's pretty, and we have lots of friends here.

0 0

Thauphaus Park 0 0

Less expensive, close to downtown 0 0

I like the historic architecture. I like being able to walk to downtown. I like the mature trees and other landscaping. I like being close to the public library.

0 0

Test 0 0

Walkable 0 0

What makes your neighborhood a great place to live?

58%

Engagement

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not restoring the older homes 8 0

Increase in car culture and roads, removal of pedestrian and bicycle spafe 6 0

Less safety for pedestrians and cyclists 5 0

Loss of parks 5 0

removal of older trees 4 0

infrastructure not keeping pace 4 0

Too much traffic 4 0

Older homes turn into rentals. Rentals not kept up 4 0

Too much traffic in neighborhood 3 0

More cars, less ability to walk and bike around town. 3 0

Missed opportunity 3 0

Lack of affordability 2 0

Sidewalks are uneven. Tree roots 2 0

1) The it will turn over as first generation owners age out. New owners will not have the same neighborhood values. 2) That city will become too busy to care for roads

2 0

Traffic and congestion, decreased safety 3 1

Falling behind on road maintenance 2 0

crime rate raising. 2 0

Lack of walkabolity 1 0

Way too much car traffic 1 0

Uptick in crime 1 0

Fixed income seniors can't afford property taxes utilities food etc 1 0

Too much traffic cutting through. Increased crime with community growth 0 0

Not enough parking in Tautphaus Park. Parking not enforced in the park. 0 0

Full of unattended rentals 0 0

Great Opportunities not being utilized (new attractive charming and well rounded residential and commercial developments)

0 0

Rising costs of housing mean rundown rentals, senior homeowners having difficulty keeping up, severe lack of affordable housing. More air-bnbs mean less new neighbors. City not keeping up amenities so the parks, sidewalks, alleys, increasingly unattractive, unsafe. Neighborhood needs a PLAN.

0 0

Zoo and athletics traffic in the park making walking on the roads unsafe. We need walking paths that aren't roadside.

0 0

More houses will be bought as rentals 0 0

Continue to go downhill 0 0

Thinking about growth, what are you concerned willchange about your neighborhood?

58%

Engagement

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Our neighborhood is landlocked. New growth will not take place in our neighborhood. However, as people move from our area to newer homes, the older homes may become rentals. Rentals are usually not as well cared for as owner-occupied homes.

0 0

Filling up the empty space of Tautphaus Park with needless attractions 1 1

Loss of parking on our street 0 0

Filling up the open space of tapas park with needless attractions. 0 1


24 100%

Thinking about the 7 dimensions of health, how healthy doyou feel your neighborhood is?

Count

67%

Engagement

24Responses

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More small parks with walking paths 7 0

better street lighting 7 0

Bike lanes and bike roads 6 0

improved recycling 5 0

Repair sidewalks 5 0

require rental landlords to keep up properties 4 0

More public art 4 0

more opportunities for low income kids a�er school 4 0

Improve safe walking and provide places to go - corner cafes, parks with activities, etc 4 0

Neighborhood meetings 3 0

More Street Trees 3 0

More walkable, reducing speeds 3 0

enforcement of city codes 3 0

Benches 3 1

Neighborhood specific events 2 0

More lighting in Tautphaus Patk 2 0

helping neighbors make connections to each other--creating a neighborhood social network 2 0

People need to sit! Especially old people 1 0

Nieghborhhod get togethers - get acquainted with your neighbors 1 0

residents need to maintain properties 1 0

More people = more sa�ey, more activity 1 0

less stray animals 1 0

Less traffic and congestion along south boulevard 1 0

Code enforcement small grocery stores 1 0

More local businesses 1 0

city fixing sidewalks and curbs and pot holes-if things look nice people feel better 1 0

Law enforcement 1 0

I'm sorry - I don't know what the seven dimensions of health is (referred to in the last question. 0 0

Enforced parking rules at Tautphaus Park. 0 0

more trees 0 0

more walkable places of business 0 0

diverse housing options 0 0

better lighting to feel safer at night 0 0

More Curb appeal to encourage more walking 0 0

What are some things you think could improve yourneighborhood's health?

56%

Engagement

47Responses

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Recognize that older people walking places need benches or other spots to rest. Either help start more cafes, corner stores, places that have tables, or at least help put benches along the sidewalks so people can keep going.

0 0

Trees! Either invoke ordinance, or offer assistance, but get street trees planted where missing, and maintained where neglected.

0 0

Improved path between the neighborhood south of Thauphaus Park into the park. Crossing area on Rogers St. and internal paths for walkers/strollers in the park.

0 0

I'm not sure. 0 0

Lighting and sidewalks 0 0

Homeowners keep up properties. 0 0

I think encouraging pride of home ownership would go a long way. I appreciate it when people take care of their homes and yards. I do not like it when a big home is cut into small apartments. Usually those people do not take care, because they are not responsible for the entire property.

0 0

Return parking to S boulevard 0 0

Warm tone led street lighting 0 0

higher density 0 0

vehicle speed mitigation on cut through streets between Holmes and boulevard 1 1

playgrounds that are safe for little kids 0 0

A housing authority 0 1


Yes 16 73%

No 6 27%

Is your neighborhood an affordable place to live?Count

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Engagement

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Outside defined region

26 100%


0 0%

Thinking about the overall condition of housing (state ofrepair, desirability, etc) how do you feel about the livabilityof housing in your neighborhood?

Count

72%

Engagement

26Responses

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Renters don't take care of yards 4 0

not enough range of prices, sizes 3 0

More homes turn into rentals. Older people cant affort to keep up their homes 3 0

Costs are increasing quicker than incomes 3 0

Cheap renovations 3 0

McMansions 3 0

state of rentals is poor 2 0

More absentee landlords in the #ered streets 2 0

Aesthetically becoming less pleasing 2 0

The need for weed control in alleys-we have pokeweed taking over 1 0

Rentals, absent landlord 1 0

Decreasing property value due to increased traffic and congestion 1 0

That the quality of homeowners will decline over time--we could end up with people who do not care about maintaining their properties.

1 0

I want to ensure that the quality and care of homes in our neighborhood is maintained. 0 0

Improvements to Tautphaus Park with little understanding of how patrons ACTUALLY park. Also with little concern to those whose daily lives are impeded by rouge parking in the park.

0 0

it will just be full of homes with constant turnover 0 0

There won't be enough diverse options 0 0

There need to be more options, especially in the middle. Seems like places are either expensive, high-maintenance, single-family homes or they are run-down rentals. Fill things in.

0 0

My neighborhood is affordable for me but the majority of people in IF would not be able to afford it. While it might negatively effect my property values if apartments or townhouses were closer, I would like to see the park be more accessible to young families.

0 0

As people age who own homes in this area, some may not be able to keep up with snow removal, lawn mowing, and general upkeep. When they die, the home may be bought by someone who wants to make a fast buck by flipping the house. Sometimes that means cheap, shoddy work.

0 0

Investment of code enforcement 0 0

Will continue to deterioate due to lack of code inforcement, there are literally slum loards in IF 0 0

Widowed seniors trapped in houses that are too much, have safety issues 0 0

No accountability around landlords 0 0

Not enough 0 0

Not enough options 0 0

As the City grows, what concerns do you have abouthousing in your neighborhood?

47%

Engagement

27Responses

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It enough of it 0 0


increase curb appeal of the streets to make the area more inviting for people to encourage builders and developers to come to the area. They will follow the money.

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help out developers with demolition costs of homes that just aren't that great but the property could be used for much better things

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encourage developers to invest in our area and not do the same old thing in the country 0 0

have affordable housing and have expensive housing 0 0

ease regulations for different types of buildings 0 0

Rigid zoning probably needs to be rethought. Small manageable condos or apartments for seniors would free many to get out from under their big houses, the upkeep, while staying in the neighborhood they like and know. Enable tiny homes as ADUs.

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Nothing, the houses in our neighborhood are very well kept. 0 0

Encourage homeowners to clean up and fix up through programs to highlight well kept homes in a neighborhood.

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provide assistance to homeowners for repairs through grants or low interest loans. 0 0

Enforce ordinances and standards 0 0

I am glad the city added lighted crosswalks on South Boulevard. I am grateful the old 3rd ward church became the Healing Sanctuary. I love the remodeled exterior of Hawthorne Elementary, making both wings compatible architecturally. I am grateful for the Ridge Avenue Historic District. Let's do more

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Better Zoning (allowing different housing types) 0 0

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Anywhere 10 34%

Near/along major streets 4 14%

Near major intersections 1 3%

Perimeter of neighborhood 4 14%

A twin home doesn't make sense in my neighborhood 10 34%

How well do you think your neighborhood reflects thispolicy goal?

How do you feel about increasing housing choices in yourneighborhood?

Where in your neighborhood does a twin home make sense?

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Anywhere 15 54%



Perimeter/entrance of neighborhood 3 11%

A duplex doesn't make sense in my neighborhood 3 11%


Anywhere 16 64%




Accessory dwellings don't make sense in my neighborhood 4 16%


Anywhere 11 37%




Townhomes don't make sense in my neighborhood 9 30%


Anywhere 11 39%




A bungalow court doesn't make sense in my neighborhood 7 25%

Where in your neighborhood does a duplex make sense?

Where in your neighborhood do accessory dwellings makesense

Where in your neighborhood do townhomes make sense

Where in your neighborhood does a bungalow court makemost sense?

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Anywhere 6 24%




A courtyard apartment doesn't make sense in my neighborhood 12 48%


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A mid-rise condo or apartment doesn't make sense in my neighborhood 11 42%

Where in your neighborhood does a courtyard apartmentmake sense?

Where in your neighborhood does a mid-rise condo orapartment make sense?

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Not in keeping with historic character. 7 0

Not done properly and done cheaply 5 0

Absentee landlords 4 0

lack of places to build on without destroying current homes 4 1

infrastructure keeping up 2 0

Compliance with regs/ordinances 1 0

Not enough parking. Our o street parking was taken away 1 0

Crime rate increase 1 0

I live in a mature neighborhood where there isn't any land to build more buildings. All the houses are in good repair, so it doesn't make sense to knock any down to build something different.

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No room for new construction. Houses were built in the 1950s and 1960s. Al. Are maintained. There are no lots to build new housing.

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No parking options 0 0

They won't look nice and fit the historic nature of the neighborhood 0 0

We need better walk/bike connectivity and PUBLIC TRANSIT back (and better) so that people can opt out of cars. Consider putting parking in alleys to so street parking doesn't run out.

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There isn't any place to put more housing in my neighborhood. 0 0

We have all of these types of homes south of West 21st St. Some are well-maintained, but many are not. Some apartment buildings do not blend in with the other homes in the neighborhood. When a large home is cut into apartments or a building is put behind another, o�en problems ensue.

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The free market is what determines the best use of real estate. There likely will come a time when it makes sense to tear down a house to build a duplex o an apartment complex, or a business, etc.

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zoning changes to eliminate single-family housing 0 0

The neighborhood I live in is the first suburb, it has some sort of historical significance here in Idaho falls. I do not think the addition of housing choices would help.

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Twin Home 4 11%

Duplex 5 14%

Accessory Dwelling 7 20%

Townhome 5 14%

Bungalow Court 2 6%

Courtyard Apartment 1 3%

Mid-Rise Condo or Apartment 5 14%

Apartment Complex 3 9%

None of the Above 3 9%

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work, grocery stores, kids school, home. What does this question mean?

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Grocery store, pre-school, playgrounds, library, zoo, ice rink, gym (non-COVID era), INL campus, trails

Work Church, food shopping, library Greenbelt park ars council

INL CEI Library parks, stores, Greenbelt riverwalk

Riverwalk CEI Greenbelt eateries Recreation restaurants

Recreation Shopping University place greenbelt & downtown

Riverwalk greenbelt CEI market downtown Shopping

library park park, restaurants museum work Park Park

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Shopping Park grocery store Work and grocery work

greenbelt & downtown work downtown Library Downtown

Grocery Store work School Church work Downtown

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Are there any housing types that you marked as not makingsense for your neighborhood that could make sense withspecific design regulations?

Where do you go most o�en?

Rank Your Most Common Mode of Transportation

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No 2 8%

Maybe 1 4%



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If it were more convenient to get to your commondestinations by bike or foot, would you use those methodsmore o�en?

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neighborhood grocery stores and other stores 7 0

Local shops on the edges of neighborhood 5 0

Create new bike roads 5 0

Better lighting 5 0

pedestrian bridges over busy roads 4 0

More trees. Shade makes the journey more enjoyable 3 0

affordable busing system 3 0

safer streets, Parking racks, public training on bike biking rules 3 0

Shops in neighborhoods 3 0

not just recreation but life neccesities 2 0

Maybe use an LID to finance all of the expensive amenities this group is asking for. Taxpayers from less affluent neighborhoods should not have to pay for benches and more trails along South Blvd. There are some communities that do not have these things at all.

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planning so that you don't have all of x type of store on one side of town 2 0

multipurpose buildings/centers 2 0

lower speed limits 3 1

daily goods and services 1 0

I cannot think of any. As a mature neighborhood, there isn't much change to be made and I wouldn't want to have stores build closer to us.

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People in charge understanding that they may be able to check a box of connectivity on paper, but in actuality is doesn't work. Old narrow roads become even more unsafe when they are restricted due to "bike lanes" that are not wide enough...all to claim connectivity.

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something to actually walk or bike to 0 0

More designated bike paths 0 0

Better lighting 0 0

Pedestrian Bridges over 17th 0 0

Traffic calming in the number streets - way too many "commuters" zooming along them. 0 0

The roundabout, ped crossings are huge improvements. 0 0

Walking routes need to be safer, more navigable - no cars parked across sidewalks, enforce dog laws (and not 20-foot leashes!). Help low-income homeowners fix sidewalks. Ensure main walking routes have benches, shade trees to invite people along them.

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Build connectivity to daily places - grocery store, cafe, workplaces, other stores - because right now biking and walking have no destinations. Walk/bike becomes daily and habitual when there's constant reason and safe routes. Also, public transit!

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What are your ideas for improving connectivity in yourneighborhood?

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Pedestrian/bike Connection from Thauphaus park to the green belt. Sidewalks.... 0 0

Better sidewalks 0 0

Even sidewalks. Sidewalks clear of snow and ice. No drivers leaving vehicles across the sidewalks. Once COVID is under control, we need to get better acquainted with our neighbors. In an emergency we can't help people we don't know.

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A lot to do to make the city more walkable, bikable, ... 0 0

Bike sharing program 0 0

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Great Idea 5 0

Yes! 5 0

It would be terrific, but how can the city make this happen? 2 0

I want it 2 0

ways to meet needs for sure. 2 0

I work with several elderly homeowners in the Number Streets. A walkable center would make for huge improvement in the quality of their life, their physical health, and their mental health. Too many don't walk because they don't want to have to drive or be driven to mall or greenbelt.

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WAAAAY better than a strip mall 1 0

would love it! maybe along Holmes? 1 0

I'm in favor. How do you add this to very old established neighborhoods? 0 0

Great Idea. There should be multiple centers. each about 1/4 mile apart at the edges of the neighborhood

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IF is big enough that neighborhoods need branch libraries and community centers. This would be an ideal thing to put in elementary schools. Evening, weekend, summer uses - that people can walk or bike to.

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The more people have this, the more they don't need to drive drive drive. I miss cities and also small towns like Salmon where you can walk down to restaurants, the bakery, the dentist, a hair salon.

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Love this. 0 0

I do not believe that this makes sense in Idaho Falls 0 0

Your description of a walkable center included shops and employment as part of the center. We can encourage business, but we can't force people to spend their money. Look at all the empty office and store space downtown. I don't know how to get people to open shops in such places.

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I like the roundabouts in IF 0 0

Thee are a lot of people who are eldarly who can not bike nor walk 0 0

Public transit would be nice to have 0 0

Goodbye tautphaus park 0 1


Yes 7 33%

No 14 67%

What are your thoughts and reactions to the idea of awalkable center in your neighborhood?

Does your neighborhood have a walkable center?

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Blvd roundabout 5 0

Holmes and 1st? 3 0

Eastern and maple 2 0

Elm and Blvd 2 0

7th & Holmes 1 0

Downtown- developed more with essential services and making the busy cross streets less dangerous 1 0

Corner of 17th and boulevard on the south side 1 0

Unless you take people's property from them, no where. 0 0

25th & Holmes 0 0

1st and Holmes 0 0

Blvd & Northgate/1st 0 0

17th and Blvd 0 0

5th & Holmes 0 0

Blvd Roundabout 0 0

We could easily get more on Eastern; Elm; Boulevard. 1st and 2nd; Holmes are harder because of the insane traffic. How about on the blocks with Aquatic Center, and Emerson School?

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There isn't really a good spot. I'd like to see more planned development along Rollandet rather than a semi-industrial area and it would be nice to see occupancy/a less sketchy selections businesses along S Blvd. near the roundabout.

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I do not believe the concept of a walkable center (as currently defined) can exist in Idaho Falls. There is really no public transportation, there are major employers that are located in one or two areas. With a redefining of terms, there are places such as Eastern and Pine, Elm & Boulevard, B &

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On Rollandet between 17th and Sunnyside 0 0

Rolendett 0 0

No ideas. I do not live in the target area and can't envision this for my neighborhood. 0 0

North gate and 1st 0 0

there is nowhere... perhaps fix the sidewalks and create better crosswalks. 0 2

if you said No to the previous slide, where do you imagine awalkable center should go in your neighborhood

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The best example could be Blvd Roundabout and 1st & Holmes 0 0

Tautphaus Park 0 0

I consider the downtown a walkable center, but it stops being walkable outside the river area and does not provide essential services like grocery stores.

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Downtown and the park 0 0

Blvd roundabout 0 0

YMCA, Roundabout, common cents 0 0

Downtown 0 0

Cliff street 0 0

If you said Yes, in a few words, describe where yourneighborhood's walkable center is

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Staying in greater regular communication with citizens 6 0

Creating a sense of "Place" for the neighborhood 5 0

How we welcome diversity as we grow 5 0

The total lack of public transportation 6 1

Possibilities of ally's 4 0

I would like to see more enforcement like parking across driveways/sidewalks. 3 0

Communication 3 0

How we can work with business sector to achieve this 3 0

Types of services, amenities, businesses that we should have in IF as we grow 3 0

Specialized neighborhood issues. I E number streets, home ranch, hughes imperial estates Gustafson park. 3 0

how could people afford sidewalk replacement 2 0

Better explain the purpose of your ask. You said it was because IF is growing. That doesn't connect enough dots for me.

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How can citizens serve and will we be able to serve the community 2 0

Turning BLVD into a true BLVD by adding landscaped median with trees, make the area feel more special 0 0

Really Branding the neighborhood as Historic by adding old fashioned lighting, signage, and landscaping (Not just having brown street signs)

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More TREES! 0 0

Alleyway's (Paving, Less Scary) 0 0

Regular meetings, council members representing neighborhoods, neighborhood news in the paper, "regulars" places like corner store or cafe, all keep the conversation going and ideas flowing constructively. Otherwise, it only occurs around tensions, problems or urgent needs, less smooth/friendly.

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Green spaces and playgrounds are especially important for planning future growth. My neighborhood has Thauphaus park but many of the new neighborhoods lack recreation and green space amenities. I'd also like to see storefront sizedneighborhood branches of the library, especially further from center.

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N/A 0 0

If the city were more pro-active in enforcing parking regulations, it would help. Rental property needs to be clean and safe. If Idaho Housing did a careful inspection of buildings where they subsidize rent, maybe it would improve things. Can youth groups help the elderly remove snow or mow lawns?

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oh--the timeline you just shared helps me connect dots! Thx! Maybe explain that at the beginning? 0 0

What topics did we not cover (or not cover enough)?

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from Anas Almassrahy to everyone: 6:18 PM

Good evening to all

from Community Development Services to everyone: 6:25 PM

Hi everyone and welcome to the meeting! We'll get started in just a few minutes. Feel free to make use of this chat feature throughout the meeting.


We will be starting shortly! Finishing getting the live stream up

from Ashley to everyone: 6:41 PM

how do I log in to the website for the poll?

from John Radford to everyone: 6:41 PM

www.pollev.com

from Cal & Cindy Ozaki to everyone: 6:46 PM

safe, friendly, affordable

from Julene Haworth to everyone: 6:47 PM

walkable, close to downtown

from Lisa Mccullough to everyone: 6:48 PM

tHE POCKET PARKS ARE GREAT, WALKABLE- KNOW NEIGHBORS

from Loretta Luce Evans to everyone: 6:48 PM

Older homes turn into rentals. Rentals are not kept up.


Traffic and conestion, decreased safety


Too much traffic, you are trying to make the traffic through our area faster- i.e. trying to enlarge S.Boulevard


Rentals not kept up


Sidewalks are uneven. Tree roots.

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Law enforcement


city fixing sidewalks and curbs and pot holes--if things look nice people feel better


Code enforcement, small grocery stores


less traffic and congestion along South Boulevard. Reinstate parking along South Boulevard. Extend Fiber down South Boulevard

from Claudia Pine to everyone: 6:56 PM

app just kicked me off.


Higher density


More people = more safety, more activity

from Sam Ellsworth to everyone: 6:56 PM

Warm tone LED street lighting

to Claudia Pine (privately): 6:57 PM

Try logging in again to reset the app


Nieghborhood get togethers - get acquainted with your neighbors


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People need to sit! Especially old people


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More homes turn into rentals. Older people can't afford to keep up their homes


not enough


Decreasing property value due to increased traffic and congestion


not enough range of prices, sizes


rentals, absent landlord


Will continue to deterioate due to lack of code inforcement , there are literally slum lords in IF


widowed seniors trapped in houses that are too much, have safety issues


The need for weed control in the alleys--we have pokeweed taking over


code and traffic laws enforcement


very poorly!


existing and current residentail areas have to many NIMBYs


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Absolutely agree with missing middle model - IF needs to follow this model


Most of us who own a single-family home have a hard time with apartment buildings. I far prefer residental neighborhoods that do not contain apartment buildings. When the apartments are new, nobody complains. The problem we find in this neighborhood is old apartment buildings that are not well cared for. I would oppose mixed use neighborhood.


Again NIMBYism


You told us last year at the zoo meeting you wanted to keep the same size housing in the neighborhoods s


Don't try to reengineer mature neighborhood with new housing choices. If you want mixed-use housing, then do it in new planned community areas.

from Amanda Logan to everyone: 7:08 PM

I grew up IN IF but also lived in another city that had mixed use, walkable neighborhoods and loved them. It is part of why when I moved back to IF I chose to buy in the numbered streets.

from Andrew White to everyone: 7:09 PM

I have no problem with medium density housing if it fits in well with the neighborhood


I oppose accessory dwellings. So often the house in the back is not well cared for.


Some of these areas look like they are in very new ares--where are they located


A mixed use neighborhood can be great if it is well cared for.


I'd love to see all of these multifamily medium density housing types available in the Number streets


Bungalow Courts, Courtyard Apts


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My conceern is that the new buildings fit with the character if the houses around them. The neighborhood should have some unity esthetically.

from Jeffrey Forbes to everyone: 7:13 PM

Our neighborhood is fully built out.....where would we place any of these units?


Casitas - mother in law dwellings, etc


we have several of these on the lower numbered streets...


Difficult to picture some of these new designs in our old historic neighborhood.


A number of these types of housing have no garages - street parking only - problem


There's a beautiful old 2-story 3-plex on 11th


You do realize youneed PARKING with all these buildings--Remembe we have off the street snow parking


Should have more of this type housing


See my previous comment


in order to have these other types of housing in this established neighborhood, what are you going to take out?


To build these developments, you would need to tear down multiple single family homes. There are no empty lots.

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from Amanda Rynes to everyone: 7:20 PM

I grew up in a larger city where zoning changes resulted in the loss of single family homes in exchange for rows of townhomes. While the zoning change was made with the promise of low cost housing, it was cheaper for the developers to buy properties, bulldoze the house, build townhomes without parking and pay the fine associated with not providing low cost housing. Now there is even more of a housing crunch as people can't afford the new townhomes either.


When you talk about neighborhood "integrity," does that mean the architecture only, or shouldn't it include the people? Because if people are shut out because the architecture isn't allowed to change, that doesn't seem right.


Increased congestion, traffic and parking issues. Should not force mixed-use housing on mature neighborhoods that people have chosen to live in an invest in.


How did we get the mcmansion next to the 21st church


There should be a choice for "none of the above".


Silence (inability to pick one) does not mean concurrence with any of the choices!


Please mute your mike when you are n ot talking. There is a lot of feedback.


Shopping, recreation, CEI


poll is not working for me

to Jeffrey Forbes (privately): 7:27 PM

try restarting the app and it should pop back up


Would love to bike more - not enough safe bike routes


There aren't many bike rack s in town

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would like more walkability. Safer sidewalks. Walkable destinations. Less loose dogs.


At one time I read there might be paving on a number of the large canals - anything happening there


Bike routes are great, but my friends who live along Boulevard were really angry when their on-street parking disappeared.


I'm in agreement with Loretta. Boulevard has really become a difficult street.


Idaho Canal paved pathway (Phase 1) begins this year


honestly most of the year sucks for biking and walking due to snow.

from Cindy and Cal Ozaki to everyone: 7:32 PM

Boulevard not safe anymore for biking


I fully agree with Loretta and Claudia. It was a great loss to homeowners (taxpayers) to lose South Boulevard on-street parking, and also increased traffic.


snow is only a problem 3 months a year


Walking would improve if sidewalks were even. Enforcement of snow removal would really help

from Taylor to everyone: 7:34 PM

more access points to the greenway on bike (17th/Pancheri during rush hour is scary)


when you have 4 small kids walking/biking is not easy in the snow


Thank you for the lights to help pedestrians cross south boulevard.


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I can't safely bike OR walk to our nearest grocery store

from Chloe Doucette to everyone: 7:36 PM

Agree with Claudia


Agree with Claudia


our nearest grocery store is winco... that is a crazy distance from our home... so biking/walking is ridiculous... there really isn't anything like services nearby to go to.


When we lost Saving Center and Fay's IGA on 17th, we lost the neighborhood grocery stores.


Great point--not just recreation but life neccesities


Agree with Nick; daily goods and services


Where would you put it? Would you close off streets? Downtown with the greenbelt has some elements. However, the shops there are not the type that would fill everyone's needs.


Great idea, but more applicable to developing new community-centered neighborhoods, but not for reengineering mature neighborhoods.


Why not refurbish those strip malls and empty box stores--


Can't ypu turn those into mixed use housing/ shops


Oh please NO more strip malls.


Decades ago this is what the Number Streets were - it would be nice to restore it!


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We have so many empty stores downtown. You can build buildings, but businesses need to make a profit.


Decades ago you could walk to the soda fountain on S Blvd


There are a lot of people who are elderly, who can't walk or bike.


There used to be a small grocery one block over --it's now an apartment building that was run down for 20 years

from Nick to everyone: 7:46 PM

The roundabout was needed, the speed limit needs to go down.


I like the roundabouts in IF


Instead of bringing commerce to the neighborhoods, what about bringing residential housing to the downtown area, e.g. lofts and upstairs apartments


are others having difficulty understanding what is being said....poor audio quality?


yes


yup. poor audio


Jeffrey - YES. We lost my elderly mom b/c of the audio quality


Thank you for letting us know about the audio quaility! We will work on that


It wouild if the sidewalks were repaired. sooo many are cracked/crumbling


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to Cal & Cindy Ozaki (privately): 7:51 PM

Try to restart the app and that should reset it


City & Public Works will say crumbled sidewalks are the property owners' responsibility


Let's remember that walkable doesn't just mean a young super-fit person on their own can get there in 10 minutes. It also means the 60% or more who aren't young, or have kids in tow, have to also be able to get there. And we all have to be able to get there in bad weather. That makes the radius smaller.


thank you Claudia


On Rolendett


On Rollandet between 17th and Sunnyside


We just missed that whole bit about how long the poll will be available online for?


It will be available in the morning for the next week


On the imagineif.city website


How can we get in touch with you later


You need to redefine the walkable center for Idaho Falls. The INL is not in a walkable location.


[email protected]


[email protected]


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[email protected]


[email protected]


Please enter your email in the chat! Thank you!

from Mike Kirkham to everyone: 7:57 PM

[email protected]


[email protected]


[email protected]


Thank you SO MUCH for working on this! I really love being in a city that is working to improve and involving the residents.

from Chloe Doucette to everyone: 7:59 PM

[email protected]


I would like to see more enforcement of things like people parking across driveways and sidewalks. People parking the wrong way along a street. Enforcement of code to landlords. Another thing would be ways to help people afford sidewalk replacement.


Everything Loretta just said! (Also, Hi Loretta!)


Thank you Claudie


I also agree with Loretta


Oops, Claudia


Are yiou working with Ammon on this?

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Thank You

from Sam Ellsworth to everyone: 8:02 PM

thank you!


Thank you everyone for your comments!


Thank you!


I don't clearly understand your goals and objectives, and what you're trying to accomplish throught these meetings. Previous City community involvement activities, such as this, appeared to be merely going through the motions when the City had already made their decisions, and just wanted the appearance of community involvement (e.g. South Boulevard restripping and Tauphas Park expansion. What are your specific objectives?

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9/23/21, 10:49 AM AREA 2

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1. In Area 2, diversifying housing options is identified as a need and as a tool to increase availability and affordability of housing, especially in newly developing areas where housing options are limited. One recommend


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Agree 32 36.78%

Strongly agree 11 12.64%

2. If you answered “oppose” or “strongly oppose” on the previous question, please explain why or under what conditions you would answer “support” or “strongly support.”


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We currently have enough of those type of dwellings. 1

Traffic congestion 1

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re turned into duplex's or apartments this will continue to decrease the desirability of our neighborhoods.

1

They would devalue our neighborhood and add to the congestion that already exists. We already have a de

nse enough population.

1

These changes would change the feel of neighborhoods and add traffic flow making it unsafe for kids, incre

ase crime and unpleasant to live in.

1

The roads are extremely congested as it is. Adding more housing will just make it worse 1

Stronger laws against property crime and graffiti. People that rent and do not have ownership of property te

nd to care for it less and maintain it less. Also people get stuck paying overpriced rent instead of investing in

property.

1

Overcrowding, no consideration for schools, our children are being pushed to school outside the neighborho

od. The amount of traffic cutting through neighborhoods to avoid congested streets. High density apartment

s, condos being built without stores and services and jobs cause problems

1

My neighborhood is established; I would argue one of the best Idaho Falls has to offer. It is full of character

and I would hate to have that diminished.

1

Lowers our home values 1

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It makes the neighborhood noisy and where these types of housing are typically rentals there seems to be

more noise and crime. We would prefer for this type of housing to be available in other parts of town becaus

e we are already close to a lot of it (lower numbered streets) and the area just isn't as nice or safe. It is also

going to make traffic worse when it already takes forever to get across town. If this was approved it would b

e nice if it could be somehow limited so that every house around us didn't turn into a multi-family dwelling.

1

Impact value of current housing, crime 1

I support the idea of providing more affordable housing options for those who need such assistance. 1

I support adding diverse housing types in conjunction with R1 neighborhoods. 1

I don’t want houses in or around my neighborhood to be turned into apartments we already have enough of

those around my area.

1

I don’t think we need diverse housing. We’ve got plenty of housing for everyone. 1

I do believe this area has very diverse housing options. On 2 sides of me I have major apartment buildings

under construction . I would be concerned about dense population / traffic congestion, and crime if many mo

re residents were added in this area

1

Effort needs to be made to prevent the sale/use of single family homes as rentals to multiple individuals. Ma

ny neighborhoods have an increasing number of houses wherein it is clear that they are rented out to a half

dozen or more transient people who park on the front lawn block the streets and mailboxes and fail to perfor

m even the most basis maintenance. Prohibit parking vehicles on the front lawn. Require renters or the landl

ords to maintain their properties. ENFORCE LAWS. Property values need to be maintained.

1

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Allowing those types of dwelling do not fit well within established neighborhoods. 1

Affordable and smaller size housing options are limited in my area. The ability to have accessory dwellings,

etc., would provide more housing opportunities in my area.

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We have plenty of parks. There are multiple parks within walking distance. 1

We have parks. Just don't put an industrial entity like a water tower in them. 1

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We have one already near our home that we frequent. Some of the larger parking lots in IF though could be

shifted if the parking isn't really being used.

1

We have both the Sugar Mill park and Falls Valley Elementary within easy walking distance. It would be nice

to have a larger, expanded park next to the new Wackerli Subaru.

1

We have a few great parks already, but they don't seem to be maintained very well. I think that they just nee

d to be maintained better. My main issues are the restrooms. The last time I used a public park restroom, it

was very unsanitary and full of bugs and spider webs. I haven't been in one since the start of the pandemic,

so I don't know if the condition of the restrooms has improved because of the pandemic protocols. But the u

pkeep of the public restrooms is what I would like to see continue for our community.

1

We already are adjacent to Community Park. Other neighborhoods should have similar parks. 1

Unsure 1

Turn the old HK pit off St. Clair into a lake with water recreation. 1

This one kills me. We have lovely parks walkable to most in our area - Kate Curley, Poitevin, Liberty, South

Capital. But most of these are kind of second class parks, I think because of the LMI neighborhoods they se

rve, and because they are passive recreation parks. In other cities I see benches and gathering areas for pe

ople who aren't there to watch playgrounds or ballfields. Trees, a gathering of swinging benches (like a porc

h swing) for visiting, electric access for events like musical or dramatic performances, restrooms - these are

basic amenities. Emblematic of the disconnect in this question and the actions of our city is the fact that our

directors and elected officials chose beautiful established South Capital Park as the location for the new wat

er tower. This small, simple, lovely park, with its mature tree canopy, location on the river and easy accessib

ility for seniors and LMI neighbors was chosen over an equally feasible asphalt parking lot. Unconscionable.

1

There isn't a lot of undeveloped space in our area for a park that I'm aware of, but it would be nice if we had

easier access to existing paths (bike/walking paths).

1

There is an undeveloped property on the corner of Hoopes with Nigara which is near the Paramount Movie t

heater. That parcel also does not have sidewalks.

1

The storm drainage area between Barbara Ave and Channing and 25th and Coronado 1

The storm drain area between the Meppen canal and John Adams was originally meant to be a park - that l

ocation comes to mind.

1

The parks near by could be expanded and improved: sugar mill, park on Lincoln by tennis courts. 1

The land located north of CEI. Expand Lincoln Park. 1

The field off of Hit road, across from Smith RV 1

The empty lot on Woodruff just passed the Exxon station and before the sports medicine center. 1

The back (North side) of Teresa bunker elementary school is a large grass field that is rarely used by studen

ts.

1

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Sugarmill park needs some love. It would be great to remove the fence that prevents those coming from the

neighborhood from driving further into the park without having to drive all the way around. Paving the north

gravel area and adding parking, adding trees and picnic tables would also make it more aesthetically pleasi

ng.

1

On 17th near the D.I. they are building several townhomes. We need a park in that area, possibly near the

d.i. or by Ace Hardware.

1

Old smiths area. Buffer space created around some of the elementary schools (unused/ less field space) 1

Off north Woodruff close to Kearney Street. 1

Not something I can answer but a few parks in neighborhoods are always a plus. 1

None 1

Near 1st and Hitt 1

Meppen and 1st (Cardon’s Car Wash) 1

Mel Erickson park is greatly underutilized. I don’t feel another park is necessary in the neighborhood. 1

Kate Curly could be improved...it's a bit neglected...The toilet facilities is ugly as is the picnic shelter (a sad f

ocal point!) Better play equipment. The trees need care and re-planting when they die. It would be nice if the

re were some flowers and shrubs. The curbs/gutters and ADA ramps in the whole neighbor hood need to be

completed...some have started but there is still a lot of problems. I spent 25K putting in new sidewalks...but t

he rest of the neighbor hood is in bad shape for sidewalks...There needs to be a plan to pave and maintain t

he alleys. More sensitive and historic street lights. (get rid of the huge overhead corner lights). Design supp

ort for the remodelers to help maintain the historic and architectural value of the neighborhood. Slow the traf

fic on the cross street...promote the maintenance of street trees. Some neighborhood policing patrols...it is a

bit scary these days. Let's do something nice with the property where Central JR. and the pool is.

1

It’s perfect where it’s at it just needs more updated equipment we have a lot of elementary and tween kidsin

our area.

1

Increase Community Park by adding the land between Home Depot and 25th. Increase sports centers, have

bike and fitness paths, and picnic areas. An amphitheater would be great.

1

In the middle 1

Idaho Falls High School location 1

I would like to see an expansion of community park to include more facilities 1

I think we have plenty of park space with Community Park nearby, Edgemont and Longfellow Elementary S

chools, the private park in Shamrock Park, and Tautphaus Park 5 minutes away.

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I think there are three great parks in our neighborhood already: Community Park, Mel Erickson Sunnyside P

ark, and the one just north of the Countryside Vet on S Woodruff. These need to be maintained better and h

ave better parking and pedestrian access. The other open grassy area and storm pond that could be turned

into a nice park would be to the north of the water storage and fiber hub on Barbara just south of East 25th

Street.

1

I think the city should buy the field on Holmes and 25th and build a Rex center with a swimming pool, ice rin

k, gym, rock wall, etc.

1

I have a park in my hood. I’d like to see more public-use baseball fields in town 1

I don't know of any open areas but somewhere between Teresa Bunker and Linden Park elementary school

s.

1

I don't believe there is room other than south a ways. Jennie lee land but community park is arcross the stre

et

1

I don’t know of any free space in the neighborhood. 1

I disagree with the need for more parks. There are plenty available local parks. 1

How about that land next to Taylor that Rockwell did some shady exchange to acquire? Oops, he is already

developing that.

1

Hitt and 1st has a large vacant lot which is not well maintained and is of sufficient size for a park. Building a

park with an adjacent parking area in the space adjacent to Virlow would significantly improve the neighborh

ood.

1

Field north of Community Park. 1

Community Park expanded into the adjacent Farmers field. Increased parking and set soccer fields, basebal

l or softballs fields for tournaments. Lacrosse/rugby. Outdoor skating rink. Basketball courts and tennis court

s. Dog park. Connection for Jennie Lee from 17th to 25th St.

1

Buy that field across from Community Park and expand Community Park to include more walking areas and

picnic areas and a playground.

1

Builders and developers should be forced to leave “lots” available that will be intended for the community pa

rk and not sold to build homes on.

1

Behind Ammon Walmart if possible are they is no other place to add it. or by Action motor sports 1

Anywhere there is undeveloped land 1

Anywhere that is open with less traffic meaning not too close to a busy road or highway. Safer for kids 1

Anywhere in our neighborhood (Ivan’s acres) there are no parks. The closest one is across an extremely bu

sy 1st street.

1

anywhere along 1st street 1

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25th and Holmes. Extend Community Park,it's over used and over crowded. Hitt and Township 1

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It is nice that it is close to 25th street making it accessible to the bike lane on that street. It is also nice that it is walkable to shopping. Walking and biking from my front door to a trail or walking path out to the sand dunes would make it so much nicer.

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Wide streets. Clean homes 0 0

Good people who care about eachother 0 0

Low cost of living. 0 0

Animal friendly 0 0

Nearby park, reliable city services 0 0

Close to everything. 0 0

Close to things 0 0

Close to stuff 0 0

It feels residential 0 0

Centrally located. 0 0

Close to schools and stores 0 0

Close to everything; good schools; good neighbors 0 0

Neighbors 0 0

Urban services with a rural feel. Great people. 0 0

Close to everything 0 0

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More congestion 0 0

It is already changing. Any place that there are dirt paths are quickly built up with housing developments that leave no place for trails, for example all along the canal that goes out to Sand Creek Golf Course. Idaho Falls does not plan for people moving just car/vehicle moving.

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Rental homes. Lack of policing on parking matters. 0 0

Friendliness 0 0

Increase in crime 0 0

Development without accompanying beautification or inclusion of walkable bikeable routes that make it a more attractive place to live

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That it will deteriorate. 0 0

More traffic into residential space 0 0

Increasing development without adequate planning for non-motorized transportation. 0 0

available water 0 0

clean water 0 0

Reducing potential connectivity by vehicle transportation. 0 0

Delay response of emergency services 0 0

Increase crime rate 0 0

Not planning smartly. Adding residential without gas and convenient stores. Building without adding to pedestrian sidewalks or lanes

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Property tax increases 0 0

The infrastructure won't be improved keep up with the growth. 0 0

Traffic congestion. No business routes. Hard to traverse the town to access businesses on other side. 0 0

Loss of greenspace 0 0

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Thinking about growth, what are you concerned willchange about your neighborhood?

Thinking about the 7 dimensions of health, how healthy doyou feel your neighborhood is?

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Leaving green space to provide for people walking/running/biking to things that people need, not just in circles.

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Alley clean ups. Enforcement of wrong way parking. 0 0

Sidewalks around Bonneville middle and high schools. Lots of kids walk up and down Iona street. It is a busy street.

0 0

More walkability, paths, speed bumps on busier streets 0 0

For over 3 years I had meth dealers living in the house behind me . I would call the police and report them dealing drugs as I watched them doing it . The police would play it off and say they knew the people and that they were to dumb to deal drugs . They all had criminal records for dealing

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Better parks. Our park's (Belaire) tables are falling apart and o�en have graffiti and broken bottles. It discourages us from being outside and we must go to other neighborhoods to play.

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No parking on road and sidewalks during winter 0 0

More parking for extra vehicles 0 0

More safe paths to get to parks, better sidewalks 0 0

More green space 0 0

street improvement on John Adams 0 0

Integration of services with residential areas. Access to exercise, green belt, facilities, healthy food options, etc.

0 0

Parkway islands in the center of John Adams 0 0

Walkability, safer travel for non-vehicle traffic 0 0

more affordable housing 0 0

few potholes 0 0

Condominiums and other multi family homes allowing Higher density housing which still allows for home owners to own homes, gain wealth and home equity without the slum lords.

0 0

More interconnected multi-use paths. 0 0

More bike paths. Fewer potholes. 0 0

Less traffic 0 0

Goods and services within walking/biking distance 0 0

More street lights, painted crosswalks with curb cutouts and roads that are chip sealed with smaller aggregate and not large crushed rock.

0 0

New recreation center. Our city is LONG overdue. Have a city of Idaho Falls resident discount program to local businesses.

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Better snow removal 0 0

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Is your neighborhood an affordable place to live?

Thinking about the overall condition of housing (state ofrepair, desirability, etc) how do you feel about the livabilityof housing in your neighborhood?

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That the city only is concerned about moving traffic as fast as possible rather than making it a livable city with green space and paths for humans without traffic. Any traffic signals are designed for the cars. Walk signals are the longest wait time and also allow cars to make a right hook.

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Too many rental homes 0 0

Too many people living in one apartment 0 0

Price increase 0 0

That people who currently live here will be priced out, and people coming from other communities have the cash flow to buy up the homes

0 0

Upkeep of neighborhoods and park space 0 0

We have residential subdivisions only. Modern living spaces that are connected to work spaces and living spaces are what many of the younger generation and the influx of people are looking for.

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Reliable utilities. Rising taxes. 0 0

Increase property value 0 0

Lack of long term planning 0 0

Affordability, Taxes 0 0

Housing prices are crazy high 0 0

Older and larger homes might be converted into multi family rentals. 0 0

Housing is unaffordable. It's unaffordable now 0 0

As the City grows, what concerns do you have abouthousing in your neighborhood?

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I would love to have more parks and walking paths throughout all neighborhoods. Specifically, a pedestrian underpass under or over Sunnyside near EIRMC and then a park in the vacant lot on the south side of Sunnyside so the two parks could be connected and then leave the dirt path along the canal s

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Not allow rental homes 0 0

More affordable starter homes 0 0

Actually tow the cars that have been sitting for over 5 months, broken down with tow stickers on them. 0 0

Extra parking for vehicles 0 0

Enforce laws for people to keep their weeds and lawns trimmed and debris cleared. 0 0

variety of housing types 0 0

more housing types 0 0

Foster a variety of the types of housing. 0 0

more walkability 0 0

Business loop 0 0

Residential roadway speed humps 0 0

Condominiums and other multi family homes allowing Higher density housing which still allows for home owners to own homes, gain wealth and home equity.

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What ideas do you have for improving housing in yourneighborhood?

How well do you think your neighborhood reflects thispolicy goal?

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Anywhere 4 31%






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How do you feel about increasing housing choices in yourneighborhood?

Where in your neighborhood does a twin home make sense?

Where in your neighborhood does a duplex make sense?

Where in your neighborhood do accessory dwellings makesense

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Where in your neighborhood do townhomes make sense

Where in your neighborhood does a bungalow court makemost sense?

Where in your neighborhood does a courtyard apartmentmake sense?

Where in your neighborhood does a mid-rise condo orapartment make sense?

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Nothing it is desperately needed 0 0

I think more housing choices would bring diversity and that would be great, but I think the city is not thinking about livability to make parks and traffic free pathways a priority in every neighborhood. Connectivity in pathways is so important to make Idaho Falls a great place to live.

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No space available 0 0

Renters don't care for their property or neighbors as much as a home owner. They also can be less stable and bring in a rougher crowd.

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If there were a street or cul-de-sac of condos/apartments it would be fine. Just lining major streets with apartments is ghetto. The people who live there don't benefit from a neighborhood. And our streets will look really run down.

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If crime would increade 0 0

More traffic, fewer trees, fewer attractions in the neighborhood, so that all attractions are outside the neighborhood and only accessible via automobile

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Parking (if higher density housing is built without adequate parking) 0 0

Landlords not keeping up there properties 0 0

Utility and services to meet population density. 0 0

There are the townhomes on St. Claire and 25th that have that style. I like the look of them and the residents seem to like living there.

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Traffic and crime. Most single homes don't want to be mingled wit high density housing. 0 0

Crime 0 0

Balancing the different types of housing to avoid high concentrations of one type 0 0

The city needs more "starter homes" style, not apt where people have 6mo leases but places where people want to live for a few years and start their family or live with their small family. Not everyone can afford or need a single family style with 4-6 bedrooms

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The only area that it would work is in the open field north of community park. 0 0

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Out for a run and dirt paths are hard to find here. I like to cross Sunnyside and then take the dirt path along the canal out to Sand Creek Golf Course and then up onto the Sand Dunes and back along the canal, but housing is taking over the few dirt paths le�. Stop it now and save the nature we have le�.

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Where do you go most o�en?

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If it were more convenient to get to your commondestinations by bike or foot, would you use those methodsmore o�en?

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Stop letting housing developments plan the city and actively plan dirt and car free paths through every neighborhood before housing is allowed to be built. Make pedestrians the priority so people feel safe walking and biking rather than the current car priority. Sidewalks are not bike friendly, pa

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Develop paved paths along canals 0 0

Sidewalks in front of Bonneville Middle and High Schools 0 0

Better and safer crosswalks 0 0

Encourage neighborhood development without fences, with public routes that encourage casual walking and biking within the neighborhoods

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Low traffic speeds on shared roads 0 0

more bike paths 0 0

Idaho falls needs to put pressure on Ammon to expand the bridge on 1st because it is affecting their citizens

0 0

connecting parks to other amenities 0 0

Safer crossings of major streets 0 0

enforcement of traffic rules 0 0

Bring diversified service options to neighborhoods so that travel need is less. 0 0

Crossing 1st street is not safe. 0 0

more bikeways 0 0

Make it pleasant to bike for utilitarian services as well as for recreation. 0 0

safe walkable and bikeable routes 0 0

Creating more destinations in between current point A -B; new parks, community markets; gathering spaces with events

0 0

A public transportation option. 0 0

Goods and services are all centralized, improving/allowing small commercial/retail spaces within more residential areas would increase the "walkability" of the area

0 0

Protected nonmotorized routes in busy parking lots and more interconnected paths throughout the city 0 0

more bike/walking paths, canal trails 0 0

Sidewalks are impossible to walk on or push a stroller on because of snow and ice during the winter. 0 0

Sidewalk that goes all the way around the neighborhood 0 0

There should be more pedestrian crosswalk lights or bridges along the longer stretches of 17th, Sunnyside, Yellowstone, Holmes, Woodruff and Hitt

0 0

What are your ideas for improving connectivity in yourneighborhood?

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I don't know what that is 0 0

I am not sure what a walkable center would consist of. I missed the meeting last night unfortunately. I would love pathways throughout Idaho Falls to be able to walk and bike everywhere.

0 0

Too late to develop 0 0

I love it 0 0

Like the idea 0 0

Please clarify what is a walkable center. Peoe can interpret that as a greenspace for walking or as a business ctr accessible on foot.

0 0

Would be great to see more small neighborhood businesses (grocery stores/coffee shops/restaurants) 0 0

No. 0 0

needs to keep walkable centers as walkable centers without seeing the wrong type of businesses 0 0

needs safe routes to get there 0 0

Would allow for easier access instead of having to drive to a park 0 0

Great, depending on the type of business. 0 0

Love this idea, especially around downtown IF & near the river 0 0

Eureka! 0 0

Sounds good. 0 0

need to see more of it, and ways to get there 0 0

A second green belt! 0 0

Solves many of the transportation and connectivity issues. 0 0

Home ownership needs to be a focus not more rentals 0 0

Great, but they have to be connected to transportation options. 0 0

Very positive amenity at the local neighborhood scale 0 0

Parks are good 0 0

We have community park and I love it. Would love to see more like that. 0 0


Yes 3 20%

No 12 80%

What are your thoughts and reactions to the idea of awalkable center in your neighborhood?

Does your neighborhood have a walkable center?

67%

Engagement

23Responses

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I don't know 0 0

Again, not sure what a walkable center is??? 0 0

No space for it 0 0

Businesses near YMCA/roundabout 0 0

Area around Holmes and 1st st 0 0

Smiths and adjoining parking area into small shops and greenspace 0 0

Woodruff and Sunnyside by KJ's 0 0

Sunnyside 0 0

Re-develop the Smith's lot 0 0

There is 2 empty lots on 1st hitt 0 0

Smiths grocery area is possible 0 0

Make a dead end street in neighborhood 0 0

Smith's area 0 0

Problem is businesses want major foot traffic 0 0

In concentrated residential areas with lots of customers that have to drive for almost all services. 0 0

Near Family First where new homes are being built 0 0

Dirt lot behind my neighborhood 0 0

Near Sandy Downs 0 0

Incorporate into new developments 0 0

In the center of residential blocks 0 0


? 0 0

There isn't a lot of empty space that can become a walkable center 0 0

Soccer complex 0 0

Shamrock Park (but it's private) 0 0

Doesn't have to be in the center a perimeter walkable "center" is also possible 0 0

community park, but it is 3/4 mile walk from my home 0 0

if you said No to the previous slide, where do you imagine awalkable center should go in your neighborhood

If you said Yes, in a few words, describe where yourneighborhood's walkable center is

42%

Engagement

20Responses

25%

Engagement

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Fiber 0 0

Pathways, green space, and connectivity should be the number one priority for Idaho Falls to increase the health of our community. We have a lot of golf courses that taxes pay for that are only open to those people that play golf. Those should be open to running and walking along the perimeter.

0 0

None 0 0

Grass in-between the sidewalk and street confuses kids and is a waste of space. 0 0

Park area around the 4th street post office. 0 0

There isn't a lot of empty space that can become a walkable center 0 0

25th becoming wider and communicating future projects to residents 0 0

communicating current and future project to local residents 0 0

Talking about future plans 0 0

Dog park just west of Compass Academy. 0 0

25th street is 25 with islands, John Adam's is 30 without. I feel speed limits need revisited i. Some areas

0 0

Maybe clarify what is a walkable center. Peoe can interpret that as a greenspace for walking or as a business ctr accessible on foot

0 0

Easy access to get across town 0 0

Walkable centers could be a real game changer. This should be discussed/considered further. 0 0

Responsible choices when incorporating resources implementing best practice methods. Thinking "water smart" landscapes in our arid climate.

0 0

Would like to know the mayor's/city council's thoughts on these topics & what direction the city is going in

0 0

High density homeownership 0 0

Street lights for those who have difficulty seeing at night 0 0

Side walk regulations. I feel there should be a protective patch of grass between the sidewalk and road for any new sidewalk builds. I cringe whenever I see kids biking on thw western end of 17th with all the cars flying past them at 35+ mph

0 0

Side walk regulations. I feel there should be a protective patch of grass between the sidewalk and road for any new sidewalk builds. I cringe whenever I see kids biking on thw western end of 17th with all the cars flying past them at 35+ mph

0 0

What topics did we not cover (or not cover enough)?

50%

Engagement

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Disagree 13 15.29%

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We have enough run down apartments on this side of town already 1

We have a need for single family homes as well. Many people I know want to buy houses but there are not

an rezoning for more townhomea doesn't fix this problem. And would move homes to rigby or ririe area.

1

Too many people that don't cat about their property. Roads can't handle the influx and neither can schools 1

Too many people I know who can afford homes are stuck in apartments. If we build more single family home

s to buy we build long term residents in community

1

These structures generally involve renters, and rental properties tend to be poorly maintained in town, not re

gulated, and more dangerous.

1

The smaller community and safer neighborhood benefits in area 3 greatly outweigh the need for additional t

ypes of housing. The additional types of housing that are listed would make area 3 more congested and allo

w for a population that would likely bring in a greater percentage in unsafe residents.

1

The increase of traffic, noise, and crime. View. The apartments that have already been placed in the city ha

ve made the town feel stacked and over populated and the traffic is ridiculous. Value of homes will decreas

e.

1

The duplex and twin home developments on the west side so far are substandard compared to the thought

put into the developments on the Ammon side. Architecture, landscaping, parking, and traffic access leave

a lot to be desired and potentially point to run-down neighborhoods because of the lack of planning and fore

sight. Establish an aesthetic committee to make sure certain standards are upheld to avoid more of what ha

s been built recently.

1

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Require high concrete brick walls between single housing and -plexes and apartments. It sucks to listen to a

renter parties shouting swear words when your kids are in your backyard. Also to decrease opportunities for

renters to throw garbage and beer bottles over the fence into your yard.

1

Often mass housing does not include green space and can be detrimental to native birds, animals, and polli

nators. More paved parking is needed for multi-family housing, and this could contribute to water runoff and

less trees that are helpful in keeping climate cooler and combating dusty erosion - plus even lawns sequest

er carbon. Kate Curley set the example for our city, and it's remarkable how much cooler it is in parks and n

eighborhoods with trees and green areas. Also, people need space to grow food, which was highlighted duri

ng the pandemic.

1

New to community. Don't know 1

Multiple housing units decrease property value. Single housing units within neighborhoods are a safer place

for children.

1

Multifamily housing drags down neighborhoods. 1

Less apartment buildings and other options which increase people density. 1

Large amounts of "affordable" housing or apartments decreases my property value. I decided I wanted to liv

e in a residential area with single family homes, now you are allowing small townhouses and apartment com

plexes in this area. LEAVE THE WEST SIDE ALONE!!!! YOU ALREADY RUINED THE EAST SIDE OF TO

WN.

1

It seems like there is already a suffixient amount of apartments and duplex housing within 2 miles of the cor

ner of Bellin and Pancheri. Why more?

1

It allows a variety of social classes to be engaged due to being part of the same neighborhood also allows a

good mixture of family structures(elderly, young newlyweds, family units, etc)

1

I'm nervous about low income housing closing in on my neighborhood as is, crime has been increasing. 1

If the word "especially" was removed from that statement, I would support it. 1

I just really hate duplexes and townhomes. The community is not the same in places I’ve been with them. M

other in law rentals I don’t mind.

1

I don't want there to be new housing on the west side. 1

I don’t think overwhelming Established neighborhood was short term rentals is the best idea. 1

I could support it if you were sure the local schools could support the growth that would require additional cl

assrooms and services that would be needed.

1

Apartment complexed are never maintained and in time turn into slums. And it pulls the neighborhood down

with it.

1

Along major roads the density should be higher then twin homes. Town homes and apartments should be n

ext to major intersections along with commercial.

1

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3. Area 3 residents indicated a need to address vacant and deteriorating areas and buildings. There are a variety oftools the City can use to address these issues


...The options are "Disagree" or "Strongly disagree" not oppose. These housing options turn into rentals that

people don't maintain, HOA, coveants, or city don't enforce rules such as parking, fire lanes, fire hydrants, bl

ocking sidewalks, snow removal. They get bought by out of state investors to rent so they don't really provid

e much help for the local community. If you want to help with the housing look at taxing housing at a MUCH

higher rate for non-Idaho Residents.

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Support 24 28.24%

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Oppose 5 5.88%


Local Improvement Districts (A resident approved tax earmarked for a specific project such as street or sidewalk improvements)


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Support 23 27.06%

Neutral 21 24.71%

Oppose 8 9.41%


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4. If you used Other in the previous question please explain below:


Use existing law, regulation and fines to land owners to force that the house, yard and etc are kept up. Set a

time line for empty commercial buildings to rented. Create codes that require the owner to upgrade the build

ing to the current code. ENFORCE

1

Tax out of state landlords and developers and do not waive the fees 1

Tax incentives to bring businesses and jobs that will contribute to the community and assist in beautifying th

e area. Also, tax incentives to landlords and building owners for upgrades and modification of their building

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Looking at the overall picture to identify dynamic business segments to encourage to locate/develop in this

area instead of letting it fall to chance and ending up with more warehouse style buildings covered in roofing

tin.

1

If a new company is built, they need to pay taxes to support the community that will spend money there. Th

e community taxes should not have to cover for them making money.

1

I would love people’s taxes going into their own neighborhoods as long as poor neighborhoods don’t suffer. 1

Grants 1

Go fine owners and make them care for properties! 1

Enlist local services (snow removal lawn care) and Bill land owner/residents for services rendered 1

Didn't the city apply for brownspace grants a few years ago? Maybe grants could be explored as a first optio

n.

1

Create a website where residents can identify buildings that need to be renovated, developers can identify c

heaper buildings for businesses, and government can inform on existing and ongoing projects.

1

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We have enough 1

We already have Rienhart park. 1

We already have a nice park next to The Village. But we would love to see that space continued to be devel

oped. Walkways that connect the sidewalk to the park and bike path. Maybe benches or a larger shelter.

1

Walking paths developed along the canals 1

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Triangular farm area bounded by Grizzly Ave, W. 17th Street, and Battle creek. But plant lots of trees and n

oise barriers in SW curve area to block out some of the interstate traffic noise. Another good place is develo

ping Troy Park and Practice Field into more of an actual park.

1

To my knowledge, we have no public/community parks or recreational facilities in Area 3. Such amenities w

ould be very welcome in our area!

1

There's a nice playground at Westside Elementary School 1

There is not a good place for a park in my neighborhood. 1

There is an empty lot/plot for sale on skyline drive next to a house on the corner of Pancheri and Skyline… t

he NW corner.

1

There is a corner lot at Blue Ridge and Rendezvous that would be a great place for a park. I do believe ther

e is also a city owned piece of property down the street that would also be a good place for a park.

1

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oad has one near Jannessa that is just a weed pit near many multi-family housing developments that could

use it the most. Second would be the pit West of Troy St.

1

There are city parks, neighborhood parks are not needed. 1

The storm pond area on Rendevous Rd could be a great area to have a park. 1

The southeast corner of Dale and Broadway. 1

The large empty lot on Casseopia 1

The "park" off Bellin and Troy is already a "park," but it's laughable. The city owns a ton of land there and it

should have a playground and paved path.

1

Storm pond on Rendezvous Road. 1

southwest of skyline hs, east of grizzly, north of 17th S (mill rd) 1

South Saturn 1

South capitol park is great but may be ruined. Could any small parks be build on open lots in the neighborh

oods?

1

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Reinhart park is right across the street. 1

Our neighborhood has a great park. But I would love to see a walking/biking path around the soccer fields. 1

On Plommon behind Eagle Rock Baptist 1

Old Butte road and Bellin 1

Near where the inl parking is 1

Near the Sleep Inn exit south of town by West 33rd street. The open field behind Westmark and right off I-1

5 would be a fantastic place for a park. I actually did a park design for that space for a graduate-level project

management class; if anyone would like to see it, I'm happy to share (208.524.2500). :)

1

Near the Sleep Inn and Bellin road 1

Na 1

My neighborhood has a park, but it could use a little maintenance and updates such as completing the side

walk so that it is accessible by people that can't walk across the grass and gravel as easily.

1

My neighborhood already has a big park 1

Intersection of 17th and Bellin, across the road from Fire Station 5. 1

Inside the neighborhood 1

I would take advantage of the soccer field near me (Old Butte and Broadway) if the pathway went anywhere

or made a loop, and was more attractively landscaped, including pavilions and benches.

1

I think this is hard in our area. If a small corner park or tot-lot fits into a new housing subdivision, then great.

Otherwise, schools should do doubly duty. We have had gatherings using the covered Ramadas at Westsid

e Elementary--lots of space there and kids can run and play. Every school should do double-duty like that a

nd have covered Ramadas.

1

I think somewhere in the block bounded by Pancheri, Bellin, 17th/Mill, and Grizzly would be an ideal spot, a

s that area is underserved. I also think improvements to Esquire Acres would make that park more usable th

an the empty space it is currently.

1

I really just want an indoor/outdoor waterpark and rec center. It's embarrassing to me that we don't have so

mething that is the envy of the state.

1

I live in an older neighborhood 1

I feel area 3 has great access to several parks 1

I already live near old butte park, but it could really use a bike path from one end to the other. 1

Grizzly and West 17th South 1

Existing parks are fine 1

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6. Area 3 residents indicated they value the rural feel and open space of their area. Understanding these areas areprivately owned and will experience pressure to grow as the area develops, which of the following options do youprefer as a tool to help preserve the rural feel:


Develop the soccer fields further. Add baseball fields, pickleball courts, more facilities on the west side of th

e further west soccer fields.

1

Currently in my Mill Run neighborhood there is a private park along the southwest edge of the neighborhoo

d. For many years it was inaccessible due to fences. It's available now but still seems like it's only available i

f you live within its boundaries. Seems unfair.

1

Corner of pancheri and skyline 1

Corner of Grizzly and 17th south. Large area that can be improved. 1

Central development, or edges 1

Casseopia, between saturn and skyline. There is mixed housing already and a school close by. A part woul

d be fitting in this location.

1

Casseopia lot between saturn and skyline 1

Bellin and Broadway 1

Behind Westside Elementary, vacant lot by church. Also a canal running by, could connect to Pancheri walki

ng/bike path.

1

Anywhere south of highway 20 and west of the interstate. 1

A great place for a new park would be at the pit just south of the INL parking lot and East of Bellin (between

Pancheri, and Broadway). It would be a great place for something similar to Community Park with sports fiel

ds, playgrounds, and a walking path. Also add a walking path around the soccer complex located on Old Bu

tte road and an additional playground to the north.

1

Anares Park is tiny and out dated. I think it would benefit the community and use at this park was updated a

nd more suitable for different age groups.

1

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Choice 3

Choice 2

Choice 1

Choice 3 35 41.18%

Choice 2 25 29.41%

Choice 1 14 16.47%

Continue with the standard development pattern where open spaces are primarily school fields, large yards, and storm ponds.

Choice 1

Choice 3

Choice 2

Choice 1 38 44.71%

Choice 3 24 28.24%



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Choice 2 18 21.18%

Allowing clustered development where housing is grouped closely together, and common open space is preserved in larger tracts of land


Choice 2

Choice 1

Choice 3

Choice 2 34 40%

Choice 1 27 31.76%

Choice 3 15 17.65%

Other (Please describe below)


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Choice 2

Choice 1

Choice 3

Choice 2 5 5.88%

Choice 1 4 4.71%

Choice 3 1 1.18%

7. If you used Other in the previous question please explain below:


Would like to see other options explored. 1

This question format has not been done correctly. I strongly support the more vertical buildings, and somew

hat support the other two.

1

The city should be allowed to buy large portions of the land when it goes up for sale and use that land for a

community park while the other part can be used for housing.

1

stop new growth/development/population explosion...plant more trees (no shade in this town) 1

Small areas like four or 6 normal lots for a tiny homes sub-sub-subdivision 1

Parks in some open lots maybe. A small dog park would be amazing. 1

n/a 1

Keep people from California out. 1


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I realize there are county sections in my neighborhood, but having those areas in the middle of the city mea

ns no sidewalks or curbs or gutters. In other words, Bellin is not safe to walk on north of Pancheri, nor is Pa

ncheri safe west of Bellin. Finish off the infrastructure of these areas and let the land owners keep their othe

rwise county status. However, it would also be nice if the county properties totally surrounded by city propert

y had to abide by some sort of zoning to prevent the visual mess that currently exists on the NW corner of B

ellin and Pancheri.

1

I feel nearly equally about all three of the previous choices. 1

I don't like any of the other options, aside from the standard development pattern. 1

City lots (or larger) allow for connecting green space around housing. More park space is always great too. 1

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Saturn and Broadway 24 28.24%

Pancheri and Skyline 51 60%

Bellin and Broadway 50 58.82%

Skyline and Grandview 33 38.82%

Saturn and Grandview 16 18.82%


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Sunnyside and Bellin/Old Butte 38 44.71%

Other 7 8.24%

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Area 1 5 42%

Area 2 0 0%

Area 3 7 58%

Area 4 0 0%



Easy to get out of town on most highways. 1 0

Good location with respect to INL town and MFC. Walkable neighborhood for my dogs. 1 0

Rural living in the city. West side baby! 1 0

Close to freeway, Reinhart Park, good neighbors 0 0

Quiet, not a lot of businesses or traffic. Close to the edge of town, houses in the neighborhood are mostly well-maintained.

0 0

Not too crowded 0 0

Lots of walking paths 0 0

good location for getting to shopping 0 0

this has always been a great part of town 0 0

It is a real family neighborhood, a bit removed from urban life. The homes are large enough to ensure that most are well cared for.

0 0

Close to schools, trees. Good access to open roads for bike riding 0 0

Away from retail. Quiet. Nice neighborhood 0 0

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Traffic. Sprawl. Connection to community 3 0

Worse for bicyclists 2 0

Traffic everywhere 2 0

Not enough access roads and more traffic through the residential neighborhoods 2 0

I am worried it will deteriorate as the home age. 1 0

Utilities cost and reliability. Emergency response. Crime. Traffic. 1 0

Amount of traffic on Broadway and on Grandview. 1 0

Traffic on Grandview and Skyline, increase on property values (would like to sell and move to a smaller home, but can't afford what's being built)

0 0

Immense increase in housing costs, infrastructure needs not balanced with the excessive spending of the city council.

0 0

Too many people 0 0

New townhomes/condos are crammed together without a full street in between 0 0

All the once green spaces have been or are currently being developed. Green spaces make areas more attractive to everyone. Also, there are people who are buying houses and then turning them into rentals for BYU-I students. It affects quality of life and parking issues.

0 0

Speed limits too high on 17th for too many people! 0 0

the police department is not growing with the city and there is no traffic control 0 0

schools are close 0 0


13 100%

3) Thinking about growth, what are you concerned willchange about your neighborhood?

4) Thinking about the 7 dimensions of health, how healthydo you feel your neighborhood is?

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More neighborhood parks 5 0

Real bicycle paths for commuting 4 0

Easier access to safe bike routes 4 0

Bike lanes are a great idea. 3 0

Being able to walk or ride to the library is a huge asset 2 0

Road improvements 2 0

Widen south Bellin 1 0

More small businesses / restaurants on West side 1 0

Safer ways for street crossings for pedestrians 1 0

Bypass traffic coming in from the west 1 0

Bike Lanes 1 0

More access roads to new construction. 1 0

Public transportation 2 1

I have no idea what the 7 dimensions of health are, before asking specific pointed questions, a scientist knows to either explain it to the respondent or ask in lay terms.

0 0

Sidewalks on Bellin Road. More bicycle lanes. More restaurants (not fast food places). 0 0

Put a playground back in Central Park. 0 0

slowing traffic down in the temple view elementary area 0 0


Yes 11 79%

No 3 21%

5) What are some things you think could improve yourneighborhood's health?

6) Is your neighborhood an affordable place to live?

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7) Thinking about the overall condition of housing (state ofrepair, desirability, etc) how do you feel about the livabilityof housing in your neighborhood?

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high-density housing mixed with single unit housing. 3 0

Green spaces and parks for new construction 3 0

Access roads to the new neighborhood construction to avoid bad traffic through neighborhoods 2 0

Rising costs Affordability as a young family 2 0

Avoiding bedroom communities - more dense new construction 1 0

Not enough supply in median price range 1 0

Need more housing type diversity 1 0

Low quality housing for high prices. Apartments in mediocre condition. 1 0

It's an older neighborhood, 60+ years, and prices are going up and up. 0 0

increase in housing costs, families being unable to buy a home, and issues with being able to upkeep homes.

0 0

Housing has gotten more expensive. 0 0

New construction is too close together. I worry if there was a fire in the condos, they would all burn. 0 0

People are turning one family houses into rentals. And house prices keep going up and up. 0 0

8) As the City grows, what concerns do you have abouthousing in your neighborhood?

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Smart growth - fill up vacant lots like the development south of Albertsons 5 0

More subdivision egresses with improved feeder routes 4 0

Some homes are run down--Those on busier streets in particular. Maybe those are "ripe" for a change--could apartments or town houses be built there?

3 0

Green spaces 3 0

Mixed business / residential zoning 3 0

Plan in bike paths! 3 0

Beautification projects. Landscaping 1 0

I'd ike to see some retirement facilities. I really like the Snake River Landing concept. 0 0

Fix the streets, sidewalks and don't increase property taxes/over-spend taxpayers money for frivolous projects.

0 0

Don't build new construction so close together. Build full 2 lane streets. Plow more o�en! 0 0

Create more green areas within walking distances of houses. 0 0

Fill in the potholes that are out of control 0 0

Don't let it become like Ammon with not enough roads for major developments 0 0

9) What ideas do you have for improving housing in yourneighborhood?

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10) How well do you think your neighborhood reflects thispolicy goal?

11) How do you feel about increasing housing choices inyour neighborhood?

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12) Where in your neighborhood does a twin home makesense?

13) Where in your neighborhood does a duplex make sense?

14) Where in your neighborhood do accessory dwellingsmake sense

15) Where in your neighborhood do townhomes make sense

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Anywhere 5 36%






Anywhere 3 21%






Anywhere 2 14%





16) Where in your neighborhood does a bungalow courtmake most sense?

17) Where in your neighborhood does a courtyardapartment make sense?

18) Where in your neighborhood does a mid-rise condo orapartment make sense?

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Make sure it integrates with the existing neighborhood 3 0

Zoning needs to be thoughtful, not random. Don't like the 2013 goal. 2 0

Not enough parking 2 0

higher occupancy density brings higher traffic density 2 0

Increased traffic 2 0

Handling traffic to avoid speeding and danger to pedestrians 2 0

Schools will need to redraw boundaries 1 0

Increase in traffic and more parking needed. Would how walkability would be increased. 0 0

These make no sense, there is not room for additional housing in my neighborhood. 0 0

Not enough parking. Where do you park for a snow event if you can't park on the street? 0 0

Too many people in a small space. 0 0

All the lots are built on. We have single housing, duplexes, and townhouses. The only lot that could be built on is the big lot between Margette and Troy south of Broadway.

0 0


Twin Home 1 6%

Duplex 0 0%


Townhome 1 6%

Bungalow Court 1 6%





19) What concerns you with allowing more housing choicein your neighborhood?

20) Are there any housing types that you marked as notmaking sense for your neighborhood that could make sensewith specific design regulations?

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Grocery Store, Church, School School Work Gas station

Credit Union Grocery store Parks dog park Doctor shopping

17th work hardware store INL Winco Church Shopping

Up 17th work Pool Church West Side Church parks

Grocery store Library Work Grocery grocery Work


Personal car 1st

Walking 2nd

Bicycle 3rd

Other 4th



Yes 10 83%

No 1 8%

Maybe 1 8%

21) Where do you go most o�en?

22) Rank Your Most Common Mode of Transportation

23) If it were more convenient to get to your commondestinations by bike or foot, would you use those methodsmore o�en?

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24) How would you rate your neighborhood's current levelof overall connectivity to daily goods and services?

25) How would you rate your neighborhood's current levelof bike and pedestrian connectivity to daily goods andservices?

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Bike paths that are not just the gutter lane on a street 4 0

Basic bus service along main routes (Broadway) 4 0

Bike lanes 4 0

Sidewalks on bellin rd 3 0

Safer for walkers 3 0

Better signals for pedestrians like the new Hawk signal on Broadway 2 0

Public Transportation 1 0

none 0 0

Sidewalks or paths along Bellin. Traffic light at Bellin and Pancheri 0 0

More crossing areas (like the one on the corner of Broadway and Dale) 0 0

Sidewalks on streets without them (like Bellin) 0 0

Bike lanes 0 0

Wider sidewalks 0 0

Moved west to get away from connectivity 0 1


YES PLEASE 3 0

Broadway and Skyline is a walkable center 2 0

We had that before Walgreens moved in. The old "Walkers" strip mall actually provided a lot of that functionality!

2 0

Would rather have some retirement communities. 2 0

That would be great 1 0

Not interested 0 0

What is this? 0 0

It would be nice. What about a green space on the southeast corner of Broadway and Dale? 0 0

Our walkable center is downtown or in snake river landing 0 1

26) What are your ideas for improving connectivity in yourneighborhood?

27) What are your thoughts and reactions to the idea of awalkable center in your neighborhood?

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Yes 4 33%

No 8 67%


It could be Broadway and skyline but need rezoning 1 0

We have some vacant areas on Broadway and shops that could go away 1 0

I don't understand what a walkable center is, you need to give definitions/explanations when polling people.

0 0

New housing developments going up near current neighborhoods 0 0

On Broadway west of I-15 0 0


Skyline and Broadway 2 1

Downtown, for now because I'm fit enough. Broadway and Skyline. 0 0

How do businesses compete with high traffic and big box store areas? 0 0

28) Does your neighborhood have a walkable center?

29) if you said No to the previous slide, where do youimagine a walkable center should go in your neighborhood

30) If you said Yes, in a few words, describe where yourneighborhood's walkable center is

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Retirement communities. tiny-ish home developments. 5 0

Infrastructure- better coordination with the county on roads 4 0

Strategic planning to rationale zoning 4 0


Better coordination with the county 2 0

Recreational facilities- pools, ice skating rinks, etc. A community rec center. 1 0

The water tower in south capital park 2 1

More traffic enforcement 1 0

Relocating the new water tower in the middle of South Capital Park. Public utilities do NOT belong in parks!

0 0

why you need a comprehensive plan and what goes into it. 0 0

Sidewalks need to be worked on all over town 0 0

Getting rid of yield lights because of influx in traffic making it unsafe for pedestrians 0 0

Don't waste our parks by using them for city utility infrastructure. No Water Towers in our Parks! 2 2

31) What topics did we not cover (or not cover enough)?

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NH Meeting #3 Chat Comments

from Garth Davis to everyone: 6:43 PM

this has always been a great part of town


the police department is not growing with the city and there is no traffic control


slowing traffic down in the temple view elementary area

from Mark Morgan to everyone: 6:55 PM

Our neighborhoods should’ve be full of young families. If houses are selling for 400k and up smilies can’t afford them.


there are a wide variety of houses, condos and apartments


What do we do with “Happyville” and existing trailer courts that are falling into disrepair?


I agree with Mark, the trailer parks bring the neighborhood down


The development by the village is in the county - we need to coordinate our plan with the county.

from Lisa to everyone: 7:04 PM

How do we stop people from having to many families in one house


Parking


the west side, i hate driving to the other side of town


Personal car


How do you make a walkable center in an established area

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The water tower in south capital park

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1. The southern portion of Area 4 has historical value and character, which is important to preserve as a tool to improve the livability of the area.


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2. Diversifying housing options is identified as a need and as a tool to increase availability and affordability of housing, especially in newly developing areas where housing options are limited. One recommended action


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Neutral 4 11.43%

Agree 10 28.57%




You don’t say “where” you would allow mixed use. Can’t agree with facts not presented. 1

We are building a house in Fairway Estates. All the homes around the area are mostly single resident family

homes with a few townhomes in Fairway Estates. I would prefer to keep it that way and not have other type

s of homes in that area.

1

The diversity of these areas always seem to be very congested and low income 1



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Low income and lower income housing availability brings With it the unintended consequences of this type o

f transformation. Exposing IF to this type of infrastructure is an infringement to the higher quality of life that i

dentifies the exact environment that defines IF. The regulatory compliances necessary for safety and securit

y Will stretch the local economy beyond capacity. What type of growth will impact noise congestion and traffi

c parking as well as energy consumption, public services and safety? Low income multigenerational populat

ions dependent on a shrinking tax base are a sure fired way to transform this unique American City.

1

I prefer having a neighborhood consist of a cohesive look and housing type. Who would want a 4-plex next t

o their nice single dwelling house?

1

I am looking for more neighborhoods by heritage hills. I would support more apartments across from the INL

buildings.

1

Existing houses that have been turned into multiple dwelling is a main reason the area has deteriorated. I su

pport new development and ADU but not turning more houses into triplexes, etc

1

Diversified housing needs to be closer to services( in town). Mostly elderly or single car families, do not put t

hem out of reach to stores, medical , services, etc.

1

Decrease the value of the neighborhoods in the norther part of this area. 1

City officials approve development plans for expansion without making sure there's adequate entrance and

exit to the areas.

1

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4. A strongly identified priority for Area 4 is to improve connectivity.

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Expand the

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5. If you answered other please explain



The northern area of Area 4 is lower income. Public transportation should be a major priority in this area, we

ll ahead of street expansions that disconnect our neighborhoods

1

Secondary entrance from east into Fairway estates. (#1 Safety Concern!!!) 1

Residents of Heritage Hills jokingly call the turning lane the "suicide lane". Widening this road is greatly nee

ded!

1

Maintain and replace even sidewalks and crosswalks. Pave unpaved roads. Gravel roads in city limits are u

nacceptable. Implement more crosswalk like the ones connecting the temple to the greenbelt. Add bike lane

s to main roads.

1

I feel there is already some connectivity in Area 4 with the paths in Freeman park that lead to the greenbelt

but further paths north would be nice. I do think the most helpful thing would be an additional river crossing f

urther north so we can avoid the congestion around the 20. Also in one of the 15-20 interchange options tha

t the city is considering actually has the creation of an additional bridge.

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Near the INL campus 20 57.14%

Elva, near Melaleuca Field 18 51.43%

Freemont Avenue 13 37.14%

Holmes and Anderson (Fred Meyer area) 22 62.86%

Holmes and US 20 13 37.14%

Other (See below) 0 0%

7. Area 4 Residents said they want to see more parks, especially in new subdivisions. In your opinion, where is the best place for a park in your neighborhood?

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Where College Street and North Lee intersect. The field there is owned by the Union Pacific railroad, but the

y have done nothing with it over the past decade. Most of the neighborhood kids do rummage through this fi

eld anyway.

1

Update the park surrounding melaleuca field. A water feature in the abandoned canal would be lovely. 1

There is an open field at the end of Rock Hollow (north) that seems like a logical place since there is houses

going in to the east and west of us.

1

The south already has the greenbelt, Civitan park and the Japanese park, the middle has Freeman park wit

hin walking distance but I think the north side of Area 4 could use more parks attached to the new constructi

on areas like Independance or the Pevero neighborhoods (because a golf course isn't really a park).

1

Tear down dilapidated housing to make way for parks. Or by Bush Elementary. 1

South of Anderson canal, and just west of Fifth East 1

Pevero street is in need of a an expansive and multiplayer type of park. The entire Area 4 must drive to the

nearest recreation park. Area 4 growth has expanded 1000% in just 5 short years. There is a lucrative tax b

ase here. Make it worth their while by building a multiplayer park.

1

Off lwisville hwy 1

North of Anderson by Bush. Or small neighborhood park by tear down of some of the worst abandoned buil

dings in letter streets

1

No where 1

In Fairway Estates, the north east corner has not been developed yet, so that would be the logical location. 1

I would like to see more parks in the lettered streets, science center drive towards Holmes, and on the west

side of town near skyline dr.

1

I think the old rail line through IF is a perfect opportunity to create a bike/pedestrian only corridor through do

wntown and could revitalize the underdeveloped southern portion of downtown while increasing connectivit

y.

1

I think more plazas like Civitan in the downtown would be amazing. 1

I think Area 4 has quite a few parks in the south area and already has the massive Freeman Park but in the

north in the housing development there is a lack of parks (golf courses don't count) so if a park was to be bu

ild I'd prefer to see it built near the developments around Independence, Pevero or Riverview.

1

How about a Baseball complex( similar to soccer complex) on Newly Purchased Airport land off of 5th West

and 33rd.

1

Fairway estates undeveloped portion near where the Lewisville entrance to fairway estates is supposed to g

o.

1

Drainage area at the end of Independence Drive. 1

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Don't take away the one park in our neighborhood by building a new water tower there. 1

At the end of independence drive in the storm water pond. (Looks like a half finished job) 1

Already there. 1

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Area 1 5 56%

Area 2 1 11%

Area 3 1 11%

Area 4 1 11%



Quiet street 2 0

Great neighbors 2 0

Safe 2 0

It's a quiet, well kept neighborhood. 2 0

Great neighbors and great city services 2 0

Balanced access to living, stores, parks, etc. 1 0

Lots of young families 1 0

Historic Feel 0 0

Very close to the greenbelt 0 0

The view of the Tetons, living away from the populated part of town. 0 0

? 0 0

Close to the river and Freeman Park 0 0

Old houses are cool 0 0

Location, close to coffee shops and stores 0 0




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Increased traffic issues 1 0

become full of dumpy rentals 0 0

my neighborhood will be le� behind and not invested into 0 0

Increased traffic, building a freeway that removes houses and eliminates farms. Growth that removes the country feel. Increased crime.

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Increased crime 0 0

My Newer neighbors are interested in improving neighborhood 0 0

More cars driving at excessive speeds in developements, and fewer street parking spots 0 0

Hwy 20 being routed close to my neighborhood 0 0


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A small Park in fairway estates 4 0

Expand green belt from freeman park to the golf course. 3 0

More parks/green beautification in general 3 0

sidewalks to freeman park 2 0

Expand the Riverwalk north to Fairway Estates 2 0

Sidewalk on East River Road road to Sage Lakes golf course 1 0

A grocery store downtown 1 0

Making sure integrity of south capitol park is protected 1 0

walkable destinations 0 0

better sidewalks 0 0

more trees 0 0

Splash pad on west side of town 0 0

Community building commercial places. Coffee shops, book stores, 0 0

Bike travel safety and availability 0 0

Coffee shops/small businesses are awesome 0 0

continuous sidewalk system from Jenny Lee area to the Apple and Albertson's 0 0


Yes 6 60%

No 4 40%



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property taxes rising 3 0

The city put less attention in beautifying the area, focusing on newer neighborhoods 2 0

Too crowded at the playgrounds 1 0

Mine seems to be growing a good direction with people who want to be active in neighborhood 1 0

An interstate expansion program killing home values and access to the city 1 0

full off resident turnover 0 0

it'll be full of uncared for rentals 0 0

Property taxes going us. Crowding more housing development into this area. Busier roads 0 0

Affordable community housing for seniors 0 0



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Similar areas to snake river landing. Smaller houses that are located close to Green space 2 0

Sidewalk on East River Road 2 1

Balance housing with services, stores, employment areas, etc 1 0

Community engaging activities in nearby parks 1 0

allowing accessory buildings and attractive developments and townhomes 0 0

Small park at the end of the Heritage hills subdivision 0 0

Roundabouts to reduce speed 1 1

Crosswalk across south Capitol avenue to the Neighborhood/park 0 0

Adding affordable housing to the area. 0 0

Developing the empty lots and fields by Home Depot for more houses 0 0

Maintain an active HOA. 0 0

Flashing speed limit signs on Pevero Drive. 1 1



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Property values. While a section of higher density housing in the neighborhood makes sense, it doesn't make sense between single family homes

2 0

Too many apartments and duplexes fragmenting community 3 1

Apartments tend to draw social issues. Need to have standards for multi unit housing. 2 1

it won't look right and be cheap 0 0

Loss of green spaces in favor of housing 0 0

not enough local ammenities 0 0

Property values, changing the feel of one of the nice new neighborhoods in the entire city. 2 2

But Apartment buildings can bring stuff like dog parks, increased walk ability, more bars and coffee shops which would be great

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More crime 0 1


Twin Home 2 10%

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Grocery Story Work Library Parks Golf course Library

Walmart Restaurants Parks Greenbelt River Downtown

Lowes Green Belt Grocery store Riverwalk Freeman Park

Greenbelt Downtown greenbelt Parks Work Downtown park

Coffee, restaurants, merchants all downtown


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No 2 22%

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Need road improved a sidewalk or bike path to connect East River Road residents to city 3 0

Widen east river road, add bike path. 3 0

More bicycle lanes in major roads 3 0

Extend Riverwalk north to Fairway Estates. 3 0

More bike friendly 3 0

5th west from Fairway Estates to INL buildings need a sidewalk 2 0

Need turning lanes on 5th west for INL traffic 2 0

No sidewalks to connect north residents to the city, road is narrow and high speeds 2 0

In my particular neighborhood it is not bad, but there is a lot of room for improvement and I love they are doing this.

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Need safe way for kids to cross 5th West and get to Freeman Park 1 0

Either bring services into the neighborhood or pathways to get to downtown 1 0

more services near me 0 0

better bike paths and more designated paths with lighting and landscaping to feel more safe 0 0

Mixed use buildings like where smokin fins is located. 0 0

agree sidewalks are good 0 0

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a grocery store downtown would be amazing 0 0

I like how it is, anything else would lower the speed limit 0 0

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I would love to be able to walk to a market or small grocery store. 3 0

This is beautiful 2 0

Incorporation of a walkable center north of the city center would be amazing! 2 0

I am glad the city is trying to plan and manage this growth with direction, love these plans! 2 0

Our neighborhood is an island away from the city. It doesn't seem feasible here. 1 0

I like the idea if there were more things to access in the center of my neighborhood. As it is, it is more important to have access to the green belt or other green areas along 5th west

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It would be nice to have schools located closer to home. 1 0

great idea, it would help bring the neighborhood together 0 0

Don't want supermarkets and business in my area. 0 0

Development here may ruin our rural country feel... noise and light pollution is a concern as well as wildlife habitats destroyed

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It will improve the city so much and hopefully it is intertwined with housing and commercial use 0 0

Yes to grocery store and more local shops! 0 0

Not plausible to convert our neighborhood that way. 0 0


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Close to INL buildings. 2500 peopling working in a small area. 4 0

The warehouses around Pancheri st. Around idaho brewing company 3 0

Use some farm land by the river for commercial development 4 1

Maybe near the INL buildings 2 0

Across from the golf course 1 0

Land just east of Sage Lakes golf course 1 0

Near idaho brewing company would be really cool 1 0

The industrial buildings a bit south towards pancheri would be amazing and has so much potential if it is possible

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I said yes, but I think it's only partly a walkable center, it is the baseball field. I feel more businesses could go in near this area

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East of the Sage lake golf course on 5th east by Bish RV 0 0

Doesn't seem plausible. I like the farmland 0 0


There is none. We can't walk to anything safely. 2 0

The closest thing for me would just be downtown area 1 0

The baseball field, but I would like to see more businesses around it, make it feel like a downtown plaza or square

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Swimming facilities and splash pads 4 0

Short term achievable goals for improving the community 3 0

Possible freeway through the heritage hills and Fairway Estates ruins this vibe you are encouraging. 2 0

Rec center to meet City needs 2 0

Science Center Dr and Fremont Ave traffic light is the worst traffic light in America (needs better programming, like eliminate green arrows).

1 0

Concern about S. capital park and the water tower 2 1

To add to the rec center comment, there is no decent public indoor pool in the community. 2 1

Growth is more than just residential. How do we incorporate growth of industry? 1 0

We were focused on just our neighborhood, but didn't put it in the bigger picture of the overall city (transportation issues getting to the Ammon area).

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Ways to improve green spaces and can we plant trees along streets and in neighborhoods. More parks 1 0

how alleyways could be used for more things than just trash, pave them? light them? 0 0

Giving growth for upper income housing... not many options in city limits. 3 3

Lack of public transportation. 0 0

I thought it was pretty thorough. 0 0

The south Capitol park water tower construction will affect this neighborhood 0 2


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sidewalks to freeman Park

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property taxes rising


personal car


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Yes

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hahaha not in winter yes


Not accessible at all


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In my particular neighborhood it is not bad, but there is a lot of room for improvement and I love they are doing this.


I live on Lava street, so the tiny bottom part


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This is beautiful


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1. In Area 5, diversifying housing options is identified as a need and a tool to increase availability and affordability of housing, especially in newly developing areas where housing options are limited. One recommended


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Traffic is horrible on the south side of town. Intersections are perilous as is, and it literally takes people dyin

g in accidents to put in 4 way stops. Increased population density will only worsen this problem. Additionally,

increased housing further exacerbates the school issues. IF the city were to make changes, they need to fir

st make the roads wider, adding turn lanes for the additional traffic, adding stop signs / lights at all main roa

d intersections, and should definitely charge the builder a fee to help support the schools.

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These types of housing options can substantially effect the value of the homes in these areas in a negative

way. The growth of the city should not be solved with pop up housing that is below subpar quality. Growth of

a city should not effect the type of housing we provide.

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These types of housing need to be separated from current or future housing to not drop housing prices. The

traffic congestion would also become an issue.

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There needs to be stick standards applied that do not allow for property values to be devalued due to housi

ng options that don't match the current housing standards.

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There is not enough road development in this area for the houses that have been built. Apartment growth w

ould really make that much harder to deal with.

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There is a new high density housing option that is being built next to my home. Instead of seeing sunlight, bl

ue sky, and trees each morning, I'll see the back of a 3 story condo building. I don't want Idaho Falls turned i

nto New York City. This new development is going to add 140 units. This will only make "rush hour" traffic o

n Sunnyside that much worse. More noise, more pollution, more traffic congestion. I wish these townhomes

and condos were being built "out of town", maybe alongside US 20 North of Idaho Falls. Also, I think that it i

s "very misleading" to allow "High Density R3 housing" to be built in a zone that is labeled "Limited Commer

cial". When the city seeks to re-zone a piece of property as "Limited Commercial", the neighbors, who supp

orted the zone change to "Limited Commercial", don't expect a "bait and switch" to R3 development.

1

The more people you have in a smaller area brings more crime to the area. I agree that we need affordable

housing but also limit the amount per area.

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Note: I agree with the need, but also we are going to need to stop lights out here soon, as is with mostly sin

gle-family dwellings, if you modify zoning please make intersection safety a priority. IF not stop lights then c

an we please have sidewalks and crosswalks?

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Multiple dwelling houses will mean MORE TRAFFIC on already busy roads in the area!!! 1

I think part of why we moved to this area is to not be in the urban hustle. Plus there would need to be signifi

cant amount of Infrastructure development prior to making a change like that. I would like the city/county inv

est in doing that before we change zoning to allow more people already impacted by what’s here now.

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I like it the way it is 1

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Because that doesn't address any of the lack of material and more people moving here. It only allows devel

opers to cram even more people into developing areas. Let the developers decide what the market needs. I

would support this if the developers were given the choice.

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(1) Construction trucks, rigs, fast drivers, and projects dimming the neighborhood streets. Not for another te

n or fifteen years, please! Have them use the main entrances rather than cut through established neighborh

oods where our children play. (2) Traffic and safety. The country road intersections are constantly points of a

ccidents, deaths, and stress for locals.

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65th and 5th West 22 35.48%

49th and 15th 16 25.81%


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49th and Hitt Road 18 29.03%

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4. Area 5 residents expressed frustration with inadequate facilities on major roads. These projects are complicatedand require a variety of actions and tools.

Better coordination with Bonneville County to develop uniform development standards


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Neutral 7 11.29%

Oppose 1 1.61%


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Support 18 29.03%

Neutral 18 29.03%

Oppose 2 3.23%


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Support 7 11.29%

Neutral 26 41.94%

Oppose 9 14.52%


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Support 19 30.65%

Neutral 20 32.26%

Oppose 6 9.68%


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Neutral 18 29.03%

Oppose 8 12.9%


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Support 0 0%

Neutral 3 4.84%

Oppose 0 0%

Strongly Oppose 0 0%

5. If you used other in the above question please explain



Widen major arteries now. Holmes, south of Sunnyside will only get busier. Why not build the infrastructure

now to support the coming growth? We know more and more homes are being built. When the new develop

ment near Taylorview starts getting residents, the intersection of Castlerock and Holmes is going to become

even more congested…especially when school is in session. Something needs to be done now, not five yea

rs from now when all the homes are built.

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I think it should be a coordinated effort between the developers and the city. Both are Benefiting from the gr

owth, Or learn to say no to it. Because if we as a community want affordability them putting it all on the deve

lopers will only price more locals out of buying and bring more people from outside our area that can afford t

he prices. Us as a great example we brought 2 years ago and I couldn’t even afford to buy this house or any

other in our neighborhood now. So throw that on the developers it will either slow the growth or it will outgro

w what we have now.

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I all the ones I voted neutral on are ideas that I do not know what they mean, a short explanation of each wo

uld make this question better.

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Developers need to be required to build parks and contribute to school construction. I lived in Virginia Beach

many years ago and they were pioneers in this effort resulting in positive results.

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street trees 4 0

Quiet, neighbors 3 0

Close to school, work, restaurants and outdoor entertainment. 3 0

lots of open space and Parks 2 0

Ability to get everywhere quickly low crime community 2 0

View 1 0

Beautiful view. Some great neighbors. 1 0

great schools 1 0

Quiet/peaceful 0 0

Close to work and quiet 0 0

bike connection to greenbelt 0 0

Location, people, county area 0 0

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More traffic. Congestion. Less friendly. 4 0

attitudes of neighbors 4 0

Increased traffic and longer commute times. 3 0

Density that is not high enough to support costs 2 0

Values 3 1

Property Taxes 2 0

difficult to cross Sunnyside as a pedestrian 1 0

Road in bad shape 1 0

That it won't change, too much the same everywhere 1 0

over crowded schools 1 0

No concerns 0 0

big city attitudes change small city culture 0 0

More homes will become rentals 1 1

street racers on 17th and Sunnyside 1 1

Too much traffic 1 1

wanting to change idaho falls to be like the community they le� 0 1

Too much homes being built 1 2


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more pathways...utilizing the canals that go everywhere 5 0

Some additional higher density housing to diversify the neighborhood 4 0

Safer places to bike 3 0

Walk to restaurants and small grocery stores 3 0

sidewalks along holmes 3 0

better crossings across large streets 3 0

Better sidewalks 3 0

some thoughtful higher density housing 3 0

More year around facilites 2 0

More county interest in areas 2 0

Interact with your neighbors and get to know them 2 0

Parks 2 0

exercise parks 2 0

Neighborhood parties 1 0

Improvement on holmes 1 0

Add excersie stations around the Community Park walking path 1 0

Better snow removal 1 0

Dog park 1 0

Less traffic 1 0

Less rentals in the neighborhood 0 0

more police patrol 0 1


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Property taxes increasing because of home values 6 1

Overcrowded schools! 5 0

I worry about younger generations having the opportunity to buy a home. 4 0

not enough mix of types 4 0

High Property taxes 4 0

lack of diversity in available options 4 0

Where will my kids live 3 0

Too similar 3 0

only for the elite 2 0

Not enough available for current residents 1 0

Too many homes being built 2 1

not enough 1 0

Home prices 0 0

Over crowding in schools 0 0

No fire department coverage 0 0

Too close to each other 1 2


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allow Accessory Dwellings 4 0

Allow for higher density. Townhomes and twin homes or even some high rise (3 stories) condo units. 4 0

More options for higher density, we are turning over too many farm fields 4 0

Grants for repairs in older neighborhood 3 0

create a diverse variety 3 0

get the highschool and surround with high density and improved roads 2 0

Greater mixture 2 0

Less rentals 0 0

Maintain the country feel. 1 1

the low density/space neighborhoods is one of the big allures of living here 0 1

No idea but worry about government trying to create something. Low income type scenarios 0 2

Decrease housing density 0 2



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Aethestics 4 0

Traffic 5 1

How nicely housing is maintained. 4 0

low income and crime 4 1

Privacy 3 1

Crime and mischief 3 1

I have no concern. The early answers asked for diversity of answers but the voting indicated the majority of people don't want it, "in my neighborhood."

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We need it, done right everyone will benefit 3 1

nothing 3 1

Elite will be offended 4 2

Taken as a whole, the minority said "not in my neighborhood" 2 1

Home values disturbances 2 1

Crowding 0 0

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Grocery shopping Park Home School Work Ahopping

Mall Doctor appointments Parks Work Lowe's/HD winco Work

Work Groceries shopping Store Grocery river Restaurant

Work Lindsay Blvd Doctor Appointments Entertainment

Grocery Church Work Work Grocery store


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utilize the canals...straight to schools, existing pathways, future paths 7 0

Walking paths along canals. 5 0

More safe bike lanes 2 0

Would really like to be able to walk to a local restaurant 3 1

Repair sidewalks, more paths and signage for bikes and pedestrians 2 0

Additional large roads for crossing town 1 0

We need a way for cars to travel from Ammon to i15 in a efficient way without bogging down the streets 2 1

No communication between county and city 1 0

Sidewalks on Holmes south of Sunnyside. 1 0

Bicycle paths 0 0

better snow removal, Holmes to be built to city standard 0 0

Some small shop at intersections 49th and Holmes, maybe a C store on one of those corners. 0 0

A bike path to downtown. crossing 17th on a bike is scary. Going north of Rollandet and Sunnyside would be nice

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Forcing homeowners to maintain their sidewalks 1 4


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No walkable centers. Would have bought house closer to town if I wanted to walk. 5 1

Again, the canal easements. A car doesn't need to fit 2 0

Very good idea. Have lived near this in the past elsewhere and loved it 3 1

It would be nice to not have to rely on the car 2 0

Our neighborhood is already fairly walkable, however, it is all housing. I don't know where it would fit in my neighborhood.

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Yes, yes... let' have lots of walkable centers 2 1

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Would be great for our children to have a safe and close walkable center 0 0

Love it, need one every 1/3 of mile 0 0

Current road conditions do not allow walkable Center in our neighborhood 0 0

Neutral 0 0


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I can't imagine where it would go. It seems to fit better along the river or downtown. 3 0

This can be planned as we grow south 3 0

No where 4 1

We dont need one. 2 0

major intersections 2 0

Somewhere on south 5th west 1 0

Sunnyside and Rollandet 1 0

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25th and 49th 0 0

15th and 49th 0 0

5th and 49th 0 0

49th at all mile intersections 0 0

49th and Holmes 0 0

Around schools 0 1


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pedestrian over and under passes 5 0

Financial. How will this be funded? 4 0


public transportation 4 0

How to make walkability feel safe 3 0

explain the downside of urban sprawl and how it negatively effects our agricultural/rural city 5 2

snow removal 2 0

Traffic 3 1

schools 3 1

health care neighborhood 1 0

reduced parking requirements 1 0

the autonomous vehicle 1 0

Public art 1 0

Landscape requirements and buffer walkable centers 2 1

community / neighborhood block parties 1 0

Police Patrol 2 1

Walkable building 0 0

parks and rec 1 1

Fire Protection 1 1

Traffic 1 1

Speeding 1 2

Zoning. If we have some land and want it zoned higher density, how do we go about doing that? 1 2


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from Stephen Marx to everyone: 6:26 PM

I would suggest a bike path from South


I would suggest a bike path from the Sunnyside bike path to connect to downtown


Stephen you may want to look at the connecting our community plan. https://www.idahofallsidaho.gov/621/Connecting-Our-Community

from Kurtis to everyone: 6:36 PM

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street racers on 17th and Sunnyside


wanting to change idaho falls to be like the community they left


very healthy

from malli to everyone: 6:48 PM

please give url for survey again... my phone crashed.

from Caitlin Long to everyone: 6:48 PM

https://pollev.com/idahofalls


Add excersie stations around the Community Park walking path.


Thanks


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brown


We already have some mixed housing and I like it.

from Chris Pelkola Lee to everyone: 7:05 PM

This can be thoughfully done in a beneficial way to all....including those worrried about property taxes


E


A


E


This includes 'granny pads' in your backyard for your ageing parents


D


E


E


low income and crime


you say "leading" but it's just over 20%


Lindsay Blvd


work


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car


Yes


5


2


Better bike trails would be great.

from trevor to everyone: 7:27 PM

These questions are very weather dependent


Can walk in the winter is paths maintained.


A bike path to downtown. crossing 17th on a bike is scary. Going north of Rollandet and Sunnyside would be nice

from trevor to everyone: 7:32 PM

Multi mode center???


I like to run or walk through Community Park. Very nice. Thank you


Yes, yes... let' have lots of walkable centers


Financial. How will this be funded?


Thank you for setting this up.


Very well hosted.


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Thank you for doing this!


I appreciate the City asking for community input on these important issues, thank you.


I'd be interested in an appreciative inquiry survey about Idaho Falls.


[email protected]


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Focus Group Notes: Bike/Ped

April 5, 2021

Attendees: Ralph Frost(?), Gray Augustus

Q1: What are the biggest opportunities growth is providing to our area?

• More paths to connect to schools but need to be maintained. • Lots people moving in that are used to using other modes of transportation, which pushes the

conversation. More desire to use those modes. More support for it.

Q2: What are the biggest challenges growth is presenting?

• Schools are overloading in certain areas. Leads to lots of busses and less safe/reasonable options for walking and biking. Ivywood and the Village are examples.

• Lots of people in a community designed for cars and hasn’t stayed caught up, especially with road infrastructure. Now we have lots more people who want to use alternative modes, but the infrastructure really isn’t there.

Q3: What trends are you seeing in your industry both nationally and specific to Idaho Falls?

• Large increase in sales of family size vehicles. Lots more interest in bike carriers. • Lots more people on bikes throughout the community. Sales of bikes and bike equipment are

very high • Lots of increase in students in schools. More special needs requirements so we need to make

sure that the paths and buildings are ADA compliant.

Q4: How do you feel the decisions Idaho Falls makes about growth affects your work both positively and negatively?

• The better our infrastructure is, the more appealing our community is. • Connectivity to schools is going to be more and more important. Crossing major streets for

elementary kids is really difficult. • Ivywood has no safe way for kids to walk or ride to school, but they still do it. We need to

provide safe routes.

Q5: What are some ways you feel we coordinate growth issues well?

• We don’t coordinate well with other communities. • Good coordinate well with schools. Sending preliminary plats is helpful. • Not much coordination with private sector.

Q6: Is there anything we can do to help improve collaboration?

• Coordination and conversations with private sector could lead to better partnerships to get things done.

• Put more regular meetings together to get stakeholder input. • Do more outreach to businesses, especially those that are already doing good things in the

community.

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• Better overall communication with the public. • Focus on parent-level communication (when it comes to schools)

Q7: What are your big ideas for Idaho Falls

• More connectivity between subdivisions and schools. • More connectivity between subdivisions and parks, greenbelt, etc. • Better utilization of parks. Some parks are so tucked away they don’t get used.

Q8: What other thoughts do you have that you’d like to share with us?

• Make sure neighborhoods have one way in and out. Heritage Hills is an example of how NOT to do it.

• There’s a big need for field space and other similar facilities. The parks and park facilities are not keeping up with the population growth. We need to have more field space.

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Focus Group Notes: Utilities and Services

April 5, 2021

Attendees: Alan, Idaho Falls Power; Sarah, Intermountain Gas

Q1: What are the biggest opportunities growth is providing to our area?

• Idaho Falls is on the map. • We are still able to provide efficient services.

Q2: What are the biggest challenges growth is presenting?

• Cost of adjusting infrastructure. As roads widen, poles and lines must be moved. • Int gas has to think more broadly since they serve outside of Idaho Falls. Tough to keep up.

Staffing levels are sufficient to keep up with requests. Same issue for IFP.

Q3: What trends are you seeing in your industry both nationally and specific to Idaho Falls?

• Nationally for power: undergrounding infrastructure is a big trend. Expensive to do though. • Removal of dams is a big topic for power, especially hydro related • IG: Very high demand for gas. However, politically there is a move away from fossil fuels.

Q4: How do you feel the decisions Idaho Falls makes about growth affects your work both positively and negatively?

• IFP a little different because they are at the table in those meetings. Their voice is heard. Sometimes there are some “turf battles” about where to put the infrastructure so coordination is important.

• IG: great relationship with Idaho Falls. Good coordination. • Putting lots of residential in a tight area is a new normal which can make design more

complicated • IG: no capacity issues. Newer 16” line on south part of town significantly boosted ability to

serve. Industrial asks can be more complicated but can be done. Requests continue to come in.

Q5: What are some ways you feel we coordinate growth issues well?

• Coordination with Rocky Mountain Power is a reality that IFP has to deal with regularly. Buyouts are a consistent issue. As the city continues to expand we’ll continue to want to provide them utilities and will have to work through that.

Q6: Is there anything we can do to help improve collaboration?

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• IG: Pretty satisfied with coordination. Would like to see final versions of plats sent to IG after the plat is approved.

Q7: What are your big ideas for Idaho Falls

• Just manage the growth the best we can.

Q8: What other thoughts do you have that you’d like to share with us?

• Long term we need to keep working on the belt loop around the valley. • Keep improving the road infrastructure to reduce traffic.

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