Downtown's Next Step

What are your values for Downtown Main Avenue?

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293 registered responses

About how often do you visit Durango’s Downtown Main Avenue?

	Response Percent	Response Count
Daily	34.5%	101
Weekly	53.6%	157
Monthly	8.9%	26
A few times a year	3.1%	9

What activities do you participate in on Downtown Main Avenue? (Choose all that apply)

	Response Percent	Response Count
Shopping	89.4%	262
Visiting restaurants, bars, coffee shops, etc.	96.6%	283
Using services such as gyms, banks, hair salons, etc.	62.1%	182
Attending special events	76.8%	225
I live on Downtown Main	1.0%	3
I work on Downtown Main	20.8%	61
Other	7.2%	21

What type of transportation do you use to get to Downtown Main? (Choose all that apply)

	Response Percent	Response Count
Walk	45.4%	133
Bike	52.2%	153
Transit/trolley	8.5%	25
Drive	86.3%	253
Other	2.7%	8

How do you move between destinations on Downtown Main? (Choose all that apply)

	Response Percent	Response Count
Walk	99.0%	290
Bike	31.7%	93
Transit/trolley	1.0%	3
Drive	20.8%	61
Other	1.0%	3

What’s most important to you regarding Downtown Main? (Choose 2)

	Response Percent	Response Count
Supporting and enjoying local businesses	74.1%	217
Gathering with others in the community	31.1%	91
Unique experiences at different times of year	15.0%	44
Showcasing Durango’s unique identity and character	22.2%	65
Efficient travel along Main for cars	5.5%	16
A comfortable, safe experience for bicyclists and pedestrians	49.1%	144
Other	3.1%	9

What elements would you most like to see considered in the design concepts for Downtown Main? (choose your top 5)

	Response Percent	Response Count
More outdoor patios (for restaurants/bars/coffee shops)	80.5%	236
Heated and/or enclosed outdoor patios in winter	43.7%	128
More/larger outdoor shopping displays	4.4%	13
Pop-up/temporary opportunities for local vendors and businesses	24.6%	72
More public plazas and community gathering spaces	58.0%	170
Play areas for children	13.0%	38
Art, murals, sculptures, etc.	34.5%	101
More frequent special events	24.6%	72
More trees along the street and additional landscaping	37.2%	109
Bike safety and bike parking	38.9%	114
More space for pedestrian and crosswalk improvements	59.0%	173
Trolley stop improvements	4.4%	13
Increased ADA accessibility	8.5%	25
Better parking management	27.6%	81
Nighttime lighting and security improvements	18.4%	54
Other	22.5%	66

What other cities, downtowns or streets do you think Durango should consider for inspiration when developing design concepts for Downtown Main?

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Are there any other comments you’d like to provide about your values for Downtown Main Avenue?

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Skipped: 90

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Which of the following best describe you? (Choose all that apply)

	Response Percent	Response Count
I live in Durango	93.1%	270
I work in Durango	54.5%	158
I own property along Downtown Main Avenue	4.5%	13
I own a business along Downtown Main Avenue	9.0%	26
I help organize events along Downtown Main Avenue	9.0%	26
I visit Durango on vacation	2.4%	7

Gender

	Response Percent	Response Count
Female	52.4%	152
Male	46.9%	136
Prefer not to answer	0.7%	2

Age

	Response Percent	Response Count
18-35	17.9%	52
36-55	34.5%	100
56-64	20.7%	60
65+	25.2%	73
Prefer not to answer	1.7%	5

Race/ethnicity (choose all that apply)

	Response Percent	Response Count
White	91.4%	265
Black or African American	0.3%	1
Native American/American Indian or Alaska Native	2.1%	6
Hispanic or Latino	2.8%	8
Other	1.4%	4
Prefer not to answer	4.8%	14

Primary language(s) spoken at home (choose all that apply).

	Response Percent	Response Count
English	99.0%	287
Spanish	0.7%	2
Other	1.0%	3
Prefer not to answer	1.0%	3

Would you like to be entered into a drawing for a gift basket with items from downtown businesses?

		Response Percent	Response Count
Yes		71.3%	209
No		28.7%	84

Would you like to be added to our email list for other upcoming opportunities to provide input on the Downtown’s Next Step: Main Avenue?

		Response Percent	Response Count
Yes		82.6%	242
No		17.4%	51

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December 17, 2021, 6:22 AM

About how often do you visit Durango’s Downtown Main Avenue?
- A few times a year
What activities do you participate in on Downtown Main Avenue? (Choose all that apply)
- Shopping
- Attending special events
What type of transportation do you use to get to Downtown Main? (Choose all that apply)
- Drive
How do you move between destinations on Downtown Main? (Choose all that apply)
- Walk
What’s most important to you regarding Downtown Main? (Choose 2)
- Unique experiences at different times of year
- A comfortable, safe experience for bicyclists and pedestrians
What elements would you most like to see considered in the design concepts for Downtown Main? (choose your top 5)
- Art, murals, sculptures, etc.
- More frequent special events
- More trees along the street and additional landscaping
- More space for pedestrian and crosswalk improvements
- Nighttime lighting and security improvements
What other cities, downtowns or streets do you think Durango should consider for inspiration when developing design concepts for Downtown Main?
No response.
Are there any other comments you’d like to provide about your values for Downtown Main Avenue?
Over the years The CBD has lost much of its character. Years ago Durango’s charm was that is was a real town that happened to be historic with great outdoor opportunities. Stores and restaurants had individual personalities, not just tourist t-shirt trinket shops. We need to return to what has drawn people here, not gimmicks. Return downtown to an historic, functional space that is clean and inviting to both locals and tourists. Let’s not look like every other tourist town on the map. Keep Durango real. Fill it with art, activities, good food, meaningful shops, and a quality of life that is exemplified by its CBD.
Which of the following best describe you? (Choose all that apply)
- I live in Durango
Gender
- Female
Age
- 65+
Race/ethnicity (choose all that apply)
- White
Primary language(s) spoken at home (choose all that apply).
- English
Would you like to be entered into a drawing for a gift basket with items from downtown businesses?
- Yes
Would you like to be added to our email list for other upcoming opportunities to provide input on the Downtown’s Next Step: Main Avenue?
- Yes
Name
Janice Bourret
Email
[email protected]

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What activities do you participate in on Downtown Main Avenue? (Choose all that apply)

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Attending special events

I live on Downtown Main

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What is a disruptive statement?

A statement

containing personal attacks, profanity, commercial advertising or content which is entirely off-topic, and/or
from a user who has falsified their registration information with the intent to post multiple statements in one topic or to misrepresent their city of residence.

Why does Open Town Hall monitor for disruptive statements?

OpenGov is a non-partisan company dedicated to building public trust in government and broadening civic engagement. Many people will not participate if the forum has disruptive statements.

Does Open Town Hall find many disruptive statements?

No. Disruptive statements are quite rare - less than one in a thousand statements are disruptive.

What does Open Town Hall do if they find a disruptive statement?

Open Town Hall

moves the statement to a different web page,
describes the problem in an email to the author, and
invites the author to change the statement.

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Never. Only the statement's author can edit or delete a statement.

If I disagree with someone, can I post my opinion?

Yes. Open Town Hall encourages open dialog which, by necessity, includes disagreements.

How do I know if my statement is a 'disagreement' or a 'personal attack'?

Personal Attack	Not A Personal Attack
He lied.	He said he did X, but in fact he did Y.
She misrepresented the truth.	I don't trust her.
He is greedy.	He is making plenty of money.
It is merely a power play on her part.	She will announce her candidacy soon.

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