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Home My WebLink About2015-08-10 - McMicken Neighborhood Canvass Results Briefing (7pm at Council Meeting)McMicken Neighborhood Canvass Results As a part of the City of Tukwila's ongoing commitment to residential neighborhoods, City staff recently conducted a door -to -door survey in the McMicken neighborhood. Over a seven -week period, staff visited 485 homes, making contact with 355. 175 individuals participated in the survey. In general, McMicken residents reported a high level of satisfaction with the City and their neighborhood. Still, specific issues were identified, and City staff is working to address those under the City's purview. Soon you will see the Police Department's radar trailer on major arterials in McMicken to notify drivers about their speed and encourage more responsible driving. An interdepartmental team has been convened to determine how best to tackle some of the issues uncovered in the canvass. One of the issues heard was the need for additional sidewalks in the neighborhood. Tukwila is currently in the design phase for a complete overhaul of 42nd Avenue South, which will include a number of safety improvements that include new sidewalks. Construction on this project is expected to start next spring. While this does not resolve all of the sidewalk issues in McMicken, it will be a great improvement in the neighborhood and will significantly increase safety along that important corridor. Staff will provide the City Council with a briefing on the McMicken canvass on Monday, August 10 at its regularly scheduled Committee of the Whole Meeting. This will take place at 7:00 p.m. at Tukwila City Hall. Residents are encouraged to attend to learn more about the survey. For more information, contact McMickenSurvey @TukwilaWA.gov or (206) 433 -1684. Highlights of the McMicken Neighborhood: • Average tenure: 19 years, ranged from two days to 60 years • 30% have lived in the neighborhood 25+ years • 70% intend to remain in their homes for at least the next five years • Of the 16% who indicated they would be moving: • 35% looking to downsize • 31% for a better school district, concerns about safety, or problems with neighbors • 34% other reasons • 90% own their homes • Average stay of renters: over six years • Average number of people in the home: three • 59% of respondents 50 and older • 16 languages spoken; 81% English How often are you concerned about vehicular traffic? Never 24% indicate speeding is a top priority for the neighborhood Are you happy with the infrastructure in the neighborhood? Yes 24% indicate infrastructure is a top priority for the neighborhood Unsure Unsure Are you happy with the 411, way the neighborhood looks? Yes Unsure 20% indicate look is a top priority for the neighborhood ipooLJoqu6ieu ue>ioii/VoiN auf to ssEAU O coop -o' -coop 1ueo0a auf to s�insaa e ppal ued° 88T86 VM 'eI!M)Inl pipnalnoe aatuaaytnoS 0029 l!M )1nl to At!O More Results from the McMicken Neighborhood Survey 66% indicate it is easy to go for a bike ride or walk in the neighborhood 80% feel there is good access to parks and trails in McMicken 89% believe there is good access to dining, shopping and leisure activities 76% think it is easy to get to a bus or light rail 59% feel safe in the neighborhood 71% indicate there are sufficient street lights in the neighborhood • • • • • • Hills and lack of sidewalks most cited as a barrier for walking and biking Favorites include Crystal Springs, Crestview, Interurban Trail and Green River Trail Most cited were Southcenter and Safeway Parking is a barrier to public transportation use; 58% of the households don't use any mode Residents overwhelmingly happy with Tukwila Police; localized concerns on specific topics Some concerns raised about lighting at parks after dark, specific spots in cul -de -sacs