Newberry Seeks Input From Residents in Community Wide Survey

The City of Newberry has launched The National Community Survey (The NCS) to gather resident input for strategic planning initiatives and to align goals around the community’s top priorities.

Newberry is excited to announce a resident survey to get input on government services and measure the quality of life in our community. The city plans to use the data to develop future budgets and strategic plans that align with the community's desires. The survey allows more people to participate in shaping the future of our community. 

“We are excited to receive more input from the community we serve. The survey will help us get a baseline understanding of our services and allow us to measure our impact going forward,” said City Manager Mike New.

The National Community Survey (The NCS) was developed by the National Research Center (NRC) at Polco. The survey captures opinions on the economy, mobility, community design, utilities, safety, natural environment, inclusivity, engagement, and other elements of Newberry's overall livability. The results will show Newberry’s strengths, areas of improvement, and what matters most to residents. The city will also be able to see how its performance compares to other communities nationwide. 

To participate, residents should go to polco.us/Newberry2.

Once they have answered the questions, residents will have the opportunity to provide their email address and ZIP code. This information allows the city to be sure they are hearing from each person only once and to confirm that respondents live in the community. Additionally, those who submit an email address will be subscribed to Newberry's profile with Polco, allowing for easy participation in future follow-up questions or engagement opportunities. Participants’ responses will always remain anonymous, and personal information will be securely stored on Polco. Participants’ individual data and votes are never shared.

"We strongly encourage all residents to take the survey. The more people who participate, the better data we will have to inform our plan,” said the City Manager. “This is an opportunity for everyone in the community to share their thoughts and shape the future of Newberry.”

For more information on this process, contact the city at 352-472-2161 ext 1. The survey is open now and closes on May 31st.