The document summarizes results from the 2016 Metro Atlanta Speaks (MAS) public opinion survey, conducted by Kennesaw State University. The 2016 survey polled over 5,400 residents across 13 counties in the Atlanta region on various quality of life issues. Key findings included:
- Transportation, the economy, and crime were most commonly cited as the biggest problems facing the region.
- Over 70% of respondents said expanding public transit was the best way to address traffic issues.
- Nearly half of respondents rated their community's safety as "good" and over 15% said "excellent."
- Respondents gave the region's job opportunities a mixed review, with over 30% rating
2016 Metro Atlanta Speaks Summary SlidesARCResearch
The document summarizes results from the 2016 Metro Atlanta Speaks (MAS) public opinion survey, which asked residents in the 13-county Atlanta region about quality of life issues. Some key findings:
- Transportation was the top issue facing residents, selected by 24% of respondents. Crime and the economy were the next most selected at 17% each.
- 73.5% of respondents said public transit is very important to the region, though 30.4% also said they frequently lack transportation to places they need to go.
- When asked about the best long-term solution to traffic, 43.4% selected expanding public transit as the top option.
So in summary, the document
2016 Metro Atlanta Speaks Survey Results- Regional SnapshotARCResearch
This document provides a summary of survey results from 2016 on key issues facing the Atlanta region. Transportation remained the top concern, though crime saw a rise in concern from 17% to 23% of respondents rating it the biggest problem. Support for public transit continues to increase, with over 90% saying it is important. When asked how to best address traffic, 43% favored expanding public transit. While crime is a greater regional issue, two-thirds rate safety in their own communities as good or excellent. The document analyzes responses by county and compares results to previous years.
The document summarizes results from the 2016 Metro Atlanta Speaks (MAS) public opinion survey, which asked residents in the 13-county Atlanta region about quality of life issues. Some key findings:
- Transportation was the top issue facing residents, selected by 24% of respondents. Crime and the economy were the next most selected at 17% each.
- 73.5% of respondents said public transit is very important to the region, though 30.4% also said they frequently lack transportation to places they need to go.
- When asked about the best long-term solution to traffic, 43.4% selected expanding public transit while 31.7% chose improving roads and highways.
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Presentation given to the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education's Critical Issues Forum on August 12, 2015. Looks at the changing faces and fortunes of metro Atlanta and beyond
Metro Atlanta Speaks 2015 Summary SlidesARCResearch
The document summarizes the results of the 2015 Metro Atlanta Speaks survey on residents' perceptions of quality of life in the Atlanta region. The survey was conducted by Kennesaw State University and asked 26 questions of over 5,000 residents across 13 counties. It included new questions on civic involvement and engagement. The summary provides comparisons to survey results from 2013 and 2014 and highlights regional findings as well as new questions added in 2015 related to infrastructure, safety, affordability, elderly support and civic participation.
This document analyzes the results of the 2015 Metro Atlanta Speaks survey conducted by the Atlanta Regional Commission. Some key findings include:
- Transportation was identified as the top issue facing metro Atlanta, chosen by 27% of respondents. Crime and the economy were the second and third biggest issues.
- A majority of respondents across most counties believe that expanding public transit is the best long-term solution to traffic problems in metro Atlanta.
- Two-thirds of all respondents rated metro Atlanta as an excellent or good place to live. However, ratings varied by county, with Cobb residents having the most positive outlook.
- Respondents generally felt positively about their own neighborhoods and the public education in their local
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This document provides demographic and economic data for Metro Atlanta and Buckhead. It shows that Buckhead has experienced significant population and job growth since 2000. Buckhead has a highly educated and affluent population that is older and less diverse than the Atlanta region overall. The data presented indicate trends in factors like income, housing, health, education and employment that are important to the future growth and development of Buckhead.
2016 Metro Atlanta Speaks Summary SlidesARCResearch
The document summarizes results from the 2016 Metro Atlanta Speaks (MAS) public opinion survey, which asked residents in the 13-county Atlanta region about quality of life issues. Some key findings:
- Transportation was the top issue facing residents, selected by 24% of respondents. Crime and the economy were the next most selected at 17% each.
- 73.5% of respondents said public transit is very important to the region, though 30.4% also said they frequently lack transportation to places they need to go.
- When asked about the best long-term solution to traffic, 43.4% selected expanding public transit as the top option.
So in summary, the document
2016 Metro Atlanta Speaks Survey Results- Regional SnapshotARCResearch
This document provides a summary of survey results from 2016 on key issues facing the Atlanta region. Transportation remained the top concern, though crime saw a rise in concern from 17% to 23% of respondents rating it the biggest problem. Support for public transit continues to increase, with over 90% saying it is important. When asked how to best address traffic, 43% favored expanding public transit. While crime is a greater regional issue, two-thirds rate safety in their own communities as good or excellent. The document analyzes responses by county and compares results to previous years.
The document summarizes results from the 2016 Metro Atlanta Speaks (MAS) public opinion survey, which asked residents in the 13-county Atlanta region about quality of life issues. Some key findings:
- Transportation was the top issue facing residents, selected by 24% of respondents. Crime and the economy were the next most selected at 17% each.
- 73.5% of respondents said public transit is very important to the region, though 30.4% also said they frequently lack transportation to places they need to go.
- When asked about the best long-term solution to traffic, 43.4% selected expanding public transit while 31.7% chose improving roads and highways.
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Presentation given to the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education's Critical Issues Forum on August 12, 2015. Looks at the changing faces and fortunes of metro Atlanta and beyond
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The document summarizes the results of the 2015 Metro Atlanta Speaks survey on residents' perceptions of quality of life in the Atlanta region. The survey was conducted by Kennesaw State University and asked 26 questions of over 5,000 residents across 13 counties. It included new questions on civic involvement and engagement. The summary provides comparisons to survey results from 2013 and 2014 and highlights regional findings as well as new questions added in 2015 related to infrastructure, safety, affordability, elderly support and civic participation.
This document analyzes the results of the 2015 Metro Atlanta Speaks survey conducted by the Atlanta Regional Commission. Some key findings include:
- Transportation was identified as the top issue facing metro Atlanta, chosen by 27% of respondents. Crime and the economy were the second and third biggest issues.
- A majority of respondents across most counties believe that expanding public transit is the best long-term solution to traffic problems in metro Atlanta.
- Two-thirds of all respondents rated metro Atlanta as an excellent or good place to live. However, ratings varied by county, with Cobb residents having the most positive outlook.
- Respondents generally felt positively about their own neighborhoods and the public education in their local
2014 Metro Atlanta Speaks: Gauging The Pulse of Metro AtlantansARCResearch
2014 Metro Atlanta Speaks asks almost 4,200 residents to weigh in on key quality of life issues such as transportation, education, the economy, the arts and aging in the Atlanta area. This is the second year of the survey, so we have some comparisons to last year as well.
Trends in the Atlanta Region and Buckhead — Demographics and Growth Seminar –...Livable Buckhead / BATMA
This document provides demographic and economic data for Metro Atlanta and Buckhead. It shows that Buckhead has experienced significant population and job growth since 2000. Buckhead has a highly educated and affluent population that is older and less diverse than the Atlanta region overall. The data presented indicate trends in factors like income, housing, health, education and employment that are important to the future growth and development of Buckhead.
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Women are still more undecided than men on how to vote in the EU referendum and less certain that they will vote. Only 56% of women feel informed enough to make a decision on how to vote. While women are more interested in the EU debate than men, only 26% say the campaigns have helped them decide how to vote. 37% of women think both sides of the debate have been too dominated by men.
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Regional Snapshot: Metro Atlanta Speaks: Perceptions of Life in Metro AtlantaARCResearch
Transportation remains the top concern for residents of Metro Atlanta, with 27% of respondents selecting it as the biggest problem facing the region. Support for public transit also remains strong, with nearly half of respondents believing expanding public transit is the best long-term solution to traffic issues. However, some jurisdictions have greater problems with access to transportation than others, such as the City of Atlanta and Rockdale County, where over a third of respondents say they frequently lack transportation to places they need to go.
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The Atlanta Regional Commission wanted to know what our residents think about metro Atlanta. Recently, ARC commissioned one of the largest public opinion surveys in our region’s history. The result is the first “Metro Atlanta Speaks” regional survey. We now have a statistically valid snapshot of what residents in our 10-county region think about some of the major issues and opportunities here.
Visalia Public Opinion Survey PowerPointJUSTIN STONER
The Visalia City Council reviewed the results of the 2014 Public Opinion Survey, given out in April by members of the Citizens Advisory Committee.
A total of 260 survey were taken, down from last year's total of 359. Overall the survey data has not changed dramatically year to year. Statistically, this year's sample size has a 95% confidence interval, meaning 95% of the time, the actual response from residents is within /- 6% of the survey's response.
The document summarizes key findings from the 2018 Metro Atlanta Speaks survey of over 5,400 residents in the Atlanta region. The three main points are:
1) Transportation remains the top concern, with 50% supporting expanded public transit and nearly half willing to pay higher taxes to fund it. Support for public transit is strongest in the City of Atlanta, DeKalb, and Fulton counties.
2) While the economy is seen as improving, over a quarter of respondents would struggle to pay an unexpected $400 expense. Those most likely to face financial difficulties live in the City of Atlanta, Clayton, and DeKalb counties.
3) Concern over crime increased in 2018 after dropping in
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2016 Dallas Citizens' Survey of City Operations during the tenure of A.C. Gonzalez. This report documents the increase of Dallas citizens' satisfaction over the previous decade. This survey was conducted by a third party vendor who conducts similar surveys throughout the country.
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This document analyzes data from the Metro Atlanta Speaks survey on the biggest problem facing residents in the metro Atlanta region in 2023 and previous years. The key findings are:
1) In 2023, crime was identified as the biggest problem by 26.5% of respondents, making it the top concern. Transportation and the economy were the second and third biggest problems.
2) Crime has consistently been one of the top concerns over previous survey years from 2014 to 2023, though its ranking and the percentage identifying it as the top problem has varied.
3) Perceptions of the biggest problem differ among demographic groups, with more Black respondents identifying crime and more white respondents identifying transportation as the top concern in
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1) "Crime" remained the top issue facing the region according to respondents, though "Economy" saw a large increase as the second most picked issue in 2023.
2) Less than half of respondents support paying higher taxes to fund expanded regional public transit.
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4) Majorities see climate change as a major global and regional threat over the next 10 years.
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What's Next ATL: Top 10 Challenges for Metro Atlanta (2018)Susan Chana
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The document discusses measuring livability, accessibility, and environmental justice through technical toolkits and indicators. It describes developing indicators using available data on topics like sidewalk coverage, bicycle infrastructure, vehicle ownership, and crashes. Charts show indicators for different community types. Limitations include outdated sidewalk data and a lack of bicycle facility implementation tracking. Feedback requested more indicators like transit access. The document outlines measuring environmental justice impacts by identifying low-income and minority populations and comparing transportation plan scenarios.
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Women are still more undecided than men on how to vote in the EU referendum and less certain that they will vote. Only 56% of women feel informed enough to make a decision on how to vote. While women are more interested in the EU debate than men, only 26% say the campaigns have helped them decide how to vote. 37% of women think both sides of the debate have been too dominated by men.
Evaluating the State of Mobility Management and Human Service Transportation ...UGPTI
In this presentation, SURTC researcher Jeremy Mattson described a project that developed and tested a method for evaluating efforts within a community to build transportation coordination infrastructure and improve community livability. For this study, two surveys were developed and conducted at multiple sites across the country. An end-user survey was distributed to transit users, and a stakeholder survey was sent to transportation providers, human service agencies, and other organizations. The results can be used to assess the effectiveness of mobility management and coordination programs in meeting the needs of transportation-disadvantaged populations and achieving the goals of improved efficiency, ease of access, and quality of service.
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Visalia Public Opinion Survey PowerPointJUSTIN STONER
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A_2016 City of Dallas Community Survey Findings_Combined_060116.pdfssuser119660
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33N MAS 2023 BiggestProblemQuestionSlidesARCResearch
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2) Crime has consistently been one of the top concerns over previous survey years from 2014 to 2023, though its ranking and the percentage identifying it as the top problem has varied.
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1) "Crime" remained the top issue facing the region according to respondents, though "Economy" saw a large increase as the second most picked issue in 2023.
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What's Next ATL: Top 10 Challenges for Metro Atlanta (2018)Susan Chana
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The document discusses measuring livability, accessibility, and environmental justice through technical toolkits and indicators. It describes developing indicators using available data on topics like sidewalk coverage, bicycle infrastructure, vehicle ownership, and crashes. Charts show indicators for different community types. Limitations include outdated sidewalk data and a lack of bicycle facility implementation tracking. Feedback requested more indicators like transit access. The document outlines measuring environmental justice impacts by identifying low-income and minority populations and comparing transportation plan scenarios.
The document summarizes key findings from a 2019 survey of metro Atlanta residents about perceptions of life and issues in the region. Some of the main topics covered include transportation remaining the top concern, strong support for expanding public transit but declining support for related tax increases, an economy seen as generally strong but with inequality issues, and neighborhood changes linked to declining housing affordability. Nearly half of respondents favored expanding public transit as the best long-term solution to traffic problems, though support varied by county.
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1. Metro Atlanta surpassed 3 million jobs for the first time in October 2022, with employment recovering strongly from pandemic lows in early 2020.
2. Registered Nurses remain the most in-demand occupation according to job postings data, though demand is growing fastest for lower-wage jobs in areas like freight, food service, and retail.
3. Inflation has risen faster in metro Atlanta than national averages over the past year, increasing just over 8%, partly due to high population growth driving up housing costs.
The document analyzes migration patterns of young adults aged 16-26 between 2000-2018 moving to and from the Atlanta metropolitan area. It finds that the largest share of in-migration to Atlanta comes from low-income Black movers, making up 78% of all young movers. The top origins for migration are New York City and Miami, while the top destination for out-migration from Atlanta is LaGrange, Georgia. Overall, Atlanta sees far more in-migration from populations of color compared to white populations, and has one of the lowest rates of in-migration from white young adults among peer cities.
Rental presentation - with annotation.pdfARCResearch
The document summarizes rental housing affordability trends in the Atlanta metro region. It finds that over the past 5 years, rent growth in Atlanta has been the second highest among major US metros behind only Miami. Rents in the Atlanta suburbs like Forsyth County have increased the most. There has also been a decrease in affordable rental units renting for under $1250 and an increase in units renting for over $1250 from 2014-2020. Higher rents are pushing more people to file for evictions, with filings on the rise since early 2022. Census tracts with more millennials and closer to downtown Atlanta tend to have higher rental costs.
According to the document:
- Atlanta's overall cost of living is slightly above the national average, with housing costs being 13% higher but utility costs 13.4% lower than average.
- To have equivalent purchasing power in Manhattan as $50,000 in Atlanta, one would need to earn over $120,000, while only $49,900 would be needed in Dallas.
- Atlanta's consumer price index has increased 54% since 2000, with medical and transportation costs rising the most.
The document summarizes population and economic trends in the 11-county Atlanta region from 2022. It finds that the region grew by over 64,000 people between 2021 and 2022 to a total population of over 5 million. Gwinnett County saw the largest numeric increase while Henry County had the highest percentage growth. The City of Atlanta rebounded from slower growth in 2020-2021. Housing demand remains high across the region although building permit activity has not returned to pre-Great Recession levels. Job growth in the Atlanta region was strong in 2022, outpacing national trends. Most new housing construction is occurring in the outer suburban and exurban counties.
This document discusses trends in the aging population in metro Atlanta and focuses on how older adults can age in their communities. It highlights the importance of planning, engagement, access, and connection for seniors as they age. Specifically, it notes that most older adults in Atlanta prefer to age in place, discusses programs to support volunteerism and labor force participation, and outlines modifications, technologies, and initiatives to combat social isolation.
Orchestrating the Future: Navigating Today's Data Workflow Challenges with Ai...Kaxil Naik
Navigating today's data landscape isn't just about managing workflows; it's about strategically propelling your business forward. Apache Airflow has stood out as the benchmark in this arena, driving data orchestration forward since its early days. As we dive into the complexities of our current data-rich environment, where the sheer volume of information and its timely, accurate processing are crucial for AI and ML applications, the role of Airflow has never been more critical.
In my journey as the Senior Engineering Director and a pivotal member of Apache Airflow's Project Management Committee (PMC), I've witnessed Airflow transform data handling, making agility and insight the norm in an ever-evolving digital space. At Astronomer, our collaboration with leading AI & ML teams worldwide has not only tested but also proven Airflow's mettle in delivering data reliably and efficiently—data that now powers not just insights but core business functions.
This session is a deep dive into the essence of Airflow's success. We'll trace its evolution from a budding project to the backbone of data orchestration it is today, constantly adapting to meet the next wave of data challenges, including those brought on by Generative AI. It's this forward-thinking adaptability that keeps Airflow at the forefront of innovation, ready for whatever comes next.
The ever-growing demands of AI and ML applications have ushered in an era where sophisticated data management isn't a luxury—it's a necessity. Airflow's innate flexibility and scalability are what makes it indispensable in managing the intricate workflows of today, especially those involving Large Language Models (LLMs).
This talk isn't just a rundown of Airflow's features; it's about harnessing these capabilities to turn your data workflows into a strategic asset. Together, we'll explore how Airflow remains at the cutting edge of data orchestration, ensuring your organization is not just keeping pace but setting the pace in a data-driven future.
Session in https://budapestdata.hu/2024/04/kaxil-naik-astronomer-io/ | https://dataml24.sessionize.com/session/667627
Introduction to Jio Cinema**:
- Brief overview of Jio Cinema as a streaming platform.
- Its significance in the Indian market.
- Introduction to retention and engagement strategies in the streaming industry.
2. **Understanding Retention and Engagement**:
- Define retention and engagement in the context of streaming platforms.
- Importance of retaining users in a competitive market.
- Key metrics used to measure retention and engagement.
3. **Jio Cinema's Content Strategy**:
- Analysis of the content library offered by Jio Cinema.
- Focus on exclusive content, originals, and partnerships.
- Catering to diverse audience preferences (regional, genre-specific, etc.).
- User-generated content and interactive features.
4. **Personalization and Recommendation Algorithms**:
- How Jio Cinema leverages user data for personalized recommendations.
- Algorithmic strategies for suggesting content based on user preferences, viewing history, and behavior.
- Dynamic content curation to keep users engaged.
5. **User Experience and Interface Design**:
- Evaluation of Jio Cinema's user interface (UI) and user experience (UX).
- Accessibility features and device compatibility.
- Seamless navigation and search functionality.
- Integration with other Jio services.
6. **Community Building and Social Features**:
- Strategies for fostering a sense of community among users.
- User reviews, ratings, and comments.
- Social sharing and engagement features.
- Interactive events and campaigns.
7. **Retention through Loyalty Programs and Incentives**:
- Overview of loyalty programs and rewards offered by Jio Cinema.
- Subscription plans and benefits.
- Promotional offers, discounts, and partnerships.
- Gamification elements to encourage continued usage.
8. **Customer Support and Feedback Mechanisms**:
- Analysis of Jio Cinema's customer support infrastructure.
- Channels for user feedback and suggestions.
- Handling of user complaints and queries.
- Continuous improvement based on user feedback.
9. **Multichannel Engagement Strategies**:
- Utilization of multiple channels for user engagement (email, push notifications, SMS, etc.).
- Targeted marketing campaigns and promotions.
- Cross-promotion with other Jio services and partnerships.
- Integration with social media platforms.
10. **Data Analytics and Iterative Improvement**:
- Role of data analytics in understanding user behavior and preferences.
- A/B testing and experimentation to optimize engagement strategies.
- Iterative improvement based on data-driven insights.
Build applications with generative AI on Google CloudMárton Kodok
We will explore Vertex AI - Model Garden powered experiences, we are going to learn more about the integration of these generative AI APIs. We are going to see in action what the Gemini family of generative models are for developers to build and deploy AI-driven applications. Vertex AI includes a suite of foundation models, these are referred to as the PaLM and Gemini family of generative ai models, and they come in different versions. We are going to cover how to use via API to: - execute prompts in text and chat - cover multimodal use cases with image prompts. - finetune and distill to improve knowledge domains - run function calls with foundation models to optimize them for specific tasks. At the end of the session, developers will understand how to innovate with generative AI and develop apps using the generative ai industry trends.
We are pleased to share with you the latest VCOSA statistical report on the cotton and yarn industry for the month of March 2024.
Starting from January 2024, the full weekly and monthly reports will only be available for free to VCOSA members. To access the complete weekly report with figures, charts, and detailed analysis of the cotton fiber market in the past week, interested parties are kindly requested to contact VCOSA to subscribe to the newsletter.
Open Source Contributions to Postgres: The Basics POSETTE 2024ElizabethGarrettChri
Postgres is the most advanced open-source database in the world and it's supported by a community, not a single company. So how does this work? How does code actually get into Postgres? I recently had a patch submitted and committed and I want to share what I learned in that process. I’ll give you an overview of Postgres versions and how the underlying project codebase functions. I’ll also show you the process for submitting a patch and getting that tested and committed.
1. 2016 SHORT Summary of
Regional and County Topline Results
with Comparisons between Years
where applicable/ available
October, 2016
2. The Metro Atlanta Speaks (MAS) public opinion survey is in its fourth year.
The 2016 MAS was conducted by A.L. Burruss Institute of Public Service and Research at Kennesaw State
University (KSU). The 2016 survey asked 27 questions of 5,416 residents in a 13-county area, with
results significant down to the county-level, as well as for the City of Atlanta. The 2015 MAS, also done
by KSU, asked 26 questions of 5,200 residents in a 13-county area, with results also significant down to
the county-level. The 2014 MAS was conducted by The Schapiro Group, and asked 25 questions of 4,200
residents in a 10-county area, and was (as well) significant down to the county-level. The first survey—
2013--- was also conducted by KSU, and asked 21 questions of 2,100 voting-age residents. The 2013 MAS
was significant only at the regional (10-county level).
The goal in all years was gather opinions on how the 10 (or 13)-county Atlanta region rates in terms of
key quality-of-life issues like transportation, education, the economy, the arts and aging in the Atlanta
region. In 2014, the survey added questions on water, job training, starting a business, healthcare, and
parks. In 2015, the survey added questions on civic involvement and engagement. In 2016, questions
were added on financial resiliency, food insecurity, and challenges faced in accessing transportation.
While each year’s survey provides a point-in-time understanding of how residents perceive the quality-
of-life in metro Atlanta, the true value of the effort is understanding how perceptions do or don’t
change over time. ARC will seek to, with its community partners, continue this survey annually to build
that “longitudinal” database.
This summary focus on regional results and topline county data. Regional survey margin of error for the
2016 instrument is +_ 1.3% percentage points (from 1.7% in 2015 and 2.1% in 2014) at the 95 percent
confidence level. County significance ranges from +- 4 to _+-7%. Data to come will detail county-level
results by demographics.
Metro Atlanta Speaks-Background
6. DK, 3.2%
Strongly Agree, 10.5%
Agree, 18.9%
Disagree, 37.0%
Strongly Disagree,
30.4%
0.0%
10.0%
20.0%
30.0%
40.0%
50.0%
60.0%
70.0%
80.0%
90.0%
100.0%
MAS 2016: "I Frequently Lack Transportation to Get to Places I Need to
Go..."
9. 0.0% 10.0% 20.0% 30.0% 40.0% 50.0% 60.0% 70.0% 80.0% 90.0% 100.0%
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Paulding
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Douglas
Rockdal
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Cobb
Henry
Fulton
Clayton
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City of
Atlanta
ARC
Region
59.9%
62.6%
62.9%
63.0%
65.3%
65.4%
65.5%
66.3%
73.8%
75.1%
78.3%
80.2%
83.6%
84.6%
73.5%
28.5%
21.4%
28.6%
31.0%
18.5%
25.1%
21.3%
20.2%
18.7%
17.2%
16.5%
15.8%
13.9%
13.0%
18.7%
10.6%
13.7%
7.0%
5.3%
12.8%
7.5%
12.8%
12.5%
5.7%
6.0%
4.5%
3.5%
1.9%
2.0%
6.7%
Importance of Public Transit to the Region: MAS 2016
Very Important Somewhat Important Not Important At All DK
86. 0.0% 20.0% 40.0% 60.0% 80.0% 100.0% 120.0%
Clayton
DeKalb
City of Atlanta
Henry
Gwinnett
Paulding
Fulton
Rockdale
Douglas
Cherokee
Cobb
Coweta
Fayette
Butts
ARC Region
21.5%
25.6%
25.6%
10.7%
16.8%
12.2%
17.1%
11.3%
8.2%
12.5%
16.0%
5.2%
7.0%
3.9%
16.8%
43.5%
44.1%
46.1%
48.9%
51.5%
52.4%
54.5%
54.8%
57.9%
59.4%
60.3%
71.3%
74.0%
85.0%
53.7%
34.0%
29.8%
27.4%
38.2%
30.8%
35.4%
27.6%
33.8%
32.4%
27.6%
22.4%
22.7%
19.0%
11.2%
28.5%
If You Could, Would Move?, and Where?: MAS 2016
Different Neighborhood in Atlanta Stay Where They Are Move Away from Metro Atlanta DK