The BWNA survey completed in late October last year revealed neighbors mostly love Beaumont-Wilshire and are enthusiastic about a vibrant commercial district and community engagement opportunities, yet have concerns about traffic-related safety. The responses by the 126 community members who participated (their ages and years in B-W are summarized below) will serve to inform the BWNA board of directors and neighborhood association committees on how to spend their financial and volunteer human resources in the coming year.
So just what did our respondents have to say? Here are some highlights. They…
- Love pretty much everything about the neighborhood.
- Are concerned about pedestrian safety, speeding, and traffic and associated congestion. Neighbors suggested more traffic calming devices, safer pedestrian crossings, and improved traffic patterns.
- Appreciate the existing BWNA-sponsored community events and are interested in adding more events.
- Would like to see BWNA volunteer efforts and funds focused on beautification, graffiti clean-up, and interest-specific events.
- Enjoy reading News Bits, Upcoming Events, and news about local businesses.
- Are excited by the business growth occurring in Beaumont Village, namely a coming food-cart pod, new shops, and existing businesses rebounding post-Covid.
- Would like to see more articles about businesses, transportation, and land-use. (We are seeking a volunteer land-use reporter/writer. Email Editor@BWNApdx.org if you’re interested.)
- Chose the BWNA newsletter as the source of most of their news about the neighborhood, up over 20 points from our 2022 survey.
A heart-felt “thank you” from the BWNA board and this editor to the B-W folks who took the time to take our inarguably long survey. Your voices have been heard!
Some Folks Said…
What’s gotten WORSE in B-W?
“The turning restrictions at Fremont and Alameda have driven way more traffic down my street.”
“Speeding on Fremont Street, lack of yellow paint around ADA crossings. Need more safe crossings.”
“The traffic change at Alameda and Fremont; people disregard barriers.”
What’s gotten BETTER in B-W?
“Continued pothole repairs and neighborhood greenways.”
“Wilshire Park improvements/upkeep.”
“Tacovore intersection improvements!”
“Slowing of traffic and added crosswalks on NE Fremont!”
“Businesses, for the most part, have continued to thrive, even through Covid; it’s a testimony to our local neighborhood.”