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Appendix 1
APPENDIX 1 – COMMUNITY For the question, “What do you think would
make Greater Hilton a more appealing place
ENGAGEMENT SURVEY RESULTS to live,” respondents were allotted 3 selections,
resulting in the following rankings:
The survey results listed in this section summarize
responses from the 509 total responses received.
1. A
beautification and landscaping initiative
The results of the survey corroborate the “PARK”
for the Warwick Boulevard corridor, Main
analysis feedback (see Appendix 2). Over 300
Street, and Center Avenue (52%)
respondents answered open-ended questions,
2. Multi-use paths and crosswalks that
expressing views that characterized Greater
connect to other neighborhoods and
Hilton as special because of the charming
amenities (48%)
people, walkable neighborhoods, timeless
3. Additional parks and open space (36%)
character and strong sense of community, as
4. An art district (with tax incentives) (33%)
well as for the various housing types, small
5. Additional recreational facilities and
businesses, the James River, and parks.
programs for all ages and abilities (32%)
6. Improved lighting and signage (24%)
Over 66% of survey respondents were residents
7. Public art (11%)
of the Greater Hilton plan area. Over one-third
of respondents indicated they visit frequently
Under the “Other” category for this question,
to shop or for recreational or entertainment
an additional 39 suggestions were received
purposes. A wide age range was represented,
expressing the desire for more restaurants and
from under 17 to over 75, with the majority
renovated businesses; stormwater infrastructure
of respondents falling in the 35 – 64 age
and sidewalk improvements; undergrounding
range. Over 66% were female, 27% male, 0.5%
of utility lines; well-maintained homes and
transgender, and 5% preferred not to answer.
landscaping; and fewer gas stations and
Over 80% of respondents were homeowners and
convenience stores.
8% were renters, with the remainder
living outside the plan area boundary.
Respondents expressed a desire for the vacant
storefronts to be filled with a coffee shops
For the question, “What attracted you to live in the
(36%, restaurants (33%), specialty grocery stores,
Greater Hilton area,” respondents were allotted 3
(26%), or maker spaces (16%). There was also
selections, resulting in the following rankings:
support for another community garden (16%).
1. I love the character, walkability, and
In terms of a vision for the future, 39% of
proximity to services and amenities (65%)
respondents indicated that Greater Hilton’s
2. I like the school offerings (public and
distinct identity known for its history, art, and
private) (23%)
cultural amenities was most important. Over
3. My family and friends live in the area (21%)
24% indicated “a community dedicated to
4. I like living in a historic district (20%)
equity, diversity, and inclusion.” Nearly 15%
5. It is close to my place of employment (17%)
selected, “curb appeal and various price points
6. I grew up in the area (13%)
of housing stock,” as being most important.
7. It is affordable (12%)
Additional statements identified Greater Hilton
8. I am a member of a nearby church (9%)
as: a destination for small businesses to thrive
9. I am a business owner in the area (3%)
(6%); having numerous entertainment and
recreational amenities (6%); and having
easily accessible services and amenities (5%).
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