Elm Street community survey : an honors thesis (HONRS 499)

Abstract

During the Spring and Summer of 2003 a survey was conducted of residents on Elm Street in the Old McKinley Neighborhood, North of Wysor Street and South of the White River. The purpose of the survey was to find the self-reported needs and assets of this community. The composition of this neighborhood is primarily Caucasian and 70% of households make under $30,000 per year. The community reported many assets such as the value of education and the role of religion as well as the availability of public transportation and expressed desire to see change come to the community. Respondents expressed a desire to reduce crime, restore the physical conditions of the neighborhood, build relationships with neighbors, and provide meaningful activities for children.