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CITY OF RICHLAND LAUNCHES 2026 NATIONAL COMMUNITY SURVEY - 07/15/26

The City of Richland is launching its 2026 National Community Survey and is asking residents to share their perspectives on the community, City services and priorities for the future.

 

Beginning this month, randomly selected Richland households will receive a postcard in the mail inviting them to participate in the survey. Residents who receive an invitation are encouraged to follow the instructions provided and complete the survey.

 

The City conducts the National Community Survey every two years, with previous surveys completed in 2022 and 2024. The 2026 survey will allow the City to continue tracking trends over time and better understand residents’ perceptions of Richland’s quality of life and City services.

 

“Community feedback is an important part of how we evaluate our services and plan for the future,” said City Manager Jon Amundson. “By conducting this survey every two years, we can better understand where we are doing well, where residents see opportunities for improvement and how community priorities may be changing over time.”

 

The National Community Survey was developed by the National Research Center at Polco and is designed specifically for local governments. The survey gathers resident feedback on topics including the economy, mobility, community design, utilities, safety, the natural environment, parks and recreation, health and wellness, education, arts and culture, and community engagement. Results also allow Richland to compare its performance with communities across the country.

 

The initial survey uses a random sample of households to provide statistically reliable and representative feedback from the community. Residents who receive a postcard are strongly encouraged to participate.

 

Residents who are not selected for the initial survey will also have an opportunity to provide feedback. A community-wide online survey will open to all Richland residents later this summer.

 

“We want residents to know that if a survey invitation arrives in their mailbox, their participation is important,” Amundson said. “And if you are not selected for the initial survey, there will still be an opportunity for you to share your voice when the community-wide survey opens.”

 

Survey results will be compiled and shared with the community following completion of the process. The City will use the findings to help evaluate services, identify community priorities, and inform future planning and decision-making.

 

Additional information about the 2026 National Community Survey, including details about the community-wide survey when it becomes available, will be posted at richlandwa.gov/CommunitySurvey.

CITY OF RICHLAND LAUNCHES 2026 NATIONAL COMMUNITY SURVEY - 07/15/26

The City of Richland is launching its 2026 National Community Survey and is asking residents to share their perspectives on the community, City services and priorities for the future.

 

Beginning this month, randomly selected Richland households will receive a postcard in the mail inviting them to participate in the survey. Residents who receive an invitation are encouraged to follow the instructions provided and complete the survey.

 

The City conducts the National Community Survey every two years, with previous surveys completed in 2022 and 2024. The 2026 survey will allow the City to continue tracking trends over time and better understand residents’ perceptions of Richland’s quality of life and City services.

 

“Community feedback is an important part of how we evaluate our services and plan for the future,” said City Manager Jon Amundson. “By conducting this survey every two years, we can better understand where we are doing well, where residents see opportunities for improvement and how community priorities may be changing over time.”

 

The National Community Survey was developed by the National Research Center at Polco and is designed specifically for local governments. The survey gathers resident feedback on topics including the economy, mobility, community design, utilities, safety, the natural environment, parks and recreation, health and wellness, education, arts and culture, and community engagement. Results also allow Richland to compare its performance with communities across the country.

 

The initial survey uses a random sample of households to provide statistically reliable and representative feedback from the community. Residents who receive a postcard are strongly encouraged to participate.

 

Residents who are not selected for the initial survey will also have an opportunity to provide feedback. A community-wide online survey will open to all Richland residents later this summer.

 

“We want residents to know that if a survey invitation arrives in their mailbox, their participation is important,” Amundson said. “And if you are not selected for the initial survey, there will still be an opportunity for you to share your voice when the community-wide survey opens.”

 

Survey results will be compiled and shared with the community following completion of the process. The City will use the findings to help evaluate services, identify community priorities, and inform future planning and decision-making.

 

Additional information about the 2026 National Community Survey, including details about the community-wide survey when it becomes available, will be posted at richlandwa.gov/CommunitySurvey.