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1. What is your relationship to Fort Mill? Select all that apply.

I live in Fort Mill
I work in Fort Mill
I own property in Fort Mill
I own a business in Fort Mill
I visit/spend time in Fort Mill
None of the above
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2. How do you currently use trails or multi-use paths in Fort Mill? Select all that apply.

For health and exercise or recreation
Walk and/or bike to work and/or school
Run errands and/or reach essential services
Make transit connections
I do not use multi-use paths and trails.
I am not aware of any trails or multi-use paths in Fort Mill
Other (please specify)
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3. How frequently do you use trails or multi-use paths in Fort Mill?

Daily
A few times a week
A few times a month
A few times a year
Never
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4. Have your trail habits changed during the COVID-19 pandemic?

I use trails more than I did before the pandemic.
I use trails about the same amount as I did before the pandemic.
I use trails less than I did before the pandemic.
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5. What is your primary mode of transportation for commuting to work and/or school?

Walking
Bicycling
Transit
Car (Drive Alone)
Carpool
Work from Home
Other (please specify)
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6. Now consider your desired commute in the future. Which modes would you like to use? Select all that apply.

Walking
Bicycling
Transit
Car (Drive Alone)
Carpool
Work from Home
Other (please specify)
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7. What factors discourage you from using trails or multi-use paths in Fort Mill? Select all that apply.

Lack of safe biking and walking connections to and from existing trails and multi-use paths
Poor maintenance conditions of existing trails and multi-use paths
Unsafe street crossings
Motor vehicle traffic
Lack of signage and wayfinding
Lack of parking at trailheads
Lack of nearby destinations
Personal safety concerns
Lack of interest
Lack of trails connecting points of interest to me
Other (please specify)
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8. Rank which infrastructure or program improvements would encourage you to use trails and multi-use paths more frequently in Fort Mill? Please rank your top 5 from 1 (most important) to 5 (least important).

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9. Which factors of Fort Mill's trail network are most important to you? Select all that apply.

Transportation
Health / Exercise / Recreation
Access to Parks / Nature
Environmental Protection
Economic Development / Tourism
Connections to other multi-use paths and trails in York County
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10. What amenities are most important to you for trails and multi-use paths? Please rank your top 5 from 1 (most important) to 5 (least important).

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11. Multi-use paths and trails can be constructed using several different materials. Please select your preferred facilities below. Photos with brief descriptions are provided to the right. Select all that apply.

Natural surface trail
Unpaved multi-use path (compacted crushed stone)
Equestrian trail
Paved multi-use path (concrete or asphalt)
Shared-use boardwalks
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12. Trail networks are often funded through bonds. Bonds are debt issued by local governments that are often used to finance large capital projects. If the opportunity presents itself, would you pay additional taxes to support a bond to expand the development of Fort Mill's trail network?

Yes
No
Maybe / Not Sure
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13. Please provide any additional comments/feedback on Fort Mill's trail network.

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14. If you would like to stay informed on the development of the Town of Fort Mill Trail Master Plan, please provide your email below.

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15. How did you hear about the survey? Please select all that apply.

Town Website
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
Email
Newspaper
Word of Mouth (from friends, family, co-workers)
Other (please specify)
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PLAN OVERVIEW

The Trail Master Plan will identify infrastructure, program, and policy recommendations that will establish Fort Mill as a trail-friendly community. The Trail Master Plan will expand on the existing network of trails and multi-use paths to connect with existing and planned parks, key destinations, schools, and neighborhoods throughout the community.

Please check the Town's website for upcoming information on the Public Workshop for this project.

The project schedule is displayed below. Click to enlarge the image. 

PLAN SCHEDULE

TRAIL NETWORK FACILITIES

Trail types are provided below with corresponding photos and descriptions. 

NATURAL SURFACE TRAIL: Natural surface trails are unpaved trails constructed of compacted native soil. These types of trails are cost effective and most suitable for hiking and mountain biking.

UNPAVED MULTI-USE PATH:  Unpaved multi-use paths are constructed of compacted crushed stone. This trail type is a durable and affordable means of providing a natural surface for trail construction. Unpaved multi-use paths can accommodate most trail users (walkers, runners, bicyclists, wheelchair users, etc.) if crushed and compacted properly.

 

EQUESTRIAN TRAIL: Equestrian trails can be built using various materials such as clay, natural surface, or wood chips. Trails made of wood chips blend in with the natural environment and can also be placed adjacent to multi-use paths constructed of hard surfaces like asphalt or concrete. The Anne Springs Close Greenway offers several equestrian trails. 

 

PAVED MULTI-USE PATHS: Paved trail surfaces such as asphalt or concrete offer greater accessibility to accommodate users of all ages and abilities. Asphalt pavement tends to be the most popular and cost effective for paved trails. Concrete pavement is more durable, but costs more than asphalt pavement. This facility is typically 10-feet wide. 

 

SHARED-USE BOARDWALKS: Boardwalks are most often used as a trail surface for segments through wetlands, as it reduces the impact on fragile ecosystems less than other surface types. Boardwalks are constructed of wood or cast-in-place concrete and can accommodate users of all ages and abilities.