I originally wanted to post all of this on Twitter. While I was filling it out, however, I realized that my responses would have taken numerous tweets to reproduce, which some folks (myself included) can find annoying. So I decided to just post it all here…
Anyway, here are my responses to the survey:
What do you like about the Chattanooga region?
- Relative affordability.
- Appealing topography.
- A predominantly optimistic and youthful attitude.
- Legitimate potential.
- All of my stuff is here.
Imagine the best possible Chattanooga region. Describe it.
- An unflinching, region-wide dedication to honesty and transparency.
- Fewer excuses.
- Fewer boards and non-profits.
- Less talk, more rock.
- Thicker skins.
What challenges must be addressed?
- Lower-income folks must be inspired to succeed.
- Crime must be reduced and morals emphasized.
- Local government must be scaled back in terms of size, spending, and reach.
- Reward and praise should be the result of talent, good ideas, determination, and hard work — not identity, fear, blackmail, overblown hype, or other questionable items.
What actions, big or small, can you take to help?
- I will work hard to provide for my family and raise my kids to be honest, respectful people.
- I will pay attention.
- I will help others.
- I will cause trouble.
- I will pray for our city.
Feel free to comment.
Posted by billcolrus 
Posted by billcolrus 