2026 National Community Survey Launches with Random Household Invitations
The City of Rochester has launched the first phase of the 2026 National Community Survey (NCS), with approximately 4,500 randomly selected households receiving mailed invitations to participate.
The survey asks residents to rate quality of life in Rochester and the performance of City services. Results help identify strengths, highlight opportunities for improvement and guide City decisions over time.
The survey will be conducted in two phases:
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Beginning July 13, approximately 4,500 randomly selected households will receive postcards inviting them to participate in the National Community Survey.
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From Aug. 17 through Sept. 7, the survey will be open to all Rochester residents. Residents can participate in the National Community Survey online during that time to participate.
"We rely on community feedback to guide our work," said City of Rochester Management Analyst Jessica Schuler. "Your voice matters. When residents take the time to participate, it gives us meaningful insights that help us make data-informed decisions and improve services across the City."
Responses are confidential and reported only in summary form. The City reviews results across demographic groups to better understand community trends, but individual responses are not shared publicly.
Survey findings will be presented during the Nov. 9, 2026, City Council study session and published online shortly afterward.
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