Paris, Texas Seeks Resident Input Through Community Survey

City officials aim to use survey data to guide strategic planning and resource allocation.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The City of Paris, Texas is participating in the National Community Survey to gather resident feedback on government services, quality of life, and community priorities. The online survey is available through March 20, and the results will be used to inform the city's 2025-2030 Strategic Plan.

Why it matters

By soliciting broad community input, Paris officials hope to better align the city's goals and initiatives with the top concerns and priorities of its residents. The survey data will provide valuable insights to guide decision-making and resource allocation.

The details

The National Community Survey was developed by the National Research Center at Polco to capture resident opinions on the local economy, transportation, community design, utilities, safety, environment, inclusivity, civic engagement, and other elements of livability. Paris will be able to benchmark its performance against other communities nationwide based on the survey results.

  • The online survey is available at www.ParisTexas.gov/survey through March 20, 2026.
  • Paris officials plan to incorporate the survey data into the city's 2025-2030 Strategic Plan.

The players

Rose Beverly

City Manager of Paris, Texas.

Mihir Pankaj

Mayor of Paris, Texas.

Polco

The National Research Center that developed the National Community Survey.

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What they’re saying

“This survey will aid the city council and staff's decision-making process in determining how best to use the available resources.”

— Rose Beverly, City Manager (myparistexas.com)

“We strongly encourage all residents to take the survey. The more people who participate, the better data we will have to improve planning. This is a chance for everyone in the community to share insight and help shape the future of Paris.”

— Mihir Pankaj, Mayor (myparistexas.com)

What’s next

Paris officials will review the survey results and incorporate the data into the city's 2025-2030 Strategic Plan to guide future initiatives and resource allocation.

The takeaway

By proactively seeking broad community input, the City of Paris is demonstrating a commitment to data-driven decision-making and aligning its priorities with the needs and concerns of local residents.