Abstract

This project will survey around 800 residents of Endicott, New York, to analyze their perspective on the redevelopment plans and construction of a new lithium-ion battery factory in the Southern Tier of New York. The survey will be conducted online and distributed by postcard. It will focus on the impact of the battery factory on the local environment, economy, and quality of life for residents. The questions will address community concerns, public knowledge, personal expectations, and the general opinion of the redevelopment project and battery factory. The results of this survey can inform residents, project stakeholders, and government officials about the public opinion and impact of the battery factory on the region. It can also guide future community involvement in redevelopment projects and highlight areas of concern.  This survey will be conducted by a collaborative of student and faculty researchers to examine information for future reports on community revitalization and redevelopment and community representation in these projects and provide a basis for future research.