In Medway City, there are a number of challenges related to transportation. Most of these issues revolve around improving connectivity and safety for residents. While Medway's population is increasing, it is also experiencing some negative commuter flows. The city loses nearly three thousand people a day because they are traveling to and from work. In order to combat this problem, it is important to increase jobs in the area. This will increase the city's tax base and support commercial and residential use.
In the meantime, residents in Medway have a chance to provide their perspective on the town's future. They can weigh in on the draft vision statement and four Core Themes. Most of the participants agree on the need to increase development and diversity, but many others prefer to preserve the rural nature of the city. Several participants see conservation and the promotion of the arts as benefits for the community.
The population of Medway City is 3,542 and includes 1,680 households. The median home value is $81,464 and the average household size is 2.30. The city has an ordinance to protect the city's natural resources, clean drinking water, local food production, scenic beauty, and carbon absorption.
The city's population is predominantly white. Only a few residents are black or Hispanic. Nevertheless, the city is home to a growing minority of residents. The median income in Medway is $42,115, while the average household income is $48,659. The city has a high school graduation rate of 72%.