This questionnaire will take 10 minutes to complete.
Please estimate how much of a problem you think each of the following issues will be in your community in the next 5 to 10 years.
| Not a Problem | Slight Problem | Major Problem | Don't Know | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Landfills | ||||
| Air pollution | ||||
| Water pollution | ||||
| Traffic congestion | ||||
| Sewage treatment plant discharge | ||||
| Salt water contamination of wells | ||||
| Seepage from septic tanks | ||||
| Water sediment run-off (from construction sites, agricultural land, etc.) | ||||
| Ground water contamination | ||||
| Need for recycling programs | ||||
| Quality of recycling programs | ||||
| Hazardous waste disposal | ||||
| Solid waste disposal | ||||
| Litter | ||||
| Unsightly vacant lots | ||||
| Smells, noise or dust from livestock enterprises | ||||
| Smells from non-agricultural businesses | ||||
| Excessive noxious weed growth | ||||
| Excessive plant growth | ||||
| Animal and pest control | ||||
| Stray animals | ||||
| Other (Please specify): |
How would you rate the following environmental conditions in your community?
| Excellent | Good | Average | Poor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air quality | ||||
| Control of air pollution | ||||
| Water quality and the control of water pollution | ||||
| Drinking water quality | ||||
| Quality of lakes and ponds | ||||
| Cleanliness of the community |
Do you believe that the following environmental conditions have improved, declined or remained the same in our community during the past 5 years?
| Excellent | Good | Average | Poor | Don't Know | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air quality | |||||
| Drinking water quality | |||||
| Quality of streams, lakes, and ponds | |||||
| Recreational quality | |||||
| Beauty of landscape | |||||
| Traffic |
Who do you think should be primarily responsible for protecting the quality of the environment in our community? (Select one response.)
Federal governmentWhat kind of sewage disposal system do you have?
Regional or community sewer systemWhen was your sewage system installed?
Less than ten years agoHow often do you have your tank or cesspool pumped?
Once a yearHave you experienced any of the following problems with your system? (Select all that apply.)
Sewage back-up into your houseDo you have any of the following problems in your area? (Select all that apply.)
Basement floodingWhat kind of drinking water supply do you have? (Select all that apply.)
Shallow well (20 feet or less) and pump on siteDo you have any of the following problems with your water supply? (Select all that apply.)
OdorShould a solid waste disposal facility be located in our County?
YesShould we work with neighboring counties in siting a solid waste facility?
YesShould a hazardous waste collection program be established in the County?
YesShould a composting facility be sited in the County?
YesShould recycling boxes be made available for rural residents?
YesWould you participate in a recycling program?
YesHow many standard size trash bags does your household dispose of per week?
To the best of your knowledge, what percent of your trash is paper, plastic, or aluminum?
To the best of your knowledge, what percent of your trash is food waste?
Would you favor including public service in addition to a fine for littering?
YesShould municipal and/or county government be more active in the clean-up of abandoned commercial and residential buildings?
YesDo you believe that vehicle traffic in or downtown creates an uncomfortable and unsafe environment?
YesWould you encourage and cooperate in an annual community-wide clean-up?
YesAre you willing to volunteer a few hours per month helping at the school, park system or city government with clean-up efforts?
YesAre you in favor of using more tax funds for clean-up efforts?
Yes