Comprehensive Community Questionnaire

Identify your community's concerns and needs with this questionnaire. This information can be used in your comprehensive plan.




Please identify your level of satisfaction with community services in [TownName].

Very Satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Very Dissatisfied Don't Know
Fire protection
Law enforcement
Condition of streets
Condition of sidewalks
Ambulance services
Sewer quality and service
Drinking water quality and service
Public library
Availability of higher education
Leadership of the city provided by the city council and mayor
Responsiveness of city employees
Services for senior citizens

Please identify your level of satisfaction with the following services in [TownName].

Very Satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Very Dissatisfied Don't Know
Natural Gas
Electricity
Cable TV
Telephone
Internet Provider

We would like your opinion about parks, recreation, and entertainment-related services, facilities, and opportunities available in [TownName].

Very Satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Very Dissatisfied Don't Know
Park maintenance
Recreational facilities at parks
Recreation programs for youth
Recreational programs for adults
Adult entertainment opportunities
Youth entertainment opportunities

Would you use a hiking/biking trail located within or near [TownName]?

Yes
No

What type of park and recreation services and facilities would you like to see in [TownName]?

Here are some statements about [TownName]. Please indicate how you feel about each statement by clicking on the circle that matches your opinion.

Strongly agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know
I am satisfied with things as they are
The future of [TownName] looks bright
[TownName] is good enough the way it is without starting any new community improvement programs
Citizens of [TownName] have a positive attitude toward attracting new business and industry

What type of new retail or service business would you like to see in [TownName]?

Which of the following were important reasons to you for originally locating or acquiring property in the [TownName] area?

Very Important Important Somewhat Important Not Important
I have lived here all my life
Near employment
Reasonable cost of living
Quality of schools
Low crime rate
Uncongested rural area
Recreational opportunities
Open spaces, hills and woods
Lower taxes
To be near family
Affordable housing
Attractive community culture

Are there any other reasons not listed above that influenced your decision to live in [TownName]?

Please identify your level of satisfaction with the availability, quality, and appearance of housing in [TownName]?

Very Satisfied Satisfied Dissatisfied Very Dissatisfied Don't Know
Overall appearance of housing in [TownName]
Appearance of housing in your neighborhood
Quality of elderly public housing
Availability of elderly public housing
Quality of affordable housing for purchase
Availability of affordable housing for purchase
Quality of affordable rental housing
Availability of affordable rental housing
Quality of low income housing
Availability of low income housing
Assisted living and long term care

Will you be looking for a different house to rent or purchase in [TownName] within the next year.

Yes
No

To what extent do you consider each of the following to be a problem in [TownName]?

Not a Problem A Slight Problem A Moderate Problem A Serious Problem Don't Know
Litter around the city
Appearance and condition of housing
Appearance of entrances to the city
Appearance of the downtown
Appearance of public property
Dogs running loose and/or barking at night
Need for recycling programs
Lack of employment opportunities
Lack of residents getting involved in community and school organizations
Youth leaving the area because they can't find a job
Lack of activities for teenagers during evenings and weekends

What priority should be given to the following issues for [TownName]?

High Priority Medium Priority Low Priority Don't Know
Building a hiking/biking trail
Improving [TownName] Community Park
Bringing in additional retail businesses
Improving the quality of drinking water
Improving the condition of streets
Repairing and building sidewalks
Increasing recreational programs and services
Encouraging new residential growth
Increasing the availability of affordable housing
Building special housing for older adults
Developing a recycling program
Developing a high school football program
Providing public transportation
Developing a youth activity center
Improving basic public services (public safety, sanitation, etc.)

Do you have any ideas for new community clubs, activities, or service organizations?

What is your age?

How many people currently live in your household including yourself?

How many children under 18 years of age live in your home?

How long have you been a resident of [TownName]?

How would you rate the overall quality of life in [CountyName]?

Excellent
Good
Average
Fair
Poor

Where do you work?

In [TownName] or very close vicinity (within 2 miles)
Within 2 - 10 miles of [TownName]
Within 11 -25 miles of [TownName]
Greater than 25 miles from [TownName]
Retired or not employed
Other (Please specify):

What are the three (3) most important places in Crystal Lake to you? (Parks, school, place of work, favorite restaurant, etc.)