Update: The survey below is available for ten days online.
1. How satisfied are you in Springfield with regard to the following?
5: very satisfied
4: somewhat satisfied
3: neutral
2: somewhat dissatisfied
1: very dissatisfied
A. Quality of public safety services (police, fire, paramedic)
B. Flow of traffic
C. Access to arts and cultural activities
D. Public transportation (bus/rail)
E. Transportation services for elderly and disabled
F. Access to financial services
G. Social services for families that need them
H. Availability of quality food (fresh fruits and vegetables)
I. Redevelopment/revitalization of urban core communities
J. Management of suburban growth and development
2. Which three of the items above (A through J) do you think should receive the most emphasis from community leaders over the next three years? (Others?)
3. How do the items below influence your perception of living in Springfield?
5: very positive
4: somewhat positive
3: neutral
2: somewhat negative
1: very negative
A. Quality of public schools
B. Quality of post-secondary education (colleges, universities, vocational)
C. Quality of governmental services
D. Availability of quality jobs
E. Availability of affordable housing
F. Racial and ethnic harmony
G. Availability of arts and cultural amenities
H. How much the city values education and retains talent
4. Which three of the reasons above (A through H) do you think will have the most impact on your decision to stay in Springfield for the next decade? (Others?)
5. Rate Springfield with regard to the following:
5: very satisfied
4: somewhat satisfied
3: neutral
2: somewhat dissatisfied
1: very dissatisfiedA. The city as a place to raise children
B. The city as a place to live
C. The city as a place to work
D. Overall image of the city
E. Overall quality of life in the city
F. How well the city is planning for the future
G. How well the city works together
6. Rate how safe you feel in the following situations:
5: very safe
4: safe
3: neutral
2: unsafe
1: very unsafeA. In your neighborhood during the day
B. In your neighborhood at night
C. Overall in the city of Springfield
D. Overall in the region
7. What is your opinion of the overall quality of life in Springfield?
8. Do you rent or own your home?
9. Do you expect to be living in Springfield in a year?
10. Do you expect to be living in Springfield in five years?
