Last fall the City distributed a Community Survey that was included in the Annual Report edition of City Focus. The survey project’s intent was to 1) gauge citizen satisfaction with specific City services and programs; 2) provide an opportunity to comment on other services available to the community; and 3) offer a vehicle to reinforce the relationship between the City organization and the citizens it serves. 

We received nearly 800 responses to the in-depth survey that focused on specific City services and programs. Thank you for taking the time to let us know what you think! 

The survey, along with the attached analysis, provides the City with a substantial amount of valuable information and insights. This survey identified and asked questions about specific issues. The survey was divided into four areas: 1) Housing in Monterey; 2) Stormwater Management; 3) Emergency Preparedness; and 4) July 4^th Activities. 

Click here to review a comprehensive summary. Or review the brief outline below.

Here’s what we learned ...

• Housing in Monterey: Citizens are generally supportive of pursuing the development of affordable housing (77%), but are divided on the issue of investing resources in housing for public employees.

Regarding development of housing, respondents more strongly favored for-sale housing in outlying areas. Written comments frequently addressed the Fort Ord property. Sixty-two percent of respondents said that more water should be committed for the development of affordable housing.

• Stormwater Management: Four out of five respondents know the difference between a sewer and storm drain; and how to dispose of car oil and household hazardous waste. More than half know the laws regarding storm drains.
  
• Emergency Preparedness: Eighty-eight percent of respondents have smoke detectors installed, and 64% check them regularly. Sixty-two percent of respondents said that they could remain self-sufficient for 72 hours. Almost half know CPR, about a third have a list of critical disaster supplies.
  
• July 4^th Activities: At some point, 77% of respondents have witnessed the fireworks, more than 50% have seen the parade and just under half have attended the lawn party. Only 12% of respondents with an opinion had never viewed these activities. About three in four support all three activities and only 3% believe the City should not continue any of these activities.