Rockingham Planning Commission, NH Survey

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1. Which community do you live in?

Select an option Atkinson Auburn Brentwood Candia Chester Danville Deerfield Derry East Kingston Epping Exeter Fremont Greenland Hampstead Hampton Hampton Falls Kensington Kingston Little Boar's Head Londonderry New Castle Newfields Newington Newmarket Newton North Hampton Northwood Nottingham Plaistow Portsmouth Raymond Rye Rye Beach Village District Salem Sandown Seabrook Seabrook Beach Village District South Hampton Stratham Windham Other

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2. What are the top 3 reasons why you live in this region?

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Proximity to employment opportunities

Outdoor and recreation opportunities

Affordability

Rural New England character

Living close to family and friends

Rich history

Quality of schools

Low crime rates

Proximity to coast

Natural beauty

Proximity to urban areas (Boston , Portland, Manchester)

Strong sense of community

Business opportunities

Proximity to medical services

No state income tax

Other

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3. What issues do you think need attention in the region? (Select the top 3 priority issues)

Environmental damage (Air and water quality, biodiversity, loss of habitat)

Lack of transportation options (Public transit, safe places to walk and bike)

Shortage of housing (Lack of affordable housing options)

Population changes (Aging population, birth rates)

Loss of rural character (Loss of open space, urban sprawl, decline of agriculture, loss of historic features)

Trash removal and recycling

Energy consumption and efficiency (Heating and cooling efficiency, transportation and housing energy savings)

Economic vitality (Unemployment, cost of living, decline of small businesses)

Natural disasters and climate-related events (Flooding, storms, drought, heat, wildfires)

Other

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4. What issues do you think need attention in your community? (Select the top 3 priority issues)

Population changes (Aging population, birth rates)

Loss of rural character (Loss of open space, urban sprawl, decline of agriculture, loss of historic features)

Environmental damage (Air and water quality, biodiversity, loss of habitat)

Natural disasters and climate-related events (Flooding, storms, drought, heat, wildfires)

Economic vitality (Unemployment, cost of living, decline of small businesses)

Shortage of housing (Lack of affordable housing options)

Lack of transportation options (Public transit, safe places to walk and bike)

Energy consumption and efficiency (Heating and cooling efficiency, transportation and housing energy savings)

Trash removal and recycling

Other

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5. Which of the issues do you think should be the top priorities for the investment in the region? (Select the top 3 priorities)

Affordable housing choices

Safe and reliable transportation choices including walking and biking

Environmental protection and natural resources conservation

Enhancing and protecting water resources

Supporting clean energy and efficiency

Protecting historic buildings & neighborhoods

Supporting economic development

Enhancing education opportunities

Trash collection and recycling

Infrastructure modernization to support future development

Preparedness for weather-related events and emergencies

Other

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6. Which of the issues do you think should be the top priorities for the investment in your community? (Select the top 3 priorities)

Affordable housing choices

Safe and reliable transportation choices including walking and biking

Environmental protection and natural resources conservation

Enhancing and protecting water resources

Supporting clean energy and efficiency

Protecting historic buildings & neighborhoods

Supporting economic development

Enhancing education opportunities

Trash collection and recycling

Infrastructure modernization to support future development

Preparedness for weather-related events and emergencies

Other

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7. Where should development occur in this region? (Select all that apply)

In areas where development already exists

Along existing major roads

Areas that may not be currently developed but have the infrastructure to support development, such as water and sewer connections

Undeveloped areas

Unsure/Neutral

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8. By dragging pins, indicate on the map to indicate places where you would prefer new development to happen, where you would prefer no more development, and where you would prefer more dense development.

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9. How would you describe your ideal living situation and location? (Select all that apply)

Living in a downtown/town center

Living close to a downtown/town center

Living further away from a downtown/town center

Living in a sparsely developed/rural area

Living in a neighborhood with a mix of residences and restaurants, shops, services, etc.

Living in a strictly residential neighborhood

Having a smaller lot and home with a potentially shorter commute

Having a larger lot and home with a potentially longer commute

Having bicycling, walking, or public transit commutes

Driving a vehicle to commute

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10. Do you agree or disagree that the region needs more of the following housing types?

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11. Do you agree or disagree that the following are problems for our region's transportation system?

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12. What do you think should be our top priorities for the region's transportation system? (Select the top 3 priorities)

Keeping existing roads and bridges in good condition.

Reducing congestion, traffic, or bottlenecks on roadways.

Improving the resiliency of the transportation system to extreme weather and climate-related events like flooding.

Expanding and improving the frequency, accessibility, and reliability of public transportation.

Improving or expanding passenger rail service.

Expanding and improving access to transportation for older adults and people with disabilities.

Expanding and improving the safety of the bicycle and pedestrian network.

Promoting the usage of alternative fuels and electricity for transportation

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13. Do you agree or disagree that the following destinations or services are accessible if you could not drive?

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14. Do you agree or disagree with the following statements related to natural hazards?

Natural hazards can include, but are not limited to, flooding, coastal storms, wildfires, drought, winter storms, and extreme heat or cold temperatures.

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15. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? "The natural hazards listed below are significantly impacting my community."

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16. Do you agree or disagree that the following strategies are effective in addressing natural hazards in the region?

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17. Which of these should be the top environmental protection priorities in the region? (Select the top 3 priorities.)

Protecting the quality of drinking water supplies

Protecting the quality of water for recreational purposes like swimming and fishing

Protecting water bodies for animal and plant life

Preserving open space and agricultural land

Protecting air quality

Managing shoreland and waterfront development

Protecting forests

Improving access for recreation purposes

Reducing waste

Enhancing biodiversity and wildlife conservation

Addressing climate change impacts

Encouraging renewable energy

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18. Do you agree or disagree with the following statements related to recycling and waste reduction?

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19. Would you be willing to participate in more recycling programs if they are made available?

Yes

No

I don't know

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20. Have you ever participated in a household hazardous waste collection in the region?

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No

I'm not sure

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21. Would you like additional opportunities to dispose of your household hazardous waste, beyond what is currently offered in your community?

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No

I'm not sure

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22. What additional household hazardous waste opportunities would be beneficial to you? (Check all that apply)

More collections from April through October

A permanent facility that would allow me to dispose of household hazardous waste on an ongoing, year-round basis

Collection opportunities between November and April

Curbside collection of household hazardous waste at my home

Single day collection events that are geographically closer to my home

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23. In what year were you born?

Select an option 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 1976 1975 1974 1973 1972 1971 1970 1969 1968 1967 1966 1965 1964 1963 1962 1961 1960 1959 1958 1957 1956 1955 1954 1953 1952 1951 1950 1949 1948 1947 1946 1945 1944 1943 1942 1941 1940 1939 1938 1937 1936 1935 1934 1933 1932 1931 1930 1929 1928 1927 1926 1925 1924 1923 1922 1921 1920 1919 1918 1917 1916 1915 1914 1913 1912 1911 1910

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24. How many years have you lived in the region?

I've lived in the region my entire life.

I've lived in the region for 0-5 years

I've lived in the region for 6-20 years

I've lived in the region for 20+ years

I decline to answer

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25. What is your total household income before taxes?

Less than $30,000

$30,001 to $60,000

$60,001 to $90,000

$90,001 to $120,000

$120,001 to $150,000

$150,001 to $200,000

More than $200,000

Unsure/I decline to answer

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26. Do you have any other suggestions to improve the region that you would like to share with us?

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