Community Action Survey - Results

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Many have asked about the data analysis of our recently completed community-wide survey. While a final summary is still being drafted, below are some interesting findings.

The table provides a summary ranking of the 11 focus areas based on responses to the web-based survey. The data ranking was based on the number of times each statement was listed as one of the three primary responses.

The most significant finding in this chart, besides the overall ranking, is the general consistency across geographies.

Table 1. Ranking of Aspiration Areas by Residence of Respondents*




Much more to come as we continue to mine the more than 6,400 responses and determine how this will help inform our future work.

*The Community Action Statements were as follows:

·Children are safe, healthy, nurtured and ready to succeed in school by age 6
·Individuals and families meet their basic needs for food, shelter and other necessities
·People in need know how to get help
·People have the skills to maintain meaningful employment at a living wage
·Seniors live independently in their homes for as long as possible
·People with disabilities live healthy and independent lives
·People live in safe, affordable housing and are prevented from being homeless
·Youth complete school prepared to succeed in the workforce and higher education
·People are safe from violence and crime
·People do not suffer from physical, emotional and sexual abuse or neglect
·There is targeted funding available for people who want to go to college, start a business, or buy their first home