Town of Jerusalem Survey Summary - May 2005
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Town of Jerusalem
Survey Summary
May 2005Part I – Community Values and Priorities
A. Please indicate whether you strongly disagree, disagree, agree, strongly agree or have no opinion about the fol-
lowing statements:
Strongly Strongly
Disagree Disagree Agree Agree No Opinion
1. The Town’s rural character should be preserved. 1.1% 4.1% 34.1% 56.5% 4.2%
2 The Town needs to expand its public water system. 14.2% 22.0% 27.3% 19.3% 17.2%
3. The Town needs to expand its public sanitary sewer
system. 12.2% 16.0% 29.5% 28.5% 13.8%
4. Jerusalem needs more residential development in the
future. 20.9% 35.1% 28.0% 5.0% 10.9%
5. More retail business development is needed in
Jerusalem. 13.7% 24.3% 40.0% 16.2% 5.8%
6. More office/industrial development is needed in
Jerusalem. 23.1% 34.7% 23.9% 10.7% 7.5%
7. The town's agricultural activities should be maintained. 1.2% 2.0% 42.6% 50.0% 4.2%
B. Which are the top TWO most influential factors in your decision to live in Jerusalem? (Please select the top two
reasons from the list below and write the corresponding item number on the lines in the response column.)
1 Born or raised in Jerusa-
lem
2 Schools
3 Affordable housing Top Two Choices
4 Small community/know
neighbors
5 Desire to live in rural com-
100.0%
munity/near agricultural
lands
6 90.0%
Convenient to work
7 Access to recreation oppor-
tunities
8 80.0%
Lakefront/Lakeview
9 Other
70.0%
60.0%
50.0%
40.0%
27.8%
30.0%
22.3%
20.0% 15.2%
12.0%
10.0% 5.3% 5.8% 6.4%
4.4%
0.9%
0.0%
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005C. Please indicate whether you strongly support, support, oppose, strongly oppose or have no opinion about the fol-
lowing zoning and regulatory issues.
Strongly Strongly
Oppose Oppose Support Support No Opinion
1. Preservation of scenic views in the Town 0.8% 2.5% 31.5% 62.5% 2.8%
2. Commercial development guidelines 3.1% 5.8% 42.2% 42.5% 6.4%
3. Stricter property maintenance standards 4.9% 15.5% 40.5% 32.3% 6.8%
4. Protection of steep slope areas 0.9% 3.4% 39.6% 45.9% 10.1%
5. Land subdivision regulations 3.8% 6.8% 33.5% 47.6% 8.2%
6. Develop regulations for adult entertainment (x-rated)
uses. 11.7% 4.5% 20.7% 55.0% 8.1%
7. Lake water quality controls 0.3% 1.1% 29.5% 66.8% 2.3%
8. Wind farm/industrial wind turbine regulations 4.7% 8.9% 45.3% 26.3% 14.9%
Based on the responses to question C, a large percentage of residents support or strongly support the zoning and regu-
latory issues addressed in this section. Preservation of scenic views and lake water quality controls were issues that
garnered the most support of survey respondents, with large percentages indicating strong support for these issues.
Stricter property maintenance received the most opposition, with just over 20 percent indicating opposition or strong
opposition.
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005D. Which of the following actions/services do you want to see happen in Jerusalem? Please mark
an X on the corresponding line in the response column. (Check all that apply.)
a. Attracting additional commercial
and industrial development
b. Acquiring parkland or additional
Services/Actions Desired permanent open space
c. Improving the appearance of
existing commercial areas
50.0% d. Protecting natural features such as
the Lake, wetlands, streams, etc.
45.0% e. Developing additional recrea-
tional facilities such as ball fields
or biking/walking trails
40.0% f. Protecting/Preserving active
agricultural activities
g. Preserving historic buildings/sites
35.0%
h. Providing affordable housing
i. Improving/adding public water
30.0% infrastructure
j. Improving/adding public sewer
infrastructure
25.0% k. Providing senior housing
l. Other, please specify
20.0%
16.8%
15.0% 13.1%
12.0%
9.5% 9.4%
10.0% 8.5%
7.6% 7.3%
5.0% 4.9% 4.9%
5.0%
0.9%
0.0%
d f g j c b e i h a k l
Question D provided survey respondents with an opportunity to pick the services and/or actions
they would like to see in Jerusalem. Participants could select any number of items or none at all.
The chart above shows the distribution of the selections as a percentage of all selections made.
Protecting natural features such as the Lake, wetlands, streams, etc. was the action/service most
often selected in the survey. Other services/actions selected often, included the protection of agri-
cultural activities and preservation of historic buildings and sites. Besides the other category,
which only accounted for one percent of total selections, attracting commercial and industrial de-
velopment, providing affordable housing and providing senior housing were selected the least.
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005D1. Would you support a tax increase to pay for the additional services/actions?
Would Pay Taxes to Support Changes
No 65.1% 85 percent of those who
would not support a tax
increase said they would
support services/actions if
funded through other
means
Yes 34.9%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
D2. If YES, please indicate how much of an increase (per $1,000 of assessed valuation) you
would support. (Circle one.)
Supported Tax Increase Amount
More than $1.00 per
2.6%
$1,000
$0.50-$1.00 per $1,000 23.8%
$0.26-$0.50 per $1,000 39.2%
$0.00-$0.25 per $1,000 34.4%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005For questions E – H, please rate each of the following on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being most
desirable and 1 being not desirable at all:
E. Transportation
Transportation Average Mode
4. Improved safety conditions for motorists and pedestrians. 3.26 3
5. More hiking and biking trails. 3.16 3
2. Wider shoulders along roads to accommodate farm equipment, bikes, pe-
3.09 3
destrians etc.
3. Better signage to alert drivers of farm equipment, bike traffic, pedestrians,
3.05 3
etc.
1. Paving gravel and dirt roads. 2.73 3
6. Installation of sidewalks in hamlet areas. 2.32 2
7. Develop public transportation. 2.18 2
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005F. Environment Environment Average Mode 2. Natural resources protection (streams, wetlands, soils, etc.). 4.29 5 4. Preservation of scenic views. 4.17 4 3. Wildlife habitat protection. 4.08 4 1. Farmland preservation/protection. 3.99 4 5. Protection of steep slopes areas through local design standards/guidelines. 3.95 4 6.Protection of ridgelines 3.89 4 Town of Jerusalem Community Survey Summary of Results May 2005
G. Residential Development Patterns (See reference diagrams on the page 3.) Residential Development Patterns Average Mode 4. Large lot (10+ acres) rural residential. 3.30 3 2. Residential development concentrated around hamlets. 2.81 3 1. Suburban cul-de-sac style development. 2.46 2 3. Cluster residential development. 2.17 2 Town of Jerusalem Community Survey Summary of Results May 2005
H. Economic Development in the Township
Economic Development Average Mode
7. More higher education opportunities (e.g. cooperative ventures with Keuka
4.42 4
College.)
6. More tourism and recreation related businesses. 3.72 4
8. Home based businesses should be encouraged. 3.58 4
5. More farm and farm support business development. 3.57 3
9. Health-related facilities including assisted living and nursing care. 3.36 3
1. More retail development in hamlet areas. 3.17 3
4. More office development. 3.16 3
2. More retail development along the highways. 2.52 2
3. More industrial development. 2.43 2
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005I. Would you support locating industrial wind turbines in Jerusalem for the generation of elec-
tricity?
Support Locating Wind Turbines in Jerusalem
37.9%
47.9%
14.2%
Yes No Maybe
Of those who said no and provided commentary, the following themes appeared most often in
the narrative provided:
• Eye sore, detracts from scenic views, unsightly, etc.
• Noisy
• Wildlife endangerment (kills birds)
• Not a proven energy source
• NIMBY
Of those who said yes or maybe and provided commentary, the following themes appeared
most often in the narrative provided:
• Alternative energy sources (including wind power) are needed
• Need more information
• Money for local economy
• Lower energy costs/electric bills
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005Part II – Needs Assessment
A. What is your opinion of Jerusalem residents’ access to park facilities and recreation pro-
gramming? Mark an X in the appropriate column next to each statement.
Agree Disagree No Opinion
1. There is enough park land in the Town to meet
65.3% 22.9% 16.8%
residents’ needs.
2. More trails should be developed in the Town. 46.4% 34.1% 23.2%
3. Youth are served well. 33.9% 20.8% 46.2%
4. Teenagers are served well. 24.8% 28.2% 48.2%
5. Adults are served well. 37.8% 21.8% 42.4%
6. Seniors are served well. 31.4% 26.6% 44.2%
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005B. Please write an X in the appropriate column below to rate the adequacy of the services or fa-
cilities listed below.
Significant Im-
Some Improve-
Municipal Services provement Adequate
ment Needed
Needed
1. Municipal offices (Town Hall) 1.9% 18.7% 79.4%
2. Community beautification 12.5% 46.2% 41.3%
3. Highway maintenance 12.9% 33.6% 53.5%
4. Police protection 3.0% 11.0% 86.0%
5. Fire protection 1.4% 6.0% 92.6%
6.Ambulance 1.8% 10.8% 87.4%
7. Library 5.0% 19.5% 75.5%
8. Code enforcement 9.9% 19.6% 70.5%
9. Communication from Town government 14.9% 34.8% 50.2%
10. Special community events 11.0% 30.1% 58.9%
11. Other: 75.0% 0.0% 25.0%
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005B. Please write an X in the appropriate column below to rate the adequacy of the services or fa-
cilities listed below.
Significant Im-
Some Improve-
Private Services provement Adequate
ment Needed
Needed
1. Convenience goods (e.g. grocery, drug store) 15.5% 30.0% 54.5%
2. Other retail (home supply, clothing) 30.7% 31.1% 38.2%
3. Personal services (e.g. banking, insurance) 8.1% 15.5% 76.5%
4. Restaurants 13.6% 25.1% 61.2%
5. Professional offices (e.g. doctor, dentist) 9.5% 25.8% 64.6%
6. Business services (e.g. printing, office supplies) 6.4% 21.8% 71.7%
7. Automotive services 5.1% 20.2% 74.7%
8.Day care 7.5% 22.8% 69.7%
9. Accommodations (e.g. inns, motels, hotels) 10.0% 33.9% 56.1%
10. Boating Services (e.g. marina, supplies, storage) 4.8% 15.1% 80.0%
11. Other: 35.7% 28.6% 35.7%
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005C. Are you in favor of improving opportunities for public waterfront access in the Town of Jerusalem?
Favor Waterfront Access
100%
90%
80%
70%
60%
51.4%
48.6%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
Yes No
The issue of improving opportunities for public waterfront access was essentially split, with a slight advantage falling
in favor of increased opportunities. A little more than half the respondents indicated a preference for improved ac-
cess.
T y pe s of P ubl i c A c c e s s
Those who favored improving opportunities for water-
front access were given the opportunity to identify the
types of access desired. The options presented were P ubl i c B each 20. 7%
evenly selected for the most part, with public beach W at er f r ont P ar k 17. 5%
being chosen the most frequently and boat docking
being selected the least. For this question, participants B oat Launch 16. 9%
were asked to choose all that applied, so the percent- W at er f r ont T r ai l 16. 7%
ages shown in the graph reflect the breakdown among
total selections made. P ubl i c Fi shi ng A ccess 13. 7%
B oat D ocki ng 13. 6%
Ot her 0. 8%
0. 0% 5. 0% 10. 0% 15. 0% 20. 0% 25. 0% 30. 0% 35. 0% 40. 0% 45. 0% 50. 0%
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005Part III: Household Shopping and Travel Patterns
The following questions are intended to provide information about your household’s shop-
ping and travel patterns. From the numbered list of locations, please answer questions
A,B,C and D by writing the number of the location in the space provided.
A. Please indicate the location of work for those adults in your household who are employed
outside the home.
Location of Work
50.0%
40.0%
30.0%
25.1%
22.9%
20.2%
20.0%
9.8%
10.0% 7.1%
4.9%
2.9% 2.9%
1.7% 1.5%
0.5% 0.5%
0.0%
Adult 1
Jerusalem Branchport Penn Yan Other Yates County
Canandaigua Geneva Monroe County Victor
Elmira/Corning Watkins Glen Bath/Hammondsport Other
Survey participants were asked to identify where the adults (up to three) in the household worked.
The number of responses received for Adults 2 and 3 dropped off significantly, so the chart above
only provide work location information for the first adult listed in the survey responses. Monroe
County, Penn Yan and “other” were the most common employment locations, accounting for
over 65 percent of respondents. Some people who indicated “other” listed Rochester, Fairport
and Webster, which technically could have been classified as Monroe County. Additional loca-
tions provided in “other” included Syracuse, Seneca Falls, Wayne County, Ontario County and
“all over”.
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005Part III: Household Shopping and Travel Patterns
B. Where does your household buy the majority of its groceries?
Shopping for Groceries
100%
90%
80%
70%
67.4%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
7.6% 8.5% 9.1%
10%
1.1% 0.9% 0.6% 1.2% 1.1% 0.3% 2.1%
0.0%
0%
1
Jerusalem Branchport Penn Yan Other Yates County
Canandaigua Geneva Monroe County Victor
Elmira/Corning Watkins Glen Bath/Hammondsport Other
A considerable majority of those surveyed shop for household groceries in Penn Yan. Other locations identified as
primary locations for grocery shopping were Monroe County, Geneva and Canandaigua.
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005C. Where does your household buy the majority of its recurring non-food items (e.g. health and
beauty supplies, household supplies, clothing etc.)
Location of Recurring Non-Food Purchases
100%
90%
80%
70%
60%
50%
40%
29.5%
30% 24.4%
20% 16.8%
13.8%
10% 6.1% 4.1%
0.8% 0.2% 0.8% 2.1% 1.0% 0.3%
0%
Jerusalem Branchport 1 Penn Yan Other Yates Coun
Canandaigua Geneva Monroe County Victor
Elmira/Corning Watkins Glen Bath/Hammondsport Other
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005D. Where does your household obtain the majority of its required medical services?
Location of Medical Services
100%
90%
80%
70%
60% 54.4%
50%
40%
30% 23.6%
20%
4.7% 6.6%
10% 3.9% 2.4% 1.8%
0.8% 0.3% 1.4% 0.0% 0.2%
0%
Jerusalem Branchport 1 Penn Yan Other Ya
Canandaigua Geneva Monroe County Victor
Elmira/Corning Watkins Glen Bath/Hammondsport Other
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005Part IV: Respondent Information
The following questions are intended to provide information on the characteristics of survey participants.
Please put the number of the appropriate response on the line in the response column. Please mark only one
answer per question.
A. How long have you been a resident of Jerusalem?
Length of Residency
7.2% 13.3%
16.8%
42.3%
20.4%
Less than 5 years 5 to 10 years 10 to 20 years
20 or more years Not a resident
B. Are you a year-round or seasonal resident?
Type of Residency
37.8%
62.2%
Year Round Seasonal
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005C. Which of the following best describes the location of your primary residence?
Primary Residence
15.4%
33.3%
17.7%
18.3% 15.4%
Lake Front Lake View Farm
Elsewhere in Town Not in Jerusalem
D. In what type of housing unit do you live?
Single -Family 91.0%
Townhome 0.4%
Apartment 0.4%
Manufactured 5.5%
Other 2.8%
E. How many persons reside in your household?
Household
Size Percent
1 15.4%
2 55.9%
3 22.7%
4 6.1%
Town of Jerusalem Community Survey
Summary of Results May 2005H. Which of following describes your age?
Respondents Age
0.0%
0.8%
12.5%
31.2%
23.7%
31.8%
Under 18 18-24
25-44 45-54
55-64 65 and Older
I. What is your total annual household income range?
Household Income
12.8%
19.3%
16.6% 28.5%
22.7%
Under $25,000
$2t5,000 $25,000-$49,999 $50,000-$74,999
$75,000-$99,000 Over $100,000
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