Bangor Issues Survey

Your voice matters, and I’m eager to hear your thoughts. As a candidate for Bangor City Council, my goal is to represent the aspirations and concerns of our community effectively.

This is why I invite you to take a few moments to share your insights. Your input will illuminate the issues that truly matter to you and your neighbors, enabling me to chart a course that resonates with our collective vision. Your participation in this survey is a powerful step towards building a stronger and more vibrant Bangor.

Thank you for contributing your voice to this vital conversation.

Warm regards,
Michael Beck
Candidate for Bangor City Council

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Are you registered to vote in Bangor, Maine? *

• Yes
• No

What do you like most about Bangor?

What do you think are the biggest challenges facing Bangor?

How do you envision the future of Bangor in the next 3 years?

How would you rate the availability of Affordable Housing in Bangor?Select One5 – Very Abundant4 – Abundant3 – Adequate2 – Scarce1 – Very Scarce

Please share any thoughts you have about the availability of affordable housing in Bangor or any challenges you've encountered. (Optional)

How would you rate the availability and quality of public transportation?Select One5 – Very Satisfactory4 – Satisfactory3 – Neutral2 – Inadequate1 – Very Inadequate

Feel free to provide additional comments on the public transportation system in Bangor, including any suggestions for making it more convenient and effective. (Optional)

How would you rate the safety and security in your neighborhood?Select One5 – Very Safe4 – Safe3 – Neither safe or unsafe2 – Unsafe1 – Very unsafe

Do you have any thoughts to share about safety in your neighborhood? (Optional)

How would you rate the quality of our schools?Select One5 – Highest Quality4 – Above Average3 – Average2 – Below Average1 – Lowest Quality

Is there anything specific you'd like to share about your experiences with local schools or any suggestions for improvement? (Optional)

How would you rate the state of Bangor's local parks and recreational facilities?Select One5 – Excellent4 – Above Average3 – Average2 – Below Average1 – Poor

Do you have any specific feedback on the parks and recreational facilities in your area? (Optional)

How would you currently rate the transparency and communication from Bangor's government?Select One5 – Very High Transparency and Communication4 – High Transparency and Communication3 – Neutral2 – Low Transparency and Communication1 – Lack of Transparency and Communication

Please share any additional insights you have about how local government can improve transparency and communication with residents. (Optional)

How would you rate our local economy and job opportunities in Bangor?Select One5 – Excellent4 – Above Average3 – Average2 – Below Average1 – Poor

Is there anything else you would like to share about the current state of the local economy and job opportunities in Bangor, including any personal experiences, concerns, or suggestions for fostering economic growth and creating more jobs? (Optional)

What do you feel should be the top priorities for Bangor? (Choose up to 5)

• Community Well-Being (Substance Use Disorder, Mental Health)
• Affordable Housing (Making housing available, keeping people in their homes)
• Public Transportation (More options, more convenient)
• Homelessness (Helping those who are unhoused get into housing and provide the support they need to thrive)
• Economic Growth (More business and job opportunties)
• Reducing the Tax Burden on residents and businesses
• Creating an Age-Friendly Community
• Public Safety
• Infrastructure – Roads & Sidewalks
• Education
• Climate Change
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Arts and Culture
• Other (Explain below)

The order of options presented here is randomized for each survey participant and does not reflect my priorities.

What other issue(s) should be a priority? (Optional)

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