These are the current results of the Tampa Bay Opinion Poll as of Tuesday, June 19 2001.
**NOTE: Poll results based on 83 responses received between February 1, 2001 and May 31, 2001
Where do you live?
Response: 46% Hillsborough County, 5% Manatee County, 37% Pinellas County, 4% Elsewhere in Florida, 8% Another State or Country
How long have you lived in the Tampa Bay area (if applicable)?
Response: 6% less than 2 years, 15% 2-5 years, 9% 5-10 years, 61% more than 10 years
How would describe the overall environmental condition of Tampa Bay?
Response: 1% Excellent, 42% Good, 46% Fair, 6% Poor
Have you seen any improvement in the bay since you have lived or visited here?
Response: 28% Substantial improvement, 46% Some improvement, 20% No improvement
Except for driving across our many bridges, what is your primary activity or interest in Tampa Bay?
Response: 40% Boating/Fishing, 17% Swimming/Diving, 39% Wildlife/Nature Viewing, 1% Commercial
How often do use the bay for any of these activities?
Response: 28% At least once a week, 49% 1-2 times a month, 18% 1-2 times a year
Do you believe there is sufficient public access to Tampa Bay, such as scenic vistas, boat ramps and waterfront parks?
Response: 39% Yes, 60% No
How optimistic are you that the Tampa Bay region can continue its economic development and protect its environment at the same time?
Response: 17% Very Optimistic, 45% Somewhat Optimistic, 36% Not Optimistic At All
In your opinion, should economic development or environmental protection be a higher priority?
Response: 4% Economic development, 60% Environmental protection, 33% Both are equally important
In addition to your monthly utility bill, how much would you be willing to pay to improve water quality, restore habitat and protect fish and wildlife in Tampa Bay?
Response: 8% Less than $25 a year, 49% $25-$100 a year, 19% More than $100 a year, 12% I would not be willing to pay an additional fee.
What is the most important thing your local government could do to achieve a cleaner bay?
Response: 25% Improve stormwater treatment, 17% Reuse wastewater rather than discharge it into the bay, 24% Purchase and restore wetlands and other important habitats for preservation, 30% Promote redevelopment of urban areas to reduce urban sprawl
What do you think will be the most important environmental issue facing Tampa Bay in the next 25 years?
Response: 13% Air pollution, 12% Desalination plant discharge, 11% Stormwater runoff, 27% Habitat loss, 33% Public Water Supply conflicts
What is your education level? (OPTIONAL)
Response: 14% High School diploma, 48% Four-year College degree, 33% Advanced degree
What is your family income? (OPTIONAL)
Response: 10% Less than $25,000 a year, 18% $25-$50,000 a year, 28% $50-$75,000 a year, 35% More than $75,000 a year
