2. Trees are important to the quality of life in Gig Harbor.

   1. Strongly agree
   2. Somewhat agree
   3. Neutral
   4. Somewhat disagree
   5. Strongly disagree
4. Which tree-related benefits are most beneficial to you? Pick three:

   1. Aesthetic beauty
   2. Providing varied and rich habitats for wildlife
   3. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
   4. Moderating the effects of wind and temperature
   5. Stabilizing and enriching soil
   6. Slowing runoff and reducing soil erosion
   7. Improving air quality
   8. Improving water quality
6. Trees can grow to obstruct streets and sidewalks. How often do you encounter this issue with trees on public property?

   1. Never
   2. Several times a year
   3. Weekly
   4. Daily
8. Trees can become damaged or develop structural weakness over time, and these issues may be risks for injury to people and property. How often do you encounter this issue with trees on public property?

   1. Never
   2. Several time a year
   3. Weekly
   4. Daily
10. What is your satisfaction with the current level of maintenance provided for trees on public property?

    1. Completely satisfied
    2. Somewhat satisfied
    3. Neutral
    4. Somewhat dissatisfied
    5. Completely dissatisfied
12. What are your top concerns for Gig Harbor trees? Select all that apply:

    1. Safety hazards
    2. Trees blocking my view
    3. Trees shading my yard
    4. Tree debris in my yard
    5. Unable to remove trees on my property
    6. Healthy trees being removed during development
    7. Canopy loss
    8. Habitat loss
    9. No concerns
14. Where would you like to see more trees planted? Select all that apply:

    1. Parks
    2. Open spaces and natural areas
    3. Along public streets
    4. Shopping centers and commerical areas
    5. Trails and bike paths
    6. We have enough public trees
16. How would you like to receive information about urban forestry? Select all that apply:

    1. Seminars and workshops
    2. Interpretive trails and displays
    3. Website resources
    4. Online videos
    5. Guided nature/tree walks
    6. Informational brochures
    7. Not applicable
18. What do you know about the City's tree regulations for private property? Select all that apply:

    1. I know about the City's tree protection and mitigation regulations because of personal experience managing trees on my property
    2. I have read news articles or seen social media posts discussing the City's tree protection and mitigation regulations
    3. I have visited the City’s website for information about tree protection and mitigation regulations
    4. I was not aware the City had tree protection and mitigation regulations
20. What is your experience with the City’s tree regulations for private property?

    1. The process is easy and the requirements are reasonable
    2. The process is easy but the requirements are too strict
    3. The process is easy but the requirements are too lenient
    4. The process was difficult but the requirements are reasonable
    5. The process was difficult and the requirements are too strict
    6. The process was difficult and the requirements are too lenient
    7. Not applicable
22. What do you think about a Citywide special assessment (property tax) to fund urban forestry programs?

    1. Yes
    2. No
    3. Maybe, with conditions
24. What do you think about the City hiring a staff arborist to handle community tree issues including forestry planning, maintenance issues, outreach, and stewardship?

    1. Yes
    2. No
    3. Maybe, with conditions
26. What is your age?

    1. Under 18
    2. 18 to 25
    3. 26 to 35
    4. 36 to 45
    5. 46 to 55
    6. 56 to 65
    7. 65+
28. What is your relationship with trees in Gig Harbor? Select all that apply:

    1. I am a resident of the City
    2. I am a frequent visitor to the City
    3. I own a business in the City
    4. I have experienced issues with tree regulations on my private property in Gig Harbor
    5. I have planted public trees as a volunteer
    6. I help care for a public tree adjacent to my property
    7. I have donated to a cause in support of public trees
    8. Not applicable
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