Take Our New ONLINE PUBLIC Survey

Welcome to our Updated Public Survey |Directions: Please answer the following questions to the best of your knowledge.  All of your responses will be absolutely confidential. Thank you for participating, William F. Waters Chief Of Police Section I: Your Community 1) Please rate the seriousness of the following crimes and quality of life issues in Nahant for the past 5 years. Burglary/house break ins Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Assaults Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Domestic violence Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Unlawful drug use Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Unsupervised house parties Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Animal control problems Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Drinking groups at beaches/parks Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Graffiti Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Litter Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Unlawful weapon use Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Loitering Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Property theft Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Youth gangs Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Speeding motor vehicles Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Poor driving attitudes Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Drunk driving Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Credit card/check fraud Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Computer/internet problems Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Skateboarding/rollerblading Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Vehicle theft Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Harassing/Annoying phone calls Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Vandalism Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Parking problems Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Solicitors Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Bicycles on sidewalks Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Pedestrian safety Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Public drinking Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Unnecessary noise Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know Other Select One Very Serious Moderately Serious Slightly Serious Not a Problem Don’t Know 2) Have you ever been the victim of a crime in Nahant? Select One Yes No 3) Have you ever been the victim of a crime outside Nahant? Select One Yes No 4) In Nahant, have you ever? Stopped to ask an officer advice or directions Select One Yes No Stopped to talk to a police officer about a community issue Select One Yes No Called the police station to discuss a community issue Select One Yes No Been involved in a traffic accident which required police intervention Select One Yes No Been involved in a police/community outreach program (ex. DARE, RAD, Bicycle Safety) Select One Yes No Been stopped for a traffic offense Select One Yes No Been questioned by the police and released (other than for a traffic offense) Select One Yes No Reported a crime Select One Yes No Been arrested Select One Yes No Filed a formal complaint against a Nahant Police Officer/Department Select One Yes No 5) In your opinion, how much have the following factors contributed to the crime rate in Nahant over the past 5 years? Courts are too lenient Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Drug/alcohol abuse Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Lack of alternative activities for youth Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Lack of education Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Lack of jobs/employment Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Limited police presence Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Poor parenting Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Poverty/low income Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Intolerance of differences based on race, religion, sexual orientation, etc. Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Social programs/welfare Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Over population Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Availability of weapons Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Lack of respect Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Affluence Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know Other Select One Large Influence Moderate Influence Slight Influence No Influence Don’t Know 6) Does your neighborhood have a citizen crime watch group? Select One Yes No 6a) If no, would you participate in a crime watch group? Select One Yes No 7) What kind of security do you use at home?  (Check all that apply--this survey is anonymous) Select All That Apply alarm system sensor lights standard locks window grills deadbolt locks antiopen windows dog burglar bars do not secure home 8) In your opinion, how likely is it that you will be the victim of a property crime in Nahant over the next 5 years? Select One Highly Likely Moderately Likely Slightly Likely Not At All Likely Don’t Know 9) In your opinion, how likely is it that you will be the victim of a violent crime in Nahant over the next 5 years? Select One Highly Likely Moderately Likely Slightly Likely Not At All Likely Don’t Know 10) How much time do you spend actively participating in the community (community-based programs, committees, boards, etc.) each month? Select One 1-7 Hours 8-12 Hours 13-20 Hours 21+ Hours I Don't Participate 11) In your opinion, compared to other communities in the Lynn area, how safe is Nahant overall? Select One Much Safer Slightly Safer About The Same Less Safe Much Less Safe 12) What do you believe about the prevalence of crime in Nahant? Select One Crime has increased in Nahant over the last five years Crime has remained the same in Nahant over the last five years Crime has decreased in Nahant over the last five years Don't Know 13) Please check one response for each statement: I feel safe at home Select One Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know I feel safe walking alone in my neighborhood after dark Select One Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know I feel safe walking with others after dark in my neighborhood Select One Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know I feel that my personal property is safe when I leave home Select One Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know When returning home at night, I feel safe Select One Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know I feel safe leaving my home/car unlocked during the day in Nahant Select One Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know I feel safe alone in parks and recreation areas Nahant Select One Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know I feel safe with others in parks and recreation areas in Nahant Select One Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know 14) How serious is the illegal drug problem in the following areas in Nahant? High School (Swampscott) Select One Very Serious Somewhat Serious Slightly Serious Not Serious Don't Know Middle School (Swampscott) Select One Very Serious Somewhat Serious Slightly Serious Not Serious Don't Know Elementary School (Nahant) Select One Very Serious Somewhat Serious Slightly Serious Not Serious Don't Know Playgrounds & recreation areas Select One Very Serious Somewhat Serious Slightly Serious Not Serious Don't Know Within the adult community Select One Very Serious Somewhat Serious Slightly Serious Not Serious Don't Know Section II: The Police Department 15) Please respond whether you agree or disagree with the following statements: The police presence in my neighborhood is appropriate for the need Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree Traffic enforcement in Nahant meets the needs of the community Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree The Police Department gives proper attention to minor crimes (i.e. vandalism, disturbances, etc.) Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree The Police Department is providing appropriate community education and outreach programs Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree Efforts of the Police Department to enforce the law are compatible with community needs Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree The Police Department responds to emergency calls in a timely manner Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree Nahant police officers treat people with respect Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree Nahant police officers respect the rights of individuals and treat people fairly Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree Telephone calls to the Nahant police station are handled professionally and courteously Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree A formal complaint brought against a Nahant police officer will receive a fair, objective and timely response Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree The Nahant Police Department solicits and welcomes community input      Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree Nahant police officers are respected by the community Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree The Nahant Police Department has a good public image Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree The Nahant Police Department does its job well Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree Nahant police officers look professional in appearance Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree Police information provided in local newspaper is useful Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree Nahant police officers provide timely and useful information to persons reporting crimes Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree The Nahant Police Department publicizes its services and programs adequately Select One Strongly Agree Agree No Opinion Disagree Strongly Disagree 16) How effective do you believe the following Nahant Police & Community programs are on the crime problem and quality of life issues? D.A.R.E. program Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know Bike Patrol Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know Web Page Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know Traffic Enforcement Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know Dedicated Parking Enforcement Officer Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know E911  Dispatch Center Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know NPD Facility Access Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know Alzheimer registration Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know Alcohol/tobacco sale compliance checks Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know Juvenile diversion program for first time criminal offenders Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know “Directed patrol” to high incident areas Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know False burglar alarm bylaw enforcement Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know All-night winter parking enforcement Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know Future Programs: 55 Alive Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know Police Explorer Program Select One Very Effective Moderately Effective Slightly Effective Not At All Don’t Know Section III: Demographic Section 17) How long have you lived in Nahant? Select One Less Than 1 Year 1-3 Years 4-10 Years 11-20 Years 21+ Years 18) How old are you? Select One 18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65 or Older 19) How many people are in your household? Select One 1 2-3 4-5 6 Or More People 20) Do you have any children under the age of 21 living in your household? Select One Yes No 20a) If yes, please list their ages here: 21) Do you own or rent your home? Select One Own Rent Other 22) Average household yearly income before taxes? Select One Under $30,000 $30,000-59,000 $60,000-89,999 $90,000-119,999 $120,000+ 23) What is your current employment status? Select One Employed Unemployed Student Self-employed Disabled House Wife or Husband Retired Other 24) What is your race? Select One Caucasian African-American Asian Hispanic Other 25) Do you or anyone in the household own any firearms for sport or protection against crime? Select One Yes, Sport Yes, Protection Against Crime Yes, Both No, Neither Choose Not To Answer Section IV: Your Comments Please take a moment and let us know how the Nahant Police Department could improve its services to you, the citizen. Please feel free to use as much space or additional pages as necessary. The thing I like best about the Nahant Police Department is: The thing I would most like to see improved at the Nahant Police Department is:   Please list the most significant values or characteristics that a Nahant Police Officer should possess.