The National Community Survey will gather resident input for budget planning and strategic initiatives.
PORT ORCHARD, Wash. – As Kitsap County faces an $8 million budget shortfall and implements a temporary hiring freeze, leaders are launching The National Community Survey — the first direct resident input gathering in two decades — to help guide difficult budget decisions and get key insights on government services and the quality of life in our communities.
The National Community Survey, or NCS, was developed by National Research Center at Polco. The survey captures opinions on the economy, mobility, community design, utilities, safety, natural environment, inclusivity, engagement, and other elements of Kitsap County's overall livability. The results will show the County's strengths, areas of improvement, and what matters most to residents. The County will also be able to see how its performance compares to other communities across the country.
Randomly selected households are in the process of receiving mailed survey invitations. Households that receive an invitation are asked to follow the enclosed instructions and complete the survey. People not selected for this initial survey effort can still participate when the community-wide survey opens online Aug. 19. Watch our social media for announcements, or sign up to be notified when that survey is ready: https://polco.us/n/res/signup.
The survey closes Sept. 2.
About Polco: Polco brings people and data together to help build stronger, healthier communities. With award-winning community engagement tools and services, Polco allows leaders to engage residents around their most important topics, align goals, and strengthen public trust. Polco is committed to a strict privacy policy, designed to keep participants' responses confidential and protect personal data. Learn more at info.polco.us.
