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RtPOR7ON INf CQMMUN/fYSURVCI'ON 1/ft HAWAf I C20NIYGfNfR9L PLAN 5. Do we need to increase or decrease the following services/infrastructure? Circle one of the following: 'more', 'same' or "less" and then please add any specific comments you have. A. POLICE SERVICE: The majority of respondents were satisfied with the level of police service,- however, a larger percentage (42 percent) thought we needed an increase in police protection, particularly for more attention to the serious crimes, such as hard drug sales and use, violence, and theft. Many thought the police needed more training, better pay and more visibility. The need for a foot or bicycle patrol in the downtown area was noted. Many thought the police were pleasant and polite. B. FIRE SERVICE: A strong majority of those responding to the survey are satisfied with the level of fire service; however those who gave comments thought there were still some areas under served. C. PARK SERVICE: The majority of respondents (70 percent) want more parks, and more services in parks. Comments included a large number of requests for cleaner bathrooms and better general maintenance of the parks that we currently have. Others commented on the need for longer hours and the creation of more parks. D. BEACH PARKS: The great majority of respondents (73 percent) wanted more beach parks. Comments particularly centered on the need for clean restrooms and general better maintenance. Accessibility and the need for campgrounds and paved access were further concerns. Harsh treatment of any vandals was requested. 2 Police Service 100% 80% 0 60% 42% 48% 40% 20% 0 0% , -I J -'- 2+ �� Nbre Same Less N/R 100% Fire Service 100% 70% 80% 66% 60% 40% 23% 20 /0 0 9% 1% 0 More Same Less N/R More Same Less N/R 100% Parks Service 80% 70% 60% 40% t25% 20% 1% 3% 0% — --0_-i -- More Same Less N/R 100% Beach Parks 80% 73% 60% 40% 21% 20% 1% 5% 0% +�-.-�I-- More same Less N/R