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Lower Saucon Township EAC Single-Use Plastic Survey
We want to hear from you! This brief survey will help local leaders better understand public opinion on single-use plastics and inform future policy decisions.
📋 Section 1: About You
1.
What is your age range?
Under 21
21–35
36–50
51–65
Over 65
2.
Where do you live?
Lower Saucon Township
Borough of Hellertown
Other municipality (please specify)
🌎 Section 2: Your Views on Plastic Pollution
3.
How concerned are you about plastic pollution in your community?
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Not concerned
4.
Are you aware that single-use plastics can harm the environment?
Yes
No
Unsure
5.
Have you seen news or information about wildlife being harmed by plastic (e.g., sea turtles, birds)?
Yes
No
6.
How concerned are you about potential health risks associated with consuming microplastics?
Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Not concerned
🛒 Section 3: Your Shopping Habits
7.
How often do you use plastic bags when shopping?
Always
Sometimes
Rarely
Never
8.
How often do you use reusable shopping bags?
Always
Sometimes
Rarely
Never
9.
How often do you use reusable cups or straws?
Always
Sometimes
Rarely
Never
🚫 Section 4: Your Opinion on Reducing Single-Use Plastics
10.
Would you support a ban on single-use plastic bags?
Strongly support
Moderately support
No opinion
Moderately oppose
Strongly oppose
11.
Would you support businesses charging a fee for a paper bag if you do not bring your own reusable bag?
Strongly support
Moderately support
No opinion
Moderately oppose
Strongly oppose
12.
Would you support local businesses and restaurants that replace single-use plastics with reusable items (plates, utensils, cups, straws) for food service and delivery?
Strongly support
Moderately support
No opinion
Moderately oppose
Strongly oppose
13.
If you oppose or are unsure about a ban on single-use plastic bags, why? (Select all that apply.)
Single-use plastics are convenient
Alternatives are expensive or impractical
I’m not convinced plastics are a major issue
Unsure whether a ban would be effective
Other (please specify)
14.
Do you have any additional comments or concerns about reducing or banning plastic bags?
Send me a copy of my responses via email