Big Sur Fire Community Survey

Thank you very much for providing your input. Big Sur Fire seeks to serve the entire community and your input regarding how we are doing and where we should allocate resources will be crucial for us moving forward.

This survey asks about two things: Big Sur Fire (the volunteers who respond to fires, medical emergencies, and rescues). Volunteers are Big Sur residents who commit to training and responding to emergency calls on a 24-hour basis. As part of the Brigade, volunteers have been serving Big Sur for over 50 years.

Two years ago, Big Sur Fire was offered a large, restricted grant to train and field a seasonal, paid Hand Crew for a two year period. The Hand Crew members work regular shifts helping to improve defensible space for the community, and are also available to work on campaign fires if the opportunity arises. They work during the fire season and are not required to live in Big Sur.

Funding for the Hand Crew is about to run out, and the Board must decide whether and how to continue the Hand Crew within our existing budget. Big Sur Fire has limited people, money, and equipment, and we want your input on how to use them.

This survey takes about 15 minutes. There are no right or wrong answers, and you can skip any question. Your answers are anonymous. Please don't write your name unless you want us to follow up with you.

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PART 1: ABOUT YOU. These questions help us see whether different parts of the community have different needs. They are optional.

1.Where do you live or work in Big Sur? Choose the neighborhood nearest to you. They are listed from north to south.

2.If you didn't find your neighborhood in the list, write it here.

3.How long have you been part of the Big Sur community?

4.Which best describes you? Check all that apply.

Full-time resident

Part-time resident or second-home owner

Renter

I work in Big Sur but live elsewhere

I own or manage a business, lodging, or campground

I work for a Big Sur business or agency

Other (please write in)

5.Who makes up your household? Check all that apply.

6.Have you or someone in your household ever been helped by Big Sur Fire or the Hand Crew? Check all that apply.

7.What is your connection to Big Sur Fire? Check all that apply.

I am a current Brigade member or volunteer

I used to be a member or volunteer

I have donated money

I have donated time, supplies, or equipment

I have attended a meeting, town hall, or training

None of these