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Pine Street Safety Survey – Freeport, Maine
The Town of Freeport is gathering input from residents and roadway users about safety and travel conditions along Pine Street. Your input will help inform future planning and safety improvements for all users — drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
Section 1: Use of Pine Street
1.
How do you typically use Pine Street? (Select all that apply)
Driving (as a resident or as through-traffic)
Walking
Biking
Recreational use (e.g., running, dog walking, etc.)
Leisure activities (e.g., walking to restaurants, shops, or events)
Commuting (to work, school, or other routine destinations)
Other (please specify)
2.
How often do you use Pine Street?
Every day
A few times per week
A few times per month
Rarely
3.
If you walk or bike on Pine Street, what is your primary reason for doing so?
Recreation or exercise
Access to leisure activities stores, restaurants, events, etc.)
Commuting (e.g. work, school, etc.)
I do not walk or bike on Pine Street
Other (please specify)
Section 2: Safety Perceptions
4.
How safe do you feel using Pine Street by the following modes?
Very Unsafe
Somewhat Unsafe
Neutral
Somewhat Safe
Very Safe
Driving
Very Unsafe
Somewhat Unsafe
Neutral
Somewhat Safe
Very Safe
Walking
Very Unsafe
Somewhat Unsafe
Neutral
Somewhat Safe
Very Safe
Biking
Very Unsafe
Somewhat Unsafe
Neutral
Somewhat Safe
Very Safe
5.
If you are a parent, do you feel comfortable allowing your children to walk or bike along Pine Street?
Yes
No
Not sure
Does not apply
6.
Which of the following do you consider safety concerns on Pine Street? (Select all that apply)
Vehicle speed
Shoulder width or lack of sidewalks
Limited visibility (curves, lighting, vegetation)
Crossing safety
Driver behavior (e.g. distracted driving)
Traffic volume
Road condition (pavement, drainage, etc.)
Other (please specify)
7.
Do you have any seasonal safety concerns on Pine Street (e.g., snow, ice, darkness, or water pooling)?
No
Yes (please describe)
8.
Have you ever experienced or witnessed a near-miss or safety concern (e.g., close call with a vehicle or unsafe situation) on Pine Street?
No
Yes (please describe)
Section 3: Improvements and Accessibility
9.
Would you be more likely to walk or bike on Pine Street if there were improved sidewalks, bike lanes, or other safety accommodations?
Yes
No
Maybe
10.
What types of improvements would make you feel safer using Pine Street? (Select up to three.)
Sidewalks or wider shoulders
Lower vehicle speeds or traffic calming measures
Improved street lighting
Bike lanes or shared-use markings
Better signage or crosswalks
Vegetation trimming for visibility
Improved drainage or pavement condition
Other (please specify)
11.
Do you or anyone in your household have accessibility needs (e.g., stroller use, mobility aids, wheelchair) that affect how you travel on Pine Street?
No
Yes (please describe)
Section 4: Final Thoughts
12.
How would you describe Pine Street in its current condition? (Select all that apply.)
Comfortable and safe for all users
Safe for drivers but not for pedestrians or cyclists
Narrow or difficult to share
Too much traffic for a residential street
Needs maintenance or safety improvements
13.
Please share any additional comments, concerns, or suggestions related to Pine Street:
Optional Section 5: About You
The following questions are optional and are included to help us ensure that our engagement efforts reach everyone in the community. Your responses help us make our outreach more inclusive and representative of the community as a whole.
14.
Which of the following best describes your relationship to Pine Street?
Resident of Pine Street
Resident of an adjacent street
Visitor or commuter who uses Pine Street regularly
Other (please specify)
15.
What is your age range?
Under 18
18–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60 or older
16.
Which of the following best describes your race/ethnicity? (Select all that apply)
American Indian, First Nations, or Alaska Native
Asian or Asian American
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latinx
Middle Eastern or North African
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
White
Another race
Prefer not to answer
17.
What best describes your educational experience?
Did not attend school
Some high school
High school diploma
Some college
College diploma
Some graduate school
Graduate school diploma
Prefer not to answer
18.
What language(s) do you speak at home? (Select all that apply)
Arabic
French
Portuguese
Somali
Spanish
Other (please specify)
Thank you for your time, and for sharing your experiences on Pine Street!
