Hackensack Community Survey

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* 1. Please select the following that best describes you (Select all that apply)

I live within the city limits of Hackensack.

I live outside the city limits of Hackensack.

I live outside of Cass County.

I live outside the State of Minnesota.

I work in Hackensack.

I own property in Hackensack.

I own a business in Hackensack.

I own seasonal/recreational property in city limits of Hackensack.

I own seasonal/recreational property near Hackensack.

I recreate and play in the city limits of Hackensack.

I recreate and play in the Hackensack lakes area.

Other (please specify)

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* 2. Please select your age range

Under 5 Years

5 to 9 years

10 to 14 years

15 to 19 years

20 to 24 years

25 to 34 years

35 to 44 years

45 to 54 years

55 to 59 years

60 to 64 years

65 to 74 years

75 to 84 years

85 years and older

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* 3. How long have you lived in or around Hackensack

Less than 1 Year

1-5 years

6-10 years

11-15 years

16-20 years

More than 20 years

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* 4. What would be your preferred annual population growth rate in Hackensack over the next 5 years (US current annual rate is ~0.5%)?

0% 313 people by 2025

1% 330 people by 2025

2% 346 people by 2025

3% 363 people by 2025

4% 381 people by 2025

5% 399 people by 2025

Not Sure

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* 5. In your opinion, to what extent should the City of Hackensack encourage or discourage each of the following types of residential development?

	Strongly encourage	encourage	no opinion	discourage	strongly discourage
Single-family residential	Single-family residential Strongly encourage	Single-family residential encourage	Single-family residential no opinion	Single-family residential discourage	Single-family residential strongly discourage
Senior housing	Senior housing Strongly encourage	Senior housing encourage	Senior housing no opinion	Senior housing discourage	Senior housing strongly discourage
Townhomes	Townhomes Strongly encourage	Townhomes encourage	Townhomes no opinion	Townhomes discourage	Townhomes strongly discourage
Apartments	Apartments Strongly encourage	Apartments encourage	Apartments no opinion	Apartments discourage	Apartments strongly discourage
Multi-family residences	Multi-family residences Strongly encourage	Multi-family residences encourage	Multi-family residences no opinion	Multi-family residences discourage	Multi-family residences strongly discourage
Manufactured housing community	Manufactured housing community Strongly encourage	Manufactured housing community encourage	Manufactured housing community no opinion	Manufactured housing community discourage	Manufactured housing community strongly discourage
Short Term Rentals	Short Term Rentals Strongly encourage	Short Term Rentals encourage	Short Term Rentals no opinion	Short Term Rentals discourage	Short Term Rentals strongly discourage
Hotel/Motel	Hotel/Motel Strongly encourage	Hotel/Motel encourage	Hotel/Motel no opinion	Hotel/Motel discourage	Hotel/Motel strongly discourage

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* 6. In your opinion, to what extent should the City of Hackensack encourage or discourage the following housing price categories (Select all that apply)?

	Strongly encourage	Encourage	No Opinion	Discourage	Strongly Discourage
Market Rate/Higher End Housing	Market Rate/Higher End Housing Strongly encourage	Market Rate/Higher End Housing Encourage	Market Rate/Higher End Housing No Opinion	Market Rate/Higher End Housing Discourage	Market Rate/Higher End Housing Strongly Discourage
Workforce/Middle Income Housing	Workforce/Middle Income Housing Strongly encourage	Workforce/Middle Income Housing Encourage	Workforce/Middle Income Housing No Opinion	Workforce/Middle Income Housing Discourage	Workforce/Middle Income Housing Strongly Discourage
Subsidized/Low Income Housing	Subsidized/Low Income Housing Strongly encourage	Subsidized/Low Income Housing Encourage	Subsidized/Low Income Housing No Opinion	Subsidized/Low Income Housing Discourage	Subsidized/Low Income Housing Strongly Discourage

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* 7. Using only six words, describe the City of Hackensack.

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* 8. What are Hackensack's top three challenges?

The availability of adequate job opportunities.

Supporting a year-round economy.

The availability of a suitable range of housing options.

Protecting the environment and natural resources.

The availability of adequate transportation options.

Providing for adequate utilities.

The availability of affordable high speed internet.

The availability of shopping options.

Other (please specify)

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* 9. What are Hackensack's three greatest assets (please specify)?

Asset #1

Asset #2

Asset #3

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* 10. Please indicate if you agree or disagree with the following statements:

	Agree	Neutral	Disagree
There is adequate bike access and infrastructure (Trails, bike lanes, bike parking, signage, etc.) in the City of Hackensack.	There is adequate bike access and infrastructure (Trails, bike lanes, bike parking, signage, etc.) in the City of Hackensack. Agree	There is adequate bike access and infrastructure (Trails, bike lanes, bike parking, signage, etc.) in the City of Hackensack. Neutral	There is adequate bike access and infrastructure (Trails, bike lanes, bike parking, signage, etc.) in the City of Hackensack. Disagree
Other (please specify)
Alternative modes of transportation, such as walking and biking are important.	Alternative modes of transportation, such as walking and biking are important. Agree	Alternative modes of transportation, such as walking and biking are important. Neutral	Alternative modes of transportation, such as walking and biking are important. Disagree
Other (please specify)
The access and flow of traffic on the roads in Hackensack are adequate.	The access and flow of traffic on the roads in Hackensack are adequate. Agree	The access and flow of traffic on the roads in Hackensack are adequate. Neutral	The access and flow of traffic on the roads in Hackensack are adequate. Disagree
Other (please specify)
Streets in Hackensack are generally well maintained.	Streets in Hackensack are generally well maintained. Agree	Streets in Hackensack are generally well maintained. Neutral	Streets in Hackensack are generally well maintained. Disagree
Other (please specify)
The City should offer charging infrastructure to encourage the use of electric vehicles.	The City should offer charging infrastructure to encourage the use of electric vehicles. Agree	The City should offer charging infrastructure to encourage the use of electric vehicles. Neutral	The City should offer charging infrastructure to encourage the use of electric vehicles. Disagree
Other (please specify)
City sidewalks are adequate and safe.	City sidewalks are adequate and safe. Agree	City sidewalks are adequate and safe. Neutral	City sidewalks are adequate and safe. Disagree
Other (please specify)
Crosswalks are in the right locations and are safe.	Crosswalks are in the right locations and are safe. Agree	Crosswalks are in the right locations and are safe. Neutral	Crosswalks are in the right locations and are safe. Disagree
Other (please specify)

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* 11. Please rank the following list of factors that make for a safe and healthy community (1 = most important; 10 = least important)

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* 12. Do you see any of the following as emergency threats to Hackensack in the next 5 years?

Power outages for more than 24 hours

Drought

Flood

Forest fire

Straight line winds (derecho)

Tornado

Not Sure

Other (please specify)

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* 13. Please indicate to what extent you agree or disagree with the following statements in regards to Hackensack:

	Strongly Agree	Agree	No opinion	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
I feel safe during all times of the day.	I feel safe during all times of the day. Strongly Agree	I feel safe during all times of the day. Agree	I feel safe during all times of the day. No opinion	I feel safe during all times of the day. Disagree	I feel safe during all times of the day. Strongly Disagree
I have access to healthy, locally grown foods.	I have access to healthy, locally grown foods. Strongly Agree	I have access to healthy, locally grown foods. Agree	I have access to healthy, locally grown foods. No opinion	I have access to healthy, locally grown foods. Disagree	I have access to healthy, locally grown foods. Strongly Disagree
I am within walking or biking distance to parks, open spaces.	I am within walking or biking distance to parks, open spaces. Strongly Agree	I am within walking or biking distance to parks, open spaces. Agree	I am within walking or biking distance to parks, open spaces. No opinion	I am within walking or biking distance to parks, open spaces. Disagree	I am within walking or biking distance to parks, open spaces. Strongly Disagree
I have access to adequate healthcare.	I have access to adequate healthcare. Strongly Agree	I have access to adequate healthcare. Agree	I have access to adequate healthcare. No opinion	I have access to adequate healthcare. Disagree	I have access to adequate healthcare. Strongly Disagree
Students in and around Hackensack have access to adequate educational opportunities.	Students in and around Hackensack have access to adequate educational opportunities. Strongly Agree	Students in and around Hackensack have access to adequate educational opportunities. Agree	Students in and around Hackensack have access to adequate educational opportunities. No opinion	Students in and around Hackensack have access to adequate educational opportunities. Disagree	Students in and around Hackensack have access to adequate educational opportunities. Strongly Disagree
I have access to adequate arts and cultural opportunities.	I have access to adequate arts and cultural opportunities. Strongly Agree	I have access to adequate arts and cultural opportunities. Agree	I have access to adequate arts and cultural opportunities. No opinion	I have access to adequate arts and cultural opportunities. Disagree	I have access to adequate arts and cultural opportunities. Strongly Disagree
I have access to affordable childcare.	I have access to affordable childcare. Strongly Agree	I have access to affordable childcare. Agree	I have access to affordable childcare. No opinion	I have access to affordable childcare. Disagree	I have access to affordable childcare. Strongly Disagree
I have access to affordable broadband.	I have access to affordable broadband. Strongly Agree	I have access to affordable broadband. Agree	I have access to affordable broadband. No opinion	I have access to affordable broadband. Disagree	I have access to affordable broadband. Strongly Disagree
I have adequate access to spiritual/faith based opportunities.	I have adequate access to spiritual/faith based opportunities. Strongly Agree	I have adequate access to spiritual/faith based opportunities. Agree	I have adequate access to spiritual/faith based opportunities. No opinion	I have adequate access to spiritual/faith based opportunities. Disagree	I have adequate access to spiritual/faith based opportunities. Strongly Disagree

Other (please specify)

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* 14. What are your primary concerns about COVID-19 (Select all that apply)?

The safety of my community as the pandemic continues

The emotional health of my household

Economic impact to my household

Economic impact to my community and business

Broadband access

Childcare access

Medical care access

Being able to pay housing, utility, and other bills

Going back to school

Access to a safe place to quarantine or isolate

None of the above

Other (please specify)

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* 15. Please indicate to what extent you agree or disagree with the following statements regarding best management practices for water quality.

	Strongly agree	Agree	No opinion	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
Having a natural vegetative buffer around a lake is a great way to protect water quality.	Having a natural vegetative buffer around a lake is a great way to protect water quality. Strongly agree	Having a natural vegetative buffer around a lake is a great way to protect water quality. Agree	Having a natural vegetative buffer around a lake is a great way to protect water quality. No opinion	Having a natural vegetative buffer around a lake is a great way to protect water quality. Disagree	Having a natural vegetative buffer around a lake is a great way to protect water quality. Strongly Disagree
I am interested in participating in efforts to improve water quality and shorelines.	I am interested in participating in efforts to improve water quality and shorelines. Strongly agree	I am interested in participating in efforts to improve water quality and shorelines. Agree	I am interested in participating in efforts to improve water quality and shorelines. No opinion	I am interested in participating in efforts to improve water quality and shorelines. Disagree	I am interested in participating in efforts to improve water quality and shorelines. Strongly Disagree
More restrictive buffer requirements are needed to preserve water quality.	More restrictive buffer requirements are needed to preserve water quality. Strongly agree	More restrictive buffer requirements are needed to preserve water quality. Agree	More restrictive buffer requirements are needed to preserve water quality. No opinion	More restrictive buffer requirements are needed to preserve water quality. Disagree	More restrictive buffer requirements are needed to preserve water quality. Strongly Disagree
I see the value in protecting the water quality of our lakes, rivers, and streams.	I see the value in protecting the water quality of our lakes, rivers, and streams. Strongly agree	I see the value in protecting the water quality of our lakes, rivers, and streams. Agree	I see the value in protecting the water quality of our lakes, rivers, and streams. No opinion	I see the value in protecting the water quality of our lakes, rivers, and streams. Disagree	I see the value in protecting the water quality of our lakes, rivers, and streams. Strongly Disagree
I believe protecting our natural resources is important (air, water, land, etc.).	I believe protecting our natural resources is important (air, water, land, etc.). Strongly agree	I believe protecting our natural resources is important (air, water, land, etc.). Agree	I believe protecting our natural resources is important (air, water, land, etc.). No opinion	I believe protecting our natural resources is important (air, water, land, etc.). Disagree	I believe protecting our natural resources is important (air, water, land, etc.). Strongly Disagree
Preventing Aquatic Invasive Species is needed to support healthy fish populations.	Preventing Aquatic Invasive Species is needed to support healthy fish populations. Strongly agree	Preventing Aquatic Invasive Species is needed to support healthy fish populations. Agree	Preventing Aquatic Invasive Species is needed to support healthy fish populations. No opinion	Preventing Aquatic Invasive Species is needed to support healthy fish populations. Disagree	Preventing Aquatic Invasive Species is needed to support healthy fish populations. Strongly Disagree
Preventing Aquatic Invasive Species is important to retain lake property value.	Preventing Aquatic Invasive Species is important to retain lake property value. Strongly agree	Preventing Aquatic Invasive Species is important to retain lake property value. Agree	Preventing Aquatic Invasive Species is important to retain lake property value. No opinion	Preventing Aquatic Invasive Species is important to retain lake property value. Disagree	Preventing Aquatic Invasive Species is important to retain lake property value. Strongly Disagree
The types and quantities of fish species caught in local lakes has improved over the last 20 years.	The types and quantities of fish species caught in local lakes has improved over the last 20 years. Strongly agree	The types and quantities of fish species caught in local lakes has improved over the last 20 years. Agree	The types and quantities of fish species caught in local lakes has improved over the last 20 years. No opinion	The types and quantities of fish species caught in local lakes has improved over the last 20 years. Disagree	The types and quantities of fish species caught in local lakes has improved over the last 20 years. Strongly Disagree
I am happy with the quality of my drinking water.	I am happy with the quality of my drinking water. Strongly agree	I am happy with the quality of my drinking water. Agree	I am happy with the quality of my drinking water. No opinion	I am happy with the quality of my drinking water. Disagree	I am happy with the quality of my drinking water. Strongly Disagree
Maintaining water quality for communities downstream in the watershed is important to me.	Maintaining water quality for communities downstream in the watershed is important to me. Strongly agree	Maintaining water quality for communities downstream in the watershed is important to me. Agree	Maintaining water quality for communities downstream in the watershed is important to me. No opinion	Maintaining water quality for communities downstream in the watershed is important to me. Disagree	Maintaining water quality for communities downstream in the watershed is important to me. Strongly Disagree

Other (please specify)

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* 16. Please indicate to what extent you agree with the following statements about solid waste and recycling in Hackensack.

	Strongly Agree	Agree	No opinion	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
There is an adequate supply of recycling stations in and around the City of Hackensack.	There is an adequate supply of recycling stations in and around the City of Hackensack. Strongly Agree	There is an adequate supply of recycling stations in and around the City of Hackensack. Agree	There is an adequate supply of recycling stations in and around the City of Hackensack. No opinion	There is an adequate supply of recycling stations in and around the City of Hackensack. Disagree	There is an adequate supply of recycling stations in and around the City of Hackensack. Strongly Disagree
I regularly recycle materials at a drop-off station or through my garbage pick-up service.	I regularly recycle materials at a drop-off station or through my garbage pick-up service. Strongly Agree	I regularly recycle materials at a drop-off station or through my garbage pick-up service. Agree	I regularly recycle materials at a drop-off station or through my garbage pick-up service. No opinion	I regularly recycle materials at a drop-off station or through my garbage pick-up service. Disagree	I regularly recycle materials at a drop-off station or through my garbage pick-up service. Strongly Disagree
I know where to drop off appliances and other household items when I no longer want them.	I know where to drop off appliances and other household items when I no longer want them. Strongly Agree	I know where to drop off appliances and other household items when I no longer want them. Agree	I know where to drop off appliances and other household items when I no longer want them. No opinion	I know where to drop off appliances and other household items when I no longer want them. Disagree	I know where to drop off appliances and other household items when I no longer want them. Strongly Disagree
Unused paint can be dropped off locally for reuse.	Unused paint can be dropped off locally for reuse. Strongly Agree	Unused paint can be dropped off locally for reuse. Agree	Unused paint can be dropped off locally for reuse. No opinion	Unused paint can be dropped off locally for reuse. Disagree	Unused paint can be dropped off locally for reuse. Strongly Disagree
There is a place I can locally drop off used cell phones or rechargeable batteries.	There is a place I can locally drop off used cell phones or rechargeable batteries. Strongly Agree	There is a place I can locally drop off used cell phones or rechargeable batteries. Agree	There is a place I can locally drop off used cell phones or rechargeable batteries. No opinion	There is a place I can locally drop off used cell phones or rechargeable batteries. Disagree	There is a place I can locally drop off used cell phones or rechargeable batteries. Strongly Disagree
I would pay and participate in a local composting program.	I would pay and participate in a local composting program. Strongly Agree	I would pay and participate in a local composting program. Agree	I would pay and participate in a local composting program. No opinion	I would pay and participate in a local composting program. Disagree	I would pay and participate in a local composting program. Strongly Disagree

Other (please specify)

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* 17. Please indicate to what extent you agree or disagree with the following statements regarding energy.

	Strongly Agree	Agree	No Opinion	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
I am willing to pay to reduce my electricity load at my house or business (i.e. LED lightbulbs, insulation, etc.)	I am willing to pay to reduce my electricity load at my house or business (i.e. LED lightbulbs, insulation, etc.) Strongly Agree	I am willing to pay to reduce my electricity load at my house or business (i.e. LED lightbulbs, insulation, etc.) Agree	I am willing to pay to reduce my electricity load at my house or business (i.e. LED lightbulbs, insulation, etc.) No Opinion	I am willing to pay to reduce my electricity load at my house or business (i.e. LED lightbulbs, insulation, etc.) Disagree	I am willing to pay to reduce my electricity load at my house or business (i.e. LED lightbulbs, insulation, etc.) Strongly Disagree
If it were free or low cost, I would participate in energy efficiency measures to reduce my electricity load at my home or business (i.e. LED lightbulbs, insulation, etc.).	If it were free or low cost, I would participate in energy efficiency measures to reduce my electricity load at my home or business (i.e. LED lightbulbs, insulation, etc.). Strongly Agree	If it were free or low cost, I would participate in energy efficiency measures to reduce my electricity load at my home or business (i.e. LED lightbulbs, insulation, etc.). Agree	If it were free or low cost, I would participate in energy efficiency measures to reduce my electricity load at my home or business (i.e. LED lightbulbs, insulation, etc.). No Opinion	If it were free or low cost, I would participate in energy efficiency measures to reduce my electricity load at my home or business (i.e. LED lightbulbs, insulation, etc.). Disagree	If it were free or low cost, I would participate in energy efficiency measures to reduce my electricity load at my home or business (i.e. LED lightbulbs, insulation, etc.). Strongly Disagree
I see value in increasing renewable energy (Solar, Wind, etc.) in the City of Hackensack.	I see value in increasing renewable energy (Solar, Wind, etc.) in the City of Hackensack. Strongly Agree	I see value in increasing renewable energy (Solar, Wind, etc.) in the City of Hackensack. Agree	I see value in increasing renewable energy (Solar, Wind, etc.) in the City of Hackensack. No Opinion	I see value in increasing renewable energy (Solar, Wind, etc.) in the City of Hackensack. Disagree	I see value in increasing renewable energy (Solar, Wind, etc.) in the City of Hackensack. Strongly Disagree
The City should prioritize saving money by reducing their energy use.	The City should prioritize saving money by reducing their energy use. Strongly Agree	The City should prioritize saving money by reducing their energy use. Agree	The City should prioritize saving money by reducing their energy use. No Opinion	The City should prioritize saving money by reducing their energy use. Disagree	The City should prioritize saving money by reducing their energy use. Strongly Disagree
The City should be able to generate their own electricity in case of emergency.	The City should be able to generate their own electricity in case of emergency. Strongly Agree	The City should be able to generate their own electricity in case of emergency. Agree	The City should be able to generate their own electricity in case of emergency. No Opinion	The City should be able to generate their own electricity in case of emergency. Disagree	The City should be able to generate their own electricity in case of emergency. Strongly Disagree

Other (please specify)

Hackensack Community Survey

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* 1. Please select the following that best describes you (Select all that apply)

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* 2. Please select your age range

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* 3. How long have you lived in or around Hackensack

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* 4. What would be your preferred annual population growth rate in Hackensack over the next 5 years (US current annual rate is ~0.5%)?

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* 5. In your opinion, to what extent should the City of Hackensack encourage or discourage each of the following types of residential development?

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* 6. In your opinion, to what extent should the City of Hackensack encourage or discourage the following housing price categories (Select all that apply)?

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* 7. Using only six words, describe the City of Hackensack.

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* 8. What are Hackensack's top three challenges?

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* 9. What are Hackensack's three greatest assets (please specify)?

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* 10. Please indicate if you agree or disagree with the following statements:

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* 11. Please rank the following list of factors that make for a safe and healthy community (1 = most important; 10 = least important)

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* 12. Do you see any of the following as emergency threats to Hackensack in the next 5 years?

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* 13. Please indicate to what extent you agree or disagree with the following statements in regards to Hackensack:

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* 14. What are your primary concerns about COVID-19 (Select all that apply)?

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* 15. Please indicate to what extent you agree or disagree with the following statements regarding best management practices for water quality.

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* 16. Please indicate to what extent you agree with the following statements about solid waste and recycling in Hackensack.

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* 17. Please indicate to what extent you agree or disagree with the following statements regarding energy.

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* 18. What opportunities do you see for energy and environment related projects in Hackensack?

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* 19. Complete the following statement using your own words: "Today, the City of Hackensack is . . ."

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* 20. Complete the following statement using your own words: "In the future, Hackensack will be . . . "

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* 21. What other comments would you like to include that this survey did not cover?