Voices Of Central Coast - June 2024

Voices of Central Coast (VOCC) wants to rebuild the relationship between our Councillors and the people of the Central Coast.

What are the issues that are important to you?
What qualities are you looking for in a candidate for the Council elections?
How important is integrity, local democracy, action on climate change and planning for communities (rather than developers)?

Help us ensure that the next Central Coast Council reflects the priorities of our community - where decision making is based on what is best for our community, now and in the future - not what is best for a political party or vested interests.

Complete our questionnaire -and contact us if you want to be part of a new type of politics for the Central Coast!

Please note

only 1 questionnaire to be completed from each device
we will compile the results of this questionnaire in a Summary document
no individuals will be identified in the summary report unless approval is provided
We value your input!

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* 1. What suburb do you live in?

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* 2. What are your 3 biggest concerns about the Central Coast at the moment? (in no particular order)

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* 3. To what extent do you Agree or Disagree with these statements?

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I am concerned the Central Coast has had a dramatic increase in removal of vegetation in our urban environment. This has led to at least 19 suburbs identified as being subject to Urban Heat Island Effects.	I am concerned the Central Coast has had a dramatic increase in removal of vegetation in our urban environment. This has led to at least 19 suburbs identified as being subject to Urban Heat Island Effects. Strongly Agree	I am concerned the Central Coast has had a dramatic increase in removal of vegetation in our urban environment. This has led to at least 19 suburbs identified as being subject to Urban Heat Island Effects. Agree	I am concerned the Central Coast has had a dramatic increase in removal of vegetation in our urban environment. This has led to at least 19 suburbs identified as being subject to Urban Heat Island Effects. Neither	I am concerned the Central Coast has had a dramatic increase in removal of vegetation in our urban environment. This has led to at least 19 suburbs identified as being subject to Urban Heat Island Effects. Disagree	I am concerned the Central Coast has had a dramatic increase in removal of vegetation in our urban environment. This has led to at least 19 suburbs identified as being subject to Urban Heat Island Effects. Strongly Disagree	I am concerned the Central Coast has had a dramatic increase in removal of vegetation in our urban environment. This has led to at least 19 suburbs identified as being subject to Urban Heat Island Effects. Don't Know
I would like to see the new Councillors place protecting our local Central Coast environment as a high priority.	I would like to see the new Councillors place protecting our local Central Coast environment as a high priority. Strongly Agree	I would like to see the new Councillors place protecting our local Central Coast environment as a high priority. Agree	I would like to see the new Councillors place protecting our local Central Coast environment as a high priority. Neither	I would like to see the new Councillors place protecting our local Central Coast environment as a high priority. Disagree	I would like to see the new Councillors place protecting our local Central Coast environment as a high priority. Strongly Disagree	I would like to see the new Councillors place protecting our local Central Coast environment as a high priority. Don't Know
The Coastal Open Space System (COSS) is a valuable asset and should be protected for its environmental values, passive uses such as bushwalking and future generations.	The Coastal Open Space System (COSS) is a valuable asset and should be protected for its environmental values, passive uses such as bushwalking and future generations. Strongly Agree	The Coastal Open Space System (COSS) is a valuable asset and should be protected for its environmental values, passive uses such as bushwalking and future generations. Agree	The Coastal Open Space System (COSS) is a valuable asset and should be protected for its environmental values, passive uses such as bushwalking and future generations. Neither	The Coastal Open Space System (COSS) is a valuable asset and should be protected for its environmental values, passive uses such as bushwalking and future generations. Disagree	The Coastal Open Space System (COSS) is a valuable asset and should be protected for its environmental values, passive uses such as bushwalking and future generations. Strongly Disagree	The Coastal Open Space System (COSS) is a valuable asset and should be protected for its environmental values, passive uses such as bushwalking and future generations. Don't Know
Local communities should be consulted more about future planning in their local suburbs.	Local communities should be consulted more about future planning in their local suburbs. Strongly Agree	Local communities should be consulted more about future planning in their local suburbs. Agree	Local communities should be consulted more about future planning in their local suburbs. Neither	Local communities should be consulted more about future planning in their local suburbs. Disagree	Local communities should be consulted more about future planning in their local suburbs. Strongly Disagree	Local communities should be consulted more about future planning in their local suburbs. Don't Know
Climate change is a serious and urgent problem. We should be taking steps now to move way from fossil fuels, including gas.	Climate change is a serious and urgent problem. We should be taking steps now to move way from fossil fuels, including gas. Strongly Agree	Climate change is a serious and urgent problem. We should be taking steps now to move way from fossil fuels, including gas. Agree	Climate change is a serious and urgent problem. We should be taking steps now to move way from fossil fuels, including gas. Neither	Climate change is a serious and urgent problem. We should be taking steps now to move way from fossil fuels, including gas. Disagree	Climate change is a serious and urgent problem. We should be taking steps now to move way from fossil fuels, including gas. Strongly Disagree	Climate change is a serious and urgent problem. We should be taking steps now to move way from fossil fuels, including gas. Don't Know
The creative arts industry contributes significantly to the Central Coast economy. I believe that funding and support for the Arts and Culture sector should be increased on the Central Coast.	The creative arts industry contributes significantly to the Central Coast economy. I believe that funding and support for the Arts and Culture sector should be increased on the Central Coast. Strongly Agree	The creative arts industry contributes significantly to the Central Coast economy. I believe that funding and support for the Arts and Culture sector should be increased on the Central Coast. Agree	The creative arts industry contributes significantly to the Central Coast economy. I believe that funding and support for the Arts and Culture sector should be increased on the Central Coast. Neither	The creative arts industry contributes significantly to the Central Coast economy. I believe that funding and support for the Arts and Culture sector should be increased on the Central Coast. Disagree	The creative arts industry contributes significantly to the Central Coast economy. I believe that funding and support for the Arts and Culture sector should be increased on the Central Coast. Strongly Disagree	The creative arts industry contributes significantly to the Central Coast economy. I believe that funding and support for the Arts and Culture sector should be increased on the Central Coast. Don't Know
Land west of the M1 should be protected from increased development because it is the catchment for our drinking water and provides important agricultural land.	Land west of the M1 should be protected from increased development because it is the catchment for our drinking water and provides important agricultural land. Strongly Agree	Land west of the M1 should be protected from increased development because it is the catchment for our drinking water and provides important agricultural land. Agree	Land west of the M1 should be protected from increased development because it is the catchment for our drinking water and provides important agricultural land. Neither	Land west of the M1 should be protected from increased development because it is the catchment for our drinking water and provides important agricultural land. Disagree	Land west of the M1 should be protected from increased development because it is the catchment for our drinking water and provides important agricultural land. Strongly Disagree	Land west of the M1 should be protected from increased development because it is the catchment for our drinking water and provides important agricultural land. Don't Know
The Central Coast community should be asked whether they want Central Coast Council to stay merged - or demerge to two smaller Councils (with shared services).	The Central Coast community should be asked whether they want Central Coast Council to stay merged - or demerge to two smaller Councils (with shared services). Strongly Agree	The Central Coast community should be asked whether they want Central Coast Council to stay merged - or demerge to two smaller Councils (with shared services). Agree	The Central Coast community should be asked whether they want Central Coast Council to stay merged - or demerge to two smaller Councils (with shared services). Neither	The Central Coast community should be asked whether they want Central Coast Council to stay merged - or demerge to two smaller Councils (with shared services). Disagree	The Central Coast community should be asked whether they want Central Coast Council to stay merged - or demerge to two smaller Councils (with shared services). Strongly Disagree	The Central Coast community should be asked whether they want Central Coast Council to stay merged - or demerge to two smaller Councils (with shared services). Don't Know

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* 4. What do you think should be the top 5 priorities for the next Central Coast Council?

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* 5. Given the Central Coast LGA is the 3rd largest Council in NSW (by population) - do you think the community would be better represented if the number of Councillors was reduced from 15 to 9?

Yes

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* 6. Do you think that political parties should be allowed to run in Council elections?

Yes

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* 7. What qualities do you want in your local Councillor?

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* 8. Is there somebody that you think would be a good community independent candidate for the Council election? (Please name)

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* 9. If you would like to receive a summary of findings from this community survey, please provide your name and email:

Name

Email Address

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* 10. Tell us a little about yourself:

Age

Gender

Highest level of education

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* 11. Any other comments?

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