Warwick Business Satisfaction Survey

Survey Importance

Business members' perceptions about community issues, crime, and the police are important. Surveys can help to better understand what issues are of most concern to the people who work in Warwick. Further, by sharing survey results, police may be able to respond more effectively to the needs of the the business community. This online survey asks your perceptions of community issues in Warwick. There are also questions that ask your opinion of the police. Other questions focus on neighborhood watch, safety issues, and your level of satisfaction with working in Warwick. The views of of the Warwick business community are very important. There is no identifying information on the survey. Your responses will be completely anonymous and confidential. Your honest opinions, input, and suggestions are appreciated. By answering this survey you are contributing to a better understanding of what is important to those who work in Warwick.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Warwick Police Department at 401-468-4200 and ask for Sergeant Matthew Higgins. Thank you for your time and assistance with this survey.
1.By checking the circle below, I certify that I have given my full consent to participate in this study. I am an adult of at least 18 years of age.
2.For each statement below, please check the response that best reflects your viewpoint about safety, your community, and the City of Warwick.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
No Opinion
I feel safe in my business.
I feel safe walking alone in my business' neighborhood.
I take self-protective measures (such as locking my doors) to prevent crime.
Warwick is generally a safe community for businesses.
I am satisfied with the city of Warwick's quality of life for businesses.
3.For each statement below, please check the response that bests reflects your opinion about the Warwick Police.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
No Opinion
The Warwick Police do a good job keeping Warwick businesses safe.
Warwick Police Officers are courteous.
Warwick Police Officers perform their duties to the best of their ability.
Warwick Police Officers treat business owners in a fair and just manner.
The Warwick Police Departments keeps business owners informed about crime in Warwick.
Warwick Police Officers are professional in their conduct.
Overall, the Warwick Police Department performs its job well.
I have confidence in the Warwick Police Department.
Warwick Police Officers are professional in their appearance.
The Warwick Police respond promptly when called.
4.For each statement below, please check the box that best reflects your perception of the extent of community problems in Warwick.
Very Common
Common
Occasional
Rare
Illegal dumping
Parking/traffic/speeding problems
Loitering
Theft or burglary
Violent crime (e.g. robbery, assault)
Noisy neighbors
Vandalism to cars or other property
Drug use
Drug dealing
Domestic violence
Juvenile crime
Public drunkenness
5.In the past 12 months, do you believe that crime in Warwick has:

6.Do you think the Warwick Police Department should wear body cameras?
7.Do you think that the business owners' perceptions of the Warwick Police wearing body cameras would be positive or negative?
8.Do you believe there would be privacy concerns with the Warwick Police Department wearing body cameras?
9.Have you had any contact with any member of the Warwick Police Department in the past year?
10.Do you have any recommendations and suggestions for improvements at the Warwick Police Department? Please describe below.
11.What is your age?
12.What is your gender?
13. Which best describes your race/ethnicity?
14.How long has your business been open in Warwick?
15.How many people does your business employ?
Current Progress,
0 of 15 answered