Greetings residents of Gingersnap! Thank you for participating in our survey a few months ago. The purpose of the survey was to see how strong of a "sense of community" exists on your block. 
 
 

Here’s what you said...
 
 
 

Many of you indicated that you feel connected to each other, but not in all respects. Additionally, you said that you feel you belong on Gingersnap. Here are the results:

• Residents on the block know each other (38% agreed).

• People who live on the block think of themselves as a community (63% agreed).

• People on the block feel isolated from each other (75% disagreed).

• People on the block feel connected to each other (38% agreed).

• Residents don’t care about the block’s future (100% disagreed).

• People feel they belong on Gingersnap (88% agreed).

The majority of you (75%) agreed with the statement, "People on this block watch out for each other." In addition, 63% said that people on Gingersnap would give rides to each other if needed. Fifty percent said that people take care of each others’ plants, pets, and kids. Additionally, 100% of you indicated that people on this block participate in the curbside recycling program. Congratulations!

Neighbors are Friendly

When asked the question, "What is it that you feel contributes most to your sense of community on your block?," almost all of you mentioned your neighbors. In addition, many of you said that the appearance of the block is the best thing about living on Gingersnap.

The overall sense of community on Gingersnap appears to be mixed. Sixty-three percent of you told us that the overall sense of community on Gingersnap is "just about right." However, the other 37% thought that it was too little. Residents told us that more social activities would help to increase it. Eighty-eight percent of you said Gingersnap is a safe block to walk on at night. Although you indicated that few of you socialize with each other, almost all of you said that there are no major problems facing Gingersnap.

Once again, we appreciate the time that each of you took to participate in our survey and to let us know a little bit about yourselves. If you have any questions about this survey, please feel free to contact John Schweitzer at 353-9144, Michigan State University, Urban Affairs Programs.