Questions

· Answers

Numbers of responses

Are you satisfied with your city’s waste collection system?

Total: 1000

· Satisfied

196

· Somewhat satisfied

635

· Not satisfied

169

What do you think is the most important issue to consider in improving the existing USW management?

Total: 1000

· Public participation and involvement in waste collection and separation

295

· Education and involvement in reuse, reduction, and recycling

347

· Technology development for waste treatment and recycling

276

· Safety and pollution prevention in waste treatment facilities

82

Is there a waste treatment facility near you?

Total: 1000

· I see a waste treatment facility every day

284

· I do not see a waste treatment facility every day

716

Do you have a negative view of waste treatment facilities?

Total: 1000

· Very

78

· Somewhat

549

· Not at all

373

What is the main reason why you have a negative view of such facilities?

Total: 627

· A bad view/feeling

159

· Risks associated with pollution and unpleasant odors from such facilities

414

· Decreases in the price and value of real estate as a result of such facilities

54

What do you need if a waste treatment facility were to open near your house?

Total: 2000 (Percent)

· A good view

608 (30%)

· A clean and odor-free facility

738 (37%)

· Compensation for reduced land/housing prices

198 (10%)

· Fringe benefits such as reduced heating charges and discounts on welfare facilities

456 (23%)