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Resident Trust & Accountability in Local Government

Measures resident perceptions of trust, fairness, transparency, and accountability in local public services. Designed for municipal governments and civic organizations seeking actionable feedback to improve governance and resident relations.

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Q1
Chat Message
Welcome to this survey about your experiences with local government. This survey is conducted to understand how residents view the trust, fairness, transparency, and accountability of local public services. Your participation is completely voluntary, and you may stop at any time. There are no right or wrong answers — we are interested in your honest opinions. All responses are confidential and will be reported only in aggregate. The survey takes approximately 6–8 minutes to complete. By continuing, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old and consent to participate.
Q2
Multiple Choice
Do you currently live in the city, town, or county this survey is about?
  • Yes
  • No
Q3
Multiple Choice
In the past 12 months, have you interacted with any local public service (for example, permits, sanitation, schools, health clinics, public safety, or housing)?
  • Yes
  • No
Q4
Opinion Scale
Thinking about your most recent interaction with a local public service, please indicate how much you agree or disagree: "I was treated with courtesy and respect."
Range: 1 7
Min: Strongly disagreeMid: NeutralMax: Strongly agree
Q5
Opinion Scale
"The process was straightforward and easy to follow."
Range: 1 7
Min: Strongly disagreeMid: NeutralMax: Strongly agree
Q6
Opinion Scale
"I received a response within a reasonable time."
Range: 1 7
Min: Strongly disagreeMid: NeutralMax: Strongly agree
Q7
Opinion Scale
"I was treated fairly regardless of my background."
Range: 1 7
Min: Strongly disagreeMid: NeutralMax: Strongly agree
Q8
Opinion Scale
"The outcome or next steps were clearly explained to me."
Range: 1 7
Min: Strongly disagreeMid: NeutralMax: Strongly agree
Q9
Opinion Scale
Overall, how much do you trust your local government to do what is right for residents?
Range: 1 7
Min: Not at allMid: NeutralMax: Completely
Q10
Opinion Scale
How satisfied are you with the overall quality of services provided by your local government?
Range: 1 7
Min: Not at all satisfiedMid: NeutralMax: Extremely satisfied
Q11
Long Text
What, if anything, most influences your level of trust in local government — whether positively or negatively? Please share any specific examples.
Max chars
Q12
Opinion Scale
Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with each statement about your local government. "My local government treats all residents fairly, regardless of their background."
Range: 1 7
Min: Strongly disagreeMid: NeutralMax: Strongly agree
Q13
Opinion Scale
"Residents have a meaningful say in local government decisions."
Range: 1 7
Min: Strongly disagreeMid: NeutralMax: Strongly agree
Q14
Opinion Scale
"Local officials listen to and care about residents' concerns."
Range: 1 7
Min: Strongly disagreeMid: NeutralMax: Strongly agree
Q15
Opinion Scale
"Decision-making processes give all neighborhoods and communities equal attention."
Range: 1 7
Min: Strongly disagreeMid: NeutralMax: Strongly agree
Q16
Opinion Scale
How transparent is your local government about how decisions are made and how public funds are spent?
Range: 1 7
Min: Not at all transparentMid: NeutralMax: Completely transparent
Q17
Multiple Choice
In the past 6 months, which sources have you used to get information from your local government? Select all that apply.
  • City/municipal website
  • Social media (official government accounts)
  • Local news outlets (TV, radio, newspaper)
  • Community meetings or town halls
  • 311/helpline or service app
  • Email or text alerts/newsletters
  • Friends, family, or neighbors
  • Other (please specify)
  • None — I have not sought information
Q18
Ranking
From the list below, rank the three actions that would do the most to improve local government accountability (drag to reorder; 1 = most helpful).
Drag to order (top = most important)
  1. Publish clear performance dashboards
  2. Stronger independent audits and oversight
  3. Simpler, faster complaint and appeals process
  4. Publish detailed spending and contracts
  5. More participatory budgeting and resident input
  6. Open data on services and outcomes
Q19
Opinion Scale
How confident are you that local officials are held accountable when mistakes or misconduct occur?
Range: 1 7
Min: Not at all confidentMid: NeutralMax: Completely confident
Q20
Long Text
Based on your responses in this survey, if you could change one thing to make local government fairer, more transparent, or more accountable, what would it be?
Max chars
Q21
AI Interview
Thank you for your responses so far. We'd like to explore a few of your thoughts in more depth. An AI moderator will ask you up to 2 short follow-up questions — please respond as openly as you like.
AI InterviewLength: 2Personality: [Object Object]Mode: Fast
Reference questions: 6
Q22
Dropdown
What is your age?
  • 18–24
  • 25–34
  • 35–44
  • 45–54
  • 55–64
  • 65 or older
  • Prefer not to say
Q23
Multiple Choice
What is your gender?
  • Woman
  • Man
  • Non-binary
  • Prefer to self-describe
  • Prefer not to say
Q24
Dropdown
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
  • Less than high school
  • High school or equivalent
  • Some college / associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Postgraduate degree
  • Prefer not to say
Q25
Multiple Choice
Which best describes the area where you live?
  • Urban center
  • Suburban area
  • Small town
  • Rural area
  • Prefer not to say
Q26
Chat Message
Thank you for completing this survey. Your responses are confidential and will be used in aggregate to help improve local public services. If you have questions about this study, please contact [research team email].

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