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2. 1. Are you...

   1. a part-time resident
   2. a full-time resident
4. Other (please specify):
6. 2. How often do you frequent businesses or services in the Town of Poughkeepsie?

   1. Daily
   2. Once or twice a week
   3. A few times a week
   4. A few times a month
   5. Rarely
   6. Never
8. 3. If offered, would you sign up for a loyalty/rewards program for local businesses?

   1. Yes
   2. No
10. 4. When choosing to shop local, where do you look for information to make a final decision? Please check all that apply.

    1. Newspapers and magazines
    2. Catalogs or direct mail
    3. Radio
    4. Television
    5. Websites
    6. Social Media
    7. In-store
    8. Family/Friend referral
12. Other (please specify):
14. 5. Which factor most influences your decision to choose small businesses over larger chains? Please check all that apply.

    1. Quality of products/services
    2. Convenience
    3. To support the local economy
    4. Prices
16. Other (please specify):
18. 6. What kind of promotions or community events inspire and motivate you to shop in Poughkeepsie? Please check all that apply.

    1. In-store promotions
    2. Business-specific events
    3. Special guest appearances
    4. Community-wide contests
    5. Art or wine strolls
    6. Car shows
    7. Theater/Entertainment events
    8. Street festivals
    9. Farmers' markets
20. Other (please specify):
22. 7. Are there specific reasons you tend to NOT shop with Poughkeepsie retailers? Please check all that apply.

    1. Lack of or inflexible return policy
    2. Pressure to purchase
    3. Price points
    4. Store hours
    5. No online shopping option
    6. No delivery option
    7. Poor customer service
    8. Limited selection
24. Other (please specify):
26. 8. Are there specific reasons that you tend to not dine with Poughkeepsie restaurants?

    1. Value/price points
    2. Restaurant hours
    3. No “to-go” option
    4. No delivery option
    5. Poor customer service
    6. Types of cuisine
28. Other (please specify):
30. 9. What products or services would you like to see that aren’t there currently?
32. 10. What would encourage you to shop more locally? (Examples: broadened store hours, delivery, online shopping, product selection etc).
34. 11. Would you like to see more events or community activities in town, and if so, what kinds? Please list/explain.
36. 12. Do you have any recommendations or suggestions for improving communication between local businesses and residents?
38. 13. If you have any suggestions that you feel would benefit the Town of Poughkeepsie and the community, as well as benefit the local businesses and restaurants, please add them here.

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