Louisville Litter Perception Survey
This survey will offer Public Works and the Waste Management District insight into Louisville residents' opinions on the effects, prevalence, and consequences of littering, and litter prevention and abatement efforts.
To what degree is litter in Louisville a problem?
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Not a problem
Minor problem
Neutral
Major problem
Severe problem
How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements?
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Strongly Agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Litter is an environmental problem.
Litter impacts my quality of life.
Litter leads to increased crime.
Litter poses a health or safety risk to people or animals.
Litter negatively impacts tourism.
Litter reduces property values.
Litter impacts business by decreasing revenues.
Litter cleanup costs reduce government funding available for other projects.
Litter contributes to flooding by clogging storm drains and waterways.
Where do you see the greatest amount of litter in Louisville? Select up to 3.
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Interstates
Local highways and streets
Alleys
River, creeks, and other waterways
Parks and other similar public areas
Large events, concerts, festivals, and parades
Downtown areas
Bus stops
Mall and shopping center outdoor or parking areas
Gas stations and convenience stores
Industrial, warehouse, manufacturing areas
Other
What do you think are the most commonly littered items in Louisville? Select up to 3.
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Fast food large items such as cups, wrappers, and bags
Fast food smaller items such as straws and sauce packages
Snack food bags or candy wrappers
Cigarette butts, cigar tips, or tobacco boxes/wrappers
Plastic grocery bags or other plastic bags
Non-alcoholic beverage bottles and cans
Alcoholic beverage container bottles
Uneaten food
Construction materials
Vehicle debris (tire tread or vehicle parts)
Tires
Other
How often do you physically see people litter?
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Often (weekly)
Sometimes (several times a month)
Rarely (a few times a year)
Never
What age group do you think is most likely to litter?
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14 years and under
15 to 24 years
25 to 34 years
35 to 54 years
55 years and over
All age groups the same
Unsure
Do you think most people litter on purpose (toss or throw) or accidentally (blows or escapes)?
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On purpose (toss or throw)
Accidentally (blows or escapes)
Both
Unsure
What is the top reason you think people litter?
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Littering is more convenient than properly disposing of trash
No trash cans nearby
People don't understand that litter is harmful to people or animals
People lack pride or ownership in their community
Laziness
People don't know littering is illegal
Unsure
Who do you think should mainly be responsible for cleaning up litter?
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The people who litter
Incarcerated people (Inmates)
Court-ordered community service
Adopt-a-Road or Adopt-a-Highway groups
Nonprofit or volunteer groups
Local government
State government
Unsure
How often do you see people pick up litter?
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Often (weekly)
Sometimes (several times a month)
Rarely (a few times a year)
Never
Have you seen, read or heard litter preventive messaging in Louisville? Check all that apply.
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TV or streaming
Social media
Radio
Billboards
Print
Word of mouth
None of the above
How often have you seen or heard litter prevention messages?
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Often (weekly)
Sometimes (several times a month)
Rarely (a few times a year)
Never
Briefly explain changes you've seen in attitudes about litter or littering behavior.
What is your gender?
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Please Select
Woman
Man
Non-binary
Prefer to self-describe
Prefer not to answer
Self-description:
Which age group applies to you?
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Please Select
Under 18
18 to 24 years
25 to 34 years
35 to 54 years
55 to 65 years
Over 65 years
What is your zip code?
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Comments
Please verify that you are human
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