To gauge public opinion on important water issues in the region such as long-term water supply planning, water needs, and water quality, Downs & St. Germain Research, on behalf of Tampa Bay Water, conducted a telephone and online survey of 1,200 randomly selected households in the Tampa Bay Water area. This sampling of households is statistically valid for both the tri-county region as a whole, as well as each county individually. Some key findings of the survey include:
The results of the survey are being used in the Long-term Master Water Plan selection criteria and will be also to develop the agency’s communications and outreach plans. To see the full survey report, click here.