Resident Sentiment Survey
Please take 10-15 minutes to complete a survey that provides Hinsdale County residents an opportunity to share their ideas and opinions about the local tourism industry. Responses are anonymous and will help us better understand resident sentiment as we continue to develop and manage tourism locally.
1. What is your age?
2. What town or city is your primary residence?
3. How long have you been a resident of that town or city?
4. Are you employed in the tourism industry?
Yes
No
5. Overall, I think tourism is good for Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
6. Overall, the positive impacts of tourism outweigh the negative impacts.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
7. I would like to see more tourists coming to Hinsdale County throughout the year.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
8. I would like to see more tourists coming to Hinsdale County during winter.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
9. I support investment in tourism infrastructure (or development) and tourism promotions needed to attract more winter visitors.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
10. Tourism development is happening too fast in Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
11. Tourism is important to the local economy of Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
12. My community has become too dependent on tourism in sustaining the local economy of Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
13. Residents are consulted when major tourism development takes place in Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
14. We should host more major events that attract tourists to Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
15. I am well informed about tourism efforts in Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
16. My local government is doing a good job managing the pace of tourism development.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
17. My local government is doing a good job at promoting tourism to Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
18. I like the way my local tourism advertising represents Hinsdale County
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
19. Tourism improves my quality of life in Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
20. I support using public funds to partially fund tourism marketing efforts.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
21. Without tax revenues we get from tourism, we would have to pay higher state and local taxes for government programs and services.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
22. My standard of living is higher because of the money tourists spend in Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
23. The sales and lodging tax that tourists pay on their purchases adequately compensates for the wear-and-tear they create on our infrastructure and outdoor recreation areas.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
24. The tourism industry in Hinsdale County has a positive impact on local businesses.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
25. The growth of tourism is causing prices to rise, making things less affordable for residents.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
26. Hotel and lodging taxes should be used for more than the promotion of tourism.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
27. I have access to more quality restaurants, events, and attractions because of the tourism dollars that support those activities in Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
28. I try to be friendly and helpful to tourists.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
29. I enjoy being an ambassador for tourism attractions and activities in Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
30. Tourism creates parking/traffic problems.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
31. Tourism has elevated the price of housing in Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
32. Short term rentals (ie: AirBNB, VRBO, Homeaway) have been a positive addition to Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
33. Short term rentals (ie: AirBNB, VRBO, Homeaway) should have more regulations.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
34. Tourism supports the preservation of local culture in Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
35. There are more recreational opportunities (places to go and things to do) because of tourism in Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
36. The quality of public services has improved due to the tourism industry in Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
37. Attractions and leisure facilities are becoming overcrowded because of more tourists.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
38. Tourism increases wildfire danger in and around Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
39. Tourism can help the environment as local governments and people seek to protect sensitive and scenic areas
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
40. The tourism industry values sustainability and the state’s natural resources
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
41. Overcrowding by tourists is spoiling our natural areas.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
42. The tourism industry is doing a good job of educating visitors how to be responsible travelers.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
43. I would like to see more reservation systems become available for outdoor experiences in Colorado.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
44. Wayfinding and signage for visitors is adequate in Hinsdale County.
N/A
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
45. What experiences or attractions do you suggest travelers visit during their time in Hinsdale County?
46. Have you heard about any initiatives (the Lake City Visitor Guide, LakeCity.com, official Lake City social media) by the Lake City / Hinsdale County Marketing Committee?
Yes
No
47. If you answered yes to question 44, how have you been exposed to the Lake City / Hinsdale County Marketing Committee.
48. About the Lake City Marketing Committee: The Purpose of the Lake City/Hinsdale County Marketing Committee is to promote tourism in Lake City and Hinsdale County. The Mission of the Marketing Committee is to assist in maintaining a robust county-wide economy by attracting visitors through external marketing. Having read the mission statement, I have a favorable attitude toward the Marketing Committee.
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