Organic Lawn Care Knowledge Survey
This anonymous 2-minute survey helps us understand how Port Washington residents think about lawn care, chemicals, and bay pollution. Your answers will help students raise awareness and propose realistic solutions.
Before today, had you heard of “lawn runoff”?(Definition: rain washes lawn chemicals into storm drains and the bay.)
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Yes, I understand it well.
I have heard of it but don't know the details.
No, this is new to me.
How aware are you of the environmental impact of lawn chemicals on Manhasset Bay? What is a benefit of using organic lawncare methods?
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Very aware
Somewhat aware
Slightly aware
Not aware
How concerned are you about lawn chemicals affecting water quality, wildlife, and community health?
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Very concerned
Somewhat concerned
Slightly concerned
Not concerned
Which best describes your current lawn care approach?
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Mostly conventional chemicals
Mostly organic products
A mix of organic and conventional
Not sure what my landscaper uses
I don’t use a landscaper
Have you ever asked your landscaper about organic lawn-care options?
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Yes.
No, but I would consider it.
No, and I probably wouldn’t.
I didn’t know organic options existed
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Would you be willing to pay more for organic lawn care?
Yes, definitely
Yes, if the price increase is small
Maybe, depending on effectiveness
No, cost is a major factor
Which statement best reflects your view?
I prefer organic even if it costs more
I prefer organic only if it works as well as conventional
I prefer a mix of organic and conventional
I prioritize cost and effectiveness over environmental impact
If organic options were available and reasonably priced, how likely are you to choose them?
Very likely
Likely
Unlikely
Very unlikely
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Do you think Port Washington should move toward more environmentally friendly lawn care?
Yes
Somewhat☐
Not sure
No
When renewing your landscaper contract, which options would you realistically consider?
Asking about organic options
Switching to organic fertilizers
Using organic pesticides
Using a hybrid approach (some organic, some conventional)
Staying fully conventional
I’m unsure
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