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What are your priorities for police services in Sammamish?

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Please rate the following statement around your perception of safety in Sammamish?

Sammamish is a safe city.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 54.0% 87
Agree 41.0% 66
Neutral 5.0% 8
I feel safe in my home.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 60.2% 97
Agree 36.0% 58
Neutral 3.1% 5
I feel safe walking alone in my neighborhood during the day.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 72.7% 117
Agree 25.5% 41
Neutral 1.9% 3
I feel safe walking alone in my neighborhood after dark.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 38.5% 62
Agree 41.0% 66
Neutral 12.4% 20
Disagree 7.5% 12
Does Not Apply 0.6% 1
I feel safe having my child/children walk in our neighborhood during the day.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 31.1% 50
Agree 28.0% 45
Neutral 12.4% 20
Disagree 4.3% 7
Does Not Apply 24.2% 39

What types of crime are you most concerned about occurring in Sammamish?

Violent crimes (e.g. homicide, sexual assault, domestic violence)
Response Percent Response Count
Very Concerned 11.2% 18
Concerned 22.4% 36
Somewhat Concerned 27.3% 44
Neutral 15.5% 25
Not Concerned 22.4% 36
Property crimes (e.g. theft, burglary, vandalism, graffiti)
Response Percent Response Count
Very Concerned 38.5% 62
Concerned 44.1% 71
Somewhat Concerned 13.7% 22
Neutral 2.5% 4
Not Concerned 0.6% 1
Traffic crimes (e.g. driving while intoxicated, speeding)
Response Percent Response Count
Very Concerned 27.3% 44
Concerned 45.3% 73
Somewhat Concerned 18.6% 30
Neutral 5.6% 9
Not Concerned 2.5% 4
Societal crimes (e.g. disorderly conduct, drug abuse, gang activity)
Response Percent Response Count
Very Concerned 13.7% 22
Concerned 29.8% 48
Somewhat Concerned 33.5% 54
Neutral 8.1% 13
Not Concerned 14.3% 23

Have you limited or changed your activities in Sammamish because you are concerned about crime?

Response Percent Response Count
Yes 25.5% 41
No 74.5% 120

If you have limited or changed your activities in Sammamish because you are concerned about crime, please explain:

Answered
44
Skipped
119

Please rate the following statements around your perception of Police in Sammamish:

If I need assistance, I am comfortable calling the Sammamish Police Department.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 65.6% 107
Agree 26.4% 43
Neutral 5.5% 9
Disagree 1.2% 2
Strongly Disagree 0.6% 1
I am confident in the ability of the Sammamish Police Department to serve my needs.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 50.9% 83
Agree 27.6% 45
Neutral 18.4% 30
Disagree 3.1% 5
The police presence in Sammamish is adequate.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 24.5% 40
Agree 33.7% 55
Neutral 30.1% 49
Disagree 9.8% 16
Strongly Disagree 1.8% 3

During the past year, did you have contact with a Police Officer from the Sammamish Police Department?

Response Percent Response Count
Yes 35.6% 58
No 64.4% 105

Under what circumstances did you have contact with the Sammamish Police Department during the past year? (Please check all that apply)

Response Percent Response Count
Victim of a crime 15.5% 9
Reported a crime or provided information about a crime 34.5% 20
Traffic related (e.g. accident, traffic stop, parking ticket) 19.0% 11
Non-crime police services (e.g. requested house checks, got fingerprinted, requested a record) 43.1% 25
Do not wish to declare 3.4% 2

Please rate the following statements:

The officer(s) I had contact with expressed interest in helping me.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 63.8% 37
Agree 17.2% 10
Neutral 8.6% 5
Disagree 5.2% 3
Strongly Disagree 3.4% 2
Does not Apply 1.7% 1
The officer(s) I had contact with demonstrated professionalism.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 70.7% 41
Agree 17.2% 10
Neutral 8.6% 5
Strongly Disagree 1.7% 1
Does not Apply 1.7% 1
The officer(s) I had contact with made me feel comfortable.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 62.1% 36
Agree 20.7% 12
Neutral 5.2% 3
Disagree 5.2% 3
Strongly Disagree 3.4% 2
Does not Apply 1.7% 1
The officer(s) I had contact with did an excellent job.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 70.7% 41
Agree 12.1% 7
Neutral 12.1% 7
Strongly Disagree 1.7% 1
Does not Apply 3.4% 2

Overall, how well do you feel the Sammamish Police Department does providing services to the community?

Response Percent Response Count
Excellent 40.1% 65
Good 42.0% 68
Fair 9.3% 15
Poor 0.6% 1
Not sure/Don't know 8.0% 13

How important are the following services to you? (Please rank, starting with your first priority)

Average priorities over 163 responses

  1. How quickly officers respond to calls.

    Prompt response times

  2. Including patrol officers, school resource officers, community policing, etc.

    Having police be visible and present in the community

  3. Including property crimes and violent crimes

    Investigation of crimes by detectives

  4. Including driving under the influence, minors in possession, public intoxication, etc.

    Drug and alcohol enforcement

  5. Including speeding and other traffic violations

    Traffic enforcement

  6. Random checks while residnes are out of town.

    House checks for out-of-town residents

To what extent does the Sammamish Police Department develop relationships with the community and/or work with the community to solve problems? (e.g. public meetings, emails, casual interactions with officers)

Response Percent Response Count
To a great extent 9.3% 15
A lot 25.9% 42
A little 21.6% 35
Not at all 3.1% 5
Not sure/Don't know 40.1% 65

How interested would you be in the following police programs or events?:

Attending an informational community police citizen’s academy (A program designed to acquaint individuals with the activities of the Sammamish Police Department
Response Percent Response Count
Very Interested 16.0% 26
Interested 39.5% 64
Neutral 27.2% 44
Not Interested 17.3% 28
A youth explorer program (A program to bridge the gap between youth and police by educating and involving them in police operations)
Response Percent Response Count
Very Interested 16.7% 27
Interested 34.6% 56
Neutral 24.7% 40
Not Interested 19.1% 31
Very Disinterested 4.9% 8
Joining the Sammamish Police Department Volunteer program (A program that allows residents to volunteer their time and skills with the Sammamish Police Department)
Response Percent Response Count
Very Interested 9.9% 16
Interested 27.2% 44
Neutral 29.0% 47
Not Interested 30.2% 49
Very Disinterested 3.7% 6

Do you have any additional comments regarding the Sammamish Police Department or the services provided by the Sammamish Police Department?

Answered
77
Skipped
86

Are you a business owner in the City of Sammamish?

Response Percent Response Count
Yes 10.6% 17
No 89.4% 144

What is your age?

Response Percent Response Count
18-34 3.1% 5
35-49 35.0% 56
50-64 38.8% 62
65-84 23.1% 37

What is your gender?

Response Percent Response Count
Male 49.1% 78
Female 50.3% 80
Other 0.6% 1

What is your race or ethnicity (choose all that apply)

Response Percent Response Count
American Indian or Alaska Native 1.3% 2
Asian - Chinese 3.2% 5
Asian - Indian 4.5% 7
Asian - Other 2.6% 4
Black or African American 1.3% 2
Hispanic 0.6% 1
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 0.6% 1
White 87.7% 135
Some other race 3.2% 5

What is your annual household income?

Response Percent Response Count
$25,000 - $50,000 3.5% 5
$50,001 - $75,000 5.0% 7
$75,001 - $100,000 12.8% 18
$100,001 - $150,000 19.9% 28
$150,001 - $200,000 24.8% 35
Over $200,000 34.0% 48
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June 4, 2018, 7:30 PM
  • Please rate the following statement around your perception of safety in Sammamish?
    • Sammamish is a safe city. - Agree
    • I feel safe in my home. - Agree
    • I feel safe walking alone in my neighborhood during the day. - Agree
    • I feel safe walking alone in my neighborhood after dark. - Agree
    • I feel safe having my child/children walk in our neighborhood during the day. - Agree
  • What types of crime are you most concerned about occurring in Sammamish?
    • Violent crimes (e.g. homicide, sexual assault, domestic violence) - Very Concerned
    • Property crimes (e.g. theft, burglary, vandalism, graffiti) - Very Concerned
    • Traffic crimes (e.g. driving while intoxicated, speeding) - Very Concerned
    • Societal crimes (e.g. disorderly conduct, drug abuse, gang activity) - Very Concerned
  • Have you limited or changed your activities in Sammamish because you are concerned about crime?
    • No
  • If you have limited or changed your activities in Sammamish because you are concerned about crime, please explain:
    No response.
  • Please rate the following statements around your perception of Police in Sammamish:
    • If I need assistance, I am comfortable calling the Sammamish Police Department. - Strongly Agree
    • I am confident in the ability of the Sammamish Police Department to serve my needs. - Strongly Agree
    • The police presence in Sammamish is adequate. - Strongly Agree
  • During the past year, did you have contact with a Police Officer from the Sammamish Police Department?
    • No
  • Overall, how well do you feel the Sammamish Police Department does providing services to the community?
    • Fair
  • How important are the following services to you? (Please rank, starting with your first priority)

    1. Including speeding and other traffic violations

      Traffic enforcement

    2. Including driving under the influence, minors in possession, public intoxication, etc.

      Drug and alcohol enforcement

    3. How quickly officers respond to calls.

      Prompt response times

    4. Including patrol officers, school resource officers, community policing, etc.

      Having police be visible and present in the community

    5. Random checks while residnes are out of town.

      House checks for out-of-town residents

    6. Including property crimes and violent crimes

      Investigation of crimes by detectives
  • To what extent does the Sammamish Police Department develop relationships with the community and/or work with the community to solve problems? (e.g. public meetings, emails, casual interactions with officers)
    • Not at all
  • How interested would you be in the following police programs or events?:
    • Attending an informational community police citizen’s academy (A program designed to acquaint individuals with the activities of the Sammamish Police Department - Interested
    • A youth explorer program (A program to bridge the gap between youth and police by educating and involving them in police operations) - Very Interested
    • Joining the Sammamish Police Department Volunteer program (A program that allows residents to volunteer their time and skills with the Sammamish Police Department) - Very Interested
  • Do you have any additional comments regarding the Sammamish Police Department or the services provided by the Sammamish Police Department?
    Speak with respect - don't shout or bark orders. Do your service with a smile - you are paid by taxpayer - show your gratitude through politeness. Stop appearing and acting tough. Walk the neighborhood - be seen on foot more. Be nice like the London Bobbies and not like a NRA thug!
  • Are you a business owner in the City of Sammamish?
    • No
  • What is your age?
    • 50-64
  • What is your gender?
    • Male
  • What is your race or ethnicity (choose all that apply)
    • Asian - Indian
  • What is your annual household income?
    • Over $200,000
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