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What alternative transportation to work are you using to save on fuel?
Bicycle Walking Carpooling Something else None of the above

Did you stock up on stamps before today’s rate hike?
Yes No

Will you use the Historic Harmar Bridge when it reopens?
Yes No

How do you plan to honor your mom for Mother's Day?
flowers a card a meal offer to help around the house some other gift a combination None of the above

Should Hillary Clinton stay in the race for the Democratic nomination?
Yes No Undecided

How often do you expect to use the new U.S. 50 bridge after it opens?
Regularly Occasionally Rarely Never

Should Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann resign?
Yes No No opinion

Do you think the federal government should lift the gas tax for the summer?
Yes No Not sure

Have you ever witnessed people unlawfully parked in a handicapped space?
Yes, many times On occasion Never I unlawfully park in one

Have you witnessed smoking in a bar or restaurant since the smoking ban was enacted?
Yes No Don't go to those places

When do you think gas prices will reach $4 a gallon?
Before Memorial Day June July Later It won't

Have you ever utilized a payday lending service?
Yes No, but I might consider it No, and I don't plan to

Will Marietta College's baseball team get an NCAA tournament bid?
Yes, for sure Maybe, if they do well in the OAC Must win OAC tournament No way

Do you think recreational boaters are targets for potential terror attacks?
Definitely Maybe No

Do you agree with the House vote that affects the Delta Queen?
Yes No Don't know Don't care

How have you dealt with rising gasoline prices?
Driven less Bought a different vehicle No vacation Cut costs elsewhere No change

Has the Ohio 7 widening project affected your commute?
Yes, I use a different route Yes, it takes longer No

Should a court order the Washington County Fair Board to allow Neighbors for Clean Air to participate in future fair parades?
Yes No Undecided Don't care

What's your favorite kind of golf?
Regular golf Disc golf Miniature golf Virtual golf

Should the Marietta Planning Commission grant a special permit for Toll Compaction to operate on the former Cytec property?
Yes No Undecided

Who do you think will win the Pennsylvania Primary?
Clinton Obama Don't know Don't care

When should Marietta City Council vote on the proposal to have the YMCA manage the aquatic center?
Monday, at a special council meeting May 1, the next council meeting

Do you support a proposed state law banning the sale of American flags made outside the U.S.?
Yes No Undecided

Is a gag order necessary to ensure a fair trial for Jason Berecz?
Yes No

Which of these "green" activities do you practice?
Recycling Walking or biking to work/church Unplugging electronics when not in use Compost Combination None Other

Have you ever been a victim of cramming?
Yes No Don't know

When did you file your taxes?
January February March April Filed for extension Didn't file

How do you discipline your child?
Verbal reprimand Time-out Take away privileges Spanking Other

Have you ever used a cell phone while driving through a road construction area?
Yes No

What summer movie release are you most looking forward to?
Iron Man Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull Sex and the City Get Smart WallE The Dark Knight Other (please post comment)

Should the Marietta Family YMCA manage the city's aquatic center?
Yes No No opinion

Have you ever participated in Marietta Commmunity Service Day?
Yes No

Do you agree with Gen. David Petraeus that the U.S. should not commit to more troop withdrawals from Iraq yet?
Yes No Don't know

Have you installed compact fluorescent light bulbs in fixtures at your home?
No and I don't plan to No but I plan to Yes

Have high gas prices caused you to consider alternative transportation?
Yes No

How significantly have you been affected by the economic downturn?
A little A lot What downturn?

Do you think the nation has lived up to the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Yes , he would be proud No, but we are making strides No, we are regressing No opinion

How do you think child abuse can be reduced?
More awareness of the issue Tougher laws and penalties Reporting cases to the authorities

Do you plan to visit any of the area's museums this season?
No Maybe Probably Definitely

Have you faced the threat of foreclosure?
No, my home is paid off No, but it's a real possibility No, I rent or live with family Yes

What type of laptop do you own?
Thin and light Normal sized Ultra fast, big and bulky None, I prefer a desktop

Do you think criteria for food stamps should be expanded so that more families would qualify?
Yes No No opinion

Who do you think will win the championship in the NCAA men's basketball tournament?
Kansas North Carolina Memphis UCLA

How would you describe your interest in Marietta’s history?
High interest Low interest Some interest No interest

Do you think it is right to have children as young as 6 competing in ultimate fighting?
Yes No

Who provides primary child are for your kids?
Grandparents Other relatives Friend or neighbor Day care or preschool Don't have kids

Do you think the Front Street project will improve pedestrian safety?
Yes No No opinion

Where have you volunteered?
Locally Elsewhere in the region Elsewhere in the country Internationally More than one choice Don't volunteer

The death toll in Iraq hit 4,000 U.S. soldiers. How high will it go?
Under 5,000 Over 5,000

Did you end up spending more on Easter than you expected?
Yes Spent about the same No, spent much less

Have you ever requested a public record from a government agency?
Yes No

How much do you spend on Easter items?
Nothing $5 to $20 $20 to $50 $50 to $75 $75 or more

How much of an impact has the war in Iraq had on your life?
No impact Some impact Significant impact

Should the city consolidate the cemetery, lands, buildings and parks and recreation departments into one public facilities department?
Yes No Don't care

Have the recent stock market woes caused you to change your investments?
Yes Thinking about it No Don't have any

Will UConn, UNC or Tennessee win the NCAA women’s basketball tournament?
UConn UNC Tennessee

Do you think potholes are especially bad this year?
Not as bad About the same Worse

Is Bobby Knight a good sports commentator?
Yes No No opinion

Do you think America is near the end or near the middle of its fight in Iraq?
Near the end Near the middle

Have you adjusted your buying habits because of rising costs at the grocery store?
I buy less I buy more I buy about the same

How high do you think gas prices will go this summer?
They're already there $3.50 to $3.74 $3.75 to $4 More than $4

Are the Indians going to win the pennant this year?
Yes No Too soon to tell

Do you think the City of Marietta should test for drugs in its water?
Yes, better to be safe than sorry No, I'm sure our water is fine Undecided

Of these artists eligible for induction in 2009, who is your top pick?
Bon Jovi The Cult New Edition Pantera Red Hot Chili Peppers Run-D.M.C. The Smiths Stevie Ray Vaughan

Do you participate in an NCAA basketball March Madness bracket?
Yes No

Does the sticker price prevent you from buying a hybrid car?
Yes- they're not worth the higher price Yes - but I'm still considering No - I'm a proud owner I don't want one no matter what the cost

Do you know someone who was affected by domestic violence?
Yes No

Are you driving less because of high gasoline prices?
Yes No Don't drive at all

How many miles are on your car?
Less than 10,000 10,000 to 50,000 50,000 to 100,000 100,000 or more

Do you think Brett Favre is too young to retire?
Yes No Don't care

Are you swayed at all by political ads?
Always Most of the time Sometimes Never

Have you ever been forced to surrender a pet to an animal shelter?
Yes No

Does a visit to the area influence whether you vote for a candidate?
Yes No Unsure

Does your family have a fire escape plan?
Yes No

Who will you vote for in the March 4 presidential primary?
Clinton Obama McCain Other

Who do you think won the Cleveland debate?
Obama Clinton Draw

Which team will advance further in the basketball tournament?
Waterford girls Waterford boys

Will the Tennessee men's basketball team stay atop the AP poll for the rest of the season?
Yes No