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What style EGO poster are you?
From 5/27/2008 to 6/3/2008
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Mostly a lurker, I rarely post43% (26)
What you see is what you get, I am the same in person as online35% (21)
I like to say what is on my mind, but try to do it with tact17% (10)
A pot stirrer and proud of it3% (2)
I let it rip and I don't care what people think of me2% (1)
I'm writing a paper for my social psychology class. I was hoping to get some opinions on coffee houses. Who do you go to a coffee house with and when?
From 5/27/2008 to 6/3/2008
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
friends during the week15% (7)
friends on a weekend11% (5)
significant other during the week9% (4)
significant other on a weekend22% (10)
by myself43% (20)
Is the mainstream media biased in your opinion?
From 3/1/2008 to 3/8/2008
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, left -leaning68% (28)
Yes, right-leaning22% (9)
Not biased at all10% (4)
What will you do with your tax rebate/stimulus check?
From 2/29/2008 to 3/7/2008
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Save it29% (17)
Spend it12% (7)
Pay off debt42% (25)
Combination of the three17% (10)
Do you feel that Media coverage about ELK GROVE if fair and balanced?
From 2/29/2008 to 3/7/2008
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Yes- I believe news about Elk Grove is always fair and accurate19% (10)
Yes - Coverage is generally fair and blanced with an occasional negative bias.50% (27)
No - I belive their is a significant amount of negative bias against Elk Grove28% (15)
No- Coverage is NEVER fair and balanced.4% (2)
Should Lance Corgiat been allowed to resign as basketball coach at PGHS?
From 2/2/2008 to 2/9/2008
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes16% (7)
No19% (8)
Don't know enough to decide65% (28)
Who do you plan to vote for on Feb. 5th?
From 1/31/2008 to 2/5/2008
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
John McCain20% (14)
Mitt Romney26% (18)
Mike Huckabee4% (3)
Hillary Clinton24% (17)
Barack Obama26% (18)
Do you consider yourself a:
From 1/31/2008 to 2/5/2008
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Conservative Republican20% (15)
Moderate Republican28% (21)
Independent8% (6)
Moderate Democrat12% (9)
Liberal Democrat13% (10)
I cannot be labeled19% (14)
How to you plan to vote on State Proposition 93 (Limits on Legislators' Terms in Office)?
From 1/31/2008 to 2/5/2008
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes22% (13)
No52% (31)
Undecided20% (12)
I don't understand the issue3% (2)
I don't plan to vote3% (2)
How do you plan to vote on the Indian Gaming Compacts?
From 1/31/2008 to 2/5/2008
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes50% (31)
No35% (22)
Mixed2% (1)
Undecided10% (6)
I am not going to vote3% (2)
Who will win the republican nomination?
From 1/31/2008 to 2/5/2008
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Romney18% (12)
Huckabee2% (1)
Paul3% (2)
McCain77% (51)
Who will win the democrat nomination?
From 1/31/2008 to 2/5/2008
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Clinton35% (24)
Obama65% (45)
What is the primary issue in this year's election?
From 1/26/2008 to 2/2/2008
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Economy59% (54)
Iraq20% (18)
Health Care13% (12)
Immigration5% (5)
Climate1% (1)
Other1% (1)
Which Simon do you like best?
From 1/26/2008 to 2/2/2008
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Mean Simon35% (30)
Nice Simon16% (14)
I don't like either Simon12% (10)
Who's Simon?37% (32)
How satisfied are you with the teaching, service and investment options provided by your current Financial Advisor?
From 1/11/2008 to 1/18/2008
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Totally/100%8% (3)
80 -90%33% (12)
70 -80%14% (5)
60-70%14% (5)
less than 50%31% (11)
If your significant other was caught cheating on you, would you want to be told? Say he was caught by a stranger, neighbor, friend, co-worker...anyone.
From 1/11/2008 to 1/18/2008
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
YES!77% (40)
NO!8% (4)
Not sure.15% (8)
If you could have 1 wish what would it be??? Pick the most important one to you.
From 1/10/2008 to 1/11/2008
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Improve My Looks0% (0)
Be A Better Parent./Person33% (3)
Be A Millionaire22% (2)
Have a Less Stressful Life11% (1)
Wish for More Wishes33% (3)
Where do you generally fall on the political spectrum?
From 9/29/2007 to 10/5/2007
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Far Left6% (3)
Liberal25% (13)
Apolitical/Independent24% (12)
Conservative45% (23)
Far Right0% (0)
What are you willing to do in order to make Elk Grove a crime free place?
From 9/28/2007 to 10/4/2007
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
I am willing to pay extra money in taxes for a larger police force!33% (18)
I will not do anything, it's not my job!6% (3)
I am getting more involved with my community, learning who my neighbors are!46% (25)
If needed, I would volunteer to paint over graffiti, write letters to judges, district attorneys demanding that the officials get tough on crime!11% (6)
what crime? there is no crime here!2% (1)
I would do nothing.2% (1)
Should President Bush be impeached?
From 7/25/2007 to 8/8/2007
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes45% (54)
No55% (65)
How many fruits do you eat each and every day?!
From 7/25/2007 to 8/8/2007
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
One33% (38)
One-Two41% (47)
Two-Three17% (20)
Four-Seven7% (8)
Seven-Ten2% (2)
How many kids do you (or would like to) have?
From 5/21/2007 to 5/28/2007
7 Comments (Add/View Comments)
3 or more29% (22)
246% (35)
114% (11)
None11% (8)
Do you think it is OK for the City of Elk Grove to take rural areas/homes for new development in the city?
From 5/16/2007 to 5/23/2007
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes19% (16)
No81% (70)
Do you think the war in Iraq can be won?
From 5/15/2007 to 5/22/2007
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes20% (20)
No74% (74)
WE NEED 2 MORE YEARS6% (6)
Are you satisfied with the way the city of Elk Grove has grown?
From 5/15/2007 to 5/22/2007
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
No74% (74)
Yes26% (26)
Do you think banks charge too much for return check charges?
From 5/15/2007 to 5/22/2007
5 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes62% (60)
No just right38% (37)
Are you saving for retirement and what will your retirement be like?
From 5/2/2007 to 5/9/2007
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
yes, becoming a snow bird4% (2)
yes, quitting work, travelling55% (28)
yes, but I must still work24% (12)
no, can not figure out how to invest2% (1)
no, do not make enough money16% (8)
What would you like to see the most open in Elk Grove.....
From 4/6/2007 to 4/13/2007
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Tu Tu Tango Cafe (it's a unique art driven cafe, you share different items with your friends)4% (3)
a permanent family fun center (mini golf, small carnival rides, etc)67% (49)
a drive in movie theater5% (4)
a vintage movie theater showcasing old cinema7% (5)
a concert complex16% (12)
Is it important for you to know about pesticide use in child care centers?
From 2/5/2007 to 2/12/2007
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, always58% (45)
Yes, only when sprays are used18% (14)
No, except rarely4% (3)
No, never8% (6)
I trust the center for doing the right job13% (10)
How long have you lived in Elk Grove?
From 2/5/2007 to 2/12/2007
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
0-3 years9% (9)
3-5 years9% (9)
5-10 years29% (28)
10-20 years38% (36)
All My Life14% (13)
Is the location of your business the most important factor for success in Elk Grove?
From 2/5/2007 to 2/12/2007
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Yes if its easy to get to47% (32)
Yes if there is lots of parking9% (6)
Maybe if it's near other stores I like13% (9)
No I seek out where I want to shop28% (19)
No there is no bad location in Elk Grove3% (2)
Have you talked one-on-one with any city council candidates during your decision making process?
From 10/31/2006 to 11/7/2006
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes31% (24)
No61% (47)
I'm not voting8% (6)
If Condoleza Rice and Hillary Clinton ran against each other in the next presidentail election, who would you vote for?
From 9/11/2006 to 9/18/2006
5 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Hillary44% (43)
Condoleza45% (44)
I don't know4% (4)
I wouldn't vote7% (7)
Many of EG Onliners have kids in college. In reality, how much are you paying for their education.
From 9/10/2006 to 9/17/2006
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
100%11% (8)
80-99%4% (3)
50-79%5% (4)
1%-50%10% (7)
I am not paying anything.8% (6)
I don't have kids in college.62% (45)
What superpower would you choose for yourself?
From 9/8/2006 to 9/15/2006
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Power of Invisibility18% (16)
Telekinesis8% (7)
Ability to fly36% (32)
Psychic/mind-reading13% (12)
Power of Persuasion25% (22)
Who were you in Junior High? (an experiment for my 7th grader)
From 9/8/2006 to 9/15/2006
15 Comments (Add/View Comments)
a 'popular' kid22% (21)
a geek/nerd/brain34% (33)
a jock/athelete7% (7)
a troublemaker4% (4)
other (add a comment)32% (31)
Are you willing to pay the increase in sales tax for the new arena?
From 8/6/2006 to 8/13/2006
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
YES!25% (29)
Yeah, I guess.8% (9)
Maybe.8% (9)
Leaning towards no.23% (26)
NO WAY! I can't afford the games so why should I pay?37% (42)
It has been estimated that over 30% of the people in the Sacramento region are employed by the City, County, or State government. Are you currently employed by the local government?
From 8/5/2006 to 8/12/2006
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes28% (34)
No72% (86)
Do you have a family night?
From 7/10/2006 to 7/17/2006
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
yes32% (23)
no68% (50)
Do you think Elk Grove is growing to fast? (It is the fastest growing city in the US)
From 7/5/2006 to 7/12/2006
5 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes82% (94)
No11% (13)
Dont Care7% (8)
If a permit could be garnered, would you come out for a day quarterly to help clean up the median weeds along our major blvds.?
From 7/2/2006 to 7/9/2006
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes: No matter who is responsible, it is my community; I will help!17% (19)
I might join in; just once --to get it back under control.12% (14)
Not sure.8% (9)
Probably not; I pay funds to have others do it for me!14% (16)
Heck No! The City & CSD need to get this worked out and take care of business like grown-ups!49% (55)
Do dogs and cats go to heaven?
From 6/28/2006 to 7/5/2006
5 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes52% (43)
No16% (13)
Only dogs8% (7)
Only cats1% (1)
Who cares10% (8)
Heaven does not exist13% (11)
How much do you spend on 4th of July fireworks?
From 7/2/2006 to 7/5/2006
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Over $5020% (10)
$21-$4924% (12)
$1-2012% (6)
I watch other people's, $039% (19)
They are dangerous, $0.4% (2)
What do you do for your family summer vacation?
From 6/16/2006 to 6/23/2006
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Two weeks off to an exotic location, baby!20% (11)
Camping is the way to go!13% (7)
A couple of long weekends36% (20)
Vacation at home (aka chores!)5% (3)
What vacation?!?!?25% (14)
How many loads of laundry do you do in 1 week?
From 4/21/2006 to 4/28/2006
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
17% (7)
2-442% (43)
5-731% (32)
8+19% (20)
I don't do laundry1% (1)
How do you get the newspaper?
From 4/20/2006 to 4/27/2006
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Delivery 7 days a week47% (44)
Delivery weekends only10% (9)
Go to the nearest store6% (6)
From a friend/neighbor/relative1% (1)
I don't get/read the newspaper35% (33)
How do you feel our Police Force has handled the recent events in Elk Grove.
From 4/18/2006 to 4/25/2006
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
AWESOME35% (33)
GOOD45% (42)
OKAY - I could have suggested a better way12% (11)
HORRIBLE2% (2)
NO COMMENT6% (6)
Do you believe that if certain citizens were trained, and passed background and psychological exams, that carrying concealed weapons would prevent more crime in public?
From 4/17/2006 to 4/24/2006
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, concealed weapons deter crime29% (29)
No, concealed weapons do not deter crime63% (63)
No opinion8% (8)
If the Unites States and members of the UN security council proved Iran was seeking nuclear weapons, and Democrats and Republicans agreed on the intelligence, would you support a military strike on Iran?
From 4/17/2006 to 4/24/2006
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes51% (46)
No49% (44)
Are you annoyed by LOUD Boom Boxes on your street; atopped near you at the intersection; would you like to get them under control and in compliance with Elk Grove City noise ordinence?
From 4/17/2006 to 4/24/2006
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
I just ignore them28% (27)
I would sign a petition demanding increased enforcement29% (28)
I would volunter 1/yr to assist police in holding a noise cessation/penalty session6% (6)
I think there should be a more streamlined reporting method.8% (8)
3rd strike??? Rip them OUT!30% (29)
Do you generally feel safe living in Elk Grove?
From 4/17/2006 to 4/24/2006
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Absolutely.23% (25)
Most of the time.60% (64)
Some of the time.13% (14)
Hardly ever.4% (4)
I've barricaded myself in my cellar.0% (0)
Would you be willing to give up your car if Elk Grove had better public transportation?
From 3/24/2006 to 4/7/2006
13 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes16% (27)
No77% (131)
Maybe7% (12)
Have you had sex on a first date?
From 2/5/2006 to 2/12/2006
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, no regrets.38% (34)
Yes, felt horrible the next day.9% (8)
Won't admit it either way.6% (5)
No, but wished I had.8% (7)
No, would never do that.40% (36)
Valentine's Day is coming up. How do you and your sweetie celebrate?
From 2/5/2006 to 2/12/2006
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Go all out! Flowers, wine and dine, chocolates!8% (7)
Romantic dinner25% (21)
Exchange gifts with personal meaning21% (18)
Valentine's Day?? It's another day.27% (23)
Wouldn't you like to know?10% (8)
I look around for a sweetie.5% (4)
I ignore the day completely.4% (3)
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger said voters, not elected officials, should decide whether to make California the second state after Oregon to allow doctor-assisted suicide. Would you support doctor-assisted suicide in California?
From 1/31/2006 to 2/7/2006
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes79% (68)
No10% (9)
Undecided10% (9)
IM (Instant Messaging) is a popular way for many people to stay connected with friends and coworkers. Do you IM?
From 1/10/2006 to 1/24/2006
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
At work5% (5)
At home22% (20)
Both at work and home20% (19)
I don't use IM52% (48)
What is IM?1% (1)
What is IM?0% (0)
What do you do on Superbowl Sunday?
From 1/8/2006 to 1/22/2006
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Have a party and watch the game.35% (31)
Go somewhere to watch the game.19% (17)
Go Shopping.7% (6)
Don't care unless my team is playing.8% (7)
I never watch football.31% (27)
With the Ralphs closing down on Elk Grove Blvd. and Bruceville in 6 months, what would you like to see take it's place?
From 1/31/2006 to 1/7/2006
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
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Do you think that President Bush should be impeached?
From 12/10/2005 to 12/24/2005
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes36% (46)
No56% (72)
Undecided9% (11)
Stanley "Tookie" Williams: Should Arnold give him executive clemency?
From 12/10/2005 to 12/24/2005
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, let him live.11% (13)
No. Allow the death penalty to be carried out.79% (96)
Who is that?2% (3)
I don't know enough to say.7% (9)
How does everyone feel about animal shelters? Would you surrender an animal there and feel comfortable?
From 12/10/2005 to 12/24/2005
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes24% (28)
No36% (42)
Depends on the circumstances40% (46)
If we had a military draft, you were of age, and your were selected, would you serve?
From 11/14/2005 to 11/21/2005
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, without reservations42% (27)
Yes, if I felt the need was justified11% (7)
Not sure15% (10)
No, probably not17% (11)
Not under any circumstances15% (10)
Does your cell phone have a camera in it? Can you e-mail the pictures you take?
From 10/26/2005 to 11/2/2005
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
No camera.44% (27)
Yes on both.47% (29)
Camera, yes, but can't e-mail them3% (2)
Camera, yes, but no idea on the e-mail part.6% (4)
How excited do you get about Halloween?
From 10/26/2005 to 10/31/2005
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Totally into it. House decorated, wearing a costume.22% (11)
Enjoy it some.41% (21)
Wouldn't do a thing if it weren't for the kids.27% (14)
Turn off the porch light and pretend you're not home.10% (5)
Which is your favorite daily comic strip?
From 10/14/2005 to 10/21/2005
19 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Peanuts23% (15)
Dilbert14% (9)
Mutts5% (3)
For Better or Worse15% (10)
Other (Please add comment)44% (29)
Does peanut butter go in the fridge?
From 10/13/2005 to 10/20/2005
6 Comments (Add/View Comments)
YES!! It stays fresh that way19% (16)
No, it rips the bread69% (59)
Who cares!12% (10)
If you have small children - how often do you have them professionally photographed?
From 10/12/2005 to 10/19/2005
7 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Every few months.10% (7)
About once a year or so.39% (28)
Perhaps, every few years or so.18% (13)
I take my own snapshots of them.13% (9)
Never, it''s not important.1% (1)
I don't have kids.18% (13)
Does anyone out there like the idea of having a miniature golf somewhere in Elk Grove? Or what about a bowling alley?
From 10/3/2005 to 10/10/2005
5 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, would like both76% (74)
would like mini golf only11% (11)
would like bowling only5% (5)
No to both7% (7)
Do you think gasoline should be regulated as a public utility (price, quality etc.)?
From 10/2/2005 to 10/9/2005
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes55% (49)
No45% (40)
Do you support a WalMart Super Center coming to Elk Grove?
From 10/1/2005 to 10/8/2005
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, and the planned location is fine23% (26)
Yes, but it should be located elsewhere18% (20)
No, not anywhere in the city59% (67)
Wouldn't it be nice if my spouse was a ______?
From 9/21/2005 to 9/28/2005
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
chef12% (9)
masseuse28% (21)
millionaire49% (36)
handyman or woman11% (8)
celebrity0% (0)
Okay, how much do you really spend per child for back-to-school?
From 9/1/2005 to 9/8/2005
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Over $500-my kids think I'm rich9% (6)
$350-$500-my kids need what they need23% (15)
$200-$350-We are the bargain queens! But they still look great!26% (17)
$1-$250-A bargain's a bargain41% (27)
Nada, I make them buy their own duds!2% (1)
Gasoline prices are at an all time high. At what point will you start changing your driving habits?
From 8/17/2005 to 8/24/2005
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
$2.50/gal17% (15)
$3.00/gal20% (17)
$3.50/gal14% (12)
$4.00/gal9% (8)
I won't let gas prices take control of my life40% (34)
Do you think the city of Elk Grove should stop building houses until they improve/widen the streets?
From 8/5/2005 to 8/12/2005
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, enough is enough!81% (83)
No, keep building!11% (11)
Doesn't bother me!9% (9)
Never thought about it!0% (0)
Should Elk Grove Sunset Sky Ranch Airport be allowed to continue to operate.
From 8/4/2005 to 8/11/2005
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes73% (69)
No5% (5)
I don't know19% (18)
Airplanes are unsafe and shouldn't be near cities3% (3)
How do you feel about those basketball hoops people have in front of their houses?
From 7/25/2005 to 8/7/2005
13 Comments (Add/View Comments)
I have one myself!7% (14)
I like to see the kids having fun and getting exercise!27% (52)
I don't care one way or the other.11% (21)
They kind of bug me.15% (30)
I hate them! They get in the way of pedestrians.40% (77)
Do you have a tatoo?
From 7/27/2005 to 8/3/2005
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, on my arm(s)5% (5)
Yes, on the small of my back.4% (4)
Yes, somewhere else.11% (11)
Yes, prefer not to say where.0% (0)
No, but I am thinking about it.23% (22)
No way! Never!56% (54)
(1) Vote for your favorite features to be included in the new community park being built by Playground Pals, a group of local area residents! You have 4 votes to cast. (Before you vote, please visit this page to see pictures of the options and learn more about the project.)
From 5/30/2005 to 7/22/2005
5 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Water Playground54% (101)
High Deck Modular4% (7)
Cable Climbers2% (3)
Swings7% (14)
Boulder Climbers9% (16)
Sports & Fitness5% (9)
Modular Playground6% (11)
Toddler Playground14% (26)
(2) Vote for your favorite features to be included in the new community park being built by Playground Pals, a group of local area residents! You have 4 votes to cast. (Before you vote, please visit this page to see pictures of the options and learn more about the project.)
From 5/30/2005 to 7/22/2005
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Water Playground21% (37)
High Deck Modular10% (17)
Cable Climbers4% (7)
Swings16% (28)
Boulder Climbers15% (26)
Sports & Fitness5% (8)
Modular Playground8% (14)
Toddler Playground21% (36)
(3) Vote for your favorite features to be included in the new community park being built by Playground Pals, a group of local area residents! You have 4 votes to cast. (Before you vote, please visit this page to see pictures of the options and learn more about the project.)
From 5/30/2005 to 7/22/2005
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Water Playground19% (32)
High Deck Modular11% (19)
Cable Climbers9% (16)
Swings13% (22)
Boulder Climbers12% (20)
Sports & Fitness10% (17)
Modular Playground12% (21)
Toddler Playground13% (22)
(4) Vote for your favorite features to be included in the new community park being built by Playground Pals, a group of local area residents! You have 4 votes to cast. (Before you vote, please visit this page to see pictures of the options and learn more about the project.)
From 5/30/2005 to 7/22/2005
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Water Playground16% (26)
High Deck Modular9% (15)
Cable Climbers4% (7)
Swings14% (23)
Boulder Climbers15% (25)
Sports & Fitness10% (16)
Modular Playground16% (26)
Toddler Playground17% (28)
When (if) the Light Rail extension comes to Elk Grove, are you likely/willing to use it?
From 7/8/2005 to 7/15/2005
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
I would use it daily; for work commutes20% (12)
Occasionally: for non-work related trips into Sac'to28% (17)
I'd use it; if it cost less than driving/parking does20% (12)
Give up my car? This is California! No Way!18% (11)
Yes; I see it as a necessity to help the environment15% (9)
What is your opinion of Health Management Organizations (HMO's)? Do you have a preference or complaint?
From 6/29/2005 to 7/6/2005
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
I am satisfied with mine55% (22)
I wish I had other options20% (8)
I have genuine concerns/complaints8% (3)
It's a necessary evil13% (5)
Better than none at all!5% (2)
At the last City Council meeting the City Council voted to give the City Manager John Danielson spending authority up to $100,000. Do you believe that this is too much to have spending authority for?
From 6/28/2005 to 7/5/2005
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, spending for this much should require a vote by the Council58% (25)
Yes, spending for this much should require a study9% (4)
No, the City Manager should be able to get goods and services as he needs them21% (9)
No, the City Manager should be able to purchase what he wants to0% (0)
Don't care12% (5)
Which of the following most exemplifies a patriotic American?
From 6/7/2005 to 6/14/2005
9 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Questioning decisions and policies of the government.43% (30)
Supporting the president.10% (7)
Supporting your political party.4% (3)
Obeying laws.41% (29)
Making lots of money.1% (1)
Do you think Michael Jackson is guilty?
From 6/4/2005 to 6/11/2005
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
yes77% (72)
no23% (21)
Are you a lefty, righty, or ambidextrous?
From 6/1/2005 to 6/8/2005
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Ambidextrous11% (12)
Lefty10% (11)
Righty79% (89)
Where did you meet your spouse?
From 5/31/2005 to 6/7/2005
6 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Work / school42% (56)
Bar / party13% (18)
Through a friend / family20% (27)
Play (sports, shopping, dog park, etc.)4% (5)
Internet11% (15)
Other10% (13)
How do you set up your toilet paper roll?
From 5/30/2005 to 6/6/2005
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Over the top (outside)?87% (120)
Behind the back (inside)?13% (18)
How would you rate the governor's job performance so far?
From 5/29/2005 to 6/5/2005
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Great! I love Arnold!21% (27)
Okay, but I wish he'd think before he speaks publicly.22% (28)
So-so.26% (34)
Pretty bad.12% (16)
Abysmal. He's a third-rate actor and a fourth-rate governor!19% (25)
EGO is assembling a group of volunteers to answer phones during the upcoming KVIE Channel 6 (PBS) fund drive. If you would like to join us, please pick a time that works best for you.
From 5/2/2005 to 5/3/2005
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
June 3rd - 7:15pm to 12 midnight71% (12)
June 4th - 11:15am to 4:00pm6% (1)
June 4th - 3:15pm to 8:00pm0% (0)
Not interested in helping, but I'll be watching!12% (2)
Not interested at all.12% (2)
Cleaning up around the house, do you...
From 4/21/2005 to 4/28/2005
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
clean up as you go30% (33)
clean up the day's mess at the end (or beggining) of each day25% (28)
let it pile up for a few days (a week even) then pick up35% (39)
only pick up when company is coming8% (9)
certain rooms on certain days1% (1)
You live in Elk Grove, your job is in:
From 4/18/2005 to 4/25/2005
7 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Bay Area11% (15)
Elk Grove31% (41)
Roseville-Folsom-Rocklin4% (6)
Sacramento40% (53)
Other14% (19)
How often do you use city parks?
From 4/17/2005 to 4/24/2005
5 Comments (Add/View Comments)
once a week47% (62)
once a month21% (28)
once a year8% (11)
Seldom if ever15% (20)
I never use a city park8% (10)
What's your usual beverage at a restaurant?
From 4/7/2005 to 4/14/2005
5 Comments (Add/View Comments)
water25% (33)
soft drink33% (44)
coffee2% (2)
beer9% (12)
wine8% (11)
tea17% (23)
other5% (7)
What do you think about "Open House" signs in your neighborhood?
From 3/29/2005 to 4/5/2005
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Hate them. Don''t ever want to see them.7% (7)
Don't mind them as long as they are removed when the OH is over.64% (66)
I like them. I like to find open houses.11% (11)
Don't care one way or another.18% (19)
How much do you enjoy your job?
From 3/28/2005 to 4/4/2005
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
My feelings of dread start before I even get there.8% (8)
It's just a paycheck, nothing more.8% (8)
There are some good things about it.20% (19)
Most days are enjoyable.53% (50)
Vacation day? No thanks!11% (10)
Do you believe that a sincere interest in the welfare of Terry Schiavo is the primary motivating force behind the president's advocacy for congressional intervention?
From 3/22/2005 to 3/29/2005
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes.11% (12)
I think it's one of the motivating factors.17% (18)
No.56% (60)
Isn't there a war going on now?17% (18)
How often do you wear your seat belt?
From 3/20/2005 to 3/27/2005
8 Comments (Add/View Comments)
I never wear a seat belt!0% (0)
My car doesn't have seat belts.0% (0)
I only buckle up if someone is watching or when a cop is following me.1% (1)
I only put seat belts on my kids.2% (2)
I wouldn't get in a car or put my kids in a car without buckling up!97% (102)
What is your garage mostly filled with?
From 3/11/2005 to 3/18/2005
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
cars41% (35)
exercise/sports equipment1% (1)
tools12% (10)
junk27% (23)
other20% (17)
Since the Grand Jury chose to take no action against Council Members Cooper and Leary should they be recalled?
From 3/3/2005 to 3/10/2005
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes70% (88)
No30% (37)
What should happen with respect to managing parks in Elk Grove?
From 3/3/2005 to 3/10/2005
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
The City & CSD should independently manage their own parks.7% (9)
The City should manage all the parks in Elk Grove.11% (13)
The CSD should manage all the parks in Elk Grove.62% (75)
I don't understand the implications of these choices.16% (19)
I don't really care.4% (5)
If recall proceedings were initiated, what role would you play?
From 3/3/2005 to 3/10/2005
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
I would sit back and watch.36% (38)
I would sit back and not watch.18% (19)
I would help fund the effort.13% (14)
I would pound the pavement to get petitions signed.11% (12)
I would do whatever it takes.21% (22)
Do you support the city council's decision not to give $5,000 for tsunami relief at this time?
From 2/18/2005 to 2/25/2005
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
yes64% (41)
no28% (18)
don't care8% (5)
What do you think of the "3 minute" speaker rule at the Elk Grove City Council Meetings?
From 2/16/2005 to 2/23/2005
5 Comments (Add/View Comments)
It keeps the meeting orderly15% (9)
It sometimes prohibits the speaker's ability to communicate issues40% (25)
Councilmembers use it as a tool to reign in opponents19% (12)
It should be extended to 5 minutes16% (10)
I think that 3 minute rule is a fair amount of time10% (6)
How do you prefer your peanut butter?
From 2/15/2005 to 2/22/2005
10 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Crunchy51% (39)
Smooth45% (34)
I can't stand peanut butter!4% (3)
What did you think about the Presidents address?
From 2/5/2005 to 2/12/2005
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
I liked what he had to say.26% (14)
I agree with at least one area of his speech.13% (7)
I think that he is way off base.4% (2)
I don't have faith that anything good will come of his last term.47% (25)
His speech was moving and uplifting.9% (5)
Regardless of how you feel about how we got to this point in Iraq, if you were President today, by what date would you pull the troops out?
From 1/31/2005 to 2/7/2005
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Cut and run in 02/200513% (8)
Phase out 100% by 12/31/200529% (18)
Phase out 100% by 12/31/20068% (5)
Phase out 100% by 12/31/20072% (1)
Determine a date as I better understand the needs dictated by post-Iraqi elections48% (30)
Should the City of Elk Grove and CSD merge their services and become one?
From 1/28/2005 to 2/4/2005
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes15% (10)
No42% (28)
Maybe, but I'd have to know more about the impact42% (28)
What do you think of the Oakland A's moving to Sacramento?
From 1/7/2005 to 1/14/2005
5 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Great- I would get season tickets17% (11)
Good- I would get tickets to some games32% (21)
O.K - I might go to some games26% (17)
Bad- I would never go6% (4)
Really Bad- We shouldn't think about it20% (13)
Dream of being famous? As what?
From 12/26/2004 to 1/2/2005
7 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Nope not me39% (26)
Actor/ actress (something with film or stage.)10% (7)
musician/ singer ... writer...15% (10)
sports star/ olympian13% (9)
artist / designer/ photographer...6% (4)
Other (comment)16% (11)
Christmas shopping inspired- which parking lot in EG is the most poorly designed?
From 12/22/2004 to 12/29/2004
6 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Target center on Laguna25% (19)
In 'n Out/ On the Border25% (19)
Chili's/Pier One25% (19)
WalMart/ Pak 'n Save17% (13)
Other8% (6)
What is your all time favorite Christmas film?
From 12/22/2004 to 12/29/2004
7 Comments (Add/View Comments)
It's a Wonderful Life15% (11)
A Christmas Story33% (24)
Miracle on 34th Street21% (15)
The Santa Clause 1 or 23% (2)
A Christmas Carol4% (3)
Other24% (17)
Do you believe in the virgin birth and resurrection of Christ?
From 12/22/2004 to 12/29/2004
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
YES, I believe in both!48% (36)
I believe in the virgin birth, but NOT the resurrection.1% (1)
I believe in the resurrection, but NOT the virgin birth.0% (0)
NO, I don't believe in either!36% (27)
I'm not sure.15% (11)
Where is your holiday gathering held?
From 12/22/2004 to 12/29/2004
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
My house48% (36)
Grandparents5% (4)
Parents17% (13)
Friends1% (1)
Aunts/ Uncles4% (3)
Multiple Destinations24% (18)
How much of your holiday shopping did you do online this year?
From 12/22/2004 to 12/29/2004
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
All of it.4% (3)
Most of it.17% (13)
About half.16% (12)
A little bit.36% (27)
None.28% (21)
Would you want to be a neighbor of a LARGE neighborhood Christmas light display? The kind that attracts people driving by to view it?
From 12/2/2004 to 12/9/2004
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes! I would enjoy the show.39% (31)
I would like it for a limited time.26% (21)
No, but I could deal with it.19% (15)
No Way! Too inconvenient.16% (13)
My limit for buying gifts this holiday season is:
From 12/1/2004 to 12/8/2004
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Zero9% (7)
$50048% (38)
$100030% (24)
$20006% (5)
over $20006% (5)
Honestly, how honest are you?
From 11/30/2004 to 12/7/2004
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
My word is gold.15% (14)
I may exaggerate from time to time, but I'm very honest.62% (57)
I'm honest most of the time.17% (16)
I lie when I need to.3% (3)
I'm so dishonest I even considered lying for this poll.2% (2)
Would you like to see a Citizen's Oversight Committee established in Elk Grove?
From 11/12/2004 to 11/19/2004
0 Comments (Add/View Comments)
You better believe it!52% (32)
No way!8% (5)
What is it?40% (25)
What's your favorite decade? (music/fashion/life)
From 11/11/2004 to 11/18/2004
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
90s16% (13)
80s38% (30)
70s28% (22)
60s10% (8)
50s8% (6)
Now that Trader Joes is open, what are you most looking forward to opening in EG?
From 11/10/2004 to 11/17/2004
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op29% (24)
Mikuni's12% (10)
Outback Steakhouse33% (27)
Circuit City6% (5)
Other20% (17)
At the current rate, it costs about $21k per year to attend a California University (room, board, tuition). This is for a public education - not private. Would you pay for your children's education?
From 10/29/2004 to 11/5/2004
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
I would pay for all expenses33% (30)
I would pay some expenses63% (57)
I would not pay - I spent enough the first 18 years, they are on their own4% (4)
Do you believe that Elk Grove's mayor should be elected by the people or appointed by the City Council?
From 10/24/2004 to 10/31/2004
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Elected94% (100)
Appointed6% (6)
What is your biggest concern when choosing who will be President?
From 10/23/2004 to 10/30/2004
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Economy & The Deficit40% (41)
Terrorism & War33% (34)
Gun Control0% (0)
Health Care6% (6)
Trustworthiness19% (20)
Religious Views2% (2)
How firm is your planned vote for the presidency?
From 10/15/2004 to 10/22/2004
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
absolutely no chance of a change86% (96)
slight chance of a change5% (6)
could change4% (4)
still undecided5% (5)
Are you in favor of a Recall of Dan Briggs?
From 10/14/2004 to 10/21/2004
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes44% (43)
No12% (12)
Maybe7% (7)
Not Sure37% (36)
What type of bumper sticker(s) do you have?
From 10/13/2004 to 10/20/2004
13 Comments (Add/View Comments)
religious3% (3)
political9% (11)
about your child or pet4% (5)
musical (radio station or band) or fav sports team3% (3)
rude (ie. Calvin urinating on something)0% (0)
other12% (14)
none69% (80)
If the City Council election were held today, who would you vote for in District 5?
From 10/5/2004 to 10/12/2004
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Buddy Friend9% (8)
Guy Kalwani12% (10)
Debra Kristoff7% (6)
Carol McElheney44% (38)
Sophia Scherman7% (6)
Phillip Stark13% (11)
I would not vote8% (7)
If the City Council election were held today, who would you vote for in District 3?
From 10/5/2004 to 10/12/2004
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Mary Addi51% (45)
Michael Leary18% (16)
Marco Rodriguez16% (14)
Braulio Torres7% (6)
I would not vote9% (8)
If the City Council election were held today, who would you vote for in District 1?
From 10/5/2004 to 10/12/2004
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Jim Cooper15% (15)
Fedolia "Sparky" Harris35% (34)
LaWanna Montgomery3% (3)
Tom Pooler39% (38)
I would not vote7% (7)
What age did you start having sex?
From 9/27/2004 to 10/4/2004
7 Comments (Add/View Comments)
12-1628% (31)
17-2052% (58)
21-2717% (19)
28-351% (1)
36+/never2% (2)
Do you know what the X-Prize is about?
From 9/26/2004 to 10/3/2004
6 Comments (Add/View Comments)
No86% (90)
Maybe0% (0)
Yes14% (15)
If the 2004 Presidential Election were to be held today, who would you vote for?
From 9/25/2004 to 10/2/2004
17 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Bush51% (60)
Kerry43% (50)
Other2% (2)
Undecided4% (5)
If you found yourself with 30 free minutes, what would you do?
From 9/24/2004 to 10/1/2004
12 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Spend it watching t.v.12% (13)
Go for a walk or other form of exercise13% (14)
Read a book20% (21)
Browse Elk Grove Online, or just surf the web37% (39)
Other (please comment)18% (19)
How does your child get to school? And why? (Please comment, this is for a survey I am doing for school.)
From 9/23/2004 to 9/30/2004
15 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Takes a bus.12% (12)
Gets a ride.41% (43)
Rides a bike.0% (0)
Walks to school.11% (11)
Other13% (14)
I don't send any kids to school.23% (24)
If there were a party/gathering celebrating the 4000th community member joining Elk Grove Online, would you attend and would you mind a nominal donation to help pay for it?
From 9/14/2004 to 9/21/2004
6 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, definitely!33% (38)
Possibly...maybe.47% (54)
No, not not interested.20% (23)
How many children do you have?
From 9/13/2004 to 9/20/2004
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
I have no children21% (26)
One17% (20)
Two41% (50)
Three15% (18)
Four5% (6)
More than four1% (1)
How many guns do you keep in your house for home defense?
From 9/9/2004 to 9/16/2004
5 Comments (Add/View Comments)
5 or more I want to be ready for whatever happens!!!5% (7)
2 to 4. I need backup guns in case of home invasion robbery.6% (9)
1 gun. I'll use it if I have to.18% (25)
No guns. I'm not that worried.29% (41)
No guns. Guns are dangerous.41% (57)
What type of "animal person" are you?
From 9/8/2004 to 9/15/2004
12 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Dog Lover55% (76)
Cat Lover21% (29)
Small Animal Lover (rabbits, hamsters, iguanas, etc.)1% (2)
Livestock/Farm Animal Lover (horses, cows, pigs, etc.)3% (4)
Fish4% (6)
Other10% (14)
No Animals For Me Thanks!6% (8)
Who do you think has more credibility, John Kerry or the "swift boat veterans for truth"?
From 9/8/2004 to 9/15/2004
10 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Kerry31% (41)
Swift boat veterans.30% (39)
Neither; they're all liars!12% (16)
I have no way of knowing.14% (18)
Huh? Who's that?14% (18)
It looks like some people may have an alternate identity for the purpose of scoring themselves higher on the forums. Do you do that?
From 9/7/2004 to 9/14/2004
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes, all the time.0% (0)
Occasionally.1% (2)
I did it once but felt guilty afterward.1% (1)
I considered it but never did it.6% (8)
Absolutely not.92% (124)
What is the best doughnut?
From 9/6/2004 to 9/13/2004
6 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Maple bar12% (14)
Apple fritter26% (31)
Old fashioned24% (29)
Glazed15% (18)
Other23% (27)
How would you quantify the current level of corruption in Elk Grove city politics?
From 9/2/2004 to 9/9/2004
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
4 (extremely corrupt)15% (16)
3 (very corrupt)15% (16)
2 (somewhat corrupt)29% (31)
1 (hardly corrupt at all)7% (7)
0 (totally honest and beyond reproach)1% (1)
I have no idea34% (36)
America's power in the past few decades has...
From 9/1/2004 to 9/8/2004
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
made the world a better place.30% (30)
been miss used in places we don't belong.51% (52)
puffed up our general public with selfish pride5% (5)
not effected my life1% (1)
all or 3 of the above13% (13)
What do you think of the heated debates that often spark up in the EGO forums?
From 8/31/2004 to 9/7/2004
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Heated or not, it's almost always a refreshing exchange of ideas.21% (24)
Aside from a few individuals, the dialog is still usually civil and open minded.41% (47)
There are often enough level headed people to keep things civil and open minded.17% (19)
There are barely enough level headed people to keep things civil and open minded.5% (6)
Often it's a bunch of divisive bickering just for the sake of bickering.16% (18)
(For a school report I'm writing) What is your stance on abortions?
From 8/31/2004 to 9/7/2004
18 Comments (Add/View Comments)
I am 100% against it. Pro-lifer.11% (16)
I am against it except in extreme circumstances.15% (22)
I don't think it's right, but the woman should be able to choose.33% (47)
I am 100% pro-choice.40% (57)
Regarding internet access at home for children:
From 8/21/2004 to 8/28/2004
3 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Pre-teens should have unlimited/unsupervised internet access7% (5)
Pre-teens should have limited/supervised internet access45% (33)
Teens should have unlimited/unsupervised internet access1% (1)
Teens should have limited/supervised internet access47% (35)
How would you handle a group of young men stepping to the front of a line in which you and others had been waiting patiently your turn?
From 8/20/2004 to 8/27/2004
2 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Step up and let the clerk know. It's his job to correct them.24% (22)
Step up and stop them, it's my place in line and they will wait their turn!55% (51)
Stand there and hope someone else speak up for you.8% (7)
Leave the store. I hate confrontation!1% (1)
Punch the lead guy in the nose and drag him to the end of the line.13% (12)
Do you have to believe in God to be a moral, ethical person?
From 8/19/2004 to 8/26/2004
4 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Yes22% (24)
I'm not sure7% (8)
No69% (75)
What type of job do you have?
From 8/18/2004 to 8/25/2004
1 Comments (Add/View Comments)
Other7% (8)
Managerial/Professional/Technical53% (61)
Administrative/Retail7% (8)
Self-Employed17% (19)
Homemaker/Retired/Not Working Outside Of The Home15% (17)
Student2% (2)
How long have you lived in Elk Grove?
From 8/17/2004 to 8/2