Use these questions to think more about how you would describe your community...
  - Where do people in your community gather or socialize?
  - How and where does your community access services (healthcare, transportation, educational services, etc.)?

Examples of activities and services: Shopping areas, schools and universities, libraries, parks, lakes, rivers, places of worship, healthcare services, public transport, local nonprofit organizations, etc.

Your response: My community is made up of many God fearing people, and our goal is to treat others as we desire to be treated. We have a mixture of retirees, and working-class individuals along with their children. We live in a County area that has some city zoning and sometimes find it very hard to get issues addressed and resolved. People mostly gather at church. And we have access to a Senior Citizen's Center, County Recreational Resource Center, library, a few restaurants, locally-owned and chain food stores, a few small shops, and yes, we have a local hospital. This is an area without public transportation and the majority of citizens are car owners. For the most part, it is a good place to live.

Use these questions to think more about how you would describe your community...
  - What are the cultural bonds in your community?
  - If your community has a shared history, what is it?

Examples of cultural or historical interests: Religious groups, ethnic groups, languages, age groups, immigration status, historic or arts districts, etc.

Your response: The area has always been a mixture of Blacks and Whites. In years past, this was one of the main locations of segregation wherein it was commonplace to see signs that designated where Blacks were or were not allowed. We are happy to say that those days are behind us as we look towards a more harmonious future than ever before. We love our community and we want to keep it together.

Use these questions to think more about how you would describe your community...
  - Where are residents employed?
  - If there are environmental concerns in your community, what are they?

Examples of economic or environmental interests: Tourism industry, agricultural workers, mining town, manufacturing center, polluted natural resource, unemployment problem, etc.

Your response: My community is experiencing the same economic situation as that of other surrounding. There is very little in the way of local jobs, and people must travel quite a few miles in order to obtain gainful employment. However, that has become an acceptable way of life, and many enjoy being here. We take pride in our homes and environment.

Use these questions to think more about how you would describe your community...
  - What should politicians and/or map drawers know about your community?
  - What are the needs of your community?
  - Is there anything else you want to tell us about your community?

Examples of needs or concerns: Keep community in the same district or separate into multiple districts, shared policy concerns, need for a social service, relationship to other nearby communities, issues with current district lines

Your response: My community needs to have better enforcement of zoning ordinances. This has always been a very beautiful residential area. However, we have a newer neighbor who operates an Animal Rescue facility that makes it impossible for neighbors to enjoy their homes, and have a decent quality of life. Although complaints have been made to the city that resulting in the discovery of 40 dogs, 30 cats, and many birds on the property, the facility is still in operation. We need help in order to restore beauty to our community. We want to stay in the same district so we can have representation that will address our concerns and have leadership that is for all people, not just some.