Montgomery County Non-Resident Worker Survey 2002

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to identify areas that enhance the attractiveness of Montgomery County as a place to live as well as work. In keeping with the purpose, the survey sought to determine why persons who work in Montgomery County choose not to live there. This research issue necessitated surveying non-resident workers and it was anticipated that the survey population would not necessarily be positive in their opinions about the county. So these results should not be generalized beyond the group surveyed in this study – namely, non-residents who work in Montgomery County. It is also important to note that the intent of this study is not to criticize Montgomery County, but to identify opportunities to enhance the quality of life so that more persons will choose to live in the county as well as work there.

The survey asked questions about the respondents as well as what they think about Montgomery County – the county and its communities, local government, the schools, housing, taxes, and existing businesses and services.