PART ONE:
(EDUCATION)
-Are there schools in the area?
-How do they look?
-What is the reputation of the schools?
-What are the dropout/graduation rates?
-Are extracurricular activities available? Are they used?
-Is there a school health service? A school health nurse?
-Is there a local board of education?
-Are there libraries in the community?
-What are the major educational issues?
PART TWO:
(SAFETY AND TRANSPORTATION)
-What types of protective services are there? (e.g. Police, fire, sanitation)
-Are air and water quality monitored?
-What are the number and types of crimes committed? Do people feel safe?
-How do people get around?
-What type of public and private transportation is available?
-Do you see buses, bicycles, taxis?
-Are there sidewalks, bike trails?
-Is getting around in the community available for people with disabilities?
