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Would you consider ever buying a Toyota
Yes No Already have one

Are you happy Jay Leno is back on the Tonight Show?
Yes, he's the best No, I liked Conan Don't care either way

What percent of your shopping do you do within 10 miles of your home?
None Up to 25% 26% - 50% 51% - 75% 76% - 100%

What is your favorite Winter Olympics event?
Downhill skiing Figure skating Speed skating Bobsled/luge All the events Don't watch it

Did you watch the Super bowl?
Yes No Just some of it

Will you be attending your political party's precinct caucus?
Yes No Maybe

Have yu ever lived on a farm?
Yes, and worked on it Yes,, but did not help farm No

What do you think the Winnebago City Coucnil should do?
Release the full investigator's report Keep it closed and move on Keep it closed but release more information as to how conclusions were reached

What kind of cell phone do you own?
Standard Smart Phone I Phone Don't own one

If you have a New Year's resolution, is it one of the following?
Lose weight Stop smoking Trim budget Get more exercise

Did the Christmas storm change your family holiday plans?
Yes No

When is the traditional time your family celebrates Christmas?
Christmas Eve Christmas Day Over the weekend Another time

Did you stay at home during last week's snow storm?
Stayed at home Had to travel/work

Do you feel the national media has gone too far pursuing the Tiger Woods story?
Yes, his private life is his own business No, he is a public figure

How much are you planning to spend on Christmas gifts this year?
Under $100 $101-$200 $201-$300 $301-$400 $401-$500 $501-$1,000 Over $1,000

Do you plan on shopping on 'Black Friday,' (the day after Thanksgiving)?
Yes No No, but sometime over the weekend

Have you, or are you, going hunting this fall?
Yes No

Do you feel Blue Earth should keep the current city ward system?
Yes No

Do you agree with the Blue Earth City Council decision to proceed with the runway extension project?
Yes No

How do you plan to vote on the school referendum election Nov. 3?
Yes No Don't plan to vote

Are you planning on getting a flu shot this year?
Yes, both kinds Seasonal flu only H1N1 shot only Neither one

Have you watched the Minnesota Twins this past week?
Yes, a lot Just a little No

Should President Obama have time and money lobbying for Chicago to host the Olympics?
Yes No

Do you feel your home is pretty well energy efficient?
Yes No Not sure

Do you plan to attend the new Law Enforcement Center Open House this weekend?
Yes No

Do you feel it was disrespectful or a matter of free speech when Rep. Joe Wilson yelled, "You lie!" dring President Obama's televised health care speech?
Disrespectful Matter of Free Speech

Are you in favor of President Obama's proposed health care system overhaul?
Yes No Undecided

Are you ready to have school start again?
Yes, I like fall No, I hate to see summer over Don't really care

What do you feel is an appropriate amount for local governments to raise tax to levies for 2010?
0 percent 3 percent 5 percent 10 percent 20 percent More

Which Minnesota pro sports team do you like the best?
Vikings Minnesota Wild Timberwolves Twins Lynx Other

Have you ever attended a 'Relay for Life' event?
Yes No Going for the first time this year

How do you rate President Barack Obama's job performance so far?
Excellent Good Average Poor Haven't decided yet

How do you fell about the Vikings possibly getting Bret Favre?
Excited about it He should stay retired Don't care one way or the other

What is your favorite thing at the Faribault County Fair?
The food The grandstand shows The Livestock and exhibits The rides The free shows

Have you ever had your picture taken at the Green Giant statue in Blue Earth?
Yes No

What is your favorite food to grill and eat in the summer?
Steak Pork Chicken Fish Brats/Hot dogs Hamburgers Other Don't Grill

With the new mandatory seat belt law in force, do you...
Always wear a seat belt Only when out on the highway, on trips, but not in town Never (or seldom) wear one

When the tornado siren sounds, what do you do?
Go to basement Watch out the windows Go outside to check the weather Ignore it completely

Has anyone in your immediate family had their job affected by the economy?
Laid off Hours cut Benefits cut Can't find work Not been affected

How much money do you drop into graduation cards?
$0 $5 $10 $20 More than $20

Do you believe the Hauser family (of Sleepy Eye) should be forced by the courts to have thier son treated by doctors?
Yes No

Do you feel a Charter School for Winnebago is a good idea?
Yes No Not sure yet

Now that fuel prices are lower than last year, will you drive farther for your summer vacation?
Yes No The same amount Not taking a vacation

Are you concerned the swine flu may affect you or your family?
Yes No

Do you think Blue Earth needs to have 24 hour police protection?
Yes No

How do you think the Minnesota Twins will do this year?
Excellent Good Average Poor

The overall health of the communities in Faribault County could be described as
Robust Good Fair Terminal

Should Minnesota hold a new election to settle the Coleman-Franken election? Or flip a coin?
New Election Flip a Coin Neither

The BEA girl basketball team went to state last week. Did you?
Went to the tourney Listened on the radio Found out results the next day

Do you feel local elected officials whould be paid, or volunteer their time?
Be Paid Volunteer

Do you think the Prairie Transit buses should travel out of Faribault County?
Yes No

Do you believe children should be legally forced to attend school?
until graduated until age 16 until age 18 or graduated

Do you think we will have an early Spring this year?
Yes No

Do you feel the federal economic stimulus package will actually help turn around the economy?
Yes No

Do you favor the airport runway expansion/improvement project, with the City of Blue Earth contributing just 5% of the $7 million total cost?
Yes No

What part of the Super Bowl did you like the best?
The Game The Commercials The Half Time Show

Do you feel President Obama can accomplish his goals for the economy and world diplomacy?
Yes No

Do you feel President Obama can accomplish his goals for the economy and world diplomacy?
Yes No

How do you rate the snowplowing in Faribault County and the local cities this winter?
Excellent Good Fair Poor

Do you plan on buying a new car or truck this year?
Yes No

Do you have Cable TV or Satellite
Cable Satellite

Overall, do you expect things to improve in 2009, or get worse before they get better?
Improve Get Worse

Are you traveling more than 50 miles for Christmas, less than 50 or staying home?
More than 50 miles Less than 50 Staying home

With the recent snow, what is your favorite winter activity?
Skiing Snowmobiling Sledding Ice Fishing Traveling South Staying Indoors

Should the Federal Government bail out the automakers?
Yes No

Are you or someone in your family adopted?
Yes No

Do you recycle in your home?
A Lot A Little None

Compared to last year, how much do you plan to spend on Christmas shopping this year?
Same More Less A Lot Less

Do you feel McCain would have won the presidential race with Gov. Pawlenty as his running mate?
Yes No Maybe

How low do you think gas prices will go before they rise again?
$2.25 $2.00 Below $2.00 Below $1.50

Who do you plan to vote for on Nov. 4?
Barack Obama (president) John McCain (president) Al Frankin (senator) Norm Coleman (senator)

Do political ads on TV help determine who you will vote for?
Yes Somewhat Not at all

Do you favor the plan to combine the positions of the Faribault County Auditor and Treasurer?
Favor Oppose

Should the city of Blue Earth continue to allow leaf burning?
Yes No

Not counting increased food and fuel prices, has the national economic problem directly affected you?
a Lot A Little Not At All

What is your favorite season in Minnesota?
Fall Winter Spring Summer

Do you think the Minnesota Vikings will make the playoffs this year?
Yes No chance

Who made the better choice for their vice presidential running mate? Senator Obama or Senator McCain?
Obama McCain

Do the national political conventions influence who you will vote for?
Yes No

Do you feel the Prairie Express Transit System is a worthwhile service?
Yes No

Do you think that Minnesota's AYP testing is a fair way to judge local schools?
Yes No

Will you be watching the Summer Olympics
A Lot A Little Not At All

Should Sen. John McCain choose Gov. Tim Pawlenty as his running mate?
Yes No

How important is it that the city administrator live in the city where they work?
Very Important Not So Important

Do you think the county fair needs a big headliner act?
Yes No

Should Jesse "The Body" Ventura run for U.S. Senate?
Yes No

Will you attend at least one town celebration in Faribault County this year?
Yes No

Should the Blue Earth City Council have raised their salaries?
Yes No

Should John McCain choose Tim Pawlenty as his running mate?
Yes No

Do you favor Al Franken or Norm Coleman for U.S. Senate?
Franken Coleman

Do you feel Barack Obama should pick Hillary Clinton as his running mate?
Yes No

Did you, or will you, marry your high school sweetheart?
Yes No

Do you think economic development is of major importance to this area, or not a big concern?
Major Concern Minor Concern

Should the county have required an employee to return military leave overpayment?
Yes No

Are you spending your rebate check, or saving it/paying off debt with it?
Spending It Saving /Paying Debt

Are you planting a vegetable garden this year?
Yes No

Do you favor waiting until 2009 to do a bigger street repair project? Or should some be done now?
Wait Do now

Do you believe a $40,000 'Safe Schools' levy is needed in the BEA school distric?
Yes No

Does Blue Earth need stricter building code enforcement?
Yes No

Do you think the Faribault County Register should continue running April Fool's Day Stories?
Yes No

Has the price of gasoline cut down on your amount of driving?
Yes No

Are you happy with the state wide smoking ban in all business establishments?
Yes No