Data Collected To Date Demographics and Population Resident Data 2010 Census total and estimates to 2014 Projection to 2016 possible based on historical trends Age Distribution Household Income Poverty Status Source of Income Racial Distribution Educational Level

Data Collected To Date Housing Data from 2010 Census Number Type Age Occupancy Status Seasonal, rental, full-time Housing Value Comparative population, demographic, and housing data for Sussex County and the state Data for other municipalities available if desired

Data Collected To Date Annual data by type of crime for 2003-2015 DelDOT Traffic Data for 2015 Monthly data from automatic traffic counters north and south of Dewey Beach Allows estimate of traffic flow through town in peak season Average 26,000 cars per day through town in July 2015 3% fewer than in 2007; 7% more than in 2011 Estimate of number of people traveling through town More than 30,000 people through town on average July day Crime Data Annual data by type of crime for 2003-2015 Total crime flat, perhaps a slight trend down Riot/loitering is most frequent category – Dewey’s image problem? Primarily disorderly conduct with or without alcohol involvement, disturbing the peace/public nuisance, and in past 6 years, includes urinating/defecating in public Relevance to comprehensive plan?

Data Still In Process Trend in rental license applications Real estate data Estimates of occupancy and population in Summer season Dewey’s contribution to the county and state economy?

Survey Plans Conduct two surveys of stakeholders Survey property and business owners by mail and email Categorize respondents (pre-code where possible) Residents/rental/non-rental residential/businesses North/central/south Bay side/ocean side of Rt. 1 Follow-up nonrespondents by category to improve representativeness Hotels and rental agents distribute to visitors Survey over two week period Internet link provided for both surveys Survey Monkey or similar service

Questions for Property and Business Owners Gather owners’ views on meta issues Economic Development Natural Environment Built Environment Public Safety Town Hall Quality of Life Most questions are in 5 point Agree/Disagree format, exceptions noted Additional Questions Perceptions about positive and negative characteristics of Dewey Beach What is most in need of improvement or change over next five years

Economic Development The Town of Dewey Beach has a sound financial plan for the next ten years. Property owners in Dewey Beach contribute an appropriate amount to the financial sustainability of the town. Businesses in Dewey Beach contribute an appropriate amount to the financial sustainability of the town. Visitors to Dewey Beach contribute an appropriate amount to the financial sustainability of the town. Alternative Ensuring the financial sustainability of the town requires a greater contribution from: (check all that apply) Property Owners Business Owners Visitors None of the above The town should have a program to incentivize more year-round businesses. Dewey Beach should strive to become a more year round town.

Natural Environment Dewey Beach should do more to protect the natural environment and green spaces of the ocean beach and the bay. Protection against sea level rise and other climatic changes should be a high priority for the town The Town should develop a long-term plan for adaptation to the effects of sea level rise.

Built Environment Zoning codes in Dewey Beach should encourage development of more commercial properties Zoning codes in Dewey beach should encourage development of more residential properties Parking requirements for businesses in Dewey Beach should be relaxed to encourage development of more businesses Tighter building codes are needed to discourage redevelopment and building of very large residential buildings that are out of character with existing properties Zoning and building codes in Dewey Beach should be more tightly administered and enforced.

Public Safety Street lighting on Route 1 needs to be improved Lighting on side streets needs to be improved Current protections on the ocean beach are appropriate for ensuring public safety Current levels of police personnel are appropriate for protecting public safety Pedestrians are afforded appropriate space and protection in Dewey Beach Bicyclists are afforded appropriate space and protection in Dewey Beach

Town Hall Town government issues and activities are communicated effectively to property owners Online access to Town services needs improvement. The Town does a good job of balancing the needs of residents, businesses, and visitors The town code is effectively enforced and applied equitably to all stakeholders

Quality of Life Compared to five years ago, Dewey Beach’s image is Much better Somewhat better No different Somewhat worse Much worse Compared to five years ago Dewey Beach is a more family-friendly town Dewey Beach offers a vibrant and respectful environment for all age groups.

Positive Characteristics about Dewey Beach Among the following issues or characteristics, which do you believe are the most positive about Dewey Beach? Please rank the top five with number one being the most positive. Family friendly atmosphere Accessibility of ocean beach and bayside activities Dog friendly beach Nighttime entertainment Walking access to restaurants and bars Safe and secure nighttime environment Beach safety Good supply of rental houses and hotels for vacations Good mix of restaurants Adequate shopping and convenience outlets in town Active and busy summer season but quiet offseason Parking

Negative Characteristics about Dewey Beach Among the following characteristics, which do you believe are the most negative about Dewey beach? Please rank the top five with number one being the most negative characteristic. Overall noise level during summer season Adequate shops and convenience outlets in town Pedestrian and bicyclist safety Not enough family oriented restaurants Not enough focus on families in town environment Town energy too dependent on alcohol consumption and related activities Summer group houses Police presence Overall feeling of safety and well being Parking Beach safety Active and busy summer season but quiet offseason

Need for Improvement or Change During the next five years, which of the following do you think is most in need of improvement or change? (select up to 5) Summer activities for children Family-centered activities Beach safety Pedestrian safety Availability of family-focused restaurants More year-round restaurants Summer season noise Fewer special events (town and/or business-sponsored) More special events (town and/or business-sponsored) Stricter control of inappropriate behavior (public drunkenness, profanity, etc.) Public safety (general feeling of safe environment) Public transportation options

Visitors Survey How long was (is?) your stay in Dewey Beach? Weekend One week Two weeks More than two weeks Did you stay in a Hotel or motel? Condominium? House? How many people stayed with you in the same accommodations? None One Two or more

Visitors Survey (cont.) How many children were in your party (teenagers or younger) None One or two More than two What is it about Dewey Beach that you find most attractive and makes you want to return for another visit? (Select up to 3) Clean and safe beach Quality and number of rental accommodations Quality and number of restaurants Party atmosphere Family friendly activities Bayside activities Outdoor bars and restaurants Safe and comfortable atmosphere Other (specify) _____________________

Visitors Survey (cont.) What about Dewey Beach do you find least attractive and needs improvement? (Select up to 3) Clean and safe beach Quality and number of rental accommodations Quality and number of restaurants Party atmosphere Family friendly activities Bayside activities Outdoor bars and restaurants Safe and comfortable atmosphere Other (specify) _____________________ Do you plan to return to Dewey Beach for another stay? Yes No Not sure

Drugs: Possession of drugs or paraphernalia Drunkenness: Underage consumption Liquor: Underage possession, open container

Primarily disorderly conduct with or without alcohol involvement, disturbing the peace/public nuisance, and in past 6 years, includes urinating/defecating in public