Spring 2004
 

	SPRING 2003	FALL 2003	SPRING 2004
OVERVIEW					Wisconsin residents continue to be concerned about the economy and jobs, especially the availability and security of jobs. But they are also optimistic about their own situations.
THE MOOD					Fewer than half of respondents believe that things in Wisconsin are on the right track, a trend that has remained steady for almost two years. While a majority think things in their communities are on the right track, the mood has dipped since fall 2003.   Read Full Report
HOME-OWNERSHIP					A majority of respondents continue to be satisfied with the cost of owning a home (63%), but when they consider the taxes they pay on those homes, their satisfaction drops significantly to 41%.   Read Full Report
EDUCATION					Public education earns consistently high satisfaction ratings. Respondents also recognize the link between education, including job training and their overall quality of life.   Read Full Report
ECONOMY					Economic issues continue to concern Wisconsin residents. Both job security and opportunities dominate the economic landscape.   Read Full Report
TAXES					Property taxes are at the top of the radar for these respondents, as they have been for some time, although state residents think state and local programs and services improve the quality of their lives.   Read Full Report
PUBLIC SERVICES					State residents remain highly satisfied with local government safety services like fire and police protection. Satisfaction with state services is inching up from 54% in 2002 to 63% in this recent survey.   Read Full Report
HEALTH CARE					Health care is far more than a medical issue. It is an economic issue and state residents say that the cost of health care coverage affects their quality-of-life.   Read Full Report
THE FUTURE					Although slightly fewer respondents in this survey expect things to get better for them, there are indications that most people remain optimistic, especially people under 35.   Read Full Report