The Community Alliance Survey results for St. Joseph have been released.

The survey was completed by ETC Institute, an Olathe, Kansas company that has performed similar surveys in more than 500 cities in the United States.

Jason Morando, Senior project Manager for ETC said there are several reasons to do the survey.

“One is to assess residents’ perception of the community. Also we’re assessing satisfaction with the delivery of community services,” said Morando. “With this survey we’re able to measure trends from the previous surveys. The survey is a great way to gather input from the community and help set priorities with the community.”

Morando said there are a number of issues facing St. Joseph that residents are concerned about.

“Public safety, jobs and education, maintenance of streets along with police and fire services are the city services that residents feel are the most important to emphasize,” said Morando.

Steve Johnston, Chamber of Commerce Director said the survey provides a path for improvement.

“The good news is we’re addressing those things, we know where we need to move and the directions we need to go,” Johnston said.