Pamela J. Hunter

HOUSING

1.

How significant of a problem do you believe housing affordability is in New York State today?

A very big problem

A somewhat big problem

Not a very big problem

Not a problem

I’m not sure

2.

Which of the following do you believe is the greatest contributor to rising housing costs?

Insufficient housing supply

Price increases driven by investors and large landlords

State and local taxes and regulatory requirements

Rising construction and material costs

Population growth and migration pressures

Government not doing enough to manage affordability

I’m not sure

3.

When it comes to improving housing affordability, which should be the highest priority for New York State leaders?

Making it easier to build more housing

Expanding rent controls and tenant protections

Increasing financial assistance for renters and first-time homebuyers

Reducing property taxes and related fees

Addressing speculation and investor-owned properties

All of the above

None / I’m not sure

PUBLIC SAFETY & COMMUNITY WELL-BEING

4.

Which actions should State and local governments prioritize to strengthen public safety in our community?

Expanding mental health services and crisis response teams

Investing in youth programs, after-school activities, and violence-prevention initiatives

Improving street lighting, sidewalks, and public infrastructure

Enhancing coordination among local, county, and state law enforcement agencies

Increasing law enforcement staffing and neighborhood patrols

5.

Do you think current immigration enforcement taking place in New York State is:

Much too aggressive

Slightly too aggressive

About right

Slightly too lenient

Much too lenient

I’m not sure

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

6.

Which forms of energy do you believe New York State should prioritize for future investment? (Select all that apply)

Solar power

Wind power (onshore)

Wind power (offshore)

Hydropower

Nuclear energy

Natural gas

Biofuels or renewable fuels

Geothermal energy

Other (please specify)

7.

On the topic of energy and the environment, do you support or oppose plans to gradually phase out fossil fuels and transition to an all-electric energy system?

Strongly support

Somewhat support

Not sure

Somewhat oppose

Strongly oppose

8.

Which of the following statements is closest to your view?

New York’s all-electric goals go too far, too fast, and will increase costs for families like mine.

New York’s all-electric goals are essential to fight climate change, reduce pollution, and create good-paying clean-energy jobs.

New York’s all-electric goals are good in theory, but I am concerned about unintended consequences during implementation.

9.

Do you think the transition to clean energy will be easier or harder in our area compared to other parts of New York State?

Easier

About the same

Harder

I’m not sure

AFFORDABILITY

10.

Over the past year, has your household’s ability to afford basic expenses:

Improved

Stayed the same

Become more difficult

11.

How much have rising prices for groceries, utilities, and everyday essentials affected your household?

A great deal

Somewhat

A little

Not at all

12.

How concerned are you about being able to afford your home heating and energy bills this winter?

Very concerned

Somewhat concerned

Not very concerned

Not concerned at all

13.

Which expense has placed the greatest strain on your budget in the past year?

Housing costs

Utilities and energy bills

Groceries and household essentials

Property taxes

Childcare or family care

Healthcare expenses

Transportation costs

Other (please specify)

COMMUNITY LIFE & LOCAL PRIORITIES

14.

Which of the following do you most appreciate about living in Central New York?(select all that apply)

Our schools

Local parks and green spaces

Community events and festivals

Local businesses

Volunteer groups and nonprofits

Neighborhood improvements

Other (please specify)

Assemblymember

Assembly District 128

Assemblymember Pam Hunter's 2026 Constituent Survey