To gain a better understanding of how the Maui community feels about the COVID-19 pandemic, we asked our readers some questions. The survey was active from April 20th to April 24th and broken into four categories: Rules & Enforcement, Business/Employment, Daily Life, and Media Coverage.
All participants were required to verify their information via email, in an effort to ensure accuracy. Of the 400+ verified reponses here’s what we found:
Rules & Enforcement
Based on our survey results, residents err on the side of caution. Just under 70% of the respondents felt the traffic checkpoints were at least helpful, but were against (or neutral) when it came to banning walking on beaches. 62% of the responses felt church drive-thru services were, at minimum, slightly concerning.
As for politics, the feelings were split. 51% believe Hawaii politicians have not managed the COVID-19 crisis very well.
Do you feel the recent Maui traffic checkpoints are helpful?
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Do you feel the recent Maui traffic checkpoints are helpful?
36% Absolutely! Drivers should be checked to verify their necessary activities
33% I feel they are somewhat helpful, but not entirely necessary
29% I feel they are an infringement of my rights and not necessary at all
Do you feel Hawaii politicians are managing the COVID-19 crisis well?
Do you feel Hawaii politicians are managing the COVID-19 crisis well?
16% Yes
51% No
31% They are doing good enough
Are you for or against banning walking/jogging on Maui beaches?
Are you for or against banning walking/jogging on Maui beaches?
26% I'm for it
62% I'm against it
11% I don't care
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Are you concerned about churches conducting drive thru service?
Are you concerned about churches conducting drive thru service?
24% Not at all, let them congregate.
21% Slightly, but feel there are more important issues.
41% Yes, it is an unnecessary risk.
11% I don't care
Business & Employment Issues
If we had to pick one issue that an overwhelming majority of Maui agrees on, it would be the concern for our small businesses. Only 2% answered that they had no worries about the survival of Maui’s small businesses.
When it comes to the hot-button topic of unemployment, around 40% answered that they have filed for unemployment. Of the participants that filed for unemployment, most said the process was difficult to impossible. Interestingly enough, 74% of our respondents answered they were financially stable enough to get by during the temporary closure of tourism.
Are you concerned about Maui’s small businesses being able to survive?
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Are you concerned about Maui’s small businesses being able to survive?
90% Yes, I am very concerned about our local small businesses surviving this shutdown
7% I am somewhat concerned, but I don’t think about it much
2% Not at all, they will either survive or I will shop elsewhere
Do you miss work, or are you enjoying the time off?
Do you miss work, or are you enjoying the time off?
35% I can’t wait to get back to work!
16% I miss going out, but not work.
17% I prefer the time off
30% I'm still working.
What concerns you more, COVID-19 or the Economy?
What concerns you more, COVID-19 or the Economy?
28% The COVID-19 health risks
27% The negative economic effects
43% Both concern me equally
Have you filed for unemployment?
Have you filed for unemployment?
60% No, I still have a job.
25% Yes, but still waiting for my money.
8% Yes, but I was denied.
5% Yes, and I've received my money.
If you filed for unemployment, how difficult was the process?
If you filed for unemployment, how difficult was the process?
1% Very easy
4% Easy, but had some issues.
7% Somewhat difficult, but not a huge issue.
17% Difficult
10% Impossible
59% I didn't file for unemployment
Have you been financially affected by the temporary closing of Tourism?
Have you been financially affected by the temporary closing of Tourism?
24% Yes! I’ve lost my job and it has completely devastated me financially
44% I’ve been somewhat affected, but I can get by just fine
30% Not at all, it has made no difference for me
Daily Life
When it comes to daily life, hanging out seems to be the popular past-time that everyone’s missing. As far as staying in, most people are getting out at least once a week. With that said, 85% see COVID-19 as at least somewhat of a threat to Maui.
In a much lighter topic, everyone who answered the survey uses toilet paper. Only 27% of you all might be TP hoarders.
What activity do you miss the most?
What activity do you miss the most?
19% My favorite restaurant or bar
11% My gym/fitness center
15% Travelling
9% Shopping for fun (non-essential retail)
44% Hanging out with friends, group meetings or other gatherings
Do you know someone with COVID-19?
Do you know someone with COVID-19?
22% Yes
77% No
How many rolls of toilet paper are currently in your home (be honest)?
How many rolls of toilet paper are currently in your home (be honest)?
27% More than 20 rolls
35% Between 10-19 rolls
37% Less than 10 rolls
0% Who uses toilet paper rolls?
How serious do you feel the COVID-19 threat is to Maui?
How serious do you feel the COVID-19 threat is to Maui?
57% Very serious, it’s a matter of life and death for many!
28% Somewhat serious, but there are many other threats too.
13% I worry very little about the COVID-19 threat.
How often do you leave the house?
How often do you leave the house?
20% Daily for work
36% 2-3 times a week for necessities
36% 1 time a week for necessities
6% Never, I have everything I need here
Media Coverage
For our last questions, we wanted to know what stories matter to you. The answers were a “mixed bag”, but fortunately, we’ve got you covered. Be sure to check out our “Talking Story” and “Real Talk” video series for interviews with local community and business leaders.
We’ll admit, the last question definitely has some bias. Since the survey was conducted by an online news source, it’s not surprising that 88% of you answered in our favor. Either way, MAHALO for your readership!
What type of stories would you most like to see on Maui Now?
What type of stories would you most like to see on Maui Now?
11% I want to see more COVID-19 interviews with local government officials
27% I want to see more COVID-19 stories about our community
18% I want to see more stories about our community, outside of COVID-19 issues
23% I want to hear from business leaders and community members about what their lives are currently like
18% None of the above
What is the primary source for COVID-19 updates on Maui?
What is the primary source for COVID-19 updates on Maui?
0% Friends and family
10% Television
88% Online news and social media
0% Newspaper
Disclaimer: Maui Now provides no warranty regarding the accuracy, adequacy, completeness, legality, or reliability of any information provided in these results. Data in this article was provided by readers who participated via online survey. Participants were required to verify their e-mail address, and each verified e-mail address accounts for one survey result.
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