The State of New York
Number of Local Governments
Statewide, 45% of residents believe there are the right number of local governments in New York. However, among the 55% who disagree, most believe there are too many local government entities in the state.
Digging Deeper:
There are significant regional differences. In fact, a majority of residents, 54%, who reside outside New York City believe there are too many local governments. This includes 66% of people who live in Western New York and majorities in the Capital Region, the Lower Hudson Valley, Long Island, and Central New York who share this view.
Thinking about the number of local governments in New York State, do you think there are too many, too few, or about the right number?
Digging Deeper:
There are significant regional differences. In fact, a majority of residents, 54%, who reside outside New York City believe there are too many local governments. This includes 66% of people who live in Western New York and majorities in the Capital Region, the Lower Hudson Valley, Long Island, and Central New York who share this view.
Thinking about the number of local governments in New York State, do you think there are too many, too few, or about the right number?
Related Findings
More or Less Government?
The state as a whole closely divides over the role they envision for government.
Number of School Districts
55% of New Yorkers believe the number of school districts in the state is on track.
On the Plus Side
Most New Yorkers have a good deal of positive things to say about their local government.
