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Most residents felt that the railroad was still a very important <br /> part of Efland, although there were, some differing opinions . <br /> SERVICES <br /> The three services that residents must most often go elsewhere for <br /> are doctors, banking needs and eating places. A large number of <br /> residents , however, do their grocery shopping in Efland. <br /> Most persons drive rather than to places like the local store or <br /> Post Office, although a large number of persons stated that they <br /> would walk to certain services if they were located within 1/4-mile <br /> of their home. <br /> Most' residents surveyed responded that they were pleased with <br /> services such as police and fire protection, water and sewer. There <br /> were a number of comments regarding the sewer system, however. Most <br /> persons responding liked the idea of sidewalks; although a large <br /> number disliked the idea. ' <br /> The vast majority of persons felt that a Town Commons" park would <br /> be used. The leading uses were picnics and sports, although some <br /> respondents expressed concerns about use of such a park for drugs <br /> and drinking. Respondents weren't sure overall what they thought of <br /> stores and residences adjacent to one another. <br /> APPEARANCE-RELATED ISSUES <br /> The Efland residents who responded felt their community is an <br /> attractive place. Places like the Eno River, the Lloyd and Sim <br /> Efland farms , and Efland-Cedar Grove Road were considered most <br /> scenic. A vast majority of the persons responding agreed that it <br /> was important to protect scenic areas in the community. <br /> The most pressing appearance problems indicated were junk cars, <br /> litter and a variety of other items . <br /> When asked what they would like to see in Efland 20 years from now, <br /> residents indicated they would want to still see a small community, <br /> with churches and open space. Most hoped that nothing would have <br /> changed, except some respondents who indicated more public services <br /> would be desirable. <br /> CONCLUSION <br /> From this survey emerges a clear picture of what Efland residents <br /> think of their community. They have a strong sense of community - <br /> a small--village atmosphere. Efland residents have a to of yr deain <br /> where they live, they like their village 's appearance <br /> character. They want to, keep that unigui feel, and do not want <br /> annexation by adjacent communities . They might want to become a <br /> Town of their own. Preserving open space and scenic sites are is <br /> important. They have a need for certain services, and would like to <br /> see services in close proximity and a town square park. <br /> B-2 <br />