Terms of Reference for Community Survey

As part of the application process for developments, the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) may request a community survey. A survey is requested where there is a need to get feedback from residents in the community on the development. Objectives of Survey The objective of the community survey is to provide documented feedback from the residents of the community on the proposed development. Community surveys are usually requested for areas which are zoned residential and are still characteristically residential. They may also be requested if there is a possible disturbance to the ambience such as an increase in noise or traffic. Survey Population The survey should capture all those persons who are likely to be impacted by the development. The radius of the survey should include those residents who live on the perimeter of the development, those who live on the same road as the development, as well as those who use same access roads. Methodology Sound methods of sample should be employed when conducting the surveys. Some methods of sampling suited for these surveys include convenience sampling and snowballing. The researcher should try to survey at least 75% of the population. Only one representative from each household should be interviewed to ensure the integrity of the survey. Outputs Original copies of the survey instruments dated and signed by the social researcher, along with a report capturing both quantitative and qualitative data. The surveys should also include the address and contact number, where possible, of persons being interviewed for verification purposes. Requirements of the Consultant The consultant should be chosen from the list of suggested consultants on NEPAs website. The list of preferred consultants was compiled based on the number of years of experience doing similar surveys, as well as on recommendation. Copies of the curriculum vitae are available for perusal.

Terms of Reference for Community Surveys September 2010 National Environment and Planning Agency

List of preferred consultants Janice Bent Carr Profile: Currently works as a Social Survey Supervisor with Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN), and has been employed there since 2000. Also, currently works with KOCI Market Research as an interviewer since 2007. Has over ten (10) years work experience in social survey. Worked with organizations such as NEPA (2010, 2009, 2008 & 2005), V. Evans and Associates (2009 2010), Cable and Wireless Jamaica Ltd. (2005-2007), Market Research Services Ltd. (19962004) and Telemar Jamaica Ltd (1987-1995). Contact: (876) 365-0634 Doreen Millwood Profile: Currently works with Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) as a Supervisor on social survey projects, and has been working with SATIN since 2001. Has over ten (10) years work experience in social survey. Worked with organizations such as NEPA(2005 2006, 2008- 2009 & 2010), University of the West Indies (2006-20007), Cable and Wireless Co. Ltd. (2004), National Commercial Bank (2004), Electoral Office of Jamaica (1997 2000), and Teleworld Ltd (1997). Contact: (876) 848-6275 Toni-Ann Stewart Profile: Has over five (5) years experience conducting social surveys. Has worked with V. Evans and Associates (2010), KOCI Market Research (2010), National Commercial Bank (2008), Grace Kennedy Research Services 92007), Market Research Services Ltd. (2000-2004) Contact: (876) 362-4760 Norma Surgeon Profile: Currently works as an interviewer at Search Associates Ltd. (2002 Present) and Statistical Institute of Jamaica (2000-Present). Has almost ten (10) years experience in social surveys. Has worked with organizations such as NEPA (2008 2009 & 2010), and the University of the West Indies, Mona (2007-2008). Contact: (876) 591-0190/897-2712 Diana Lennon-Lewis Profile: Currently works with Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) as a Supervisor on social survey projects, and has been working with SATIN since 2002. Has worked with NEPA (2009 & 2010) and University of the West Indies (2006-2007) Contact: (876) 391-6201/704-1492

Terms of Reference for Community Surveys September 2010 National Environment and Planning Agency