A survey issued by Modesto in late September revealed that homelessness, public safety and transportation are the most important issues for residents. Housing affordability and the economy also ranked high.
The survey — which interviewed 400 residents from Sept. 30 to Oct. 7 — also detailed how people feel the city is handling these issues and provided some insight into how they feel about Modesto in general.
There were several issues of high importance that Modestans felt unsatisfied with how they are being handled. Residents also disagree with how the city should expand and grow…