Panel survey city of Dordrecht January 1997 a. concerning municipal society and administration: attitude towards local politics and local politicians / main problems of municipality to be solved / r.'s opinion about the financial policy of the municipality / getting information about the municipal policy / being aware of 'objection and appeal' facilities, use and settlement of those facilities / settlement by the municipality of problems and complaints concerning the district where respondent is living / being aware of the existence of special committees meant for a.o. the preparation of council meetings / b. municipal policy concerning cabletelevision: r.'s preference concerning specific channels / c. municipal policy concerning inspection of all kinds of constructions like sheds / d. recreational facilities and wishes / e. facilities for the age groups 0-6/ 6-12/ and 12-18 years. Background variables: basic characteristics/ residence/ household characteristics/ education/ politics