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percent of household expenditures), Food Away from Home (between 11 and 12 percent), Vehicle Supplies /Services (between 10 and 11 percent). These three cate- gories accounted for between 40 and 43 percent of total household expenditures (excluding shelter). Other categories with high household expenditures induded new and used cars and trucks and miscellaneous household equipment and repairs. Expenditures by selected type of store revealed higher percentages of expenditures among households within two miles for the following types of stores: drinking establishments - lawn and garden supply stores - eating establishments - furniture/home furnishings - radio/TV /music stores - hardware stores - department stores - apparel stores - (117 percent) (114 percent) (114 percent) (114 percent) (114 percent) (113 percent) (113 percent) (113 percent) Similar, but slightly lower percentages were listed for households within one mile and substantially lower percentages were listed for households within five miles. Housing According to interviews with rental managers and leasing agents in Little Canada and the surrounding area, there is little need for additional rental housing. Some need was mentioned for three - bedroom units and for additional independent senior housing to meet the demand, however those interviewed stated there is a more than sufficient supply of standard one- and two - bedroom units in the surrounding area. Most of those interviewed stated their residents shop at Rainbow Foods (Marketplace) and to a lesser extent, Cub Foods (County Road B). They also stated their residents patronize other businesses in the area (hair salon, bingo hall, liquor store, Snyder's, Walgreen's) and that the availability of these goods close by is important. According to the managers, people like to live in Little Canada because of its central location and it is perceived as being a safe community. There are two senior housing projects in Little Canada, Garden Terrace and The Mayfield. The units at these two developments are almost always full and their waiting Lists are long. Neither of the senior housing managers, however, felt that there was a need for additional senior housing in Little Canada. In addition, a number of the condominium units located in Little Canada including Canabury Hill, Canabury Square, and La Fleur Royale are occupied by seniors. During the course of the town Appendix A [Draft - September 1, 1995] Page 107 Page A *6