County of Minburn – 2026–2030 Strategic Planning Survey

Welcome

About This Survey

County of Minburn Council is setting priorities for 2026–2030, and they want to hear from you before they start. This survey takes about 5–10 minutes. There are no right or wrong answers — your honest perspective is exactly what Council needs. Results will be summarized in a “What We Heard” report presented to Council before their planning session.

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About You

Council needs to know who’s responding so they can make sure all voices — from every corner of the County — are reflected in their plan.

Q1.Where do you live in the County of Minburn?

Hamlet of Lavoy Hamlet of Minburn Hamlet of Ranfurly Rural (outside a hamlet or village)

Q3.How long have you lived in the County of Minburn?

Less than 5 years 5–15 years More than 15 years

Q4.Which best describes your household?

Farm / Agribusiness Acreage Hamlet Resident

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Your Experience Today

Before looking ahead, Council wants to understand how residents experience the County right now.

Q7.Thinking specifically about County services, do you feel the overall quality of life in the County has changed over the past few years?

It has improved It has stayed about the same It has gotten worse Not sure

Q8.What do you value most about living in the County?

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Setting Priorities

This is the most important section. Council will use your answers to focus their energy and budget where it matters most to residents.

Q9.In your view, how important is each of the following to you as a County resident?

	Very important	Important	Neutral	Not important	Not at all important
Roads and Bridges maintenance
Water, Sewer and Waste management
Recreation and Community programs
Economic development
Advocacy and lobbying to senior governments
Agricultural support programs

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Economic Development

Q11.What do you think are the biggest barriers to economic growth in the County?

Q12.What opportunities do you think the County should be pursuing that it isn’t yet?

Q13.The County has a ‘Buy a Lot for a Loonie’ program to encourage more land use in hamlets. Are you aware of this program, and do you think it should be continued or expanded?

Yes, aware — should be continued as-is Yes, aware — should be expanded Yes, aware — should be discontinued Not aware of the program Not sure

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Environment & Land Use

Q14.How important is it to you that the County actively protects agricultural land from non-farm development?

Q15.Are you concerned about any environmental issues in the County (e.g., water quality, soil health, industrial development near farmland)?

Yes — please describe below No Not sure

Q16.How well do you feel the County balances agricultural interests with other development pressures (industrial, residential, recreational)?

Very well Adequately Poorly I’m not sure

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Community & Social Services

Q17.From a community services perspective, what should the County do to better support residents in rural areas and hamlets?

Q18.County of Minburn supports non-profit organizations and community societies that deliver recreational and community programs on behalf of the County. How well do these organizations provide services in your area?

Q19.County of Minburn supports Family & Community Social Services (FCSS) through contracts with Mannville and Vegreville. Do you or members of your household access FCSS programs in those communities?

Yes No Not sure / Not applicable

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Governance & Trust

Q20.How informed do you feel about County initiatives and projects?

Very informed Somewhat informed Not very informed Not informed at all

Q21.Do you feel that Council decisions reflect the values and needs of residents like you?

If you answered ‘Sometimes,’ ‘Rarely,’ or ‘No,’ please tell us more — why or why not?

Q22.How satisfied are you with the level of public engagement and communication from County of Minburn?

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Staying Connected

Council wants to improve communications and engagement with residents. Telling them how you prefer to get information helps them reach you more effectively.

Q23.How do you prefer to receive updates and information from the County?

Select all that apply

County website Facebook / social media Email newsletter Printed mail or flyer Local newspaper Word of mouth / community notice boards I don’t currently receive County updates

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Future Outlook

Q24.Are you planning to remain in the County for the foreseeable future?

Q25.What would make the County a more attractive place to live or raise a family?

Q26.How likely are you to recommend the County as a place to live or do business?

One Last Thing

Q27.If you could tell Council one thing before they set their priorities for the next few years, what would it be?

Thank you for taking the time — your voice matters.

Privacy Notice
The information you provide in this survey is collected under the authority of the Municipal Government Act and protected under Alberta’s Protection of Privacy Act (POPA). Your responses are anonymous and will be used only for the purpose of informing the County’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan. If you have questions about this collection, contact the County office at CAO@minburncounty.ab.ca

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Thank You!

Your response has been recorded. Council will use your feedback to shape the County’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan. Results will be presented in a “What We Heard” report before the planning session.

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