Development Community Strategic Plan Workshop

Development Partner Name (Names will not be included in any published document)

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Where do you live in the Township of Puslinch?

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Aberfoyle

Aikensville

Arkell

Badenoch

Crieff

Morriston

Other area in Puslinch

I don't live in Puslinch

How long have you lived in the Township of Puslinch?

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Less than 5 years

5 to 15 years

16 to 25 years

More than 25 years

I don't live in Puslinch

Do you work in the Township of Puslinch?

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Yes

Please select any of the following that you access in neighbouring municipalities:

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Recreational Programming

Community & Events (arts, culture, entertainment, fairs, etc.)

Shopping & Retail

Professional Services

Please select the top three (3) reasons you live in the Township of Puslinch.

Small town feel

Rural, open areas

Qualify of life aspects

Proximity to the GTA

Local businesses

Proximity to Waterloo Region

Proximity to Guelph

Close to family/friends

Easy access to outdoor recreation

Grew up in the area

Lifelong resident

Cost of living

Natural resource industry

Agricultural industry

I don't live in Puslinch

How satisfied are you living in the Township of Puslinch?

Very satisfied

Somewhat satisfied

Neutral

Somewhat dissatisfied

Very dissatisfied

Unsure

I don't live in Puslinch

What aspects are you most satisfied with living in the Township of Puslinch?

Small town feel

Access to, but far enough away from, larger centres

Rural, open areas

Low crime

Location

Downtowns

Easy access to outdoor recreation

Proximity to the GTA

Proximity to the Waterloo Region

Proximity to Guelph

Local businesses

Good government

I don't live in Puslinch

Other (please specify)

Select what the top five (5) priorities should be for the Township of Puslinch over the next 5-10 years?

Protecting the environment

Developing a more balanced industrial/commercial/residential property tax base

Growth management

Ensuring Township road repair, maintenance and snow removal

Maintaining adequate fire and emergency services

Providing recreational venues and programs

Supporting existing businesses

Facilitating provisions of accessible and affordable broadband to access the internet

Facilitating business expansion and investment attraction

Prudent financial management

Downtown improvements

Efficient delivery of Township services

Provide effect land use planning

Supporting community heritage

Supporting cultural programs (performing arts, heritage, civic arts)

Providing recreational programming

By-law enforcement

Supporting local events

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Select the top five (5) issues or challenges currently facing the Township of Puslinch.

High Property Taxes

Developing a more balanced industrial/commercial/residential property tax base

Access to parks and trails

Need for affordable housing

Need for more local jobs

Economic development

Winter roads maintenance and snow removal

Arts & culture (Performing Arts, Heritage, Civic Arts)

Workforce availability

Recreational Programming

Affordable broadband to readily access the internet and other digital services

Environmental protection

Ensuring existing quality of life/lifestyle assets

Prudent financial mangement

High cost of living

Depletion of natural resources

Access to health care

By-law enforcement

Community based events

Core Questions

The below questions have been asked to Township Council, Advisory Committees, Staff, and our Community Groups.

Strengths & Identity

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What do you think makes our Township a great place to live, work, or visit?

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Challenges & Needs

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What do you see as the biggest challenges or gaps that the Township should address in the next 5-10 years?

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Opportunities & Vision

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What opportunities should we focus on to build a stronger, more resilient, and inclusive community?

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Future Aspirations

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If you imagine our Township 5 years from now, what would success look like to you?

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Group Specific Questions

The below questions have been asked to the Township's development partners only.

Investment Climate: Strengths and Barriers

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What makes the Township an attractive (or challenging) place to build and invest?

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Improving the Development Process

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What changes in policy, process, or infrastructure would make development more effective here?

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Partnering for Growth

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How can the Township and development community work together to support housing and employment growth?

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Preparing for Emerging Trends

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In your experience, what trends in housing and development should the Township be preparing for?

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Exploring Innovation in Development

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What innovative approaches or solutions could the Township and development community pursue to address current and future growth challenges?

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