Government / Finance / Municipal Service & Capital Investment Survey Municipal Service & Capital Investment Survey Municipal Service & Capital Investment Survey "*" indicates required fields The Village of Pouce Coupe is seeking your input on municipal services, budget priorities, and capital investments over the next 3-5 years. Your feedback will guide Council in service delivery improvements, tax rate decisions, and infrastructure planning.Your InformationName* First Last Pouce Coupe Physical (Civic) Address*Email Section 1: Understanding the Value of Municipal ServicesHow valuable are the following municipal services to you?*Not At All ValuableNot ValuableSomewhat ValuableValuableHighly ValuableProtective Services (Fire, Bylaw Enforcement)Infrastructure & Roads (Paving, Snow Removal, Sidewalks)Parks & Recreation (Playgrounds, Trails, Green Spaces)Community & Economic Development (Business Growth, Tourism, Events)Governance & Administration (Council Operations, Public Engagement)Section 2: Overall Satisfaction with Municipal Services1. How satisfied are you with the current level of municipal services?* Very Satisfied – Services meet/exceed expectations. Somewhat Satisfied – Services are generally good, but improvements are needed. Neutral – No strong opinion. Somewhat Dissatisfied – Some services need improvements. Very Dissatisfied – Major improvements are needed in most areas. Do you believe the Village is delivering good value for the property taxes you pay?* Yes – I believe services are worth the tax rate. No – I feel taxes are too high for the services provided. Unsure – I need more information on how taxes are spent. Section 3: Prioritizing Municipal Services1. Which municipal department or service do you value the most?*Select up to 3 choices. Protective Services (Fire & Bylaw) Roads & Snow Removal Water & Sewer Infrastructure Parks & Recreation Economic Development & Planning Waste Management 2. Which municipal department or service do you value the least?*Select up to 3 choices. Protective Services (Fire & Bylaw) Roads & Snow Removal Water & Sewer Infrastructure Parks & Recreation Economic Development & Planning Waste Management Section 4: Budget & Staffing Considerations1. Do you believe the current municipal staffing levels are:* Adequate Inadequate (Staffing should be increased) Excessive (Staffing should be reduced) 2. If given the choice, which department would you INCREASE the budget for?* Protective Services (Fire, Bylaw, RCMP Contribution) Infrastructure & Roads Water & Sewer Services Parks & Recreation Waste Management Administration & Governance Economic Development 3. If given the choice, which department would you DECREASE the budget for?* Protective Services (Fire, Bylaw, RCMP Contribution) Infrastructure & Roads Water & Sewer Services Parks & Recreation Waste Management Administration & Governance Economic Development Section 5: Capital Investment Priorities (Next 3-5 Years) – Interactive Scoring SystemThe Village of Pouce Coupe has identified over $5.1 million in necessary capital asset investments across key municipal departments. Using the scale below, please allocate points (1-10) to indicate your priority level for each capital investment area (higher numbers = higher priority).Capital Investments by 2030:*012345678910Roads & Sidewalks (Repairs, Paving, Drainage Improvements)Fire Department (New Fire Truck, Equipment Upgrades, Facility Repairs)Water & Sewer Upgrades (Pipes, Sewage Systems, Treatment Improvements)Parks & Recreation (New Playgrounds, Trail Upgrades, Sports Facilities)Administration (Technology Upgrades, Municipal Office Maintenance)Additional Capital Investment Priorities*Are there any capital projects not listed that you believe should be prioritized?Section 6: Final Comments & SuggestionsDo you have any additional comments on how the Village can improve services or financial management?Survey Deadline: March 19, 2025 For Assistance, Call: 250-786-5794 Thank you for participating! Your feedback is essential in shaping the future of our community!
