Beaver County Community Survey Oct. 2016

What community are you a resident of: Response Chart Percentage Count

Beaver County 67.2% 133 Town of Ryley 6.1% 12 Town of Tofield 18.2% 36 Town of Viking 5.6% 11 Village of Holden 3.0% 6 Total Responses 198

Geographic response is similar to proportionate population. There is modest over- proportionate response from Beaver County residents – not unexpected given the survey is directed at a County planning process – and modest under-proportionate response from the Town of Viking.

% Total Region Population Beaver County 58% Ryley 5% Viking 11% Tofield 22% Holden 4%

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1. We typically move to or live in a community because we appreciate the lifestyle it offers. What factors do you think are core to your present lifestyle in Beaver County? (choose up to five that are most important to you) Response Chart Percentage Count

Natural environment 66.1% 84 Peaceful 63.0% 80 Good jobs 7.1% 9 Family values 27.6% 35 Beaver Hills (UNESCO designation) as demonstration 11.0% 14 of environmental stewardship Open spaces 33.9% 43 Recreation amenities in nearby towns 15.0% 19 Outdoor recreation opportunities 18.1% 23 Cultural facililties (e.g. meeting hall, seniors centre) in 14.2% 18 nearby towns Easier access to medical facilities 16.5% 21 Affordable housing 24.4% 31 Proximity to Edmonton 44.9% 57 Friendly/everyone knows everyone 27.6% 35 Great schools/smaller class sizes 26.0% 33 Safe/low crime 20.5% 26 Can't see your neighbours 30.7% 39 Clean air 32.3% 41 Good water 17.3% 22 Balance of farms, industry and natural spaces 37.8% 48 Cheaper recreation (e.g. hockey) 4.7% 6 Other, please specify... 7.1% 9 Total Responses 127

Other factors specified # Response 1. Trees 2. Nice place to live but hard to get to work in winter when roads don't get plowed!!! 3. Quiet 4. Lead a variety of lifestyles 5. County provides an overall good quality of life 6. Born and raised here, it's home!

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7. Abundant wildlife/bird watching 8. Great community

2. In your opinion, what would make Beaver County a better place to live in? (choose up to 5 that are most important to you) Response Chart Percentage Count

More police/bylaw enforcement 24.8% 31 More services/amenities in nearby communities 29.6% 37 More local employment (industry) 46.4% 58 More bike/walking paths 15.2% 19 More/better playgrounds 2.4% 3 More/better recreation facilities 16.8% 21 Lower taxes 37.6% 47 More/better youth activities 21.6% 27 More/better arts and culture facilities/programs 11.2% 14 More community pride 20.0% 25 More housing variety with associated range of affordability 8.8% 11 More parks 8.0% 10 More environment-focused initiatives 18.4% 23 Healthcare services 30.4% 38 Childcare services 13.6% 17 Recreation Centre in the County 17.6% 22 More outdoor recreation attractions/facilities 14.4% 18 More events 4.8% 6 Better social supports (e.g. family & community support 6.4% 8 services) Inspiring County initiatives 11.2% 14 Understanding of/ability to participate in ambitious County 9.6% 12 vision Entrepreneurship development program 12.0% 15 Faster Internet 38.4% 48 Public transportation 10.4% 13 More agricultural services (note: currently pest/brush/weed 17.6% 22 control, seed cleaning, sustainable ag program) Unsure/don't know 1.6% 2 Total Responses 125

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3. What are our key opportunities in Beaver County? (choose your top two) Response Chart Percentage Count

Beaver Hills (UNESCO) initiative 13.8% 17 Quality of life 57.7% 71 Close proximity to Edmonton 39.8% 49 Food production 13.8% 17 Balance of farm, industrial and value-added processing 30.9% 38 New approach to energy industry/services 4.1% 5 Land prices 18.7% 23 Recreational tourism 4.9% 6 Job creation by developing economic opportunities (e.g. 18.7% 23 greenhouses, value-added processing, manufacturing) Other, please specify... 4.1% 5 Total Responses 123

Other opportunities specified: # Response 1. Access to trails, parks, wilderness, outdoor hiking spots, beautiful landscape 2. Everyone has land. I believe they should be allowed to use the land as they see fit – e.g. chickens under 5 acres, a 2nd dwelling, less permitting regulations etc. Especially if they can have both neighbors OK with it. 3. Natural environment

4. What challenges do we need to overcome in Beaver County? (choose your top two) Response Chart Percentage Count

Resistance to change 32.5% 40 Water quality/quantity 9.8% 12 Retain youth/young adults 32.5% 40 Flat economy 15.4% 19 Declining population 13.8% 17 Too much regulation for business/development/people 9.8% 12 Leakage of money to cities 24.4% 30 Not enough jobs 33.3% 41 Protectionism of each community in the County vs. 9.8% 12 consideration of the whole Other, please specify... 13.8% 17 Total Responses 123

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Other challenges specified: # Response 1. Not enough high wage local jobs 2. Poor road maintenance 3. Gun range disturbing quiet enjoyment of property 4. The view that the natural environment can be used for profit and recreation without limitations 5. Quality of public works maintenance and effective use of budget 6. Tax dollars not efficiently used 7. Better road maintenance 8. Communication of community events 9. Decisions on land use 10. Tax dollars not efficiently used 11. Land use policies that allow too much subdividing of property in rural areas that then impact neighbors, wildlife, the environment, road use/safety/management. As well, more consideration/support for sustainable projects for urban and rural residents. 12. High tax expenditure on staff 13. High expenditure on Viking and Tofield elected officials 14. Unnecessary beaver control; clearing of forest 15. Saving our lakes 16. Not enough small business initiatives and infrastructure

5. What two industries do you think need to lead the charge in the future? (choose two) Response Chart Percentage Count

Energy (including renewables) 39.8% 49 Agricultural production 29.3% 36 Agricultural processing 26.8% 33 Recreational tourism 20.3% 25 Industry (industrial parks) 17.9% 22 Independent entrepreneurs 32.5% 40 Integrated waste management 8.9% 11 Environmental products and services 22.8% 28 Total Responses 123

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6. Vision of the Future

Beaver County and the towns and villages within the County boundary have for the most part had a fairly stable population over the last 15 years (likely influenced by proximity to the Edmonton region). Many parts of rural Alberta are feeling the stresses caused by steady population decline. Farms get bigger and people move away to pursue opportunities in larger urban centres. Beaver County has a proud history as an agricultural producer, which means it has experienced the same population challenges of other rural regions. Unlike other rural regions, however, there has been some modest industry growth, especially focused in the communities of Tofield and Viking. This dynamic suggests four potential “visions” for the future of Beaver County:

Vision 1: Graceful Aging: While areas closer to Edmonton have a stable population, areas further east experience a slow decline in population. Farms get larger, the farm population continues to age, and young people tend to leave to find opportunities in larger urban centers. Municipal leadership continues to focus on providing core infrastructure services with available tax dollars, but a smaller population may impact service levels in future given fewer tax dollars. This said, “slow, steady and predictable” is a comfortable lifestyle for residents.

Vision 2: Industrial Heart: Highway 2 and the Capital Region are growing quickly. Land prices and quality of life issues arise that offer the municipalities in the region an opportunity. Job creation and investment attraction are the focus of the municipalities. Town and County industrial parks in the west portion of the County draw investments because of lower land prices, lower development costs, access to key infrastructure such as railroad and Highway 14, a strong labour pool, and access to adequate water. That investment draws further investment, and new industrial parks are developed along the transportation corridor through the region to support the expansion of everything from oil and gas manufacturing, to metal and plastics fabrication. The addition of tax dollars allows for consideration of expanded services, amenities, and service levels.

Vision 3: Agriculture and Environment Revival: The region focuses on promoting itself as food and environment hub of the province where innovation is put into practice. Alternative energy production and food production are the focus of the economic strategy. Current farming practices are supported, but so are other extended farming practices such as organics, greenhouses, aquaculture, turf to place supply chains, and farmers’ marketing. Innovative forms of residential development like “agrihoods” (urban development with agricultural activity in the development), and “condo farms” (competitive housing prices targeted at a younger population attached to small land plot to grow niche products), contribute to an agricultural revival. A research park that supports new agriculture models is created in conjunction with post-secondary educational institutes to focus on successful practices. Environmental technologies and practices complement these stretch farming goals, with the goal of making our communities self-sufficient economically, and in energy and food production. The addition of tax dollars allows for consideration of expanded services, amenities, and service levels.

Vision 4: Recreation Playground: Fishing, hunting, off road vehicles, bird watching, horseback riding, nature walks, golf, camping, the Beaver Hills UNESCO site, canoeing . . . these are just a few of the areas to focus on. Creating a policy structure that enables the region to develop the greatest recreational opportunities on the prairies will allow us to capitalize on the close proximity to Highway 2, the Capital Region, and the International Airport. One attraction does not bring visitors, however. With a focus on developing such an extensive range of opportunities we provide people from around the world interested in reconnecting to land and rural life with ample reasons to come to our region. Agriculture develops a tourism flavour - in a modest farm stay tourism industry, and in farm- to-table food production. The tax base remains stable enough to support a small and efficient set of services.

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6a. Based on this description, what you value most about Beaver County, and what direction you think Beaver County should head in, what vision do you prefer? (choose one) Response Chart Percentage Count

Vision 1 - Graceful Aging 8.5% 10 Vision 2 - Industrial Heart 11.1% 13 Vision 3 - Agriculture and Environment Revival 30.8% 36 Vision 4 - Recreation Playground 12.8% 15 Combination of Visions (please specify 24.8% 29 combination by Vision #) None 3.4% 4 Unsure/Don't Know 8.5% 10 Total Responses 117

Combinations of Visions specified number as follows: 13 – Visions 3 and 4 (11%, 15% if include 4 responses inclusive of 3 and 4 below) 5 – Visions 2 and 3 (4%) 2 – Visions 2, 3 and 4 2 – Visions 1, 3 and 4 1 – Each of 2 and 4, 1 and 3, 1 and 4, and “all of them”

Response to single and combinations of visions suggests a “softer” vs industrial development vision, and not a status quo vision. Specified combinations of visions: # Response 1. 2,3 2. 3,4 3. 3 and 4 4. All of them. We need all to grow. 5. Combination of 1,3 and 4 6. Vision #4 and #2 7. 2,3. 8. You need a combo of 2,3,and 4 9. 3&4 10. 3 & 4 11. Vision 3 and 4 12. Combination of 3 and 4 13. 1 & 3 14. Industry is needed to increase tax base, machinery and equipment taxes, along with trying to make energy self sufficient, waste heat recovery projects.

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15. 3 and 4 16. Environment , maintaining clean water 17. 1-3 18. 3 and 4 19. 2 & 3 20. Vision #2 is already underway - good for the County. Vision #3 should also be pursued. It produces an overall quality of life. Vision #3 has been pursued by many countries, has a proved track record and we do need to try and catch up. 21. 3,4 22. Vision 2 and 3 - create a balance between the industrial which is often seen as "dirty" and some environmental/clean agriculature. 23. 1 and 4 24. 3 and 4 25. 4 and 3 26. 1,3 and 4 all good visions 27. #3,#2,#4 28. 3 and 4 29. 1,3

6b. How would alter your preferred vision to improve it, or otherwise describe your vision of Beaver County in the year 2020?

# Response 1. My vision would include a central governance structure that the County, villages, hamlets and towns all fell under. 2. We should encourage young people to leave for education and life experiences but make sure that the county is welcoming for them to come back and use the learning and experiences they have. We need the youth to learn on their own but we want to give them opportunities here to create a career and lifestyle. 3. We need more jobs and youth activities without turning us into an industrial hub. 4. More industry and agriculture bring money to Beaver County. 5. I would not tie any housing plan to any business venture. There would be plenty of interest if the price is right and the long term jobs are there. I see a great opportunity in attracting agricultural and industrial businesses with a reduced tax plan that increases to a fair level over a 5 yr span. Attract agriculture processing and development, industry and the jobs. Jobs bring in the people and revenue for the County. 6. I have been here since 74 and nothing seems to change much! Maybe we can build more subdivisions on the west side of Beaver County like a whole new little town with great access to Edmonton. 7. I would like to see an indoor Agriculture Arena used for 4-H shows, horse riding, rodeos and other ag initiatives.

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8. Encourage green tech to set up in the area to build better futures for our existing inhabitants. Invest in better up to date tech for waste management, i.e. water and various county requirements. 9. Highway 14 needs to be improved. Twinning all the way to Viking would be great. 10. More efficient tax expenditure. Contract hiring of road maintenance and snow plowing of county roads. 11. An area that is home to and encourages small scale, sustainable food production and business, an administration that protects the environment, regulates activities and recreation to areas away from residential communities and provides a natural escape from city life. Sustainability, not unregulated growth and industry, is the future. And please, please relocate the gun range to the outer limits of the county. As I type this I can hear automatic weapons being fired at the gun range. Gun ranges are not compatible with residential areas. 12. All of the visions had their strong points, it was difficult to choose just one. 13. More systematic information of the businesses now using our agricultural base to produce new products, and a Farmers' Market that would be accessible to those who work in the city are two possibilities. 14. Less regulations…a lot of bylaws are old and out of date. They should be abolished to make room for personal expansion for land owners. E.g. I want to put a mobile home on my land so I can fix it up over a period of a year or 2, then sell it. I will pay more in taxes benefitting the community and it allows me to do something I enjoy. As it stands, I am not allowed, that makes no sense. 15. Vison 3 is most sustainable. I would say Vision 3 & 4 combo except for hunting and ATV's. Too much trespassing and crime related activities. I know, I have experienced it many times. 16. The Tofield area needs more job opportunities. The KLM plant is good, but only offers welding jobs. The vacant land on Rge Rd 192 just north of 14, should be sold and developed into a mall maybe, or a Walmart-type business with one-stop shopping. The surrounding area's mix of farms/acreages is good but maybe one or two rural "inn" type places should be built to encourage tourism. 17. Due to lack of concern and lack of knowledge I see roads in terrible shape due to no new road construction for many years and shoulder pulls not doing a long term benefit. 18. I believe it would be a better area to reside in if Beaver County was amalgamated with surrounding counties. 19. Beaver County has continued to develop an industrial base. Of equal importance is increasing population by allowing and encouraging land owners to make the most of their properties. Most forms of home based businesses that are conducted in a respectful and properly regulated manner. This combination of living and working offers a quality of life and is a great selling point. We should also be open minded about alternate energy sources - wind generation, solar, etc. Beaver County should encourage and lead in this area. 20. As you've stated, Beaver County has historically been a strong agricultural base. Forward thinking would be to continue researching/supporting/promoting sustainable agriculture. Food security is so important to everyone. We have a reliable and close market base (Edmonton). As well as encouraging people to stay on the farms. By using organic/sustainable agricultural practices, we would not be negatively impacting the environment. So this would maintain the region's recreational potential/attraction. By promoting more green industry and jobs we wouldn't need to worry about the impact of overuse of our water supplies which happens with many industrial processes or adding air pollutants from many types of refineries. 21. Development of cooperatives, especially for renewable energy and ag processing. Enable citizens to invest locally. 22. Encourage and promote organic farming. 23. We enjoy life the way it is in the Beaver County.

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24. I believe in option 3 and plead for you to please stop trying to bring people in for recreation most are good people but many throw garbage and disrespect farmers property 25. Stable taxes, careful spending by county council and administration. 26. Agricultural processing 27. Designated areas for off-road recreation vehicles, small business growth, consistent property taxes (rather than yearly increasing ones) especially considering the state of our roads. 28. 3 and 4 are not mutually exclusive. Combine the agricultural productivity, renewable energy initiatives and recreational opportunities. 29. We do need to consider how we are going to meet the needs of the elderly in the future in Beaver County, example access to health care people so we can stay in our homes with support. 30. I am happy to not see too much growth population wise, less cutting up of lands into acreages, less traffic, etc. The vision for me varies by area within Beaver County- in the Morraine where soils are poor, tourism and outdoor recreation would be a greater priority. Wildlife corridors, connected hiking/skiing trails, B&Bs, etc In better ag lands, I would like to see production of ag products and more food produced for Edmonton folks, farm stays, more berries. For ALL I would like to see an encouragement to get off of non- renewables. 31. Our county as many others has problems recruiting doctors. Encouragement for doctors to come and stay may be an incentive by housing and welcome to the community events. Another concern that I have is placement issues with hospitals Our county does not have a Designated living 3 which enables persons that are not acute and not eligible for long term to be placed in a long term facility or sent to facility far from friends and family. This is very hard on our seniors who make true friendships with their friends when families are not living close. In Viking a taxi service is needed as it is too expensive for clients to take the hand-ivan by themselves for appointments. I must say the PCN has been a well needed addition to the Viking community. 32. I think we really need to be more self-sustainable, especially with the changing weather patterns. The Rural Outreach & Agricultural Renaissance Society or ROARS (Viking) holds functions in Viking teaching the organic self-sustainability way. This year I learned how to build a greenhouse that can grow some produce throughout the winter, I was amazed. 33. I think that if we focus on vision 3, we would be more successful than with vision 4. In order to promote tourism (which would be great for bringing money into the county), I think there are other priorities that need to be addressed first. If we had a more developed population, as proposed in vision 3, we could support things like local coffee shops, farmers markets, and restaurants during the "non-tourist" season. This would put us in a better position to develop into a community that was ready for vision 4.

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7. Please agree or disagree with the following statements: Strongly Somewhat Somewhat Strongly Unsure/Don't Total Agree Agree Disagree Disagree Know Responses

There is good value received 12 49 (45.8%) 28 (26.2%) 14 4 (3.7%) 107 for taxpayer dollars spent by (11.2%) (13.1%) the County The variety of municipal 13 59 (54.6%) 28 (25.9%) 6 (5.6%) 2 (1.9%) 108 services offered by the County (12.0%) is satisfactory The quality of municipal 14 61 (56.0%) 24 (22.0%) 7 (6.4%) 3 (2.8%) 109 services offered by the County (12.8%) is satisfactory Beaver County needs to 36 43 (40.2%) 13 (12.1%) 6 (5.6%) 9 (8.4%) 107 expand its recreation and (33.6%) culture service offering either to serve existing residents and/or to attract investment and new families to relocate The County should subsidize 23 35 (32.4%) 23 (21.3%) 20 7 (6.5%) 108 industrial park development (21.3%) (18.5%) and position tax and utility rates to attract Edmonton region industry to a more competitive option in Beaver County

8. As Beaver County moves into a future, there will be natural pressure to expand County service levels and/or the number and diversity of either County facilities, or County investment in facilities located in nearby towns/villages in the County. Thinking about present and future needs, which of the following tax strategies do you support most over the next 10 years? (choose one) Response Chart Percentage Count

Maintain current level of services/facilities, which may 33.6% 36 require a tax increase to offset inflation Enhance the level of services/facilities, which may 34.6% 37 require a tax increase above inflation Reduce services/facilities to maintain current tax levels 13.1% 14 Reduce services/facilities to reduce taxes 2.8% 3 Unsure/don't know 15.9% 17 Total Responses 107

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9. The Budget Shuffle

If the County was to work within its current level of taxation and revenue and re-assign resources to provide the County services you desire, what should Council's priorities be in future? (of the following options, please choose 4 we should do more of, and 4 we should do less of) Should Do Should Do Total More Of Less Of Responses

Family, community and youth support programs 46 (82.1%) 10 (17.9%) 56 Cultural programming/facilities 16 (29.1%) 39 (70.9%) 55 Park and trail development and maintenance 31 (56.4%) 24 (43.6%) 55 Road upgrades (e.g. oiling, paving) 59 (81.9%) 13 (18.1%) 72 Access to potable water 31 (70.5%) 13 (29.5%) 44 Cultural and recreation events and festivals 23 (51.1%) 22 (48.9%) 45 Economic partnership with communities in region 40 (74.1%) 15 (27.8%) 54 Number and diversity of recreation/culture facilities in the County 20 (43.5%) 26 (56.5%) 46 County investment in number and diversity of recreation/culture 18 (32.1%) 38 (67.9%) 56 facilities in nearby towns Snow removal 27 (71.1%) 11 (28.9%) 38 Agricultural services (weed/pest control, environmental 23 (54.8%) 19 (45.2%) 42 stewardship) High quality basic service provision – e.g. garbage, roads, 28 (59.6%) 19 (40.4%) 47 streetlights Economic development program 33 (63.5%) 19 (36.5%) 52 Bylaw enforcement 28 (56.0%) 22 (44.0%) 50 Recreation programs 24 (63.2%) 14 (36.8%) 38 Police services - RCMP 42 (85.7%) 7 (14.3%) 49 Emergency services (fire, ambulance) 39 (92.9%) 3 (7.1%) 42 Long range community planning 31 (63.3%) 18 (36.7%) 49 Recycling program 33 (64.7%) 18 (35.3%) 51 Volunteer programs 23 (62.2%) 14 (37.8%) 37 Public library 20 (54.1%) 17 (45.9%) 37 Tourism/events 26 (53.1%) 23 (46.9%) 49

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10. Please rate what you feel is the relative importance of working to provide each of the following services on a more REGIONAL basis moving forward: Note – results indicate exploration of region-based services focused on basic services (water, fire, emergency etc.) with a secondary focus on recreation services, and family and community support services. 22 of 30 identified regional services/activities have more than 50% of respondents indicating it’s an important or very important activity. Not At All Not Very Slightly Important Very Unsure/Don't Total Important Important Important Important Know Responses

Airport Services 27 34 22 9 (9.1%) 2 (2.0%) 5 (5.1%) 99 (27.3%) (34.3%) (22.2%) Bylaw Services 6 (6.1%) 8 (8.1%) 28 35 (35.4%) 21 1 (1.0%) 99 (28.3%) (21.2%) Economic 3 (3.1%) 2 (2.0%) 25 40 (40.8%) 23 5 (5.1%) 98 Development (25.5%) (23.5%) Services Emergency 2 (2.0%) 0 (0.0%) 7 (7.1%) 25 (25.3%) 65 0 (0.0%) 99 Services (fire, (65.7%) police, EMS) Family and 3 (3.0%) 3 (3.0%) 21 46 (46.5%) 26 0 (0.0%) 99 Community (21.2%) (26.3%) Support Services Geographic 7 (7.1%) 23 25 16 (16.3%) 3 (3.1%) 24 (24.5%) 98 Information (23.5%) (25.5%) Systems (GIS) Housing 6 (6.1%) 6 (6.1%) 24 46 (46.9%) 12 4 (4.1%) 98 (24.5%) (12.2%) Parks 3 (3.1%) 11 26 45 (45.9%) 9 (9.2%) 4 (4.1%) 98 Management (11.2%) (26.5%) Services Planning Services 5 (5.1%) 6 (6.1%) 19 49 (50.0%) 13 6 (6.1%) 98 (development (19.4%) (13.3%) application processing and plan-making) One Regional 5 (5.2%) 6 (6.2%) 20 40 (41.2%) 14 12 (12.4%) 97 Municipal (20.6%) (14.4%) Development Plan One Regional 6 (6.2%) 6 (6.2%) 20 38 (39.6%) 15 11 (11.5%) 96 Municipal (20.8%) (15.6%) Recreation Master Plan Recreation 3 (3.1%) 6 (6.1%) 24 48 (49.0%) 16 1 (1.0%) 98 Services (24.5%) (16.3%) (community halls, sports facilities,

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libraries, museums) Solid Waste 3 (3.1%) 6 (6.2%) 16 51 (52.6%) 17 4 (4.1%) 97 Management (16.5%) (17.5%) Services Transportation 1 (1.0%) 5 (5.1%) 13 35 (35.7%) 42 2 (2.0%) 98 Services (roads) (13.3%) (42.9%) Water Services 4 (4.1%) 1 (1.0%) 20 41 (42.3%) 30 1 (1.0%) 97 (20.6%) (30.9%) Wastewater 3 (3.2%) 6 (6.4%) 25 40 (42.6%) 16 4 (4.3%) 94 Services (26.6%) (17.0%) Regional 8 (8.2%) 5 (5.2%) 23 29 (29.9%) 24 8 (8.2%) 97 Marketing for (23.7%) (24.7%) Investment Attraction and Retention Region-Based 11 5 (5.2%) 24 27 (28.1%) 21 8 (8.3%) 96 Industrial Land (11.5%) (25.0%) (21.9%) Development (selected locations only) Shared 3 (3.1%) 9 (9.3%) 24 30 (30.9%) 18 13 (13.4%) 97 Equipment (24.7%) (18.6%) One Region- 7 (7.3%) 6 (6.2%) 23 31 (32.3%) 15 14 (14.6%) 96 Based (24.0%) (15.6%) Development Vision Regional 7 (7.3%) 7 (7.3%) 19 35 (36.5%) 15 13 (13.5%) 96 Governance (19.8%) (15.6%) Medical 4 (4.2%) 2 (2.1%) 13 33 (34.7%) 40 3 (3.2%) 95 Recruitment (13.7%) (42.1%) Single Regional 5 (5.2%) 5 (5.2%) 18 23 (23.7%) 37 9 (9.3%) 97 Voice to Senior (18.6%) (38.1%) Levels of Government for "Bedrock" Issues (e.g. roads, health, education) Seniors Care 2 (2.0%) 3 (3.1%) 9 (9.2%) 37 (37.8%) 43 4 (4.1%) 98 (43.9%) Employee Safety 7 (7.4%) 5 (5.3%) 26 36 (37.9%) 14 7 (7.4%) 95 Program (27.4%) (14.7%) Shared 4 (4.1%) 4 (4.1%) 18 34 (35.1%) 22 15 (15.5%) 97 Administration (18.6%) (22.7%) Services (e.g. tax, assessment, finance, Beaver County Community Survey, 2016 15

planning, tenders) Fire Services 2 (2.1%) 1 (1.0%) 5 (5.2%) 28 (28.9%) 55 6 (6.2%) 97 (56.7%) Communications 3 (3.1%) 1 (1.0%) 10 33 (34.0%) 44 6 (6.2%) 97 Systems (e.g. (10.3%) (45.4%) fire) School Planning 2 (2.1%) 3 (3.1%) 12 36 (37.1%) 43 1 (1.0%) 97 (12.4%) (44.3%) Medical Facilities 3 (3.0%) 3 (3.0%) 7 (7.1%) 37 (37.4%) 44 5 (5.1%) 99 Planning (44.4%) 0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 2 (10.0%) 3 (15.0%) 4 (20.0%) 11 (55.0%) 20

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11. Thinking about a future where it’s possible to consider new forms of housing in Beaver County given proximity to the Edmonton Region, and/or to consider forms of housing that attract new residents to the County, which of the following types of housing would you support in Beaver County? (choose as many as you wish)

Note: there is support for a diversity of housing options in the County, most of which do not presently exist in the County. Response Chart Percentage Count

One single family dwelling on farm properties only 23.2% 23 Subdivision to permit more than one house on farm properties 62.6% 62 Duplex or townhouse homes/condos 41.4% 41 Rental suites in houses 37.4% 37 Apartment buildings (rental) 34.3% 34 Mobile homes 25.3% 25 Properties adjusted to promote farm stays (tourism) 39.4% 39 Residential acreages (more urban form with grass lawns) 36.4% 36 Condos (3-4 storey buildings) 23.2% 23 Affordable/subsidized housing for local employees 34.3% 34 Assisted living seniors housing 65.7% 65 "Tiny" homes (typically less than 400 sq. ft.) 43.4% 43 Independent living seniors housing (e.g. connected to open 59.6% 59 spaces/agriculture) Secondary suites (e.g. above a detached garage or additional building 40.4% 40 next to primary house) "Condo farms" that offer a new form of more dense housing form 34.3% 34 connected to small land parcels to grow specialty products on (either as a cooperative, or freehold ownership with common areas) Residential acreages that enable small farm/pasture development 59.6% 59 "Agrihoods" - a more urban form of development with agricultural 32.3% 32 activity (e.g. agriplex, grown-local restaurant, land in production) central to lifestyle in the development Other, please specify... 8.1% 8 Unsure/don't know 2.0% 2 Total Responses 99

Other comments on supported forms of housing: # Response 1. There is a strong need for housing for young handicapped adults. As it is now they must move out of the county to find accomodations with proper care and others they can relate to. I personally know of 3 young adults who would prosper if they could live closer to family and friends and be with people their age.

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2. Yes tiny homes or other structures so elderly can stay close to family members or that can be rented out to help pay for the ever increasing taxes 3. I only support housing for those that can afford it, communities gain nothing from low income families coming into our communities that don't work or volunteer or join any organizations 4. Less bylaws. 5. Ranchettes-google it 6. One acre sites in a horse shoe on the west side of county 7. Not interested in following the leap manifesto 8. Housing where people of different ages share a common space and yard and gardens. Proven to be very popular where tried in some cities.

12. Imagine that you have 100 points to assign to these five buckets. Please assign these points to where you feel Beaver County’s Plan should have emphasis over the next few years: NOTE: you can assign any number to any bucket but the total of all five buckets should be 100. Note – based on results, in a plan-making context economic prosperity and fiscal responsibility lead, environmental stewardship has a strong voice, social conscience has presence, and governance leadership is not a driver (the bottom chart shows weighting of responses by “bucket” over time as respondents completed the survey):

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13. Beaver County wants to create a Plan that sets it apart from other places….that leaves a proud legacy for future generations…that is inspired and inspiring. What are your one or two specific, innovative, big ideas that could help Beaver County do this? # Response 1. A common recreational area to promote a healthier lifestyle, walking trails, hiking, biking, recreation facilities for kids, off leash park. A common area that the whole family can go to and there is something for everyone. 2. Promote agriculture and agri-tourism. I think there will be a longing in city people to get back to the simple country way of living as holidays or as a new lifestyle. That would also mean we have to have the best health care facilities possible. There is a need for more local recycling projects. At Viking we have to drive 45 minutes to get to any facility that will accept all the different recyclable products. There is also a lack of public information about what our county's landfill accepts and where and when. We could promote recycling more and add employment. 3. Encourage and accept new ideas and methods of accomplishing projects. If you want to move 'ahead' we cannot keep looking back to what was great 20 yrs ago. Encourage and listen to what the community wants/needs. We are a 'bedroom' community of Edmonton...with overcrowded recreation areas...think on the 'if we build it...they will come' and find something that might draw users or encourage people to stay. The new 'free' water park area of Whitecourt is a great example....a beautiful free facility that draws people from all areas....add to that with local eateries, shops, open farmers markets, local products for sale, garage sales, flea markets. (with well thought-out restrictions as to keep it all from being just a 'junky' idea). The park will bring people and reasonable good choices for meals, crafts, local produce will also offer the community a chance to work and bring revenue to the area. Would also benefit the youth of the area. If you can expand on that idea with something that could be open in winter...it would be a double winner. 4. Land use. Residents should have a choice of what they want to do with their land and property. 5. Develop an agriculture processing hub. The transportation infrastructure is there. We rely too heavily on energy in Alberta to sustain growth and jobs. I see agriculture as the long term future of economic growth. 6. Build big self-supporting condo park on west side of county with super access to edmonton 7. You want to do something big...then do something that doesn't saddle the taxpayer with more costs and attracts people to the county with a little more where with all than the usual bunch moving out here who's idea of culture is a "timmies" I don't know what for sure but here is a idea from Saskatchewan, http://www.craikecovillage.com/ How about that, they attracted more people to the area by NOT providing more services, but by giving people more freedom to do what they wanted. 8. Bring in more companies= more job opportunities and better financial security for our community 9. Take better care of the recreation spaces we have already and building off of them. Fix the roads. Nice and welcoming roads would be greatly appreciated 10. I would think about an Indoor Arena facility. It can host events equine related such as reining, cutting, rodeo, barrel racing as well as 4-H, cattle shows and jackpots and other Ag related events. Examples I think of are Ponoka CalNash event centre, Teepee Creek Event centre, Lloydminister Ag Events centre. 11. Become an aging in place location of excellence

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12. The County of Devon has recently received a federal grant to build upon its county by bringing in new green tech companies in development. I believe Tofield could benefit from such a program as well. This would bring in more jobs, more people, housing, tax dollars, etc. We need to increase our law enforcement as well. We need our residents feeling safe! Bylaw is important, but too much can be a problem as well. We need to become a greener community. We need to increase our health care capabilities by bringing in more doctors, dentists etc. We have great parks and such within the Town of Tofield, we could revamp some of our halls and out of town amenities. Our county services as far as I am concerned are great! Our roads near where I live are cleared immediately after it snows. Our waste bin is dumped on schedule and courteously. My property taxes are reasonable. I would like to see more law enforcement in our area more often. I am tired of seeing stories on the Facebook Tofield site about all of the vandalisms and thefts. 13. More focus on Food and Food Production Agriculture based. 14. Create a plan to make Beaver County an agri-tourism zone. Encourage the development of Bed and Breakfasts and tourist attractions. One large star attraction similar to the Dinosaur Museum in Drumheller. Provincial and Federal funds or corporate funds would be needed to help fund such a world class attraction. Create a plan to make Beaver County a cultural centre. Hold special events such as a Canadian Film Festival or a live theatre festival. 15. Our legacy could be stewardship. That the county is showing responsibility with taxpayer’s money. We seem to be spending a lot on wages compared to other counties. This could be our legacy that the county respects it residents by using the funds wisely as the residents have worked hard for it. Tax breaks for residents who maintain and improve their properties. 16. Get rid of gun range because it disturbs the quiet enjoyment of properties and conservation areas 17. Think outside the box, we are a very unique place with the potential to lead the way. I would love to see tiny/small home communities that are tied into transportation and recreation. They would be for seniors, singles, small families for whom home ownership could be a reality. I would like to see more entrepreneur opportunities. How could this be fostered or mentored? Can we grow some of the businesses? 18. Some type of renewable energy program that possibly be funded by federal programs. This area has been a natural gas producing area for years, but now the fields have been depleted and wells being abandoned. Could some type of geothermal program be established to generate heat from these wells? Wells and connecting pipelines are in place, possibly some type of work over could be done to generate energy. In east end of county some produced water wells have water coming out of the ground at 12 to 15 degrees Celsius. Free energy! 19. In order to leave a proud legacy we need to focus creating an area that attracts innovative and sustainable business in order to support the health and well-being of the residents and the environment. The focus in society had changed to support locally grown food and products. Climate change has resulted in more favourable growing conditions. The county could offer incentives to sustainable food production and invest in greenhouses to supply the demand in Edmonton and region. Community supports for residents such as senior's living facilities and programs for youth would also retain and attract residents to the area. 20. Be positive for all types of industry - solar farms, parts distribution warehouses, railway repair running gear repair facility 21. It is difficult as I don't know "all the pieces of the puzzle". I feel Beaver County needs to continue to maintain family, rural values as that attracts many young families. We need to be fiscally responsible yet protect our environment 22. Concentrate on improving roads in county especially west end. 23. Economic opportunities to draw or keep young families in the area, provide various housing options 24. I would like to see this area as a place to educate and encourage people to enjoy the rural and natural environment. I liked the Bounty attempts to do that, and wonder if there needs to be more advertising outside the immediate area. The Berkebeiner ski race is an event which takes place in the Blackfoot Beaver County Community Survey, 2016 20

Reserve and brings in 1000 people from all over the globe, yet most of the people in the area are unaware of it. Perhaps some kind of connection could be made to attract some of these folk to our communities. 25. Get rid of bylaws, less government regulations. Let people live and freely use their property as they see fit. We are stuck with old bylaws inhibiting future growth. People are innovative on their own, if they feel like they can do things that help themselves this help the community, let them. A permit for building a shed is ridiculous. A permit for extending a deck is ridiculous. No one wants to jump through hoops to do a little renovation. Let us do what we want, after all, we are the ones paying all the taxes, not the people forcing us to live a certain way. 26. Encourage organic farming and year round farming with greenhouses that can supply local first then sell to whoever. Let people farm in town, to a point. Designate areas that allow this so snobs can't stop great sustainable food growing. Snobs can move. Small livestock, bees, roof top gardens on public buildings can all work in urban areas. 27. As mentioned before, more job opportunities are badly needed for the area. Being close to Edmonton, this area will continue seeing growth, but affordable housing and jobs will ensure that people will still locate here. Also, senior's needs must be met via housing and health care etc, and of course, we all want to keep our taxes as low as possible. Maintaining Tofield airport is also important. 28. The county has BMS, it needs to put energy into it to maintain the service at the present rate of return. Also it has two campsites that need to be run a lot better and promoted. 29. Large Rec centre 30. We need to let people know how much this County has to offer. Extensive promotion to draw in business followed by population growth. Equally important is to continue the respectful attitude towards the environment and build on that to draw people in. People need to know that a quality of life is offered here in Beaver County that is difficult to find closer to Edmonton and that modern thinking has come to this County. Come here, live here, be an entrepreneur. 31. Using the vision of Agricultural and Environment Revival will allow for a long term sustainable future. Sustainable because you continue to put back into the resource that you are harvesting. You do this with research that supports sound environmental practices. Encouraging/supporting families to keep farming operations diverse usually means a healthier balance than monocultures that are dependent on the chemical industry to thrive. Developing food security in the region contributes to a stronger economy locally and a healthier population beyond the County. Investing/partnering in more green energy development will also see long term gain that is sustainable. Green jobs are the way of the future as our primary resources are being used up. Depending on the oil/gas refining model still results in a depletion of product and absolutely degrading the environment. So that financial gain would be short term, the investment of infrastructure costly and the possible negative impact on the region long term. 32. Capitalize on: -agriculture / local promo / processing -renewable energy development both using a co-op model 33. I’m really hoping the distillery going up in the county will make a difference. I've been told the future for kids will be anything computer related...maybe should be looking in that direction. 34. Tax incentives for business in the renewable energy field

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35. Create more good paying jobs so residents can work close to home and spend more time with family and less time traveling. 37. Promote the natural beauty. The ability to live in paradise while working in the city. The fact we have 3 terrific cities that are commuting distance. Highlight the many great parks in the towns and the family friendly programs and safe caring schools. 38. Agricultural manufacturing is our vision for the future eg. food processing plants 39. I think we need to find a stronger tax base thru industrial heartland type businesses - these create a stronger tax base, not only thru the business but thru employment created - housing, personal tax and so on. I think this needs to be balanced with a strong environmental/recreation statement and develop some "tourist" type reasons for people to come to Beaver County - tourists spend money thru gas, restaurant, B & B and so on. We have a lot of potential space in the West End particularly that is already in place...Blackfoot, Ministik, Elk Island. 40. We feel that with a regional landfill and a hazardous waste storage facility we have already set ourselves apart from other places, whether it leaves a proud legacy for future generations time will tell (so far so good!). We also think that if the County works hard at developing our Industrial Parks, that would increase our tax base and local employment. We feel that if the future generation have local jobs and not taxed to death that would be a very proud legacy. 41. Push for clean businesses that support local growers. Look at St Albert. They do not allow dirty businesses and people are willing to pay a premium on property taxes to live there. 42. Hiking/cycling trails in the Beaver Hills connecting Elk Island National Park, Blackfoot, Ministik and Miquelon with overnight accommodation in private homes/farm stays promoting multi-day non- motorized recreation 43. I think the loss of connection to Nature can be attained by advertising the newly designated UNESCO Beaver County as being a place close to the city that can do that. As much as I don't want to see more people on "my trails" I see we should share what we have, as long as they leave a few dollars behind! The provincial Natural Areas, Parks and even the agriculture lands offer many opportunities to de-stress. As people age, they will be seeking reasonably priced places to stay and I think there is lots of opportunity to provide places like Daysland built to accommodate an aging population and they bring lots of jobs to run these facilities including medical staff. 44. At one time in the past, Beaver Hills Lake was a popular destination for people from Edmonton to visit on a weekend. They came to picnic, hunt, and cut firewood. Now they come for Mom's ice cream, to golf or bird watch. We should watch for opportunities to encourage more of these day visits. The County needs to remain flexible and take advantage of changing times. 45. Priority given to the upcoming baby boomers as an incentive for changes. 46. Specialty cabins or teepee's at campgrounds

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14. Do you have any other comments you would like to make about the future of Beaver County? # Response 1. I believe that there are too many administrative duplications within Beaver County - specifically the communities of Holden, Ryley, Tofield and Bruce. If Beaver County as a geographic area is to survive and thrive, there must be one governance model. 2. If we build it, they will come! 3. Attract/retain highly qualified staff. Don't legislate us to death. Make the experience of working with the rules and guidelines you have a pleasant experience. Offer well written guidelines for a person to follow...get rid of the line....just do this and then I'll tell you what is next....give us the whole picture....not just a piece of the puzzle. Good service is important.....and the County lags. What about liaison between community and government. And publish the findings and answers...too many things are kept 'secret' And please.....when you receive a complaint....the first response should not be....Well....no one else has ever complained. 4. Keep doing what you do. That’s why I moved out here. It's a small safe community. Keep the population down and it will stay safe. 5. Keep the taxes as low as sustainably possible. It attracts homeowners to reside here. 6. I like beaver just like it is thx 7. Never moved out here for services...same with most everyone else I know... 8. Keep moving forward with people in mind 9. I am concerned about this survey. It seems as though Beaver County is seeking a 'regional' type of municipal government. My belief is that each town or village has its unique problems & supports. I have found that many county residents do not support another town or village. 10. Can't do it alone, need partnerships with larger neighbours to leverage their resources and not duplicate unnecessarily 11. My family and I have lived and developed our family here in the Tofield area since 2002 and we love it here. We want to continue living here for years to come. I for one would be more than happy to lend any kind of assistance to help build our community so that it will grow and become someplace for our children to grow and build their families in the future. 12. Highway 14 definitely needs improvement. 13. Hire private contractors for road maintenance. Proper road maintenance.. the country roads are getting awful! Minburn county has great roads. What do they do different than our maintenance crew? Cutting down the banks on the roads and creating a crown in the middle so water drains off. Listen to your councillors, they represent your residents!! Council needs to speak up and represent the residents! 14. We need to reassess the municipal taxation of land. I have noticed that a number of households are designated farm areas and pay less taxes when there are no farms and they are 3 acre residential units. It is frustrating that we try and pay our fair share of taxes and other individuals are dishonest and do not pay their fair share so we have to subsidize them. For future growth, we should therefore reassess the designation of residential properties and make sure we have the tax base to move forward and provide supports to the residents of our county.

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15. We need to attract more people here so that we can achieve more with a more solid population. 16. Towns and villages have to live with the fact that maybe they cannot all each have their own rec facilities. One maybe a skating, one a curling, one soccer or other open area sport. It is strange that we live in ag community yet we have no facility dedicated to some form of ag, cattle, equine. Any time an ag event is planned, dirt has to be moved in and then quickly moved out. The facility in Viking puts dirt in to have their bull riding event, used for 4-h event, then some revenue is generated by equine events, but dirt must be removed for graduation, not a real money making event. 17. In light of the decline of residents and in order to bolster the tax base to afford programs and initiatives, the county has to be attractive to residents and has to attract the right kind of residents. Currently, the county has the widely known reputation for slack regulations and enforcement, lower quality housing and poor services. The choice to move here is very often motivated by those who desire to do whatever they like at the expense of other residents and the environment. When we moved here, we were informed by County officials that we could break rules and regulations as long as the neighbours didn't complain. If this is what the county wants, the residents who want to move here are those that I would argue are less desirable and who don't want to follow rules. This, in turn leads to increased complaints from other residents (dirt bike and ATV riding in residential areas, questionable businesses such as the swinger campground in Beaver Creek Estates, businesses that do not properly dispose of waste, residences that are an eyesore and create noise pollution), and destruction of the environment (for example, draining wetlands, altering the flow of water into wetlands, riding ATVs in wetlands - all illegal activities). With the increased problems and services required to deal with them, I'm at a loss as to why the County chooses to go in this direction. If you want to attract a good tax payer base, you're not going about it the right way. 18. Solve water issues. 19. It would be awesome if the subdivisions like ours Carey Ridge Estates that someone would fix the roads, it is a shame my car bottoms out going 30km a hour The road is in deplorable conditions and we pay some heavy taxes in our subdivision, we are a subdivision filled with over 20 children who are also victims of the deplorable roads kids are always wiping out on their bicycles because it isn't maintained, would love to see it at the least graded up and repacked as I believe it is oiled and that seems to be the issue not maintaining an oiled subdivision. 20. There is an eclectic cross section of people in Beaver County so it is difficult to pinpoint what is needed for growth. I would like to see more recycling - I currently take my glass/plastics to Edmonton. Thank you for the opportunity to express my opinion 21. Contract out road building in order to get some sort of guarantee of the construction quality. 23. We feel fortunate to live in this area, and sometimes we take your work as leaders and planners for granted! Completing this survey has opened my eyes to the difficulties! Just a note, I am a senior but our household includes children and there is no way to record that, as one category only can be chosen. 24. Younger population should take more positions of power. They have vision for the future. Older generations are stuck in their ways. We need to expand our minds. Not, roll the old school way. 25. Please don't encourage motorized recreation as it just attracts crime. ATV's, including snowmobiles, are used as get-away vehicles during B&E's. Hunters regularly trespass and poach already. Alberta has enough areas for those activities which are noisy, crime infested and highly polluting. Definitely not peaceful activities and they ruin rural quality of life. Cities and towns can grow up instead of out and taking away valuable farmland. Big balconies for apartments and condo's mean those residents can garden too and sell excess to other residents or donate excess to the food bank. More farmers markets and farm gate selling should be encouraged. Year round farmers markets for those who have green houses. Invest in solar energy no matter how expensive as costs are coming down and it is sustainable. Be a leader in sustainability and creative urban farming such as roof-top gardens on public buildings. Invest in it. You won't regret it. Be known for quiet and peaceful, non-motorized recreation. That will attract many people. Beaver County parks can be a no noise preserve - the first in Alberta. Why not?

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26. Need more efficient governance. 27. Larger acreages (>10 acres) are a perfectly acceptable alternative to the congestion of town and subdivision living. I understand that the county would prefer a greater population density that subdivisions provide, to allow for condensed services. However, I believe that the county should focus more on what we can provide that more dense communities can’t - space. I believe that if you allowed subdivisions of larger parcels you could attract people who do not want to live in cities or towns or subdivisions. Preserving larger subdivisions/land parcels would set the county apart from others by offering the unique living alternative between the cities and the large farms. This would also allow increased small scale agriculture entrepreneurship, and increase environmental consciousness and preservation. 28. We have a unique region that includes a strong agricultural base with many areas of important wildlife habitat. We are close enough to the Edmonton region to commute (although some form of public transportation for this would be ideal) and do business with in the form of food production and green energy production. We have so far maintained a reasonable balance of building up urban centres and keeping rural subdivisions from proliferating. In other words, keeping agricultural productivity in various forms possible. Thank you for allowing your residents to have our say. 29. Waste management needs to include a full range of recycling. Snow removal ...hate to complain but it's far too often! Sometimes 2- 3- times a day in our west end subdivision with only a couple inches down. Our taxes have quadrupled in 4 years and we receive no services other than a road that's been a mess for 15 years, until this year and too frequent snow removal. No waste pickup, no recycling at transfer station. ... 30. If this survey is put forward because their might be a huge tax increase in our future, I would say cut services to try to maintain current tax level, of course trying to keep basic services. 31. Build it and they will come. 32. As my children get older I hope there is more offered to keep their focus after school. Continue to grow in the businesses and service areas. Beaver County is a great place to live. 33. We hope Beaver County can maintain current tax level even if it requires reducing services. We feel Beaver County should be its own entity and that county revenue should stay in the county. 34. When I was a young person I remember the county being known for its good roads, when you left the county on a gravel road you knew when you left the County of Beaver by the condition of the road, this was long before signs were posted. Beaver County still has pretty good gravel roads but some of its main roads specifically 854 south, the Dodds road (south of 14 to Black Nugget campsite) and the Holden Hutterite road (TWP 492) are a disgrace in my opinion. The County has two beautiful campsites and a third one soon to be opened, a first class 18 hole golf course and one of the few open to the public coal mines in Alberta and doesn't have a decent road to any of them, with exception to TWP 492 east of the new mine site. The chip seal road (TWP 492) started at Secondary 855 east of the new mine site in 2015 was to go to Secondary 834 in 2016 was not completed (please correct me if I'm wrong). When the County purchased the chip machine I was informed that it would be used first on roads that have heavy traffic, heavy meaning weight not numbers, (again please correct me if I'm wrong) not permanent dust control. 35. Council should look after both ends of the county not just one ... 36. re: #9 most of my should do less of were maintain what you are doing. This was not an option. Re: water and disposal. In my part of the county' we have our own wells and septic systems. Therefore these do not rate high with me. I beg to differ on your opinion of seed cleaning facilities. Farmers around here do not use the Holden facility as there is too much mayweed. The chances of contaminating our seed if cleaned there is high. Beaver County Community Survey, 2016 25

Just look at the roadsides around Holden for evidence of this. This brings me to weed control. The county ditches are full of Mawyeed and other The provincial highways were even worse. Where are the weed inspectors? 37. The western portion of the Beaver Hills lie in Beaver County and are ecologically very different than the east part of Beaver County. Any county plans should recognize the need to conserve ecological values across the county, but especially in the Beaver Hills. Beaver Hill Lake is another treasure that had vast recreational activities in the past but has been ignored for 50+ years. The lake bed is used by a wide variety of wildlife and should be accessed for non-motorized recreation 41. I strongly dislike the 5-10 acreages with HUGE houses and HUGE lawns. Can you charge people extra taxes for building big houses and lawns :) What an environmental waste they are. Seriously, I would like to see development more condensed with as much wild space remaining as possible. No new roads- we should even look at whether some can be gotten rid of! I wish we all had a quieter life re: trains. Technology must come up with a quieter way to build cross bars so no more train whistles. They are 10 X more common than when we moved here and seriously have made us think of moving out of the county. I applaud your effort to look forward and I think the European countries have many ideas that could benefit us. Check out Michael Moore's "Where do we Invade Next" for ideas! I really like the idea of encouraging farmers to cut down fewer trees, stop making the fields bigger, and instead focus on processing their products. I would like to see someone examine the creeks flowing into Beaver Hill Lake and restore them to hold water throughout the year by encouraging a wide buffer along the full length, no livestock in the creeks and beaver retaining water. If we look long term with climate change, water will be our best resource. 42. We need to look after our basic resources, water, soil, wildlife and air. Then the County will remain an attractive place to live and work in. 43. As workshops and meetings are held is there feedback and presentations done as to what was learned. 44. We need to generate jobs and income. If we can have more of these things then it is easier to get all the other things we want. We need industry and a variety of employment opportunities to attract and keep people in the area. From that we can have more money to fund programs like FCSS, Emergency services, recreation and culture and our schools. 45. I think that as a county, we need to move forward. I have only been living here for 2 years, but it feels like moving from Sherwood Park into Beaver County has been a move back in time. Requiring a landline because there are so few cell towers, and such spotty internet access is a huge downfall of the community in this day and age. I think we are in a wonderful position to promote ourselves as progressive farmers. We need to have the amenities available to attract the population needed in order to support the "vision 3" alternative. Living outside of a town that doesn't even have a coffee shop is crazy. Allowing more small, local businesses to succeed should be in the interest of all residents. I'm not sure if the current structure makes it difficult for new businesses, but they should all be welcome to try. I don't care if it is a vape shop or a local bakery.. we need to stop functioning like a bedroom community, and move toward being a sustainable community. Right now, given the option, I drive to Camrose or Sherwood Park rather than Tofield to shop on the weekends. It isn't because I want to, it is because I need to. No pharmacies on Sunday? No post office on week nights? A farmer's market that is only running on Fridays during the day? We have a wonderful community that anyone who commutes does not get to enjoy.

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There is so much potential, if we could make Tofield a place where people would want to visit. Driving down main street, you see old, closed businesses. The town looks tired. Anything that we can do to increase the appeal would be amazing. 46. We need progressive, friendly leadership that encourages all people to participate and be proud, share their ideas and dreams. I love Beaver County and projects like the Beaver Hills Initiative. Good work - sad to see Bounty quit...it gave us a chance to share it.

15. How likely is it that you would recommend living in and/or investing in Beaver County to a friend or colleague? Response Chart Percentage Count

Promoter 36.0% 32 Passive 42.7% 38 Detractor 21.3% 19 Total Responses 89 Net Promoter Score 14.6

This question calculates a Net Promoter Score that measures loyalty, and is commonly used as a core marketing evaluation dimension. This can be used as a stand-alone result, but in cases where multi-community regional analysis takes place, is made more powerful by comparing a result to other communities. Answers are classified as follows: . "Promoters" (score 9-10) are loyal enthusiasts who keep buying from a company and urge their friends to do the same. . "Passives" (score 7-8) are satisfied but unenthusiastic customers who can be easily wooed by the competition. . “Detractors" (score 0-6) are unhappy customers

The Net Promoter Score (NPS) is calculated by subtracting the percentage of respondents that are labeled "Detractors" from the percentage of respondents that are labeled "Promoters" (“Passives”, or scores of 7 or 8, are neutral and are counted as 0. NPS can be as low as −100 (everybody is a ‘Detractor’) or as high as +100 (everybody is a ‘Promoter’). An NPS that is positive (i.e., higher than zero) is thought to be good, and an NPS of +50 is thought to be excellent. Companies use benchmarking in order to measure how strong their score is in relation to other companies in their industry.

The score can similarly be used for municipalities, though the only known instances of use in a municipal setting to date are Chris Fields’ (13 Ways) use of this measure: 1) Within a project involving 15 communities in SouthWest Alberta. The average measure across the 15 communities in 2015 was -13 with a range of -74 to 10; and 2) In Canal Flats BC in relation to creation of an Economic Development Strategy, where the measure was 9.

Beaver County compares favourably…though not resoundingly positive based on scoring parameters.

Reference: http://www.netpromoter.com/why-net-promoter/compare/

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TOWN/VILLAGE RESPONDENTS

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1. We typically move to or live in a community because we appreciate the lifestyle it offers. What factors do you think are core to your present lifestyle in the Beaver County region (communities within Beaver County boundaries)? (choose up to five that are most important to you) Response Chart Percentage Count

Natural environment 30.0% 18 Peaceful 58.3% 35 Good jobs 11.7% 7 Family values 43.3% 26 Beaver Hills (UNESCO designation) as demonstration 6.7% 4 of environmental stewardship Open spaces 25.0% 15 Recreation amenities in nearby towns 16.7% 10 Outdoor recreation opportunities 10.0% 6 Cultural facililties (e.g. meeting hall, seniors centre) in 15.0% 9 nearby towns Easier access to medical facilities 23.3% 14 Affordable housing 50.0% 30 Proximity to Edmonton 51.7% 31 Friendly/everyone knows everyone 30.0% 18 Great schools/smaller class sizes 30.0% 18 Safe/low crime 46.7% 28 Can't see your neighbours 8.3% 5 Clean air 21.7% 13 Good water 25.0% 15 Balance of farms, industry and natural spaces 11.7% 7 Cheaper recreation (e.g. hockey) 8.3% 5 Other, please specify... 6.7% 4 Total Responses 60

Other factors specified… # Response 1. Prefer small town living to raise our kid 2. Low population/not crowded 3. Small town young kids have freedom 4. Minimal interference in our lifestyle

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2. In your opinion, what would make the Beaver County region (communities within Beaver County boundaries) a better place to live in? (choose up to 5 that are most important to you) Response Chart Percentage Count

More police/bylaw enforcement 28.3% 17 More services/amenities in nearby communities 31.7% 19 More local employment (industry) 65.0% 39 More bike/walking paths 11.7% 7 More/better playgrounds 3.3% 2 More/better recreation facilities 16.7% 10 Lower taxes 41.7% 25 More/better youth activities 20.0% 12 More/better arts and culture facilities/programs 15.0% 9 More community pride 21.7% 13 More housing variety with associated range of affordability 6.7% 4 More parks 1.7% 1 More environment-focused initiatives 5.0% 3 Healthcare services 40.0% 24 Childcare services 13.3% 8 Recreation Centre in the County 16.7% 10 More outdoor recreation attractions/facilities 13.3% 8 More events 8.3% 5 Better social supports (e.g. family & community support 1.7% 1 services) Inspiring County initiatives 6.7% 4 Understanding of/ability to participate in ambitious County 10.0% 6 vision Entrepreneurship development program 10.0% 6 Faster Internet 33.3% 20 Public transportation 10.0% 6 More agricultural services (note: currently pest/brush/weed 6.7% 4 control, seed cleaning, sustainable ag program runu by the County) Unsure/don't know 1.7% 1 Total Responses 60

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3. What are our key opportunities in the Beaver County region (communities within Beaver County boundaries)? (choose your top two) Response Chart Percentage Count

Beaver Hills (UNESCO) initiative 5.0% 3 Quality of life 65.0% 39 Close proximity to Edmonton 53.3% 32 Food production 8.3% 5 Balance of farm, industrial and value-added processing 16.7% 10 New approach to energy industry/services 8.3% 5 Land prices 18.3% 11 Recreational tourism 5.0% 3 Job creation by developing economic opportunities (e.g. 23.3% 14 greenhouses, value-added processing, manufacturing) Other, please specify... 1.7% 1 Total Responses 60

Other key opportunities specified… # Response 1. Something 'leading' edge that others want i.e. new model of senior's accommodations

4. What challenges do we need to overcome in the Beaver County region (communities within Beaver County boundaries)? (choose your top two) Response Chart Percentage Count

Resistance to change 32.2% 19 Water quality/quantity 3.4% 2 Retain youth/young adults 27.1% 16 Flat economy 20.3% 12 Declining population 18.6% 11 Too much regulation for business/development/people 6.8% 4 Leakage of money to cities 10.2% 6 Not enough jobs 55.9% 33 Protectionism of each community in the County vs. 25.4% 15 consideration of the whole Other, please specify... 6.8% 4 Total Responses 59

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Other challenges to overcome specified: # Response 1. Our reputation: ie- the landfills 2. The expectation that the 'economy' will continue to grow. Need a new mindset. 3. TAXES TO HIGH IN RYLEY FOR LIVING RIGHT NEXT TO LANDFILL 4. All of these

5. What two industries do you think need to lead the charge in the future? (choose two) Response Chart Percentage Count

Energy (including renewables) 49.2% 29 Agricultural production 22.0% 13 Agricultural processing 20.3% 12 Recreational tourism 20.3% 12 Industry (industrial parks) 20.3% 12 Independent entrepreneurs 37.3% 22 Integrated waste management 11.9% 7 Environmental products and services 18.6% 11 Total Responses 59

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6. Vision of the Future

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6a. Based on this description, what you value most about the Beaver County region, and what direction you think the Beaver County region should head in, what vision do you prefer? (choose one) Response Chart Percentage Count

Vision 1 - Graceful Aging 9.1% 5 Vision 2 - Industrial Heart 25.5% 14 Vision 3 - Agriculture and Environment Revival 14.5% 8 Vision 4 - Recreation Playground 9.1% 5 Combination of Visions (please specify 36.4% 20 combination by Vision #) None 1.8% 1 Unsure/Don't Know 3.6% 2 Total Responses 55

Combinations of Visions specified number summary as follows: 7 – Visions 3 and 4 (13%) 4 – Visions 2 and 3 (7%) 4 – Visions 1 and 3 (7%) 3 – Visions 2 and 4 (5%) 1 – “All of them” Combination of Visions specified: # Response 1. 2, 4 2. 2 & 3 3. vision 3 & 4 4. 2 and 4 5. 3&4 6. Vision 2 and Vision 3 7. 2 and 3 8. 3 & 4 9. 1 and 3 10. 2&4 11. 2 and 3 12. All are important 13. 3&4 14. 2 & 3 15. 3,4

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16. 1 and 3 17. 3 & 4 18. 3&4 19. 1 & 3 20. 1,3

6b. How would alter your preferred vision to improve it, or otherwise describe your vision of the Beaver County region in the year 2020? # Response 1. I would love to see our town and county grow without becoming over run like Sherwood Park, etc. I think there can be a good balance between the old values and the new ways of growing our community, creating jobs and showing the rest of the world what we have to offer out here. We should all be getting back to old school values. All too often the world is caught up in new technology and forgets where we came from first. The simple but effective way of life. We need to have a mix that makes it attractive for young families to want to stick around. 2. I just would want there to be an environmental protection element which I think is why these two visions correspond well with each other. 3. I agree with all of this. 4. More community events it gets boring around town with not much to do 5. More jobs more industry means retention of youth. Better services like Internet and entertainment. 6. Pursuing more industry as well as pursuing environmental industry such as wind and or solar production. 7. Beaver County could promote what we DON'T have: line ups, traffic jams, densely populated areas/neighborhoods, freeways, high rises, industrial pollution, shopping malls, faceless/nameless neighbors and more . . . 8. More services, as more people come into the area, would benefit greatly. I feel that, in order to retain people, you need to develop recreational spaces that encourage them to stay. 9. Agricultural projects....greenhouses..... food growth...... possible development of cereals and vegetable greenhouses. Shipping using Highway 14 to link major cities and improvement of this Highway 14 for heavy haul loads. Congestion and dangerous driving due to road blockage by heavy haul loads. Clean power sources and environmentally responsible manufacturing to increase employment for youth in area, to increase population. 12. Encourage recycling programs and renewable energy with solar initiatives 13. Job creation to me means hiring Alberta's workers first, than onto the rest of Canada, this ensures they the profits will stay inside the community and country for the most part. 14. Hope the county continues to draw more people to it and more jobs and industry. 15. Vibrant but quaint, an area with a can do attitude, but without the attitude of big cities. There are new businesses in industrial parks, some leveraged off of the two landfills to divert waste and create waste to energy. Each of the towns and villages has found a "niche" to pursue to increase investment and increase or stabilize the population. All the municipalities work together to attract people and investment, regardless of borders. Our water system is upgraded. The two campgrounds that the County runs have become go to destinations of Edmonton. The industrial park at Viking has attracted a new grain handling facility, to compete with Cargill. Viking has essentially become a "grain handling" hub in Alberta. The Beaver County Community Survey, 2016 35

County has invested in solar parks and geothermal and has helped convert public buildings (such as the Ryley pool) to clean energy. Tofield remains a strong hub of the County and continues to grow, attracting a major hotel to town. We have also helped attract a hotel to Viking to be co-located on the Carena property, thereby leveraging the Carena as a hockey school community. All the schools are full. In the west end, development continues but at a responsible rate and is sensitive to the environment, respect natural areas. We have developed a trail system which links in with the Blackfoot Cooking lake grazing reserve. Coal Creek golf course has developed into a major destination, now having 300 lease lots for golf and recreation. The nearby County campground, Black Nugget Lake, has become a destination fishery and family recreation campground, with full servicing utilizing solar power for the campground. Growth has been modest but steady at 2%. 16. Our community is family and farming dependent. Our children are safe here, we mostly know or recognize each other and we are blessed that we look after one another. Our farming family have suffered terribly and many have lost their heritage not through poor management but through elements we cannot control. I bleed for our farmers, they carved out our harsh landscape into our fields of plenty. God bless them all. We walk with you for better or for worst. You are not alone. 17. Vision 1 builds on the fact that we already have good infrastructure and health care in the County, and are committed to maintaining it. An older/aging population naturally draws more opportunities for sophisticated recreation such as arts and culture, and makes an attractive place for youth to return to. It also is more likely to attract a more stable tax base of residents who in their retirement may have the time to involve themselves with local organizations, charities and groups that in turn enhance quality of life for everyone. Vision 3 augments our role as environmental innovators and will attract those who object to the trend towards corporate farming. This naturally portrays Beaver County as being responsible stewards of the environment, and respectful of the pioneers who built it. Coupled with our already obvious commitment to responsible waste management this combination portrays us as a county ready and willing to accept responsibility for what we already have, and to sustain and nurture it for future generations but not at the expense of the present (and we know it's always the present!)

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7. Please rate what you feel is the relative importance of working to provide each of the following services on a more REGIONAL basis (Beaver County region) moving forward: Not At All Not Very Slightly Important Very Unsure/Don't Total Important Important Important Important Know Responses

Airport Services 12 23 11 7 (13.0%) 0 (0.0%) 1 (1.9%) 54 (22.2%) (42.6%) (20.4%) Bylaw Services 1 (1.9%) 3 (5.7%) 9 (17.0%) 24 16 0 (0.0%) 53 (45.3%) (30.2%) Economic 0 (0.0%) 1 (1.9%) 3 (5.7%) 27 22 0 (0.0%) 53 Development Services (50.9%) (41.5%) Emergency Services 0 (0.0%) 1 (1.9%) 0 (0.0%) 7 (13.2%) 44 1 (1.9%) 53 (fire, police, EMS) (83.0%) Family and 0 (0.0%) 2 (3.8%) 6 (11.5%) 18 26 0 (0.0%) 52 Community Support (34.6%) (50.0%) Services Geographic 1 (1.9%) 4 (7.5%) 21 19 3 (5.7%) 5 (9.4%) 53 Information Systems (39.6%) (35.8%) (GIS) Housing 1 (1.9%) 0 (0.0%) 7 (13.0%) 28 18 0 (0.0%) 54 (51.9%) (33.3%) Parks Management 1 (1.9%) 2 (3.7%) 17 23 11 0 (0.0%) 54 Services (31.5%) (42.6%) (20.4%) Planning Services 0 (0.0%) 2 (3.8%) 10 23 18 0 (0.0%) 53 (development (18.9%) (43.4%) (34.0%) application processing and plan-making) One Regional 1 (1.9%) 3 (5.7%) 7 (13.2%) 30 10 2 (3.8%) 53 Municipal (56.6%) (18.9%) Development Plan One Regional 1 (1.9%) 3 (5.7%) 7 (13.2%) 26 14 2 (3.8%) 53 Municipal Recreation (49.1%) (26.4%) Master Plan Recreation Services 0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 4 (7.5%) 17 32 0 (0.0%) 53 (community halls, (32.1%) (60.4%) sports facilities, libraries, museums) Solid Waste 0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 5 (9.4%) 27 19 2 (3.8%) 53 Management Services (50.9%) (35.8%) Transportation 0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 6 (11.3%) 21 26 0 (0.0%) 53 Services (roads) (39.6%) (49.1%) Water Services 0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 2 (3.8%) 22 29 0 (0.0%) 53 (41.5%) (54.7%) Wastewater Services 0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 3 (5.7%) 26 23 1 (1.9%) 53 (49.1%) (43.4%)

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Regional Marketing 1 (1.9%) 1 (1.9%) 8 (15.1%) 25 18 0 (0.0%) 53 for Investment (47.2%) (34.0%) Attraction and Retention Region-Based 1 (1.9%) 1 (1.9%) 11 30 9 (17.0%) 1 (1.9%) 53 Industrial Land (20.8%) (56.6%) Development (selected locations only) Shared Equipment 1 (1.9%) 8 (15.4%) 13 18 7 (13.5%) 5 (9.6%) 52 (25.0%) (34.6%) One Region-Based 1 (2.0%) 2 (3.9%) 13 17 14 4 (7.8%) 51 Development Vision (25.5%) (33.3%) (27.5%) Regional Governance 0 (0.0%) 6 (11.5%) 11 21 10 4 (7.7%) 52 (21.2%) (40.4%) (19.2%) Medical Recruitment 0 (0.0%) 1 (1.9%) 3 (5.7%) 17 31 1 (1.9%) 53 (32.1%) (58.5%) Single Regional Voice 0 (0.0%) 2 (3.8%) 1 (1.9%) 26 21 2 (3.8%) 52 to Senior Levels of (50.0%) (40.4%) Government for "Bedrock" Issues (e.g. roads, health, education) Seniors Care 0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 1 (1.9%) 22 30 0 (0.0%) 53 (41.5%) (56.6%) Employee Safety 0 (0.0%) 1 (1.9%) 11 21 17 2 (3.8%) 52 Program (21.2%) (40.4%) (32.7%) Shared Administration 0 (0.0%) 7 (13.2%) 9 (17.0%) 22 14 1 (1.9%) 53 Services (e.g. tax, (41.5%) (26.4%) assessment, finance, planning, tenders) Fire Services 0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 2 (3.8%) 11 38 1 (1.9%) 52 (21.2%) (73.1%) Communications 0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 16 37 0 (0.0%) 53 Systems (e.g. fire) (30.2%) (69.8%) School Planning 0 (0.0%) 1 (1.9%) 5 (9.4%) 17 30 0 (0.0%) 53 (32.1%) (56.6%) Medical Facilities 0 (0.0%) 1 (2.0%) 3 (5.9%) 13 32 2 (3.9%) 51 Planning (25.5%) (62.7%) 0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 1 (5.0%) 6 (30.0%) 3 (15.0%) 10 (50.0%) 20

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8. Do you have any other comments you would like to make about the future of the Beaver County region?

# Response 1. It would be nice to have an accessible pool in Tofield. We are inclined to move back to Edmonton for access to quality services. Our Doctor is in Beaumont. We do everything outside of this town because we don't have confidence in the privacy or quality of local businesses. 4. I think this county really has to think about the industries it allows here. For the most part this county is considered, "Alberta's dumping ground". The county must combat this, or the only thing that will be left are empty farms and communities full of people who want to live somewhere else but are unable to do so. For whatever reason that may be. People have spoken long and loud about what kind of businesses they will accept here in Ryley and yet we are faced again with the same company setting up another potentially hazardous operation. And instead of this county standing up and saying we (the people) don't want this type of industry in our yards. It is left for us to really fend for ourselves, with no help from the county. 5. It would be good to have a growth in the community. New business and family growth of the town. 6. More jobs 7. All local levels of present governments have to work together much better to achieve more interest in our county, towns or villages. This will benefit the whole county in the end. 8. Beaver County should maintain the current Family Values that they have- and continue to grow with them. The amount of family oriented events this county holds is amazing! It would be nice to see some other facilities for families with kids open, especially for the winter months. It is hard to keep kids busy during cold months (outside of their extracurricular activities) and it would be nice if there was a facility to entertain them- other than playgroup meets once a week (which only targets a select demographic). 10. New models have to be investigated. Relying on industry, gas and oil is going the way of the Edsel. Yes, jobs are important, however, there are other salient factors people look for in community. Perhaps this survey should be extended outside Beaver County to learn what others want/need if they might be looking for a new home? 11. More activities to retain youth, such as recreational facilities. 12. I am excited for the future. I love living here, and I am excited to see such a forward thinking initiative. 13. More information access for individuals living in Beaver County, concerning developments in the towns and villages, by Councils and Committees. Seems to be no input from members of these communities or communications with the various Town Councils. 14. High speed internet at a reasonable price would benefit residents and potential business operators. 15. Building the communities up and getting people involved and aware, people who are aware tend to care! 16. Hope the county is trying to get 4 lane highway continued from Edmonton to Ryley. This is getting to be a very busy highway 14. 17. Dog park, rock climbing wall, better local employment for women, innovative new industries like medical marijuana and renewable energy 18. We can have a bright future. We just need to get off our butts and get moving. We are in a tough phase in terms of intermunicipal cooperation/collaboration. We are in it pretty deep and having some success. But there are still trust issues that prevent us from pursuing opportunities for the benefit of all. If one of the communities has an opportunity that doesn’t cause harm to another one in the region, we should all row in that direction to make it happen. We need to think of the health of others as well as Beaver County Community Survey, 2016 39

ourselves. There are so many opportunities for us to pursue and make happen. The County is the only organization today that can make this happen. We need to work on this in addition to grading roads. 19. I moved here from Edmonton in June this year. I was a stranger in the community but people here said hi, good morning, and I was amazed how so nice folks are. We should perhaps let folks know ours is the friendly county with so many opportunities to grow in agri and industry, but, keep our way of life, respect our family values and our love and support for our farmers. Without them and their ancestors who ploughed the homesteaded we would be in a different world. 20. Not in agreement with Regional Governance and Regional Administration. There are different levels of need in the different municipalities in the county and I don't believe regional governance or administration could handle the diverse needs. 21. I believe that Beaver County will continue to develop and that the Councils must keep a close eye on how this development is done. Long range planning is a very important. 22. Governmental tinkering with the economy always seems to produce less-than-satisfactory results, and when the administration changes the agenda changes, making planning difficult for long-term success as a business. Beaver County's very diverse industrial mix - with more so in the west end of it than in the east - is mostly the result of natural market forces and population base, and should be left to develop itself as such. It isn't broken and doesn't need fixing. In the 1930s, the agriculture research facility at Kinsella was almost singlehandedly responsible for changing farming methods in order to make the Palliser Triangle habitable (see books such as Men Against the Desert by James Gray). Until this point, the Alberta government was actually paying to relocate people north of Athabasca since the land south of Edmonton and west of Winnipeg was deemed non- arable. A few very dedicated people changed that. This heritage of east central Alberta's isn't known to many, and is worth examining if strategy 3 is to be a serious contender as Beaver County's future. I see and hear on too many occasions that local administrations willingly take an almost adversarial relationship towards their residents. The causes for this are worth examining and eliminating. A reminder that County residents are all in this together wouldn't go amiss. Those who live outside urban areas enjoy a degree of privacy and anonymity, but too often this also means that there's little communication with local or County administration with the resultant resistance to any form of change at all. That could end up being a strength if viewed correctly if the county's existing strengths are enhanced, meaning that changes - which will happen - are welcomed but in a way that augments what is already seen as core strengths of the county. 23. Would be beneficial to have greater cooperation and sharing opposite to the "me me" syndrome. Strong, knowledgeable leadership needed to pull this off. This is one way to improve efficiency and avoid duplication of services, i.e. administration and governance costs. Would have a bigger pool from which to select adequate leadership.

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BEAVER COUNTY VS URBAN RESIDENTS: A COMPARISON

Note: Red indicates negative divergence from total average, while yellow indicates positive divergence. Together, these represent sources of differentiation between County and “urban” survey respondents. Highest points of divergence are identified.

BEAVER COUNTY RESIDENTS URBAN RESIDENTS Response Chart Percentage Count Divergence From Total Response Chart Percentage Count Divergence From Total Total Sum % Total Natural environment 66% 84 12% Natural environment 30% 18 -25% 102 55% Peaceful 63% 80 2% Peaceful 58% 35 -3% 115 61% Good jobs 7% 9 -1% Good jobs 12% 7 3% 16 9% Family values 28% 35 -5% Family values 43% 26 11% 61 33% Beaver Hills (UNESCO designation) as demonstration of environmental stewardship 11% 14 1% Beaver Hills (UNESCO designation) as demonstration of environmental7% stewardship4 -3% 18 10% Open spaces 34% 43 3% Open spaces 25% 15 -6% 58 31% Recreation amenities in nearby towns 15% 19 -1% Recreation amenities in nearby towns 17% 10 1% 29 16% Outdoor recreation opportunities 18% 23 3% Outdoor recreation opportunities 10% 6 -6% 29 16% Cultural facililties (e.g. meeting hall, seniors centre) in nearby towns 14% 18 0% Cultural facililties (e.g. meeting hall, seniors centre) in nearby towns15% 9 1% 27 14% Easier access to medical facilities 17% 21 -2% Easier access to medical facilities 23% 14 5% 35 19% Affordable housing 24% 31 -8% Affordable housing 50% 30 17% 61 33% Proximity to Edmonton 45% 57 -2% Proximity to Edmonton 52% 31 5% 88 47% Friendly/everyone knows everyone 28% 35 -1% Friendly/everyone knows everyone 30% 18 2% 53 28% Great schools/smaller class sizes 26% 33 -1% Great schools/smaller class sizes 30% 18 3% 51 27% Safe/low crime 21% 26 -8% Safe/low crime 47% 28 18% 54 29% Can't see your neighbours 31% 39 7% Can't see your neighbours 8% 5 -15% 44 24% Clean air 32% 41 3% Clean air 22% 13 -7% 54 29% Good water 17% 22 -2% Good water 25% 15 5% 37 20% Balance of farms, industry and natural spaces 38% 48 8% Balance of farms, industry and natural spaces 12% 7 -18% 55 29% Cheaper recreation (e.g. hockey) 5% 6 -1% Cheaper recreation (e.g. hockey) 8% 5 2% 11 6% Other, please specify... 7% 9 0% Other, please specify... 7% 4 0% 13 7% Total Responses 127 Total Responses 60 187

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2. In your opinion, what would make Beaver County a better place to live in? (choose up to 5 that are most important to you)

BEAVER COUNTY RESIDENTS URBAN RESIDENTS Response Chart Percentage Count Divergence From Total Response Chart Percentage Count Divergence From Total Total Sum % Total More police/bylaw enforcement 25% 31 -1% More police/bylaw enforcement 28% 17 2% 48 26% More services/amenities in nearby communities 30% 37 -1% More services/amenities in nearby communities 32% 19 1% 56 30% More local employment (industry) 46% 58 -6% More local employment (industry) 65% 39 13% 97 52% More bike/walking paths 15% 19 1% More bike/walking paths 12% 7 -2% 26 14% More/better playgrounds 2% 3 0% More/better playgrounds 3% 2 1% 5 3% More/better recreation facilities 17% 21 0% More/better recreation facilities 17% 10 0% 31 17% Lower taxes 38% 47 -1% Lower taxes 42% 25 3% 72 39% More/better youth activities 22% 27 1% More/better youth activities 20% 12 -1% 39 21% More/better arts and culture facilities/programs 11% 14 -1% More/better arts and culture facilities/programs 15% 9 3% 23 12% More community pride 20% 25 -1% More community pride 22% 13 1% 38 21% More housing variety with associated range of affordability 9% 11 1% More housing variety with associated range of affordability 7% 4 -1% 15 8% More parks 8% 10 2% More parks 2% 1 -4% 11 6% More environment-focused initiatives 18% 23 4% More environment-focused initiatives 5% 3 -9% 26 14% Healthcare services 30% 38 -3% Healthcare services 40% 24 6% 62 34% Childcare services 14% 17 0% Childcare services 13% 8 0% 25 14% Recreation Centre in the County 18% 22 0% Recreation Centre in the County 17% 10 -1% 32 17% More outdoor recreation attractions/facilities 14% 18 0% More outdoor recreation attractions/facilities 13% 8 -1% 26 14% More events 5% 6 -1% More events 8% 5 2% 11 6% Better social supports (e.g. family & community support services) 6% 8 2% Better social supports (e.g. family & community support services)2% 1 -3% 9 5% Inspiring County initiatives 11% 14 1% Inspiring County initiatives 7% 4 -3% 18 10% Understanding of/ability to participate in ambitious County vision 10% 12 0% Understanding of/ability to participate in ambitious County vision10% 6 0% 18 10% Entrepreneurship development program 12% 15 -17% Entrepreneurship development program 10% 6 -19% 21 29% Faster Internet 38% 48 2% Faster Internet 33% 20 -3% 68 37% Public transportation 10% 13 0% Public transportation 10% 6 0% 19 10% More agricultural services (note: currently pest/brush/weed control, seed cleaning, sustainable18% ag program) 22 4% More agricultural services (note: currently pest/brush/weed control,7% seed cleaning,4 sustainable ag program-7% runu by the26 County) 14% Unsure/don't know 2% 2 0% Unsure/don't know 2% 1 0% 3 2% Total Responses Beaver County125 Community Survey, 2016 Total Responses 60 185 42

3. What are our key opportunities in Beaver County? (choose your top two)

BEAVER COUNTY RESIDENTS URBAN RESIDENTS Response Chart Percentage Count Divergence From Total Response Chart Percentage Count Divergence From Total Total Sum % Total Beaver Hills (UNESCO) initiative 14% 17 3% Beaver Hills (UNESCO) initiative 5% 3 -6% 20 11% Quality of life 58% 71 -2% Quality of life 65% 39 5% 110 60% Close proximity to Edmonton 40% 49 -4% Close proximity to Edmonton 53% 32 9% 81 44% Food production 14% 17 2% Food production 8% 5 -4% 22 12% Balance of farm, industrial and value-added processing 31% 38 5% Balance of farm, industrial and value-added processing 17% 10 -10% 48 26% New approach to energy industry/services 4% 5 -1% New approach to energy industry/services 8% 5 3% 10 5% Land prices 19% 23 0% Land prices 18% 11 0% 34 19% Recreational tourism 5% 6 0% Recreational tourism 5% 3 0% 9 5% Job creation by developing economic opportunities (e.g. greenhouses, value-added processing,19% manufacturing) 23 -2% Job creation by developing economic opportunities (e.g. greenhouses,23% value-added14 processing, manufacturing)3% 37 20% Other, please specify... 4% 5 1% Other, please specify... 2% 1 -2% 6 3% Total Responses 123 Total Responses 60 183 4. What challenges do we need to overcome in Beaver County? (choose your top two)

BEAVER COUNTY RESIDENTS URBAN RESIDENTS Response Chart Percentage Count Divergence From Total Response Chart Percentage Count Divergence From Total Total Sum % Total Resistance to change 33% 40 0% Resistance to change 32% 19 0% 59 32% Water quality/quantity 10% 12 2% Water quality/quantity 3% 2 -4% 14 8% Retain youth/young adults 33% 40 2% Retain youth/young adults 27% 16 -4% 56 31% Flat economy 15% 19 -2% Flat economy 20% 12 3% 31 17% Declining population 14% 17 -2% Declining population 19% 11 3% 28 15% Too much regulation for business/development/people 10% 12 1% Too much regulation for business/development/people 7% 4 -2% 16 9% Leakage of money to cities 24% 30 5% Leakage of money to cities 10% 6 -10% 36 20% Not enough jobs 33% 41 -7% Not enough jobs 56% 33 15% 74 41% Protectionism of each community in the County vs. consideration of the whole 10% 12 -5% Protectionism of each community in the County vs. consideration25% of the whole15 11% 27 15% Other, please specify... 14% 17 2% Other, please specify... 7% 4 -5% 21 12% Total Responses 123 Total Responses 59 182

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5. What two industries do you think need to lead the charge in the future? (choose two)

BEAVER COUNTY RESIDENTS URBAN RESIDENTS Response Chart Percentage Count Divergence From Total Response Chart Percentage Count Divergence From Total Total Sum % Total Energy (including renewables) 40% 49 -3% Energy (including renewables) 49% 29 6% 78 43% Agricultural production 29% 36 2% Agricultural production 22% 13 -5% 49 27% Agricultural processing 27% 33 2% Agricultural processing 20% 12 -4% 45 25% Recreational tourism 20% 25 0% Recreational tourism 20% 12 0% 37 20% Industry (industrial parks) 18% 22 -1% Industry (industrial parks) 20% 12 2% 34 19% Independent entrepreneurs 33% 40 -2% Independent entrepreneurs 37% 22 3% 62 34% Integrated waste management 9% 11 -1% Integrated waste management 12% 7 2% 18 10% Environmental products and services 23% 28 1% Environmental products and services 19% 11 -3% 39 21% Total Responses 123 Total Responses 59 182

6a. Based on this description, what you value most about Beaver County, and what direction you think Beaver County should head in, what vision do you prefer? (choose one)

BEAVER COUNTY RESIDENTS URBAN RESIDENTS Response Chart Percentage Count Divergence From Total Response Chart Percentage Count Divergence From Total Total Sum % Total Vision 1 - Graceful Aging 9% 10 0% Vision 1 - Graceful Aging 9% 5 0% 15 9% Vision 2 - Industrial Heart 11% 13 -5% Vision 2 - Industrial Heart 26% 14 10% 27 16% Vision 3 - Agriculture and Environment Revival 31% 36 5% Vision 3 - Agriculture and Environment Revival 15% 8 -11% 44 26% Vision 4 - Recreation Playground 13% 15 1% Vision 4 - Recreation Playground 9% 5 -3% 20 12% Combination of Visions (please specify combination by Vision #) 25% 29 -4% Combination of Visions (please specify combination by Vision #)36% 20 8% 49 28% None 3% 4 0% None 2% 1 -1% 5 3% Unsure/Don't Know 9% 10 2% Unsure/Don't Know 4% 2 -3% 12 7% Total Responses 117 Total Responses 55 172 Beaver County Community Survey, 2016 44

10. Please rate what you feel is the relative importance of working to provide each of the following services on a more REGIONAL basis moving forward:

BEAVER COUNTY RESIDENTS URBAN RESIDENTS Total Number Total % Important/V Important Important Important ery and Very or Very Important or Very Important or Important - Important - County vs Not At All Not Very Slightly Very Unsure / Total Important or Very Not At All Not Very Slightly Very Unsure / Total Important Very Important Urban and Urban and Urban % Important Important Important Important Important Don't Know Responses Number Important % Important Important Important Important Important Don't Know Responses Number % County- County- Differential Airport Services 27 (27.3%) 34 (34.3%) 22 (22.2%) 9 (9.1%) 2 (2.0%) 5 (5.1%) 99 11 11 Airport Services12 (22.2%) 23 (42.6%) 11 (20.4%) 7 (13.0%) 0 (0.0%) 1 (1.9%) 54 7 13 18 12 -1 Bylaw Services 6 (6.1%) 8 (8.1%) 28 (28.3%) 35 (35.4%) 21 (21.2%) 1 (1.0%) 99 56 57 Bylaw Services1 (1.9%) 3 (5.7%) 9 (17.0%) 24 (45.3%) 16 (30.2%) 0 (0.0%) 53 40 76 96 63 -6 Economic Development Services 3 (3.1%) 2 (2.0%) 25 (25.5%) 40 (40.8%) 23 (23.5%) 5 (5.1%) 98 63 64 Economic Development0 (0.0%) 1Services (1.9%) 3 (5.7%) 27 (50.9%) 22 (41.5%) 0 (0.0%) 53 49 92 112 74 -10 Emergency Services (fire, police, EMS) 2 (2.0%) 0 (0.0%) 7 (7.1%) 25 (25.3%) 65 (65.7%) 0 (0.0%) 99 90 91 Emergency Services0 (0.0%) (fire,1 police, (1.9%) EMS)0 (0.0%) 7 (13.2%) 44 (83.0%) 1 (1.9%) 53 51 96 141 93 -2 Family and Community Support Services 3 (3.0%) 3 (3.0%) 21 (21.2%) 46 (46.5%) 26 (26.3%) 0 (0.0%) 99 72 73 Family and Community0 (0.0%) Support2 (3.8%) Services6 (11.5%) 18 (34.6%) 26 (50.0%) 0 (0.0%) 52 44 85 116 76 -3 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) 7 (7.1%) 23 (23.5%) 25 (25.5%) 16 (16.3%) 3 (3.1%) 24 (24.5%) 98 19 19 Geographic Information1 (1.9%) 4Systems (7.5%) (GIS)21 (39.6%) 19 (35.8%) 3 (5.7%) 5 (9.4%) 53 22 42 41 27 -8 Housing 6 (6.1%) 6 (6.1%) 24 (24.5%) 46 (46.9%) 12 (12.2%) 4 (4.1%) 98 58 59 Housing 1 (1.9%) 0 (0.0%) 7 (13.0%) 28 (51.9%) 18 (33.3%) 0 (0.0%) 54 46 85 104 68 -9 Parks Management Services 3 (3.1%) 11 (11.2%) 26 (26.5%) 45 (45.9%) 9 (9.2%) 4 (4.1%) 98 54 55 Parks Management1 (1.9%) Services2 (3.7%) 17 (31.5%) 23 (42.6%) 11 (20.4%) 0 (0.0%) 54 34 63 88 58 -3 Planning Services (development application processing and plan-making) 5 (5.1%) 6 (6.1%) 19 (19.4%) 49 (50.0%) 13 (13.3%) 6 (6.1%) 98 62 63 Planning Services0 (0.0%) (development2 (3.8%) application10 (18.9%) processing23 (43.4%) and plan-making)18 (34.0%) 0 (0.0%) 53 41 77 103 68 -5 One Regional Municipal Development Plan 5 (5.2%) 6 (6.2%) 20 (20.6%) 40 (41.2%) 14 (14.4%) 12 (12.4%) 97 54 56 One Regional1 Municipal(1.9%) Development3 (5.7%) 7 (13.2%)Plan 30 (56.6%) 10 (18.9%) 2 (3.8%) 53 40 86 94 62 -6 One Regional Municipal Recreation Master Plan 6 (6.2%) 6 (6.2%) 20 (20.8%) 38 (39.6%) 15 (15.6%) 11 (11.5%) 96 53 55 One Regional1 Municipal(1.9%) Recreation3 (5.7%) Master7 (13.2%) Plan 26 (49.1%) 14 (26.4%) 2 (3.8%) 53 40 76 93 61 -6 Recreation Services (community halls, sports facilities, libraries, museums) 3 (3.1%) 6 (6.1%) 24 (24.5%) 48 (49.0%) 16 (16.3%) 1 (1.0%) 98 64 65 Recreation Services0 (0.0%) (community0 (0.0%) halls,4 (7.5%)sports facilities,17 (32.1%) libraries,32 museums)(60.4%) 0 (0.0%) 53 39 93 103 68 -3 Solid Waste Management Services 3 (3.1%) 6 (6.2%) 16 (16.5%) 51 (52.6%) 17 (17.5%) 4 (4.1%) 97 68 60 Solid Waste 0Management (0.0%) 0 (0.0%)Services 5 (9.4%) 27 (50.9%) 19 (35.8%) 2 (3.8%) 53 46 87 114 75 -15 Transportation Services (roads) 1 (1.0%) 5 (5.1%) 13 (13.3%) 35 (35.7%) 42 (42.9%) 2 (2.0%) 98 77 79 Transportation0 (0.0%) Services (roads)0 (0.0%) 6 (11.3%) 21 (39.6%) 26 (49.1%) 0 (0.0%) 53 47 89 124 82 -3 Water Services 4 (4.1%) 1 (1.0%) 20 (20.6%) 41 (42.3%) 30 (30.9%) 1 (1.0%) 97 71 73 Water Services0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 2 (3.8%) 22 (41.5%) 29 (54.7%) 0 (0.0%) 53 51 96 122 80 -7 Wastewater Services 3 (3.2%) 6 (6.4%) 25 (26.6%) 40 (42.6%) 16 (17.0%) 4 (4.3%) 94 56 60 Wastewater0 Services (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 3 (5.7%) 26 (49.1%) 23 (43.4%) 1 (1.9%) 53 49 82 105 69 -9 Regional Marketing for Investment Attraction and Retention 8 (8.2%) 5 (5.2%) 23 (23.7%) 29 (29.9%) 24 (24.7%) 8 (8.2%) 97 53 55 Regional Marketing1 (1.9%) for Investment1 (1.9%) Attraction8 (15.1%) and25 Retention (47.2%) 18 (34.0%) 0 (0.0%) 53 43 81 96 63 -8 Region-Based Industrial Land Development (selected locations only) 11 (11.5%) 5 (5.2%) 24 (25.0%) 27 (28.1%) 21 (21.9%) 8 (8.3%) 96 49 50 Region-Based1 (1.9%)Industrial 1Land (1.9%) Development11 (20.8%) (selected30 (56.6%) locations9 (17.0%) only) 1 (1.9%) 53 39 74 88 58 -8 Shared Equipment 3 (3.1%) 9 (9.3%) 24 (24.7%) 30 (30.9%) 18 (18.6%) 13 (13.4%) 97 48 50 Shared Equipment1 (1.9%) 8 (15.4%) 13 (25.0%) 18 (34.6%) 7 (13.5%) 5 (9.6%) 52 25 48 73 48 2 One Region-Based Development Vision 7 (7.3%) 6 (6.2%) 23 (24.0%) 31 (32.3%) 15 (15.6%) 14 (14.6%) 96 46 48 One Region-Based1 (2.0%) Development2 (3.9%) Vision13 (25.5%) 17 (33.3%) 14 (27.5%) 4 (7.8%) 51 31 61 77 51 -3 Regional Governance 7 (7.3%) 7 (7.3%) 19 (19.8%) 35 (36.5%) 15 (15.6%) 13 (13.5%) 96 50 52 Regional Governance0 (0.0%) 6 (11.5%) 11 (21.2%) 21 (40.4%) 10 (19.2%) 4 (7.7%) 52 31 60 81 53 -1 Medical Recruitment 4 (4.2%) 2 (2.1%) 13 (13.7%) 33 (34.7%) 40 (42.1%) 3 (3.2%) 95 73 77 Medical Recruitment0 (0.0%) 1 (1.9%) 3 (5.7%) 17 (32.1%) 31 (58.5%) 1 (1.9%) 53 48 91 121 80 -3 Single Regional Voice to Senior Levels of Government for "Bedrock" Issues (e.g. roads, health, education) 5 (5.2%) 5 (5.2%) 18 (18.6%) 23 (23.7%) 37 (38.1%) 9 (9.3%) 97 60 62 Single Regional0 (0.0%) Voice to Senior2 (3.8%) Levels1 of (1.9%) Government26 (50.0%) for "Bedrock"21 (40.4%) Issues2 (3.8%)(e.g. roads, health, education)52 47 90 107 70 -8 Seniors Care 2 (2.0%) 3 (3.1%) 9 (9.2%) 37 (37.8%) 43 (43.9%) 4 (4.1%) 98 80 82 Seniors Care0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 1 (1.9%) 22 (41.5%) 30 (56.6%) 0 (0.0%) 53 52 98 132 87 -5 Employee Safety Program 7 (7.4%) 5 (5.3%) 26 (27.4%) 36 (37.9%) 14 (14.7%) 7 (7.4%) 95 50 53 Employee Safety0 (0.0%) Program1 (1.9%) 11 (21.2%) 21 (40.4%) 17 (32.7%) 2 (3.8%) 52 38 73 88 58 -5 Shared Administration Services (e.g. tax, assessment, finance, planning, tenders) 4 (4.1%) 4 (4.1%) 18 (18.6%) 34 (35.1%) 22 (22.7%) 15 (15.5%) 97 56 58 Shared Administration0 (0.0%) Services7 (13.2%) (e.g. 9tax, (17.0%) assessment,22 (41.5%) finance,14 planning, (26.4%) tenders)1 (1.9%) 53 36 68 92 61 -3 Fire Services 2 (2.1%) 1 (1.0%) 5 (5.2%) 28 (28.9%) 55 (56.7%) 6 (6.2%) 97 83 86 Fire Services0 (0.0%) 0 (0.0%) 2 (3.8%) 11 (21.2%) 38 (73.1%) 1 (1.9%) 52 49 94 132 87 -1 Communications Systems (e.g. fire) 3 (3.1%) 1 (1.0%) 10 (10.3%) 33 (34.0%) 44 (45.4%) 6 (6.2%) 97 77 79 Communications0 (0.0%) Systems0 (0.0%)(e.g. fire) 0 (0.0%) 16 (30.2%) 37 (69.8%) 0 (0.0%) 53 53 100 130 86 -7 School Planning 2 (2.1%) 3 (3.1%) 12 (12.4%) 36 (37.1%) 43 (44.3%) 1 (1.0%) 97 79 81 School Planning0 (0.0%) 1 (1.9%) 5 (9.4%) 17 (32.1%) 30 (56.6%) 0 (0.0%) 53 47 89 126 83 -2 Medical Facilities Planning 3 (3.0%) 3 (3.0%) 7 (7.1%) 37 (37.4%) 44 (44.4%) 5 (5.1%) 99 81 82 Medical Facilities0 (0.0%) Planning1 (2.0%) 3 (5.9%) 13 (25.5%) 32 (62.7%) 2 (3.9%) 51 35 88 116 76 6 Average 62 Average 78 Total Beaver County Community Survey, 2016 Respondents 152 45

DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE: SURVEY RESPONDENTS Selected survey respondent demographic data is compared to Census Canada statistics where statistics are available to provide some insight into demographic influences on survey responses.

Gender Response Chart Percentage Count

Male 31.6% 43 Female 68.4% 93 Total Responses 136

Females are over-represented in the survey:

Male % Female % Total Beaver County 2950 52% 2735 48% 5690 Ryley 245 49% 250 51% 495 Viking 475 45% 560 54% 1045 Tofield 1060 49% 1120 51% 2180 Holden 190 50% 190 50% 380 4920 50% 4855 50% 9790

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Age Response Chart Percentage Count

18-24 2.2% 3 25-44 35.6% 48 45-64 47.4% 64 65+ 14.8% 20 Total Responses 135

Younger/working age population (18-24, 25-44 and 45-64) is modestly over-represented in the survey results: 18-24 % 25-44 % 45-64 % 65+ % Total Beaver County 380 1265 1925 700 4270 Ryley 25 100 155 100 380 Viking 90 195 260 320 865 Tofield 165 525 575 445 1710 Holden 20 65 120 115 320

Total 680 9% 2150 28% 3035 40% 1680 22% 7545

Length of Residence in Community You Currently Reside In Response Chart Percentage Count

0-2 years 10.9% 15 3-5 years 16.1% 22 6-10 years 12.4% 17 10+ years 60.6% 83 Total Responses 137

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Please indicate your household type Response Chart Percentage Count

Family with no children 24.8% 34 Family with children 52.6% 72 Single 7.3% 10 Retired 15.3% 21 Total Responses 137

Excluding responses from “retired” – which can’t be compared with Census Canada data due to suppression of data due to low populations in some communities, singles (9% of respondents) and families with no children (29% of respondents) are under-represented, while families with children (62% of respondents) are modestly over-represented:

Where do you work? Response Chart Percentage Count

Beaver County 18.1% 25 Town or Village in Beaver County 23.9% 33 Edmonton Region 19.6% 27 Another location in Alberta 7.2% 10 Other 8.7% 12 Not applicable 22.5% 31 Total Responses 138

Do you own or operate a business in the region (Beaver County or Town or Village in the County boundary) Response Chart Percentage Count

Yes 25.0% 34 No 75.0% 102 Total Responses 136

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