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* 1. What county do you live in?

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* 2. What county do you work in?

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* 3. Please select you age range.

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* 4. What is your connection to the region? (check all that apply)

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* 5. What is the region's strongest asset? (check all that apply)

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* 6. How can our region use its assets and resources to boost the economy?

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* 7. What is the region's greatest weaknesses? (check all that apply)

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* 8. What economic topics can be improved in the region.  5 being in need of the most improvement, 1 being in little or no need of improvement:

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Tourism - Is tourism seen as a valuable economic driver in the region?
Entrepreneurial resources - Are adequate resources available to assist entrepreneurs in starting local businesses?
Agricultural economy - Are regional agricultural resources (including farmers markets) considered valuable economic drivers?
Jobs/private investment - Is new industry needed in the region to grow economic viability?

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* 9. What one topic should be focused on to strengthen the region's economic viability? What one strategy would you recommend?

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* 10. How well does your local government support small businesses?

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* 11. What could help expand or develop businesses within the region?

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* 12. What economic opportunities exist or are developing in your county and in our region?

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* 13. What infrastructure topics can be improved in the region.  5 being in need of the most improvement, 1 being in little or no need of improvement:

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Environmental - Are businesses and local governments doing enough to mitigate environmental concerns? 
Water and sewer - Are utilities within the region in need of updating, price adjustments, or expansion?
Transportation improvements - Are current / planned road improvements efficient? Is more improvement needed?
Talent - Are workforce development programs providing the training needed?
Stormwater - Is flooding and pollution from stormwater being managed safely and effectively?
Energy - Is our power (gas, electric, and renewables) resilient and affordable?
Communications - Are our communications networks (broadband, cellular, wireless) reliable and affordable?

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* 14. What one topic should be focused on to strengthen the region's infrastructure to support economic growth? What one strategy would you recommend?

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* 15. Do you believe there are gaps in educational resources? (Including K-12, Community College, University, etc.)

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* 16. Does your community have the resources to develop a skilled workforce?

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* 17. What community topics can be improved in the region.  5 being in need of the most improvement, 1 being in little or no need of improvement:

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Housing availability/affordability - Are the number of residential areas adequate? Are housing prices affordable and/or of correct value for the region?
Health and wellness - Is healthcare in the region sufficient for the population?
Redevelopment of downtowns - Are there a significant number of vacant and/or dilapidated buildings in our region? Do the region's towns appear welcoming to visitors and new businesses?
Poverty- Is there adequate assistance provided to lift people out of poverty?
Addiction assistance- Is there enough support for managing addiction in our communities?

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* 18. What do you like about your community?

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* 19. What leadership topics can be improved in the region.  5 being in need of the most improvement, 1 being in little or no need of improvement:

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Government efficiency/taxation - Do you feel your local government operating up to its best capability?
Attentiveness - Does area leadership need to be more understanding/responsive to economic issues?
Civic Engagement - Are there programs working to make a difference in the civic life of one's community?
Regional Partnerships - Do you feel leaders are working together to increase opportunities in the region?

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* 20. Have you ever watched local government meetings online or attend a meeting in person?

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* 21. Would you spend an extra dollar every week on groceries, if it meant resolving your biggest community issues?

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* 22. Rank the following items on a scale from least important to most important:

  Least important Somewhat important Important Very important Most important
Quality of Life
Access to Economic Opportunity
Reliable High Speed Internet
Quality of Education
Adequate Public Services
Dependable Transportation and Infrastructure
Attracting and Retaining Youth to West Virginia

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