Monroe County Comprehensive Plan

Monroe County is updating its Comprehensive Plan -- the document that guides growth and development in the County for the next 15-20 years.

The plan informs policy decisions and is based on input from residents. Your answers to the following questions will help determine the future of the County. We appreciate your time and thank you for your contribution to the planning process.

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* 1. What is your age?

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65-74

75 or Over

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* 2. Do you identify as:

Male

Female

Non-Binary

Other

Prefer Not to Say

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* 3. What is your race and ethnicity?

Caucasian or White

African American or Black

Hispanic / Latinx

Prefer Not to Say

Other (please specify)

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* 4. How long have you lived in Monroe County?

Less than 5 years

5-9 years

10-14 years

15-20 years

More than 20 years

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* 5. Where in Monroe County do you live?

Columbia

East Carondalet (Monroe County)

Fults

Hecker

Maeystown

Prairie Du Rocher

Red Bud (Monroe County)

Renault

Valmeyer

Waterloo

Unincorporated Monroe County (on more than 20 acres)

Unincorporated Monroe County (on 11-20 acres)

Unincorporated Monroe County (on 6-10 acres)

Unincorporated Monroe County (on 0-5 acres)

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* 6. Describe why you live in Monroe County.

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* 7. Identify the top three strengths of living in Monroe County.

Rural nature of the County / communities.

Quality of housing.

Recreational opportunities.

Natural environment.

Great schools.

Low crime rates.

The value and cost of homes.

Proximity to St. Louis Metro area.

Proximity to employment opportunities.

Overall quality of life.

Strong family connections.

Family oriented atmosphere.

Other (please specify)

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* 8. Identify the top three challenges of living in Monroe County.

Rural nature of the County / communities.

High cost of living.

Increasing traffic.

Lack of job opportunities near home.

Loss of farmland.

Loss of rural / small town atmosphere.

Limited access to healthcare.

Lack of transportation options (bus, light rail, walking, biking).

Lack of adequate infrastructure such as roads, water, sewer, high speed internet.

Limited social activities or entertainment options.

Other (please specify)

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* 9. How is the quality of life in Monroe County changing?

Getting much better

Getting somewhat better

Staying about the same

Getting somewhat worse

Getting much worse

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* 10. How would you rate the overall quality and appearance of housing in Monroe County?

Excellent

Good

Fair

Poor

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* 11. How would you rate the quality and availability of parks, open space, and recreational opportunities in Monroe County?

Excellent

Good

Fair

Poor

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* 12. I feel safe in Monroe County.

Agree

Somewhat Agree

Somewhat Disagree

Disagree

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* 13. How do you feel about future development in Monroe County?

	Agree	Disagree
Growth and development should be encouraged throughout the County.	Growth and development should be encouraged throughout the County. Agree	Growth and development should be encouraged throughout the County. Disagree
Growth and development should be balanced with the preservation of farmland, natural areas, and the general rural character of Monroe County.	Growth and development should be balanced with the preservation of farmland, natural areas, and the general rural character of Monroe County. Agree	Growth and development should be balanced with the preservation of farmland, natural areas, and the general rural character of Monroe County. Disagree
Growth and development should be limited.	Growth and development should be limited. Agree	Growth and development should be limited. Disagree
New growth and development should be encouraged along the Route 3 corridor and limited elsewhere.	New growth and development should be encouraged along the Route 3 corridor and limited elsewhere. Agree	New growth and development should be encouraged along the Route 3 corridor and limited elsewhere. Disagree

Other (please specify)

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* 14. Monroe County needs more:

Commercial, service-oriented businesses

Industrial businesses

Housing options (e.g. senior, entry-level, townhomes, or similar)

Living-wage job opportunities

Something else:

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* 15. What else should we know as we plan for the future of Monroe County? (open ended)

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