Your Voice Our Future - 2025 Municipal Strat Plan Survey
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2025 Municipal Strategic Planning Survey. Your input plays an essential role in shaping priorities and guiding Council’s decisions for the future of the Summer Village of Rochon Sands. Below is a snapshot summary of the survey results.
Pride in Community
Residents overwhelmingly value Rochon Sands for its small-village character, supportive and friendly atmosphere, and connection to the lake and natural environment. Many comments recognized our strong volunteerism and community events.
What Residents Value Most
Top mentions:
Top Considerations for the Next 3–5 Years
A clear theme emerged: lake health and lake access.
#1 Priority – Lake Health & Access
Resident Satisfaction
Grant & Funding Priorities
Top areas residents want to focus on — if grant funding is available:
Engagement & Volunteerism
Additional Resident Feedback
Overall Takeaways
Council sincerely appreciates your time, passion, and ideas. These survey results will directly support strategic planning, infrastructure priorities, and future grant applications.
This narrative summary was generated using AI assistance to ensure unbiased interpretation of resident feedback. Full, unedited survey responses are provided in the results link below.
Pride in Community
Residents overwhelmingly value Rochon Sands for its small-village character, supportive and friendly atmosphere, and connection to the lake and natural environment. Many comments recognized our strong volunteerism and community events.
What Residents Value Most
Top mentions:
- Tight-knit, friendly community
- The lake and natural environment
- Peaceful, safe, small-village atmosphere
- Volunteerism and events (tennis/pickleball, fireworks, hall activities)
- Pride in cleanliness and appearance
Top Considerations for the Next 3–5 Years
A clear theme emerged: lake health and lake access.
#1 Priority – Lake Health & Access
- Raise/stabilize Buffalo Lake water levels
- Dredge the bay and marina areas
- Improve or rebuild boat launch
- Remove rock hazards and legacy road features
- Street lighting & traffic control (Sands Street safety)
- Reliable internet and cellular service
- Trail enhancements and shoreline preservation
- Private Property upkeep and aesthetics
Resident Satisfaction
- High satisfaction with Council, staff, volunteers, and community maintenance
- Strong appreciation for communication, events, and responsiveness
- Main concern: loss of usable marina and water access
- Moderate concern: speeding, recycling capacity, and upkeep of certain properties
Grant & Funding Priorities
Top areas residents want to focus on — if grant funding is available:
- Shoreline and lake protection projects
- Boat launch and marina improvements
- Trail development and public spaces
- Community Hall upgrades
Engagement & Volunteerism
- Most respondents are willing to volunteer or support community projects
- Continued desire to stay involved and build on strong volunteer culture
Additional Resident Feedback
- Maintaining and improving lake access remains the community’s defining concern
- Suggestions included better beach access signage, yard clean-up expectations, and speed enforcement
- Ongoing thanks for strong leadership and communication — Council, staff, and volunteers recognized as valued community assets
Overall Takeaways
- Strength → A welcoming and connected community with strong pride in place
- Challenge → Lake access and water level stability are vital to protect property values, recreation, and long-term viability
Council sincerely appreciates your time, passion, and ideas. These survey results will directly support strategic planning, infrastructure priorities, and future grant applications.
This narrative summary was generated using AI assistance to ensure unbiased interpretation of resident feedback. Full, unedited survey responses are provided in the results link below.