We asked our community to rank eight categories in order of priority – we also asked this question three years ago so we have been able to compare the responses. The main change, is the second bridge development which has moved from 5th position to 3rd. We have also changed ‘New entertainment centres’ to ‘Recreation and entertainment’ to better reflect the responses we received. This includes topics such as entertainment centres, parks, sport development, and walking and cycling trails.
Ranking | 2020 | 2017 |
1 | Roading | Roading |
2 | Community safety | Community safety |
3 | Second bridge development in Ashburton | Environment |
4 | Environment | Town centre development |
5 | Business development | Second bridge development in Ashburton |
6 | Town centre development | Business development |
7 | EA Networks Centre development | EA Networks Centre development |
8 | Recreation and entertainment | New entertainment centres |
Roading and second bridge development were clear priority areas where our community would like more work undertaken.
Community safety, environment, and business development were areas that a high proportion of our community (around 50-55%) were happy with the work that is being undertaken, although a significant proportion (around 40-45%) would like to see more in these areas.
For town centre development and EA Networks Centre development there was a clear majority for continuing with the current level of work and development.
For new entertainment centres, the responses were split - almost one-third each saying to do less, or to do more work, with slightly more saying to continue with what we are currently doing.
This past year, Key Research conducted the survey for us. 950 responses were received, at four time points across the year.
A few highlights include:
