Poll results:

What is the most pressing issue facing the community today?

156 total votes Added Jun 1, 2025 10:32 AM

Cost of living (groceries, utilities, transportation) 60 votes 38.46%

Poverty and income inequality 4 votes 2.56%

Housing affordability 11 votes 7.05%

Availability of rental housing 8 votes 5.13%

Homelessness 11 votes 7.05%

Availability of family doctors and healthcare providers 15 votes 9.62%

Opioid addiction/mental health crisis 23 votes 14.74%

Local job opportunities and unemployment 6 votes 3.85%

Air and water quality/pollution 0 votes 0.00%

Services for seniors and aging populations 10 votes 6.41%

Policing effectiveness and accountability 6 votes 3.85%

Indigenous reconciliation efforts 2 votes 1.28%

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