A community survey was conducted in February of 1998 to gain community input for the development of a shared community vision for our future. 13,000 households were mailed the survey. On January 23, 1998, a community planning and visioning conference called Citizen University was held in which 350 citizens participated. The results of this survey, combined with input gleaned from the Citizen University are listed below.

The number in the right hand column is the number of people who responded with a answer that correlated directly with or closely to stated position listed in the left hand column.

Question # 1.... List three qualities, attributes or characteristics that our community should possess in order to be a healthy, more vital and successful community.

Question # 2... What are the biggest obstacles or challenges that our community must overcome to become a stronger, healthier and more vital community?

Question # 3.... List the three most important projects, problems, concerns or priorities that we as a community should begin acting upon during the next twelve months.

Question #4... As a community, what is Fort Dodge doing well?