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2026 Brown County Survey

What's next, Brown County?

We want to hear how you experience life in Brown County—whether you live, work, or spend time here.

Brown County has made progress because people spoke up. Past surveys helped inform investments like the Early Learning Center, Uptown Mt. Sterling improvements, bike and walking trails, expanded shopping and dining options, and community planning efforts. This survey helps guide what's next.

The survey takes about 15 minutes to complete. Your responses are anonymous. You may choose to enter a drawing for cash prizes at the end of the survey.

Thank you for sharing your perspective.
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1.How would you categorize the quality of life in Brown County?

For the purposes of this survey, quality of life is defined as the level of health, comfort, and happiness felt by an individual or group.(Required.)
2.Over the past five years, do you believe Brown County’s quality of life has improved, stayed about the same, or declined?(Required.)
3.How important are the following to the quality of life in Brown County?
Very Important
Somewhat Important
Undecided/No Opinion
Somewhat Unimportant
Unimportant
Safe place to live
Hometown atmosphere
Vibrant 'Uptown' Mt. Sterling
Selection of housing
Quality of schools
Shopping opportunities
Parks and recreation facilities
Public services (Library, Police, Fire)
Closeness to employment
Walkability
Retaining youth in the community
Entertainment options
Fitness / exercise options
Arts and cultural opportunities
Support services for those in need
Leadership & volunteer opportunities
Sports
Faith community
Dining options
Diversity and inclusion
Childcare options
Medical services
4.From the list of options in Question 3, which do you believe is the most critical issue facing Brown County today? If more than one issue feels critical, please select the one that would make the greatest difference if addressed.

If you think the most critical issue is not in the list above, please share your thoughts.
5.
On a scale of 0 to 10,
How likely is it that you would recommend Brown County as a place to live to a friend or colleague?
0 for Not at all likely, 10 for Extremely likely
(Required.)
Not at all likelyExtremely likely
6.Please explain why you selected the previous answer.