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Backyard Chicken Survey
The Town of Gravelbourg is seeking input from residents to gauge public interest in a potential backyard chicken pilot program. This survey will only take a few minutes. Your feedback matters! (Gravelbourg residents only, please.)
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1.
Do you live in Gravelbourg?
(Required.)
Yes
No
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2.
Do you support allowing backyard hens (no roosters) within Town limits?
(Required.)
Yes
No
Unsure
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3.
If permitted, would you personally be interested in keeping backyard hens?
(Required.)
Yes
No
Maybe
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4.
What do you believe are the potential benefits of allowing backyard hens? (Check all that apply.)
(Required.)
Fresh eggs/food security
Educational opportunites
Sustainability/self-sufficiency
Composting/gardening benefits
Pets/hobby farming
No benefits
Other (please specify)
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5.
What concerns, if any, do you have regarding backyard hens? (Check all that apply.)
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Noise
Odour
Rodents/pests
Disease control
Animal welfare
Property values
Enforcement
No concerns
Other (please specify)
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6.
Should the municipality require residents to apply for a permit or licence to keep backyard hens?
(Required.)
Yes
No
Unsure
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7.
Should there be minimum standards for coop placement, cleanliness, and maintenance?
(Required.)
Yes
No
Unsure
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8.
Should neighbouring property owners be notified before backyard hens are approved?
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Yes
No
Unsure
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9.
How important is this issue to you personally?
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Very important
Somewhat important
Neutral
Not at all important
10.
Please provide any additional comments, concerns, or suggestions regarding backyard hens in Gravelbourg.
