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Stakeholder Input for Verde Valley Economic Vitality Strategy
1.
What BEST describes your role in the Verde Valley Economy?
Government official or employee
Non-profit Association official or employee serving businesses
Educational Institution Employee
Researcher
Entrepreneur
Agricultural owner or worker
Artist/Creator
Local Business owner/leader
Local Business employee
Not for Profit local organization manager/leader
Not for Profit local organization employee
Exploring Locating in the Verde Valley
Other Interested Individual
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2.
What is your zip code?
(Required.)
3.
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Email
Name
4.
What drew you to live or work in the Verde Valley?
5.
If you started a business in the Verde Valley in the past 10 years, would you do it again?
Yes
No
Please elaborate on why.
6.
From your perspective, what are the TOP 3 greatest economic assets of the Verde Valley?
Easy access to Scenic Natural Beauty/Public lands
Proximity to larger markets (Phoenix, Prescott, Flagstaff)
Agricultural atmosphere
The Verde River
Tourism infrastructure (hotels, tour guides, etc.)
Availability of alternative wellness providers
Viticulture designation
History/Culture
Geographic Location
Other- Please explain.
7.
What metrics do you and/or your organization use to monitor economic health?
8.
What economic data do you wish you had access to that you do not currently have? What would you use this data for?
9.
From your perspective, please select the TOP 3 most pressing issues inhibiting economic vitality in the Verde Valley?
Lack of reliable high-speed internet
Insufficient access to healthcare
Water uncertainty
Lack of financing
Fire risk
Lack of skilled workforce
Government regulations and requirements
Lack of affordable housing
Insufficient availability of business ready sites
School system
Other (comment further)
10.
What skills are the most difficult to find in hiring and developing your workforce?
11.
What workforce development programs are you or your organization involved in or aware of?
12.
What housing initiatives are you or your organization involved in or aware of?
13.
How would you rate your experience with the following utilities/services? Check NA if the utility/service is Not Applicable to your organization or you.
Very Poor
Poor
Neutral
Good
Very Good
N/A
Water/Sewer
Very Poor
Poor
Neutral
Good
Very Good
N/A
Feel free to comment further here:
Electricity
Very Poor
Poor
Neutral
Good
Very Good
N/A
Feel free to comment further here:
Gas/Propane
Very Poor
Poor
Neutral
Good
Very Good
N/A
Feel free to comment further here:
Internet
Very Poor
Poor
Neutral
Good
Very Good
N/A
Feel free to comment further here:
Transportation
Very Poor
Poor
Neutral
Good
Very Good
N/A
Feel free to comment further here:
Cellular Service
Very Poor
Poor
Neutral
Good
Very Good
N/A
Feel free to comment further here:
Police & FIre & EMT
Very Poor
Poor
Neutral
Good
Very Good
N/A
Feel free to comment further here:
Schools
Very Poor
Poor
Neutral
Good
Very Good
N/A
Feel free to comment further here:
14.
Considering your role in the Verde Valley Economy, which of the following uses of the Internet would most benefit from improved reliability and speed of service (select up to 3)?
e-commerce (purchasing)
e-commerce (selling products and/or services)
Remote Work
Remote Learning
Telehealth
Remote meetings (Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, etc.)
Entertainment (video, audio, gaming, etc.)
Other (please specify)
None of the above
15.
Healthy economies support a diversified set of industries to navigate market fluctuations and provide a range of opportunities. The Verde Valley is well established as a tourism destination. What other industries do you believe would be beneficial to attract to the region to support economic diversification? (Pick your top 3).
Research/Tech/Innovation
Agribusiness
Film & Entertainment
Destination Education
Healthcare
Renewable Energy/Green Technology
Warehousing/Light Manufacturing
Entrepreneurship
Remote Work
Other (please specify)
16.
In your opinion, what should the region's TOP 3 economic development goals be?
Create new jobs that pay a livable wage.
Promote walking, biking and other alternative transportation
Develop an ecosystem that promotes entrepreneurship
Provide affordable housing options
Increase the "coolness factor" of the region as a place to live and work
Reduce government barriers to business
Be known for local government that is highly efficient and effective
Create business ready sites
Promote the vitalization of business districts in Verde Valley communities
Retain and attract younger workers (under 40)
Attract a diverse industry base to support a healthy economy
Focus on income growth for existing residents
Attract self-employed Empty Nesters and Semi-Retirees
None of the above
Other (please specify)
17.
Which of the following practices does your organization associate with sustainability? (Check all that apply)
Reducing environmental impact (e.g., energy use, emissions, waste)
Investing in employee well-being and fair labor practices
Supporting local supply chains and community development
Promoting financial responsibility and long-term planning
Adopting environmentally friendly products or processes
Engaging in social responsibility or equity initiatives
None of the above
Other (please specify)
18.
Over the next 5 years, how likely is your organization to invest in or expand sustainability efforts?
Very likely
Likely
Neither likely nor unlikely
Unlikely
Very unlikely
19.
What are the biggest challenges your organization faces in implementing sustainable practices? (Select up to 3)
Upfront cost are too high
Lack of information or resources
Difficulty measuring impact or return on investment
Not considered necessary or important
Limited staff/time
Political
We already have sustainable practices in place
None of the above
Other (please specify)
20.
Would you be interested in collaborating with other businesses or agencies in the Verde Valley on shared sustainability initiatives?
Yes
No
Maybe (Please Explain)
21.
Are you familiar with Verde Valley Regional Economic Development Organization, and if so, how would you describe VVREO to others?
Yes
No
If yes, how would you describe VVREO to others?
22.
What other services can VVREO provide to best suit your business needs?
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