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Town of Norridgewock Comprehensive Plan Community Survey

This survey is flexible—feel free to skip questions or complete only what you can. Your input is still valuable even if you don’t finish every question. Thank you for your participation in our Comprehenisve Plan process.
Norridgewock Comprehensive Plan Vision Statement:
Norridgewock envisions a vibrant future grounded in its agricultural heritage and the value of regional connectivity. A town where the legacy of labor and manufacturing is preserved and its rural character remains central to community identity. The Town values and protects its natural resources, especially the Kennebec River, while expanding recreational opportunities that enhance quality of life for residents and visitors alike.

As a connected and adaptable community, Norridgewock embraces its role as a welcoming bedroom town, providing affordable living and strong community services. Through intentional development, regional collaboration, and community-oriented planning, Norridgewock seeks to cultivate a thriving local economy, strengthen community bonds, and ensure a sustainable, inclusive future for generations to come.
1.What is your affiliation with the town of Norridgewock? (Select all that apply)(Required.)
2.Rate the following conditions based on the current state of the Town of Norridgewock
Very Poor
Poor
Neutral
Good
Very Good
Taxation Rate (Property Tax)
Essential Services (Water, Sewer, Fire, EMS, Police, etc.)
Community Services (Recreation, parks, library, etc.)
Downtown development
Community engagement
Community events
Policy setting and enforcement
Level of crime
3.How important were each of the following to you when choosing to live in Norridgewock?
Very unimportant
Unimportant
Neutral
Important
Very important
Schools
Current population density
Rural residential community
Natural resources
Potential for economic development
Location relative to employment
Public services available
Community history and historic buildings
Level of crime
Tax/Mill Rate
4.If you have school-aged children, what type of school program are they enrolled in?
5.Your employment:
6.What is your opinion on residential development in the past decade (building of new houses, apartments, condos, etc.)?
7.What types of housing initiatives should the town consider or pursue?
8.Would you be in favor of the expenditure of town funds in support of affordable housing initiatives?
9.Do you feel there is a need for housing alternatives other than single family housing in town?
10.If you feel there is a need for new / additional housing types, please rate the following in terms of importance:
Very unimportant
Unimportant
Neutral
Important
Very Important
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU's: a smaller additional living space on the same lot as a single-family home)
Apartment buildings
Elderly housing
Condominiums
Residential life care
Single family units
Mobile homes
Tiny homes
11.The minimum lot size for new lots in Norridgewock is 20,000 sq ft for lots served by the Norridgewock Sewer Department and 30,000 sq ft for lots not served. Do you think the minimum lot size in Norridgewock should be:
12.Should the following land use types be encouraged, limited, or discouraged?
Discourage
Limit
Neither
Encourage
Strongly Encourage
Single-family Residential
Multi-family Residential
Mixed-use (commercial / residential)
Conservation land / Open space
Seasonal use
Recreational facilities
Industrial / Light industrial, Commercial
Municipal facilities
Agricultural or Forestry uses
13.What types of new or additional businesses would you like to see in town?
14.Currently, Norridgewock does not regulate short term rentals (AirBnBs) Should Norridgewock:
15.Should the town encourage new businesses and/or industrial development?
16.What types of new / additional commercial or industrial development would you like to see in town?
17.What is your opinion regarding the need for the following in town:
Strongly disagree
Disgree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly agree
Outdoor recreational store
Restaurants
Pharmacy
Banking
Cafe/Bakery
Retail
Grocery store
Hardware store
Pub
18.Do you feel that recent development aligns with the character of town?
19.How important are each of these natural resources to you?
Very unimportant
Unimportant
Neutral
Important
Very important
Rivers / Streams
Wetlands
Forests
Farms
Scenic views
20.How important do you feel it is to protect and promote farms and farmland?
21.How important are each of these open space categories to you?
Very unimportant
Unimportant
Neutral
Important
Very Important
Active recreation (ball fields, sports programs, etc.)
Passive recreation (walking, hiking, biking, nature preserves)
Wildlife habitat protection
Stream/wetland/waterbody protection
Protection of town appearance and character
Protection of large parcels of land
Protection of areas open for boating/fishing/water access
Protection of scenic views
22.Considering the open space categories above in the previous question, does the town:
23.Public facilities include schools, roads, parks and municipal buildings and other municipally owned or maintained structures. These facilities and the services they provide are paid for, in part, through the taxes that citizens pay. The following questions are designed to allow the town to determine what level of facility improvements would be supported. Please indicate how important each of the following recreation categories are to you.
Very Unimportant
Unimportant
Neutral
Important
Very important
Swimming pools
Town beach / Natural swimming area
Hiking / Walking / Nature trails
ATV / Snowmobile trails
Community center
Pickleball / Tennis / Basketball courts
Softball / Baseball fields
Parks / Playgrounds
Access for fishing / hunting
Skating / Hockey rinks
Cross country skiing
Mountain biking
Fitness center
24.How important are each of the following categories to you?
Very unimportant
Unimportant
Neutral
Important
Very important
Improve municipal buildings
Improve transfer station
Develop recreational facilities
Develop/build community or youth center
Beautification and development of downtown
Purchase open space
Improve public safety
Improve accessibility at public properties and buildings
25.How important are each of the following public service categories to you?
Very unimportant
Unimportant
Neutral
Important
Very important
Fire Department
Ambulance services
Police services
Community library
Animal Control services
Code Enforcement and community Planning services
Recreation programs
Maintenance/public works services
Solid waste and recycling services
Cemetery and sexton services
General assistance and heating assistance
Municipal communications
Town website
Age friendly and older resident support services
26.Currently, the town’s police services are provided by the County Sherriff’s Department. Do you think there is a need for additional police services in town?
27.Currently, the town’s primary Emergency Medical Services are provided by Redington-Fairview General Hospital. Do you think there is a need for additional Emergency Medical Services (EMS)?
28.How important are each of the following areas to the future of transportation in town?
Very unimportant
Unimportant
Neutral
Important
Very important
Building additional public roads
Paving publicly owned gravel roads
Providing public snow removal (town crew and equipment)
Bicycle and pedestrian paths
Sidewalks in the village area
ATV / Snowmobile trails
General public transportation options like local bus services
Public transportation services for those with limited mobility or restricted driving abilities.
29.Do you feel the amount of sidewalks in town are adequate?
30.Rate how would you like to be kept informed about happenings in the town?
Very unimportant
Unimportant
Neutral
Important
Very important
Public meetings and hearings
Periodic mailings
Signage and message boards
Local publications (local newspapers, etc.)
Facebook and social media
The town’s website
Email and email subscription lists, such as E-Alerts
Direct text messaging
Town newsletters
31.What do you like best about the town?
32.What do you like least about the town?
33.What problems would you most like to see local government address?
34.What might we choose to do today that will be appreciated by people who live here 10 or more years from now?
35.Please include any other thoughts and comments.
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