1.How much do you know about the role of a local elected official?

I know very little about it

I know some about it

I know quite a lot about it

I know a lot about it

2.What factors might make you inclined to run for local public office?

Current issues

Desire to serve the community

Want to get involved

Want to know more about governing our community

Other (please specify)

3.What factors might make you hesitate to run for local public office?

Amount of time and commitment

Amount of remuneration

Don't know enough about the role

The tone of discourse on social media

Competing in an election

Other (please specify)

4.Would information and training beforehand help?

Yes

No

5.Which of the listed items would it help to know more about?

The requirements to run for public office

The training and supports available

The rewards and challenges of serving in public office

The role of an elected official versus the role of staff

The amount of commitment required and how to control it

What is and isn't within your ability to change in local government

Conflict of interest and other legislation

Responsible conduct requirements of elected officials

Other (please specify)