Tell me what's important to you living in San Miguel County Survey

San Miguel County is changing quickly. I am running for County Commissioner because I believe the people who work here should be able to live here, and because local government should listen first and act together.

This short survey takes about 3 minutes to complete. Your responses will help guide my priorities and my work as a County Commissioner if elected in 2026. All responses are confidential. You may choose to remain anonymous.

Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective.

Paul Reich

1.Which best describes your connection to San Miguel County?

Other (please specify)

3.How would you describe your current housing situation?

5.Which housing actions should local governments prioritize?
(Select up to three)

Fully using and maintaining existing deed-restricted housing

Building more housing for local workers

Ensuring new development includes employee housing

Helping long-time residents downsize without leaving the community

Limiting homes that sit vacant most of the year

Improving coordination between towns and the county

Other (please specify)

6.What most threatens the long-term health of our local economy?
(Select up to two)

Workforce housing shortages

Low wages relative to cost of living

Over-reliance on seasonal tourism

Lack of childcare or healthcare access

Transportation and long commutes

Limited broadband or infrastructure

Other (please specify)

7.Which areas most need attention from local government?
(Select up to three)

Access to healthcare and behavioral health

Water quality and watershed protection

Wildfire and climate preparedness

Early childhood education and schools

Transportation and mobility

Aging in place for older residents

Other (please specify)

9.What would most improve trust in local government?
(Select up to three)

Earlier public engagement on major decisions

Clearer communication and plain-language explanations

Better coordination between towns and the county

More transparency around budgets and land-use decisions

Citizen advisory groups

Measurable progress reporting

Other (please specify)

10.What is your biggest hope or concern for San Miguel County’s future?

11.Would you like to stay in touch or share more?

I would like to receive updates

I would like to share more feedback

I would like to volunteer

I prefer to remain anonymous