Clinton County Identity & Vision Exercise

Clinton County Comprehensive Plan & Greenways Plan

(All responses are anonymous)

Purpose: As we update the Clinton County Comprehensive Plan, we want to know what defines our county today and what we should protect for the future. Your input will help shape a shared countywide vision/identity for our communities, economy, landscapes, and quality of life. (Takes under 5 minutes)

The survey will remain open through November 25th, 2026.

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1. What are the three words or short phrases that best describe Clinton County today? (Required.)

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2. Which three qualities or assets should be most important to Clinton County’s future identity?
Please select your top three (3) choices.
(Note: Responses selecting more than three options will not be counted.)

Small-town and rural character

Outdoor recreation/trails and nature based tourism

The West Branch Susquehanna River and waterways

Forests, mountains, and scenic landscapes

Agriculture and working lands

History and heritage

Industry and manufacturing

Opportunities for entrepreneurship/growth

Connected communities (interconnected areas safely accessed without needing a vehicle)

Commonwealth University - Lock Haven and Education

Downtowns and local businesses

Arts, culture, and community events

Affordability and quality of life

PA Wilds / Lumber Heritage Region

Other (please specify)

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3. Looking ahead 10–15 years, what should Clinton County be better known for than it is today?
Please select your top three (3) choices.
(Note: Responses selecting more than three options will not be counted.)

A place where young people and families choose to relocate/stay

A destination for outdoor recreation and tourism

Thriving communities and vibrant downtowns

Quality jobs and a skilled workforce

Effective schools, education, and career opportunities

A diverse and resilient local economy

Housing for people at all stages of life and income levels.

Continued efforts to protect rural landscapes and natural resources

Robust opportunities for local businesses and entrepreneurship

Arts, culture, history, and community events

Connected communities and easy access to services

Farm Preservation, Agri-Tourism, and Local Market Support

Something else:

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4. In your own words, what do you believe symbolizes Clinton County right now?

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5. In your own words, what do you believe the identity of Clinton County should be in 10 to 15 years from now?

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6. In your own words, what is one quality of Clinton County that should not be lost as the County grows and changes?

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7. Overall, how would you rate the quality of life that Clinton County provides for you and your household?

0 (Poor)

Neutral

10 (Excellent)

Clear

i We adjusted the number you entered based on the slider’s scale.

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8. Please select your age range?

< 18

18 - 24

25 - 34

35 - 44

45 - 54

55 - 64

65 +

Prefer Not to Answer

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9. Which of the following best describes your relationship to Clinton County

Full-time Resident (Live here year-round)

Part-Time Resident (e.g., summer/seasonal resident, student, snowbird)

Visitor/Tourist (Staying temporarily for business, leisure, recreation, or travel)

Commuter/Daily Worker (Regularly come here for work or school)

Prefer not to answer

Other (please specify)

Clinton County Identity & Vision Exercise

Clinton County Comprehensive Plan & Greenways Plan

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* 1. What are the three words or short phrases that best describe Clinton County today? (Required.)

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* 2. Which three qualities or assets should be most important to Clinton County’s future identity?Please select your top three (3) choices.(Note: Responses selecting more than three options will not be counted.)

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* 3. Looking ahead 10–15 years, what should Clinton County be better known for than it is today?Please select your top three (3) choices.(Note: Responses selecting more than three options will not be counted.)

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* 4. In your own words, what do you believe symbolizes Clinton County right now?

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* 5. In your own words, what do you believe the identity of Clinton County should be in 10 to 15 years from now?

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* 6. In your own words, what is one quality of Clinton County that should not be lost as the County grows and changes?

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* 7. Overall, how would you rate the quality of life that Clinton County provides for you and your household?

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* 8. Please select your age range?

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* 9. Which of the following best describes your relationship to Clinton County

1. What are the three words or short phrases that best describe Clinton County today? (Required.)

2. Which three qualities or assets should be most important to Clinton County’s future identity?
Please select your top three (3) choices.
(Note: Responses selecting more than three options will not be counted.)

3. Looking ahead 10–15 years, what should Clinton County be better known for than it is today?
Please select your top three (3) choices.
(Note: Responses selecting more than three options will not be counted.)

4. In your own words, what do you believe symbolizes Clinton County right now?

5. In your own words, what do you believe the identity of Clinton County should be in 10 to 15 years from now?

6. In your own words, what is one quality of Clinton County that should not be lost as the County grows and changes?

7. Overall, how would you rate the quality of life that Clinton County provides for you and your household?

8. Please select your age range?

9. Which of the following best describes your relationship to Clinton County