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Highland survey responses fall to 734; roads and parks rank highest, library funding divides residents
Summary
City staff reported 734 responses to Highland's annual resident survey, a sharp decline from the prior year. Residents prioritized road maintenance and parks; responses on library funding split between tax increases and other funding options.
Highland City staff told the council that the city's annual resident survey drew 734 responses in 2025, down substantially from the previous year. Staff said the survey was available online and as a paper insert with utility bills; 60% of respondents used a digital method and 40% used paper.
Why it matters: The survey guides budget priorities and service decisions, including road funding, parks maintenance and potential library-tax options.
Aaron, a city staff member who presented the results, said the city mailed a paper insert to roughly 11,000 households and made the survey available online for the month of September.…
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