2024 Sierra Canyon Community Survey
The Sierra Canyon Board of Directors is conducting a community survey as part of its long-range planning process. This is an important opportunity for you to express your thoughts and opinions on a variety of subjects that affect your quality of life at Sierra Canyon and the financial health of our Association. The 2024 Community Survey consists of 30 questions organized around five sections (demographics, your use of Sierra Canyon’s community amenities, your views about the Board of Directors and Sierra Canyon Management, financial management, and your participation in our community). Some of the questions allow you to make written comments. On average, it will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete the survey. We invite every resident to complete the survey. The survey will close at midnight on February 29, 2024. Please complete your survey by then. Thank you for your participation!
The Sierra Canyon Board of Directors is conducting a community survey as part of its long-range planning process. This is an important opportunity for you to express your thoughts and opinions on a variety of subjects that affect your quality of life at Sierra Canyon and the financial health of our Association. The 2024 Community Survey consists of 30 questions organized around five sections (demographics, your use of Sierra Canyon’s community amenities, your views about the Board of Directors and Sierra Canyon Management, financial management, and your participation in our community). Some of the questions allow you to make written comments. On average, it will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete the survey. We invite every resident to complete the survey. The survey will close at midnight on February 29, 2024. Please complete your survey by then. Thank you for your participation!
1. Are you submitting this survey by means of:
Email
Postal mail
2. Do you own or rent your home?
Own
Rent
I no longer live in Sierra Canyon
Since you no longer live in Sierra Canyon, you do not need to complete this survey. Please contact the lodge at (775) 624-2900 to let them know you have moved and they will take you off our list of contacts. We hope you are enjoying your new residence.
Thank you!
Since you no longer live in Sierra Canyon, you do not need to complete this survey. Please contact the lodge at (775) 624-2900 to let them know you have moved and they will take you off our list of contacts. We hope you are enjoying your new residence.
Thank you!
3. In which Village do you live?
4. During a typical year, for how many months do you reside in Sierra Canyon?
Less than 3 months per year
3-6 months per year
7-9 months per year
10-12 months per year
5. How many individuals live at this address?
1
2
3
4
More than 4
6. How long have you lived in Sierra Canyon?
Less than 3 years
3-6 years
7-9 years
10 or more years
7. How would you rate your general experience living here in Sierra Canyon?
Very Satisfied
Somewhat Satisfied
Neutral
Somewhat Dissatisfied
Very Dissatisfied
8. What safety concerns (if any) do you have living in Sierra Canyon? Check all that apply.
I don't have any safety concerns here in Sierra Canyon
Traffic/speeding vehicles
Unleashed dogs
Crime
Fire
Bullying/Harassment/Threats
Other
Please Specify:
9. What method do you prefer for receiving communications about Sierra Canyon's events, activities, and news? Choose all that apply.
Email
Website posting
US Postal mail
Social media (i.e. Facebook)
Sierra Canyon General Discussion Forum
Sierra Canyon Helpful Tips
Section 2: Your Use of Sierra Canyon's Community Amenities
Section 2: Your Use of Sierra Canyon's Community Amenities
10. How satisfied are you with Somersett's maintenance and upkeep of trails and footpaths?
Very Satisfied
Somewhat Satisfied
Neutral
Somewhat Dissatisfied
Very Dissatisfied
Have not use the trails and footpaths
11. During the past year, how frequently have you made use of the amenities of Aspen Lodge?
Daily
1-3 times per week
4-6 times per week
Rarely (once or twice a month)
Have not used the amenities at Aspen Lodge
12. What additional recreational, social, and/or educational events and activities would you like to see offered at Aspen Lodge? Check all that apply.
Adult enrichment/education classes (e.g. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute)
Bocce ball (lawn bowling)
Boxed game night
Bus day trips
Concerts, theater events
Outdoor volleyball
Movie and popcorn night events
Shuffleboard
Special interest talks and presentations
None of these
Other
Please Specify:
Reminder: If you are completing this survey on a cell phone, please rotate your device to landscape mode (sideways) to be able to see all the choices for some of the next questions.
Reminder: If you are completing this survey on a cell phone, please rotate your device to landscape mode (sideways) to be able to see all the choices for some of the next questions.
13. How satisfied are you with the interactions you have had with the following lodge and management staff?
Very Satisfied | Somewhat Satisfied | Neutral | Somewhat Dissatisfied | Very Dissatisfied | Had no contact | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A. Lodge Attendants | ||||||
B. Fitness Coordinators | ||||||
C. Management Staff | ||||||
D. Maintenance Staff |
14. How satisfied are you with the responsiveness of lodge and management staff?
Very Satisfied | Somewhat Satisfied | Neutral | Somewhat Dissatisfied | Very Dissatisfied | Had no contact | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A. Lodge Attendants | ||||||
B. Fitness Coordinators | ||||||
C. Management Staff | ||||||
D. Maintenance Staff |
15. How can we create a more welcoming and hospitable environment at the Lodge and in the community?
16. If budget funds are available, which facility improvements would you like to see implemented at Aspen Lodge? Check all that apply.
Solar panels on lodge roof
Vestibule for front of lodge
Squaring off the tennis court fence corners
Upgrade the fire pits with electronic remote starters
Pergola over picnic table in Village 15
Other
Please Specify:
Section 3: The Sierra Canyon Board of Directors and Sierra Canyon Management
Section 3: The Sierra Canyon Board of Directors and Sierra Canyon Management
17. Have you used the Sierra Canyon website to review our governing documents (e.g. Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions [CC&Rs], Policies, Rules, and Guidelines [PRGs], and/or by-laws?
Yes
No
18. Which one or more of the following events have you attended (or viewed) to learn more about the Sierra Canyon Board of Directors and its activities?
Fireside/Patio Chats with Board Members
Board meetings
Review Board Agenda, Packet, Minutes
Educational events such as Budget or Fire Fuel Reduction Workshops
Committee meetings
None of these
19. Considering the 2022-2023 Board of Directors, how satisfied have you been with the:
Very Satisfied | Somewhat Satisfied | Neutral | Somewhat Dissatisfied | Very Dissatisfied | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A. Board's management of finance | |||||
B. Transparency of the Board's activities, processes, and decision-making | |||||
C. Responsiveness of Board members to questions or concerns that you have expressed | |||||
D. Amount of information you receive about Board decision-making |
20. Are you aware that the Board had a Long Range Planning Panel?
Yes
No
21. Have you read or are you familiar with the Long Range Planning Panel's recommendations and objectives (found on the Sierra Canyon website)?
Yes
No
22. The following list includes the five objectives the Long Range Planning Panel has established for future Sierra Canyon Board actions. Please rate each objective in terms of its importance to you as a Sierra Canyon Resident.
Very Important | Somewhat Important | Not Important | |
|---|---|---|---|
A. Ongoing transparent communication resulting in increased knowledge and engagement | |||
B. Increase activities to enhance social, mental, and physical well-being. | |||
C. Maximize usage and consider additional facilities and amenities to enhance social, mental, and physical well-being in Sierra Canyon and make it a more attractive, happier, healthier, and satisfying place to live. | |||
D. Board development and education for the purpose of communicating and implementing aspects of the Strategic Plan. | |||
E. Develop a financial strategy for the next five years (2024-2029) to maintain and improve our community. |
23. Have you participated in (either attended or viewed) a budget meeting?
Yes
No
24. How informed do you believe you are about:
Very Informed | Somewhat Informed | Neutral | Somewhat Uninformed | Very Uninformed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A. The Sierra Canyon budget process | |||||
B. Sierra Canyon expenses | |||||
C. The Sierra Canyon reserve fund | |||||
D. The overall financial health of the Sierra Canyon Association |
25. Given Sierra Canyon's aging physical infrastructure, how satisfied are you with the current expenditure of funds on behalf of Sierra Canyon?
Very Satisfied
Somewhat Satisfied
Neutral
Somewhat Dissatisfied
Very Dissatisfied
26. Do you believe that current Sierra Canyon dues are in line with the services and amenities Sierra Canyon provides to you?
Current dues are in line with the Sierra Canyon services and amenities
Current dues are too high
Current dues are too low
Not sure
Section 5: Your Participation in the Sierra Canyon Community
Section 5: Your Participation in the Sierra Canyon Community
27. Would you be willing to serve as a member of the Sierra Canyon Board of Directors (term is two years)?
Already involved
Yes - interested in getting involved
No
Not sure
If you would be interested in serving as a member of the Sierra Canyon Board of Directors, please give your name and contact information and someone will contact you.
28. The following is a list of current Board of Directors' Committees, Panels, and Volunteer Groups. Would you be willing to participate on a Committee, Panel, or Volunteer Group?
Already participating | Interested | Not Interested | Not Sure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Architectural Review | ||||
Budget and Finance | ||||
Website/Technology | ||||
Financial Advisory | ||||
Long Range Planning | ||||
Irrigation and Landscaping | ||||
Ad Hoc Election |
29. If you are interested or are not sure about any of these groups and would like information, please provide contact information (name, email address, or telephone number) in the text box below. Include the name of the committee or group.
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