2026 Budget Survey

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2026 Budget Survey

As your City Councillor, my priority is ensuring municipal budget decisions reflect the needs and values of our community. Edmonton’s budget shapes the everyday services we rely on—from road maintenance and public transit to parks, public safety, and neighbourhood infrastructure.

Please take 3–5 minutes to share your priorities, feedback, and ideas. Your input directly informs my advocacy and voting during upcoming budget discussions.

Note that this survey is anonymous. If you’d like to discuss these topics further or have a specific inquiry, please feel free to reach out directly at karen.principe@edmonton.ca. Thank you for sharing your feedback!

Which neighbourhood do you live in? *

Do you own or rent your current residence? *

Homeowner

Tenant / Renter

Commercial Business Owner / Operator

Reflecting on recent annual property tax increases, which approach best aligns with your priorities for the upcoming 2027–2030 Budget?

Focus strictly on core municipal services (roads, snow removal, emergency services) to keep property tax increases as low as possible

Accept modest property tax increases if funding is directly tied to infrastructure and safety improvements

Reduce or eliminate non-essential municipal programs to achieve a property tax freeze or reduction

Undecided / Need more information

In your view, which municipal spending area should the City of Edmonton prioritize for cost reductions or efficiency savings? (Select up to 3)

Expanded bike lane network expansions

Municipal climate change strategy initiatives

Public art allocations in capital projects

Corporate administration and consulting contracts

Non-statutory boards and advisory committees

Other:

The City of Edmonton currently subsidizes infrastructure development and the District Energy Utility at Blatchford. To align future city budgets, which direction should City Council take regarding municipal investment in Blatchford?

Continue funding the project as planned to prioritize long-term environmental and net-zero goals

Pause or scale back city-funded utility infrastructure until private land sales cover development costs

Sell remaining parcels directly to private developers to speed up construction and recover taxpayer dollars sooner

Fully re-evaluate the Blatchford model to reduce property tax pressure on residents outside the core

Edmonton’s updated Zoning Bylaw and District Plans allow for increased housing density (infill) in established neighborhoods. How do you feel infill is impacting your immediate community in Ward tastawiyiniwak?

Positively – It brings vibrancy and more diverse housing options to the area

Neutral – I haven't noticed significant impacts in my neighborhood

Negatively – It is causing parking shortages, utility strain, or loss of mature tree canopy

Very Negatively – Infrastructure cannot keep up with current redevelopment speed

What aspect of residential infill requires the most urgent regulatory oversight or city improvement? *

On-street parking management and driveways

Site drainage, lot grading, and utility capacity

Construction noise, debris, and site safety management

Tree preservation and greenspace standards

Height and design compatibility with existing homes

How would you rate the current standard of road maintenance and winter snow clearing on residential streets in your area?

Poor

Excellent

When allocating capital funds for transportation infrastructure in North Edmonton, where should the City direct its investments? (Rank in order of priority 1–4) *

Pothole repair, road repaving, and arterial corridor maintenance

Neighborhood snow and ice clearing frequency

Public transit safety, cleanliness, and route reliability

Dedicated active transportation routes (bike lanes and multi-use paths)

Community safety continues to be a top concern across Edmonton. What city-level safety measures would you support funding in the next budget cycle? (Select all that apply) *

Increasing the presence of Edmonton Police Service officers in transit and commercial hubs

Expanding Transit Peace Officer coverage on ETS buses and LRT transit centers

Investing in community outreach, mental health, and social support response teams

Improving lighting, security cameras, and infrastructure at transit stops and other hubs

None of the above / Reallocate existing budgets

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Which local facility or park amenities in Ward tastawiyiniwak should receive capital maintenance priority over the next 4 years? *

Local parks, playgrounds, and sports fields

Community recreation centers and arenas

Sidewalk repair and walkability connections

Traffic calming measures near schools and playground zones

What is the single most important issue facing Ward tastawiyiniwak that Councillor Principe should advocate for during the 2027–2030 Budget debates?

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