BOMA Calgary

Consistency in Election Concerns

The survey results are pouring in and the mood is becoming increasingly clear.  Since the 2007 election, 35% of respondents are of the view that quality of life in Calgary has diminished, while 29% think there has been some improvement and 27% see no change.  What’s even more concerning 54% think the business climate has become worse and just 4% think it has improved.

In terms of financial management and spending priorities of City Council, an alarming 75% believe Calgary is worse off than in 2007 and 6% think things have improved.

What are survey respondents looking for by way of the single most important competency in Calgary’s next mayor?  The early results are clear (there were 9 choices of competencies): 31% said solid financial management skills, 25% said clear vision, plan and priorities, 14% said high-level, strategic thinking and 10% said transparency and accountability in decision making.

The survey is still open and there is time to submit your opinions.  Click here to take the survey.