More than 300 local residents recently took the time to share their thoughts on recreation needs in Perquimans County through a community survey. The strong response shows just how much people care about having good recreational opportunities close to home. The survey aimed to gather input from residents about what kinds of recreational facilities and programs they'd like to see in the area. With so many people participating, county officials now have a solid foundation of community feedback to work with as they consider future recreation planning. This kind of community engagement is exactly what local leaders need when making decisions about how to spend recreation dollars and what projects to prioritize. The high participation rate suggests residents are ready to get involved in shaping their community's recreational future. County officials will likely spend the coming weeks analyzing all the responses to identify common themes and priorities. Once they've digested all the feedback, residents can expect to hear more about next steps and how their input will influence upcoming recreation decisions.