Yes, I knew a commercial solar farm would have annual expenses and strict regulations, but I expected the estimated rate of return for a solar farm to be more than enough to cover the costs.5 votes 3.25%
Yes, I knew a commercial solar farm would have annual expenses and strict regulations, but I didn't know that the City wouldn't be able to use grant money from the federal or provincial governments.8 votes 5.19%
Yes, I assumed that if council voted for a MOUG solar farm, battery storage of the power generated by the farm would not cost as much as it's estimated to cost.1 vote 0.65%
Yes, I knew that inflation had driven up the estimated costs since the City's last report in 2021, but I assumed that the city wouldn't begin construction until inflation lowered so as to avoid the additional expense right now.8 votes 5.19%
No, I knew the solar farm, either the commercial or MOUG design, was an economically bad idea from the beginning.98 votes 63.64%
No, I knew the solar farm, either the commercial or MOUG design, was an economically bad idea from the beginning, but I do commend the City for trying and doing the background work they've done.34 votes 22.08%
The St. Albert Gazette poll is a sampling of public opinion intended solely to allow our readers to express themselves on issues of the day. Its findings may not be representative of the general population of St. Albert or other areas.
