Survey reveals 69% satisfaction among residents in Klaksvík, Føroyar

In a large municipal survey conducted by Kringvarpið, 69% of the 217 respondents in Klaksvík expressed satisfaction with living in the municipality, compared to 75% in the rest of the country. Residents interviewed on the streets indicate they are generally content with life in the town.

The survey highlights that people in Klaksvík feel the conditions for vessels and boats are good; however, concerns were raised regarding traffic safety on local roads and the state of pedestrian pathways.

Eighty-one percent of respondents believe that opportunities for sports and physical activities in Klaksvík are good, slightly above the national average. Nevertheless, many feel that local administration costs are too high and that sports clubs, particularly KÍ, receive substantial financial support from the municipality.

The survey underscores that roads and pedestrian paths are top priorities for residents, who also advocate for improved conditions for the elderly. The public calls for better financial management, free sports cards for children, and enhanced support for gymnastics programs.

Klaksvík’s municipal income for the previous year was 344.5 million Danish kroner, with operational expenses totaling 272.5 million kroner and investments amounting to 55.6 million kroner. The municipality’s debt was reported at 358.5 million kroner at the end of 2023, a figure that has since increased to 450 million kroner, comparable to that of Tórshavn.

Eighty-eight-year-old Suni Bjartalíð, a long-time resident, expresses nostalgia for a community center for seniors and criticizes the political landscape in Klaksvík, which he feels is dominated by the People’s Party. He has no plans to vote in the upcoming municipal elections, citing difficulty understanding the local political dynamics.