Michigan Public Policy Survey (MPPS)

While many of these challenges may be significant, we’re interested in the ones you believe are most critical. Looking at the factors that you indicated were challenges to recycling efforts in your jurisdiction, please rank up to three in order of their significance. (among jurisdictions that report any recycling services are available in the jurisdiction) b. Second most significant challenge

While many of these challenges may be significant, we’re interested in the ones you believe are most critical. Looking at the factors that you indicated were challenges to recycling efforts in your jurisdiction, please rank up to three in order of their significance. (among jurisdictions that report any recycling services are available in the jurisdiction) c. Third most significant challenge

As far as you know, which of the following factors, if any, are challenges for recycling within your jurisdiction? (check all that apply) (among jurisdictions that report any recycling services are available in the jurisdiction)

In terms of trade-offs between costs and benefits of your recycling services, do you think the majority of your jurisdiction’s residents would be more likely to choose higher taxes or fees for more (or improved) services, or would they choose lower taxes or fees and have fewer (or no) recycling services? (among jurisdictions that report any recycling services are available in the jurisdiction)

In terms of trade-offs between costs and benefits of your recycling services, do you think the majority of businesses in your jurisdiction would be more likely to choose higher taxes or fees for more (or improved) services, or would they choose lower taxes or fees and have fewer (or no) recycling services? (among jurisdictions that report any recycling services are available in the jurisdiction)

In terms of trade-offs between costs and benefits of your recycling services, do you think the majority of your jurisdiction’s Board or Council would be more likely to choose higher taxes or fees for more (or improved) services, or would they choose lower taxes or fees and have fewer (or no) recycling services? (among jurisdictions that report any recycling services are available in the jurisdiction)

In terms of trade-offs between costs and benefits of your recycling services, do you think you personally as a local official would be more likely to choose higher taxes or fees for more (or improved) services, or would they choose lower taxes or fees and have fewer (or no) recycling services? (among jurisdictions that report any recycling services are available in the jurisdiction)

In your opinion, how would you rate the performance of the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission on drawing districts that reflect local county, city, village, or township boundary lines in 2020-21?

Overall, to what extent would you say you are confident that your County will certify the election results accurately?

How confident would you say the majority of your residents are in the accuracy of your elections?

How much attention would you say you paid to the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission's work in redrawing the state's electoral maps in 2020-21?

In your opinion, how would you rate the performance of the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission on transparency in 2020-21?

In your opinion, how would you rate the performance of the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission on public engagement opportunities (e.g., online public portal, public hearings, etc.) in 2020-21?

In your opinion, how would you rate the performance of the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission on valuing public input in 2020-21?

In your opinion, how would you rate the performance of the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission on ensuring no political party received an unfair advantage in 2020-21?

In your opinion, how would you rate the performance of the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission on drawing districts that protect Communities of Interest (e.g., groups that share cultural, economic, historic bonds, etc.) in 2020-21?

Overall, to what extent would you say you are confident in the ability of other jurisdictions in Michigan to administer an accurate election?

In your opinion, how would you rate the performance of the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission on drawing compact districts in 2020-21?

In your opinion, how would you rate the performance of the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission on drawing districts that do not favor or disfavor any particular incumbent or candidate in 2020-21?

In your opinion, how would you rate the performance of the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission on following Voting Rights Act protections for minority voters in 2020-21?

Thinking about the entire process the Michigan Independent Citizens’ Redistricting Commission followed throughout redistricting — such as gathering public input, debate among commission members, taking legal and other advice from its consultants, etc. — how satisfied or dissatisfied are you with its process, overall?

How satisfied or dissatisfied are you with the final maps adopted by the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission for U.S. Congressional districts?

How satisfied or dissatisfied are you with the final maps adopted by the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission for State Senate districts?

How satisfied or dissatisfied are you with the final maps adopted by the Michigan Independent Citizens' Redistricting Commission for State House districts?

In your opinion, how important do you think creating reasonably compact districts should be for creating electoral district maps?

Thinking specifically about election security for the upcoming November 2022 general election, how confident are you that your jurisdiction's voting machines, voter rolls, and/or final tallies will not be compromised (i.e., tampered with or hacked)?

Thinking specifically about election security for the upcoming November 2022 general election, how confident are you that your jurisdiction's voting machines, voter rolls, and/or final tallies will not be compromised (i.e., tampered with or hacked)?

Which of the following types of projects or priorities, if any, is your jurisdiction currently planning to support with American Rescue Plan Act funds? (check all that apply) (among jurisdictions that are not completely unfamiliar with the American Rescue Plan Act)
a. Water and sewer infrastructure

Which of the following types of projects or priorities, if any, is your jurisdiction currently planning to support with American Rescue Plan Act funds? (check all that apply) (among jurisdictions that are not completely unfamiliar with the American Rescue Plan Act)
b. Other capital improvements (e.g., public buildings, parks, etc.).

Which of the following types of projects or priorities, if any, is your jurisdiction currently planning to support with American Rescue Plan Act funds? (check all that apply) (among jurisdictions that are not completely unfamiliar with the American Rescue Plan Act)
c. Public safety