Michigan Public Policy Survey (MPPS)

Thinking about different types of land uses, which of the following, if any, have been a topic of discussion within your jurisdiction's government, including discussion at Board/Council meetings? (check all that apply) (Among jurisdictions that have any Master Plan)

Thinking about different types of land uses, which of the following, if any, have been a topic of discussion within your jurisdiction's government, including discussion at Board/Council meetings? (check all that apply) (Among jurisdictions that have any Master Plan)

Thinking about different types of land uses, which of the following, if any, have been a topic of discussion within your jurisdiction's government, including discussion at Board/Council meetings? (check all that apply) (Among jurisdictions that have any Master Plan)

Thinking about different types of land uses, which of the following, if any, have been a topic of discussion within your jurisdiction's government, including discussion at Board/Council meetings? (check all that apply) (Among jurisdictions that have any Master Plan)

Do you feel things in this country are generally going in the right direction, or do you feel things have gotten off on the wrong track?

Would you say lack of interest among local officials is a barrier to your jurisdiction developing specific energy policies? (Among jurisdictions which have not at least considered plans / policies regarding energy issues)

To what extent do you agree or disagree that having a Master Plan protects or enhances the value of individuals’ property investments? (Among jurisdictions that have any Master Plan)

To what extent do you agree or disagree that having a Master Plan aids the jurisdiction’s economic growth? (Among jurisdictions that have any Master Plan)

To what extent do you agree or disagree that having a Master Plan helps the jurisdiction to make wise decisions (e.g., infrastructure investments, land use allocations)? (Among jurisdictions that have any Master Plan)

Would you say lack of interest among residents is a barrier to your jurisdiction developing specific energy policies? (Among jurisdictions which have not at least considered plans / policies regarding energy issues)

In which of the following ways, if any, does your jurisdiction use that data on energy use in public and private buildings? (check all that apply) (Among jurisdictions that collect data about energy use in public or private buildings)

At this time, how confident overall are you that there will be an accurate 2020 Census count statewide in Michigan?

At this time, how confident overall are you that there will be an accurate 2020 Census count in your jurisdiction?

Would you say costs associated with developing energy policies are a barrier to your jurisdiction developing specific energy policies? (Among jurisdictions which have not at least considered plans / policies regarding energy issues)

As far as you know, does your jurisdiction currently collect data about energy use in private buildings in the jurisdiction?

To what extent does your jurisdiction’s Capital Improvements Plan/Program (CIP) prioritize projects based on whether they support the Master Plan for your jurisdiction? (Among jurisdictions that currently have a CIP)

Do you feel things in the state of Michigan are generally going in the right direction, or do you feel things have gotten off on the wrong track?

Does your jurisdiction currently have a formal Capital Improvements Plan/Program (CIP) for infrastructure, facilities, equipment, etc.?(Among jurisdictions that have any Master Plan)

How would you rate the way Gretchen Whitmer is performing her job as Michigan's governor?

As far as you know, does your jurisdiction currently collect data about energy use in public buildings in the jurisdiction?

How would you rate the way the Michigan Legislature is performing its job?

Does your jurisdiction have particular staff members or elected officials who regularly "champion" or advocate for updating the Master Plan?(Among jurisdictions that have any Master Plan)

What actions does your jurisdiction usually take to keep the zoning ordinance aligned with the Master Plan? (check all that apply) (Among jurisdictions that try to strictly adhere to the Master Plan when rezoning properties)

Which of the following, if any, are reasons why your jurisdiction may not strictly adhere to its Master Plan when making rezoning decisions? (check all that apply) (Among jurisdictions that generally follow the spirit of the Master Plan or rarely consider the Master Plan when rezoning properties)

Which of the following, if any, are reasons why your jurisdiction may not strictly adhere to its Master Plan when making rezoning decisions? (check all that apply) (Among jurisdictions that generally follow the spirit of the Master Plan or rarely consider the Master Plan when rezoning properties)

Even if your jurisdiction is not considering local energy policies at this time, how likely or unlikely is it that you will begin looking at energy issues within the next 12 months? (Among jurisdictions which have not at least considered plans / policies regarding energy issues)

Which of the following, if any, are reasons why your jurisdiction may not strictly adhere to its Master Plan when making rezoning decisions? (check all that apply) (Among jurisdictions that generally follow the spirit of the Master Plan or rarely consider the Master Plan when rezoning properties)

Would you say other priorities being more important at this time is a barrier to your jurisdiction developing specific energy policies? (Among jurisdictions which have not at least considered plans / policies regarding energy issues)

Would you say lack of expertise to develop energy policies is a barrier to your jurisdiction developing specific energy policies? (Among jurisdictions which have not at least considered plans / policies regarding energy issues)

Thinking about any important aspects of service provision (such as the range of different types of services offered, the amount and quality of those services, etc.), overall, how satisfied would you say you personally in your role as a local official are with your jurisdiction's current services?