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Galesville - Community Questionnaire

Purpose of the Questionnaire

The purpose of this questionnaire is to help staff in the Office of Planning and Zoning (OPZ) gather direct input from residents, business owners, and visitors to help shape the future of the Galesville Village Center. As one of Anne Arundel County’s most significant historic waterfront communities, Galesville faces unique challenges in balancing its maritime heritage with modern needs. Your feedback will provide the foundation for a community-driven roadmap focused on improving waterfront connectivity, supporting the local economy, managing seasonal traffic and parking, and exploring sustainable housing options. By participating, you are helping to ensure that Galesville remains a vibrant, walkable, and historically intact village for generations to come.

This questionnaire closes at 11:59 p.m. on September 30, 2026. Limit to one submission per person.

While none of the questions are required, your unique perspective is incredibly valuable and will directly help shape the future of Galesville.
1.Please provide your email below if you would like to receive email updates from the OPZ about the Galesville Sector Planning process.
2.Please provide your residential zip code
Background, Community Character, Vision
3.How long have you been a part of Galesville?
4.What is your connection to Galesville? (Please select all that apply)
5.Which of the following best describes your current life stage or status? (Select all that apply)(Required.)
6.What are the three things you value most about Galesville’s village character? (Select up to 3)
7.When traveling to destinations WITHIN Galesville (e.g., moving between a restaurant, park, home, or marina), how do you typically get around? (Select all that apply)
Waterfront Connectivity
8.How often do you access the waterfront within the village?
9.What barriers, if any, prevent you from fully enjoying Galesville's waterfront? (Select all that apply)
10.Over the past few years, have high tides, coastal flooding, or storm surges impacted your ability to travel or do business in Galesville?
Economy & Redevelopment
11.Which of the following amenities or small businesses do you feel are missing or needed in Galesville? (Select all that apply)
12.How supportive are you of the adaptive reuse / revitalization of empty or underutilized local properties, provided they match Galesville's historic scale and character?
Infrastructure & Event Management
13.Are there significant gaps in the current sidewalk and pedestrian network? If so, which ones are most important to you?(Required.)
14.During high-traffic events, what is your primary concern regarding parking and traffic? (Select your top two)
15.Would you support the creation of a shared parking lot to reduce on-street congestion in residential areas?
Housing
16.Considering the current infrastructure constraints (public water, roads), what types of housing options do you think would best fit the village character to accommodate young families, down-sizing retirees, or local workers? (Select all that apply)
17.Is there anything else the Planning Team should consider as we develop the Galesville Sector Plan? Please note, we will continue to have public outreach and provide updates throughout the process. You will have additional opportunities to be involved in the planning process!