Ely Township Master Plan Survey (2025)

Your Voice Matters!

Ely Township has begun the process of creating a Master Plan for 2026-2046. A Master Plan illustrates the goals for development in the township and is the basis for regulating land use and identifying the needs of the citizenry for up to the next 20 years.
Citizen input is important to this process and will be incorporated into the Master Plan. Please complete the following questionnaire; your responses are anonymous and will be reported in group form only.

Please complete the following questionnaire; your responses are anonymous and will be reported in group form only.

Thank you!
1.I live in the area of:
2.I live in the Township:
3.What is your age?
4.Where is your place of employment located?
5.How important is it to you that the Township's population continues to be maintained or grow?
6.What strategy would you prefer for growth of businesses or commercial opportunities?
7.If new businesses were able to locate in the township, what kinds would you like to see?
8.Ely Township should seek to maintain its rural character and protect the area from development which may cause that character to significantly change.
9.Thinking about the overall housing stock available in the Township, to what degree to you agree or disagree with the following statements:
Strongly Agree
Agree
Neither Agree Nor Disagree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
There is an appropriate mix of housing options for residents
My home has the appropriate conditions to allow me to occupy it into old age
Most homes in the Township are modern and appear to be well maintained
Subdivisions of single-family homes may be an appropriate option for the township
Smaller duplexes or triplexes would be preferable over larger housing developments
Attractive multi-family apartments or condominiums would be appropriate for the Township
Accessory residential housing (mother-in-law cottages, tiny homes, garage apartments) would be useful and desirable
Residences used for short-term rentals offer additional economic opportunities that are appropriate for the community.
Short-term rentals should have appropriate regulations to protect the health, safety, and welfare of occupants and the community.
10.Thinking about infrastructure and land use, what are your priorities for the following?
Higher Priority
Lower Priority
Not a Priority
No Opinion
Regulating wind/solar/battery energy options with appropriate scales and conditions
Increasing the availability and participation in recycling, hazardous waste, and other waste [bulk, tires, electronics] collection programs
Protecting watersheds and wells from pollution and contamination
Responsible timber management, protecting the natural beauty and economic value of forested lands
Walking/bicycling trails connecting various areas or other communities
Ensuring appropriate staffing and equipment for the Fire Department
Upgrading the condition of roads throughout the township
Creating recreational facilities for all ages and abilities
Expanding availability of broadband internet
Protecting residents from blight, excessive noise, and other health and safety concerns
11.What do you love about living in Ely Township?
12.In one word, what is the biggest issue in the area you live in or the Township as a whole?
13.What issue(s) do you think have the greatest impact on the Township and its residents? [check all that apply]
14.What would be your priority for updated zoning regulations in the Township?
15.What is your vision for Ely Township in 20 years? What would you like to see preserved or changed?
Ely Township is considering the development of a new public recreation area on Township-owned 40-acre property at the corners of North Greenwood Lake Drive and Wawonowin Club Drive (just northwest of the American Legion). We have been working with students in NMU’s Outdoor Recreation Program to explore possibilities for recreation opportunities at this site, and we need your input!
16.Would you be interested in a new recreation area at this location?
17.Please rate your interest in each of these 3 options for the new recreation area (1 being least interested, 5 being most interested):
1. Least Interested
2.
3.
4.
5. Most Interested
A Trail System
A Pavilion
A Disc Golf Course
18.Is there anything else you would like to add that was not addresses by the questions? If you would also like to expand on any of your previous responses, please do so here.
Thank You!

Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. Your input is valuable and will help shape the Ely Township Master Plan for 2026-2046.

For questions or additional information, please contact Jessica Walter at jwalter@cuppad.org.