Thank you for taking the time to provide your thoughts regarding an update to the Eaton County Master Plan. Responses to this survey are completely anonymous. Survey responses, including comments will be shared at public meetings of the Eaton County Planning Commission and County Board of Commissioners. 

If you have any questions about this survey, or about the Master Plan update in general, please contact the Eaton County Community Development Department at (517) 543-3689.

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* 1. How long have you lived, worked, or owned a business in or near Eaton County?

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* 2. What is your connection to Eaton County? (Select all that apply).

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* 3. What is your age?

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* 4. Do you rent or own your home or property in Eaton County?

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* 5. If you have a business in Eaton County, how long have you been in business?

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* 6. How would you classify the area that you live or frequent in the county?

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* 7. How would you rate the overall quality of life in Eaton County?

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* 8. Which aspects of Eaton County do you value the most? (Please select only two). 

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* 9. How would you rank the importance of preserving the following physical assets in the county? (1 being most important, and 5 being least important).

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* 10. Do you believe Eaton County should further invest in the protection of prime agricultural lands?

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* 11. Are there specific types of businesses or economic activities you would like to see more of in Eaton County? 

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* 12. Please respond to the following statements by marking one box for each row below.

  Strongly Agree  Somewhat Agree Neutral  Somewhat Disagree Strongly Disagree
Overall, the economy in Eaton County is headed in a positive direction. 
Most businesses in Eaton County can find reliable employees in a reasonable amount of time. 
Most people that live in Eaton County can find jobs that pay them a reasonable wage. 
Most people in Eaton County do not have to commute far to find a good job. 
There are strong opportunities for entrepreneurs and small businesses to meet the community's needs. 
Eaton County has enough retail, restaurants, and service businesses to meet the community's needs. 
Eaton County has enough industrial businesses and large employers to meet the community's needs. 

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* 13. Please respond to the following statements by marking one box for each row. 

  Strongly Agree  Somewhat Agree Neutral  Somewhat Disagree Strongly Disagree
Most Eaton County residents don't have a problem getting to work, school, the grocery store, or medical appointments. 
Walking and biking is safe in most of Eaton County. 
Sidewalks are available where people need them. 
There is an adequate supply of walking, biking, and offroad vehicle trails in Eaton County. 
Traffic congestion is not an issue in Eaton County. 
Roads and other transportation infrastructure in Eaton County are well-maintained. 

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* 14. Please respond to the following statements by marking one box for each row.

  Strongly Agree  Somewhat Agree Neutral  Somewhat Disagree Strongly Disagree
Most people and families can find safe, affordable housing that meets their needs in Eaton County. 
Houses in Eaton County are well-maintained and homeowners are reinvesting in their homes. 
Houses in Eaton County are well-maintained and rental property owners are reinvesting in their properties. 
Eaton County has an appropriate mix of housing options (single-family, apartments, senior housing). 
The cost to purchase a home in Eaton County is reasonable. 
The cost to rent a home or apartment in Eaton County is reasonable. 

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* 15. Do you believe Eaton County should invest in affordable housing?

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* 16. Please rate your level of access to the following items by marking one box for each row below. 

  Easily Accessible  Somewhat Accessible  Not Accessible Not Sure 
Public Water
Public Sanitary Sewer
High Speed Internet
Cellular Service
Parks and Natural Areas
Recreational Activities

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* 17. Would you like to see improved access to high-speed internet and cellular service in the county?

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* 18. Would you like to see more land in the county utilized for solar energy systems?

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* 19. Would you like to see more land in the county utilized for wind energy systems?

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* 20. Please provide any other comment you would like to see addressed in the Eaton County Master Plan update. 

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* 21. If you would like to be a part of future activities by the Eaton County Community Development Department, please provide your name and email.

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