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Munising Township Master Plan Citizen Survey

Your voice matters!

Munising Township has begun the process of updating the Master Plan for the Township.

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. Thank you!
1.My zip code is:
2.I live in:
3.In a typical year, how much time do you spend in Munising Township?
4.What is your age?
5.Where is your place of employment located?
6.How important is it to you that the Township's population continues to be maintained or grow?
7.What strategy would you prefer for growth of businesses or commercial opportunities?
8.If new businesses were able to locate in the township, what kinds would you like to see?
9.Munising Township should seek to maintain its rural character and protect the area from development which may cause that character to significantly change.
10.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.
11.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 the availability of high speed internet
Developing a municipal public water system
Protecting residents from blight, excessive noise, and other health and safety concerns
12.Solar energy can be used in different ways. Please indicate your support for the following types of solar installations in Munising Township (check all that apply):
13.What do you love about living in Munising Township?
14.What issue(s) do you think have the greatest impact on the Township and its residents? [check all that apply]
15.What would be your priority for updated zoning regulations in the Township?
16.What is your vision for Munising Township in 20 years? What would you like to see preserved or changed?