YATES TOWNSHIP MASTER PLAN LAND USE SURVEY
FOCUS on the “WHAT” not the “Where”
May 2023
In an effort to better understand the issues most important to the citizens of Yates Township and to assist in the Master Plan amendment, the Yates Township Planning Commission requests that you complete this short questionnaire. We will tabulate the responses and integrate your concerns into the Master planning process. Your participation is important and should only take a few minutes. Thank you!
What kinds of new private development would you most like to see in Yates Township
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Small businesses that serve the needs of residents
Small businesses that serve the needs of visitors.
Grocery stores and/or shopping centers.
Health care providers.
Entertainment (i.e. restaurants, recreation, theaters, nightlife.)
Multi-family residences (i.e. apartments, condominiums, senior housing.)
Workforce housing (i.e. affordable to teachers, firemen, retail employees, etc.)
Educational opportunities (professional development classes, college/university satellite campuses, entrepreneurial opportunities, etc.)
None
Other
INSTRUCTIONS: Please complete the questionnaire. The purpose of this questionnaire is to ask “What does Yates Township need”. This is not asking where should it be. We will not use the “where” responses as that is for another survey. Alternatively, a hard copy survey is available at Yates Township Office 6347 S. Nelson Road, Idlewild Michigan (M-TH 10am-2pm).
What kinds of things would you like to see in terms of leisure activities?
What kinds of things would you like to see in terms of camping (private, RV camps, camp grounds, etc…?)
What do you consider to be the most important issues related to the Township’s environment and natural resources? [Check no more than THREE]
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Maintaining a pristine beach
Reducing pet waste
Land conservation
Improving public access to environmental resources
Stormwater management for developed or redeveloping properties
Other
What kinds of things would you like to see in terms of natural resource usage (lakes, the Manistee national forest, fish and game, etc…?)
What do you consider to be most important in creating recreational opportunities? [Check no more than FOUR]
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Constructing sidewalks and on-road bike lanes
Constructing off-road pedestrian and cycling greenways
Expanding park activities and programs
Establishing a community center
Establishing more seasonal events
Creating more public sculptures and monuments
Developing new locations for outdoor events
Developing new locations for indoor events
Other
What kinds of things would you like to see in terms of recreation in Yates Township?
What kinds of things would you like to see in terms of housing?
What kinds of things would you like to see in terms of the historical cultural celebration, information, and or identification?
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement? “I would be more physically and socially active if I had better access to recreational and cultural opportunities and facilities.”[Check ONE]
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Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement? “Our community is prepared for its aging population.”[Check ONE]
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Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement? “Our community is prepared for its youth population.”[Check ONE]
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Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
What factors do you consider to be most important to better serve the aging population? [Check no more than FOUR]
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More senior housing
Transportation for seniors (public transportation, sidewalks, greenways)
Lifeguards and other additional emergency personnel
Access to healthcare facilities
More recreational activities and programs
More senior housing
More recreational facilities
Better coordination among public agencies and non-profits
Other
Which statements describe your relationship to Yates Township? [Check ALL that apply]
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I own property here.
I live in the Acreage
I live on the Canamara Lake
I live in Idlewild.
I own a business here.
I vacation here.
I rent a residence here.
I work here.
I live somewhere else in the Township.
If you live in Yates Township, for how many years have you lived here?
If you would like to receive public information releases from Township officials, in what ways would you prefer to be contacted? [Check ALL that apply]
The township website (www.yatestownship.com)
Email newsletter (provide email below)
Mailed newsletter (provide preferred US postal address)
Telephone call (provide preferred phone number below)
Social media
Public bulletin board
Name
First Name
Last Name
Preferred Email
example@example.com
Preferred Mailing Address
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Preferred Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
SUBMIT
Would you liked to receive text messages to the number above
Yes, my phone can receive texts and I would like to them.
No, please don't text me.
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