2025 Community Survey

One survey per person please

As we work towards creating a comprehensive plan for our village, your input is invaluable. This plan will guide future development, enhance community services, and ensure that our village remains a vibrant and desirable place to live. By sharing your thoughts and ideas, in this survey, you will help shape the vision for our community’s growth and prosperity. Your participation will ensure that the needs and aspirations of all residents are considered, making this plan truly reflective of what matters most to us as a community.

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SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION

1. 1 What is your residency status in Sunrise Beach? *

• Full Time Resident
• Non-Resident Property Owner

1.2 Which Age Group Do you belong to? *

• 18-30
• 31-50
• 51-61
• 62 or Older

1.3 How many people are in your household? *

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4 or more

1.4 What is your current employement status *

• Full-time employed
• Part-time employed
• Retired
• Other

Is you the

1.5 How long have you been a Sunrise Beach Resident *

• Less than a year
• 1-5 years
• 6-10 years
• More than 10 years

1.6 What is your primary reason for choosing Sunrise Beach? *

• Natural Beauty
• Community atmosphere
• Recreational activites
• Property value
• Family Ties
• Other

If Other (please specify) *

1.7 How often do you participate in community events? *

• Frequently
• Rarely
• Never

If Rarely or Never Please share why? *

1.8 What improvements would you like to see in Sunrise Beach? (Select all that apply) *

• Better Infrastructure
• More community events
• Improved public services
• Enhanced recreational facilities
• Environmental conservation efforts
• Other (please specify)

If Other Please Specify *

1.9 How likely are you to recommend Sunrise Beach as a place to live or visit? *

Rate 1 out of 5Rate 2 out of 5Rate 3 out of 5Rate 4 out of 5Rate 5 out of 5

1 star being the least recommended and 5 stars being the highest recommended.

Why or why not? *

1.10 Is there anything else you'd like to share or recommend about your experience in Sunrise Beach? (please specify)

Section 2 SERVICES

How satisfied are you with the following services in Sunrise Beach? (Rate on a scale of 1 star as Very Dissatisfied and 5 stars as very satisfied.

2.1.a Police Services *

Rate 1 out of 5Rate 2 out of 5Rate 3 out of 5Rate 4 out of 5Rate 5 out of 5

2.1.b Fire Department *

Rate 1 out of 5Rate 2 out of 5Rate 3 out of 5Rate 4 out of 5Rate 5 out of 5

2.1.c Trash Collection *

Rate 1 out of 5Rate 2 out of 5Rate 3 out of 5Rate 4 out of 5Rate 5 out of 5

2.1.d Internet Service *

Rate 1 out of 5Rate 2 out of 5Rate 3 out of 5Rate 4 out of 5Rate 5 out of 5

2.1.e Road Maintenance *

Rate 1 out of 5Rate 2 out of 5Rate 3 out of 5Rate 4 out of 5Rate 5 out of 5

2.1.f Parks Facilities and Maintenance *

Rate 1 out of 5Rate 2 out of 5Rate 3 out of 5Rate 4 out of 5Rate 5 out of 5

2.1.g Water Quality & Services *

Rate 1 out of 5Rate 2 out of 5Rate 3 out of 5Rate 4 out of 5Rate 5 out of 5

2.2 How often do you experience issues with internet connectivity? *

• Daily
• Weekly
• Monthly
• Rarely
• Never

2.3 Are you satisfied with the frequency of trash collection? *

• Yes
• No

Comments

2.4 How would you rate the overall condition of roads in Sunrise Beach *

• Good
• Fair
• Poor

Comments

2.5 How often do you visit Sunrise Beach Parks? *

• Daily
• Weekly
• Monthly
• Rarely
• Never

Comments

2.6 Which of the following services do you think needs the most improvement (Select up to Three) *

• Police Services
• Fire Department Services
• Trash Collection Services
• Internet/Cable Services
• Road maintenance on existing streets
• Water Services

Comments

2.7 How Safe do you feel in Sunrise Beach? *

• Safe
• Neutral
• Unsafe

Comments

2.8 Are you aware of the community's emergency preparedness plans? *

• Yes, I’m well-informed
• I have some knowledge
• No, I’m not aware

Comments

2.9 How would you rate the cleanliness of public areas in Sunrise Beach? *

• Good
• Average
• Poor

Comments

2.10 Do you think the current water conservation measures are effective? *

• Yes
• No
• Somewhat
• I’m not aware of any measures

Comments

Section 3 ZONING & COMPLIANCE

3.1 How familiar are you with the local zoning regulations and city ordinances in Sunrise Beach? *

• Very familiar
• Somewhat familiar
• Not at all familiar

Comments

3.2 If you are familiar with the zoning regulations and city ordinances, how satisfied are you with them? *

• Very satisfied
• Neutral
• Very dissatisfied

Comments

3.3 How would you rate the enforcement of building codes, regulations, and city ordinances? *

• Good
• Fair
• Poor
• Don’t Know

Comments

3.4 Do you believe the current zoning regulations support the community's long-term goals? *

• Agree
• Neutral
• Disagree

Comments

3.5 How Important do you think code compliance and enforcement is for maintaining the quality of life in Sunrise Beach? *

• Important
• Neutral
• Not Important

3.6 What additional requirements for zoning would you recommend?

Section 4 LAND USE

4.1 How would you rate the current balance between residential and commercial development in Sunrise Beach? *

• Needs more residential, less commercial
• Needs more commercial, less residential
• Needs no change

Comments

4.2 Do you believe the current land use policies support sustainable growth in Sunrise Beach? *

• Agree
• Neutral
• Disagree

Comments

4.3 How satisfied are you with the current recreational land use (parks, trails, etc.) in Sunrise Beach? *

• Satisfied
• Neutral
• Dissatisfied

Comments

4.4 The city owns off water lots and lakefront. How would you like to see these resources used? How satisfied are you with the current recreational land use (parks, trails, etc.) in Sunrise Beach? *

• Sell for additional revenue
• Develop for recreation
• Maintain as is
• Reserve for future use

Comments

4.5 In your opinion, what type of land use should be prioritized in future development? (Select up to two) *

• Residential
• Commercial
• Recreational
• Conservation/Environmental protection

Comments

4.6 Have you ever participated in a public hearing or meeting about land use in Sunrise Beach? *

• Yes
• No

Comments

4.7 How do you feel about the current density of housing development in Sunrise Beach? *

• Too dense
• About right
• Not dense enough

Comments

Section 5 OTHER

5.1 What methods do you use most often to stay informed about city government services, news and events? *

• Visiting the city website
• Social media platforms
• Blue Board on RR 2233
• Local Newspapers
• Community Meetings or town halls
• Word of mouth from friends & family
• Other

If other Please specify

5.2 Should short term rentals be allowed in Sunrise Beach as an additional revenue source (via fees & taxes for the city)? *

• Yes
• No

Comments

5.3 Are your aware of and do you understand what the ESD (Emergency Services District) is? *

• Yes
• No

Comments

5.4 If additional funds are necessary to provide basic services in Sunrise Beach how should they be accessed? *

• Increased city taxes
• Increased charges for services
• Bond issuance
• Taxes/license fees on short term rentals (If short term rentals are allowed)
• Cut/eliminate services
• Contract or outsource services
• Residential /business development (i.e. increase in tax revenue)
• Sale of city property (park or other city land)
• Other

Which Service? *

Which contract or outsource services? *

If other please specify *

Comments

5.5 How pleased are you with the overall aesthetics/appearance of the city? *

• Pleased
• Neutral
• Needs work/clean up

5.6 What improvements would you like to see in the downtown area of Sunrise Beach along Sunrise Drive? *

5.7 What improvements would you like to see in our parks (s) ? *

• Marked Swimming area (s)
• Grass/improved surfaces
• Improved picnic facilities/barbeque
• Day docks for boats
• Boat Marina
• Walking/bike paths (such as a path along RR 2233)
• Other

Please Specify *

Comments

5.8 Would you use trailer storage if it was available (for low cost) and be willing to pay for it? *

• Yes
• No

Comments

5.9 Would you use a central trash facility in lieu of weekly trash service if it was available for a lower cost? *

• Yes
• No

Comments

5.10 Other suggestions or comments:

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