Studies

Studies

Below are a list of studies that have been conducted within Ionia County. Each study has a brief description of what the study accomplished along with the studies summary. If you would like more information on any of the studies feel free to contact the Ionia County Economic Alliance.

20/20 Study
This was a citizen opinion survey that was conducted in 1992. The survey focused on five topics: Community Services, Education, Economy, Land use and the Environment, and Decisions for the Future.

Business Retention
This study was conducted in 1996 to better understand the issues that faced Ionia County Business. The study focused on Business Retention and Expansion.

(CAT) Ionia County Community Audit Team Report
This study was conducted in 1996 and 1997. The main focus of the study was to find ways to protect and improve the quality of life and yet encourage economic development. Some of the main topic in the study included: Zoning Issues in the Future, Tourism, and Other Stable Types of Industry.

M-66 Corridor Study
The M-66 Corridor Study Committee was conducted in 1996 and was comprised of local officials from Ionia County, the Ionia County Economic Alliance, the Ionia County Road Commission and several individual governmental unit along the M-66 Corridor. The goal of the study and the committee was to find ways to meet the changing demands of the area