Interactive Heatmap: Expected x Preferred x Least Desired Future

This chart shows the responses to the future scenario questions in the Heatmap Survey. The chart represents all responses for the Expected, Preferred, and Least Desirable Futures. These can be selected in the filter on the right-hand side (at the bottom of the filter chart). The scenario matrix is further explained in the Think-Tank Report. The chart is structured as follows:

  • X axis is Community Evolution
  • Y axis is Development Trajectory

Key things to note:

  • The size of the circle denotes the amount of responses. The larger the circle, the more responses.
  • The Preferred future falls primarily within the Scenario B – Equitable and Sustainable.
  • The Expected future location is more muted, with respondents considering all quadrants as possible Expected futures.
  • The Least Desired Future falls primarily within Scenario D – Traverse City Adapts and Anchors
  • This data can be filtered by the profile questions to reveal cohort responses.