Ground zero for the 1967 civil disturbance is becoming ground zero for neighborhood transformation, thanks to involved citizens and the Detroit Planning and Development Department. A standing-room-only crowd recently sought a hundred ways to preserve historical buildings and increase the density of homes and retail. With the renovation of Herman Kiefer Hospital in the works […]
Can art save the world? Perhaps. But it certainly can bring a community together and encourage reading. The introduction of a sculpture at Kiwanis #1 Park has brought an eastside Detroit community together, rejuvenated the park and created an outdoor library. The project is a partnership among the Mount Elliott Business and Community Association (MEBCA), […]
Even as residents witness growth and development in Detroit’s most visible new retail, transportation and real estate initiatives, many wonder what’s being planned in their corner of the city. Whether on the east or west side, it’s a question some long-time Detroiters have asked for years. A new community initiative is launching a dialogue that invites residents […]
One of the pillars or discussion points at this year’s Mackinac Policy Conference is Restoring Civility in American Politics. That means finding ways to get leaders of all kinds to work together, compromise for progress and depolarize today’s political environment. Someone who truly understands that need is Jean Meyer, MSN, RN. Meyer is President & […]
This year has been a whirlwind for April Anderson, the Pastry Chef and Co-Owner of Good Cakes and Bakes on Livernois in Detroit. Last week, her successful bakery business won a massive $200,000 investment at Detroit Demo Day. This week, she is attending the Mackinac Policy Conference as a “Future Leader,” soaking in the atmosphere […]
Again emphasizing Detroit’s efforts “to build a city that includes everyone,” officials from the city, The District Detroit and Olympia Entertainment announced Friday that a new residential development will bring 686 units – including 139 affordable options – across six projects. Olympia Development of Michigan announced plans for hundreds of new affordable and market-rate rental […]
People who rent apartments, condos and other housing inside the city of Detroit will have additional protections and faster inspections thanks to a revised ordinance and other changes coming to how the city handles rental properties. The City of Detroit on Wednesday announced a tougher proposed rental ordinance as part of a sweeping citywide effort […]
Creating a Detroit that has room for everyone – especially in terms of housing – is a goal for the city’s government, its residents and, increasingly, its developers. A new example of this is the newly announced The Hamilton. Broder & Sachse Real Estate and the City of Detroit have reached an agreement to keep […]
Starting in July, there will be significant leadership changes at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation as CEO Steve Arwood is stepping down on June 30. Arwood has served as the CEO of the MEDC, as well as president and chairman of the Michigan Strategic Fund since January 2015. Prior to that, he also served in […]
Walking to school used to be an everyday thing for children and families – a chance to talk, to daydream and to prepare for and review the day ahead or recall what you learned in school. That has changed over time for a variety of reasons. People just aren’t walking as much. But the Michigan […]