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What's old is new again in Detroit!

Social Media Specialist Chris M from City of Detroit · 2 hr ago

Built in 1919, the Fisher Body Plant 21 auto plant has been vacant for 30 years. Hastings Street's 600,000-square-foot complex is being redeveloped into 400 mixed-income apartments, with 20% reserved as affordable housing. In addition, the development will have 38,000 square feet of commercial space.

Believe it or not, in 1926, the Book Tower was the tallest structure in the city at 38 stories. After being vacant for 25 years, it has been restored and is now home to 229 apartments. The Residences at Book Tower include several restaurants, adding to downtown's dining options.

After sitting dormant for years, the Michigan Central Train Station between the Corktown and Southwest Detroit neighborhood is now the centerpiece to Ford Motor Company's new mobility innovation district. The 30-acre hub will feature commercial real estate, modern workspaces - and be the primary location for launching urban transportation solutions.

Constructed in the 1920s, the United Artists Theatre Building was a theatre for the ages. Once upon a time, the Art Deco-style building was a recording studio for the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. It is now being transformed and will bring 148 market rate and affordable housing, retail, and restaurants to the Grand Circus Park area. The Residences @ 150 Bagley is coming soon!

Read Detroit's Playbook at detroitmi.gov

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Since 2019, Detroit has invested $1 Billion in affordable housing, decreasing homelessness and keeping residents in their homes.

Social Media Specialist Chris M from City of Detroit · 20 hr ago

Seventy-one multi-family housing projects have brought 4,648 units to Detroit. Of those, 1,612 are new constructions, while 3,036 existing affordable housing units were preserved through renovation, with the affordable rates locked in for residents for at least 30 years.

In addition, first-time homebuyers have received grants of up to $25,000 for down payment assistance. So far, the program has created 400 new homeowners.

ARPA funding has helped seniors and those with disabilities stay in their homes through the Renew Detroit roof replacement program. To date, more than 500 roofs have been completed.

With assistance programs and affordable housing opportunities throughout the city, Detroit has become a place where residents who want a roof over their heads can have one.

Read Detroit's Playbook at detroitmi.gov
For affordable housing opportunities, go to detroitmi.gov/affordablehousing

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Downtown Detroit is going to be live for next week's NFL Draft!

Social Media Specialist Chris M from City of Detroit · 22 hr ago

But if you're looking for food, shopping, or entertainment away from the crowds, there are plenty of primo spots throughout the city!

✅ Mexicantown Bakery - Enjoy the taste of artisan Mexican bread and cakes (4300 Vernor)

✅ Hoodbachi Grill - Healthy portions of savory shrimp and steak dishes grilled to perfection (21509 Fenkell)

✅ Dexter Retail Pop-Up - Discover local art and other vendors uniquely set up in shipping containers (13200 Dexter)

✅ Baker's Keyboard Lounge - Satisfy your soul food craving in the world's oldest jazz club (20510 Livernois)

✅ Bel Air Luxury Cinema - Partake in a tub of popcorn in Detroit's first-run movie theatre (10100 8 Mile Rd.)

✅ Good Vibes Lounge - A friendly neighborhood bar with an expansive menu (16801 Harper)

✅ Sylhet Café - Get a taste of brilliantly spiced chicken, beef, and shrimp dishes (12900 Joseph Campau)

22 hr ago Subscribers of City of Detroit in Recommendations

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The DCLEATED art installation is creating a lot of buzz!

Social Media Specialist Chris M from City of Detroit · 22 hr ago

In celebration of the NFL Draft, the nearly SIX-FOOT-TALL pieces painted by local artists are displayed in and around downtown for draft fans to see.

The cleats are now up for auction, with proceeds benefitting local charities. Learn more at detroitmi.gov/dcleated.

Check out the works-of-art at these locations:

Motor City Casino Hotel
Aloft Detroit at the David Whitney
Fort Pontchartrain
Courtyard Marriott
Shinola - Parker's Alley
Coleman A. Young International Airport
MGM Casino
Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center
The Westin Book Cadillac
DMC Children's Hospital
Godfrey Hotel
Detroit Foundation Hotel
Wayne County Airport - Evans Terminal
Wayne County Airport - McNamara Terminal
Huntington Place
CAYMC
Greektown Hotel Lobby
Detroit Riverfront/Cullen Plaza
Cambria
Ford Field

22 hr ago Subscribers of City of Detroit in Recommendations

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After decades of inequality in education and training, during the 2022 State of the City, Mayor Mike Duggan highlighted that Detroiters now have the opportunity to access free and paid training and educational opportunities through Detroit at Work's

Social Media Specialist Chris M from City of Detroit · 2 days ago

100M adult scholarship fund powered by President Joe Biden's American Rescue Plan Act.

Learn more about education and training opportunities at detroitatwork.com.

And tune in to the 2024 SOTC tonight, April 17 at 7pm⬇️

✅Channel 21 (Detroit Comcast) and Channel 99 (AT&T) in Detroit
✅City’s website - detroitmi.gov
✅City’s Facebook page : City of Detroit Government
✅City’s YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@cityofdetroit
✅Or download the Detroit Connected app

2 days ago Subscribers of City of Detroit in General

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Detroit's Black homeowners have amassed nearly $3 billion in new wealth!

Social Media Specialist Chris M from City of Detroit · 2 days ago

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The news comes from a study by the University of Michigan Poverty Solutions that analyzes changes in Detroit's housing values.

It is estimated that the net housing value of Black homeowners grew from $3.4 billion in 2014 to $6.2 billion in 2022 - that's an 80 percent increase following the City's bankruptcy. Research also found that growth was dispersed in neighborhoods throughout the city and not concentrated in the downtown and Midtown areas.

This illustrates how far Detroit's housing market has come since 2014.

#detroitisthefuture

View the study:
https://sites.fordschool.umich.edu/pover...

2 days ago Subscribers of City of Detroit in General

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Detroit is really about that action when we say we’re buying the block!

Social Media Specialist Chris M from City of Detroit · 4 days ago

King Yadee was highlighted in Mayor Mike Duggan's 2021 State of the City Address for his astounding efforts to rehab properties on his childhood block while also training youth in the neighborhood.

The Detroit Land Bank Authority has made it possible for individuals such as King Yadee to make solid investments into their communities AND build generational wealth! You too can #BuildDetroit ➡️ buildingdetroit.org

Tune in to the 2024 SOTC on April 17 at 7pm⬇️

✅Channel 21 (Detroit Comcast) and Channel 99 (AT&T) in Detroit
✅City’s website - detroitmi.gov
✅City’s Facebook page - City of Detroit Government
✅YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@cityofdetroit
✅Or download the Detroit Connected app

Edited 4 days ago · Posted Apr 15, 2024 Subscribers of City of Detroit in General

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Detroit now has more quality mental health services for Detroit residents!

Social Media Specialist Chris M from City of Detroit · 4 days ago

The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN) officially opened its 707 Crisis Care Center. What was once the administrative offices has been converted and repurposed with industry leading design and technologies to serve Detroit and Wayne County's most vulnerable population.

With 32 beds, the 24-hour center will provide specialized care for individuals in a mental health crisis. It will house all services under one roof, including Crisis Walk-ins, Crisis Stabilization, and a peer-led program called B.E.S.T. (Building Empowered Supportive Transition).

DWIHN manages specialty services for individuals with or at risk for serious emotional disturbance, severe mental illness, intellectual and developmental disabilities, substance use, and MIChild beneficiaries.

The 707 Crisis Care Center is located at 707 West Milwaukee. For services, call the 24-Hour Helpline: 1-800-241-4949.

4 days ago Subscribers of City of Detroit in General

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Know your playbook!

Social Media Specialist Chris M from City of Detroit · 6 days ago

Phase 3 road closures for the NFL Draft begin on Monday, April 15, and last until May 6.

This phase will have the biggest impact so far on drivers in the downtown area as both Eastbound and Westbound Jefferson Ave in front of Hart Plaza will be closed. These closures will accommodate the build-out of the free NFL Draft Experience presented by Rocket Mortgage:

✅ SB M-10 exit to Jefferson Avenue downtown will be closed - Exits 1A (W. Jefferson) & 1B (Larned) will remain open at this time

✅Westbound Jefferson Avenue from Beaubien Street to Washington Blvd.

✅Eastbound Jefferson Avenue from Washington Blvd to Randolph

✅Bates Street from Jefferson Avenue to Atwater Street

✅Atwater Street from Civic Center Drive to Bates Street

✅Southbound Brush Street between Larned Street and Jefferson Avenue

✅All Tunnel traffic must use I-375 during the M-10/Jefferson Avenue closures (Windsor-bound traffic should use Jefferson to Randolph to access the Tunnel

For road closure updates, download the NFL OnePass app or go to visitdetroit.com/2024nfldraft

6 days ago Subscribers of City of Detroit in General

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It's Detroit, of course we've invested 1B into affordable housing!

Social Media Specialist Chris M from City of Detroit · 6 days ago

Since 2019, 71 multi-family housing projects have brought 4,648 units to Detroit. Of those, 1,612 are new constructions, while 3,036 existing affordable housing units were preserved through renovation, with the affordable rates locked in for residents for at least 30 years.

Among the nearly 5,000 units that make up the 1B investment, 895 have rents affordable to households earning 30% or less of AMI and 1,381 units for those earning 50% or less of AMI.

The celebration brought 200 developers and funding partners to the site of another affordable housing development on East Jefferson, right off the Detroit River. Led by Detroit developer Amin Irving, construction starts in two weeks and will provide 150 affordable housing units.

The projects, totaling $1,009,177,000, were made possible by City, State, Federal, private funders, and developers.

At the announcement, Mayor Mike Duggan thanked all the partners and gave a special shout-out to the Detroit City Council, who helped roll out a $203 million affordable housing plan in 2022.

"This is what's happened when you have a Mayor and a City Council who have, for ten years, been lock-step on this issue... this is the way we're going to deliver results."

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