This Street View series on Detroit's corridors is made possible with support from the Ford Foundation. Model D highlights equitable development work and economic growth led by Detroit-based residents, grassroots organizations, and community development groups.
“The Beauton Development not only creates new affordable housing units for residents and families, but it also showcases what is possible when developers of color are engaged and given an opportunity to participate in the revitalization of our neighborhoods,” says Council President Mary Sheffield.
“I am excited to witness the completion of Gmeiner Park,” said Crystal Perkins, Director of the General Services Department, City of Detroit. “My children, who are now 21, 16, & 14, used to play in this area when they attended after school programs and summer camp at Tindal with Healthy Kidz. During that time, they only had an open field to play games and run around. Now this community and the children who visit the center can enjoy the playscape and other amenities.”
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“This is one of the most significant changes to the landscape here in decades,” says Joe Rashid, executive director of the East Warren Development Corporation.
“The creation of this new arts and cultural district will provide an inclusive, accessible, creative space for adults with disabilities and represents an ideal hyperlocal placemaking project,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz.
“Our park’s 'Universal Design' recognizes the need for a broad range of options for community members of different ages, learning styles, and with variations in mobility,” says Boggs Park Co-Project Manager Shoshanna Utchenik. “At Boggs Park, ‘you can’t say you can’t play’.”
Applications for the program, which will award nine $10,000 fellowships, are due by midnight on Friday, May 26.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, a number of stores closed temporarily, a handful of restaurants became small grocers, and organizations distributed supplies via emergency food boxes. Now, despite many corner and convenience stores, most Detroiters get their groceries at one of 64 full-service spots.
“I love being able to help people bring their dreams, goals and aspirations to pass. This year is about taking collaborative efforts and partnerships to the next level,” says Waffle Café Detroit owner Kimyana Freeman.
Existing, non-chain businesses are being encouraged to apply early for the grants, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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