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Bud Denker, Penske Corporation President, joins Mayor Mike Duggan and community leaders for announcement regarding community center in the Jefferson Chalmers area on Detroit’s east side.
- New center possible thanks to Strategic Neighborhood Fund donation from Penske
- Facility will be part of $9 million in total investment coming to A.B. Ford Park
- Building will be solar-powered, Detroit’s first climate resiliency center
Officials from the City of Detroit and Penske Corporation and members of the community broke ground this week for a new community center at A.B. Ford Park, at the mouth of the Detroit River.
The building is funded in part by a $5-million Strategic Neighborhood Fund donation from Roger Penske and $1.68 million in City of Detroit bond funds. Construction has started with land clearing and will continue with laying the foundation for a beautiful waterfront space.
For more information on the center announcement, go to detroitmi.gov/news.
Renderings for the new community center now under construction at A.B. Ford Park
The City of Detroit now offers COVID-19 Test to Treat program
- The Detroit Health Department to be the only health department in Michigan to offer rapid COVID-19 testing, on-site evaluation, and prescription COVID oral medication at a convenient and accessible location
The City of Detroit is partnering with the State of Michigan to expand services to treat residents with COVID-19. Detroiters who test positive for COVID-19 at a City testing site can be evaluated and receive antiviral medication. The services are free.
The Test to Treat program provides residents with a fast and easy way to get life-saving treatment for COVID-19. In this program, people can get tested at Test to Treat sites across the nation. If they test positive and medication is appropriate, they can receive antiviral pills at the visit. If other treatments are needed, referrals will be made to local partners. Oral medications are 90 percent effective at preventing severe illness due to COVID-19 but are only effective if treatment begins within five days of illness onset.
The Test to Treat program is currently available at Joseph Walker Williams, 8431 Rosa Parks Blvd., from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Test to Treat is only available by appointment by calling (313) 230-0505.
For more information, go to detroitmi.gov/news.
Detroit People Mover resumes service, offers free rides
The Detroit People Mover has resumed service and is offering free rides now through August 18.
The People Mover will provide limited service with six stops open to the public – Michigan, Huntington Place, West Riverfront, Millender Center, Greektown and Grand Circus Park.
Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The system will be closed on Sundays. Trains will continue to travel in a counter-clockwise direction around the 2.9-mile circuit.
Face masks are highly recommended.
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Detroit ACE and Artspace invite public to community meeting on affordable artist spaces in Detroit
Detroit’s Office of Arts, Culture, and Entrepreneurship is inviting residents to participate in a community conversation on creating affordable spaces for Detroit artists.
The event will take place at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 24 at the Charles H. Wright Museum and be live-streamed on the City of Detroit Facebook page, YouTube channel, and City Channel 22.
To reserve a spot, go to https://artspacemeeting.
For more information, go to detroitmi.gov/news.
Construction to begin at Lafayette West development
Motor City Makeover effort continues in District 3
Motor City Makeover moves to District 3 on Saturday, May 21 as residents clean up and beautify neighborhoods on the northeast side. The City’s annual cleanup, and beautification effort takes place on seven Saturdays in May and June.
Individuals and community groups must register with the City of Detroit Department of Neighborhoods (DON) in order to receive a limited supply of bags and gloves, as well as information regarding special pickups of brush, tires, bagged litter and roll-off containers. Debris will only be collected from pre-determined locations.
- District 3 – May 21
- District 4 – May 28
- District 5 – June 4
- District 6 – June 11
- District 7 – June 18
To register as a volunteer or to make a financial or in-kind contribution to the effort, go to motorcitymakeover.org.
Mayor Duggan appoints Anthony Zander as
Director of Civil Rights, Inclusion & Opportunity Department
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Mayor Mike Duggan announced this week the appointment of Anthony Zander as Director of the Civil Rights, Inclusion & Opportunity (CRIO) Department. The City’s Human Rights Commission unanimously voted to accept Zander at its monthly meeting.
In his new role as CRIO director, Zander will lead the City’s efforts to promote equity, inclusion, and business opportunities in Detroit, including monitoring community benefits ordinances and mediating civil rights complaints.
Zander will also oversee CRIO’s Office of Disability Affairs, led by director Christopher Samp, as well as the Office of Marijuana Ventures & Entrepreneurship, led by director Megan Moslimani.
As Director of CRIO, Anthony Zander will immediately focus on ensuring all persons and entities subject to Executive Order on Detroiter hiring (EO 2021-1) are compliant; the department is properly structured to investigate and bring resolution to complaints of discrimination; make certain the Disability Affairs strategic plan is properly resourced; proactively protect the human and civil rights of Detroiters and visitors alike.
Read the full story at detroitmi.gov/news.
Detroit Emergency Medical Services turns 50
Mayor Mike Duggan joined interim Executive Fire Commissioner Chuck Simms and other Fire officials this week to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Detroit EMS.
The City of Detroit Municipal Identification Program is available once again after being idled due to the pandemic.
The Detroit ID card provides Detroiters with a photo ID so they are able to access City services, open a checking/savings account, gain entry to City buildings, or establish a utility account with providers such as DTE Energy and Detroit Water & Sewerage Department.
The Detroit ID card is available to all Detroiters, including those experiencing homelessness and returning citizens, regardless of immigration status, age or gender identity. The cost is $25 for a new card application for adults ages 18-62; $10 for youths ages 17 and younger; seniors ages 62+ and for former and existing cardholders whose card is expired and want to renew.
Applicants under the age of 18 must have a legal guardian present during their application appointment. Fees are waived for the first 5,000 Detroiters who sign up.
For more information, go to detroitmi.gov/DetroitID.
