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Where have we been?

Where have we been?

Where are we now?

Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3

Phase 1 (2016)

We recruited stakeholders to analyze the problem, created a beginning set of system elements, and began considering a framework for a Detroit community development system.

Phase 2 (2017-2018)

We formed an Advisory Council, conducted extensive research resulting in a specific set of challenges and created Task Forces to respond to those challenges and develop test-projects for most of the elements.

Phase 3 (2019-2020)

Stakeholders will champion elements of the system, working closely with CDOs and GROs, by “test-piloting” project ideas:

  • Coordination of Capacity Building Services
  • Community Development Career Navigation Model
  • Neighborhood Vitality Success Framework
  • Neighborhood Voice and Advocacy Framework
  • At least two city-CDO funded partnerships

Simultaneously we will:

  • Activate the System Capitalization element
  • Establish a governance/oversight structure
  • Develop a process to resolve CDO coverage for all neighborhoods
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Updates and Opportunities from MEDC

November 14, 2020

Place-based partners, please see updates and opportunities below:

  • Bench Consulting in partnership with Detroit-based Patronicity published ​‘Winter Places: A Design Guide for Winter Placemaking.’ The document includes dozens of ideas for community development organizations looking to expand into the outdoors due to COVID.  These types of projects would be competitive for funding through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places program.
  • MEDC’s Michigan Main Street team has developed a COVID-19 Response Winter Strategies for Downtowns & Business Districts guide.  The document walks through principles of winter city planning, and how community development organizations can create partnerships, adapt communities for COVID friendly outdoor winter activities, help businesses increase sales, and market the district.  The MMS team also offers a pre-recorded webinar that covers many of ideas outlined in the document.
  • The Neighborhood Business Initiative, a network of business support organizations that includes the DEGC, TechTown Detroit, SBA, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, and many others, is hosting a free webinar, Get Your Small Business Holiday-Ready: Tips & Resources for Success.  The event is Tuesday, November 10th from 10–11:30am and will include expert advice and resources on how to market your business and create an engaging, COVID-safe holiday shopping experience for customers.  Please share this opportunity with your small business networks.

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November 14, 2020
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