Snyder Announces New Program
Governor Rick Snyder
announced Monday his latest pilot program, Rising Tide. This program will give
ten communities an opportunity to work with local leaders to develop strategies
for economic prosperity and job growth. The communities are Newberry, Central
Lake, Grayling, Evart, Harrison, Sandusky, Charlotte, Paw Paw, Hillsdale and
River Rouge. The Department of Talent and Economic Development is sponsoring
the program.
Heise to Seek Supervisor Position
Representative Kurt
Heise (R-Plymouth) announced his plans to run for Plymouth Township supervisor
in 2016. Due to term limits, he will not run for reelection in the House. He
will be running against current Supervisor Shannon Price. If elected, his term
would be from 2016 to 2020.
3 Million For Detroit Improvements
The Michigan State
Housing Development Authority (MHSDA) approved $3 million in two separate
projects for improving the economy and housing development in Detroit. The
first project is named the Detroit Mortgage Program and will use $1.5 million
in both MHSDA funds and federal grants to help back mortgages. The second is
called the Public Spaces Community Places Initiative, which will also receive
$1.5 million. The Michigan Economic Development Committee plans to match the
MHSDA funds, and also expand funds through crowdfunding.