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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Public comments are still going, unfortunately I’m not able to continue with coverage. 
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Repeated concerns for NAC representatives holding financial ties to Bedrock has been mentioned. We need to look more into this but it is being said all of these members have undergone extensive checks to rule that out. Definitely a 🚩.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
A resident reported a concern for conflict of interest for DDA member Steve Ogden also being a representative of BedRock.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
There are outbursts in the room and attendees are being asked to adhere to house rules for questions and answers.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
A current employee with Rencen reported her and fellow coworkers were not considered and surveyed during the development of this project as their employment is being affected.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Several residents support the plan for development but show concern for this project are truly benefiting Detroiters beyond just housing.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Public Comments now open
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Several members of NAC also voice concern for increasing the number of affordable housing. Right now it looks to be around 21% for the project. They are emphasizing the agreement of honoring minimal 30% for their portfolio.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
A member of the council requested has a third-party investor been looked at to help remove costs from the city over to another investor. Jake of Bedrock reported the $300 + million he does not see as a burden. Language is being played here👀!
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
A NAC member questioned whether the affordable units are going to be truly affordable for Detroiters. They responded saying this will be a mixed income development, making it accessible to all Detroiters.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
NAC is now questioning presenters.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
The motion carried by council to extend meeting by 30 minutes. The presentation was prolonged.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Projected net fiscal benefit to the city with project w/ incentives is $301.5 million over the next 30 years vs $21.3 million with no project in place.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
They found this project can’t move forward without incentives. The project income would not be able to cover its debt after operating expenses. The goal is to meet the need not over incentivize.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
This is a the first time the Detroit would be entering this type of agreement.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Tax abatements now being explained.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Reimbursement will only come from cost eligible, performance based and compliant projects for developers.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Tax captures total up to 300 million for phase 1 and phase 2 of this project.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Tax incentives are being requested to offset costs.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Challenges currently includes heightened construction costs are affecting revenue.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
73% of the project investment would be covered by investors Bedrock and General Motors
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Projected investment, changes and benefits of the ren cen / east river front redevelopment.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Correction: DEGC www.degc.org
degc.org
DEGC | Detroit Economic Growth Corporation
DEGC drives Detroit’s economic growth through business support, real estate development, and investment programs that strengthen communities.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
DGC Analysis now being presented
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Retail, Business, Food/ Beverage, civic space and year round activities are planned. Housing of over 900 units will be added and with over 200 including affordable housing.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Detroit Economic Growth is now presenting projected plans for Ren Cen/East River Front.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
NAC also has an email available.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Parliamentarian has been elected and Secretary position is tabled for now.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Jimmy Dickens elected as Chairman of NAC
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Vice Chair of Project Management elected Catherine Cheung
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
The Neighborhood advisory council have taken time to introduce themselves and now they are doing elections for offices for the council.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Aaron Goodman has opened the meeting and done introductions. Aaron Goodman is Community Benefits Ordinance Manager
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
The meeting should be starting soon. I am on standby.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
The meeting begins at 6 PM.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
What’s up Detroit? Tonight I will be live reporting Renaissance Center and East Riverfront Project Meeting. For more information take a look at the link below. detroitmi.gov/departments/... @outliermedia.org @detdocumenters.bsky.social
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Please follow the continued coverage of our local governments at @DetDocumenters and visit detroit.documenters.org to learn even more!
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Documenters.org: Making Local Government More Accountable
All the info you need on public meetings in your town, in one easy-to-search place. Get TRAINED and PAID to hold your local government accountable. Powered by City Bureau.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I had a chance to speak with Christopher Samp, Director of Office and Disability Affairs and he noted there was last minute changes to the room and was open to any feedback to improve meetings. I appreciate his help.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Meeting is now closed.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Announcements are now being shared for upcoming meetings.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Public comments now closed.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Another person noted the need for training and sensitivity for people with invisible disabilities.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
They are reading the zoom comments but I really can’t interpret them. Maybe next time they should put them visible on screen.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
detroitmi.gov/government/o...
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
A local activist, Brother Cunningham, notes the need for disabled residents who need access to paratransit but they are on routine transit lines.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Resources for the blind. Speaker mentioned www.lifebeyondsight.org
lifebeyondsight.org
Home | GDABVI
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
A resident voiced concerns about accessibility in new residential structures for people with limited mobility.
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Dana in the D @danainthed.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
They are trying to get zoom participants in for public comments.
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