As Inflation Continues to Ease
Dow investment to support at least 5,000 jobs in the Great Lakes Bay region, solidifying its presence in the state
LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation today in announcing Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) approval of a project that will support Dow’s ongoing manufacturing and R&D operations in the state.
Pulled Lower by Transportation
Commonsense legislation bolsters public safety, ensures Michiganders are better protected from car theft, discriminatory acts of violence, and fire-related risks
LANSING, Mich. – Governor Whitmer signed four bills this week to protect drivers from automobile theft, close loopholes that led to violence against LGBTQ+ Michiganders, and update standards for smoke alarms, making Michigan communities safer, stronger, and more inclusive places to live and work.
In a recent statewide survey of 691 small to medium size businesses, respondents to the latest Michigan Future Business Index (MFBI) survey indicated that while inflation is the biggest challenge for small businesses, finding customers and acquiring talent are close behind. While reports of increased profits and new hires over the past six months have ticked up slightly since Q4 2023, reports of sales and wage increases are unchanged since then.
Even as Inflation Slows
Funding will help “Bgwasendam Gamigong,” or Lodge of Hope homeless shelter, expand services to the community
Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. – Michigan legislature included and Gov. Whitmer has now signed a total appropriation of $1.25 million in next year’s state budget that will support the Bgwasendam Gamigong, or Lodge of Hope shelter. The funding includes $500,000 from the Department of Health and Human Services and $750,000 from the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. The Sault Tribe-operated facility opened in August 2023 with 21 rooms and is only the second homeless shelter in the Upper Peninsula.
From the Desk of Michigan Chief Mobility Officer Justine Johnson
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This week the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM) closed applications for the inaugural cohort of its Michigan Mobility Fellows Program, a highly selective 15-month fellowship that attracts talent from all over the country to gain real-world experience in transportation planning and mobility innovation.
$50,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative
LANSING, Mich. – The Neighbors of Belknap Lookout and Lions & Rabbits Center for the Arts are collaborating on a series of new public art initiatives on Grand Rapids' North side through the anticipated success of a crowdfunding campaign.
From the Desk of Michigan Chief Mobility Officer Justine Johnson
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This week the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM) closed applications for the inaugural cohort of its Michigan Mobility Fellows Program, a highly selective 15-month fellowship that attracts talent from all over the country to gain real-world experience in transportation planning and mobility innovation.
