Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and state economic officials are touting a $25 million grant going to build infrastructure in local communities across Michigan, including several in the central and northern regions.
Earlier this month, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced approval for projects through the Revitalization and Placemaking program.
That program provides money for infrastructure, real-estate development, and rehabilitating downtown areas and business districts.
The City of Saginaw and the Midland Business Alliance will receive $1 million each. Bay City has been awarded $500,000.
The Northeast Michigan Council of Governments, which represents eight counties, will receive over $800,000. That funding will go to West Branch, Roger City, East Tawas and AuSable Township.
In addition, the Alpena Downtown Development Authority was awarded over $830,000.
“These investments will help create vibrant places that attract and retain talent, add critical housing, enable business creation and attraction, and provide resources for Michiganders,” Whitmer said in a statement.
The effort is one of many by state economic to boost state’s population and investment.
“Today’s grants underscore our commitment to the state’s Make It in Michigan economic development strategy,” Whitmer said.
