Discovering and applying new and innovative economic development tools, models, policies, and programs
Creating Jobs and Wealth in Distressed Michigan Communities
Student-Led, Faculty-Guided Project - 2025
Authors: Reilly Allen, Hrilekha Bogapati, Josh Brink, Isaac Harter, Savannah Khan, Anish Khare
To support the Warren CED’s mission to foster economic growth, the practicum team developed an implementation plan for strategic investment along the Van Dyke Corridor. This corridor falls within Warren’s Van Dyke Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) District, which spans from 8 Mile Road at the Detroit-Warren border to Stephens Road at the Warren-Center Line border. The plan identifies the key investment opportunities, zoning recommendations, and targeted urban improvements to enhance economic development in the area. Through an analysis of existing plans and socioeconomic conditions within the corridor, the team developed strategic recommendations that align with Warren’s broader development goals. The final deliverables from the practicum team include a comprehensive implementation plan, updated zoning ordinance recommendations, a summary poster, and a presentation for their clients and community stakeholders.