Revitalizing Michigan Case Studies

Tools

Across Michigan, communities are leveraging the power of MEDC’s Redevelopment Ready Communities (RRC) toolkit and the Michigan Main Street (MMS) program to drive economic growth, revitalize historic downtowns, and create more vibrant, thriving districts. Through "Revitalizing Michigan," a video-based storytelling project, we explore how cities and towns across the state are using these tools to spark transformation.

From Lapeer’s entrepreneurial growth and Adrian’s & Lansing’s strategic downtown development to Blissfield’s community-driven revitalization and Rogers City’s economic expansion, each episode highlights the collaborative efforts shaping these communities' futures. By combining long-term planning and public engagement with redevelopment strategies to power downtown vibrancy, these cities are setting the stage for sustained success, proving that strategic investment and community-driven initiatives are key to revitalization.

Revitalizing Michigan: Success Stories

Adrian

Take a look at how the City of Adrian has used both Michigan Main Street and its Redevelopment Ready Community certification to set the stage for a future of thriving development and growth.

Blissfield

Discover how the Village of Blissfield has transformed and flourished through the Michigan Main Street program and the Redevelopment Ready Community (RRC) Toolkit.

Lansing

Explore how being both a Michigan Main Street community and a Redevelopment Ready Community has supported the economic development and community growth of Downtown Lansing.

Lapeer

Look at the revitalization of historic downtown Lapeer through the Main Street program and Redevelopment Ready (RRC) certification.

Rogers City Pt. 1

Explore the substantial positive changes that the Michigan Main Street program has brought to Rogers City.

Rogers City Pt. 2

Rogers City was Michigan’s 50th Redevelopment Ready Community. Learn how the Redevelopment Services team has helped enhance community capacity, secure incentives, and align development projects with local and state goals.

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Revitalizing Michigan Podcast

Join host Phil Ike as he highlights various Michigan downtowns and communities on the Revitalizing Michigan Podcast.

Michigan Main Street Stories

Learn about Michigan communities that participated in the Michigan Main Street (MMS) Program. MMS assists communities interested in revitalizing and preserving their traditional commercial district.

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Redevelopment Ready Communities

Hear how Michigan communities are planning for new investment and reinvestment, identifying assets and opportunities, and focusing limited resources through the Redevelopment Ready Communities® Program.

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