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Using Data to Tell Our Story and Inform Our Future

When discussing urban planning for Downtown Detroit’s future—or that of any major city—key themes generally rise to the top: vision, leadership, infrastructure, investment, development, placemaking.

I-75 Visioning Session attendees picking their priorities and placing them on the map

Downtown Stories

First of Three I-75 Community Engagement Sessions Focused on Possibilities

The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) was awarded a $2 million grant from the federal Reconnecting Communities program to explore freeway capping options within the I-75 right-of-way owned by the MDOT.  . . .

DDP Datascape Trends

NFL Draft by the Numbers 

By Joshua Long, Data Program Director The NFL Draft was years in the making and took thousands of hours in preparation. In the end though, by all accounts, the NFL draft . . .

Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

Downtown Detroit has been my playground for culinary delights, vibrant nightlife, and serene escapes. My travels have taken me far and wide, yet the epicurean pleasures and ambiance of my . . .

Business Improvement Zone

10 Years of the Downtown Detroit BIZ

The Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) commemorated its 10-year anniversary of creating a clean, safe, and welcoming Downtown made possible through the contributions of Downtown property owners on Thursday, . . .

BIZ Ambassadors

Here From the Start: Rod Winters, Larry Patman, and Aaron Hunter

As the Downtown Detroit BIZ celebrates a decade of commitment to our community, we also reflect on the steadfast dedication of the BIZ Ambassador Team. Three individuals have been with . . .

Datascape

DDP Datascape also includes a library of analytical reports with key insights and findings, produced by the DDP or in conjunction with our strategic partners. These reports are free and accessible for you to view and/or download for your ongoing analysis and exploration.

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