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October 19, 2023 ASSOCIATED NEWSPAPERS OF MICHIGAN PAGE 5

WAYNE - WESTLAND
WAYNE - WESTLAND

$1 million to be used for Nankin annex project

The City of Westland will use places, and projects that are
the $1 million grant awarded by integral to the growth of
the Michigan Economic Michigan's economy,” Gov.
Development Corporation Gretchen Whitmer said in
(MEDC) to fund the Annex at announcing the awards last
Nankin project. The grants week.
were part of the state “These investments will help
Revitalization and create vibrant places that
Placemaking Program and attract and retain talent, add
Westland was awarded the new housing options, enable
maximum amount possible business creation and attrac-
under the program guidelines. tion, and provide resources for
The program addresses the Michiganders and our commu-
COVID-19 impact and commu- nities.”
nity revitalization needs in The “Annex at Nankin” will
Michigan communities by activate vacant property and
investing in projects that act as a catalyst for spurring
enable population and tax rev- redevelopment and creating a
enue growth through rehabili- more traditional downtown
tation of vacant and blighted area for the community, offi-
buildings and historic struc- cials said. Some key features of
tures, rehabilitation and devel- the project include both nature
opment of vacant properties, and adventure play areas, a
and development of permanent pavilion and lawn area, gar-
place-based infrastructure dens and boardwalks, which
associated with social zones will allow users to interact with
and traditional downtowns, out- the space. Walking trails, an “I am thrilled that the MEDC Londeau. “I'm proud of the I believe that bright futures are
door dining, and place-based events plaza, and a play space believes in the vision that we work that my Economic built on bold actions, and this
public spaces, according to the that doubles as a sledding hill have for the City of Westland's Development Team, led by project is one of those great,
state guidelines. in the winter, are all amenities future and has committed to Chief Business Development bold actions that will deliver a
“Today's grants underscore that have been worked into this helping make it a reality,” com- Officer Aubrey Merhib, has put brighter future for the City of
our commitment to the people, design. mented Mayor Michael P. in on this project and this grant. Westland.”
Granted

Court program awarded state funds

Judge Breeda O'Leary and the 29th the criminal justice system who are grap-
District Western Wayne Regional pling with mental health issues, accord-
Behavioral Treatment Court (RBTC) ing to a prepared statement from the
have been awarded a $231,500 grant to court. “It operates on the principles that
fund the area Mental Health Court. This by providing appropriate treatment, sup-
grant, awarded by Michigan Mental port, and guidance, we can break that
Packing it in Health Court Grant Program (MMHCGP) cycle of incarceration for these individu-
will play a pivotal role in enhancing the
als, reduce recidivism, and foster a
Seniors in the John Glenn High School Class of 2024 took a trip down memory services and resources available to indi- healthier and safer community,” the
lane last week and wore their favorite "kid" backpack to school. The students viduals struggling with mental health statement continued.
then donated the backpacks and additional school supplies to the Wayne- challenges within the western Wayne “This grant will have a profound
Westland Family Resource Center for students in need. The Family Resource community, officials said. impact on the lives of individuals who
Center can assist district families with school supplies, backpacks and many
other items. To request service, access: https://forms.gle/kVPkPus3ttmMjQwo9 The 29th District Court RBTC find themselves at the intersection of
Program is dedicated to addressing the mental health challenges and the legal
unique needs of individuals involved in system,” the statement concluded.