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Houghton City Council to meet Wednesday
HOUGHTON -- The Houghton City Council will meeting in regular session for the second time in October, at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Council Chambers of the City Center. Among the items on the agenda is a presentation on the Michigan Talent Partnership Grant. According to its website, the Michigan Talent Partnership Program ("MTP") is a “grant program that aims to invest state funding in public space development projects in central city neighborhoods or concentrated districts designed to increase density, walkability, and vibrancy in Michigan's central cities to attract and retain talent and create business ownership opportunities for local residents.” it is administered by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation ("MEDC") and supported by the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity ("LEO"),
Earlier this year, Houghton was among six Michigan cities, and the only one in the U.P., that were awarded talent grants.
Houghton’s grant of $3,855,000 will be used to continue development of “North Landing, A Waterfront Talent District.” Among the projects downtown business and creative incubator in the former 5th and Elm location and a “pocket park” in the at 509 Shelden Avenue. The pocket park, which is currently under construction will create a cozy, creative spot for reading, music and “spontaneous connection.” It will also feature year-round restrooms.
The council will also set Trick or Treat hours for this year.
As always, there will be two opportunities for the public to address the council. This is the last council meeting prior to the Nov. 3 general election. The meeting is open to the public and is also available on Zoom.