DFC has been working since its inception to demonstrate how this land has the potential to be transformed into an open space asset, thus establishing the city of Detroit as a leader in innovative open space land uses. We are calling this movement a “Green Culture Shift”.
Next City covers Detroit Future City's efforts to implement the city's long-term strategic plan and minimize vacancy through green infrastructure.
The September Restoring Neighborhoods Taskforce Webinar features Anika Goss-Foster, DFC executive director, discussing the Detroit Neighborhood Housing Compact – a partnership formed between DFC and JPMorgan Chase & Co. focused on strengthening the single-family housing market in Detroit neighborhoods.
Rising rents and falling wages are problematic for low-income Detroiters. This article explores this issue with Anika Goss-Foster, DFC executive director.