The Weekly Roundup
Top stories and articles from this week made convenient
Adrian Downtown Facade Project Receives Crucial Funding
On Monday, June 6th, Michigan Economic Development Corporation officials presented the City of Adrian with a check for $1.45 million of community development block grant (CDBG) funding to be used for downtown improvements. As addressed in the initial application, this grant will be reserved for six buildings downtown, including theCroswell Opera House and Lenawee County Historical Museum. The downtown facade project is expected to generate a private investment of $558,533.
City commission OKs brownfield plan for Aubree’s in Adrian
Before Aubree’s Pizzeria and Grill can be built on South Main Street, the property needs an environmental plan so it can be cleaned up.
The Adrian City Commission on Monday approved by a unanimous vote the brownfield plan for the outlot parcel at the Adrian Mall. Because of its previous use as an automobile repair and maintenance facility, the land must be cleaned up before anything can be built there.
Business Development Opportunities | June 2016
Whether you’re a local business owner or thinking about starting up, SCOREMentors have many opportunities to learn the tricks of the trade nearby or online!
This month features discussions on starting your business, best approaches to selling art, and how to handle those less than ideal events in business.
Lenawee Now Builds “Toolbox” to Better Serve Business and Entrepreneurial Community
Lenawee Now has been lending support to local businesses and entrepreneurs for 100 years. It takes a lot to get a business off the ground and running. However, the effort to make your business a success is a collaborative one.
Local businesses and entrepreneurs may be eligible for several different programs. Organizations and programs like the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Business Revolving Loan Fund, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture fund, provide financial assistance to many businesses. The role of Lenawee Now is to connect you with organizations and tools like these. Each of these tools are tailored to fit specific business needs.