Grand Rapids Business Journal
Rendering courtesy MEDC
The Michigan Strategic Fund approved three projects that “will create vibrant spaces and boost tourism,” including in Grand Haven and Ludington.
The Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) board on Tuesday approved community revitalization projects in Grand Haven, Hillsdale and Ludington that it said will help the cities to create vibrant features, such as hotels and housing, to attract and keep talent while also promoting tourism, according to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC).
The MSF board also approved a tech transfer program to help grow the state’s high-tech entrepreneurial ecosystem.
“The projects approved (Tuesday) lay a path for economic growth and recovery by increasing resources for high-tech startups in Michigan while renewing underused and vacant spaces to bring much-needed housing and vitality to three important communities,” said Mark Burton, CEO of the MEDC. “From supporting vibrant downtowns to strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem, we remain committed to building the Michigan places where people want to live, work, visit and play.”