06/11/2026
EDC Director, Christina Southwell, attended the Housing Summit held at Kirtland Community College (KCC) on April 30. The summit brought together representatives from multiple agencies serving Northeast Michigan, along with housing developers and community partners, to discuss strategies for addressing regional housing needs.
The event provided valuable opportunities for networking, information sharing, and collaboration, with a focus on identifying solutions to the ongoing housing crisis in Northeast Michigan and strengthening regional efforts to increase housing availability and affordability.
Presentations were provided by state, regional, and local organizations focused on housing development, funding opportunities, regulatory considerations, and collaborative approaches to project implementation. Speakers emphasized the importance of transparency, open communication, and early stakeholder engagement throughout the development process to help build trust, address challenges proactively, and ensure projects move forward efficiently. Discussions highlighted how strong partnerships and clear communication among public agencies, private developers, and community stakeholders are critical to the successful completion of housing projects.
