SUCCESSFUL NEIGHBORHOODS REQUIRE SAFE PLACES TO PLAY AND DO BUSINESS
Urban Neighborhood Initiatives is committed to developing the physical infrastructure of the Springwells area by developing parks and green spaces in the neighborhood as well as by creating and sustaining economic growth. We work with residents to determine the best use of vacant land and buildings. UNI has committed to removing blight, developing parks, building community centers, and creating clean and safe alleys. |
UNI developed Southwest Rides as a social-enterprise business subsidiary. Southwest Rides works to meet the transportation needs of youth and adults in Southwest Detroit through bicycle and skateboard sales and repair. It offers youth apprenticeship and, Earn-A-Bike programs. The shop is located at 1824 Springwells.
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The Lawndale Center will become the first community based justice center in Michigan. UNI is renovating the former Masonic-Moose Lodge to house the community Justice center. The exterior of the historic building is being enhanced while the interior is extensively renovated. The Lawndale Center will be a model for energy efficiency and stormwater management. The first tenants will include Lakeshore Legal Aid and the Southwest Detroit Community Justice Center.
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