Big Bucks to Combat Flooding, Two More Solar Neighborhoods, New Golf Tournament
Daily Detroit · Norris Howard, Jer Staes
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Show Notes
Hosts Jer and Norris dive into a wide-ranging conversation about local developments, urban infrastructure, and community dynamics in Southeast Michigan.
The podcast tackles everything from federal funding for Detroit's basement flooding issues to solar neighborhood initiatives and the potential of renewable energy projects.
With their characteristic blend of humor, critical analysis, and local insight, they explore how Detroit is adapting and innovating in 2025.
Key Topics with Timestamps:
• Ranch Debate (02:33) - 40% of listeners dip everything in ranch! Norris ssays ranch is an overused condiment
• Federal Funding for Detroit (06:08) - $347 million awarded to combat basement flooding - Targets repairs of aging alley sewers - Plans to prevent basement backups in 10,000 homes
• Solar Neighborhood Expansion (08:23) - Two new neighborhoods added: Houston Whittier and Greenfield Park - 100% resident buy-in - Aims to power 127 city municipal buildings
• LIV Golf Tournament Announcement (13:45) - Season-ending team championship at Cardinal at St. John's resort in Plymouth Township - Taking place in August
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