Critics say the Air Pollution Control Exemption is outdated, poorly enforced, and subsidizes companies for doing what they’re already legally required to do — even when they violate pollution laws.
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Michigan cities lose millions to pollution tax breaks with no oversight, little say
Michigan cities are losing millions in tax revenue from pollution exemptions but have little say in granting them, and aren’t required to track or report the cost.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Political and Public Policy Information
Changes sought to relieve bottleneck in popular Detroit street naming program
Historic Preservation Planner Janice Tillmon is urging the City Council to consider changes – like raising the cap on winners or limiting new applications – as a growing number of candidates compete for a tight pool of awards.
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Detroit public schools have a new visitor check-in policy. What to know
Detroit Public Schools Community District Superintendent Nikolai Vitti said the program, which will require visitors to present ID and be photographed, will replace paper sign-in sheets.
Posted inHousing, Political and Public Policy Information
Mayor Sheffield wants to build 1,000 homes in Detroit in 4 years
Detroit officials launched a plan to speed up renovation permits and create hundreds more new single family homes.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Detroit City Notebook
Staff update: Malachi’s next chapter
This year marks my 10th as a reporter. It’s a nice round number that helps me feel content to step back and try something new.
Posted inArts & Culture, Culture Canvas
Detroit illustrator goes viral for drawing of ‘Sinners’ star Wunmi Mosaku
Detroit artist DeAnn Wiley was inspired to create the illustration after a drawing days prior of Mosaku in the New Yorker, with muted features and dressed in a blue suit jacket and dress pants, garnered online backlash.
Posted inGuest Commentary, Political and Public Policy Information
Good debt, bad debt: Detroit is paying down its bonds — but pension costs are rising
The city’s finances are improving in one way, but legacy costs are growing and Detroit’s tax structure is still bonkers.
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Michigan synagogue attack: FBI investigating as ‘targeted act of violence’
The suspect is dead and no congregants were injured after an attacker drove a vehicle into a metro Detroit synagogue and was confronted by security officers on Thursday afternoon, according to authorities.
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Detroit school district revisits idea of making FAFSA completion a graduation requirement
The district’s board wants a new FAFSA policy so that it may be eligible for a state grant aimed at helping kids get into college.