Redefining Urban Living: Black Developer Cuts Ribbon on $23Million Project in Southwest Detroit

What is Black development? Why is it important? And how is Detroit paving the way? These are the questions we must grapple with to understand the transformative power of projects like The Brooke on Bagley. This isn’t just another building—it’s a statement, a beacon of progress, and a testament to the unyielding spirit of Detroit’s Black and Brown communities. Mayor Mike Duggan, alongside developer Woodborn Partners and a host of community leaders, recently celebrated the grand opening of The Brooke on Bagley, a mixed-use and mixed-income development in Southwest Detroit. This $23 million facility is more than bricks and mortar; it is a manifestation of dreams and aspirations built by Detroit-based talent. Sixteen of its seventy-eight apartments are dedicated to residents earning 80% of the area median income, ensuring that affordability is woven into the fabric of this thriving neighborhood. Southwest Detroit, a vibrant and diverse part of the city, is now pulsing with new energy thanks to The Brooke on Bagley. This isn’t just about housing; it’s about community. Picture this: spaces where people can live, work, and play, where they see their stories, their culture, and their future reflected in the very walls around them. The Brooke on...