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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
'Aggressive' timeline revealed to build pro soccer stadium in Detroit by 2027
The Detroit City FC professional soccer club intends to start demolishing the old Southwest Detroit Hospital in July so that it can finish building a 15,000-capacity soccer stadium on the site by spring 2027. Two of the club's co-founders shared this schedule plan and other previously unreported details on the project during a Tuesday night, May 27, meeting of the Corktown Business Association. Club co-founder Sean Mann described the schedule, which calls for an early 2026 start to vertical construction, as an "aggressive timeline," but one necessary to get the stadium finished in time. The project also includes a large multilevel parking deck to go near the future stadium. "The goal is to get this done by the spring of '27," Mann said at the meeting, held at the Basilica of Ste. Anne de Detroit. He and fellow soccer club co-founder Todd Kropp said that this summer they plan to reveal final renderings for the stadium as well as the venue's official name. The new and privately financed soccer stadium will have a 15,000-person capacity, Mann said, or more than double the 7,200-person capacity of Keyworth Stadium in Hamtramck, where the team now plays. Detroit City FC has acquired about 17 acres for the stadium project, which is centered on what is currently the abandoned Southwest Detroit Hospital at 2401 20th St., near Detroit's Corktown and Mexicantown neighborhoods. The club officials said the basement of the 1974 hospital building right now is flooded with 1.5 million to 2 million gallons of water, a situation similar to what Ford Motor Co. faced when it began rehabbing Michigan Central Station in 2018. More: Demolition of empty Detroit hospital for future soccer stadium could start this summer They plan to begin filtering and draining the hospital basement soon, the club officials said, probably starting next week. Demolition of the hospital then could begin in July and end sometime this summer. Detroit City Council this month approved a $5.9 million Brownfield plan that would gradually reimburse Detroit City FC for the hospital's demolition costs over a period of 21 years. So far, that is the only public subsidy requested for the stadium project. The Brownfield plan is still subject to approval of the Michigan Strategic Fund. Mann said the final to-be-revealed stadium plans will also feature some commercial space, "so 20th Street is not a dead zone." Contact JC Reindl: 313-378-5460 or jcreindl@ Follow him on X @JCReindl This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: 'Aggressive' timeline revealed for pro soccer stadium in Detroit Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Muoro receives $3.2 million grant from Brownfield Asset Advisory for GCC expansion
NEW DELHI Muoro , an AI-powered engineering tech enabler, has partnered with Brownfield Asset Advisory to launch turnkey solution for global capability centers (GCCs). Brownfield has extended a $3.2 million grant to Muoro to fast-track the development of GCCs and Centres of Excellence (COEs) in tier-II cities and North India. Brownfield has extended a $3.2 million grant to Muoro to fast-track the development of GCCs and Centres of Excellence (COEs) in tier-II cities and North India. "India's GCC market is expected to reach $95–110 billion by 2030. With Brownfield, we're bringing a bold new approach that delivers fully operational engineering centers in as little as 4-8 weeks. This allows enterprises to lower the cost of dedicated teams and redirect that capital into AI and innovation," said Vyom Bhardwaj , founder and CEO, Muoro. The company will integrate infrastructure, talent, compliance and execution under a single framework to help multinational companies set up product and engineering cost-effectively and with greater operational control.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
EPA funds $1.5M for Rockford Armory cleanup for new artists' studio
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded a $1.5 million grant to clean up the contaminated former Rockford Armory so that it can be repurposed as a live-work space for local artists. The funding comes from $267 million in federal grants to clean up Brownfields, or abandoned and toxic sites. The Armory building is currently contaminated with metals and inorganic materials, the EPA said. 'The $267 million in Brownfield grants will transform contaminated properties into valuable spaces for businesses and housing, creating new opportunities that strengthen local economies and directly benefit American families,' said EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin. 'EPA's Brownfields program demonstrates how environmental stewardship and economic prosperity complement each other. Under President Trump's leadership, EPA is Powering the Great American Comeback, ensuring our nation has the cleanest air, land, and water while supporting sustainable growth and fiscal responsibility.' The Rockford Area Arts Council, which purchased the former Rockford Armory, at 605 N. Main Street, from the city , plans to partner with the Discovery Center Museum to have convert the building into a rehearsal, gallery, and living space for artists. Built-in 1934, The Armory, at 605 N. Main Street, served as the headquarters for the Illinois National Guard for 60 years, and became a music venue in the 1970s, hosting performances by acts such as KISS, ZZ Top, REO Speedwagon, Black Sabbath, Barry Manilow, Henry Mancini, Cheap Trick, Rush, Blue Oyster Cult, and Fleetwood Mac. In 1989, the stone art deco building received upgrades to house the 404th Chemical Brigade, which stayed housed there until 1993. In 2000, the building was placed under landmark status on the National Register of Historic Places. The building, which has sat vacant for decades, was donated to the City in 2006. In addition, the EPA awarded $500,000 to the City of Rockford to conduct environmental assessments of the Keith Creek Floodway Area and South Main Street Corridor, and another $650,000 for cleanup of the former Rockford Watch factory, Essex Wire site, and South Main Street Railyards. Boone County also received $500,000 to do environmental site assessments of the Village of Garden Prairie and the southeast portion of the City of Belvidere. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Washington to elect first new mayor in 24 years
For the first time in 24 years, Washingtonians will elect a new mayor. Mayor Gary Manier, who has been in his position since 2001, has completed six terms and chose not to run for another. Competing to be his replacement are city council members Mike Brownfield and Lilija Stevens, who both serve Ward 1. "I'm proud of what we've accomplished, and Washington continues to grow," Manier previously told the Journal Star. "It's still the place people want to live and bring their family back. We grew up here, so I'm still proud of what we've done the last 24 years." Brownfield, whose term is up this year, has served on the council since 2013 and is director of facilities, services and safety at Snyder Village Retirement Community in Metamora. Stevens, a retired teacher, has been on the council since 2019, and her term does not end until 2027. She previously ran in 2021, but lost to Manier by a small margin. If elected, she would be Washington's first woman mayor. This election is Brownfield's first running for mayor. Mike Brownfield: 0% Lilija Stevens: 0% Editor's note: 0% of precincts reporting. Come back to throughout the evening for the most recent voting totals Both candidates cite transparency, communication with constituents and financial responsibility as top priorities. Brownfield has proposed semi-annual budget health reviews to stay on top of the city's fiscal health, making better use of communication lines and holding monthly meetings between city leaders. Stevens' plans include establishing committees and policies to address resident concerns, lowering property taxes and reviving the city's economic development commission. Washington city elections have been nonpartisan since 2019, after Stevens put a successful referendum on the 2018 ballot to change elections from partisan to nonpartisan. But individuals and organizations can support candidates as they wish in Illinois, and both candidates have garnered support from political organizations. The Tazewell County Republican Party officially endorsed Brownfield March 25, stating his Republican voting record made him the better choice for mayor. Likewise, the Tazewell County Democrats have indicated support for Stevens. A hot-button issue is whether an amphitheater should be placed on Washington's '223' property, purchased in 2013 for $4.9 million. Like most of the council, both Stevens and Brownfield have stated they need more information about issues such as noise levels, traffic concerns and the cost to the city in order to make informed decisions moving forward. More: Communication, collaboration and more: What we learned at Washington's first mayoral forum This article originally appeared on Journal Star: Washington mayor results: Mike Brownfield, Lilija Stevens vying to lead city
CBS News
26-03-2025
- General
- CBS News
Colorado sugar mill fire renews calls for safety measures
A massive fire broke out early Tuesday at an abandoned sugar factory near Longmont, forcing firefighters to let it burn due to hazardous materials at the site. Emergency crews remained at the scene for hours, as the Boulder County Sheriff's Office noted that the property has long been a nuisance. Officials said they have responded to the site 388 times in the past five years. Although some silos remain active and the property is privately owned, the fire has renewed calls for increased security and safety measures. "When firefighters arrived, their priority was to contain the flames," said Rick Tillery, a spokesman for Mountain View Fire Rescue. "It's difficult to determine an exact cause because we can't safely go inside and sift through the rubble." The fire department implemented a policy several years ago to protect first responders at the mill. The vacant buildings are structurally unstable, posing risks such as ceiling collapses. "These buildings are known to have structural issues," Tillery said. "We'll spray water inside, but we won't enter to fight the fire." Beyond structural dangers, pollutants may also be a concern. The City of Longmont referenced Brownfield assessments in a 2023 proposal to redevelop the land, but no plans have been finalized. As firefighters continued monitoring the site, locals like Scott Dreher stopped by to check on the historic property. "I just have this feeling one of these days, it's not going to be here," Dreher said. While some hope for stronger security measures, others, like Dreher, want to see the factory preserved. "I think it means a lot to the history of Longmont," Dreher said. "It should definitely stay." Boulder County filed a lawsuit last year against the property owners, wanting them to put up fencing and signage to prohibit people from entering the property and remove garbage or face fines. The next hearing for that case is in June.
