News – Van Buren Township

Work In Progress

Since it’s creation, the Van Buren Township Downtown Development Authority has made great strides in establishing a safe, connected, and walkable downtown business district.

Key improvements have included LED streetlights, extended sidewalks, attractive landscaping with inviting benches; the reconfiguration of the Belleville/Ecorse Roads intersection; Quirk Park Splash Pad and Playground refresh and the pedestrian bridge over I-94 to connect the north and south sides of the DDA business district.

Projects currently in the works include the Placemaking Project in the center of the business district that will include a facility and pocket park for community gatherings, activities, meetings and workshops.

Current DDA Projects

Placemaking Project

Located right in the center of the DDA Business District, the Placemaking facility will serve as a social and economic hub. Housed on the property will be a park-like setting where events can be held and people will gather to be active and stay connected. Included in the project will be a walking path, benches, Wi-Fi and charging stations, a place to enjoy a snack or meal while socializing under a pavilion. A public reader board will also be included to keep the community informed of activities taking place in Van Buren Township.

Current Projects Within DDA Boundaries

Marriott TownePlace Suites

Once completed, the new Marriott TownePlace Suites Hotel, located at the corner of the North I-94 Service Drive and Quirk Road in Van Buren Township, will be the perfect place to welcome travelers visiting the American Center for Mobility or nearby tech centers.

PAST & CURRENT PROJECT TIMELINE GALLERY

Charter Township of Van Buren Fire Department Headquarters – Station 2 in Van Buren Township, Michigan.

PAST PROJECTS

CURRENT PROJECTS

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2014

01.13.14

Aerotropolis May Finally Take Flight in Wayne County »

2013

07.24.13
Annual Family Fun and Public Safety Day Announced, Scheduled for August 10, 2013 »

04.23.13
Downtown Van Buren Awarded Grant To Support Major Belleville Road Updates »

02.04.13
Stakeholders Pool Resources To Improve Intersection Safety »

2012

10.16.12
Ecorse Road Construction Update from the Wayne County Department of Public Services »

09.18.12
Wayne County Department of Public Services releases the proposed work layout for the intersection at Ecorse Road and Belleville Road. »

08.29.12
Angelo Iafrate Construction Company releases the Construction Schedule for the Ecorse Road and Belleville Road Intersection »

08.27.12
Van Buren Township DDA Announces the Commencement of Construction for the Ecorse Road and Belleville Road Intersection »

2011

12.01.11
Van Buren Township Downtown District Authority allocates $207,501 for 800 MHz Radios »

09.29.11
Susan Ireland appointed new DDA Executive Director »

08.24.11
Atchinson Ford celebrates 50 Years of success – in business and in serving the community »

06.28.11
McKenna Associates asked to assist VBT in the creation of a character building Overlay District »

2010

11.25.10
Van Buren Township DDA announces agreement to reconfigure and design Belleville Road and Ecorse Road intersection »

11.18.10
Wayne County considers roundabout for Ecorse/Belleville »