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Our Story By Kofi Bonner Bedrock and the Rock Family of Companies have been in the news a great deal lately around the Hudson’s Site development. The biggest takeaway from our recent work on the Hudson’s Site is actually how much work we have to do to tell the story of our commitment to all of Detroit. The truth is, we spend so much time doing the work in the neighborhoods that we don’t spend a lot of time talking about it. And so, much of our work is like the proverbial tree in the forest. If it falls and nobody hears it, does it make a sound? So, with that in mind, I’ve asked the Chronicle for a bit of space to communicate some things that I am certain most folks don’t know about. And I appreciate their grace in giving us this opportunity.

Kofi Bonner is the Let me CEO of Bedrock start with Detroit this, the fact

that the Hudson’s development site is located within the Downtown Development Authority district (DDA). That means that the requested tax abatement only affects taxes that must stay downtown to support other downtown projects. It’s the law of the land that has existed since the 1970s to spur investment in downtown urban cores. We can debate whether it is working, or whether the law should be revised, but it is the law of the day. Let’s move on to the real story I want to tell: our work throughout the City, much of which is probably unknown. For the past five years, our Family of Companies has led the fight against tax foreclosure in Detroit, resulting in a 94% decrease in foreclosures among atrisk households. How did we do it? Working with more than 20 community partners, we launched the Neighbor-to-Neighbor program to knock on more than 60,000 doors every year— and conduct hundreds of workshops—to help Detroiters apply for the Homeowners Property Tax Exemption (HOPE) to reduce or eliminate their property taxes. In the year we began this effort, approximately 2,500 HOPE exemptions were approved. In the five years since, more than 45,000 HOPE exemptions have been granted for Detroit families in need. We didn’t stop there. HOPE only addresses homeowners’ current year taxes, but far too many Detroiters had back taxes that constantly kept them at risk of foreclosure. So we went to Lansing, and we led the fight to

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Tax Abatement Approved: How the Hudson Project’s Tax Abatement Could Affect Detroit

By Sherri Kolade Detroit’s J.L. Hudson’s site on 1208 Woodward Ave. is at the center of controversy after billionaire Dan Gilbert’s real estate firm, Bedrock, sought a $60 million tax abatement from the Detroit City Council to develop the site — leaving some Detroiters with a bad taste in their mouths over the request, which they feel would take dollars away from libraries and schools. Others argued that Gilbert, a well-off businessman, doesn’t need a tax break as this project is one of many his firm has already bought up; Bedrock has dozens of properties in Detroit’s central business district.

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A tax abatement provides tax breaks to finance the revitalization of an area. According to their website, Bedrock’s redevelopment of the 685-foot-tall Hudson site would include 1.5 million square feet of office, retail, food, beverage, hotel, residential, event and meeting, parking, and activated open spaces. A new plaza would also be situated between two buildings that will cut through the center of the development with designed office spaces, event venues, around 100-plus residences, and a hotel at the downtown location. The original building shuttered in 1983. The 49-story building, initially approved by City Council in 2017, is proposed to cost $1.4 billion. Bedrock said in a Detroit Free Press article that the project’s costs had substantially increased to $1.4 billion, which is a jump from the $909 million when the development began in 2017. The abatement is vital to obtaining bank loans. Gilbert initially withdrew his tax abatement request in late June after City Council had previously delayed the vote on the matter. On Tuesday, July 26, the City Council approved the long-awaited vote for the tax abatement in a 5-4 vote. Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield, Council Member Mary Waters, Scott

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Benson, Fred Durhal III, and Coleman A. Young II voted “yes.”

around bridging the digital divide, a Bedrock source confirmed.

The Detroit City Council, divided on the tax abatement issue, was initially to vote on it in June. Construction of the building is slated to be finished in 2024.

The second supporting vote was around proposed items by Sheffield to be included in the tax abatement deal, which include:

Council members Latisha Johnson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Angela Whitfield-Calloway voted “no” on the abatement.

• Moving from 20 percent to 30 percent of Bedrock’s entire housing portfolio dedicated to affordable housing at 60 percent of Area Median Income.

There was also an 8-1 vote on additional community benefits packages that Sheffield introduced, along with three additional elements negotiated with Waters

• Bedrock to dedicate 20 percent of the street-level retail space to be utilized by Detroit small businesses and com-

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Tax Abatement From page A-1 munity programming. • $1 million commitment to the development and growth of Detroit small businesses. • $5 million commitment to support the Neighborhood Improvement Fund (NIF). • A comprehensive annual transparency report completed by the Civil Rights, Inclusion & Opportunity Department to assess if commitments to jobs and investments are being honored and fulfilled. Sheffield, who represents the 5th District, which covers the lower eastside, downtown, the riverfront, and central portions of Detroit, said in a statement that it’s her duty to ensure that “all Detroiters can benefit from the proposed development” when considering tax abatements. “The residents of this city deserve to have a wonderful, lively downtown area to enjoy,” she said. “It is our duty to ensure all Detroiters can benefit from the proposed development.” “I look forward to further discussions and negotiations with Bedrock to secure these commitments and I pledge to continue to listen to the voice of the people regarding this matter,” she said before the vote. Bedrock also gave a statement before the vote. “In a perfect world, we would not need to offer tax abatements to developers to attract projects to the city of Detroit,” she said in a Detroit Free Press article. “Unfortunately … Detroit has one of the highest tax rates in the nation amongst other major cities, and putting us at a competitive disadvantage, so tax abatements are a symptom of a much larger problem.” “We look forward to the continuation of this process and to seeing Council affirm its support for this transformational investment.” Detroit’s controversial choice Mayor Mike Duggan supports the tax break. “Two-thousand permanent jobs. Those 2,000 workers pay city income taxes. There’s 7,500 construction jobs. Those jobs pay city income taxes and those taxes do go to the neighborhoods,” Duggan said. “The police, the fire, the parks, and the like. We want this building to be built as large as possible for the long-term viability of the city.” According to the Detroit People’s Platform, the controversy over tax abatements stems from some local groups saying that tax abatements or incentives hurt the majority of Black Detroit. “Tax incentives tend to support those with the credit and the resources to secure them,” the Detroit People’s Platform notes. “None of the tax revenue from downtown projects goes to schools, libraries or other services because of the DDA (the Downtown Development Authority).” Bedrock’s CEO Kofi Bonner told the Michigan Chronicle that naysayers have it wrong about the Hudson site project, and tax abatements are not taking money from libraries or schools, as some have said beforehand. He said the project faced obstacles along the way when Bedrock returned with final details for the second approval earlier this summer.

“We had such a partnership [that] we would do what we’re supposed to do and City Council do what they are supposed to do, which is approve the tax abatement,” he told the Michigan Chronicle, adding that “things got complicated” with the pandemic, inflation and supply chain disruptions. “There have been disruptions because of COVID – it all translated into accelerated costs,” he said of the $60 million tax abatement request. District 3 Council Member Scott Benson was quoted saying in Bridge Detroit that he wants to tackle myths surrounding tax incentives. “There’s so much misinformation surrounding tax incentives and recent development,” Benson said in the article. “Municipal finance is complex, and we try to distill it at the [City Council] table but we’ve done a terrible job. It’s important that residents have good information and facts.” Bonner said that tax abatements overall help developers, especially Black developers who already have a steeper hill to climb from the get-go because of varying disparities. “You have to look for ways to bridge the gap. And one of the ways which is accepted all over the country is through a variety of tax incentives, incentives and certainly a tax abatement, which is what one of the incentives that is offered to any and every developer,” Bonner said. “If you are a Black developer, you have limited access to capital... So often, that means that access to capital may actually cost them a little bit more. So, in addition to the higher costs that they may be facing, they also have a little more expensive cost of capital which means the gap that they are trying to close in order to make an economic project is even greater.” What’s in it for the people? Detroit Charter Commissioner Nicole Small told the Michigan Chronicle that many Detroiters are “gravely concerned” about the high rate of gentrification and “corporate welfare,” she says of tax abatements, which have very little return on investment in the community. “[There are] no true safeguards in place that smaller businesses surrounding that area would be supported, nor the community,” she said. “For me personally for a project to have received tax subsidies on steroids, there should be a benefit across the city when you have a project [of] that magnitude.” Small added that with poverty rates in the city, someone should stand up and leverage their power at City Council. “Unfortunately, I don’t see it,” Small said. “We just need someone to do the will and the work of the people.” Kenyetta Bridges, executive vice president of Economic Development & Investment Services, told the Michigan Chronicle that tax incentives are not negative. “Economic development incentives are important tools within the suite of local and state economic development policies essential to driving growth in Detroit’s economy,” Bridges said. “The economic impacts associated with economic incentives, including tax abatements, profoundly impact the local economy. These positive outcomes include creating jobs for Detroiters, expanding the city’s economic base, and contributing significantly

to local public expenditures, which exceeds the underlying cost of the program.” Bridges said that attracting and retaining businesses in Detroit is “hampered” by three constant challenges: 1. Rising development costs construction, materials, and interest rates. 2. Higher structural costs in Detroit than in other competitor cities. 3. Lack of shovel-ready sites to meet market demands. “Fortunately, tax abatements ... serve as a critical mechanism to mitigate these structural disadvantages and help facilitate citywide growth,” she said, adding that the misconceptions about tax abatements should be addressed. “In the past, there has been misinformation in the public realm suggesting that tax abatements give away money to large developers in the downtown area, that residents’ taxes in the neighborhoods will increase because of tax abatements and take money from the schools. Tax abatements do not provide cash to developers, and tax abatements do not absolve a taxpayer from paying taxes.” Chris Jackson, managing partner at the Detroit-based Queen Lillian Development, said as a Black developer in Detroit, he sees tax abatements as a positive thing. If they were done away with then, it would also set negative precedence for others looking for needed tax breaks on future projects. “I can relate,” Jackson said of Bedrock’s request for a tax abatement. “Here in Detroit specifically the tax abatements there are two or three major ones people use. ... If you want to build something new you have to clean [the property] and you ask for a tax abatement to get reimbursed for remediation to clean that site. … [It is] that simple. Sometimes people overthink this.” Jackson said that some groups don’t want “rich people” like Gilbert to get tax abatements, with which he disagrees. “Each project actually stands on its own, and if somebody is going to build something it has to make financial sense or otherwise you don’t do it,” he said, adding that in comparable cities like Chicago or San Francisco when developing a comparable apartment building, the market would set the square footage price at a much higher rate. In Detroit, that is not the case, the rates are much lower here, and developers would not recoup their money as quickly. “It cost them [developers] both the same to build it but the developer in Chicago, New York, and San Francisco is getting twice, and sometimes three times, as much rent to justify the cost of that project,” he said, adding that the lower rate in Detroit is not enough money to pay the bank back through rent costs and the like. “You need these tax incentives to subsidize the cost of development or cost of operations.” Jackson, who recently developed a 204-unit mixed-use development in the heart of midtown, said that if he were on the City Council, he would “absolutely” vote and support whatever abatement is out there that is a justifiable number. “They have to show the gap between what it costs to build it and where they thought initial costs were,” he said, adding he supports the Hudson site project. “It absolutely is a net gain for the city.”

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Our Story From page A-1 pass the Pay As You Stay (PAYS) program, which has worked to reduce back tax debt for qualifying Detroiters by an average of 50%. We didn’t stop there either. In 2021, the Gilbert Family Foundation made an unprecedented commitment: if you qualify for the HOPE and PAYS programs, we will pay off the rest of your back tax debt, leaving you completely debt-free and secure in your home. So far, working with our partners at Wayne Metro Community Action Agency, we have paid off the back tax debt for more than 7,000 Detroit families. And we anticipate helping as many as 20,000 families before the program is over. Through this process, we learned that homeowners were not the only ones affected by tax foreclosure. Rather, many Detroit renters were being displaced when their landlords failed to pay their taxes. So, partnering with the City and the United Community Housing Coalition (UCHC), we launched the Make it Home program to buy renter-occupied foreclosed properties out of auction and turn the renter facing displacement into a homeowner. So far, Make it Home has created more than 1,100 new Detroit homeowners. We also made a commitment to stay close to those we assisted through these programs, to understand what more we could do to help. And we heard constantly that Detroiters needed home repairs. So, earlier this year we launched the Detroit Home Repair Fund, a new $20 million program. Working with great community partners including Matrix Human Services, UCHC, Wayne Metro, the Eastside Com-

munity Network, Matrix Human Services, CLEARCorps Detroit and EcoWorks, this program will repair 1,000 homes in Detroit. The list in fact goes on. We created a $10 million fund to support the development of minority contractors in Detroit, so they can do this home repair work and otherwise participate in rebuilding their city. We made an unprecedented commitment to fund legal representation for Detroiter’s facing eviction. We worked with partners to fund the purchase of 60,000 tablets and data plans for Detroit students and seniors to bridge the digital divide during the pandemic. We have partnered with community to activate more than a dozen major neighborhood parks. We have provided grants, interest-free loans, and other opportunities to support nearly 200 Detroit-based (and largely minority and female owned) small businesses. We were a founding partner, and made a multi-million-dollar grant commitment, to create the Apple Developer Academy, a free program— with priority given to Detroit students—to teach coding and technology skills and set students on a pathway for promising technology careers. We helped create and fund the new Pensole Lewis College, re-establishing the only Historically Black College and University in Detroit with a modern focus on design. I am confident in saying there is no other organization that approaches the depth and breadth of this commitment to all of Detroit. This is our story, and we take responsibility for not doing a better job of telling it.

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emPOWERing the Community Stay safe and comfortable while saving in the heat DTE Energy

By Kate Mitchell While there is plenty to love about summer in Michigan, not everything about the season is fun. Hot weather can be uncomfortable, dangerous and drive up your electric use as you try to cool your home or business. But high temperatures don’t have to mean high bills. When coping with summer weather, try these tips to help keep your energy use down while keeping your family or workplace comfortable: • Use a microwave or outdoor grill to cook instead of your oven, which adds extra heat into your home especially in the afternoon when outdoor temperatures hit their peak. If you do have to cook in the kitchen, turn on your exhaust fan to move the hot air outside. • Let your dishes air dry in the dishwasher instead of using the heated drying feature, which can leak heat into your kitchen, raising indoor temperatures and humidity levels. • Postpone doing laundry, washing your dishes or running the dishwasher until the evening when outdoor temperatures have cooled down a bit. • Take quicker showers at a cooler temperature than normal. Steaming hot showers fill up your bathroom with hot humid air which can cause your air conditioner to work harder to cool the room back down. • Use shading devices – blinds, curtains, window film and solar screens – on west and south-facing windows to block heat caused by sunlight in the summer. • Check heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) filters monthly, especially during the summer. A dirty filter will slow down air flow and make the system worker harder to keep you cool, wasting energy. • We give cash back rebates on air conditioner replacements and diagnostic tune ups. • Download the free DTE Insight app to help track your energy usage this summer and take steps to reduce energy use and save on your energy bill. Understanding your bill can make a differ-

ence, too. If you know more about what drives your energy costs, you can make the best decisions for your family or business to stay comfortable while keeping costs down. The four factors that impact your bill most are: •U sage: This is the primary factor that impacts your monthly energy bill. It is the amount of energy used during a billing cycle. The HVAC system accounts for the most usage, so adjusting temperature settings can be a source of substantial savings.

•W eather: A couple of days of extreme weather can make heating and cooling equipment run longer, increasing your energy use. Prepare for hot days in ways that don’t involve cranking up the air conditioning. Use of fans for comfort and invest in window treatments that block heat and light.

means more lights are on and more appliances are being used. Switch to energy efficient technology – like LED lighting and smart thermostats – to help keep costs down, even as life shifts.

•D ays billed: Fewer days in the billing cycle typically results in a lower energy bill, compared with a billing cycle that has more days.

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DTE Foundation emphasizes diverse workforce and expands educational opportunities with $1.25 million in grants The DTE Energy Foundation awarded $1.25 million in grants to four Michigan organizations committed to advancing critical education and employment programs that benefit Michigan students and residents.

Work-based learning While the school year is paused for the summer, six students from Detroit’s Renaissance High School used their time off to gain valuable work experience at DTE. The five-week program is a partnership between DPSCD and companies around the community. Students – mostly in 11th grade – obtain training on the job and learn about different job roles in the company. Students learned programs like PowerBI and advanced Excel commands, as well as resume tips and job resources. The six students at DTE were placed in different business units around the company and they weren’t the only ones learning on the job. “I’m getting as much out of this as our student Rahman,” says Hunter Alpert, senior Customer Service analyst. “Rahman has exceeded all expectations I had. He has shown a willingness to learn and contribute, and even actively participate in our projects. He quickly picked up complex tasks and offered valuable input.” 10th grade student Myles Hicks was placed in Human Resources – a career he wants to move into. Laurie Washington, program manager Workforce Development/ Career Awareness at DTE, says, “At first, I was apprehensive but quickly learned Myles is wise beyond his grade level. He was always punctual and showed up prepared, ready to learn and contribute to the team. Hopefully, the networking and connections he made will arm him with insight to his future endeavor to explore a career in Human Resources.” Hicks feels more prepared for his future endeavors through the program. “I have learned how to use and navigate through Microsoft Excel and utilize my time management skills by being punctual and prioritizing my time. I also learned how to use my marketing skills by making flyers for the SYIP interns about safety and wellness.” Washington sees the value in the program – one of many DTE offers young people. "The work-based learning program and variety of student programs DTE offers are a great way for students to gain experience, even in a virtual setting,” says Washington. “Students can learn, grow and experience first-hand how to navigate a corporate setting.” Alpert also has noticed the benefits for both the student and the employee. “The student benefits by gaining work experience from a company like DTE, immersing themselves in our work culture, learning on the job, and developing skills that they will be able to apply throughout their career,” he says. “For the employee, it’s an opportunity to develop skills that aren’t always a focus, like sharing their knowledge and helping to apply that knowledge. By partnering with our student, I felt like I was benefiting equally by sharing my expertise and seeing the rewards in real time from our student, applying what they learned to complete projects and provide valuable team participation.”

The grant recipients include the Michigan Hispanic Collaborative, Cranbrook Institute of Science, FIRST in Michigan and Inforum Michigan. “Education and workforce development programs are the building blocks for any economy, and it is vital that we support and diversify our state’s employee pipeline in a way that benefits women, minorities and all residents,” said Lynette Dowler, president, DTE Foundation. “These four organizations conduct programs that deliver meaningful results for K-12 and college age students, strengthening Michigan’s economy, diversifying our workforce and reducing the legacy of poverty in some of our communities.” These latest grants place greater emphasis on programs that create more opportunity and inclusion for underrepresented residents in Michigan. The DTE Foundation is committed to taking intentional steps to support innovative education and employment initiatives in Michigan, especially those that break down barriers of inequity. “Supporting Hispanic students and families is a key lever for the economic sustainability of Michigan and the nation,” said Michigan Hispanic Collaborative’s Executive Director Anita Martinez. “We work one-on-one with students to help them succeed, while expanding awareness on cultural relevancy and important professional experiences. As a Latina, born and raised in Southwest Detroit, this work is very important to me, as I recognize myself in the students we assist, and we appreciate the DTE Foundation’s support in elevating these efforts.” Each recipient will use the grant support in a variety of ways in Detroit and beyond.

$500,000 for Michigan Hispanic Collaborative Through its La Próxima Generación program, the Michigan Hispanic Collaborative provides resources and support to college-bound students aged 16-26 and their families. The programming addresses access inequities that have been barriers for Hispanic students, limiting their ability to attend college and obtain employment that provides a living wage. MiHC offers in-school seminars and online support that focuses on life skills, college access, career readiness, and mentorship. Today, 40% of Hispanics in Detroit

live in poverty. This grant will help reduce the Hispanic poverty rate by opening doors to higher education and improving economic mobility for teens and young adults.

$450,000 for Cranbrook Institute of Science This grant will be used to develop climate change education curriculum, cover funding for a Fellowship program and sponsorship of the Women Rock Science event. Over the next three years, staff will develop and deliver climate change education programs to 200 elementary and middle school classes in public schools in Detroit, Ecorse, Hamtramck, Romulus, and Trenton, as well as the César Chávez Academy. All academic programs will be led by program Fellows or experienced Institute educators and will align with State and District standards. The Fellowship program will fund one individual for two years who will develop and deliver programming focused largely on climate change for under-resourced PK-12th grade classrooms. The individual will also participate in Cranbrook’s Educational Community Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility (DEIA) learning and engagement opportunities.

$200,000 for FIRST in Michigan This funding will support the FIRST Robotics Competition and FIRST Tech Challenge, serving high school and middle school students. These annual competitions involve student robotics team working with professional mentors to develop new innovations. This grant will cover registration fees

for legacy and at-risk high school and middle school teams throughout Michigan. They also support the exciting, sports-like competitions where students can test their innovations and make improvements in the hopes of advancing to the next level of play. In the 2021-22 season, the DTE Foundation sponsored 46 high school and middle school FIRST teams throughout Michigan.

$100,000 for Inforum inSTEM Inforum accelerates careers for women and is a catalyst for removing barriers and increasing opportunity. The objective of its inSTEM initiative is to deploy female role models to inspire and inform students and young adults that STEM career paths are available to females in addition to men. As of earlier this year, 451 women mentors in STEM careers have influenced 6,064 students and young professional as role models, speakers or project leaders in STEM-oriented events. This grant supports the continuation of this work, as well as other initiatives including career exploration, introduction to opportunities for apprenticeships and skilled trades programs, exposure to companies with workforce opportunities targeted to females and mentoring for girls and women choosing this path. Additionally, the grant will fund the research and development of an appbased mentorship program for high school and college students and young STEM professionals. The DTE Energy Foundation is dedicated to cultivating diverse, inclusive, and equitable communities and supports initiatives focused on arts and culture, community transformation, economic progress, education and employment, environment and human needs.

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The BasBlue Foundation: A Multimillion Dollar Investment in Detroit Women BasBlue, a nonprofit space dedicated to creating pathways and opportunities for women, opened its doors in October 2021. Today, it is a community of nearly 700 women, 60% of whom live in the City of Detroit. Now, BasBlue is launching its next chapter: The BasBlue Foundation. The Foundation’s initial goal is to raise $2 million before the end of 2023 to support fellowships and opportunities that empower women and girls by providing tools and resources to support their education, careers and increase their access to capital. Thanks to the support of the Total Health Care Foundation, the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation and The Remington Group, the BasBlue Foundation has secured $600,000 towards its goal. “The Total Health Care Foundation is proud to support The BasBlue Foundation,” said Shannon Wilson, executive director of the Total Health Care Foundation. “The Total Health Care Foundation and Priority Health firmly believe that removing barriers to wellness makes a positive impact on the community. The BasBlue Foundation is addressing that same belief by providing support to women from the ground up and helping identify a path to success. We are looking forward to the future of this investment and seeing the impact it will make.” As its first initiative, the foundation is launching the BasBlue Zeroto-One Fellowship. The program is a 12-month fellowship program that will provide each fellow with early-stage capital, business coaching, financial and legal planning, sustained mentorship, subject-matter experts, direct connections to industry relevant BasBlue members, and a network of like-minded peers - all

to help our fellows identify a clear path for growth and success. Applications for the fellowship are being accepted now at BasBlueUS.com. “Human rights activist Malala Yousafzai was quoted as saying, ‘We can’t all succeed when half of us are held back,’” said Nancy Tellem, who, along with Natacha Hildebrand, co-founded BasBlue. “That sentiment is at the heart of The BasBlue Foundation. We have a true commitment to using our resources to eliminate barriers that block far too many women from achieving their goals and realizing their dreams.” The Foundation is built on three pillars: Access, Incubate and Growth. Each pillar has a specific goal and programs that align with the goal: Access: Opportunity starts with Access. Our Access pillar is defined by providing access and thereby opportunity delivered through curated space (operating and maintaining the BasBlue house), member-to-member connection (curating and empowering the BasBlue Member Network), in-house programming (developing weekly programs and events + rotating art program), membership scholarships (curating the Trailblazer-in-Residence program), and public events (executing city-wide Community Days). Incubate: Our Incubate pillar directly supports our community and city in helping aspiring business owners via the Zero-to-One Fellowship (development, execution and capital for fellows), burgeoning entrepreneurs via Founders + Fund(Her) s Pitch Day (execution and management), and Member Off-Sites (providing the BasBlue community with sponsored volunteer days).

reers, growth is ongoing - and through this pillar, we support the continuous growth and progress of the community through educational seminars (planning, funding

and execution); to Mentor + Member Matching (facilitation and curation); to our Leadership Development Series (skills for team building and management); and Mental

Health awareness.

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“While creating the BasBlue space was the beginning, we always knew we wanted to develop long-term opportunities to drive capital and connections back into Detroit. That is why we designed our foundation strategy with a women’s career arc at the heart,” said BasBlue co-founder Natacha Hildebrand. “From the early days, which require access to knowledge, capital, and a strong network to build confidence, all the way through becoming an executive and gaining leadership skills, navigating family planning, and investing for generational wealth; collectively delivering concentric circles of development and empowerment resulting in

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You were able to find a house and successfully close on it, so congratulations on becoming a homeowner! Then, you pause for a second and think: does your lender own your house? Some people believe that if they only put 20 percent down on a house, the lender actually owns the other 80 percent. Does this mean that your lender still owns a large portion of your house? This is not the case, but there are some caveats that you need to keep in mind. Your Name Is on The Title First, you are the one who owns the house. Your name is on the title, so you assume all of the benefits of owning the home. For example, if your home goes up in value between now and when you sell your home, you alone benefit from the capital appreciation of your home. Your lender isn’t suddenly entitled to more money just because your home is more valuable. You are the owner of your home, and your lender’s name should not be one anywhere on the title. You Are Under a Legal Obligation to Pay Back Your Loan Even though you own your home, your lender still has an important legal interest in your home. You are under a legal obligation to pay back your lender, and your lender can start legal proceedings if you do not pay back your loan. For example, if you fall behind on your mortgage payments, your lender can take legal action to repossess your house. This is called foreclosure, and you can be forcefully stripped of the title of your house. Stay on top of your mortgage payments to prevent this from happening. After The Mortgage Is Paid Off After the mortgage is paid off, your lender can no longer start the foreclosure process because you do not owe any additional money. On the other hand, other entities could foreclose on you if you do not pay your bills. For example, the government could take your home if you do not pay your real estate taxes from time to time. The laws vary from state to state, so try to familiarize yourself with the laws in your area.

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Desi A. Johnson II, CEO, and his wife Victoria Johnson, COO, own Des2fit Fit Corporate Wellness and Des2fit. Photo courtesy of Desi A. Johnson II

It’s Time to Recession-Proof Your Small Business in 2022

By Sherri Kolade

With the year more than halfway over, many small businesses are forecasting economic upheaval with an anticipated recession adding more stressors on top of already juggling skyrocketing prices due to inflation. Forbes reported that MetLife and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce found that 85 percent of small business owners surveyed are concerned about inflation, too. Also, one in three listed inflation as their primary business concern. Concerns about labor shortages and inflation continue to weigh heavily on the minds of other Michigan business leaders, according to a spring economic survey released by Business Leaders for Michigan. Business Leaders for Michigan conducted the internal member survey in early February.

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Labor shortages are being felt across all job categories, including in manufacturing, office and front-line positions, with 85 percent of survey respondents expecting to have trouble filling positions over the next six-to-12 months. “We must take significant steps to address the labor shortage across our state,” Jeff Donofrio, president and CEO of Business Leaders for Michigan, told the Michigan Chronicle previously. “Our recent benchmarking study shows Michigan’s labor force participation rate is ranked 41st in the nation, and companies are feeling the effects. The historic state budget surplus gives Michigan a unique chance to increase the number of people with degrees and credentials and remove barriers to work, helping solve these talent gaps.”

perts note that inflation is caused by three main factors: quickly rising labor costs, high energy prices and interest rates. Small business owner Desi A. Johnson II, a National Academy of Sports Medicine-certified personal trainer, is confident that his business won’t be impacted by the looming recession. As the CEO of Des2fit Fit Corporate Wellness and Des2fit, he told the Michigan Chronicle about how, especially over the past two years, he keeps his company afloat through checks and balances even during COVID-related economic setbacks. Des2fit Fit Corporate Wellness was created to educate corporate America on the latest health trends while helping companies reduce health care costs,

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The Higher Cost of Higher Education

The cost of higher education continues to plague families of college-bound students. With rising tuition costs and pandemic safety nets in limbo, incoming students are hoping to find ways to afford college. With recent light shone on the Department of Education, fear of student loans is mounting leaving students with fewer opportunities for educational funding. On average, African American students graduate owing $25,000 more in student loan debt than their counterparts, yet 54 percent of all student loan debts are held by Caucasian students according to Education Data. Although student loans are awarded to a vast majority of students despite race, African American students are mostly likely to struggle financially with looming debt. Though financial concerns are a top issue for those wishing to continue their education, more than money restricts access to higher education. “In my experience, the biggest barri-

Students who are ers for high school already enrolled in students can be fithe college or univernancial, personal sity of their choice and social. The fiface different chalnancial barrier belenges tied to finaning how expensive cial stability. Stuhigher education is, dents who receive social and personal financial assistance barrier is a combinafrom the federal govtion of preparedness ernment are also for the experience charged to maintain but also belief that a certain level of acathey can actually demic success. Howget to that college or ever, undergraduates university,” said Tifwho find themselves fany E. Brockington, higher education Tiffany E. Brockington, higher edu- below the threshold, face both academic professional. “Un- cation professional. and financial reperfortunately, for students who desire to leave Michigan to cussions that may be difficult to recover attend a college or university elsewhere, from. there is a greater financial barrier, espe“For undergraduate students, federal cially for public, out-of-state institutions financial aid is tied to student academic and sometimes, greater anxiety in the performance. Performing well enough, student and parent or responsible adult, at least a 2.0 grade point average and around being away from everything that having a two-thirds completion ratio, is familiar to them and their family.” will ensure that a student maintains

their federal financial aid eligibility. Additionally, what federal aid a student is eligible to receive depends on their dependency status -- whether or not they have the support of their parents or other legally responsible adults,” said Brockington.

Students looking to attend community college are not exempt as they, too, face financial challenges in the same way as students of four-year institutions. For Detroiters, relief is on the horizon, however some students are unaware of programs in place to elevate them towards a path of success. The Detroit Promise program offers a tuition-free path for two- and four-year students and those in the skilled trades. However, higher education is more than tuition payment and some programs do not cover the costs associated with living, books and other materials. Citing a footnote from the MDRC, Brockington believes there is misunderstanding around the disbursement of financial

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maximize their employees’ productivity, boost morale and also help them make wellness a priority in their workplace culture. Des2fit is an elite online coaching division of their company. He and his wife operate as the CEO and the COO of both organizations. “We were able to become a recession-proof organization because my company invested heavily in technology; we have become laser-focused on our niche market and we were able to quickly adapt to deliver to our corporate and individual clients due to the uncertainty of the pandemic,” Johnson said of the work that he and his wife, Victoria Johnson, put in. A projected economic boom Despite the challenges, 70 percent of executives say their business is doing better than before the pandemic. In addition, 55 percent of executives say the Michigan economy will stay the same, 22 percent say it will improve and 24 percent say it will get worse in the next six-to-12 months; 43 percent say the U.S. economy will stay the same, 28 percent say it will improve and 28 percent expect it to get worse. According to reports, Black-owned businesses, however, are also thriving despite challenges, which note that the number of Black small-business owners is up 28 percent compared to before the pandemic. U.S. News Reports that 1.2 million African Americans are self-employed in 2022 compared to 1.1 million in February 2020. The biggest increases in business formation came from cities with large Black and Hispanic populations including Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles, Houston and Miami. Economist Ron Hetrick said, “The good news of this whole thing is, when you see business formations occurring in very ethnically diverse populations, then that would typically suggest that you would start to see increased hiring from these populations as well.” The U.S. Chamber of Commerce reported that recession-proofing a business is all about being flexible while weathering the storm. These business tips include: • Embrace adaptability and be able to pivot • “You can’t be married to any specific strategy, product or service,” said Abhi Lokesh, CEO and co-founder of Fracture, in the article. “You’ve got to be willing to try everything you can, see what works, and pivot accordingly.” • Cut unnecessary costs and look at expenses and cash flow to help plan for your financial future, and avoid overspending. William Vanderveer, CEO of Redefine Healthcare, recommends accumulating six months’ worth of expenses in savings in case a business’s sales decrease. • Keep in touch with employees.

“Recessions aren’t just stressful for business owners — they’re also stressful for your employees,” the U.S. Chamber said. “Your employees are feeling uncertain about what the future holds, and they may be worried about losing their jobs.” Keep investing Don’t let your business hit a roadblock by not investing. “Don’t stop marketing and advertising,” Lisa Vitale, business matchmaker at BarterPays! said. “Businesses that continue to invest in themselves and advertise during recessions come back stronger and bounce back faster than those that don’t.” Despite putting safeguards in place many Black-owned businesses still face issues with surviving long term. Black business owner Tracey Clark Jeffries said, “What Black-owned small businesses need is a more structured model that can help them sustain over a period of three to five years.” Johnson said that sustainability is what he builds his companies around to promote not only health and wellness for customers but continued financial success for his family and business. “With investing in our own wellness technology, wellness/ fitness app and our on-demand programming, this gave us the ability to not be dependent on a brick and mortar or corporate/commercial gyms or even needing corporate training rooms to deliver our services to our clientele,” he said adding that the proof is in the numbers. “We’ve seen record growth for both of our organizations within the past couple of years because we were able to scale and stretch beyond the metro Detroit Area due to streamlining our online/on-demand individual and commercial wellness services.” He encourages others to recession-proof their business by re-thinking their team. “Make sure that you have the right people on your team and each person is functioning and running efficiently,” he said. “Don’t add additional help if they are not truly needed, especially when the business is growing. Some additional responsibilities can be delegated [to] existing team members.” Kevin Johnson, president and chief executive officer for the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC), the city’s leading inclusive economic development driver, is invested in crisis-proofing small businesses locally to outlast even a recession. Johnson told the Michigan Chronicle previously that the pandemic aligned priorities and focuses in the business community, and from those supporting the business community. “When those types of small business services are … disrupted, it has this cascading effect,” Johnson said. “There was a firm commitment by the administration, and tools we had available from the DEGC to bring all of those things together for the outcome that we desire, which was to open as many small businesses in commercial corridors and neighborhoods as we could.”

Higer Education From page A-5 aid. The footnote reads, in part: “Most Detroit Promise students qualify for federal, needbased Pell Grants that fully cover the cost of tuition and fees at Detroit-area community colleges. As a result, most students were not receiving substantial scholarship dollars, as their tuition and fees were already covered…since many students from low-income households do not realize that they are eligible for need-based financial aid.” “The biggest point in this footnote is that most Detroit students from low-income households do not realize that they are eligible for need-based financial aid. This study and its subject prioritize using the federal Pell Grant for tuition and fees. However, the Pell Grant and FSEO grant can be used for any costs related to attendance at the college or university level, including housing,” said Brockington. “Part of what makes this difficult or the points that the general public doesn’t understand is that there are more costs than tuition and fees.” Students are encouraged to seek programs on campus that can help alleviate financial costs. “One of the best on-campus programs that an at-risk undergraduate student can utilize is the TRiO program. TRiO is a federally-funded grant program that provides services to students who are first-generation college going, low-income, or have a

disability. Most Detroit students fit between those three requirements and they should definitely connect with TRiO within their first 30 days on campus,” said Brockington. Students who received additional help through high school should also advocate for themselves in their higher education. “Additionally, for students who had an IEP in place for their elementary through secondary educational careers, those students need to advocate for their accommodations at the collegiate level prior to officially starting their college career. It is not a given and it requires that the student seeks the accommodations; this is how the student can ensure that they have the tools and resources in place for their success,” said Brockington. Students are also advised to take prerequisites before enrolling in college to help cut costs of postsecondary school. “For students who already believe that they will continue their education beyond high school, they should participate in Dual Enrollment programs. Students should prioritize completing gateway courses like English 101, English 102, a foreign language set, college Algebra, and a social science course,” said Brockington “Prioritizing these courses will ensure that a prospective college student is closer to satisfying general education requirements thus, saving them time and money when pursuing a bachelors’ degree.”

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Get Back to Happy and Win Big at Life Every Time By Sherri Kolade Mindfulness, wellness and good habits go a long way to line the path to happiness. Once you’ve learned or relearned how bad habits and mindsets impact the body – while good ones increase your self-worth and allow you to be more in the present – choosing the positive will be an attractive choice from here on out. According to experts, healthy mindful tip pathways are available and can show people how to continue on that path of recovery and find their “want to” amidst it all, especially on the hard, not so happy days. According to https://www. psychologytoday.com/, a few easy steps to getting your thoughts even more under control are possible in, 7 Ways to Get Your Mind Back. “A mind on overdrive can not only mess with our ability to focus or be productive. It can also be distressing,” Psychology Today noted. “Maybe we feel keyed up or agitated and end up snapping at people that don’t really deserve it. Or maybe we feel so tense that we’ve literally got a pain in the neck. Or maybe the ongoing stress of a full mind is hurting our sleep. Really, we just want to get our mind back, but how do we do it?”

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According to the article, there are some science-based strategies people can start using now such as: Block Intrusive Mental Patterns We’ve all been there. An overwhelming responsibility, challenge or unpleasant emotions swirl about the mind. You handle it as best you can, but it keeps nagging and gnawing at your mind. According to the article, that is “rumination” when you’re unable to focus on anything else other than that thought that is “stuck in your head” causing you to feel stuck. “Stopping rumination requires actively shifting your mind. Easier said than done though, am I right? Usually, the most effective way to shift your mind is to focus on something else entirely,” per the article. To nip the problem in the bud, think of another object in the room and list the details you see. “What else do you see when you look at it a bit longer? By focusing your attention on something else, even for a short period, you short-circuit those negative thought and emotion cycles,” according to the article. Re-strategize Getting your mind in alignment with your goals, thoughts and emotions involves several things like not being “hyper-focused” on only the wrong things. “Usually, we get stuck thinking about the negative part of whatever the thing is. If we reframe the situation, this time paying attention to the good things, we can shift gears and begin to settle our frantic minds,” according to the article. “One way to reframe a situation is to use cognitive reappraisal. Cognitive reappraisal is

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Black Girl in Love With (Herself) Tour Comes to the D in August By Sherri Kolade When Trey Anthony was on the cusp of homelessness with a young baby after her partner gave her 10 days to leave their house, all while in the thick of the pandemic, what did the young mother do? The British-born Canadian playwright, actor and producer allowed herself to embrace uncertainty on her terms – but not before doing the inner work first. Anthony said that once she began getting help, she came to realize that she is not the only woman finding herself questioning how does she not have the “perfect life on Instagram.” “I had really hit rock bottom and had a chance for me to go what the hell happened to my life and how did I come here?” Anthony told the Michigan Chronicle. “It came from a really vulnerable state really doing the inner work.” That inner work resulted in a book, “Black Girl in Love (With Herself),” which she wrote in 2021. The wildly successful

book – that encourages Black women to practice self-love and self-care – is being promoted through an international book tour that is headed to Detroit this August. “Therapy is not just for white women, no matter what your momma told you,” as covered by the book, which also talks about true friendship and boundaries. “I got a lot of emails and requests online from people who wanted to kind of interact with me in person to discuss the themes of the book and that is how I came up with the tour,” Anthony said, adding that she has a background in standup theatre also. “I want to bring the book alive with the themes of the book in theater and comedy. We’re exploring a lot around Black women and relationships— our relationships with ourselves, our moms our children and vulnerability and love and my own experiences [and] lessons. I learned [about] dysfunctional relationships I’ve been in myself and [help] bringing the book alive.” Her memoir encapsulates Anthony’s life and her innermost struggles to meet

the demands of her family while living up to the image of a “strong” Black woman. The book delivers key points that can be used as the “ultimate guide for Black women and girls.” Anthony is described as a visionary creator who uses a blend of comedy, theatre, motivational talk and her own life experiences to encourage and lift up others. She is a professional speaker, lifestyle coach, producer, author and award-winning playwright, and she’s also “your girl” who tells it how it is, as described on her website. Through art, humor and the power of a clear message, she’s here to give Black women the no-nonsense tools to take control of their lives and thrive. “The Black Girl in Love with (Herself)” Tour Detroit (by Trey Anthony Studios) promises healing, laughter, and love with a “little bit of rachet” and the entertainment is scheduled from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 11, at Garden Theater, 3929 Woodward Ave. In Detroit. Parking is available at a parking garage

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HealthyWage Provides Money for Weight Loss By Megan Kirk

environment of health, but provide additional funds in an already tight economy. Paid via cash or PayPal, the HealthyWage app issues payments in as little as three days allowing the financial benefits to speak for itself.

Losing weight is a challenge many Americans have faced for years. Fad diets, workout regimes and calorie counting have all but plagued those who want to shed some extra pounds. Now, an app is helping to add a little incentive to weight loss; money. In the age of social media, the push for a perfect body has created some unhealthy weight management behaviors for both men and women. However, one app is looking to restore health while adding a financial cherry on top. HealthyWage, which was founded in 2009 began as a function for large companies, but grew to include the general public. “We were primarily a corporate wellness solution. So, we offer wellness challenges for many large employers like in the Detroit-metro. Henry Ford Health Sys-

“So, there’s research that has been published in JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association, demonstrating the efficacy of cash incentives for weight loss,” said Roddenberry. tem offers a health challenge regularly to their employees,” said David Roddenberry, co-founder of HealthyWage. “Just a few years ago, we brought the opportunity to consumers so everyone would have the opportunity to win money for getting healthy.”

Money serves as a motivator and in combination with weight loss can prove to be a win-win for consumers. By allowing autonomy, HealthyWage provides users with the flexibility needed to shed pounds and stay motivated throughout the process.

Incorporating the financial aspect to weight loss helps to not only create an

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You Vs. Whom? Stop the Comparison Trap Today

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“I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvelous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.” The Bible verse of Psalm 139:14 hits the nail on the head and lets people know that they are unique and powerful people, especially in Jesus.

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connected to the theater at Woodward Gardens located on 25 W Alexandrine Street for a fee. The theme of the evening is Chocolat En Rouge (Chocolate in Red)! Attendees are encouraged to wear their best red or chocolate attire and “get ready for an inspirational event like you haven’t experienced before.” “Treat yourself to an evening of celebration among sisters, friends, mothers, aunties and boss women like yourself,” according to the show description. Anthony – who has a huge following in Canada – says she is interested in advocating through her sharp, witty humor despite the hardships that many other Black women go through. Anthony told her therapist recently that she feels like she is just mourning the demise of her relationship with her partner even though it’s been two years. “I think the last two years I was in survival mode and trying to get by and learning how to mother and do basic necessities and now I’m digging deeper around self-care and healing around the love I need for myself and child and getting out of that survival mode,” Anthony said. “What hit me is how many of us as Black women [live] our entire lives being in survival mode.”

mothers and grandmothers have raised children in their own survival mode and not had the resources to access help. “I am definitely privileged to have resources to write the book and interview psychiatrists to do all of those things and have resources that my mother, grandmother never had, and I think often Black women recognize that we were parented by women in survival mode at all times.” She added that writing the book helped her to be more forgiving of the Black women around her who are also carrying their own hurts, and that visiting Detroit during her tour was done very purposefully. “I really wanted to go where there was a strong influence of Black women and Detroit kept coming up,” she said, adding that Toronto and Atlanta are next. Through the tears and laughter, Anthony wants her show to resonate for newcomers and stick with those who want more on their own healing journey. “So many women have said, ‘We haven’t seen a show like this – it is so extraordinary. … ‘ People have asked me to describe … you just got to experience it.” For more information on the upcoming book tour find “Black Girl in Love With (Herself)” Tour visit https://www. eventbrite.com/. For more information visit treyanthony.com.

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you motivate people to change their behavior and have such a simple solution? It seems counterintuitive, but it works. People respond to the cash incentive. They like having a fixed goal, a time frame to accomplish it and just a carrot to keep them motivated and on track,” said Roddenberry. With more than 25,000 users in Michigan alone, the app is a comprehensive guide to not only losing weight, but maintaining it while reshaping bad eating habits. Designed with a personal touch, users can take comfort from the privacy of their own home to weigh in and set their challenge goals. “Our most popular product is our HealthyWager and it’s a personal weight loss challenge where you decide everything. You pick the number of months you want to lose, how many pounds you want to lose and how much you want to invest and our calculator tells you how much we’re going to pay you,” said Roddenberry. Users are not limited to a specific diet plan. Participants are able to choose their own method of weight loss and track their progress. The app pro-

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Be More Present A busy mind is typically worried about the past, fretting about the future and distracted by the present—missing opportunities for joy and light to come in, according to the article. “We may be upset about something from the past or we may worry about what will happen in the future. Either way, we are not here in the present moment. By using mindfulness, we can bring ourselves back into our bodies and finally get out of our heads,” according to the article. To be more mindful, it’s time to practice more “awareness and acceptance.” “To be more aware, we need to start training our attention to notice the lit-

vides users with optional resources and guides to help them along their weight loss journey. Though a healthy lifestyle is the main focus, getting participants to the finish line with the help of financial incentives is key in pushing HealthyWage forward. “We think everyone who starts a health improvement journey should have an incentive. A lot of people get them already through their insurance company, so you might get money from your company if you do an HRA, a Health Risk Assessment, or if you don’t smoke, they might give you money. We think that it really shouldn’t be tied to the employer. Consumers should get this money and the insurance companies and the states that have an interest in keeping us healthy should use the money to motivate us and keep us healthy all the time,” said Roddenberry.

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“Yet, when that happiness turns into jealousy, even the slightest, you are robbing yourself of your personal euphoria,” according to the article. “When we hear of a friend’s promotion, going into comparison mode is a colossal waste of healthy energy. The fact is, we do not know the full story behind that person getting the coveted title. Life always looks more glorified online, and that is something we need to remember every day as we look at social media.”

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especially when people are often mindlessly scrolling and seeing picture-perfect people who they don’t realize are airbrushed. “When we focus on what others have or are doing, it takes away the joy in our own life and anchors our attention on what we think we are missing based on someone else’s life,” according to the article. Don’t get this wrong, looking into someone else’s situation and being happy for them is different than comparison.

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“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we’ll ever do,” adds author Brené Brown. Comparison is a thief of joy, and people who feel empty tend to look around and think the grass is greener on the other side but it’s time to stay in your lane and shine right there. According to an article, The Comparison Trap, from thriveglobal.com, it’s time to remember to live authentically. “The comparison trap is the habit of measuring your life against others and is one of the most toxic behaviors we can engage in,” according to the article, which says that thinking others’ lives are better is an error and a “misconception fueled by jealous evaluation and often leads to stress and anxiety.” Instagram, Facebook and other social media platforms can be a killer of joy,

The best way to pop that bubble of comparison is needing to realize that other people’s “joys, dreams, and goals of others are not necessarily the pursuits we genuinely want for our own life.” In other words, someone’s new huge home is a big mortgage that people looking from the outside in don’t realize. “Big doesn’t equate to authentic happiness. Having what you really need does,” according to the article. “When we page through a pal’s vacation photos, rather than being envious of their experience, think about the total cost of the vacation. More importantly, are those people who look happy in vacation photos happy at home? When viewed from this angle, we are less likely to fall into the comparison trap.” Remembering that we can choose which perspective we want to have in comparison, which one will you choose this day? Learning to be thankful for your life and be joyful in it, even the mundane things, can change your mindset and the day can look as unique as you. “Living is being true to ourselves, regardless of how we compare to others,” the article adds.

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HELP WANTED

PUBLIC NOTICE

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

DETROIT EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS CORPORATION, A Michigan Works! Agency, in cooperation with the MAYOR’S WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD

The Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is soliciting proposals for professional design engineering services for the reconstruction of roadways in the Eastern Market Food District.

ORGANIZING REPRESENTATIVE

WORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (WIOA) MIDCYCLE MODIFICATION FOR REGIONAL PLAN FOR WIOA PLANNING REGION 10 AND FOUR-YEAR LOCAL PLAN FOR PROGRAM YEARS (PYs) 2020 through 2023

The deadline for the Requests for Proposal will be Thursday, August 11, 2022 at 3PM EST. Responses must be submitted via email to orobertson@degc.org.

THIS IS NOT A NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), was signed into law on July 22, 2014. The WIOA emphasizes a broad vision of workforce development programs that respond to the needs of employers by preparing workers with the skills and resources needed to compete for in-demand jobs. The Act also stresses the importance of alignment of the workforce investment, education, and economic development systems and promotes improvement in the structure and delivery of services. WIOA provides workforce development activities that increase employment, retention, and postsecondary credential attainment. The goals of these activities improve the quality of the workforce, reduce welfare dependency, increase economic self-sufficiency, meet skill requirements of employers, and enhance productivity, and the competitiveness of our nation. Per WIOA Section 106 regulations and WIOA Final Regulations Sections 679.500 to 679.580, local Workforce Development Boards (WDBs) and Chief Elected Officials (CEO) are required to develop a four-year local plan for workforce services, while workforce regions are required to develop a regional plan. The Mayor’s Workforce Development Board (MWDB) is directly responsible and accountable to the State of Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity -Workforce Development (LEO-WD) for the planning and oversight of workforce development programs in the city of Detroit. Designated by the MWDB, the Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation (DESC) serves as the fiscal and administrative entity that provides workforce services to qualified job seekers (including adults, dislocated workers, and youth) and employers. Region 10 workforce agencies have prepared a Midcycle Modification for the Regional Plan. WIOA Planning Region 10 is comprised of four Workforce Development Boards known as Michigan Works Agencies (MWAs). The four MWAs include DESC, representing the City of Detroit, Macomb/St. Clair Michigan Works!, representing Macomb and St. Clair Counties, Oakland County Michigan Works!, representing Oakland County and the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance representing, Monroe and Wayne Counties, excluding the City of Detroit. Further, DESC has prepared a WIOA Midcycle Modification for the Four-Year Local Plan PY 2020 - 2023. Both documents are available on DESC’s website at http://www.descmiworks.com/. The public is invited to review and make comments on the Plans. Comments may be submitted via electronic mail or U.S. Postal mail and are due no later than the close of business – August 30, 2022. Comments should be directed to Robert Shimkoski, Jr. by email at rshimkoski@detempsol.org or by mail to: Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation Attn: Robert Shimkoski, Jr. Director – Policy Planning and Resource Development Unit 115 Erskine Detroit, Michigan 48201 Comments will be forwarded to the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity - Workforce Development office. DESC, in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, does not discriminate in employment or in the provision of services based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, arrest without conviction, political affiliation or belief, and for beneficiaries only, citizenship or participation in any federally assisted program or activity.

A Pre-bid conference will be held on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 10AM via Zoom Conference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89731741268. Bidders shall comply with the prevailing Equal Opportunity and Labor Standard Provisions of the City of Detroit. Each Bidder must also demonstrate its ability to obtain Income Tax Clearance from the City of Detroit as a condition of award ability.

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Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation Board Calvin C. Sharp, Chairperson Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation Terri A. Weems, President EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/PROGRAM FUNDED BY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, STATE OF MICHIGAN AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES (TTY NUMBER: 711)

PROFESSIONAL HELP WANTED Controls Systems Engineer

PUBLIC NOTICE Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Goal for Wayne County Airport Authority (WCAA) FY2023-25 Proposed DBE Program overall goal with 5% goal for Airport Improvement Program funded projects. Available for inspection M-F 8-4:30 p.m. WCAA — Detroit Metro Airport 11050 Rogell Drive, Building # 602 Detroit, MI 48242 Attn: Peter Hathaway WCAA-1

Meritor Electric Vehicles LLC seeks a Controls Systems Engineer, in Troy, MI to develop torque security and energy management features for electrified drive systems and develop system safety software and associated diagnostics for powertrain controls; among other duties. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or Computer Science and seven years of experience in the job offered or related. Apply to job reference number 220000E4 at: meritor.jobs.net/search

HELP WANTED Java Developer

Seeking OFFICE ASSISTANT III at Oakland University University Technology Services To provide specialized office assistance, coordinating procedural business or service activities for a complex program area involving processing, implementing, advising on, and reporting specialized subject matter. Minimum Qualifications: High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Four years progressively responsible office experience, including direct experience in office coordination, i.e., prioritizing work assignments, maintaining work flow to meet deadlines. This is a full time, clerical-technical position. Salary is $44,592.00 annually. See online posting for additional position requirements. Must apply on line to: https://jobs.oakland.edu

Warren, MI, General Motors. Plan, gather reqmts, analyze, design, dvlp, validate, deploy, &support full SDLC of mobile &web-based Connected Customer &Mobility Solutions Back Office Spring microservices (such as veh-datacollection-configurator / -collector, &veh-metadata) &legacy vehicle communication apps, to send &receive data to &from GM psgr vehicles, using Java, J2EE, Python, Spark, Docker, &SQL languages, &Spring Boot, Jetty, Netty, Protocol Buffer, JavaScript Object Notation, Redis, Vault, JUnit, Cucumber, Gatling, Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, Git, Kibana, Mutual Transport Layer Security, Certificate Signing Request, Maven, Jenkins, Akamai, Oracle 10g/11, &Unix tools, following SAFe methodology. Perform SW anlys, code anlys, reqmts anlys, SW review, identification of code metrics, sys risk anlys, SW reliability anlys, OOPS anlys &design, &Aspect Oriented Programming. Execute SW modeling &simulation. Design, dvlp, &deliver Vehicle Data Hub SW to Qlty Assurance Engrs for validation, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), &support UAT &production deployments in Pivotal Cloud Foundry cloud platform &static servers. Master, Cptr Science, Cptr Engrg, or Electrical Engrg. 12 mos exp as Developer or Engineer, designing or dvlpg features &interfaces for vehicle communication platform using Java technology, or related. Mail resume to Ref#6729, GM Global Mobility, 300 Renaissance Center, MC:482-C32-C66, Detroit, MI 48265.

Horace Bernard Leonard Sr., Bernie, was born in Detroit, Mi December 12, 1951.The third of nine children to Thelma and Edward Leonard, Sr. He was a product of DPS graduating from Kettering High School. He worked for the Detroit Election Commission for over 20 years before becoming a full-time entrepreneur. Bernie enjoyed playing chess and competing with his D.O.E. pool team. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and helping his wife with assorted gardening projects. Horace Bernard Leonard Sr. was called home July 11, 2022. Leaving to cherish his memory his wife of 34 years, Ursula Leonard; Children: Damon Campbell, Javann Daley, Vanessa Cohen (Alfonza), and Horace Leonard Jr.; Stepchildren: Phillip Starks II (Carmen), Don Starks (Kim) and Shari Starks. 20 Grandchildren Siblings: Edward Leonard Jr. (Doretha), Philbert Leonard (Charletia), Eljanetta Ruffin (Winfred), Durell Leonard, Beverly Simpson, Marie Kinney, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

HELP WANTED

HR Specialist Vacancy

Oversees a quality Mail Services operation including the processing and distribution of incoming, outgoing, and campus mail, as well as package/heavy parcel delivery. Minimum Qualifications: High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in a postal environment. Mathematical ability to compute postal charges, shipping rates and charges for other mail room services. Must have basic to intermediate knowledge of computer operations sufficient to work with software programs such as Word, Excel and email. This is a full-time position. Salary is $24.47 per hour. Must apply on line to: https://jobs.oakland.edu.

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U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan – Seeking MAIL SERVICES COORDINATOR at Oakland University University Services/ Property Management

Mayor’s Workforce Development Board Cynthia J. Pasky, Co-Chairperson David E. Meador, Co-Chairperson

hiring experienced community organizer. Location: Detroit, MI. Salary: $65,000. Job description/ application details are available at https://bit.ly/ SierraClub DetroitOrganizer

Requests for Proposal packages will be available on or after Tuesday, July 26, 2022 via the DEGC website at www.degc.org/rfp and https:// www.bidnetdirect.com/mitn/detroiteconomicgrowthcorporation.

Auxiliary aids and services will be made available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Information contained in this announcement will be made available in alternative format upon written request to DESC.

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To bring awareness to the unique struggles that racial and ethnic minority communities face regarding mental illness in the United States.

Issued: July 12, 2022

The Mayor’s Workforce Development Board (MWDB) is directly responsible and accountable to the State of Michigan, Labor and Economic Opportunity-Workforce Development (LEO-WD) for the planning and oversight of talent development programs in the City of Detroit. Designated by the MWDB, Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation (DESC) serves as the fiscal and administrative entity that provides workforce services to job seekers and employers. DESC’s primary funding streams include Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) that funds Michigan’s PATH (Partnership. Accountability. Training. Hope.) employment program, Food Assistance Employment and Training (FAE&T), Wagner-Peyser Employment Services (ES), and other public and private funding. The Corporation enters into contracts with qualified entities to provide workforce development programs and services to job seekers and employers. American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Center for Disease Control Foundation (CDC) funding may support contracts resulting from competitive bid process. DESC is seeking proposals from qualified individuals, organizations and/or firms.

Bid package for this RFP is available for download at this DESC website:

https://www.descmiworks.com/opportunities/rfps-and-rfqs/. Mayor’s Workforce Development Board Cynthia J. Pasky, Co-Chairperson David E. Meador, Co-Chairperson

Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation Board Calvin Sharp, Chairperson Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation Terri Weems, President

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Adult Education Services Instructor (AESI) Learn to Earn Response Due: August 8, 2022 Issued: July 19, 2022 The Mayor’s Workforce Development Board (MWDB) is directly responsible and accountable to the State of Michigan, Labor and Economic Opportunity-Workforce Development (LEO-WD) for the planning and oversight of talent development programs in the City of Detroit. Designated by the MWDB, Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation (DESC) serves as the fiscal and administrative entity that provides workforce services to job seekers and employers. DESC’s primary funding streams include Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) that funds Michigan’s PATH (Partnership. Accountability. Training. Hope.) employment program, Food Assistance Employment and Training (FAE&T), Wagner-Peyser Employment Services (ES), and other public and private funding. The Corporation enters into contracts with qualified entities to provide workforce development programs and services to job seekers and employers. American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Center for Disease Control Foundation (CDC) funding may support contracts resulting from competitive bid process.

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DESC is seeking proposals from qualified individuals, organizations and/or firms.

Bid package for this RFP is available for download at this DESC website:

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