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Looking for something to do this weekend in Ypsilanti? Here's your chance to attend the 8th annual Astronomicon with an all-star lineup! Voted Metro Detroit's Best Convention, this all-inclusive Comic Con caters to all genres including Comics/Toys, Horror, Wrestling, and Pop Culture!  In addition to celebrity meet and greets, browse offerings from some of the country’s best comic book, movie memorabilia, and nostalgia toy vendors. There will also be cosplay contests and concerts. Where: Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest, 1275 South Huron St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197 When: April 4, 2025 - April 6, 2025 Friday 5 PM to 10 PM Saturday 11 AM to 7PM Sunday 11 AM to 5 PM Cost: $15 - $230 For more information go to: https://lnkd.in/ezvvqgR8 #RenovareDevelopment #Renovare #Astronomicon #YpsilantiCity #DorseyEstates #Ypsilanti #YpsiLiving #LiveInYpsi #YpsiCommunity #DowntownYpsi #HistoricYpsilanti #WalkableYpsi #SafeYpsiNeighborhood 

Renovare Development is proud to continue to present a series of posts featuring Women in Housing, Commercial Real Estate and Community Development. Today we take great pride in featuring Liz Alexandrian, Vice President of Lending at Michigan Community Capital. Liz joined Michigan Community Capital in 2019. In her role, she is responsible for enterprise risk management and oversees the company’s underwriting, closings, loan portfolio and policy, tax credit projects, reporting and monitoring, CRM platform interface, and impact-related monitoring. She supports the growth and success of community development projects and small businesses with financial evaluation, reporting and regulatory compliance support. Liz has 20 years of combined experience in the banking and governmental compliance and economic development industries. She has experience with transactional modeling, credit quality evaluation, state and federal program compliance, and covenant testing. Prior to joining MCC, Liz was responsible for the long-term management of multi-million dollar portfolios of loans, investments and credit enhancements at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and at private banks. Liz enjoys seeing the impact that MCC has made in numerous communities throughout Michigan including the restoration and renovation of historical buildings, bringing workforce housing to rural communities throughout the state and revamping the visual aesthetic of neighborhoods. Renovare Development would like to applaud Liz's efforts in bringing much needed restoration of historical buildings and new workforce housing to many areas across the state. Michigan Community Capital #Renovare #MichiganCommunityCapital #HistoricalRestoration #HistoricalRenovation #WorkforceHousing #AffordableHousing #MissingMiddle #WomenLead #WomenLeaders #EmergingLeaders

Meet the Homeowners of Dorsey Estates: Leah Bank's Story Renovare Development is proud to feature a series of posts on the recent homeowners at Dorsey Estates. Today we are happy to present Leah Banks.  Leah is a OP therapist at a substance abuse treatment center in Ypsilanti. She is currently getting her master’s degree in social work and will graduate this May. She always loved Ypsilanti having graduated from EMU. Her Mom graduated from there as well. Dorsey Estates will give her the opportunity to become a first time homeowner in the city she loves and currently works in. She is most excited about having her own space and being able to decorate her own home. In her words, "Just have somewhere to call my very own". Welcome to Dorsey Estates Leah! We are happy that you be able own your own home in the city you love. #MeetTheHomeowners #DorseyEstates #AffordableHomeownership #WorkforceHousing #CommunityStrength #Renovare #RenovareDevelopment #Ypsilanti #YpsiLiving #DowntownYpsi 

Meet the Homeowners of Dorsey Estates: James Spencer's Story Renovare Development is proud to feature a series of posts on the recent homeowners at Dorsey Estates. Today we are happy to present James Spencer.  James, a proud father of a 11 year old and an Ypsilanti resident for over 20 years, works in facilities management and in his spare time likes to write, create, and produce music. James felt that is was an incredible opportunity to own a home especially with the down payment assistance thatis being offered. James says "It means everything to have a place that me and my son can call our own, instead of having to rent". James loves living in Ypsilanti and Dorsey Estates will provide his family a community type environment conveniently located right in Depot Town. He is most excited about that he will finally have a new home and looking forward to meeting his new neighbors. Welcome to Dorsey Estates James! We are happy that you found a place you can call your own. #MeetTheHomeowners #DorseyEstates #AffordableHomeownership #WorkforceHousing #CommunityStrength #Renovare #RenovareDevelopment #Ypsilanti #YpsiLiving #DowntownYpsi #DepotTown #HistoricYpsilanti #WalkableYpsi

Renovare Development is proud to continue to present a series of posts featuring Women in Housing, Commercial Real Estate and Community Development. Today we take great pride in featuring Sandy Pearson, Real Estate Program Manager at the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM). Sandy joined CEDAM bringing 30 years of experience in the affordable housing industry. Serving as real estate program manager, Sandy collaborates on all aspects of CEDAM’s real estate development work, including Regional Housing Plan implementation support, delivery of their signature Real Estate Development Boot Camp, and supporting affordable housing advocacy work, with a focus on convening our members around issues related to the LIHTC program and the Qualified Allocation Plan. The team also supports MEDC’s Predevelopment Assistance grant program. Previously, Sandy spent 14 years as the President & CEO of Habitat for Humanity Michigan where she supported Michigan’s Habitat affiliates, launched innovative programs and businesses, and advocated for critical affordable housing and community development policies. Prior to that, she worked for MSHDA partnering with developers and operating the housing choice voucher Key to Own program helping people overcome barriers to realizing their goal of owning a quality home. Sandy has been a tremendous help to Renovare Development as we aim to make affordable housing more attainable throughout Michigan and we wish to thank her for her efforts. #RenovareDevelopment #Renovare #CEDAM #AffordableHousing #AffordableHousingAdvocacy #LIHTC #MEDC #HousingGrant #MissingMiddle #WomenLead #WomenLeaders #EmergingLeaders 

Meet the Homeowners of Dorsey Estates: Robin William's Story Renovare Development is proud to feature a series of posts on the recent homeowners at Dorsey Estates. These posts will be run every Monday and Friday. Today we are happy to present Robin Williams.  Robin is a cornerstone of her community. Robin, an Ypsilanti resident, works with special education students. She was searching for affordable housing and found Dorsey Estates. Robin says “it was amazing and surreal for me. It is like a long dormant dream has been awakened.” What is she most excited about, “I can paint the walls whatever color I want. I can invest in energy efficient shades for my windows.” Thank you Robin for what you do for the community and welcome to Dorsey Estates! #MeetTheHomeowners #DorseyEstates #AffordableHomeownership #WorkforceHousing #CommunityStrength #Renovare #RenovareDevelopment

Meet the Homeowners of Dorsey Estates: Shone’s Story Renovare Development is proud to feature a series of posts on the recent homeowners at Dorsey Estates. These posts will be run every Monday and Friday. Today we are happy to present the Keomahavong Family. We hope you enjoy these stories.   Shone is not just a homeowner; he’s a cornerstone of his community. As a dedicated member of the Washtenaw County Finance Department and a first-generation American from Laos, Shone dreams of building a better future in Ypsilanti with his wife, Samantha, and their children, Abel and Sarai. Battling a long commute from Warren to Ann Arbor every day, he knows that affordable, workforce housing is the key to reclaiming precious time and investing in a thriving community.   At Dorsey Estates, affordable homeownership transforms lives. It gives hardworking families like Shone’s the stability to put down roots, build strong neighborhoods, and create a foundation for success that benefits us all.   This is why affordable housing matters—it’s not just about homes; it’s about nurturing the heart of our communities.   #MeetTheHomeowners #DorseyEstates #AffordableHomeownership #WorkforceHousing #CommunityStrength #Renovare #RenovareDevelopment Shannon Morgan City of Ypsilanti Washtenaw County Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Michigan State Housing Development Authority

On behalf of everyone at Renovare Development we would like to wish everyone a Happy, Warm and Enjoyable Spring! #RenoveareDevelopment #Renovare #DorseyEstates #FraserSquare #MissingMiddle #WomenInHousing #EmergingLeaders #AffordableHousing #WorkforceHousing #MichiganHousing #CommunityLiving #HappySpring

Renovare Development is proud to continue to present a series of posts featuring Women in Housing, Commercial Real Estate and Community Development. Today we take great pride in featuring one of our own Lori Drumm, Controller for Renovare Development.    A proven financial professional with over 25 years of experience in multiple industries, Lori is the number cruncher who keeps us all in line. Lori is thrilled to be working for an organization that is having such a positive social impact on communities in Michigan. Lori has managed all financial responsibilities for entities with multiple subsidiaries and affiliate companies. She has a wealth of knowledge in all things finance: job cost reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, financial statement preparation and analysis, budgeting, inventory management, contracts management, and more.   Through her years working in multiple industries and for a wide variety of companies, she has also gained experience and knowledge in human resources, payroll and benefits, and business insurance.   Renovare Development is proud to have Lori as part of our team. She is an irreplaceable force in the industry and has an unwavering commitment toward making communities better. Thank you Lori for all you do.   #RenovareDevelopment #Renovare #WomenInHousing #WomenLead #WomenLeaders #AffordableHousing #WorkforceHousing #MichiganHousing #CommunityDevelopment #DorseyEstates #FraserSquare

Our own Shannon Morgan will be participating in the Michigan Municipal League’s Michigan Women in Municipal Government luncheon panel that will be taking place Tuesday, March 18 2025. The topic of discussion will be "Strong Communities: The Role of Women in Shaping Housing Moderator: Jennifer Acosta, Housing & Community Development Consultant, Housing Forward Panelists: Jaimelyn Neher, VP of Design, Hannah Architects Melissa Milton-Pung, Program Manager, Michigan Municipal League Shannon Morgan, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Renovare Development Join us to discover the powerful impact women are having on housing and development. As leaders, advocates, and innovators, women are reshaping the future of housing and community development. In this panel discussion, we’ll explore how women’s unique perspectives and contributions are driving the creation of more sustainable, affordable, and resilient communities in Michigan. For more information on attending go to: https://lnkd.in/ekUmxvXg #RenovareDevelopment #Renovare #HousingForward #HannahArchitects #MichiganMunicipalLeague #MML #BuildingCommunities #MissingMiddle #SustainableCommunities #ResilientCommunities #WomenInHousing #WomenLead #WomenLeaders Shannon Morgan