County accepts $100,000 state grant to study redevelopment options in Romeo after Ford plant closure
Oct 7, 2026
The committee recommended a county budget amendment to accept a $100,000 state grant that will fund placemaking and land-use recommendations in the Village of Romeo tied to the Fort Romeo plant closure; presenter said no local match was required.
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The committee recommended a budget amendment to accept a $100,000 grant from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity through a community growth program to support placemaking and land-use recommendations in the Village of Romeo. Presenter explained the grant was submitted because of the Fort Romeo plant closure and said there is no match requirement for this award.
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