A series of community events and meetings were announced during a recent government meeting, highlighting local engagement and initiatives aimed at enhancing community well-being.

The Land Bank meeting is scheduled for Saturday, June 29, from 12 PM to 3 PM at the Atmosphere of Praise Community Center, located at 8615 Puritan. This meeting aims to address various community development issues.

In addition, a community walk is set for tomorrow morning from 8 AM to 9 AM at the University of Detroit Mercy's West McNichols Road Campus. Participants are encouraged to join regardless of their district affiliation. The event will include stretching exercises led by a representative from DMC Sinai Grace Hospital.

On June 17, a virtual community meeting will take place from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM, featuring the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs and the Department of Transportation. This meeting aims to inform residents about available resources and gather feedback on transportation-related matters.

A significant event this Saturday will be the unveiling of a street name change in honor of Dr. Otis Williams, the last surviving member of the Temptations, at the corner of Wisconsin and Santa Clara at 12 PM. This event is free and open to the public.

The Avenue of Fashion will also host a celebration of Juneteenth, encouraging support for local Black-owned businesses throughout the day.

For families, registration is open for the Little Putters youth group, aimed at children aged 5 to 7, with more information available through Detroit PAL.

Lastly, a meeting with the Great Lakes Water Authority is scheduled for June 26 at 5:30 PM at Eastlake Baptist Church. This meeting will address the proposed installation of a pump station in the Jefferson Chalmers community, inviting residents to participate in discussions about the project.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed about upcoming events and initiatives by signing up for email updates from local representatives.