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Target Alpena presents semiannual economic update; DPI site auction and downtown activation among priorities

2943764 · January 21, 2025
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Mike Mahler of Target gave a wide‑ranging economic development update covering the DPI site auction, grant programs for small business, downtown activation options for the former Alpena Power site, and other business‑attraction activity; council voted to receive and file the report.

Mike Mahler, economic development director for Target, delivered the organization’s semiannual report to the Alpena City Council on Jan. 21, summarizing business recruitment, downtown redevelopment efforts and several active projects and prospects.

Mahler said an auction for the former DPI site was occurring the day of the meeting; he said Target stands ready to assist any new owner to redevelop the property. He also reported success pursuing a…

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