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Grosse Ile DDA advances Macomb Street social district plan; public meeting set for April 24
Summary
The Grosse Ile Township DDA reviewed a proposed Macomb Street social district under Michigan’s 2020 law, discussed boundaries, cup rules, signage and liability, and agreed to finalize a recommendation and resolution to send to the township board; a public meeting will be held at the VFW on April 24, 2025.
The Grosse Ile Township Downtown Development Authority reviewed a proposed Macomb Street social district and agreed to advance a recommendation and supporting resolution to the township board for state review. The DDA set a public meeting for 04/24/2025 at the VFW to present the proposal to residents and business owners.
Ross (DDA director) outlined the social district concept and Michigan’s enabling law, enacted in July 2020, which permits local governments to designate areas where customers may carry and consume alcohol purchased from participating establishments. He said the draft district would include Macomb Street businesses — Lloyd’s, Perdino’s, Sully’s, the Literary Hideaway (pending license), and Galindo’s (license pending) — and would cover Lions Park and Macomb Commons down to Nate’s Market.
Ross explained key rules under the proposal: alcoholic beverages must be purchased from a participating, licensed business;…
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