Few states are as focused as Michigan in regenerating older downtowns. Michigan's Cool Cities initiative has gained nationwide attention.
In a companion program, Michigan has focused on eliminating blight in some of its most devastated downtowns. This Cities of Promise initiative focuses on each cities: Benton Harbor, Detroit, Flint, Hamtramck, Highland Park, Muskegon Heights, Pontiac and Saginaw.
In addition, the state's Main Street program has launched a Cultural Economic Development program. In four communities, the state is providing support to encourage economic development and downtown revitalization through arts and culture.
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