NFWF Grant Profile

Conservation Program(s):
Southeast Michigan Resilience Fund
Project Title: Enhancing Green Stormwater Infrastructure for Public Spaces in Southeast Michigan
Organization:
Friends of the Rouge
Project ID:
2008.23.078197
Description:

Enhance existing public spaces in underserved communities using placemaking strategies including bioretention features to create habitat and control stormwater runoff, while building capacity for municipalities to expand green stormwater infrastructure in public spaces. Project will build 6,150 square feet of bioretention with amenities and launch an integrated series of engagement activities designed to reduce barriers adopting green stormwater infrastructure in public spaces.

Award Amount:
$316021.09
Location:
South End, Dearborn, Redford Township in Wayne County and Rouge River Watershed, Southeast Michigan