Art On The Ile

Art On The Ile

The Grosse Ile Downtown Development Authority is pleased to present the public art program, Art on the Ile. The program includes several sculpture displays and murals along downtown Macomb Street.

Art on the Ile aims to enrich the Grosse Ile community by integrating a wide range of art into public spaces. The Grosse Ile DDA believes that art in a public setting is vital to establishing an inspired and thriving community. The program hopes to create an inspired environment for residents, while also encouraging visitors to experience all that Grosse Ile has to offer.


“The goal of the Art on the Ile Program is to preserve and enrich the character that makes Grosse Ile such a unique community. We hope to inspire residents through the various art installations while also recognizing the work of local artists through the program” said Allie McAughey, Art on the Ile Program Consultant.


In the program’s 2022 inaugural debut, local artists, Dustin Cook and Michelle Tanguay will be painting murals. In addition, Erik and Israel Nordin, Timothy Southward and Brian Nelson will present a variety of sculptures. Residents are encouraged to visit and enjoy the art installations that will be available at Lyons Park, Ever-Ready Cleaners, Sully’s BBQ, Pop Up Platter and the Grosse Ile Nature and Land Conservancy.

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Businesses

10,682

Population

$113,644

Median Household Income

53

Average Resident Age

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DDA Master Plan

  1. Analyze Existing Conditions
  2. Activate Macomb Street Through a Public Engagement Process
  3. Identify Public Improvements For a Design Enhancement Plan
  4. Develop a Public Arts Plan

Master Plan 2020

Economic Enhancement Strategy

The Grosse Ile Township Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was established in 1992 as a tool to promote economic growth and

development within the Macomb Street

business district. Under State Law, the DDA may capture tax increment revenues and expend funds toward economic development-related initiatives within the DDA District boundaries. 

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DDA TIF Plan

The Downtown Development Authority was first conceived in 1991 as a result of Mike Johnson's desire to develop a more viable downtown district on Macomb Street, the heart of Grosse lle's business district. In 1992 Supervisor Bruce Sells appointed the first board of the DDA.


The purpose of DDA is to attract people to Macomb Street. The DDA looks forward to Macomb being the place to walk, gather as a community, or simply visit.

DDA TIF Plan

Facade Improvement Grant

The Grosse Ile Township Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was created to

grow, strengthen & promote the economic health and vitality of our downtown business

district on Macomb Street, while generating a greater connection with our residents and

island guests. The purpose of the DDA is to attract people and businesses to Macomb

Street.


Our Grant program provides funding to owners of new businesses moving to the DDA

District or existing businesses that expand or improve their current presence within the

district.


A maximum of $5,000.00 will be awarded to Grant Recipients.

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