Desmond Landing Site Development

Acheson Ventures is seeking to sell 40 acres of land on the waterfront in downtown Port Huron. The property is located in a tax saving Opportunity Zone in a prominent waterfront location in the City of Port Huron. Development of the site would not only create construction jobs, it would create permanent jobs after development; and result in significant new tax base into the region. A proposed concept plan newly created highlights numerous development options including a lifestyle center, waterfront housing, recreation and expanded waterfront access and amenities.

Regional Trails & Greenways Implementation

Numerous studies from around the county demonstrate that trails increase the value of nearby properties, boost spending at local businesses, influence business location decisions, make communities more attractive places to live and promote healthy activity. They also provide additional transportation options, and positively contribute to the overall quality of life in a community. The ultimate goal of this initiative is to complete Bridge to Bay Trail and Wadhams to Avoca trail networks, which include connecting to the Macomb Orchard Trail and Great-Lake-to-Lake Trail. A completed trail network can potentially attract new residents and tourists and connect assets in our downtowns and communities.

Robotics Practice Field & Makerspace

Currently St. Clair County robotics teams are sileod in space provide by their school or limited to space donated by a few local companies. Development of a robotics practice field, makerspace and lab would provide the teams with needed space deserving of their talents, and help our region nurture and develop a future workforce in STEM focused careers.

Development of a Regional Watershed Center

Water restoration and protection are important for our community's quality of life. St. Clair County is attractive for its sport fishing, scuba diving, duck hunting, sailing, paddling, freighter watching and St. Clair County's prestigious national water trail, the Island Loop (Michigan's first national water trail). Healthy watersheds provide many ecosystem services (water filtration, nutrient recycling, recreation, food) that are necessary for our social, health and economic well -being and provide multiple positive long-term economic impacts.