Natural Area Preservation blog calls attention to the parks map now available on the city’s website. The choice of color for the placemarks is green. [Source]
Section: New Media Watch
Air sirens sounding in Pittsfield Township (Ann Arbor-Saline and Lohr).
The New York Times reports that the social safety net for the nation’s poorest is fraying. The article quotes UM economist Sheldon Danziger, who says that a mid-1990s overhaul of the welfare system which aimed to push single mothers into the workforce “makes sense when unemployment is 5 percent.But if you are out of work, the welfare system in a time of recession doesn’t have anything to offer.” [Source]
Want to know who to thank for getting July declared as Michigan Craft Beer Month? That would be state Rep. Rebekah Warren, D-Ann Arbor, the primary sponsor of House Resolution 117. The resolution states, in part: “Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body designate July 2009 as Michigan Craft Beer Month as a celebration of the contributions that Michigan craft brewers have made to the state’s communities, economy, and history; and be it further Resolved, That we commend Michigan craft brewers for providing jobs, improving the balance of trade, supporting Michigan agriculture, and educating residents about the history and culture of beer while promoting the responsible consumption of beer as a beverage of moderation.” [Source]
In an article about a proposed Main Street business improvement zone (BIZ), we incorrectly listed the corporate affiliation of Rob Spears, a member of the BIZ initiative’s transitional board. He is with Cabrio Properties. Additionally, Keith Orr is a tentative board member, but is not currently on the board. We also clarified that a portion of Liberty Street on either side of Main is included in the proposed BIZ district. We note the errors here, and have corrected the original article.
Downtown Ann Arbor
One of the best things about living in Ann Arbor is our fabulous, funky and always interesting downtown. Great shops, a cornucopia of restaurants, and of course, the best people-watching in town. See you downtown!
Useful online resources:
From the DDA: A downtown Ann Arbor walking map [.pdf] and parking info
From getDowntown: Info on walking, biking, or busing downtown
From the Ann Arbor Area CVB: Info on downtown Ann Arbor events
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