Sunday, October 5, 2025

October 2nd, 2025 Escanaba City Council Meeting: Condos, Tourism and Redevelopment on the Path to Investment and Growth

There are several important developments to pay attention to here, as they could create opportunities for community improvement. Housing investments and the refurbishment of older properties are of particular interest to me. Watching videos like this help encourage awareness of city activities for people who want to start-businesses or investors that seek to create new opportunities. This town has seen a lot of development in recent years and is connecting to the market as place to do business with a hometown appeal. They are bucking market trends creating something important. Running in the black. The process is wonderful to watch.

A few things, 

Encouraging the updating and redevelopment of existing properties can have a powerful effect on the community. As buildings age, they can be restored and given new life. Our city has many beautiful homes and historic structures, and several downtown buildings could be purchased and renovated for housing, retail spaces, or start-UPs (I thought the term "start-UPs" seems pretty cool. You can also read about Investing and Start-ups). The more we invest in updating homes and storefronts, the greater the overall appeal and vibrancy of the area.

There is also ongoing discussion about new homes and condominium developments in the area. A few properties are currently for sale, which could attract new residents and generate additional tax revenue for the city. Condominiums, in particular, tend to draw people who actively contribute to the local economy and community life—some year-round and others seasonally. If these properties are located within existing residential areas and enhance the neighborhood’s visual appeal and property values, they are well worth consideration.

A new tourism boat will be coming in. That makes three charter lines that like to visit the town, history, cultural, outdoors and other events. As more tourist ships come, you may find new tourism activities, and an effort to attract more ships and visitors. The airport being another way to attract additional tourists. The marina has been on the upswing and there is discussion on a resteraunt. 

Oct. 2nd Esky City Council Agenda

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