brewing storm?

Today is the start of uncharted territory. The State government has appointed an emergency city manager to oversee the next steps in trying to get Detroit righted again; or at least to stop the civic down slide. The city council doesn't know if it's relevant anymore, the citizens are unsure of what's next and in fact some people, Jesse Jackson, the most vocal, have called for civic unrest and revolt. The next month or so promises to be interesting and possibly a volatile time in the city's history. Stay tuned.

winter

Just got back from a quick, yet intense visit. Had a winter storm which always offers a unique perspective on the city landscape. Things become noticeable you never noticed before and other things become cloaked in a cover of snow and disregard. More photos soon.

back at it

discarded

It becomes immediately evident crossing county lines into Detroit how much garbage there is. Many parts of the city have become dumping grounds for all manner of unwanted stuff. Clothes, tires, boats, cars, paper, shoes, furniture and sometimes, as above...even animals.

help?

The next few weeks will be a crucial period in Detroit's history. The Governor of Michigan announced that he will appoint a "city manager" to tackle the fiscal crisis in the city. It's a lifeline thrown to the city that is important and desperately required..but ultimately may be too late. Nevertheless, it's a start and it might be the ignition that is needed to start the fire of renewal. Let's hope.