From Needs to Opportunities: Strategies for the West Willow Neighborhood

In the West Willow neighborhood of Ypsilanti Township, Michigan the dedicated volunteers of the New West Willow Neighborhood Association (NWWNA) work to help their neighborhood grow and thrive from within. Meanwhile, the nearby Willow Run plant site is poised for development that may bring jobs and resources to the area, which will undoubtedly impact neighborhood residents. This change could mark the start of a new, inspiring era for West Willow. The goal of this report is to help West Willow residents productively address change by clearly describing existing conditions and needs, and identifying opportunities for enhancement. The bulk of the report…