David Carleton with Stuart-Pitman provided an overview of the exciting Detroit Boathouse plan for Belle Isle and Don DeFoe with DTE Energy provided and update on DTE Energy Efficiency Initiative

Capuchin Soup Kitchen provided an overview of their organization, volunteer and support opportunities and their planned renovations.

Bedrock Detroit presented an Overview of the new Cosm and the City of Detroit presented the 3rd Annual Legacy Business Grant Program.

The Rivertown Detroit Association had a presentation by the Detroit Pistons and the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation on the WNBA coming to Rivertown Detroit.

The Rivertown Detroit Association had two very important updates for Rivertown Detroit: an update on the I-375 project, now underway, presented by Jon Loree, MDOT P.E. Senior Project Manager, and the next steps for the Rivertown Business Improvement Zone project, presented by Josh Elling, CEO of Jefferson East, Inc.

Members of the Rivertown Detroit Association enjoyed an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to the U.S. Coast Guard Station–Detroit Sector for an update and onboard tour of the Cutter Bristol Bay . Guests gained fascinating insight into the Coast Guard’s vital work on the Great Lakes, from icebreaking to search and rescue. A sincere thank-you to our hosts for an informative and memorable evening along the riverfront.

The Rivertown Detroit Association set sail once again aboard the Diamond Jack’s Diamond Belle for our annual scholarship boat cruise, raising funds for graduating seniors at Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School. Despite July’s unexpected delay, this rescheduled voyage brought perfect weather, great company, and classic Detroit riverfront views—plus pizza, a lively crowd, and a few dance moves along the way. Thank you to everyone who joined us to support a great cause an

The Rivertown Detroit Association’s recent trackside gathering brought the excitement of the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix right to the heart of Rivertown. Guests joined Michael Montri, Grand Prix General Manager, and Letty Azar, Vice President of Community & Government Affairs for Penske Corporation, for an up-close look at what’s new for the 2025 race. From fresh driver insights to behind-the-scenes updates, the evening delivered pure racing energy—Zoom! Check out the highli

Kids Fishing Fest & Sturgeon Day joined together for the first time ever on Saturday, May 3 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Presented by the...

MDOT I-375 Update --Jon Loree, P.E., Michigan Department of Transportation Senior Project Manager updated us on the latest on the I-375 project, next steps, and future dates. MDOT I-375 overview, visit www.michigan.gov/i375

Detroit Grand Prix Update www.detroitgp.com/--Coming May 30th-June 1st with Letty Lazar, Penske Vice President of Government Affairs Plus A Special Interview with Diversified Members Credit Union dmcu.com CEO Ms. Satie Smith--From Cashier to CEO--A Very Special Journey

Thank you Chief Todd Bettison and the Detroit Police Department Green Light team for an informative, interesting and most educational...

Rivertown Detroit Association’s January 2025 Meeting was at Bob Maxey Ford . The meeting was focused on the Rivertown Detroit Business...

Rivertown Detroit Association’s December 2024 Meeting was at Schinkel Fine Art Gallery . Artists and entrepreneurs Linda Schinkel and son...

Rivertown Detroit Association’s November 2024 Meeting was at Christ Church Detroit. Our guest speaker was Tim Boscarino, AICP, City of Detroit Historic Preservation Planner with an overview of the new Detroit Historic Preservation Plan that is being considered to preserve our great city's historic buildings.

Rivertown Detroit Association’s October 2024 Meeting was at Steve's Soul Food. Our guest speaker was City of Detroit Deputy Mayor Todd...

Rivertown Detroit Association’s August 2024 Meeting was at JW Wescott Headquarters. To help celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the JW...

Rivertown Detroit Association’s July 2024 Meeting was for the Sailing for Scholarships. We raised money for deserving Senior Students at...