Land banks prove their power — if used correctly

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Land banks have proven to be a powerful economic development tool since the Michigan Legislature’s adoption of the Land Bank Fast Track Act nearly 20 years ago. The 2003 Act was a package of tax and economic development bills that created land banks and gave them a number of powers … Read More

CCLBA lists historic Battle Creek home for sale

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CCLBA lists historic Battle Creek home for sale 1800s Victorian home at 26 Fremont St. listed for $119,000 BATTLE CREEK, Mich. – The Calhoun County Land Bank Authority today announced the 1800s Victorian home at 26 Fremont St. in Battle Creek is for sale. A labor of love for the Land Bank and … Read More

Demolition of Union Steel building in Albion to resume this week

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Project was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic MARSHALL, Mich. – The Calhoun County Land Bank Authority (CCLBA) today announced demolition would resume this week on the Union Steel building in Albion. The project was halted following Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s “Stay Home, Stay Safe” Executive Order on March 23. A portion of … Read More