Sidewalk Repair Program

May 27, 2026 | Resident Resources

Mayor Mary Sheffield launches a $9.5 million program to eliminate Detroit’s backlog of necessary sidewalk repairs.

Residents are encouraged to identify and report all broken and uneven sidewalks for repair and replacement.

Help improve the safety, accessibility and walkability in our neighborhood.

Use the Sidewalk Map to report all damaged sidewalks by selecting the nearest address and submitting the related form.

Estate Planning & Minor Home Repair Program

A program to help senior homeowners protect their home, plan for the future and preserve generational wealth through free estate planning services and minor home repairs has been funded by Enterprise. Program Guidelines Program Application

City Wide Blight Patrol

Residents are invited to join Councilmember Calloway and the Detroit Police Department to join the City Wide Blight Patrol. Orientation for interested residents is on June 29th from 4:00pm-6:00pm at the Adams Butzel Recreation Center.

Summer Discovery Program – United Way

Ballmer Group generously funds Summer Discovery, allowing Rising K – Rising 10th grade students to attend free high-quality education programs during the summer. Programs are provided at no cost to families and feature fun and engaging learning experiences to support...

Home Tour Promo Team Volunteers Needed!

Want to support the Home Tour? Join the Home Tour Promo Team and help spread the word about our September event! Volunteers are needed to staff promo tents at upcoming events like the Palmer Park Art Fair, Eastern Market, and more. Questions? Contact Taylor Ficht at...

Motor City Makeover 2026

Motor City Makeover 2026 was a success! In May, the Beautification Team made great progress in getting the UDCA planter boxand flower beds cleaned up and ready for growth, beauty and habitat and food forpollinators and birds!UDCA participated in Detroit’s Motor City...

Membership Update

By April 15, 2026, UDCA’s membership was about 400 households, an increase fromthe end-of-February figure of 360! Our goal this year is 500; and we appreciate eachcontribution. About 160 households’ memberships have lapsed. Reminder postcardsand emails are being...

Call for Beautification Committee Volunteers!

UDCA Beautification Committee 2026 needs volunteers Spring through Fall People of all ages and experience levels are welcome. You don’t need a “Green Thumb” to help out, but if you have skills and knowledge to share, great!Details below; please contact the Co-Chairs...

Easter Egg Hunting in Palmer Park

The Detroit Police Department's 12th Precinct is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt at Palmer Park on Saturday, April 4th from 11am-3pm. RSVP to Sgt. McGhee at (313) 596-1221 or mcgheel764@detroitmi.gov

Electronic Waste Recycling Day to Benefit The Detroit Zoo

April 18th-19th from 9am – 12 pmEarn up to Two Free Zoo Tickets for RecyclingBring your old, unwanted electronics to the Detroit Zoo’s 10 Mile Road parking lot and earn free admission Zoo tickets while you help protect wildlife habitats. Location8450 W. 10 Mile Road,...

Detroit Home Repair Programs

Owners and occupants of homes in the City of Detroit are able to apply for Home Repair Assistance Program and may be eligible for free home repairs. The application period closes on March 22, 2026. For more information: Call (866) 313-2520 or Email...