UDCA Board Election Results

Jan 7, 2026 | UDCA Board Updates

We are pleased to announce and extend our congratulations to the five individuals selected as new members of the University District Community Association Board of Directors for the 2026-2028 term.

Margrit Allen

Christina Carroll

Dinah Dittman

Jonathan Glymph

Kathleen Samul

We are grateful for all of the households who voted and contributed to the election process, with special thanks to Jeff Dittman, Danielle Bean Jackson, Cathy Lee, Winston Lee, Aimee Ridella, Cassandra Spratling, and Cynthia Shore Banks for helping to distribute the election packets.

Last Call for Homes!

by Taylor Ficht | February 20, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Be Part of the 2026 UDCA Historic Home Tour! The UDCA Historic Home Tour is one of our neighborhood’s most beloved traditions, celebrating the history, architecture, and beauty of the University District. Beyond showcasing our lovely community, the proceeds made from...

UDCA Membership Update – March

by Taylor Ficht | February 20, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

By the end of February 2026, UDCA’s membership was about 360 households. Our goal this year is 500; and we appreciate each contribution. About 200 households’ memberships have lapsed. Reminder postcards and emails are being delivered in March, asking you to renew. The...

Senior Citizen Solid Waste (Garbage Fee) Discount

by Taylor Ficht | February 20, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The City of Detroit may provide a discount to homeowners who are at least 65 years old and have a Principal ResidenceExemption on file. The Solid Waste Fee is $270.00. Qualifying Seniors will receive a 50% discount of $135.00. If you continue to own and occupy the...

Tips to Keep Your Car Safer at Home

by Taylor Ficht | February 20, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Park off-street [in our neighborhood, parking in the garage is safest...two thefts from garages reported in twenty years, and there were special circumstances facilitating these thefts]. If that isn't possible, the furthest in, most obstructed...

UDCA Hosts March Mixer!

by Taylor Ficht | February 20, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The UDCA Social Committee will kick off it’s 2026 calendar with a March Mixer at The Wildemere. Join your neighbors to mix and mingle! No cost to attend. UDCA will provide select appetizers, but guests can purchase additional food and drinks at their leisure. First 25...

20th Century-Style Fun at The Senate Theatre

by Taylor Ficht | January 28, 2026 | Local Events | 0 Comments

Detroit’s Senate Theater, designed by architect Christian Brandt and owned for several years by University District resident, Ben Cohn, opened 100 years ago at 6424 Michigan Avenue. It was and is mainly a movie theater; it also presents concerts and events. The Senate...

Snow Removal

by Taylor Ficht | January 28, 2026 | UDCA Board Updates | 0 Comments

The Special Assessment District Committee retains a contractor to handle snow and ice as noted below: When there is prolonged snow accumulation amounting to three (3) or more inches, thecontractor will push snow to the sides of our streets. Snow will not be...

UDCA Membership Update – February

by Taylor Ficht | January 28, 2026 | UDCA Board Updates | 0 Comments

As we entered 2026, UDCA’s membership was at 410 households! Our goal this year is 500; and we appreciate each contribution. Over the course of this year, the Membership Committee will enhance collaboration with other volunteer committee activities to bring more...

University of Detroit Mercy Presents “Poor Clare”

by Taylor Ficht | January 28, 2026 | Local Events | 0 Comments

Detroit Mercy Theatre Company continues celebrating the inaugural season of the new Detroit Mercy Black Box Theatre with Poor Clare by Chiara Atik, a hilarious and anachronistic retelling of the true story of St. Clare of Assisi. Set in Italy in 1211, the play follows...

Free Tax Preparation Assistance in Detroit

by Taylor Ficht | January 28, 2026 | Resident Resources | 0 Comments

The City of Detroit has organized hundreds of trained volunteers to help residents correctly file theirtaxes and get back all the money they are owed this tax season. The free tax help is available topeople who make $69,000 or less per year. Locations near the...

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