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Revitalizing Detroit: How LeJaun Counts is Driving Neighborhood Transformation
In this episode, we sit down with LeJaun Counts, Detroit’s Director of Demolition, Capital Projects, and Facilities, to discuss how her groundbreaking work is reshaping the city and boosting property values. With a career spanning over 26 years, LeJaun has been at the forefront of Detroit’s transformation, using demolition as a powerful tool for community revitalization.
LeJaun shares how her leadership in Detroit’s demolition program—one of the largest in the nation—is turning blighted properties into opportunities for growth. From the success of Proposal N to her proactive approach to preventing future blight, her efforts are restoring property values, reducing burdens on residents, and setting a new standard for city services.
As the only Black woman director of demolition in the U.S., LeJaun also reflects on breaking barriers, empowering women in construction, and creating pathways to wealth and stability for Detroit neighborhoods.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- How Detroit’s demolition program is boosting property values and improving neighborhoods.
- The impact of Proposal N and how it’s addressing blight ahead of schedule.
- LeJaun’s vision for a proactive approach to preventing future property decline.
- Advice for professionals looking to make a lasting impact in their communities.
Learn how Detroit is turning challenges into opportunities and revitalizing neighborhoods for generations to come. Tune in now!
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