Celebrating Community and Beautification in Mexicantown
DETROIT, MI – [December 17th] – The Southwest Detroit Business Association (SDBA) and Mexicantown Main Street awarded four businesses up to $10,000 each to enhance their facades and beautify the neighborhood.
The awards were celebrated at The Goblin Detroit, a Mexicantown Main Street member who co-sponsored the event with their signature sushi options.
This year’s recipients include:
- Matrix Theatre Company: Owners Evita Koehler (zebra print) and Michael Koehler (black sweater and kaki pants) will be refreshing their venue’s mural with a project for community and arts as a destination.
- Candela: Owner Paula Anderanin (gray attire) will enhance her beloved event destination.
- Inkwell Partners (3620 Porter): Devon Caldwell and partner Luisa Caldwell (red sweater) brought fresh energy to Porter Street their new community coffee shop.
- Vernor Express Store: Owner Justin Mora polished this key corner store on Vernor.
Laura Chavez, SDBA President and CEO, praised the improvements: “These businesses uplift Mexicantown, creating a more welcoming and vibrant community.”
Also attending were José Maldonado, Mexicantown Main Street Advisor, and Noelia Gomez, SDBA’s Program Associate, key supporters of the initiative.
