Nine West PILOT

Director of the Renaissance Vineyard food pantry, urged approval of the PILOT, citing the need for working-class housing and praising developer Mike Ferlito.

Ferndale resident and member of Metropolitan Community Church of Detroit (the prospective buyer of the Renaissance building) voiced support for the housing development.

Supported affordable housing but warned that 'attainable isn't affordable,' asking for accountability, adequate parking, and dignity for lower-income renters.

Renaissance Vineyard board member said the developer committed to repaving the church/pantry parking lot and asked the council to approve the project.

Housing commission president and Shepherd House resident said Ferndale needs attainable housing at many price points and supported the project.

Church bookkeeper and business owner supported the project, noting the developer's commitment to repaving the pantry parking lot.