Angela Whitfield Calloway

Go-getter. Mother of four. Spelman Alumna. AKA 💕💚. Proud Detroiter. Detroit City Council Member for District 2

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

We can start by reexamining the restrictive and regressive preemption laws at the state level - which has, by design, kept Detroit in arrested development for nearly half a century.

I would be happy to work with the administration on building a Detroit for the 21st Century.

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

In order for the City of Detroit to properly build and sustain population growth, we need a Right of Self Determination agenda.

[Sam Robinson @samueljrob]

Former Whitmer growth chief Hillary Doe is leading this Move Detroit effort, which is collaborating with different organizations, Dan Gilbert says. He’s matching every dollar contributed by partner organizations, he says. The group is announcing a neighborhood ambassador program.

[Strong Towns Detroit @strongerdetroit]

This is the kind of energy we need from our elected officials on the issue of safety and traffic violence. Thank you @CMAWCalloway!

[Sam Robinson @samueljrob]

The 13th Congressional District Democratic Party is endorsing these candidates in the Aug. 5 primary: Solomon Kinloch, Jr., Janice Winfrey
Council at-large: Coleman Young II, Mary Waters
D-2: Angela Whitfield Calloway
D-3: Scott Benson
D-4: Latisha Johnson
D-5: Michael Richard
D-7: Regina Ross

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

Looks like the only place the Ilitches are prepared to break ground. #DistrictDetroit

[Ben Fidelman @bfidelman]

One of the league's best ballparks is getting even better.

#RepDetroit

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

Have you ever wondered why all new builds look exactly the same?

As the first and ONLY UNESCO City of Design in the US, we fall flat on both architectural vision, standards, and attraction.

https://t.co/cJbZhF7z5Q

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

Worth revisiting our BRT/Rail inquiry submitted last summer.

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

If I were Reimagining transit in the City of Detroit, it would include more than just 0.3mi of Dedicated Bus Lanes but ALSO the WILL to step in the future and build a Light Rail system to connect our residents.

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

As of this year Detroit has less than 1mi of dedicated bus rapid transit and less than 8mi of rail btwn the Qline and PeopleMover. This is a policy failure.

We will continue to advocate for greater transit investments and policies that support transit innovation.

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

If we want to provide Detroiters with better service, attract businesses, and attract future investment, we do so by growing our transit network.

Rail and bus should be our priorities and yet we've put all our eggs in the AV/EV basket. We need better.

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[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

Eliminating parking minimums in Detroit is a conversation that is long overdue.

Not only will it allow for better use of land but helps provide affordable housing, expansion of transit, and it relieves burden on taxpayers to get things done.

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[Malachi Barrett @PolarBarrett]

People earning more than $100,000 comprise 71% of the national spending on entertainment fees and admissions. More than a third (35%) of the spending is by people earning more than $200,000.

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

Lets get Detroit on this list.

Not only is walkability a great indicator of a sustainable city but its a sign that when we invest in our social infrastructure we can all reap the economic and health benefits that come with it.

[YIMBYLAND @YIMBYLAND]

20 most walkable cities in the US according to Conde Nast.

Discuss.

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

A reminder that in 2014 a county executive admitted to a deliberate, multi-decade scheme to embargo the City of Detroit.

Detroiters not only deserve an apology but some form of economic restitution for irreparable harm done.

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[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

Detroit isn't a suburb so it shouldn't be designed like one.

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

How we provide and enforce tax abatements in this city needs to be revamped.

As $$$ amounts for developments grow and the need to ensure community benefits before, during, and after construction, our approach to these asks matter.

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

Alternative headline: When billionaire makes pitch on mass transit, people listen.

Kudos to all the transit advocates who work tirelessly on elevating the needs of expanding mass transit for Detroit and the region.

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[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

According to the NHSTA, cars account for almost $115 BILLION in property damage on average a year across the country!

When we negate road design and pedestrian safety, we're not only being fiscally irresponsible but we're putting lives at risk.

[FOX 2 Detroit @FOX2News]

Driver crashes into The Fillmore theater in Downtown Detroit https://t.co/Ijt6NQdQaJ

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

Here are my thoughts regarding MDOT's plan for I-375:

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

Even more of a reason why we need an Amusement Tax.

[City of Detroit @CityofDetroit]

Detroit is one of only four metropolitan areas with a team in each of the four major pro sports leagues (NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB) that plays within the boundaries of the principal city. And our venues are within a few blocks of each other.

Photographer📸: @photosbyjoeyd on IG

[Angela Whitfield Calloway @CMAWCalloway]

Join us this Monday as we discuss the means to make our business corridors more self sufficient. #Detroit