082225 ~ The Changing Face of Downtown Ann Arbor - Ashley Schafer


Author: Cumulus Media Detroit August 22, 2025 Duration: 12:47
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082225 ~ The Changing Face of Downtown Ann Arbor - Ashley Schafer

August 22, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Ashley Schafer, Executive Director with The Main Street Area Association of Ann Arbor. The Ann Arbor region is facing business closures due to employee retention, rent increases, and fluctuating foot traffic. Downtown Ann Arbor is seeing increased weekend visitors, but a decrease during the weekdays when many businesses have shifted to remote work.

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