• Weeklong series of interactive events showcasing demolition and securing work in action
• Residents invited to experience live demonstrations, community engagement, and career opportunities  
• Initiative highlights the City’s ongoing work to improve public safety and strengthen neighborhoods

The City of Detroit Construction and Demolition Department (CDD) will host Neighborhood Safety Week from Monday, April 13 through Friday, April 17.

Neighborhood Safety Week highlights the essential role demolition and securing play in protecting public safety, removing blight, and strengthening neighborhoods across Detroit. Through a week of coordinated community engagement, residents will have the opportunity to see this work up close, connect directly with CDD teams, and better understand how these efforts impact their communities.

This marks the first time the department is combining two signature initiatives, Demo Week and Securing Week, into one coordinated week of activity. These events have historically been held separately and are designed to highlight the work and impact of department teams while strengthening engagement with the community.  

“This work is about keeping Detroiters safe and making neighborhoods stronger,” said Director Tim Palazzolo, Construction and Demolition Department. “Whether it’s removing dangerous structures or securing vacant homes, both play a critical role in reducing blight and improving quality of life. Neighborhood Safety Week gives residents a chance to see that work up close and connect directly with our team.”

This work supports the City’s broader focus on public safety, neighborhood revitalization, and expanding economic opportunity for Detroit residents. 

WHAT: Neighborhood Safety Week is a series of interactive events designed to educate, engage, and connect residents with the work happening across the city. Events include a live residential demolition, a community blight tour, a citywide career and resource fair, youth engagement in the skilled trades, and a live board-up demonstration.

WHEN: Monday, April 13 through Friday, April 17

EVENT SCHEDULE:

Monday, April 13 Donuts and Demo Day Experience a live residential demolition and hear directly from the team leading the work. Residents can enjoy coffee and donuts while learning how demolition is safely and strategically carried out. Time and location to be announced  

Tuesday, April 14 CDD Blight Fight Community Cruise Join CDD, block clubs, and community partners for a neighborhood tour highlighting how the City identifies and addresses blight block by block. 5 p.m. | District 1  

Wednesday, April 15 Citywide Career and Resource Fair Connect with construction and skilled trades employers, explore career opportunities with the City of Detroit, and access employment resources. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Northwest Activities Center, 18100 Meyers Rd

Thursday, April 16 CDD Youth Trades Lab Students will gain hands-on exposure to the skilled trades, meet industry professionals, and learn about career pathways that support Detroit’s future workforce. Not open to the public

Friday, April 17 Brownies and Board Up Watch a live demonstration of how vacant homes are secured to reduce neighborhood hazards and learn why this work is critical to public safety. Time and location to be announced.