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The City of Pontiac Community Benefits Advisory Committee met on August 28, 2026, to discuss the redevelopment project at 94 Dwight Avenue, which involves transforming a long-vacant building into affordable housing. The developers presented details on the project cost, financing structure including a $3 million tax increment financing (TIF) abatement over 30 years, and commitments to local hiring and small business inclusion. The project aims to provide 29 affordable apartments with rents at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) and includes a $25,000 developer contribution over five years toward city housing initiatives. The committee reviewed the community benefits agreement, emphasizing accountability measures such as reporting requirements and clawbacks if commitments are not met. After public comments and discussion, the committee voted to recommend that the $25,000 contribution be allocated to senior housing and to forward the project proposal to city council for approval.