Groundbreaking at new Canton Town Square celebrated
The official groundbreaking for the next phase of the $9.5 million development in Cherry Hill Village was celebrated by Canton Township officials last week. The new Town Square at Cherry Hill will include a variety of improvements and investments, officials said, designed to make the area a regional destination and community gathering space.
Canton Supervisor Anne Marie Graham-Hudak spoke to the assembled crowd at the groundbreaking ceremony which included remarks by Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans, as well as U. S. Representative Debbie Dingell (MI-06). Additional dignitaries in attendance included Terry Campbell, regional manager of the Office of U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Yosif Hecham, regional coordinator at the Office of U.S. Senator Gary Peters and Michigan State Representative Ranjeev Puri (Dist. 21).
“Canton’s Town Square at Cherry Hill is designed to not only bring the entire community together, but to also be a regional destination,” said Graham-Hudak. “This is not the first groundbreaking in Canton Township in the last three years, and it won’t be the last. There will truly be something for everyone when complete—restaurants, recreation, retail, entertainment and more. Canton’s investment in this area will continue to attract development to the community, creating jobs and growth. The revitalization of this area has been a long time coming and couldn’t have been possible without funding from the American Rescue Plan Act at both the federal and county level.”
Funding for these enhancements comes from the township and appropriations from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021-State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (ARPA/SLFRF).
“One of my primary objectives has been to improve access to – and the quality of – our county parks and recreational facilities,” said Evans. “Specifically, I have wanted to improve access to these facilities for underserved communities that are often those most in need of safe and healthy recreational outlets. The Cherry Hills Village Renewal Project is an excellent representation of my vision for an enhanced parks and recreational experience for all Wayne County residents.”
Presentations ended with remarks from Dingell.
“It’s important for our community to have a central space to come together, to spend time outside, and to enjoy all that Canton has to offer. I’m proud to have helped secure federal funding for Cherry Hill Village and look forward to continuing to work with Supervisor Anne Marie Graham-Hudak and all our other partners on this project,” she said.
Canton officials noted the project would not have been possible without the support of Wayne County Commissioner Melissa Daub (Dist. 10).
“The revitalization of Cherry Hill Village aligns perfectly with our broader vision for a vibrant and sustainable Canton,” Daub said in a prepared statement. “By focusing on family-friendly amenities and a thriving commercial district, we can create a true town center that serves residents’ needs while fostering a strong local economy. This will not only enhance Canton’s appeal but also make it a more welcoming and convenient place to live, work, and play.”
Canton Clerk Michael Siegrist, who was instrumental in moving the redevelopment of Cherry Hill Village forward, characterized the project as a step into the future.
“For decades we’ve been waiting for the Village to deliver a livable-walkable community with vibrant public events and spaces. This groundbreaking marks a giant step in the direction of a connected downtown, centered around people and not vehicles. The energy around this project will transform the future of Canton, eventually providing residents with local and unique shopping, dining, and cultural options,” Siegrist said.
Several of the Town Square at Cherry Hill projects are expected to be completed in Spring 2025, officials said.
