Drive Jackson Vision Plan

Jackson County is getting recognized nationally for affordable living opportunties.

Prospective homebuyers should check out these 8 cities with budget-friendly incentives Many rural cities across the US are offering significant cash incentives to attract new residents.

Learn more about the Build In Jackson program through Drive Jackson! Alexie Milukhin's story is highlighted on the latest episode of the Experience Jackson Podcast. Listen at https://www.experiencejackson.com/plan-your-trip/podcast/

https://www.wlns.com/jackson/build-in-jackson-young-home-ownership-program-launches/

‘Build in Jackson’ housing, workforce growth program launches JACKSON, Mich. (WLNS) — The City of Jackson is looking to tackle two challenges at once — housing and workforce growth — as part of the new a new designed to help younger Michigan…

https://www.mlive.com/news/jackson/2026/03/nascar-tickets-lunch-with-the-mayor-among-incentives-to-build-a-home-in-jackson.html

NASCAR tickets, lunch with the mayor among incentives to build a home in Jackson The Build In Jackson program offers down payment assistance and perks including YMCA memberships, golf passes and dinner with a state representative to attract new residents

https://www.cityofjackson.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/1365

BUILD IN JACKSON • Jackson, MI Build In Jackson is a new initiative designed to attract and retain young professionals in Jackson County. Qualified participants may receive $40,000 to $60,000 in down payment assistance toward newly constructed homes through the City of Jackson’s 100 Homes program, along with access to community...

The new Build In Jackson program offers qualified participants up to $60,000 (while funds last) in down payment assistance toward newly constructed homes through the City of Jackson’s 100 Homes program. Selected participants will gain access to a curated package of professional, recreational and community experiences designed to help build their lives in Jackson. Link in comments.

We had an excellent conversation and great feedback today with the community of Concord at Trail Head Coffee Shop during our coffee hour. Look at our events for the next two, coming up next week in Jackson and East Jackson.

Read about the Drive Jackson Vision Plan in this month's issue of the Southside Business Journal at https://issuu.com/southsidebusinessjournal/docs/southside_business_journal_march_2026_vol_i_no_7

https://www.wilx.com/2026/02/26/jackson-action-20-year-vision-plan-drive-jackson-revealed/?fbclid=IwZnRzaAQTmVdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeA9YwrcAH_jxOeXsfnqUfN4JkUmep-sA-lV6TBWdi0bkS58RhTqfhmqxjDHo_aem_65wXDO6Tqv3Gky7L5ll5GA

Jackson In Action: 20-year vision plan ‘Drive Jackson’ revealed The plan articulates a shared community vision for the future, identifying core values and priorities that reflect the needs of residents.

https://www.wlns.com/jackson/jackson-chamber-hosts-drive-jackson-community-sessions/

Jackson Chamber hosts ‘Drive Jackson’ community sessions JACKSON, Mich. (WLNS) — The new “Drive Jackson” vision plan for the county’s 20-year future is now taking shape, and officials say the plan is set to touch everything from h…