DETROIT – A Brightmoor resident who built a community gathering place on his Burgess Street property says years-long efforts to expand the park have stalled amid disputes with the city and a separate legal fight with the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department.
Michael Williams named the park after his late mother, Etheldra Mae Williams, and says it has become a neighborhood hub, hosting events ranging from live music to classic car shows.
“We’ve just been able to create opportunities for our vendors and for people who appreciate what it is that we’re doing here in the community,” Williams said…