^ I was surprised to learn that too. But I can believe it. TC, Grand Traverse County, and that whole region in general is booming right now. Even though the city proper boasts a modest population of around 16,000, the Traverse City metro population is around 160,000, and that number swells in the summer tourist months (according to Google, the region's summer population increases 78%, most of that with overnight visitors, so you start to approach 300,000 people milling about the general vicinity). Most people drive there for work or for fun, but there is enough wealth flowing through the area that I'm sure both private and commercial flights are an attractive option for business and pleasure.
Here's another TC project that is wrapping up -
The new TC Senior Center has been in the works since before the pandemic. Situated at
801 E Front Street (right along the waterfront on the west bay, on the same site as the current senior center), it is scheduled to open in early 2025 -
Quote:
After Years-Long Wait, New Senior Center Set to Open February 3
Beth Milligan | The Ticker
December 20, 2024
Following years of planning, fundraising, and design and engineering work, the new Traverse City Senior Center is set to open its doors February 3. Construction of the $10 million waterfront facility on East Front Street – which broke ground 15 months ago – is almost complete, with a certificate of occupancy expected next week. Leaders say they’re excited for the expanded opportunities the property will offer both area seniors and the public as a city park...
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These are older renderings and plans, but they generally convey the project intent -
Source:
Grand Traverse County | Environment Architects