ROCHESTER HILLS, MI-A plan for the former Letica plant, which would have seen a new city public works building built on the site, has died, Rochester Hills officials say. The 22 acres will likely be sold for another industrial use.

WATERFORD TOWNSHIP, MI-Summit Place has a 40% vacancy rate, but the Los Angeles-based owners believe they'll have a $50-million redevelopment plan in place by Thanksgiving that will turn its fortunes around.

DETROIT-The Bay Mills Tribe plans to build three casinos, including two in Chippewa County, following John Engler's settlement of a land dispute. However, Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick vows to fight the deal in the US Congress.

DETROIT-Grubb and Ellis notes the Livingston County area is seeing growth in population and building as development moves west from Detroit and suburbs. It's enough for the company to start tracking the industrial market.

PONTIAC, MI-The diner, which operates out of a vacant railroad car, must be moved to allow construction of a Quality Suites Hotel and Conference Center and retail, office and loft projects.

TROY, MI-Plans for a medical office at Livernois Avenue and South Boulevard is approved by the city council, while two condominiums projects are going through state hearings for wetland waivers.

MAYVILLE, MI-Fowler Center needs a new $2-million activities center, as well as new and remodeling projects expected to cost $5, to take care of more than 4,000 visitors a year.

DETROIT-Grubb and Ellis notes the Livingston County area is seeing growth in population and building as development moves west from Detroit and suburbs. It's enough for the company to start tracking the industrial market.