06/12/2026
A project 8 years in the making! Yesterday, partners and community leaders came together to break ground at the site of Riverbend at Capital (formerly Project Blue Light).
The development will bring 80 new units of housing, an on-site childcare center, and new opportunities for families, employers, and our community.
This milestone reflects the power of partnership and a shared commitment to Battle Creek’s future. Together, we’re investing in housing, supporting workforce growth, and building a stronger community for generations to come.
As our President and CEO Joe Sobieralski stated in his remarks: "The work does not end today. In many ways, it begins today. The groundbreaking marks the first chapter of a larger story, one that will continue through future phases, future investments, and future opportunities for the people of Battle Creek."
Learn more about the project and see renderings at: https://www.edisoncommunitypartners.com/project/project-blue-light
A special thank you to our partners: Edison Community Partners, Hollander Development, the City of Battle Creek, Michigan State Housing Development Authority, Michigan Economic Development Corporation, W.K. Kellogg Foundation, AVB, Bright Light Early Care and Education, state and local leaders, all of the other contractors, and everyone who helped bring this vision to life.
