Beyond Both Sides: The Cost of Saying No | Episode 26
In this episode of Beyond Both Sides, we go on the road—recording live from the grand opening of a new Sheetz in Novi—to explore a bigger question: what is the cost of saying no to development?
Sheetz announced its Michigan expansion in 2022. It took years—and real resistance—to open its first locations. And that’s not unusual. From data centers to housing to retail, Michigan has developed a reputation as a place that is simply hard to build in.
We break down why that matters—and what it’s costing the state in jobs, investment, and long-term competitiveness.
We’re also joined by Nick Ruffner…
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