Episode 11

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Published on:

1st Nov 2024

Developer Trent Michels Discusses Salem's Cannery Transformation

Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem!

In this episode, Jacob Espinoza and Brandon Sommers are joined by Trent Michels to discuss Salem's upcoming Cannery development project, including:

  • Trent's journey from Salem native to developer.
  • Why Salem was chosen for this major development.
  • Details about the project's timeline and construction plans.
  • And much more!

Timestamps:

00:38 - Introduction of Trent Michels

00:51 - Discussion of why Salem was chosen for the project

03:55 - Salem's potential for growth compared to other cities

07:44 - Timeline for construction and development

10:14 - Discussion of river access challenges

12:17 - Architecture and design philosophy

14:21 - Innovative parking solutions for the development

16:29 - Potential for a soccer stadium and entertainment venues

18:27 - Overview of the project's scale and impact

20:02 - Discussion of other Salem developments

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