Solidarity Housing

Updated June 10, 2010

SIGN UP FOR SOLIDARITY HOUSING--LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
USSF participants in need of low-cost housing options or who are looking for alternatives to hotels, we have a few options. Detroit logistics coordinators have arranged with local building, apartment owners and churches several basic sleeping options. Spaces are available on a limited basis, first come, first served! Note: these solidarity housing options require fees determined by owner-manager. Review the USSF Housing Needs webpage at http://ussf2010.org/housingneeds for currently available options and sign up information. All solidarity housing participants are strongly encouraged to bring a sleeping bag, towel and toiletries!

Pre-register and Prepay for Solidarity Housing
To register for one of these solidarity housing sites, please download the attached form at the bottom of this page and mail in your fees. All spaces are first come, first served! Payments must be made by money order or cashier check—-no personal checks accepted, do not mail cash. You must also be registered for the USSF to have access to this solidarity housing and apartment rentals.

Be certain about your choices--NO REFUNDS!!

Solidarity Housing and Apartment Check-In

For arrivals on Saturday, Sunday and Monday due to some changes in our shuttle availability, we are now encouraging folks to use the Shuttle Service call the transportation hotline at 313 768 4204 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              313 768 4204      end_of_the_skype_highlighting.The shuttle will bring you to designated downtown USSF location. The cost is $15. Once you arrive at the downtown area, you will be transported to your solidarity housing destination

For arrivals Tuesday 6/22 through Friday 6/25, come directly to Cobo Hall first to check in at the Solidarity Housing table near the information desk. (Shuttle service will be provided from Cobo Hall to your solidarity housing location.)

SMART Bus
For cheaper options, you can take the Route 125 SMART Bus from the Airport to (Downtown Detroit) Woodward Avenue and Fort Street. It is about 5-10 minutes walk to Cobo Hall.
If you are not able to walk the route, you can transfer to the DDOT Route 53 Woodward Bus from Woodward Avenue and to go directly to Cobo Hall. Transfer charge is $0.50
For a SMART bus schedule call: (866) 962-5515 or visit www.smartbus.org.

SMART One Way Fares
Fare TypeCost
Regular$2.00
Students & Youth (Ages 6-18)$1.00
Adults Age 65+ & People with Disabilities or Medicare Card Holders* $0.50
Transfer to Another Bus$0.50

ROUTE: 125 FORT ST-EUREKA RD
Two Airport Terminal Stops

Metro Airport-LC Smith Terminals (lower level near Ground Transportation offices): First Inbound Stop on the schedule

Metro Airport-McNamara Terminals (lower level near International Section): Second Inbound Stop on the schedule

Route 125 Schedule (Inbound)
http://www.smartbus.org/Smart/Ride%20SMART/Route1qr.aspx

Taxi and Private Airport Shuttles
Average One Way Fare using Taxi/ Shuttle Service
Fare TypeCost
Dearborn$35
Detroit (Downtown)$45
Downriver$30

Solidarity Housing Registration Hours at Cobo Hall:
Tuesday 6/22: 8am-2:30pm, 5-8pm
Wednesday 6/23, Thursday 6/24, Friday 6/25: 8am-5pm

Arrivals after 8pm on any given day should contact the landlord directly to make arrangements to pick up keys.

Those who still owe a balance should report to Cobo Hall during the times posted above to make your payment.

All solidarity housing and apartment guests must be registered for the USSF and must sign a house rules agreement.
Very limited on-site solidarity housing registration may be available.

For additional questions, please contact the USSF office at 877-515-USSF.

Self-Organized Solidarity Housing Message Board
Free solidarity housing options may be available through the AMC/USSF self-organized housing message board at http://talk.alliedmediaconference.org/message-boards/ Local homeowners are also posting available spaces they have on this site.

SOLIDARITY HOUSING AND APARTMENT AVAILABLE OPTIONS

Group Solidarity Housing: Hague Building
* Capacity: 200 persons
* Sleeping accommodations: personal sleeping bags on floors and unpadded carpeting
* Permanent and temporary bathrooms and showers available
* Kitchen: sink and refrigerator, no stove or cooking
* Washer and dryer available for use.
* Disability access: yes, through garage door, no elevator
* Parking: yes, free in lot
* Meeting room available.
* Includes: electricity, water, trash service; no wifi.
* Sleeping dates available: Saturday, 6/19 through Sunday, 6/27 (out by Monday, 6/28)
* Smoking outside of building only.
* No alcohol, drugs or pets.
* On site food and drinks will be available for purchase at affordable costs.
* May need volunteers to move furniture.
* First come, first served!
* Cost: $20 for 4 days, per person. Additional days at same rate (no daily rate).
* Photos at http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Solidarity_Housing-Rental_Apts

St. Gregory Catholic Church Rectory: 15301 Dexter, Detroit, MI
* Capacity: 16 persons
* Sleeping accommodations: personal sleeping bags on floors, lightly padded carpeting.
* Bathrooms: Two
* Kitchen: access to refrigerator, stove for cooking
* Washer and dryer available for use.
* Disability access: no, has several steps, no elevator
* Parking: yes, free in unsecured lot
* Includes: electricity, water, trash service, and wifi.
* Sleeping dates available: Saturday, 6/19 through Sunday, 6/27; must leave before church starts early Sunday morning.
* Smoking outside of building only.
* No alcohol, drugs or pets.
* Must be able to live with in-house, friendly dog.
* Building access only during mornings and evenings, no late nights.
* Transportation: On your own, two bus lines to downtown Detroit are available across street.
* Must be respectful of church facilities and hosts.
* May need volunteers to move furniture.
* First come, first served!
* Cost: $10 per person, per day.

Apartment Rentals: Chicago Building (13333 Chicago, Detroit, MI)
* Unit types: studios and 1 bedroom apartments
* Number of units: 10
* Capacity: studios—minimum-maximum: 2-3 persons; 1 bedroom apts—min-max: 4-6 persons
* Minimum stay: two weeks
* Dates available: Now, no ending date.
* Sleeping accommodations: suggest you bring personal sleeping bags on floor, no furniture
* Bathroom: 1
* Kitchen: Stove and refrigerator, no small appliances, cookware or dishes.
* Furniture: none
* Disability access: none (stairs, no elevator)
* Parking: yes, free in lot
* Includes: electricity, water, trash service; no wifi.
* Smoking allowed inside of unit.
* No drugs or pets.
* First come, first served!
* Cost: $15 per person, per day.
* Deposits: $50 cleaning and key deposit, refundable.
* Photos at http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Solidarity_Housing-Rental_Apts

New Life Deliverance Center (church): 12436 Gunston, Detroit, MI/
* Capacity: 75 persons
* Sleeping accommodations: personal sleeping bags on floors, unpadded carpeting, and church sanctuary benches
* Bathrooms: Two, one shower; one additional shower possible by 6/19.
* Kitchen: access to refrigerator, stove for cooking
* Disability access: no, has a few steps, no elevator
* Parking: yes, free in lot
* Small meeting space available, plus television on lower level.
* Includes: electricity, water, trash service; no wifi. One computer with Internet available for use.
* Sleeping dates available: Friday, 6/18 through Sunday, 6/27; must leave before church starts early Sunday morning.
* Smoking outside of building only.
* No alcohol, drugs or pets.
* On site food and drinks may be available for purchase at affordable costs.
* Transportation: Morning and evening church shuttle vans available for $3/day, per person.
* Nearby bus line to downtown Detroit is within walking distance.
* Must be respectful of church facilities and hosts.
* May need volunteers to move furniture.
* First come, first served!
* Cost: $50 for week, no daily rate.

Apartment Rentals: Fenkell Building (24303 Fenkell, Detroit, MI)
* Unit types: 2 bedroom apartments, suggest you bring personal sleeping bags.
* Number of units: 10
* Capacity: minimum-maximum: 6-8 persons in two bedroom apts.
* Minimum stay: 4 days
* Dates available: Now, no ending date.
* Bathroom: 1
* Kitchen: Stove and refrigerator, no small appliances, cookware or dishes.
* Furniture: partial—1 table and 4 chairs, 4 twin beds
* Disability access: none (stairs, no elevator)
* Parking: yes, free in lot
* Includes: electricity, water, trash service, air conditioning; no wifi.
* Smoking allowed inside of unit.
* No drugs or pets.
* First come, first served!
* Cost: Two bedrooms: $450 for 5 nights, $700 for 6-14 nights, $950 month
* Deposits: $50 cleaning and key deposit, refundable.
* Photos at http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Solidarity_Housing-Rental_Apts

THE FOLLOWING SOLIDARITY HOUSING AND APARTMENTS ARE CLOSED

CLOSED, NO MORE SPACES: Group Solidarity Housing at the Magnolia Building is no longer available--affected applicants are being contacted by the USSF office