Allen Park (population 28,210) is a city located in northern Downriver. Borders include Fordline Street, Goddard Road, Allen Road, Pelham Road, Van Born Road, Southfield Road, Rotunda Drive, the Rouge River, and a Canadian National track. Major roads include Wick Road, Ecorse Road, Outer Drive and Oakwood Boulevard. The current mayor is William Matakas.
Became a city in 1957 after three attempts.
The city, named the second "happiest city in Michigan" based on a data poll by the website Homesnacks (and profiled on WXYZ.com), has been home to the Detroit Lions headquarters and training facility since 2003.
Government
City Hall
16850 Southfield Road
Historical Collection
15504 Englewood Street
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