Beckett & Raeder, Inc.

06/11/2026

2026 marks the 16th anniversary of Petoskey, Michigan’s Bear River Valley Recreation Area - long enough to recognize successes and lessons learned. Beckett & Raeder, Inc. is proud to have assisted the City of Petoskey in the park’s development!

Check out the latest issue of MiSITES for a brief reflection on the project.

The newest MiSITES issue is now live online and delivered to MiASLA members’ inboxes. Explore the latest insights, projects, and perspectives advancing the profession!

https://www.michiganasla.org/misites

06/09/2026

BRI congratulates Dexter Community Schools on groundbreaking its 2026 Bond Projects! Go Dreads!

06/02/2026

Exciting news! At their recent May 2026 meeting, the University of Michigan Board of Regents approved the schematic design for an upcoming project involving U-M’s Lorch Hall. The project includes a 73,000 sq. ft. renovation and a 90,000 sq. ft. addition to the existing structure. Upon the project’s estimated completion in Winter 2030, Lorch Hall will be carbon-zero ready and will offer an increased capacity to support the needs of faculty, staff, and students.

Beckett & Raeder, Inc. is proud to have provided civil engineering and landscape architecture services to assist in the development of the project’s schematic design.

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The University of Michigan project will renovate 73,000 square feet and add 90,000 square feet to the 1928 Ann Arbor building, with the cost rising $20 million due to market escalation factors.

05/26/2026

We are excited to see the opening of the recently renovated MSU Plant Science Research Greenhouse Complex. The complex was improved to upgrade older infrastructure and install new state-of-the-art features, including environmental controls and LED lighting. These improvements will support the more than 400 faculty and students who use the facility by expanding and enhancing their capacity to conduct research and engage in learning development.

Beckett & Raeder, Inc. is pleased to have contributed to this project, providing landscape architecture and civil engineering services to Michigan State University.

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Michigan State University partners gathered May 14 on the East Lansing campus for a ribbon-cutting to celebrate transformative renovations

05/18/2026

Our Traverse City office has officially moved… upstairs! 🎉

We are now located one floor up in the same building. While our address remains the same, our suite number has changed. We’re excited to continue serving our clients and community from our updated space!

📍 148 E. Front Street
Suite 307
Traverse City, MI 49684

04/16/2026

Congratulations to Alex Wilkinson, Project Planner at Beckett & Raeder, Inc., on being published in the Journal of Environmental Planning and Management! 🎉

As part of a talented team of Taubman College alumni from the Master of Urban Planning program at the University of Michigan, Alex contributed to the capstone project “Running the River,” led by Professor Richard Norton.

The report explores innovative policy solutions, like using tax increment financing (TIF), to support improvements and long-term maintenance of Michigan’s water trails.

Partnering with the Shiawassee River Water Trail Coalition, the team developed forward-thinking strategies that could have a meaningful impact on recreational infrastructure across the state.

Amazing job to Alex and the rest of the team - BRI is proud to celebrate this achievement and the positive impact it represents! 👏

Read the full report here:

This report is a proof-of-concept study of tax increment financing (TIF) as an option for providing stable and predictable funding for programming, improving, and maintaining water trails…

04/02/2026

Michigan’s newest psychiatric hospital in Northville Township is on track to open this fall, expanding access to critical mental health services across the state. The 264-bed facility will serve patients of all ages and replace aging infrastructure, while increasing statewide capacity with new beds for both adults and children. Designed with separate living and programmatic spaces, the hospital will provide a modern, supportive environment focused on patient care, safety, and long-term wellbeing.

Beckett & Raeder, Inc. is proud to have contributed to this impactful project by providing landscape architecture and civil engineering services, helping bring this important investment in Michigan’s healthcare system to life.

The Southeast Michigan Psychiatric Hospital is on schedule for a July 2026 completion, with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer proposing $72.2 million to begin operations.

03/24/2026

We’re excited to see the continued momentum at Michigan State University with the recent $50M investment toward the new Leinweber Center for Engineering and Digital Innovation from the Leinweber Foundation. This transformative facility will serve as a hub for cutting-edge research, digital learning, and interdisciplinary collaboration—supporting the next generation of engineers and innovators.

Beckett & Raeder, Inc. is proud to be part of this impactful project, providing landscape architecture and civil engineering services to help bring this vision to life.

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Feb. 3, 2026 Michigan State University announced a transformative $50 million commitment from the Leinweber Foundation to establish the Leinweber Center for Engineering and Digital Innovation, a landmark investment that will accelerate MSU’s leadership in education, research and workforce developm...

03/18/2026

Beckett & Raeder, Inc. is honored to attend the mParks Michigan Recreation and Park Association Conference & Trade Show each year and to support such an incredible organization. It’s always a great opportunity to connect with others who are passionate about parks, recreation, and strengthening our communities. Thank you for having us — we’re proud to be a sponsor and to be part of such a meaningful event! We're already looking forward to next year!

01/22/2026

🎉 Big news for East Bay Township 🎉

East Bay Township has been awarded more than $5.5 million from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund to support three major projects that enhance conservation and outdoor recreation. Funding includes securing a conservation easement at The Ridge Property, advancing planning for the Three Mile Trail, and implementing community-driven improvements at the Holiday Woodlands Natural Area.

Beckett & Raeder, Inc. was proud to support the Township by helping draft the grant application for the Holiday Woodlands Project and assisting with the community engagement efforts that shaped the plan behind the application. These awards reflect strong collaboration and a shared commitment to protecting natural spaces and expanding public access.

Congratulations to East Bay Township on this exciting milestone and the positive impact it will have for years to come! 🌳 🍃

Click here to read more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/newsroom/releases/2025/12/12/michigan-natural-resources-trust-fund-board-recommends-projects-totaling-45-million