Aidan Sova
@aidansova.bsky.social
AADL Trustee & VP | 9-5 Techie | Let’s Grow Michigan enthusiast | UMich & Penn | Views are my own l
Today was meaningful. Witnessing this history allows us to trace the origins of injustice and oppression. Honoring the past can equip us with the moral clarity and necessary knowledge to advocate for social justice today. We must do better. #A2Council
November 10, 2025 at 3:16 AM
Today was meaningful. Witnessing this history allows us to trace the origins of injustice and oppression. Honoring the past can equip us with the moral clarity and necessary knowledge to advocate for social justice today. We must do better. #A2Council
Ena and I joined Michigan Democratic leaders in Detroit to watch some football and hear from Kentucky’s Governor @andybeshearky.bsky.social. To answer the question on everyone’s mind — yes, he is rooting for the Lions today!
November 2, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Ena and I joined Michigan Democratic leaders in Detroit to watch some football and hear from Kentucky’s Governor @andybeshearky.bsky.social. To answer the question on everyone’s mind — yes, he is rooting for the Lions today!
In 2020, I got a call from Jacob Inosencio with an idea — an initiative to combat local food insecurity and improve sustainability efforts. Five years later, this idea has blossomed into a nonprofit that meaningfully expanded food access for an entire community. I'm proud of us.
October 31, 2025 at 6:02 PM
In 2020, I got a call from Jacob Inosencio with an idea — an initiative to combat local food insecurity and improve sustainability efforts. Five years later, this idea has blossomed into a nonprofit that meaningfully expanded food access for an entire community. I'm proud of us.
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Woot! The Draft Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan will now enter the requisite 63-day plan review. #A2Council engage.a2gov.org/comprehensiv...
Draft Comprehensive Land Use Plan (Comp Plan)
A plan to guide growth and land use decisions
engage.a2gov.org
October 21, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Woot! The Draft Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan will now enter the requisite 63-day plan review. #A2Council engage.a2gov.org/comprehensiv...
Introducing… Mr. and Mrs. Sova!
October 20, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Introducing… Mr. and Mrs. Sova!
I am so proud that my Alma Mater has rejected the White House's preferential funding compact — instead choosing to prioritize its core mission and academic freedom over financial incentives. These choices continue to be important.
Last week it was MIT. Yesterday, Brown said no. Today, UPenn has rejected the compact, making it 1/3 of the schools who were initially asked rejecting it.
Penn rejects White House proposal for special funding treatment
With the decision, Penn becomes the third university to decline the offer.
www.thedp.com
October 16, 2025 at 6:40 PM
I am so proud that my Alma Mater has rejected the White House's preferential funding compact — instead choosing to prioritize its core mission and academic freedom over financial incentives. These choices continue to be important.
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Beautiful to see such a diverse group of voices sharing why they love Ann Arbor and believe in building a more welcoming, sustainable, and connected city. These talks capture the best of who we can be together. #a2council
www.youtube.com/@MoreNeighbo...
www.youtube.com/@MoreNeighbo...
October 15, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Beautiful to see such a diverse group of voices sharing why they love Ann Arbor and believe in building a more welcoming, sustainable, and connected city. These talks capture the best of who we can be together. #a2council
www.youtube.com/@MoreNeighbo...
www.youtube.com/@MoreNeighbo...
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October 15, 2025 at 4:40 PM
I had so much fun joining @moreneighborsa2.org to talk about growth trends in Michigan. Young people are prioritizing attractive places, accessible housing, and ease of transportation. It's encouraging to see a grassroots effort emerge in Ann Arbor to prioritize these needs and take hold! #A2Council
October 14, 2025 at 11:40 PM
I had so much fun joining @moreneighborsa2.org to talk about growth trends in Michigan. Young people are prioritizing attractive places, accessible housing, and ease of transportation. It's encouraging to see a grassroots effort emerge in Ann Arbor to prioritize these needs and take hold! #A2Council
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It’s gonna be a fun day at the Downtown Library! Join us for Dead Media Day from 11-3 Sunday and enjoy the vintage arcade. No tokens required!
October 12, 2025 at 1:47 PM
It’s gonna be a fun day at the Downtown Library! Join us for Dead Media Day from 11-3 Sunday and enjoy the vintage arcade. No tokens required!
Less than one week left until the big day! We're immensely grateful to our friends, family, and community for celebrating our wedding season with us. A special thank you to Governor Whitmer for recognizing our union with this kind letter.
October 12, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Less than one week left until the big day! We're immensely grateful to our friends, family, and community for celebrating our wedding season with us. A special thank you to Governor Whitmer for recognizing our union with this kind letter.
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This is our plan in Ann Arbor:
aadl.org/newdowntown.
Voters in Ann Arbor this summer approved, by a 2-to-1 margin, an innovative approach to develop a new downtown library branch that will include both market-rate and affordable housing.
#a2council
aadl.org/newdowntown.
Voters in Ann Arbor this summer approved, by a 2-to-1 margin, an innovative approach to develop a new downtown library branch that will include both market-rate and affordable housing.
#a2council
Cities are developing a new approach to developing housing: Integrating it into mixed-use library projects. These investments improve neighborhood vitality, add housing & improve services.
In new research @urbaninstitute.bsky.social, I create a database of such projects & point to success stories ⏬
In new research @urbaninstitute.bsky.social, I create a database of such projects & point to success stories ⏬
Aging Libraries Could Offer Cities a Unique Opportunity to Build New Housing While Improving Public Services
Since 2000, more than 1,800 apartment units have been built in combined library-housing developments. These projects not only address local housing needs but…
www.urban.org
October 8, 2025 at 11:52 PM
This is our plan in Ann Arbor:
aadl.org/newdowntown.
Voters in Ann Arbor this summer approved, by a 2-to-1 margin, an innovative approach to develop a new downtown library branch that will include both market-rate and affordable housing.
#a2council
aadl.org/newdowntown.
Voters in Ann Arbor this summer approved, by a 2-to-1 margin, an innovative approach to develop a new downtown library branch that will include both market-rate and affordable housing.
#a2council
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I was very satisfied with AADL when I first started using it, but it just keeps getting better. 🚀
September 30, 2025 at 6:31 PM
I was very satisfied with AADL when I first started using it, but it just keeps getting better. 🚀
Justin Onwenu is the clear choice for State Senate, bringing a fresh, dedicated voice ready to fight for Detroit and Downriver communities. His commitment to economic justice, environmental health, and quality education makes him the effective leader Michigan needs. I’m proud to support!
Justin Onwenu, an attorney, community organizer and appointee to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s Black Leadership Council announced his intention on Tuesday to claim Michigan’s newly redrawn 1st Senate District.
Story from @kdavidsonjrn.bsky.social
Story from @kdavidsonjrn.bsky.social
Detroit director of entrepreneurship and economic opportunity announces bid for state senate • Michigan Advance
Justin Onwenu, an attorney, community organizer and appointee to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s Black Leadership Council announced his intention on Tuesday to claim Michigan’s newly redrawn 1st Senate Distri...
michiganadvance.com
September 30, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Justin Onwenu is the clear choice for State Senate, bringing a fresh, dedicated voice ready to fight for Detroit and Downriver communities. His commitment to economic justice, environmental health, and quality education makes him the effective leader Michigan needs. I’m proud to support!
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Cool development from my hometown
Local journalism is a type of civic infrastructure that powers an informed democracy. The Library is uniquely positioned to safeguard this news source, ensuring it remains an accessible public good for all residents. Read more on MLive, #A2Council: www.mlive.com/news/ann-arb...
September 30, 2025 at 3:41 AM
Cool development from my hometown
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Truly the best place ever to have cut my teeth as a local elected. Libraries serve the public in so many ways because of course institutions of learning are institutions of DOING. Thank you, @aadl.org!
We are thrilled to announce that @aadl.org plans to acquire the Ann Arbor Observer!
Public ownership of local news media is more important than ever, and this acquisition builds on years of partnership and archival work to ensure the future of this priceless community asset.
aadl.org/node/647334
Public ownership of local news media is more important than ever, and this acquisition builds on years of partnership and archival work to ensure the future of this priceless community asset.
aadl.org/node/647334
The Ann Arbor District Library Plans to Acquire the Ann Arbor Observer | Ann Arbor District Library
aadl.org
September 30, 2025 at 2:13 AM
Truly the best place ever to have cut my teeth as a local elected. Libraries serve the public in so many ways because of course institutions of learning are institutions of DOING. Thank you, @aadl.org!
Local journalism is a type of civic infrastructure that powers an informed democracy. The Library is uniquely positioned to safeguard this news source, ensuring it remains an accessible public good for all residents. Read more on MLive, #A2Council: www.mlive.com/news/ann-arb...
September 30, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Local journalism is a type of civic infrastructure that powers an informed democracy. The Library is uniquely positioned to safeguard this news source, ensuring it remains an accessible public good for all residents. Read more on MLive, #A2Council: www.mlive.com/news/ann-arb...
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We are very lucky to have you as our library director! 👏🏾
September 30, 2025 at 12:58 AM
We are very lucky to have you as our library director! 👏🏾
The prospective Ann Arbor Observer acquisition is a perfect fit, aligning local journalism with the Library’s mission to foster an informed public. This effort will represent yet another addition to the Library’s suite of community-centered solutions for Ann Arbor! #A2Council
We are thrilled to announce that @aadl.org plans to acquire the Ann Arbor Observer!
Public ownership of local news media is more important than ever, and this acquisition builds on years of partnership and archival work to ensure the future of this priceless community asset.
aadl.org/node/647334
Public ownership of local news media is more important than ever, and this acquisition builds on years of partnership and archival work to ensure the future of this priceless community asset.
aadl.org/node/647334
The Ann Arbor District Library Plans to Acquire the Ann Arbor Observer | Ann Arbor District Library
aadl.org
September 30, 2025 at 12:23 AM
The prospective Ann Arbor Observer acquisition is a perfect fit, aligning local journalism with the Library’s mission to foster an informed public. This effort will represent yet another addition to the Library’s suite of community-centered solutions for Ann Arbor! #A2Council
I gathered some friends to join me in support of SOS Community Services. We left inspired by those fighting to provide shelter and housing security in Washtenaw County. This new generation recognizes that housing is a fundamental necessity. We must continue to prioritize this important work!
September 27, 2025 at 2:12 PM
I gathered some friends to join me in support of SOS Community Services. We left inspired by those fighting to provide shelter and housing security in Washtenaw County. This new generation recognizes that housing is a fundamental necessity. We must continue to prioritize this important work!
It was a genuine honor to stand in support of Garrett's Space and their vital mission in our community. We must all commit to prioritizing the mental health and wellbeing of young people throughout Washtenaw County.
September 26, 2025 at 2:38 PM
It was a genuine honor to stand in support of Garrett's Space and their vital mission in our community. We must all commit to prioritizing the mental health and wellbeing of young people throughout Washtenaw County.
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Did a thing here in my low-density city of Ann Arbor. Thanks for coming out and hearing me speak to how being neighborly can be anti-racist work, and how when we oppose density we oppose people we should know and care about.
September 20, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Did a thing here in my low-density city of Ann Arbor. Thanks for coming out and hearing me speak to how being neighborly can be anti-racist work, and how when we oppose density we oppose people we should know and care about.
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Saturday! So many events! Sneak preview of a few lightning talks:
Kristen Nyht: Height Doesn't Matter
Hannah Reischl: Could Knowing Your Neighbors Improve Your Health?
@aidansova.bsky.social : Placemaking and Young Talent in Michigan
Jen Proctor: What is a Smeuse? Creative Cycling in Ann Arbor
Kristen Nyht: Height Doesn't Matter
Hannah Reischl: Could Knowing Your Neighbors Improve Your Health?
@aidansova.bsky.social : Placemaking and Young Talent in Michigan
Jen Proctor: What is a Smeuse? Creative Cycling in Ann Arbor
September 19, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Saturday! So many events! Sneak preview of a few lightning talks:
Kristen Nyht: Height Doesn't Matter
Hannah Reischl: Could Knowing Your Neighbors Improve Your Health?
@aidansova.bsky.social : Placemaking and Young Talent in Michigan
Jen Proctor: What is a Smeuse? Creative Cycling in Ann Arbor
Kristen Nyht: Height Doesn't Matter
Hannah Reischl: Could Knowing Your Neighbors Improve Your Health?
@aidansova.bsky.social : Placemaking and Young Talent in Michigan
Jen Proctor: What is a Smeuse? Creative Cycling in Ann Arbor
Libraries represent our shared hope for a better tomorrow. I’m so excited to help build this future with you, #A2Council.
September 17, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Libraries represent our shared hope for a better tomorrow. I’m so excited to help build this future with you, #A2Council.