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See current election information and learn about voter registration, absentee voting, and more.

Find Income Tax information

See deadlines, file taxes, and find forms for individuals, employers, and withholders.

Order Blue City Trash Bags

Need trash bags for City trash pick-up? You can order the blue City trash bags online.

Order Yard Waste Cart Tags

Need yard waste tags for your yard waste cart? You can order tags online.

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Request waste services

Do you need someone to take care of your trash removal? We'll take care of all your waste needs.

Start water and sewer services

Did you recently move or purchase a new home? Apply to start your new services.

Report Trash in the Street or an Alley

Have you seen illegal dumping or trash in the street? You’re in the right place to report it.

Report a Pothole

Have you spotted a pothole in Grand Rapids? You're in the right place to report it.

News

City of Grand Rapids offers Halloween safety tips

Published on October 19, 2020

In the midst of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Grand Rapids wants families to have a fun and safe Halloween by following the recommendations issued by the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, Kent County Health Department and the Grand Rapids Police Department. There are many ways to celebrate safely.

City cohosts Your City, Your Vote virtual event

Published on October 15, 2020

Residents interested in learning more about the upcoming election are invited to an upcoming Your City, Your Vote virtual event, Wednesday, Oct. 21. The West MI NFBPA, the City's Office of Equity and Engagement and the Clerk’s Office will host the 6 to 7:30 p.m. online online discussion. The event will be simulcast on both the West MI NFBPA and Office of Equity and Engagement Facebook pages.

Roundup: Breonna Taylor Way, coronavirus relief, walkway and more

Published on October 14, 2020

The City Commission held its bimonthly meetings on Tuesday. Among its many actions, it approved the commemorative designation of Monroe Center Street as Breonna Taylor Way. It also discussed several grants related to coronavirus relief, the Connecting Children with Nature initiative, traffic enforcement programs and the Grand River Walkway. Mayor Bliss also presented two proclamations.
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Events

EHCN Cherry Hills Live

October 22, 2020

Don't miss your chance to have some fun safely outdoors with your family, friends, and neighbors around live entertainment and MORE!

Church Street Ministries

October 24, 2020

Church Street Ministries building community. Every Saturday, Israel United in Christ will be out evangelizing on the Southeast Side of Grand Rapids

CanceledZombie Dash 5k 2020

October 24, 2020

The Zombie Dash 5k starts and finishes in Sixth Street Bridge Park.
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Meetings

Digital Meetings

Public bodies are temporarily allowed to meet virtually due to public health concerns related to the COVID-19 virus. We're hosting meetings using a program called Webex Meetings. To get started, learn How to Use Webex to Attend Digital Meetings. Having trouble joining a meeting? Review our Digital Meeting Troubleshooting tips.

DIGITAL - Southtown Corridor Improvement Authority October 21, 2020

On display until October 21, 2020

The Southtown Corridor Improvement Authority will meet remotely via Webex on October 21, 2020 beginning at 11:00 am

DIGITAL - Civilian Appeal Board October 21, 2020

On display until October 21, 2020

The Civilian Appeals Board will meet remotely via Webex on October 21, 2020 at 4:00 pm.

DIGITAL - Standing Committee Meetings October 27, 2020

On display until October 27, 2020

The City Commission Standing Committees will meet remotely via Webex on October 27, 2020 beginning at 8:00 am. Committee on Appointments - 8:00 am, Fiscal Committee - 8:30 am, Community Development Committee - 9:15 am, Committee of the Whole - 10:00 am.
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Agendas, Minutes, and More

Use the Meeting Portal on our legislative management site to get all of the details about our boards and commissions meetings.

Programs & Initiatives

Request assistance for your small business

Do you own a small business and need assistance? Click here to request help.

Where to Pay

Find out where and how to pay your City bills, tickets and invoices.

Mayor's Youth Council

City residents in 9th -12th grades are encouraged to apply for a term on the Mayor's Youth Council!

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