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News

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City offers annual free dog swim at Richmond Park pool

Published on August 15, 2018

The City’s Parks and Recreation Department will close the 2018 pool season with the second annual Wag ‘n’ Wade Dog Swim. The event takes place from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26 at Richmond Park Pool, 1101 Richmond St. NW The free event is open to all community members and up to two of their dogs.
City Commission meeting broadcast of Aug. 14, 2018

Commission approves measures to improve community and police relations

Published on August 14, 2018

It is the million-dollar question: How will the City of Grand Rapids utilize dedicated funds to improve community and police relations? That answer became clearer Tuesday as the City Commission endorsed a series of measures using some of the funds to accomplish that goal.
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Commission OKs contract with new city manager; start date is Oct. 1

Published on August 14, 2018

The City Commission this afternoon approved a contract with newly appointed City Manager Mark Washington during its Committee of the Whole meeting. The three-year contract includes a start date of Oct. 1 and an annual salary of $250,000. The City Commission will formalize its vote on the contract at its 7 p.m. meeting today.

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Events

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Free Yoga on the Blue Bridge

We're bringing free community fitness to Grand Rapids this summer!
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Relax at Rosa

A free lunch time entertainment series every Thursday all summer. Come hear local bands, eat from your favorite food truck and play outdoor games like ping pong, oversized chess, jenga, and more!
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Free Yoga at Rapid Central Station

We're bringing free community fitness to Grand Rapids this summer!
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Programs & Initiatives

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Housing NOW! Community Sessions

We want your feedback on proposed zoning changes. Attend a session or leave feedback online.

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Medical Marihuana

We're working to ensure medical marihuana patients have safe and reliable access to their medicine.

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Bicycle Action Plan

Learn about our efforts to improve biking in the city and read the draft Bicycle Action Plan.

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