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News

Eric Payne named Grand Rapids’ next police chief

Published on July 12, 2019

City Manager Mark Washington today announced his selection for Grand Rapids’ next police chief: Deputy Chief Eric Payne. Payne, who has been a member of the Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD) for 32 years, was among three finalists for the position. He has served as GRPD’s deputy chief of operations for nearly two years. Payne becomes police chief effective July 22.

Commission finalizes plans for task force on elected representation

Published on July 11, 2019

The City Commission this week finalized plans for an 11-member task force on elected representation. The task force will include community members, a representative of academic study that includes public administration, political science or public policy and individuals from the Grand Rapids Democracy Initiative and Empower the Citizens, which are spearheading citizen-led initiatives.

City seeks input on rules for small cell wireless facilities

Published on July 09, 2019

The City of Grand Rapids is seeking feedback on proposed administrative rules for small cell wireless facilities. The City is holding a workshop for the community to learn more about the draft policy and provide comments on Thursday, July 18. The workshop will take place 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the City’s Water Resource Recovery Facility Ottotorium, 1300 Market Ave. SW.

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