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News

City boosts equality score on national human rights report card

Published on November 19, 2019

The City of Grand Rapids continues to strengthen its vision to be nationally recognized as an equitable and welcoming city. City Manager Mark Washington this morning announced the City received a score of 92 out of 100 on the 2019 Human Rights Commission Municipal Equality Index (MEI) scorecard. That’s a 16-point improvement from the City’s 2018 MEI score of 76.

Rosa Parks Circle ice rink opens Friday, Nov. 29

Published on November 18, 2019

The ice skating season at Rosa Parks Circle kicks off at 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29. The rink is at 135 Monroe Center St. NW and it’s open until Feb. 23, weather permitting. Admission to the Rosa Parks Circle ice rink is $1 for those 17 years old and younger and $3 for adults. Skate rental is included with admission. The rink is open seven days a week.

City Clerk’s Office open Saturday, Dec. 7 for passport services

Published on November 18, 2019

The Grand Rapids City Clerk’s Office is hosting a special passport event from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. The special Saturday hours are being offered to help residents with their passport needs ahead of 2020 travel.

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Events

City Commission Evening Meeting 11/19/2019

Interested in learning more about what's happening in our local government? Consider attending our bi-monthly evening City Commission meetings. They are open to the public.

22 Nov 2019

OSE Open Door Office Day

November 22, 2019

Have an idea for an event but not sure where to begin or what City permits or licenses are needed? OSE Open Door Office Days are open to anyone organizing a special event, festival, concert, race, wedding or film/photography project on public property in the City of Grand Rapids.