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News

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City taps brakes on parking changes to assess efforts, consider input

Published on December 13, 2018

The City of Grand Rapids is tapping the brakes on staff-initiated changes to on- and off-street parking management and rates following the implementation of a series of parking and mobility solutions over the past few years. City Manager Mark Washington has issued a moratorium on staff-initiated parking management and rate changes to establish priorities for the Fiscal Year 2020 proposed budget.
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Deputy Chief David Kiddle named interim chief of the Police Department

Published on December 13, 2018

Deputy Police Chief David Kiddle has been appointed interim chief of the Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD) effective Dec. 19. City Manager Mark Washington made the appointment today. Kiddle replaces Police Chief David Rahinsky, who is leaving Dec. 18 to begin retirement by moving closer to his family.
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City’s efforts to address housing affordability get boost from state

Published on December 13, 2018

The City of Grand Rapids is joining local housing developers in celebrating more than $5 million in Low-Income Housing Tax Credits awards for projects that are expected to add nearly 160 affordable housing units and preserve 119 existing units in the community. The Michigan State Housing Development Authority selected six projects in Grand Rapids, accounting for one-third of the 18 total awards.
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Events

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City Commission Evening Meeting 12/18/2018

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

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WinterWest

WinterWest is a celebration of winter in West Michigan. This event promotes active living during the cold winter months.

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City Commission Meeting 1/8/2019

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

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Programs & Initiatives

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Housing NOW!

Affordable housing is a huge priority for us. Check out what we've been working on.

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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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Donate to Children

Donate to Our Community's Children. Help us realize a city in which every child can succeed.

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