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News

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City holds meetings to discuss new rental application fees ordinance

Published on October 18, 2018

The City of Grand Rapids Community Development Department will host four information meetings in the next few weeks to provide an overview of the City’s new residential rental application fees ordinance.
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GRPD shares Manual of Policy and Procedures online for first time

Published on October 18, 2018

The Grand Rapids Police Department has posted its Manual of Policy and Procedures online for the first time as part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening relationships with the community. It is among task force recommendations that have been implemented ahead of the group’s final report out to the community – set for 7 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at GRPS Parent University, 1400 Fuller Ave. NE.
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City seeks state funds for redevelopment of West Side gas station

Published on October 18, 2018

The Grand Rapids Brownfield Redevelopment Authority recently approved submission of a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) to fuel the redevelopment and cleanup of a Brownfield site on the city’s West Side. If approved by the MDEQ, grant funding for up to $372,000 would be used to help spur redevelopment of the BP gas station at 438 Stocking Ave. NW.
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Events

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50th Run Thru the Rapids

50 years ago, the YMCA Services Club (then known as the Ys Men) started a marathon. Through the years it changed names and distances, but it has been a continual presence for all this time. The Grand Valley Marathon, the Run Thru Apple Country, and the Run Thru The Rapids continue today and are featured on Saturday before the Metro Health Grand Rapids Marathon.
This is the flyer for the Ignite: The neighborhood 5k run & walk. information as to the location and specific times are listed. Yellow and Red text are used for the general theme. 20 Oct 2018

Ignite: The Neighborhood 5K

This 5k will provide participants with an up-close view of the Madison Square neighborhood. Participants will see all of the potential the Madison Square neighborhood harnesses, within its businesses and community members.

The American Cancer Society's official logo for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk. AVON is the event host and is also showcased on the right side. 20 Oct 2018

2018 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

This is a walk through downtown GR (less than a 5K) for anyone who wants to support the cause of eliminating breast cancer. The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks to raise awareness and funds to save lives from breast cancer.

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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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Join the Mayor's Youth Council

Let your voice be heard! Meet with Mayor Bliss every month, participate in field trips, and more!

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