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Clear entrances, exits and fire hydrants to improve emergency response

Published on January 29, 2026

The City of Grand Rapids Fire Department (GRFD) is urging building owners and residents to keep pathways free of snow and ice to help protect lives. Doing so helps first responders access their work quickly and effectively. Residents are asked to clear both the front and back entrances to their homes, and clear a three‑foot radius around any fire hydrants near their homes.

City adjusts sidewalk snow removal enforcement during severe weather

Published on January 27, 2026

The City of Grand Rapids is temporarily adjusting how it enforces its sidewalk snow removal ordinance after recent heavy snowfall and extremely cold temperatures. The goal is to keep sidewalks safe and accessible while recognizing the challenges residents face during severe winter weather.

Federal environmental review advances Grand River restoration

Published on January 26, 2026

The City of Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Whitewater today announced that the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a Notice of Availability of a Final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Watershed Project Plan – Environmental Assessment for the Lower Grand River Habitat Restoration Project.
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