City of Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Building Authority

About the Board

Here's a quick look at the Grand Rapids Building Authority:

  • Finances the construction and maintenance of city-owned facilities 
  • Operates public buildings

Department in Charge of This Board

Engineering Department

Board Members

There are 3 members of the Grand Rapids Building Authority. 

Name Resident Status Term Ends On
Kate Berens Non-Resident 7/1/26
Thomas J. Wesholski Ward 1 Resident 7/1/30
Richard Wendt Ward 1 Resident 7/1/30

Meetings & Minutes

More Details

  • 3 members
  • Members are appointed by the City Commission on July 1st
  • No member of the City's legislative body is eligible for membership

 

Specific Requirements

Residency Requirement

There are no residency requirements to be a member of this board.

Term Limits

Each members term is 6 years. There is no term limit, so you can serve an unlimited number of terms.

Compensation

There is no compensation for members of this board.

 

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City Staff Contact

Engineering Department
616-456-3060

Meeting Details

We keep a schedule of all meetings for the current year.

Download Annual Meeting Schedule (2027)