City of Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Historical Commission

About the Board

Here's a quick look at the Grand Rapids Historical Commission:

  • Collects the City's historical data and source materials
  • Compiles the City's current history

 

Organization in Charge of This Board

Grand Rapids Public Library

Board Members

There are 13 members of the Grand Rapids Historical Commission who are all appointed by the City Commission for a term beginning the first Monday in January. 

Name Resident Status Term Ends On
George Bayard Non-Resident 1/3/28

Jeffrey Sytsma

Non-Resident 1/1/29
Matthew Daley Non-Resident 1/3/28
Alexander Forist Non-Resident 1/4/27
Stephan Fellows Ward 3 Resident 1/3/28
Michael Gray Ward 2 Resident 1/4/27
VACANCY   1/1/29
VACANCY   1/1/29
Debra Moore Ward 3 Resident 1/4/27
Roberta Schirado Non-Resident 1/1/29
Ruth Stevens Non-Resident 1/1/29
Stephen Staggs Ward 3 Resident 1/3/28
Tony Baker Ward 3 Resident 1/4/27

More Details

  • 13 members
  • One member may be the Museum Director of the City of Grand Rapids
  • You must have active involvement in the field of history or knowledgeable of local history
  • Members are appointed by the Mayor with City Commission approval on the first Monday in January

 

Specific Requirements

There are no specific requirements for serving on this board, applicants only need to have a passion for history and the City of Grand Rapids!

Term Limit

Each member's term is for 3 years

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