Grand Rapids, MN
No tenemos próximas reuniones registradas para Grand Rapids. El registro más reciente que tenemos es del Tue Aug 25, 2026. Es posible que las reuniones más nuevas aún no se hayan publicado en el portal oficial, o que aún no las hayamos recopilado. Esto describe nuestro registro, no si el consejo o junta se ha reunido.
Grand RapidsMN averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$225,500 Typical home value $288,625 +2.5% yr/yr · +26.3% 5-yr
Reuniones recientes
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 08:00 AM
Committee on Appointments Meeting
City Commission to approve Reina Watanabe as Utility Advisory Board alternate
The Committee on Appointments will vote on a resolution approving the City Commission's appointment of Reina Watanabe as an alternate to the Utility Advisory Board. The committee will also discuss the current list of vacancies for city boards and commissions.
- Resolution approving appointment of Reina Watanabe as alternate to the Utility Advisory Board
- Discussion of the current Board and Commission Vacancy List
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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Okay, good morning. We will call the committee on appointments to order at 8 a.m. We have two items on our agenda this morning. First, a resolution approving the City Commission's appointment of Raina Watanabe as an alternate to the Utility Advisory Board. So moved. Moved and supported. Comments on this resolution, colleagues? Yes, Ms. Bosker? I'll just mention that Raina is a City staff member who was recommended by the Director of Utilities to fill this role. Wonderful. Thank you, Ms. Bosker. Anything further? Seeing none, all those in favor? Aye. Those opposed? Motion carries. And now, Ms. Bosker, if you could lead us through a discussion on the current board and commission vacancy list. We're still a little bit in the space that we were at the last meeting. Still waiting for a couple of vetting to wrap up. And then we're still keeping on the radar the local officers' compensation commission, which will be down a couple of members soon, next month. And then working on just sort of moving forward and making progress towards the end of the year, getting everything in a row. The current members will receive their... Regular reapply notification in the next few weeks. And then we'll power through the vetting and receive feedback from liaisons and be prepared for that end of year meeting in December. Wonderful. I did have a great discussion with the mayor yesterday on a lot of these appointments, such as the possible for folks rolling off of mobile GR, for the local officers' c …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENTS
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026, 8:00 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENTS
1. Resolution approving the City Commission's appointment of Reina Watanabe as
an alternate to the Utility Advisory Board
2. Discussion on the current Board and Commission Vacancy List - August 25,
2026
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 08:30 AM
Fiscal Committee Meeting
Fiscal Committee to approve $125K Cure Violence contract and $6.5M in trail/water projects
The Grand Rapids Fiscal Committee is meeting to consider several resolutions, including a $125,000 contract with Cure Violence Global for violence prevention training, multiple budget substitutions for riverfront and trail improvements, and a budget ordinance amendment. They will also review the comptroller's warrant report and treasurer's report.
- Contract with Cure Violence Global up to $125,000
- Budget substitution of $700,000 for Grand River East Riverfront Phase I (US-131 to CSX Railroad)
- Budget substitution of $2,900,000 for Grand River Edges Trails East (Grand Rapids Eastern Railroad to Ann Street)
- Budget substitution of $2,900,000 for Oxford Trail improvements (Wealthy Street to Hall Street)
- Comptroller's warrant report totaling $189,200,114.64
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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Good morning. The time is now 8.30, and we're going to go ahead and call our fiscal committee meeting to order. Man, Mr. Davis, look at you. I like that, being sharp. We have a number of things today, and let's start with the first one, which is a resolution authorizing a contract with Cure Violence Global, an amount not to exceed $125,000, to provide training and technical assistance to support the continued effectuation of the Cure Violence model in Grand Rapids. Do you have a motion? So moved. Support. Moved and supported. Mr. Davis. Thank you. Good morning. As the title suggests, this is an item to continue our contract with Cure Violence Global. Cure Violence Global is the parent organization who created the model for Cure Violence, and they provide training and technical assistance and licensing to be able to run this program in Grand Rapids. There will be an annual report from Cure Violence Grand Rapids at the Urban League. That happens in November, and we'll be bringing forward their contract at that time. Thank you, Mr. Davis. This is November. Number of years relationship. That was a number of years in the making, so thank you for highlighting. You know, obviously, this was something that was developed in another part of this country, to be able to use those technical details. Colleagues, questions on this one for Mr. Davis? Hearing and seeing none, all those in favor? Aye. Any opposed? Item carries. Thank you so much. Thank you. Item number two is a resolution auth …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
FISCAL COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026, 8:30 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
FISCAL COMMITTEE ITEMS
1. Resolution authorizing a contract with Cure Violence Global in an amount not to
exceed $125,000 to provide training and technical assistance to support the
continued effectuation of the Cure Violence Model in Grand Rapids.
2. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution of $700,000 for Improvements to
Grand River East Riverfront Phase I- US-131 to CSX Railroad
3. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution of $2,900,000 for Construction of
Grand River Edges Trails East from Grand Rapids Eastern Railroad to Ann
Street
4. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution of $2,900,000 for Improvements to
Oxford Trail from Wealthy Street to Hall Street
5. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution in the amount of $40,000 for the
Irene and Linda Watermain Extension
6. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution in the amount of $263,000 for
Phase 4 of the Headworks / Grit Pass Upgrade
7. Bid List Resolution for August 25, 2026
8. Ordinance amending Section 1 of the Budget Ordinance 2026-11 for Fiscal Year
2027 (Amendment No. 02)
9. Comptroller's Warrant Report for the period of July 28, 2026 through August 10,
2026 in the amount of $189,200,114.64
10. Treasurer's …
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 12:30 PM
Public Safety Committee Meeting
Public Safety Committee reviews license plate readers and crime stats
The Grand Rapids Public Safety Committee is meeting to receive updates and presentations on several public safety topics. They will hear a six-month update on the Medical Priority and Wellness Response program, a presentation from the police department and Flock Safety on automated license plate readers, an overview from the Office of Oversight and Public Accountability, and a monthly crime statistics report. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Medical Priority and Wellness Response (MPWR) 6-month update
- Automated License Plate Readers presentation by GRPD and Flock Safety
- Office of Oversight and Public Accountability reports overview
- Monthly crime statistics presentation by GRPD
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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Okay, I'm calling this meeting of public safety to order, and although we don't have to officially excuse people, I aren't elected, board member Mr. Fian sends his regrets. He was not able to make it today. So, the first item up for business is an update on our medical priority and wellness work from our fire chief. All right. Good afternoon. This is a midpoint update on our medical priority and wellness response team. Just a brief reminder, this is not the hot team that is still operating full force daily out in the streets. This is an additional preventative type program that the fire department has been exploring and this falls under the term community risk reduction, much like our fire prevention division does with smoke alarms and education on the fire side. This is a very similar type program on the medical side, which comprises about 64% of our responses. We entered this in partnership with Corwell Health. And we're going to be able to share with you just a few outcomes that we've experienced in the first six months of this program operating. So, our EMS captain, Captain Hutter, is going to briefly walk us through the presentation. Matt. He's taller than me. There we go. All right. Hey, good afternoon. It's hard to believe six months ago we were even talking about this. We were getting ready to buy Christmas presents and do all that. So, I can't believe we're here already. But, yes, the medical priority and wellness response, better known as our empower team. Sometimes …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026, 12:30 PM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ITEMS
1. Medical Priority and Wellness Response (MPWR) 6-Month Update
2. Presentation from the Grand Rapids Police Department and Flock Safety on
Automated License Plate Readers
3. An Overview from the Office of Oversight and Public Accountability Regarding
Reports and Studies
4. Presentation from the Grand Rapids Police Department on Monthly Crime Stats
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 07:00 PM
City Commission Meeting
City Commission to vote on $189M warrants, contracts, and budget shifts
The Grand Rapids City Commission is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes contracts, budget substitutions, and routine approvals, as well as public hearings on an industrial district for City Built Brewing Company. Notable items include a $125,000 contract with Cure Violence Global, several budget substitutions for riverfront and trail projects, and a $1.26 million water main extension contract. The meeting also includes public comments on various communications, including concerns about police use of force and automated license plate readers.
- Contract with Cure Violence Global for $125,000 for training and technical assistance
- Budget substitution of $2.9 million for Grand River Edges Trails East construction
- Budget substitution of $2.9 million for Oxford Trail improvements from Wealthy to Hall Street
- Contract with CL Trucking & Excavating for water main extension on Irene and Linda Avenues for $1,259,200.76
- Public hearing on Industrial Development District and tax exemption for City Built Brewing Company at 1560 Taylor Avenue N
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
CITY COMMISSION
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026
7:00 PM
Welcome to the Grand Rapids City Commission Meeting. This session is the final process in the
consideration of the items listed on the following agenda. All of these agenda items have been
thoroughly reviewed and discussed in the various Standing Committees of the City Commission
which meet on Tuesday morning. To view all meeting documents, please visit:
www.grandrapidsmi.gov/government/city-commission/.
Persons who need reasonable accommodation to participate, are asked to contact the City Clerk’s
Office at 616-456-3010 or cityclerk@grcity.us.
Expected Meeting Procedures
1. Depending on the meeting there can be multiple opportunities for public
comment.
- The First is limited to items on the Commission’s agenda that are slated
to be voted on
- The Second is for specially scheduled required public hearings
- The Third is for any issue you would like to bring to the attention of the
Commission
2. You may only speak once on each issue.
3. All comments are to be limited to 3 minutes.
4. City Commission meetings are to be a safe place for everyone involved,
as such:
- No clapping, cheering, or holding up of signs
- Please refrain from swearing, name calling and/or making derogatory
comments. The City’s Human Rights Ordinance prohibits discrimination
against any individual in the exercise of civil rights because of actual or
perceived color, race, religion or creed, sex, gender identity or
expression, …
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 03:00 PM
Civil Service Board Meeting
Board reviews new Utilities Valve Specialist role and revised Election Technician Aide classifications
The Civil Service Board will approve minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting and review eligible list reports. The primary decision items involve the creation of a new Utilities Valve Specialist classification and revisions to the Election Technician Aide classification levels I through IV. The meeting also includes informational updates on the Human Resources Director, a class compensation study, and board rules.
- Approval of minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting
- Approval of Eligible List Reports
- New Classification: Utilities Valve Specialist
- Revised Classification: Election Technician Aide (Level I, II, III, IV)
- Informational update on Class Comp Study and Civil Service Board Rules
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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Civil Service Board
Agenda Packet
City Hall
300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
AUGUST 25, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
City Commission Chambers
Members:
Kenyatta Brame, Chairperson
Maleika Brown, Member
Milinda Ysasi, Commissioner
Olivia Mulder, Member
Nancy Haynes, Member
Staff Members:
Ashley Cloud
Armando Ortega
Selma Karic
Michelle Eddie
Derrius Gibbs
Julia McCloud
Tracy Shireman
Kali Armstrong
Legal Counsel:
Sarah Hartman
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of agenda
III. Public comment for an item on today's agenda
IV. Approval of standard business items
A. Approval of minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting
B. Approval of Eligible List Reports
V.
Chief Examiner's Report agenda items
A. New Classification- Utilities Valve Specialist
B. Revised Classification Election Technician Aide (Level I, II, III, IV)
VI. Chief Examiner's Report information/discussion items
A. Introduction of Human Resources Director- Ashley Cloud
B. Class Comp Study Update
C. Civil Service Board Rules Update
D. Discipline Report (Informational Only)
VII. General Public Comment
VIII. Next Meeting Date
IX. Adjournment
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 02:30 PM
Legislative Team
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 6th Floor, Conference Room 601
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Committee of the Whole Meeting
Committee to consider liquor license, election sites, ArtPrize
The Grand Rapids Committee of the Whole will consider four resolutions: a liquor license for Hoxie House LLC, the 2027 meeting schedule, polling locations and inspector pay for the November 2026 election, and approval of ArtPrize as a special event. They will also receive briefings on the SAFE Taskforce annual update and a Just-GR update from the Aspen Institute.
- Development District Liquor License for Hoxie House, LLC at 1415 Plainfield Ave NE
- Adoption of 2027 City Commission meeting schedule
- Approval of Election Day polling locations and early voting sites for November 2026 General Election, fixing inspector pay
- Approval of ArtPrize as a Special Event from September 1 - October 10, 2026
- SAFE Taskforce Annual Update 2026 briefing
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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all right calling this meeting of city commission order committee the whole and first thing on our agenda is probably going to be a tough-f ought resolution this is yet another resolution for a development liquor license and this is for 1415 Plainfield Northeast that's location and it's Hox ie House LLC mr. clerk you want to give us an HLs yep thank you support or great yes so this is going into going in that Crescent area and so basically it 's a it's a historic 102 year old building and their concept is a cafe by day bar by evening run by owner and first-time Russian tear Angela Tramper so great any discussion colleagues all right all in favor say aye aye motion all opposed motion carries thank you next is a resolution adopting the 2027 City Commission meeting schedule and just so the public knows these are this is our schedule for the next year you know things can change but it's good to have a default schedule and it well in advance now again to refresh everyone's memories the purpose of City Commission meetings is to do City Commission work and we have public comment as a secondary function but we historically have not had all of these meetings happen at the times that they're currently in this calendar and sometimes we cancel meetings if there's not sufficient work for this body that doesn't mean we're avoiding public comment people can come all the other meetings and talk to us about it about issues and of course they can also reach out to commissioners anytime they wa …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026, 10:00 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ITEMS
1. Resolution approving the request from Hoxie House, LLC for a Development
District Liquor License to be located at 1415 Plainfield Ave NE
2. Resolution to adopt the 2027 City Commission meeting schedule
3. Resolution approving Election Day polling locations and early voting sites for the
November 2026 General Election and fixing inspector pay for Early Voting,
Absent Voter Counting Board, and Election Day Inspectors
4. Resolution Approving ArtPrize as a Special Event from September 1 - October
10, 2026
BRIEFINGS
1. SAFE Taskforce Annual Update 2026
2. An Update Regarding A Just - GR Powered by the Aspen Institute’s Justice and
Governance Partnership.
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 09:15 AM
Community Development Committee Meeting
Committee to award $1.26M water main contract, approve fireworks permit
The Community Development Committee will vote on several resolutions, including a $1.26 million water main extension contract, a fireworks permit for ArtPrize, and various easement agreements. These items are routine but involve significant public spending and infrastructure projects.
- Fireworks discharge permit for Pyrotecnico at Gillette Bridge for ArtPrize on Sept 19, 2026
- Contract with CL Trucking & Excavating for water main extension on Irene/Linda Aves and Burton St, $1,259,200.76 (not-to-exceed $1,724,980)
- Increase of $20,000 for Richmond Park parking lot, total not-to-exceed $620,000
- Construction agreement and four public utilities easements for Vista 45 Development in Walker
- Easement releases and acceptances at Cross Creek Condominiums and 1555 Wealthy St SE
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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All right, good morning everyone. We'll get our Community Development Committee going at 915. Our first item is resolution approving a fireworks discharge permit for Pyrotechnico Fireworks, Inc. for special effects at the Gillette Bridge in connection with ArtPrize on September 18, 2026. Can I get a motion? I would like to make a motion to amend the date that was originally in the packet from September 19 to September 18 and replace it with the new agenda item. All right, so move. Any support? It's you. That's me, so move. I support, I'm in support. All right, we'll call. Go ahead. Oh, okay. Good morning. Yes, so fireworks will be on the 8th on Gillette Bridge. They're going to have about 5,000 shells that they're shooting off, about an inch and a quarter to three inches. And I think they're going to start at approximately 930 is their start time. All right, should be exciting. All the questions? All in favor? Aye. Aye. All right, no closed. It passes. Next item is the resolution awarding a contract with CL Trucking and Excavating LLC for Water Main Extension in Irene Avenue, Linda Avenue, and Public East Bend Southeast, and Water Services in Burton Street. Irene Delinda Water Main Extension in the amount of $1,259, 200.76, with a total amount not to exceed $1,724,980. So moved. Support. Yeah, good morning, everyone. I just wanted to share this project has been a partnership with Cascade Township, our Water Department, and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026, 9:15 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE ITEMS
1. Resolution Approving a Fireworks Discharge Permit for Pyrotecnico Fireworks
Inc. for Special Effects at the Gillette Bridge in Connection with ArtPrize on
September 19, 2026
2. Resolution awarding a contract with CL Trucking & Excavating, LLC for Water
Main Extension in Irene Avenue, Linda Avenue and Public Easement (SE) and
Water Services in Burton Street (Irene-Linda Water Main Extension) in the
amount of $1,259,200.76 with total amount not-to-exceed $1,724,980.00
3. Resolution approving an increase of $20,000 for Richmond Park Parking Lot for
a total not-to-exceed $620,000.
4. Resolution approving a Construction Agreement and accepting four Public
Utilities Easements for Vista 45 Development located in the City of Walker south
of Lake Michigan Drive and west of Wilson Avenue
5. Resolution releasing a Sanitary Sewer and Watermain Easement and accepting
a Utility Easement at Cross Creek Condominiums at 3723 Portman Lane SE in
connection with Storm Sewer Relocation for $1.00
6. Resolution accepting a Sidewalk and Utility Easement at 1555 Wealthy Street
SE in connection with Wealthy Street Ethel Avenue to East City Limits
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 12:00 PM
August 2026 Mobile GR Commission Meeting
Mobile GR Commission to discuss micromobility and soccer stadium access
The Mobile GR Commission is meeting to take action on setting its November 2026 meeting date and sending a memo to the City Commission regarding safety funding. The commission will also discuss the Shared Micromobility Program and a Soccer Stadium Mobility & Access Plan, along with receiving updates from representatives and the director.
- Action: November 2026 Mobile GR Commission meeting date
- Action: Memo to City Commission regarding safety funding
- Discussion: Shared Micromobility Program
- Discussion: Soccer Stadium Mobility & Access Plan
- Updates: VSOC MGRC representative and director's updates
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111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
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Mobile GR Commission
Agenda Packet
300 Monroe NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
AUGUST 12, 2026 @ 12:00 PM City Commission Chambers
Members: Chad Patton, Chair
Laura Cesa, Comm
Andrew Rohrer, Comm
Kevin Wisselink, Comm
Janelle Rai, Vice Chair
Ken Miguel-Cipriano, Comm
Adam Weiler, Comm
Rick Armbruster, Comm
David LaGrand, Mayor
Stefan Pawelka, Comm
Wesley Wilson, Comm
Lindsey Perez-Plescher, Comm
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of the Agenda
IV. Approval of Minutes
V. Petitions and Communications
VI. Action Items
MGRC Action Item: November 2026 Mobile GR Commission Meeting Date
MGRC Action Item: Memo to City Commission Regarding Safety Funding
VII. Discussions
MGRC Discussion Item: Shared Micromobility Program
MGRC Discussion Item: Soccer Stadium Mobility & Access Plan
VIII. Updates
VSOC MGRC Representative Updates
Director’s Updates
IX. Public Comments
X. Commissioner Comments
XI. Adjournment
For more information, visit
https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/government/boards-commissions/mobile-gr-commission/
or contact mobilegr@grcity.us
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Committee of the Whole Meeting
City Commission to consider sister city pact with Dnipro, Ukraine
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several resolutions, including a sister city agreement with Dnipro, Ukraine, and multiple economic development items for Profile Films at 701 Ann St NW. They will also hear briefings on a new micromobility vendor and a cultural tour of the Third Ward.
- Sister City Agreement with Dnipro, Ukraine
- Industrial Development District for Profile Films at 701 Ann St NW
- 12-year Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Profile Films' $26 million project
- Brownfield Plan Amendment for 701 Ann St NW
- Brownfield Plan Amendment for 111 Barnett St NE, 830 Fourth St NW, 838 Butterworth Ave SW
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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Morning. Nice to hear all the happy patter in the audience. I'm calling this meeting of the Committee of Whole to order , and our first item of business is a resolution authorizing a sister city agreement with Dn ipro, Ukraine, and Mr. Canfield's coming up. I think he has a video to show us, among other things. Yes. Good morning, Mayor and Commissioners, and you are correct. We will show you a video in just a couple minutes, but first we want to make some introductory remarks and welcome our guests. So I'm pleased to introduce the resolution before you this morning to establish a formal sister city relationship between Grand Rapids and Dnipro, Ukraine. Grand Rapids has participated in the sister cities movement for approximately 40 years, and at their best, these relationships are an expression of citizen diplomacy. Those relationships create connections between people and institutions across national borders through cultural and educational exchange, economic and civic cooperation, and ultimately friendship. That mission feels particularly meaningful in the case of D nipro. Our formal relationship began in 2022, following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. When Grand Rapids sought a tangible way to express our solidarity with the people of Ukraine, Dnipro subsequently became Grand Rapids' first friendship city. And over the years since, Grand Rapids' sister city is international. It's Dnipro committee, city officials, and our counterparts in Dnipro have continued building this re …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026, 10:00 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ITEMS
1. Resolution Authorizing a Sister City Agreement with Dnipro, Ukraine
2. Resolution establishing an Industrial Development District for Profile Films at
701 Ann St NW
3. Resolution approving an application for a 12-year Industrial Facilities Exemption
Certificate, pursuant to PA 198 of 1974, by Profile Films for a $26 Million project
located at 701 Ann St NW
4. Resolution approving an Amendment to the Brownfield Plan Amendment for the
Redevelopment Project located at 701 Ann Street NW
5. Resolution approving a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the 111 Barnett Street
NE, 830 Fourth Street NW and 838 Butterworth Avenue SW Redevelopment
Project
BRIEFINGS
1. Shared Micromobility New Vendor Selection
2. Presentation on the Third Ward through Cultural Tour and Murals
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 02:00 PM
City Commission Meeting
Commission to vote on $26M tax break for Profile Films, sister city with Dnipro
The Grand Rapids City Commission will vote on a consent agenda and several resolutions, including a 12-year Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Profile Films' $26 million project at 701 Ann St NW, a sister city agreement with Dnipro, Ukraine, and a $5 million grant for indigent defense. The meeting also includes public comments and scheduled public hearings for future items.
- 12-year Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Profile Films' $26M project at 701 Ann St NW
- Sister City Agreement with Dnipro, Ukraine
- $5M grant from Michigan Indigent Defense Commission for FY27 Compliance Plan
- Sale of city property at 150 Lexington Ave SW to Grand Valley State University for $90,500
- Public hearings scheduled for Aug 25 on City Built Brewing Co. industrial district and tax exemption
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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I'm going to ask you all to join us as is our practice, beginning with a moment of silence. Please join us in the Pledge of Allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Our interpreter could come up and introduce herself and her function. That would be great. And while we're doing that, yes, Mr. Clerk, if you can call the roll, please. Commissioner Kilgore? Present. Commissioner Knight? Present. Commissioner Assasi? Present. Commissioner Perdue? Commissioner Belchick? Mayor LeGrand. Yes. Good afternoon. My name is Sandra Nickel from the Hispanic Center. I'm an interpreter, and I'm here to help you with Spanish to English or English to Spanish. I will faithfully convey everything that is said both ways. Thank you. That brings us to our first opportunity for public comment on agenda items. So anyone wishing to speak to a specific agenda item, please reference the item and give us your name, and you'll have time to speak. I see Mark coming up. Hello, friends. Mark from Grand Rapids. I'm a member of the United States. Corridor Improvement Authority. Referred to Committee of Appointments. And communication received from Ali Joffrey regarding his resignation from the Community Relations Committee. Referred to Committee of Appointments. That brings us to reports of city officers. Mr. Clerk. Comptroller's Warrant Report for the period of July …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
CITY COMMISSION
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026
2:00 PM
Welcome to the Grand Rapids City Commission Meeting. This session is the final process in the
consideration of the items listed on the following agenda. All of these agenda items have been
thoroughly reviewed and discussed in the various Standing Committees of the City Commission
which meet on Tuesday morning. To view all meeting documents, please visit:
www.grandrapidsmi.gov/government/city-commission/.
Persons who need reasonable accommodation to participate, are asked to contact the City Clerk’s
Office at 616-456-3010 or cityclerk@grcity.us.
Expected Meeting Procedures
1. Depending on the meeting there can be multiple opportunities for public
comment.
- The First is limited to items on the Commission’s agenda that are slated
to be voted on
- The Second is for specially scheduled required public hearings
- The Third is for any issue you would like to bring to the attention of the
Commission
2. You may only speak once on each issue.
3. All comments are to be limited to 3 minutes.
4. City Commission meetings are to be a safe place for everyone involved,
as such:
- No clapping, cheering, or holding up of signs
- Please refrain from swearing, name calling and/or making derogatory
comments. The City’s Human Rights Ordinance prohibits discrimination
against any individual in the exercise of civil rights because of actual or
perceived color, race, religion or cr …
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 12:30 PM
Economic Development Project Team
Economic Development Team to hear updates on jobs, development, and Opportunity Zones
The Grand Rapids Economic Development Project Team is meeting to receive updates from The Right Place, a July 2026 development report, and a briefing on federal Opportunity Zones program changes. These are discussion items only; no votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Update from The Right Place
- Development Center Report – July 2026
- Briefing on Federal Opportunity Zones Program Updates
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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Okay, calling this meeting of the Economic Development Project team to order. Our first item up is an update from the right place, and I saw Mr. Thalen. There he is. He's still here. Thank you, Mayor. As Mr. Thalen and Mr. Mraz comes up, we're always pleased to have the right place provide an economic update on what 's happening in the city and the region. And there's a lot of good and exciting projects that are happening. Many of them require your approval or authorization at some point in the past or will at some point in the future. And so I asked them to give us an overview today of what are some of the things that they are excited about and some of the things that we should be concerned about and put on our radar. Thank you. Thank you for the opportunity to be here. Also, shout out to the city staff that I've met or connected with earlier in the back of the room. Always in the back of the room, guys, never up front. But thanks for the partnership with the right place. Last year, we celebrated our 40th year serving the region. Really proud of the work we've been able to achieve together across the region. Over that 40-year window of time, 56,000 jobs have been created, impacted by our work, and over $6 billion of new investment. Really pleased with that progress. And if you pull back, as I'll show in a minute, and just look at how greater Grand Rapids fits within the context of the Midwest, what we've been able to accomplish is truly remarkable. So really pleased to give …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECT TEAM
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026, 12:30 PM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
DISCUSSION ITEMS AND UPDATES
1. Update from the Right Place
2. Development Center Report – July 2026
3. Briefing on Federal Opportunity Zones Program Updates
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 09:15 AM
Community Development Committee Meeting
City to sell 150 Lexington Ave SW to GVSU for $90,500
The Community Development Committee will consider resolutions on property sales, public hearings, permits, and contracts. Key items include selling city-owned land to Grand Valley State University, scheduling hearings for an industrial district and tax exemption for City Built Brewing, and approving various construction and service agreements.
- Sale of 150 Lexington Ave SW to Grand Valley State University for $90,500
- Public hearing for Industrial Development District at 1560 Taylor Ave N (City Built Brewing)
- Public hearing for Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate at 1560 Taylor Ave N
- Fireworks permit for GLC Live at 20 Monroe on Sept 17, 2026
- Agreement with MDOT for $49,900 traffic signal optimization
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Good morning everyone. The time is now 9:15. We are going to get the community development meeting started. Our first item this morning is a resolution appro ving a fireworks discharge to GLC Live at 20 Monroe for special effects at 20 Monroe in connection with associated builders and contractors event on September 17, 2026. So move. Support. Moved and supported. Good morning. Good morning. For you guys that don't know me, I'm Molly Mc Intyre, Fire Inspector with the Fire Department. So yeah, on September 17th, they're just going to have some cold sparks, so we'll be there to watch the demo and make sure everything goes well. That's pretty much all they have. Ms. McIntyre, any questions? Seeing none, all in favor? Aye . Any opposed? Motion carries. Item number two this morning is a resolution scheduling a ... Turn on your mic and make sure it's on. Item number two this morning is a resolution scheduling a September 22, 2026 public hearing to consider past performance detailed in the federal fiscal year 2025 consolidated annual performance and evaluation report and future needs of housing and community development programs. Sir, motion? So moved. Support. Moved and supported. Mr. Tucker, good morning. Good morning, Community Development Committee. This item deals with our, as Commissioner Perdue stated, our consolidated annual performance and evaluation report. This is required by the Housing and Urban Development, our federal partners, with respect to our performance and fisc …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026, 9:15 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE ITEMS
1. Resolution approving a Fireworks Discharge Permit to GLC Live at 20 Monroe
for special effects at 20 Monroe in Connection with Associated Builders and
Contractors event on September 17, 2026
2. Resolution scheduling a September 22, 2026, public hearing to consider past
performance detailed in the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2025 Consolidated
Annual Performance and Evaluation Report and future needs of housing and
community development programs
3. Resolution scheduling a public hearing for August 25, 2026, to consider
establishing an Industrial Development District for City Built Brewing Company
at 1560 Taylor Avenue N
4. Resolution scheduling a public hearing for August 25, 2026, to consider an
application for an Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate filed by City Built
Brewing Company for a project located at 1560 Taylor Avenue N
5. Resolution approving the sale of City owned property located at 150 Lexington
Avenue SW to Grand Valley State University for consideration of $90,500 and
accepting a public utility and sidewalk easement
6. Resolution requesting the Revocation of an Existing Industrial Facilities
Exemption Certificate Und …
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 08:30 AM
Fiscal Committee Meeting
Fiscal Committee to consider $5M grant for indigent defense compliance
The Grand Rapids Fiscal Committee is meeting to consider several financial items, including accepting a $5 million grant from the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission for the FY27 Compliance Plan, authorizing a $75,650 agreement for an eviction prevention specialist, and approving budget substitutions for SCADA modernization and street reconstruction. The committee will also review routine reports on warrants and the treasurer's activities.
- Resolution accepting ~$5M grant from MIDC/LARA for FY27 Compliance Plan
- Resolution authorizing $75,650 Donated Funds Agreement with MDHHS for Eviction Prevention Program specialist
- Resolution approving $3,000,000 budget substitution for SCADA Modernization
- Resolution authorizing $7,892.21 budget substitution for Crescent Street Alley reconstruction (Grand Ave to Eastern Ave)
- Resolution authorizing write-off of uncollectible water and sewer utility accounts for FY2026
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Good morning, everyone. It is now time to call our fiscal committee to order. Colleagues, before we get started, I'd like to just take a moment because Ms. Claren does not have a report at the end , and I don't want to forget. But Ms. Claren, you all have hired a new deputy for the office, so I want to turn over to her for an introduction, a few moments. Yes, I already lost him. Oh, there he is. Okay. Ross McGinn. Ross McGinn is our new deputy chief financial officer. He joins us from Melbourne, Florida. Australia. Yeah, he had the comment last week that, gosh, it's so cool . The weather up here compared to Florida right now, obviously, is a little different. It's vastly better here. So this is just really enjoyable weather while the rest of us are like, oh, my gosh. But happy to have Ross with us. He'll be filling in for me on the dais if I'm ever out. And he'll be overseeing, well, helping me with my directory departments as well as directly oversight of fiscal services. So happy to have him on board. Welcome. And, yeah, we'll look forward to either being on the dais or in the hallway. So thanks so much. And I hope you live in the second ward. Okay. Let's go to our first item. First is a resolution recognizing Fulton Street Farmers Market as a local civic organization. So moved. Support. Moved and supported. Ms. Hartman. Good morning. This is a routine item. Our office has confirmed the Fulton Street Farmers Market as its status with the state of Michigan and that they meet …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
FISCAL COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026, 8:30 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
FISCAL COMMITTEE ITEMS
1. Resolution Recognizing Fulton Street Farmers Market Inc.’s as a Local Civic
Organization
2. Resolution approving an amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between
Grand Valley State University and the City of Grand Rapids for extending
dispatch services for an additional three years for an amount not to exceed
$6,080.00
3. Resolution authorizing execution of a $75,650 Donated Funds Agreement with
the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) for a
dedicated eligibility specialist for the Eviction Prevention Program
4. Resolution accepting a grant in an amount up to approximately $5 million from
the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) Department of Licensing
and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) and authorizing execution of agreements for
implementation of the FY27 Compliance Plan as required by the MIDC Act
5. Resolution Authorizing the Write-Off of Uncollectible Water and Sewer Utility
Account Balances for Fiscal Year 2026
6. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution in the amount of $3,000,000 for
SCADA Modernization
7. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution of $7,892.21 for Reconstruction of
Crescent Street Alley from Grand Avenue to East …
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 08:00 AM
Committee on Appointments Meeting
Committee to approve three appointments to city boards
The Committee on Appointments is meeting to consider three resolutions appointing individuals to city boards and commissions, and to discuss the current vacancy list. The appointments are to the Stormwater Oversight Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, and Mobile GR Commission.
- Resolution to recognize appointment of Zachary Baker to Stormwater Oversight Commission
- Resolution to approve appointment of Ethan Walker to Historic Preservation Commission
- Resolution to confirm appointment of Anthony Parker to Mobile GR Commission
- Discussion on Board and Commission Vacancy List as of August 11, 2026
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Hi, good morning and happy August. We will call the committee on appointments to order at 8 a.m. Okay, we have a light agenda this morning, starting with a resolution recognizing Commissioner Belchick's appointment of Zachary Baker to the Stormwater Oversight Commission. So moved. Support. Moved and supported. Good morning. Good morning. Any comments on the appointment of Zachary Baker to the Stormwater Oversight Commission? May I? Yes, please. I just want to say I'm really happy to be able to bring Zachary into the Stormwater Commission Oversight. He's very interested in this field, has an environmental background. And if you recall, he was one of our first ward appointee candidates and interviewed for us during the first 10. Awesome. Thank you, Commissioner. Any further comments? Okay. Seeing none. All those in favor? Aye. Those opposed? Motion carries. That brings us to our second resolution, approving the City Commission's appointment of Ethan Walker to the Historic Preservation Commission. So moved. Moved and supported. Comments on this appointment, colleagues? Seeing none. All those in favor? Aye. Those opposed? Motion carries. Our third resolution confirming Mayor LaGrange's appointment of Anthony Parker to the Mobile GR Commission. So moved. Support. Moved and supported. Comments on this appointment, colleagues? Yes, Commissioner. Thank you, Mr. Chair. Pardon me. Thank you, Mr. Chair. I know this was one of the bodies where we talked at a variety of length about wards …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENTS
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026, 8:00 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENTS
1. Resolution recognizing Commissioner Belchak's appointment of Zachary Baker
to the Stormwater Oversight Commission
2. Resolution approving the City Commission's appointment of Ethan Walker to the
Historic Preservation Commission
3. Resolution confirming Mayor LaGrand's appointment of Anthony Parker to the
Mobile GR Commission
4. Discussion on the current Board and Commission Vacancy List - August 11,
2026
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 02:00 PM
City Commission Meeting
City Commission to authorize up to $45 M in capital improvement bonds
The Grand Rapids City Commission will vote on a resolution authorizing capital improvement bonds not to exceed $45 million for the 1500 Scribner Ave NW project and the Fire Training Center. The agenda also includes approvals for a $150,000 FY2027 contract with Experience Grand Rapids, a $335,000 grant from the Wege Foundation for composting, and a $2,453,895 local share for Jefferson Avenue reconstruction with MDOT. Additionally, a series ordinance will be considered to issue junior lien revenue bonds up to $21.05 million for water‑supply system improvements.
- Resolution authorizing Capital Improvement Bonds up to $45 M for 1500 Scribner Ave NW and the Fire Training Center
- Resolution authorizing a $150,000 contract with Experience Grand Rapids for FY2027
- Resolution accepting a $335,000 grant from the Wege Foundation for a city composting initiative
- Resolution approving $2,453,895 local share for Jefferson Avenue reconstruction with MDOT
- Series Ordinance for Water Supply System Improvement Junior Lien Revenue Bonds up to $21.05 M
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
CITY COMMISSION
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026
2:00 PM
Welcome to the Grand Rapids City Commission Meeting. This session is the final process in the
consideration of the items listed on the following agenda. All of these agenda items have been
thoroughly reviewed and discussed in the various Standing Committees of the City Commission
which meet on Tuesday morning. To view all meeting documents, please visit:
www.grandrapidsmi.gov/government/city-commission/.
Persons who need reasonable accommodation to participate, are asked to contact the City Clerk’s
Office at 616-456-3010 or cityclerk@grcity.us.
Expected Meeting Procedures
1. Depending on the meeting there can be multiple opportunities for public
comment.
- The First is limited to items on the Commission’s agenda that are slated
to be voted on
- The Second is for specially scheduled required public hearings
- The Third is for any issue you would like to bring to the attention of the
Commission
2. You may only speak once on each issue.
3. All comments are to be limited to 3 minutes.
4. City Commission meetings are to be a safe place for everyone involved,
as such:
- No clapping, cheering, or holding up of signs
- Please refrain from swearing, name calling and/or making derogatory
comments. The City’s Human Rights Ordinance prohibits discrimination
against any individual in the exercise of civil rights because of actual or
perceived color, race, religion or cree …
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 12:15 PM
Public Safety Committee Meeting
Public Safety Committee reviews police canine policy and crime statistics
The Public Safety Committee will receive presentations from the Fire Department and Police Department. Discussions include high-rise fire safety, crime statistics, and a response to a benchmarking analysis of the police canine program policy.
- Fire Department presentation on high rise fire safety and firefighting
- GRPD response to Office of Oversight and Public Accountability regarding Canine Program Policy 6-8.1
- GRPD presentation on monthly crime stats
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026, 12:15 PM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ITEMS
1. Fire Department Presentation on High Rise Fire Safety and Firefighting
2. Grand Rapids Police Departments Response to the Office of Oversight and
Public Accountability’s Benchmarking Analysis and Review of GRPD’s Canine
Program Policy 6-8.1.
3. Presentation from the Grand Rapids Police Department on Monthly Crime Stats
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Committee of the Whole Meeting
City considers $7.5 million project and mobility blueprint contract
The Committee of the Whole will discuss several development incentives and a new consulting contract for a city mobility blueprint. The body is also reviewing social district permit applications and travel requests for commissioners.
- Speculative Building Designation for a $7.5 million project at 2210 Northridge Drive NW
- Contract for T.Y. Lin International Great Lakes, Inc. to develop the Grand Rapids Mobility Blueprint
- Brownfield Plan Amendment and Neighborhood Enterprise Zone for 335 and 343 Indiana Ave NW
- Social District Permit applications for FirebirdGR, LLC (526 Stocking Ave NW) and Apartment Lounge (33 Sheldon Ave NE)
- Industrial Development District for Honeycrisp Ventures at 2210 Northridge Drive NW
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026, 10:00 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ITEMS
1. Presentation of the Dr. Schnoor Scholarship Award
2. Proclamation Recognizing Disability Pride Month
3. Resolution scheduling special meeting of the City Commission on November 12,
2026
4. Resolution approving Commissioner Knight's request to travel to the
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Annual Legislative Conference 2026
5. Resolution approving Commissioner travel to the Michigan Municipal League's
Annual Convention 2026
6. Resolution recommending approval by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission
of Social District Permit application pursuant to Public Act 124 of 2020 for
FirebirdGR, LLC located at 526 Stocking Ave NW.
7. Resolution recommending approval by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission
of Social District Permit application pursuant to Public Act 124 of 2020 for The
Apartment Lounge II, LLC dba Apartment Lounge located at 33 Sheldon Ave
NE.
8. Resolution approving a Brownfield Plan Amendment for the Indiana Ave NW
Redevelopment Project located at 335 and 343 Indiana Ave NW
9. Resolution establishing a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone for the Indiana Ave,
LLC project located at 335 and 343 Indiana Ave NW
10. Resolution approving the …
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 08:30 AM
Fiscal Committee Meeting
City authorizes up to $45 M bonds for 1500 Scribner Ave NW & fire training center
The Grand Rapids Fiscal Committee will vote on a series of resolutions covering investment policy changes, contract authorizations, grant acceptances, budget substitutions, and a major capital improvement bond issue. Key items include a $45 M bond for infrastructure at 1500 Scribner Ave NW and the Fire Training Center, a $150,000 contract with Experience Grand Rapids for FY2027, and a $335,000 grant from the Wege Foundation for a composting initiative. The committee will also receive reports on the comptroller’s warrant and the treasurer’s activities.
- Resolution authorizing capital improvement bonds up to $45 M for 1500 Scribner Ave NW and the Fire Training Center
- Resolution authorizing a $150,000 contract with Experience Grand Rapids for FY2027
- Resolution accepting a $335,000 grant from the Wege Foundation for a city composting initiative
- Resolution authorizing up to $102,235 for Grand Rapids Police Department Recruit Class 26-05 to attend Grand Valley State University
- Resolution authorizing a $240,750 budget substitution for Park Capital Projects
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
FISCAL COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026, 8:30 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
FISCAL COMMITTEE ITEMS
1. Resolution to Amend the City’s Investment Policy Statement for Retiree Health
Care Defined Benefit Plans
2. Resolution to Repeal Authorization to Buy or Sell Securities with Certain
Broker/Dealer Firms
3. Resolution to Authorize the City Treasurer to do business with Brean Capital,
LLC as a Broker / Dealer
4. Resolution to accept a grant award of $335,000 from the Wege Foundation in
support of a City composting initiative
5. Resolution authorizing a contract with Experience Grand Rapids in the amount
of $150,000 for FY2027
6. Resolution authorizing Grand Rapids Police Department Recruit Class 26-05 to
attend Grand Valley State University for a cost up to $102,235
7. Resolution approving payment to Kent County Treasurer for Oblique Aerial
Imagery in the amount of $10,603.97
8. Resolution approving Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) K-12 Education
Television Authority (KETA) Grant Reimbursement - $24,953.38
9. Resolution authorizing Capital Improvement Bonds in an amount not to exceed
$45M for 1500 Scribner Ave NW and the Fire Training Center
10. Resolution authorizing a Budget Substitution of $240,750 for Park Capital
Projects
11. Resolution authorizing a B …
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 09:15 AM
Community Development Committee Meeting
City approves $2.45 M local share for Jefferson Avenue reconstruction
The Community Development Committee will vote on a $2,453,895 local‑share agreement with MDOT to rebuild Jefferson Avenue from Martin Luther King Jr. Street to Logan Street. It will also consider funding increases for Sullivan Field Phase 2, a sanitary lift‑station contract, and additional street resurfacing work. Several fireworks discharge permits for upcoming concerts and festivals are also on the agenda.
- Approve $2,453,895 local share for Jefferson Avenue reconstruction (MDOT agreement)
- Authorize $1,450,000 increase for Sullivan Field Phase 2 improvements (total not‑to‑exceed $4,940,362)
- Award $1,327,000 contract to L D Docsa & Associates for Orchard Vista and Alpine Estates Sanitary Lift Station (total not‑to‑exceed $1,783,185)
- Approve $1,400,000 increase for rotomilling/resurfacing of streets at various locations (total not‑to‑exceed $6,388,465)
- Approve multiple fireworks discharge permits for events at DeVos Performance Hall, Belknap Park, and Acrisure Amphitheater
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026, 9:15 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE ITEMS
1. Resolution Approving a Fireworks Discharge Permit for Broadway Grand Rapids
for Special Effects at the DeVos Performance Hall in Connection with The Great
Gatsby Musical July 21-26, 2026
2. Resolution approving a Fireworks Discharge Permit for JDL FX, LLC in
connection with the Breakaway Music Festival at Belknap Park, 30 Coldbrook
St. NE on Friday August 14, 2026 and Saturday August 15, 2026
3. Resolution Approving a Fireworks Discharge Permit for Advanced Entertainment
Technologies Inc. DBA Image Engineering for Special Effects at the Acrisure
Amphitheater in Connection with the Five Finger Death Punch 2026 North
American Tour on August 15, 2026
4. Resolution Approving a Fireworks Discharge Permit for ER Productions for
Special Effects at the Acrisure Amphitheater in Connection with the Hilary Duff,
The Lucky Me Tour on August 16, 2026
5. Resolution Approving a Fireworks Discharge Permit for FFP Effects, Inc. for
Special Effects at the Acrisure Amphitheater in Connection with the Motley Crue
"Return of the Carnival of Sins" North America 2026 Tour on August 27, 2026
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 08:00 AM
Committee on Appointments Meeting
Committee considers appointment to Community Relations Commission
The Committee on Appointments will meet to confirm a mayoral appointment to a city commission. The body will also discuss the current list of board and commission vacancies.
- Resolution to confirm Haitham Atiyah to the Community Relations Commission
- Discussion on the Board and Commission Vacancy List
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENTS
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026, 8:00 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENTS
1. Resolution confirming Mayor LaGrand's appointment of Haitham Atiyah to the
Community Relations Commission
2. Discussion on the Board and Commission Vacancy List - July 21, 2026
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Election Commissioners - Public Accuracy Test
La Junta llevará a cabo una prueba de precisión pública para las elecciones primarias del 4 de agosto de 2026.
La Grand Rapids Board of Election Commissioners celebrará su reunión regular, comenzando con la llamada al orden y el pase de lista. Los comisionados y el público tendrán oportunidades para comentar. La reunión incluirá una prueba de precisión pública para las elecciones primarias del 4 de agosto de 2026 antes de la sesión de clausura.
- August 4, 2026 Primary Election Public Accuracy Test
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✓ Decidido: Board conducted successful public accuracy test of voting equipment
The Board of Election Commissioners performed a public accuracy test on selected voting equipment, including election day, early voting, voter assist, and ballot-on-demand tabulators. All tests were reported as successful. No other actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.
1500 Scribner, NW - Election Central
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
BOARD OF ELECTION COMMISSIONERS
Wednesday, July, 2026 10:00 am
1500 Scribner, NW – Election Central
1. Call to Order – Joel Hondorp, Chair
2. Roll Call – Joel Hondorp
3. Public Comments
4. Comments by Commissioners
5. August 4, 2026 Primary Election Public Accuracy Test
6. Adjournment
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MINUTES
OF THE
BOARD OF ELECTION COMMISSIONERS
OF THE
CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
July 15, 2026, at 10:00 am
Election Central, 1500 Scribner NW
Meeting called to order: 10:00 am
Present: Commissioners Clerk Joel Hondorp, City Attorney Philip Strom, Assistant City
Assessor Tony George
Staff Present: Steve Kowalski, Becky Bosker, Hailey Zondervan, Pierce Marczak
1. Call to Order: Commissioner Hondorp
2. Roll Call: Commissioners Hondorp, Strom, George
3. Public Comments
4. Comments by Commissioners
5. Public Accuracy Test
The Election Commission conducted a Public Accuracy Test. The following
equipment was randomly selected to be tested and the tests were successful.
Election Day Tabulator
Ward/Precinct Tabulator Serial
No.
Memory Card
Seal No.
9 AAFAJHO0271 024017
32 AAFAJHL0093 90836
54 AAFAJHO0095 90522
Early Voting Tabulator
Ward/Precinct Tabulator Serial
No.
Memory Card
Seal No.
VS 1 W2 26 VAL23250222-004 021518
Election Commission
July 11, 2022
Page 2 of 2
Voter Assist Tabulator
Ward/Precinct VAT Serial No. Memory Card
Seal No.
9 C07A003700157 200951
Ballot on Demand Tabulator
Ward/Precinct VAT Serial No. Memory Card
Seal No.
VS 1 - 401 23020240401-002 58762
6. Adjournment
Meeting adjourned at 11:15 am.
Minutes prepared by Joel H. Hondorp
Fri Jul 10, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Board of Election Commissioners Meeting
La Junta nombrará inspectores electorales para las Elecciones Primarias del 4 de agosto
La Junta de Comisionados Electorales se reunirá para nombrar inspectores para las Elecciones Primarias del 4 de agosto de 2026. Los nombramientos cubren la junta de recintos, votación anticipada, conteo de votos ausentes y juntas de recepción.
- Nombramiento de Inspectores de Recinto para el Día de la Elección
- Nombramiento de Inspectores de Sitios de Votación Anticipada
- Nombramiento de la Junta de Conteo de Votantes Ausentes
- Nombramiento de la Junta de Recepción
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✓ Decidido: Board approves election personnel for August 4, 2026, primary election
The Board of Election Commissioners approved four resolutions to appoint and designate various election staff. These roles include election inspectors, early voting site inspectors, absentee voting processing board members, and receiving board team members.
- Approved appointment of Election Inspectors for August 4, 2026, Primary Election (2-0)
- Approved designation of Early Voting Site Election Inspectors for August 4, 2026, Primary Election (2-0)
- Approved designation of Absentee Voting Processing Board Team Members for August 4, 2026, Primary Election (2-0)
- Approved designation of Receiving Board Team Members for August 4, 2026, Primary Election (2-0)
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
BOARD OF ELECTION COMMISSIONERS
Friday, July 10, 2026 11:00 am
City Hall, Room 479, 300 Monroe NW
1. Call to Order – Joel Hondorp, Chair
2. Roll Call – Joel Hondorp
3. Public Comments on an Agenda Item
4. Election Commission Resolutions
1) Resolutions to appoint Election Inspectors for the August 4, 2026
Primary Election
a. Election Day Precinct Inspectors
b. Early Voting Site Inspectors
c. Absentee Voter Counting Board
d. Receiving Board
5. Public Comments (comments a limited to 3 minutes)
6. Comments by Commissioners
7. Adjournment
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MINUTES
OF THE
BOARD OF ELECTION COMMISSIONERS
OF THE
CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
July 10, 2026, at 11:00 am
Room 479, City Hall, 300 Monroe NW
Meeting called to order: 11:00 am
Present: Commissioners Clerk Joel Hondorp, City Attorney Philip Strom
Absent: Acting City Assessor Lindsey Post
1. Presiding: Commissioner Hondorp
2. Roll Call: Commissioners Hondorp, Strom
3. Public Comments on items on the agenda:
None
4. Election Commission Resolution:
1) Resolution to appoint Election Inspectors for the August 6, 2026 Primary
Election
2) Resolution to appoint Election Inspectors to the Early Voting Sites
3) Resolution to designate Absentee Voting Processing Board Team members
4) Resolution to designate Receiving Board Team members
Comm. Hondorp presented each resolution and provided comments regarding the
Michigan Election Law provisions regarding the responsibilities of a local Board of
Election Commissioners to appoint Election Inspectors 20-45 days in advance of the
election and to designate Receiving Board Team and Absentee Voting Pre-Processing
and Processing Board Team members in accordance with the Michigan Election Law.
The resolutions were presented to Comm. Strom for their review.
Election Comm. Strom, supported by Election Comm. Hondorp, moved to approve:
1. Resolution to appoint Election Inspectors for the August 4, 2006, Primary Election.
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 12:00 PM
July 2026 Mobile GR Commission Meeting
La comisión revisa solicitudes públicas para un semáforo en Kalamazoo y Adams
La Mobile GR Commission revisará múltiples cartas públicas solicitando un semáforo en Kalamazoo Avenue y Adams Street, junto con medidas de calmado de tráfico en Kalamazoo Street. El cuerpo también discutirá una visión general de la participación en el Transit Access Funding Plan. No se programan votaciones formales ni contratos para esta reunión.
- Múltiples cartas públicas solicitando un semáforo en Kalamazoo Ave y Adams St
- Comentarios públicos sobre dispositivos de calmado de tráfico a lo largo de Kalamazoo St
- Discusión de la visión general de la participación en el Transit Access Funding Plan
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 10 de junio
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Mobile GR Commission
Agenda Packet
300 Monroe NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
JULY 8, 2026 @ 12:00 PM City Commission Chambers
Members: Chad Patton, Chair
Laura Cesa, Comm
Andrew Rohrer, Comm
Kevin Wisselink, Comm
Janelle Rai, Vice Chair
Ken Miguel-Cipriano, Comm
Adam Weiler, Comm
Rick Armbruster, Comm
David LaGrand, Mayor
Stefan Pawelka, Comm
Wesley Wilson, Comm
Lindsey Perez-Plescher, Comm
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of the Agenda
IV. Approval of Minutes
Approval of the June 10th MGRC Meeting Minutes
V. Petitions and Communications
Letter from Amanda Cunningham Regarding Concerns of Traffic Control
on Kalamazoo Ave and Adams St.
Letter from Paul Wright Regarding Concerns with the Traffic Light at Griggs and
Kalamazoo
Letter from Susan Aalsburg Regarding a Request to Prioritize a Full Signal at
Kalamazoo and Adams
Letter from Champagne McConer Regarding Concerns with Calming Devices Along
Kalamazzo St.
Letter from Paul Ippel Regarding Placing a Traffic Signal at the Corner of Adams
and Kalamazoo
Letter from Marcy Emmelkamp Regarding a Traffic Light at Kalamazoo and Adams
Letter from Peter TeWinkle Regarding Traffic Calming Measures
Letter from Joan Huyser-Honig Regarding a Request to Install a Full Traffic Signal at
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 09:15 AM
Community Development Committee Meeting
El Comité considerará el proyecto de Profile Films de $26M y múltiples audiencias públicas
El Comité de Desarrollo Comunitario votará sobre permisos de fuegos artificiales para dos eventos, programará audiencias públicas para varios proyectos de reurbanización, incluyendo una enmienda al plan de terrenos contaminados y un distrito de desarrollo industrial para Profile Films, y aprobará contratos para reconstrucción de carreteras, mejoras en parques y revitalización ribereña. Los elementos notables incluyen un proyecto de $26 millones para Profile Films en 701 Ann Street NW y un contrato de $1.4 millones para mejoras en Camelot Park.
- Audiencia pública para el proyecto de $26M de Profile Films en 701 Ann Street NW para un Certificado de Exención de Instalaciones Industriales
- Aprobación de $1,056,572 para mejoras en Camelot Park (no exceder $1,428,840)
- Contrato para la reconstrucción de Millbank desde Giddings hasta Newcastle: $683,597 (no exceder $931,915)
- Aumento de $3,596,029 para la Revitalización del Río Grand – Tramo Inferior (total $29,578,130)
- Programar audiencia pública para el Proyecto de Reurbanización de 111 Barnett Street NE, 830 Fourth Street NW y 838 Butterworth Avenue SW
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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Buenos días a todos. Son las 15 horas. Vamos a dar inicio a la reunión del Comité de Desarrollo Comunitario. Y antes de comenzar, quiero dar la bienvenida al grupo juvenil de la Urban League. Bienvenidos. Nos alegra que estén aquí hoy y que pasen un tiempo con nosotros. Así que el primer punto del orden del día de esta mañana es una resolución que aprueba un permiso de lanzamiento de fuegos artificiales para Ace Pyro LLC por efectos especiales en el Puente Gillette con motivo de la boda de la Dra. Rashmi Junea el 20 de junio de 2026. Propuesto. Apoyo. Apoyo. Buenos días. Buenos días. Menos mal que tengo. Bastante estándar. Es como una celebración del 4 de julio, así que estará completamente atendido todo el tiempo y lo mantendremos lo más seguro posible. Maravilloso. Fuegos artificiales en una boda. Hermoso. ¿Todos a favor? A favor. Moción aprobada. El punto número dos es una resolución que aprueba un permiso de lanzamiento de fuegos artificiales para Image Engineering Special Effects, que opera como Image SFX, por efectos especiales en el Anfiteatro Acre Sure en relación con el concierto de la gira Lost Americana de Machine Gun Kelly el 17 de junio de 2026. Propuesto. Apoyo. Propuesto y apoyado. ¿Hay algún otro comentario? Me gustaría saber cuáles serían los efectos, por favor. Disculpe, no pude oírle. ¿Cuáles serían los efectos de los fuegos artificiales? Oh, tenemos una lista completa. Tenemos algunos de mano. Tenemos algunos gerbs. Cascadas. Cascadas. Minas. Y una unidad …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026, 9:15 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE ITEMS
1. Resolution Approving a Fireworks Discharge Permit for ACE Pyro, LLC for
Special Effects at the Gillette Bridge in Connection with the wedding of Dr.
Rashmi Juneja on June 20, 2026
2. Resolution Approving a Fireworks Discharge Permit for Image Engineering
Special Effects D/B/A Image SFX for Special Effects at the Acrisure
Amphitheater in Connection with the Machine Gun Kelly Lost Americana Tour
Concert on June 17, 2026
3. Resolution to schedule a public hearing on July 21, 2026, for the 111 Barnett
Street NE, 830 Fourth Street NW and 838 Butterworth Avenue SW
Redevelopment Project
4. Resolution scheduling a public hearing for July 21, 2026, to consider an
Amendment to the Brownfield Plan Amendment for the Redevelopment Project
located at 701 Ann Street NW
5. Resolution scheduling a public hearing for July 21, 2026, to consider
establishing an Industrial Development District for Profile Films at 701 Ann
Street NW
6. Resolution scheduling a public hearing to consider an application for an
Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate filed by Profile Films for a $26 million
project located at 701 Ann Street NW
7. Resolution awarding a contr …
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 08:00 AM
Committee on Appointments Meeting
El comité revisará varios nombramientos de juntas y autoridades.
El Comité de Nombramientos está considerando múltiples resoluciones para confirmar miembros para las autoridades locales. Esto incluye renombramientos a la Autoridad del Banco de Tierras de Grand Rapids y a la Autoridad Regional de Biosólidos del Gran Valle. El comité también discutirá las vacantes actuales en las juntas y comisiones de la ciudad.
- Renombramiento de Guillermo Cisneros a Grand Rapids Land Bank Authority
- Renombramiento de David LaGrand a Grand Rapids Land Bank Authority
- Renombramiento de Molly Clarin a Grand Valley Regional Biosolids Authority
- Renombramiento de Wayne Jernberg a Grand Valley Regional Biososids Authority
- Renombramiento de James Ouzts a Grand Valley Regional Biososids Authority
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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Buenos días. Se declara abierta la sesión del Comité de Nombramientos a las 8:00 a.m. Bien, tenemos varios puntos en la agenda de hoy. En primer lugar, una resolución que confirma el nuevo nombramiento del alcalde LeGrand de David LeGrand en la Autoridad de Bancos de Tierras de Grand Rapids. Se presenta la moción. Secundada. ¿Comentarios sobre este nombramiento, colegas? Me parece bien. Buena representación del sector empresarial y de la comunidad hispana, así que gracias. Bien. ¿Sin más comentarios? ¿Todos a favor? A favor. A favor. ¿En contra? Se aprueba la moción. Pasamos a nuestra segunda resolución, que confirma el nuevo nombramiento del alcalde LeGrand de Molly Claren en la Autoridad Regional de Biosólidos de Grand Valley. Se presenta la moción. Secundada. Moción presentada y secundada. ¿Comentarios, colegas? ¿Sin comentarios? ¿Todos a favor? A favor. A favor. ¿En contra? Se aprueba la moción. Pasamos a nuestra tercera resolución, que confirma el nuevo nombramiento del alcalde LeGrand de Wayne Jernberg en la Autoridad Regional de Biosólidos de Grand Valley. Se presenta la moción. Secundada. Moción presentada y secundada. ¿Comentarios, colegas? ¿Comentarios sobre este nombramiento, colegas? ¿Puedo simplemente agradecerle por su servicio? Gracias, Mike. Por supuesto, es una excelente opción. Sí, muchos de estos son simplemente para decir: "Está bien, les agradecemos a todos". Nada divertido. Bien. ¿Sin más comentarios? ¿Todos a favor? A favor. A favor. ¿En contra? Se apru …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENTS
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026, 8:00 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENTS
1. Resolution confirming Mayor LaGrand's reappointment of Guillermo Cisneros to
the Grand Rapids Land Bank Authority
2. Resolution confirming the Mayoral reappointment of David LaGrand to the
Grand Rapids Land Bank Authority
3. Resolution approving the City Commission's reappointment of Molly Clarin to the
Grand Valley Regional Biosolids Authority
4. Resolution approving the City Commission's reappointment of Wayne Jernberg
to the Grand Valley Regional Biosolids Authority
5. Resolution approving the City Commission's reappointment of James Ouzts to
the Grand Valley Regional Biosolids Authority
6. Discussion on the Board and Commission Vacancy List - June 16, 2026
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 08:30 AM
Fiscal Committee Meeting
Fiscal Committee aceptará una subvención de $12.9M para Grand River Lower Reach
El Fiscal Committee votará sobre la aceptación de varias subvenciones, incluyendo una subvención federal de $12.9 millones para el Grand River Revitalization Project. También considerarán contratos para servicios gestionados de Oracle ERP, relaciones públicas y servicios de vivienda, junto con sustituciones presupuestarias para mejoras de infraestructura y una modificación de ordenanza.
- Aceptar subvención de $12,900,000 del USDA para Grand River Revitalization Project – Lower Reach
- Aceptar subvención de $4,300,000 de Michigan Talent Partnership de MEDC
- Aprobar contrato de $200,000 con iteria-US para servicios gestionados de Oracle ERP para FY2027
- Autorizar $170,005 para baliza peatonal híbrida en Lyon St y Fuller Ave
- Autorizar $491,865 para reemplazo de unidad de manejo de aire HVAC en Westside Complex
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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Gracias. ¿Alguna pregunta, colegas? No escucho ni veo ninguna. ¿Todos a favor? A favor. ¿Alguien en contra? El punto se aprueba. Gracias. El punto número dos es una resolución que acepta una subvención de $4.3 millones y autoriza la ejecución de un acuerdo con la Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Míchigan para el Programa de Subvenciones de la Asociación de Talento de Míchigan. ¿Se presenta una moción? Apoyo. Gracias. El punto número dos es una resolución que acepta una subvención de $4.3 millones y autoriza la ejecución de un acuerdo con la Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Míchigan para el Programa de Subvenciones de la Asociación de Talento de Míchigan. ¿Se presenta una moción? Apoyo. Moción y apoyo. ¿Señora Renero? Adelante. Buenos días. Esto es la aceptación de los fondos. Se trata de una solicitud de subvención al estado por aproximadamente $7 millones. Se nos otorgaron $4.3 millones. Y este es el proyecto en Monroe Norte que abordará la conversión de la división en Ionia, las escaleras, las escaleras de Fairbank, y también mejoras de movilidad entre la colina y el río. Esto, ya sabe, creo que solicitamos esto el año pasado, así que así es el tiempo que toman este tipo de cosas. Pero me alegra verlo aquí. Sé que fue muy reñido y competitivo, pero me alegra que Grand Rapids haya podido obtener este premio. Colegas, ¿alguna pregunta sobre este punto? No escucho ni veo ninguna, ¿todos a favor? A favor. ¿Alguien en contra? El punto se aprueba. Gracias, señora Rene …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
FISCAL COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026, 8:30 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
FISCAL COMMITTEE ITEMS
1. Resolution accepting a grant award in the amount of $300,000 from the
Michigan Department of Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) for the development of
a Stormwater Resiliency Plan.
2. Resolution accepting a $4,300,000 grant award and authorizing the execution of
an agreement with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation for the
Michigan Talent Partnership grant program.
3. Resolution approving a Grant Agreement with the U.S.D.A. Natural Resources
Conservation Service in the amount of $12,900,000 for the Grand River
Revitalization Project – Lower Reach
4. Resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with the Greater
Grand Rapids Chamber Foundation through Housing Next for Housing Practice
Lead services in an amount not to exceed $100,000
5. Resolution approving a contract between iteria-US and the City of Grand Rapids
for managed services related to the Oracle ERP for FY2027 in an amount not to
exceed $200,000.
6. Resolution authorizing execution of a Contract with SeyferthPR for public
relations services in an amount not to exceed $50,000
7. Resolution authorizing FY2027 insurance renewals with various providers for a
total cost of $3,209,241.00
8. Reso …
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 02:00 PM
Legislative Team Meeting
Equipo legislativo revisa actualizaciones de asignaciones presupuestarias para el año fiscal 2027
Esta reunión presenta actualizaciones sobre los procesos de asignaciones presupuestarias federales y estatales para el año fiscal 2027 y una presentación de la Michigan Municipal League. No se esperan votaciones ni decisiones.
- Actualización del proceso de asignaciones presupuestarias federales para el año fiscal 2027 de Steve Carey
- Actualización de asignaciones presupuestarias estatales para el año fiscal 2027 de Bill Jackson
- Presentación de Dan Gilmartin, Michigan Municipal League
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✓ Decidido: Grand Rapids legislative team hears updates, takes no formal positions
The Legislative Team meeting was primarily informational, featuring updates on federal and state appropriations and a presentation from the Michigan Municipal League on housing policy. No formal legislative positions were adopted, and no binding decisions were made. The team agreed to continue discussions and coordinate future conversations with Representative Grant.
- Approved minutes from April 28, 2026 meeting
- No formal legislative position adopted on housing legislation
- Staff to continue discussions with Michigan Municipal League
- Staff to coordinate future conversations with Representative Grant
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 6th Floor, Conference Room 601
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Legislative Team Meeting
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
City Hall, Conference Room 601
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
1. Call to order
2. Approval of minutes:
a. Minutes of 4/28/2026 2:00 pm
3. Federal update from Steve Carey, Potomac Strategic Development
Company, LLC:
a. FY 2027 Federal Appropriations process update
4. State update from Bill Jackson, McAlvey Merchant & Associates:
a. State Appropriations for FY 2027 update
5. Presentation from Dan Gilmartin, Executive Director and CEO for the
Michigan Municipal League
6. Updates by team members
7. Adjournment
Next meeting is Tuesday, July 7th, 2026 at 2:00 pm in Room 601, City Hall
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City of Grand Rapids
Legislative Team Meeting Minutes
Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: City Hall, Conference Room 601
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 2:00 p.m.
2. Approval of Minutes
The minutes from the April 28, 2026, Legislative Team Meeting were approved.
3. Federal Update
Presenter: Steve Carey, Potomac Strategic Development Company, LLC
Mr. Carey provided an update on the FY 2027 federal appropriations process.
Key Discussion Points
•
House Appropriations Committees continue advancing individual appropriations
bills while the Senate has been slower to act.
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Senate topline funding levels for domestic discretionary spending are expected to
exceed House proposals, benefiting programs related to education, health care,
research, and other domestic priorities.
•
Congress is expected to rely on a Continuing Resolution (CR) beyond October 1,
as passage of all appropriations bills before the start of the federal fiscal year
appears unlikely.
•
The outcome of the November elections is expected to significantly influence the
timing of final appropriations legislation.
•
Discussion included the Administration's interest in pursuing an additional
reconciliation package, which could bypass the traditional appropriations process
and reduce opportunities for congressionally directed spending (earmarks).
•
Members were encouraged to monitor congressional activity over the coming
months as budget …
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 09:45 AM
Committee of the Whole Meeting
La ciudad asignará $9.6 millones al Affordable Housing Fund
El Committee of the Whole votará sobre un pago de $9,595,000 a la Grand Rapids Community Foundation para el Affordable Housing Fund, aprobará un acuerdo anual de compra de $50,000 por servicios de vapor eléctrico, y considerará solicitudes de permisos de distritos sociales. Las sesiones informativas cubrirán el seguimiento del presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 y las actualizaciones de las elecciones de 2026.
- Pago de $9,595,000 al Affordable Housing Fund
- Acuerdo anual de compra de $50,000 con Vicinity Energy para eSteam
- Permiso de distrito social para Our Brewing Company en 738 Wealthy St SE
- Acuerdo de lodos de aguas residuales con City of Wyoming
- Proclamación de Juneteenth
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City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
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Voy a declarar abierta la sesión del Comité Plenario. Me alegra ver a un grupo tan grande de personas aquí de la Urban League. Entiendo que todos ustedes tienen discursos de 10 minutos preparados para nosotros. Así que, si pueden acercarse al micrófono. No, solo estoy bromeando. Me alegra mucho verlos a todos aquí. Genial. Vamos a tomar nuestros puntos fuera de orden esta mañana. Empezaremos con el punto número dos. Se trata de una resolución que recomienda... Solo para ser transparentes, para las personas que vinieron por el punto número uno, estamos esperando a un socio comunitario más. Luego volveremos a ese punto a solicitud del personal. Muy bien. El punto número dos es una resolución que recomienda la aprobación por parte de la Comisión de Control de Licores de Michigan de una Solicitud de Permiso de Distrito Social para una empresa ubicada en el 38 de la Calle Comercial, Suite 101. Creo que son dos establecimientos del centro que solicitan un Permiso de Distrito Social. Creo que uno de ellos opera como Buffalo Wild Wings. Pero ambos están en el distrito del centro. Entendido. ¿Algún comentario? Solo señalaré, como hago de vez en cuando, que creo que deberíamos convertir toda la ciudad en un Distrito Social y ya. De lo contrario, solo estamos estigmatizando a las personas que no tienen la sofisticación para pedir permiso para el área alrededor de su negocio. Pero aparte de eso, todos a favor, digan "sí". Sí. El siguiente es una resolución similar que recomienda la aprob …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026, 9:45 AM
City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 9th Floor, City Commission Chambers
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ITEMS
1. A Proclamation Commemorating Juneteenth in the City of Grand Rapids
2. Resolution recommending approval by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission
of Social District Permit applications pursuant to Public Act 124 of 2020
3. Resolution recommending approval by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission
of Social District Permit application pursuant to Public Act 124 of 2020 for Our
Brewing Company, LLC located at 738 Wealthy St SE.
4. Resolution approving an agreement with the City of Wyoming to accept and
process wastewater sludge
5. Resolution authorizing payment to the Grand Rapids Community Foundation is
the amount of $9,595,000 for the City of Grand Rapids Affordable Housing Fund
6. Authorization to execute a Purchase Agreement with Vicinity Energy in the
amount of $50,000 annually for the purchase of electric-generated steam
(eSteam) services
BRIEFINGS
1. Follow-Up on FY2027 Budget Deliberations
2. 2026 Elections Update
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 07:00 PM
City Commission Meeting
La comisión vota sobre cambios de zonificación para ADU, un proyecto de $26M y actualizaciones presupuestarias
La Comisión de la Ciudad de Grand Rapids revisará y votará sobre varios temas clave, incluyendo una enmienda importante a las reglas de zonificación para unidades de vivienda accesoria y un distrito de reurbanización planificado en 2071 E. Beltline Avenue. La agenda también incluye audiencias públicas para dos grandes proyectos industriales: una expansión de $26 millones de Profile Films en 701 Ann Street NW y un proyecto de $7.5 millones de Honeycrisp Ventures en 2210 Northridge Drive NW. Además, la comisión aprobará múltiples subvenciones, contratos de construcción y sustituciones presupuestarias para infraestructura urbana y vivienda asequible.
- Enmienda a las regulaciones de zonificación para unidades de vivienda accesoria (ADU)
- Audiencias públicas para un proyecto de $26M de Profile Films en 701 Ann Street NW y un proyecto de $7.5M de Honeycrisp Ventures en 2210 Northridge Drive NW
- Subvención de $12.9M para el Proyecto de Revitalización del Río Grand y pago de $9.6M al Fondo de Vivienda Asequible
- Contratos de construcción para la reconstrucción de la carretera Millbank ($683,597) y mejoras en Camelot Park ($1.06M)
- Sustituciones presupuestarias para un semáforo peatonal en Lyon & Fuller ($170k) y el puente de rampa de la calle MLK Jr. ($280.9k)
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Grand Rapids Public Museum, 272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
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Orden, y les pido a todos que nos acompañen, como es nuestra costumbre, con un momento de silencio. Por favor, pónganse de pie y únanse a nosotros en el Juramento a la Bandera. Juramento a la bandera de los Estados Unidos de América, y a la república que representa, una nación, bajo Dios, indivisible, con libertad y justicia para todos. Sr. Secretario, pase lista. Comisionado Kilgore. Presente. Comisionado Knight. Presente. Comisionado Assasi. Presente. Comisionado Perdue. Comisionado Belichick. Alcalde LeGrand. El primer punto del orden del día es la aprobación de las actas de nuestra última reunión. Se propone. Así se propone. ¿Tengo un segundo? Gracias. Todos a favor digan "sí". Sí. La moción se aprueba. Eso nos lleva a peticiones y comunicaciones. Sr. Secretario. La primera es una comunicación recibida de Michael D. Yoder con una queja por ruido contra Accra Share Amphitheater. Recibida y archivada. Comunicación recibida de Lori Trummel con una queja por ruido contra Accra Share Amphitheater. Recibida y archivada. Comunicación recibida de Annette Vandenberg West Grand Neighborhood Organization sobre la representación del Primer Distrito en la Comisión de la Ciudad de Grand Rapids. Recibida y archivada. Comunicación recibida de Shannon Henderson expresando apoyo al uso de fondos estatales para medidas alternativas de respuesta a crisis. Comunicación recibida instando a la Comisión de la Ciudad a considerar un día gratuito de recolección de basura voluminosa en la acera. Es …
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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS
CITY COMMISSION
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
7:00 PM
Grand Rapids Public Museum, 272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Pre-Meeting Open House with City Departments from 6-7 PM
Welcome to the Grand Rapids City Commission Meeting. This session is the final process in the
consideration of the items listed on the following agenda. All of these agenda items have been
thoroughly reviewed and discussed in the various Standing Committees of the City Commission
which meet on Tuesday morning. To view all meeting documents, please visit:
www.grandrapidsmi.gov/government/city-commission/.
Persons who need reasonable accommodation to participate, are asked to contact the City Clerk’s
Office at 616-456-3010 or cityclerk@grcity.us.
Expected Meeting Procedures
1. Depending on the meeting there can be multiple opportunities for public
comment.
- The First is for specially scheduled required public hearings
- The Second is for any issue you would like to bring to the attention of
the Commission
2. You may only speak once on each issue.
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as such:
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- Please refrain from swearing, name-calling and/or making derogatory
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