City of Grand Rapids
Recent News About City of Grand Rapids
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Medilodge of Grand Rapids: 2-star nursing home in Kent County
Owned by Grand Rapids Holdco, LLC since Sep. 1, 2022, Medilodge of Grand Rapids had an overall rating of two in the fourth quarter of 2023.
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Holland Home Breton Rehabilitation and Living Centre, a non-profit facility, had a rating of 5 in Q4 2023
Owned by Christian Living Services since Dec. 1, 1990, Holland Home Breton Rehabilitation and Living Centre boasted an overall rating of five in the fourth quarter of 2023.
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Who owned Covenant Village of the Great Lakes in Q4 2023?
Owned by Covenant Living Communities and Services since March 28, 1995, Covenant Village of the Great Lakes had an overall rating of three in the fourth quarter of 2023.
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City Requests Proposals for Lead Programs in the Third Ward
The City of Grand Rapids has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for lead-reducing water filter programs in the Third Ward. This initiative is part of the Participatory Budgeting Grand Rapids (PBGR) process, where residents allocated $500,000 to address concerns about potential lead in drinking water.The City is looking for individuals, organizations, companies, or agencies to promote and distribute free lead-reducing water filters, provide educational information, and conduct in-home lead risk evaluations. The focus of this funding is on homes that have not yet had...
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City of Grand Rapids Offers Free Lifeguard Certification to Address Nationwide Shortage
The City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department is taking proactive measures to address the nationwide lifeguard shortage by offering free American Red Cross certification courses. The department plans to hire 75 lifeguards this summer to ensure the safety of swimmers at the city's three public pools.In an effort to reduce barriers to becoming a certified lifeguard, the city is offering free certification courses to applicants who are not already certified. The American Red Cross certification, which is valid for two years and has a value of $275, will be...
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Most City offices closed Feb. 19 for Presidents Day
Most City of Grand Rapids offices will be closed on Monday, February 19 in observance of the Presidents Day holiday. The closure was announced in a statement released by the City of Grand Rapids on February 14, 2024. City offices will resume their normal operations on Tuesday, February 20.According to the statement, there will be no delays in curbside refuse and recycling collection services during the week. The Grand Rapids Public Library will remain open during its regular operating hours, ensuring that residents can still access its services. Additionally, the City's...
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City of Grand Rapids Publishes Community-wide GHG Emissions Inventory and Targets
The City of Grand Rapids in Michigan has released a community-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory, along with ambitious reduction targets. The inventory, conducted by ICLEI–Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA) and supported by the E.H.Zero initiative, reveals that the Grand Rapids community generated 2,492,064 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents (MTCO2e) in 2019.The City has set a science-based GHG/carbon emissions reduction goal of a 62.8% reduction per capita by 2030 and a 100% reduction per capita by 2050. These targets align with the...
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City Announces Third Ward Vacancy Applicants, Details Appointment Process
The Grand Rapids City Commission has announced the seven candidates who will be moving forward in the selection process for the Third Ward Commissioner Vacancy. These candidates will participate in a public interview before the Committee on Appointments on February 20. The appointment process has been further detailed to provide transparency and clarity.The seven candidates who have passed the vetting process and will be considered for the position include individuals who have submitted their biographies and essays. To review these documents, interested parties can visit...
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Grand Rapids Issues Survey on City Services, Other Topics
The City of Grand Rapids in Michigan has initiated a National Community Survey (NCS) as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance services. Randomly selected households across the city will receive a postcard requesting their participation in the survey. The responses obtained from these households will provide statistically valid data that will assist city officials in benchmarking metrics obtained from the previous 2022 NCS survey. The results will be utilized to guide the City Commission's discussions during future budget deliberations for Fiscal Year 2025.The survey...
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City sets & opens appointment process for new Third Ward Commissioner
Mayor Rosalynn Bliss and City Commissioners today announced a formal process for filling the Third Ward vacancy on the City Commission.
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City earns AARP’s Age-Friendly Community status
The City of Grand Rapids is once again an AARP Age-Friendly Community. This month, AARP informed the City that it renewed the City’s status as a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities through January 2027.
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2021: Kent County residents have median age of 36
Kent County residents have a median age of 36-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.
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City of Grand Rapids Earns AARP's Age-Friendly Community Status
The City of Grand Rapids in Michigan has once again been recognized as an AARP Age-Friendly Community. AARP informed the City that it has renewed its status as a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities through January 2027. This designation is given to cities, towns, and counties that prepare for the rapid aging of their populations by focusing on the environmental, economic, and social factors that influence the health and well-being of older adults.Grand Rapids first explored the possibility of becoming an age-friendly community in 2015 and...
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City sets & opens appointment process for new Third Ward Commissioner
Grand Rapids, Michigan – Mayor Rosalynn Bliss and City Commissioners have announced the official process for filling the vacancy in the Third Ward on the City Commission. The announcement was made today by City Clerk Joel Hondorp, who shared a proposed timeline and appointment process for selecting a new Third Ward representative. The City Commission has agreed to an open and transparent appointment process.Mayor Bliss expressed her gratitude to the retired Nathaniel Moody for his service to the community, stating, "Commissioner Moody left us with large shoes to fill, but...
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Citywide LED streetlighting project is nearly complete
Grand Rapids’ conversion of its 18,000 City streetlights to LED fixtures is nearly complete.
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Citywide LED Streetlighting Project Nears Completion in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, Michigan is on the verge of completing its citywide LED streetlighting project, with over 80 percent of the conversion already finished. The project, which involves converting 18,000 city streetlights to energy-efficient LED fixtures, has been progressing steadily. According to City Engineer Tim Burkman, the decision to switch to LED lights was driven by the desire to enhance safety, reduce costs, and promote environmental sustainability. Burkman stated, "Our primary goal in arriving at this decision was the safety of our residents and neighborhoods, which...
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Offices closed Jan. 15 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Most City of Grand Rapids offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 15 in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.
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City issues Resident’s Guide to the City’s Finances
The City of Grand Rapids has published online the latest Resident’s Guide to the City’s Finances and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. These reports summarize the City’s finances for the fiscal year 2023.
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1 gas station in cities throughout Kent County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Jan. 13
The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Kent County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.
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City of Grand Rapids Publishes Resident’s Guide to the City’s Finances
The City of Grand Rapids has released the latest Resident’s Guide to the City’s Finances and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, providing a summary of the city's financial status for the fiscal year 2023. City Comptroller Max Frantz presented the guide during a recent Committee of the Whole meeting, offering residents an easy-to-understand version of the comprehensive financial report.The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) consists of financial statements that comply with the accounting requirements of the U.S. Governmental Accounting Standards Board. The...