We Will Rise This is our home. No challenge is too big for us. We don’t – we won’t – back down. We will recover from this disruption. Need proof? Check out this video produced by Sirena Johnson of our Office of Communications. #WeWillRise
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2020 Census The 2020 Census is a unique opportunity for us to demonstrate the growth we're seeing in our community. It's vital for Grand Rapids’ success during the next decade.
YouTube Channel Did you know we stream City Commission and Planning Commission meetings? Check out these videos and more on our YouTube channel.
Report an Issue You can request City services right from your mobile phone. grcity 311 is the official app for reporting issues across the City.
City asks for public input on parks through photos The City of Grand Rapids is requesting public input through social media to help shape the future of the city park system. The PhotoVision challenge aims to capture people’s stories and experiences of Grand Rapids parks, particularly their experiences throughout the pandemic.
Sustainability, housing and homelessness achievements and plans shared The City Commission recently received updates on the City’s sustainability, housing and homeless efforts. The presentations demonstrated how the City has made investments in the environment and housing despite setbacks from the pandemic. They also revealed how the City plans to continue investing in programs and infrastructure to achieve the goals in its strategic plan.
City earns Our Town grant from the National Endowment for the Arts The City of Grand Rapids has been awarded a $75,000 Our Town grant to research, plan and integrate wayfinding, historical markers and art of original indigenous people into the "River for All" Grand River trail and restoration project. The grant through the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) will help fund a series of interpretive monuments along the Grand River trail.