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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Parking enforcement duties transfer from police dept. to Mobile GR A 2019 external staffing and deployment study of the police department suggested that increased non-sworn support could help free-up officers to perform duties that require police powers. This week, Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD) Chief Eric Payne and Mobile GR Department Director Josh Naramore showcased how that recommendation will soon be put to use.
City announces cost-saving upgrades with LED street lighting During its meetings on Tuesday, the City Commission approved the adoption of LED lights for all neighborhood street lighting. City officials cited economic, safety and environmental benefits for this move. The Commission’s approval awards a contract to Strain Electric to replace existing street lighting throughout the city with LED lights.
Community conversation regarding the New Community Transformation Fund The City of Grand Rapids Office of Equity and Engagement in partnership with the West Michigan chapter of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators will host a virtual community conversation regarding the New Community Transformation Fund on Monday, March 1 at 6 pm. This conversation will build awareness of the new investment fund focused on current & prospective business owners of color.