The meetings covered multiple agenda items across the Committee on Appointments and the Fiscal Committee. The Committee on Appointments discussed vacancies and appointments for various boards and commissions, including the Quarter Improvement Authorities, the urban agriculture and forestry board, and the local officers compensation commission. The Fiscal Committee approved resolutions for a memorandum of understanding with Kent County for crime assistance grant funds, an agreement with Mel Trotter Ministries for a personal belonging storage program, an agreement with MuseGr LLC for the MLK community center placemaking project, and a grant from the Grand Rapids Community Foundation for the Studio to College services.
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The meeting encompassed two committee sessions: the Committee on Appointments and the Fiscal Committee. The Committee on Appointments confirmed the appointment of a new member to the Community Relations Commission, discussed the board and commission vacancy list, including a vacancy on the Historic Preservation Commission, and addressed a request for sending letters of appreciation to families of deceased members. The Fiscal Committee approved an amendment to the investment policy for retiree healthcare defined benefit plans, a resolution to repeal authorization to trade securities with specific broker-dealer firms, and authorization to do business with Breen Capital LLC. Additionally, the Fiscal Committee accepted a grant award from the WGI Foundation for the purchase of a wood grinder to support composting operations, approved a contract with Experience Grand Rapids for fiscal year 2027, and authorized a police recruit class to attend Grand Valley State University.
May 5, 2026·Board meeting
City Commission Special Budget Workshop
The City Commission held a budget workshop to review strategic priorities and financial allocations. The discussion covered the public safety budget, including staffing levels, recruitment efforts, the cadet intern program, and overtime analysis. Additionally, the commission reviewed the mental health co-response program and discussed future operational needs such as radio replacements, expanding the number of community officers, and the potential for a second shift traffic unit.
Nov 1, 2025·Strategic plan
City of Grand Rapids Strategic Plan 2025
The City of Grand Rapids Strategic Plan is an updated roadmap that builds upon previous versions to elevate the quality of life through excellent city services. Guided by core values—accountability, collaboration, customer service, equity, innovation, and sustainability—the plan focuses on six strategic priorities: Governmental Excellence, Economic Prosperity and Affordability, Engaged and Connected Community, Health and Environment, Mobility, and Safe Community. Its overarching vision is to establish Grand Rapids as a nationally recognized equitable, welcoming, innovative, and collaborative city with a robust economy, a safe and healthy community, and opportunities for a high quality of life for all residents.
