City of East Grand Rapids
Recent News About City of East Grand Rapids
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2021 Parks Improvement Millage
As approved in the Parks Improvement Millage approved by voters last November, the City is working with the EGR School District to replace the playground equipment at the three elementary schools.
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
The City of East Grand Rapids is encouraging community members to properly dispose of unused and expired prescription medications at its Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 30.
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
The Public Safety Department will be participating in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 30 from 10 am until 2 pm.
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84 percent of people 25 or older have an associate's degree or higher in East Grand Rapids
84 percent of people 25 years or older had an associate's degree or higher in East Grand Rapids in 2020, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Two mortuary science licenses issued in Kent County during Q1
Two mortuary science licenses were issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Kent County during the first quarter, a 50 percent decrease from the same quarter of the previous year.
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Public Safety Department Issues Annual Reports
Despite challenges brought on by the pandemic, the Public Safety Department was able to maintain essential police, fire, and medical response services while responding to citizen and community needs with professionalism and compassion.
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One security guard license issued in Kent County during Q1
One security guard license was issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Kent County during the first quarter, an increase over the same quarter of the previous year.
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One security alarm license issued in Kent County during Q1
One security alarm license was issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Kent County during the first quarter, an increase over the same quarter of the previous year.
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One unarmed combat commission license issued in Kent County during Q1
One unarmed combat commission license was issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Kent County during the first quarter, an increase over the same quarter of the previous year.
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City Commission - Special Meeting
The East Grand Rapids City Commission will hold a special meeting on the date and time listed below to award a contract for consulting services relating to elementary school playground replacement projects from the Parks Improvement Millage.
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Spring Break Safety Tips & More
Whether you’re traveling during spring break or enjoying a staycation, there are several things to keep in mind.
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EGR’s GOT TALENT on Saturday, March 12
The High School Drama Department will be presenting EGR’s GOT TALENT on Saturday, March 12 at 7 pm at the HS Performing Arts Center.
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13 Collection Practice licenses set to expire during Q2 in Kent County
13 Collection Practice licenses held by individuals and organizations from Kent County are set to expire during the second quarter, according to Michigan's Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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2 Postsecondary School licenses set to expire during Q2 in Kent County
Two Postsecondary School licenses held by organizations from Kent County are set to expire during the second quarter, according to Michigan's Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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2 Security Alarm licenses set to expire during Q2 in Kent County
Two Security Alarm licenses held by organizations from Kent County are set to expire during the second quarter, according to Michigan's Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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EGR Offering Pay Increase for Lifeguards
In an effort to recruit lifeguards for its two community pools, the City of East Grand Rapids has increased starting pay to $15 an hour and is waiving the $250 fee for the lifeguard certification class.
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4 Security Guard licenses set to expire during Q2 in Kent County
Four Security Guard licenses held by organizations from Kent County are set to expire during the second quarter, according to Michigan's Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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3 Hearing Aid Dealer licenses set to expire during Q2 in Kent County
Three Hearing Aid Dealer licenses held by individuals from Kent County are set to expire during the second quarter, according to Michigan's Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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24 professional licenses set to expire during Q2 in Kent County
24 professional licenses held by individuals and organizations from Kent County are set to expire during the second quarter of 2022, according to Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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Franklin Street renamed to Martin Luther King, Jr. Street
Showing enthusiastic support for a community-led effort to honor a civil rights hero, the East Grand Rapids City Commission on Monday unanimously approved the renaming of Franklin Street SE to Martin Luther King Jr. Street.