Government & Politics

Build a better city

Submitted 06-04-2013 under PLACE-MATTERS

Public participation is the key to "making" a place. Here's a look at lessons from the recent Re:STATE event and how you can begin your journey as a "placemaker."

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Mayor answers citizen concerns, discusses Arena South

Submitted 06-03-2013 under NONPROFITS

This month, Ana Olvera asks the mayor about considerations being made for low-income residents of the Arena South district as development plans are made. Olvera's question is part of City Connection on GRTV.

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West MI Fractivist Steve Losher: "We've got every right to be here!"

Submitted 05-10-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Steve Losher provides insights on the effects of hydraulic fracturing and MLAWD's journey to save state land.

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Fracking comes to West Michigan

Submitted 05-10-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

GRCC's Writing for Publication class interviews local fractivists - citizen activists concerned about the dangers of fracking.

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Commissioner White answers citizen questions on City Connection

Submitted 05-05-2013 under NONPROFITS

Rapidian staff and politics beat member Renato Delos Reyes poses a question about repairing city damage from flooding. City Commissioner White sat in for Mayor Heartwell

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