Holiday Lighting Funding

The Board approved funding for holiday lighting decor Downtown. Funds will be used to replace old or faulty infrastructure throughout multiple corridors Downtown, as well as for a replacement light tunnel at Rosa Parks Circle and a new light tunnel at Monument Park.

The Board approved funds not-to-exceed $80,000 for holiday lighting.

South Division Trash Cans

The Board approved funding for 30 new trash cans on South Division Avenue. Over the last decade, a mix of new and existing infrastructure has been used for trash receptacles in the corridor. DGRI staff worked with the Heartside Business Association and the Heartside Downtown Neighborhood Association on the selection of new trash cans, ultimately choosing a product that has the option to display local artwork on the side of the can.

The Board approved funds not-to-exceed $70,000 for the purchase and deployment of new trash cans on South Division.

Acrisure Amphitheater Resolution and Memorandum of Understanding

The Board approved a resolution and memorandum of understanding with the City of Grand Rapids to formalize the process for distribution of bond proceeds to support the construction of the Acrisure Amphitheater.

This agenda item was added at the meeting. The staff memorandum describing the item can be found here.

Community Rebuilders Update

Community Rebuilders provided an update on the Geographically Targeted Housing Outreach initiative. The summary can be found on page 22 of the agenda packet.