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New Grand Rapids apartment complex may strain mutual aid

A 181-unit development just over the city line in Grand Rapids could draw Kentwood police into mutual aid responses if Grand Rapids' coverage of that southern area is slow, the chief and a commissioner noted.

1 mentionLast discussed Jul 21, 2026

LowPublic Safety

Fire hydrant repainting program

The city will sandblast and repaint its 218 hydrants with durable water-tower paint, starting with major streets this month, so hydrants stay visible and bright yellow.

1 mentionLast discussed Jun 2, 2026

LowPublic Safety

FOIA policy amendment and appeals committee

The commission removed its proposed Freedom of Information Act policy update from the consent agenda and will keep refining it before bringing it back.

2 mentionsLast discussed May 19, 2026