Grand Rapids approves new $786 million budget: What's in it?

Grand Rapids approves new $786 million budget: What's in it?

The Grand Rapids City Commission on Tuesday approved its 2027 annual budget, totaling $786 million.

Grand Rapids adopts $786 million Fiscal Year 2027 budget

Grand Rapids has officially adopted its Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The $786 million plan was unveiled last month. It's designed to keep essential services strong, support new community assets, and manage rising costs in a changing economy.The fiscal year begins July 1, 2026. City Manager Mark Washington says the plan balances stability with funding priorities neighbors care about most, from neighborhood safety to vibrant parks.Here are some of the…

Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce applauds GR City Commission unanimous vote for funding cops and developers

All six Grand Rapids City Commissioners and Mayor LaGrand voted to approve the $786 million City Budget on Tuesday, despite calls to reduce funding for the GRPD from residents. However, there are some sectors of this city that are delighted that the $786 million budget was approved. The Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce sent a letter to the GR City Commission on Monday, May 18th, which you can read in the packet of information you can access here…