Neighbors question federal student safety funding for East Grand Rapids sidewalk project

Neighbors question federal student safety funding for East Grand Rapids sidewalk project

Neighbors along Reeds Lake Boulevard in East Grand Rapids are pushing back against a proposed sidewalk project, questioning whether federal 'Safe Routes to School' funding is being used where it's needed most.The sidewalk is part of East Grand Rapids' 'Safe Routes to School' improvements aimed at enhancing student safety throughout the city. The project would add a 5-foot concrete sidewalk along the south side of Reeds Lake Boulevard from El Cen…