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East Express | May 11, 2023

PARKS & RECREATION

May is Water Safety Month WATER SAFETY MONTH

During Water Safety Month, we encourage you to check out these tips from the American Red Cross to help ensure you and your loved ones have a safe and fun summer season ahead. 

 

KAYAK AND CANOE LAUNCH OPEN FOR SEASON

The Reeds Lake kayak and canoe launch, located behind the Public Safety building at 770 Lakeside Drive SE, is now open for the season. For more information, click here. 

PUBLIC SAFETY

Cory Buter with family and EGR Public Safety Chief Mark Herald at the May 1 City Commission meeting.

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER BUTER PROMOTED TO SERGEANT

Join us in congratulating Cory Buter on his recent promotion to sergeant in our Public Safety Department. As sergeant, he will supervise C shift and serve as a liaison between officers and department management, among other responsibilities. 

 

Sgt. Buter looks forward to continuing to serve our community in this new role. He enjoys connecting with EGR residents, especially at block parties, Public Safety tours and the department’s annual fall open house.

 

Read more about Sgt. Buter, his new role and his safety tips for residents here.



FINANCE & CITY ADMINISTRATION

City Commission chambers

NEXT CITY COMMISSION MEETING: MAY 15
The next City Commission meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, May 15 at the Community Center, 750 Lakeside Drive SE.

 

Read the agenda here. 

 

Community members can also watch the meeting live via the City’s YouTube channel.


MAY 2 ELECTION RESULTS
Results from the May 2 election can be accessed on Kent County’s website here.

 

Special thanks to City staff, election workers and community volunteers who helped facilitate another efficient and secure election.

PUBLIC WORKS

2023 National Public Works Week

NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK EVENTS

May 21-27 is recognized as National Public Works Week by the American Public Works Association. This year, our Public Works team, in partnership with the EGR branch of the Kent District Library, will host a storytime at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 24 in the library. This will be followed by a Touch-a-Truck event 10 a.m. to noon in the parking lot north of the library at the Community Center, 750 Lakeside Drive SE. 

 

Reeds Lake sunset

REEDS LAKE WATER TREATMENTS

Public Works will begin Reeds Lake weed, algae and invasive species treatments in partnership with PLM Lake and Land Management the week of May 15. Reeds Lake residents are encouraged to view the treatment schedule and full notice here. 

 

Any questions about the treatments can be answered by Public Works at 616.940.4817. 

CONSTRUCTION UPDATES
View the latest construction updates from Public Works here.

COMMUNITY PARTNERS 

EGRHS alumni Betsy Willey and Bill Spindle

EGR SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
Save the date for the EGRSF Community Service and Distinguished Alumni Awards dinner Wednesday, Sept. 13 at the JW Marriott in downtown Grand Rapids. Betsy Willey, class of 1964 and lifelong community supporter, will be honored with the Community Service and Leadership Award. Additionally, Bill Spindle, EGRHS class of 1981, will receive the Distinguished Alumni Award in recognition of his work as a climate and energy journalist and former Wall Street Journal Middle East Bureau chief.

Tickets and sponsorship information will be available soon at egrsf.org. 

 

Moms Night Out. May 12. Enjoy a night of specials at participating businesses.

GASLIGHT VILLAGE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
Reminder: Moms Night Out is this Friday, May 12 in Gaslight Village. Shoppers will enjoy a night of specials and discounts at participating businesses.

For updates, visit gogaslight.com/moms-night-out or check the Facebook page.


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