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Grand Rapids commission approves mayor vehicle allowance; mayor recuses himself from vote
Summary
The Grand Rapids City Commission approved an amendment to the city’s policy on elected‑official use of public funds to permit a $700 per month vehicle allowance for the mayor, in lieu of providing a city‑assigned vehicle.
The Grand Rapids City Commission approved an amendment to the city’s policy on elected‑official use of public funds to permit a $700 per month vehicle allowance for the mayor, in lieu of providing a city‑assigned vehicle.
Mayor LeGrande disclosed a potential appearance-of‑conflict and recused himself from discussion and the vote. “I am going to recuse myself from voting on this. I’m also gonna recuse myself…
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