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East Grand Rapids Commission approves routine business, opts out of PA 152 and sets strategic‑planning date
Summary
The Commission approved an annual opt‑out of Michigan Public Act 152 for 2026, extended a Metro Act right‑of‑way permit for telecommunications, awarded a $5,745 flooring contract (plus 15% contingency), set a strategic planning session for Feb. 7, 2026 and changed a nonunion vesting schedule from 5 to 3 years; the Waterfront Park grant briefing and a presentation about 'Fishing with the PoPo' were informational.
At its December meeting the East Grand Rapids City Commission handled a slate of routine and organizational items, approved several motions and received two informational presentations.
Key votes at a glance: Opt out of PA 152: Staff explained that Michigan Public Act 152 (the publicly funded health insurance act) provides an opt‑out provision that must be exercised annually. The Commission moved, seconded and approved opting out for the 2026 calendar year (motion carries; no roll‑call provided in transcript).
Metro Act right‑of‑way extension (Verizon/MCI): Deputy City Manager Lefebvre presented a…
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