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East Grand Rapids commissioners debate whether to waive room rental fees for commissioner-led events
Summary
Commissioners discussed whether to amend the city’s room-rental policy to allow fee-free use of community rooms by commissioners for official, noncampaign events; City Manager Charles said staff will return with policy options after hearing arguments on equity, public access, staff burden and possible limits.
At a regular meeting of the East Grand Rapids City Commission, members spent extensive time debating whether the city should amend its room-rental policy to let commissioners use community-center rooms at no charge when acting in an official capacity.
City Manager Charles introduced the item and said the city currently has no clear written policy. Charles told commissioners that while some neighboring municipalities do not waive fees, practices vary and the city should consider whether to clarify or amend its policy and asked staff to prepare options.
Proponents said commissioners need accessible space to hold…
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