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Grand Rapids board approves $7.39 million in claims, multiple labor contracts and retirements

Grand Rapids Public School District Board · January 21, 2026
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Summary

The Grand Rapids Public School District board approved December 2025 claims of $7,389,678.17, accepted retirements and ratified two multiyear labor contracts (AFSCME Local 2071 and ESP 2025–2027) during the regular meeting; motions passed by voice vote.

The Grand Rapids Public School District board voted to approve December 2025 claims totaling $7,389,678.17 and finalized several personnel and contract items at its regular meeting.

Board action included approval of personnel retirements, with the board recognizing teacher David Caledary for 34 years of service. The consent agenda — described by the board as staffing-related matters that do not require discussion — was approved by voice vote.

Two labor contracts were presented and approved. Casey, who introduced both agreements, summarized key terms of the…

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