PARKS & RECREATION

FRED BUNN TRAILS PUBLIC INPUT SESSION

The City invites you to the final public input session for the Fred Bunn trails at Manhattan Park on Wednesday, Aug. 31. 

The input session will start at 6 p.m. in rooms 101 and 102 at the Community Center. City staff and members of the West Michigan Mountain Biking Alliance will present the updated conceptual plan and environmental assessment results, answer questions and take feedback on the proposed trails.

Following the input session, designs will be finalized and submitted to the City Commission for final approval in September. If you cannot attend the input session, you can submit feedback to input@eastgr.org by Sept. 12. For more information about the Fred Bunn trails and to review the conceptual plan, visit https://bit.ly/3QBcqfI.

FINAL MOVIE OF THE SEASON

As Movies in the Park comes to a close, join us for "Jungle Cruise" at dusk Friday at John Collins Park.

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets and arrive early to secure a spot. Barbeques, grilling, open fires or alcohol are not allowed in the park and dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Visit eastgr.org/concerts and eastgr.org/movies for more information.

A big thanks to The Brouwers Agency, Auto-Owners Insurance, Consumers Credit Union and Friends of the EGR Library for making Concerts and Movies in the Park possible.

RHOADES MCKEE REEDS LAKE TRIATHLON / DUATHLON 

Race day is Saturday, Sept. 10. Details, registration and volunteer opportunities are available at eastgr.org/triathlon.

JUST ADDED: FALL DOG OBEDIENCE CLASS

This eight-week course, designed for dogs 6 months and older, will give you the practical skills to train your dog in good behavior. Children ages 10 and older are welcome to attend and must be accompanied by an adult. Classes will meet Wednesdays from 7-8 p.m. Sept. 14-Nov. 2.

FINANCE & CITY ADMINISTRATION

ELECTION WORKERS NEEDED

Interested in getting involved with elections? Simply fill out an Election Inspector Application that can be found online or email elections@eastgr.org. If you have worked in previous years but have not filled out an application recently, please submit a new updated application. 

REQUEST AN ABSENTEE BALLOT

If you plan to vote absentee in the November election, request an absentee ballot by visiting the Clerk's Office at the Community Center or by completing an application.

For more information on absentee voting, please visit https://bit.ly/3dxJgQ6.

PUBLIC SAFETY

WELCOME AUSTIN HUGHES, EGR SCHOOL/COMMUNITY LIAISON OFFICER

As students head back to class, join us in welcoming Austin Hughes as the EGR school/community liaison officer. Officer Hughes is excited about the new school year and building positive relationships with students, staff and parents. 

BACK-TO-SCHOOL SAFETY

Public Safety officers and crossing guards have important reminders for drivers, walkers and bicyclists. You can also check out the City's walking, biking and moped safety videos on YouTube. Also, for residents with lawn irrigation systems, please be mindful of students walking to class 7-8 a.m.

PUBLIC WORKS

CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

To learn more about street, sidewalk and utility projects and to receive frequent updates, visit the construction updates webpage.

MOBILITY-BIKE ACTION PLAN IMPLEMENTATION

The implementation phase of the Mobility-Bike Action Plan began two weeks ago with new pavement markings and route signage. Please visit the project webpage for details.

COMMUNITY PARTNERS