Suicide Prevention Requires Education

Suicide is a hard topic to grapple, yet is one that we cannot afford to ignore or sweep aside.  I am very grateful for the recent meeting that I had with Laura Evans, Co-Chair of the Healthy Kent County Suicide Prevention Coalition, and her valuable insights and resources she shared with me.  With holidays right … Read more

Quality Housing for YOU!

Hi Neighbors, If you haven’t heard the buzz, CNA has been partnering with other groups throughout Grand Rapids to create quality housing for renters in single family rental units. The Single Family Registration and Certification program will allow Grand Rapids to hire more inspectors to enforce the housing code for single family rental units while … Read more

Are you looking for #GRMI MS/H…

Are you looking for #GRMI MS/HS school options or a citizen invested in our region’s success? Attend this event http://ow.ly/3w3M3 please RT

Share your ideas about #GRMI P…

Share your ideas about #GRMI PK-12 education & attend #GRPS Community Dialogue Sessions: Nov 9, 10 or 11th http://ow.ly/35awq [PDF]

CNA has been nominated for 2 Neighborhood Business Awards

The Creston Neighborhood Association has been nominated for two Neighborhood Business Awards by The Neighborhood Business Alliance. The annual awards ceremony is being held Nov. 4 at the Wealthy Theatre from 5-8 pm. It is free and open to the public. Come out and support CNA and the Creston-area businesses nominated in… other categories! CNA … Read more

Burglaries on the Rise for October. DON’T BECOME A STATISTIC!

The following is a press release sent out from the GRPD.  Please safeguard yourself from becoming a victim. Residential and Business Burglaries Increase The City of Grand Rapids is experiencing an alarming number of Residential Burglaries (Home Invasions) in recent weeks.  Since October 1st, there have been 201 reported Residential Burglaries throughout the city.  As … Read more

Housing Policy Workgroup 60 Day Report

We are excited to provide updates to the important housing policy work that you have so graciously supported.  After months of advocacy, we are starting our work with the City to ensure a minimum standard of quality for all rental units and limit the detrimental effects of vacant properties.  Please find the attached Housing Policy … Read more