Big Rapids seeks Community Development Fellow Will spearhead projects through 15-month position , Pioneer Staff Reports FacebookTwitterEmail The fellow will work full-time beginning October. Big Rapids was one of 10 Redevelopment Ready Communities selected by the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to host fellows for 2021-22. The fellow will take on various projects that aid in community economic development, ultimately helping promote equity and improve quality of life for those who live or work in Big Rapids. Some potential projects include developing an Economic Development Strategy, establishing a Trails Committee, and partnering with city staff on Redevelopment Ready Communities projects.