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Grand Rapids city leaders have proposed a $643 million budget for the next fiscal year. But the budget wasn't the main thing on the minds of residents during a Tuesday evening city commission meeting.
The public hearing on the proposed purchase of police drones was cut short by Mayor Rosalynn Bliss after disruptions.
The city announced its annual budget as the city looks to spend more this year compared to last fiscal year.
Grand Rapids City Manager Mark Washington delivered a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2024 budget at the Committee of the Whole meeting Tuesday morning.
City Manager Mark Washington and Deputy City Manager Kate Berens outline several steps in the report— including plans to address public urination, repetitive trespassing and disorderly conduct.