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1 week ago

Flyer stating: Are we at war with Iran? Demand answers from your members of congress Includes a QR Code to the link in the post

The US has joined Israel in launching strikes on Iran. This is the second time this year we have attacked another country, and its only March.

Congress needs to act, and they need to hear your voice.

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2 weeks ago

Kent County approves letter supporting Senate Bill 755 on fisheries closures After hearing from a public representative, commissioners voted to approve a letter of support for Senate Bill 755, a bill that would limit certain Maryland Department of Natural Resources fisheries closure actions the speaker said hurt local tourism and fishing. The board authorized staff to finalize the support letter.

Kent County has thrown its weight behind Senate Bill 755, a crucial move aimed at protecting local fisheries and tourism from damaging DNR closures.

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#KentCounty #MD #CitizenPortal #BipartisanLegislation #KentCountyFisheries #TourismSupport #LocalEconomy

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2 weeks ago

Kent County to oppose Sunday waterfowl provision in HB1063 while supporting deer management changes County commissioners expressed support for deer-management elements of House Bill 1063 but voted to send a letter opposing the bill’s provision that would allow Sunday migratory waterfowl hunting for certain groups, citing potential pressure on waterfowl populations and insufficient local public input.

Kent County Commissioners are torn over a bill that could change Sunday hunting rules, supporting deer management while opposing Sunday waterfowl hunting for its potential impact on populations.

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2 weeks ago

Kent County approves sewer allocation deal with Millington and reallocates FY2026 water and wastewater funds The County Commissioners approved a sewer allocation agreement with the Town of Millington reserving capacity for three local projects and authorized reallocation of $584,441.61 in FY2026 water/wastewater capital savings to cover higher-cost items and accelerate several projects. The public works director was given limited authority to reallocate among approved projects as contracts finalize.

Kent County has greenlit a crucial sewer allocation deal with Millington, paving the way for vital local projects and reallocating over $584,000 to ensure seamless water and wastewater improvements.

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#KentCounty #MD #WastewaterManagement #PublicInfrastructure #CitizenPortal

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1 month ago

When the government defines opposition as a domestic terrorism indicator, it needs to have a way to investigate political opposition. This requires widespread surveillance. Enter #Flock Safety.

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Levy Court appoints Ethan Simpson to Board of Adjustment, introduces FY26 EMS budget amendment The court appointed Ethan Simpson to the Board of Adjustment by unanimous roll call and introduced ordinance LC 26-02, a FY26 budget amendment for EMS staffing, scheduling a public hearing for Jan. 27, 2026 at 7 p.m.

1 month ago

Ethan Simpson has been unanimously appointed to the Kent County Board of Adjustment, paving the way for important budget amendments aimed at enhancing EMS staffing!

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#KentCounty #DE #EmergencyMedicalServices #CommunityGovernance #FiscalTransparency #KentCountyBoardOfAdjustment

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Big Brother Yet? ## The "Normal" is Now Under Threat It’s understandable to assume that "this isn’t about _me ":_ that the NSPM-7 and the Bondi Memo only target individuals holding _radical_ views. What we need to consider is that these directives aren't targeting individual

2 months ago

Our strength, our sense of community, and our ability to participate in a #democracy all depend on our ability to gather together with other people and respond to the injustices we see in the world.

https://www.kentcountyindivisible.org/big-brother-yet/

#indivisible #GrandRapids #KentCounty #Michi

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Emergency Rally - No War with Venezuela! Join us this afternoon, January 3rd at 3:30pm at Rosa Park Circle (corner of Monroe and Pearl) for an emergency rally to protest Trump’s war against Venezuela. This event is being organized by GROW: Grand Rapids Opponents of War and Kent County Indivisible is joining in to help spread the word and tell the community and Trump that we demand No US War with Venezuela! 🔥 No War for Oil! 🔥 US Hands Off Venezuela! 🔥 Stop Trump’s Criminal Attacks! We condemn the grotesque acts of war and aggression that Donald Trump and his administration have carried out in the Caribbean. In the early hours, Donald Trump has ordered and carried out a bombing campaign across Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, as well as other major Venezuelan cities, an act of escalation we have strongly advocated against in our past actions. We know that the average US citizen does not want war with Venezuela and we do not want our friends and family to die in a war for oil. Trump continues to lie about Venezuela being a narcotics hub in order to justify his war for oil. Venezuela is not trafficking drugs, Venezuela stands for peace and we demand an end to Trump’s criminal attacks and aggression against Venezuela. Bundle up and dress warm for the weather, we will have Hot Hands available. US Hands off Venezuela, No Blood for Oil. ¡Viva Venezuela!🇻🇪

2 months ago

The constitution is clear: War powers belong to Congress, not the White House.

Join KCI and Grand Rapids Opponents to War to protest this overreach of power and lawless violence TONIGHT

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Network 180 reports service growth after CCBHC designation; urgent care and crisis stabilization see higher volume Network 180 told the Kent County committee that CCBHC designation has enabled billing through the state, service expansion to veterans, and increased access: the agency reported notable increases in adult and child clients, the crisis stabilization unit handled roughly 2,300 people in its first full year with all beds open, and urgent-care throughput improved.

2 months ago

Network 180 is revolutionizing mental health care in Kent County, now serving veterans and reporting a staggering 43% increase in child clients since becoming a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic!

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Kent County funds DV network, launches high-risk team and specialized court program The Kent County Domestic Violence Action Network outlined a coordinated response—including a new high-risk team piloted in Grand Rapids, a 52-week batterer intervention program, mobile advocacy and a domestic violence treatment court—backed by a $4 million county ARPA grant intended to expand services and reduce repeat offenses.

2 months ago

Kent County is launching a groundbreaking Domestic Violence Action Network that unites 60 organizations to combat domestic violence with a $4 million investment in innovative programs and support systems.

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#KentCounty #MI #CommunitySupport #PublicSafety

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Kent County approves multiple contracts, grants holiday and personnel changes at Dec. 16 Levy Court meeting Levy Court approved procurement and engineering contracts (recreation room, Pump Station No. 3, Hedgerow Hollow engineering, Limble CMMS via SHI), created three new paramedic ranks, and adopted proclamations including National Blood Donor Month; most motions passed unanimously or with one absence.

2 months ago

Kent County's Levy Court just approved a series of impactful contracts and personnel changes aimed at enhancing local infrastructure and emergency services!

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2 months ago

Demand #grandrapids & #kentcounty #michigan commissioners protect OUR water, #climate, utility rates!
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2 months ago

Can you spare a minute to help this campaign? Stop the Microsoft Data Center in Gaines Township

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3 months ago

Are all of our #grandrapids & #kentcounty #michigan reps this out of touch w reality & their constituents???
#abolishice #keepfamiliestogether #nooneisillegal #democrats
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3 months ago

This is not a new issue and is complex. To write an effective letter, it may help to have some background on how we got here.

Read a bit more about #KentCounty, #GrandRapids and #ICE and join us in writing the the Commissioners to demand better […]

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3 months ago

Poster reading: Kent County Tell the Sheriff NO ICE and a QR code to a letter writing campaign

We need to voice our concerns about Kent County's cooperation with ICE abductions and detainments.

Help us remind the #KentCounty Commissioners that they serve our community and are NOT a federal agency by joining our letter writing campaign […]

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Levy Court denies rezoning request for 15.5-acre parcel on S. Dupont Highway Kent County Levy Court on Nov. 18 denied LC25-25, a request to rezone about 15.5 acres from AR to BG for a proposed mini-storage facility; the Regional Planning Commission had unanimously recommended denial and nearby residents raised drainage, traffic and character concerns.

3 months ago

Kent County Levy Court has rejected a controversial proposal to rezone 15.5 acres for a mini-storage facility, citing community concerns over drainage and neighborhood character.

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#KentCounty #DE #CitizenPortal #ZoningRegulations #InfrastructureIssues #KentCountyAgriculture

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Kent County Levy Court removes Commissioner George Jody Sweeney from committee and liaison roles Levy Court voted 6–0 (1 absent) on Nov. 18 to remove Commissioner George Jody Sweeney from all committee and liaison assignments after members cited his social-media posts; commissioners and members of the public described the step as discipline short of removing him from office.

3 months ago

Kent County Levy Court takes a bold step, removing Commissioner George Jody Sweeney from all committee roles due to controversial social-media activity that has sparked public outcry.

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#KentCounty #DE #CitizenPortal #KentCountyAccountability #EthicsReform #SocialMediaPolicy

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Board approves ADU setback variance amid septic and permitting constraints The Kent County Board of Adjustment unanimously approved application A25-31 to allow a detached accessory dwelling unit to remain 9 feet from the rear property line, citing site constraints including a newly installed mound septic system and cost to relocate. Approval included a condition to remove the extra building before further permitting.

3 months ago

Kent County's Board of Adjustment just made a groundbreaking decision, allowing a tiny home to stay closer to the property line due to unique site constraints and emergency housing needs!

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#KentCounty #DE #CitizenPortal #HomeImprovement #KentCountyHousing #BuildingRegulations

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Veterans Services reports surge in claims, nearly $11 million routed to county households Kent County Veterans Services reported 747 developed claims with 506 awards this year, bringing nearly $11 million in federal benefits into local households; the agency credited outreach and a new coordinator for the increase and described several support programs funded by a voter-approved millage.

3 months ago

Kent County Veterans Services celebrated a remarkable 133% increase in claims this year, funneling nearly $11 million in federal benefits directly to local veterans' households!

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#KentCounty #MI #CitizenPortal #CommunitySupport #KentCountyVeterans #FederalBenefits

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Housing Next briefing: Kent County needs more supply at all price points, corridor strategy aims to limit sprawl Housing Next presented a June 2025 housing needs assessment showing large shortages — more than 55,000 households are severely cost-burdened and Kent County needs thousands of units across income bands. The group recommended zoning reforms and targeting 32 corridors to concentrate growth and reduce costly new infrastructure.

3 months ago

Kent County faces a staggering housing crisis with over 55,000 households severely cost-burdened, yet innovative corridor strategies could pave the way for affordable solutions!

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#KentCounty #MI #CitizenPortal #KentCountyHousing #ZoningReform #UrbanInfill #AffordableHousing

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3 months ago

Streaks of light on a freeway at dusk.

All lanes and ramps open for the holidays on US-131 in southern #KentCounty www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-ou...

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3 months ago

Looking for another way to connect with Kent County Indivisible?

Join the Kent County Indivisible Discord server and get connected, discuss events, build community and hear about what KCI is up to.

Join here: https://discord.gg/Ek8YJ2TqAd

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Operations committee recommends public hearing on Sparta annexation petition The Kent County Operations Policy Committee voted to forward the Village of Sparta's petition to annex the Peterson parcel to the full board with a "yes" recommendation and a public hearing set for Thursday; township representatives urged a Public Act 425 cooperative agreement instead.

3 months ago

Tensions rise as the Kent County Operations Policy Committee recommends a public hearing on the controversial annexation petition from the Village of Sparta, igniting a fierce debate over land rights and local governance.

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Votes at a glance: Kent County Finance Committee approves consent agenda, CDBG agreement, grants and CIP actions The Finance Committee approved the consent agenda and a series of grant acceptances and capital transfers, including a one-year cooperative CDBG agreement with the City of Wyoming, a $73,867 MDOT-assisted transportation grant for Kent County Community Action, a $5 million CIP transfer for Fuller Campus demolition, and two state/local cybersecurity

4 months ago

Kent County's Finance Committee just approved significant funding for community development and cybersecurity—changes that could impact thousands!

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#KentCounty #MI #PublicFunding #CitizenPortal #CybersecurityInitiatives #CommunityDevelopment #KentCountyCommunity

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4 months ago

‘Traditional family values’ Michigan lawmaker appears in adult hookup sites - Detroit Metro Times The name, email address, and home address of Republican state Rep. Bryan Posthumus of Kent County, along with a credit card bearing his name, appear in data from Ashley Madison, a website for people s...

"The name, email address, and home address of #Republican state Rep. #BryanPosthumus of #KentCounty, #Michigan as well as a credit card bearing his name, appear in data from #AshleyMadison, and showed on two OTHER adult hookup websites for people seeking affairs
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