11-03-2025
Grand Rapids leaders to discuss city's future at policy conference
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Business leaders, policymakers and community stakeholders are meeting Tuesday at the Amway Grand Plaza for the , an event hosted by the Grand Rapids Chamber.
Discussions will focus on key issues shaping the city, including housing. Grand Rapids Mayor David LaGrand is set to outline his vision for the city, while Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall, R-Richland, will address state policies affecting West Michigan. Sam Cummings of property management firm CWD will present a plan to convert office space into housing, and guest speaker Marc Eichenbaum from Houston will share insights on ending chronic homelessness. He spent 11 years there as the mayor's special assistant for homeless initiatives.
The event begins at 7:30 a.m. with networking and breakfast, followed by opening remarks at 8 a.m. Admission costs $200 for chamber members and $250 for non-members. While preregistration has closed, walk-in registration is available.
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