We welcomed two new members to the city council during tonight's meeting. First, let's meet Doug Brown of Ward 1!
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It's the end of an era for our city council, as we say goodbye and THANK YOU to both Michelle Fitzke of Ward 1 and Bethany Guzinski of Ward 3.
Please join us in thanking them for their years of service to the city!
"Your pumpkin can make a difference"
Conservation Nebraska Central Region Group and Smart Soil are partnering to provide a second pumpkin composting collection on November 30 and December 1. You can take all unwanted pumpkins to the 2nd Street Super Saver on those days!
It's one thing to say we're community-minded with everything we do. It's another to actually go out and do it.
Join us in thanking Community Development Director Chad Nabity for collecting all of these goods to help out the Grand Island Salvation Army Food Bank! Chad - you're awesome!
With more drivers hitting the road for the holiday shopping season, we are issuing a friendly reminder to buckle up!
We've been awarded $10,514.53 to carry out Selective Overtime Enforcement for the “Make it Click” seat belt mobilization campaign from November 23 – December 1.
The future is bright for the Central Nebraska Humane Society and Camp Augustine in Grand Island, and it's all thanks to two key approvals during tonight's city council meeting.
Ward 4's Mitch Nickerson addresses those two votes and much more in the latest edition of "Councilmember Conversations."
**Friendly Reminder**
If you still have yard signs up from the election, now is the time to take them down. Per city code, all signs must be picked up five days following an event. We're now at 14 days. Thank you for your cooperation!
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The Heartland Events Center is under new management with VenuWorks, and Kyler Tarwater is the new HEC Executive Director.
We caught up with the new leader of the events center to learn more about his vision for the arena for the years to come.
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It's hard to believe, but "Small Business Saturday" is inching closer, and our local businesses are certainly doing their part!
Over the next month at the group Shop Local, Grand Island, we along with our partners (Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation, Grand Island Tourism and Grow Grand Island) will be featuring some local staples to not only reveal sales for the special day, but also hear from business owners about the importance of keeping your money local.
Thanks to those who have already joined this group. Please keep spreading the word, as this page will be a one-stop-shop for everything "shopping local" in Grand Island!
Thank you for serving the city Cochise! A touching tribute to his final shift at City of Grand Island - Police Department.
The November 5 council meeting proved eventful for the City of Grand Island - Public Library and City of Grand Island - Parks and Recreation Department, as both received council approval for key measures and agreements.
Ward 5's Chuck Haase discussed those two items and more in the latest edition of "Councilmember Conversation."
Starting Monday, November 18 we will have a new look!
Our city website, www.grand-island.com is undergoing a major makeover that promises to be much more user friendly with more information and ways to engage with the city right at your fingertips.
The new look will also impact our websites for various departments including City of Grand Island - Police Department, City of Grand Island - Public Library, City of Grand Island - Parks and Recreation Department and more! We can't wait for you to see the new look!
We’re in the calm before tonight’s city council study session, and one of the big topics is the Camp Augustine Master Plan.
NTV News’ Steve White is chatting with City Administrator Laura McAloon about that and more ahead of tonight’s session.
We are a day away from the first operational “Good Life District” taking effect in Grand Island!
Steve White from NTV News is here chatting with City Administrator Laura McAloon to talk about the changes on the way.
The 2025 Fiscal Year Budget for the City of Grand Island has officially passed.
In the latest edition of "Councilmember Conversation," we catch up up with Ward 4's Mike Paulick about key items on tonight's agenda.
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Grow Grand Island has planned a Good Life District open house on Wednesday, July 31 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Greater Grand Island Community Foundation Community Room.
There you will be able to chat face-to-face with city leaders about the ballot initiative and the special election! Here is a look at our quick Q&A sheet as well!
Do you want a say in the future of housing in Grand Island?
Right now you can by taking this survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Y563JVD...
In the latest edition of "Councilmember Conversation" we hear from Ward 4's Mitch Nickerson on what proved to be a busy council meeting that featured a pair of unique partnerships as well as the Public Works Department's One and Six Year Plan.
Recently, city officials have fielded questions and concerns about parking in downtown Grand Island, and now you have a chance for a team of representatives to hear them in person.
We hope to see you at 5 p.m. at the City of Grand Island - Public Library!
