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Ricky Olmos

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Economic development in outskirt communities of Kent County and innovative transportation solutions

Kent County is experiencing a boom in economic growth, expanding laterally to communities that border the city of Grand Rapids, creating unique transportation challenges and solutions.

Community discussions encourage new, mutually-beneficial solutions for unhoused population

Recently, bus stations for routes like the Silver Line have seen an increase in traffic from unhoused individuals, resulting in safety concerns and prompting a community-wide discussion to seek solutions. 

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