Correctly labeling the site
Anything offered or proposed by the city should be correctly labeled. The name of the Church and former school is St. Stephen. It has never been St. Stephens.
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St. Stephen
Is this property for sale?
I am a member of the St. Stephan Pastoral Council, and working with our Finance Committee. I am not aware of any plans to sell the property. We are currently evaluation plans for utilizing the building for selected K-12 grades to relieve overcrowding at St. Thomas and IHM parochial schools, as well as possible use
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Bring Greenspace to Our Neighborhood
Creating a community-centered greenspace is an investment in the long-term health, beauty, and sustainability of our neighborhood. A thoughtfully designed park or natural area not only provides a place for recreation and relaxation but also serves as a critical resource for improving air quality, providing a third space, and supporting local biodiversity. By choosing the
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Neighbor of St. Stephen’s school
I live directly across the street from the school and parking lot. I would love to see the space used as a public park or more market rate housing. I would not like to see businesses or lower rate housing put in the area
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Mrs.
To have an opinion, one must first tour the space. What potential does it have? What does the city need?
St Stephen’s school >> EGR satellite community center/GRCC satellite
The community needs to consider how to expand programming for a community of EGR’s size. St Stephen’s offers space and parking to expand community programming for art, dance, and senior activities. The location away from EGR schools and businesses has ample parking and classrooms. GR and Forest Hill have broader programming available for out of
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Neighborhood green space/park
We would love to see this area maintain the heart of the neighborhood as a gathering space, green space, and play area. Egr does not have many neighborhood playgrounds. We have met so many families using this space to gather. It is vital to our neighborhood.
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St Stephens Catholic Church
St Stephen’s Catholic Church and the Diocese of Grand Rapids will decide the disposition of the property/school. The city of EGR will not.
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EGRPS possibility?
The one time that I’ve been inside St Stephens I was surprised how big it is, even has a lower level basketball court. My biggest question is with EGRPS having property purchase on the roadmap, would this property be a good fit? Does the planning commission of EGR do any collaboration with EGPS for master
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Keep it community focused
The St. Stephens property, which includes two playgrounds and a basketball court, has long been a gathering place for the neighborhood and surrounding area. I fully support efforts to improve and enrich the area, such as adding more green spaces, parks, sports fields, or repurposing the school as a community center or library. I am
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