A $27 million urban market proposed for Heartside neighborhood in downtown Grand Rapids

Grand Action, a private group of business leaders, announced Wednesday an exciting proposal for a $27 million year-round indoor market in an old produce distribution center where food vendors, artists, crafters and farmers could sell their goods.

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The market also is envisioned as an educational facility with a greenhouse, demonstration kitchen and meeting rooms that will help people better understand local food systems while teaching about healthier eating. The preferred location is the 3.5-acre former Sonneveldt Produce Co. complex, 435 Ionia Ave. SW. The site is visible from U.S. 131, south of Wealthy Street.


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