With his eye on the goal of obtaining 100 percent of the city of Grand Rapids' energy from sources other than fossil fuel by 2020, Mayor George Heartwell outlines his top three green initiatives for the coming year.
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From the time he was elected into office in January of 2004, Grand Rapids Mayor George Heartwell, has aggressively led The City of Grand Rapids on the path of becoming a greener city on several fronts. During a recent interview, Heartwell outlined the City's top three green priorities for 2010.
"They would be renewable energy, alternative fuels and river water quality," the Mayor said, "but not necessarily in priority order."The one that has garnered the most attention thus far, is proposed for the Lake Michigan Filtration Plant site near Grand Haven, which is owned by the City.
Adjacent neighbors have voiced strong opposition to the project, citing health concerns as well as the impact the turbines would have on wildlife and property values. The City of Grand Rapids has responded with data addressing each of the concerns. As of this date, a final determination has not been made by the Grand Haven Township Board.
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