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Grand River Dredging Presentation: Spring Lake

by marsee | May 10, 2019

Join Dr. Dan O’Keefe for a look at the physical and biological impacts of channelizing the Grand River. The Grand River Waterway Project seeks to stimulate economic vitality. Is the proposed plan worth the environmental risks and hidden costs? This presentation is...

Grand River Dredging Presentation: Grand Rapids

by marsee | May 10, 2019

Join Dr. Dan O’Keefe for a look at the physical and biological impacts of channelizing the Grand River. The Grand River Waterway Project seeks to stimulate economic vitality. Is the proposed plan worth the environmental risks and hidden costs? In conjunction with...

Local governments weigh in on Grand River Waterway dredging project that would destroy fish habitat

by marsee | May 10, 2019 | News

State funding was appropriated for channelization of 22.5 miles of the Grand River. Downstream communities are voicing concerns over long-term economic and environmental costs. By Daniel O’Keefe The Grand River Waterway is a proposed seven-foot deep, 22.5-mile long...