Grand Traverse County is moving forward with Project Alpha, a dual initiative to build a new Emergency Operations and 911 Center alongside a Central Storage Facility. In this episode, we break down the evolving designs, cost estimates, and key debates around future-proofing these major infrastructure projects. Hear what's at stake, who's making the decisions, and why timing matters.

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Its coming The Traversev City Food and Wine Event. August 20-24, 2025. Mickey Graham (Director of Sports and Events) fills us in on all the details.

Details for the May 21, 2025 Meeting

In January 2021, a virtual Grand Traverse County Commission meeting took a startling turn when a commissioner displayed a rifle on camera during public comment. The act sparked a years-long legal battle, culminating in a $100,000 settlement and a formal apology. In this episode, we speak with Keli MacIntosh, the plaintiff at the center of the case, about civic participation, intimidation, and what accountability looks like in local government.

The latest road commission report given to the Grand Traverse County Commissoners

Animal Control was on the agenda spurned on by sad story of "Mighty Mac"

Listen to what's happening at the upcoming GT Board Meeting.

NRAA Meeting April 22,2025

A brief update on what's been done to date.

Grand Traverse County Board study session April 23,2025