In an effort to create more housing options in Big Rapids, city commissioners approved a resoution last week that accepted a bid from Morningstar Enterprise for $173,182 to work on the Rust Avenue extension for the city.

City Manager Mark Gifford told commissioners, this project will extend Rust Avenue past Escott Street.

“Rust Avenue at this time, terminates at Escott Street. This would extend Rust Avenue beyond Escott to a small cul-de-sac, at which there will be three lots that border the Clay Cliffs Nature Area,” City Manager Mark Gifford said. “These would be wonderful lots to build a home.” 

Big Rapids Mayor Fred Guenther agreed with Gifford, telling commissioners these are the three best lot's in town that just got water/electricity.