The Big Rapids City Commission honored local Special Olympic athletes Amanda Davis and Tyler Lawton who participated in the national games last month and earned medals.

 

 

Mayor Fred Guenther presented a proclamation to each athlete for their achievements.

 

Next, commissioners approved awarding a bid to Reith-Riley Construction of just under $88,000 for mill and fill of Spring and Chestnut Streets.

 

Commissioners also approved a bid from Zoros Christmas Lights to design and install and removal of lights on downtown trees in the amount of just over $53,000. Public Works Director Heather Bowman says the 'twinkle lights' will be used all year long on 47 downtown trees.

 

Finally, the commission approved a five-year contract renewal with Barton Township of Newaygo County to provide fire protection services.