The Uptown Business Improvement District meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 8:15 AM has been canceled. Please note: The Uptown Corridor Improvement Authority meeting is happening November 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM as scheduled. If you have any questions, please contact the Economic Development Department by email at econdevshrd@grcity.us or by phone at 616-456-3431.
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With one of the fastest growing medical device and life sciences clusters in the U.S., Grand Rapids and West Michigan are thriving. Many industry giants are located on our Medical Mile. The Medical Mile is located just northwest of downtown Grand Rapids and renowned as a world-class healthcare destination. The clinical, research and academic institutions that line the Medical Mile have attracted medical professionals from around the world. There is so much more to say so check out the videos below.