Grand Rapids City Commission 2nd Ward · Nov 3, 2026
Bryan Cody
Candidate for City Commission 2nd Ward
Bryan Cody is running for Grand Rapids City Commission 2nd Ward in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Lisa Knight.
Last day to register by mail or online (in-person registration continues through Election Day) · Mon, Oct 19, 2026
Real estate broker and owner of Cody & Co., and a former Heritage Hill Association president. He also lists experience as a property manager and small business owner.
- Endorsed by
- Lists endorsements from the Grand Rapids Fire Fighters, Young Democrats of Michigan, Greater Regional Alliance of REALTORS, Commercial Alliance of REALTORS, Northern Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters, UAW Region 1D West Michigan, Teamsters Local 406 and former Mayor George Heartwell. Bryan Cody campaign
- Campaign website
- bryancody.com
Where Bryan Cody stands: positions on the record
Data centers1 sourced position
Open to data center development only with a clear community benefit and no costs or environmental impacts shifted onto residents.
“I am open to exploring data center development, but only when it provides a clear benefit to the community and does not shift costs or environmental impacts onto residents.”
Own statementVOTE411 (League of Women Voters)
Housing1 sourced position
Would expand housing options while protecting neighborhood character and improve permitting and inspection processes.
“I would focus on expanding housing options while protecting neighborhood character, improving permitting and inspection processes, supporting homeownership and small businesses, strengthening partnerships that address homelessness, and investing in safe, walkable neighborhoods.”
Own statementVOTE411 (League of Women Voters)
City services1 sourced position
Would push for public metrics on permits, inspections, response times and project timelines.
“I will push for simple public metrics on permits, inspections, response times, and project timelines.”
Own statementBryan Cody campaign
Transparency1 sourced position
Would hold regular office hours and publish Ward 2 updates.
Own statementVOTE411 (League of Women Voters)
Also running for City Commission 2nd Ward
- Lisa Knight (incumbent)
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