Grand Rapids City Commission 1st Ward · Nov 3, 2026
Steve Tibbe
Candidate for City Commission 1st Ward
Steve Tibbe is running for Grand Rapids City Commission 1st Ward in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Lindsey Perez-Plescher.
Last day to register by mail or online (in-person registration continues through Election Day) · Mon, Oct 19, 2026
Small business owner and director of operations for Fans of Valley Field. He serves on local boards focused on economic development and neighborhood investment.
- Campaign website
- www.stevetibbe.com
Where Steve Tibbe stands: positions on the record
Data centers1 sourced position
Said there is no reason to have a data center in Grand Rapids.
“There is no reason to have a data center in the city!”
Own statementVOTE411 (League of Women Voters)
Housing1 sourced position
Supports increasing housing supply through zoning and development policies and investing in infrastructure and stormwater improvements.
“I support increasing housing supply through smart zoning and development policies, investing in infrastructure and stormwater improvements, and strengthening community-based public safety efforts.”
Own statementVOTE411 (League of Women Voters)
Commission role1 sourced position
Said he would make City Commission work his full-time job if elected.
“I am totally content to be a one-term commissioner”
Own statementGrand Rapids Herald · Aug 27, 2026
Priorities1 sourced position
Lists attainable housing, inclusive growth and community-driven safe neighborhoods as his priorities.
Own statementThe Rapidian Voter Guide 2026
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