GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Great Lakes News) – Schools in Grand Rapids are having a difficult time spending federal COVID-19 money, and the indecision could result in them losing those funds.

Michigan schools received millions in federal funding last year through the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency relief fund, which is part of the American Rescue Plan stimulus package.

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Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) received more than $114-million dollars in federal funds. However, supply chain problems and labor shortages are making it challenging to make the June 2024 spending deadline.

The school district has plans for campus renovations, along with infrastructure and technology updates.

This problem isn’t just affecting GRPS.  It’s a problem plaguing districts all over Michigan and the U.S.

GRPS leaders are expected to ask the federal government for an extension to the spending deadline.