 The City of Grand Rapids is set to gain another manufacturer, the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board, met Monday, October 17th in Evelith to approve loans that would go to ACC Manufacturing and the Grand Rapids Economic Development Authority. According to a news release from the board, ACC Manufacturing will receive $1.5 million to set up a manufacturing operation in an airport maintenance building in Grand Rapids. ACC will relocate eventually to a 7,000 square foot facility across from the Grand Rapids Airport. The Grand Rapids Economic Development Authority received a loan for $293,000. They will use that to purchase a 70,500 square foot hanger at the airport then lease it to ACC. The venture is expected to create 20 new jobs with wages ranging from $31,000 a year to $100,000 a year. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.