Local governments in Kent County, Michigan, have formed a task force to address rising deer nuisance issues and vehicle crashes caused by the overpopulation of deer. The task force, which includes Grand Valley State University (GVSU), is conducting a survey and studying deer issues to develop mitigation strategies tailored to different parts of the county. The study aims to understand the size and distribution of the deer herd and identify effective solutions. The task force is considering a range of options, including education campaigns, deer culls, and habitat management.