SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
East Lansing Council Looking for “Independent” Legal Review of Anonymous Complaint
ELi connects the dots on a surprise pair of agenda items.
Court of Appeals Rules for City of East Lansing in BWL Case, Saving the City a Bundle
ELi’s brings you the story behind this important win for the city.
Citizen Group Successfully Pushes for New Approach to Small Cell Tower Installations
While CELL has just organized, the group has already produced a 57-page guidelines document.
City Council Tackles Long List of Issues From Full Agenda
Street sign theft amnesty, a small house with a big history and Falcon Pointe were all dealt with at Tuesday’s meeting.
Mother’s Narrative, Police Reports Paint Detailed Picture of Confrontation at ELPL
Incident has led to a special investigation by the library board and complaint to the EL Human Rights Commission.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Opposition Strong – and Centered on Parking – in Face of Affordable Housing Proposal
“Parking is everything,” said one local business owner in objection to the plan. But the developer insisted the privately-owned parking lot parcel is “going away” regardless of whether his project is approved.
FOIA Shows Landlord DTN’s Side of Ongoing Public Dispute
DTN’s attorney told the EL city attorney this was never about discrimination – it was always just about the money.
Pastor Liz Leaves a Lasting Impact on EL and Edgewood Church
“She made our congregation seem whole. I know that sounds cheesy maybe, but it felt like a healing. She’s leaving the church stronger than it was,” said Edgewood United Church of Christ member Melissa Fore.
Catch Up on What’s Been Going on With the ELPL Board of Trustees
After an unanimous vote of support, Adult Services Librarian Angelo Moreno has been offered the position of interim director of the East Lansing Public Library.
Goal Setting, New Hires Part of Back-to-Back ELPS Meetings
Parents also gave a presentation on the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) initiative during the fast-paced regular meeting.













