Council Approves Ballot Language for Parks Millage that Would Increase Property Tax Cap
The millage and charter amendment will likely be decided by voters during the November election.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
City Panel Discusses Cuts, Fees and MSU Analysis Amid Financial Turbulence
A city committee tasked with analyzing East Lansing’s finances is two months into a review period that is expected to last at least six months.
Growing Old With Prime Time
The Prime Time Seniors program, which serves area residents 55 and older, will add to its already expansive programming in the fall.
Woodward Builds a Family and a Contender in East Lansing Wrestling Program
During Thomas Woodward’s eight years as ELHS wrestling coach, the program has grown from a handful of athletes to dozens, and even added a girls team.
East Lansing City Council Defers Action on Measures Critics Say Would Criminalize Homelessness
A months-long discussion on proposed bans to public camping and loitering in parking areas will continue when the ordinances return to City Council next month.
East Lansing Police Department Pledges Openness After Year Marked By Transparency Rollbacks
The police department plans to add information to its website to be more transparent, Chief Jennifer Brown told the East Lansing City Council.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Chrissie Evaskis-Garrett Chosen as East Lansing Public Library Director
Evaskis-Garrett has been serving as the library’s interim director since July.
Meet the Finalists for East Lansing’s Next Library Director, as Board Set to Make Decision Tonight
ELPL Board President Ameenah Asante provided ELi with bios for the three director finalists, as the board is set to make a decision at its meeting at 4 p.m. today.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: Budget Season is Underway
The East Lansing City Council received a presentation on the city’s proposed budget at a meeting last week.
East Lansing Removes DEI Director as Human Rights Commission Liaison Without Explanation
Hardy’s sudden removal from the city’s Human Rights and Police Oversight Commissions came with no explanation from City Manager Robert Belleman.
Lucia Ungaro Fox Park to be East Lansing’s First Park Named After a Woman
The small pocket park will be located in the Chesterfield Hills neighborhood.