Council Hears Presentation on Income Tax
City officials appear poised to ask voters to renew the income tax before it sunsets in 2031.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
East Lansing City Council Candidates Give One Last Pitch to Voters at ASMSU Forum
Following the forum, ELi asked candidates if they’d support calls from city commissions that ask ELPD Chief Jen Brown be removed from her position.
SNAP Benefits to Halt in November Amid Federal Shutdown, East Lansing Food Assistance Groups Respond
Local food assistance groups expect to see an increase in demand when SNAP benefits are halted at the start of November.
East Lansing City Council Adopts Ordinance Changes that Limit Police Oversight Commission; Decline Pay Increase
City officials have said all of the ordinance changes are necessary because of a judge’s ruling and a collective bargaining agreement. Members of the oversight commission disagree.
You’re Never Over It: Parents of Children Lost to Suicide Discuss Grief
Parents of three children who were a part of the East Lansing community spoke with ELi about living in the wake of tragedy.
New East Lansing Bike Advocacy Group Pushes for Safer, More Inclusive Cycling Community
Bicycle Friendly East Lansing hosts regular bike rides. The group also advocates for cyclist and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure in the city.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Two Massive Apartment Complexes Are Proposed for Downtown East Lansing. Where Would Everyone Park?
The two large complexes could collectively house over 1,400 residents, but current plans include few parking spaces for them.
Council Roundup: City Leaders Again Float Gas Leaf Blower Ban, Discuss Development Authority
While no decisions were made, council floated the idea of a gas leaf blower ban that would be phased in over a number of years.
At the Heart of Local Democracy, Two Sisters Lead
Sisters and East Lansing High School graduates Amy and Emily Gordon work together to run the city clerk’s office.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: East Lansing City Council Considers Camping and Loitering Ban
City Council is considering banning public camping and loitering in parking areas.
Council Roundup: East Lansing Turns Attention to Loud Cars, Hires a Communications Coach for its Police Chief at Busy Meeting
Council also appointed members to serve on a financial health review team.