ELi and the Lansing Area League of Women Voters to Hold Program on Proposed Charter Amendment
The program will be recorded Oct. 4 and distributed widely soon after it is finished. To better gauge the questions residents have, we are also allowing readers to submit questions before the event.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Meet Mr. East Lansing
Matt Apostle’s work as the city’s community and economic develpment specialist requires he work with almost every corner of the community.
Calls for Transparency Clash with Safety Concerns in East Lansing Police Oversight Debate
Proposed changes to the police oversight commission have sparked debate over transparency, public safety and accountability ahead of a crucial City Council vote.
Council Votes to Give Rate Increase to Labor Attorney; Refers Charter Committee’s Recommendations to Attorney
The city reached a new contract with its labor counsel just months ago. But after every lawyer in the firm’s labor department left, council voted to approve a new contract at roughly double the rate.
City Likely to Extend Application Period for Financial Health Review Committee After Drawing Few Applicants
The committee, which is designed to carry seven members, drew interest from just three applicants.
East Lansing Teachers’ Union Votes in Favor of New Contract
The vote came about a month after the teachers’ union rejected a previously proposed contract.
IN THE COMMUNITY
New East Lansing Mayor to be Selected, Councilmembers-Elect to be Sworn in at Meeting Tonight
The five member East Lansing City Council will select a mayor among themselves tonight.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: The New East Lansing City Council and Public Safety Recommendations
City Council is poised to consider ordinance changes suggested by a team of city staff members.
Miniature Service Horse Helps Area Woman Overcome Anxiety and Educate the Public
Abrea Hensley struggled with severe anxiety after living through a traumatic incident in 2010. A miniature service horse now helps her overcome mental health challenges.
East Lansing Human Rights Commission Votes to Investigate Complaints Despite Advice from City Attorney
A city attorney worries the East Lansing Human Rights Commission investigating a pair of complaints could impact the city’s litigating position.
East Lansing Residents Warned of Fake Invoice Scam
The fake invoice was sent to a resident who has an application being considered by the city’s Historic District Commission.