New Prime Time Seniors Director Alesha Williams: Supporting EL Seniors is “My Joy”
The new Prime Time Seniors director will look to expand activities offered by the program even further.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
City Manager Robert Belleman Explains Options City Has to Fix its Finances
In a wide ranging interview, Belleman talked about potential revenue streams, spending cuts, the city’s pension debt and uncertainties East Lansing will need to address.
ELPS Deputy Superintendent Uses Family History to Teach District Third Graders About History of Racism in U.S.
During Black History Month, Deputy Superintendent Glenn Mitcham takes a unique approach to teach young students a difficult history lesson.
Library Board Approves New Strategic Plan
The strategic plan was developed during a nine-month process and included feedback from nearly 1,200 community members.
The City’s Money Will Dry Up Within Five Years Without Adjustments, Financial Forecast Shows
The troubling forecast left one council member asking if the city could face bankruptcy.
Committee Makes Recommendations on How More than $400,000 From Federal Block Grant Program Should be Spent
The funds will be divided between nine different applicants.
IN THE COMMUNITY
East Lansing Residents Can Now Claim Share of $8M Settlement From “Franchise Fee” Lawsuit
Residents can visit eastlansingelectricsettlement.com to submit a claim.
ELPL Considering Two Internal Candidates to Serve as Interim Director
ELPL Experience Team Leader Elizabeth Kish and Collections Team Leader Chrissie Evaskis-Garrett were interviewed for the position.
ELPD, Oversight Commission Clash Over Complaint Transparency Under New Union Contract
ELPD has restricted the Police Oversight Commission’s access to complaints after the city reached a new collective bargaining agreement with a police union.
City Looks to the Future in Comprehensive Plan Update
The comprehensive plan update aims to improve housing, health and climate resiliency.
ELi is Searching for a New Executive Director
We’re looking for someone to help lead ELi during an exciting period of growth.