Live News Updates for Sept. 18-24
ELi Now is a column from the East Lansing Info reporting and editorial staff, created as a space to provide live updates of East Lansing news. Current top story: The ELPD is partnering with the faith community for a coat drive.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Where the Eight City Council Candidates Stand on Ballot Initiatives
Responses of “yes” or “no” to the ballot initiatives may give insight into candidates’ political views.
City Council Candidates Explain their Visions for Development, Affordable Housing
This is the third short-answer question posed to the eight East Lansing Council candidates.
What are Council Candidates’ Plans to Help Retain City Staff?
ELi is providing a series of stories with candidate responses to questions generated by readers. This is the second of the series of four packages.
Where do Council Candidates Stand on Moving City Elections?
ELi is providing a series of three stories with candidate responses to questions generated by readers.
ELIPOC Discusses Goals for Next Six Months
The commission also discussed the “sustained” allegations against an ELPD officer for repeatedly calling a woman after getting her phone number while on duty.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Brothers Bring Yemeni Coffee to East Lansing
“I’m an expert in medicine, but I’m very passionate about caffeine,” says Dr. Ahmed Sufyan, owner of Moka & Co.
Three to Be Interviewed for ELPL Director Position
The Library Board of Trustees will begin public interviews early this month.
Safe Routes to School Grant Proposal Impacts Parks
Parks & Rec Commission heard a report from SRTS, conclusions of a Farmers Market survey and bid farewell to Chuck Overbey.
EL Educational Foundation Awards $71,000 in Grants
Dec. 11 school board meeting also included reports from the superintendent and Glencairn Elementary staff.
Glencairn Overlay Proposal Dominates Housing Meeting
The Housing Commission approved two rental requests, but the three in the proposed overlay district are on hold.