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SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
A Look at Dispute Between ELPS and Union After Tentative Agreement Reached
Documents show the process followed when ELPS hired an administrator’s son at an elevated pay rate.
Albert El Fresco Tweaks, Illegal Parking Discussed by DDA
Albert El Fresco will return to downtown East Lansing later this month.
Path to Healthy Pension Funding Laid out to Council
For years, the city has struggled with its underfunded pension plan. Now, there appears to be a path forward – but there is work to do.
Documentary Highlights East Lansing Music Camp ‘RicStar’
The camp, which welcomes people of all ages who have special needs, will be recognized in a documentary that is showing at the Capital City Film Festival.
ELIPOC Amendments Approved by Council
Though controversial, the amendments to the ordinance regulating the city’s police oversight commission are meant to provide clarity, and not change how the commission functions.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Know the Candidates: Patrick Lindemann is Challenged by Brian Bruce Beauchine in County Drain Commissioner Race
Incumbent Democrat Patrick Lindemann is being challenged by Republican Brian Bruce Beauchine to serve as Ingham County drain commissioner.
Planning Moves Forward for Great Lakes Folk Festival Revival
The festival was last held in 2017, but recently a committee was put together to explore bringing it back.
“Tunnel of Terror” to be Open Halloween Night
East Lansing’s spookiest attraction will once again be available to view Halloween night on Oakland Drive.
Ask ELi: Are Dogs Allowed on Restaurant Patios?
One local business owner is trying to get a state law changed that doesn’t allow dogs on restaurant patios.
Council Passes Ordinance to End Pretextual Stops, Considers New Building Incentives
Besides the major agenda items, City Manager Robert Belleman shared at the meeting that the city is struggling to fill some key positions.