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SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
ELPS Board, Teachers to Consider Later School Start Times During Contract Negotiations
Currently, school start times in the district range from 7:45 a.m. in the high school to 8:45 a.m. in elementary schools.
“First Amendment Audit” of ELPD Draws Widespread Attention Online
A “First Amendment Auditor” films police officers and other government employees to audit their reaction to minor disturbances.
Council Considers New Pizza Restaurant Downtown, Saves BWL Lawsuit Talk for Closed-Session
Council opted to not publicly discuss the Michigan Supreme Court ruling against the city, instead talking about the suit in closed-session.
East Lansing Loses BWL Franchise Fee Lawsuit
The court found East Lansing issued a “disguised tax” through BWL bills.
MSU DEI, Research in Waiting Place; East Lansing Officials Vow to Keep Programs in Place
Executive Orders targeting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs have impacted work on the Michigan State University campus.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Parks and Rec Commission Discusses Communication for Millage to Be Decided at November’s Election
If voters approve the millage, it would provide nearly $3 million of funding dedicated to the city’s Parks, Recreation and Arts Department.
Many East Lansing Residents are Eligible to Receive Significant “Franchise Fee” Reimbursement Payments. How Many Will Submit a Claim?
Cyber scams are making people less likely to engage with texts or emails from unknown senders – even if it’s for a legitimate cause.
Peoples Church Puts Faith into Action by Funding Independent Living for Adults with Disabilities
Peoples Church is working with area nonprofit organizations to provide places for adults living with disabilities to live.
East Lansing to Assemble Team to Review Finances; Council Considers Changes that Police Oversight Commission Say Hurts Transparency, Accountability
Members of the city’s police oversight commission say changes are being made to the commission that are unnecessary under a new agreement with the union representing ELPD patrol officers.
Homelessness, Ceasefire Resolution and Fix to Behavioral Problems at the Library Discussed by HRC
The HRC discussed the possibility of East Lansing purchasing pods to temporarily house people, a move that would mirror recent action by the Lansing City Council.