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SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Council Approves Toned Down Caption to be Placed on Ballot with Charter Amendment
“The proposed charter amendment below was initiated by a citizen initiated petition and not the East Lansing City Council,” the revised caption reads.
Delivery Drivers and Downtown Parking Continue to be at Odds
The fast pace that delivery drivers move in and out of illegal parking locations makes it difficult for the city to enforce parking rules.
Two County Millages on August Ballot
The millages up for renewal at the August Primary Election provide funding for essential services to older residents and health care services for low income residents.
University Lutheran Church to Host Community Concerts
The performances will take place the first three Sundays of August.
Advance Peace Will Work to Reduce Gun Violence in East Lansing
The Advance Peace program will work directly with East Lansing residents most at risk of being involved in gun violence.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Debate About Housing Code Returns to Council; Council Paves Way to Increase Diversity of Public Art
Council hopes increased flexibility for how the city’s public art fund can be used brings “Sound Gardens” and public art classes or workshops to the city.
ELPL Sets Sights on Earning Environmental Certification
Library staff hopes to earn a sustainability certification that would add to the city’s history of environmental leadership.
City Council Vaguely Announces Agreement in BWL Franchise Fee Lawsuit
Council approved a tentative agreement on a settlement amount without disclosing just how much the city will need to spend reimbursing LBWL customers.
Planning Commission Declines to Recommend Proposed Meijer Gas Station
Commissioners were split on a vote to recommend the proposal.
ICHD Provides Advice on Vaccinations, Exposure Guidelines After Ingham County Measles Case
The first Ingham County measles case since 1994 was announced earlier this week.














