Live News Updates for Sept. 25-Oct. 1
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: “Precincts, Pollbooks & Proposals” will be held next week.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
New Commission Gives Voice to Youth
“It’s a great way to bridge the gap between and learn what the commissioners see as important to their peers,” assistant to the city manager said.
Ask ELi: Checking in With City Manager Belleman
He talked about new city hires, preparing for the first big winter storm and why Council meeting minutes have not yet been approved.
Library Board Chooses a New Director
The board unanimously moves to offer the job to Kevin King, who will come to EL from the Kalamazoo Public Library.
First Major Storm on Its Way
Here are reminders on how to handle the expected heavy snow along with announcements of city closings.
Council Rejects Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Resolution
Despite emotional testimony from many personally impacted by the conflict, the resolution drafted by the Human Rights Commission was rejected 4-1.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Charter Amendment Committee Members Picked; Proposed Rental Ordinance Changes Revealed at Council Meeting
Diane Goddeeris, Jonathan Forman, Jeffrey Hank, Veronica Wilkerson-Johnson, Ruben Martinez, Jill Rhode and Pam Weil have been selected to serve on the charter review committee.
DDA Zeroes in on Marketing Firm for Evergreen Properties; Revises MOU for Executive Director
DDA members favored an applicant to market its Evergreen properties, but want to negotiate the price tag.
Two EL Activists Honored
Thasin Sardar was recognized with the Peacemaker of the Year award and Chris Root received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Lansing Area Peace Education Center’s June meeting.
ELPS Welcomes New Director of Special Education
Precios Armstrong comes to the position with more than 25 years of experience in education and a doctorate in educational leadership.
City Council to Consider Adding “Explanatory Caption” to Proposed Charter Amendment
A special City Council meeting to be held tomorrow (July 31) at 6 p.m. was added to the city calendar this morning.