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
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.
Council Kicks off 2024 with Stacked Meeting Agenda
Tuesday’s meeting includes 10 items on the business agenda, 3 public hearings and a mysterious closed session.
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DDA Approves Setting Aside Funds for a Director
The decision to allot $250,000 to hire a director in 2025 followed two strategic planning sessions. Details for the position still need to be ironed out.
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IN THE COMMUNITY
ELPS Selected to Host Multicultural Student Achievement Network Annual Conference
According to the MSAN’s about page, “MSAN is a national coalition of multiracial school districts learning, growing, and working together toward the goal of improving access, opportunity, and achievement for students of color.”
Filing Deadline Passes, Clerk Marie Wicks Presents on Two Upcoming Elections
While the Presidential election gathers most headlines, there are important local items to be decided at the looming elections.
EL Dems Respond to Biden Candidacy, Withdrawal
Yesterday, President Joe Biden announced he would not seek reelection.
Meet New Glencairn Elementary School Principal Justyne Richardson
Richardson, who grew up in Lansing, will move back to the area to take over as Glencairn Elementary School principal.
Planning Commission Discusses Tree Removal Process, B&B Definition
No major votes were held, but the Planning Discussion held important discussions around tree removals, a new bed and breakfast definition and a proposed motel.