SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Housing Insecurity Worries Falcon Pointe Residents, East Lansing Planning Commissioners
Residents have been granted one-year land leases as the developers, FP Investors, are seeking a final decision from Council for further development.
East Lansing Homeowners Can Now Formally Disavow Racist Property Covenants
The Brookfield neighborhood’s covenant still includes discriminatory language.
Ask ELi: Did ELPS’ Administration Fact-Check the Ex-Principal’s Application?
FOIA response shows fact-checking notes taken by Superintendent Dori Leyko.
Oversight Commission Questions ELPD Use of Cameras, Treatment of People In Psychological Distress
Police use of force policy continues to be a topic of discussion; commission is looking to fill three openings.
Housing Complaint Against DTN Takes a Strange Turn
The city attorney said the investigation was stalled because he couldn’t reach a key person involved. ELi reached her by phone last night.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Bacon and Talifarro Speak about Exodus of Top City Employees
Mayor Ron Bacon addressed rumors while Talifarro described “an emotionally challenging and arduous time.”
Interim City Manager Acknowledges Challenges, Remains Optimistic About City’s Future
Talifarro will be available to all this Wednesday evening at a meet-and-greet being hosted by the library.
Coolidge Road Traffic Flow May Be Changed, Adding Bike Lanes
Public expresses mixed views about the road conversion, but transportation commission unanimously approved the project.
City Seeks to Work with Residents on Tree Plantings in East Lansing
Forms are available for those who would like to plant trees in front of their houses.
Concerns About Erecting 5G Towers in Neighborhoods Persist After Public Meeting
City officials say they cannot block installation of the towers because of a state law.