Local Churches Make Commitment to Faith-Based Reparations
All Saints Episcopal Church and Edgewood United Church will donate $100,000 to the Justice League of Lansing.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Mysteriously Delivered Packet Tells Story of City Raises and Promotions
Councilmember George Brookover expressed discomfort with the actions taken by the outgoing interim city manager. Randy Talifarro, the new city manager and finance director respond.
Everything You Need to Know Ahead of Tuesday’s City Council Elections
Here’s a roundup of ELi’s election coverage leading up to the polls opening throughout the City of East Lansing on Nov. 7.
Campaign Expenses Reveal Big Differences in Resources Available to Candidates
ELi analyzes and breaks down financial records from the Ingham County Clerk.
Robert Belleman Easing into His Role as City Manager
The city’s new top administrator talks about his life, his priorities and gives his perspective on the end of his job in Saginaw.
$550,000 of EL Taxpayer Money at Risk Due to Cyber Scam
A vendor’s email was compromised by an outside entity. The city is working with the MSP and FBI to recover the funds.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Incentivizing Positive Behavior, Building Relationships Discussed at School Board Meeting
The school board heard from Donley Elementary School Principal Tracey Barton and others on strategies to encourage good behavior.
Council Approves Glencairn Overlay, Unhappy with El Fresco Shrinkage
Council hopes to hear a plan that does not downsize the El Fresco area so much before it is scheduled to open on April 29.
Planning Commission Postpones B&B Plans, Recommends Energy Ordinance Changes
The Planning Commission recommended approval on a pair of items, while tabling proposed rezoning that would allow for a Grove Street B&B.
He Speaks for the Trees: Arborist Andy Gordon Joins City Staff
Andy Gordon will look to craft a healthier urban forest in the city.
Michigan Waterways Stewards: Meet the New Coalition Conserving Local Waters
Michigan Waterways Stewards are working with local businesses, organizations and volunteers to clean up the Red Cedar River and other Michigan bodies of water.