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
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.
East Lansing Basketball Star Klarissa Bell is Happy to be Home
East Lansing and MSU star basketball player Klarissa Bell now teaches in the school district she grew up in.
Possible Folk Fest Revival Discussed by Arts Commission
A Folk Festival hasn’t been held in East Lansing since 2017. But action is being taken to explore bringing the event back, or something similar, in the future.













