One Developer Off the Hook, Another Will Attempt Affordable Housing Downtown
East Lansing’s City Council has decided to relieve developer DRW Convexity of its responsibilities where downtown affordable housing is concerned and to give PK Companies a try instead. As part of their Park District project, Chicago-based developers DRW Convexity agreed to construct an affordable apartment building at a now-vacant lot known as “Parcel C” (333…
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Equitable Hiring, Modernizing Systems Among Priorities Set by Council
City Council held a special meeting to narrow down a large list of priorities for 2024 and 2025.
Secontine Investigation Released, Finds One Charter Violation
A report from independent investigator J. Randall Secontine explores alleged charter violations and gives insight to some factors that stressed out city staff members.
City of East Lansing: Pay Up (Please)
Some East Lansing residents have been surprised to receive notices that they may owe the city income taxes.
Spread the Word: ELi Has a New Facebook Page
Please share our new page with your friends and communities.
School Bond Will Go Before Voters in May
If approved, the “safety, security, accessibility bond” will go toward improvements at ELHS and MMS as well as a new central office building.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Clerk Marie Wicks to Step Down After Historic Election
After serving as clerk from 2011-2018, Marie Wicks came out of retirement in 2023.
ELHS Students Work to Support Capital Area Humane Society
The students are collecting cash, pet toys and more for their “Sharing for the Shelter” donation drive.
Council Talks Noise, Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Ban
City Council continues to search a solution for loud cars driving on busy streets, but a shortage of police officers makes enforcing noise ordinances difficult.
ELi introduces East Lansing Holiday Lights Contest
Nominate community members with the best light displays by Sunday, Dec. 15. After that, readers will get a chance to vote on their favorites.
DDA Recommends New Pizza Restaurant Downtown, Hears Feedback on Albert El Fresco
The company proposing the new pizza shop hopes it can provide a “decent meal at a decent price” to students between classes and workers on lunch break.