SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Candidates for City Council React to the Hiring of Belleman Over Dempsey
Two candidates say they would have voted for Tim Dempsey, one shows disbelief, others are pragmatic and two haven’t yet responded to ELi.
In 3-2 Vote, Robert Belleman Chosen as Next East Lansing City Manager
There was wide support for internal candidate Tim Dempsey in written communications and public comments. “This is a farce. This is an absolute farce,” one member of the community said after the vote.
Finalist for EL City Manager Was Removed from Post as Cincinnati’s Director of Economic Inclusion
Cincinnati’s City Manager removed Collin Mays from his directorship following an HR investigation, documents show. Mays denied wrongdoing and subsequently resigned.
Finalist for EL City Manager Was Removed from Post as Cincinnati’s Director of Economic Inclusion
Cincinnati’s City Manager removed Collin Mays from his directorship following an HR investigation, documents show. Mays denied wrongdoing and subsequently resigned.
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IN THE COMMUNITY
Interfaith Gathering Offers Prayers for Peace, Healing
The event was an expression of solidarity and hope in the wake of the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
ELPD Officer Tells DDA of Downtown Public Safety Concerns
Officer Katey Harrison identified parking garages as hotspots for nighttime activity as well as the Fieldhouse and Harper’s.
Permanent ELPL Director Interviews to Begin in January
The deadline for applications was Nov. 17. The Library Commission subcommittee hopes to present its findings and recommendations at the Dec. 13 meeting.
Live News Updates for Nov. 20-26
Current top story: Karen Jennings is leaving the Arts Commission after six years.
Ingham Community Health Center to Open in ELHS
The regular meeting of the school board also included a report on plans of the local chapter of MSAN.












