SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
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.
Interim City Manager Randy Talifarro Reflects on Tenure
After 228 days on the job, Talifarro said he is glad to have had the opportunity to step into the crucial city role during a sometimes tumultuous time.
Proposed Trowbridge Road Revisions have Neighborhood Residents Concerned
MDOT’s road reconfiguration plans are meant to “improve safety,” but those who live in the neighborhoods worry they could make travel more dangerous.
City Council Denies 530 Albert Development in 2-3 Vote
The communitywide debate has been ongoing since May. With the Tuesday decision, the surface parking lot will stay a parking lot.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Cyber Crime Cost City $50,000
The city was able to provide an update on the financial impact of the cyber crime, but few other details.
DDA Talks Evergreen Properties, New Director and Responds to Councilmember’s Comments
The DDA is hopeful to soon find a firm to market its Evergreen Avenue properties.
ELHS Students Paint Murals at East Lansing Elementary Schools
The murals are designed to remind elementary students of the STEP problem solving routine utilized by the school district.
Police Chief Kim Johnson Resigns
In April, the city announced Johnson was being investigated after an internal complaint was filed against him.
Women’s Center Fundraiser sees Participants Rappel Down Boji Tower
The event saw participants rappel 297 feet down the Boji Tower.













