SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Where do Council Candidates Stand on Moving City Elections?
ELi is providing a series of three stories with candidate responses to questions generated by readers.
ELIPOC Discusses Goals for Next Six Months
The commission also discussed the “sustained” allegations against an ELPD officer for repeatedly calling a woman after getting her phone number while on duty.
No Decision Made by Council on 530 Albert Ave. Project
22 people spoke to Council about the affordable housing project during the Oct. 3 meeting, with majority speaking against the proposal. Council expects to make a decision at the Oct. 17 meeting.
ELIPOC Workshop Participants Focus on Police Use of Force
Public participants held a “dialogue” as they sought solutions and suggestions for a plan to guide the ELPD.
ELi Voter Guide to the East Lansing Charter Amendment Proposals
Voters are being asked to consider three amendments on the Nov. 7, 2023, ballot.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Women’s Center Fundraiser sees Participants Rappel Down Boji Tower
The event saw participants rappel 297 feet down the Boji Tower.
Rare Sighting Draws Flock of East Lansing Birders
The sighting was called a “lifer” by one local birder.
ELPS, Schools Statewide Struggle to Build Diverse Teaching Staffs
ELPS is looking to increase the diversity of its staff, as just 12 of the district’s 300 teachers are Black.
New Emergency Alert System, Budget and Potential Charter Change Addressed at Council Meeting
The budget is finally set for fiscal year 2025.
Council Talks Budget, Establishes Charter Review Committee
There was a packed agenda for this week’s City Council meeting.













