SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Council Settles on Interview Process for City Manager, Approves Ballot Initiative to Expand Council
Five candidates accepted and two alternates approved to take part in a full day and evening of interviews scheduled for Aug. 7.
Ask ELi: Parks, Recreation & Arts Director Explains Increases in Fees
Cathy DeShambo replied to questions about the recreation fee structures and provided a link to the department’s budget document.
Is an Ordinance Holding Back Sustainable Energy in EL?
A decision on University Lutheran’s request for a variance for the size of a solar array was tabled after questions arose about other approved projects.
East Lansing Mayor Pro Tem Jessy Gregg Also Not Running for Reelection
“I don’t think I am exaggerating when I saw that this job is slowly killing me,” Gregg wrote in an early-morning announcement today.
East Lansing Mayor Ron Bacon Will Not Run for Reelection
“I do not intend to run this cycle,” Bacon told ELi Wednesday evening.
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.













