Voters Will Soon Decide on $23.5 Million School Bond
A look at how East Lansing schools would spend the $23.5 million in the bond proposal, if voters approve it at the May special election.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Council Receives First Round of Budget Presentations Ahead of FY 2025
The new fiscal year will start July 1, 2024.
Library Board Discusses Strategic Planning, Staff Conferences
The East Lansing Public Library met yesterday for its April meeting.
ELPD Chief Kim Johnson on Leave
Few details are known at this time, but City Manager Robert Belleman has confirmed the ELPD chief is on leave.
A Look at Dispute Between ELPS and Union After Tentative Agreement Reached
Documents show the process followed when ELPS hired an administrator’s son at an elevated pay rate.
Albert El Fresco Tweaks, Illegal Parking Discussed by DDA
Albert El Fresco will return to downtown East Lansing later this month.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Council Approves “Flexible” Albert El Fresco Plan
Street closures allowing for Albert El Fresco starting April 29 were approved by City Council.
Incentivizing Positive Behavior, Building Relationships Discussed at School Board Meeting
The school board heard from Donley Elementary School Principal Tracey Barton and others on strategies to encourage good behavior.
Council Approves Glencairn Overlay, Unhappy with El Fresco Shrinkage
Council hopes to hear a plan that does not downsize the El Fresco area so much before it is scheduled to open on April 29.
Planning Commission Postpones B&B Plans, Recommends Energy Ordinance Changes
The Planning Commission recommended approval on a pair of items, while tabling proposed rezoning that would allow for a Grove Street B&B.
He Speaks for the Trees: Arborist Andy Gordon Joins City Staff
Andy Gordon will look to craft a healthier urban forest in the city.