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Folklorist Doggedly Researches Developers

Thursday, July 16, 2015

Above: Eliot Singer

When one thinks about influential people in city governmental affairs, one might picture local elected officials, high-ranking city staff, or maybe wealthy business owners. What one probably wouldn’t picture is someone like Eliot Singer: a bespectacled, white-bearded folklorist, often spotted crossing campus and town with the aid of his walking sticks.

BWL Sues EL Homeowner Behind Tree-Defense Yard Sign Campaign

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

Image: Richard Crittenden outside his home with one of the yard signs he had produced

The Lansing Board of Water and Light (BWL) has filed a lawsuit against the East Lansing homeowner who initiated a yard sign campaign to push back against what that homeowner called an overly aggressive “vegetation management” campaign by the electric utility.

Council Approves Eastside 6-Story Project; Developer to Seek Brownfield TIF

Wednesday, July 8, 2015

Image: Architect’s drawing of the structure planned for the northwest corner of Grand River and Spartan Avenues

East Lansing’s City Council has approved a proposal to build a new six-story building at the northwest corner of Grand River and Spartan Avenues, and the developer says he will soon be back to ask for Brownfield Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to help finance construction.

New Project to Reflect Broad Museum, Seek TIF

Wednesday, July 8, 2015

Image: Architect’s rendering of the plan for 565 East Grand River

Council last night considered plans for a new downtown development that aims architecturally to reflect the Broad Museum, which stands kitty-corner to the site. The developer told Council last night he plans to seek Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and said he wants to know more about what Councilmembers want in the project before he proceeds.

Council Approves New Building on Meijer Lot Over Neighborhood Objections

Wednesday, July 8, 2015

Above: Architect’s drawing of the planned new building

Over strong objections from people who live across from the project site, East Lansing’s City Council last night approved plans for a new Lake Trust Credit Union building on the southeast corner of the Lake Lansing Meijer parking lot. The vote was 4-0 in favor.

Fatal Accident at Durand and Albert

Monday, July 6, 2015

Early in the morning of Saturday, June 20, a fatal collision occurred at the intersection of Durand Street and Albert Avenue, a residential section of the Bailey neighborhood. At the request of an ELi reader, I talked today with ELPD’s Lieutenant Steve Gonzalez to get more details.

July Fourth Fireworks: Like it Or Not, They're Back

Friday, July 3, 2015

The fourth of July marks the date when the Declaration of Independence was adopted in the United States, but over the years the holiday has become most closely associated with elaborate displays of fireworks.

Campaign Disclosures Reveal Donations by Companies with Business before Council

Friday, July 3, 2015

Image: Nathan Triplett and Susan Woods during the Council debate last November on campaign donation disclosure

As ELi previously reported as part of our regular, in-depth City Council coverage for our readers, last November the current City Council debated “how, if at all, it should work to make sure East Lansing citizens know from whom Councilmembers have taken campaign contributions.”

Supreme Court Marriage Ruling Has Immediate Impact for East Lansing

Friday, June 26, 2015

Above: Lauren Brown, Lindsey Wren, and Pastor Nicolette Siragusa at the Ingham County Courthouse today.

Lauren Brown and Lindsey Wren, residents of East Lansing’s Pinecrest neighborhood, were at the Ingham County Courthouse today within two hours of the Supreme Court ruling legalizing same-gender marriage nationwide. Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum told us she was committed to staying as late as necessary to make sure any couples wishing to marry today can do so.

The Art of Yoga at the Broad Museum

Friday, June 26, 2015

For the second year running, East Lansing cultural staple the Broad Art Museum presents a unique alternative to standard yoga practice with free classes in its sculpture garden.

Classes are held on the fourth Saturday of every month, and the next class is this Saturday, June 27th. I spoke with Michelle Word, the Director of Education at the Broad Art Museum, to learn more about this popular program.

Greater Lansing Taxi Authority Expanding

Friday, June 26, 2015

East Lansing City Council approved an amendment to the Greater Lansing Taxi Authority (GLTA) Partnership Agreement to add four townships and MSU to the Authority. The new townships include Delhi, Delta, Meridian, and Lansing; MSU will be added to GLTA as a non-voting member.

DIGGING IN: Rain Gardens

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Rain garden located outside of Mid-MEAC, Mid-Michigan Environmental Action Council, located in East Lansing off Grove Street.

 

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