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East Lansing @ A Glance
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City Manager's Blog:
Emerging Leader Program Graduates

City Manager Theodore J. Staton publishes periodic blogs. His most recent blog discusses East Lansing's recent Emerging Leader Program graduates (updated 11/20/08). [View Archives]

2008 Community Survey Results
The City conducted a community survey in September to gauge residents’ overall satisfaction with the City of East Lansing and its services. According to the results, 97 percent agreed that East Lansing is a good place to live.

East Lansing Unofficial Election Results
View results from the City of East Lansing Nov. 4 General Election.

Bulk Leaf Collection
DPW performs annual bulk leaf collection that requires no bags, stickers or fees. Click above to view a schedule and weekly updates.

Property for Sale
The City of East Lansing is seeking buyers for land located just south of the DPW facility on State Road. Click above to learn more.

ELPD Offers 10 Simple Steps to Reduce the Risk of Theft
In response to a significant increase in theft in the East Lansing community, the East Lansing Police Department (ELPD) is currently asking residents to do a few simple things to help minimize the risk of becoming a victim of theft.

City to Launch Holiday Light Program
In an effort to promote environmentally friendly holiday decorating this season, the City will be accepting holiday light strands for recycling and will also be issuing coupons for 15 percent off the purchase of energy efficient Light Emitting Diode (LED) holiday lights from www.HolidayLEDs.com.

East Lansing to Open 2009-2010 Funding Cycle for Grant Applications
Applications will be available, beginning Friday, Nov. 20, for funding under the City of East Lansing’s 2009-2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and the 2009-2010 General Fund Human Service Activities budget. Learn more.

ELPD Seeks Identity of Two Home Invasion Suspects
The East Lansing Police Department is currently seeking the identity of two home invasion suspects who broke into three apartments at 239 Bogue St. in East Lansing’s Cedar Village on Tuesday, Oct. 14. View Suspect Sketches

City Offices Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving
City of East Lansing offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.

East Lansing Technology Innovation Center Opens
The City of East Lansing opened the doors of the Technology Innovation Center (TIC) in downtown East Lansing. The TIC will act as a business accelerator for technology startups and bolster the region's professional workforce.

East Village Project
Learn more about the exciting urban neighborhood known as East Village. A recording of a recent community workshop will be replayed on Sundays and Mondays at noon and 8 p.m. through Nov. 17 on Ch. 22 (WELG).
-New Character Sketches
-Economic Impact Study

East Lansing Receives Two "Keep Michigan Beautiful" Awards
The City of East Lansing received two awards for beautification efforts from Keep Michigan Beautiful, Inc. for the Community Releations Coalition's anti-littering work and the Arts Commission's public art piece commissioned in honor of the 2007 Centennial Celebration.

ELPD Investigates String of Rental Break-ins
The East Lansing Police Department is currently investigating a string of rental break-ins that have occurred within the City of East Lansing over the past four months.

Michigan Avenue Corridor Revitalization Project
Visit www.michiganavecorridor.com.

2008 Cedar Fest Information
A list of individuals who have been arrested and arraigned can be viewed, as well as new sentencing information.

City Center II
Learn more about the mixed-use development known as City Center II.

City Of East Lansing Web Policy Accuracy Statement
Click above to read the City's Web Information Accuracy Policy and Web Policy.

   
   Public Information   
Rental License Moratorium Around Avondale Square Project
City Council passed an 18 month rental license moratorium (effective Nov. 20) for the area surrounding the Avondale Square Project. During the moratorium staff will review tools to stabilize the neighborhood and encourage home ownership. View map.

Hold on to Your Home
To find help in preventing the foreclosure of your home call 211 or visit www.holdontoyourhome.org.

   
   East Lansing Public Schools   
East Lansing Public Schools
elps.k12.mi.us

ELHS Ranks Among Top Public Schools in the Nation
A recent U.S. News and World Report study places East Lansing High School among the top 3 percent of public schools in the nation.

   
   Government Links   
State of Michigan
www.michigan.gov

Ingham County
www.ingham.org

Clinton County
www.clinton-county.org

   
   Mission Statement   
Mission Statement
Quality Services for a Quality Community.

   
   Around Town   
Winter Bowl Soup & Chili Cook-Off
Warm up in downtown East Lansing on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 1-4 p.m. Enjoy a soup & chili cook-off, reindeer, ice carving, Santa & Mrs. Claus, roasted chestnuts, caroling and much more. It's Free.

Explore the Northern Tier Trail
The Northern Tier Trail serves as a delightful backdrop for exercise and leisure all year long. Take a look at the new TRAIL MAP that highlights routes, distances, parks and other attractions.

Library to Host Bilingual Story Time Program
The East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, will host a special bilingual story time program that reflects on the Dinka tribal culture of southern Sudan on Sunday, Nov. 23 from 2-3 p.m. This event is free and no registration is required.

Spartans Against Drunk Driving to Host 3rd Annual Survivor’s Forum
The East Lansing Police Department (ELPD) and Michigan State University Police Department (MSU PD) will join Spartans Against Drunk Driving at its 3rd Annual Survivor’s Forum on Sunday, Nov. 23.

Upcoming Events at (SCENE) Metrospace
Nathaniel Bartlett will bring modern marimba music to the (SCENE) Metrospace stage on Thursday, Nov. 20. Learn more.
A special poetry reading will take place on Saturday, Nov. 22, featuring the work of Diane Wakoski. Learn more.

Library Announces its December Calendar
Learn about programs and events offered at the East Lansing Public Library in December.

The Digital Television Transition
Beginning, Feb. 17, 2009, U.S. television stations will stop broadcasting in analog. If you currently watch TV on an analog set that is not connected to cable, satellite or other pay service please click www.dtv2009.gov to learn about your options.

Public Art Gallery Showcases Artist Francie Dittrich
The Public Art Gallery presents local painter Francie Dittrich in an exhibit entitled “East and West: A Journey in Color,” Nov. 2-Dec. 4, at the E.L. Hannah Community Center. Learn more.

(SCENE) Metrospace Presents "Robots/Labor/Future Worlds"
(SCENE) Metrospace, East Lansing's City-funded alternative art gallery and performance space, presents "Robots/Labor/Future Worlds." The show will run through Dec. 7. Visit scenemetrospace.com.

Library Announces its November Calendar
Click above to learn more about the programs and activities happening at the East Lansing Public Library throughout the month of November.

Parks, Recreation & Arts Fall Activity Guide
Community members are invited to peruse the Parks, Recreation & Arts' Fall Activity Guide.

Art Festival Announces Call to Artists
The 46th Annual East Lansing Art Festival is currently seeking fine artists and crafts persons for next year’s event.

Public Events Calendar for E.L. Hannah Community Center
Click above to learn about the events taking place at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road.

MSU Construction & Detours
Learn more about construction projects and detours on the MSU campus at www.construction.msu.edu/.

   
   This Week in the City   
November 17 Commission on the Environment
Meeting, 6 p.m. - Court Room 1, 54B District Court, 101 Linden St.

November 17 Transportation Commission
Meeting, 7:30 p.m. - Court Room 2, 54B District Court, 101 Linden St.

November 18 City Council
Meeting, 7:30 p.m. - Court Room 2, 54B District Court, 101 Linden St.

November 19 Library Board of Trustees
Meeting, 4:15 p.m. - Library Conference Room, 950 Abbot Road.

November 19 Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission
Meeting, 7 p.m. - E. L. Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Rd.

November 20 East Lansing--Meridian Water & Sewer Authority Annual Meeting
Meeting, 7:30 a.m. - Water Authority Conference Room, 2470 Burcham Dr.

November 20 Arts Commission
Meeting, 5:30 p.m. - Court Room 1, 54B District Court, 101 Linden St.

November 20 Downtown Development Authority
Meeting, 5:30 p.m. - Technology Innovation Center, Conference Room, 325 E. Grand River Ave., 3rd Floor.

November 20 Commission on Housing
Meeting, 7 p.m. - Court Room 2, 54B District Court, 101 Linden St.