Lansing public meetings in 2021

Committee on Development & Planning

The committee will consider a resolution to set a public hearing regarding SLU-2-2021. This item concerns a new Board of Water and Light electrical power substation at 5411 Wise Road. The agenda also includes the review of minutes from the December 7, 2021 meeting.

• Resolution to set a public hearing for a new electrical power substation at 5411 Wise Road

Board of Police Commissioners

The Lansing Board of Police Commissioners will meet to consider several departmental actions. This includes a recommendation from Mayor Schor to promote Interim Chief Ellery Sosebee to Police Chief. The Board will also review the FY2023 budget for approval.

• Recommendation to promote Interim Chief Ellery Sosebee to Police Chief
• Approval of FY2023 Budget
• Approval of November 16, 2021, meeting minutes

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light is holding a special meeting to approve an HR hiring consultant selected through an RFP process. The agenda also includes manager remarks, commissioner remarks, and public comment periods.

• Approval of RFP Selected HR Hiring Consultant

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider resolutions regarding a grant from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund for the Parks & Recreation Department. The committee will also discuss a workers compensation settlement.

• Grant acceptance: Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund for the Parks & Recreation Department
• Workers Compensation Settlement (206-2876-01100)

City Council

The Lansing City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate. The council will also consider a resolution for the certificate at 8100 Davis Hwy.

• Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Ultium Cells, LLC (PEND-2751)

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Lansing Police and Fire Retirement System Board will meet to process retirement applications and contribution refunds. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a Tegrit fee increase and trustee election results.

• Retirement application for Michelle Hood-Marble
• Refund request of $11,496.03 for Alex Rojas
• Discussion of Tegrit Fee Increase
• Review of trustee election results
• Adjustments to retirement system contributions

Board of Review

The Board of Review will discuss proposed changes to assessed and taxable values pursuant to MCL 211.53b. The board is also scheduled to approve changes to the assessment roll as presented.

• Discussion of proposed changes to assessed and taxable values
• Approval of changes to the assessment roll

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Lansing Police and Fire Retirement System and Employees’ Retirement System boards are holding a special meeting. The agenda includes a presentation and questions regarding a PBI Death Audit.

• PBI Death Audit Presentation & Questions

Employees' Retirement System

The Board will consider age and service retirement requests for two employees. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a Tegrit fee increase and adjustments to retirement system contributions. Additionally, the Secretary's report details recent membership changes and monthly retirement allowances paid.

• Age and service retirement requests for Rhonda Mubarakeh and Rene Marinez
• Tegrit fee increase
• Adjustments to retirement system contributions
• November 2021 retirement allowances totaling $2,019,312.93

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light is meeting to discuss a special electric service contract for a large manufacturing customer. The agenda also includes public comment and remarks from the manager and commissioners.

• Special Electric Service Contract for Large Manufacturing Customer

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider resolutions for street name changes and redevelopment area liquor licenses. The meeting also includes the review of minutes from the November 17, 2021 meeting.

• Renaming Technology Boulevard to Discovery Drive and Biotechnology Drive to Health Park Drive
• Redevelopment Area Liquor License for Hooked Community at 3124 E Michigan Ave., Suite F
• Redevelopment Area Liquor License for Batter Up Bistro at 621 E Michigan Ave.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review resolutions regarding public safety, legal settlements, and industrial development. The agenda includes discussions on extending multi-year contracts for Police and Fire Chief positions and participating in national opioid litigation settlements.

• Extending multi-year contracts for Police Chief and Fire Chief positions
• Participation agreements for National Prescription Opiate Litigation settlement
• Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate application for Ultium Cells, LLC at 8100 Davis Hwy
• Amending Social Districts to include Sidecar Slider Bar and The Creole Burger Bar
• Issuance of Sewage Disposal System Revenue Bonds

City Council

The council will review the allocation of proceeds from national opioid litigation and industrial certificates for Ultium Cells, LLC. The agenda also includes the transfer of tax reverted properties and several grant acceptances.

• Allocation of settlement proceeds in National Opioids Litigation (PEND-2727)
• Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Ultium Cells, LLC at 8100 Davis Hwy (PEND-2749)
• Transfer of unsold tax reverted properties from Ingham and Eaton County Treasurers (PEND-2723, PEND-2722)
• Renaming Technology Boulevard to Discovery Drive and Biotechnology Drive to Health Park Drive (PEND-2726)
• Grant acceptance for the Recycling Quality Improvement Grant (PEND-2724)

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board of Directors meeting scheduled for December 9, 2021, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled to take place on January 13, 2022.

Board of Public Service

This meeting consists primarily of procedural items and division reports. The Board will consider approving the 2022 revised division reporting schedule and hear from a guest speaker.

• Approval of the 2022 “Revised” Division Reporting Schedule
• Presentation by Sustainability Coordinator Lori Welch
• Reports from the Wastewater Division and Business, Permits, and Technology Division

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The Board will review the September 16, 2021 meeting minutes and elect officers for 2022. Members will also discuss the Development and Finance Plan timeline and Logan Square projects. Additionally, the board will discuss Fall Neighborhood Grants.

• Approval of September 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Election of 2022 Board officers
• Development and Finance Plan timeline discussion
• Logan Square project review
• Fall Neighborhood Grants discussion

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider a resolution to set a Show Cause Hearing. This hearing involves orders to make safe or demolish the property located at 4108 Deerfield.

• Resolution for a Show Cause Hearing regarding 4108 Deerfield

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will review the November 2021 minutes and communications. Fire Chief Greg Martin will provide updates on department vacancies, active shooter drills with LPD, and hospital capacity regarding COVID-19 patients.

• Approval of November 2021 minutes
• Update on department vacancies
• Report on active shooter drills with LPD
• Report on hospital capacity related to COVID-19 patients

Lansing Park Board

The meeting includes discussions on the Annual Report, 5-Year Plan Goals, and CIP FY23. The board will also address a park ordinance regarding River Trail speed and a Tree Canopy Grant. Updates are scheduled for DNR grants and the Frances Park Master Plan.

• 5-Year Plan Goals
• Park Ordinance (River Trail Speed)
• Tree Canopy Grant
• CIP FY23
• Frances Park Master Plan update

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority will introduce new board member John Shaski. The meeting includes updates on neighborhood grants for bus shelters and a review of the next year's meeting timeline.

• Introduction of new board member John Shaski
• Approval of September 2021 meeting minutes
• Updates on neighborhood grants for bus shelters

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning is reviewing several land use and property items. This includes proposed public hearings for a surface parking lot at 611 N. Butler and ordinance amendments regarding soil erosion. The committee will also consider street vacations and the establishment of a new redevelopment project area.

• Establishment of Red Cedar Redevelopment Project Area
• Public hearing for surface parking lot at 611 N. Butler
• Street vacation for Jerome Street and N Holmes Street
• Cell Tower Land Lease Contract Renewals
• Objection to transfer of tax reverted properties from Eaton and Ingham Counties

Planning Commission

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding funding allocations for the FY 2022-26 Consolidated Plan and a special land use permit for an electrical substation at 5411 Wise Rd. The agenda also includes street vacations for Jerome St. and N Holmes St.

• Special Land Use Permit for an electrical substation at 5411 Wise Rd.
• FY 2022-26 Consolidated Plan proposed funding allocations (CDBG, HOME, and ESG)
• Street vacations for Jerome St. and N Holmes St.

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will meet to review financial updates and program progress. The board is scheduled to take action on the Equitable Economic Development Programming Resolution. Members will also discuss the 2022 meeting schedule and officer elections.

• Action on Equitable Economic Development Programming Resolution
• Updates on Façade Improvement Program and Sunrise Grant Program
• Discussion of 2022 Board Meeting Schedule and Election of Officers

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will consider a bond resolution for Red Cedar Development Plan #72. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Pleasant Grove & Holmes Development Plan #80 and a committee focus on Logan Square and S. MLK CIA.

• Bond Resolution Series 2021 for Red Cedar Development Plan #72
• Presentation of Pleasant Grove & Holmes Development Plan #80
• Site Committee focus on Logan Square and S. MLK CIA
• Approval of November 5, 2021 meeting minutes

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) Board of Directors will meet to approve the minutes from the November 5, 2021, meeting. The agenda also includes an update on financials.

• Approval of TIFA Board Meeting Minutes – Friday, November 5, 2021
• Update on Financials

Committee on Ways and Means

The committee will review an internal auditor report regarding a contract with Robert W. Baird & Co. Members will consider resolutions to accept grants for the Financial Empowerment Fund, recycling quality improvement, and community forestry. The committee will also discuss a sole source purchase for consulting services related to COVID-19 staffing assistance.

• Internal Auditor Report on Robert W. Baird & Co. Contract
• Resolution: Grant Acceptance; Financial Empowerment Fund
• Resolution: Recycling Quality Improvement Grant
• Resolution: DNR Community Forestry Grant
• Discussion: Sole Source Purchase for COVID-19 staffing assistance

Demolition Board/Code Enforcement

The Demolition Board will meet on December 2, 2021, to address old business regarding a property at 3601 Deerfield Ave. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• Case No. 2021-D008: 3601 Deerfield Ave

Committee on Ways and Means

The Lansing Committee on Ways and Means will consider various resolutions to accept grants. These items include funding for sobriety court, small business support, housing services, and police justice assistance.

• Sobriety Court Grant acceptance
• Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund Small Business Boost grant
• Michigan State Housing Development Authority Annual Renewal grant
• Lansing Police Department Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
• Office of Highway Safety Planning Grant

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the first quarter General Fund status and vacancy reports for fiscal year 2021-2022. Council members will discuss amendments to the form-based zoning code, council rules, and meeting recording policies. The agenda also includes appointments to the Elected Officers Compensation Commission.

• Amendment to Part 12, Title 6 Form Based Zoning Code
• Proposal to eliminate retirement healthcare benefits for Executive Management Group
• Appointments of Thomas Hoisington and Steve Young to the Compensation Commission
• Setting a public hearing for readopting codified ordinances
• Amendments to Council Rules and meeting recording policies

City Council

The Lansing City Council will review ordinances to amend the city's Form Based Zoning Code and sewage revenue bonds. The agenda also includes decisions on national opioid litigation settlements and various grant acceptances.

• Ordinance to amend Part 12, Title 6, Form Based Zoning Code
• Proposal to eliminate retirement healthcare benefits for the Executive Management Group
• $5,523.00 claim appeal regarding trash violation fees at 1917 Osband Avenue
• Participation in National Opioid Litigation settlements
• Renaming Technology Boulevard to Discovery Drive

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Board of Commissioners will receive presentations on October draft financials and the FY21 Audit. Committee reports from Personnel, Strategic Planning, and the CEO are also scheduled for review. No specific items are listed under old or new business.

• October Draft Financials presentation
• FY21 Audit presentation
• Approval of October 26, 2021 minutes

Ad Hoc Audit Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Lansing Ad Hoc Audit Committee for November 17, 2021, was canceled. No items were discussed or acted upon during this session.

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations is meeting to consider a claim appeal regarding trash violation fees for 1917 Osband Avenue. The committee will also review minutes from the November 3, 2021, meeting.

• Claim Appeal (Claim #1869) for $5,523.00 in trash violation fees at 1917 Osband Avenue

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will consider two ordinance amendments. These items propose establishing a DEI Advisory Board and an EDI Advisory Board through public hearings. The committee will also review minutes from the September 15, 2021 meeting.

• Introduction of resolution to create a DEI Advisory Board
• Introduction of resolution to create an EDI Advisory Board
• Review of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a setback variance for a ground sign at 3101 Technology Blvd. The board also plans to approve minutes from the October 14, 2021 meeting.

• Variance to setback requirement for a ground sign at 3101 Technology Blvd
• Approval of minutes from the October 14, 2021 regular meeting

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider the appointment of Dr. Alane Laws-Barker to several economic development boards. The committee will also review the repassage of ACT-1-2020 regarding Jerome St. and N. Holmes St. street vacations.

• Appointment of Dr. Alane Laws-Barker to the Economic Development Corporation, TIF, and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority boards
• Repassage of ACT-1-2020 for Jerome St. and N. Holmes St. street vacations

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to review departmental reports and updates. The agenda includes the approval of the 2020 Annual Report and the minutes from the October 19, 2021 meeting. The board will also receive presentations regarding radio technology and administrative matters.

• Approval of 2020 Annual Report
• Approval of October 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Educational presentation by Chief Radio Technician Walter Doherty
• Administrative report from Interim Chief Ellery Sosebee
• Legal update from Assistant City Attorney Mary Bowen

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light will review committee reports and various resident communications. Action items include appointing an interim internal auditor and adjusting the Corporate Secretary's longevity.

• Appointment of Interim Internal Auditor
• Retention of Hiring Consultant
• Corporate Secretary Longevity Adjustment
• Grant of Settlement Authority
• Communications regarding Moores Park trees

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance for a ground sign setback at 3101 Technology Blvd. The board will also revisit a request to permit a bicycle sales and repair business with outdoor storage at 1015 Westmoreland Avenue.

• BZA-4074.21: Variance to the setback requirement for a ground sign at 3101 Technology Blvd.
• BZA-4058.20: Variances to permit a bicycle sales & repair business with outdoor storage at 1015 Westmoreland Avenue

Board of Public Service

This meeting consists primarily of procedural items and division reports. The board will review traffic requests if they are available for approval. A presentation from City Works is also scheduled.

• Review and approval of traffic requests, if available
• Traffic Engineering Division report
• Engineering Division report
• City Works presentation

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will review a report from Fire Chief Greg Martin. The report includes updates on department vacancies, active shooter drills with the LPD, and hospital capacity regarding COVID-19 patients.

• Vacancy update
• Active shooter drills in conjunction with LPD
• Hospital capacity as it relates to hospitals being overwhelmed with Covid patients

Lansing Park Board

The Park Board will elect new officers and review recent meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding ice rinks, 5 Year Plan Goals, and a park ordinance for River Trail speed. Updates will also be provided on Moores Park Pool, Cambridge Trail, and the Frances Park Master Plan.

• Election of Officers
• Park Ordinance (River Trail Speed)
• Updates on Moores Park Pool and Cambridge Trail
• Frances Park Master Plan update
• Annual report due December 1, 2021

Employees' Retirement System

The joint meeting of the Employees’ Retirement System and Police and Fire Retirement System Boards will review recent membership changes and retirement applications. These proceedings involve the administration of pension benefits for city employees.

• Retirement application for Krishna J. Singh (Fire)
• Retirement application for Sherry Blom (Public Service)
• Refund of accumulated contributions for Kelvin Williams ($33,118.44)
• Refund of accumulated contributions for Stephen Guel ($6,291.75)
• October 2021 P&F retirement allowances of $2,999,903.19

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Police and Fire Retirement System and Employees’ Retirement System boards will review membership updates and monthly retirement allowances. The meeting includes consideration of several retirement applications and requests for refunds of accumulated contributions. The boards will also review investment performance and professional association memberships.

• Retirement applications for Krishna J. Singh, Sherry Blom, and David Brand
• Refund request for Kelvin Williams ($33,118.44)
• Refund request for Stephen Guel ($6,291.75)
• October 2021 retirement allowances of $2,999,903.19 (P&F) and $2,017,838.28 (ERS)
• Annual membership renewals for MAPERS, NCPERS, and IFEBP

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will review a communication from Robert Engel concerning a claim of discrimination involving pension funds. The agenda also includes the approval of the 2022 meeting schedule and reports from the City Attorney and Chairperson.

• Communication regarding a claim of discrimination with pension funds
• Approval of the 2022 meeting schedule
• City Attorney's report

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review Board of Water and Light audited financial statements and discuss electric reliability. The council will also consider resolutions for street vacations on Jerome St. and N. Holmes St.

• BWL Audited Financial Statements presentation
• BWL Electric Reliability presentation
• Resolution for Jerome St. and N. Holmes St. street vacations
• 2022 meeting schedule for Elected Officers Compensation Commission

City Council

The council will review an ordinance to amend the Form Based Zoning Code. The agenda also includes accepting various grants for public safety, housing, and small business support.

• Ordinance to amend the Form Based Zoning Code
• State funds for Lansing Police Department Cold Case Unit and security cameras
• Liquor license application for Lorenzo’s LLC at 1247 Center Street
• Elimination of retirement healthcare benefits in the Executive Management Group Benefits Plan
• Claim appeal for $5,523.00 in trash violation fees at 1917 Osband Avenue

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will review financial updates and recent meeting minutes. The agenda includes presentations on the One&All Program and discussions regarding equitable economic development.

• One&All Program Presentation
• Equitable Economic Development presentation and discussion
• Sunrise Grant Program – Ingham County update
• Corridor Improvement Authorities update
• LEDC Site Committee update

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The LBRA board will consider a reimbursement assignment for Plan #73 at 3600 Dunckel/Volaris. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the October 8, 2021, meeting.

• Assignment of Reimbursement for Plan #73 3600 Dunckel/Volaris
• Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes – Friday, October 8, 2021

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The agenda contains only procedural items for the Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority. The board will review and approve minutes from the October 8, 2021, meeting.

• Approval of October 8, 2021, meeting minutes

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will review several grant acceptances for public safety, including funds for automobile theft prevention and the CARE Unit. The committee will also discuss a report regarding city claim settlements exceeding $25,000.

• Acceptance of Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Grant
• Acceptance of Byrne Justice Assistance CARE Unit Grant
• Appropriation of State of Michigan funds for Lansing Police Department Cold Case Unit staffing and security cameras
• Report on City Attorney claim settlements above $25,000

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider a liquor license request for Lorenzo’s LLC. The committee will also review the appointment of Kris Young to the Board of Public Service.

• Liquor license request for Lorenzo’s LLC at 1247 Center Street
• Appointment of Kris Young to the Board of Public Service

Planning Commission

The Lansing Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider a special land use permit for a new parking lot at 611 N. Butler Blvd. The board will also review the October 5, 2021, meeting minutes and the 2022 meeting schedule. Additionally, the board will discuss the Lot 50 property sale.

• Special Land Use Permit for a new parking lot at 611 N. Butler Blvd
• Approval of the 2022 Planning Board Meeting Schedule
• Discussion regarding the Lot 50 property sale (Act-8-2021)

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider a resolution regarding orders to make safe or demolish property at 4108 Deerfield Ave. The committee is also scheduled to hold a discussion concerning 1428 New York Ave.

• Resolution for safety or demolition orders at 4108 Deerfield Ave.
• Discussion regarding 1428 New York Ave.

Demolition Board/Code Enforcement

The Demolition Board will meet on October 28, 2021, to conduct business regarding code enforcement. The agenda includes the consideration of one new case.

• New Business: Case No. 2021-D007 at 2131 Pleasant View

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review September draft financials and various committee reports. The agenda also includes a resolution to rename a boardroom in the Lansing Center.

• Resolution to rename Lansing Center Boardroom 2 as James W. Butler III Boardroom
• Presentation of September draft financial reports

Election Commission

The Election Commission will conduct a public test of equipment for the upcoming November 2, 2021 election. The meeting also includes approval of October 5, 2021 minutes and time for public comment.

• Public test of equipment for the November 2, 2021 election
• Approval of October 5, 2021 meeting minutes

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations is reviewing a resolution for a noise special permit requested by MDOT. The permit would allow construction on the I-496 freeway during specific night and weekend hours.

• Noise Special Permit resolution for I-496 reconstruction
• MDOT request for weekday work from 8 PM to 7 AM
• MDOT request for weekend and holiday work through November 2023

Committee of the Whole

The committee will review an update on the Downtown Lansing Inc. Strategic Action Plan and Recovery Programs. Discussion items also include a ward apportionment plan, the 2022 meeting schedule, and a grant amendment for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.

• Downtown Lansing Inc. Strategic Action Plan and Recovery Programs Update
• Appointment of Elizabeth O’Leary as Chief Labor Negotiator
• City of Lansing Ward Apportionment Plan
• 2022 City Council Meeting Schedule
• Emergency Rental Assistance Program Grant Amendment

City Council

The Lansing City Council will consider the city's Ward Apportionment Plan and several grant acceptances, including ARPA funds for COVID-19 impacts. The agenda also includes traffic control orders for multiple intersections and parking regulations. Additionally, the council will review liquor license requests and appointments.

• City of Lansing Ward Apportionment Plan
• Acceptance of ARPA funds for COVID-19 impacts
• Traffic control orders for Lansing Avenue/Queen Street and Cross Street/Lansing Avenue
• MDOT noise special permit request for I-496 reconstruction
• Show cause hearing regarding property at 4108 Deerfield Ave.

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will discuss a resolution regarding an MDOT request for a noise special permit. This permit would allow construction work on the I-496 freeway during specific night and weekend hours. The committee will also review minutes from the October 6, 2021 meeting.

• Noise Special Permit resolution for I-496 freeway reconstruction
• Review of October 6, 2021, meeting minutes

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider a resolution to appoint John Shaski to the Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the September 7, 2021, meeting.

• Resolution to appoint John Shaski to the Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority with a term expiring June 30, 2025
• Approval of September 7, 2021, meeting minutes

Board of Police Commissioners

The board will hold its monthly meeting, featuring an educational presentation by Officer Brian Rendon and K-9 Officer Mack. The agenda also includes administrative reports and the approval of minutes from September 21, 2021.

• Approval of September 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Educational presentation by Ofc. Brian Rendon and K-9 Ofc. Mack
• Administrative report from Interim Chief Ellery Sosebee
• Legal update from Assistant City Attorney Mary Bowen
• Human Resources report from Director Linda Sanchez-Gazella

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider several resolutions to accept various grants. These include funding for domestic violence services, bicycle/pedestrian safety, and neighborhood stabilization. The committee will also review the acceptance of $49,924,664 in federal ARPA funds for public health and economic impacts.

• $49,924,664 Federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant acceptance
• Domestic Violence Services (DVS) CARE Programs Grant
• Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Grant
• Local Consumer Protection Initiative planning grant
• MSHDA Neighborhood Stabilization Program Income Grant

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The DLI Board will review strategic plan action items, including a TMA update, and discuss federal funding for downtown. The meeting also includes updates on business development, maintenance, and the holiday season in Middle Village.

• Strategic Plan Action Items (TMA Update)
• Federal Funding for Downtown
• Performing Arts Center in the City
• Middle Village and the Holiday Season
• Director Evaluation (Closed Session)

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will review the proposed 2022 meeting and reporting schedules. The board will also consider a request from McLaren regarding street names at a new location. A presentation on City Works is also scheduled.

• McLaren request to rename or name streets at a new location
• Proposed 2022 Board of Public Service meeting schedule
• Proposed 2022 Division reporting schedule
• City Works presentation

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will review several resolutions regarding traffic control orders. These items propose adding stop signs at specific intersections and regulating parking on various streets.

• Add a stop sign at the intersection of Magnolia Avenue and Marcus Street
• Add a stop sign at the intersection of Cross Street and Lansing Avenue
• Regulate parking along Haverhill Drive and Winterset Drive
• Regulate parking along Taffy Parkway between Hughes Road and Haag Road
• Regulate traffic at the intersection of Lansing Avenue and Queen Street

Board of Fire Commissioners

This meeting agenda consists primarily of procedural items and scheduled reports. The Board will hear an educational presentation from EMS Chief Ortiz and a report from Fire Chief Greg Martin. Chair Lucianna Solis will also address the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Educational presentation by EMS Chief Ortiz
• Fire Administration Report from Fire Chief Greg Martin
• Discussion of 2022 meeting schedule
• Approval of September 2021 minutes

Lansing Park Board

The board will conduct an election of officers and review an ethics training video. Members will also receive updates on the Frances Park Master Plan and Hunters Ridge.

• Election of officers
• Park Ordinance regarding River Trail speed
• Frances Park Master Plan update
• Hunters Ridge update
• Maguire Park Fitness Court ribbon cutting

Employees' Retirement System

The Board will review membership updates, including new members and recent deaths. The agenda includes a request for age and service retirement for Ricardo Gomez. The meeting also covers a report on $2,018,284.07 in retirement allowances paid in September 2021.

• September 2021 retirement allowances totaling $2,018,284.07
• Age and service retirement request for Ricardo Gomez
• Secretary's report on membership changes and deaths
• Reports from MAPERS, NCPERS, and IFEBP conferences

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will meet to review affidavits of disclosure from city employees. The meeting also includes a report regarding the resignation of Aini Abukar.

• Resignation of Aini Abukar
• Affidavit of Disclosure for Willard Walker (Human Resources and Community Service)
• Affidavit of Disclosure for Katrina Urista (Human Resources and Community Service)
• Affidavit of Disclosure for Teri Brooks (Lansing Police Department)

Police & Fire Retirement System

The board will review several retirement applications for age, service, and disability. The meeting includes a report on September 2021 retirement payments totaling $2,988,830.10. Trustees will also review the monthly investment report and actuarial valuation.

• Review of age and service retirement application for Mauricio Barrera
• Pending duty disability retirement applications
• Retirement allowance payments totaling $2,988,830.10 for September 2021
• Refund request for Jacob R. Schmidt in the amount of $38,590.65
• Presentation of the Police and Fire Actuarial Valuation Report

Demolition Board/Code Enforcement

The Lansing Demolition Board will meet on September 22, 2022, to consider several new demolition case applications. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the August 25, 2022, meeting.

• Case D2022-011: 1510 W. Hillsdale St.
• Case D2022-012: 4580 Seaway Dr.
• Case D2022-013: 651 E. Jolly Rd.
• Case D2022-014: 532 S. Francis

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several items, including an ordinance to establish an Arts and Culture Commission. The committee will also consider setting a public hearing for changes to the Form Based Zoning Code. Additionally, members will review procedures for hosting virtual meetings.

• Appointment of Matthew (Dusty) Horwitt to the Board of Water and Light
• Public hearing for Form Based Zoning Code amendments
• Ordinance to establish an Arts and Culture Commission
• Procedures for hosting virtual meetings in accordance with the Open Meetings Act

City Council

The Lansing City Council will review an ordinance to amend the Form Based Zoning Code and a proposal to create an Arts and Culture Commission. The agenda also includes reviewing grant acceptances for COVID-19 relief and police department improvements. Additionally, the council will consider a noise permit request for I-496 freeway reconstruction.

• Ordinance to amend the Form Based Zoning Code
• Creation of an Arts and Culture Commission
• MDOT noise permit request for I-496 reconstruction
• Acceptance of ARPA funds for COVID-19 impacts
• $1,592 trash fee claim appeal for 705 Princeton Ave.

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates on financial status. The agenda also includes reports on various programs and ongoing projects.

• Financial status update
• South MLK CIA Fellow program update
• Lansing CARES program update
• Sunrise Grant Program – Ingham County update
• One&All program update

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors will meet to approve meeting minutes from September 10, 2021. The board is also scheduled to take action on a contract with Kramer Management Group.

• Contract with Kramer Management Group
• Approval of September 10, 2021, meeting minutes

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) Board of Directors. The board will review and approve minutes from the September 10, 2021, meeting.

• Approval of September 10, 2021, meeting minutes

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will review resolutions for several board appointments and discuss orders to make properties safe or demolish them. The meeting also includes updates regarding Auto Zone and the Moores Park neighborhood.

• Reappointment of Ayanna Neal and Jacqueline Straub to Community Corrections Advisory Board
• Appointment of Andrew Abood to the Board of Police Commissioners
• Show Cause Hearing for property at 4108 Deerfield regarding safety or demolition orders
• Orders to Make Safe or Demolish for 4511 S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
• Updates on Auto Zone and Moores Park neighborhood

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider an appointment to the Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board. The committee will also review a claim appeal for $1,592 in trash fees at 705 Princeton Ave.

• Appointment of Cordelia Black to the Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board
• Claim appeal for Sunset Realty LLC regarding $1,592 in trash fees at 705 Princeton Ave

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The meeting includes reviews of August financials and proposals for stadium maintenance funding. The Board will also consider contracts for stadium improvements involving C2AE, Musco Lighting, and Superior Electric.

• Approval of contract with C2AE for stadium improvements
• Approval of contract with Musco Lighting for stadium improvements
• Bid award to Superior Electric for stadium lighting work
• Proposal regarding non-profit organization funding for stadium maintenance
• Proposal to rename Lansing Center Boardroom 2 as the James W. Butler III Boardroom

Election Commission

The Election Commission will address items regarding the upcoming November 2, 2021, election. This includes establishing an AV counting board and assigning election inspectors. The agenda also includes ward apportionment.

• Establishment of AV Counting Board for November 2, 2021 Election
• Assignment of Election Inspectors for November 2, 2021 Election
• Ward Apportionment

Committee on Ways and Means

The committee will consider grant acceptances for police programs and a streamgage installation on Sycamore Creek. Discussion is also scheduled regarding federal funding spending for hazard pay and the hiring of additional social workers.

• Project Safe Neighborhood Grant for Lansing Youth Football League backpacks
• Donation to upgrade LPD Special Tactics and Rescue Team ballistic shields
• U.S. Geological Survey Grant for a streamgage on Sycamore Creek
• Update on federal funding spending regarding hazard pay
• Hiring process for additional social workers

Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board

The Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board will meet on September 28, 2021. The agenda includes a closed session to review proposals for Racial Equity Grants.

• Closed meeting for Racial Equity Grant Proposals
• Approval of July 27, 2021, meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light will consider resolutions regarding health care premiums and audited financial statements. The meeting also includes committee reports and communications regarding tree maintenance.

• PA 152 Health Care Premium Sharing resolution
• Acceptance of the 2021 Audited Financial Statements
• Advanced Distribution Management System Capital Project Exceedance
• Communications regarding tree removal and trimming

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board will discuss the Mayor’s Report on Racial, Justice and Equality Alliance. The meeting also includes an educational presentation by Lt. Matthew Kreft and an administrative report from Interim Chief Ellery Sosebee.

• Review of Mayor's Report on Racial, Justice and Equality Alliance
• Approval of August 17, 2021 meeting minutes
• Educational presentation by Lt. Matthew Kreft
• Administrative report from Interim Chief Ellery Sosebee

Employees' Retirement System

The City of Lansing Employees’ Retirement System Board meeting scheduled for September 21, 2021, has been cancelled. The notice contains only the cancellation announcement.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding budget policies and priorities for fiscal year 2022/2023. This session provides an opportunity for public input or questions on agenda items.

• Resolution - Budget Policies and Priorities - FY 2022/2023

City Council

The Lansing City Council will consider budget priorities for the 2022/2023 fiscal year. The agenda also includes an ordinance to establish an Arts and Culture Commission and several tax agreement votes for apartment developments.

• Ordinance to establish an Arts and Culture Commission
• Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreements for multiple apartment projects
• Budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2022/2023
• Noise special permit request for I-496 freeway reconstruction
• Grant acceptance for a Sycamore Creek streamgage

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider several grant acceptances and donation approvals. The committee will also review sole source purchase requests for recruiting vendors to find a new Police Chief and Fire Chief.

• Project Safe Neighborhood Grant for Lansing Youth Football League backpacks
• Donation for LPD Special Tactics and Rescue Team ballistic shields
• USGS grant for a streamgage on Sycamore Creek
• FDCVT Grant for the Core Switches Project
• Sole source purchase requests for Police Chief and Fire Chief recruitment vendors

Committee on City Operations

The committee will consider setting a public hearing for an MDOT request to allow construction noise during I-496 freeway reconstruction. Members will also hold a discussion on budget priorities.

• Public hearing for MDOT noise special permit (I-496 reconstruction)
• Discussion of budget priorities

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The committee will discuss budget priorities for fiscal year 2022-2023. Members will also consider resolutions to introduce ordinance amendments that would establish a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Board and an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Advisory Board.

• Resolution regarding FY 2022-2023 budget priorities
• Ordinance amendment to create a DEI Advisory Board (Chapter 256)
• Ordinance amendment to create an EDI Advisory Board (Chapter 265)

Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss budget priorities for fiscal year 2022/2023. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding the Lansing School District and the establishment of an Arts and Culture Commission.

• Resolution to establish Arts and Culture Commission (Chapter 266)
• Resolution supporting Lansing School District and Board of Education
• Discussion on FY 2022/2023 budget priorities
• Lansing School District update presentation

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review the July 12, 2021, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes discussion regarding the 2021 CLG Grant and historic preservation outreach.

• Approval of July 12, 2021, minutes
• 2021 CLG Grant
• Historic Preservation Outreach

City Council

The Lansing City Council will vote on several Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreements for apartment developments. The agenda also includes the introduction of an Arts and Culture Commission ordinance and vendor selections for Police and Fire Chief searches.

• Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreements for properties on W. Kalamazoo St, Townsend St, S. Cedar St, and W. Jolly Rd
• Sole source purchases for Police Chief and Fire Chief recruitment vendors
• Ordinance to establish an Arts and Culture Commission
• Grant acceptance for the STOP Violence Against Women 2022 program
• Amendments to the Form Based Zoning Code

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will review financial updates and program progress. The board is scheduled to take action on a micro-loan request for Sweet Encounters. Updates will also be provided regarding Lansing CARES and the Sunrise Grant Program.

• Sweet Encounters LEDC Micro-Loan Request (ACTION)
• Financial update
• Lansing CARES program update
• Sunrise Grant Program – Ingham County update

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will review financial updates and previous meeting minutes. The board is scheduled to vote on a reimbursement for pedway improvements and a brownfield loan for the Lansing Shuffleboard & Social Club at Market Place #52.

• Reimbursement of Pedway Improvements at Market Place #52
• Lansing Shuffleboard & Social Club Brownfield Loan for Market Place #52
• Financial update
• Approval of August 6, 2021, meeting minutes

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from the August 6, 2021 meeting and receive a financial update. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Approval of TIFA Board Meeting Minutes from August 6, 2021
• Update on Financials

Employees' Retirement System

The Board of Trustees will review membership changes and retirement requests. This includes a report on $2,023,781.40 in retirement allowances paid during August 2021. The board will also consider a regular age and service retirement request for Ricardo Gomez.

• $2,023,781.40 in retirement allowances paid for August 2021
• Retirement request for Ricardo Gomez (Public Service – UAW)
• Pending disability application #2021 – E0615

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Board will review retirement applications for fire and police personnel. The Secretary's report details August 2021 retirement allowances totaling $2,955,366.41. The agenda also includes pending disability retirement requests and contribution refunds.

• Retirement application for Michael J. Mulder (Fire)
• August 2021 retirement allowances totaling $2,955,366.41
• Refund request of $11,978.18 for Yamel Marmoiejos-Tolentino
• Pending duty disability retirement requests

Committee on Ways and Means

The committee will consider resolutions to accept federal housing and violence prevention grants. The agenda also includes a review of a sole source purchase request for school crossing guard services and discussion of 2022/2023 budget priorities.

• Resolution to accept HUD Continuum of Care grant
• Resolution to accept STOP Violence Against Women Grant - 2022
• Sole source purchase request for All City Management Services school crossing guard services
• Discussion of 2022/2023 budget priorities

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board will review monthly financials and committee reports. Discussion items include parking, development projects, and the need for a comprehensive downtown development plan.

• Parking discussion
• Need for Comprehensive Downtown Development Plan & Target Market Analysis
• Downtown business and development update
• Monthly financials review
• Downtown maintenance update

Board of Public Service

The agenda consists of procedural business and division reports. No specific action items, contracts, or ordinances are listed.

• Approval of August 12, 2021 minutes
• Fleet Division report

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will discuss resolutions regarding 'make safe or demolish' orders at 4511 S MLK Jr. Blvd and 125 E. Mt. Hope. The agenda also includes updates concerning Auto Zone and Moores Park neighborhood lighting and cameras.

• Resolution for 'make safe or demolish' orders at 4511 S MLK Jr. Blvd
• Resolution for 'make safe or demolish' orders at 125 E. Mt. Hope
• City Attorney update regarding Auto Zone
• Update on cameras, lighting, and maps for Moores Park Neighborhood

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider a fireworks display license and a claim appeal regarding trash removal fees. The committee will also review minutes from the August 18, 2021 meeting.

• Fireworks Display License for Melrose Pyrotechnics Inc. at Jackson National Life Stadium
• Claim appeal for $640.50 in trash removal fees at 1532 Illinois Ave.

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The committee will review the minutes from the August 11, 2021 meeting. Members will also discuss a resolution regarding budget priorities for FY2022/2023 and an ordinance amendment to Chapter 658.

• Ordinance amendment to replace 'willful annoyance' in Chapter 658, Section 658.03
• Resolution regarding budget priorities for FY2022/2023

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board will review July 2021 minutes and receive a report from Fire Chief Greg Martin. This report includes updates on the City 311 project and upcoming retirements and promotions within the department.

• City 311 project update
• Fire Marshal Barrera retirement ceremony
• Department retirements and promotions
• Social media discussion

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider several Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) ordinances. These items involve developments at 1900 S. Cedar St., 505 Townsend Street, 519 W. Kalamazoo Street, and 201 W. Jolly Rd.

• PILOT ordinance for Walter French (1900 S. Cedar St.)
• PILOT ordinance for The Porter Apartments (505 Townsend Street)
• PILOT ordinance for The Apartments West (519 W. Kalamazoo Street)
• PILOT ordinance for Cedar Place (201 W. Jolly Rd.)

Election Commission

The Lansing Election Commission will meet to discuss preparations for the November 2, 2021 City General Election. The agenda includes consideration of precinct consolidations and approval of election ballots.

• Consideration of precinct consolidations for the November 2, 2021 City General Election
• Approval of ballots for the November 2, 2021 City General Election

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will review minutes from July 14, 2021, and discuss an ethics training video. The meeting includes updates regarding Turner Mini-Park, Beacon Park, MNRTF presentation, and RT grants.

• Ethics Training Video
• Turner Mini-Park updates
• Beacon Park updates
• MNRTF presentation
• RT grants

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will review a resolution for a show cause hearing regarding 4511 S MLK Jr. Blvd. The committee will also receive an update from the City Attorney regarding Auto Zone and discuss cameras, lighting, and maps in the Moores Park neighborhood.

• Show cause hearing resolution for property at 4511 S MLK Jr. Blvd
• City Attorney update regarding Auto Zone
• Moores Park Neighborhood updates on cameras, lighting, and maps

Committee on Development & Planning

The committee will review minutes from the August 3, 2021 meeting. A resolution is proposed for the appointment of Amanda Defrees to the South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Corridor Improvement Authority Board of Directors.

• Appointment of Amanda Defrees to the South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Corridor Improvement Authority Board of Directors

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding service charges in lieu of taxes for Apartments West, Walter French, and Cedar Place. The agenda also includes orders to make safe or demolish properties on E. Mt. Hope Avenue and S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Additionally, the council will review grant acceptances and a fee reduction for NSF checks.

• Ordinances for service charges in lieu of taxes at Apartments West, Walter French, and Cedar Place
• Orders to make safe or demolish properties at 125 E. Mt. Hope Avenue and 4511 S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
• Sole source purchase for School Crossing Guard Services from All City Management Services
• Fee reduction for Non-sufficient Funds (NSF) checks
• Acceptance of the STOP Violence Against Women Grant and HUD Continuum of Care Grant

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider a resolution to reduce Non-sufficient Funds (NSF) check fees. The committee will also review the acceptance of the Financially Distressed Cities, Villages, and Townships (FDCVT) grant. Additionally, a notification regarding legal services for the Lansing Police Department will be placed on file.

• Resolution to reduce Non-sufficient Funds (NSF) check fees
• Resolution to accept the Financially Distressed Cities, Villages, and Townships (FDCVT) grant
• Sole source purchase notification for Blue Line Law Firm legal services for LPD

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider the reappointment of Nancy Mahlow to the Board of Public Service. The proposed term for this position expires June 30, 2025.

• Reappointment of Nancy Mahlow to the Board of Public Service (PEND-2620)

Employees' Retirement System

The joint meeting of the ERS and P&F Retirement System Boards includes reviewing official minutes and membership changes. The boards will also consider several applications for age and service retirement, as well as disability retirement requests.

• Retirement applications for five fire department members and two employee system members
• $2,982,117.96 in P&F retirement allowances paid for July 2021
• $2,035,939.42 in ERS retirement allowances paid for July 2021
• Review of quarterly employee contributions and system invoices
• Investment performance reports from Asset Consulting Group

Police & Fire Retirement System

The boards will review applications for regular age and service retirement for both the Police and Fire and Employees’ Retirement Systems. They will also review secretary reports regarding membership changes, deaths, and monthly retirement allowances. Additionally, the meeting includes a discussion on investment performance.

• Retirement applications for five Police and Fire members including Jacob Atwood and James F. Cherry, Jr.
• Retirement applications for two Employees’ Retirement System members (Chad Gamble and Alexander Smith).
• July 2021 P&F retirement allowances totaling $2,982,117.96.
• July 2021 ERS retirement allowances totaling $2,035,939.42.
• Review of 2nd Quarter and July investment performance.

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will review traffic requests and discuss speed limits on city and state-regulated streets. The meeting also includes reports from the Traffic Engineering and Wastewater divisions.

• Review and approval of traffic requests
• Discussion of speed limits on city and state-regulated streets
• Reports from the Traffic Engineering and Wastewater divisions

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board will review monthly financials and committee reports. The meeting includes discussions regarding a comprehensive downtown development plan and target market analysis. Members will also address parking and various downtown development projects.

• Discussion of Downtown & DLI Strategic Plan
• Review of monthly financials
• Downtown maintenance update from Lake State
• Discussion regarding downtown development projects
• Discussion regarding parking

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider a show cause hearing regarding orders to make safe or demolish the property at 1113 W. Saginaw. The committee will also receive updates from the City Attorney regarding Auto Zone and an update from the Lansing Police Department.

• Show Cause Hearing for 1113 W. Saginaw (PEND-2616)
• Update from City Attorney regarding Auto Zone
• LPD update from July 29 meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests regarding yard materials. These include artificial turf at 1218 Theodore Street and mulch at 804 W. Shiawassee Street. The board will also approve minutes from the June 10, 2021 meeting.

• Variance for artificial turf at 1218 Theodore Street
• Variance for mulch at 804 W. Shiawassee Street
• Approval of June 10, 2021 meeting minutes

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will consider resolutions regarding budget priorities for the 2022/2023 fiscal year. The agenda also includes a resolution for Amaia Alysse Edmonds Gift of Life Day.

• Resolution regarding FY2022/2023 budget priorities and Advance Peace Initiative funding
• Resolution for Amaia Alysse Edmonds Gift of Life Day in Lansing
• Approval of June 16, 2021, and July 28, 2021, meeting minutes

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will review communications regarding a code compliance violation notice at 1117 Woodbine Ave. The agenda also includes an affidavit of disclosure and a statement of financial interest for Department of Police employees.

• Code compliance communication regarding 1117 Woodbine Ave
• Affidavit of Disclosure: Mande Beasinger, Department of Police
• Statement of Financial Interest: Ellesy Sosebee, Department of Police

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will discuss or act on a resolution regarding emergency carryforwards for the 2020/2021 fiscal year. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 16, 2021.

• Resolution for Emergency Carryforwards FY 2020/2021

Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider a resolution to set a public hearing regarding a TEFRA Bond for the Lansing Charter Academy. The agenda also includes presentations on Rank Choice Voting and a closed session to discuss pending litigation with the City Attorney.

• Presentation on Rank Choice Voting by James R. Lancaster and Barb Byrum
• Resolution to set a public hearing for the Lansing Charter Academy TEFRA Bond
• Closed session to consult with the City Attorney regarding pending litigation

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will discuss the 2021 CLG Grant and historic preservation outreach. The meeting also includes an update on commission membership.

• Approval of July 12, 2021, minutes
• 2021 CLG Grant discussion
• Historic preservation outreach
• Commission membership update

City Council

The council will consider a sole source purchase of legal consultation for the police department and noise permits for I-496 reconstruction. The agenda also includes ordinance amendments regarding harassment and several property PILOT agreements.

• Claim appeal for $8,890 in trash fees at 1040 N. Cedar St.
• Sole source purchase of legal consultation from Blue Line Law Firm for the LPD
• Noise special permit request from MDOT for I-496 reconstruction
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 658 regarding threats and harassment
• PILOT agreements for properties including 519 W. Kalamazoo Street

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will review financial updates and hold a discussion regarding the ERRD Quarterly Report #2. The meeting also includes program updates for Lansing CARES, the Sunrise Grant Program, and One&All.

• Approval of July 9, 2021 minutes
• Financial update
• ERRD Quarterly Report #2 discussion
• Lansing CARES program update
• Sunrise Grant Program – Ingham County update

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The LBRA Board of Directors will consider several actions regarding redevelopment plans. This includes a budget adjustment for 500 Block Plan #77 and updated reimbursement agreements for 501 and 503 S. Capitol LLC. The board will also address a reimbursement assignment for 930 W. Holmes.

• Budget line-item adjustment for 500 Block Plan #77
• Amended reimbursement agreement for 501 S. Capitol LLC
• Amended reimbursement agreement for 503 S. Capitol LLC
• Reimbursement assignment for Plan #74 at 930 W. Holmes

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) Board of Directors meeting consists only of procedural items. The board will review and approve minutes from the July 9, 2021, board and informational meetings.

• Approval of July 9, 2021, TIFA Board Meeting Minutes
• Approval of July 9, 2021, TIFA Informational Meeting #2 Minutes

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider an appointment to the Park Board and a community funding application for Eastside Summer Fest. The committee will also review a claim appeal regarding $8,890 in trash fees at 1040 N. Cedar St.

• Appointment of Kristiane James to the Park Board
• Community Funding Application for Eastside Summer Fest
• Claim appeal for $8,890 in trash fees at 1040 N. Cedar St.
• Code compliance violation notice at 1117 Woodbine Ave.

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider introducing resolutions to establish Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) programs. These items include setting public hearings for several residential developments.

• PILOT resolution for The Porter Apartments at 505 Townsend Street
• PILOT resolution for The Apartments West at 519 W. Kalamazoo Street
• PILOT resolution for Walter French at 1900 S. Cedar St.
• PILOT resolution for Cedar Place at 201 W. Jolly Rd.

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider a resolution regarding make safe or demolish orders for the property at 125 E. Mt. Hope. The committee will also receive updates from the City Attorney regarding Auto Zone and from the Lansing Police Department regarding Operation Slow Down.

• Resolution for make safe or demolish orders at 125 E. Mt. Hope
• City Attorney update regarding Auto Zone
• LPD update regarding Operation Slow Down
• LPD update from the July 15 committee meeting

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will discuss an ordinance amendment to Chapter 658. Members will also discuss gun safety and additional funding for the Advance Peace Initiative. The committee will also discuss Annual Amaia Alysse Edmonds Day.

• Introduction and public hearing setting for Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 658, Section 658.03
• Discussion of Annual Amaia Alysse Edmonds Day
• Discussion regarding additional funding for Advance Peace Initiative
• Discussion on gun safety

Election Commission

The Lansing Election Commission will perform a public test of equipment for the upcoming August 3, 2021, election. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes and accepting public comment.

• Public test of equipment for the August 3, 2021 election
• Approval of July 6, 2021, meeting minutes

Election Commission

The Lansing Election Commission will conduct a public test of equipment for the upcoming August 3, 2021, election. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 6, 2021, and a period for public comment.

• Public test of equipment for the August 3, 2021 election
• Approval of July 6, 2021, meeting minutes

Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of May 25, 2021, minutes. The agenda also includes various committee and director reports.

• Approval of May 25, 2021, minutes
• Committee reports from Program, Budget, Policy, and Complaint committees

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light will conduct elections for fiscal year 2021-2022 officers. The agenda also includes reappointments for several charter positions and a discussion regarding a collective bargaining agreement with IBEW Local 352.

• Election of FY 2021-2022 officers
• Collective Bargaining Agreement between BWL & IBEW, AFL-CIO, Local 352
• Reappointment of Corporate Secretary, General Manager, and Internal Auditor
• FY 2021-2022 Internal Auditor Audit Plan
• Resignation statement from Commissioner Ken Ross

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a Racial Justice and Equity Plan and potential charter amendments regarding ranked choice voting and the elimination of primary elections. The agenda also includes an appointment to the Board of Water and Light and the ratification of Teamsters Local 214 collective bargaining agreements.

• Resolution for Racial Justice and Equity Plan
• Discussion on ranked choice voting ballot language
• Appointment of Semone James to the Board of Water and Light
• Ratification of Teamsters Local 214 collective bargaining agreements
• Montgomery Drain Drainage District intergovernmental agreement

City Council

The Lansing City Council will review several items including racial justice plans and labor agreements. The council will also consider ordinances for Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for various apartment developments. Additionally, the agenda includes grant acceptances and liquor license transfers.

• Ordinances to establish Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for several apartment complexes
• Racial Justice and Equity Plan resolution
• Ratification of Teamsters Supervisory & Non-Supervisory Units collective bargaining agreement
• Grant acceptance for financial counseling and rental assistance integration
• Show cause hearing regarding property at 125 E. Mt. Hope Avenue

Demolition Board/Code Enforcement

The Demolition Board will meet to address roll call, minutes, and old business. The agenda includes a review of case number 2021-D001 for the property at 4108 Deerfield.

• Case No. 2021-D001: 4108 Deerfield

Ad Hoc Audit Committee

The Ad Hoc Audit Committee will meet to discuss the internal audit priorities for fiscal year 2022.

• Discussion of FY2022 Internal Audit Priorities

Board of Police Commissioners

The Lansing Board of Police Commissioners will hold its monthly meeting on July 20, 2021. The agenda includes an educational presentation from the Cold Case Unit and reports from various department officials.

• Educational presentation by Detective Shannon Thielen, Cold Case Unit
• Administrative report from Interim Chief Ellery Sosebee
• Legal update from Assistant City Attorney Mary Bowen
• Approval of June 15th, 2021 meeting minutes

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Lansing Police and Fire Retirement System Board will review duty and non-duty disability retirement applications. The meeting includes a report on June 2021 retirement allowances totaling $2,947,550.18. The board will also address a request for a refund of accumulated contributions.

• Duty disability retirement request for applicant #2021-F0519 D
• Non-duty disability retirement request for applicant #2021-F0518 ND
• Refund of accumulated contributions for Michael Lynn ($26,593.78)
• Review of June 2021 retirement allowances totaling $2,947,550.18
• Discussion regarding K2 Mauna Kea LLC investment (tabled)

Employees' Retirement System

The Lansing Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees is reviewing monthly membership updates and retirement allowances totaling $2,023,781.40 for June 2021. The meeting includes consideration of accumulated contribution refunds and reports on upcoming professional training conferences.

• Retirement allowances paid in June 2021: $2,023,781.40
• Accumulated contribution refund request for Leslie A. McCarrick ($12,313.93)
• Accumulated contribution refund request for William Tervo ($6,529.44)
• Discussion regarding K2 Mauna Kea, LLC investment

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will review resolutions for two grants and a workers compensation settlement. The committee will also discuss HUD funds for home repairs with Economic Development & Planning.

• Ratification of Workers Compensation Settlement WC#206287600991
• Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund Eviction Prevention Boost Grant resolution
• Bloomberg Philanthropies 2021 Global Mayors Challenge Champion City Grant resolution
• Discussion regarding HUD funds for home repairs

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will discuss a police commissioner appointment and building safety orders. The agenda includes updates on 'Make Safe or Demolish' orders for several properties. An update from the City Attorney regarding Auto Zone at 610 N. Cedar St. is also scheduled.

• Appointment of Damon Milton to the Board of Police Commissioners (PEND-2589)
• Orders to Make Safe or Demolish at 314 Bingham (PEND-2399)
• Update on Make Safe or Demolish for 1412 W. Ionia and 2109 Worden
• City Attorney update regarding Auto Zone at 610 N. Cedar St.

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes notice of Commissioner David Keeney's resignation. Fire Chief Greg Martin will also provide updates on equipment, safety protocols, and station maintenance.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Resignation of Commissioner David Keeney
• Turnout washer project delays at Station 44 and Station 48
• Proposed changes to overtime calculation methods
• Reinstatement of firefighter performance evaluations

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will review meeting minutes from May 12, 2021. The agenda includes discussions regarding Moores Park Memorial, Fitness Park - Maguire, and a Mayor Task Force.

• Moores Park Memorial discussion
• Fitness Park - Maguire discussion
• Mayor Task Force discussion
• Moores Park Pool update

Committee of the Whole

The committee will review LBWL budget forecasts and a library annual report presentation. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding board reappointments and changes to city charter election methods.

• LBWL FY 2022-2027 Budget & Capital Forecast
• Charter Amendment for Rank Choice Voting
• Charter Amendment for Elimination of Primary Elections
• Reappointments of 19 individuals to various Boards and Commissions
• Teamster 243 Memorandums of Understanding

Historic District Commission

The Lansing Historic District Commission will meet virtually to discuss the 2021 CLG Grant and historic preservation outreach. The commission will also review minutes from the June 14, 2021 meeting. A public hearing is scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of June 14, 2021, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding 2021 CLG Grant
• Historic preservation outreach discussion
• Scheduled public hearing

City Council

The Lansing City Council is reviewing ballot proposals to implement ranked choice voting and eliminate city primary elections. The council will also consider collective bargaining agreements with Teamster 243 unions and several grant acceptances.

• Ballot proposal for Ranked Choice Voting in city elections
• Ballot proposal to eliminate city primary elections
• Collective bargaining agreements with Teamster 243 Supervisory and Clerical unions
• $8,890 trash fee claim appeal for 1040 N. Cedar St.
• Liquor license transfer for Lansing Shuffleboard LL LLC at 325 Riverfront Drive

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) is holding an informational meeting to discuss its goals and projects. The provided agenda does not list specific projects, contracts, or decisions for consideration.

• Information on TIFA goals and projects
• Public comment period

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will review financial updates and program progress. The meeting includes a vote on an economic development analysis contract and a budget amendment.

• Approval of Economic Development Analysis Contract between LBA and LEDC
• FY2021/2022 Budget Amendment for Economic Analysis Study
• South Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd CIA fellowship position update
• Saginaw Street CIA grant application update
• Updates on Lansing CARES and Sunrise Grant Program

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The LBRA will review a presentation regarding the Collins Road Corridor Streetscape Plan process. The board is also scheduled to act on amended agreements for the Capital City Market Brownfield Plan #75.

• Collins Road Corridor Streetscape Plan Proposal #2
• Amended Reimbursement Agreement for Capital City Market Brownfield Plan #75 Amendment 2
• Amended Interlocal Agreement with Lansing TIFA for Capital City Market Brownfield Plan #75 Amendment 2

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) Board of Directors will meet to approve the June 4, 2021, meeting minutes. The board will also consider an action item regarding an amended Interlocal Agreement with Lansing BRA for Capital City Market Brownfield Plan #75 Amendment 2.

• Approval of Amended Interlocal Agreement with Lansing BRA (Capital City Market Brownfield Plan #75 Amendment 2)
• Approval of TIFA Board Meeting Minutes from June 4, 2021

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. board will discuss the organization's strategic plan and various downtown development projects. The meeting also includes updates on maintenance, Old Town, and a potential new office and incubator space.

• Downtown & DLI Strategic Plan discussion
• Update on Downtown Development Projects
• New DLI Office & Incubator Space discussion
• Downtown Maintenance Update from Lake State
• Business update from Linn & Owen Jewelers

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will meet to elect officers and consider FY 22/23 budget resolutions. The agenda also includes a discussion on a resolution regarding the Income Tax Repeal Bill.

• Election of officers
• FY 22/23 budget resolutions
• Resolution for the Income Tax Repeal Bill
• Welcome new 4th Ward Member Gregory R. Frens

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will review the draft minutes from June 16, 2021. The committee is also scheduled to discuss a resolution regarding a liquor license transfer and new license at 325 Riverfront Drive.

• Liquor license approval for Lansing Shuffleboard LLC at 325 Riverfront Drive
• Review of June 16, 2021, draft minutes

Election Commission

The Lansing Election Commission will discuss preparations for the upcoming August 3, 2021 election. This includes establishing an absentee voter counting board and assigning election inspectors.

• Establishment of AV Counting Board for August 3, 2021 Election
• Assignment of Election Inspectors for August 3, 2021 Election

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider a resolution to accept a grant from Priority Health and the National Fitness Campaign for the Parks and Recreation Department. The committee will also review authorization for using electronic (ACH) transactions.

• Grant acceptance: Priority Health and National Fitness Campaign Grant (PEND-2569)
• Authorization to use electronic (ACH) transactions (PEND-2572)
• Approval of June 18, 2021, meeting minutes

Committee on Public Safety

The committee will consider a resolution regarding orders to make safe or demolish the property at 314 Bingham. Members are also scheduled to receive an update on the Moores Park neighborhood.

• Resolution for orders to make safe or demolish 314 Bingham
• Update on Moores Park Neighborhood

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review May financial reports and approve minutes from the May 25, 2021 meeting. The agenda also includes officer nominations for FY21-22 and a CEO evaluation.

• Officer Nominations for FY21-22
• CEO Evaluation
• May Financials presentation
• Approval of May 25, 2021 minutes

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review May financial presentations and consider nominations for Board officers for FY21-22. The agenda also includes a CEO evaluation.

• Board of Commissioners Officer Nominations FY21-22
• CEO Evaluation
• May Financials presentation

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the city's general fund status and sewer enterprise bond rating update. The committee will also consider a budget amendment for the 2020/2021 fiscal year and Public Act 425 agreements with DeWitt Township.

• Appointment of Maureen Saxton to Lansing Entertainment & Public Services Authority
• FY 2020/2021 Year End Budget Resolution (PEND-2560)
• Public Act 425 Agreement with DeWitt Township
• General Fund Status Report and Vacancy Factor Report
• Bond Rating Update for the City of Lansing Sewer Enterprise

City Council

The council will vote on ordinance amendments regarding public conduct, tree protection, and fire codes. The agenda also includes grant acceptances for police and parks, and property demolition orders.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 664 regarding loud and boisterous conduct
• Ordinance to change penalties for climbing or defacing trees to civil infractions
• Fiscal Year 2020-2021 year-end budget resolution
• Public Act 425 agreements with DeWitt Township
• Orders to make safe or demolish properties at 1412 W. Ionia Street and 2109 Worden

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider a grant application for Community Corrections Program subcontracts for fiscal year 2021-2022. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding an overview of the Lansing Police Department Cold Case Unit.

• Grant Application: Ingham County/City of Lansing Community Corrections Program Subcontracts (FY 2021-2022)
• Discussion: Lansing Police Department Cold Case Unit Overview

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The Board of Directors will review the April 15, 2021 meeting minutes. The meeting includes presentations from the City of Lansing Development and Planning Office and discussions regarding SMLK planning surveys.

• Approval of April 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• City of Lansing Development and Planning Office presentation
• Development and Real Estate Presentation
• SMLK Planning Survey Discussions
• Fellowship Position Overview

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority will review the FY2020/FY2021 amended budget and the FY2021/FY2022 budget. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding neighborhood grants.

• Approval of May 2021 meeting minutes
• Action on SSCIA FY2020/FY2021 amended budget
• Action on SSCIA FY2021/FY2022 budget
• Neighborhood grant discussion
• Electronic meeting updates

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light is considering a resolution to adopt a final project plan for water system improvements. The meeting also includes manager's remarks and opportunities for public comment.

• Resolution adopting a final project plan for water system improvements and designating an authorized project representative

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider resolutions for a fireworks display license and several liquor license applications. The agenda also includes an appointment to the Board of Public Service and a claim appeal regarding trash violation fees.

• Fireworks Display License for Great Lakes Fireworks
• Liquor license transfer for Acapulco Grill at 300 North Clippert
• Liquor license application for Ocean Crab Inc. at 727 E. Miller Rd.
• Appointment of Gregory Frens to the Board of Public Service
• $490 trash violation fee claim appeal for 320 Haag Ct.

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will consider an ordinance amendment to Chapter 658, Section 658.03. The committee is scheduled to introduce a resolution and set a public hearing regarding changes to 'willful annoyance' language.

• Ordinance amendment for Chapter 658, Section 658.03 regarding 'willful annoyance' language
• Review of May 19, 2021, meeting minutes

Police & Fire Retirement System

The board will review retirement applications for two police officers and disability retirement requests. A report shows $2,937,054.46 in retirement allowances were paid in May 2021. The agenda also includes discussions on investment policy statements and performance reports.

• Retirement applications for Chad Frazier and Daryl Green
• Report of $2,937,054.46 in retirement allowances paid in May 2021
• Review of duty and non-duty disability retirement requests
• Discussion regarding investment policy statements and performance reports

Employees' Retirement System

The board is reviewing retirement requests and non-duty disability applications. The Secretary's Report notes that March 2021 retirement allowances totaled $2,022,174.75. The meeting also includes discussions regarding investment policy and performance.

• Retirement requests for Colleen Carrier, Randal S. Hannan, and Katherine M. Prange
• Non-duty disability request for applicant #2021 — E0615
• Review of May performance reports from Asset Consulting Group
• Discussion on Investment Policy Statements and Equity Long/Short strategies

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will discuss an update regarding the appointment of Maureen Saxton. The committee will also consider a resolution for Michael McKissic's appointment as an At-Large Member to the EDC, TIFA, and Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority boards.

• Update on the appointment of Maureen Saxton to EDC/TIFA/Brownfield
• Resolution for Michael McKissic's appointment as At-Large Member to EDC, TIFA, and Brownfield boards

Board of Police Commissioners

The meeting includes an educational presentation on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design by Dr. Linda Nubani. The board will also review May 18, 2021 minutes for approval and receive various department and committee reports.

• Approval of May 18th, 2021 meeting minutes
• Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design presentation

Historic District Commission

The commission will consider 2021 CLG Grant ideas and a potential survey of the Westside Neighborhood(s). Members will also discuss historic preservation outreach and the Emery Houses at 320-326 W Ottawa St.

• Discussion of 2021 CLG Grant ideas
• Potential survey of the Westside Neighborhood(s)
• Historic preservation outreach discussion
• Comments regarding 320-326 W Ottawa St. (Emery Houses)

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will discuss budget resolutions for fiscal year 22/23. The agenda also includes a review of memorial and street naming policies. Division officers from Fleet Services and Property Management are scheduled to provide reports.

• Discussion of FY 22/23 budget resolutions
• Review of memorial and street naming policies
• Reports from Fleet Services and Property Management divisions
• Election of officers for the July meeting

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board will meet to review financial reports and discuss the adoption of the FY 2021-2022 budget. The agenda also includes an appointment for Board Vice President and updates on downtown business, maintenance, and Old Town.

• Appointment of Board Vice President
• Adoption of FY 2021-2022 Budget
• Amendment of FY 2020-2021 Budget
• DLI Lease Update
• MEDC Vibrancy Grant discussion

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider 'Make Safe or Demolish' resolutions for properties on W. Ionia Street and Worden St. The agenda also includes an ordinance to amend the Uniform Fire Code and a discussion regarding Board of Fire Commissioner procedures.

• Resolution: Make Safe or Demolish; 1412 W. Ionia Street (PEND-2543)
• Resolution: Make Safe or Demolish; 2109 Worden St. (PEND-2545)
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 1610 - Uniform Fire Code and Standards (PEND-2541)
• Discussion on Board of Fire Commissioner Rules of Procedure

Board of Ethics

The Board will hold elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. Members will also review financial interest statements from various city employees and discuss revisions to disclosure forms. Additionally, the City Attorney will provide updates on two specific complaints.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Review of financial interest statements with disclosed items
• Review of financial interest statements with no items disclosed
• Recommended revisions to Financial Interest Forms from the Clerk’s Office
• Interim updates on Complaint 2021-002 and Complaint 2021-003

Committee of the Whole

The committee will review the General Fund Status Report for the third quarter of FY 2020/2021 and the vacancy factor report. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Chief Strategy Officer and an update on the City of Lansing Sewer Enterprise bond rating.

• General Fund Status Report (FY 2020/2021 3rd Quarter)
• Vacancy Factor Report FY 2020/2021
• Bond Rating Update for the City of Lansing Sewer Enterprise
• Chief Strategy Officer Update
• MRJEA presentation by Jonathon Butler, Esq.

City Council

The Lansing City Council is reviewing infrastructure projects, ordinance amendments, and grant acceptances. Agenda items include a road reconstruction project and the allocation of COVID-19 funds. The council will also consider property safety orders and liquor licenses.

• Alpha-Devonshire Sewer, Water Main & Road Reconstruction Project
• $14,476 claim for trash removal fees at 3222 S. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. #M
• Solar power installation grant for four Lansing Community Centers
• Ordinance amendments regarding penalties for tree defacing and animals on grassplots
• Liquor license approval for Salt Brewing Company, LLC at 517 W. Ionia Street

Election Commission

The Election Commission will consider precinct consolidations and approve ballots for the August 3, 2021 City Primary. The meeting also includes approval of April minutes and a period for public comment.

• Consideration of precinct consolidations for the August 3, 2021 City Primary
• Approval of ballots for the August 3, 2021 City Primary

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider several resolutions at its June 4 meeting. Proposed actions include accepting grants for solar power assessments at four community centers and amendments to COVID-19 fund allocations. The committee will also review two workers' compensation settlements.

• Solar power assessment grant for four Lansing Community Centers (PEND-2540)
• CDBG, HOME, and ESG grant amendment for third allocation of COVID-19 funds (PEND-2553)
• Workers' compensation settlement for claim # 206287601126 (PEND-2550)
• Workers' compensation settlement for claim #206287601218

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider a resolution to support updates to Michigan's Solid Waste Law. The committee will also review a claim appeal regarding trash removal fees and receive an update on the Frances Park trail.

• Resolution to support updating Part 115 of Michigan's Solid Waste Law (PEND-2549)
• Claim appeal for $14,476 in trash removal fees at 3222 S Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #M (PEND-2537)
• Update on the Frances Park trail along the river

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider a resolution to vacate the N. Eighth Street right-of-way between E. Michigan Avenue and Jerome Street. The committee will also review an update regarding Maureen Saxton's appointment to the Economic Development Corporation, Tax Increment Finance, and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority.

• Resolution to vacate N. Eighth Street right-of-way between E. Michigan Avenue and Jerome Street
• Appointment update for Maureen Saxton to the Economic Development Corporation/TIF/Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

Planning Commission

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding Form Based Zoning Code Amendments. The agenda also includes discussions on property acquisitions for park land, non-motorized pathways, and the sale of city-owned properties.

• Public hearing: Form Based Zoning Code Amendments
• Property acquisitions for Park land (Act-4-2021)
• Property acquisitions for Non-Motorized Pathway (Act-5-2021)
• Sale of City-Owned Properties (Act-6-2021)

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light will review reports from the Human Resources, Executive, Finance, and Committee of the Whole committees. Action items include a salary adjustment for a charter appointed employee and a 2021 corporate sustainability resolution. The board will also consider recommendations for the 2021 external auditor.

• Salary adjustment for a charter appointed employee
• Corporate Sustainability 2021 Resolution
• BWL 2021 External Auditor Recommendation

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will discuss a resolution regarding orders to make safe or demolish 314 Bingham. The committee will also receive an update on Woodbridge Manor.

• Resolution for orders to make safe or demolish 314 Bingham (PEND-2399)
• Update regarding Woodbridge Manor

Demolition Board/Code Enforcement

The Lansing Demolition Board will meet to discuss several property cases under old and new business. The agenda includes reviews of specific addresses and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Case No. 2021-D001: 4108 Deerfield
• Case No. 2020-D003: 3601 Glenbrook
• Case No. 2021-D006: 4511 S. Martin Luther King BLVD
• Case No. 2021-D007: 125 E. MT. Hope

Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board

The Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board will review committee reports and address new business items. The agenda includes a discussion on the Homelessness Ad Hoc Committee and a vote regarding Cheryl Tennis's resignation. The board will also consider 2021 meeting formats.

• Homelessness Ad Hoc Committee
• Vote to accept the resignation of Cheryl Tennis
• Discussion of virtual or in-person meeting formats for 2021

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light will review committee reports and approve minutes from recent meetings. Action items include a salary adjustment for a charter-appointed employee and the 2021 Corporate Sustainability Resolution.

• Salary Adjustment – Charter Appointed Employee
• Corporate Sustainability 2021 Resolution
• BWL 2021 External Auditor Recommendation

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider resolutions for a liquor license at 517 W. Ionia Street and a claim appeal regarding trash removal fees. The committee will also discuss the Alpha-Devonshire infrastructure project and receive an update on the Frances Park trail.

• Alpha-Devonshire Sewer, Water Main & Road Reconstruction Project (PEND-2531)
• Claim appeal for $4,946 in trash removal fees at 816 West Shiawassee St. (PEND-2532)
• Liquor license approval for Salt Brewing Company, LLC at 517 W. Ionia Street (PEND-2526)
• Update on the Frances Park trail along the river

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is reviewing proposed changes to several city ordinances. These proposals include repealing criminal misdemeanors related to closed parks and public peace. The committee will also discuss amendments regarding tree protection and park usage rules.

• Repeal ordinance prohibiting persons in closed parks (PEND-2299)
• Repeal ordinance regarding disturbing public peace with loud conduct (PEND-2308)
• Amend ordinance regarding defacing or destroying city trees (PEND-2324)
• Amend ordinance regarding animals, vehicles, or bicycles in parks (PEND-2326)

Employees' Retirement System

The joint meeting of the Employees' Retirement System and Police and Fire Retirement System Boards will review membership reports and retirement applications. The boards will also hear reports on investment performance and legal counsel. The agenda includes reviewing monthly retirement allowance payments for April 2021.

• Review of retirement applications for Donald Porter, Rick Hill, and Amy Mugnolo
• April 2021 retirement allowance payments of $2,929,812.21 (P&F) and $2,020,362.08 (ERS)
• Requests for duty disability and non-duty disability retirements
• Trustee election for the Employees' Retirement System
• Investment performance reports from Asset Consulting Group and K2

Police & Fire Retirement System

The joint meeting of the Police and Fire Retirement System and the Employees’ Retirement System includes reviews of recent membership changes. The boards will consider several applications for regular age and service retirement, as well as requests for disability retirement. Additionally, the boards will review quarterly expense reports and investment performance updates.

• April 2021 P&F retirement allowances totaling $2,929,812.21
• April 2021 ERS retirement allowances totaling $2,020,362.08
• Retirement applications for Donald Porter, Rick Hill, and Amy Mugnolo
• Requests for duty and non-duty disability retirement
• Review of quarterly expense reports and investment performance

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider an amendment to Brownfield Plan #75 regarding the Capital City Market. The committee will also review the appointment of Maureen Saxton to the Economic Development Corporation.

• Amendment to Brownfield Plan #75 for Capital City Market and 637 E Michigan Ave
• Appointment of Maureen Saxton to the Economic Development Corporation/TIF/Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

Board of Police Commissioners

The Lansing Board of Police Commissioners will hold a monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes an educational presentation by Rosalind Arch and various committee reports. No specific new ordinances or contracts are detailed in this agenda.

• Educational presentation by Rosalind Arch (C.A.R.E.)
• Approval of April 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Administrative report from Chief Daryl Green
• Legal update from Assistant City Attorney Mary Bowen

City Council

The Lansing City Council is meeting to discuss several legislative matters, including the upcoming fiscal year budget and COVID-19 grant funds. The agenda also includes discussions on fire code amendments and polling place relocations.

• Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget (PEND-2552)
• Show Cause Hearings for 1412 W. Ionia Street and 2109 Worden
• Acceptance of COVID-19 grant funds including CDBG, HOME, and ESG (PEND-2553)
• Temporary relocation of Ward 2 polling places to Gardner School (PEND-2555)
• Noise special permit for Hoffman Bros. Inc. sewer project on North Grand River Avenue (PEND-2419)

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will review and adopt a Memorial/Street Naming Policy. The meeting includes discussions regarding budget resolutions for fiscal year 2022/2023. Division officers from Wastewater and Business, Permits, and Technical Divisions are also scheduled to report.

• Review and adoption of Memorial/Street Naming Policy
• Discussion of FY 22/23 Budget Resolutions
• Planning for June budget resolution creation
• Planning for July officer elections

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board will discuss the DLI office lease and a request for a City of Lansing earmark. The meeting also includes updates on downtown business, maintenance, and Old Town.

• DLI Office Lease discussion
• Board Vice President appointment
• Request to City of Lansing for DLI earmark
• Year-end Assessment Update
• Social Districts and Recovery Rollout discussions

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider resolutions regarding property safety orders and appointments. This includes setting hearings for 'make safe or demolish' orders at specific properties and discussing fire code amendments.

• Appointment of Mallory Willis to the Board of Fire Commissioners
• Orders to make safe or demolish 314 Bingham
• Show cause hearing for property at 2109 Worden
• Show cause hearing for property at 1412 W. Ionia Street
• Public hearing for Uniform Fire Code and Standards amendments

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will review the April 14, 2021, meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding a memorial for Moores Park and the naming of an edible park.

• Moores Park Memorial discussion
• Betancourt Memorial update
• Edible Park Naming (ANC)
• Ethics Training Video review

Board of Ethics

The Lansing Board of Ethics is reviewing Statements of Financial Interests for various city officials and employees. The board will review disclosures that include items as well as those with no items disclosed.

• Review of financial interest statements with no items disclosed for five city directors and officers
• Review of financial interest statements with items disclosed for several city council members, department heads, and the Mayor

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a budget presentation from the Chief Strategy Officer. The council will also discuss budget review, policies, and wrap-up procedures.

• Budget Presentation - Chief Strategy Officer
• Discussion on Budget Review, Policies, and Wrap Up
• Approval of May 3 and May 8, 2021 minutes

City Council

The council will review multiple ordinances aimed at repealing various criminal misdemeanors, including laws related to parks, public peace, and drug paraphernalia. The agenda also includes a noise permit for a sewer project and grant acceptances for community energy and hazard mitigation.

• Ordinances to repeal criminal misdemeanors regarding parks, public peace, and drug paraphernalia
• Noise Special Permit request from Hoffman Bros. Inc. for a North Grand River Avenue sewer project
• Liquor license approval for Salt Brewing Company, LLC at 517 W. Ionia Street
• Acceptance of the Community Energy Management Grant for solar power at community centers
• Demolition orders for properties at 2109 Worden and 1412 W. Ionia Street

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet on May 8, 2021. The agenda features a budget presentation by the Finance and Budget Directors. Public comment is also scheduled for agenda items.

• Budget Presentation from Finance and Budget Directors

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority will meet to approve the April 2021 meeting minutes. The board will also vote on accepting a neighborhood grant and a budget amendment.

• Approval of April 2021 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of Neighborhood Grant and Budget Amendment

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider ordinances regarding alcohol consumption in Frances Park and the meeting schedule for the Elected Officers Compensation Commission. The agenda also includes a sewer replacement project and a fireworks display license application.

• Ordinance to allow alcohol consumption at certain locations in Frances Park
• Ordinance for Elected Officers Compensation Commission to meet in even-numbered years
• Fireworks Display License for 505 E. Michigan Ave.
• Wet Weather Control Program Siphon 12 and Trunk Sewer Replacement Project
• Claim appeal regarding a trash fee at 2009 South Pennsylvania

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The committee will review proposals to repeal four ordinances related to drug paraphernalia, loitering, parental responsibility, and disturbing public assemblies. The agenda also includes discussion on FY2021/2022 budget policies and support for House Bill 4275.

• Repeal of ordinance regarding drug paraphernalia
• Repeal of ordinance regarding loitering near controlled substances
• Repeal of ordinance regarding parental responsibility
• Repeal of ordinance regarding disturbing public assemblies
• Resolution supporting Michigan House Bill 4275

Planning Commission

The Lansing Planning Board will meet virtually to consider new business items. These include the acceptance of a FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant (Phase 6) and a street vacation for N Eighth Street. Mayor Andy Schor is also scheduled to provide remarks.

• FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Acceptance (Phase 6)
• N Eighth Street Vacation
• Approval of February 2, 2021 minutes

Committee of the Whole

The committee will review a budget presentation from the Chief Strategy Officer. The agenda includes resolutions for CDBG budget adoption and charter amendment language regarding rank choice voting. Members will also discuss an essential services millage restoration proposal.

• CDBG Budget Adoption resolution
• Rank Choice Voting charter amendment ballot language
• Essential Services Millage Restoration Proposal
• Budget presentation by Chief Strategy Officer

City Council

The Lansing City Council is conducting a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget. The agenda also includes ballot proposals for ranked choice voting and millage restoration. Additionally, the council will consider infrastructure projects and various city contracts.

• Public hearing for the City of Lansing Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget
• Ballot proposals for Ranked Choice Voting and Essential Services Millage Restoration
• Sole source purchase for traffic stops data analysis by Dr. David Carter
• Alpha-Devonshire Sewer, Water Main & Road Reconstruction Project
• Claim appeals for trash removal fees of $4,946 and $14,476

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider a resolution for a special assessment at Glenburne Commons regarding trash and grass abatement. The committee will also review the minutes from the April 21, 2021, meeting.

• Resolution: Special Assessment; Glenburne Commons, Trash & Grass Abatement (Roll #GB-2021)
• Approval of April 21, 2021, meeting minutes

Election Commission

The commission will conduct a public test of equipment for the May 4, 2021 election. The meeting also includes a resolution to delegate election duties to the City Clerk or an authorized assistant.

• Public test of equipment for the May 4, 2021 election
• Resolution delegating election duties to the City Clerk or an authorized assistant
• Approval of April 6, 2021 minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider resolutions for Public Act 99 financing for Johnson Controls, Inc. and Jackson Field Stadium. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a Public Act 425 agreement with DeWitt Township and an extension to the State of Emergency declaration.

• Public Act 99 financing for Johnson Controls, Inc. (City Buildings)
• Public Act 99 financing for Jackson Field Stadium
• Public hearing for Public Act 425 agreement with DeWitt Township
• Extension to the Declaration of the State of Emergency
• Appointment of Danielle Lentz to LEPFA

City Council

The council will review multiple ordinances to repeal various criminal misdemeanors, including laws on loitering and weapons in public places. Members will also consider establishing social districts and commons areas. Additionally, the agenda includes financing resolutions for Jackson Field Stadium and Johnson Controls, Inc.

• Establishment of Social Districts and Commons Area
• Ordinance repeals regarding drug paraphernalia, loitering, and weapons in public places
• Financing resolutions for Jackson Field Stadium and Johnson Controls, Inc.
• Brownfield Plan #75 Amendment #2 for Capital City Market at 637 E Michigan Avenue
• Extension of the COVID-19 State of Emergency through July 12

Demolition Board/Code Enforcement

The Lansing Demolition Board is scheduled to meet on May 27, 2021. The agenda includes reviews of three cases from old business and two new business cases regarding property demolitions.

• Case 2021-D001: 4108 Deerfield
• Case 2021-D002: 4809 Ingham
• Case 2020-D003: 3601 Glenbrook
• Case 2021-D006: 4511 S. Martin Luther King BLVD
• Case 2021-D007: 125 E. MT. Hope

Police & Fire Retirement System

The board is reviewing regular age and service retirement applications for five police and fire members. The meeting also includes a report on March 2021 retirement allowances totaling $2,922,395.37.

• Retirement applications for Joel Cutler, Michael Demps, Duane R. Hopewell, Brandon E. Russell, and Billy Windom
• Report of $2,922,395.37 in retirement allowances paid during March 2021
• Report of $8,928.35 in refunds since the last regular meeting
• Review of Military Service Credit Policy/Optional Form Factors

Employees' Retirement System

The Board of Trustees will review retirement requests for three employees and examine the Secretary’s Report. The report details March 2021 retirement allowances totaling $2,022,174.75. The board will also discuss legal counsel updates and a pending retirement ordinance.

• Retirement requests for Robert Francis, Mark Simon, and James M. Streeter
• March 2021 retirement allowances totaling $2,022,174.75
• Review of Secretary's Report regarding membership and deaths
• Discussion of the pending Retirement Ordinance
• Legal Counsel and Solar Winds reports

Board of Police Commissioners

The Lansing Board of Police Commissioners will hold its monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes an educational presentation from the Patrol Division and the introduction of a new Commissioner Investigator. The board will also hear administrative and committee reports.

• Educational presentation by Captain Ellery Sosebee, Patrol Division
• Introduction of new Commissioner Investigator Delvata Moses
• Approval of March 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Administrative report from Chief Daryl Green
• Legal update from Assistant City Attorney Mary Bowen

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Lansing Board of Fire Commissioners will discuss the recruitment of new firefighters and a Community Service Officer. The agenda also includes an EOC overview presentation and a review of fire board roles and responsibilities.

• Hiring process for new firefighters and a Community Service Officer
• EOC overview presentation by William Engelter
• Review of Fire Board roles and responsibilities
• Approval of March 2021 meeting minutes

Board of Ethics

The Board will review financial interest statements for five members of the Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss legal opinions and preliminary analyses regarding complaints 2021-002 and 2021-003.

• Financial interest statements for Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board members
• Preliminary analysis on Complaint 2021-002
• Preliminary analysis on Complaint 2021-003
• Approval of March 9, 2021 minutes

Historic District Commission

The commission will discuss a potential local historic district listing for the Westside Neighborhood. The agenda also includes reviewing the 2020 SHPO-CLG Annual Report and discussing 2021 CLG Grant ideas.

• Potential Local Historic District listing of the Westside Neighborhood
• Review of 2020 SHPO-CLG Annual Report
• Discussion of 2021 CLG Grant Ideas
• Approval of February 8, 2020 minutes

City Council

The council will consider repealing multiple criminal misdemeanors, including laws regarding loitering and begging. The agenda also includes setting public hearings for the 2021-2022 city budget and the CDBG Annual Action Plan. Additionally, a proposal for Essential Services Millage Restoration is up for consideration.

• Repeal of various criminal misdemeanors (loitering, begging, etc.)
• Public hearing for 2021-2022 City Budget
• Essential Services Millage Restoration Proposal
• Selection of Baker Tilly as External Auditor for BWL
• Noise special permit for Hoffman Bros. Inc. sewer project

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The committee is reviewing resolutions to repeal various criminal misdemeanors and civil infractions within the city's codified ordinances. These proposed changes include laws related to loitering, public peace, and park usage. Additionally, members will discuss budget priorities for the 2021/2022 fiscal year.

• Resolutions to repeal ordinances regarding drug paraphernalia and loitering
• Resolutions to repeal ordinances regarding playing in streets and parental responsibility
• Resolutions to repeal ordinances regarding public peace and profane language
• Discussion on the Equity & Anti-Racism Fund
• Discussion of FY 2021/2022 Budget Priorities

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will receive a fire department update from Chief Greg Martin. The agenda also includes a request for a closed session regarding an opinion from the City Attorney’s Office.

• Fire Department update from Chief Greg Martin
• Request for closed session to discuss City Attorney's opinion
• Approval of January 2021 minutes

Employees' Retirement System

The Board is reviewing February 2021 retirement allowances totaling $2,026,528.58. The meeting includes discussions on the 2020 ERS Budget and a pending Retirement Ordinance. Members will also review new membership updates and disability requests.

• February 2021 retirement allowances totaling $2,026,528.58
• Age & Service Retirement request for Mark Mixon
• Pending Non Duty Disability application #2021 – E0119
• Review of the 2020 ERS Budget
• Discussion regarding a pending Retirement Ordinance

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Lansing Police and Fire Retirement System Board will review membership updates and retirement requests. The meeting includes discussions on the 2021 Annual Budget and legal counsel reports.

• Retirement application for Michael Demps (Fire)
• Refund request for Matthew Blazok ($8,928.35)
• Review of the 2021 Annual Budget
• Secretary's report on February retirement allowances of $,2921,579.20

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light will consider a resolution to approve and adopt several restated retirement plans. These include DC Plan 2, DC Trust 1, DC Trust 2, and the 457 Trust.

• Resolution to approve and adopt Restated: DC Plan 2, DC Trust 1, DC Trust 2, and 457 Trust

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will hold discussions regarding public safety enforcement in the Moores Park neighborhood. The committee is also scheduled to receive an update on the Police and Fire Millage.

• Moores Park Neighborhood Public Safety Enforcement Update
• Police and Fire Millage Update

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The DLI Board will discuss the office lease and next steps for strategic planning. The agenda also includes business updates for Social Sloth Café and Soul Nutrition.

• DLI Office Lease discussion
• Future District B Grants discussion
• PSD Assessment Update
• Social Sloth Café update
• Soul Nutrition update

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will review several affidavits of disclosure involving city departments and officials. The meeting also includes a report from the City Attorney regarding the Human Resources and Community Services grant awarding process.

• Affidavit of Disclosure, Revised David Odom Jr. (Lansing Fire Department)
• Affidavit of Disclosure Renee Freeman (Human Resources and Community Services)
• Affidavit of Disclosure Kathy Dunbar (Lansing City Council)
• Report on Human Resources and Community Services Grant Awarding Process

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a presentation from the Re-Districting Michigan Commission and discuss future public meetings. The council also plans to enter a closed session for negotiations regarding the Local No. 421 IAFF contract. A resolution to ratify the firefighters' collective bargaining agreement is scheduled for action.

• Ratification of Local No. 421 International Association of Fire Fighters CBA
• Presentation by Re-Districting Michigan Commission
• Closed session regarding negotiations for the IAFF contract

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means approved the acceptance of a $27 million MSHDA grant for emergency rental assistance. The committee also authorized approximately $95,000 in Justice Assistance Grant funds for camera network technology and accepted a donation for the LPD canine unit.

• Acceptance of $27 million MSHDA Emergency Rental Assistance grant
• Approval of $95,000 Justice Assistance Grant for camera link networks
• Acceptance of $9,675.79 donation from Francine Dye Living Trust for LPD canine unit
• Placement on file of Segal Waters Consulting contract for classification services

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety is scheduled to hold discussions regarding the Waverly Park Apartments and support for the Lansing Police Department Homicide Unit. These items are part of the February 25, 2021, meeting agenda.

• Discussion regarding Waverly Park Apartments
• Discussion regarding LPD Homicide Unit support from Detroit Crime Commission

Elected Officers Compensation Commission

The Commission will discuss the city's financial forecast, income taxes, and the impact of state and federal stimulus. Members are also considering a proposed amendment to Chapter 280 regarding meetings, the chairperson, and compensation.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 280 regarding meetings, chairperson, and compensation
• Discussion of City Financial Forecast and State/Federal Stimulus impact
• Review of City Income Taxes

Committee of the Whole

The committee will review the General Fund status report and vacancy report for the second quarter of fiscal year 2021. The meeting also includes discussions on long-term revenue projections and budget policies for fiscal years 2021 and 2022.

• General Fund Status Report – FY 2021 2nd Qtr. & Vacancy Report
• Long Term Projections on Revenues/Expenditures & Financial Forecast
• FY2021/2022 Budget Policies
• Presentation: Mayor’s Art & Cultural Commission

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board is meeting to discuss District B Creative Placemaking Grants and other new business. The provided agenda does not include specific details for these items.

• District B Creative Placemaking Grants

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will review several resolutions, including the acceptance of a donation from the Francine Dye Living Trust. The agenda also includes decisions on the 2020 Justice Assistance Grant and an MSHDA Emergency Rental Assistance Grant for human services.

• Francine Dye Living Trust donation acceptance
• 2020 Justice Assistance Grant resolution
• MSHDA Emergency Rental Assistance Grant acceptance
• Segal Waters Consulting sole source contract for Human Resources

Board of Police Commissioners

This meeting consists of procedural items and administrative reports. The agenda includes an ethics training video presentation and updates from various department directors and committees.

• Approval of November 17, 2020, and January 19, 2021, meeting minutes
• Ethics training video presentation by Assistant City Attorney Heather Sumner
• Administrative report from Chief Daryl Green
• Committee reports on budget, complaints, and recruitment

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee is reviewing by-laws for the S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority and easement acquisitions for road improvements. The committee also recently approved several rezoning ordinances and board appointments.

• Rezoning of 220 N Pennsylvania to DM-4 Residential
• Rezoning of N Grand River Avenue properties to H Light Industrial
• Appointment of Ashlee Willis to Downtown Lansing Inc. Board
• Easement acquisitions for Forest Road and Collins Road
• Public hearing set for 727 Sparrow Avenue

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. board will review monthly financials, committee reports, and previous meeting minutes. Discussion items include Creative Placemaking District B grant applications and board ethics training. The agenda also features updates on Social Sloth Cafe and maintenance by Lake State.

• Creative Placemaking District B Grant Applications
• OTCA District B Grant Report
• Social Sloth Cafe business update
• Board Ethics Training discussion
• WinterFest discussion

Employees' Retirement System

The Police and Fire Retirement System and Employees' Retirement System Boards are meeting to discuss the 2021 annual budget and quarterly expenses. The agenda also includes reviewing retirement applications and membership updates.

• Review of 2021 Annual Budget and quarterly expense reports
• Retirement applications for Keegan C. Stitt and Ronda Oberlin
• Refund request for Tanner Lewandowsky ($22,262.03)
• Report on January retirement allowances for P&F ($2,914,724.24) and ERS ($2,027,472.71)
• 4th Quarter Investment Performance report

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Police and Fire Retirement System and Employees’ Retirement System boards are holding a joint meeting. The agenda includes reviewing retirement applications, the 2021 annual budget, and quarterly expense reports. Members will also discuss recent investment performance.

• Retirement applications for Keegan C. Stitt and Ronda Oberlin
• Review of the 2021 Annual Budget
• 4th Quarter Investment Performance report
• Refund request for Tanner Lewandowsky ($22,262.03)
• Election of officers and subcommittee memberships

Board of Fire Commissioners

This meeting consists primarily of procedural items and educational presentations. The board will review an EOC overview by Chief William Engelter and a fire administration report from Greg Martin. No specific new business or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• EOC Overview presentation by Chief William Engelter
• Fire Administration Report from Greg Martin
• Approval of January 2020 minutes

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will review an affidavit of disclosure submitted by David Odom Jr., the Administrative Chief in the Lansing Fire Department. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from the January 12, 2021, meeting.

• Affidavit of Disclosure: David Odom Jr. (Fire Department)

Elected Officers Compensation Commission

The Elected Officers Compensation Commission is meeting to conduct the election of officers for the 2021 term. The commission will also determine its meeting schedule for the upcoming year. The agenda includes space for reports, communications, and discussions on new or old business.

• Election of 2021 officers
• Determination of the 2021 meeting schedule

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a second amendment to the stadium lease with Take Me Out to the Ballgame, LLC. The meeting also includes a reappointment to the Capital Area Region Airport Authority Board and presentations on the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Additionally, several FY 2020 financial statements for various city authorities are scheduled to be placed on file.

• Second Amendment to Stadium License/Lease/Service Agreement with Take Me Out to the Ballgame, LLC
• Reappointment of Matthew Lantzy to Capital Area Region Airport Authority Board
• Presentation: City of Lansing Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
• Placement on file of FY 2020 financial statements for several city authorities

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review a National Register application for 513 W Ionia St. and approve minutes from December 2020. The agenda also includes ethics training and discussions regarding future grant ideas and the potential Westside Neighborhood historic district listing.

• Review of 513 W Ionia St. National Register Application Review Form
• Approval of December 14, 2020 meeting minutes
• Commission and Board Ethics Training
• Potential Local Historic District listing of the Westside Neighborhood

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider resolutions regarding grant acceptances and fee adjustments. This includes updates to bike locker fees and early registration softball fees. The committee will also review a sole source contract for human resources classification services.

• Grant acceptance: Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund Expert City Stipend Award
• Fee change: Bike Locker Fees
• Grant acceptance: Tri-County Regional Planning Commission Transportation Alternatives Program
• Proposed fee reduction: Parks & Recreation Department Softball Fees
• Sole source contract: Segal Waters Consulting for Human Resources classification services

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development & Planning is considering several rezoning ordinances and introducing public hearings for new developments. The agenda also includes resolutions to appoint members to local development boards.

• Public hearing introduction for a community center and housing at 727 Sparrow Avenue
• Rezoning of 3534 & 3538 W Jolly Road to DM-1 Residential
• Rezoning of North Grand River Avenue properties to H Light Industrial
• Appointment of Ashlee Willis to the Downtown Lansing Inc. Board
• Appointment of Thomas Patrick Morgan to the Planning Board

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider a resolution to appoint Samuel Brewster as a 2nd Ward member to the Board of Police Commissioners. The proposed term is set to expire on December 31, 2024.

• Appointment of Samuel Brewster to the Board of Police Commissioners

Board of Police Commissioners

The Lansing Board of Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting to vote on the approval of two candidates for police officer positions. These candidates are identified as Certified-Certifiable.

• Vote to approve two Certified-Certifiable candidates for police officer positions

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2021-2025 Parks and Recreation Master Plan and several zoning ordinances. The agenda also includes reappointments to the Capital Area Transportation Authority and the Elected Officers Compensation Commission. Additionally, officials will discuss a stadium lease agreement and revenue changes for the Lansing Fire Department.

• Rezoning 514 W Erie and 500 N Cedar from Light Industrial to Business
• Expansion of the Saginaw Street Overlay District
• Presentation on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025
• Reappointment of Darlene Fancher to CATA
• Stadium lease agreement with Take Me Out to the Ballgame, LLC

Committee of the Whole

The committee reviewed the Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2020-2025 presentation. Members also approved changes to Council rules, a budget transfer for LEPFA operations, and several labor contract ratifications.

• Approved resolution to change Council Rules 4, 16, and 17
• Authorized LEPFA funds transfer from Golf Subsidy to General Fund Subsidy
• Waived education requirements for Director of Neighborhoods appointment
• Ratified Teamsters 243 Supervisory Collective Bargaining Agreement extension
• Ratified Teamsters 243 Clerical, Technical, Professional Collective Bargaining Agreement

Board of Police Commissioners

The Lansing Board of Police Commissioners will review administrative, legal, and human resources reports. The meeting includes a follow-up regarding a requested report on teen arrests categorized by race, gender, and age.

• Follow-up on Teen Arrest Report by Race, Gender, Age
• Approval of November 17, 2020, meeting minutes
• Educational presentation by Sergeant Mandi Beasinger
• Administrative report from Chief Daryl Green

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Board will review retirement applications for three members and a request for a contribution refund. The meeting includes reports on membership changes, recent deaths, and December 2020 retirement allowances totaling $2,885,394.88. The agenda also covers the FY2020 pension contribution and the election of officers.

• Retirement applications for Sheila Platner (Fire), Teresa Robinson (Fire), and Keegan C. Stroll (Police)
• Request for accumulated contribution refund of $91,510.61 for Jason G. Knopps
• Report on December 2020 retirement allowances totaling $2,885,394.88
• Discussion regarding FY2020 Police & Fire Pension Contribution
• Election of officers and subcommittee members

Employees' Retirement System

The board will review December 2020 retirement allowances totaling $2,023,068.18. The meeting includes reviewing non-duty disability requests and the 2020 ERS pension contribution.

• December 2020 retirement allowances totaling $2,023,068.18
• Non-duty disability request for applicant #2021 – E0119
• Refund of accumulated contribution for Jordan Meckstroth ($3,870.29)
• Review of the 2020 ERS pension contribution
• Pending retirement ordinance

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. board will conduct officer elections and discuss the FY 2021-2022 budget. The meeting also includes updates on downtown business development and maintenance. Additionally, members will review an annual impact report and a lighting crowdfunding campaign.

• DLI Officer Elections
• FY 2021-2022 Budget discussion
• Downtown Lighting Crowdfunding Campaign
• Business updates from Summit Comics & Games and Lansing Shuffleboard & Social Club

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Lansing Board of Fire Commissioners is holding a regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda consists of procedural items, including approving December 2020 minutes and reviewing the 2021 meeting schedule.

• Approval of December 2020 minutes
• Review of 2021 meeting schedule

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will review affidavits of disclosure from three city employees regarding potential conflicts or interests. The board will also consider approving an ethics training video for use by various boards and committees.

• Affidavit of Disclosure: Jim Smiertka (Law Department)
• Affidavit of Disclosure: Samantha Harkins (Mayor's Office)
• Affidavit of Disclosure: Brian P Jackson (City Clerk's Office)
• Approval of “Ethics Training for Boards and Committees” video

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several zoning changes and ordinances. This includes a proposal to restructure the grant awarding process for basic human services. The council will also consider budget adjustments for the Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority due to COVID-19.

• Ordinance to restructure the grant awarding process for basic human services
• Rezoning of 2420, 2432, 2442, & 2506 N. Grand River Avenue to Light Industrial District
• Budget authorization for LEPFA to move funds from golf subsidy to general fund
• Ratification of Teamsters Local 243 supervisory and clerical unit contracts
• Special Land Use Permit for a church at 900 Southland Avenue, Suite 910

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing resolutions regarding budget transfers and staff appointments. This includes moving funds from the FY2021 golf subsidy to the general fund subsidy for LEPFA operations. The agenda also covers ratifying Teamsters union contracts and appointing a new Director of Neighborhoods and Citizen Engagement.

• Transfer of funds from FY2021 golf subsidy to general fund subsidy for LEPFA operations
• Appointment of DeLisa Fountain as Director of Neighborhoods and Citizen Engagement with a waiver of requirements
• Ratification of Teamsters 243 Supervisory Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Ratification of Teamsters 243 Clerical, Technical, Professional Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Setting the first meeting for the Elected Officers Compensation Commission

City Council

The Lansing City Council will meet via Zoom to elect its President and Vice President for 2021. The council will also consider the appointment of DeLisa Fountain as Director of the Department of Neighborhoods and Citizen Engagement. The agenda includes reviewing board minutes and a new liquor license request.

• Election of City Council President and Vice President for 2021
• Appointment of DeLisa Fountain as Director of the Department of Neighborhoods and Citizen Engagement
• New SDM License request for 212 South Washington Square
• Review of Board of Ethics and Election Commission minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed a $1,954,240 proposal for the Advance Peace Initiative to address gun violence. Members also approved several resolutions, including an appointment to the Board of Review and the recertification of the Redevelopment Ready Communities Program. A public hearing was scheduled for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

• $1,954,240 budget proposal for Advance Peace Initiative
• Appointment of Elizabeth West to the Board of Review
• Recertification of Redevelopment Ready Communities Program
• Public hearing set for January 11, 2021, regarding Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Discussion of a $233,710.28 HUD audit penalty