Lansing public meetings in 2022

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding 3220 Discovery Way. The request seeks variances to ordinance restrictions on the size and allowable number of wall signs.

• Variance for wall sign size and quantity at 3220 Discovery Way

Police & Fire Retirement System

The board will review applications for duty disability, non-duty disability, and regular age and service retirement. The meeting includes a legal report and fee increase from Attorney Aaron Castle. Financial reports cover November 2022 retirement allowance payments totaling $3,186,979.50.

• Regular age and service retirement application for Christopher J. Baldwin
• Pending duty disability and non-duty disability retirement requests
• Legal report and fee increase from Attorney Aaron Castle
• Monthly investment report
• Northern Trust Bank Services update

Employees' Retirement System

The Lansing Employees’ Retirement System Board will review several retirement applications, including duty and non-duty disability requests. The meeting includes a report on November 2022 retirement allowances totaling $2,017,579.96. The board will also receive updates on legal fees and investment accounts.

• Retirement applications for Aldrek Allen and Ann Parry
• Duty and non-duty disability retirement requests
• Report of $2,017,579.96 in retirement allowances paid in November 2022
• Legal report and fee increase from Attorney Aaron Castle
• Update on Northern Trust Cash Movement Account

Lansing Gateway North Grand River Improvement Authority

The Board of Directors will review the Lansing Gateway overview and discuss an MSU Practicum. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the 2023 meeting schedule and the election of officers.

• MSU Practicum
• 2023 Meeting Schedule Discussion
• Election of Officers Discussion

Board of Police Commissioners

The Lansing Board of Police Commissioners will discuss the 2021 LPD Annual Report and the FY2024 Budget Report. The meeting also includes administrative updates from the Chief and various committee reports.

• Review of 2021 LPD Annual Report
• Review of FY2024 Budget Report
• Approval of November 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Reports from several board committees

Committee on Personnel

The Committee on Personnel is scheduled to discuss or take action regarding the City Internal Auditor position. The agenda includes consideration of Katrina Brown and Brittany Harris.

• Discussion/action regarding City Internal Auditor candidates Katrina Brown and Brittany Harris

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board will vote on an American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) contract with the City of Lansing and a budget amendment for FY2022/2023. The meeting also includes updates on financials, LEED initiatives, and ongoing projects.

• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) contract with City of Lansing
• FY2022/2023 LEDC Budget Amendment
• LEED Initiative Update
• Projects Update

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The LBRA Board of Directors will review financial updates and previous meeting minutes. The board is scheduled to take action on collateral assignments for Brownfield Plans #60 SkyVue and #62A Oliver Tower/Capital View. An update on the Logan Square Study will also be provided.

• Collateral assignment for Brownfield Plan #60 SkyVue
• Collateral assignment for Brownfield Plan #62A Oliver Tower/Capital View
• Logan Square Study Update
• Approval of October 7 and October 13, 2022 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 October 7, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes a financial update.

• Approval of October 7, 2022, meeting minutes
• Financial update

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The meeting includes approving minutes from November 17, 2022, and reviewing the draft 2023 meeting schedule. The board will also hold discussions regarding officer elections and the authority's mission and vision.

• Approval of November 17, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of draft 2023 meeting schedule
• Discussion on election of officers
• Discussion on mission and vision

Committee on Public Safety

The committee will consider appointing Jarrod LaRue to the Board of Fire Commissioners for a term ending June 30, 2026. The agenda also includes orders regarding making safe or demolishing property at 4580 Seaway.

• Appointment of Jarrod LaRue to the Board of Fire Commissioners
• Orders to make safe or demolish property at 4580 Seaway

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board meeting includes an open grant assistance session. The agenda also features updates on the new DNCE grant process using WizeHive.

• Open Grant Assistance Session
• DNCE grant process updates (WizeHive)
• Review of November 17, 2022 meeting minutes

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning is reviewing several resolutions regarding board appointments and land use. The agenda includes requests for easements related to energy pipelines and sidewalk construction, as well as a special land use permit.

• Public hearing for self-storage facility at 340 E. Edgewood Blvd (SLU-2-2022)
• Permanent easement at 0 Par Place for public sidewalk construction
• Easement for Consumers Energy pipeline on BWL property
• Appointment of Robert Benstein to the Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board
• Reappointment of Laurie Baumer to the Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will consider appointments for Raquel Sparkman and Emily Sorroche to the DEI Advisory Board. The committee will also discuss its 2022 report and priorities for 2023.

• Appointment of Raquel Sparkman as 3rd Ward Member, DEI Advisory Board
• Appointment of Emily Sorroche as At-Large Member, DEI Advisory Board
• Discussion of 2022 Committee Report and 2023 EDI priorities

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will review the 2022 Annual Report and receive a report from Chief Sturdivant. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the November 9, 2022, meeting.

• Presentation of the 2022 Annual Report
• Fire Administration Report from Chief Sturdivant
• Approval of November 9, 2022, minutes

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will review the November 9, 2022, meeting minutes and present an annual report. The agenda also includes Capital Improvement Program (CIP) updates and the introduction of board member T. Walters.

• Park Board Annual Report
• Introduction of Park Board Member T. Walters
• CIP updates
• Review of November 9, 2022, meeting minutes
• Holiday greeting cards

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider an ordinance to repeal permitting requirements for certain solicitors. The agenda also includes a board appointment and a workers compensation settlement.

• Appointment of Mary Ellen Jeffries to the Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees
• Workers Compensation Settlement 2062876-01325
• Repeal of permitting requirements for solicitors of charitable and religious donations

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a development plan for South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The agenda also includes a new HUD conflict of interest policy and sewage disposal system revenue bonds. Additionally, the council will review a charter revision ballot proposal.

• South MLK Jr. Blvd corridor development plan
• HUD conflict of interest policy ordinance
• Sewage disposal system revenue bonds for CSO Program
• Public Act 425 Agreement with Windsor Township
• Charter general revision ballot proposal

City Council

The City Council will consider the issuance of revenue bonds for the sewage disposal system CSO Program. The agenda also includes a development and finance plan for the South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Corridor Improvement Authority and several board appointments.

• Issuance of sewage disposal system revenue bonds for CSO Program
• MLK Jr. Blvd Corridor Improvement Authority Development and Finance Plan
• Liquor license request for Comfort Zone Cigar Lounge at 600 S. Pennsylvania Ave.
• Ordinance establishing a HUD conflict of interest policy
• Order to make safe or demolish property at 4580 Seaway

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The committee will discuss an administration update regarding policy recommendations and budget priorities. The meeting also includes a review of the November 18, 2022, minutes.

• Update on Committee Report Policy Recommendations and Budget Priorities
• Review of November 18, 2022, minutes

Board of Public Service

The meeting includes reports from division officers and the Director of Public Service. The board will also address unfinished business regarding budget, vacancies, and street parking.

• Memorial Road Signs
• Budget and Vacancies
• Hiring Process
• Snow Ordinance/Street Parking
• Michigan Avenue

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Lansing Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance regarding the size and number of allowable wall signs at 3220 Discovery Way. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the August 23, 2022, regular meeting.

• Variance for wall sign size and quantity at 3220 Discovery Way
• Approval of minutes from the August 23, 2022, regular meeting

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will discuss a liquor license request for Comfort Zone Cigar Lounge. The request includes permits for Sunday sales, dance, entertainment, and outdoor service. The committee will also review minutes from the November 15, 2022 meeting.

• Liquor license request for Comfort Zone Cigar Lounge at 600 S Pennsylvania Ave
• Request for Sunday sales, dance, entertainment, and outdoor service permits
• Review of November 15, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Lansing Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and citywide needs. The agenda also includes approval of November 1, 2022 meeting minutes and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing for FY 2023 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan
• Approval of November 1, 2022, meeting minutes
• Adoption of the 2023 Planning Board Meeting Schedule

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss amendments to the FY 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan and review a quarterly budget report. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding North Cemetery property sales and marijuana operation ordinances. Additionally, the council will address the ratification of two collective bargaining agreements.

• Issuance and sale of voter-approved bonds for Public Safety Facilities
• Ordinance amending Chapter 1300 regarding Marihuana Operations
• Resolution for the voter-approved sale of a portion of North Cemetery
• Amendment to FY 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan for HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
• Ratification of UAW 2256 and CCLP Non-Supervisory collective bargaining agreements

Arts and Cultural Commission

This meeting consists primarily of procedural items and updates. The commission will review minutes from October and November 2022 meetings and discuss a new meeting schedule.

• Completion of Arts & Culture program statement
• New meeting date/time discussion
• DNACE and Mayor updates

City Council

The City Council will review bond issuances for the Ovation Performing Arts Center and a development plan for the South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Corridor. The agenda also includes discussions regarding collective bargaining agreements and rezoning requests.

• Issuance of bonds for Capital Improvements for Ovation Performing Arts Center
• Rezoning 109 E. Randolph St from R-6A to R-AR
• Collective Bargaining Agreement for United Auto Workers Local 2256
• Special Land Use Permit for a self-storage facility at 340 E. Edgewood Blvd
• Ordinance amending Chapter 1300, Marihuana Operations

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority will review the October 20, 2022 meeting minutes for approval. The board will also discuss a draft 2023 meeting schedule and a community input survey.

• Approval of October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of draft 2023 board meeting schedule
• Discussion of community input survey

Demolition Board/Code Enforcement

The Lansing Demolition Board will meet on December 1, 2022, to review existing code enforcement cases. The agenda includes discussions regarding properties at 3417 Stabler and 1919 S. Washington Ave.

• Case D2022-008: 3417 Stabler
• Case D2022-009: 1919 S. Washington Ave.

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The board will review recommendations for Juneteenth holiday recognition and new strategic plan statements. Members will also consider a contract for the Lansing Center website re-design. The meeting includes reviews of past meeting minutes and financial reports.

• Ciesa Design Contract for LC website re-design
• Juneteenth Holiday recommendation
• Strategic Plan mission, vision, values, and goal statement recommendations
• August and September 2022 financials

Lansing Housing Commission

The commission will consider Resolution 1330 regarding changes to the Resident Selection Criteria for Capital City Apartments. The meeting also includes updates on housing choice vouchers and asset management reports. Additionally, commissioners will discuss RAD updates and long-range planning.

• Resolution 1330: Changes to Resident Selection Criteria for Capital City Apartments
• December 2021 Finance Report
• December 2021 Housing Choice Voucher report
• Asset Management Report update
• RAD (Rental Assistance Demonstration) update discussion

Lansing Housing Commission

The Lansing Housing Commission approved changes to prioritize applicants aged 50 and older for Capital City Apartments. The commission also discussed construction progress at several properties and a potential $15 million sale of scattered-site houses.

• Resolution 1330: Approval of senior preference (ages 50+ and 62+) for Capital City Apartments
• Approval of annual bonus for Executive Director Doug Fleming
• Potential sale of scattered-site houses for an amount exceeding $15 million
• Proposed MOU of up to $100,000 with Capital Area Housing Partnership
• Construction updates for Hildebrandt, Waverly Place, and Capital City Apartments

Lansing Housing Commission

The commission will vote on a contract with Habitat for Humanity Capital Region and a collective bargaining agreement for Local 1390.11 employees. The meeting includes reports on finance, housing vouchers, and asset management. Commissioners will also discuss Section 18 and RAD construction updates.

• Approval of contract between LHC and Habitat for Humanity Capital Region (Resolution 1334)
• Approval of Collective Bargaining Agreement with LHC Employees’ Chapter of Local 1390.11 (Resolution 1334)
• Section 18 and RAD construction updates
• February 2022 Finance Report

Lansing Housing Commission

The commission approved a contract with Habitat for Humanity Capital Region to renovate DeMinimus houses for future homeownership. Members also ratified a new collective bargaining agreement with Local 1390.11. Staff provided updates on housing voucher usage and RAD construction progress.

• Approved contract with Habitat for Humanity Capital Region to repair DeMinimus houses
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Local 1390.11 including a 3.5% wage increase
• Reported a $30,000 write-off from the February finance report
• Noted a $15,000 change order for electrical work at Capital City
• Identified approximately $1 million in budget increases for Stadium North and Stadium Senior projects

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The Ad Hoc on Housing and Resident Safety committee will review a presentation regarding the Annual Action Plan FY2020/2021 Amendment for HOME-ARP Allocation. The meeting also includes reviewing minutes from October 28, 2022.

• Presentation: Annual Action Plan FY2020/2021 Amendment for HOME-ARP Allocation
• Review of October 28, 2022, meeting minutes

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The Board of Directors will review meeting minutes from October 20, 2022. The agenda also includes updates regarding the Development & Finance Plan and discussions concerning APRA funds.

• Approval of October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Development & Finance Plan update
• Discussion of APRA funds

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

This is the second informational meeting for the South Martin Luther King Jr. Corridor Improvement Authority. The agenda focuses on providing information regarding the authority's goals and projects.

• Information on S. MLK Jr. Blvd. CIA goals and projects

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider resolutions regarding orders to make safe or demolish properties at 4580 Seaway and 304 Regent Street. The committee will also discuss the permit process for these types of orders with the Director of Public Service.

• Resolution for property at 4580 Seaway
• Resolution for property at 304 Regent Street
• Discussion on the permit process for Make Safe & Demolish

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The board will conduct a grant feedback session and review the October 20, 2022, meeting minutes. Members will also receive updates on the new DNCE grant process using WizeHive.

• Grant Feedback Session #1
• DNCE New Grant Process (WizeHive) update
• Review of October 20, 2022, meeting minutes

Committee on Development & Planning

The committee will consider brownfield redevelopment plans and property rehabilitation districts. Agenda items also include rezoning requests and a special land use permit for a residential project on E. Randolph Street.

• Brownfield Plan #83: Moneyball Brownfield Redevelopment Project at 923 and 927 West Saginaw Street
• OPRA District filing for 1703, 1717, and 1723 E. Michigan Avenue
• OPRA Certificate Transfer for 221 W. Saginaw St.
• Rezoning of 109 E. Randolph from 'R-6A' to 'R-AR'
• Special Land Use Permit for a 20-bed adult foster care home at 109 E. Randolph St.

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will discuss its 2022 report and establish priorities for 2023. The committee will also review the minutes from the September 28, 2022, meeting.

• Review of September 28, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2022 Committee Report
• Discussion of 2023 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion priorities

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will conduct its monthly meeting, which consists primarily of procedural items and committee reports. The agenda includes approving minutes from September and October 2022 and receiving updates from the Chief of Police and legal counsel.

• Approval of September 20, 2022, and October 18, 2022, meeting minutes
• Administrative report from Chief Ellery Sosebee
• Legal updates from Assistant City Attorneys Mary Bowen and Matthew Staples
• Human Resources report from Director Linda Sanchez-Gazella
• Reports from various board committees including Budget, Complaint, and Recruitment & Hiring

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations is reviewing notices from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission regarding various liquor license transfers and location changes. The committee will also consider resolutions for appointments to the Human Relations and Community Services Board and the Arts and Culture Commission.

• Appointment of Dr. Thomas Woods to the Human Relations and Community Services Board
• Reappointment of Shirley Carter-Powell to the Arts and Culture Commission
• Liquor license transfer for LE&O Mansion LLC at 6810 Cedar St, Ste A
• Liquor license location transfer for GG Holding Co., LCC to 3131 E Michigan Avenue
• Ownership transfer for The Comfort Zone Cigar Lounge & Bar LLC at 600 South Pennsylvania Ave

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will review affidavits of disclosure for two Lansing Police Department members. The board will also address the Conflict of Interest Policy for the Human Relations and Community Service Department.

• Affidavit of Disclosure, Cedric Ford, Lansing Police Department
• Affidavit of Disclosure, Peter Scaccia, Lansing Police Department
• Conflict of Interest Policy, Human Relations and Community Service Department (HRCS)

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light will consider an easement grant for Consumers Energy Company and a City of Lansing lien ordinance. The agenda also includes reviews of the 2023 meeting schedule and audited financial statements. Additionally, the board will review communications regarding power outages and utility deposit fees.

• Easement Grant Over Erickson Property to Consumers Energy Company
• City of Lansing Lien Ordinance Resolution
• Steam Annuals Capital Project Exceedance Resolution
• Adoption of Amended and Restated Cafeteria Plan Resolution
• Acknowledgement of the Acceptance of FY 2022 Audited Financial Statements

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will discuss the acceptance of several grants. These include funding for impaired driving, speed, and seatbelt enforcement, as well as bicycle and pedestrian safety. The committee will also consider an election security grant.

• Grant Acceptance: Office of High Safety Planning (OWI) for impaired driving, speed, and seatbelt enforcement
• Grant Acceptance: Office of High Safety Planning grant for bicycle and pedestrian safety
• Grant Acceptance: Election Security Grant

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing resolutions regarding grant acceptance and bond issuance for the Ovation Performing Arts Center. The agenda also includes a fireworks license for the Silver Bells celebration and an ordinance establishing a HUD conflict of interest policy. Additionally, the council will address the ratification of a tentative agreement with Capitol City Labor Program, Inc.

• Grant acceptance for the Ovation Performing Arts Center via Michigan Enhancement Grant
• Issuance and sale of Limited Tax General Obligation Bonds for Ovation Performing Arts Center capital improvements
• Fireworks Display License for Pyrotecnico Fireworks Inc. for the Silver Bells Celebration
• Introduction of an ordinance establishing a HUD conflict of interest policy
• Ratification of a tentative agreement with Capitol City Labor Program, Inc., Supervisory Unit

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will discuss strategies for recruiting new members and a potential neighborhood survey and report. The meeting also includes the selection of officers and approval of September 12, 2022, minutes.

• Potential neighborhood survey and report
• Strategy for recruitment of Historic District Commission members
• Selection of officers
• Approval of September 12, 2022, minutes

City Council

The Lansing City Council will review land use requests, including a proposal for a 20-bed adult foster care home. The meeting also includes discussions on marijuana operation regulations and the acceptance of various municipal grants.

• Rezoning and special land use permit for 109 E. Randolph Street
• Brownfield Plan #83 for Moneyball Brownfield Redevelopment Project at 923 & 927 W. Saginaw St.
• Ordinance amending Chapter 1300, Marihuana Operations
• Issuance and sale of bonds for the Ovation Performing Arts Center
• Ordinance to repeal licensing requirements for massage therapists

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The DLI Board will review monthly financials, committee reports, and Old Town updates. Discussion items include city and state funding updates, the Cherry Hill Association, and the Advent House proposal.

• City & State Funding Updates
• Cherry Hill Association Discussion
• Advent House Proposal Update
• Kringle Market discussion

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will review reports from division officers and the Director of Public Service. The meeting includes discussions on unfinished business regarding the hiring process, budget, vacancies, and street parking for the snow ordinance.

• Memorial Road Signs
• Budget and Vacancies
• Hiring Process
• Snow Ordinance/Street Parking

Planning Commission

The Lansing Planning Board will consider a special land use permit for a self-storage facility at 340 E. Edgewood Blvd. The agenda also includes an easement acquisition for a sidewalk at 0 Par Place and a discussion regarding meeting attendance.

• Special Land Use permit (SLU-2-2022) for a self-storage facility at 340 E. Edgewood Blvd.
• Easement acquisition for a sidewalk at 0 Par Place
• Discussion regarding meeting attendance
• Approval of October 4, 2022, minutes

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to approve minutes from 2022 meetings and review communications. The agenda includes the introduction of Assistant Chief Lay and discussions regarding the LFD Annual Report. The board will also establish the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Introduction of Assistant Chief Lay
• Review of LFD Annual Report
• Fire Board Letter for Annual Report
• Certificate of Appreciation to Patti Starnes
• 2023 Meeting Schedule

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will review the October 12, 2022, meeting minutes and address new business items. The agenda includes discussions on a public engagement policy and the Kringle Holiday Market grand opening. The board will also address correspondence regarding Reutter Park’s new ice rink.

• Public Engagement Policy discussion
• Kringle Holiday Market Grand Opening on November 17th
• Correspondence regarding Reutter Park’s New Ice Rink
• Presentation by Liz Roxberry Fenner

Joint Retirement Board of Trustee

The Police and Fire and Employees’ Retirement System boards will review membership updates, retirement applications, and quarterly expense reports. The agenda also includes reviews of recent investment reports and legal counsel updates.

• Review of October 2022 retirement allowances totaling $3,149,105.43 for P&F and $2,015,524.62 for ERS
• Refund request for Tyler Mattison in the amount of $34,788.33
• Review of the 3rd Quarter Investment Review and October Investment Report
• Review of quarterly expense reports and October invoices for both systems

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will review financial updates and project progress. The meeting includes scheduled votes on an ARPA funds contract and a budget amendment.

• ARPA Funds Contract (ACTION)
• Budget Amendment (ACTION)
• LEED Program Update
• Financial update
• Projects update

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The LBRA Board of Directors will meet to approve the September 09, 2022, meeting minutes and receive a financial update. The agenda contains only procedural items.

• Approval of September 09, 2022, meeting minutes
• Financial update

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

This meeting consists of procedural items and a financial update. The board will review minutes from September 2022 meetings and receive a financial report.

• Approval of September 9, 2022, board meeting minutes
• Approval of September 9, 2022, informational meeting minutes
• Financial update

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider a resolution regarding orders to make safe or demolish property at 2026 West Jolly Road. The committee will also discuss MSD processes involving LBWL and Consumers Energy.

• Resolution for safety or demolition orders at 2026 West Jolly Road
• Discussion of MSD processes, LBWL, and Consumers Energy
• Approval of October 20, 2022 meeting minutes

Election Commission

The Lansing Election Commission is meeting to conduct a public test of equipment for the upcoming November 8, 2022 election. The agenda also includes procedural items such as approving minutes from the October 11, 2022 meeting.

• Public test of equipment for the November 8, 2022 election
• Approval of October 11, 2022 meeting minutes

Committee on City Operations

The committee will consider ordinances to repeal licensing requirements for massage therapists and wreckers. The agenda also includes liquor license transfers and appeals regarding red tag and trash fees.

• Ordinance to repeal licensing requirements for massage therapists
• Ordinance to repeal licensing requirements for wreckers
• Claim appeal for $150 in red tag fees at 4630 Christiansen Road
• Claim appeal for $1,057 in trash fees at 2306 E Michigan Ave
• Liquor license transfers and permit requests

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The meeting consists of procedural items and a discussion regarding future committee tasks. It includes a review of minutes from September 26, 2022.

• Review of September 26, 2022, minutes
• Discussion regarding future committee tasks

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will discuss the purchase of two property parcels on North Cedar Street. The acquisition is intended to facilitate long-term storm drain maintenance.

• Purchase of property parcels #33-01-01-09-430-021 and #33-01-01-09-430-031 on North Cedar St.

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and approve previous meeting minutes. Committee reports from finance, personnel, and strategic planning are scheduled. The Board will also consider a contract for the LC website re-design.

• Ciesa Contract for LC website re-design
• Acceptance of August 2022 Financials
• Presentation of September 22 Draft Financials
• Approval of August 2022 meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review financial reports and proposed resolutions. This includes a presentation on the Board of Water and Light's 2021 and 2022 financial report. The committee will also discuss incorporating the Lansing Public Media Authority and issuing bonds for capital improvements.

• Board of Water and Light Financial Report (FY 2021 and 2022)
• Resolution to incorporate the Lansing Public Media Authority
• Bond issuance for Ovation Performing Arts Center capital improvements
• Closed session regarding litigation updates

City Council

The Lansing City Council will review ordinances to repeal licensing requirements for massage therapists and wreckers. The agenda also includes several grant acceptances for public safety, election security, and bicycle safety. Additionally, the council will consider property orders and a potential bond issuance for the Ovation Performing Arts Center.

• Ordinance to repeal licensing requirements for massage therapists (PEND-3045)
• Ordinance to repeal licensing requirements for wreckers (PEND-3046)
• Bond issuance and sale for the Ovation Performing Arts Center (PEND-3072)
• Orders to make safe or demolish property at 2026 West Jolly Road (PEND-3029)
• Grant acceptance for the League of American Bicyclists' Community Spark Grant (PEND-3048)

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The South MLK Jr. Corridor Improvement Authority will review minutes from several September 2022 meetings. The agenda also includes a presentation by Ourspace 517 and consideration of a letter of support for the Logan Square Redevelopment Plan.

• Logan Square Redevelopment Plan Letter of Support
• Ourspace 517 Presentation
• Approval of September 2022 meeting minutes

Committee on Ways and Means

The committee will consider a resolution to introduce an ordinance repealing permit requirements for charitable and religious solicitors. The meeting also includes the consideration of several grant acceptances for public safety and community programs.

• Ordinance to repeal permitting requirements for solicitors of charitable and religious donations
• Acceptance of League of American Bicyclists' Community Spark Grant
• Acceptance of Justice Assistance Grants (JAG) for the CARE Unit
• Acceptance of the STOP Violence Against Women FY 2022-2023 Grant
• Donation acceptance for the Lansing Police Department’s START Unit

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority will discuss corridor planning and surveys. The board is also scheduled to address a landscaping project and approve minutes from the September 15, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of September 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Corridor Planning & Survey Discussion
• Landscaping Project

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider a resolution for the property located at 304 Regent Street. The measure involves setting a Show Cause order to determine if the property must be made safe or demolished.

• Resolution regarding safety or demolition of 304 Regent Street

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board will review the minutes from the September 15, 2022, meeting. Members will also discuss the Project Idea Template and the grant process. Additionally, there will be updates regarding the DNCE new grant process using WizeHive.

• Approval of September 15, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Project Idea Template
• Discussion of Grant Process
• DNCE update on new WizeHive grant process

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Board is reviewing retirement applications for police and fire personnel, including duty disability requests. The meeting also includes a review of recent membership changes and retirement allowance payments totaling $3,140,361.53 for September 2022.

• Retirement application for Terry D. Harvey (Police)
• Retirement application for Ward E. Morris-Spidle (Fire)
• Refund of accumulated contributions for Jeffrey Lenneman ($46,146.22)
• Review of September 2022 retirement allowances totaling $3,140,361.53

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations is reviewing several liquor license applications and ownership transfers. The committee will also consider resolutions regarding appeals for various city violation fees.

• Liquor license application for SmythPhillips at 3000 Vine St.
• Appeal of $455 in grass violation fees at 1802 Stirling Ave
• Appeal of $1,413 in trash fees at 301 South Foster Ave
• Appeal of $150 in red tag fees at 218 S Hayford Ave
• Notices regarding Michigan Liquor Control Commission license transfers

Board of Police Commissioners

The Lansing Board of Police Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items, including administrative, legal, and human resources reports. No specific new ordinances or contracts are listed for action in this agenda.

• Approval of September 20, 2022, meeting minutes
• Administrative report from Chief Ellery Sosebee
• Legal update from Assistant City Attorney Mary Bowen
• Human Resources report from Director Linda Sanchez-Gazella

Mayor's Arts and Culture Commission

This special meeting of the Mayor’s Arts and Culture Commission includes a discussion on the public art project process. Other agenda sections, including old business and updates, contain no listed items.

• Public Art Project Process

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board will review monthly financials and committee reports. The meeting includes discussions on an ARPA OTCA sub-grant agreement and the Advent House proposal for downtown. The board will also address a vendor policy and next steps regarding a DEI consultant.

• ARPA OTCA Sub-Grant Agreement
• Advent House Proposal for Downtown
• Vendor Policy
• DEI Consultant and Next Steps
• Old Town Updates

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will review proposed meeting and division schedules for 2023. The agenda also includes discussions on road repair planning and the snow ordinance regarding street parking.

• Approval of 2023 meeting and Division schedules
• Road repair planning, order, and coordination discussion
• Snow Ordinance street parking
• Sustainability presentation by Lori Welch

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to take action on Brownfield Plan #82 regarding the RC Bottling Plant Redevelopment Project. The agenda also includes a call to order and public comment.

• Brownfield Plan #82: RC Bottling Plant Redevelopment Project (ACTION)

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will review minutes from the September 14, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes updates on the playground, Kruger Landing, and the ice rink at Reutter Park. Members will also address tree applications and correspondence regarding Bancroft, Poxson, and Waldo Parks.

• Tree Canopy/Tree Application
• Playground update
• Kruger Landing update
• Ice Rink at Reutter Park update
• Correspondence regarding Bancroft, Poxson, and Waldo Parks

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety is reviewing resolutions regarding property safety and demolition. The agenda includes orders for 3422 Lowcroft Ave and a hearing for 2026 West Jolly Road.

• Orders to make safe or demolish property at 3422 Lowcroft Ave.
• Show Cause Hearing regarding safety/demolition orders for 2026 West Jolly Road.

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider resolutions to accept grants for the Lansing Police Department's automobile theft prevention and crisis assessment team. The committee will also introduce an ordinance regarding permit requirements for certain solicitors.

• Automobile Theft Prevention Authority grant acceptance
• Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) for Lansing Crisis Assessment Team
• Ordinance to repeal permitting requirements for charitable and religious solicitors

Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss introducing a resolution to amend Chapter 1300 regarding Marihuana Operations. Members will also consider an amendment to the FY 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan to include the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan.

• Resolution to amend Chapter 1300, Marihuana Operations
• Public hearing for Marihuana Operations amendments
• Amendment to the FY 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan
• Inclusion of HOME-ARP Allocation Plan

City Council

The City Council will vote on tax-related agreements for Stadium North Multi-Family Lofts and Senior Lofts. The agenda also includes setting public hearings for marijuana operations and licensing ordinances. Additionally, the council will review several grant acceptances for police services.

• Tax agreements (PILOT) for Stadium North Multi-Family Lofts and Senior Lofts
• Public hearing: Ordinance amending Chapter 1300, Marihuana Operations
• Grant acceptance: Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Grant for Lansing Police Department
• Development plan: South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Corridor Improvement Authority
• Traffic control orders to regulate parking in Old Town

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from two meetings held on September 9, 2022. The agenda also includes a financial update and an open forum for board members.

• Approval of TIFA Board Meeting Minutes from September 9, 2022
• Approval of TIFA Informational Meeting Minutes from September 9, 2022
• Financial Update

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will review financial updates, project progress, and the LEED program. The meeting also includes a transition update and a scheduled vote on the agency's branding and marketing plan.

• Vote on LEDC Branding and Marketing Plan
• Financials update
• LEED Program update
• Transition update
• Projects update

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board is meeting to vote on a land purchase agreement and two brownfield redevelopment plans. The agenda also includes an accelerated reimbursement request for the Moneyball project and a contract update for City Fix.

• Land Purchase Agreement Review and Approval
• Brownfield Plan #82 - RC Bottling Plant Redevelopment Project
• Brownfield Plan #83 – Moneyball Redevelopment Project
• Accelerated Reimbursement Request Brownfield Plan #83
• City Fix Contract Update

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

This meeting consists of procedural items and a financial update. The board will review minutes from the September 9, 2022, board and informational meetings.

• Approval of September 9, 2022, Board Meeting Minutes
• Approval of September 9, 2022, Informational Meeting Minutes
• Financial update

Election Commission

The Election Commission will discuss preparations for the upcoming November 8, 2022, election. This includes establishing an AV counting board and assigning election inspectors.

• Establishment of AV Counting Board for November 8, 2022 Election
• Assignment of Election Inspectors for November 8, 2022 Election

Committee on City Operations

The committee will consider resolutions to repeal licensing requirements for massage therapists and wreckers. Members will also review traffic control orders to regulate parking in Old Town. Additionally, the committee will receive notices regarding several liquor license applications and transfers.

• Resolution to repeal licensing requirements for massage therapists
• Resolution to repeal licensing requirements for wreckers
• Traffic Control Orders to regulate parking in Old Town
• Liquor license transfer for The Comfort Zone Cigar Lounge & Bar LLC at 600 South Pennsylvania Ave
• Liquor license transfer for BS Liquor Inc at 1701 W Willow St

Planning Commission

The Lansing Planning Board will consider special land use permit applications for two properties. These include a self-storage facility at 340 E. Edgewood Blvd. and an adult foster care home at 109 E. Randolph Street. The board will also review the minutes from the September 6, 2022, meeting.

• Special Land Use permit for a self-storage facility at 340 E. Edgewood Blvd.
• Rezoning and Special Land Use permit for 109 E. Randolph Street
• Proposed use of 109 E. Randolph Street as an adult foster care or large group home
• Approval of September 6, 2022, meeting minutes

Mayor's Arts and Culture Commission

The commission will elect new officers and address old business including Bridge Art I496. The meeting also includes updates on DNACE and the Mayor.

• Election of officers
• Bridge Art I496
• Rules of Procedure
• Board Member Responsibilities

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will review minutes from September 21, 2022. The committee will also consider a resolution to appoint Jennifer Hinze as a business owner member of the Downtown Lansing Inc. Board.

• Resolution to appoint Jennifer Hinze to the Downtown Lansing Inc. Board through June 30, 2025
• Review of September 21, 2022, meeting minutes

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is reviewing resolutions regarding two appointments to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Board. The items involve filling positions for the 1st Ward and 4th Ward.

• Appointment resolution for Kendall O'Connor (1st Ward)
• Appointment resolution for Randy Watkins (4th Ward)

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The LEPFA Board of Commissioners will review draft financials from August 22. The meeting includes a presentation on the LEPFA Strategic Plan and a request for approval regarding the Lansing Center website re-design.

• Lansing Center website re-design approval
• August 22 draft financials presentation
• LEPFA Strategic Plan presentation

Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board

The Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board will review a report on Wisehive Grant Software and the community forum schedule. The board also plans to address committee formation and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Report on Wisehive Grant Software
• Resignation of Charla Burnett
• Formation of HRCS Committees
• Proposed 2023 meeting schedule

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light will consider resolutions for 2022-2023 rate increases across electric, water, steam, and chilled water services. The board will also review audited financial statements and an internal audit plan. Additionally, the agenda includes communications regarding power outages and utility rates.

• 2022-2023 rate increases for electric, water, steam and chilled water
• Acceptance of FY2022 audited financial statements
• Acceptance of FY2023 internal audit plan
• Amendments to LBWL Rules of Procedure

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The Ad Hoc on Housing and Resident Safety committee will consider a report regarding policy updates and changes. The meeting also includes discussion of fiscal year 2023/2024 budget priorities.

• Committee Report on Recommendations for Policy Updates/Changes
• Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Budget Priorities
• Review of August 26 and September 9, 2022 minutes

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider several grant acceptances and fee changes for the Parks and Recreation Department. The committee will also discuss sole source purchase requests for sidewalk construction and equipment repairs. Members are scheduled to take action on budget priorities for fiscal years 2023/2024.

• Workers Compensation Settlement resolution
• Parks and Recreation Department fee changes
• Ingham County Parks and Trails Millage grant acceptance
• Sole source purchase discussion for Bossman Construction LLC sidewalk construction
• FY 2023/2024 Ways and Means Budget Priorities action

Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss budget priorities for fiscal year 2023/2024. The council will also consider adding Salvatore Prescott Porter & Porter, PLLC to the outside legal counsel list. A closed session is scheduled for a quarterly litigation update from the City Attorney.

• Addition of Salvatore Prescott Porter & Porter, PLLC to outside legal counsel
• Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget priorities
• Quarterly litigation update from the City Attorney

City Council

The City Council will review several rezoning requests and budget priorities for fiscal year 2023-2024. The agenda also includes consideration of various grant acceptances and proposed ordinances to repeal certain licensing requirements.

• Rezoning of 3220 and 3330 W. Miller Road to R-6B Urban Residential
• Rezoning of 3021 Aurelius Road to R-6B Urban Residential
• Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for Stadium North Multi-Family Lofts
• Traffic control orders to regulate parking in Old Town
• Ordinance to repeal licensing requirements for massage therapists

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The South MLK Jr. Corridor Improvement Authority Board of Directors is meeting to consider the approval of the S.MLK CIA Development & Finance Plan. The agenda also includes provisions for other business and public comment.

• Approval of S.MLK CIA Development & Finance Plan

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider rezoning requests for parcels on W Miller Road and Aurelius Road. The committee will also review Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreements for developments at 500 N Cedar and 1020 Hillsdale. Discussion regarding fiscal year 2023/2024 budget priorities is also scheduled.

• Rezoning of two vacant parcels between 3220 and 3330 W Miller Road
• Rezoning of 3021 Aurelius Road
• PILOT agreements for Stadium North Multi Family Lofts and Senior Lofts at 500 N Cedar
• PILOT agreement for Hillsdale Place at 1020 Hillsdale
• OPRA designation for 700 May Street

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will take action on fiscal year budget priorities and parking regulations in Old Town. The agenda also includes liquor license transfers and a claim appeal regarding trash fees.

• Action on Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Budget Priorities
• Parking regulation changes in Old Town
• $1,536 trash fee claim appeal for 4920 Christiansen Rd.
• Reappointment of John Shaski to the Capital Region Airport Authority Board
• Liquor license transfers and new permits

Board of Police Commissioners

This agenda consists of procedural items and departmental reports for the Board of Police Commissioners. It includes an educational presentation by Community Police Officer Glenn Briggs and the approval of August 16, 2022, minutes.

• Educational Presentation by Community Police Officer Glenn Briggs
• Approval of August 16th, 2022 meeting minutes
• Administrative Report from Chief Ellery Sosebee
• Reports from various Board committees including Budget and Complaint committees

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

This is the first informational meeting for the South Martin Luther King Jr. Corridor Improvement Authority. The board will receive information regarding the authority's goals and projects.

• Information on S.MLK CIA goals and projects

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The Board of Directors will meet to approve meeting minutes from August 25, 2022. The agenda also includes a vote on the S.MLK CIA Development & Finance Plan and an update regarding Logan Square.

• Approval of S.MLK CIA Meeting Minutes (August 25, 2022)
• Approval of S.MLK CIA Development & Finance Plan
• Logan Square Update

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority will review minutes from July and August 2022 meetings. The agenda includes a presentation by the Ingham County Land Bank and a discussion of projects.

• Approval of July 21, 2022, and August 18, 2022, meeting minutes
• Ingham County Land Bank presentation
• Discussion of projects

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider a resolution regarding orders to make safe or demolish a property located at 2026 West Jolly Road. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget priorities.

• Resolution for a Show Cause Hearing regarding safety or demolition orders at 2026 West Jolly Road
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget priorities

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The board will discuss revisions to applications for the 2023 grant process. The meeting also includes updates from the Mayor and DNCE.

• 2023 Grant Process application revisions
• Mayor Updates
• DNCE Updates

Committee on Development & Planning

The scheduled meeting for September 14, 2022, was canceled. All agenda items were moved to the following meeting on September 21, 2022.

• Rezoning of parcels on W Miller Road (moved to 9/21/2022)
• Rezoning of 3021 Aurelius Road (moved to 9/21/2022)
• PILOT agreements for Stadium North and Hillsdale Place (moved to 9/21/2022)
• OPRA for 700 May Street (moved to 9/21/2022)

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will review minutes from July 27, 2022. The committee is scheduled to hear a presentation and take action on the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 EDI budget priorities.

• Action on Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Equity Diversity and Inclusion Budget Priorities
• Presentation: Nation Outside
• Approval of July 27, 2022 minutes

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board will hold elections for the positions of Chair and Vice-Chair. The meeting includes reports from the Fire Marshal and Fire Chief, covering topics such as overtime pay and station transfers. An update on female bathroom access is also requested.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair officers
• Discussion regarding overtime pay article in City Pulse
• Update on personnel transfers from Station 1
• Update on female access to bathrooms

Lansing Park Board

The board will discuss the Groesbeck Study and upcoming Tree Canopy Thursday event. Updates are scheduled for playground installations, Kruger Landing, and cemetery sale results. The meeting also includes reviewing correspondence regarding Bancroft Park.

• Groesbeck Study discussion
• ARPA Funding update
• Tree Canopy Thursday event
• Playground installation updates
• Cemetery sale/vote results

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Police and Fire Retirement System Board is reviewing retirement applications, including conversions from duty disability to age and service retirement. The board is also processing requests for refunds of accumulated contributions.

• Retirement applications for John E. Lindsey (Fire) and Robert L. Tucker (Police)
• Refunds of accumulated contributions for De’Jeeiare Davis ($18,254.53) and Jacob Marckini ($19,246.44)
• August 2022 retirement allowances totaling $2,889,950.55
• Pending duty disability retirement applications for #2022 – P0719 and #2022 – F0720

Employees' Retirement System

The board will review membership updates and retirement allowance payments for September 2022. Discussion items include software estimates from Tegrit and Northern Trust banking service fees.

• Retirement allowances paid in September 2022: $2,023,257.65
• Refund request for Karac Brown: $6,762.77
• Tegrit – Arrivos Software estimate for additional hours
• Northern Trust Banking service fees

Joint Retirement Board of Trustee

The Joint Employees’ Retirement System and Police and Fire Retirement System Boards are conducting interviews for real estate management. The meeting includes sessions with AEW Capital Management, Prudential, and Principal Financial Group.

• Real estate management interviews with AEW Capital Management, Prudential, and Principal Financial Group

Board of Ethics

The Lansing Board of Ethics will elect a Chairperson and Co-Chairperson and establish its meeting schedule for 2023. The board will also address the Statement of Financial Interest for Joseph McDonald, Housing Ombudsman, HRCS.

• Election of Chairperson and Co-Chairperson
• 2023 Meeting Schedule
• Statement of Financial Interest (Joseph McDonald)

Committee on Ways and Means

The scheduled meeting for September 12, 2022, was canceled. All agenda items were moved to the regular meeting on September 26, 2022.

• Grant Acceptance: 2022 Offender Success Contract Bonus
• Sole Source Purchase: Bossman Construction LLC (sidewalk construction)
• Sole Source Purchase: Matoon and Lee Equipment (Lightnin' Mixer drive)
• Sole Source Purchase: Professional Pump (Wastewater Chopper Pump rebuild)
• FY 2023/2024 Ways and Means Budget Priorities

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed Board of Water and Light rate changes and fiscal year 2023/2024 budget priorities. The agenda also includes an overview regarding the status of the Lansing Township annexation ballot issue.

• Proposed Board of Water and Light rate changes
• Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) impacts
• Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget priorities
• Lansing Township annexation ballot issue status

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will discuss the procedure for establishing local historic districts. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a potential neighborhood survey and strategies for recruiting new commission members.

• Procedure for establishment of local historic districts
• Potential neighborhood survey and report
• Strategy for recruitment of Historic District Commission members
• Selection of officers

City Council

The council will review rezoning applications for properties on W. Miller Road and Aurelius Road. The agenda also includes consideration of Payment in Lieu of Taxes agreements for developments at 500 N. Cedar St. and 1020 West Hillsdale St. Additionally, the council will discuss amendments to the city's marijuana operations ordinance.

• Rezoning 3021 Aurelius Road from R-2 to R-6B residential
• PILOT agreements for Stadium North Multi-Family Lofts and Senior Lofts
• Amendments to Chapter 1300 regarding Marihuana Operations
• Expansion of the Downtown Social District to include Lansing Hotel Investors, LLC
• Claim appeals for trash fees, including $9,440 at 735 Chicago Ave.

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The Ad Hoc Committee on Housing and Resident Safety will discuss fiscal year 2023/2024 budget priorities. The committee is also scheduled to take action on a report regarding recommendations for policy updates and changes.

• Action on Committee Report on Recommendations for Policy Updates/Changes
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Budget Priorities

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

This is an informational meeting for the Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority. The agenda includes updates on TIFA goals and projects. No specific decisions or project details are provided in this agenda.

• Information on TIFA goals and projects

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will review financial updates and progress on the LEED Program and various projects. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding an LEDC brand refresh.

• Update on financials
• Transition update
• LEED Program update
• Projects update
• LEDC Brand Refresh discussion

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will meet to review several action items. These include a request for exemptions for Brownfield Plan #82, a contract with CityFix, and reimbursement payments for Brownfield Plan #62.

• Request for Exemptions Brownfield Plan #82
• Approval of Contract with CityFix
• Assignment of Reimbursement Payments Brownfield Plan #62

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) Board of Directors will hold a meeting for routine business. The agenda includes approval of the July 8, 2022, meeting minutes and public comment.

• Approval of July 8, 2022, meeting minutes

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board will meet to review financial reports and committee updates. The agenda includes discussions regarding downtown homelessness, a DEI consultant update, and the ARPA OTCA Sub-Grant Agreement.

• Review of monthly financials and year-end reports
• DEI Consultant Update discussion
• Discussion regarding homelessness downtown
• Updated budget review
• ARPA OTCA Sub-Grant Agreement

Board of Public Service

The Board will discuss road repair planning, ordering, and coordination. The snow ordinance for street parking is currently on hold.

• Road repair planning/order/coordination discussion
• Snow Ordinance Street Parking status (on hold)
• WWTP Division Tour following the October 13th meeting

Committee on City Operations

The committee will discuss budget priorities for fiscal years 2023-2024 and the Board of Public Service. Members will also consider expanding the Downtown Social District to include Lansing Hotel Investors, LLC. Additionally, several claim appeals regarding trash and board-up fees are up for resolution.

• Resolution to include Lansing Hotel Investors, LLC in the Downtown Social District
• Claim appeal for Mark Quinn for $9,440 in trash fees at 735 Chicago Avenue
• Claim appeal for Estate of Irene McKay for $3,272 in trash fees at 1351 Robertson St
• Discussion on Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Budget Priorities
• Discussion on Board of Public Service Budget Priorities for FY 2023-2024

Planning Commission

The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the August 8, 2022, special meeting. The board will also address new business regarding a property purchase on N Cedar St. No specific topics were listed for public hearings.

• Approval of August 8, 2022, special meeting minutes
• Purchase of property parcels on N Cedar St. (Act-6-2022)

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider a resolution for a Show Cause Hearing at 3422 Lowcroft Avenue. The committee will also discuss Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget priorities and receive an update on LHC-owned single-family housing.

• Show Cause Hearing resolution for 3422 Lowcroft Avenue
• LHC owned single family housing report update
• Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Budget Priorities discussion

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider rezoning 109 E. Randolph Street and a proposal for a 20-bed adult foster care facility at that location. The committee will also review several board appointments and reappointments.

• Rezoning of 109 E. Randolph from 'R-6A' to 'R-AR'
• Proposal for a 20-bed adult foster care group home at 109 E. Randolph Street
• Reappointment of Katie Alexander to the Planning Board
• Reappointment of Teresa Stokes to the MLK Jr. Blvd Corridor Improvement Authority
• Appointment of Tamera Carter to the Downtown Lansing, Inc. Board

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The LEPFA Board of Commissioners is conducting a strategic planning session regarding the agency's direction. The meeting includes an introduction by Dorothy Maxwell and a discussion about redesigning the Lansing Center website.

• Strategic planning session for LEPFA
• Discussion regarding Lansing Center Website re-design

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The Ad Hoc on Housing and Resident Safety will discuss recommendations to the Council. The committee will also discuss Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget priorities.

• Recommendations to Council
• Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Budget Priorities

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The Board of Directors will discuss the S.MLK CIA Development Plan. The agenda also includes an update on Logan Square and the approval of July 21, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Approval of July 21, 2022, meeting minutes
• S.MLK CIA Development Plan discussion
• Logan Square update

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and committee updates. Items for discussion include a cell phone reimbursement policy and a golf course consultant agreement. New business includes approving a website re-design for the Lansing Center and the Jackson Field Trane Agreement.

• Lansing Center Website Re-Design approval
• Jackson Field Trane Agreement
• Cell Phone Reimbursement Policy review
• Golf Course Consultant Agreement discussion

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for 1506 N. Grand River Avenue. The request involves changes to the allowable number of stories and building height limitations.

• Variance request for building height and story limits at 1506 N. Grand River Avenue

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will discuss budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2023/2024. The agenda also includes several grant acceptances and sole source purchase requests for city departments.

• Grant acceptance: Cities for Financial Empowerment “FE Cities Expert Mentor”
• Grant acceptance: Byrne Justice Assistance Grant for the Law Department
• Sole source purchase: Bossman Construction LLC for sidewalk construction
• Sole source purchase: All City Management Services for School Crossing Guard Services
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget priorities

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a liquor license resolution for Old Bag of Nails Pub at 210 Cascade Blvd. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Red Cedar Drain Assessment Update.

• Liquor license resolution for Old Bag of Nails Pub - Lansing, LLC at 210 Cascade Blvd
• Red Cedar Drain Assessment Update from Public Service & Finance

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests, including a proposal for an adult foster care home at 109 E. Randolph Street. The council is also scheduled to consider grant acceptances and various tax abatement ordinances.

• Rezoning and special land use for 109 E. Randolph Street
• PILOT ordinance for 1900 S. Cedar St.
• CFE Fund grant acceptance for "FE Cities Expert Mentor"
• Byrne Justice Assistance Grant acceptance
• Liquor license application for Old Bag of Nails Pub at 210 Cascade Blvd.

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The South MLK Jr. Corridor Improvement Authority will discuss its development plan. The board will also receive an update on Logan Square and review minutes from the July 21, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of July 21, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding the S.MLK CIA Development Plan
• Logan Square update

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

This is an informational meeting for the Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority. The board will review the project matrix, financial reports, and receive an update on the ARPA proposal.

• Approval of July 21, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of Project Matrix
• SSCIA Financials
• ARPA Proposal update

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will discuss safety protocols for City Hall, courts, security, and building maintenance. The meeting also includes a review of an ED&P report on LHC property inspections and discussion of fiscal year 2023/2024 budget priorities.

• Safety protocols for City Hall, courts, security, and building maintenance
• ED&P report on LHC property inspections
• Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget priorities

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The board will review minutes from July 21, 2022, and address new business regarding the Arts Council Board. The meeting also includes updates on the 2023 grant process and reports from the Mayor and DNCE.

• Arts Council Board discussion
• 2023 Grant Process update

Joint Retirement Board of Trustee

The boards will review retirement applications for fire and civilian employees. They will also examine secretary's reports regarding membership changes and monthly retirement allowances. The agenda includes investment reviews and system business updates.

• Retirement application for Gregory M. Smith (Fire)
• Retirement application for Patti Starnes (Fire/Civilian)
• Refund of accumulated contributions for Adam Duncan ($5,486.58)
• 2nd Quarter Investment Review and July Investment Report
• Real Estate Discussion/Search

Board of Police Commissioners

The meeting consists of routine procedural items and departmental updates. It includes an educational presentation, an administrative report from Chief Ellery Sosebee, and legal and human resources updates. Various committee reports regarding budget, recruitment, and complaints are also scheduled.

• Approval of July 19th, 2022 meeting minutes
• Educational presentation by Jordan Gulkis
• Administrative report from Chief Ellery Sosebee
• Legal update from Assistant City Attorney Mary Bowen
• Human Resources report from Director Linda Sanchez-Gazella

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The Ad Hoc on Housing and Resident Safety committee will discuss fiscal year 2023/2024 budget priorities. The meeting includes a presentation regarding the housing role of Economic Development and Planning. Members will also discuss ordinance updates and recommendations to Council.

• FY 2023/2024 budget priority discussions
• Presentation on housing role by Director Brian McGrain
• Discussion of ordinance updates
• Discussion of recommendations to Council

Board of Public Service

The Board will discuss and consider approving proposed budget resolutions for fiscal year 2023/2024. The meeting also addresses the status of street parking in the snow ordinance.

• Proposed FY 23/24 Board of Public Service Budget Resolutions
• Snow Ordinance Street Parking (on hold)
• September Division Tour – O&M/CART

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding 1506 N. Grand River Avenue. The application seeks variances to the allowable number of stories and building height limitations.

• Variance request for building height and story limits at 1506 N. Grand River Avenue (BZA-4077.22)

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will review several rezoning proposals and Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreements. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding fiscal year 2022/2023 budget priorities.

• Rezoning vacant parcels between 3220 and 3330 W. Miller Road to R-6B
• Rezoning 3021 Aurelius Road from R-2 to R-6B
• OPRA Certificate for Summit Street Development LLC at 700 May St.
• PILOT agreements for Stadium North Multi-Family and Senior Lofts at 500 N. Cedar St.
• Discussion on FY 2022/2023 budget priorities

Demolition Board/Code Enforcement

The Demolition Board will meet on August 25, 2022, to address old business regarding three property cases. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and public comment. No new business is listed for this meeting.

• Case D2022-009: 304 Regent Street
• Case D2022-008: 3417 Stabler Street
• Case D2022-007: 1919 S Washington Ave

Committee of the Whole

The Committee will discuss FY 2023/2024 budget priorities and review HUD findings regarding CDBG housing rehabilitation requirements. The agenda also includes ballot proposals for the annexation of Lansing Township Area A and Area B.

• Ballot proposal: Annexation of Lansing Township Area A
• Ballot proposal: Annexation of Lansing Township Area B
• Presentation on HUD findings regarding CDBG housing rehabilitation non-compliance
• Reappointment of Kenric Hall to the LEPFA Board of Commissioners
• Appointment of Eric Schertzing to the Board of Review

Planning Commission

The Lansing Planning Board will hold a special meeting to discuss amendments to Chapter 1300 of the Lansing Codified Ordinances. The proposed changes reflect new rules from the Cannabis Regulatory Agency and add a process for temporary marihuana events.

• Amendments to Chapter 1300 of the Lansing Codified Ordinances
• New section to codify the process for temporary marihuana events
• Approval of July 5, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review ballot proposals for the annexation of two areas from Lansing Township into the City of Lansing. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a PILOT ordinance and several board appointments.

• Ballot proposals to annex Lansing Township areas A and B
• Public hearing for a PILOT ordinance at 1900 S. Cedar St.
• Sole source purchase for sidewalk construction by Bossman Construction LLC
• Acceptance of the Byrne Justice Assistance Grant for the Law Department
• Liquor license requests for Old Bag of Nails Pub and Harry's Lounge Inc.

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board will meet to discuss updates to the organization's bylaws and insurance benefits. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding City ARPA dollars.

• Bylaws update
• Insurance benefits
• City ARPA dollars
• Old Town updates
• Monthly financials and year-end reports

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 the July 8, 2022, meeting minutes and hold an open forum.

• Approval of TIFA Board Meeting Minutes – Friday, July 8, 2022

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will meet to review financial updates and a transition update. The meeting includes votes on an employee medical benefits plan and the FY2023 City of Lansing Façade Program contract. Updates on the LEED program and Logan Square Redevelopment Plan are also scheduled.

• Approval of Cafeteria Plan - Employee Medical Benefits
• Approval of FY2023 City of Lansing Façade Program Contract
• Update on Logan Square Redevelopment Plan
• LEED Program Update

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The LBRA meeting agenda consists of routine procedural items. No substantive projects or contracts are listed for discussion.

• Approval of July 8, 2022, meeting minutes

Committee on Public Safety

The Lansing Committee on Public Safety meeting scheduled for August 4, 2022, was canceled. No items were discussed or acted upon.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding a roof project at 200 W Ottawa St. The commission will also review the July 11, 2022 minutes and discuss historic preservation outreach.

• Public hearing for section tear-off and reroof with slate at 200 W Ottawa St.
• Approval of July 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding historic preservation outreach

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will review a presentation regarding the Traffic Stop Policy Update. The committee will also discuss the City Tree Canopy Review and proposed economic justice policies from the Office of Financial Empowerment Programs.

• Traffic Stop Policy Update presentation
• City Tree Canopy Review discussion/action
• Proposed Economic Justice Policies from the Office of Financial Empowerment Programs

Election Commission

The Lansing Election Commission will conduct a public test of equipment for the upcoming August 2, 2022 election. The meeting also includes approval of the July 5, 2022 minutes and the current agenda.

• Public test of equipment for the August 2, 2022 election
• Approval of July 5, 2022 meeting minutes

Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board

This special meeting is for the orientation of the Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board. The board will approve the agenda and minutes from May 31, 2022. Discussions include department programs, finances, and board responsibilities.

• Letter from Eastside Community Action Center
• Orientation on department programs and finance
• Review of board roles and individual member responsibilities
• Ethics training video from the Office of City Attorney

Board of Water and Light

The Board will elect officers for the 2022-2023 fiscal year and review various committee reports. The meeting includes resolutions for appointing a Corporate Secretary, Internal Auditor, and Director and General Manager. The Board will also address communications regarding employment concerns and power line issues.

• Appointment of Corporate Secretary, Internal Auditor, and Director and General Manager
• Election of FY 2022-2023 Officers
• Electric Annuals Capital Project Exceedance Resolution
• 401(a) DC Plan 2 Restatement Resolution

Committee of the Whole

The Committee will review the Board of Water and Light's annual report, 2023 budget, and capital forecast for fiscal years 2023-2028. The agenda also includes discussions on utility rules of procedure and a ballot proposal for a public safety building and equipment bond. Additionally, the committee will address the process for ARPA fund allocation.

• Board of Water and Light FY 2023 budget and capital forecast
• Public Safety Building and Equipment Bond Proposal
• ARPA Fund Allocation process
• Board of Water and Light Rules of Procedure

City Council

The Lansing City Council will review a ballot proposal for a Public Safety Building and Equipment Bond. The agenda also includes American Rescue Plan Act budget appropriations and several rezoning requests.

• Ballot Proposal: Public Safety Building and Equipment Bond
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) 2nd Tranche Budget Appropriation
• Rezoning requests for W. Miller Road and Aurelius Road
• Orders to make safe or demolish properties on Dakin St, Hughes Rd, and Maloney St
• Special Land Use Permit for adult foster care at 109 E. Randolph Street

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The Ad Hoc Committee on Housing and Resident Safety will review minutes from the July 8, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation regarding "Community Court" by Judge Kristen Simmons of the 54-A District Court. Members will also discuss updates to the Chapter 297 Human Rights Ordinance and potential recommendations to Council.

• Presentation: "Community Court" by Judge Kristen Simmons
• Discussion: Updates to Chapter 297 - Human Rights Ordinance
• Discussion: Recommendations to Council

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The board will review minutes from the March 17, 2022 meeting and delegate treasurer duties. The agenda also includes discussions on the Development & Finance Plan, an ARPA proposal, and S. MLK cleanup efforts.

• Approval of March 17, 2022 minutes
• Delegation of Treasurer duties
• Development & Finance Plan review
• ARPA proposal discussion
• S. MLK Clean Up discussion

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority Board of Directors will vote to approve May 2022 meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding the LEDC transition and an ARPA proposal. Additionally, the board will receive updates on neighborhood and energy prosperity grants.

• Approval of May 2022 meeting minutes
• LEDC Transition discussion
• ARPA Proposal review
• Fall Neighborhood Grant update
• Consumers Energy Prosperity Grant update

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider resolutions regarding property safety and demolitions at four specific locations. The committee will also review quarterly reports on violation notices and discuss amending recreational fire burning permit timeframes.

• Resolutions to make safe or demolish properties at 1224 Dakin St., 5017 Hughes Rd., 5019 Pleasant Grove Rd., and 3025 Maloney St.
• Quarterly reporting on Chapter 1460, Section 1 violation notices and compliance orders
• Discussion regarding amendments to recreational fire burning permit timeframes

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The Mayor’s Neighborhood Advisory Board meeting consists of procedural items and administrative updates. The agenda includes electing a secretary and discussing the 2023 grant process.

• Election of Secretary
• Review of Rules of Procedure
• Discussion of 2023 Grant Process

Police & Fire Retirement System

The board is reviewing retirement applications for two fire department members and two duty disability requests. A report shows June 2022 retirement allowances totaled $3,078,401.78. The annual budget remains tabled.

• Retirement applications for Paul S. Cleaveland and Kevin L. Christiansen (Fire)
• Two duty disability retirement requests
• Refund request of $11,232.51 for Joshua Lee Oldham
• June 2022 retirement allowances totaling $3,078,401.78
• Annual budget remains tabled

Employees' Retirement System

The Employees’ Retirement System Board will review membership updates, including new members and recent deaths. The board will also consider age and service retirement requests for two employees. Additionally, the meeting includes reports on monthly investments and legal counsel.

• June 2022 retirement allowances totaling $2,031,961.44
• Age and service retirement request for Joseph Anderson, effective August 5, 2022
• Age and service retirement request for Melissa L. Ouderkirk, effective September 8, 2022
• Report on membership changes and recent deaths

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations is reviewing a noise special permit for Saturday construction on Pennsylvania Avenue through Fall 2022. The committee will also consider an ordinance amendment regarding waste hauler licensing and appointments to the Park Board and Board of Public Service.

• Noise special permit for Pennsylvania Avenue reconstruction on Saturdays through Fall 2022
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 1060, Licensing of Waste Haulers
• Reappointment of Samara Morgan to the Board of Public Service
• Appointment of Joan Lenhard to the Park Board
• Consideration of Special Assessment for Winter 2021-2022 snow and ice removal

Board of Police Commissioners

The Lansing Board of Police Commissioners scheduled a monthly meeting including an educational presentation by Social Work Unit Supervisor Jessica Martin. The agenda lists various committee and department reports, though specific topics for new business are not detailed in the document.

• Approval of June 21, 2022, meeting minutes
• Educational presentation by Jessica Martin, Social Work Unit Supervisor
• Administrative report from Chief Ellery Sosebee
• Legal update from Assistant City Attorney Mary Bowen
• Human Resources report from Director Linda Sanchez-Gazella

City Council

The Lansing City Council is holding a special meeting to consider legislative matters. The agenda includes consideration of Brownfield Plan #81 for the NEOGEN expansion at 720 East Shiawassee Street.

• Brownfield Plan #81: NEOGEN Expansion, 720 East Shiawassee Street

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board will meet to discuss bylaws updates and the appointment of a new Board Treasurer. The agenda also includes reviews of monthly financials and reports on Old Town and Lake State.

• Appointment of Board Treasurer Trevor Benoit
• Bylaws update
• DEI Facilitator RFQ
• Monthly Financials & Year-End report

Board of Public Service

The regular meeting of the Lansing Board of Public Service scheduled for July 14, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Lansing Housing Commission

The Lansing Housing Commission approved an application to HUD for the disposition of up to 235 scattered site public housing units via the Section 18 program. The commission also authorized granting up to 235 project-based vouchers to SK Michigan Real Estate Development LLC. These actions involve a plan to sell units and maintain affordability for at least 20 years.

• Resolution 1338: Application to dispose of up to 235 scattered site public housing units via HUD's Section 18 program
• Resolution 1339: Granting up to 235 project-based vouchers to SK Michigan Real Estate Development LLC
• Agreement to maintain affordability for 20 years on purchased scattered site units

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider several resolutions regarding land use and appointments. This includes setting public hearings for rezoning and a special land use permit at 109 E. Randolph Street. The committee will also review a Brownfield Plan for NEOGEN Expansion and a PILOT program for 1900 S. Cedar St.

• Rezoning of 109 E. Randolph from 'R-6A' to 'R-AR'
• Special Land Use Permit for a 20-bed adult foster care home at 109 E. Randolph Street
• Brownfield Plan #81 for NEOGEN Expansion at 720 East Shiawassee Street
• Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for Walter French at 1900 S. Cedar St.
• Reappointment of Cassandra Nelson to the Historic District Commission

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will conduct elections for the positions of Chair and Vice-Chair. The meeting includes a presentation from Fire Marshal Mark Burger and an administration report regarding overtime pay and station transfers. The board will also receive an update on female bathroom access.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Presentation by Fire Marshal Mark Burger
• Discussion regarding overtime pay and station transfers
• Update on female bathroom access issue
• Approval of May 11, 2022 meeting minutes

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will conduct an election of officers and review the Park Hours Ordinance and River Trail Speed. The board will also receive updates on Cambridge, Art at Rotary, and the Pedway Project. Correspondence regarding North Cemetery will be reviewed.

• Election of Officers
• Park Hours Ordinance discussion
• River Trail Speed discussion
• Updates on Cambridge, Art at Rotary, and Pedway Project
• Correspondence regarding North Cemetery ballot

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will review disclosure affidavits and statements of financial interest for specific roles. The meeting also includes a report regarding the resignation of Lori Adams Simon.

• Affidavit of Disclosure, Terry C. Cannon, Building Inspector, EDP
• Statement of Financial Interest, Paul Dripchak, HRCS Advisory Board
• Proposed revisions to Statement of Financial Interests Form
• Report on the resignation of Lori Adams Simon

Committee on Ways and Means

The committee will consider resolutions regarding grant acceptances and a public hearing request. Items include the AARP Community Challenge Grant and the Tri-County Office on Aging 2023-2025 Multi Year Plan. The agenda also includes an appointment to the Income Tax Board of Review.

• Appointment of Peter Jones to the Income Tax Board of Review
• Acceptance of the AARP Community Challenge Grant
• Approval of Tri-County Office on Aging 2023-2025 Multi Year Plan
• Public hearing for MEDC Support Grant

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will discuss an ordinance to amend Chapter 1460 and the International Property Maintenance Code. The proposal covers the issuance of trash, weed, and grass violation notices and compliance orders. It also addresses the appeals process and the city's authority to abate uncorrected violations and recover costs.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 1460 and the International Property Maintenance Code
• Provisions for trash, weed, and grass violation notices
• Compliance orders and an appeals process
• City authority to abate uncorrected violations and recover costs

Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider a ballot proposal for a Public Safety Building and Equipment Bond. The agenda also includes an ARPA 2nd tranche budget appropriation and an amendment to the LBWL Return on Equity Agreement. Additionally, there is a discussion regarding HUD findings related to CDBG housing rehabilitation requirements.

• Ballot proposal for Public Safety Building and Equipment Bond
• ARPA 2nd tranche budget appropriation
• LBWL Return on Equity Agreement Amendment #6
• Reappointments to the Board of Police Commissioners, Downtown Lansing Inc., and Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority
• Capital Region Airport Authority updates

City Council

The City Council will consider a ballot proposal for a Public Safety Building and Equipment Bond. The agenda includes an ordinance regarding trash, weed, and grass violation notices as well as property demolition orders. The council will also review the Board of Water and Light's annual report and budget.

• Ballot Proposal: Public Safety Building and Equipment Bond Proposal
• Ordinance for passage regarding trash, weed, and grass violation notices
• Show cause hearings for orders to make safe or demolish properties on Dakin St., Hughes Rd., Pleasant Grove Road, and Maloney Street
• Noise special permit request for Pennsylvania Avenue reconstruction
• Claim appeal for $1010 in trash violation fees at 1610 S. Cedar St.

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The committee will hear presentations regarding residential form-based code from the City of Lansing Economic Development and Planning. The agenda also includes a discussion on updates to Chapter 297- Human Rights Ordinance.

• Presentation on Form Based Code Residential
• Discussion of updates to Chapter 297- Human Rights Ordinance
• Presentation from Real Estate Association
• Presentation from Home Builders Association of Greater Lansing

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will review financial updates and progress on the LEED Program. The meeting includes action items regarding micro-loan requests for Irie Smoke Shack and Osteria Vegana.

• Micro-loan request for Irie Smoke Shack
• Micro-loan request for Osteria Vegana
• LEED Program update
• Financial update

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The LBRA Board will review the June 10, 2022, meeting minutes and receive an update regarding the NEOGEN Brownfield Plan #81. The agenda also includes a primer on the Brownfield Program.

• NEOGEN Brownfield Plan #81 Update
• Approval of June 10, 2022, meeting minutes
• Brownfield Program Primer

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority. The agenda includes approval of minutes from June 10, 2022, and opportunities for public comment.

• Approval of June 10, 2022, meeting minutes

Election Commission

The Election Commission will discuss administrative preparations for the upcoming August 2, 2022, election. This includes establishing an AV counting board and assigning election inspectors.

• Establishment of AV Counting Board for August 2, 2022 Election
• Assignment of Election Inspectors for August 2, 2022 Election
• Approval of April 26, 2022 minutes

Planning Commission

The Lansing Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding two rezoning applications. These proposals seek to change residential zoning classifications to "R-6B" Urban Residential for properties on W. Miller Road and Aurelius Road.

• Rezoning of vacant parcels between 3220 & 3330 W. Miller Road from R-3 to R-6B
• Rezoning of 3021 Aurelius Road from R-2 to R-6B
• Approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes

Lansing Housing Commission

The Commission will consider several resolutions, including the FY2023 Operating Budget and an annual plan. The meeting includes votes on applying for the disposition of 235 scattered-site public housing units and granting 235 project-based vouchers to SK Michigan Real Estate Development.

• Approval of FY2023 Operating Budget
• Application for the disposition of 235 scattered-site public housing units
• Granting 235 project-based vouchers to SK Michigan Real Estate Development
• Approval of Annual plan
• Approval of revised Education Reimbursement policy

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors is holding a special meeting to consider an employment offer for the organization's President and CEO. The agenda also includes a board member forum, other business, and public comment.

• Employment offer for LEDC President & CEO (Action item)

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Board will hear committee reports regarding financials, personnel, and strategic planning. This includes reviewing draft financials and the pension plan restatement. A closed session is proposed for discussing the CEO evaluation.

• GLCVB presentation by Julie Pingston
• May 22 Draft Financials presentation
• Pension Plan Restatement discussion
• CEO Evaluation procedures and closed session move
• Groesbeck Strategic plan update

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider resolutions regarding city grants and appointments. These include reviewing applications for the Community Corrections Program and the MEDC Support Grant. The committee will also address appointments to the Income Tax Board of Review.

• Appointments to the Income Tax Board of Review
• Offender Success Contract Bonus resolution
• Community Corrections Program Subcontracts grant application
• Michigan Economic Development Center (MEDC) Support Grant
• Amended Community Development Block Grant for 2022-2026

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a year-end budget amendment and the re-adoption of codified ordinances. The meeting includes an annual report presentation from the Capital Area District Library. A closed session is also scheduled to consult with the City Attorney regarding pending litigation.

• FY20221/2022 Year End Budget Amendment resolution
• Re-Adopting the Codified Ordinances ordinance
• Capital Area District Library (CADL) Annual Report presentation

City Council

The Lansing City Council will consider several ordinances, budget amendments, and appointments. The agenda includes reviews of liquor licenses and property demolition orders. The council will also hold public hearings regarding noise permits and brownfield plans.

• Rezoning and special land use for a 20-bed adult foster care home at 109 E. Randolph
• Public hearing for NEOGEN Expansion Brownfield Plan #81 at 720 East Shiawassee Street
• $8,000 claim disposition for trash fees at 1241 South Holmes Street
• Noise special permit for Pennsylvania Avenue reconstruction through November 30, 2022
• Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and vacancy factor allocation

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The Ad Hoc on Housing and Resident Safety committee will review minutes from the June 3, 2022 meeting. A presentation regarding 'Community Court' will be given by Judge Kristen Simmons of the 54-A District Court. No specific items are listed for discussion or action.

• Presentation on 'Community Court' by Judge Kristen Simmons

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee will consider several resolutions regarding board appointments and development plans. The agenda includes discussing an amended agreement for the Local Development Finance Authority and a plan amendment for the Lansing Regional SmartZone.

• Public hearing for NEOGEN expansion at 720 East Shiawassee Street
• Amendment to the Lansing Regional SmartZone development plan
• Reappointment of Emily Jefferson to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Appointment of Kris Klein to the Local Development Finance Authority Board
• Adoption of an amended agreement for LDFA operations

Police & Fire Retirement System

The board is reviewing retirement applications for three police officers. The meeting includes a report on May 2022 retirement payments totaling $3,041,981.51. The Police and Fire Annual Budget remains tabled.

• Retirement applications for Janelle M. Berry, Jacob Sinke, and Dylan R. Zehr
• Refund request of $19,695.77 for Jacob Kocan
• Report of $3,041,981.51 in retirement allowances paid in May 2022
• Status update on the Police and Fire Annual Budget (tabled)

Employees' Retirement System

The Board is reviewing membership updates, including eight new members and two deaths. The meeting includes consideration of retirement requests and disability applications. Additionally, the Employees Retirement System Budget remains tabled.

• Retirement allowances paid in May 2022: $2,021,932.74
• Age and service retirement request for Sheryl L Crawford
• Pending duty disability application #2021-E1108
• Trustee election results for terms ending June 30, 2022
• Tabled item: Employees Retirement System Budget

Committee on City Operations

The Committee will consider resolutions to set public hearings for a noise waiver and a snow removal special assessment. The agenda also includes liquor license notices and a claim appeal regarding trash fees.

• Public hearing for a noise waiver on Pennsylvania Ave from Mt Hope Ave to Health Care Court
• Public hearing for a snow and ice removal special assessment for Winter 2021-2022
• Claim appeal by Keith Kreutzer for $8,000 of trash fees at 1241 South Holmes Street
• Liquor license requests from Pablo's Panaderia, LLC and The Old Bag of Nails Pub-Lansing, LCC

Board of Police Commissioners

The meeting consists of departmental reports and an educational presentation by a crime analyst. The agenda also includes committee updates on budget, recruitment, and complaints.

• Educational presentation by Crime Analyst Amanda Hall
• Administrative report from Chief Ellery Sosebee
• Approval of May 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Committee reports regarding budget, recruitment, and complaints

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee will consider an ordinance amendment regarding trash, weed, and grass violation enforcement. The agenda also includes reviews of orders to make safe or demolish specific properties and discussions on electric scooters.

• Ordinance amendment for property maintenance violations and cost recovery
• Orders to Make Safe or Demolish at 3337 Viking Road
• Show Cause Hearings for properties on Dakin Street, Hughes Road, Pleasant Grove Road, and Maloney Street
• Discussion regarding electric scooters
• Discussion regarding Mutual Aid; LFD

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will review several Statements of Financial and Personal Interest for various city officials. The meeting also includes a report regarding the resignation of Secretary Constance Doyle.

• Review of Statements of Financial and Personal Interest for city officials
• Report on the resignation of Secretary Constance Doyle

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will discuss or act on budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) 2nd Tranche Budget Appropriation.

• Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget Amendment resolution
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) 2nd Tranche Budget Appropriation resolution

Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss a resolution to amend the City Charter to allow individuals with felony convictions to be eligible for appointment to boards, commissions, or committees. The meeting also includes a budget Q&A and a presentation on police and fire infrastructure.

• Resolution for City Charter amendment regarding appointment eligibility
• FY2022/2023 Budget Question and Answers
• Police/Fire Infrastructure Presentation
• Reappointments

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding trash, weed, and grass violation notices and the city's authority to abate uncorrected violations. The agenda also includes a tax increment financing amendment for the Lansing Regional SmartZone and several property safety hearings. Additionally, the council will review various liquor license requests and noise permits for construction.

• Ordinance for trash, weed, and grass violation notices and abatement
• LDFA Tax Increment Financing and Development Plan Amendment for Lansing Regional SmartZone
• Charter Amendment regarding board eligibility for individuals with felony convictions
• $4,040.90 claim appeal for fees at 225 East Hazel St.
• Noise special permit request for construction on Grand River Ave.

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will meet to review financial updates and transition progress. The board is scheduled to take action on several items, including the FY2022/2023 economic development contract with the City of Lansing and new budgets.

• FY2022/2023 LEDC & City of Lansing Economic Development Contract
• LEDC & LEAP Memorandum of Understanding
• Approval of FY2021/2022 LEDC Budget Amendment
• Approval of FY2022/2023 LEDC Budget
• Closed session discussion regarding LEDC employment

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The LBRA Board will consider the NEOGEN Brownfield Plan #81 for approval. The meeting also includes votes on budget amendments for FY2021/2022 and the new budget for FY2022/2023. Updates regarding financial status and PAC and RAP applications are also scheduled.

• NEOGEN Brownfield Plan #81
• FY2021/2022 LBRA Budget Amendment
• FY2022/2023 LBRA Budget
• Update on PAC and RAP Application

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority will review financial updates and previous meeting minutes. The board is also scheduled to take action on the FY2021/2022 LBRA budget amendment and the FY2022/2023 LBRA budget.

• Approval of FY2021/2022 LBRA Budget Amendment
• Approval of FY2022/2023 LBRA Budget
• Financial update

Board of Public Service

The Board will conduct an election for officers and review reports from the Engineering and Traffic Engineering divisions. Members are also scheduled to discuss budget resolutions for fiscal year 2023/2024. The agenda includes an update on snow ordinance street parking, which is currently on hold.

• Election of officers
• Discussion of FY 23/24 budget resolutions
• Snow Ordinance Street Parking (on hold)
• July Division Tour – Wastewater Treatment Plant

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board will meet to review financial reports and committee updates. Key action items include budget adoption and an assessment review. The agenda also includes reports on Old Town and Lake State.

• Budget adoption
• Assessment review & update
• CMA Steering Committee discussion
• DEI facilitator next steps
• Upcoming board seats

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a parking requirement variance for an adult foster care home. The board will also review a request to reconsider a driveway variance for 545 Paris Avenue.

• Parking variance for a 20-bed, State-licensed, adult foster care home at 109 E. Randolph Street
• Request for reconsideration of a variance to permit two driveways at 545 Paris Avenue

Board of Fire Commissioners

A notice was issued stating that the June 8, 2022, meeting of the Lansing Board of Fire Commissioners was cancelled. No other agenda items were provided in the document.

• Meeting cancellation

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will review minutes from the May 11, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation by TMYL and discussion regarding the Park Hours Ordinance.

• Review of May 11, 2022, board meeting minutes
• TMYL presentation
• Park Hours Ordinance

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider a noise special permit for MDOT construction on Grand River Avenue between 8:00 PM and 7:00 AM. The agenda also includes waste hauler licensing amendments and several liquor license applications.

• Noise special permit for MDOT construction on Grand River Ave.
• Special assessment roll for Principal Shopping District FY 2022-2023.
• Second public hearing for amending waste hauler licensing ordinances.
• Claim appeals for trash violation fees at S. Cedar St., East Hazel St., and South Holmes Street.
• Liquor license transfers and new applications from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a rezoning and special land use permit for 109 E. Randolph Street. The proposal involves establishing an adult foster care home for up to 20 residents.

• Rezoning of 109 E. Randolph Street from R-6A to R-AR
• Special Land Use Permit for a state-licensed adult foster care/large group home at 109 E. Randolph Street

Committee on Ways and Means

The committee will review American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) spending plan presentations for the Department of Public Service, Lansing Police Department, and Lansing Fire Department. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the second tranche budget appropriation for ARPA funds.

• ARPA spending plan presentation: Department of Public Service
• ARPA spending plan presentation: Lansing Police Department
• ARPA spending plan presentation: Lansing Fire Department
• Discussion on ARPA 2nd tranche budget appropriation

Mayor's Arts and Culture Commission

The Mayor’s Arts and Culture Commission will conduct an election of officers and discuss Bridge Art. The meeting also includes the approval of the agenda and previous board meeting minutes.

• Election of officers
• Discussion of Bridge Art
• Approval of board meeting minutes

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The Ad Hoc on Housing and Resident Safety will review minutes from the May 13, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes a presentation regarding "Community Court" by Judge Kristen Simmons. The committee will also discuss an ordinance for tenant relocation assistance.

• Presentation on "Community Court" by Judge Kristen Simmons of the 54-A District Court
• Discussion and action on Tenant Relocation Assistance ordinance
• Review of May 13, 2022, meeting minutes

Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board

The board will introduce new advisory board members and provide departmental updates. The meeting also includes completing financial interest forms for new members and distributing tickets for a Lugnuts Game Fellowship event on June 23, 2022.

• Introduction of new HRCS Advisory Board members
• Completion of Statement of Financial Interest forms for new members
• Distribution of tickets for the June 23, 2022, Lugnuts Game Fellowship

Joint Retirement Board of Trustee

The boards will review retirement applications for police, fire, and city employees. They will also examine quarterly expense reports and annual budgets for both systems. The meeting includes presentations on banking services and investment performance.

• Retirement applications for Brent A. Erk, Michael Schulte, Bonnie J. White, Steven E. Rogers, and Steve Vanacker
• Review of quarterly expense reports and annual budgets for P&F and ERS systems
• Request for refund of accumulated contributions for Eric Brewer totaling $29,125.07
• Northern Trust presentation regarding banking services
• Asset Consulting Group investment performance update

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The committee will review minutes from the May 11, 2022 meeting. Members will discuss potential policies regarding Lansing Police Department complaint processes and updates on traffic stops. The committee will also consider a resolution regarding climate protection and environmental justice.

• Resolution on Climate Protection and Environmental Justice
• Discussion of LPD process and complaint business card
• Update on traffic stops
• Review of May 11, 2022 minutes

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review reports on the state of Downtown Lansing and draft financial statements. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a pension plan restatement and updates to the strategic plan.

• DLI presentation on state of Downtown Lansing
• April 22 Draft Financials presentation
• Pension Plan Restatement discussion
• Strategic Plan Update
• Groesbeck Strategic Plan discussion

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light will review committee reports and communications regarding power outages and smart meter installation. Action items include resolutions for investment policies, the drinking water revolving fund, and the FY 2023-2028 budget.

• FY 2023-2028 Budget and Forecast Resolution
• Return on Equity (ROE) Renewal
• DB Investment Policy Statement Resolution
• VEBA Investment Policy Statement Resolution
• Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Resolution

Committee on Ways and Means

The committee will discuss the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) second tranche budget appropriation and a spending plan for the Financial Empowerment Center. The agenda also includes consideration of a grant acceptance for the Eviction Diversion Initiative and a sole source purchase request for two samplers.

• Grant acceptance for Eviction Diversion Initiative
• ARPA second tranche budget appropriation discussion
• Sole source purchase of two ISCO 5800 Samplers from Hamlett Engineering Sales Co.
• Financial Empowerment Center ARPA spending plan presentation

Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss a resolution regarding polling place changes and voting locations. The meeting also includes receiving several status reports, including the General Fund and employment vacancy levels.

• Resolution for establishing precinct voting locations
• General Fund Status Report (FY 2021-2022 Third Quarter)
• Employment Vacancy Factor Report (FY 2021-2022 Third Quarter)
• Executive Order 2022-02 regarding Public Art Policy Adoption

City Council

The council will review an ordinance regarding trash, weed, and grass violation notices and nuisance abatement. Other agenda items include a budget amendment and polling place changes.

• Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget Amendment (PEND-2851)
• Ordinance for trash, weed, and grass violation notices (PEND-2893)
• Principal Shopping District special assessment roll (PEND-2866)
• Noise permit for construction on Grand River Ave (PEND-2906)
• City Charter Amendment regarding board appointment eligibility (PEND-2909)

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The SSCIA Board of Directors will vote on amending the 2021-2022 budget and adopting the proposed budget for 2022-2022. The meeting also includes updates regarding neighborhood grants, LEDC transition, and EV charging stations.

• Amend Budget for FY 2021-2022
• Adopt Proposed Budget for FY 2022-2022
• Neighborhood Grant Update
• EV Charging Station Presentation

Committee on Public Safety

The committee will consider resolutions to set public hearings for changes to trash, weed, and grass violation ordinances and a demolition order at 3337 Viking Road. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding street conditions in the Colonial Townhouses Community.

• Resolution to amend Chapter 1460 regarding trash, weed, and grass violations
• Public hearing for orders to make safe or demolish 3337 Viking Road
• Discussion of street conditions in Colonial Townhouses Community

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board will review the April 28, 2022 meeting minutes and discuss rules of procedure. The agenda also includes updates from the Mayor and DNCE.

• Review of April 28, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Rules of Procedure
• Mayor updates
• DNCE updates

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations is considering resolutions for community funding for Juneteenth and Father's Day celebrations. The committee will also review fireworks licenses and several board appointments. Additionally, members will discuss an ordinance amendment regarding waste hauler licensing.

• Community funding resolutions for PEERS Inc and The Village Lansing
• Fireworks display licenses for Jackson Field Stadium and Independence Day
• Board appointments for Potter Park Zoo and Human Relations Advisory Board
• Ordinance amendment for Chapter 1060, Licensing of Waste Haulers
• Claim appeal for $1,010 in trash violation fees at 1610 S. Cedar St.

Board of Police Commissioners

The agenda outlines the procedural items for the May 17, 2022, meeting of the Lansing Board of Police Commissioners. It includes reports from the Police Chief and various committees, as well as legal and human resources updates. No specific new business or projects are detailed in this document.

• Approval of April 19, 2022, meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget, including budget policies and union representation. The agenda also includes setting public hearings for ordinance re-adoption and a construction noise permit.

• Resolution to set a public hearing for re-adopting codified ordinances
• Noise special permit request for MDOT construction on Grand River Ave
• Communication regarding City Budget priorities from Kyle Richard
• Presentation on union representation for the FY 2022/2023 budget
• Resolution for the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget and Budget Policies

City Council

The council will vote on the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and several board appointments. The agenda also includes a noise permit request for construction on Grand River Ave and a claim appeal regarding trash fees.

• Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget resolution (PEND-2850)
• Noise special permit for Horsebrook Creek Culvert Replacement Project on Grand River Ave (PEND-2906)
• Claim appeal for $8,000 in trash fees at 1241 South Holmes Street (PEND-2911)
• Public hearing for re-adopting Codified Ordinances (PEND-2904)
• Appointments to the LEEDA/TIF/Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The Ad Hoc on Housing and Resident Safety committee will discuss an ordinance regarding tenant relocation assistance. The meeting also includes a presentation by Tony Gant from Nation Outside Organization.

• Tenant Relocation Assistance ordinance discussion
• Presentation by Tony Gant (Nation Outside Organization)
• Review of April 8, 2022 minutes

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will discuss fiscal year 2023/2024 budget resolutions and prepare for officer elections in July. The agenda also includes reports from the Property Management Division and notes that the snow ordinance street parking item is on hold.

• Discussion of FY 23/24 budget resolutions
• Election of officers scheduled for the July meeting
• Property Management Division report
• Snow Ordinance Street Parking (on hold)

Committee on Development & Planning

The committee will consider resolutions for several board appointments. These include members for the Lansing Economic Development Corporation and the Arts and Culture Commission.

• Appointment of Catherine Rathbun to the Lansing Economic Development Corporation
• Reappointment of Shelley Boyd to the Lansing Economic Development Corporation
• Appointment of Lucas LaLonde to the Arts and Culture Commission

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will discuss a potential policy regarding LPD processes and complaint business cards. The committee will also consider a resolution for commitment to climate protection and environmental justice.

• Resolution regarding commitment to climate protection and environmental justice
• Discussion of potential policy/procedure on LPD process and complaint business card
• Review of April 27, 2022, meeting minutes

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to vote on a letter of support for federal funding for the ALS360 program. The agenda also includes the approval of April 13, 2022 meeting minutes and reports from the Fire Chief.

• Vote on letter of support for federal ALS360 program funding
• Approval of April 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• FF Memorial Ceremony at Mt. Hope Cemetery (May 28)
• Lansing School District/Fire Science Academy Graduation (June 14)

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will discuss a Park Hours Ordinance and receive an update on the Strike out baseball program. The meeting also includes updates regarding Grand River docks, North Cemetery, DNR grants, and ARPA funding.

• Park Hours Ordinance discussion
• Strike out baseball update
• Updates on Grand River docks and playground
• Review of DNR Grants and ARPA funding
• Correspondence regarding Ben Davis restrooms

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board will review monthly financials and committee reports. The meeting includes discussions regarding the CMA updated scope of work, budget updates, and DEI contract work.

• CMA Updated Scope of Work and Budget
• DEI Contract and Work
• Fundraising and Grant Updates
• Budget Update

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a presentation regarding the proposed City of Lansing budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. The meeting also includes a period for public comment on agenda items.

• Presentation of the proposed FY 2022-2023 City of Lansing budget

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will review Statements of Financial Interests for various city employees and contractors. The agenda includes reviewing statements both with and without disclosed items. The board will also process an Affidavit of Disclosure.

• Review of financial interest statements with no items disclosed
• Review of financial interest statements with items disclosed
• Affidavit of Disclosure for Darren Dykens, Sergeant, Lansing Police Department

Committee on Personnel

The Committee on Personnel will discuss the City Council Internal Auditor position as it relates to Charter Chapter 4; 3-401. No other substantive items are listed for action or discussion.

• Discussion of the City Council Internal Auditor position

Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss the FY2022/2023 proposed budget and various departmental budgets. The agenda also includes a ballot proposal regarding North Cemetery and amendments to marijuana operations ordinances.

• Amendment to marijuana operations ordinances (Chapter 1300)
• Lease amendment with Lansing Shuffleboard LL, LLC at 325 Riverfront Dr.
• Ballot proposal for the sale of part of North Cemetery
• Reappointment of Beth Graham to the Board of Water and Light
• Review of FY2022/2023 proposed budget and policies

City Council

The Lansing City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment for marijuana operations and several grant acceptances.

• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget (PEND-2870)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 1300, Marihuana Operations (PEND-2828)
• Noise special permit request from Hoffman Bros., Inc. for construction at S. Martin Luther King Boulevard (PEND-2862)
• Order to make safe or demolish property located at 3601 Deerfield Ave. (PEND-2816)
• Grant acceptance of sponsorship funds for the Black History Mobile Museum (PEND-2864)

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will meet to discuss the preliminary 2022-23 budget. The agenda also includes updates on financials, LEED and ARPA funding, and the contract with the City.

• Preliminary 2022-23 Budget Discussion
• Update on LEED and ARPA Funding
• Update on Contract with the City
• Approval of April 8, 2022 meeting minutes

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will vote on a contract update and change order regarding Kramer Management Group. The board will also review the April 8, 2022, meeting minutes and receive an update on PAC and RAP applications.

• Contract update and change order with Kramer Management Group
• Update on PAC and RAP application
• Approval of April 8, 2022, meeting minutes

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The agenda consists of routine administrative tasks and the approval of minutes from April 8, 2022. No substantive projects or new business are listed for this meeting.

• Approval of April 8, 2022, meeting minutes

Mayor's Arts and Culture Commission

The commission will conduct introductions and discuss meeting times. The board is also scheduled to review previous meeting minutes. No other business or updates are listed on this agenda.

• Introductions
• Discussion of meeting time

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider a resolution regarding property at 3601 Deerfield Ave. The committee will also discuss recreational fire burning with LFD, Larch Park updates, and mutual aid agreements.

• Resolution for safety or demolition orders at 3601 Deerfield Ave.
• Discussion on recreational fire burning with LFD
• Larch Park update
• Discussion regarding U-Haul on S Cedar St and a paved trail
• Mutual Aid Agreements discussion

Committee on Ways and Means

The committee will discuss the second tranche of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) budget appropriation. Members will also consider resolutions to accept several grants, including those for recycling development and city innovation.

• Grant acceptance for Black History Mobile Museum from Board of Water and Light and CAAT
• National League of Cities 'City Innovation Ecosystems' grant acceptance
• Amendment to Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant application
• EGLE Recycling Market Development grant acceptance
• Discussion on ARPA second tranche budget appropriation

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider a noise special permit for the Combined Sewer Overflow Project at S. Martin Luther King Boulevard. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment regarding waste hauler licensing and several liquor license notices.

• Noise special permit for construction near S. Martin Luther King Boulevard
• Public hearing setting for Principal Shopping District special assessment
• Appointment of Isaac Francisco to the Park Board
• Claim appeal for $1010 in trash violation fees at 1610 S. Cedar St.
• Ordinance amendment regarding licensing of waste haulers

Board of Water and Light

This special meeting of the Board of Water and Light focuses on the approval of hiring a new internal auditor. The agenda also includes public comment periods and remarks from management and commissioners.

• Approval of hiring of a new internal auditor

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will review a presentation from Downtown Lansing Inc. regarding a vendor for a comprehensive market analysis. The committee will also consider a resolution to appoint Teresa Stokes to the South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Corridor Improvement Authority.

• Presentation: Downtown Lansing Inc. Comprehensive Market Analysis Vendor & Next Steps
• Resolution: Appointment of Teresa Stokes to the South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Corridor Improvement Authority

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The committee will review minutes from the April 13, 2022 meeting. A presentation regarding funding and eligible spending is scheduled. Members will also discuss a potential policy or procedure for LPD process and complaint business cards.

• Presentation on funding and eligible spending
• Discussion of potential policy/procedure on LPD process and complaint business card

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review March 22 draft financials and approve February 22 financials. The meeting includes discussions regarding the CEO evaluation and the strategic plan. The board will also consider approving a Remote Telecommuting Policy.

• Approval of February 22 financials
• Review of March 22 draft financials
• Approval of Remote Telecommuting Policy
• CEO evaluation report
• Strategic Plan discussion

Election Commission

The Lansing Election Commission will conduct a public test of equipment for the upcoming May 3, 2022 special election. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and opportunities for public comment.

• Public test of equipment for the May 3, 2022 special election

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light is holding a special meeting on April 26, 2022. The primary purpose of the meeting is the approval of hiring a new Corporate Secretary. The agenda also includes manager remarks and periods for public comment.

• Approval of hiring a new Corporate Secretary

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review budgets for several departments, including Police and Parks & Recreation. Members will also discuss a ballot proposal regarding the sale of part of North Cemetery. Additionally, the committee will consider reappointing Anthony Mullen to the Board of Water and Light.

• Budget presentations for Police, Parks & Recreation, and other departments
• Ballot Proposal Act-2-2022 regarding the sale of part of North Cemetery
• Reappointment of Anthony Mullen to the Board of Water and Light
• Executive Directive 2022-01 regarding records request policy

City Council

The Lansing City Council will consider several legislative items, including an ordinance to create a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Board. The agenda also includes public hearings on marijuana operations and a lease agreement with Lansing Shuffleboard LLC. Other business involves budget amendments and various city appointments.

• Ordinance to create the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Board
• Public hearing regarding an ordinance amending Marihuana Operations
• Budget amendment for Advent House Outreach Drop In Center
• Ballot proposal for the sale of a portion of North Cemetery
• Show cause hearing for property at 3601 Deerfield Avenue

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

This informational meeting includes a review of the 2022 S.MLK CIA Plans and subcommittee updates. The board will also discuss the CERI Grant and the Development & Finance Plan, including TIF projections.

• Approval of March 17, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding the CERI Grant
• Review of 2022 S.MLK CIA Plans
• Presentation of Development & Finance Plan and TIF projections

Committee on Public Safety

The scheduled meeting for the Lansing Committee on Public Safety on April 21, 2022, was cancelled. No items were discussed or acted upon.

• Meeting cancellation

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board will hold a closed session for final grant deliberations. The board is also scheduled to address grant approvals and any necessary recusals.

• Closed Session – Grant Final Deliberations
• Grant Approval/Recusals

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Board is reviewing age and service retirement applications for two fire department members. The meeting also covers monthly retirement allowances totaling $3,020,838.77 and a pending disability retirement request.

• Retirement applications for Andrew Johnson and Mark E. Nicholson (Fire)
• Pending duty disability retirement application #2022-F0315
• Refund of accumulated contributions for Matthew Hoeksema ($6,634.68)
• March 2022 retirement allowances totaling $3,020,838.77
• Tabled discussion on the Police and Fire Annual Budget

Employees' Retirement System

The Board is reviewing applications for age and service retirement, as well as duty and non-duty disability. The meeting also includes reports on membership statistics and monthly investment performance.

• Retirement request for Tamara Mash (District Court)
• Refund of accumulated contribution for Valerie Marchand ($15,447.55)
• Report of $2,026,717.64 in retirement allowances paid in March 2022
• Transfer of contributions from ERS to OPEB (VEBA) memo
• Trustee vacancy resolution and election posting

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider resolutions for several liquor licenses and a library board appointment. The agenda also includes a request to set a public hearing regarding construction noise for a sewer project.

• Liquor license for Ellison Brewery and Spirits LLC at 1314 South Washington Avenue
• Public hearing for Hoffman Bros., Inc. sewer project noise permit
• Appointment of Brian Baer to the Capital Area District Library Board
• Community funding for Eastside Neighborhood Org Summer Festival
• Special assessment for Glenburne Commons trash and grass abatement

Board of Police Commissioners

This meeting consists of procedural items and committee reports. No specific new business or educational presentations are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of March 15th, 2022, minutes
• Administrative report from Chief Ellery Sosebee
• Committee reports including Budget, Complaint, and Recruitment & Hiring

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will review and vote on a Congressional earmarks application. Members will also discuss budget resolutions for fiscal year 2023/24. Additionally, the board will address unfinished business regarding snow ordinance street parking.

• Vote on Congressional earmarks application
• Discussion of FY 23/24 budget resolutions
• Review of snow ordinance street parking
• Traffic requests

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. Board will review monthly financials, committee reports, and meeting minutes. Discussion items include the CMA Contract Geography kick-off and recommendations for LEDC collocation. The board will also consider support for City Federal funding requests.

• CMA Contract Geography Discussion & Kick-Off Meeting
• City Federal Funding Requests – Board Support
• LEDC Collocation Recommendation
• Update from LandUse USA guest Sharon
• Old Town Updates

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning is reviewing several resolutions. These include a real estate purchase agreement for a parking lot and two applications for property lot splits. The committee will also consider an appointment to the North Grand River Corridor Improvement Authority Board.

• Real Estate Purchase Agreement with GG Acquisitions LLC for Parking Lot #50
• Lot split application between 3220 and 3330 W. Miller Road
• Lot split application between 5000 and 5022 Christiansen Road
• Appointment of Steve Bohnet to the North Grand River Corridor Improvement Authority Board

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will review CARES funding eligibility and spending. The committee is also scheduled to discuss an ordinance regarding the DEI Advisory Board and a resolution for board membership consideration.

• Presentation on CARES funding and eligible spending
• Ordinance review for DEI Advisory Board (Chapter 256)
• Resolution for DEI Advisory Board membership consideration

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners voted unanimously to recommend Edwin Miller and Brian Sturdivant for the position of Fire Chief. The meeting also recognized Quang Le as the 2022 Firefighter of the Year.

• Unanimous recommendation of Fire Chief candidates Edwin Miller and Brian Sturdivant
• Announcement of Quang Le as 2022 Firefighter of the Year
• Approval of March 9 and March 24, 2022 meeting minutes

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will discuss the acquisition of 927 S Grand and playground input. The board will also review park use after dark and correspondence regarding dumping at Bancroft Park.

• Acquisition of 927 S Grand
• Park Use After Dark discussion
• Playground Input
• Correspondence regarding dumping at Bancroft Park

Board of Ethics

The Lansing Board of Ethics meeting includes the approval of the agenda and minutes from March 8, 2022. The board will also review affidavits of disclosure for Brendon Basiga, Jessica Martin, and Sean Mills.

• Approval of March 8, 2022, meeting minutes
• Affidavits of disclosure for Brendon Basiga, Jessica Martin, and Sean Mills

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will discuss accepting a Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding state grant for court staff kiosks. The committee will also place the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission's 2021 audit compliance and financial statements on file.

• Resolution to accept state grant revenue for court staff kiosks
• Tri-County Regional Planning Commission 2021 audit compliance and financial statements

Committee of the Whole

The Committee will review the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget and various departmental budgets. The agenda includes setting public hearings for the budget and the Community Development Block Grant 5-Year Consolidated Plan. Resolutions regarding a lease amendment and compensation recommendations are also scheduled for discussion.

• Proposed FY 2022-2023 budget overview and public hearing setting
• Community Development Block Grant 5-Year Consolidated Plan 2022-2026
• Fourth Amendment to the lease agreement with Lansing Shuffleboard LL, LLC at 325 Riverfront Dr.
• Rejection of compensation commission recommendations for the Mayor and City Clerk
• FY 2021/2022 budget amendment

Historic District Commission

The commission will discuss historic preservation outreach, including a proposed Deconstruction Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan Update. A presentation regarding the Temple Lofts development is also scheduled.

• Proposed Deconstruction Ordinance discussion
• Comprehensive Plan Update outreach
• Temple Lofts Development presentation
• Approval of January 10, 2021 minutes

City Council

The Lansing City Council will consider recommendations for the second tranche of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The agenda also includes setting public hearings for the 2022/2023 fiscal year budget and the Community Development Block Grant plan. Additionally, the council will review liquor licenses and property-related claims.

• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) 2nd Tranche Appropriation Recommendation
• Real Estate Purchase Agreement for Parking Lot #50 at Pere Marquette Dr. and Shiawassee St.
• Public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Budget and CDBG 5-Year Plan
• Liquor license for Ellison Brewery and Spirits LLC at 1314 South Washington Avenue
• Claim disposition for $3,758 in trash violation fees at 4805 Pleasant Grove Rd.

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The Ad Hoc on Housing and Resident Safety committee will discuss the Relocation Assistance Ordinance. The meeting includes presentations from the City of Lansing Housing Ombudsman, Ingham County Landbank, and the Rental Property Owners Assoc. of Mid Michigan.

• Relocation Assistance Ordinance discussion
• Presentation by Housing Ombudsman Joseph MacDonald
• Presentation by Ingham County Landbank's Roxanne Case
• Presentation by RPOAMM representative Douglass Benson

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will review the 2021 Annual Report and financial updates. The board is scheduled to take action on a resolution establishing the LEDC President & CEO and a budget amendment for equipment and services. Program updates include the Façade Improvement Program and the City Hall RFP process.

• Resolution Establishing LEDC President & CEO
• FY2021-2022 Budget Amendment – Equipment & Services
• Logan Square Site Committee Update
• City Hall RFP Process Update
• Façade Improvement Program update

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors is meeting for routine business. The agenda contains only procedural items, such as the approval of March 4, 2022, meeting minutes.

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) Board of Directors will conduct a routine meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items, including the approval of minutes from March 4, 2022.

• Approval of TIFA Board Meeting Minutes from March 4, 2022
• Approval of TIFA Informational #1 of 2022 Meeting Minutes

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will discuss an update from the Lansing Police Department regarding 1428 New York Avenue. The committee will also hold a discussion concerning fire mutual aid with Dan Komm.

• LPD update on 1428 New York Avenue
• Discussion of Fire Mutual Aid with Dan Komm

Committee on City Operations

The committee will review claim appeals regarding trash violation and board-up fees. It will also discuss setting a public hearing for waste hauler licensing and the decertification of Eighth Street. Additionally, notices regarding liquor license transfers were included.

• Claim appeal for $3,608 in trash violation fees at 4805 Pleasant Grove Rd.
• Claim appeal for $1,568.00 in trash violation fees at 411 Dunlap St
• Claim appeal for $651.80 in board-up fees at 1813 E. Kalamazoo St.
• Resolution to set a public hearing regarding waste hauler licensing ordinance.
• Street decertification of Eighth Street between Jerome Street and East Michigan Avenue

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review February 22 draft financials and the strategic plan. The Personnel Committee is also scheduled to discuss a remote telecommuting policy and CEO evaluation.

• Review of February 22 draft financials
• Discussion of Remote Telecommuting Policy
• CEO Evaluation Discussion
• Strategic Plan Discussion

Committee on Development & Planning

The committee will consider several board appointments and a special land use permit for 5411 Wise Road. The agenda also includes setting a public hearing for a real estate purchase agreement near Pere Marquette Dr. and Shiawassee St.

• Reappointment of Robert Fryling to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Appointments to the North Grand River Corridor Improvement Authority Board
• Special Land Use Permit for a BWL electrical substation at 5411 Wise Road
• Public hearing for a real estate purchase agreement at Pere Marquette Dr. and Shiawassee St.

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will discuss or act on a resolution to accept a Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) MI Enhancement Grant for Capitol Security. The committee will also review the minutes from the March 14, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution regarding MEDC MI Enhancement Grant for Capitol Security
• Review of March 14, 2022, meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider a resolution condemning the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the reappointment of David Price to the Board of Water and Light. The meeting also includes setting a public hearing for marijuana operation ordinance amendments and a closed session for a litigation update.

• Resolution to condemn Russian invasion of Ukraine
• Reappointment of David Price to the Board of Water and Light
• Setting a public hearing for marijuana operations ordinance amendments
• Quarterly litigation update

City Council

The City Council will consider the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget and an amendment to the 2021-2022 Budget. The agenda includes a special land use permit for a new electrical substation at 5411 Wise Road. The council will also review liquor licenses and proposed ordinance changes regarding marihuana operations.

• Special Land Use Permit for a new BWLT Electrical Power Substation at 5411 Wise Road
• Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget and Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget Amendment
• Liquor licenses for Strange Matter Coffee Downtown LLC and Strange Matter Old Town LLC
• Public hearing regarding a real estate purchase agreement for Parking Lot #50
• Ordinance amendment regarding Marihuana Operations

Ad Hoc on Homelessness and Solutions

The Ad Hoc on Housing and Resident Safety will discuss topics including housing assistance, fair housing, and housing inspections. The meeting also includes a review of the February 25, 2022, minutes.

• Discussion regarding housing assistance, fair housing, and rentals
• Review of February 25, 2022, meeting minutes

Elected Officers Compensation Commission

The commission will discuss 2022 draft determination letters and fringe benefits. The meeting also includes a review of the March 15, 2022, minutes.

• Draft determination letters for 2022
• Discussion of fringe benefits
• Review of March 15, 2022, meeting minutes
• 2022 informational materials

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners met to discuss the consideration of a Fire Chief candidate. The agenda includes comments from the Chair regarding candidates and a formal recommendation process.

• Consideration and recommendation of a Fire Chief candidate

Demolition Board/Code Enforcement

The Demolition Board will review new business regarding four specific property cases. These items involve reviews for addresses on Maloney Street, Hughes Road, Dakin Street, and Pleasant Grove Rd.

• Case D2022-001: 3025 Maloney Street
• Case D2022-002: 5017 Hughes Road
• Case D2022-003: 1224 Dakin Street
• Case D2022-004: 5019 Pleasant Grove Rd

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will discuss an ordinance regarding the DEI Advisory Board. The committee will also consider a resolution for board membership.

• Ordinance review: Chapter 256 Section 256.01- 256.03 (DEI Advisory Board)
• Resolution regarding DEI Advisory Board membership consideration
• Review of March 9, 2022 minutes

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light will consider approving the FY 22 Internal Audit Plan and amendments to governance and procedure rules. The agenda also includes committee reports and communications regarding groundwater contamination and residential electrical lines.

• Approval of FY 22 Internal Audit Plan
• Amendments to Governance Policy
• Amendments to Rules of Procedure

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

This special meeting of the Downtown Lansing Inc. Board includes an item regarding a CMA contract award. The agenda also provides time for citizen comments on matters not listed.

• CMA Contract Award

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The South MLK Corridor Improvement Authority Board of Directors will review the February 24, 2022, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes discussions on financing and budgeting processes, subcommittee updates, and community input survey results.

• Approval of February 24, 2022, meeting minutes
• Financing & Budgeting Process discussion
• Review of Community Input Survey Results
• Discussion of Development Matrix Projects

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee will discuss the bond process with judges and receive an update on LPD raids of alleged casinos. The agenda also includes code compliance discussion for 318 Cesar Chavez Avenue and a resolution regarding property at 3601 Deerfield Avenue.

• Discussion on bond process with Judges Buchanan, Ward, and Anethia Brewer
• LPD update regarding alleged casino raids
• Code compliance discussion for 318 Cesar Chavez Avenue
• Resolution for a Show Cause Hearing at 3601 Deerfield Avenue

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board will review February 2022 minutes and hear updates from the Mayor and DNCE. The meeting includes a closed session for grant deliberation.

• Approval of February 2022 minutes
• Mayor and DNCE updates
• Closed session for grant deliberation

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Board will review retirement applications for four police and fire members. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the annual budget and net employee contributions.

• Retirement allowances paid in February 2022 totaled $3,013,348.07
• Review of regular age and service retirement applications for four members
• Discussion regarding the Police and Fire Annual Budget
• Discussion regarding FY 2022 Police and Fire Net Employee Contribution
• Discussion regarding investments in Russia

Employees' Retirement System

The Lansing Employees’ Retirement System Board will review membership updates and recent retirement allowances totaling $2,032,408.80. The agenda includes discussions on the system budget and investments in Russia. The board will also consider requests for age and service retirement and disability benefits.

• Retirement request for Michele Rachel effective April 1, 2022
• Discussion of the Employees Retirement System Budget
• Discussion regarding investments in Russia
• Review of February 2022 retirement allowances totaling $2,032,408.80
• Pending duty and non-duty disability applications

Elected Officers Compensation Commission

The commission will discuss draft 2022 determination letters and draft fringe benefits. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding elected officials.

• Draft 2022 determination letters
• Draft fringe benefits
• Presentation on elected officials

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations is reviewing several resolutions. These include an appeal for trash violation fees at 333 N Martin Luther King Blvd and liquor license requests for two businesses. The committee will also set a second public hearing for the Glenburne Commons special assessment.

• Appeal of $2,828 in trash violation fees at 333 N Martin Luther King Blvd
• Liquor license resolutions for Strange Matter Old Town LLC and Strange Matter Coffee Downtown LLC
• Setting a second public hearing for Glenburne Commons trash and grass abatement

Board of Police Commissioners

This agenda consists primarily of procedural items and departmental reports. It includes administrative updates from the Chief of Police and various board committees.

• Approval of February 15, 2022, meeting minutes
• Administrative Report from Chief Ellery Sosebee
• Legal Update from Assistant City Attorney Mary Bowen
• Human Resources report from Director Linda Sanchez-Gazella
• Commission Investigator Report from Delvata Moses

Committee on Ways and Means

The committee will consider grant applications for the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund and the MDOT Local Bridge Program. It will also review a sole source purchase request for pump parts and discuss Capital Improvement Projects.

• Grant application: Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF)
• Grant application: Michigan Department of Transportation Local Bridge Program
• Sole source purchase from Detroit Pump and Manufacturing Company for Worthington South Return Pump #23 parts
• Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) overview

Committee of the Whole

The committee will review the second quarter General Fund Status Report and vacancy positions report. Members will also consider a resolution to ratify the tentative agreement for Teamsters Local 214 supervisory and non-supervisory units. A presentation on the City of Lansing Equity Matrix is scheduled.

• Ratification of Teamsters Local 214 tentative agreement
• FY 2021-2022 2nd Qtr General Fund Status Report
• Vacancy Positions Report
• City of Lansing Equity Matrix presentation

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The DLI Board will discuss the FY 2023 budget and a review of bylaws and policies. The meeting also includes an OTCA grant reimbursement request and updates on Old Town.

• FY 2023 Budget Review
• Bylaws & Policies Review
• OTCA Grant Report & Reimbursement Request
• Old Town updates
• Monthly Financials review

Board of Public Service

The Board will receive reports from the Traffic Engineering and Wastewater divisions. The agenda includes unfinished business regarding the snow ordinance for street parking during emergencies. No specific action items or new business are listed.

• Snow Ordinance – Parking on Street during Snow Emergency

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider appointments to the North Grand River Corridor Improvement Authority Board of Directors. The agenda also includes a Brownfield Plan for development at 2130 W. Holmes Rd. and a real estate purchase agreement for 1020 W. Hillsdale Street.

• Appointments to the North Grand River Corridor Improvement Authority Board of Directors
• Brownfield Plan #80 for Pleasant Grove & Holmes Mixed-Use Development at 2130 W. Holmes Rd.
• Real Estate Purchase Agreement with Gryphon Group LLC for 1020 W. Hillsdale Street

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The committee will discuss an ordinance regarding the DEI Advisory Board. Members will also review a potential policy for LPD Process and Complaint Business Cards and receive a Climate Action Plan update.

• Ordinance Chapter 256 Section 256.01- 256.03 regarding DEI Advisory Board
• Potential policy on LPD Process and Complaint Business Card
• Climate Action Plan Update by Environmental Specialist Lori Welch

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will receive public input on MNRTF grants for the E. Cavanaugh Acquisition, Clifford Park Pickleball Development, and Burchard Park/Brenke Fish Ladder Development. The meeting also includes playground input and updates on ACT33 North parcel and CIP backhoe.

• MNRTF grants public input (E. Cavanaugh Acquisition, Clifford Park Pickleball Dev., Burchard Park/Brenke Fish Ladder Dev.)
• G. Sneed Memorial Bench
• Playground input
• ACT33 North parcel update
• Correspondence regarding park lights and Bancroft Park graffiti

Elected Officers Compensation Commission

The commission will discuss city revenue loss, ARPA funds, and the Consumer Price Index. The meeting includes presentations regarding OPEB and benefit options for elected officials.

• Presentation on OPEB by CFO Judy Kehler
• Discussion of ARPA funds, spending, and revenue loss
• Discussion of benefits and benefit options for elected officials
• Review of March 2, 2022 minutes

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will review financial and personal interest statements for Mayor Andy Schor. The board will also process disclosure affidavits from Lansing Police Department personnel.

• Financial and personal interest statement for Mayor Andy Schor
• Disclosure affidavits for Joseph Bacigal, Lansing Police Department Officer
• Disclosure affidavit for Jessica Martin, Lansing Police Department Social Work Supervisor
• Resubmission of financial interest statement for City Council Member Jeffrey Brown

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

This is an informational meeting for the Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority. The agenda includes information on TIFA goals and projects.

• Information on TIFA goals and projects

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The LEDC Board of Directors will review the 2021 annual report and audited financial statements for the year ending June 30, 2021. The meeting also includes a vote on a budget amendment for equipment and services for fiscal year 2021-2022.

• Approval of FY2021-2022 budget amendment for equipment and services
• Review of LEDC Audited Financial Statements (YE June 30, 2021)
• Update on Façade Improvement Program
• Update on Economic Development Services Contract
• Overview of 2021 LEDC Annual Report