Lansing public meetings in 2025

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, discuss grant learning sessions, and receive updates on neighborhood services. The public may address the board on non-agenda items.

• Approval of November 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Grant learning sessions scheduled for January and February 2026
• Public statements allowed on non-agenda items

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority will meet to review old business and new items, including a closed session for collective bargaining strategy. The next meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2026.

• Closed session for collective bargaining strategy/negotiations
• Review and Approval of Old Business
• Review and Approval of New Business
• Next meeting scheduled for January 27, 2026

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will discuss and vote on a resolution to authorize a grant application for the Capital City Boulevard Reconstruction Project. They will also receive notifications of sole-source purchases for police breach training doors and a bubble barrier system for the Grand River. Approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment are also on the agenda.

• Resolution to apply for Transportation Economic Development Funds grant for Capital City Boulevard Reconstruction Project
• Sole source purchase: KBT Insert Training Doors for police breach training from Bear Training Solutions Inc.
• Sole source purchase: Great Bubble Barrier system for the Grand River from LimnoTech
• Approval of minutes from December 3, 2025 meeting

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider a resolution concerning the property at 810 Beulah. The resolution asks the council to decide whether to make the building safe or to demolish it. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Resolution – Make Safe or Demolish; 810 Beulah

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Lansing Police and Fire Retirement System board will discuss the actuarial valuation for the year ended December 31, 2024. It will also consider a request for proposals for pension administration technology. Additional items include trustee election results, a regular retirement application for John Chamberlin, and a legal counsel report.

• Trustee Election Results
• Applicant for Regular Age & Service Retirement: John Chamberlin (effective 2/1/2026)
• Police and Fire Actuarial Valuations for the year ended 12/31/2024 – presented by Greg Stump, Boomershine Consulting Group
• Legal Counsel Report – Attorney Aaron Castle
• Request for Proposals – Pension Administration Technology

Employees' Retirement System

The Retirement System board will review an actuarial valuation for the 2024 plan year and a request for proposals for a new pension administration system. Routine actions include approving retirement requests, receiving a secretary's report on membership and benefits, and reviewing monthly investments.

• Retirement allowances for November 2025 totaled $2,058,182.58 (906 checks for ERS, 1,736 total)
• Actuarial valuation for Employees' Retirement System for plan year ended 12/31/2024 to be presented
• Request for Proposal for Pension Administration System to be discussed
• Secretary's report: 4 new members, 425 total active, 69 deferred, refunds of $7,379.85 since last meeting
• Retirement requests: William Mays (age 55, 26.7 years service) effective 12/20/2025; Starr Hart (deferred, age 58, 17.2 years) effective 1/1/2026

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to approve the November 18, 2025, meeting minutes and department reports. The agenda includes presentations from the City Attorney and Chief of Police, as well as updates from various board committees.

• Approval of November 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Department reports for November 2025
• Presentation by Chief Deputy City Attorney Lisa Hagen-Lawrence
• Administrative report from Chief Robert Backus
• Reports from Budget, Government, and Awards committees

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a special meeting on December 16, 2025, at Station #1 to establish a quorum and conduct business.

• Special meeting scheduled at Station #1
• Meeting set for Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 5:30 PM
• Barbara Lawrence to serve as Chair
• Krishna Singh to serve as Vice Chair
• Carrie Edwards-Clemons to serve as Interim Chief

Election Commission

The Lansing Election Commission meeting on Dec 15, 2025 will discuss permanent changes to precinct boundaries. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, approval of agenda and minutes, public comment, new business, and adjournment.

• Permanent changes to precinct boundaries

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider several resolutions and ordinances. Items include reappointing Dr. Thomas Woods to the Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board, recognizing a social district at Grewal Hall, and accepting a COPS microgrant from the DOJ. Two ordinances will modify the Principal Shopping District boundaries and adjust the tenant relocation fee exception. The council will also recognize Stoopfest Inc. and discuss the Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2026-2030.

• Resolution reappointing Dr. Thomas Woods as an At-Large member of the Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board (term expires June 30, 2029)
• Resolution recognizing RBM Properties LCC dba Grewal Hall, 224 S. Washington Sq. as a Social District
• Resolution accepting the COPS Microgrant – Safer Lansing from the DOJ Office of Community Oriented Policing Services
• Ordinance amending Chapter 812, Section 812.01 to modify Principal Shopping District boundaries
• Ordinance amending Chapter 1460 to create an exception to the Tenant Relocation Fee for tenant‑caused damage

City Council

The Lansing City Council will vote on a conditional rezoning of 220 S. Larch St. and three adjoining parcels from DT-3 Urban Core to IND-1 Industrial, set public hearings on a special land use permit for a church and a city property sale, and consider ordinance amendments on noise and tenant relocation fees. A public hearing is also scheduled for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2026-2030. The meeting includes multiple board appointments and a grant application for the Capital City Boulevard Reconstruction Project.

• Conditional rezoning of 220 S. Larch St. and adjoining parcels on E. Kalamazoo St. and S. Cedar St. from DT-3 to IND-1 (Z-2-2025)
• Amendment to Noise Ordinance (Chapter 654) regarding applicability and enforcement
• Amendment to Tenant Relocation Fee (Chapter 1460) with exception for tenant-caused damage
• Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for Pinebrook Manor at 5911 S. Waverly Rd.
• Grant application for Transportation Economic Development Funds for Capital City Boulevard Reconstruction Project

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will open the meeting, approve the November 13 minutes, and hear brief citizen comments. Action items include a parking regulation survey at 1100 West Ottawa St. and traffic control requests for Inverness Ave & Shiawassee St. and for Kenbrook Rd. & Labelle St. The board will also receive reports from the Engineering and Administration divisions and from the Director of Public Service, and address unfinished and new business.

• Parking Regulation Survey – 1100 West Ottawa St.
• Traffic Control Request – Inverness Ave and Shiawassee St.
• Traffic Control Request – Kenbrook Rd. and Labelle St.
• Report from Engineering Division
• Report from Director of Public Service

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Lansing Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for variances to the zoning ordinance for a proposed McDonald's restaurant with a drive‑through at 809 E. Michigan Avenue. The variances seek changes to Sections 1243.06.02, 1246.04.03(e), and Table 1243.03, covering building height, setback, build‑to line, entrance location, driveway access, and one additional parking space. The board will consider public comments before deciding on the request. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, agenda approval, and approval of minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on zoning variances for a McDonald’s at 809 E. Michigan Avenue (BZA‑4099.25)
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Public comment period
• Approval of minutes from the regular meeting on October 9, 2025
• Old business and new business items (no specific details provided)

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider resolutions to appoint members to the Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority, the Local Development Finance Authority, and the South Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority. The committee will also discuss an objection to a foreclosed property and an ordinance authorizing a Payment in Lieu of Taxes for Pinebrook Manor.

• Appoint Jeffrey Hank to Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board
• Appoint Shaharyar Manawar to Local Development Finance Authority Board
• Appoint Melissa White to South Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority Board
• Authorize PILOT payment for Pinebrook Manor at 5911 S Waverly Road
• Consider objection to foreclosed property by Ingham County Treasurer

The Development & Planning Committee approved the meeting minutes from November 26, 2025. It appointed three new board members—Jeffrey Hank, Shaharyar Manawar, and Melissa White—to various corridor and finance authority boards, each with terms ending in 2028‑2029. The council also adopted resolutions objecting to a foreclosure property and establishing an OPRA district on South Washington Avenue. Finally, a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) ordinance for Pinebrook Manor at 5911 S Waverly Road was approved.

• Approved November 26, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Appointed Jeffrey Hank to Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board, term to 6/30/2029 (3-0)
• Appointed Shaharyar Manawar to Local Development Finance Authority Board, term to 6/30/2028 (3-0)
• Appointed Melissa White to South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority Board, term to 7/31/2029 (3-0)
• Approved resolution objecting to foreclosure property by Ingham County Treasurer (3-0)
• Approved resolution for OPRA District 323-327 S Washington Avenue (3-0)
• Approved PILOT ordinance for Pinebrook Manor, 5911 S Waverly Road (2-1)

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will discuss renaming Foster Park and a proposed dedicated communal green space from the Westside Neighborhood Association. Old business includes BWL Wentworth Park steam conversion, Ranney Park additional lighting, a memorial request at Kircher Park, and property adjacent to Osborn Park. The board will also review the 5-Year Plan.

• Renaming Foster Park
• Dedicated Communal Green Space – Westside Neighborhood Association
• BWL Wentworth Park Steam Conversion
• Ranney Park Additional Lighting
• Kircher Park Memorial Request

The board unanimously approved adding item E to the new‑business agenda and accepted the November 12 minutes. It decided not to act on a resident’s suggestion to rename Foster Park. The board assigned Walters, Greene‑Szmadzinski, and Francisco to draft the Board Annual Report for review at the January 2026 meeting, and moved the 5‑Year Plan to the city council for review on the 15th.

• Added item E to new‑business agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted November 12 minutes (unanimous)
• No action taken on Foster Park renaming suggestion
• Walters, Greene‑Szmadzinski, and Francisco to draft Board Annual Report for Jan 2026 review
• Moved 5‑Year Plan to city council for review on the 15th

Board of Review

The Lansing Property Tax Board of Review is meeting to consider allowable appeals under the poverty exemption statute and qualified errors as defined by state law. The agenda also includes roll call, member absences, other business, and public comment.

• Allowable appeals under MCL 211.7u (Poverty)
• Allowable Qualified errors under MCL 211.53b
• Public Comment opportunity

The Board of Review approved the July meeting minutes and then passed motions to approve all 100% poverty exemptions, all 50% poverty exemptions, and all denial poverty exemptions. A motion to approve all clerical errors and mutual mistakes of fact also passed. All approvals were signed off by board members.

• Approved July Board of Review minutes (motion passed)
• Approved all 100% poverty exemptions (motion passed)
• Approved all 50% poverty exemptions (motion passed)
• Approved all denial poverty exemptions (motion passed)
• Approved all clerical errors and mutual mistakes of fact (motion passed)

Committee on Public Safety

The Lansing Committee on Public Safety will review a proposed amendment to Chapter 654, the Noise Ordinance, covering its applicability and enforcement. It will also set public hearings for two zoning amendments related to liquor‑store definitions and license‑location proximity. A resolution will create a Historic Study Committee for 108 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., and a quarterly public safety project update will be placed on file.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 654 Noise Ordinance (applicability and enforcement)
• Resolution to set public hearing for Zoning Amendment 1240.04 defining “Liquor Store”
• Resolution to set public hearing for Zoning Amendment 1250.02 on liquor license proximity
• Resolution to establish Historic Study Committee for 108 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
• Place on file – Public Safety Project Quarterly Update, Third Quarter 2025

The committee approved the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. It also approved an amendment to Chapter 654, the city Noise Ordinance, by a 3‑0 vote. The committee moved the proposed zoning amendments 1240.04 (definition of “Liquor Store”) and 1250.02 (liquor license location proximity) back to the table for further discussion, each by a 3‑0 vote. Finally, the committee tabled the resolutions on those ordinance amendments by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes from Nov 25, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 654 Noise Ordinance (3-0)
• Moved Zoning Amendment 1240.04 to continue discussion (3-0)
• Moved Zoning Amendment 1250.02 to continue discussion (3-0)
• Tabled resolutions on ordinance amendments to 1240.04 and 1250.02 (3-0)
• Placed discussion on file (3-0)

Board of Ethics

The Lansing Board of Ethics meeting will include public comment, approval of the agenda and the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting, and updates to the ethics training requirement and ethics manual. New business items include a statement of financial interests by the treasurer and a city council recusal procedure. The board will also review the Ethics Ordinance Chapter 290 as unfinished business.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from Nov 12, 2025
• Ethics manual update
• City Council recusal procedure
• Review of Ethics Ordinance Chapter 290

The Board of Ethics approved the meeting agenda. It approved the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting. The board placed Treasurer Christopher R. Wright’s Statements of Financial Interests on file after finding no violation of the Ethics Ordinance. The meeting was adjourned at 5:58 p.m.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Minutes of Nov 12, 2025 approved (motion carried)
• Christopher Wright’s Statements of Financial Interests placed on file (motion carried)
• Meeting adjourned (motion carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an ordinance to amend Chapter 294 regarding retirement service credits for top fire and police department officials. The body will also enter a closed session to consult with the City Attorney on pending litigation.

• Ordinance to extend eligibility for retirement services credits up to 30 years for top Fire and Police Department officials
• Closed session regarding pending litigation, including cases such as City of Lansing v. Eli Lilly, et al. and City of Lansing v. Purdue Pharma, et al.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on a sign request and discuss the draft St. Lawrence Hospital Complex Historic District, as well as approve November meeting minutes.

• Public Hearing: Electronic Message Center Sign at 220 W Ottawa St.
• Discussion: Draft St. Lawrence Hospital Complex Historic District request
• Approval: November 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Grant: Annual SHPO – Certified Local Government Grant
• Meeting: January 12, 2026, 5:30pm at Neighborhood Empowerment Center

The Historic District Commission voted 6‑0 to approve application HDC‑1‑2025 for an electronic message center sign at 200 W Ottawa St. for Central United Methodist Church. The commission also approved the meeting minutes (amended) by unanimous consent. Additionally, members unanimously nominated Ms. Troutman to an ad hoc committee to draft a resolution for a public meeting on the St. Lawrence Hospital Campus historic district nomination. No other actions were taken.

• Approved electronic message center sign at 200 W Ottawa St. (6-0)
• Approved amended meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Nominated Ms. Troutman to ad hoc committee for St. Lawrence Hospital Campus study (6-0)

City Council

The Lansing City Council will hold public hearings and vote on rezoning 3310 W. Mt. Hope Ave. from single-family to multi-family, a resolution supporting immigration enforcement bills, and property acquisitions for park and pathway expansions. Other items include amendments to tenant relocation fees and public shopping district boundaries, plus an ordinance extending retirement service credits for top fire and police officials. The agenda also features appointments, grant acceptances, and orders to demolish unsafe buildings.

• Public hearing on Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act district for 323-327 S. Washington Sq.
• Public hearing on Payment in Lieu of Taxes for Pinebrook Manor at 5911 S. Waverly Rd.
• Rezoning 3310 W. Mt. Hope Ave. from R-1 to MFR (multi-family residential)
• Rezoning 117 Island Ave. from R-3 to MX-C (mixed-use urban corridor)
• Resolution supporting Michigan Senate Bills 508, 509, 510 on immigration enforcement

The council confirmed Selina Mate as an at‑large member of the Historic District Commission. It accepted two grant awards for the police department: a $236,103 STOP Violence Against Women grant and a $107,096 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant. The council also denied a $550 trash‑fee assessment claim and referred several public‑hearing items to committees.

• Confirmed Selina Mate as at‑large member of the Historic District Commission (term ends June 30, 2027)
• Approved acceptance of $236,103 STOP Violence Against Women grant for the Lansing Police Department
• Approved acceptance of $107,096 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant for the CARE Unit
• Denied $550 trash‑fee assessment claim for 217 Rita Avenue
• Referred OPRA District hearing (323‑327 S. Washington Sq.) to Development and Planning Committee
• Referred PILOT hearing (5911 S. Waverly Rd.) to Development and Planning Committee
• Referred amendment to Chapter 812, Section 812.01 (Principal Shopping District boundaries) to Committee of the Whole
• Referred amendment to Chapter 1460 (Tenant Relocation Fee exception) to Committee of the Whole

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The Lansing Economic Development Corporation board is holding a regular meeting. Items include approval of November minutes, a financial and audit update, review of the 2026 meeting schedule, and discussion of the officer election process. No major decisions or concrete proposals are on the agenda.

• Financial & Audit Update
• 2026 LEDC/LBRA/TIFA Board Meeting Schedule Review
• 2026 Election of Officers Process
• Overview of Lansing EDC Committees
• Project and Program Updates

The board unanimously approved the November 7 meeting minutes. Member Britten was appointed to lead the 2026 officer elections committee and also to join the Governance Committee, replacing Member Rathbun. Member Benton was accepted onto the Site and Incentive Committee. The board discussed the 2026 meeting schedule and future budget amendments but took no formal votes on those items.

• Approved November 7, 2025 minutes (7 yeas, unanimous)
• Appointed Member Britten to head the 2026 elections committee
• Accepted Member Britten onto the Governance Committee (replacing Rathbun)
• Accepted Member Benton onto the Site and Incentive Committee
• Discussed adopting 2026 board meeting schedule at January Annual Meeting (no vote)
• Noted upcoming budget amendment recommendations (no vote)
• Considered more frequent meetings for Site and Incentive Committee (no vote)
• Anticipated future recommendation to adopt FOIA policy (no vote)

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will vote on a brownfield plan for the Capitol Walk Apartments project and a correction to an earlier plan. Routine items include approval of prior meeting minutes and a financial update. No dollar amounts or specific project details are listed in the agenda.

• Action on Capitol Walk Apartments Redevelopment Project Brownfield Plan #90
• Action on correction to Brownfield Plan #88 resolution
• Approval of November 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Financial update from staff
• Introduction of new Lansing EDC staff member

The board approved the minutes from the November 7, 2025 meeting with seven yeas. It then unanimously approved the Capitol Walk Apartments Redevelopment Project Brownfield Plan #90. Finally, the board unanimously corrected and ratified the resolution for Brownfield Plan #88 as originally adopted on June 6, 2025.

• Approved November 7, 2025 meeting minutes (7 yeas, unanimous)
• Approved Capitol Walk Apartments Brownfield Plan #90 (7 yeas, unanimous)
• Corrected and ratified Brownfield Plan #88 resolution (7 yeas, unanimous)

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority will meet to approve past meeting minutes, receive a financial update, and discuss an amendment to the TIFA Act. The meeting will also include an open forum for board members and a period for public comment.

• Approval of November 7, 2025 Board Meeting Minutes
• Financial Update
• TIFA Act Amendment and Update
• Public Comment period

The Lansing TIFA Board approved the minutes from the November 7, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Member Jones, seconded by Member Van Fossen, and carried with seven yeas and no nays. No other actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved November 7, 2025 meeting minutes (7 yeas, unanimous)

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will review and vote on two claim appeals regarding red tag violation fees and trash fees. The public may provide comment on agenda items during the meeting.

• Resolution to appeal red tag violation fees at 1119 N. Seymour Avenue
• Resolution to appeal trash fees at 217 Rita Avenue

The Committee approved the November 6, 2025 minutes by a 2‑0 vote. It denied Claim Appeal #2192 for $1,516 in red‑tag violation fees at 1119 N. Seymour Avenue (2‑0) and Claim Appeal #2199 for $550 in trash fees at 217 Rita Avenue (2‑0). Members agreed to cancel the December 18, 2025 meeting and refer it to the Committee of the Whole.

• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Denied Claim Appeal #2192 for $1,516 red‑tag violation fees at 1119 N. Seymour Ave (2-0)
• Denied Claim Appeal #2199 for $550 trash fees at 217 Rita Ave (2-0)
• Cancelled 12/18/2025 meeting and referred to Committee of the Whole (consensus)

Committee on Ways and Means

The Ways and Means Committee will discuss a resolution to issue revenue bonds that would fund sewage disposal system improvements in 2026. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and a brief public comment period.

• Resolution to issue revenue bonds for 2026 sewage disposal system improvements

The Ways and Means Committee approved the November 19, 2025 minutes (2‑0). It also approved a resolution to issue sewage disposal system revenue bonds for 2026 improvements (2‑0). The bonds will fund upgrades to the Tecumseh River Road pump station and sewer projects on Cherry, Kalamazoo and Pine Streets, with costs expected not to exceed $40 million and recent bids around $37 million. An updated memo with corrected amounts was requested.

• Approved November 19, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved resolution to issue sewage disposal system revenue bonds for 2026 improvements (2-0)

Public Media Authority

The Lansing Public Media Authority will consider approval of the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes. The board will hear a Director’s Report and a Finance Report. Additional items include other business, a public comment period, and adjournment.

• Approval of November 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Director’s Report
• Finance Report
• Other Business
• Public Comment

The Public Media Authority approved the meeting minutes from the December 3, 2025 session, incorporating one amendment. The motion was made by Melik Brown, seconded by Greg Venker, and passed with all members in favor. No other actions or votes were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 3:51 p.m.

• Approved meeting minutes with amendment (all in favor)

Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board will approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comment, and receive updates from the Director and the Culture & Accountability Officer. The meeting will include committee updates and new business focused on reviewing subcommittee theme duties and allowing members to sign up for themes.

Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board

The Human Relations & Community Services Advisory Board and the Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board are meeting jointly. The agenda is largely procedural: call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, public comment, and adjournment. The only substantive item is a presentation of the Oregon Harbor of Hope video.

• Presentation of Oregon Harbor of Hope Video
• Joint meeting with Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes

The Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda after a motion by V. Williams and second by G. Lopez. The board then unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting following a motion by T. Woods and second by G. Lopez. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Planning Commission

The Lansing Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the City's FY 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for citywide needs and funding allocations, as well as a special land use permit for a place of worship at 4220 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. They will also vote on a conditional rezoning of the 200 blocks of S. Cedar and S. Larch streets from Downtown Core (DT-3) to Industrial (IND-1), and consider the sale of property at Lot 49 in the 200 block of S. Cedar Street.

• Public hearing on City of Lansing Annual Action Plan and proposed funding allocations for FY 2026-2027
• Special land use permit (SLU-2-2025) for a place of worship at 4220 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
• Conditional rezoning (Z-2-2025) of 200 blocks of S. Cedar and S. Larch from DT-3 to IND-1
• Sale of property (Act-7-2025) at Lot 49, 200 block of S. Cedar Street
• Approval of minutes from November 5, 2025

The commission voted 7‑0 by voice to recommend approval of SLU‑2‑2025, allowing a place of worship at 4220 S Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. A roll‑call vote on Z‑2‑2025 to rezone 200 blocks of S Cedar St. and S Larch St. from DT‑3 to IND‑1 failed 3‑4. The meeting minutes from November 5, 2025 were approved without objection.

• Approved SLU‑2‑2025 special land use permit (place of worship) – voice vote 7‑0
• Rezoning Z‑2‑2025 (200 blocks S Cedar St. & S Larch St.) denied – roll‑call vote 3‑4
• Approved November 5, 2025 meeting minutes – without objection
• Approved recess – voice vote unanimous

Arts and Cultural Commission

The Arts and Cultural Commission will review old business items, including priority setting and annual report preparation, revisions to bylaws and the absence policy, and the Bridge Art project. It will also receive updates from the Mayor’s Office and on neighborhood arts and citizen engagement. The meeting includes standard procedural steps such as roll call, agenda approval, and public comment.

• Priority Setting and annual report preparation
• By Laws/Rules of Procedure revisions and absence policy approval
• Bridge Art
• Mayor’s Office updates
• Neighborhoods, Arts & Citizen Engagement updates

The commission added the resignation of Clara Martinez to the agenda and approved it by voice vote. It unanimously approved the November 3, 2025 minutes, adopted the five 2026 priority areas, and approved the bylaws and absence policy without dissent. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Added resignation of Clara Martinez to agenda – approved by voice vote
• Approved November 3, 2025 minutes – unanimous
• Adopted 2026 priority areas – unanimous
• Approved bylaws and absence policy – passed without dissent
• Adjourned meeting – motion passed

Committee on Development & Planning

The Development & Planning Committee will discuss several resolutions, including an appointment to the Historic District Commission and the acquisition of property at 600 block W. Fairfield Ave for inclusion in Jones Lake Park. It will also consider purchasing land at 5400 block S. Waverly Rd to extend the South Lansing Pathway, a special land use for an adult foster care home at 3011 Turner St, and set public hearings for rezoning projects on W. Mt. Hope Ave and Island Ave.

• Resolution appointing Selina Mate as At-Large member of the Historic District Commission (term expires June 30, 2027)
• Resolution ACT-5-2025 to acquire 600 block W. Fairfield Ave for incorporation into Jones Lake Park
• Resolution ACT-6-2025 to purchase 5400 block S. Waverly Rd to extend the South Lansing Pathway
• Resolution SLU-1-2025 for special land use: State Licensed Adult Foster Care Small Group Home at 3011 Turner St
• Resolution Z-1-2025 to set a public hearing for rezoning 3310 W. Mt. Hope Ave from R-1 to MFR

The Development & Planning Committee approved several resolutions, all passing unanimously. Selina Mate was appointed to the Historic District Commission. The city will acquire land on W Fairfield Avenue for Jones Lake Park and purchase property on S. Waverly to extend the South Lansing Pathway. Public hearings were set for two rezoning projects and a state‑licensed adult foster care home was approved.

• Appointed Selina Mate to Historic District Commission (term to 6/30/2027) – motion carried 3-0
• Approved acquisition of 600 Block W Fairfield Avenue for Jones Lake Park (ACT-5-2025) – motion carried 3-0
• Approved purchase of 5400 Block S. Waverly to extend South Lansing Pathway (ACT-6-2025) – motion carried 3-0
• Approved 3011 Turner Street State Licensed Adult Foster Care Small Group Home (SLU-1-2025) – motion carried 3-0
• Set public hearing for rezoning 3310 W Mt Hope Avenue (Z-1-2025) on Jan 12, 2026 – motion carried 3-0
• Set public hearing for rezoning 117 Island Avenue (Z-3-2025) on Jan 12, 2026 – motion carried 3-0

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider a series of resolutions ordering property owners to make their buildings safe or to demolish them. The properties addressed are 5210 S. Washington Ave., 6255 Marywood Ave., 509 Baker St., 906 Prospect St., and 810 Beulah St., the latter also includes a show‑cause hearing. A separate resolution will establish a Historic Study Committee for 108 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

• Orders to make safe or demolish 5210 S. Washington Ave.
• Orders to make safe or demolish 6255 Marywood Ave.
• Orders to make safe or demolish 509 Baker St.
• Orders to make safe or demolish 906 Prospect St.
• Orders to make safe or demolish 810 Beulah St. and establish a Historic Study Committee for 108 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

The Committee on Public Safety approved the minutes from the October 28 meeting (3‑0). It adopted make‑safe or demolish resolutions with 21‑day deadlines for 5210 S. Washington Avenue, 6255 Marywood Avenue, and 509 Baker Street (each 3‑0). It also approved a 60‑day make‑safe or demolish order for 906 Prospect (3‑0) and set a show‑cause hearing for 810 Beulah Street on December 15, 2025 (3‑0). The historic‑study committee resolution for 108 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. was tabled until the next meeting (3‑0).

• Approved minutes from Oct 28 2025 (3‑0)
• Approved 21‑day make‑safe or demolish order for 5210 S. Washington Ave (3‑0)
• Approved 21‑day make‑safe or demolish order for 6255 Marywood Ave (3‑0)
• Approved 21‑day make‑safe or demolish order for 509 Baker St (3‑0)
• Approved 60‑day make‑safe or demolish order for 906 Prospect (3‑0)
• Approved show‑cause hearing for 810 Beulah St on Dec 15 2025 (3‑0)
• Tabled historic‑study committee resolution for 108 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. (3‑0)

Demolition Board/Code Enforcement

The Demolition Board/Code Enforcement will hold public hearings on whether to make safe or demolish four properties in Lansing. Each hearing will include public comment and is expected to last 15-20 minutes.

• Hearing #1: 2112 N. High
• Hearing #2: 1004 Cady Ct
• Hearing #3: 408 Monroe St
• Hearing #4: 3126 Maloney St

Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority

The Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority board will vote to approve the July 2025 board meeting minutes. The meeting will also include a public comment period, updates on the Block 2000 projects and the Business Workshop, and a discussion of next year's meeting schedule. Additional items may be addressed under other business before adjournment.

• Approve July 2025 board meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Update on Block 2000 projects
• Update on Business Workshop
• Set next year's meeting schedule

The board approved the September 2025 MACIA meeting minutes. The motion was made by Tim Daman, seconded by L. Peter Clark, and passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority will approve meeting minutes from June through September, mowing expenses, and a mural program. The board will also set the schedule for next year's meetings.

• Approval of Saginaw St. CIA Meeting Minutes (Jun.- Sept.)
• Approval of Mowing Expenses
• Approval of Mural Program
• Next Year's Meeting Schedule

The board approved the June‑Oct meeting minutes and the mowing expense, each with a unanimous vote. It also moved to approve the art‑installation program guidelines, directing Washington to draft an artist agreement and set up an application process. The next year’s meeting schedule was set for the third Thursday at 3 PM at Rathbun. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved June‑Oct meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved mowing expense (4-0)
• Approved art‑installation program guidelines (no vote tally recorded)
• Set next year’s meeting schedule for third Thursday at 3 PM at Rathbun
• Adjourned meeting

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The South Martin Luther King Jr. Corridor Improvement Authority Board will meet on November 20, 2025. The board will approve the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting, receive updates on marketing, bus shelter art, and corridor maintenance, and consider a Corridor Services Agreement. It will also set next year’s meeting schedule and accept public comment.

• Approve meeting minutes from 10.16.25
• Update on corridor marketing efforts
• Update on bus shelter art plans
• Update on corridor maintenance
• Consider a Corridor Services Agreement

The board reviewed the October 16, 2025 meeting minutes but could not approve them because a quorum was not present. No edits were suggested. The board also voted to keep the current meeting schedule for the coming year.

• Minutes not approved (no quorum)
• Retained current meeting schedule for next year

Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board

The Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board and Human Relations & Community Services Advisory Board are meeting jointly to continue discussions on a binding format for selecting a site for the Nova Lansing Housing Initiative (ModPods). They will review criteria used to choose five proposed locations. The rest of the agenda is procedural: call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, director's report, and public comment.

• Continue discussion of binding format for leadership decision on a site proposal for the Nova Lansing Housing Initiative (ModPods)
• Review criteria used to select the five proposed locations for ModPods
• Introduction of facilitator Yarden Blumstein from Resolution Services Center
• Approval of minutes from October 16, 2025
• HRCS Director's Report by Kim A. Coleman

The Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 16, 2025 NAB board meeting. Members reviewed five possible locations for the NOVA Lansing Housing Initiative ModPod Community but did not make any site selections or recommendations. The board then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved October 16, 2025 NAB minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The Mayor’s Neighborhood Advisory Board and the Human Relations & Community Services Advisory Board will meet on November 20, 2025 at the Letts Community Center. The agenda includes routine items such as roll call, approval of the agenda, approval of October 16, 2025 minutes, and a report from the HRCS Director. The primary new business item is a continued discussion on a binding format for how the boards will make a leadership decision on site proposals and the criteria for selecting five locations for the Nova Lansing Housing Initiative (ModPods). Public comment will be limited to one minute per speaker.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes (October 16, 2025)
• HRCS Director's report
• Continue discussion of binding decision format for Nova Lansing Housing Initiative site proposals
• Public comment (1‑minute limit per speaker)

The Neighborhood Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting. Public comments were heard on five potential sites for the NOVA Lansing Housing Initiative ModPod Community, but no site selections or other substantive actions were taken. The board adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved Oct. 16, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Committee on Ways and Means

The Ways and Means Committee will discuss and vote on three grant acceptance resolutions from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Michigan State Police. It will also place on file a sole‑source purchase notifying the Parks and Recreation Department of Nature Playscapes LLC as the vendor for an outdoor fitness center at Sycamore Creek Park. Public comment on agenda items is permitted.

• Resolution – Grant Acceptance: MDHHS STOP Violence Against Women grant
• Resolution – Grant Acceptance: MDHHS Domestic Violence Services Capital Area Response Effort (DVS-CARE) grant
• Resolution – Grant Acceptance: Michigan State Police Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
• Place on File – Sole source purchase: Nature Playscapes LLC as vendor for Outdoor Fitness Center, Sycamore Creek Park

The Ways and Means Committee approved the minutes from the November 5 meeting. It adopted three grant‑acceptance resolutions: MDHHS STOP Violence Against Women, MDHHS DVS‑CARE, and Michigan State Police Byrne Justice Assistance Grant, each with a 2‑0 vote. The committee also placed on file a sole‑source purchase for a nature‑based playground at Sycamore Creek Park, also approved 2‑0.

• Approved November 5 minutes (2-0)
• Approved MDHHS STOP Violence Against Women grant acceptance (2-0)
• Approved MDHHS DVS‑CARE grant acceptance (2-0)
• Approved Michigan State Police Byrne Justice Assistance Grant acceptance (2-0)
• Placed on file sole‑source purchase for Nature Playscapes LLC for Outdoor Fitness Center at Sycamore Creek Park (2-0)

Demolition Board/Code Enforcement

The Demolition Board/Code Enforcement will hold three Make Safe or Demolish hearings at 5:00 p.m. on November 19, 2025. Each hearing will consider whether to require repairs (make safe) or approve demolition of the listed properties. A public comment period will precede each hearing.

• Hearing #1 – 408 Sawyer Rd
• Hearing #2 – 108 W. Barnes Ave
• Hearing #3 – 408 Norman St

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The LEPFA Board voted to approve the October 2025 financials, confirming revenue and expense figures. It also approved the meeting schedule for 2026 and adopted the minutes from the October 28 meeting. All motions were carried without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved October 2025 financials (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of October 28, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved establishment of agenda (motion carried)
• Approved board meeting schedule for 2026 (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Joint Retirement Board of Trustee

The joint meeting of the Police & Fire and Employees' Retirement System boards will review RFPs for pension software and actuarial services, hear a quarterly investment review, and consider several retirement applications and disability requests. The boards will also vote on November invoices and expense reports.

• Request for Proposals for pension software and actuarial services
• September 30, 2025 quarter investment review by Asset Consulting Group
• Motion to rescind retirement application of Kevin Walkington (IAFF Firefighter)
• Regular age & service retirements: Angel Garcia (UAW) and Michael Sullivan (Teamsters)
• Police Trustee special election

The Joint Employees’ Retirement System and Police and Fire Retirement System Boards approved the pension‑software request for proposals, rescinded one firefighter’s retirement, and approved two employee retirements. They also approved a disability request, a refund of contributions, and added new securities‑monitoring firms to the city’s outside‑counsel list. The boards recommended Foster actuarial firm for a Level 3 audit and adjusted the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Rescinded Kevin Walkington retirement (Police & Fire) – vote 5‑0
• Approved retirements of Angel Garcia and Michael Sullivan (Employees) – vote 8‑0
• Approved disability request for Applicant #2025‑E0715 (Employees) – vote 8‑0
• Approved refund of $7,379.85 for Charlsey Cavric (Police & Fire) – vote 5‑0
• Approved pension‑software RFP for Police & Fire Retirement System – vote 5‑0
• Added Labaton, Keller & Sucharow to securities‑monitoring and outside‑counsel lists – vote 8‑0
• Recommended Foster actuarial firm for Level 3 audit (Police & Fire) – vote 5‑0
• Approved amended 2026 meeting schedule for Employees’ Retirement System – vote 8‑0

Lansing Gateway North Grand River Improvement Authority

The Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board will consider approval of the October 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive updates on the design request for proposals and discuss the mural program. The board will also set next year’s meeting schedule and provide end‑of‑year updates.

• Approve October 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on Design RFP
• Discussion of Mural Program
• Set next year’s meeting schedule
• End‑of‑year updates

The board approved the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It agreed to hold future meetings on the third Wednesday of each month at 4 PM in the Peckham boardroom. The meeting was adjourned at 4:38 PM.

• Approved Oct 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to schedule future meetings on third Wednesday at 4 PM at Peckham
• Adjourned meeting at 4:38 PM (motion Van Arkle, support Crank)

Demolition Board/Code Enforcement

The Demolition Board/Code Enforcement will hold 'Make Safe or Demolish' hearings for two specific addresses. Property owners or representatives may speak during the public comment period for each hearing.

• Hearing for 904 E. Kalamazoo St
• Hearing for 813 Bement St

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to approve minutes, review department reports, and hear public comments. The meeting includes presentations on the Violent Crimes Initiative and updates from the Chief of Police.

• Approval of October 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Department reports for October 2025
• Education presentation on Violent Crimes Initiative
• Legal update from Chief Deputy City Attorney
• Public comments on agenda items

The board excused Commissioner Bitley's absence with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. The agenda, including the October 21 minutes and departmental reports, was approved unanimously. The 2024 Lansing Police Department Annual Report was approved unanimously. The board also approved the 2026 Board of Police Commissioners schedule and meeting location unanimously.

• Excused Commissioner Bitley's absence (7-0)
• Approved agenda with additions (7-0)
• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes and October departmental reports (7-0)
• Approved 2024 LPD Annual Report (7-0)
• Approved 2026 Board of Police Commissioners schedule and location (7-0)

Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board

The Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board, meeting jointly with the Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board, will discuss and potentially decide on a binding format for reaching a leadership decision on a site proposal for the Nova Lansing Housing Initiative. The agenda also includes a director's report, introduction of a facilitator from Resolution Services Center, public comment, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Creation of a binding format for advisory board leadership decision on a site proposal for the Nova Lansing Housing Initiative
• Introduction of facilitator Yarden Blumstein, Executive Director of Resolution Services Center
• Director's report by Kim A. Coleman
• Public comment period (1 minute per speaker)
• Approval of minutes from October 28, 2025

The advisory board approved the meeting agenda and the October 28 minutes. They unanimously accepted a schedule of three future meetings and the use of rank‑based voting to narrow ModPod site options for the mayor. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved October 28 minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted proposed meeting dates and rank‑based voting method (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a General Fund status report for FY 2025‑2026 (1st quarter) and an Employment Vacancy Factor report for the quarter ending September 30, 2025. It will consider three resolutions: one supporting food rescue organizations, one to set a public hearing to amend Chapter 812, Principal Shopping District boundaries, and one to set a public hearing to amend Chapter 1460, Tenant Relocation Fee exception for tenant‑caused damage.

• Resolution – Supporting food rescue organizations
• Resolution – Set a public hearing to amend Chapter 812, Principal Shopping District boundaries
• Resolution – Set a public hearing to amend Chapter 1460, Tenant Relocation Fee exception for tenant‑caused damage
• General Fund Status Report, Fiscal Year 2025‑2026, 1st Quarter
• Employment Vacancy Factor Report, quarter ending September 30, 2025

The council unanimously approved the November 10 minutes. It also passed a resolution supporting food rescue organizations. A resolution was adopted to set a public hearing on December 8 to amend Chapter 812, changing the principal shopping district boundaries. Another resolution set a public hearing on December 8 to amend Chapter 1460 regarding tenant relocation fee exemptions.

• Approved November 10 minutes (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting food rescue organizations (7-0)
• Approved resolution to set public hearing Dec 8, 2025 to amend Chapter 812 (7-0)
• Approved resolution to set public hearing Dec 8, 2025 to amend Chapter 1460 (7-0)

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The Lansing Board of Water & Light will approve the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes and hear public comments. The board will review numerous emails concerning contracts with data centers and receive reports from its Committee of the Whole, Finance Committee, and Pension Fund Trustees. Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including an Energy Optimization Plan for 2026‑2029, a cafeteria plan amendment, special electric service contracts, the 2026 board meeting schedule, FY2025 audited financial statements, and a bond issuance.

• Bond Issuance Resolution
• Energy Optimization Plan 2026-2029 Resolution
• Special Electric Service Contracts for Large Load Customers and Membership in Regional Transmission Organization Resolution
• Adoption of the First Amendment to the Cafeteria Plan Resolution
• FY2025 Audited Financial Statement of the Enterprise Fund & Pension Fiduciary Funds Resolution

The Board approved the September 23, 2025 minutes and removed agenda item 11c concerning special electric service contracts. A motion to approve the Energy Optimization Plan 2026‑2029 was carried, forwarding it to the full Board. The First Amendment to the Cafeteria Plan – Health Savings Account was also approved. No public comments were received on any agenda items.

• Approved September 23, 2025 board minutes (motion carried)
• Removed agenda item 11c on special electric service contracts (no vote)
• Approved Energy Optimization Plan 2026‑2029 resolution and forwarded to full Board (motion carried)
• Approved First Amendment to the Cafeteria Plan – HSA (motion carried)

City Council

The Lansing City Council will hold a public hearing and consider multiple items, including a special land use permit for an adult foster care home, amendments to the noise ordinance and tenant relocation fees, rezoning requests, property acquisitions for park and pathway expansion, and issuance of sewage disposal system revenue bonds. Items listed include both decisions (ordinances for passage, resolutions) and proposals (public hearings, ordinances for introduction).

• Public hearing on SLU-1-2025: special land use permit for adult foster care small group home at 3011 Turner St.
• Public hearing on amending Chapter 654 (Noise Ordinance) applicability and enforcement (PEND-4245).
• Rezoning Z-1-2025: 3310 W. Mt. Hope Ave. from R-1 Residential to MFR Multi-Family Residential (PEND-4258).
• Acquisition of property in 600 block W. Fairfield Ave. for incorporation into Jones Lake Park (PEND-4251).
• Purchase of property in 5400 block S. Waverly Rd. to extend South Lansing Pathway (PEND-4252).

The Lansing City Council approved a 15‑foot utility easement for Consumers Energy on East Mount Hope Avenue. It set a public hearing for an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act (OPRA) district at 323‑327 S. Washington Square and adopted resolutions establishing OPRA districts at 414 Baker St. and 1204 S. Washington Ave. A resolution supporting local food‑rescue organizations was also adopted, and the mayor was authorized to complete a cemetery land transaction with one council member voting nay.

• Approved public hearing for OPRA District at 323-327 S. Washington Square (Dec 8, 2025)
• Adopted resolution supporting food rescue organizations
• Approved utility easement for Consumers Energy on 2020 and 2600 East Mount Hope Avenue
• Approved establishment of OPRA District at 414 Baker St.
• Approved establishment of OPRA District at 1204 S. Washington Ave.
• Authorized mayor to sign Evergreen Cemetery land transaction; motion carried with Council Member Jackson voting ‘Nay’
• Approved printed council proceedings of Nov 10, 2025
• Removed historic district study committee item from table

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. board will meet to approve consent items, receive committee reports, and discuss budget kick-off, projects, and priorities. The meeting includes a discussion on a Strategic Action Plan Goal #3 and the resignation of board member Nikki Thompson-Frazier.

• Approval of October Monthly Financials
• Discussion on Budget Kick-off, projects and priorities
• Strategic Action Plan Goal #3 Discussion
• Welcome New Board Member Kris Klein
• Nikki Thompson-Frazier Board Resignation

The board voted to accept Nikki Thompson‑Frazier’s resignation, passing the motion unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote. No other formal votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Accepted Nikki Thompson‑Frazier resignation (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will convene to approve meeting minutes and receive reports from division officers regarding wastewater operations. The meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2025, at the Wastewater Treatment Plant Administrative Building.

• Approval of October 9, 2025 Board minutes
• Reports from Operations and Maintenance/CART Division
• Reports from Wastewater Division
• Report from Director of Public Service Andrew Kilpatrick
• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items

The Board approved the meeting agenda after a motion was moved by Ms. Mahlow and seconded by Ms. Tanner. The Board also approved the October 9, 2025 minutes following a motion moved by Ms. Mahlow and seconded by Ms. Tanner. No other actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• October 9, 2025 minutes approved (motion carried)

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will discuss and vote on resolutions to appoint a member to the Historic District Commission and establish Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act (OPRA) districts. The committee will also set public hearings for a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement and a utility easement.

• Appointment of Selina Mate to Historic District Commission
• Establish OPRA District at 323-327 S. Washington Sq.
• Establish OPRA District at 1204 S. Washington Ave.
• Establish OPRA District at 414 Baker St.
• Set Public Hearing for PILOT at Pinebrook Manor

The committee approved the October 22, 2025 minutes (3‑0). It set a public hearing for the OPRA district at 323‑327 S Washington Avenue for Dec 8, 2025 (3‑0) and approved OPRA district resolutions for Lil Rock Ventures at 1204 S Washington Ave and for Maximillian Boortz at 414 Baker Street (each 3‑0). The committee removed the ACT‑3‑2025 utility easement item from the table (3‑0) and approved an amended Consumers Energy easement resolution, to be finalized before the Nov 17, 2025 council meeting (3‑0).

• Approved October 22, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved public hearing for OPRA district 323-327 S Washington Ave on Dec 8, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved OPRA district resolution for 1204 S Washington Ave for Lil Rock Ventures LLC (3-0)
• Approved OPRA district resolution for 414 Baker Street for Maximillian Boortz (3-0)
• Removed ACT-3-2025 Utility Easement item from the table (3-0)
• Approved amended Consumers Energy easement resolution (ACT-3-2025) to be finalized before Nov 17, 2025 (3-0)

Board of Ethics

The Lansing Board of Ethics will consider proposed edits to the Ethics Manual, review an affidavit of disclosure from the Lansing Police Department, and examine a statement of financial interests from a City Council legislative analyst. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Derek Selden Affidavit of Disclosure – Lansing Police Department
• Luke Bingaman Statement of Financial Interests – City Council Legislative Analyst
• Ethics Manual Update – Proposed edits for review

The Board of Ethics approved the agenda with a correction to the meeting date and approved the October 14, 2025 minutes. It placed Derek Selden’s affidavit of disclosure and Luke Bingaman’s statements of financial interests on file after finding no ethics violations. The board also accepted proposed updates to the Ethics Manual to improve readability. No other items were tabled or reported.

• Approved agenda with date correction (motion carried)
• Approved October 14, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Placed Derek Selden’s affidavit of disclosure on file, no violation found (motion carried)
• Placed Luke Bingaman’s statements of financial interests on file, no violation found (motion carried)
• Accepted Ethics Manual updates to cover, contents, charter language, and format (motion carried)

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The Lansing Park Board will meet to discuss adding a new member, consider memorial requests for Kircher Park, and review projects for Fenner and Hunter parks. The board will also address lighting at Ranney Park and a steam conversion at BWL Wentworth Park.

• New Park Board Member appointment
• Kircher Park Memorial Request
• Fenner Preschool Playground and Hunter Park Playground
• Ranney Park Additional Lighting
• BWL Wentworth Park Steam Conversion

The Park Board accepted the amended agenda and the October 8 minutes, both unanimously. It voted to support installing a memorial for Thomas Parker at the Kircher Municipal Baseball Field, pending final design and inscription review. The board also renewed the easement for the Tubing Hill portion of Scott Woods, again unanimously. No other actions were voted on.

• Accepted amended agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted October 8 minutes (unanimous)
• Supported Kircher Park memorial pending design review (unanimous)
• Renewed easement for Scott Woods Tubing Hill (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Lansing City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss resolutions to reappoint a Capital Area Transportation Authority board member, set public hearings for a retirement services credit amendment and a Parks and Recreation Master Plan, and approve the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Reappointment of Chelsea Dowler to Capital Area Transportation Authority Board
• Public hearing set for retirement services credit amendment (Chapter 294)
• Public hearing set for Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2026-2030
• Approval of City Council Meeting Schedule for 2026

The council unanimously approved six items. They adopted the October 27, 2025 minutes, reappointed Chelsea Dowler to the CATA Board, and set public hearings for a retirement‑credit amendment (Nov. 17) and the Parks & Recreation Master Plan (Dec. 15). They also approved the 2026 council meeting schedule and changed the May 6 date to May 4. All motions passed 8‑0.

• Approved October 27, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Approved reappointment of Chelsea Dowler to CATA Board, term to Sep 30, 2028 (8-0)
• Approved resolution to set public hearing Nov 17, 2025 to amend Chapter 294 for fire and police retirement credits (8-0)
• Approved resolution to set public hearing Dec 15, 2025 for Parks & Recreation Master Plan 2026‑2030 (8-0)
• Approved 2026 City Council meeting schedule as presented (8-0)
• Approved amendment changing May 6 meeting to May 4 (8-0)

Historic District Commission

The Lansing Historic District Commission will review a draft ordinance that would require review of demolition permits for historic structures. They will also discuss possible resources for listing new local historic districts and an annual grant from the State Historic Preservation Office. The meeting includes a public hearing, approval of past minutes, and staff comments. No decisions are final until a vote is taken.

• Review of draft ordinance requiring historic demolition permit review
• Discussion of resources for local historic district listing
• Annual SHPO Certified Local Government Grant update
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2025
• Public hearing (agenda item 4, no specific topic listed)

The commission voted unanimously to approve a motion to draft a Historic District Study Committee resolution for St. Lawrence Hospital. The agenda was approved by unanimous consent. Other topics, such as a draft demolition‑permit ordinance and potential historic district listings, were discussed but no decisions were made. The meeting adjourned at 6:28 p.m.

• Agenda approved by unanimous consent
• Draft Historic District Study Committee Resolution for St. Lawrence Hospital approved (5-0)

City Council

The Lansing City Council will consider a license for ACE Pyro, LLC to provide fireworks for the Silver Bells Celebration on November 21, 2025. The meeting also includes several show cause hearings on orders to make safe or demolish vacant properties, grant acceptances, and a payment‑in‑lieu‑of‑taxes request for Pinebrook Manor. Additional items on the consent agenda cover a land sale agreement, a historic district study committee, and various ordinance amendments.

• Fireworks Display License; ACE Pyro, LLC for the City of Lansing’s Silver Bells Celebration, November 21, 2025 (PEND-4225)
• Grant Acceptance; Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant, United States Department of Energy (PEND-4221)
• Show Cause Hearing on Orders to Make Safe or Demolish for 5210 S. Washington Ave. (PEND-4177)
• Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for Pinebrook Manor, 5911 S. Waverly Rd. (PEND-4249)
• Land Sale Agreement, 229 South Cedar St, Deep Green Technologies (item 23)

The Lansing City Council approved multiple resolutions, including the reappointment of Chelsea Dowler to the Capital Area Transportation Authority Board, a fireworks display license for ACE Pyro, LLC, and recognition of the Capital City Wrestling Club as a local nonprofit. It also accepted a $300,000 donation from Meijer to fund the Great Bubble Barrier in the Grand River and authorized a $400,000 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant for Frances River Lot improvements. Several show‑cause hearings and OPRA district matters were referred to the appropriate committees.

• Approved printed Council Proceedings of Oct 27, 2025 (motion carried)
• Referred show‑cause hearings for 5210 S. Washington Ave, 6255 Marywood Ave, 509 Baker St, and 906 Prospect St to the Committee on Public Safety
• Referred OPRA district hearings for 414 Baker St and 1204 S. Washington Ave to the Committee on Development and Planning
• Confirmed reappointment of Chelsea Dowler to the Capital Area Transportation Authority Board (Resolution #2025-267)
• Approved fireworks display license for ACE Pyro, LLC (Resolution #2025-268)
• Recognized Capital City Wrestling Club as a local nonprofit for charitable gaming (Resolution #2025-269)
• Accepted Meijer’s $300,000 donation for the Great Bubble Barrier engineering and design (Resolution #2025-270)
• Authorized acceptance of a $400,000 MNRTF grant for Frances River Lot improvements (Resolution #2025-271)

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The Lansing Economic Development Corp will meet to discuss financial and operational updates. The board is scheduled to take action on a development agreement for the RACER Trust Plant 6 property and a Strategic Site Readiness Program disbursement agreement.

• Development Agreement for Lansing RACER Trust Plant 6 Property
• Strategic Site Readiness Program Disbursement Agreement
• Presentation by Lansing 5:01

The LEDC Board approved the minutes from the October 3, 2025 meeting unanimously. It also approved the Development Agreement with NorthPoint Development for the RACER Trust Plant 6 property (6 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention). The Board further approved the Strategic Site Readiness Program Disbursement Agreement for the same property under the same vote tally.

• Approved October 3, 2025 meeting minutes (6 yeas, 0 nays, 0 abstentions)
• Approved Development Agreement for RACER Trust Plant 6 (6 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)
• Approved Strategic Site Readiness Program Disbursement Agreement (6 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve the minutes from the October 3, 2025 board meeting and receive a financial update. The meeting will also include an open forum for board members and a period for public comment.

• Approval of October 3, 2025 board meeting minutes
• Financial update presentation
• Open forum for board members
• Public comment period

The LBRA Board voted to approve the minutes of the October 3, 2025 meeting. The motion received seven yeas and was unanimous. No other actions or decisions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved October 3, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority board will meet for a largely procedural agenda, including approval of prior minutes, a financial update, and a discussion on the TIFA Act amendment. No specific rezonings, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed for decision at this meeting.

• Approval of October 3, 2025 board meeting minutes
• Financial update on TIFA accounts
• Update on TIFA Act amendment

The Lansing TIFA Board voted to approve the minutes from the October 3, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Member Smith, seconded by Member Laws-Barker, and passed unanimously with seven yeas. No other actions or decisions were taken.

• Approved October 3, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will discuss a resolution to license ACE Pyro, LLC for a fireworks display at the Silver Bells Celebration and a resolution recognizing the Capital City Wrestling Club.

• Resolution: Fireworks Display License for Silver Bells Celebration
• Resolution: Non-Profit Recognition for Capital City Wrestling Club

The Committee on City Operations approved the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting unanimously. It approved a resolution granting ACE Pyro, LLC a fireworks display license for the Silver Bells Celebration on November 21, 2025, with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved a resolution recognizing the Capital City Wrestling Club as a non‑profit organization, also by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved fireworks display license for ACE Pyro, LLC (3-0)
• Approved non-profit recognition for Capital City Wrestling Club (3-0)

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will consider accepting three resolutions: a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy for energy efficiency, a grant from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund for Frances River Lot improvements, and a donation from Meijer for the Great Bubble Barrier in the Grand River. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. Action on these items will determine funding for local projects.

• Resolution to accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant from U.S. Department of Energy
• Resolution to accept Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant for Frances River Lot Improvements
• Resolution to accept donation from Meijer for the Great Bubble Barrier in the Grand River
• Public comment on agenda items (up to 3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of October 1, 2025 meeting minutes

The Ways and Means Committee approved the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting unanimously. It also voted 3‑0 to accept a U.S. DOE Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant, a $400,000 Frances River Lot Improvements grant from MNRTF, and a Meijer donation for a bubble‑barrier system on the Grand River.

• Approved October 1, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant resolution (3-0)
• Approved Frances River Lot Improvements grant acceptance, $400,000 award (3-0)
• Approved Meijer donation acceptance for Great Bubble Barrier in Grand River (3-0)

Public Media Authority

The Public Media Authority approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. The board also approved the scheduled meeting dates for 2026. Both motions passed with all members in favor. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning applications: 3310 W. Mount Hope Ave. from R-1 to MFR, 200 blocks of S. Cedar and S. Larch streets from DT-3 to IND-1, and 117 Island Ave. from R-3 to MX-C. The commission will also consider acquiring two properties for park land: 0 W. Fairfield Ave. for Jones Lake Park and a parcel on S. Waverly Road.

• Rezoning Z-1-2025: 3310 W. Mount Hope Ave. from R-1 Residential to MFR Multi-Family Residential
• Rezoning Z-2-2025: 200 blocks of S. Cedar and S. Larch streets from DT-3 Downtown Core to IND-1 Industrial
• Rezoning Z-3-2025: 117 Island Ave. from R-3 Residential to MX-C Mixed-Use Urban Corridor
• Act-5-2025: Acquisition of property at 0 W. Fairfield Ave. for Jones Lake Park
• Act-6-2025: Purchase of property in the 5400 block of S. Waverly Road for park land

The commission unanimously approved the acquisition of a 0‑W Fairfield Avenue parcel for Jones Lake Park and the purchase of a 5400‑block S Waverly Road parcel for park expansion. It also approved rezoning 3310 W Mount Hope Avenue from R‑1 to MFR (6‑1) and rezoning 117 Island Avenue from R‑3 to MX‑C (7‑0). All actions were taken by voice vote.

• Approved Act‑5‑2025 acquisition of 0 W Fairfield Ave for Jones Lake Park (7‑0)
• Approved Act‑6‑2025 purchase of 5400 block S Waverly Rd for park land (7‑0)
• Approved Z‑1‑2025 rezoning of 3310 W Mount Hope Ave from R‑1 to MFR (6‑1)
• Approved Z‑3‑2025 rezoning of 117 Island Ave from R‑3 to MX‑C (7‑0)

Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board

The Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board will hold a one‑hour meeting to receive public comment and updates from the city director and culture officer. Committee chairs will report on justice and safety, economic empowerment, and community sustainability themes. The board will also address any unfinished and new business items.

• Public Comment (3 minutes) – Chairperson Sorroche
• Director’s Update – Kimberly A. Coleman
• Culture & Accountability Officer’s Update – Michael Hopson
• Standing/Themes Committee Updates – Justice and Safety, Economic Empowerment, Community Sustainability
• New Business – Chairperson Sorroche

The board approved the meeting agenda, with Cheryl Horn‑Bernard and Byron Haskins noted as approvers. The minutes from the October 5, 2025 meeting were also approved, with Terry Frazier and Cheryl Horn‑Bernard recorded as approvers. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Agenda approved (Cheryl Horn‑Bernard, Byron Haskins)
• Minutes of Oct. 5, 2025 approved (Terry Frazier, Cheryl Horn‑Bernard)

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The board will conduct a special meeting to approve the agenda, review minutes, and discuss old business including HRCS-Human Relations & Community Services housing pods. Members will receive updates from the mayor and DNACE, and the public will be invited to make statements. The next meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2025.

• Review of HRCS-Human Relations & Community Services, Housing Pods (old business)
• Mayor updates (new business)
• DNACE updates (new business)
• Public statements from citizens
• Next meeting scheduled for November 20, 2025

The board approved the agenda and meeting minutes unanimously. It passed a 6‑1 motion for the Neighborhood Advisory Board to join the HRCS advisory board and make a recommendation for one of five housing pod sites. The two boards will meet at Foster Community Center later in November to define the selection process.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved meeting minutes unanimously
• Joined HRCS advisory board to recommend housing pod site (6-1)
• Adjourned unanimously

Arts and Cultural Commission

This meeting includes approval of October 6, 2025 minutes, discussions on priority setting and annual report preparation, revisions to the by-laws and absence policy, and a status report from the Public Art Committee. Public comment is also permitted.

• Approval of October 6, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of priority setting and annual report preparation
• Revisions to by-laws/rules of procedure and absence policy
• Status report from Public Art Committee
• Public comment opportunity

The commission added the election of a new chair to the agenda and approved the revised agenda unanimously. Minutes from the August 4 meeting were corrected and approved unanimously. Alyssa Butts was confirmed as chair, with officer elections to be held in January, passing without dissent. Adoption of revised bylaws was tabled.

• Added election of new chair to agenda (approved)
• Approved revised agenda (unanimous)
• Approved corrected August 4 minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed Alyssa Butts as chair; officer elections set for January (unanimous)
• Tabled adoption of revised bylaws (no vote)
• No public art update reported (no decision)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Committee on Personnel

The Lansing City Council Committee on Personnel will consider the minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting and hear public comments. The primary agenda item is discussion and action on internal auditor interviews for four candidates: Anthony Cantin (ID #15510784), Nithin Xavier (ID #48895547), Luke Berends (ID #64770423), and Matthew Libby (ID #56913704). The meeting will conclude with any other business before adjournment.

• Review minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting
• Public comment on agenda items (up to 3 minutes)
• Internal auditor interviews: Anthony Cantin, Nithin Xavier, Luke Berends, Matthew Libby
• Other business

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority Board will discuss and potentially approve several facility-related purchases, including painting and carpeting, an HVAC project, a fall arrest system, and gutter repairs. The board will also review the 2026 calendar of board meetings and receive financial reports for September.

• Approval of purchases for 2nd Floor Painting and Carpet
• Approval of HVAC Project
• Approval of Fall Arrest System
• Approval of Gutter Repair and Cleaning
• Review of 2026 Calendar Board Meeting Schedule

The October 28, 2025 meeting of the Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority Board of Commissioners reviewed reports, discussed old and new business, and set the next meeting date. The agenda listed items such as approval of prior minutes and a review of the 2026 calendar, but the minutes do not record any votes, approvals, or other decisions. Consequently, no concrete actions were documented.

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider introducing public hearings for two zoning amendments regarding liquor stores. The body will also receive updates on noise ordinance amendments and code compliance for corridor enforcement.

• Zoning Amendment 1240.04 to define "Liquor Store"
• Zoning Amendment 1250.02 regarding liquor license location proximity
• City Attorney update on Chapter 654 Noise ordinance amendments
• Discussion on Code Compliance corridor enforcement and Economic Development Planning

The committee approved the October 14 meeting minutes (3‑0). It removed the liquor‑store zoning amendment from the table so discussion could continue (3‑0) and then tabled the four proposed liquor‑store points for future review (3‑0). Finally, it set a public hearing for November 17, 2025 to consider amendments to Chapter 654, the city noise ordinance (3‑0).

• Approved October 14, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Removed Zoning Amendment 1240.04 (liquor store) from table for discussion (3‑0)
• Tabled four proposed liquor‑store zoning points for future meeting (3‑0)
• Kept Zoning Amendment 1250.02 (liquor license location) tabled (no vote recorded)
• Set public hearing for Nov 17, 2025 to amend Chapter 654 noise ordinance (3‑0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider a tentative agreement regarding a wage reopener with United Auto Workers, Local 2256. The body will also review a noise permit for a pump station project and a non-profit recognition resolution.

• Tentative Agreement for wage reopener between City of Lansing and UAW Local 2256
• Noise Special Permit for Lansing Avenue Pump Station (LAPS) Project at 1701/1711 Lansing Ave
• Non-Profit Recognition resolution for Peckham Vocational Industries Inc.

The council approved the tentative agreement for a wage opener between the City of Lansing and United Auto Workers Local 2256. The motion passed unanimously (8-0). Earlier, the council also approved the October 13 minutes, a non‑profit recognition for Peckham Vocational Industries, and a noise‑permit amendment for the Lansing Avenue pump‑station project.

• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Approved non‑profit recognition for Peckham Vocational Industries, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved amendment setting all end times to 4:30 p.m. for the noise‑permit waiver at the Lansing Avenue Pump Station project (8-0)
• Recessed into closed session for wage‑reopener strategy (8-0)
• Approved resolution for the tentative wage‑opener agreement with United Auto Workers Local 2256 (8-0)

City Council

The Lansing City Council will consider ratifying a wage reopener agreement with UAW Local 2256, hold public hearings on a noise permit for the Lansing Avenue Pump Station and a special land use permit for an adult foster care home, and vote on amendments to city codes including bidding thresholds and retirement credits for fire and police chiefs. The agenda also includes appointments to boards, show cause hearings for demolition orders, and acceptance of grants.

• Ratification of wage reopener tentive agreement with UAW Local 2256
• Noise special permit for Lansing Avenue Pump Station at 1701/1711 Lansing Ave.
• Amendment to Chapter 206 adjusting bid threshold for city contracts
• Amendment to Chapter 294 extending retirement service credits up to 30 years for fire and police department heads
• Special land use permit for adult foster care home at 3011 Turner St.

The City Council confirmed the appointments of Kristopher Klein to the Downtown Lansing Inc. Board and Jeremy Matthews to the South Martin Luther Jr. Boulevard Corridor Improvement Authority Board. It adopted a resolution honoring Bob Hoffman for his service to the arts. The Council also adopted a resolution to hold a show‑cause hearing on November 10, 2025 for the dangerous structure at 5210 S Washington. Item 20 of the agenda was moved to the November 10, 2025 meeting.

• Approved appointment of Kristopher Klein as City Representative on Downtown Lansing Inc. Board (motion carried)
• Approved appointment of Jeremy Matthews as Business Representative on South Martin Luther Jr. Boulevard Corridor Improvement Authority Board (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution honoring Bob Hoffman for his contributions to the arts (consent agenda)
• Scheduled show‑cause hearing for 5210 S Washington building on Nov 10, 2025 (consent agenda)
• Approved all items on the Consent Agenda (motion carried)
• Approved printed Council Proceedings of Oct 13, 2025 (motion carried)
• Moved agenda item 20 to the Nov 10, 2025 council meeting

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The board approved the June, July, and August 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. A briefing on a joint mowing expense was presented, but no vote outcome was recorded. The board also reviewed draft mural program guidelines and discussed suggested improvements, without a formal decision.

• Approved June, July, and August 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Committee on Development & Planning

The Lansing Committee on Development and Planning will consider several resolutions. These include appointing Jeremy Matthews to the South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Corridor Improvement Authority Board and Kris Klein to the Downtown Lansing Inc. Board. The Committee will set public hearings for a special land use permit at 3011 Turner St. and for two properties in the OPRA District at 1204 S. Washington Ave. and 414 Baker St. It will also consider a utility easement resolution for Consumers Energy at 2020 and 2600 E. Mount Hope Avenue.

• Resolution appointing Jeremy Matthews as Business Representative to the South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Corridor Improvement Authority Board (term expires July 31, 2027)
• Resolution appointing Kris Klein as City Representative to the Downtown Lansing Inc. Board (term expires June 30, 2027)
• Resolution to set a public hearing (SLU-1-2025) for a special land use permit at 3011 Turner St., authorizing a state‑licensed adult foster care small group home
• Resolution to set a public hearing for the OPRA District property at 1204 S. Washington Ave., Lil Rock Ventures, LLC
• Resolution ACT-3-2025 for a utility easement for Consumers Energy at 2020 and 2600 E. Mount Hope Avenue

The committee appointed Jeremy Matthews to the Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd Corridor Improvement Authority Board (term until July 31 2027) and Kris Klein as the city’s representative on the Downtown Lansing, Inc. Board (term until June 30 2027), each with a 3‑0 vote. It also scheduled public hearings for a state‑licensed adult foster‑care small‑group home at 3011 Turner Street (Nov 17 2025) and for OPRA districts at 1204 S Washington Ave and 414 Baker St (Nov 10 2025), all approved 3‑0. Finally, the utility easement item was removed from the table with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved appointment of Jeremy Matthews to MLK Blvd Corridor Improvement Authority Board (term to 7/31/2027) – vote 3-0
• Approved appointment of Kris Klein as City Representative to Downtown Lansing, Inc. Board (term to 6/30/2027) – vote 3-0
• Approved resolution to set public hearing for SLU-1-2025 adult foster‑care home at 3011 Turner Street on 11/17/2025 – vote 3-0
• Approved resolution to set public hearing for OPRA district at 1204 S Washington Ave on 11/10/2025 – vote 3-0
• Approved resolution to set public hearing for OPRA district at 414 Baker St on 11/10/2025 – vote 3-0
• Removed Utility Easement item (2020 and 2600 E Mount Hope Ave) from the table – vote 3-0

Police & Fire Retirement System

The board will review retirement applications for three members and discuss the 2026 meeting schedule. The meeting includes discussions on requests for proposals for actuarial services and pension administration software.

• Retirement applications for Matthew Kreft, Kevin Walkington, and Gretchen Kohsmann
• Request for Proposals for Actuarial Services
• Request for Proposals for Pension Administration Software
• Police Trustee Vacancy Resolution
• September 2025 retirement allowances totaling $3,528,200.57

The board approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes and authorized three regular age‑and‑service retirements for Matthew Kreft, Kevin Walkington and the deferred case of Gretchen Kohsmann, each by a 6‑0 vote. Trustees excused absent member Garza, approved four invoices totaling $83,452.68, and adopted a resolution declaring the Police Trustee position vacant, ordering a special election to fill it. The board also approved using electronic voting for the election and retained Boomershine as the system’s actuary, both unanimously.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Approved regular age‑and‑service retirement for Matthew Kreft (6‑0)
• Approved regular age‑and‑service retirement for Kevin Walkington (6‑0)
• Approved regular age‑and‑service retirement (deferred) for Gretchen Kohsmann (6‑0)
• Excused Trustee Garza from the meeting (6‑0)
• Approved invoices: Asset Consulting $21,768.00; Boomershine $1,300.00; Integrity Asset Management $59,908.68; NCPERS $476.00 (6‑0)
• Adopted Police Trustee vacancy resolution and ordered a special election (6‑0)
• Approved electronic voting for the special election and payment from the administrative budget (6‑0)

Employees' Retirement System

The Lansing Employees' Retirement System board will meet to approve retirement requests, review legal counsel reports, and consider proposals for actuarial services and pension administration software. The meeting also includes a report on membership and a monthly investment review.

• Retirement requests for Al Ansley and disability applicants
• Refunds totaling $23,933.98 for non-vested members
• Request for Proposals for actuarial services
• Request for Proposals for pension administration software
• Monthly investment report to be presented

The board approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes and a retirement application for Al Ansley. It authorized refunds of $19,792.35 to Angie Qawwee and $4,140.63 to Emily Musson, and approved payment of three September invoices totaling $59,596.32. Trustees Dedic and Garza were excused, the board voted to retain Boomershine as actuary, and directed the pension‑administration software RFP to the IT director for review.

• Approved September 9, 2025 Board minutes (7‑0)
• Approved retirement application for Al Ansley (7‑0)
• Approved refund to Angie Qawwee $19,792.35 (7‑0)
• Approved refund to Emily Musson $4,140.63 (7‑0)
• Excused Trustees Dedic and Garza from the meeting (7‑0)
• Approved payment of September invoices: Asset Consulting $21,768.00, Boomershine $3,150.00, Integrity Asset Management $34,678.32 (7‑0)
• Voted to stay with Boomershine as the ERS actuary (7‑0)
• Sent Pension Administration Software RFP to IT director for review (7‑0)

Lansing Gateway North Grand River Improvement Authority

The Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority will hold a monthly meeting to consider action on a grant program and receive updates on a design request for proposals. The board will also discuss mural projects and approve previous meeting minutes. Public comment will be taken.

• Action on approval of the LGCIA Grant Program
• Updates on the Design RFP
• Discussion on murals
• Approval of meeting minutes from Sept. 16, 2025

The board approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It then approved the Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority grant program, with a unanimous vote, and will consult on COVID‑19 language for the ARPA‑funded grant. The board also set the end‑of‑year public gathering for Dec. 31 at the Turner‑Dodge House, with catering by Gregory’s Soul Food from 4 pm to 6 pm.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved LGCIA grant program (unanimous)
• Will consult on COVID‑19 language for grant agreement (unanimous)
• Scheduled end‑of‑year public gathering at Turner‑Dodge House, 4‑6 pm, catering by Gregory’s Soul Food (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:22 pm (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to review department reports and receive an education presentation from Lt. Randy Hon regarding the Traffic Unit and events. The meeting includes reports from administrative, legal, and human resources officials.

• Education presentation by Lt. Randy Hon on Traffic Unit and Events
• September 2025 Department Reports
• Budget Committee report
• Recruitment & Hiring Report
• Citizen Complaint Oversight Committee report

The Board of Police Commissioners met on Oct. 21, 2025. A motion to excuse Commissioner Bitley’s absence passed 6‑0. The September 16, 2025 meeting minutes and September departmental reports were approved by a 7‑0 vote. No other business was acted on.

• Excused absence of Commissioner Bitley (6-0)
• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved September departmental reports (7-0)

Election Commission

The Election Commission is meeting to approve minutes from October 7 and conduct a public test of voting equipment for the November 4, 2025 election. Other agenda items are procedural, including call to order, approval of agenda, public comment, and new business.

• Public test of voting equipment for the November 4, 2025 election

The Election Commission met on October 20, 2025 and approved its agenda. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. A public accuracy test for the November 4, 2025 election was performed and the results were accepted. No new business was presented and the meeting adjourned at 2:22 p.m.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of Oct 7, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Accepted public accuracy test results for Nov 4, 2025 election (motion carried)

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The South Martin Luther King Jr. Corridor Improvement Authority board will approve the previous meeting minutes and receive updates on marketing, bus shelter art, and corridor maintenance. The primary action item is the consideration of a Corridor Services Agreement. The meeting also includes a public comment period and other business.

• Approve September 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Updates on corridor marketing efforts
• Updates on bus shelter art projects
• Updates on corridor maintenance activities
• Consideration of a Corridor Services Agreement

The board approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The board received updates on marketing efforts, the bus shelter project, and corridor maintenance, but no further actions were taken.

• Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Committee on Personnel

The Committee on Personnel will discuss the Legislative Analyst vacancy and the Internal Auditor vacancy. Members may ask questions and provide input on each position. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Discussion/Action – Legislative Analyst vacancy
• Discussion/Action – Internal Auditor vacancy

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will discuss and act on resolutions regarding building safety and demolition for four specific properties. The body will also introduce zoning amendments concerning liquor store definitions and license proximity.

• Show Cause Hearings for orders to make safe or demolish: 5210 S Washington Ave., 906 Prospect St., 6255 Marywood Ave., and 509 Baker St.
• Zoning Amendment 1240.04 to define "Liquor Store"
• Zoning Amendment 1250.02 regarding Liquor License Location Proximity
• Discussion on Code Compliance, Corridor Enforcement, and Economic Development Planning (EDP)

The Public Safety Committee approved the September 23, 2025 minutes (3‑0). It then approved resolutions to hold show‑cause hearings on November 10, 2025 for 5210 S Washington Ave, 906 Prospect St, 6255 Marywood Ave, and 509 Baker St, each vote 3‑0. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved show‑cause hearing for 5210 S Washington Ave on Nov 10, 2025 (3‑0)
• Approved show‑cause hearing for 906 Prospect St on Nov 10, 2025 (3‑0)
• Approved show‑cause hearing for 6255 Marywood Ave on Nov 10, 2025 (3‑0)
• Approved show‑cause hearing for 509 Baker St on Nov 10, 2025 (3‑0)

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics is meeting to review the 2026 meeting schedule and propose changes to the November and December 2025 meeting dates and locations. The board will also discuss updates to the Ethics Manual regarding monetary gifts.

• Proposed change of November meeting date
• Proposed change of November and December meeting locations to Lansing Elections Office
• Review of 2026 Meeting Schedule
• Research on monetary gifts for Ethics Manual update

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 12, 2025. It changed the November 11, 2025 meeting to November 12, 2025, relocated the November 12 and December 9 meetings to the Lansing Elections Office at 701 W. Jolly Rd, and adopted the published 2026 meeting schedule. Shawn McNamara’s affidavit of disclosure was placed on file with no ethics violation found.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Agenda amendment to add affidavit review approved (motion carried)
• Minutes of August 12, 2025 approved (motion carried)
• Board meeting date changed to November 12, 2025 (motion carried)
• Board meetings on November 12 and December 9 moved to 701 W. Jolly Rd (motion carried)
• 2026 Board of Ethics meeting schedule adopted (motion carried)
• Shawn McNamara’s affidavit placed on file; no violation found (motion carried)

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority Board is meeting to discuss and potentially select a general manager for the Lansing Complex, with a closed session for personnel discussions. The meeting includes public comment and commissioners' remarks, but the primary action item is the general manager selection under the Legends Global agenda item.

• Legends Global: Lansing Complex General Manager Selection (discussion/decision item)
• Closed session for personnel discussions regarding the selection

The LEPFA Board voted to accept the hiring committee’s recommendation and appoint William (Tony) Watson as the General Manager of the Lansing Complex. The motion passed with four yes votes (Collins, Hall, Howard, Saxton) and two abstentions (Mickens, Leatherwood). The board also approved an agreement with modifications and entered a closed session to discuss a personnel matter before adjourning.

• Approved appointment of William (Tony) Watson as General Manager (yes: Collins, Hall, Howard, Saxton; abstain: Mickens, Leatherwood)
• Accepted agreement with modifications (motion carried)
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel matter
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider a resolution to reappoint Linda Sanchez-Gazella as a member of the Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees, with the term expiring June 30, 2029. The meeting will also include discussion and action on a separate Advocacy Support resolution. Public comment is scheduled after the agenda items.

• Resolution to reappoint Linda Sanchez-Gazella to the Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees
• Discussion and action on an Advocacy Support resolution

The Committee of the Whole approved the September 29, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Council members reappointed Linda Sanchez‑Gazella to the Employees Retirement System Board of Trustees, with her term set to expire June 30, 2029, also by a 7‑0 vote. The body then adopted the Advocacy Support resolution, incorporating a friendly amendment on pro‑LGBTQ+ language, with a unanimous 7‑0 vote.

• Approved September 29, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Reappointed Linda Sanchez-Gazella to Employees Retirement System Board, term to expire June 30, 2029 (7-0)
• Approved Advocacy Support resolution with amendment on pro-LGBTQ+ language (7-0)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to approve minutes from a prior meeting and review demolition permits for historic structures. The meeting is scheduled for November 10, 2025.

• Approval of May 12, 2025 minutes
• Review of demolition permits for historic structures

City Council

The City Council will discuss declaring Lansing an LGBTQ+ welcoming city and amend bidding thresholds in Chapter 206. The body is also reviewing several traffic control orders, grant acceptances, and property rehabilitation requests.

• Resolution declaring the City of Lansing as an LGBTQ+ Welcoming City
• Liquor license and social district permits for Zick and Nach Foods LLC at 1218 Turner St.
• Special Land Use Permit for an adult foster care small group home at 3011 Turner St.
• OPRA District requests for 1204 S. Washington Ave. and 414 Baker St.
• Amending Chapter 206 to adjust the threshold for requiring bidding

The council approved several appointments and reappointments to the Park Board and the Employees' Retirement System Board, increased the City Council Administrative Assistant’s salary to $70,000, and granted a liquor license to Zick and Nach Foods LLC at 1218 Turner St. It also set a public hearing for October 27 to consider a noise‑abatement waiver for the Lansing Avenue Pump Station project and adopted traffic control orders to regulate parking on Bridgeport Drive and to install a stop sign at Ray Street and Woodrow Avenue.

• Appointed Christopher Green‑Szmadzinski as 2nd Ward Park Board member (term to 6/30/2026) – motion carried
• Reappointed Linda Sanchez‑Gazella to Employees' Retirement System Board (term to 6/30/2029) – adopted via consent agenda
• Reappointed Mike Dombrowski as First Ward Park Board member (term to 6/30/2029) – adopted via consent agenda
• Approved wage increase for Council Administrative Assistant Renee Richmond to $70,000 effective 9/29/2025 – adopted via consent agenda
• Approved liquor license and related permits for Zick and Nach Foods LLC at 1218 Turner St. – adopted via consent agenda
• Resolved to hold a public hearing on Oct 27, 2025 to consider noise‑waiver for Lansing Avenue Pump Station project – adopted via consent agenda
• Approved Traffic Control Order No. 18‑002 to regulate parking on south side of Bridgeport Drive, effective upon signing, expires one year later – adopted via consent agenda
• Approved Traffic Control Order No. 18‑030 to install a stop sign at Woodrow Avenue and Ray Street – adopted via consent agenda

Committee on Personnel

The Committee on Personnel will meet to conduct interviews for the Legislative Analyst position. The body will discuss and take action regarding three specific candidates.

• Interviews for Legislative Analyst: David Rappaport (#50668878)
• Interviews for Legislative Analyst: Jacintha Glover (#63859694)
• Interviews for Legislative Analyst: Luke Bingaman (#62000255)

Board of Public Service

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific action items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

The Board of Public Service approved the agenda for the October 9, 2025 meeting and approved the September 11, 2025 board minutes. Both motions were moved, seconded, and carried. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• September 11, 2025 minutes approved (motion carried)

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The Downtown Lansing Inc. board will approve the 2025 meeting calendar and minutes, review September financials, and discuss 2026 outdoor patio and sign permits. The meeting will also include a presentation on a City Parking Study and a review of the Strategic Action Plan.

• Approval of September Monthly Financials
• Discussion of 2026 Outdoor Patio & Sign permits
• Review of City Parking Study and Downtown
• Strategic Action Plan Goal #3 Discussion
• CSO Redesign

The board approved the consent agenda and accepted Karl Dorshimer’s resignation. It unanimously approved a recommendation for staff to begin discussions with city officials about a 15‑minute free parking period and loading zones. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Consent agenda approved (motion by A. Rusek, seconded by J. Flores)
• Accepted Karl Dorshimer’s resignation from the board (motion by N. Thompson Frazier, seconded by A. Rusek, approved unanimously)
• Board recommends and directs staff to initiate parking recommendation talks with city (motion by J. Estill, seconded by K. Tomac, approved unanimously)
• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously (motion by A. Rusek, seconded by J. Durham)

Committee on City Operations

The committee will discuss and vote on several resolutions, including Park Board appointments, a liquor license for a new business, and setting a public hearing for a noise special permit related to the Lansing Avenue Pump Station project. Additionally, multiple traffic control orders regulating parking and installing signs on city streets are up for consideration.

• Appointment of Christopher Green-Szmadzinski to the Park Board (2nd Ward, term expiring June 30, 2026)
• Reappointments of Mike Dombrowski (1st Ward) and Nate Scramlin (At-Large) to the Park Board (terms expiring June 30, 2029)
• Liquor license (SDM, Class C, Sunday Sales, Entertainment, Additional Bar, Social District) for Zick and Nach Foods LLC at 1218 Turner St.
• Setting a public hearing for a noise special permit for the Lansing Avenue Pump Station (LAPS) Project at 1701/1711 Lansing Ave.
• Traffic control orders: parking regulations on Bridgeport Dr., E. Lenawee St., River St., W. Washtenaw St., Tranter St., and Jay St.; stop signs on Woodrow Ave. at Ray St. and Florence St. at Ray St.; yield sign on Joshua St. at Kaynorth Rd.

The Committee on City Operations approved three Park Board appointments and reappointments, granted a liquor license to Zick and Nach Foods LLC for a Special Daily Meal and Class C license at 1218 Turner Street, and adopted multiple traffic control orders regulating parking and installing signs. All motions passed unanimously with a 2-0 vote. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved appointment of Christopher Green‑Szmadzinski to 2nd Ward Park Board (2-0)
• Approved reappointment of Mike Dombrowski to 1st Ward Park Board (2-0)
• Approved reappointment of Nate Scramlin as At‑Large Park Board member (2-0)
• Approved liquor license for Zick and Nach Foods LLC at 1218 Turner St (2-0)
• Approved Traffic Control Order 18-002 to regulate parking at 4035 Bridgeport Dr (2-0)
• Approved Traffic Control Order 18-030 to install stop sign at Woodrow Ave & Ray St (2-0)
• Approved Traffic Control Order 23-15 to install yield sign at Joshua St & Kaynorth Rd (2-0)
• Approved Traffic Control Order 25-12 to regulate parking on the 100 block of E. Lenawee St (2-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Lansing Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request (BZA‑4098.25) to allow an 8‑foot high screen fence in the front yard of 2701 S. M. L. King Jr. Blvd. The board will consider granting the variance. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• BZA‑4098.25 – variance to permit an 8‑foot high screen fence at 2701 S. M. L. King Jr. Blvd.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance allowing an eight‑foot high, mesh/spiked black iron fence at 2701 S. M. L. King Jr. Boulevard, modifying height and visual‑openness requirements. The motion passed 5‑1, with one dissenting vote. The Board also granted excused absences for Iannuzzi and Fryling (voice vote 6‑0) and approved the August 14, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote 6‑0). No public comments were received.

• Approved variance for 8‑ft fence at 2701 S. M. L. King Jr. Blvd. (5-1)
• Granted excused absences for Iannuzzi and Fryling (voice vote 6-0)
• Approved August 14, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote 6-0)

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Lansing Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will discuss LGBTQ+ safety as the main item on the agenda. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment. No voting or action items are scheduled beyond the discussion.

• Discussion on LGBTQ+ safety

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will review a donation of the Jones Lake parcel. The board will also discuss its five‑year plan and receive updates on upcoming park events and projects, including a bubble barrier demonstration, new playground equipment at Ferris Park, and a fish‑ladder music program.

• Jones Lake Parcel Donation
• 5‑Year Plan discussion
• Bubble Barrier event at Play Michigan (Oct 21, 11:00 am‑12:00 pm)
• Playground Equipment Proposal – Ferris Park
• Fish Ladder Music in the Park (Oct 23)

The Lansing Park Board unanimously approved the donation of a parcel adjacent to Jones Lake Park. It also approved allocating $43,005.94 from the Capital Improvement Program to begin construction of a nature‑based playground for the Fenner Preschool. Updates to the 5‑Year Master Plan, including lighting and litter‑removal objectives and image labeling, were also approved unanimously.

• Accepted Jones Lake parcel donation (unanimous)
• Allocated $43,005.94 CIP funds for Fenner Preschool Playground construction (unanimous)
• Updated 5‑Year Plan Objective B to add sustainable lighting language (unanimous)
• Added Objective D for maintenance and litter removal to 5‑Year Plan (unanimous)
• Approved labeling of images on the 5‑Year Plan (unanimous)
• Approved the amended City of Lansing Parks and Recreation 5‑Year Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Added item C to New Business agenda (unanimous)

Election Commission

The Lansing Election Commission will consider establishing an absent voter counting board to process and tabulate absentee ballots on up to 8 days before the November 4, 2025 election, and will assign election inspectors for that election, authorizing the City Clerk to make future adjustments.

• Establishment of an absent voter counting board and authorization to process and tabulate absent voter ballots between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. on any 8 days before election day, November 4, 2025
• Assignment of election inspectors for the November 4, 2025 election and authorization for the City Clerk to make future adjustments as necessary

The commission approved the creation of an absent voter counting board and authorized it to process and tabulate absentee ballots up to eight days before the November 4, 2025 election. It also approved the assignment of election inspectors for the November 4, 2025 election and allowed the City Clerk’s Office to make future adjustments as needed. Both motions were carried.

• Approved establishment of absent voter counting board and ballot processing (motion carried)
• Approved assignment of election inspectors for Nov 4, 2025 election and future adjustments (motion carried)

Committee on Personnel

The Committee on Personnel will conduct interviews for the Legislative Analyst position. The committee will also consider a resolution regarding a salary increase for Council Administrative Assistant Renee Richmond.

• Interviews for Legislative Analyst: Cameron Crawford, James Takeshita, Grant Meade, and Larry Arreguin
• Resolution for salary increase for Council Administrative Assistant Renee Richmond

Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board

The Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board will receive updates from the Director and Culture & Accountability Officer, and hear committee reports on justice and safety, economic empowerment, and community sustainability. Unfinished business includes updates on the "From Idea to Income – Small Business Starter Kit," the "Path Forward – MOD Pods," and a review of an ordinance. New business will focus on a NIMBY‑MOD Pod exercise. The meeting also includes a brief public comment period.

• Updates on "From Idea to Income – Small Business Starter Kit" (unfinished business)
• Updates on "Path Forward – MOD Pods" (unfinished business)
• Ordinance review (unfinished business)
• NIMBY– MOD Pod Exercise (new business)
• Public comment (3 minutes)

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board approved its agenda and the minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting. The board received updates on the coat drive, opioid awareness campaign, and MOD Pod events, but no votes or approvals were recorded for any new projects or policies. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Agenda approved (motion by Gillison, seconded by Frazier)
• Minutes of August 5, 2025 approved (motion by Gillison, seconded by Brown)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider amendments to the Zoning Ordinance that add a definition for “liquor store” (Section 1240.02) and set a proximity limitation for liquor stores (Section 1250.02.13). Commissioners will also vote to elect a Planning Commission representative to the Board of Zoning Appeals. The meeting includes a consent item to approve the September 2, 2025 minutes.

• Proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance Section 1240.02 to define “liquor store”
• Proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance Section 1250.02.13 to limit proximity of liquor stores
• Election of Planning Commission representative on the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Consent item: approval of September 2, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission granted an excused absence for John Ruge and approved the meeting agenda. It unanimously recommended adopting amendments to the Zoning Ordinance that define “Liquor Store” and set a 2,500‑foot buffer between such stores. The September 2 minutes were approved and Jackson was elected as the commission’s representative on the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Granted excused absence for John Ruge (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda by unanimous consent
• Recommended approval of liquor‑store definition and 2,500‑foot buffer amendments (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes without objection
• Elected Monte Jackson as Planning Commission representative on Board of Zoning Appeals (voice vote unanimous)

Arts and Cultural Commission

The Lansing Arts and Cultural Commission will discuss its priority‑setting process and begin drafting the annual report. It will also consider revisions to its bylaws, rules of procedure, and absence policy. A status report from the Public Art Committee will be presented, and the board will receive updates from the Mayor’s Office. The meeting concludes with an opportunity for citizen statements.

• Priority setting and annual report preparation
• Bylaws, rules of procedure revisions, and absence policy
• Public Art Committee status report
• Updates from the Mayor’s Office
• Citizen statements at the end of the meeting

The commission added the election of a new chair to the agenda and approved the revised agenda unanimously. Minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting were approved after correcting name spellings. Alyssa Butts was confirmed as chair, with officer elections slated for January. Adoption of revised bylaws was tabled and the meeting adjourned at about 4:30 pm.

• Added election of new chair to agenda (motion by Butts, approved)
• Approved revised agenda unanimously (motion by Butts, seconded by Palagyi)
• Approved corrected August 4, 2025 minutes unanimously (motion by Calati, seconded by Butts)
• Confirmed Alyssa Butts as Chair; officer elections to be held in January (motion by Toshach, seconded by Carter-Powell, passed without dissent)
• Tabled adoption of revised By-Laws/Rules of Procedure (no staff copy prepared)
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 4:30 pm (motion by Butts, seconded by Martinez, passed without dissent)

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The Lansing Economic Development Corp board will consider an action item on a micro loan request from 517 Coffee Co. The meeting also includes updates on the SSRP and LEED Initiative, including upcoming Empower and SEED Academy cohorts and a Targeted Redevelopment Program proposal. Financial and operations updates are scheduled, along with approval of prior minutes.

• Action item: 517 Coffee Co. micro loan request
• Approval of September 12, 2025 board minutes
• Financial update
• Operations update including HR recommendations and job opening
• LEED Initiative updates: Empower and SEED Academy cohorts, Targeted Redevelopment Program proposal

The board approved the September 12, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved a $30,000 micro loan to 517 Coffee Company with six yeas, no nays and one abstention.

• Approved September 12, 2025 board minutes (5 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved $30,000 micro loan to 517 Coffee Company (6 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The LBRA Board of Directors will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a financial update. The agenda contains only procedural items.

• Approval of September 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Financial update

The LBRA Board approved the minutes from the September 12, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Member Jones, seconded by Member Carrillo, and passed unanimously with seven yeas. No other business or public comments were recorded.

• Approved September 12, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority board will review and approve the minutes from its September 12, 2025 meeting. It will also approve the informational meeting #02 held on the same date. A financial update will be presented, followed by an open forum for board members and a period for public comment.

• Approve TIFA Board meeting minutes – September 12, 2025
• Approve TIFA informational meeting #02 of 2025 – September 12, 2025
• Financial update presentation
• Open forum for TIFA board members
• Public comment period

The board approved a $30,000 micro loan for 517 Coffee Company with six yeas, no nays and one abstention. The board also approved the prior meeting minutes with five yeas and no nays. Both motions were carried.

• Approved LEDC Board meeting minutes (5 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved $30,000 micro loan to 517 Coffee Company (6 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will vote on an ordinance to amend Chapter 206 and change the threshold for requiring competitive bidding. It will also consider three grant acceptance resolutions for the Automobile Theft Prevention Authority, the Office of Highway Safety Planning, and a donation from the Michigan Education Association. Additionally, the committee will place on file three sole‑source purchase notifications for the Police, Information Technology, and Fire departments.

• Ordinance – amend Chapter 206 to adjust the threshold for requiring bidding
• Resolution – accept Automobile Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA) grant
• Resolution – accept Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) grant
• Resolution – accept Michigan Education Association donation to the CARE Unit for Domestic Violence
• Place on file – sole source purchase for Police Department school crossing guard program

The Ways and Means Committee approved the September 22 minutes and adopted an ordinance amending Chapter 206 to raise the bidding‑threshold amount. It also approved three grant‑acceptance resolutions (ATPA $268,000, OHSP radar‑gun funding, and a $500 MEA donation) and placed on file three sole‑source purchase notifications for school crossing guards, police scheduling software, and fire‑department extrication equipment. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved September 22 minutes (3-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 206 to adjust bidding threshold (3-0)
• Approved ATPA grant acceptance resolution ($268,000) (3-0)
• Approved OHSP grant acceptance resolution for radar guns and overtime support (3-0)
• Approved MEA donation acceptance ($500) for CARE Unit (3-0)
• Placed on file sole‑source purchase for School Crossing Guard program vendor (3-0)
• Placed on file sole‑source purchase for Orion Workforce scheduling software for Police Department (3-0)
• Placed on file sole‑source purchase for Impact Rescue Holmatro extrication equipment for Fire Department (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Lansing City Council Committee of the Whole will vote on two resolutions: a Special Assessment for the Principal Shopping District 2025 Roll and the Budget Priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027. After public comment, the council will enter a closed session to consult the City Attorney about a list of pending lawsuits. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call and approval of the September 22, 2025 minutes.

• Resolution: Special Assessment – Principal Shopping District 2025 Roll
• Resolution: Budget Priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation with the City Attorney
• Public comment on agenda items (up to 3 minutes)
• Approval of September 22, 2025 meeting minutes

The council approved the September 22, 2025 minutes (6‑0). It amended the Special Assessment resolution to add $1,000 of community funding (6‑0). The FY 2026/27 budget priorities resolution was approved as amended (6‑0). The body also voted to recess into closed session to discuss pending litigation (6‑0).

• Approved September 22, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Amended Special Assessment resolution to provide $1,000 community funding (6-0)
• Approved FY 2026/27 budget priorities resolution as amended (6-0)
• Recessed into closed session for pending litigation discussion (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution setting budget priorities for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. They will also vote on a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) ordinance for Evergreen Townhomes workforce housing at 900 Long Blvd. Other agenda items include a brownfield plan for the Turner North Development, several board appointments, and multiple traffic control orders.

• Brownfield Plan #89 for Turner North Development (1400 block of Turner St.)
• Sale of City Property Lot 57 (1400 block of Turner St.) for Turner North Development
• Budget Priorities for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
• PILOT ordinance for Evergreen Townhomes workforce housing (900 Long Blvd.)
• Special Assessment for Principal Shopping District 2025 Roll

The council approved the LBRA Brownfield Plan #89, authorizing the Turner North Development project. It also approved the sale of Lot 57 on Turner Street for $105,000 to Turner North Development LLC. The council affirmed the appointment of Jason Cords and the reappointments of Becky Pena and Danielle Grubaugh to the Community Corrections Advisory Board, and adopted a resolution honoring the NAACP Freedom Fund Celebration.

• Approved printed Council Proceedings of September 8, 2025 (motion carried)
• Adopted NAACP Freedom Fund tribute resolution (motion carried)
• Approved all items on the Consent Agenda (motion carried)
• Affirmed appointment of Jason Cords to Community Corrections Advisory Board (adopted with consent agenda)
• Affirmed reappointments of Becky Pena and Danielle Grubaugh to Community Corrections Advisory Board (adopted with consent agenda)
• Approved Brownfield Plan #89 – Turner North Development (adopted with consent agenda)
• Approved sale of Lot 57, 1400 block Turner Street for $105,000 to Turner North Development LLC (adopted with consent agenda)

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority will meet to approve meeting minutes and a mowing expense. The board will also discuss an art initiative and marketing efforts.

• Approval of Saginaw St. CIA meeting minutes
• Approval of mowing expense
• Discussion on Art Initiative
• Updates on Marketing Effort by M3

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will discuss several easement resolutions and the sale of city property. Members will also consider a tax payment amendment for workforce housing and discuss budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027.

• Ordinance to add Section 887.10 for Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for Evergreen Townhomes at 900 Long Blvd.
• Resolution for the sale of City Property, Lot 57, 1400 block of Turner St.
• Brownfield Plan #89 for Turner North Development, 1400 block of Turner St.
• Utility easement for Consumers Energy at 2020 and 2600 E. Mount Hope Avenue.
• Drain easement for Capital Region Airport Authority at 2400-2500 blocks of N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

The committee approved a drain easement for the Capital Region Airport Authority (3‑0). It also approved the sale of a city lot on Turner Street (3‑0), a pilot workforce‑housing ordinance at 900 Long Blvd (3‑0), and set a public hearing for the Brownfield Plan #89 (2‑0). The utility easement resolution for Consumers Energy was tabled for further review (3‑0).

• Approved Drain Easement for Capital Region Airport Authority (3-0)
• Approved Sale of City Property Lot 57, 1400 Block of Turner St (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance adding Section 887.10 pilot for Evergreen Homes at 900 Long Blvd (3-0)
• Approved public hearing for Brownfield Plan #89, 1400 Block of Turner St (2-0)
• Tabled Utility Easement Resolution Act-3-2025 for Consumers Energy (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for September 10, 2025 (3-0)

Charter Commission

The Lansing City Charter Commission will give an overview of the proposed city charter, allow public comment and Q&A, and include remarks from commissioners. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this informational meeting.

• Presentation of highlights of the proposed Lansing City Charter
• Public comment and question‑and‑answer session
• Remarks by commissioners

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review August financials and receive reports from the Chairperson, ASM, and the Finance and Personnel/Strategic committees. The agenda consists of procedural items and staff reports.

• Review of August Financials
• Personnel/Strategic Committee reports regarding Dustin Howard and Charels Mickens

The LEPFA Board added a closed session at the end of the meeting to discuss a personnel matter, and the motion was carried. The Board approved the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes with a spelling correction, and the motion was carried. The Board accepted the August 2025 financial reports for the Lansing Center, Groesbeck Golf Course, and Jackson Field, and the motion was carried.

• Closed session added to discuss personnel matter – motion carried
• August 21, 2025 minutes approved with spelling correction – motion carried
• August 2025 financials accepted as presented – motion carried

Committee on Personnel

The Committee on Personnel will review the minutes from the previous meeting and interview candidates for the Internal Auditor position. The public may attend the meeting at Lansing City Hall or participate virtually.

• Review of September 17, 2025 minutes
• Interviews for Internal Auditor position
• Public comment period available

The Personnel Committee approved the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. The Committee agreed to repost the open position today with a "continuous until filled" posting. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (vote 3‑0)
• Authorized reposting of vacant position with continuous posting, to be posted today

Committee on Public Safety

The Lansing Committee on Public Safety will discuss proposed amendments to Chapter 654 (Noise Ordinance) and set budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027. The committee will also vote on appointments to the Ingham County/City of Lansing Community Corrections Advisory Board and review code compliance corridor enforcement.

• Reappointment of Becky Pena and Danielle Grubaugh to the Community Corrections Advisory Board (terms expiring Sept 17, 2028)
• Appointment of Jason Cords as business community representative to the Community Corrections Advisory Board
• Discussion of ordinance amendments to Chapter 654 (Noise)
• Discussion of committee budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027
• Discussion of code compliance corridor enforcement (Economic Development Planning)

The Committee on Public Safety approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It affirmed the reappointment of Becky Pena and Danielle Grubaugh to the Ingham County/City of Lansing Community Corrections Advisory Board, and appointed Jason Cords as a Business Community Representative to the same board. The committee also approved its five budget priorities for fiscal year 2026/2027.

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved resolution reaffirming reappointment of Becky Pena and Danielle Grubaugh to the Ingham County/City of Lansing Community Corrections Advisory Board (term expires Sep 17, 2028) (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Jason Cords to the Community Corrections Advisory Board as Business Community Representative (term expires Sep 17, 2028) (3-0)
• Approved five budget priorities for FY 2026/2027 (3-0)

Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board

The Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda as presented and approved the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. Both motions were carried without recorded vote tallies. No other substantive actions or new business were taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

Board of Water and Light

The Lansing Board of Water and Light Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution on PA 152 Healthcare Premium Sharing, an amendment to a resolution honoring Stuart Goodrich, and approval of the 2025 quarterly budget and expense reports for the Corporate Secretary and Board of Commissioners. Committee reports from Human Resources, Committee of the Whole, and Finance will also be presented. Public comment is accepted on agenda items and other matters.

• PA 152 Healthcare Premium Sharing Resolution
• Amendment to Resolution Honoring Stuart Goodrich
• Approval of Corporate Secretary and Board of Commissioners 2025 Quarterly Budget & Expense Reports
• Committee reports: Human Resources, Committee of the Whole, Finance (September 9, 2025)
• Public comment periods for agenda items and general matters

The Board approved the July 22, 2025 regular meeting minutes and the July 8, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes. Commissioners moved to forward the PA 152 Healthcare Premium Sharing resolution to the full Board for approval. The Retirement Planning Committee approved a $5,011,279 reimbursement for the VEBA Plan. All motions were carried.

• Approved July 22, 2025 regular board meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved July 8, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes (motion carried)
• Forwarded PA 152 Healthcare Premium Sharing resolution to full Board (motion carried)
• Approved FY25 Q4 VEBA Plan reimbursement of $5,011,279 (motion carried)
• Approved updated DC Plan forfeiture language (motion carried)
• Voted to apply forfeiture balance to reduce future employer contributions (motion carried)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission is holding a special informational community meeting. The body will present highlights of the proposed Lansing City Charter and hold a public Q&A session.

• Presentation of Proposed Lansing City Charter highlights
• Public Comment and Q&A session

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will discuss budget priorities for the 2026/2027 fiscal year. The body will also consider placing several sole source purchase reports on file.

• Sole source purchase of 50 Mod Pods from OrbitBid.com
• Sole source purchase of Tetra Tech of Lansing as consultant for Solar Array (AC Side) Project at WWTP
• Sole source purchase of three valve actuators from System Specialties
• Sole source purchase of Real Time Crime Investigation Software from Leadsonline
• Sole source purchase of two vehicles from LaFontaine Chrysler Dodge Ram of Lansing

The Ways and Means Committee approved the September 3, 2025 minutes by a 3‑0 vote. It then placed on file five sole‑source purchases, including $600,000 for ModPods, a solar‑array consulting contract, valve actuators, crime‑investigation software, and two police vehicles. All motions to place these items on file were carried unanimously (3‑0). No other budget items were discussed.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Placed on file sole‑source purchase of ModPods for $600,000 (3-0)
• Placed on file sole‑source contract with Tetra Tech for solar array at WWTP (3-0)
• Placed on file sole‑source purchase of three‑valve actuators from System Specialties (3-0)
• Placed on file sole‑source purchase of Leadsonline real‑time crime investigation software (3-0)
• Placed on file sole‑source purchase of two police vehicles from LaFontaine Chrysler Dodge Ram (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027. The body will also consider a funding request for the Anishinaabe Friendship Center and a board appointment.

• Budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027
• Community Funding Request for Anishinaabe Friendship Center Annual Traditional POW WOW
• Appointment of Tracie Anne Kent to the Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority Board of Commissioners

The Committee of the Whole approved the September 8, 2025 minutes unanimously (7-0). It then amended a resolution to provide $1,000 in community funding for the Anishinaabe Friendship Center's annual traditional POWWOW, and approved that funding (both 7-0). Finally, the council approved the appointment of Tracie Kent as an at‑large member of the Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority Board of Commissioners (7-0).

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Amended community funding resolution to $1,000 (7-0)
• Approved $1,000 community funding for annual POWWOW (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Tracie Kent to LEPFA board (7-0)

City Council

The Lansing City Council will meet to consider a brownfield plan, a property sale, a workforce housing tax payment, and public hearings on a pump station project and demolition orders.

• Brownfield Plan #89 for Turner North Development
• Sale of City Property at 1400 block of Turner St.
• Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for Evergreen Townhomes
• Public Hearing for Lansing Avenue Pump Station (LAPS) Project
• Orders to Make Safe or Demolish for multiple properties

The council confirmed Tracie Anne Kent as an at‑large member of the Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority Board. It approved a $1,000 allocation from the Community Funding Account to the Anishinaabe Friendship Center for the “Dance by the River” event. Several legislative items were referred to the appropriate committees, and a resolution congratulating Mt. Zion All Nations Bible Church on its 100th anniversary was adopted.

• Appointed Tracie Anne Kent to the Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority Board – motion carried
• Approved $1,000 grant to Anishinaabe Friendship Center for event costs – motion carried
• Adopted resolution congratulating Mt. Zion All Nations Bible Church on its 100th anniversary – motion carried
• Referred Brownfield Plan #89 (Turner North Development) to Committee on Development and Planning – motion carried
• Referred Act-2-2025 (Sale of City Property, Lot 57) to Committee on Development and Planning – motion carried
• Referred amendment to Chapter 887 (PILOT for Evergreen Townhomes) to Committee on Development and Planning – motion carried
• Referred amendment to Chapter 206 (bidding threshold) to Committee on Ways and Means and Internal Auditor – motion carried
• Referred Special Assessment for Principal Shopping District 2025 Roll to Committee of the Whole – motion carried

Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority

The board is holding an informational meeting. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and an open forum for board members.

Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority

The authority will vote to approve the July board meeting minutes and the mowing expenses. An update on the Block 2000 projects will be provided, and the board will discuss business services. Public comment and other business items are also on the agenda.

• Approve July 2025 board meeting minutes
• Approve mowing expenses
• Update on Block 2000 projects
• Discussion on business services
• Public comment period

The board unanimously approved the July 11, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to approve extra mowing services was passed. Members also decided to plan a spring community event on Michigan Avenue.

• Approved July 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved additional mowing expenses
• Decided to plan a spring community event

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The S. Martin Luther King Jr. Corridor Improvement Authority Board will approve meeting minutes from August 21, 2025, and discuss updates on marketing, bus shelter art, and community cleanup projects. Public comment will be taken, and the board will vote on the La Mulata Grant Program. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Approve minutes from the 8/21/25 meeting
• Updates on corridor marketing, bus shelter art, and cleanup
• Public comment period
• Vote on the La Mulata Grant Program

The Authority approved its September 18 meeting minutes (8.21.25) and authorized website purchases (Hubspot $9/month and a $5 domain) with unanimous votes. The board also approved the bus shelter artwork design and the La Mulata Grant application, each passing unanimously.

• Approved September 18 meeting minutes (8.21.25) – unanimous
• Approved website purchases: Hubspot $9/month and domain ~$5 – unanimous
• Approved bus shelter artwork design – board approval
• Approved La Mulata Grant application – unanimous

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board will meet to approve the agenda, review minutes from August 21, 2025, and discuss the start of a grant cycle on October 20, 2025. The board will also consider a request to change the use of funds from Patty Farhat.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Review of August 21, 2025, board minutes
• Grant Cycle to begin October 20, 2025
• Request to change use of funds (Patty Farhat)
• DNACE Updates

The board voted unanimously to grant an extension allowing the Neighborhood Watch Advisory Board to submit a revised budget with quotes by the October 16, 2025 meeting. Earlier agenda and minutes items were also approved without dissent. The board updated its member list to include co‑chair titles for Christopher and Tirstan.

• Added co‑chair titles for Christopher and Tirstan in board member list – approved
• Approved agenda – unanimous
• Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous
• Approved grant extension for Neighborhood Watch Advisory Board, permitting new budget submission by Oct 16, 2025 – unanimous

Committee on Personnel

The Committee on Personnel will meet on September 17, 2025 to discuss internal auditor interview candidates Cassandra Bossert (ID 11832375) and Ahmed Munye (ID 25087987). The agenda also includes approval of the September 3, 2025 minutes, a brief public comment period, and routine items such as call to order and adjournment. No decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Internal auditor interview: Cassandra Bossert (ID 11832375)
• Internal auditor interview: Ahmed Munye (ID 25087987)
• Approval of September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment (up to 3 minutes)
• Routine items: call to order, roll call, adjourn

Lansing Gateway North Grand River Improvement Authority

The Lansing Gateway North Grand River Improvement Authority board will vote on three approvals: a design request for proposals, the authority's grant program, and the mowing expense budget. The meeting will also include a discussion on mural plans and a period for public comment. Routine items such as call to order, roll call, and adjournment are also on the agenda.

• Approval of Design RFP
• Approval of the LGCIA Grant Program
• Approval of Mowing Expense
• Discussion on Murals

The board approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes, the design RFP, and the mowing expense, each with a unanimous vote. The proposed LGCIA grant program was discussed and the action was tabled for next month. No public comments or other business were recorded.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Design RFP (unanimous)
• Approved mowing expense (unanimous)
• Tabled LGCIA grant program for next month

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board excused the absences of Commissioners Jones and Watkins (5-0). The agenda was approved, followed by approval of the consent agenda items (minutes and August reports) with a 6-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Excused absence of Commissioners Jones and Watkins (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved consent agenda items – minutes and August reports (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority board will meet to approve minutes from August and receive an update on a Housing Brownfield Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Reimbursement Agreement. Public comment will be heard. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Approval of August 8, 2025 board meeting minutes
• Housing Brownfield TIF Reimbursement Agreement update

The LBRA Board approved the minutes from the August 8, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote of six yeas. No other actions were taken; a discussion on TIF reimbursement language was held but no decision was made.

• Approved August 8, 2025 meeting minutes (6 yeas, unanimous)

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The Lansing Economic Development Corp board will approve minutes from the August 8 meeting, receive financial and operations updates, and consider HR recommendations and a job posting. The board will take action on the Michigan Talent Partnership grant application for the REO Town Initiative. Additional agenda items include updates on SSRP/Plant 6 agreements, the LEED Initiative, corridor improvements, and the Community Growth Academy, followed by open forum, other business, and public comment.

• Approve LEDC Board Meeting Minutes – August 8, 2025
• Financial Update
• HR Recommendations (operations update)
• Michigan Talent Partnership Grant Application – REO Town Initiative (action)
• SSRP/Plant 6 Agreements Update

The board approved the Michigan Talent Partnership Grant Application Resolution with five yeas, zero nays and one abstention. The board also approved the August 8, 2025 board meeting minutes with six yeas and no nays.

• Approved Michigan Talent Partnership Grant Application Resolution (5 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)
• Approved August 8, 2025 board meeting minutes (6 yeas, 0 nays)

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority board will meet to approve the minutes from the August 8, 2025 meeting. The agenda includes an open forum for board members, discussion of other business, and a period for public comment. No specific contracts, ordinances, or policy changes are listed.

• Approval of TIFA Board Meeting Minutes – August 8, 2025
• Open Forum for TIFA Board Members
• Other Business
• Public Comment

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority Board approved the minutes from its August 8, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Member Rathbun, seconded by Member Britten, and passed with six yeas and no nays. No other actions were taken.

• Approved August 8, 2025 TIFA Board meeting minutes (6-0)

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority is holding an informational meeting. The board will review TIFA goals and projects.

• Information on TIFA goals and projects

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority met on September 12, 2025 for an informational session. Chair Shelley Davis Boyd called the meeting to order at 9:34 a.m. and adjourned it at 9:38 a.m. The board received a brief overview of TIFA goals and projects and a notice about a Business Expo on November 19, 2025. No actions, approvals, or votes were taken.

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will vote on the 2026 meeting schedule and several traffic and parking regulations on streets including E. Lenawee, River, Washtenaw, Florence, Ray, Tranter, and Jay. They will also discuss a draft City facility and street naming policy, a 311 discussion, and division tours. A draft signal at Washington Square and Washtenaw Street is reported.

• Approval of Board of Public Service 2026 Meeting Schedule
• Six traffic/parking regulation reports: 100 E. Lenawee St., River St., 400 W. Washtenaw St., Florence & Ray St., Tranter St., Jay St.
• Discussion of draft City of Lansing Facility and Street Naming Policy
• New business: 311 discussion and division tours
• Communications: Washington Sq. & Washtenaw St. draft signal

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. It also approved the 2026 Board of Public Service meeting schedule. Additionally, the Board approved six parking regulation requests covering E. Lenawee St., River St., W. Washtenaw St., Florence St. & Ray St., Tranter St., and Jay St.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of August 14, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Approved 2026 Board of Public Service meeting schedule (motion carried)
• Approved six parking regulation changes (reports 25-09, 25-10, 25-11, 25-15, 25-16, 25-17) (motion carried)

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The board will discuss the roles of staff and committees regarding Strategic Action Plan Goal #3 and the PSD District B MOU. The meeting includes reports on Old Town, Advent House, and Lake State, as well as a discussion on fund development.

• PSD District B MOU
• Strategic Action Plan Goal #3: Objective 1, Strategy 1
• Board resignation of Karl Dorshimer
• Fundraising Retreat and Big Red Ball planning
• Review of July and August monthly financials

The board approved the consent agenda and then unanimously accepted the resignation of longtime board member Karl Dorshimer. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also passed unanimously. No other formal approvals or denials were recorded.

• Approved consent agenda (motion by N. Thompson-Frazier, second by A. Rusek)
• Accepted Karl Dorshimer’s resignation from the board (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• C. Edgerly to circulate PSD District B Memo of Understanding to board members

Charter Commission

The City of Lansing Charter Commission will meet to discuss an educational plan regarding the proposed city charter. The remainder of the agenda consists of standard procedural items.

• Educational Plan for Proposed City Charter

The Charter Commission adopted its agenda and approved the corrected minutes from September 3 and September 10, 2025. It then approved the Educational Plan for the proposed city charter, allocating $31,060. The educational plan vote was 5 yeas to 2 nays.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved September 3 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved September 10 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Educational Plan $31,060 (5-2)

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider a resolution for a utility easement at 2600 E. Mount Hope Ave. and discuss budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027.

• Resolution for Utility Easement at 2600 E. Mount Hope Ave.
• Discussion on Committee Budget Priorities for FY 2026/2027

The Committee on Development & Planning approved the August 27, 2025 minutes with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. It then voted 3‑0 to table the utility easement resolution for a 15‑foot easement at 2600 E Mount Hope Avenue until the September 24, 2025 meeting.

• Approved August 27, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Tabled utility easement resolution (15‑ft easement at 2600 E Mount Hope Ave) until 09/24/2025 (3-0)

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will meet to discuss budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027. The meeting will be held at Lansing City Hall and include a public comment period.

• Discussion of Committee Budget Priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027
• Approval of July 9, 2025 minutes
• Public comment on agenda items (up to 3 minutes)

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion approved the July 9, 2025 minutes unanimously (3‑0). It adopted a set of recommendations to prioritize resources for Lansing’s Path Forward Study and to strengthen housing solutions for people experiencing homelessness. Several budget items were amended, including increasing item 5 to $250,000 and adding grant research collaboration to item 4. No public comment was received.

• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Recommended regional collaboration across homeless service providers
• Recommended partnership to increase access to affordable housing
• Recommended strengthening housing solutions for prolonged homelessness
• Recommended expanding age‑appropriate specialized shelter options
• Recommended enhancing family housing
• Amended item 5 budget to $250,000
• Amended item 4 to add grant research and collaboration with Community Partnerships

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes a presentation from EMS Chief Lack and an update from the Administrative Division of Lansing Fire.

• Presentation by EMS Chief Lack
• Administrative Division of Lansing Fire update

The Board of Fire Commissioners voted by majority to approve the minutes from the August 13 meeting. The BLS ambulance rig remains on hold pending administrative steps. A Smoke Alarm Blitz is scheduled for September 20 at Trinity AME (Holmes and Waverly).

• Approved August 13 meeting minutes (majority vote)

Charter Commission

The Lansing Charter Commission is holding an informational community meeting to present highlights of the proposed new city charter. The agenda includes public comment and Q&A on the proposal.

• Presentation of highlights of the proposed Lansing City Charter
• Public comment and Q&A session

The Charter Commission adopted the meeting agenda as presented. It also approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. Both motions were carried without recorded vote counts.

• Adopt agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approve September 3, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

Lansing Park Board

The Lansing Park Board will discuss several new projects, including adding playground equipment at Walsh Park, creating a dog park in the downtown area, and receiving a tree donation for Frances Park. The board will also review the Lansing Parks Grant Match Program and a land parcel adjacent to Osborn Park. These items are on the agenda for the September 10, 2025 meeting.

• Additional Playground Equipment at Walsh Park
• Dog Park in Downtown area
• Tree donation Frances Park
• Lansing Parks Grant Match Program
• 609 – 609 n Verlinden – Adjacent to Osborn Park

The board unanimously approved the July 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved a grant of $3050.00 for musical instrumental flowers at Potter Park. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved July 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $3050.00 grant for Potter Park (unanimous)

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Police and Fire Retirement System will review its investment policy statement and actuarial services. The board will also approve training for staff and discuss pension contributions.

• Actuarial services request for proposals
• Redline Investment Policy Statement review
• MAPERS staff attendance at conferences
• Pension contributions and cash flow recommendations
• Refunds totaling $28,455.41

The board accepted the net employee pension contribution of $528,686.15 for FY2025 Q4. It approved quarterly cash withdrawals of $3 M from Artisan, $2 M from T. Rowe Price and $5 M from Northern Trust. The Investment Policy Statement was amended to set a 5% target for private‑equity investments. Additional items approved included refunds, conference attendance costs, and invoices.

• Approved September 9 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved refunds for Dakota Miller ($3,208.09) and Giovanni Washington ($9,245.32) (6‑0)
• Approved Mr. Lindemann’s MAPERS conference attendance and cost split (6‑0)
• Approved invoices: Northern Trust $1,161.64; Integrity Asset Management $54,578.89 (6‑0)
• Accepted net employee pension contribution $528,686.15 for FY2025 Q4 (7‑0)
• Approved quarterly cash withdrawals: Artisan $3 M, T. Rowe Price $2 M, Northern Trust $5 M (7‑0)
• Approved amendment to Investment Policy Statement adding 5% private‑equity target (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Employees' Retirement System

The Lansing Employees' Retirement System Board will discuss a regular age and service retirement for Denise Allen, a duty disability request, and a refund request. The board will also receive the secretary's report showing 424 active members and monthly retirement allowances of $2,030,375.86. Other items include approval of staff attendance at MAPERS and NCPERS conferences, and review of the monthly investment report with policy statement amendments.

• Denise Allen (Non-Bargaining Supervisors) regular age & service retirement: 26 years 10 months benefit service, age 61, effective 09/27/2025
• Duty disability request applicant #2025-E0715
• Refund of $3,104.66 for Cody Schleicher (UAW), not vested
• Secretary's report: 424 active members, 67 deferred, 908 retirement checks printed for ERS system, monthly allowances $2,030,375.86
• Staff attendance at MAPERS Fall Conference (Sept 13-16, Grand Rapids) and NCPERS Fall Conference (Oct 26-29, Ft. Lauderdale)

The Trustees unanimously approved an amendment to the Employees’ Retirement System Investment Policy Statement that sets a 5% target for private‑equity investments. They also approved the recommended quarterly cash withdrawals, accepted the net employee pension contribution for Q4 FY2025, and authorized cost‑sharing for a staff member’s conference attendance. Additional actions included approving a retirement application, a refund request, September invoices, and excusing three trustees from the meeting.

• Approved amendment to Investment Policy Statement adding 5% private‑equity target (6‑0)
• Approved quarterly cash withdrawal: Lazard $2.4 M, Northern Trust $4.0 M (6‑0)
• Accepted net employee pension contribution of $278,780.11 for FY2025 Q4 (6‑0)
• Approved MAPERS Fall Meeting attendance and split costs between two retirement plans (6‑0)
• Approved retirement application for Denise Allen effective 09/27/2025 (6‑0)
• Approved refund of $3,104.66 to Cody Schleicher (6‑0)
• Approved September invoices: Integrity $31,159.11; Northern Trust $671.84 (6‑0)
• Excused Trustees Garza, Sanchez‑Gazella, and O’Leary from the September meeting (6‑0)

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will hold a discussion on its budget priorities for fiscal year 2026/2027. The committee will also review the status of the city’s 30 oldest NEAT properties with the Economic Development & Planning Office.

• Discussion of Committee budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027
• Review of status of the 30 oldest NEAT properties (Economic Development & Planning Office)

The committee approved the August 26, 2025 minutes by a 3‑0 vote. It then reached consensus on five budget priorities for fiscal year 2026/27, including permanent speed bumps, continued LFD apprenticeship funding, two additional code‑enforcement officers, technology for code officers, and funding for 3‑6 LFD/LPD positions. The committee also agreed to receive a quarterly list of the oldest 30 NEAT properties.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Adopted FY 2026/27 budget priorities: permanent speed bumps/raised crosswalk, LFD apprenticeship funding, two additional code‑enforcement officers, technology for code officers, funding for 3‑6 LFD/LPD positions (consensus)
• Agreed to receive quarterly list of the oldest 30 NEAT properties (consensus)

Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider resolutions regarding participation in three separate opioid lawsuit settlements. Members will also discuss the Board of Ethics Rules of Procedure and budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027.

• Sandoz Opioid Settlement Agreement
• Purdue/Sackler Opioid Settlement Agreement and Michigan State-Subdivision Agreement
• Generic manufacturers Opioid Settlement Agreement and Michigan State-Subdivision Agreement
• Public Hearing for Principal Shopping District 2025 Roll Special Assessment
• Budget Priorities for Fiscal Year 2026/2027

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting. It approved a resolution to hold a public hearing on the Principal Shopping District 2025 roll on September 22, 2025. The council approved resolutions for the city to participate in the Sandoz, Purdue/Sackler, and Generic Manufacturers opioid settlement agreements. It also placed the updated Board of Ethics rules of procedure on file.

• Approved August 25, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Approved resolution for PSD 2025 roll hearing Sep 22, 2025 (8-0)
• Approved participation in Sandoz opioid settlement agreement (8-0)
• Approved participation in Purdue/Sackler opioid settlement agreement and Michigan State-Subdivision Agreement (8-0)
• Approved participation in Generic Manufacturers opioid settlement agreement and Michigan State-Subdivision Agreement (8-0)
• Placed Board of Ethics rules of procedures on file (8-0)

City Council

The Lansing City Council will consider multiple opioid lawsuit settlements, including agreements with Sandoz, Purdue/Sackler, and generic manufacturers. The agenda also includes a property sale and brownfield plan for the 1400 block of Turner St., a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for workforce housing at Evergreen Townhomes, and several sole-source purchases. Public hearings will be set for the property sale, brownfield plan, and a special assessment for the Principal Shopping District.

• Lawsuit settlements: participation in Sandoz, Purdue/Sackler, and generic opioid settlement agreements (PEND-4132, 4161, 4162)
• Sale of city property Lot 57 and Brownfield Plan #89 for Turner North Development on 1400 block of Turner St. (PEND-4148, 4146)
• Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) ordinance for Evergreen Townhomes workforce housing at 900 Long Blvd. (PEND-4142)
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 206 adjusting the threshold for requiring bidding (PEND-4133)
• Sole source purchase of Real Time Crime Investigation Software from Leadsonline for Police Department (PEND-4158)

The Lansing City Council approved the printed council proceedings and adopted several consent‑agenda resolutions, including honoring journalist Stephanie Angel and adding two venues to the Downtown Social District. It confirmed the reappointments of Carol Skillings to the Historic District Commission and Irene Cotton to the Board of Police Commissioners. The Council also set public hearings for the sale of a Turner North Development parcel and for Brownfield Plan #89, both to be held on September 22, 2025 at 7 p.m.

• Approved printed Council Proceedings of August 25, 2025 (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution #2025-209 honoring Stephanie Angel (adopted as part of Consent Agenda)
• Approved Grewal Hall and Jollof Afro Caribbean Lounge as qualified licensees in the Downtown Social District (adopted as part of Consent Agenda)
• Confirmed reappointment of Carol Skillings to the Historic District Commission (adopted as part of Consent Agenda)
• Confirmed reappointment of Irene Cotton to the Board of Police Commissioners (adopted as part of Consent Agenda)
• Set public hearing for sale of Turner North Development parcel on Sep 22, 2025 at 7 p.m. (adopted as part of Consent Agenda)
• Set public hearing for Brownfield Plan #89 – Turner North Development on Sep 22, 2025 at 7 p.m. (adopted as part of Consent Agenda)

Election Commission

The Election Commission is meeting to review and approve items for the November 4, 2025 City General Election. The body will discuss precinct consolidations for both the 2025 and 2026 election cycles.

• Consideration of precinct consolidations for November 4, 2025 City General Election
• Approval of items on the ballot for November 4, 2025 City General Election
• Discussion of 2026 precinct consolidations

The Election Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting. It adopted a resolution consolidating specific precincts for the November 4, 2025 City General Election, with all other precincts remaining unchanged. The commission also approved the items that will appear on the ballot for that election.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of July 21, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Approved resolution to consolidate precincts for Nov 4, 2025 election (motion carried)
• Consolidated precincts 3‑4, 9‑10, 13‑14, 15‑16, 17‑20, 22‑27, 23‑24, 25‑26, 37‑38, 39‑40 as specified
• Approved items to appear on ballot for Nov 4, 2025 City General Election (motion carried)

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will consider a resolution to add MIEntertainment Group, Inc. dba Grewal Hall and M & S1 LLC dba Jollof Afro Caribbean Lounge to the Downtown Social District. It will also review a community funding application from the Women's Center of Greater Lansing for the Capital City Dragon Boat Race fundraiser. Additionally, the board will discuss budget priorities for the Board of Public Service for fiscal year 2026-2027.

• Resolution to add Grewal Hall and Jollof Afro Caribbean Lounge to Downtown Social District
• Community funding application from Women's Center of Greater Lansing for Dragon Boat Race fundraiser
• Discussion of Board of Public Service budget priorities for FY 2026-2027

The Committee on City Operations approved the August 21, 2025 minutes. It approved a $980 community‑funding grant for the Women’s Center Dragon Boat Race event. It added Grewal Hall and Jollof Afro Caribbean Lounge to the Downtown Social District. It approved the Board of Public Service budget priorities for fiscal year 2026‑2027 to be included in the City Council budget.

• Approved August 21, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved $980 community‑funding grant for Women’s Center event (2-0)
• Approved addition of Grewal Hall and Jollof Afro Caribbean Lounge to Downtown Social District (2-0)
• Approved Board of Public Service budget priorities for FY 2026‑2027 to City Council budget (2-0)

Committee on Personnel

The Personnel Committee will determine top applicants to interview for the Internal Auditor and Legislative Analyst vacancies, and set interview dates. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Discussion and action on top applicants for Internal Auditor vacancy, with interview dates to be set
• Discussion and action on top applicants for Legislative Analyst vacancy, with interview dates to be set
• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2025

The Committee voted 4‑0 to approve the July 17, 2025 minutes. It decided to interview all seven internal auditor applicants, setting interview times for September 17‑18 with 30‑45 minute slots and 15‑minute breaks. The Committee also agreed to interview the top ten legislative analyst applicants. Additional actions included removing several interview questions and confirming meetings can proceed with fewer than four members.

• Approved July 17, 2025 minutes (4‑0 vote)
• Decided to interview all 7 internal auditor applicants
• Set internal auditor interview dates: Sep 17 (4 applicants) and Sep 18 (3 applicants)
• Established interview length 30‑45 minutes with 15‑minute breaks
• Decided to interview top 10 legislative analyst applicants
• Eliminated specific interpersonal questions (#7, #8, #10) for both positions
• Concurred that committee meetings may occur with fewer than four members
• Agreed to post interview videos after all internal auditor interviews are completed

Committee on Ways and Means

The Ways and Means Committee will consider a resolution to schedule a public hearing for amending Chapter 206, which governs the threshold for competitive bidding. The amendment would change the dollar amount at which projects must be bid publicly. The committee will discuss and potentially adopt the resolution before adjourning.

• Resolution to set public hearing on amending Chapter 206 bidding threshold

The committee approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously (3‑0). It also approved a resolution to schedule a public hearing on amending Chapter 206 to adjust the bidding threshold, adding the word “year” after “fiscal,” also unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved resolution to set public hearing on Chapter 206 bidding threshold amendment (3-0)

Public Media Authority

The Public Media Authority board voted to approve the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Melik Brown, seconded by Greg Venker, and passed with all members in favor. No other actions were decided. The meeting was adjourned at 4:11 p.m.

• Approved July 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission adopted the meeting agenda after a motion by Vice Chair Simon. It also approved the minutes from the July 29, 2025 meeting following a motion by Commissioner Qawwee. Both motions were carried. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved July 29, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board

The Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board will receive updates from the Director and Culture & Accountability Officer. The board will discuss unfinished business regarding a small business starter kit and a human rights ordinance. A new business item involves a NIMBY– MOD Pod exercise.

• Updates on 'From Idea to Income – Small Business Starter Kit'
• Updates on 'Path Forward – MOD Pods'
• Discussion of Human Rights Ordinance
• NIMBY– MOD Pod Exercise

Planning Commission

At its September 2, 2025 regular meeting, the Lansing Planning Commission will introduce zoning code amendments to define 'Liquor Store' and restrict how close liquor stores can be to each other. The commission will also hold a public hearing on a special land use request for an adult foster care small group home at 3011 Turner, and vote on two easement items. Additionally, the commission will elect a chairperson, vice-chairperson, and Board of Zoning Appeals representative.

• Introduction of amendments to Section 1240.02 (definition of 'Liquor Store') and Subsection 1250.02.13 (proximity limits between liquor stores)
• SLU-1-2025: Special land use request for an adult foster care small group home (7–12 residents) at 3011 Turner
• Act-3-2025: Utility easement at 2600 E Mt. Hope Ave.
• Act-4-2025: Drain easement on N MLK Jr. Blvd.
• Election of Planning Commission chairperson, vice-chairperson, and Board of Zoning Appeals representative

The commission approved a special land‑use permit for an adult foster‑care group home at 3011 Turner Street, allowing up to 12 residents. It also approved a 15‑foot utility easement for Consumers Energy on Mt. Hope Avenue and a 20‑foot drain easement for the Capital Regional Airport Authority on N. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Additionally, the commission elected Tim Klont as chairperson and Katie Alexander as vice‑chairperson, and it tabled the selection of a representative to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Approved excused absences for Monte Jackson and Ted O’Dell (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved special land‑use permit for adult foster‑care home at 3011 Turner Street (6‑0)
• Approved 15‑foot utility easement for Consumers Energy along 2020 & 2600 E. Mt. Hope Ave (6‑0)
• Approved 20‑foot drain easement for Capital Regional Airport Authority on N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd (6‑0)
• Approved minutes from June 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Tim Klont as chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Katie Alexander as vice‑chairperson (unanimous)
• Tabled selection of Planning Commission representative to Board of Zoning Appeals

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority board will consider approving July meeting minutes and then discuss art installations and marketing efforts. No other business or public comment is listed.

• Approval of July 24, 2025 meeting minutes (action item)
• Discussion on art installations
• Updates on the marketing effort

The board approved the Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority meeting minutes from June 28 and July 24, 2025 with a unanimous vote. No other actions were decided. The board discussed a potential mural with Quality Dairy, but no resolution was reached.

• Approved June 28 and July 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will discuss the sale of city property and a Brownfield plan for the 1400 block of Turner St. Members will also consider a public hearing for a tax payment amendment for workforce housing at 900 Long Blvd.

• Sale of City Property, Lot 57, 1400 block of Turner St.
• Brownfield Plan #89 for Turner North Development, 1400 block of Turner St.
• Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) amendment for Evergreen Townhomes at 900 Long Blvd.
• Reappointment of Carol Skillings to the Historic District Commission

The committee approved the reappointment of Carol Skillings as an at‑large member of the Historic District Commission, term through June 30 2028. It scheduled public hearings on September 22 2025 for the sale of Lot 57 at 1400 block of Turner Street, for Brownfield Plan #89 on the same lot, and for the Evergreen Homes PILOT at 900 Long Blvd. All motions passed unanimously with a 2‑0 vote.

• Approved amended August 6, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Reappointed Carol Skillings to Historic District Commission (2-0)
• Set public hearing for sale of Lot 57, 1400 block Turner St. (2-0)
• Set public hearing for Brownfield Plan #89, Lot 57, 1400 block Turner St. (2-0)
• Set public hearing for Evergreen Homes PILOT, 900 Long Blvd. (2-0)

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will consider the reappointment of Irene Iris Cotton to the Board of Police Commissioners. Members will also discuss two zoning ordinance amendments regarding the definition and location proximity of liquor stores.

• Reappointment of Irene Iris Cotton to the Board of Police Commissioners
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment 1240.04 to define "Liquor Store"
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment 1250.02 regarding Liquor License Location Proximity

The Public Safety Committee approved the August 12 meeting minutes. It voted to send two liquor‑store related ordinance drafts—1240.04 and 1250.02—to the Planning Commission. The committee also approved the reappointment of Irene Iris Cotton to the Board of Police Commissioners. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved minutes from August 12, 2025 (3-0)
• Moved draft ordinance 1240.04 “Define ‘Liquor Store’” to Planning Commission (3-0)
• Moved draft ordinance 1250.02 liquor license location proximity to Planning Commission (3-0)
• Approved reappointment of Irene Iris Cotton to Board of Police Commissioners, term expires June 30, 2029 (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially vote on a resolution to designate the Lansing Elections Office at 701 W. Jolly Rd. as a polling place for early voting. They will also consider a resolution to sell a portion of North Cemetery and an ordinance amending Chapter 210 to add a section on City Council attendance. Presentations include a development incentives overview from LEDC and an update on the Ovation Project.

• Resolution to designate 701 W. Jolly Rd. as early voting polling place
• Resolution to sell a portion of North Cemetery city property
• Ordinance to add Section 210.06 on Council attendance
• LEDC presentation on development incentives by Director Kris Klein
• Update on the Ovation Project

The Committee of the Whole approved the minutes from August 11, 2025 (8‑0). It adopted a resolution to change the early‑voting polling place at the Lansing Elections Office (8‑0) and a resolution to sell a portion of the North Cemetery property for $3,000 (7‑1). The body also passed an ordinance amending Chapter 210, Section 210.06 to define council attendance rules and penalties (8‑0).

• Approved August 11, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Approved polling place location changes for early voting (8-0)
• Approved sale of North Cemetery property for $3,000 (7-1)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 210 Section 210.06 on council attendance (8-0)

City Council

The Lansing City Council will consider a range of items, including late agenda items, tributes, and public comment. Key actions include a vote on the voter‑approved sale of a portion of North Cemetery, approval of a liquor‑license transfer for La Mulata Private Events LLC, and a resolution supporting Michigan House Bills 4260 and 4261. The council will also consider several ordinances and resolutions on construction bidding, fire code adoption, the downtown social district, special assessments, and participation in opioid settlement agreements.

• Voter Approved Sale of City Property; portion of North Cemetery (PEND-4144)
• Liquor License transfer request for La Mulata Private Events LLC, 5334 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. (PEND-4125)
• Resolution in support of Michigan House Bills 4260 and 4261 (PEND-4158)
• Construction bid scoring system ordinance (PEND-4071)
• Amending Chapter 1610, Section 1610.1 to adopt the 2021 International Fire Code (PEND-4112)

The council adopted several resolutions, including a tribute to Fred and Frances Erb, the addition of an early‑voting site at 701 W. Jolly Rd, and the approval of a $500 community‑funding grant for the 2025 Michigan Chicken Wing Festival. It also authorized the sale of Lot 48 Richfield Park Sub for $3,000, approved licensing permits for La Mulata Private Events LLC, and expressed support for Michigan House Bills 4260 and 4261. All items were approved by motion carried.

• Approved printed council proceedings of Aug 11 2025 (motion carried)
• Adopted tribute honoring Fred and Frances Erb (motion carried)
• Approved early‑voting site at 701 W. Jolly Rd and precinct changes (motion carried)
• Approved sale of Lot 48 Richfield Park Sub for $3,000 to VMG Construction (motion carried)
• Approved $500 community‑funding grant to Against All Odds for 2025 Michigan Chicken Wing Festival (motion carried)
• Approved license transfer and permits for La Mulata Private Events LLC at 5334 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd (motion carried)
• Adopted support resolution for Michigan House Bills 4260 and 4261 (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda items (motion carried)

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority will meet to review July financials and personnel reports. The board is scheduled to vote on the approval of the Choose Lansing Strategic Agreement.

• Approval of Choose Lansing Strategic Agreement
• Review of July Financials
• Public comment from Choose Lansing and Lansing Lugnuts

The board approved the extension of the Choose Lansing strategic and sales agreement to coincide with the new ASM Global contract. It also approved the July 2025 financial statements for the Lansing Center, Groesbeck Golf Course, and Jackson Field, and adopted the July 21, 2025 meeting minutes. The agenda was adopted without changes and the meeting was adjourned.

• Extended Choose Lansing strategic sales agreement (motion carried)
• Approved July 2025 financials for all facilities (motion carried)
• Approved July 21, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adopted agenda with no changes (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The South Martin Luther King Jr. Corridor Improvement Authority board will approve the meeting minutes from July 17, 2025, and consider updates on corridor projects such as marketing, bus shelter art, and community cleanup. The primary decision item is the approval of the authority's grant program. The meeting also includes other business, public comment, and adjournment.

• Approval of meeting minutes (7.17.25)
• Updates on marketing efforts for the corridor
• Updates on bus shelter art installations
• Updates on community cleanup activities
• Approval of the South MLK Corridor Improvement Authority grant program

The board unanimously approved the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes. They chose logo option three as the authority’s future logo. The bus shelter art design was approved. The grant program was approved unanimously, and Metro Bowl #4 and Logan Square #1 were selected for the pitch book.

• Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Selected logo option three as future logo
• Approved bus shelter art design
• Approved grant program (unanimous)
• Selected Metro Bowl #4 and Logan Square #1 for pitch book (runner‑up: former restaurant #2)

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will discuss community funding applications and a liquor license request. The body will consider a resolution regarding ownership transfer and permits for a business on S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

• Community funding application for Against All Odds
• Community funding application for 2025 Michigan Chicken Wing Festival
• Liquor license ownership transfer for La Mulata Private Events LLC at 5334 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
• Request for Sunday Sales Permit (PM), Outdoor Service Area, Dance-Entertainment Permit, and Extended Hours for La Mulata Private Events LLC

The Committee on City Operations approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting (2‑0). It approved a $500 community funding request for the Against All Odds 2025 Michigan Chicken Wing Festival (3‑0). It also approved a resolution to transfer and expand La Mulata Private Events LLC's liquor license and related permits at 5334 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. (3‑0).

• Approved August 7, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved $500 community funding for Against All Odds chicken wing festival (3-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer and permit expansion for La Mulata Private Events LLC, 5334 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. (3-0)

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board will discuss the calendar for future meetings and approve the start of a grant cycle beginning on October 20, 2025. Additional updates from the mayor and DNACE will be provided, and the next meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2025.

• Year Meeting Schedule
• Grant Cycle to begin on October 20, 2025
• Mayor Updates
• DNACE Updates
• Next meeting scheduled for September 18, 2025

The Neighborhood Advisory Board unanimously approved funding for the recommended mini‑grants and large grants. Board member Kristi James announced she will step down at the end of the term. Nominations were made for Christopher and Tirstan as co‑chairs and Matthias as secretary. The next meeting was set for August 21, 2025.

• Approved mini‑grant funding (unanimous)
• Approved large‑grant funding (unanimous)
• Board member Kristi James announced stepping down
• Nominated Christopher and Tirstan as co‑chairs
• Nominated Matthias as secretary
• Scheduled next meeting for August 21, 2025

Joint Retirement Board of Trustee

The Joint Employees’ Retirement System and Police and Fire Retirement System Boards are meeting to review quarterly financial reports and investment performance. The boards will discuss a Request for Proposal for actuarial services and receive updates on Tegrit and Northern Trust charges.

• Request for Proposal for Actuarial Services
• Quarterly Cash Flow Withdrawal Recommendations from Asset Consulting Group
• June 30, 2025 Quarter Investment Review
• Refund of accumulated contributions for Daniel Salinaz in the amount of $25,421.14
• Review of July 2025 retirement allowances totaling $3,518,451.72 for P&F and $2,048,960.25 for ERS

The Joint Retirement Board excused Trustee Dedic and approved corrected minutes from the July 15 meetings for both the Police & Fire and Employees’ retirement systems. It approved a new Employees’ retirement applicant, a refund request, and August invoices for both systems. The board also required detailed hour reports from Tegrit before further software funding and voted to invest 5% of assets in a direct private‑equity fund for the Police & Fire system.

• Excused Trustee Dedic from Police & Fire meeting (8-0)
• Approved corrected July 15 minutes for Police & Fire system (8-0)
• Approved corrected July 15 minutes for Employees’ system (8-0)
• Approved ERS retirement applicant Jeffrey Hildabridle (9-0)
• Approved refund of $25,421.14 to Daniel Salinaz (8-0)
• Approved Police & Fire August invoices ($533.50 Boomershine, $3,999.90 VMT) (8-0)
• Approved Employees’ August invoices ($2,055.00 Boomershine, $1,286.40 VMT) (9-0)
• Approved 5% private‑equity investment for Police & Fire system (7-0)

Lansing Gateway North Grand River Improvement Authority

The Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board will meet to approve minutes from the July meeting and discuss future projects. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 19th, at 3:00 PM at Peckham Inc.

• Approval of July 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Pitch Book Site Selection
• Discussion on Future Projects

The board unanimously approved the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes. After review, the board selected three sites—Willow Plaza, an abandoned church building, and the former King of the Grill site—for the Pitch Book development. The board reported that both parties have agreed to move forward with the IFAD rendering agreement. The meeting was adjourned by motion.

• Approved July 15 minutes (unanimous)
• Selected three sites for Pitch Book development (Willow Plaza, abandoned church, former King of the Grill)
• Agreed to proceed with IFAD rendering agreement
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Police Commissioners

This meeting consists mostly of informational reports and procedural items. The board will receive a presentation from Detective Kasha Osborn on the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative, along with updates from the chief, legal, HR, and various committees. No significant decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Education presentation on Sexual Assault Kit Initiative by Detective Kasha Osborn
• Approval of July 2025 meeting minutes and department reports (consent agenda)
• Administrative report from Chief Robert Backus
• Legal update from Chief Deputy City Attorney Lisa Hagen-Lawrence
• Committee reports including Budget, Recruitment & Hiring, and Citizen Complaint Oversight

The board voted 7-0 to excuse Commissioner Bitely’s absence from the meeting. The board then approved the meeting agenda by a 7-0 vote. The consent agenda—including the July staff services report, the July 15 minutes, and July departmental reports—was approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned after a motion to adjourn was made.

• Excused Commissioner Bitely’s absence (Yeas 7, Nays 0)
• Approved meeting agenda (Yeas 7, Nays 0)
• Approved consent agenda items: Staff Services July report, July 15 minutes, July departmental reports (Yeas 7, Nays 0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Public Service

This regular meeting of the Board of Public Service includes reports from division officers and the director, and will address unfinished business on the City of Lansing Facility and Street Naming Policy and the Board's budget priorities for FY 26/27. No action items are listed on the agenda. Public comments are invited on agenda and non-agenda items.

• City of Lansing Facility and Street Naming Policy – discussion
• Board of Public Service budget priorities for FY 26/27

The Board of Public Service approved the meeting agenda and the July 10, 2025 board minutes. Members also approved the FY26/27 budget priorities. The draft City of Lansing Facility and Street Naming Policy was placed on hold. No other new business was taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved July 10, 2025 board minutes (motion carried)
• Approved FY26/27 budget priorities (motion carried)
• Draft City of Lansing Facility and Street Naming Policy placed on hold

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings to decide on two variance requests regarding fence height limitations. These requests concern properties on Comfort Street and W. Shiawassee Street.

• BZA-4096.25: Variance for fence height in a side yard at 1901 Comfort Street and adjoining vacant parcel
• BZA-4097.25: Variance for fence height in a front yard at 1301/1309 W. Shiawassee Street

The board voted 4‑2 to approve a variance allowing an existing 8‑foot privacy fence at 1901 Comfort Street, with the condition that the two parcels be combined. It voted 4‑2 to deny a variance for a 4‑foot front‑yard fence at 1301/1309 W. Shiawassee Street. The board also granted excused absences for two members and approved the April 10 meeting minutes.

• Approved 8‑foot fence variance at 1901 Comfort St (4‑2)
• Denied 4‑foot front‑yard fence variance at 1301/1309 W. Shiawassee St (4‑2)
• Granted excused absences for Iannuzzi and Fryling (voice vote 6‑0)
• Approved April 10, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote 6‑0)

Committee on Public Safety

The committee will discuss and potentially act on an ordinance to make the city the sole provider of all curbside collection. Other items include adoption of the 2021 International Fire Code, a resolution supporting state bills HB 4260 and 4261, noise ordinance amendments, and zoning changes to define 'liquor store' and regulate liquor license locations.

• Ordinance to adopt 2021 International Fire Code (Chapter 1610, Section 1610.10)
• Resolution supporting HB 4260 and 4261 (state bills)
• Discussion on noise ordinance amendments (Chapter 654)
• Zoning amendment to define 'liquor store' (1240.04) and liquor license proximity (1250.02)
• Ordinance to establish city as provider of all curbside collection (Chapter 1060 amendments)

The committee approved the minutes from the August 11 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. It adopted the 2021 International Fire Code amendment (Chapter 1610, Section 1610.02) with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. The body also passed a resolution supporting state bills HB 4260 and HB 4261, again by a 3‑0 vote. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved August 11 minutes (3‑0)
• Adopted 2021 International Fire Code Chapter 1610 Section 1610.02 (3‑0)
• Approved resolution supporting HB 4260 & HB 4261 (3‑0)

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will meet to elect a chairperson and co-chairperson. The body is scheduled to review its rules of procedure and discuss updates to the ethics manual, including research on monetary gifts.

• Election of Chairperson and Co-Chairperson
• Rules of Procedure Review
• Ethics Manual Update
• Research on monetary gifts within similar populations

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 10, 2025. It amended rule 8.1 to state that an affirmative vote must be a majority of the voting members serving. The board also approved the revised Rules of Procedure presented by the City Attorney.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved June 10, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Amended rule 8.1 to require majority vote of voting members (motion carried)
• Approved revised Rules of Procedure (motion carried)

Committee on Public Safety

The Lansing Committee on Public Safety will discuss and potentially vote on a resolution to establish tenant relocation fees. The agenda includes only this substantive item alongside procedural matters such as approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

• Resolution establishing tenant relocation fees

The Committee on Public Safety approved the minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting (3-0). It also approved a resolution establishing tenant relocation fees of $85 per day for up to 30 days, in conjunction with Ordinance 1337 (3-0). Both motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved tenant relocation fee resolution (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear presentations from the Capital Area Transportation Authority and the LEDC regarding development incentives. Members will also receive an update on the Ovation Project and consider a budget amendment for Human Relations and Community Services.

• Budget amendment for Human Relations and Community Services (HRCS) carryforwards for Emergency Transitional Housing
• Presentation by Capital Area Transportation Authority
• LEDC presentation on development incentives
• Update on the Ovation Project

The council approved the July 28, 2025 minutes by a 7‑0 vote. A resolution was adopted to carry forward about $645,000 and to purchase 84 ModPod units for emergency transitional housing. Agenda items C and D, the LEDC development‑incentives presentation, and the Ovation Project update were all moved to the August 25, 2025 meeting.

• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Adopted budget amendment to carry forward $645,000 and purchase 84 ModPod units
• Postponed Agenda Item C to Aug 25, 2025
• Postponed Agenda Item D to Aug 25, 2025
• Postponed LEDC development incentives presentation to Aug 25, 2025
• Postponed Ovation Project update to Aug 25, 2025

City Council

The Lansing City Council will hold public hearings on several significant proposals, including establishing the city as the sole provider of curbside solid waste collection, amending zoning to define and limit liquor store proximity, and approving brownfield plans for redevelopment projects. The council will also consider a tenant relocation fee, budget carryforwards, and appointments to boards and commissions. A separate public hearing is set for a payment-in-lieu-of-taxes agreement for workforce housing at Evergreen Townhomes.

• Setting public hearing on amending Chapter 1060 to make city sole curbside solid waste collector (PEND-4153)
• Setting public hearings on zoning amendments to define 'liquor store' and limit proximity (PEND-4151, PEND-4155)
• Brownfield Plan #80 Amendment No. 1 for Pleasant Grove & Holmes Mixed-Use at 2130 W. Holmes Rd. (PEND-4105)
• Tenant Relocation Fee resolution (PEND-4102)
• Appointments to Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority and Planning Commission (PEND-4115, PEND-4138, PEND-4135)

The Lansing City Council adopted a resolution honoring longtime resident Richard Miller. It confirmed appointments of Katherine Hubbard, Leon Clark, and Spencer Lippert to city boards and commissions. The Council approved a club license and related permits for Community Circle Players (Riverwalk Theatre) at 228 Museum Dr. It also granted a noise‑waiver for construction on Pleasant Grove Road from September 6 to November 8, 2025.

• Approved Resolution #2025-192 honoring Richard Miller (motion carried)
• Confirmed appointment of Katherine Hubbard to Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board (motion carried)
• Confirmed appointment of Leon Clark to Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board (motion carried)
• Confirmed appointment of Spencer Lippert as 4th Ward Planning Commission member (motion carried)
• Approved Club License and permits for Community Circle Players (Riverwalk Theatre) at 228 Museum Dr (motion carried)
• Granted noise‑waiver for Pleasant Grove Road construction, Saturdays 8 AM‑5 PM, Sep 6‑Nov 8 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved printed council proceedings of July 28 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda items, including the above resolutions (motion carried)

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The TIFA board will first approve the minutes from its July 11 meeting. It will then vote on an interlocal agreement with the Lansing Business Revitalization Authority for the 603‑607 E. Michigan Avenue rehabilitation project (Brownfield Plan #88). The remainder of the agenda includes an open forum, other business, public comment, and adjournment.

• Approve minutes from the July 11, 2025 TIFA board meeting
• Approve interlocal agreement with Lansing BRA for 603‑607 E. Michigan Ave. Rehabilitation Project (Brownfield Plan #88)
• Open forum for TIFA board members
• Other business
• Public comment

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the July 11, 2025 meeting. It also approved an Interlocal Agreement with the Lansing Business Revitalization Authority to capture tax increments under Brownfield Plan #88, with seven yeas, zero nays, and one abstention.

• Approved July 11, 2025 meeting minutes (8 yeas, unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Lansing BRA for Brownfield Plan #88 (7 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The Lansing Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, review financial and operations updates, and discuss project initiatives including the SEED Academy graduation and REO Town Grant.

• Approval of July 11, 2025 Board Meeting Minutes
• Review of Financial and Operations Updates
• Updates on SEED Academy Graduation
• Updates on REO Town Grant Initiative
• Discussion on Lansing Pitchbook

The board voted to approve the LEDC Board minutes from July 11, 2025. Member Smith moved the approval, seconded by Member Laws‑Barker, and the motion carried with eight yeas and no nays. No other actions were decided; the remainder of the meeting consisted of updates and discussion items.

• Approved July 11, 2025 LEDC board minutes (8‑0)

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will vote on a housing brownfield TIF reimbursement agreement template, two accelerated reimbursement loan requests, and an interlocal agreement with Lansing TIFA. The loan requests involve projects at 820 W. Miller Rd. (Brownfield Plan #86) and 603-607 E. Michigan Ave. (Brownfield Plan #88). A summary of Brownfield Plan Policy Version 4 will also be presented.

• Approval of Housing Brownfield TIF Reimbursement Agreement Template (action)
• Accelerated Reimbursement Loan Request for Brownfield Plan #86 – 820 W. Miller Rd. Redevelopment Project (action)
• Accelerated Reimbursement Loan Request for Brownfield Plan #88 – 603-607 E. Michigan Ave. Rehabilitation Project (action)
• Approval of Interlocal Agreement with Lansing TIFA for 603-607 E. Michigan Ave. Rehabilitation Project (Brownfield Plan #88) (action)
• Summary of Brownfield Plan Policy Version 4

The LBRA Board approved several actions, including the minutes from the July 11 meeting, a Housing Brownfield TIF Reimbursement Agreement Template, and accelerated reimbursement loans for Brownfield Plans #86 and #88. The Board also approved an interlocal agreement with Lansing TIFA. All motions were carried with the vote counts shown below.

• Approved July 11, 2025 meeting minutes (8 yeas, 0 nays, 0 abstentions)
• Approved Housing Brownfield TIF Reimbursement Agreement Template, removing deed‑restriction language (6 yeas, 0 nays, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Accelerated Reimbursement Loan Request for Brownfield Plan #86 (7 yeas, 0 nays, 0 abstentions)
• Approved Accelerated Reimbursement Loan Request for Brownfield Plan #88 (6 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Lansing TIFA (7 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)

Committee on City Operations

The City Operations Committee will discuss and potentially approve two noise special permits: one for the CSO 019 Project at 1038 North Larch Street and one for rehabilitating Pleasant Grove Rd from Holmes Rd to Mt. Hope Ave. Also up for discussion are two liquor license resolutions: a new club license for Riverwalk Theatre at 228 Museum Drive and a transfer of ownership for La Mulata Private Events LLC at 5334 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Public comment is accepted before action.

• Noise special permit for Hoffman Bros Inc to conduct work on CSO 019 Project at 1038 North Larch Street
• Noise special permit for Public Service Department to rehabilitate Pleasant Grove Rd from Holmes Rd to Mt. Hope Ave
• Liquor license resolution for Community Circle Players dba Riverwalk Theatre: new Club License, Sunday Sales, Outdoor Service, Dance-Entertainment permits
• Liquor license resolution for La Mulata Private Events LLC: transfer of ownership, Class C & SDM license, new Sunday Sales, Outdoor Service, Dance-Entertainment, Extended Hours permits

The Committee on City Operations approved the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously (3‑0). It granted a noise special permit to Hoffman Bros. Inc for work at 1038 N. Larch Street with a 2‑1 vote. It also approved a noise special permit for the Pleasant Grove Road rehabilitation project from Holmes Road to Mt. Hope Avenue with a 3‑0 vote. Finally, it approved a liquor‑license resolution for Community Circle Players Inc dba Riverwalk Theatre, authorizing a club license, Sunday sales, an outdoor service area and a dance‑entertainment permit (3‑0).

• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved noise special permit for Hoffman Bros. Inc at 1038 N. Larch St (2-1)
• Approved noise special permit for Pleasant Grove Road rehab (Holmes Rd to Mt. Hope Ave) (3-0)
• Approved liquor license (club, Sunday sales, outdoor area, dance) for Riverwalk Theatre (3-0)

Committee on Development & Planning

The Development & Planning Committee will vote on three appointments: Katherine Hubbard and Leon Clark to the Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board, and Spencer Lippert to the Planning Commission. It will consider an amendment to Brownfield Plan #80 for the Pleasant Grove & Holmes mixed‑use project at 2130 W. Holmes Rd. The committee will also act on an ordinance clarifying bidder responsibility and a resolution establishing a construction bid scoring system.

• Appointment of Katherine Hubbard to the Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board (term expires June 30, 2027)
• Appointment of Leon Clark to the Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board (term expires June 30, 2029)
• Appointment of Spencer Lippert as the 4th Ward member of the Planning Commission (term expires June 30, 2028)
• Resolution amending Brownfield Plan #80, Amendment No. 1 for the Pleasant Grove & Holmes Mixed‑Use Redevelopment Project at 2130 W. Holmes Rd.
• Ordinance amending Chapter 206, Section 206.02 to clarify the most responsive and responsible bidder for construction bids

The Development & Planning Committee approved three board and commission appointments, adopted a brownfield plan amendment for 2130 W. Holmes Road, and passed an amendment to the Responsive Bidder Ordinance and a construction bid scoring system. All motions were carried with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes. The meeting adjourned at 3:52 p.m.

• Approved amended July 23, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved appointment of Katherine Hubbard to Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board (term ends 6/30/2027) (2-0)
• Approved appointment of Spencer Lippert to the Planning Commission (term ends 6/30/2028) (2-0)
• Approved appointment of Leon Clark to Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority Board (term ends 6/30/2029) (3-0)
• Approved Brownfield Plan #80 Amendment #1 for 2130 W. Holmes Road (3-0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 206 Section 206.02 – Responsive Bidder Ordinance (3-0)
• Approved resolution establishing a Construction Bid Scoring System (3-0)

Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board

The Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board will convene to approve minutes, receive updates from staff, and discuss unfinished business including a human rights ordinance and a small business starter kit.

• Approval of July 2025 minutes
• Director's and Culture & Accountability Officer's updates
• Updates on Justice and Safety, Economic Empowerment, and Community Sustainability committees
• Discussion of Human Rights Ordinance
• Discussion of 'From Idea to Income' Small Business Starter Kit

The board approved its agenda and the July 1 minutes. A motion to compose a letter of support for purchasing 50 Pods to address homelessness was denied with a 2‑yes, 3‑no vote. The meeting was adjourned by a passed motion.

• Agenda approved (motion passed)
• July 1 minutes approved (motion passed)
• Motion to compose letter of support for Pods purchase denied (2 yes; 3 no)
• Human Rights ordinance sent to the Mayor
• Meeting adjourned (motion passed)

Arts and Cultural Commission

The Mayor’s Arts and Culture Commission will meet to review its bylaws and rules of procedure. The board will also receive a status report from the Public Art Committee.

• Review of By Laws/Rules of Procedure
• Public Art Committee Status Report

The commission approved its agenda and the July 7 minutes unanimously. It adopted a review of its bylaws and rules of procedure by common consent and authorized work on 2025‑2026 priorities and an annual report. The September meeting was cancelled because it fell on Labor Day, and the commission adjourned at about 4:30 pm.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved July 7, 2025 minutes unanimously
• Approved By‑Laws/Rules of Procedure review by common consent
• Approved development of 2025‑2026 priorities and annual report (motion passed)
• Canceled September meeting (Labor Day) without dissent
• Adjourned meeting at ~4:30 pm without dissent

Board of Fire Commissioners

This is a regular monthly meeting of the Lansing Board of Fire Commissioners. The agenda consists of standard procedural items such as approval of July minutes, public comment, and divisional updates. No substantive actions, contracts, or policy changes are listed for discussion or decision.

• Approval of minutes from July 9th meeting
• Administration Division update from Lansing Fire Department

The Board of Fire Commissioners approved the minutes from the July 9 meeting after a motion by Chair Lawrence and a second by Commissioner Nelson. A majority of commissioners voted in favor. Vice Chair Singh noted a correction to the name “Indiana River Rescue School” in the minutes. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved July 9 meeting minutes (majority vote)

Charter Commission

The Lansing Charter Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comment periods and officer reports. The main item of business is discussion of a Request for Proposals for public relations services.

• Discussion of RFP for Public Relations Services

The Charter Commission adopted its agenda and the July 15 minutes. It approved Truscott Rossman as the public‑relations firm by a 7‑1 vote. The Commission also set a community meeting in Ward 3 for Tuesday, September 23 and confirmed an informational meeting on September 3.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Adopted July 15, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Selected Truscott Rossman as PR firm (7‑1 vote, Washington voted against)
• Scheduled community meeting in Ward 3 for Tuesday, September 23
• Confirmed informational community meeting for September 3

Committee of the Whole

The Lansing City Council Committee of the Whole will consider a resolution to reappoint Anthony Mullen as an At-Large member of the Board of Water and Light for a term ending June 30, 2029. They will also set a public hearing on an ordinance amendment to Chapter 210 adding Section 210.06 regarding City Council attendance. The meeting includes approval of minutes from July 14, 2025, and public comment on agenda items.

• Reappointment of Anthony Mullen to the Board of Water and Light through June 30, 2029
• Setting a public hearing to amend Chapter 210 by adding Section 210.06 on City Council attendance
• Approval of July 14, 2025 meeting minutes

The City Council approved the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Council members voted 7-0 to reappoint Anthony Mullen as an At‑Large member of the Lansing Board of Water and Light through June 30, 2029. They also voted 7-0 to set a public hearing for August 11, 2025 on amending Chapter 210 to add Section 210.06 on council attendance.

• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Reappointed Anthony Mullen to LBWL board, term to expire June 30, 2029 (7-0)
• Set public hearing for August 11, 2025 on Chapter 210 amendment (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss ordinances regarding rental dwelling insurance for tenant relocation and the creation of a tenant relocation fee. The body will also consider several brownfield plans and noise permits for infrastructure projects.

• Ordinances to require rental dwelling insurance for tenant relocation and create a tenant relocation fee
• Brownfield Plan #86 for 820 W. Miller Rd. and Plan #88 for 603-607 E. Michigan Ave.
• Brownfield Plan #80 Amendment No. 1 for 2130 W. Holmes Rd.
• Noise permits for rehabilitating Pleasant Grove Rd. and the CSO 019 Project at 1038 North Larch St.
• Proposed adoption of the 2021 International Fire Code

The council confirmed Kambriana Crank as an at‑large member of the Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board (term ends June 30 2027). It also confirmed Stephen Robertson as an at‑large member of the Board of Zoning Appeals (term ends June 30 2026). Finally, the council approved two Brownfield Redevelopment Authority plans: Plan #86 for 820 W. Miller Road and Plan #88 for 603‑607 E. Michigan Avenue.

• Confirmed appointment of Kambriana Crank to the Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board (Motion carried)
• Confirmed appointment of Stephen Robertson to the Board of Zoning Appeals (Motion carried)
• Approved LBRA Brownfield Plan #86 – 820 W. Miller Road Redevelopment (Motion carried)
• Approved LBRA Brownfield Plan #88 – 603, 605, 607 E. Michigan Avenue Redevelopment (Motion carried)
• Referred Noise Special Permit for Pleasant Grove Rd to the Committee on City Operations (Motion carried)
• Referred Noise Special Permit for CSO 019 project at 1038 N. Larch St. to the Committee on City Operations (Motion carried)

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority will meet to approve the June 26, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss art installations. The board will also review the agency's budget and marketing efforts.

• Approval of June 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on art installations
• Update on the SSCIA budget
• Updates on the marketing effort

The board did not have a quorum to approve the July 26, 2025 meeting minutes, though they reviewed them for errors. No motion was made to approve the minutes. The SSCIA budget was presented and discussed, but no decisions were taken. A discussion on art installations was held without any actions recorded.

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will consider appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority. Members will also review two specific brownfield plans and discuss a construction bid scoring system.

• Brownfield Plan #86 for Novi Properties at 820 W. Miller Rd.
• Brownfield Plan #88 for Michigan Avenue Rehabilitation Project at 603-607 E. Michigan Ave.
• Appointment of Kambriana Crank to the Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board
• Appointment of Stephen Robertson to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Discussion regarding a construction bid scoring system

The committee approved the amended minutes from June 25, 2025. It appointed Kambriana Crank as a resident member of the Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board, term ending June 30, 2027. It appointed Stephen Robertson as an at‑large member of the Board of Zoning Appeals, term ending June 30, 2026. It approved Brownfield Plan #86 for 820 W Miller Road ($4 million, 30‑year project) and Brownfield Plan #88 for 603‑607 E Michigan Avenue ($8 million, 30‑year project). All motions carried 2‑0.

• Approved amended June 25, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Appointed Kambriana Crank to Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board, term to 6/30/2027 (2-0)
• Appointed Stephen Robertson to Board of Zoning Appeals, term to 6/30/2026 (2-0)
• Approved Brownfield Plan #86 for 820 W Miller Road, $4 M, 30‑year term (2-0)
• Approved Brownfield Plan #88 for 603‑607 E Michigan Avenue, $8 M, 30‑year term (2-0)

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority Board will discuss public comments, approve the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting, receive several committee reports, and consider the Concessions Management Agreement listed under old business. The meeting also includes routine staff and commissioner comments before adjourning.

• Concessions Management Agreement (old business)
• Public comment updates: Choose Lansing and Lansing Lugnut
• Approval of minutes from June 24, 2025 meeting
• Finance Committee June 2025 financials update
• Strategic Planning Committee report

The LEPFA Board approved the meeting agenda and the June 24, 2025 minutes. No other motions were voted on or decided. The meeting included reports on finances, HVAC repairs, staffing needs, and upcoming events, but no approvals, denials, or tabled items were recorded.

• Agenda approved (motion by Paul Collins, seconded by Danielle Lenz, carried)
• June 24, 2025 minutes approved (motion carried)

Board of Review

The Lansing Property Tax Board of Review will hold its regular meeting. It will review qualified clerical errors in tax records and vote to approve the March meeting minutes. Standard items such as roll call, discussion, and adjournment are also on the agenda.

• Review qualified clerical errors
• Approve March Board of Review minutes

The Property Tax Board of Review approved a series of tax‑related motions, including 100% and 50% poverty exemptions. It also passed motions on prior‑year and current‑year property errors, tax exemptions, and the 2025 recapping. All motions were moved by Mike Redding and supported by Eric Schertzing and Sharon Civils, and each motion passed.

• Approved prior year personal property in mass (passed)
• Approved current year personal property qualified errors (passed)
• Approved tax exemptions (passed)
• Approved 2025 recappings (passed)
• Approved prior year qualified errors and recappings (passed)
• Approved 100% poverty exemptions (passed)
• Approved 50% poverty exemptions (passed)
• Approved poverty exemption denials (passed)

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will discuss updates to the city's fire code and rental dwelling requirements. Members will consider ordinances regarding tenant relocation insurance and the creation of a tenant relocation fee.

• Proposed adoption of the 2021 International Fire Code
• Proposed requirement for rental dwellings to have insurance covering tenant relocation costs
• Proposed creation of a tenant relocation fee (Chapter 1460, Section 1460.51)
• Lansing Fire Department presentation on emergency weather siren platform expansion
• Lansing Fire Department presentation on basic life support ambulance deployment in Tri-County area

The Committee on Public Safety approved the July 8, 2025 minutes (3‑0). A resolution was adopted to schedule a public hearing for the 2021 International Fire Code on August 11, 2025 (3‑0). The council also approved three ordinance amendments related to rental insurance, tenant relocation fees, and internal reference updates, each passing 3‑0.

• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved resolution to set public hearing for 2021 International Fire Code on Aug 11, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 1460 Section 1460.49(a) (rental insurance) (3-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 1460 Section 1460.51 (tenant relocation fee) (3-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 1460 Section 1460.50 (update internal references) (3-0)

Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board

The Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board will meet for a regular session. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and a director's report. No specific proposals or actions are listed on the agenda.

The Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board approved the agenda as presented and approved the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting. No formal decisions were made on the ModPod proposal or other items; the board only discussed them. Staff reported on staffing vacancies, contract work, and upcoming training sessions.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

Board of Water and Light

The Board of Water and Light will meet to approve FY26 rules and regulations for utility services, honor a board member, and review capital project exceedances and internal audit work plans.

• Approval of FY26 Rules and Regulations for Electric, Water, Steam and Chilled Water Utility Services
• Resolution Honoring Stuart Goodrich
• Capital Project Exceedance: AE - Electric Annuals Resolution
• FY2026 Internal Audit Work Plan Resolution
• Appointee Expense Policy and Travel & Expense Policy amendments

The Board approved David Price as Chairperson and Sandra Zerkle as Vice Chairperson for FY 2025‑2026. Commissioners appointed Semone James as past Chairperson and Dale Schrader as a member of the Executive Committee. Dale Schrader and Tony Mullen were designated chairs of the Finance and Human Resources committees, respectively. The Board also approved several sets of meeting minutes and voted to temporarily extend the contract with Captrust while a market RFI is conducted.

• Approved David Price as Chairperson and Sandra Zerkle as Vice Chairperson (unanimous yeas)
• Appointed Semone James as past Board Chairperson on the Executive Committee (accepted)
• Appointed Dale Schrader as the fourth member of the Executive Committee (motion carried)
• Designated Dale Schrader as chair of the Finance Committee (agreed)
• Designated Tony Mullen as chair of the Human Resources Committee (agreed)
• Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes of May 20, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Committee of the Whole Meeting minutes of May 13, 2025 (motion carried)
• Voted to temporarily extend the contract with Captrust pending an RFI (RPC vote)

Election Commission

The Election Commission will meet to conduct a public test of equipment for the upcoming August 5, 2025 election. Other agenda items are procedural: approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Public test of election equipment for the August 5, 2025 election

The commission approved the meeting agenda. It approved the minutes from the July 8, 2025 Election Commission meeting. The commission accepted the public accuracy test results for the August 5, 2025 election. No new business was considered.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted public accuracy test results for August 5, 2025 election (motion carried)

South MLK Jr. Blvd. Corridor Improvement Authority

The South Martin Luther King Jr. Corridor Improvement Authority Board will vote to approve the meeting minutes from June 12, 2025. It will receive updates on marketing efforts, bus shelter art, and community cleanup for the corridor. The board will also discuss the BWL project. The meeting includes other business, public comment, and adjournment.

• Approve meeting minutes dated 6/12/25
• Receive marketing efforts update for the corridor
• Review bus shelter art plans
• Review community cleanup plans
• Discuss the BWL project

The board unanimously approved the July 12, 2025 meeting minutes. They scheduled a community cleanup for September 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Logan Square. The August board meeting will be held at the La Mulata restaurant.

• Approved July 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled community cleanup for Sep 13, 2025, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. at Logan Square
• Set August meeting location to La Mulata restaurant

Committee on Personnel

The Committee on Personnel will discuss job postings for a Council Appointed Internal Auditor and a Council Legislative Analyst. The committee will also discuss an amendment to the Council Staff Personnel Rule regarding hybrid, remote work, and flexible hours.

• Discussion of Council Appointed Internal Auditor job posting scope and locations
• Discussion of Council Legislative Analyst job posting
• Discussion of Council Staff Personnel Rule amendment for hybrid/remote work and flexible hours

The Personnel Committee approved the minutes from June 26, 2025 (4‑0). It adopted the staff hybrid/remote work and flexible‑hours rule amendments and sent them to City Council (4‑0). The committee also approved the internal auditor job posting, scope of work, and listing locations (4‑0). It revised the Legislative Analyst posting, removed a bullet point, changed experience language, set a July 29 posting date for 30 days, and will post it in the same locations as the internal auditor posting.

• Approved June 26, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Approved personnel rule amendments for hybrid/remote work (4‑0)
• Approved internal auditor job posting, scope, and locations (4‑0)
• Removed second bullet point from Legislative Analyst posting
• Changed experience requirement to “two years or more” in Legislative Analyst posting
• Set Legislative Analyst posting date for July 29, 2025
• Established 30‑day posting period for Legislative Analyst position
• Decided to post Legislative Analyst position in same locations as internal auditor

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Police and Fire Retirement System Board will review routine financial items, including refunds and reimbursements, and discuss retirement allowances for June 2025. Trustees will consider a pending Request for Proposals for actuarial services. The meeting also includes training conference information and a report on duty‑disability income verification exams.

• Refunds made since the last meeting total $128,664.19
• Year‑to‑date reimbursements total $48,874.66
• Retirement allowances for June 2025 amount to $3,492,526.63
• Pending Request for Proposals for actuarial services
• Duty disability income verification/exams discussion

The trustees unanimously approved the minutes from the June 13 and June 17 board meetings. They also excused Trustees Garza, Kreft and Taylor from the July meeting. The board approved payment of three vendor invoices and suspended the pensions of two duty‑disability retirees. Finally, the meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved June 13, 2025 board minutes (5-0)
• Approved June 17, 2025 board minutes (5-0)
• Excused Trustees Garza, Kreft and Taylor from July meeting (5-0)
• Approved payment of Segal Insurance invoice $18,734.00 (5-0)
• Approved payment of Asset Consulting Group invoice $21,768.00 (5-0)
• Approved payment of Tegrit invoice $15,395.73 (5-0)
• Approved pension suspensions for Ms. Maatman and Mr. Terrill (5-0)
• Adjourned the June meeting (unanimous)

Employees' Retirement System

The Lansing Employees' Retirement System board will consider two duty disability applications and a refund request for $9,253.30. The Secretary's Report shows $2,028,724.03 in retirement allowances for June 2025 and 913 checks printed. Other business includes electing board officers, subcommittee assignments, and an authorized signers resolution.

• Duty disability request from Applicant #2024-E0724
• Duty disability request from Applicant #2025-E0715
• Refund request from Marjan Sakhi (Teamsters 243 CTP) for $9,253.30
• Secretary's Report: $2,028,724.03 in retirement allowances for June 2025
• Election of board officers and subcommittee assignments

The board approved the June 17 meeting minutes, sent a duty‑disability applicant to the medical director, approved two refunds, excused two trustees, paid three July invoices, elected Matthew Bahr as chair and Darren Kalis as vice‑chair, and adopted an amended Authorized Signers Resolution. All motions were adopted unanimously with votes of 8‑0, except the trustee term declaration which passed 7‑0. No public comments were received.

• Approved June 17 minutes (8‑0)
• Sent Applicant #2025‑E0715 to medical director for duty disability (8‑0)
• Approved refunds for Marjan Sakhi $9,253.30 and James Harries $9,249.78 (8‑0)
• Excused Trustees Garza and Jeffries from July meeting (8‑0)
• Approved payment of July invoices: Segal Insurance $9,557; Asset Consulting Group $21,768; Tegrit $15,395.73 (8‑0)
• Elected Matthew Bahr as chairperson (8‑0)
• Elected Darren Kalis as vice chairperson (8‑0)
• Adopted and amended Authorized Signers Resolution (8‑0)

Lansing Gateway North Grand River Improvement Authority

The Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board will approve the minutes from its June 17, 2025 meeting. It will receive an update on the IFAD Project. The meeting includes a public comment period and any other business items.

• Approve June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on IFAD Project
• Public comment period
• Other business items

The board approved the amended minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting after a motion by Hillary Kipp and support from Bob Van Arkel; the motion passed unanimously. Chair Robert Benstein gave an update on the IFAD service agreement effort. Facilitator Kahleea Washington reported work to increase mowing of MDOT‑owned medians and to address a missing sign topper on the east side of the corridor. The meeting was adjourned after a motion by Bob Van Arkel with support from Dianne Hartwell.

• Approved amended May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to review department reports and receive a presentation on continuing professional education. The meeting includes reports from the Chief of Police, the Chief Deputy City Attorney, and the Human Resources Director.

• Education presentation by Lt. Corey Campbell on Continuing Professional Education
• Approval of May 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of May and June 2025 Department Reports
• Budget Committee report
• Recruitment & Hiring report

The board voted 6‑0 to excuse Commissioner Milton’s absence. It then approved the meeting agenda. The board also approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes and the May and June 2025 departmental reports. No other business was taken.

• Excused Commissioner Milton’s absence (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved May and June 2025 departmental reports (6-0)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will meet to conduct regular business and review a Request for Proposals (RFP) for public relations services. The meeting includes standard procedural items and opportunities for public comment.

• RFP for Public Relations Services

The Charter Commission adopted the meeting agenda as presented. It also approved the June 24, 2025 minutes. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Adopted June 24, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will discuss a community funding application and a liquor license request. The body will also consider setting public hearings for two noise special permits related to infrastructure work.

• Community funding application for Eastside Neighborhood Organization Summer Festival
• Liquor license for Pandoff-Hill Corporation at 3224 E. Michigan Ave, Suite G
• Noise special permit public hearing for Combine Sewer Operations (CSO) 019 Project at 1038 North Larch St.
• Noise special permit public hearing for Pleasant Grove Rd. rehabilitation from Holmes Rd. to Mt. Hope Avenue

The Committee on City Operations approved the June 23, 2025 minutes. It also approved a $500 community funding request for the Eastside Neighborhood Organization's summer festival, a Class C liquor license for Pandoff‑Hill Corporation, and set public hearings for a noise special permit for Hoffman Bros. and a noise waiver for the Pleasant Grove Road rehabilitation. All motions passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved $500 community funding for Eastside Neighborhood Organization summer festival (3-0)
• Approved Class C liquor license for Pandoff‑Hill Corporation with Sunday sales, dance, entertainment, and outdoor service area (3-0)
• Approved public hearing on noise special permit for Hoffman Bros. Inc. CSO 019 project at 1038 North Larch Street (3-0)
• Approved public hearing on noise waiver request for Pleasant Grove Road rehabilitation from Holmes Road to Mt. Hope Avenue (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and take action on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The meeting also includes an annual update from the Capital Area Regional Airport.

• Resolution regarding Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan funding allocations for FY 2025-2026
• Annual update presentation from Capital Area Regional Airport by Nicole Noll-Williams

City Council

The Lansing City Council will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to require rental dwellings have insurance covering tenant relocation costs and to create a tenant relocation fee. They will also consider brownfield redevelopment plans for 2130 W. Holmes Rd. and 820 W. Miller Rd., and hear a resolution on extended producer responsibility policies. Other items include CDBG funding allocations, liquor license transfers, and appointments to boards and commissions.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 1460 to require rental insurance covering tenant relocation costs
• Public hearing on adding a new Section 1460.51 to create a tenant relocation fee
• Brownfield Plan #86 for Novi Properties at 820 W. Miller Rd.
• Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan for FY2025-2026 funding allocations
• Appointment of Florensio Hernandez as 1st Ward member of the Board of Police Commissioners

The City Council adopted Resolution #2025‑174, approving the Annual Action Plan for fiscal year 2025‑2026, which includes $1,982,088 for CDBG, $653,936.57 for HOME, and $178,551 for ESG funding. The council authorized the mayor or his designee to sign and submit the plan to HUD and to execute related agreements. The council also approved the printed June 23 2025 proceedings and referred two brownfield projects and three tenant‑relocation insurance amendments to the appropriate committees.

• Approved printed Council Proceedings of June 23 2025 (motion carried)
• Referred Brownfield Plan #86 (820 W Miller Rd) to Development and Planning Committee
• Referred Brownfield Plan #88 (603‑607 E Michigan Ave) to Development and Planning Committee
• Referred amendment to require rental‑dwelling insurance (Section 1460.49(a)) to Public Safety Committee
• Referred amendment adding tenant‑relocation fee (new Section 1460.51) to Public Safety Committee
• Referred amendment to update Section 1460.50 to Public Safety Committee
• Adopted Resolution #2025‑173 recognizing Pastor Samuel “Cisco” Duncan IV (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution #2025‑174 approving the Annual Action Plan and authorizing mayor to submit grant (motion carried)

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The Lansing Economic Development Corp board will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and review reports on a micro-loan program and HR survey observations. The meeting will include an open forum for board members and a public comment period.

• Approval of Special Board Meeting minutes from June 20, 2025
• Micro-Loan Program Report
• HR Survey Observations
• Open Forum for LEDC Board Members
• Public Comment

The board voted to approve the Lansing Economic Development Corporation minutes from June 20, 2025. The motion was moved by Member Britten, seconded by Member Smith, and passed with unanimous yeas. No other actions were decided; the remainder of the meeting consisted of updates and informational reports.

• Approved June 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority board will consider and act on the Turner North Development Project Brownfield Plan #89. The board will also adopt an updated Brownfield Plan Policy (Version 4). Additional routine business includes welcoming a new board member, approving minutes from the June 20, 2025 meeting, and an open forum for board members.

• Turner North Development Project Brownfield Plan #89 (ACTION)
• Brownfield Plan Policy Update – Version 4 (ACTION)
• Approval of LBRA Board Meeting Minutes – Friday, June 20, 2025
• New Board Member Welcome
• Open Forum for LBRA Board Members

The LBRA Board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 20, 2025 meeting. The board members voted 6-0 to approve the Turner North Development Project Brownfield Plan #89. The board also voted 6-0 to adopt Brownfield Plan Policy Update Version 4. All motions were carried.

• Approved June 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Turner North Development Project Brownfield Plan #89 (6 yeas, 0 nays, 0 abstentions)
• Approved Brownfield Plan Policy Update Version 4 (6 yeas, 0 nays, 0 abstentions)

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority board will consider a proposed amendment to the TIFA Act and receive updates. The agenda includes only one substantive item; the remainder is procedural.

• Discussion of TIFA Act Amendment and Updates

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority Board approved the minutes from the June 6, 2025 meeting. The motion passed with unanimous yeas. No other actions or business were taken.

• Approved June 6, 2025 TIFA meeting minutes (unanimous)

Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority

The Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority board will meet to approve minutes from May, receive updates on the FY2025 budget, and discuss the Block 2000 projects. Public comment will be heard. No specific dollar amounts or project details are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of May 2025 board meeting minutes
• Update on the MACIA FY 2025 Budget
• Update on Block 2000 Projects

The board unanimously approved the May 16, 2025 MACIA meeting minutes. It also approved the phase one budget for the Block 2000 project and authorized Chair Jon Lum to sign and execute any budget increases or changes before the September meeting. The board discussed adding sidewalk planters, public seating, façade cleaning, anti‑graffiti coating, and sign/awning improvements for the block.

• Approved May 16, 2025 MACIA meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved phase one budget for Block 2000 project; authorized Chair Lum to sign and execute budget changes before September meeting

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will elect officers for the coming term. They will receive reports from the Fleet Services and Property Management divisions. Unfinished business includes updating the draft City of Lansing Facility and Street Naming Policy and discussing budget priorities for fiscal year 2026/2027.

• Election of Board officers
• Update on draft City of Lansing Facility and Street Naming Policy
• Discussion of Board of Public Service budget priorities for FY 26/27
• Reports from Fleet Services and Property Management divisions

The Board of Public Service approved the meeting agenda and the June 12, 2025 minutes, each with a unanimous vote. Members re‑elected the same officers, also unanimously. Officer assignments for each division were confirmed. No other actions were taken.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• June 12, 2025 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Board officers re‑elected, status quo maintained (unanimous)
• Division officer assignments confirmed

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The board will meet to review the fiscal year end and the Strategic Action Plan. The agenda includes a work session with Dr. Bailey and discussions regarding the Middle Village Accelerator and DLPI. A closed session is scheduled for the Executive Director's annual review.

• FY Year End review
• Strategic Action Plan discussion
• Annual Main Street Accreditation & 15th Anniversary
• Middle Village Accelerator and DLPI
• Executive Director Annual Review (Closed Session)

The board approved a motion to keep the existing Middle Village branding and move day‑to‑day operations, legal oversight, insurance, and merchant agreements to DLPI. It also decided to conduct quarterly deep‑dive reviews of the fiscal year financial position. A July 23 deadline was set for the annual Main Street accreditation self‑assessment. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Maintain existing branding of Middle Village and shift operations to DLPI – approved unanimously
• Conduct quarterly deep‑dive reviews of FY financial position – approved
• Set July 23 deadline for annual Main Street accreditation self‑assessment – approved
• Adjourn the meeting – approved

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will meet to discuss and potentially vote on a resolution supporting an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Policy. The meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2025, at 4:30 PM at Lansing City Hall.

• Discussion/Action: RESOLUTION - Support for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Policy
• Approval of June 11, 2025 minutes
• Public comment period (up to 3 minutes per speaker)

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting with a 2‑0 vote. It also approved a resolution supporting the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policy and directed the City Clerk to send copies of the resolution to the Michigan Governor and the Lansing delegation, also by a 2‑0 vote. No other items were acted upon.

• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Extended Producer Responsibility, directing City Clerk to submit copies to Governor and Lansing delegation (2-0)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a regular monthly meeting, primarily consisting of procedural items such as approving the June 11 minutes and receiving a report from Fire Chief Sturdivant. The agenda includes periods for public comment. No major policy decisions or financial actions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the June 11 meeting
• Fire Administration Report by Chief Sturdivant
• Public comment periods (3-minute limit)

Election Commission

The Election Commission is meeting to prepare for the August 5, 2025 election. The body will discuss the establishment of a counting board for absent voter ballots and the assignment of election inspectors.

• Establishment of an absent voter counting board to process ballots between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. on any 8 days before August 5, 2025
• Assignment of election inspectors for the August 5, 2025 election

The Election Commission approved the creation of an absent‑voter counting board to process and tabulate absentee ballots during the eight days before the August 5, 2025 election. It also approved the assignment of election inspectors for that election and authorized the City Clerk’s Office to make future adjustments as needed.

• Approved establishment of absent‑voter counting board (motion carried)
• Approved assignment of election inspectors for Aug 5, 2025 election (motion carried)

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will hear a series of presentations covering recent public safety matters in Lansing. Topics include red‑tag violations, the City Ordinance Chapter 654 Noise, the Lansing Police Department's summer safety plan, and an update on recent gun violence. The meeting is for informational updates; no formal actions or votes are listed.

• Red Tag Violations
• City Ordinance – Chapter 654 Noise
• LPD Summer Safety Plan
• Update on recent gun violence
• Overall public safety update

The Committee on Public Safety approved the June 10, 2025 minutes with a spelling correction (Andy Markowich to Markovic) by a 3‑0 vote. The members also agreed to begin reviewing Chapter 654, the city noise ordinance, at the next meeting. No other motions were adopted. The meeting adjourned at 5:06 p.m.

• Approved June 10, 2025 minutes with spelling correction (3-0)
• Committee will begin review of noise ordinance at next meeting

DO NOT USE

The Lansing Park Board will convene to review minutes, discuss the Parks 5-Year Master Plan, and consider the Lansing Parks Grant Match Program. The meeting also includes updates on Ingham Park and the Sycamore Park Disc Golf project.

• Review of July 11, 2025 board minutes
• Lansing Parks Grant Match Program
• Parks 5-Year Master Plan discussion
• Playground sites review
• Ingham Park updates and correspondence

The board unanimously accepted the agenda addition and the June 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It then voted 5-1 to remove Rick Kibbey from the Park Board because he is moving out of Ward 2 and the board’s attendance policy. The board also announced it will not meet in August.

• Accepted agenda addition (unanimous)
• Accepted June 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Removed Rick Kibbey from board (5-1)
• Board will not meet in August (no vote recorded)

Public Media Authority

The Public Media Authority will meet to review the Director's and Finance reports. The agenda consists of standard procedural items.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Director’s Report
• Finance Report

The Public Media Authority board approved the minutes from the February 5, 2025 meeting, with all members voting in favor. No other actions were decided; the remaining agenda items were reports or updates. The meeting was adjourned at 4:14 p.m.

• Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board

The Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to introduce new member Deanna Brown, accept a letter of resignation from Florensio Hernandez, and receive updates from the director and the Culture & Accountability Officer. Committee updates from Justice and Safety, Economic Empowerment, and Community Sustainability will also be heard. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• Introduction of new board member Deanna Brown
• Letter of resignation from Florensio Hernandez
• City Hall planning update
• Director's update from Kimberly A. Coleman
• Culture & Accountability Officer update from Michael Hopson

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board approved its agenda and the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting. Both items were moved by Terry and seconded by Cheryl. The board then adjourned the meeting at 6:25 p.m.

• Agenda approved (motion by Terry, seconded by Cheryl)
• April 22 minutes approved (motion by Terry, seconded by Cheryl)
• Meeting adjourned (motion by Cheryl, seconded by Terry)

Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority will hold its monthly meeting. The board will discuss the proposed spending plan for the next fiscal year. They will also receive updates on marketing efforts and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (action item)
• Update on SSCIA marketing efforts by M3 Group
• Discussion on FY 2025/2026 spending plan
• Public comment period

The Saginaw Street Corridor Improvement Authority board approved the SSCIA meeting minutes from May 22, 2025. A motion by Peter Morman was seconded by Laura Stoken and carried. The board also reviewed branding and logo proposals from M3 Group and discussed logistics for a possible fall event.

• Approved June 22, 2025 meeting minutes

Committee on Personnel

The Committee on Personnel will discuss the job postings for a Council Appointed Internal Auditor and a Council Legislative Analyst. The body will also discuss an amendment to the Council Staff Personnel Rule regarding hybrid, remote work, and flexible hours.

• Council Appointed Internal Auditor job posting scope of work and locations
• Council Legislative Analyst job posting
• Council Staff Personnel Rule Amendment for hybrid/remote work and flexible hours

The Committee on Personnel approved the minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting with a 3‑0 vote. Members discussed the internal auditor job posting, a hybrid/remote work policy, and the legislative analyst posting, but no votes were recorded on those items. The committee agreed to hold its next meeting on July 17, 2025 at 4 p.m. No other motions were adopted.

• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for July 17, 2025 at 4 p.m. (consensus)

Committee on Development & Planning

The Committee on Development and Planning will appoint a resident to the Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board and set public hearings for a Pleasant Grove redevelopment project and a construction bidding ordinance amendment.

• Appoint Kambriana Crank to Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board
• Set public hearing for Pleasant Grove & Holmes Mixed-Use Redevelopment Project at 2130 W. Holmes Rd.
• Set public hearing to amend construction bidding rules in Chapter 206, Section 206.02
• Discuss construction bid scoring system
• Review June 11, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee approved the amended June 11, 2025 minutes with a 2‑0 vote. It also voted 2‑0 to schedule a public hearing on July 28, 2025 for Brownfield Plan #80 Amendment #1. A separate 2‑0 vote set a July 28, 2025 public hearing for amendments to Chapter 206, Section 206.02 concerning construction bid criteria.

• Approved amended June 11, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Set public hearing for Brownfield Plan #80 Amendment #1 on July 28, 2025 (2-0)
• Set public hearing for Chapter 206, Section 206.02 amendment on July 28, 2025 (2-0)

Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority

The board changed the agenda after a quorum was reached, accepted the May 2025 financial statements, and approved the FY 2026 slate of LEPFA board officers. All three motions were carried without recorded vote tallies. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Agenda change approved (motion by Leatherwood, second by Lenz)
• May 2025 financials accepted (motion by Leatherwood, second by Howard)
• FY 2026 board officer slate accepted (motion by Mickens, second by Lenz)

Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board

The Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes, accept a resignation, and receive a director's report. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Acceptance of Frank Lee's resignation from the board
• Director's report from K. Coleman
• Approval of minutes from April 8, 2025

The advisory board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from April 8, 2025. Members accepted Frank Lee’s immediate resignation from the board. The 2025 Health and Wellness Fair scheduled for August 7 was cancelled. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted Frank Lee resignation (motion carried)
• Cancelled 2025 Health and Wellness Fair (decision by Deputy Director Moses)
• Distributed DEI Progress Report and Homelessness Study summary (informational distribution)

Charter Commission

The Lansing Charter Commission will hear a presentation on legal instructions regarding the commission's ability to inform. The meeting also includes approval of June 3 minutes, public comment, and officer reports. No substantive decisions or proposals are on the agenda beyond the presentation.

• Presentation: Legal Instructions on Commission's Ability to Inform

The Charter Commission adopted its agenda and the June 3, 2025 minutes. It approved spending up to $5,000 for graphic design of an informational postcard about the proposed charter. Commissioners discussed the budget, timeline, and public‑information strategy, and the Chair set the next meeting for July 15, 2025.

• Adopt agenda (motion carried)
• Adopt June 3, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Authorize up to $5,000 for postcard graphic design (motion carried)

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will discuss and vote on resolutions to grant noise special permits for two new apartment buildings and a claim appeal. The meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2025, at 4:00 PM.

• Resolution for 63-unit apartment building at 220 E. Kalamazoo Street
• Resolution for 56-unit apartment building at 510 Cherry Street
• Claim appeal for Eastside Community Action Center for $674 in red tag fees
• Community Funding for Churchill Downs Neighborhood Summer Picnic
• Approval of June 5, 2025 Committee minutes

The Committee approved the June 5 minutes (3‑0). It approved a $362.50 community‑funding request for the Churchill Downs Neighborhood Summer Picnic (3‑0). It approved noise‑special permits for a new 63‑unit apartment at 220 E. Kalamazoo Street and a 56‑unit apartment at 510 Cherry Street (both 3‑0). It denied Claim #2176 for $674 red‑tag fees at 1018 Bensch Street (2‑1) and rescheduled the next meeting to Monday, July 14 at 4:30 p.m.

• Approved June 5 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved $362.50 community funding for Churchill Downs Neighborhood Summer Picnic (3‑0)
• Approved noise special permit for 63‑unit apartment at 220 E. Kalamazoo Street (3‑0)
• Approved noise special permit for 56‑unit apartment at 510 Cherry Street (3‑0)
• Denied Claim #2176 for $674 red‑tag fees at 1018 Bensch Street (2‑1)
• Rescheduled next meeting to Monday, July 14 at 4:30 p.m.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and take action on several resolutions, including the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget for the Local Development Finance Authority. The body will also consider a road safety action plan and a board appointment. A closed session is scheduled to discuss multiple pending litigation cases.

• Approval of the Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA) Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Adoption of the Safe Streets and Roadways for All (SS4A) Action Plan
• Appointment of Lolo Robison to the Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority Board
• Lansing Board of Water and Light Return on Equity Agreement, Amendment #8
• Review of Investment Policy referred from the Administration on January 13, 2025

The Council approved the May 19, 2025 minutes (7‑0) and appointed Lolo Robison to the LEPFA Board (8‑0). It adopted the Safe Streets and Roadways for All (SS4A) Action Plan (8‑0), approved the LDFA budget for FY 2025‑2026 (8‑0), and passed the LBWL Return on Equity Agreement Amendment #8 (7‑1). The Investment Policy resolution was approved (8‑0) and the body recessed into closed session to discuss pending litigation (8‑0).

• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Appointed Lolo Robison to LEPFA Board (8-0)
• Adopted Safe Streets and Roadways for All Action Plan (8-0)
• Approved LDFA budget FY 2025-2026 (8-0)
• Approved LBWL Return on Equity Agreement – Amendment #8 (7-1)
• Approved Investment Policy resolution (8-0)
• Recessed into closed session for pending litigation (8-0)

City Council

The Lansing City Council will consider ordinances to require rental dwellings to have insurance covering tenant relocation costs and to create a tenant relocation fee. They also will vote on noise special permits for two new housing developments: a 63-unit building at 220 E. Kalamazoo St. and a 56-unit building at 510 Cherry St. The agenda includes several appointments, brownfield plans, a Safety Action Plan, and budget carryforwards.

• Setting public hearings on ordinances for tenant relocation insurance (PEND-4041) and tenant relocation fee (PEND-4045)
• Noise special permit for 63-unit apartment building at 220 E. Kalamazoo St. (PEND-4050)
• Noise special permit for 56-unit apartment building at 510 Cherry St. (PEND-4052)
• Brownfield Plan #86 for Novi Properties at 820 W. Miller Rd.
• Safety Action Plan (PEND-4089)

The City Council approved several board appointments, confirming Cristina Benton, Sharon Gillison, Lolo Robison, Hillary Kipp, DeAnna Brown, and reappointing John Ruge. All items on the consent agenda were approved. The Council adopted a resolution to hold a public hearing on July 14, 2025 for Brownfield Plan #88 covering 603‑607 E. Michigan Avenue.

• Confirmed appointment of Cristina Benton to Economic Development Corp/Tax Increment Finance Authority/Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (motion carried)
• Confirmed appointment of Sharon Gillison to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Board (motion carried)
• Confirmed appointment of Lolo Robison to Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority Board (motion carried)
• Confirmed appointment of Hillary Kipp to Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board (adopted with consent agenda)
• Confirmed appointment of DeAnna Brown to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Board (adopted with consent agenda)
• Reappointed John Ruge as 1st Ward member of the Planning Commission (adopted with consent agenda)
• Approved all remaining items on the consent agenda (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution to hold a public hearing on July 14, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. for Brownfield Plan #88 – 603, 605, 607 E. Michigan Avenue (adopted with consent agenda)

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The Lansing Economic Development Corporation board will vote on a resolution to approve compensation for the current President & CEO and confirm a new President & CEO, along with delegation of authority. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, open forum, other business, and public comment.

• Resolution approving compensation for current LEDC President & CEO and confirming new LEDC President & CEO with delegation of authority (ACTION)

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 6, 2025 meeting. A resolution to approve compensation for the current President & CEO, confirm the new President & CEO, and delegate authority was adopted with a 7‑0 vote. No other business was discussed.

• Approved June 6, 2025 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved compensation for current President & CEO, confirmed new President & CEO and delegated authority (7‑0)

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will consider an amendment to the Pleasant Grove & Holmes Development Project Brownfield Plan #80. They will also discuss the Turner North Development Project Brownfield Plan #89 and potential updates to brownfield plan policies.

• Action on Pleasant Grove & Holmes Development Project Brownfield Plan #80 Amendment No. 1
• Discussion of Turner North Development Project Brownfield Plan #89
• Discussion of Brownfield Plan Policy Updates
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 6, 2025

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 6, 2025 meeting. The board then approved the Pleasant Grove & Holmes Development Project Brownfield Plan #80 Amendment No. 1 with six yeas, zero nays and one abstention. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 6, 2025 LBRA meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Pleasant Grove & Holmes Development Project Brownfield Plan #80 Amendment No. 1 (6 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)

Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board (NAB)

The Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board is cancelling its June 19 meeting because it falls on a holiday. The agenda contains only procedural items such as roll call, minutes approval, and public comment; no new business or substantive discussions are scheduled.

• June 19 meeting cancelled (holiday conflict)

Police & Fire Retirement System

The Police and Fire Retirement System board will consider five retirement applications from police and fire personnel, including two converting from duty disability. The board will also receive the secretary's report detailing membership changes, four beneficiary deaths, $128,664 in refunds, and $3.5 million in monthly retirement allowances. An update on pending items includes an RFP for actuarial services.

• 5 retirement applications: Kristi Pratl (CCLP), Matt Sehlke, Chad Sims, Thomas Coddington, Timothy Jacobs (IAFF firefighter)
• 4 beneficiary deaths reported, including Mary Case and Judith Miller
• $128,664.19 in refunds since last meeting
• Total monthly retirement checks: $3,500,521.92 for 828 Police & Fire System retirees
• Pending RFP for actuarial services and Northern Trust update

The board adopted the May 13 meeting minutes (6‑0) and approved regular age and service retirements for six members (6‑0). It also approved board members' attendance at the NCPERS Fall Conference (7‑0), excused Trustee Garza from the meeting (7‑0), approved June invoices totaling $18,585.00 (7‑0), and granted Finance Director and Controller read‑only access to retirement statements (7‑0). The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 13 meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Approved regular age and service retirements for six members (6‑0)
• Approved board members' attendance at NCPERS Fall Conference in Las Vegas (7‑0)
• Excused Trustee Garza from the June meeting (7‑0)
• Approved invoices: Northern Trust $14,826.29, VMT Law $3,758.70 (7‑0)
• Approved purchase of intervening military service credit for William Krummell (7‑0)
• Approved read‑only access to retirement statements for Finance Director and Controller (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Employees' Retirement System

The Employees’ Retirement System board will vote on the election results for trustees serving four‑year terms. The meeting will also review retirement payments, disability requests, and upcoming contracts for actuarial services. Additional reports include training updates, legal counsel, and investment performance.

• Election of trustee results – four‑year term
• Requests for regular age & service retirements for two members
• Requests for duty and non‑duty disability benefits
• Review of retirement system invoices and $92,262.44 in refunds issued
• Pending request for proposal for actuarial services

The board approved the election results and declared Darren Kalis the trustee for the term ending June 30, 2029. It also approved several administrative actions, including retirement applications, invoice payments, and finance‑department access to retirement statements. All motions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Joint Official Minutes of May 13, 2025 (6‑0)
• Approved retirement applications for Rick Westerhof and Linda Burch (7‑0)
• Denied non‑duty disability request #2025‑E0617 (7‑0)
• Excused Trustees Dedic, Garza, and O’Leary from the June meeting (7‑0)
• Approved June invoices: Northern Trust $14,355.85; VMT Law $7,678.30 (7‑0)
• Declared Darren Kalis elected trustee for term ending June 30, 2029 (7‑0)
• Approved monthly access to retirement statement accounts for Finance Director and Controller (7‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

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The Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board will vote to approve minutes from its May 20 board and informational meetings. An update on corridor projects is also scheduled, with no specific details provided in the agenda.

• Approval of May 20, 2025 board meeting minutes
• Approval of May 20, 2025 informational meeting minutes
• Update on corridor projects (no details listed)

Committee on Ways and Means

The Committee on Ways and Means will discuss and act on three grant acceptances and one sole source purchase. These items involve funding for cold cases, children's savings, and housing, as well as park equipment.

• Grant acceptance: Detroit Crime Commission award for the Cold Case Unit
• Grant acceptance: Community Economic Development Association of Michigan award for Children's Savings Account Innovation Projects
• Grant acceptance: HOME Investment Partnership Program American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) additional funding
• Sole source purchase: Nationwide Fitness Installation Inc. for MFC Approved Fitness Court at Davis Park

The committee approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. It adopted three resolutions to accept grant awards: the Detroit Crime Commission award for the Cold Case Unit, the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan award for Children’s Savings Account Innovation Projects, and additional HOME‑ARP funding. The committee also placed on file a sole‑source purchase for Nationwide Fitness Installation Inc. to install an NFC‑approved fitness court at Davis Park. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved grant acceptance – Detroit Crime Commission award for Cold Case Unit (3‑0)
• Approved grant acceptance – CEDE Michigan award for Children’s Savings Account Innovation Projects (3‑0)
• Approved grant acceptance – HOME‑ARP additional funding (3‑0)
• Placed on file sole‑source purchase for Nationwide Fitness Installation Inc. fitness court at Davis Park (3‑0)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to review department reports and receive an educational presentation on human trafficking from Det. Brittany Roberts. The meeting includes administrative, legal, and human resources updates, as well as reports from various board committees.

• Educational presentation on human trafficking by Det. Brittany Roberts
• Review of May 2025 Department Reports
• Administrative report from Chief Robert Backus
• Legal update from Chief Deputy City Attorney Lisa Hagen-Lawrence
• Human Resources report from Director Elizabeth O’Leary

The board voted 5‑0 to excuse the absence of Commissioners Farhat and Jones for this meeting. The board also voted 5‑0 to approve the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Excused absence of Commissioners Farhat and Jones approved (5-0)
• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Downtown Lansing Inc. (Principal Shopping District)

The board will meet to adopt the budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. The session includes a review of the Advent House quarterly report and a closed session for the Executive Director's annual review.

• Adoption of FY 2025-2026 Budget
• Advent House Quarterly Report and renewal of support
• Annual Board Member Ethics Training roll call
• Executive Director Annual Review (closed session)

The board unanimously adopted the FY 2026 budget as presented. It also approved a $100,000 allocation for Edgerley to retain a fundraising firm. Additionally, the board approved increased engagement with Advent House, including quarterly in‑person reports. A closed session was scheduled for next month to review Edgerley matters.

• Adopted FY 2026 budget (unanimous)
• Approved up to $100,000 for Edgerley to engage a fundraising firm (unanimous)
• Approved increased Advent House engagement with quarterly board reports (unanimous)
• Scheduled closed session next month to review Edgerley

Board of Public Service

The Board of Public Service will hold a regular meeting on June 12, 2025. Action items include hearing division reports and the director's report. Under unfinished business, the board will discuss an updated draft of the City of Lansing Facility and Street Naming Policy and set budget priorities for fiscal year 2026/2027. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public comment periods.

• Update of the Draft City of Lansing Facility and Street Naming Policy
• Discussion of Board of Public Service budget priorities for FY 26/27
• Election of officers scheduled for July meeting
• Approval of May 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Reports from Administration and Engineering Divisions and the Director of Public Service

The board approved the agenda as submitted and approved the May 8, 2025 board minutes. It also approved moving citizen comments on non‑agenda items to the beginning of the meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda as submitted (motion carried)
• Approved May 8, 2025 board minutes (motion carried)
• Approved moving citizen comments on non‑agenda items to the beginning (motion carried)

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The S. Martin Luther King Jr. Corridor Improvement Authority Board will meet to discuss corridor projects including marketing, community cleanup, and bus shelter art, as well as updates on the Southwest Thrive initiative. The board will also vote on minutes from the previous meeting. Public comment is scheduled.

• Approval of meeting minutes from May 15, 2025
• Update on marketing efforts for the corridor
• Update on community cleanup activities
• Update on bus shelter art project
• Update on Southwest Thrive from P. Anderson

The board approved the May meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The board decided to reschedule the community cleanup event. The meeting was then adjourned by motion.

• Approved May board and informational meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Rescheduled community cleanup (decision made, no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Committee on Development & Planning

The Development & Planning Committee will consider five resolutions: reappointing John Ruge to the Planning Commission, appointing Hillary Kipp to the Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board, appointing Cristina Benton to three economic development boards, and setting public hearings for Brownfield Plan #86 (Novi Properties, 820 W. Miller Rd.) and Brownfield Plan #88 (Michigan Avenue Rehabilitation Project, 603‑607 E. Michigan Ave.). The committee will vote on each resolution.

• Resolution to reappoint John Ruge, 1st Ward member, Planning Commission (term expires June 30, 2029)
• Resolution to appoint Hillary Kipp, resident member, Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board (term expires June 30, 2028)
• Resolution to appoint Cristina Benton, at‑large member, Economic Development Corp/Tax Increment Finance Authority/Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority boards (term expires Feb. 28, 2029)
• Resolution to set a public hearing for Brownfield Plan #86, Novi Properties, 820 W. Miller Rd.
• Resolution to set a public hearing for Brownfield Plan #88, Michigan Avenue Rehabilitation Project, 603‑607 E. Michigan Ave.

The committee approved the amended minutes from April 23, 2025. It reappointed John Ruge to the Planning Commission through June 30, 2029 and appointed Hillary Kipp to the Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board through June 30, 2028. The committee set public hearings for Brownfield Plan #86 and Brownfield Plan #88 on July 14, 2025. All motions carried 3-0.

• Approved amended April 23, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Reappointed John Ruge to Planning Commission, term to 6/30/2029 (3-0)
• Appointed Hillary Kipp to Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority Board, term to 6/30/2028 (3-0)
• Set public hearing July 14, 2025 for Brownfield Plan #86 (3-0)
• Set public hearing July 14, 2025 for Brownfield Plan #88 (3-0)

Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Committee on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will consider resolutions to appoint Sharon Gillison as the 4th Ward member and DeAnna Brown as an At-Large member to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Board, both with terms expiring June 30, 2028.

• Appointment of Sharon Gillison as 4th Ward member, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Board, term to June 30, 2028
• Appointment of DeAnna Brown as At-Large member, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Board, term to June 30, 2028

The committee approved the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting. It approved the appointment of DeAnna Brown as an at‑large member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board, with a term ending June 30, 2028. It also approved the appointment of Sharon Gillison as the 4th Ward member of the same board, with a term ending June 30, 2028.

• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved appointment of DeAnna Brown as at‑large DEI Advisory Board member (2-0)
• Approved appointment of Sharon Gillison as 4th Ward DEI Advisory Board member (2-0)

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The Lansing Board of Fire Commissioners holds its regular monthly meeting. They will discuss logistics updates from Chief Randle and consider adopting Lexipol Policies 611-614. The board also plans to nominate a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Consideration of Lexipol Policies 611-614
• Chair and Vice Chair nominations
• Presentation: Chief Randle on logistics updates
• Communications from D Lawrence (Lids for Kids) and Denice VanLooy
• Approval of May 14th meeting minutes

The board approved the May 15, 2025 meeting minutes without objection. Policies 611‑614 were adopted after a motion and second. Commissioners Gina Nelson and Krishna Singh were excused from the meeting. Nominations for Chair and Vice Chair were postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (without objection)
• Adopted Policies 611‑614 (motion carried)
• Excused Commissioners Nelson and Singh (motion passed)
• Postponed nominations for Chair and Vice Chair to next month

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will discuss and potentially act on an ordinance regarding nuisance abatement. Members will also discuss zoning codes, unregistered vehicle enforcement, and property foreclosures.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 1060, Section 1060.08 to authorize the Code Official to abate nuisances
• Discussion on Zoning Code 1250.02.08 and Michigan Public Health Code
• Discussion on Parking Ordinance enforcement for unregistered vehicles
• Discussion on Make Safe or Demolish (MSD) and Ingham County Tax Foreclosures
• Discussion on the status of the 30 oldest NEAT properties

The Committee on Public Safety unanimously approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting (3‑0). It also unanimously approved an amendment to Chapter 1060, Section 1060.08 authorizing the Code Official to abate nuisances (3‑0). No other motions were decided during the meeting.

• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 1060, Section 1060.08 to authorize Code Official to abate nuisances (3‑0)

Board of Ethics

The Lansing Board of Ethics will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss new business including a statement of financial interests. Unfinished business items include a review of the ethics manual and improving public/employee awareness of the board. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial actions on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from May 13, 2025
• New business: Statement of Financial Interests
• Unfinished business: Ethics Manual Review
• Unfinished business: Public/Employee Awareness of the Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics approved the agenda for the June 10 meeting and approved the minutes from the May 13 meeting. A motion to place a Statement of Financial Interest on file for Ronald Embry was also carried. No other items were tabled or decided.

• Approved agenda as submitted (motion carried)
• Approved May 13 minutes (motion carried)
• Placed Statement of Financial Interest for Ronald Embry on file (motion carried)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to approve minutes from May 12, 2025. The body will also discuss restrictions regarding the demolition and reuse of lots.

• Discussion on restrictions on demolition and reuse of lots

City Council

The Lansing City Council will consider public hearings for new apartment buildings, amendments to rental housing laws, and the acceptance of various grants and operating agreements. The meeting also includes appointments to city boards and a liquor license request.

• Public hearings for 63-unit and 56-unit apartment buildings at 220 E. Kalamazoo St. and 510 Cherry St.
• Setting public hearings to amend rental dwelling insurance and create a tenant relocation fee.
• Liquor license request for Jollof Afro Caribbean Lounge at 221 S. Washington Sq.
• Acceptance of a Detroit Crime Commission award for the Cold Case Unit.
• Acceptance of HOME Investment Partnership Program American Rescue Plan funding.

The council adopted a Juneteenth tribute resolution and approved multiple consent‑agenda items, including board appointments, a liquor license, and a traffic control order. Two noise‑special permit requests were referred to the Committee on City Operations, and an amendment to Chapter 1060.08 was referred to the Committee on Public Safety.

• Adopted Juneteenth tribute resolution (Motion carried)
• Approved Luna Brown appointment to the Board of Ethics (Consent agenda)
• Confirmed reappointment of Ronald Wilson to the Board of Public Service (Consent agenda)
• Approved Class C liquor license for M & S1 LLC at 221 S. Washington Sq. (Consent agenda)
• Approved Traffic Control Order No. 23-30 to install a yield sign at Chadburne Drive and Seaway Drive (Consent agenda)
• Referred Noise Special Permit for 63‑unit project at 220 E. Kalamazoo St. to Committee on City Operations
• Referred Noise Special Permit for 56‑unit project at 510 Cherry St. to Committee on City Operations
• Referred amendment to Chapter 1060.08 to Committee on Public Safety

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The Lansing Economic Development Corp board will consider several actions at its June 6 meeting. Items include approving the FY2025/2026 LEDC budget, approving a budget amendment for FY2024/2025, and authorizing two contracts with the City of Lansing for economic development and a façade program. The board will also receive a financial update and approve the minutes from the June 2 meeting.

• FY2025/2026 City of Lansing Economic Development Contract (action)
• FY2025/2026 City of Lansing Façade Program Contract (action)
• Approval of FY2024/2025 LEDC Budget Amendment (action)
• Approval of FY2025/2026 LEDC Budget (action)
• Financial Update

The board approved the minutes from the June 2 meeting unanimously. It then approved the FY2025/2026 City of Lansing Economic Development Contract and the FY2025/2026 City of Lansing Façade Program Contract, each with five yeas, no nays and one abstention. The FY2024/2025 LEDC Budget Amendment and the FY2025/2026 LEDC Budget were both approved unanimously.

• Approved June 2 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025/2026 City of Lansing Economic Development Contract (5 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)
• Approved FY2025/2026 City of Lansing Façade Program Contract (5 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)
• Approved FY2024/2025 LEDC Budget Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025/2026 LEDC Budget (unanimous)

Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority LBRA

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to approve the FY2025/2026 budget and an amendment to the FY2024/2025 budget. The board will also take action on a brownfield plan for a rehabilitation project.

• Brownfield Plan #88 for 603-607 E. Michigan Ave. Rehabilitation Project
• FY2024/2025 LBRA Budget Amendment
• FY2025/2026 LBRA Budget

The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved the minutes from the May 23 meeting. The board approved the 603‑607 E. Michigan Avenue Redevelopment Project Brownfield Plan #88. It also approved the FY2024/25 budget amendment and the FY2024/25 budget, each by unanimous vote.

• Approved May 23 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 603‑607 E. Michigan Avenue Brownfield Plan #88 (6 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstention)
• Approved FY2024/25 LBRA Budget Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved FY2024/25 LBRA Budget (unanimous)

Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority is meeting to approve a budget amendment for fiscal year 2024/2025. The board will also consider the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025/2026.

• Approval of FY2024/2025 TIFA Budget Amendment
• Approval of FY2025/2026 TIFA Budget

The Lansing Tax Increment Finance Authority approved the meeting minutes from April 4 and May 9, 2025. The board also approved the FY2024/2025 budget amendment and the FY2025/2026 budget. All motions passed unanimously. No other business was taken up.

• Approved April 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY2024/2025 TIFA Budget Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025/2026 TIFA Budget (unanimous)

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The Lansing Park Board will meet to approve minutes from April and May, discuss the Parks 5-Year Master Plan, and review property at 609 N Verlinden.

• Approve April and May 2025 meeting minutes
• Review Parks 5-Year Master Plan
• Review property at 609 N Verlinden

The board unanimously approved the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes after Lenhard moved and Whitfield seconded. They also unanimously approved the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes after Walters moved and Francisco seconded. Additionally, the board unanimously accepted the community input section of the Parks 5-Year Master Plan after Walters moved and Gilmore seconded.

• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted community input section of 5-Year Master Plan (unanimous)

Committee on City Operations

The Committee on City Operations will discuss and vote on reappointing Ronald Wilson to the Board of Public Service and granting a liquor license to Jollof Afro Caribbean Lounge. The committee will also consider a traffic control order for a new yield sign.

• Reappointment of Ronald Wilson to Board of Public Service
• Liquor license for Jollof Afro Caribbean Lounge at 221 S. Washington Square
• Traffic Control Order No. 23-30 for a yield sign on Chadburne Drive at Seaway Drive

The Committee on City Operations approved the May 15, 2025 minutes (2‑0). It reappointed Ronald Wilson as an at‑large member of the Board of Public Service through June 30, 2029 (2‑0). The Committee also approved a Class C liquor license for M & S1 LLC, dba Jollof Afro Caribbean Lounge at 221 S. Washington Square (2‑0) and authorized Traffic Control Order No. 23‑30 to install a yield sign on Chadburne Drive at Seaway Drive (2‑0).

• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Reappointed Ronald Wilson to Board of Public Service (term to 6/30/2029) (2-0)
• Approved Class C liquor license for M & S1 LLC, dba Jollof Afro Caribbean Lounge, 221 S. Washington Square (2-0)
• Approved Traffic Control Order No. 23-30: install yield sign on Chadburne Drive at Seaway Drive (2-0)

Committee on Personnel

The Committee on Personnel will discuss the City Hybrid/Flexible/Remote Policy. The body will also discuss filling vacancies for the Council Appointed Internal Auditor and the Council Legislative Analyst.

• City Hybrid/Flexible/Remote Policy
• Vacancy of Council Appointed Internal Auditor
• Vacancy of Council Legislative Analyst

The Committee on Personnel discussed the city’s hybrid/remote work policy for the Internal Auditor position and considered language changes to the job posting. Members also talked about filling vacancies for the Internal Auditor and Legislative Analyst roles and asked HR to prepare draft language and salary comparisons. No formal approvals or votes were recorded. The Committee agreed to hold its next meeting on June 26, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

• Schedule next Committee meeting for June 26, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. (no vote recorded)

Charter Commission

The Lansing Charter Commission will consider a resolution to place the revised city charter on the November 5, 2025 ballot. The agenda includes discussions of proposed changes to audits, election timing, ward boundaries, and the charter revision question. A final technical review of the proposed charter is also scheduled.

• Resolution to place revised charter on November 5, 2025 ballot
• Discussion of Article 3 Chapter 4 on internal and external audits
• Proposed change to Article 2, Chapter 2 on odd vs. even year elections
• Commissioner Simon proposal on charter revision question wording
• Commissioner Washington proposal on wards

The commission adopted several charter amendments, including moving internal‑auditor language to a new article, changing the auditor’s authority wording, and setting odd‑year election rules. It approved a charter revision question to appear on the ballot every 16 years and restructured the City Council to five wards with four at‑large members, fixing the council size at nine. The revised charter was approved for placement on the November 4 2025 ballot.

• Moved internal auditor language to new Article 7 Chapter 6 (motion carried)
• Amended 7-601.4 to change “shall” to “may” for the internal auditor (motion carried)
• Accepted odd‑year election language for officers (YEA 5, NAY 4)
• Amended 2-410 to place charter revision question on ballot every 16 years (YEA 8, NAY 1)
• Changed City Council structure to five wards and four at‑large members (YEA 5, NAY 4)
• Amended 2-101.1 to set council size at nine members (motion carried)
• Amended 2-101.3 to set at‑large council members at four (YEA 5, NAY 4)
• Approved resolution to place revised charter on the November 4, 2025 ballot (YEA 6, NAY 3)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to conduct business and hold public hearings. The agenda includes a review of a real property sale for Lot 57 in the 1400 block of Turner Street.

• Sale of Real Property: Act-2-2025, Lot 57, 1400 Block Turner Street

The Planning Commission voted to approve Act‑2‑2025, the sale of the vacant Lot 57 parcel on the 1400 block of Turner Street, as recommended by staff. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote (5‑0). The commission also approved the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting without objection.

• Approved sale of Lot 57, 1400 block Turner Street (voice vote 5‑0)
• Approved March 4, 2025 meeting minutes without objection

Lansing Economic Development Corp LEDC

The Lansing Economic Development Corporation board will interview qualified candidates for the President/CEO position and then take action on a candidate selection. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes.

• Interview qualified candidates for President/CEO position
• Candidate selection for President/CEO (ACTION item)
• Approval of May 23, 2025 board meeting minutes
• Open forum for board members and public comment

The board approved the minutes from the May 23, 2025 meeting. Members eliminated Lori Mullins from the President/CEO search and unanimously recommended Kris Klein for the position. The board also approved an annual salary of $120,000 for Mr. Klein. No other business was taken up.

• Approved LEDC board meeting minutes from May 23, 2025 (unanimous)
• Eliminated Lori Mullins from President/CEO consideration (unanimous)
• Recommended Kris Klein as President/CEO (unanimous)
• Approved annual salary of $120,000 for Kris Klein (unanimous)

Arts and Cultural Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will consider adopting a procedure for listing art locations and review pending art proposals. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment opportunities. No specific proposals or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Review of art proposals
• Discussion and possible adoption of Art Location Listing Procedure
• Approval of March meeting minutes
• Statements from citizens on arts-related issues

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the corrected minutes from May 5, 2025. A motion was made and seconded to table the review of the Arts and Cultural Commission by‑laws until the next meeting. No art proposals were submitted and no public statements were made.

• Agenda approved (motion by Mary Toshach, seconded by Alyssa Turcsak)
• May 5 minutes approved with correction (unanimous vote)
• By‑law review tabled until next meeting (motion by Alyssa Turcsak, seconded by Mary Toshach)

Election Commission

The Election Commission is meeting to discuss the August 5, 2025 City Primary. The body will consider precinct consolidations and the approval of items to appear on the ballot.

• Consideration of precinct consolidations for the August 5, 2025 City Primary
• Approval of items on the ballot for the August 5, 2025 City Primary