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    City of East Lansing Announces Guidelines for Proposed 5G Small Cell Facility Installations

    In response to concerns from residents and with the approval of East Lansing City Council, the City of East Lansing has approved a set of guidelines for small cell wireless facilities in the City’s right-of-way. Read on...
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    New Downtown Rotating Art Display Shows Local Artwork from REACH Studio Art Center

    Community members are invited to visit downtown East Lansing to view the latest rotating art display, featuring images in collaboration with REACH Studio Art Center. Read on...
  3. Holiday Food Drive Donate December 1-15, 2023 on a brown paper bag with food peeking out of the top

    ELPRA to Host Holiday Food Drive to Benefit the Greater Lansing Food Bank Dec. 1-15

    The East Lansing Department of Parks, Recreation and Arts (ELPRA) is hosting a holiday food drive to benefit the Greater Lansing Food Bank this season. Read on...
  4. Housing Commission vacancies

    Housing Commission Seeks Applicants to Fill Two Vacancies

    The City of East Lansing is seeking applicants to fill two vacancies on the Housing Commission. One position is to fill an immediate vacancy and the other will begin in January 2024. Read on...
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    All-of-us Express Children’s Theatre to Present “A Christmas Carol” in December

    All-of-us Express Children’s Theatre is pleased to present “A Christmas Carol” in December. The production will be performed by area youth, aged 12-18. Read on...
  6. A fleet of police vehicles under a pink sunrise with the ELPD logo in the lower right corner

    ELPD Investigating Home Invasion/Armed Robbery; Suspects Located

    The East Lansing Police Department (ELPD) responded to a call regarding a home invasion/armed robbery at 10:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 21 at a residence on Center Street. Read on...
  7. East Lansing Winter Fest inside a snowglobe

    Winter Fest is Coming Saturday, Dec. 9

    East Lansing’s Winter Fest will take place on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center (ELHCC), 819 Abbot Road. Read on...
  8. Call for applications to the Downtown Management Board

    Downtown Management Board Seeks Applicants to Fill Two Vacancies

    The City of East Lansing is seeking applicants to fill two vacancies on the Downtown Management Board (DMB). One position is to fill an immediate vacancy and the other will begin in January 2024. Read on...
  9. A large white dog with black & brown fur stares at the camera from a grassy field

    Northern Tail Dog Park Closing Soon for the 2023–2024 Winter Season

    Community members and their dogs are advised that the City of East Lansing’s Northern Tail Dog Park, 6400 Abbot Road will close for the winter season on Thursday, Nov. 30. The park will re-open again in the spring. Read on...
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    Applications Now Open for FY 2025 Community Development Block Grants

    The City of East Lansing is now accepting applications for its Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program funding. The deadline to apply is December 15, 2023 at 5 p.m. Read on...
  11. Press Release

    East Lansing City Council Accepts Report in Independent Review of Anonymous Complaint

    At a special meeting held on Thursday, Nov. 2, the East Lansing City Council voted to approve the following statement: Read on...
  12. Brigadier General Scott House with his wife, daughter and two sons

    DPW Director Scott E. House Promoted to Brigadier General in Michigan National Guard

    The City of East Lansing congratulates Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Scott E. House on his promotion to Brigadier General with the Michigan National Guard. Read on...
  13. 2023 Statewide Water Taste-off Finalists beside a tall glass of water

    East Lansing-Meridian Water and Sewer Authority Honored in Statewide Competition

    The East Lansing-Meridian Water and Sewer Authority (ELMWSA) was honored to compete for the prize of best-tasting water in the state of Michigan at the Michigan Section of the American Water Works Association’s Annual Conference in Port Huron on Sept. 13. Read on...
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    Community Photo Contest Winners Announced, Will be Featured in Public Art Gallery Exhibit

    The City of East Lansing is pleased to announce the winners of the 2023 East Lansing Community Photo Contest. First Place was won by Amanda Shaffer for her photo “Valley Court Stairs.” Read on...
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    City of East Lansing Working with Law Enforcement to Investigate Cybercrime

    The City of East Lansing is working with state and federal law enforcement agencies to recover funds and hold responsible the criminal(s) involved in a cybercrime against the City. Read on...
  16. Round Up for Scholarships: Adult, Youth and Family Scholarships are available now!

    Round Up Scholarships Remove Barriers to Participation for Community Members

    The East Lansing Department of Parks, Recreation & Arts (ELPRA) launched Round Up for Scholarships at the end of last year to remove the barriers that prevent community members from fully participating in ELPRA offerings. Read on...
  17. Dialog: A Newsletter for East Lansing residents with a photo of trick-or-treaters on Grand River Ave

    Dialog October 2023

    The Fall issue of the City's residential newsletter, Dialog, has now arrived in local mailboxes. Extra paper copies of the Dialog can be found in the vestibules at City facilities, beginning Monday, Oct. 9. Read on...
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    Robert Belleman Begins Job as New East Lansing City Manager

    On Monday, Sept. 25, Robert Belleman began his position as the City of East Lansing’s new City Manager. He takes over from Interim City Manager Randy Talifarro who has served in the role since February. Read on...
  19. Report a Minor Crime

    ELPD Announces New Online Form for Community Members to Report Minor Crimes

    The East Lansing Police Department (ELPD) is pleased to announce that community members now have an option for reporting minor crimes online. Read on...
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    Property Owner Assistance Program for Basement Backup Protection

    Learn about the City's Property Owner Assistance Program for Basement Backup Protection. Read on...
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