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Councilwoman Yorko on city budget

Current State — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:14:20 +0000

The Lansing City Council continued discussions of Mayor Virg Bernero’s proposed 2014 budget yesterday. This time, the council focused on Bernero’s spending plan for the city’s fire department.

Niowave pole barn dispute continues over tax exemption

Current State — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 20:18:55 +0000

In the latest episode of the Niowave pole barn dispute, Monday night the Lansing city council held a public hearing regarding the company’s recent application for a tax break on its property on North Walnut Street.

Lansing city council member Brian Jeffries, chairman of the council’s Planning and Development committee, and Walnut Neighborhood activist Dale Schrader update the situation. Niowave did not respond to our interview request.

Current State #13 | January 30, 2013

Current State — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 23:45:14 +0000

Today on Current State: Lansing City Council President Carol Wood, business start-ups with the NEO Center, serving the local homeless population, and a preview of the BBC's Concert Orchestra performance at the Wharton Center.

EL Council to Address Vacancy

Mark Bashore — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:09:51 +0000

East Lansing officials will begin moving toward filling a vacancy on the city council tonight.

EL's Power Resigns from City Council

Mark Bashore — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 22:23:55 +0000

The East Lansing City Council is down one member after Wednesday's unexpected resignation of first-term member Don Power.

Lansing Councilwoman Jody Washington Speaks About Her Roller Coaster Term

Mark Bashore — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Six months ago, political newcomer Jody Washington became Lansing’s First Ward representative on the city council. Washington calls her tenure so far a 'roller coaster' and explains why she's disappointed.

Lansing Council Member Blasts Bernero Over Comment

Mark Bashore — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 22:31:18 +0000

First term Lansing City Council member Jody Washington has upbraided Mayor Virg Bernero, alleging he referred to her as "Eric Hewitt in drag."