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East Lansing At A Glance
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City Hosts 2008 Community Photo Contest
homepage - In an effort to add a splash of creativity to the City of East Lansing’s 2009 Community Calendar & 2008 Annual Report, the City of East Lansing is hosting a 2008 Community Photo Contest: “The Essence of East Lansing.” Learn more.

Abbot/Chandler Road Project Press Conference
homepage - The City of East Lansing held a press conference and ribbon cutting on July 17 at 11 a.m. at Abbot Road Park to commemorate the early completion of the Abbot/Chandler Road project. Click above for details.

Hagadorn Road Lane Closures to Take Place July 18 - North and southbound traffic will be reduced to one lane on a section of Hagadorn Road on Friday, July 18 from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. in order to remove a tree at the northeast corner of Hagadorn Road and Ann Street.

New Search Engine Makes Noise at the Library - The East Lansing Public Library (ELPL) announces the introduction of new, state-of-the-art search technology that will make finding what the library has to offer easier and more engaging than ever before.

Aug. 5 Election Information - Click here to view information, including sample ballots, candidates and proposals for the Tuesday, Aug. 5 Primary Election.

City Manager's Blog - City Manager Ted Staton publishes periodic Web logs. See his most recent blog, "Ann Arbor considering approval of a 26-Story Building" (updated 6/30/08). [View Archives]

City Center II - East Lansing City Council approved the application from CADA Investment Group, L.L.C., for the site plan and special use permit for the mixed-use development known as City Center II at its Tuesday, June 17 regular meeting. The site plan is subject to 28 conditions

- DRAFT Development Agreement (City of East Lansing and CADA Investment Group)
- Findings of Fact
- Tax Increment Finance Plans
- Plans for Theater Space Announced
- Public Meeting Calendar

Strathmore Announces Major City Center II Tenant - Strathmore Development Company announced yesterday, July 15 an additional major tenant committing to the City Center II project, scheduled to begin construction in late 2008.

2008 Project Pride Collects Record Amount of Recyclables - The May 31 Project Pride event resulted in the collection of 49 tons of material, of which 85 percent was recycled or reused. Click above to learn more.

DDA Tax Increment Financing and Development Plan - A Public Hearing will be held before City Council on Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, 101 Linden Street, to consider adoption of Ordinance No. 1197 amending the DDA's TIF Plan #2.

Orange Barrel Alerts - June, July - Check out the latest updates on road/sidewalk construction in the City of East Lansing.

Abbot/Chandler Road Reopens Early - The Abbot/Chandler Road reconstruction project has been completed. All lanes have reopened to northbound and southbound traffic. Intermittent closures may take place throughout the next month for wrap-up work.

ELHCC to Undergo Renovations - The swimming pool and locker/shower facilities at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center will be closed in preparation for exciting renovations this summer. The new-and-improved facilities are anticipated to reopen the week after Labor Day weekend.

New! Summer '08 Activity Guide - Take a look at the variety of aquatics, arts, dance, enrichment, fitness, youth classes and camps offered to community members of all ages this summer with the New! Summer '08 Activity Guide.

2008 Cedar Fest Information - A list of individuals who have been arrested and arraigned can be viewed, as well as a place to share tips, photos and/or footage from the riot. New sentencing information is also available.

2008 Emerging Leaders Program - The Emerging Leaders Program, a 10-week course in civic engagement, is designed to cultivate tomorrow's leaders today. Registration is open for Fall 2008. To request an application packet, please e-mail mmckenn@cityofeastlansing.com.

Mid-Michigan Regional Cost Comparison - This analysis provides a comparison of the costs associated with residing in various municipalities in the mid-Michigan area.

City Of East Lansing Web Policy Accuracy Statement - Click above to read the City's Web Information Accuracy Policy and Web Policy.

 Public Information 
Rental License Moratorium Around Avondale Square Project - City Council passed an 18 month rental license moratorium (effective Nov. 20) for the area surrounding the Avondale Square Project. During the moratorium staff will review tools to stabilize the neighborhood and encourage home ownership. View map.

Hold on to Your Home - To find help in preventing the foreclosure of your home call 211 or visit www.holdontoyourhome.org.

Big Picture - Comprehensive Plan for Our Future - Following five years of extensive research, community surveying and goal setting, the East Lansing Comprehensive Plan Team has rolled out the newly adopted Big Picture Comprehensive Plan for our Future. Click above to learn more.

 East Lansing Public Schools 
East Lansing Public Schools - website

ELHS Ranks Among Top Public Schools in the Nation - A recent U.S. News and World Report study places East Lansing High School among the top 3 percent of public schools in the nation.

 Government Links 
State of Michigan - www.michigan.gov

Ingham County - www.ingham.org

Clinton County - www.clinton-county.org

 Mission Statement 
- Quality Services for a Quality Community.

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 Around Town 
DDR Tournament at the East Lansing Public Library - A DDR (Dance Dance Revolution) Tournament is being held at the East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, on Monday, July 21 from 3-5 p.m. for those in middle school and from 7-9 p.m. for those in high school. This is a free event and no registration is necessary.

Summer Concert Series
RightContent - The Summer Concert Series offers a summer packed full of FREE concerts in downtown East Lansing every Friday and Saturday night.
- Fridays @ Fountain Square (Friday, July 18): Kathleen & the Blues Junkies
- Saturdays @ Ann Street Plaza (Saturday, July 19): Jen Sygit (pictured above) & Spare Change

Play in the Park - Play in the Park, an interactive children's entertainment series, presents "Joel Tacey's Amazing Juggling" on Tuesday, July 22 at 7 p.m. in Valley Court Park. It's free.

Moonlight Film Festival to Feature "I Am Legend" - One of Will Smith's most recent blockbusters,"I am Legend," will make its debut at the Moonlight Film Festival on Thursday, July 24 at 9:30 p.m. in Valley Court Park.

Enjoy live folk and bluegrass music with Bates & Foote prior to the show, beginning at 8:30 p.m.

East Lansing to Celebrate National Night Out - A family-friendly safety carnival will be held at East Lansing's Patriarche Park on Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. in celebration of National Night Out. The event is sponsored by Target. Learn more about National Night Out at www.nationaltownwatch.org/nno/.

More details about this free, fun event are soon to come. Check back soon.

Ingham County Triad Senior Prom - The 3rd Annual Senior Prom, hosted by Ingham County Triad and Elder Law of Michigan, will be held at the East Lansing Marriott July 25 from 5:30-9 p.m. Enjoy dinner and dancing as well as photo packages. Tickets are $10. For tickets call (517)372-0593.

Public Art Gallery Showcases Photographer Bob Chaphalkar - The East Lansing Public Art Gallery presents photographer Bob Chaphalkar in an exhibit entitled "Village Life in India," July 12-30, at the E.L. Hannah Community Center. He will take visitors on a photographic journey of village life in India. Learn more.

Walk to Cure Diabetes at MSU - The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation's Walk to Cure Diabetes will be held at MSU on Aug. 2 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Learn more about the walk and how you can get involved at www.jdrf.org or contact Deb Wallace at 248-355-1133 or dwallace@jdrf.org.

East Lansing Public Library July Calendar - Check out July events, programs and activities held at the East Lansing Public Library.

East Lansing Pumpkin Trot 5K Run/Walk - East Lansing Police officers will host the East Lansing Pumpkin Trot on Sunday, Oct. 19 at 10 a.m. Proceeds benefit the Heuga Center which is a non-profit organization that assists MS patients. Download Application

(SCENE) Metrospace Unveils Latest Exhibit - (SCENE) Metrospace will showcase its latest exhibit, "Epicenter," June 27-Aug. 17, featuring new works by 17 artists from the Greater Lansing area. Visit www.scenemetrospace.com.

Kiwanis ChickArama BBQ - The 51st annual Kiwanis BBQ will take place on Thursday, July 17 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Patriache Park. Chcken dinners are $10 for adults and $5 for children. A special car show will take place as part of the outdoor event too.

July Events Calendar for Prime Time Seniors' Program - Check out programs and activities offered at the Primte Time Seniors' Program this July.

Public Events Calendar for E.L. Hannah Community Center - Click above to learn about the events taking place at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road.

OBOC Offers Summer Reading Option to Book Lovers - Looking for a good read this summer? The community is encouraged to read the 2008 One Book, One Community selection, “They Poured Fire on Us from the Sky,” co-authored by Benson Deng, Alephonsion Deng and Benjamin Ajak. Meet one of the authors, Benjamin Ajak, as he kicks off the month-long program on Aug. 20. Visit www.onebook.msu.edu.

MSU Construction & Detours - Learn more about construction projects and detours on the MSU campus at www.construction.msu.edu/.

 This Week in the City 
July 15 City Council Meeting - Meeting, 7:30 p.m. - Courtroom 2, 54B District Court, 101 Linden St.

July 16 Library Board of Trustees - Meeting, 4:30 p.m. - Library Conference Room, 950 Abbot Road.

July 16 Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission - Meeting, 7 p.m. - E. L. Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Rd.

July 16 East Lansing--Meridian Water & Sewer Authority Annual Meeting - Meeting, 7:30 a.m. - Water Authority Conference Room, 2470 Burcham Dr.

July 17 Commission on Housing - Meeting, 7 p.m. - Court Room 2, 54B District Court, 101 Linden St.

 
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