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City Manager
The City Manager is the chief administrative officer for the City of East Lansing. Major responsibilities include oversight of preparation of the annual budget and long-range financial planning, supervision of all City departments, coordination and development of programs and services and the implementation of City Council's strategic priorities and policy decisions. The City Manager reports to and is appointed by the City Council under the Council-Manager form of government.
Featured News
- Statement Denouncing Racism, Injustice and Discrimination in All Forms - Following the murder of George Floyd, East Lansing City Manager George Lahanas issued a statement denouncing racism, injustice and discrimination in all forms and committing to dismantling the systemic inequalities in City government. The full statement can be read here.
- Legislative Update - a summary of current legislative issues facing local government.
- Banner Reservations (PDF) - The City works with local organizations to promote upcoming events in East Lansing by placing banners in one of two highly visible locations.
- Administrative Order of the City Manager Establishing FOIA Policies and Procedures (PDF) - View the East Lansing City Manager's administrative order establishing procedures regarding FOIA requests and appeals.
- East Lansing City Manager Provides Requested Report to East Lansing City Council - East Lansing City Manager George Lahanas has provided a requested report to the East Lansing City Council regarding the sale of 6.4 acres of land located at the intersection of Merritt and Lake Lansing roads.
- City Attorney Contract (PDF) - View the City of East Lansing's current contract for legal services with Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C.