Mayor Schor Names Beacon Park in Southwest Lansing

 Mayor Andy Schor has issued an Executive Order to establish and officially name Beacon Park in southwest Lansing. The park will feature a new playground and walking trail in addition to the recently completed southwest Beacon Soccer Field.&n...

Walking Wednesdays to Kick-Off Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Mayor Andy Schor Welcomes New City Treasurer

(LANSING) — Mayor Andy Schor today announced his appointment of Judy Kehler to serve as Lansing’s next Treasurer and Income Tax Administrator. Kehler will begin her role as Treasurer on April 22, 2019. 

“Judy Kehler i...

Mayor Schor Announces Interfaith Advisory Council

(LANSING) – Mayor Andy Schor today announced that he has formally established the Mayor’s Interfaith Advisory Council. The council will offer their collective wisdom in areas that impact the quality of life for Lansing residents. They ...

Mayor Andy Schor Presents Second Executive Budget Recommendation to City Council

City of Lansing Leads the State of Michigan in Renewable Energy Efforts

(LANSING) – Mayor Andy Schor today announced he will propose to make the City of Lansing the first city in the State of Michigan to power all of its government buildings using energy from 100 percent renewable sources. The Lansing Board of Water...

Mayor Andy Schor Encourages Local Employers to Hire Returning Citizens

(LANSING) — Today, Mayor Andy Schor hosted an Employer Breakfast at The View to present information on the hiring of returning citizens – those returning to the community after a period of incarceration. Over 20 employers attended the event. 

“Hir...

Statement from Mayor Schor on Racial Diversity and Sensitivity in the City of Lansing Government

As Mayor of the City of Lansing, I am committed to continuing to work toward racial equity. We must all work together to ensure that no one is left behind or treated differently based upon race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other ...

City of Lansing Unveils Accessibility Improvements to City Television and City Council Chambers

(LANSING)– Mayor Andy Schor today highlighted over $100,000 in new investments to increase accessibility to Lansing City Council meetings, as well as other videos and shows produced by the Lansing Public Media Center. The improvements for Counci...

Red Cedar Development Project Takes Significant Next Step

(LANSING, Mich.) – This morning, Mayor Andy Schor announced that the Red Cedar development has taken its next step toward being finalized. Schor announced that the Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority unanimously approved a Brownfield Plan...

Mayor Schor Celebrates Partnership and Progress in Baker Neighborhood

(LANSING) — Mayor Andy Schor today joined neighbors and community partners to celebrate progress in Lansing's Baker Neighborhood. The City of Lansing’s Department of Neighborhoods + Citizen Engagement works with neighborhoods across La...

Mayor Andy Schor Delivers State of the City 2019 Speech

For more information on Mayor Schor's 2019 State of the City speech, go to lansingmi.gov/sotc2019

Snow Emergency to be Lifted at Midnight on Thursday January 31, 2019

 (LANSING) — Mayor Andy Schor announces that the Snow Emergency will be lifted at midnight on Thursday, January 31, 2019. City Hall, 54-A District Court and city facilities will open for regular business hours Friday, February...

Snow Emergency Remains in Effect

(LANSING)— Due to the continued extreme winter weather, the City of Lansing Snow Emergency remains in effect. City Hall, 54-A District Court and city facilities will remain closed on Thursday, January 31, 2019. All City of Lansing sponsored events and mee...

Snow Emergency Travel Restrictions Back in Effect Wednesday, City of Lansing Closed Due to Weather

(LANSING)— Due to the predicted extreme weather, Mayor Andy Schor has reinstated travel restrictions for the City of Lansing starting at 12:01 a.m., on Wednesday, January 30, 2019. City Hall, 54-A District Court and city facilities will be close...

CART Collections to be Delayed Starting Wednesday, January 30, 2019

(LANSING) – Due to the extreme cold temperatures predicted for tomorrow, Capital Area Recycling and Trash (CART) collections will be delayed by one day starting Wednesday, January 30, 2019. The delay will help minimize city staff and residents&a...

Mayor Andy Schor Amends Snow Emergency Declaration

(LANSING) – Mayor Andy Schor amends Snow Emergency Declaration to lift travel restrictions beginning on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at 6:00 a.m. On-street parking on unplowed streets remains prohibited until the declaration is lifted to ensure saf...

Warming Centers Available in the City of Lansing

Click here for an up-to-date list of warming centers. 

We urge residents to not leave their homes to go out into the cold, unless necessary. These warming centers are for those that absolutely need to be there.

Updates will be made to the list as n...

Mayor Andy Schor Declares Snow Emergency

(LANSING)— Mayor Andy Schor has declared a Snow Emergency for the City of Lansing beginning Monday, January 28, 2019, at 8:30 a.m. City Hall, 54-A District Court and other city facilities are closed. All city events and meetings are cancelled. 

“W...

Mayor Andy Schor Closes Operations due to Predicted Extreme Winter Weather

(LANSING)— Due to the predicted extreme winter weather, City Hall, 54-A District Court and city facilities will be closed on January 28, 2019. All City of Lansing sponsored events or meetings are cancelled.

“Safety is always our number ...

City of Lansing is Prepared for Forecasted Winter Weather

(LANSING) – The City of Lansing is prepared for the forecasted extreme winter weather. The National Weather Service has forecasted a significant winter storm for a large portion of Michigan, including Lansing. Snow accumulations will start after...

Mayor's Executive Order Renames Lansing's Riverfront Improvement Project "Rotary Park"

A major initiative driven by city, community and business leaders to revitalize Lansing's downtown riverfront took another step forward today as Mayor Andy Schor signed an executive order naming park space along the Grand River “Rotary Park."

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Statement from Mayor Schor Regarding Conversion of One-Way Streets to Two-Way Streets Downtown

City of Lansing Introduces $140,000 in First Impressions Program Grants

Mayor Andy Schor Welcomes New Fire Chief to the Lansing Fire Department

Pablo's Mexican Restaurant Plans to Open in REO Town

Outdoor Ice-Skating Rink to Open in Washington Park

The City of Lansing today announced that they will be opening a new ice-skating rink at Washington Park (2516 S. Washington Avenue).

The ice-skating rink is an open-air area with boards, that will be flooded and can be used to skate on when the weather is ...

Statement from Mayor Andy Schor

“We had a very busy first year in office and I am so proud of our accomplishments. 2019 will be as exciting as 2018, and I am looking forward to what’s next. Please join me and my team at the State of the City on Wednesday, February 6th, at Riverwalk Thea...

Lansing Fire Department Achieves ISO Public Protection Classification of Class 2

Mayor Andy Schor, Chief Dave Purchase and the Lansing Fire Department are proud to announce the City of Lansing has completed its Public Protection Classification (PPC) evaluation by Insurance Services Office, Inc. and effective April 1, 2019, the City of...

Groesbeck Golf Course Succeeds with LEPFA's Management

Mayor Schor Announces “Paving the Way” Research and Documentation Project

Mayor's First Annual Coat Drive Kicks-off Saturday, December 1st

Participatory Budget Nights to Begin November 13

Mayor Schor Announces Redevelopment of Vacant Southside Property

City of Lansing has Filed a Complaint Regarding Medical Marihuana Provisioning Center Rules

City of Lansing Trick-or-Treating Set for October 31 from 6-8PM

Statement from Mayor Andy Schor Regarding Electric Scooters in Lansing

Code Inspection Reports Complete at Each Multi-Family Lansing Housing Commission Property

Mayor Andy Schor today announced that the City of Lansing’s Code Enforcement team has completed their inspections at all of the Lansing Housing Commission (LHC) multi-family properties. Earlier this year, LaRoy Froh and South Washington Park ins...

Former Waverly Golf Course Property Sold for $2.2 Million

 Mayor Andy Schor today announced the closing of the sale of the former Waverly Golf Course and Michigan Avenue Park for $2.2 million. The 120.46± acre property is located in Lansing Township on the southeast quadrant of the Saginaw St...

Mayor Schor Announces the Launch of Serve Lansing

Statement from Mayor Andy Schor Regarding Lansing Housing Commission's Announcement

Mayor Schor Appoints Loria Hall to the Lansing Housing Commission Board

Mayor Schor Announces eBay’s Retail Revival Program Application Deadline Extended

Mayor Andy Schor Announces RFI for the Reuse and Reactivation of the Lansing City Market Property

Mayor Andy Schor today announced that the Request for Information (RFI) for developed proposal ideas for reactivation of what is currently the Lansing City Market property is now available. Mayor Schor’s team is requesting proposals that include financing...

Code Inspection Reports Complete at Lansing Housing Commission Properties

Envision the Future at “Imagine the Avenue”

(LANSING) - Between Monday, August 6th and Saturday, August 11th, the 2000 block of Michigan Avenue will come alive for “Imagine the Avenue,” a popup event, hosted by the City of Lansing, exhibiting temporary, in-place street design ch...

Turner-Dodge House Copper Beech Tree Removal

Mayor Schor Establishes Art and Culture Commission and Announces Members

(LANSING) – Mayor Andy Schor has issued his third Executive Order to establish and create the Mayor’s Art and Culture Commission that will provide expertise, resources and support of arts and culture throughout the city.

“Lans...

Mayor Andy Schor Joins City Leaders from Around the World in Second Class of Leadership Initiative

City of Lansing Celebrates 5 Years of Financial Empowerment

LANSING –Mayor Schor today hosted a celebration of the 5th birthday of the Office of Financial Empowerment (OFE) with a breakfast at The View in Cooley Law School Stadium, sponsored by Fifth Third Bank. The event featured guest speaker Jonathan ...

Mayor Schor Appoints Don Sober to the Lansing Housing Commission Board

Lansing's New Citizen's Academy to Begin this Fall

City Market Public Conversation Set

Capital City Midnight Basketball Program

(LANSING) – Mayor Andy Schor is happy to announce the successful launch of Capitol City Midnight Basketball, which occurred on Friday, June 22^nd and 23^rd  at the Alfreda Schmidt Southside Community Center. This initiative is de...

City Market Land to be Sent to Ballot for Sale Consideration

(LANSING) – Mayor Andy Schor announced today that he is putting all options on the table for the future use of the property where the current Lansing City Market resides. One option will include sale of the land and building so that a private en...

Mayor Schor Announces Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Council Members

City of Lansing Fireworks Ordinance and Safety Tips

Fire Investigation at LaRoy Froh

Mayor Andy Schor Presents Six-Month Report

Ellison Brewery to Open in Reo Town this Winter

Lansing, MI – Mayor Andy Schor today announces that Ellison Brewery has plans to open in REO Town later this year. The brewery will be moving into the QD building located at 1314 S. Washington Ave. Rich with history, the building turned 100 year...

Cooling Centers Activated in the Lansing Area

Cooling centers across the Lansing area have been activated to provide residents with a place to go to escape the hot weather. Free rides to Cooling Centers are available for residents with a physical and financial need through CATA, EATRAN, and Clinton A...

54-A District Court Celebrates 50th Anniversary

22nd Annual Mayor's Family Riverwalk Set for Saturday, June 9th

Statement from Mayor Andy Schor Regarding Lansing House Fire

Mayor Schor Names Lansing Fire Department Interim Chief

(LANSING) – Mayor Andy Schor announces today that he has appointed David J. Purchase as Interim Fire Chief for the Lansing Fire Department. Purchase will begin in this role on July 1, 2018. Chief Randall Talifarro, who serves as joint Chief of L...

Mayor Schor to Host Baseballapalooza as Part of Baseball’s “Play Ball Summer”

The U.S. Conference of Mayors is supporting Major League Baseball, Minor League Baseball, USA Baseball and USA Softball’s initiative to provide play

opportunities to youth in communities across America & Puerto Rico City

LANSING – Ma...

National Dam Safety Awareness Day

 (LANSING) – In honor of National Dam Safety Awareness Day, 2018, the City of Lansing’s Office of Emergency Management will join with the Association of State Dam Safety Organizations (ASDSO) to emphasize the danger of low hea...

2018 Memorial Day Ceremonies in Lansing

(LANSING) – The City of Lansing will honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty with two ceremonies on Saturday, May 26th. Mayor Andy Schor will give remarks at both events.

“I have attended the City of Lansing...

Pine Street Reopened

Infrastructure Improvements Remain a Top Priority for Mayor Andy Schor

(LANSING) – The City of Lansing Public Service Department announces that the Pine Street resurfacing project has been completed ahead of schedule.

“I am thrilled that...

Mayor Andy Schor’s Budget Approved by City Council

Mayor Andy Schor’s Budget Approved by City Council

FY 2019 Budget Includes Plans to Strengthen Neighborhoods, Invest in Infrastructure and Enhance City Efficiencies

(LANSING) – Mayor Andy Schor’s first executive budget, encompa...

Lansing Mayor Andy Schor Selected as One of Nation’s Top Pro-Growth Progressive Leaders

Washington, D.C. - Today, Lansing Mayor Andy Shor was selected as one of nine leaders from across the country to join the NewDEAL (Developing Exceptional American Leaders), a selective national network of state and local leaders led by Honorary Co-Chairs ...

Lansing Fire Chief Randy Talifarro to Resign

(LANSING) – The City of Lansing and East Lansing announce that Fire Chief Randy Talifarro will resign from his position as Lansing Fire Chief effective July 1st, 2018, but will continue to serve as the City of East Lansing Fire Chief. Lansing an...

Pine Street to be Resurfaced

(LANSING) – The City of Lansing Public Service Department announces that Pine Street surface reconstruction will begin on Monday, May 14th. The project is expected to be completed by May 25th.“Pine Street is desperately in need of repa...

Lansing Promise Capital City Classic is Saturday, May 12th

(LANSING) – The first-ever Lansing Promise Capital City Classic Baseball Tournament will be held this Saturday, May 12th at Cooley Law School Stadium in downtown Lansing. Eastern, Everett, Lansing Catholic and Sexton High School will compete in a four-gam...

Grant Funding Awarded to Lansing by HUD

Lansing is receiving the following grants from the Michigan/U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): 

Community Development Block Grant of $2,006,536

A HOME Grant of $794,822

Emergency Solutions Grant of $167,605

Thes...

Adado Riverfront Park Re-Visioning Phase One Complete

Adado Riverfront Park Re-Visioning Phase One Complete

Groundwork Completed for New Permanent Stage

Lansing, Michigan – More than four years in the making, the Adado Riverfront Park stage project has completed phase one. The proje...

Mayor Andy Schor Delivers State of the City 2019 Speech

Click to read Mayor Andy Schor's State of the City speech for 2019.

Mayor Schor's 2019 State of the City Speech Highlights

Mayor Schor gave his 2019 State of the City speech. Click to read the overview of the speech!

2019 Lansing Public Safety Youth Leadership Academy