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** Happy Arbor Day!
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The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.


** East Lansing is Tree City, USA
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In honor of Arbor Day, East Lansing Mayor George Brookover joined the East Lansing Department of Public Works (DPW) and third-graders from Robert L. Green Elementary School to plant a tree this week. The students then received a lesson from East Lansing Arborist Andy Gordon about the importance of trees in an urban environment.

Today, Bud, Branch & Blossom (http://budbranchblossom.com/) will plant a tree at Harrison Meadows Park, 1700 Roxburgh Ave., adjacent to the Northern Tier Trail. Tom Morgan's company is contributing both the tree and labor. Community members are invited to attend the tree planting, which begins at 11 a.m.

The City of East Lansing has a long-standing commitment to urban forestry and has been recognized as a Tree City USA for 37 years by the National Arbor Day Foundation.
Learn more about the City's Urban Forestry Program (https://www.cityofeastlansing.com/274/Urban-Forestry)
Shown left to right are representatives from the Douglas J Aveda Institute, Mrs. Ida Yvonne Pernell and East Lansing Councilmember Mark Meadows.


** Douglas J Aveda Institute, Ida Yvonne Pernell and Pamela Smiadak Honored with 2025 Crystal Awards
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Since 1988, the East Lansing City Council has honored individuals, businesses, organizations and community groups for outstanding contributions to the community, inspiring others and helping to make East Lansing a better place to live, work and do business. Thank you to this year's Crystal Awards Selection Committee: Thasin Sardar, Polly Synk, David Chapin, Nella Davis-Ray and Libby Keenan.

THE 2025 CRYSTAL AWARD WINNERS
Douglas J Aveda Institute is known for its hands-on approach and holistic philosophy, preparing students for successful careers in hair care, skin or massage, while emphasizing environmental responsibility and industry excellence. They frequently partner with local organizations to support the community, providing a variety of free services at these events, including haircuts, make-up applications and chair massages. Last year, Douglas J East Lansing raised more than $2,000 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and provided massages to both attendees and volunteers at the JDRF walk. They also raised over $1,000 for Oliver’s Stones, a charity that helps grieving families obtain a grave marker for a son or daughter aged 15-39 at the time of their passing.

Ida Yvonne Pernell is a pioneer in education who has impacted the lives of hundreds, if not thousands, of East Lansing children and families. While she and her husband Eugene were undergraduate students at Alabama State University, they were active participants in the 1955 Montgomery Bus Boycott. Mrs. Pernell was only the fourth Black teacher hired in the East Lansing Public Schools. As part of her second-grade curriculum, she celebrated Black history and helped children learn about parts of history omitted from the textbooks. Mrs. Pernell helped children develop self-confidence and she supported them in fulfilling their full potential. During her 10 years of service on the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commission of Mid-Michigan, Mrs. Pernell would visit area schools to teach children about the contributions of African Americans to art, civil rights, education, science, inventions, sports and entertainment. Former students and families continue to keep in touch, sharing appreciation for the
kindness and love of learning she instilled in them. Mrs. Pernell’s belief in their potential let them know they could be anything they wanted to be. Her family celebrates her, honors her and look to her for wisdom, guidance, love and support.

Pamela Smiadak: A community organizer and former educator, Mrs. Smiadak's Little Free Library illustrates her love of community and passionate commitment to promoting literacy. Mrs. Smiadak has provided leadership and mentoring to many children and adults. She organized literacy events for students and families at Donley Elementary School, provided tutoring and was always passing along a good book to a colleague. Her passion for literature and reading have served as a model for students, families and friends. Since her retirement, she is constantly updating her Little Free Library, keeping it packed with books, snacks and school supplies. She frequently organizes books around fun themes like Shark Week or the Olympics and around holidays and cultural celebrations like Black History Month, Ramadan, Christmas, Hanukkah and Diwali.
A view of the variety of books available in Mrs. Smiadak's Little Free Library.


** Council Recap: Two Meetings in One Week
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The East Lansing City Council met twice this week --

On Tuesday, April 22, City Council held a regular meeting. View the agenda packet (https://cityofeastlansing.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=8785) for individual agenda item reports, including the Valley Court Park and Connectivity Plan. Watch the meeting via YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9d7a8klwJc) .

On Wednesday, April 23, Council held a special discussion only meeting to conduct interviews with City Attorney candidates. View agenda item report (https://cityofeastlansing.civicweb.net/document/402511/) . The four firms that were interviewed include Keller Thoma (for labor and employment matters); Giarmarco, Mullins and Horton, P.C.; Clark Hill; and Rosati, Schultz, Joppich and Amtsbuechler, P.C. Watch a recording of this meeting (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVz6c-oUBb4) .


** Thousands Expected for Izzo Race on Sunday
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The sixth annual Izzo Race will bring thousands of people to East Lansing and the campus of Michigan State University on Sunday, April 27. The course is new this year and primarily on MSU's campus, starting at the Breslin Center and ending at Spartan Stadium. Motorists are advised of street closures on Bogue Street from approximately 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Parking in downtown East Lansing will be free on the day of the race as it is most Sundays. For a live view of how many parking spaces are available, visit cityofeastlansing.com/liveparking. Additionally, more than a dozen downtown East Lansing businesses will offer special deals and incentives for participants who show their race bib, including Foster Coffee, the Graduate Rock Bar, Beggar's Banquet and more! Check out the full list and register for the race (https://runsignup.com/Race/TheIzzo/Page/SpecialOffers) .
Shown clockwise from top left: Jennifer Brown, Nathaniel Clark, Earl Morrison and Shane Ginnan.


** Meet Police Chief Finalists on Wednesday, April 30
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The City of East Lansing's search for its next Police Chief has narrowed to Jennifer Brown, Nathaniel Clark, Shane Ginnan and Earl Morrison. Community members are invited to attend a public reception from 5:30-7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 30 at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and submit their impressions via a community feedback survey after the event. RSVP to csampson@cityofeastlansing.com (mailto:csampson@cityofeastlansing.com) by 5 p.m. on Monday, April 28. For more information, visit cityofeastlansing.com/ELPDChiefSearch.
Save the Date! East Lansing Art Festival * May 17-18 (https://www.elartfest.com/)
East Lansing Mayor George Brookover and Imam Sohail Chaudhry at the Mayors' Ramadan Unity Dinner on Monday, April 21.


** Mayors' Ramadan Unity Dinner Benefits the Hungry
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East Lansing Mayor George Brookover and Lansing Mayor Andy Schor co-hosted this year's Mayors' Ramadan Unity Dinner on Monday, April 21. The event draws more than 400 people each year and has contributed more than $141,000 to the Greater Lansing Food Bank since it began. This year's featured speaker was Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II.


** Law Day Bookmark Contest Deadline Looms
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In honor of Law Day, the East Lansing 54B District Court is hosting a bookmark design contest for students from kindergarten to 12th grade in East Lansing Public Schools. Students are encouraged to submit designs related to this year's theme, selected by the American Bar Association, which urges pride in a Constitution that bridges differences to bring together a united nation. One winner each will be selected from elementary, middle school and high school. The winning designs will be printed as bookmarks to be used as juror gifts on behalf of 54B District Court judges. Learn more and submit an entry online by 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 27 (https://cityofeastlansing.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2303) .
Judy Wattenberg doing sit-down comedy at last year's Art Walk.


** Seniors Prime Time Seeks Submissions for Art Walk
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The East Lansing Prime Time Seniors Program and Burcham Hills Retirement Community will host an Art Walk, entitled "Dedicated to the Journey of Life" on Wednesday, June 18 at Burcham Hills, 2700 Burcham Drive.

Anybody who would like to submit art for this year's event should fill out this form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebdhX_zoRZ2bg_72SGKzULOQBowPd-yRAm7UG-9DebClsJdw/viewform) by Wednesday, May 14. Art forms can include paintings, drawings, sculptures, fiber arts, performing arts, audio, video and even collections. Art does not have to be made by the submitter, but the original artist’s name should be included when submitting the form. Art will be returned to the owner after the show closes on Sunday, June 22.


** Construction Updates: Getting Around Town
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LAKE LANSING ROAD: A Consumers Energy gas main installation project will begin Monday, April 28. Motorists are advised to expect delays due to lane closures from Coolidge Road to Abbot Road. Work is expected to continue through the end of June.

UPCOMING: The Harrison Road bridge deck project to repair the roadway between Kalamazoo Street and the Kellogg Center will begin the week of May 5. Traffic will be maintained in both directions but reduced to one lane for the duration of the project. The project is expected to be completed by mid-August.

ONGOING: U.S. 127 will have intermittent ramp closures, including the Trowbridge Road entrance ramp to northbound U.S. 127, on Sunday, April 27 to allow crews to install sign covers. The roadway is in its current configuration until mid-June. To stay updated on current closures, visit https://www.Michigan.gov/127Corridor (https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2F127Corridor&data=05%7C02%7Ccsampson%40cityofeastlansing.com%7Ccf23d9667d7c457b884608dd6d2d4122%7C42c2237340d243c6b22f2c6f445fa115%7C0%7C0%7C638786763326366015%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=1NPsItObPKxP68vcgdr9glIz4fvOC2JERKaSkPKQ1cc%3D&reserved=0) .
David Zumberg and Teddy the Goldendoodle at New Style Salon / Red Cedar Barber Shop.


** Supporting Trowbridge Road During Construction
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New Style Salon and Red Cedar Barber Shop, 962 Trowbridge Road
East Lansing native son, David Zumberg, opened his hair salon above the former Goodrich's Shop Rite on Trowbridge Road in 1991. New Style Salon is now on the ground level of the plaza and maintains a steady pace of both new and longtime clients. Stopping in for a visit feels a little bit like an episode of "Cheers" -- where everybody knows your name and they're always glad you came. Over the decades, the salon has grown to feature several popular stylists, including David's sisters, offering a range of services and products. It is also now the longest continuously operated business in the Trowbridge Business Plaza. For an appointment, call (517) 351-4338.

The Red Cedar Barber Shop, owned by Becky McKenzie, is located inside New Style Salon. It has been operated since 1963 and frequented by some pretty famous faces over those years, from Duffy Daugherty to Mark Dantonio. Call (517) 351-1504 for an appointment.

The businesses on Trowbridge Road have felt the pinch of construction over the past year. Let's show support to these local businesses!


** Meetings & Events
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Verify meeting dates, times and locations and view meeting agendas at
cityofeastlansing.civicweb.net/portal (https://cityofeastlansing.civicweb.net/portal/) .

TONIGHT! (Friday, April 25)
* 7 p.m. Opening Night: All-of-us Express Children's Theatre presents "Holes" at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road. Learn more and purchase tickets (https://cityofeastlansing.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2302) .

Saturday, April 26
* 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Recycle Rama, Ingham County Health Department, 5303 S. Cedar St., Lansing. More information here (https://www.cityofeastlansing.com/303/Recycle-Rama) .
* 3 p.m. All-of-us Express Children's Theatre presents "Holes" at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road. Learn more and purchase tickets (https://cityofeastlansing.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2302) .

Sunday, April 27
* 10 a.m. Izzo Run/Walk/Roll 5K, starting at the Breslin Center and ending at Spartan Stadium. Learn more at runsignup.com/Race/MI/EastLansing/TheIzzo.
* 3 p.m. All-of-us Express Children's Theatre presents "Holes" at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road. Learn more and purchase tickets (https://cityofeastlansing.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2302) .
* 5 p.m. Deadline to submit entries for the K-12 Law Day Bookmark Contest.

Monday, April 28
* East Lansing City Hall Elevator Modernization Project Begins. Details here (https://cityofeastlansing.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2310) .
* 5:30 p.m. East Lansing Folk Fest Committee meeting, East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road

Tuesday, April 29
* Noon Building Authority meeting, East Lansing City Hall Conference Room A (second floor), 410 Abbot Road
* 6 p.m. City Council discussion only budget work session meeting, East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road

Wednesday, April 30
* DUE: City income taxes. More information and NEW! file online (https://cityofeastlansing.com/1812/Income-Tax)
* Denim Day, an international campaign to support survivors of sexual violence. City employees, including police officers and EMS workers, may be dressed in denim. Learn more (https://cityofeastlansing.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2313) .
* 5:30-7 p.m. Community Reception to Meet Finalists to be the Next East Lansing Police Chief, East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road. RSVP to attend (mailto:csampson@cityofeastlansing.com?subject=RSVP%20for%20Police%20Chief%20Reception) .

Thursday, May 1
* Noon Downtown Management Board meeting, East Lansing City Hall Conference Room A (second floor), 410 Abbot Road
* 6:30 p.m. Charter Review Committee meeting, East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road
* 6:30 p.m. Housing Commission meeting, East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road

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