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Business, Labor Organizations Endorsed Candidates in Lansing City Charter Commission Races Notch Election Night Victories | |
As the May 7th elections for the Lansing Charter Commission conclude, the city’s organized labor and business communities are excited to announce resounding victories for their endorsed slate of candidates. Of the nine candidates endorsed, six were successful on election night. | |
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“The people have spoken loud and clear in the Lansing City Charter Commission campaign,” said Steve Japinga, Senior Vice President at the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, “This is a very strong group of diverse individuals that will be serving in this capacity. We appreciate that Lansing voters agreed that these forward-thinking candidates that we endorsed have the leadership qualities they believe we serve the city best on this City Charter Commission.”
The six endorsed candidates who won are the following:
- Joan Bauer, former member of the Lansing City Council and state representative
- Elizabeth Driscoll Boyd, former Communications Director for Governor Jennifer Granholm
- Ben Dowd, Associate Director, Community Economic Development Association of Michigan, Chair of Lansing Pride
- Brian Jeffries, former member of the Lansing City Council and Ingham County Commission
- Guillermo Lopez, Board of Education Trustee for the Lansing School District
- Muhammad Qawwee, President of UAW Local 4911
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Lansing City Charter Commission Refresh + Next Steps | |
What:
The Lansing City Charter Commission is tasked with reviewing and potentially revising the city's charter, a foundational document outlining its by-laws and operational guidelines.
Why it matters for the business community:
It is essential for the business community to be actively involved in this process. Ensuring the election of candidates who align that will advocate for a government that works for everyone and ensures continued economic growth is incredibly important to the future of the city of Lansing.
Next Steps
The Commission’s first meeting, as planned, is Tuesday, May 21, 2024. The Commission has a three-year timeline as well as three opportunities to obtain approval for a new Charter from Lansing voters.
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Lansing Regional Chamber-Political Action Committee Announces 2nd Round of Bipartisan Endorsements | |
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) has proudly announced its second round of endorsements for the 2024 election cycle. With a focus on countywide public safety seats, county board of commissioners, township board of trustees, and State House, the LRC-PAC underscores its commitment to supporting candidates who prioritize economic growth, job creation, and fiscal responsibility.
Kevin Shaw, Chair of the LRC-PAC Board of Directors, emphasized the significance of this election, stating, “The November election will be critical to our region’s future growth and economic viability. It is incredibly important to ensure that we are endorsing candidates who will work side-by-side with the business community in meeting priorities that support advancing economic growth, job creation, and fiscal responsibility.”
The full list of endorsements is available below. A third round of endorsements focusing on both open and incumbent seats is forthcoming.
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Local Issues for May 7, 2024 Election | |
Passed East Lansing Public Schools (Clinton, Ingham)
- School Bond | $23.5 million for erecting, furnishing, and equipping an addition to a school building; remodeling, including security improvements to, furnishing and refurnishing, and equipping and re-equipping school buildings; erecting, furnishing and equipping a new administration building; and preparing, developing and improving sites.
Passed Holt Public Schools(Eaton, Ingham)
- School Bond | $22 million for acquiring, installing, equipping and re-equipping the high school for instructional technology; erecting, furnishing and equipping classroom additions to the middle school; remodeling, furnishing and refurnishing and equipping and re-equipping school buildings; replacing roofing and heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems in school buildings; purchasing school buses; and preparing, developing and improving athletic fields and sites
Failed St. Johns Public Schools(Clinton, Gratiot)
- School Bond | $92 million for school construction and remodeling.
Passed Waverly Community Schools(Clinton, Eaton, Ingham)
- School Bond | $8,020,000 for erecting additions to, remodeling, including security improvements to, furnishing and refurnishing, and equipping and re-equipping school buildings; acquiring and installing instructional technology and instructional technology equipment for school buildings; purchasing school buses; and developing, equipping and improving playgrounds, play fields, athletic fields, parking areas and sites.
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Make Sure to Check Out the 2024 Election Guide
In this 2024 election guide, we want to provide you with helpful state and local voting resources, information on who's up for election, LRC-PAC endorsements, and ballot proposals.
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As one of the only business political action committee focused on elections in the Greater Lansing region, your contribution is critical to ensure we get our endorsed candidates elected. The objective of LRC-PAC is to endorse candidates that support a favorable business climate throughout the region.
Can you chip in $24 in 2024 to help our efforts?
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Join the First Friday Public Affairs Call Update This Friday, May 3 | |
Join us for our upcoming First Friday Public Affairs Call Update this Friday, June 7, from 11 to 11:30 a.m. From national down to regional updates, these monthly calls are designed to keep our members informed and engaged. We would like to thank ITC Holdings for making these monthly updates possible. | |
Lansing Regional Chamber Townhalls | |
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Chamber Townhalls provides a platform for Lansing Regional Chamber members to connect with, discuss, and hear from elected officials/candidates spanning federal to local levels. In recognition of the pivotal role that the Chamber plays in connecting leaders at all levels of government, we are thrilled to host these exclusive roundtable discussions at the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Insurance Capital Board Room.
Key Chamber Town Hall Highlights:
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Exclusive Setting: Limited to 40 members, ensuring a more intimate and engaging conversation with the elected officials/candidates and fellow attendees.
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Focused Discussions: An opportunity to address critical issues facing our community and explore collaborative solutions.
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Chamber-Led: The Town Halls will be facilitated by Chamber staff to ensure a productive and insightful exchange.
Please find below our first scheduled Chamber Townhalls. Given the intimate nature of our venue, we urge you to RSVP promptly to secure your spot, as space is limited.
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Presenting Sponsor:
McKinney & Associates
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LRCC Chamber Townhall with Michigan Budget Director Jen Flood and Michigan Treasurer Rachael Eubanks
Date & Time: Wednesday, June 26, from 10 to 11 a.m.
Location: Lansing Regional Chamber, 500 E. Michigan Avenue, Suite 200, Lansing
Cost: This event is offered at no cost.
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