East Lansing Approves Parking Lot Loitering Ban, Tosses Out Camping Ban Amid Public Outcry

The proposals have drawn sharp criticism from advocates for unhoused people over the last few months.

East Lansing Approves Parking Lot Loitering Ban, Tosses Out Camping Ban Amid Public Outcry
East Lansing Mayor Erik Altmann at the Jan. 20, 2026 City Council meeting. (Brian Wells for ELi)