EL Council Shortens Public Comment, Debuts Change that Adds Ambiguity to Start of Some Meetings
A procedural change moving closed sessions to the start of council meetings will leave residents not knowing when important proceedings will begin, including public comment.
The May 12, 2026 East Lansing City Council meeting was so full, some residents had to stand during public comment, even after city staff brought more chairs to the meeting room. (Lucas Day for ELi)
