Mayor· 2023-2027
Erik Altmann
East Lansing
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 3
- Total speaking time
- 0:36
- Avg per meeting
- 0:12
- Segments
- 10
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Top issues during term (14)(General)
Senior services and senior center advisory matters
CDBG and other senior-services funding flows through recommendations from this commission, but no dollar figures were available.
2027 Cultural Arts Grant process
Grant awards fund local arts organizations, though specific 2027 amounts weren't discussed.
Income tax renewal and millage rollback
The tax collects roughly $17 million a year in the example discussed, with 60% to pension funding, 20% to police and fire, and 20% to infrastructure — plus a five-mill property tax reduction tied to it.
City Manager separation and transition
Potential employment litigation and settlement exposure for the city.
prosecution decision
The city likely avoids the cost of a prosecution and trial, though any police or review costs already spent won’t be recovered.
board vacancy / volunteer appointment
Probably little to no direct cost to you—it’s a volunteer gig—though the city may spend some staff time processing applications.
public works facility closure
No new costs or savings for residents are disclosed—this is mainly a two-day access disruption, not a budget event.
city manager search
The cost of the search isn't set yet, though executive searches typically involve consultant fees.
leaf collection
You don’t pay extra for this—it’s a free city service, though the city covers the pickup costs.
city holiday office closure
No direct cost to you—just a one-day delay if you need city services.
early voting site
Expect some added cost for staffing, equipment, and setup at the site — routine election expenses, but real money the city has to budget for.
Upcoming charter amendments
Ballot measures carry election administration costs; public funds cannot be used for advocacy.
immigration sanctuary policy
The city could lose federal funding and rack up legal or administrative costs defending its policy.
city payment request
If you’re one of the residents who owes money, this could mean late fees or collection action if you don’t pay—so check your balance.
Decisions during term (1)
Recorded while Altmann was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (0)(General)
No votes found matching General.