HomeMy WebLinkAboutLansing Economic Development Corp Minutes 04.05.24The Lansing EDC’s Mission is to improve the Lansing community by fostering
economic growth that is strategic, sustainable and equitable.
Board of Directors Meeting
Friday, April 05, 2024 – 8:30 AM
LEDC Office – 401 South Washington Sq. Ste. 101, Lansing, MI 48933
MINUTES
Members Present: Chair - Shelley Davis Boyd, Vice-Chair - Calvin Jones, Secretary - Dr.
Alane Laws-Barker, Treasurer - Catherine Rathbun, Sandra Lupien,
Jordan Sutton, Rawley Van Fossen
Members Absent: Chaz Carrillo, Michael McKissic
Staff Present: Kris Klein, Brandy Standler, Kahleea Washington, Alex Watkins, Chelsea
Dowler
Guests:
Call to Order/Roll Call
Chair Davis Boyd called the Lansing Economic Development Corporation meeting to order at 9:27 AM.
Approval of LEDC Board Meeting Minutes – Friday, March 01, 2024 (ACTION)
MOTION: Member Lupien moved to approve the LEDC meeting minutes from the Friday, March 01, 2024,
Board of Directors meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by member Rathbun.
YEAS: Unanimous, motion carried.
Financial Update
Standler discussed that CEDAM funds have been received, interest income continues to increase, and
reallocation of a few accounts are in the works with the CPA. Klein discussed an increase in TIFA admin
income as well as other additional admin revenues.
2023 Lansing EDC Annual Report Presentation
Mr. Klein presented to the board a draft copy of the 2023 Lansing EDC Annual Report.
Operations Update
Mr. Klein mentioned the redesigned office space and the search for a new team member.
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Open Forum for LEDC Board Members
Member Jones asked about hosting board meetings at site locations. Jones also mentioned a sign for
Senator Stabenow’s Park.
Other Business
Kahleea thanked member Sutton who funded Sweet Lea’s Tea that was provided at today’s board
meeting.
Public Comment
None.
Adjournment
Chair Davis Boyd called the Lansing Economic Development Corporation meeting to adjournment at
10:00 AM.
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Kris Klein, Vice President
Lansing Economic Development Corporation (LEDC)