HomeMy WebLinkAboutLansing Economic Development Corporation Minutes 07.10.26The 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, July 10, 2026 – 8:30 A.M.
Lansing EDC Office – 401 S. Washington Sq., Suite 101, Lansing, MI 48933
MINUTES
Members Present: Jonathan Smith, Chaz Carrillo, Dr. Cristina Benton, Calvin Jones,
Rawley Van Fossen, Catherine Rathbun, Bryan Britten
Members Absent: Shelley Davis Boyd, Dr. Alane Laws-Barker
Staff Present: Kris Klein, Amiee Evans, Chelsea Dowler, Aurelius Christian,
Kahleea Washington, Shay Manawar, Brian Swett
Guests: Brent Forsberg, Melissa Hall, and John Knott (virtual)
Call to Order
Vice Chair Jones called the Lansing Economic Development Corporation meeting to order at 8:58
A.M.
Approval of LEDC Board Meeting Minutes – Friday, June 5, 2026 (ACTION)
MOTION: Member Benton moved to approve the LEDC meeting minutes from Friday, June 5, 2026,
Board of Directors meeting, as presented. Motion seconded by Member Carrillo.
YEAS: Seven (7); unanimous; motion carried.
Lansing EDC May 2026 Draft Financial Statements
Swett presented the May 2026 Draft Financial Statements.
2231 W. Willow St. EGLE Brownfield Redevelopment Program Grant Application (ACTION)
Evans presented an update of the grant application for Board consideration. Member Benton asked if
the grant has been awarded to us yet. Evans replied no, but it looks favorable that we will get it.
MOTION: Member Britten moved to approve the EGLE Grant Application for 2231 W. Willow St., as
presented. Motion seconded by Member Benton.
YEAS: Seven (7); Unanimous; motion carried.
FY2026/2027 Corridor Improvement Authority Service Contracts (ACTION)
Klein presented the FY2026/2027 Corridor Improvement Authority Service Contracts for
consideration.
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MOTION: Member Carrillo moved to approve the FY2026/2027 Corridor Improvement Authority
Service Contracts, as presented. Motion seconded by Member Rathbun.
YEAS: Seven (7); Unanimous; motion carried.
Approval of FY2026/2027 LEDC Budget Amendment (ACTION)
Klein presented the FY2026/2027 LEDC Budget Amendment for consideration.
MOTION: Member Carrillo moved to approve the 2025/2026 LEDC Budget Amendment to add
Revenues for the CIA Service Contracts, as presented. Motion seconded by Member Benton.
YEAS: Seven (7); Unanimous; motion carried.
Operations Update
Klein provided organizational updates, including:
• HR Recommendations:
o Currently working on completing performance planning and review process for staff.
o Individual Development Plan template has been completed, and plan to establish for
staff in September/October 2026.
o All employees have completed anti-harassment prevention training.
o Updated employee on-boarding procedures are being drafted.
o Updated employee exit survey has been established.
• Outreach and Engagement:
o Lansing EDC hosted a regional EPA representative on June 25. LEAP staff were invited
to participate. We discussed how to better utilize remaining EPA RLF Funds and future
Brownfield Assessment Grants.
o Working to schedule an update and tour of the New Vision Lansing project.
o Working with Gillespie Group on a possible amendment to the Brick Row Brownfield
Plan.
• State Budget
o The annual budget for the State of Michigan was recently adopted by the legislature
and included significant cuts to essential business development and community
revitalization. Lansing EDC is working with the MEDC and other partners to
understand changes to programs.
• Event Reminders:
o Holmes & Pleasant Grove / SWL Celebration: Tuesday, July 14th, 3 – 7 PM
o Lansing EDC 50th Anniversary Celebration: Tuesday, July 21st, 5:00 PM
Project and Program Updates
Updates were presented on the following:
• Targeted Redevelopment Update
John Knott of CityCraft presented updates on the South Lansing Roadmap efforts. Member
Britten commented on the thorough update and data collection and inquired on what the next
steps are. Knott and Christian said that community engagement is ongoing and will continue.
Open Forum for LEDC Board Members
None
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Other Business
None
Public Comment
None
Adjournment
Vice-Chair Jones called the Lansing Economic Development Corporation meeting to adjournment at
9:53 A.M.
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Kris Klein, President & CEO
Lansing Economic Development Corporation (LEDC)