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Advance Greater Lansing Poll Identifies Public Safety as the Most Important Issue Among City of Lansing Voters
More than 40 Per cent of Voters Surveyed say the City is Headed in the Wrong Direction (Lansing, MI) – A poll commissioned by Advance Greater Lansing shows that public safety is the leading concern among voters in the city of Lansing. The poll of citizens who are likely to vote in the 2023 Lansing…
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Endorsements in Lansing City Council Races
Tamera Carter and Trini Lopez-Pehlivanoglu endorsed for At-Large Seats. Ryan Kost and Adam Hussain endorsed for 1st/3rd Ward The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) has announced its endorsements in the 2023 races for Lansing City Council. Endorsed candidates include: “Lansing is at a critical juncture in determining the city’s future direction…
Read MoreCapitol Connection Newsletter: May 9, 2023
In This Issue MDOT Construction UpdateAs we move into another year of economic recovery and growth, it’s important to stay informed about the state of our transportation infrastructure and how it affects our businesses and communities. That’s why we’re excited to invite you to a virtual construction update by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) on…
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber Announces Recipients of Community Service, Outstanding Small Business, Diversity Star and Legacy Awards
Lansing Regional Chamber Announces Recipients of Community Service, Outstanding Small Business, Diversity Star and Legacy Awards Recipients to be Honored at the LRCC Annual Dinner on May 10 LANSING, Mich. – The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) has announced the recipients of four major awards, which will be presented at the LRCC’s upcoming Annual…
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce and LEAP Recognize CASE Credit Union as Recipient of the Diversity Star Award
Lansing, Michigan – The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) and the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) have announced that CASE Credit Union will be the recipient of the second annual Diversity Star Award, which will be presented at the LRCC Annual Dinner on Wednesday, May 10. The Diversity Star Award honors companies and organizations…
Read MoreCapitol Connection Newsletter: April 11, 2023
In This Issue MDOT Construction Update for LRCC Members Great Lakes Michigan Job Coalition Pushes Great Lakes Tunnel Project to Resume State Income Tax to Decrease for One Year MDOT Construction Update for LRCC Members As we move into another year of economic recovery and growth, it’s important to stay informed about the state of…
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces New Partnership in Support of ATHENA WIN
(Lansing, MI) – The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) is pleased to announce it has entered into a new partnership under which LRCC will provide management support and program services for ATHENA Women’s Interest Network (ATHENA WIN). “We are proud to continue to support and provide leadership in advancing the ATHENA legacy which began…
Read MoreCapitol Connection Newsletter: March 14, 2023
In This Issue: Right-to-Work Tax Relief Legislation Signed $3.9 Billion More Needed to Fix MI Roads FY24 Community Funding Projects Submitted FTC Non-Competes Proposal Federal Permitting Reform Right-to-Work The Michigan House of Representatives passed legislation last week and will likely take up in the Michigan Senate this week bills pertaining to repealing Right-to-Work and restoring…
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Hiring of Amanda Matelonek as Multimedia Specialist
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) is pleased to announce the hiring of Amanda Matelonek as Multimedia Specialist. In her role, Matelonek will be responsible for managing and updating website content, creating graphics, and assisting with executing marketing and communication strategies. She began her position on February 20. “I am very excited to join…
Read MoreCapitol Connection Newsletter: Feb. 21, 2023
In This Issue: Gov. Whitmer Executive Budget FY24 I-496 Construction Update The Corporate Transparency Act Explained 2023 LRCC Policy Priority Focus Areas Gov. Whitmer Executive Budget FY24 Governor Whitmer and Budget Director Chris Harkins presented the governor’s executive budget recommendations for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The proposed budget is $79 billion. Of the $79.4 billion in…
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