Capitol Connection Newsletter Oct. 11, 2022
In This Issue: Four Weeks Until the General Election Help Us Make Sure Our Candidates Win on Nov. 8 Tri-County Public Transit Agencies Launch Unprecedented Partnership to Enhance Regional Mobility Capital Region International Airport Awarded Economic Development Grant Four Weeks Until the General Election We are officially four weeks away from the Nov. 8 general…
Read MoreLansing airport receives $3.6 million grant from EDA for site readiness development project
The Economic Development Administration (EDA) has announced that the Capital Region Airport Authority (CRAA) has been awarded a $3.6 million grant for the Capital Region International Airport (LAN) site readiness development project for water, sewer and utility infrastructure upgrades to spur economic growth at LAN. The grant is funded by the American Rescue Plan and…
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Promotions of Key Executives
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) has announced the promotion of several key executives as a result of a new organizational structure to better serve the needs of LRCC membership and the region. Executive promotions include: Michelle Rahl has been named vice president of membership and marketing. In her expanded role, Michelle will lead…
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Endorsements for the November 8 General Election
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) has announced additional endorsements for the 2022 election cycle. “The November election is one of the most critical elections in recent years because of the changes to districts at the federal, state, and county level,” said Tim Daman, president & CEO, Lansing Regional Chamber of…
Read MoreLansing Region’s Top Young Professionals Recognized at 10 Over the Next Ten Awards
The 16th annual 10 Over the Next Ten Awards were held on Tuesday, Sept. 20 at the University Club of MSU in East Lansing. This event recognizes Greater Lansing’s top 10 young professionals who are expected to contribute significantly to our community over the next ten years. The event was sponsored by Independent Bank and…
Read MoreCAPCOG Statement Regarding CATA/EATRAN/Clinton Transit Agreement to Pursue Regional Public Transit Plan
The following statement can be attributed to the leaders of the Capital Council of Governments (CAPCOG): CAPCOG has been working with our three regional transit authorities since 2016 to encourage better coordination within their networks to improve residents’ and workers’ abilities to make the necessary connections. The agreement between the Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA),…
Read MoreLRCC Statement Regarding CATA/EATRAN/Clinton Transit Agreement to Pursue Regional Public Transit Plan
The following statement can be attributed to Tim Daman, president & CEO, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce: The agreement between our three public transit authorities, Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA), Eaton County Transportation Authority (EATRAN), and Clinton Area Transit System to work more closely on a new regional coordination plan for public transit is an…
Read MoreCapitol Connection Newsletter: Aug. 9, 2022
In This Issue: Inflation Reduction Act Rebuilding Michigan Infrastructure Projects MRA Buy Nearby Economic Analysis Downtown Lansing Two-Way Street Conversions Inflation Reduction Act The U.S. Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act, which is meant to provide funding for clean energy investments, address healthcare costs and raises taxes. The bill heads to the U.S. House of…
Read MoreThank you for Golfing in the Lansing Open Event Details Tues. August 16, 2022 | 8:00am – 3:00pm Eagle Eye Golf & Banquet Center | 15101 Chandler Rd., Bath, MI 48808 Make sure to download the MemberPlus App and join the Lansing Open Updates list to receive important event updates and tee time reminders…
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber Endorsed Candidates Score Big Wins in August Primary Election
Candidates endorsed by the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) scored big wins during the August 2 primary election. 90% of LRC-PAC endorsed candidates have successfully advanced to the November General Election. “Our first-round endorsements for this election cycle were for those who were willing to work collaboratively to identify and implement…
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