$200 Grants are awarded to Civic Organizations and Neighborhood Watches (NW) to bring neighbors together for the purpose of community... More… $200 Grants are awarded to Civic Organizations and Neighborhood Watches (NW) to bring neighbors together for the purpose of community building.Less…
The Lansing Board of Water & Light Tree Planting Program is a beautification effort for Lansing neighborhoods. BWL will provide the... More… The Lansing Board of Water & Light Tree Planting Program is a beautification effort for Lansing neighborhoods. BWL will provide the trees and planting services with a partner vendor. If approved, you will receive an award letter that will indicate the number of trees your neighborhood will receive. Neighborhood groups who are awarded the trees will be required to maintain them as instructed after they are planted.Less…
Lansing Neighborhoods in Bloom is a citywide project to beautify our neighborhoods on Saturday May 15th. Kits will be awarded on a... More… Lansing Neighborhoods in Bloom is a citywide project to beautify our neighborhoods on Saturday May 15th. Kits will be awarded on a first come first serve basis while supplies last. Kits must be picked between 8:00am and 10:00am on Saturday May 15th. Your award letter will indicate your pickup location. Neighborhood groups who are awarded the flowers are required to maintain them throughout the summer. Less…
Civic organizations are primarily place based organizations that serve a smaller defined area of the City of Lansing. Organizations,... More… Civic organizations are primarily place based organizations that serve a smaller defined area of the City of Lansing. Organizations, while representing unique interests and participating in various social activities, generally focus their efforts in a specific portion of the community but also represent a broad range of stakeholders. The organization must be registered as a non-profit entity with the State of Michigan, or, if not registered, organized as an entity or association with a written Charter or Articles of Organization (or bylaws) that state its purpose; subject to review by the Department of Neighborhoods and Citizen Engagement. Decisions about the eligibility of an organization are at the prevue of the City of Lansing’s Department of Neighborhoods & Citizen Engagement with the advisement of the Neighborhood Advisory Board. Less…
Neighborhood Grants (up to $5000) are awarded to Civic Organizations and Neighborhood Watches to bring neighbors together for the... More… Neighborhood Grants (up to $5000) are awarded to Civic Organizations and Neighborhood Watches to bring neighbors together for the purposes of providing resources to people to improve their community.Less…
Neighborhood clean-ups are community events sponsored by the Department of Neighborhoods and Citizen Engagement. The primary purpose of... More… Neighborhood clean-ups are community events sponsored by the Department of Neighborhoods and Citizen Engagement. The primary purpose of a neighborhood clean-up is for bulk trash cleanup. Less…
Walking Wednesday is a walk through your neighborhood with neighbors, City officials, City Council members, Lansing Police Officers,... More… Walking Wednesday is a walk through your neighborhood with neighbors, City officials, City Council members, Lansing Police Officers, and anyone else who may be interested in the assets of your neighborhood, and the areas of improvement or interest. These events are typically held on a Wednesday during spring, summer, or early fall. Less…
Local businesses can complete this form to have their business added to the Ward Map.
The City of Lansing Neighborhood Summit is designed to support and connect City of Lansing residents, neighborhood-based... More… The City of Lansing Neighborhood Summit is designed to support and connect City of Lansing residents, neighborhood-based organizations, businesses and non-profit organizations. The Summit offers attendees the opportunity to network with partner organizations, neighborhood services and/or local businesses while learning about issues and opportunities in their community. Upcoming Dates: 2/25/2020 6-8 pm 4/28/2020 6-8 pm 9/29/2020 6-8 pm 11/17/2020 6-8 pm Locations to be announced. Access for display setup: Beginning at 5:00 p.m. the day of the event Tables are available to City departments, community organizations, non-profits and community associations on a first come, first serve basis. Tables will be in the concourse around the cafeteria/gym. Recognition during the summit will be given during a short presentation by City staff.Less…
Interested in piloting a neighborhood program designed to assist neighbors unable to clear their yard or walkway of hazards? Sign-up... More… Interested in piloting a neighborhood program designed to assist neighbors unable to clear their yard or walkway of hazards? Sign-up here.Less…
The Neighborhood News email list has hundreds of members and the information distributed is designed to be quickly cut and pasted into... More… The Neighborhood News email list has hundreds of members and the information distributed is designed to be quickly cut and pasted into your neighborhood communication pages or newsletters. Please send any information you'd like included in the weekly notes and I'll be happy to include. Less…
