July 13, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meeting

The City of Lansing Committee of the Whole meeting held on July 13, 2026, primarily focused on ordinance amendments related to the restructuring of city boards and commissions in accordance with the new city charter's ward changes. The council discussed transitioning from four to five wards and adjusting the composition of various boards, including the Arts and Culture Commission and the Board of Water and Light, to align with the new ward structure. Motions were passed to set public hearings for July 27, 2026, to consider these amendments, including clarifications on the number of at-large members for the Board of Water and Light. No direct procurement, contract awards, or budget allocations were discussed during this meeting. The meeting also included procedural matters such as approval of previous meeting minutes and a public comment regarding meeting time notifications.