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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lansing public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
MDOT US-127 Phase: I-496 to Lake Lansing Road
The board was scheduled to continue discussing MDOT's planned 2027–2029 construction project covering the Frandor area and the I-496 corridor to Lake Lansing Road. Drivers through these corridors could see significant construction impacts over the project window.
Kalamazoo Street curb, sidewalk and pavement work
The long-planned Kalamazoo Street project — curb and gutter replacement, sidewalk replacement, and pavement resurfacing — is moving forward after years of delays. A public hearing on the noise permit is the next step, and residents can expect detours during construction.
Spec-Tran paratransit service failures
Amy Campeau described chronic late or no-show Spec-Tran paratransit trips affecting her son and disabled adults she works with; she plans to take the issue to the CATA board.
Proposed Grand River lane reduction and corridor amenities
The City's Unmotorized Plan proposes narrowing Grand River from four lanes to three in coordination with MDOT, and CATA could install and fund bus shelters and lighting along the corridor.