Mayor Andy Schor - Democratic Mayors

Mayor Andy Schor delivered his State of the City Address in a new talk-show-style format, “The Lansing Show,” turning his remarks into a conversation centered on progress and the people behind it. Framed around creating “a Lansing for the future,” he highlighted key priorities including housing, tourism, economic development, infrastructure, community investments, public safety, and city services.

Housing remains a major focus for Mayor Schor’s administration, with efforts centered on preservation and new development. The city relaunched its home repair program, directing more than $900,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding to help residents keep their homes safe and accessible, while also advancing over 1,000 new housing units currently in production or the pipeline. Economic momentum continues across Lansing, with more than $4 billion in recent investments supporting new housing, facade improvements, and jobs, alongside programs such as the SEED and Empower programs. Tourism also plays a significant role, drawing 6.7 million visitors, generating $732 million in direct spending, and supporting 9,500 jobs.

Lansing is investing millions into road repairs, neighborhood streets, and bridge rehabilitation, while continuing to expand use of the 311 system to improve responsiveness. The city distributed $1.6 million to support essential services, alongside new housing stabilization efforts such as the NOVA Project, which provides transitional housing and wraparound services. Public safety improvements have led to significant declines in violence, including a 36% reduction in fatal shootings and a 19% decrease in non-fatal shootings, supported by proactive policing, new technology, and community partnerships. The city has also added new police officers, is advancing a new public safety building, and continues to support fire and emergency services, which responded to thousands of calls in 2025.

Watch the Mayor’s full remarks here.

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