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    • About Us
      • About
      • Annual Report
      • The Team
      • LEDC/LBRA/TIFA Board
    • Our Work
      • Thrive Program
      • Facade Improvement
      • 2024 Empower Graduates
      • Lan Gateway Com Corridor
      • Michigan Ave. Corridor
      • S. MLK Corridor
      • Saginaw Street Corridor
      • CIA Boards
    • Resources
      • Careers
      • LEED Initiative
      • Small Business Shoutout
      • Small Business Workshops
    • News & Events
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • About
    • Annual Report
    • The Team
    • LEDC/LBRA/TIFA Board
  • Our Work
    • Thrive Program
    • Facade Improvement
    • 2024 Empower Graduates
    • Lan Gateway Com Corridor
    • Michigan Ave. Corridor
    • S. MLK Corridor
    • Saginaw Street Corridor
    • CIA Boards
  • Resources
    • Careers
    • LEED Initiative
    • Small Business Shoutout
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LANSING GATEWAY CORRIDOR

Connecting Communities

 The Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority (LGCIA) was established to oversee the strategic economic development of the Lansing Gateway Corridor. The Lansing Gateway corridor is a commercial corridor in the northern part of Lansing, Michigan, running along N. Grand River Ave. from Waverly Rd. to the Old Town District. The LGCIA’s sole purpose is to generate economic development and revitalization along the commercial corridor to improve the overall community. 

Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority (LGCIA) Board

  • Chair: Robert Benstien
  • Vice Chair: Dianna Hartwell
  • Treasurer: Steve Bohnet
  • Board Member: Jo Sigha
  • Board Member (Mayor Appointee): Bob Van Arkel
  • Board Member: Vacancy
  • Board Member: Vacancy


If you are interested in serving on the board of directors please contact Kahleea@lansingedc.com 

Lansing Gateway Commercial Corridor Mission statement

 The Lansing Gateway Corridor Improvement Authority exists to promote the development, beautification, sustainability, and accessibility of North Grand River Ave. The Authority seeks to revitalize the area while nourishing sustained and inclusive community engagement. 

lansing gateway CIA 2024 board meeting schedule

LGCIA 2024 Meeting Schedule (pdf)

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Current Projects

 

  • The LGCIA is working with the Lansing EDC’s Community Development Fellow Kahleea Washington, to create the LGCIA’s Development and Financing Plan. The Development and Financing plan will allow the LGCIA to start to utilize funding for public improvements along the Lansing Gateway Corridor.

Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.'S)

·  A Commercial Corridor is a major street/ passageway lined primarily with businesses and commercial activity that serves the surrounding community.


• The Lansing Gateway Corridor is located in the northern part of Lansing, Michigan, running along N. Grand River Ave. from Waverly Rd. to the Old Town District.


• The LGCIA was established to oversee the strategic economic development of the Lansing Gateway Corridor. The LGCIA’s sole purpose is to generate economic development and revitalization along the commercial corridor, in hopes of increasing the corridor’s yearly tax revenue and overall activity.


 Visit the City of Lansing’s “Lansing Gateway CIA Webpage” for the LGCIA’s meeting agendas and minutes. 

Lansing CIA Gateway Webpage

For more information please contact:

Kahleea Washington

Community Development Specialist

P:  517-512-5122  | E:  Kahleea@lansingedc.com 

Lansing Economic Development Corporation

401 S. Washington Sq. Suite 101, Lansing, MI 48933

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