Lansing Mayor Proposes $307.2 Million Budget Focused on Public Safety and Infrastructure

Lansing Mayor Andy Schor proposed a $307.2 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year, less than a 1% increase from last year. The budget includes staffing changes in the police department, with three new detention staff, six new police officers, and three additional firefighters. Key allocations include $7.5 million for wastewater treatment improvements and $1.5 million for sidewalk projects. A supplemental spending plan for the Deep Green Data Center includes $400,000 for fire department gear and training, and $400,000 for home rehabilitation.

Published Mar 26, 2026

Lansing Mayor Andy Schor's budget proposal for the upcoming fiscal year totals $307.2 million, reflecting a less than 1% increase from the previous year. The plan includes staffing adjustments, adding three detention staff to the Lansing Police Department, freeing up five officers for street duty, alongside six new police officers and three firefighters.

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Significant funding allocations include $7.5 million for wastewater treatment improvements and $1.5 million for sidewalk repairs. A supplemental budget for the Deep Green Data Center proposes $400,000 for fire department equipment and training, as well as $400,000 for home rehabilitation projects. The City Council must adopt the final budget by May 18.