LRC-PAC: Lansing Labor & Business Unite to Endorse Lansing City Charter Commission Slate

The Lansing Regional Chamber-Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) works to elect local officials to city councils, township board, county commissioner and the state legislature that align with LRCC members’ priorities. Visit the LRC-PAC website to learn more about its efforts.

Lansing Labor and Business Unite to Endorse Lansing City Charter Commission Slate

As the May 7th elections for the Lansing Charter Commission approach, the city’s organized labor and business communities stand united behind a slate of candidates dedicated to ensuring a fair and prosperous future for Lansing. With the task of reviewing and potentially amending the city’s Charter, often referred to as the city’s Constitution, the importance of selecting the right candidates cannot be overstated.

Representing a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, the endorsed slate of candidates has been carefully chosen to prioritize the interests of all Lansing residents. Spearheaded by the collaborative efforts of labor unions and business associations, these endorsements aim to promote candidates who will champion the rights of workers, foster economic growth, and advocate for a government that works for everyone.

The endorsed slate of candidates includes:

Stephen Purchase, staff, Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters & Millwrights
Ben Dowd, Associate Director, Community Economic Development Association of Michigan, Chair of Lansing Pride
Joan Bauer, former member of the Lansing City Council and state representative
Muhammad Qawwee, President of UAW Local 4911
Elizabeth Driscoll Boyd, former Communications Director for Governor Jennifer Granholm
Brian Jeffries, former member of the Lansing City Council and Ingham County Commission
Miranda Swartz, member of IBEW Local 665
Keith Williams, former executive director, Michigan State University Alumni Office
Guillermo Lopez, Board of Education Trustee for the Lansing School District

The labor unions listed below and the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce have joined forces in endorsing these candidates:

Capital City Labor Program (Lansing Police Officers Union)
IAFF Local 421 (Lansing Firefighters)
Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 333
IBEW Local 665
IBEW Local 352
UAW Local 2256
Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce
Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters & MillwrightsMichigan
Building Trades Council
Michigan Laborers Local 499
Painters IUPAT DC1M
Operating Engineers Local 324

Ensure Business Voices Are Heard: Support Lansing City Charter Commission Candidates through LRC-PAC

What:

The Lansing City Charter Commission is tasked with reviewing and potentially revising the city's charter, a foundational document outlining its by-laws and operational guidelines.

Why:

Following a November 2023 vote by residents to revise the charter for the first time since its 1978 inception, 36 candidates have stepped forward to participate in this crucial process. However, only nine will be elected during the upcoming May 7, 2024 special election.

Why it matters for the business community:

It is essential for the business community to be actively involved in this process. As one of the only business political action committees focused on elections in the Greater Lansing region, the Lansing Region Chamber Political Action Committee's (LRC-PAC) support is vital to ensure the election of candidates who align and advocate for a government that works for everyone and ensures continued economic growth.

How we make it happen:

Currently, the LRC-PAC is mobilizing efforts to raise funds aimed at supporting candidates endorsed by the LRC-PAC in the May 7, 2024 election. It's important to note that the LRC-PAC operates independently from the Chamber and does not utilize membership dues for political activities. All contributions to the LRC-PAC are voluntary and play a crucial role in advancing the interests of the business community in Lansing.

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