Alexander "Zander" Bowles, a resident of East Lansing, has been a regular attendee at East Lansing City Council meetings, providing advice on making city facilities more accessible.
Zander's interest in city government began when he attended a city meeting for class credit. He has since become a mainstay at council meetings, advocating for improved accessibility in the city.
Zander has cerebral palsy, a neurological condition that affects movement and posture.
His muscles are not working the way ours do, and some of his muscles are constantly firing, according to his father, Ryan Bowles. Zander uses a power wheelchair and a special device to communicate with others.
Author's summary: Zander Bowles advocates for accessibility in East Lansing.