Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The meeting included key discussions on the approval of the fiscal year 2027 budget and associated capital improvement projects, including budget reallocations and discussions regarding employee cost-of-living adjustments and stipends. The board also addressed the Kalamazoo County Event Center Assessment District Authority's annual report, reviewed options for remaining ARPA funds, and considered salary classification requests for the County Clerk/Register of Deeds office. Furthermore, the board debated a resolution regarding the Road Commission's Safe Streets for All initiative, focusing on community engagement and transparency. Other actions included approvals of various grant agreements, housing funding agreements, and the Inmate Communications Services contract.
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Kalamazoo County Environmental Health Advisory Council Minutes
The Council discussed environmental health updates, including PFAS testing at Dustin Lake, new battery recovery legislation, and the implementation of new surface water testing and software tools. A presentation was provided by the MSU Extension, and the Council discussed the Oshtemo Township ordinance regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), moving to potentially form a subcommittee to address recommendations for BESS and data centers. Additionally, members shared reports on local projects, including the Kalamazoo River cleanup, fire hydrant flushing, the Trailblazer program for 6th graders, and updates from the Drain Commission regarding outfall testing and erosion work.
Oct 6, 2026·Board meeting
Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The board meeting focused on several key agenda items, including the approval of a proclamation for National Infant Safe Sleep and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Awareness Month. The board engaged in a significant discussion regarding the Kalamazoo County Road Commission's Safe Streets 4 All initiative, specifically addressing community concerns over tree removal, the board's legal authority regarding the initiative, and requests for the Road Commission to pause work pending further legal review. Personnel policy updates were approved, and Toni Kennedy was reappointed to the Kalamazoo County Road Commission. A public hearing was held concerning the proposed county budget for the 2027 fiscal year. Additionally, the board moved to defer several items, including budget and tax apportionment resolutions, to a future meeting.
Oct 6, 2026·Board meeting
Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed the accounts payable and payroll disbursements. Key discussions included an update on ARPA award status with proposed strategies for remaining funds, a review of the FY 2027 recommended budget, and consideration of new funding requests. Additionally, the committee discussed a proposed new paid leave benefit to allow time for voting on General Election Day, as well as the creation of a three-year Language Equity Stipend Pilot Program for employees.
