The Commission addressed various financial and operational matters, including the adoption of budgets for the Southkent Cable TV/WKTV, Debt Service and Capital Project Funds, and Water and Sewer Funds for the upcoming fiscal year. Key discussion topics included establishing water and sewer rates for the Wyoming District, authorizing an easement agreement for stormwater drainage, approving zoning ordinance text amendments regarding fuel stations, and authorizing multiple equipment purchases and contracts for fire hydrants, brush disposal, plow trucks, and fire alarm maintenance. The meeting also included a community report presentation from the Kent District Library and a review of various budget adjustments.
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The meeting agenda includes the adoption of various traffic control orders, the filing of financial reports, and the purchase of equipment for the Police Department. Presentations involve the oath of office for police officers and departmental quarterly reports. The commission will review construction and utility agreements, conduct public hearings regarding site plans, franchise ordinances, zoning amendments, and the presentation of fiscal year budgets. Additional actions include authorizing police equipment procurement and sales, approving various streetlight contracts, and confirming appointments to city commissions.
Apr 23, 2026·Board meeting
Committee of the Whole Approved Minutes
The Committee of the Whole met to review and discuss the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 General and Special Revenue Funds Budgets and Millage Rates. Department directors provided comprehensive overviews of their respective budgets, highlighting past accomplishments and future strategic priorities, including infrastructure projects, staffing requirements, technological modernization, and enhancements to community services. The session concluded with the Mayor recognizing the collaborative efforts of the Finance Department and the committee recommending the adoption of the proposed budgets and millage rates to the City Commission.
Jul 1, 2025·Proposed budget
City of Kentwood FY2025-26 Proposed Budget
The City of Kentwood's proposed (Mayor-recommended) operating budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026), presented to the City Commission for consideration.
