Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners Committee of the Whole
The committee meeting agenda included reviewing accounts payable, payroll disbursements, the monthly financial and investment reports, and the fiscal year 2027 budget. Additionally, the committee scheduled a presentation regarding the Kalamazoo County Event Center Assessment District Authority Board and discussions on the remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, new funding requests for the 2027 budget, the Road Commission Safe Streets for All initiative, and a resolution amendment and child care millage question.
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Finance & Administration Committee of the Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners Special Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed financial data, including investment income, property tax trends, and departmental revenues. Key discussions centered on the potential reallocation of investment income from Housing Millage funds, strategies for cost-of-living adjustments for employees to keep pace with inflation, and the impact of projected healthcare premium increases. The committee also examined revenue reporting within the Health and Community Services and the Clerk/Register of Deeds office, and discussed the Delinquent Tax Revolving Fund and its potential role in employee compensation. The topic regarding the allocation of investment earnings was referred to the full Board of Commissioners for further consideration.
Sep 22, 2026·Board meeting
Kalamazoo County Board Of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed investment income, specifically the allocation of earnings from Housing Millage funds and the general fund, and reviewed property tax millage rate trends. Additionally, they reviewed departmental revenues, including underreported revenue from various departments, and discussed potential cost-of-living increases for employees. The committee also evaluated healthcare premium increases related to Blue Cross Blue Shield coverage options and the impact of GLP-1 coverage changes. Future discussion regarding expenditures was planned.
Aug 28, 2026·Board meeting
Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners Special Meeting
The board discussed the facilities master plan priorities, including the construction of a new administration building, jail renovations, and the potential relocation of the Emergency Management and Drain Commissioner's offices to the Road Commission campus. Discussions included the need for restorative jail design to accommodate residents with mental health needs, financing strategies for the household hazardous waste facility, and an assessment of current capital project funds and debt repayment strategies.
