Oshtemo Township - Township Board - December 23, 2025 Oshtemo Township Board
The board discusses the resolution to request county assistance for sewer system improvements and plans to use Kalamazoo County Board of Public Works bonds for funding. They address the extension of the police protection contract with Kalamazoo County, ensuring favorable terms for the township. The board also reviews and adjusts the 2026 meeting schedule, considering holidays and budget discussions. Public comments include concerns about sewer connection fees and the planning of the youth sports facility in the area. The meeting concludes with board member comments and holiday wishes.
00:00 Introduction
00:10 Welcome and Call to Order
00:23 Pledge of Allegiance
01:01 Remote Location Identification
01:17 Township Mission, Vision, and Core Values
01:41 Approval of Agenda
03:39 Public Officials and Community Partner Updates
04:01 Public Comment on Consent Agenda or Non-Regular Session Items
10:07 Board Response to Public Comment
17:06 Resolution on International Day of Persons with Disabilities
21:01 Resolution Establishing Planning Department Fee Schedule
36:32 Budget Amendments
39:27 Public Comment on Budget Amendments
40:01 Approval of Budget Amendments
40:09 Discussion on Police Protection Agreement
49:02 Public Comment on Police Protection Agreement
50:00 Resolution to Extend Police Contract
52:03 Presentation on Sanitary Sewer Expansion
72:07 Public Comment on Sanitary Sewer Expansion
72:15 Board Deliberation on Sanitary Sewer Resolution
75:02 Discussion on Meeting and Committee Dates
77:15 Budget Discussion and Planning
99:02 Approval of Meeting Dates
105:00 Public Comment
108:08 Board Member Comments and Committee Updates
116:30 Project Update Coordination with Jane
118:25 Budget Meeting Attendance
118:58 Vehicle Garage Fencing Project
119:20 Fire Station Grant Update
120:23 New Generator Installation
121:00 Winter Newsletter Distribution
121:27 Meeting Adjournment
