Kalamazoo County - April 7, 2026 Board of Commissioners
Significant discussion occurred on a resolution opposing a ballot proposal requiring documentary proof of citizenship for voting. The board also holds a public hearing to discuss the bond issue for a new parking garage. Additionally, the board considers reallocating funds for the sheriff’s office noise reduction project and approves an upgrade to the BSNA software system. Other topics include the introduction of new employees in the housing and veterans services offices and a discussion on the upcoming groundbreaking for the new parking garage.
00:00 Introduction
00:00:59 Invocation and Reflection
00:05:17 Proclamations
00:05:21 Communications
00:06:39 Approval of Minutes
00:08:08 Approval of the Agenda
00:14:11 Presentations
00:14:49 Public Hearings
00:21:11 Public Comments
00:34:56 Public Comment on Voter ID and Documentary Citizenship Proof
00:36:37 Introduction and Welcome
00:36:48 Public Comment by League of Women Voters
00:38:00 Sheriff’s Report on Costs and Jail Population
00:41:04 Consent Agenda Discussion
00:49:11 BSNA Software Agreement
01:00:09 Axon Justice Premier Plus Contract
01:08:23 Resolution on Citizenship Requirements for Voting
01:15:00 Board Discussion and Vote on Resolution
01:31:15 Public Comment
01:35:58 Closing Remarks by Board Members
01:44:55 Recognition of Dr. Catlin
01:47:00 Treasurer’s Report and Highlights
01:50:52 Parking Garage and Environmental Assessment Update
01:52:22 Retirement and Succession Planning for Equalization Director
01:56:01 General Discussion and Announcements
