Gavel to Gavel
Gavel to gavel coverage of local government meetings. For full agenda indexing and summaries check out the meetings on the PMN App.
Kalamazoo Public Schools – February 19, 2026 Board of Education Meeting
The board recognized achievements from King Westwood Elementary and Lynden Grove. The meeting featured presentations by educational leaders, highlighting awards such as the Excelsior Award and the Whole Child Gold Award. Superintendent Dr. Slate presented data on improved attendance rates…
Comstock Charter Township – February 19, 2026 Comstock Township Planning Commission
The Comstock Township Planning Commission reviewed and approved a site plan for a lot expansion at 276 Sparks, proposed by David Bouwsma. A discussion on a potential rezoning request by Mark Zanotti was noted, pending further action by the Township…
Charter Township of Comstock – February 18, 2026 Homelessness Committee Meeting
In the Homeless Committee Meeting, real estate expert James Chrysler presents on the rising issue of foreclosures and distressed properties in the area. He highlights that foreclosures are increasing significantly in seven counties, attributing this trend to skyrocketing home values…
City of Kalamazoo – February 18, 2026 Environmental Concerns Committee Meeting
During the Environmental Concerns Committee meeting, members focus on the potential transfer of the Asylum Lake Preserve's management from Western Michigan University to Kalamazoo County. Concerns are raised about the preserve's future management and the need for a city presence…
Kalamazoo County Board – February 17, 2026 Committee of the Whole
The Kalamazoo County Committee of the Whole met on February 17th, with a portion of the meeting focused on discussing the potential early childhood development millage. The board reviews previous presentations and engages in dialogue with partners, including the Michigan…
Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners – February 17, 2026 Kalamazoo County Regular Business Mee…
The board discusses opposition to legislation preempting local control over data centers and battery storage facilities. The meeting includes the approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Western Michigan University concerning the Asylum Lake Preserve. Additionally, an ad hoc…
Kalamazoo City Commission – Committee of the Whole – February 16, 2026 Committee of the Whole Mee…
Jamie McCarthy presents on the Peregrine Peninsula housing and brownfield redevelopment project, highlighting investments and incentives aimed at urban development and affordable housing. Justin Gish and Chris Broadbent provide a detailed update on the city's sustainability and recycling initiatives, including…
