City of Kalamazoo Meetings

Coverage of meetings of the City of Kalamazoo

City of Kalamazoo – Civil Rights Board – April 1, 2026 Meeting

Updates from the Education Subcommittee include new methods to gather community feedback. The Ordinance Review Subcommittee thanks City Manager Hankins for his engagement and discusses investigational procedure training. The Board reviews recent civil rights complaints and reports on the resolution…

City of Kalamazoo – Planning Commission – March 25, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting

The commission reviewed the appointment of three new members to replace outgoing ones, with recommendations moving to the city commission. The meeting also covered past and ongoing projects such as rezonings and special use permits for developments like the Speedway…

City of Kalamazoo – March 24, 2026 Natural Features Protection Review Board Meeting

The Board reviews the Youth Sports Complex project considering compliance with NFP standards, particularly focusing on the first phase involving woodland clearing. The project is examined for its impact on protected slopes and woodland standards, with conditions set for approval,…

City of Kalamazoo – March 18, 2026 Environmental Concerns Committee Meeting

At the March 18, 2026 meeting of the Environmental Concerns Committee, members addressed several key issues including a significant discussion on the recent metal fire at Kalamazoo Metal Recyclers. Concerns were raised regarding the potential environmental impact of the fire,…

City of Kalamazoo – 2026 Kalamazoo City Commission Annual Retreat

Commissioners engage in discussions to establish strategic priorities for the city. Topics include enhancing community trust and safety, economic development, and the importance of public engagement. Commissioners express the need for measurable outcomes and focus on issues such as gun…

City of Kalamazoo – March 17, 2026 Historic District Commission

The commission discusses the appointment of Nelson Nave to the commission. Nelson Nave presents his background and interests in joining, highlighting his commitment to preserving Kalamazoo's historic districts. The commission reviews annual reports, noting a high approval rate for cases…

Kalamazoo City Commission – March 16, 2026 Business Meeting

The Commission addressed the approval of Safe Routes to School projects aimed at improving pedestrian safety on Howard Street and Winchell Avenue. The meeting highlighted community concerns and the commission's commitment to incorporating community feedback into project designs, ensuring safer…