City of Kalamazoo Meetings
Coverage of meetings of the City of Kalamazoo
City of Kalamazoo – Zoning Board of Appeals – January 8, 2026 Zoning Board of Appeals
The Kalamazoo Zoning Board of Appeals met on January 8, 2026, to discuss variance requests from QuikTrip Corporation for a new gas station and from Discover Kalamazoo for a youth sports facility. The board approved QuikTrip's request for an additional…
City of Kalamazoo – January 8, 2026 Utility Policy Committee Meeting
The UPC returns to consider water rates, affordability programs, and capital improvements. The committee reviews the water affordability program, noting its reliance on grant funding and plans for future sustainability. They also discuss the recent approval of adjusted water rates…
Kalamazoo City Commission – January 5, 2026 Business Meeting
In session until just before midnight, the Commission heard a variety of public comments in their regular board meeting. The community continues to voice concerns over housing , arts funding, and city infrastructure, and a lack of trust or confidence…
Kalamazoo City Commission – January 5, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meeting
A notable welcome is extended to the new city manager, Hankins, highlighting his commitment to addressing homelessness and infant mortality. The primary agenda item is a comprehensive training session on the rezoning and variance process, presented by Christina Anderson from…
City of Kalamazoo – December 17, 2025 Environmental Concerns Committee Meeting
The Committee wraps up the brief session by acknowledging the departure of Stephen Romanelli, who has been part of the group but will not be returning in January. The meeting adjourns without reaching quorum - all agenda items will resume…
City of Kalamazoo – December 16, 2025 Natural Features Protection Review Board Meeting
The NFP Review Board convenes to discuss the proposed Westgate Sports Complex, a regional facility aimed at boosting local youth sports and economic activity in Kalamazoo. The project, led by Discover Kalamazoo, seeks variances for woodland and slope standards due…
Kalamazoo City Commission – December 15, 2025 Business Meeting
Public comments continue to raise concerns about the homelessness response, where commissioners discuss potential city roles and the establishment of a committee. The commission approves the Friendship Village project plan and bond issuance, ensuring no fiscal liability to the city.…
