Government
Coverage of local government agencies.
Kalamazoo & You – KDPS Year End Review
In this episode of Kalamazoo & You, Communications Manager for the City of Kalamazoo, Michael Smith, sits down with Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety Chief David Boysen to discuss the 2025 year end crime statistics and other various topics regarding…
Kalamazoo & You – Imagine Kalamazoo 2035
Mike Smith and Christina Anderson explore the city's strategic vision and master plan, highlighting the importance of community engagement in shaping Kalamazoo's future. The episode delves into the phases of community planning, the achievements in policy processes, and the guiding…
Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners – January 20, 2026 Kalamazoo County Committee of the Whole
During the Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners Committee of the Whole meeing, various significant agenda items were discussed. The board reviewed the progress of the TRI Share pilot program, highlighting its impact on employees and the potential for expansion to…
Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners – January 20, 2026 Kalamazoo County Regular Board Meeting
In the Kalamazoo County Commission Meeting, the board approves budget allocations for housing projects, including support for permanent supportive housing programs and new developments by Bogan and AVB. The meeting also addresses a request to amend an ARPA agreement to…
Road Commission of Kalamazoo County – December 16, 2025 Board of County Road Commissioners Meeting
During the Kalamazoo County Road Commissioners Meeting held on December 16, 2025, the Board of County Road Commissioners discussed the 2026 budget, highlighting the challenges posed by the new road funding package and its delayed implementation. The Board reviewed the…
Amplify Kalamazoo – Road Diet Coming to Milwood
What Is a Road Diet? City Explains Safety-Focused Street Changes A recent explanation from city staff shed light on an increasingly common transportation strategy: the road diet. Road diets aren’t about reducing traffic—they’re primarily a safety tool for traffic calming.…
Civic Snapshot: November 4, 2025 Road Commission of Kalamazoo County
The board discussed guidelines for public comments, the renewal of health, dental, and disability insurance plans for Road Commission employees, and the approval of contracted winter maintenance services - approving the final Road Contract for the year. They also addressed…
