Civic Snapshots
Highlights of local government meetings
Civic Snapshot: July 7, 2025 Charter Township of Comstock Board of Trustees
The board addressed several key issues including budget adjustments, ordinance enforcement, and the potential installation of weather sirens. The board approved a motion to promote a new ordinance officer, allowing for more effective enforcement and cleanup operations in the township.…
Civic Snapshot: July 8, 2025 Oshtemo Township Board of Trustees
In their work session the Board welcomed a public official update from kalamazoo County Deputy Uglade who reviewed highlights from the new and ongoing Community Policing Program. Planning Director Jodi Stefforia reviewed achievements, goals, and vision for the Township Planning…
Civic Snapshot: July 7, 2025 Kalamazoo City Commission
The Commission was updated on ongoing development projects by Deputy City Manager, Rebekah Kik as she reviewed progress on the Arcadia Creek Festival site and the 322 Stockbridge development.
Civic Snapshot: June 24-25, 2025 Oshtemo Township Board of Trustees and Budget Meetings.
The board begins its budget meetings with a review of departmental achievements, goals, and vision for the future development of the township. In the first of two meetings the board reviewed presentations from the Assessing and Building Departments as well…
Civic Snapshot: June 25, 2025 Comstock Township Downtown Development Authority
The DDA considered their exclusion in recent township board decisions, the use of fund balances to cover budget shortfalls, and the impact of CIP fund allocations on DDA projects. Public comments included complaints about board member behavior affecting community members…
Civic Snapshot: June 24, 2025 City of Kalamazoo Natural Features Protection Review Board
Members discussed the redevelopment project at a former brownfield site on Belfort Street. The project involves constructing housing for individuals recovering from substance use disorders, with considerations for stormwater management, protected trees, and native landscaping. The board evaluated the environmental…
Civic Snapshot: June 24, 2025 Oshtemo Township Zoning Board of Appeals
The board deliberated on setback and sidewalk variances requested for a property located on Venture Park Drive. The applicant requested a setback variance for an office building addition and a variance to waive the requirement for a sidewalk installation. The…
