Civic Snapshots
Highlights of local government meetings
Civic Snapshot: April 7, 2025 Comstock Township Board of Trustees
The board addressed deputy appointments for the treasurer and supervisor, with discussions on their roles and office access. Public comments included concerns about veterans' respect and tornado sirens. William Knight is introduced as the new deputy treasurer. A rezoning request…
Civic Snapshot: April 7, 2025 Kalamazoo City Commission
The commission heard from Justin Gish, the citys sustainability planner, and Taylor Van Winkle, the countys climate sustainability coordinator. Gish updated the commission on various sustainability efforts, including the citys work to become a 'Bee City' and initiatives to improve…
Civic Snapshot: April 1, 2025 Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners
Discover Kalamazoo president Jane Ghosh presented plans for a new youth sports facility, proposing a hotel assessment to fund its construction. Two candidates for the Kalamazoo County Transportation Authority were interviewed and appointed to the advisory panel. The board evaluated…
Civic Snapshot: March 31, 2025 City of Kalamazoo Special Meeting
The commission held a special session to approve a critical loan agreement for the Legacy housing development just ahead of the property's April 7 closing. This project aims to construct senior housing on the north side in collaboration with Mount…
Civic Snapshot: March 27, 2025 Comstock Township Moratorium Committee
The first Comstock Township Moratorium Committee Meeting held on March 27, 2025, focuses on addressing the impact of state preemption on local zoning authority regarding large-scale renewable energy projects, including utility-scale battery storage systems. Attorney Rob Thal presents legal challenges…
Civic Snapshot: March 27, 2025 Comstock Township Planning Commission
The Commission considered a rezoning request to facilitate a manufacturing expansion for Landscape Forms. The applicant seeks to expand their production facility and associated parking. The commission also reviewed a proposed mobile vendor ordinance, discussing business hours, parking, and licensing…
Civic Snapshot: March 26, 2025 Comstock Township Downtown Development Authority
The board discusses maintaining the current salary for DDA executive director, due to budget constraints, with plans to revisit this if development occurs. The meeting also addresses ongoing challenges with a riverfront development project, particularly negotiations with property owner Howard…
