Meeting Brief

Highlights of local government meetings

Meeting Brief: February 4, 2025 Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners

The Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners Committee of the Whole meeting on February 4. Key topics included the announcement of a new LISC AmeriCorps member position with the Planning and Development Department, aimed at enhancing redevelopment efforts in local municipalities.…

Meeting Brief: February 3, 2025 Comstock Township Board of Trustees

The Board welcomed a large crowd for the discussion and initial approval of a housing development proposal by developer Matt Watts, who aims to build affordable housing options. The board also addressed the implications of new state laws on local…

Meeting Brief: February 3, 2025 Kalamazoo City Commission

The Commission reviewed a presentation by Sharilyn Parsons, the Housing Development Supervisor and Julie Johnston, on the HUD Consolidated Plan. The plan outlines housing priorities for the next five years, including increasing access to affordable housing, supporting vulnerable populations, and…

Meeting Brief: January 23, 2025 Kalamazoo Public Schools Board of Education

The board celebrated student achievements from Prairie Ridge Elementary and honored presidential award winning teacher, Shannon Houtrouw from the Kalamazoo Area Math and Science Center. The Board considered the Superintendents recommendation for the future of El Sol School and unanimously…

Meeting Brief: January 28, 2025 Oshtemo Township Board of Trustees

With several Trustees out sick or joining remotely, the Board work session reviewed the role of the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority in promoting economic development, and the introduction of housing incentives to address the housing gap. In the regular meeting the…

Meeting Brief: January 28, 2025 Road Commission of Kalamazoo County

The board discussed the Safe Streets for All initiative, focusing on reducing roadway departure crashes through continued maintenance including measures like tree removal and rumble strips. The board also reviewed the website access to the program data. Find out more…

Meeting Brief: January 27, 2025 City of Kalamazoo City Commission

At the City of Kalamazoo Committee of the Whole Meeting, President Jane Gosh of Discover Kalamazoo updated the Commission on tourism initiatives and community events. The meeting highlighted the introduction of new attractions, such as National Kazoo Day and Kalamazoo…

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