Civic Snapshot: August 26, 2025 City of Kalamazoo Natural Features Protection Review Board

The NFP Board reviewed plans for a pump station project at Spring Valley Park in Kalamazoo. The project aims to consolidate and upgrade pump station five to enhance water treatment capabilities, particularly for iron and PFAS removal. The board reviewed the project’s alignment with the Natural Features Protection overlay district, ensuring minimal environmental impact, including tree preservation and erosion control measures. The meeting provided detailed insights into the project’s logistics, environmental considerations, and regulatory compliance, highlighting the collaboration between city engineers and regulatory bodies to meet new water quality standards.