In their work session the Board continued to review departmental achievements, goals, and vision with presentations from the Legal Department and Anna Horner of Public Works. Discover Kalamazoo President, Jane Gosch provided an update on the ongoing development of the Kalamazoo Youth Sports Complex. The board also discussed a $1 million state grant for the fire department, which will be managed through the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, and adopted the International Fire Code to align with state standards. Additionally, updates on public works projects, including the chime street sanitary sewer extension, were provided. The meeting also addressed budget amendments for various projects, including mandatory sewer connections and park developments.