In the Committee of the Whole Meeting, the board reviewed accounts payable and payroll disbursements with Finance Director Ryan Post. The Board reviewed a detailed discussion on housing with updates from Emily Pets of the Upjohn Institute on the latest housing study. The presentation highlighted rising housing costs and the need for diverse housing types in Kalamazoo County. The board also reviewed the progress of various housing projects and discussed future funding allocations, emphasizing the need for single-family and creative housing solutions. The meeting included the establishment of an ad hoc committee to recommend a site for a new indoor youth sports facility, as presented by Discover Kalamazoo Director Jane Ghosh. The Committee of the Whole meeting concluded with a presentation on a disruptive person’s policy by Corporation Counsel Louis Smith and returned briefly after closed session. In the Regular meeting, the board honored Janet Bishop and Arthur Luger for their service through official proclamations. A public hearing reviewed proposed amendments to the Kalamazoo County sanitary code and the KL Avenue landfill groundwater restriction zone expansion. Significant discussion was held regarding the termination of the paternity establishment unit within the prosecutor’s office, with concerns about the impact on the community and the realignment of staff positions. Public comments highlighted the importance of drug treatment courts and the impact of the sanitary code changes on residents. The meeting concluded with updates on budget processes and acknowledgments of community contributions.
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