City of Kalamazoo - May 14, 2026 Utility Policy Committee Meeting
At their May 14, 2026 meeting, the City of Kalamazoo Utility Policy Committee reviews the Stantec contract approval and the City Commission’s recent actions on lead service line replacements, highlighting the program’s progress and community support. Updates are provided on major projects such as the Kalamazoo Avenue water main and Safe Streets for All initiatives. The meeting also addresses the optimization of corrosion control systems and financial policies regarding reserves and bonding. Additionally, the committee discusses water quality issues at the local jail, with ongoing efforts to resolve elevated copper levels. Public comments and questions about wastewater rates, particularly in relation to Portage’s recent increases, are addressed, clarifying the relationship between city costs and charges to other communities. The meeting concludes with announcements of upcoming public services events and acknowledgments of successful project implementations.
00:00 Introduction
00:00:06 Call to Order
00:00:35 Approval of Agenda
00:01:04 Roll Call
00:01:52 Approval of Minutes
00:02:19 Public Comment
00:02:35 Director’s Report
00:06:21 Finance Report
00:12:51 Unfinished Business – Utility Financial Policy Amendment
00:19:43 Professional Service Invoice Approvals
00:24:19 Committee Member and Attendee Comments
00:34:55 Discussion on Sewer Cost Components
00:35:39 Appreciation and Closing Remarks
