Kalamazoo County - Board of Commissioners - February 3, 2026 Meeting
The Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners convenes for their regular business meeting on February 3, 2026. The meeting begins with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by roll call. They proceed to approve proclamations and communications, including a resolution from Iron County and an email from Zachary Lasseter. The board also discusses correspondence from the Village of Climax Planning Commission regarding their master plan process and a communication from Consumers Energy about proposed data center projects. Vice Chair Taylor highlights concerns about a looming structural deficit in the employee benefits fund and suggests potential changes to benefits offerings. Additionally, the RX Kids annual report is mentioned, with positive remarks about its impact. The board looks into the ongoing Oshtemo Township sewer project and the police protection agreement with Oshtemo and Comstock Townships. The meeting also includes updates from the administrator on innovative recycling practices by SH Pan, the progress of the new administration building’s architectural and engineering RFP, and legislative meetings in Lansing regarding a new household hazardous waste facility. Commissioners express gratitude towards those working during the winter storms and acknowledge the efforts of county employees and partners. The meeting concludes with member time, where commissioners share additional thoughts and community updates.
00:00 Introduction
00:26 Call to Order
00:35 Invocation or Reflection
01:22 Pledge of Allegiance
01:41 Roll Call
02:11 Proclamations
02:45 Communications
04:50 Approval of Minutes
05:19 Approval of Agenda
05:47 Public Comment – First Opportunity
06:36 Consent Agenda
07:26 Unfinished Business and General Orders
08:02 Public Comment – Second Opportunity
08:16 Reports of Officers, Boards, and Committees
12:57 Administrator’s Report
17:03 Member Time
22:12 Adjournment
