Kalamazoo County Government - May 19, 2026 Kalamazoo County Committee of the Whole
In the Board of Commissioners Committee of the Whole Meeting held on May 19, 2026, several key issues are discussed. Jane Goosh from Discover Kalamazoo shares the successful sale of an indoor sports facility and the potential allocation of American Rescue Plan funds to Discover Kalamazoo. Cindy Dunbar raises concerns about the Wildwood housing crisis in Kalamazoo Township. The Board reviews the accounts payable and payroll disbursements, as well as the monthly investment report. Discussions include the establishment of a special assessment district for Austin Lake, Long Lake, and Westlake, with the need for court approval. The commissioners also deliberate on the facilities master plan, considering the sale of the current administration building and prioritizing projects such as the new jail. The Board expresses interest in a special session to discuss these priorities further. Additionally, Fishback is recommended for architectural services for the new administration building, though concerns about timing and prioritization are raised. The meeting also features a closed session for the periodic personnel evaluation of the county administrator.
00:00 Introduction
00:00:03 Call to Order and Roll Call
00:00:50 Public Comment
00:05:54 Accounts Payable and Payroll Disbursements Review
00:07:01 Monthly Investment Report
00:10:18 Housing Development Presentation
00:32:50 Discussion on Housing and Leasing Issues
00:37:00 Developer’s Willingness to Accept Vouchers
00:38:00 Lake Level Orders and Special Assessment District
01:00:03 Approval of Resolution for ARPA Expenditure Deadline
01:00:33 Discussion on Long Range Financial Plan for Facilities Master Plan Implementation
01:01:55 Discussion on Strategy and Fiscal Controls
01:09:21 Concerns about Jail Conditions and Facilities Prioritization
01:16:16 Proposal for Ad Hoc Committee on Facilities Planning
01:21:19 Recommendation of Fishback for Architectural Services
01:30:00 First Reading of Proclamations of Condolence
01:32:03 Closed Session for Personnel Evaluation
