Road Commission of Kalamazoo County - December 16, 2025 Board of County Road Commissioners Meeting
During the Kalamazoo County Road Commissioners Meeting held on December 16, 2025, the Board of County Road Commissioners discussed the 2026 budget, highlighting the challenges posed by the new road funding package and its delayed implementation. The Board reviewed the primary road capital improvement plan and addressed the need for continued road maintenance despite funding uncertainties. They approved several policy revisions, including changes to bereavement leave and sick leave policies. Additionally, the Board established the managing director as the clerk and superintendent, and the chief county engineer. The meeting also included updates on winter maintenance challenges and upcoming public comment opportunities.
00:00 Introduction
00:47 Call to Order
00:53 Public Comment Guidelines
01:57 Pledge of Allegiance
02:42 Approval of Agenda
04:02 Approval of Payroll and Vendor Accounts
05:25 Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items
05:54 Public Hearing on Draft Budget
16:24 Public Hearing on Primary Road Capital Improvement Plan
27:06 Approval of Michigan Department of Transportation Contract
29:00 Approval of Budget Amendment Resolution
31:16 Approval of Primary Road Capital Improvement Plan
35:05 Approval of Goals and Performance Measures
40:00 Adjournment
40:38 Discussion on Policy Changes: Non-Motorized Facilities
41:49 HR Policy Changes: Bereavement Leave
42:19 HR Policy Changes: Floating Holidays
43:12 HR Policy Changes: Performance Incentives and Salary Reviews
43:57 HR Policy Changes: Sick Leave Payout
45:41 Approval of Revised Board Policies
47:17 Nominations for Board Positions
48:38 Committee and Township Assignments
55:09 Establishment of Board Meeting Schedule
60:17 Appointment of Managing Director and Chief Engineer
62:27 Public Comment and Managing Director’s Report
67:02 Commissioner Comments and Reports
74:40 Motion and Vote
