Road Commission of Kalamazoo County - February 10, 2026 Board of County Road Commissioners Meeting
The Board approves road contracts for Cooper and Texas Townships, highlighting funding sources and project details. The meeting addresses a major solar farm project in Richland Township, involving road use agreements with Consumers Energy. Equipment needs for chip seal projects are also a focal point, with discussions on distributor acquisition and application challenges. The board also considers extended road funding and legislative updates. This meeting offers insights into local infrastructure development and management strategies.
00:00 Introduction
00:00:17 Call to Order
00:00:25 Public Comment Guidelines
00:01:25 Pledge of Allegiance
00:02:01 Approval of Agenda
00:02:43 Approval of Minutes
00:03:25 Approval of Payroll and Vendor Accounts
00:04:09 Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items (First Opportunity)
00:07:52 New Business: Request Approval of Various Agreements in Texas Township
00:16:42 New Business: Request to Rescind and Approve Revised Cab and Chassis Purchase
00:21:24 New Business: Request Approval of Cooper Township Local Road Contract
00:26:23 New Business: Request Approval of Texas Township Local Road Contract
00:29:01 Request Approval of County Road Association Director’s Ballot
00:30:44 Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items (Second Opportunity)
00:31:06 Managing Director’s Time
00:32:31 Road Commission Seasonal Weight Restrictions
00:32:45 Asphalt Demotion Bids and Vendor Issues
00:41:00 Chip Seal Program and Equipment Needs
00:48:00 Public Comments and Questions
00:52:00 Solar Farm Project in Richland Township
00:59:00 Commissioner Reports and Committee Updates
