Kalamazoo County public meetings in 2021
70 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a public hearing on a residential rezoning request and voting on several service contracts. The body will also set a public hearing date for the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget.
- Rezoning of 1011, 1017, 1029 Denner Street/1405 Alamo Avenue from RS-5 to RD-19
- Contract with MMRC through Ibex Insurance Agency not to exceed $1,049,177
- Contract with OpenGov, Inc. for software not to exceed $307,251.66
- Sale of 440 South Burdick Street to Burdick@Cedar, LLC for $100,000
- Contract with Rathco Safety Supply, Inc. for traffic control devices at $229,642.50 annually
Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors
The Finance Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and review the Q3 2021 investment report. The board will also discuss annual reporting, independent audits, and tax filings.
- Approval of August 30, 2021 minutes
- FFEIS Quarterly Investment Report for Q3, 2021
- Annual Reporting, Independent Audit, and Tax Filing
Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors
The Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors is meeting to review the 2022 FFE City Budget Amendment. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the October 25, 2021 meeting.
- 2022 FFE City Budget Amendment
- Approval of October 25, 2021 minutes
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to review items for upcoming agendas. The session includes a presentation regarding the 4-Year Imagine Kalamazoo 2025 Update.
- Presentation on 4-Year Imagine Kalamazoo 2025 Update
Local Officers Compensation Commission
The Local Officers Compensation Commission is meeting to review its compensation philosophy and determine compensation levels. The body will also discuss the next steps for reporting these findings to the City Commission.
- Review of compensation philosophy
- Determination of compensation levels
- Approval of December 11, 2019 meeting minutes
Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is meeting to approve previous minutes and schedule a special board meeting. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.
- Approval of October 11, 2021 minutes
- Scheduling of a Special Board meeting via Zoom for December 20, 2021 at 2:30 pm
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Discussion of the Proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a dimensional variance for a corporate campus. The board will also consider a request for a variance extension for a development project.
- ZBA #21-12-15: Request by Graphic Packaging International, LLC for a dimensional variance to add 198 off-street parking spaces at 1400 & 1401 Harrison St and associated Paterson and Pitcher St properties
- ZBA #21-12-16: Request by River Caddis Development LLC for a six-month extension of variances at 508 Harrison St/660 Gull Rd
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to review upcoming agenda items and hold a work session. The primary focus of the session is a presentation regarding drinking water quality and testing.
- Drinking Water Quality and Testing Presentation
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to discuss a sustainability strategy and vote on an ordinance to allow temporary emergency housing facilities. The body is also reviewing several property acquisitions for homeownership infill and various city contracts.
- Ordinance to add Article VIII, 'Emergency Housing', to Chapter 9 of the Building and Building Regulations
- Grant of $1,000,000 from the Irving S Gilmore Foundation for Kalamazoo Farmer's Market Redevelopment
- Purchase of multiple properties on N. Rose, N. Burdick, and W. Frank streets for homeownership infill for up to $164,500
- Professional service agreement with Hurley & Stewart, LLC for $262,000 for Parkview Avenue water main and street project
- First reading of ordinance to rezone 1011, 1017, 1029 Denner Street/1405 Alamo Avenue to Residential – Duplex District (RD-19)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting to review the 2022 Capital Improvement Plan requested by Community Planning & Economic Development. The body will also receive a presentation on the 4-Year Master Plan Update.
- Review of 2022 Capital Improvement Plan (P.C. #2021.18)
- Presentation on 4-Year Master Plan Update
- Review of 2021 Site Plan Review Spreadsheet
- Establishment of 2022 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a dimensional variance request. The City of Kalamazoo is seeking authorization for projecting signs at several specific addresses where they are currently not permitted.
- Public hearing ZBA #21-11-14: request for projecting signs at 509 W. Vine St., 722 Locust St., and 802, 816, 824, and 832 S. Westnedge Ave.
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting for a Committee of the Whole session. The primary focus is a work session presentation regarding an Emergency Temporary Housing Ordinance.
- Emergency Temporary Housing Ordinance presentation
City Commission
The City Commission is reviewing several contract approvals and infrastructure investments. The body is deciding on the issuance of revenue bonds for water and wastewater systems and the purchase of emergency equipment.
- Notice of Intent for 2022 Water Supply System Revenue Bonds not to exceed $37,000,000
- Notice of Intent for 2022 Wastewater System Revenue Bonds not to exceed $24,000,000
- Purchase of a 100’ rear mount aerial platform from Spartan Emergency Response for $1,292,745
- Five-year contract with NICE for a digital evidence system for $853,682
- Sole source purchase with MDOT for a traffic signal at Harrison Street and East Michigan Avenue for $181,207.11
City Commission
The 53rd City Commission will adjourn following a report from the Board of Canvassers regarding the November 2, 2021, municipal election. The 54th City Commission will then be seated with the administration of the oath of office to the newly elected Mayor, Vice Mayor, and City Commissioners.
- Report from the Board of Canvassers for the November 2, 2021 Municipal Election
- Administration of the Oath of Office to the newly elected Mayor, Vice Mayor, and City Commissioners
- Proclamations honoring Eric Cunningham, Patrese Griffin, Erin Knott, and Jack Urban
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for a tattoo shop and art gallery. The body will also review a site plan for a building addition at 4502 Campus Drive.
- Public hearing for Heirloom Arts, LLC special use permit at 1919 Stearns Avenue
- Site Plan Review for Kalexsyn Inc. building addition at 4502 Campus Drive
Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors
The Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors will meet to review the 2022 City FFE Budget. The board will also discuss the 2022 meeting schedule and director placements.
- Approval of 2022 City FFE Budget
- Approval of 2022 Board and Committee Meeting Schedule
- Annual Director Placement
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting for a Committee of the Whole session to review upcoming agenda items. The meeting includes work sessions regarding Metro Transit, a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion internal assessment, and the Foundation for Excellence budget.
- Metro Transit update
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Internal Assessment presentation
- Foundation for Excellence Budget presentation
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to vote on several high-value infrastructure and equipment contracts. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding sidewalk maintenance assessments for the Kalamazoo Mall.
- Contract with Xylem Vue Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Real-Time Level, Flow and Rain Monitoring Decision Support System for $3,593,556.29
- Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement with De Lage Landen Public Finance for Milham Park Golf Course golf carts for $875,254.84
- Contract with Hoffman Brothers, Inc. for Mountain Home Cemetery improvements for $598,136.10
- Public hearing on Resolution #4 for 2020 Kalamazoo Mall Sidewalk Maintenance Assessment at $16.018 per front foot
- Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) resolutions for 1101 Portage Street, 508 Harrison Street, and 660 Gull Road
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property on Winchell Avenue. The board will determine if a group daycare can be authorized on a local street.
- Public hearing ZBA #21-10-13: Variance request for group daycare at 3105 Winchell Avenue
Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors
The meeting agenda consists of procedural items. The board is scheduled to approve minutes from August 30, 2021, and the agenda for October 25, 2021.
- Approval of August 30, 2021 minutes
- Approval of October 25, 2021 Board Agenda
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding three specific property requests. These include a request for a group daycare permit and a rezoning request for residential properties.
- Special use permit request for group daycare (7 to 12 children) at 3105 Winchell Avenue
- Rezoning request from RS-5 to RD-19 for 1011, 1017, 1029 Denner Street/1405 Alamo Avenue
- Special use permit request to expand auto sales business at 717 Riverview Drive
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss the Kalamazoo Energy Collaborative partnership with Consumers Energy. The body will also review a ground penetrating radar report regarding a Native American mound in Bronson Park.
- Kalamazoo Energy Collaborative partnership with Consumers Energy
- Ground Penetrating Radar Report for Native American Mound in Bronson Park
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to vote on several infrastructure and equipment contracts. These include funding for a new public safety station and sewer rehabilitation. The body will also discuss collective bargaining strategy in a closed session.
- Contract with Owen-Ames-Kimball Company for Public Safety Station #2: $9,460,470
- Contract with Corby Energy Services, Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation: $645,310.50
- Contract extension with Wightman for professional surveying services: $185,580
- Purchase of a compact excavator from Michigan CAT: $120,181.24
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting for a Committee of the Whole session. The primary action item is a motion to enter a closed session to discuss collective bargaining negotiation strategy.
- Closed session regarding collective bargaining negotiation strategy
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to review items for upcoming agendas. The session includes a specific work session focused on youth programs.
- Work session on Youth Programs
City Commission
The City Commission is deciding on the allocation of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for community violence and non-profit grants. The body will also consider a rezoning request and a tax exemption extension. Other business includes a security camera contract and sidewalk maintenance assessments.
- Acceptance of $38,872,877 in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
- Proposed $1,000,000 allocation for community violence intervention
- Proposed $1,100,000 allocation to United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region
- Contract with MOSS Communications for security cameras for $453,602.73
- Public hearing to rezone 333 E. Alcott Street from M-1 to RM-24
Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors
The Board of Directors will discuss the draft 2022 City FFE Budget Transmittal Memo and review second-quarter 2021 endowment reports. The meeting also includes a report on endowment gift acceptance and program updates.
- Draft 2022 City FFE Budget Transmittal Memo
- Q2 2021 Endowment Report
- Endowment Gift Acceptance report
- Resignation acceptance and appointment
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider three dimensional variance requests. These include requests for additional parking spaces, residential lot size reductions, and a distance exception for a marijuana retailer.
- ZBA #21-09-10: Request for 15 additional off-street parking spaces at 3301 S. Burdick Street
- ZBA #21-09-11: Request for lot width and area variances at 738 Harrison Street
- ZBA #21-09-12: Request for a 350-foot variance from the required separation between a marijuana retailer and a childcare center at 3928 Portage Street
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss an independent review of the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety. The session focuses on the comparison, analysis, and recommendations following two critical incidents from 2020.
- Work session on Independent Review of Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety regarding two 2020 critical incidents
City Commission
The City Commission is reviewing a consent agenda featuring several municipal contracts and professional service agreements. The body is also considering a rezoning request and setting public hearings for a tax exemption extension.
- Contract with Peters Construction Co. for Parkview Avenue – Oakland to Tamsin water main and street improvements for $2,986,431.35
- First reading of ordinance to rezone 333 E. Alcott Street from M-1 to RM-24
- Resolution to set a public hearing for a Graphic Packaging International, LLC tax exemption extension for property valued at $191,000,000
- Professional Services Agreement with Previn & Newhof for $395,600
- Resolution setting salaries for the City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk, and Internal Auditor
Planning Commission
The Civil Rights Board is meeting to discuss internal governance and operational updates. The agenda focuses on board nominations, goal setting, and administrative processes.
- Process and timeline for vacant board positions
- Discussion and nomination of Board Chair
- Discussion of Board 90-day goals
- Discussion regarding the Civil Rights Board name
- Update on complaints
Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors
The Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors Finance Committee is meeting to review financial reports and budget drafts. The body will discuss investment reports and the acceptance of endowment gifts.
- 2022 Draft City FFE Budget
- FFEIS Quarterly Investment Report for Q2, 2021
- Endowment Gift Acceptance
- Approval of April 12, 2021 minutes
Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors
The Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors will meet to receive director status updates and approve the agenda for the September 13, 2021 meeting. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from April 12, 2021.
- Approval of April 12, 2021 minutes
- Director status updates
- Approval of September 13, 2021 Board Agenda
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss a proposed prioritization process for American Rescue Plan stimulus funds. The body will also review items for upcoming agendas.
- Proposed prioritization process for American Rescue Plan / Stimulus Funds
City Commission
The City Commission will consider purchasing three properties for permanent housing, wetland restoration, and commercial development. The body will also hold public hearings on zoning code and map amendments regarding the Natural Features Protection Overlay.
- Purchase of 322 East Stockbridge Avenue, 216 East Emerson Street, and 218 East Emerson Street for $2,000,000
- Public hearings on Natural Features Protection Overlay zoning code and map amendments
- Contract with Balkema Excavating, Inc. for Schippers Leaf Compost Site Public Utility Improvements for $615,635
- MOU with Youth Opportunities Unlimited to administer Summer Youth Employment Program for $825,000
- Purchase of three Ford F-550 trucks from Gorno Ford totaling $423,446
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a request for two use variances at 433 Riverview Drive. The board will determine if the property can be used for auto detailing and car sales.
- Public hearing ZBA #21-08-09: Request by Robert Jeffries for use variances at 433 Riverview Drive for auto detailing and car sales
City Commission
The City Commission and the Citizens Public Safety Review and Appeal Board are holding a joint meeting. The session is focused on a presentation by the OIR Group regarding an independent review of two 2020 critical incidents involving the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety.
- Presentation of the Independent Review of Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety in Two 2020 Critical Incidents by the OIR Group
Planning Commission
The City of Kalamazoo Planning Commission is meeting to conduct two public hearings. The commission will consider a rezoning request for a parcel on E Alcott Avenue and a special use permit for a property on S. Westnedge Ave.
- Public hearing for 333 E Alcott Avenue: request to rezone 6.6 acres from Manufacturing – Limited District (M-1) to Residential – Multi Dwelling District (RM-24)
- Public hearing for 4221 S. Westnedge Ave.: request for a special use permit for an animal kennel in the Commercial – Community District (CC)
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting electronically to review upcoming agenda items. The session includes a discussion regarding the return to in-person meetings for public bodies.
- Discussion on returning to in-person meetings of public bodies
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to extend the local COVID-19 emergency to allow electronic meetings through December 31, 2021. The body is also considering zoning updates and waste management plan amendments.
- Contract extension with Carus, LLC for phosphoric acid purchase of $113,400
- Proposed ordinances amending the Zoning Code and Zoning Map for the Natural Features Protection Overlay
- Amendments to the Kalamazoo County Solid Waste Management Plan for Waste Not C&D Recycling Center and Miller Road Transfer Station
- Designation of polling facility locations for Precincts 5, 10, 15, 22, and 23
- Postponed purchase of 322 East Stockbridge Avenue, 216 East Emerson Street, and 218 East Emerson Street for $2,000,000
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting electronically to review upcoming agenda items. The session includes a presentation on the Business Development Fund and a discussion regarding the return to in-person meetings for public bodies.
- Business Development Fund presentation
- Discussion on returning to in-person meetings of public bodies
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to decide on financing for FY 2021 capital projects and the refunding of previous bonds. The body will also consider ordinances regarding off-road vehicle use and Juneteenth fireworks. Additionally, the commission is reviewing several city contracts and board appointments.
- Issuance of General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds not to exceed $17,500,000
- Contract with Envirogen Technologies for foul air mitigation treatment system for $1,766,800
- Contract change order with Kendall Electric Inc. for Water Reclamation Plant equipment for $1,506,927
- Ordinance clarifying operation of Off-Road and All-Terrain Vehicles on public streets
- Ordinance permitting consumer fireworks for the Juneteenth National Independence Holiday
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a Committee of the Whole meeting to review upcoming agenda items. The session includes a work session regarding a proposed agreement for school resource officer services.
- Proposed Memorandum of Agreement with Kalamazoo Public Schools for Department of Public Safety School Resource Officer services for the 2021-2022 school year
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to consider several rezoning requests and the establishment of a local historic district. The body will also vote on various city contracts and a resolution to return to in-person meetings.
- Public hearings for rezoning properties south of Paterson Street and 203, 207, and 211 Wall Street
- Proposed historic district for First Baptist Church at 315 West Michigan Avenue
- Sidewalk Improvement Project #2 contract with Peters Construction Co. for $709,232.11
- Downtown Snowmelt System boiler retubing with Dean Boiler, Inc. for $176,100
- Sale of 510 Phelps Avenue to Sherah Berry for $1,000
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a special use permit and zoning code changes. The body will also review the City Planner's report.
- Public hearing for a rooming house special use permit at 723 Cooley Street
- Public hearing for Natural Features Protection Overlay Map and text amendments to Zoning Code Chapter 50, Article 6
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to review items for upcoming agendas. The session includes a work session to discuss the results of the 2021 National Community Survey for Kalamazoo.
- Review of upcoming City Commission agenda items
- Work session on 2021 National Community Survey results
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to discuss water system improvements and various city contracts. The body will consider several property rezonings and the sale of city-owned land.
- Public hearing for a Project Plan for Water System Improvements
- Contract with Denny's Excavating for LaCrone Park Splash Pad for $421,077.05
- Contract extension with Constellation New Energy for natural gas for $750,000
- First reading of ordinances to rezone properties on Wall Street and near Paterson Street
- Sale of 738 Harrison Street to Kalamazoo Neighborhood Housing Services for $500
City Commission
The City of Kalamazoo Commission is meeting for a Committee of the Whole session. The primary focus of the meeting is a work session to discuss future goals and priorities.
- Work session regarding future goals and priorities
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to review items for upcoming agendas. The session includes a work session regarding Local Fiscal Recovery Funds from the American Rescue Plan.
- Work session on American Rescue Plan: Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
City Commission
The City Commission is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, including road improvements on Sun Valley Drive. The body is also considering amendments to the city code regarding secondhand dealers and resolutions on federal and state legislation.
- Asphalt Paving Materials contract extension with Rieth-Riely Construction Co. for $996,000
- 2021 Sun Valley Drive Improvement Project contract with Peters Construction for $655,541.12
- PFAS testing purchase order with Vista Analytical Laboratories for $170,423
- Ordinance to amend City Code Chapter 24 regarding Pawnbrokers, Secondhand Dealers, and Junk and Recycling Dealers
- Downtown Development Authority request to levy a tax rate of 1.9638 mills
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings regarding property rezoning. The body will also receive reports from the City Planner and an update on Natural Features Protection Phase 2.
- Public hearing on rezoning 203, 207 and 211 Wall Street from Commercial Office (CO) to Live Work 1 (LW1)
- Public hearing on rezoning properties south of Paterson Street, east of Edwards Street, north of North Street, and west of Verberg Park/Walbridge Street
- Natural Features Protection Phase 2 Update
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to review items for upcoming agendas. The session includes a work session focused on inclusive election services.
- Work session on Inclusive Election Services
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to vote on several infrastructure and service contracts. The body will also consider an ordinance regarding pawnbrokers and secondhand dealers and review proposals for the Shared Prosperity Kalamazoo High Impact Fund.
- Contract with Waste Management of Michigan for belt press solids disposal: $6,208,710
- Purchase of Neptune Water Meters from Ferguson Water Works: $1,130,783.05
- Purchase of Truvac Vactor hydro excavation truck: $462,924.65
- Contract with Balkema Construction for Martin Luther King Jr. Park improvements: $178,178
- First reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 24 regarding Pawnbrokers, Secondhand Dealers, and Junk and Recycling Dealers
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to review four variance requests. These include proposals for a hotel height increase, residential use of commercial space, and fencing and parking lot adjustments.
- ZBA #21-05-08: Request for a dimensional variance to build a five-story hotel at 225 Parsons St. (maximum permitted is three stories)
- ZBA #21-05-06: Request for a use variance to allow two dwelling units on the ground floor at 1503 S. Burdick St.
- ZBA #21-05-05: Request for dimensional variances for 7-foot and 8-foot opaque fencing at 2636 Bronson Blvd.
- ZBA #21-05-07: Request for a variance to extend a parking lot into the root zone of a maple tree at 3110 Oakland Dr.
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting electronically to review upcoming agenda items. The meeting includes a work session focused on public safety and group violence intervention.
- Work session on Public Safety — Group Violence Intervention
- Review of items for upcoming City Commission agendas
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the issuance of bonds to refinance and fund capital improvements for Friendship Village of Kalamazoo. The body will also consider several infrastructure and maintenance contracts.
- Public hearing on bonds for Friendship Village of Kalamazoo to refinance 2010 EDC bonds and fund capital improvements
- Contract with Niswander Environmental LLC for Milham Park Dam removal and Portage Creek restoration for $381,200
- Contract with Ferguson Waterworks for water inventory for $428,065.36
- Professional service agreement with CDM Smith for Downtown Streets Project Phase 2 for $289,840
- Contract with Rieth-Riley Construction Co. for Stockbridge Avenue Pavement Replacement for $209,568.92
Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is meeting to conduct annual administrative business. This includes electing officers and appointing directors and committee members.
- Annual Director Appointments
- Annual Election of Officers
- Annual Committee Nominations
- Approval of February 16, 2021, minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a training session on roles, responsibilities, and the site plan review process. The body will also vote to delegate site plan review to the Site Plan Review Committee and elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.
- Annual vote to delegate site plan review to Site Plan Review Committee
- Vote on Commission Officers (Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary)
- Planning Commission Training Part 2 regarding decision making and site plan review
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting electronically to review upcoming agenda items. The session includes a follow-up discussion on housing related to a previous retreat.
- Work session: Retreat Follow-Up regarding Housing
- Review of items for upcoming City Commission agendas
City Commission
The City Commission is holding public hearings on water system improvements, fair housing analysis, and two zoning map amendments. The body will also consider several infrastructure contracts and budget amendments.
- Electrical switchgear upgrades at the Water Reclamation Plant for $1,949,041
- West O Avenue Water Main Project construction for $1,407,291.50
- Zoning change for 1014 Ampersee Avenue to Commercial-Mixed Use District
- Zoning change for 315 E. Frank Street to Live Work-1 District
- Professional services agreement with Davey Resource Group for a tree inventory for $100,030
Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors
The Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence Finance Committee is meeting to discuss financial reporting. The board will review an independent audit and approve previous meeting minutes.
- Annual Financial Reporting and Independent Audit
- Approval of February 1, 2021, minutes
Foundation for Excellence Board of Directors
The Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence Executive Committee is meeting to conduct routine business. The primary action item is the approval of the agenda for the Annual FFE Meeting scheduled for April 26, 2021.
- Approval of February 1, 2021, minutes
- Approval of Annual FFE Meeting Agenda for April 26, 2021
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a Bed and Breakfast business. The board will discuss whether to allow the business to operate across three dwellings when the operator only resides in one.
- Public hearing ZBA #21-04-04: Variance request for 120, 124 and 128 W Dutton Street regarding Bed and Breakfast operator residency requirements
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to review upcoming agenda items. The session includes a follow-up discussion regarding economic development from a previous retreat.
- Review of upcoming City Commission agenda items
- Work session on economic development retreat follow-up
City Commission
The City Commission is deciding on the issuance of several refunding and capital improvement bonds. The body is also reviewing multiple contracts for road, water, and market redevelopment projects.
- Proposed 2021 Capital Improvement Bonds not to exceed $13,500,000
- Contract with Cornerstone Construction Management, Inc. for Farmers Market redevelopment Section A for $3,769,000
- Cost Share Agreement for Lake Street Water Main Reconstruction for $1,877,794.60
- Proposed Water Supply System Revenue Refunding Bonds for $8,975,000
- Zoning map amendments for 1014 Ampersee Avenue and 315 E. Frank Street
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting electronically to discuss emergency management protocols. The body will consider an ordinance to allow public bodies subject to the Open Meetings Act to continue meeting via electronic means.
- First reading of an emergency ordinance to amend Chapter 12 of the Kalamazoo City Code regarding electronic meetings
- Presentation on the Area-Wide Water Services Agreement
City Commission
The City Commission is deciding on emergency protocols to allow public bodies to meet electronically through August 31, 2021, due to COVID-19. The body is also considering a temporary suspension of minimum off-street parking requirements and various city contracts.
- Proposed ordinance to temporarily suspend minimum off-street parking requirements through November 1, 2021
- Purchase of 11 Public Safety fleet vehicles from Gorno Ford for $417,054
- Contracts for ice control salt suppliers not to exceed $500,000
- Grant of $250,000 from Foundation for Excellence to support the Disaster Relief Fund
- Contract extension with PVS Nolwood Chemicals, Inc. for $106,500
City Commission
The City of Kalamazoo Committee of the Whole will meet electronically to hold a work session. The primary focus of the meeting is a discussion regarding future goals and priorities.
- Work session on future goals and priorities
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider two use variance requests. The board will determine if specific properties can deviate from current city ordinances regarding sports field lighting and rental durations.
- ZBA #21-03-03: Request by Kalamazoo College for increased light use nights at MacKenzie Field (105 nights) and Angell Field (35 nights) at 1600 and 1708 W. Michigan Avenue/500 Burrows Road
- ZBA #21-03-04: Request by Robb Liekis and Meagen Anderson for a short-term rental use variance at 625 Winchester Place