Kalamazoo Township - Board of Trustees - April 13, 2026 Kalamazo Township Board of Trustees

Updated about 9 hours ago

The board appointed Donald Martin to fill a vacant Trustee position until the next election. The meeting included a presentation by Dave Pawloski from the Kalamazoo County Road Commission, highlighting the county's road maintenance efforts and future plans for tree management. The board discussed and approved a contract for a sewer extension project involving Jones & Sons Excavating. Additionally, the Superintendent updated the board on financial operations, including a review by a CPA and an upcoming independent audit. The meeting concluded with public comments and reminders about the upcoming election in May.

Chapters

Roll Call (00:00:03)
Attendance was taken for the meeting, confirming the presence of several trustees and noting one vacancy.

Trustee Leonard, Clerk Mackey, Supervisor Combs, and Treasurer Robinson were present. Trustee Glass was also present, and there was one vacancy noted. A motion was made to excuse Trustee Sherwood.
Motion to Excuse Trustee Sherwood (00:00:12)
A motion was made and passed to excuse Trustee Sherwood from the meeting.

A motion was proposed to excuse Trustee Sherwood from the meeting. The motion was supported and carried with all members in favor.
Public Comment Period (00:00:36)
The first public comment period was opened, allowing residents to speak for three minutes each.

Residents were invited to step to the podium and provide public comments. Dave Pawloski from the Road Commission of Kalamazoo County gave an update on the annual report and mentioned issues concerning trees and roads.
Consent Agenda Approval (00:03:16)
The consent agenda was approved as recommended by the superintendent and supervisor.

Clerk Mackey moved to approve the consent agenda. The motion was supported, and the vote was unanimous in favor. There were no public hearings or presentations scheduled.
New Business - Trustee Appointment (00:03:47)
Discussion on appointing a new trustee to fill the vacant board seat until the next election.

The board discussed appointing a trustee to fill the vacant position until the next regular election. Candidates were heard from in a previous work session, and Mr. Donald Martin was nominated for the appointment.
Vote on Trustee Appointment (00:05:14)
The board voted to appoint Mr. Donald Martin as the new trustee, filling the vacancy until the next election.

A motion was made to appoint Mr. Donald Martin to the board of trustees. The discussion highlighted Mr. Martin's qualifications and his decision not to run in the election. The vote was carried, and Mr. Martin was sworn in as trustee.
Sewer Extension Contract (00:11:43)
Approval of a contract for a sewer extension project was discussed and voted on.

The superintendent provided an overview of the sewer extension project from Mazel to Douglas to the new community campus. A motion was made to approve the contract with Graham and Sons Excavating, which was passed unanimously.
Second Public Comment Period (00:13:33)
The second public comment period was opened, with no comments made in the room or on Zoom.

Residents were invited again to make public comments. Dave Pawloski from Kalamazoo County congratulated Trustee Martin. No other comments were made.
Superintendent's Comments (00:14:23)
The superintendent provided an update on financial operations and audits following a treasurer transition.

The superintendent explained the steps taken to review financial operations, including a CPA review and an upcoming independent audit. The financial records were reported to be in order, ensuring a smooth transition for the new treasurer.
Board Member Reports (00:16:30)
Board members gave reports, welcomed the new trustee, and provided election updates.

Trustee Martin expressed gratitude for the appointment. Other board members thanked him for his willingness to serve. An update on the upcoming election and absentee ballots was provided.
Adjournment (00:19:10)
The meeting was adjourned following a motion and vote to do so.

A motion to adjourn the meeting was made and carried. The meeting was formally adjourned after a unanimous vote.