Kalamazoo Township - October 13, 2026 Kalamazoo Township Regular Board

Updated about 2 hours ago

Public comments address public notice issues for a budget hearing. Notable agenda items include resolutions regarding the base pay of the township treasurer and clerk, addressing stipend and duty reallocations. The board discusses the reassignment of marijuana administration duties to the planning and zoning administrator. Additionally, there is a call for a future discussion on board member salary studies. The meeting includes public hearings, with a focus on zoning classification changes and the postponement of a budget hearing due to a public notice error.

Chapters

Call to Order (00:17:10)
The meeting was officially called to order by the chair, marking the beginning of the session.

The chair, announced the start of the meeting, indicating that the board was now in session and ready to proceed with the agenda.
Pledge of Allegiance (00:17:20)
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by those present, showing respect to the flag and the country.

The clerk led the board and attendees in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, a customary opening act of respect and patriotism at the start of the meeting.
Roll Call (00:17:40)
Roll call was conducted to record attendance, with several trustees marked present and others excused.

The roll call was conducted, confirming the presence of Trustee Glass, Clerk Mackie, Supervisor Combs, Treasurer Robinson, and Trustee Leonard. Trustee Martin was excused, as were some other trustees.
Approval of Agenda (00:18:12)
The agenda was reviewed and amended with additions and deletions, including removing an item from the consent agenda.

The board discussed and amended the agenda, removing the approval of meeting minutes from the consent agenda due to errors, and excused two trustees. The agenda was approved as amended.
Public Comment (00:19:57)
Public comments were made, including concerns about public notices and acknowledgment of agenda corrections.

A member of the public commented on the lack of public notice for a budget hearing but acknowledged the board's action to remove the item from the agenda due to this oversight. No further public comments were made.
Consent Agenda (00:20:53)
The consent agenda was approved with amendments, removing a specific item for further discussion.

The board approved the consent agenda after removing item 6 F, as recommended by the superintendent and supervisor. The consent agenda typically includes routine items grouped together for approval.
Public Hearings and Presentations (00:21:25)
Public hearings were held, including a rezoning request discussion, with motions and votes.

The board conducted public hearings on various topics, including a rezoning request from industrial to residential zoning. After discussion and a roll call vote, the motion to approve the rezoning was carried.
New Business - Treasurer's Salary Resolution (00:25:04)
The board discussed a resolution setting the base pay for the Township treasurer and voted on it.

The board discussed setting the base salary for the Township treasurer, with considerations of responsibilities and comparison to other jurisdictions. The motion was made to approve the resolution, which was then passed by roll call vote.
New Business - Clerk's Salary Resolution (00:31:00)
A resolution to set the base pay for the Township clerk was discussed and approved by the board.

The board discussed and approved a resolution setting the base pay for the Township clerk, including a FOIA stipend. The board noted the increased workload and staffing changes affecting the clerk's office.
New Business - Marijuana Administration Reassignment (00:47:58)
The board reassigned marijuana administration duties to the planning and zoning administrator.

A motion was made to reassign marijuana administration duties to the planning and zoning administrator, with a transition period for training. The board discussed the alignment of these duties with the role.
Public Comment (Second Session) (00:52:12)
The second session of public comments was opened but received no comments from attendees.

The board opened the floor for a second session of public comments, providing attendees an opportunity to speak. However, no members of the public stepped forward to comment.
Adjournment to Closed Session (00:52:22)
The board voted to enter a closed session to discuss attorney-client privileged material.

The board moved to enter a closed session under the Open Meetings Act to discuss an attorney-client privileged memorandum regarding a service agreement, concluding the public portion of the meeting.