Kalamazoo County - Committee of the Whole - May 20, 2025 Committee of the Whole Meeting

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The Board welcomes Thomas Dayton, a new compliance specialist for the Kalamazoo County Housing Department. Financial reports were reviewed, including accounts payable and a monthly investment report. A significant portion of the meeting focused on discussing the allocation of ARPA funds for gun violence reduction initiatives. The board debated the effectiveness and alignment of proposed funding for community health workers and data enhancement related to gun violence, ultimately deciding to hold off on allocating funds without further data. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss EPA grants.

Chapters

Call to Order and Roll Call (00:00:19)
The meeting was called to order and roll call was conducted. Commissioner Morales was absent.

The meeting was called to order by the chair. Clerk conducted the roll call. Commissioner Morales was noted as absent and would not be attending the session.
Public Comment (00:01:08)
Opportunity for the public to address the board. Ms. Toronto introduced a new employee.

Members of the public were invited to speak. Ms. Toronto introduced Thomas Dayton, the new compliance specialist for the Kalamazoo County Housing Department.
Review of Accounts Payable and Payroll Disbursements (00:02:41)
Finance Director Ryan Post presented the accounts payable claims list for approval.

Ryan Post, the finance director, presented the accounts payable claims list and payroll disbursements for board approval. He also addressed questions from commissioners.
Monthly Investment Report (00:04:41)
Deputy Chief Treasurer presented the county's investment portfolio and financial status.

The Deputy Chief Treasurer presented the monthly investment report, detailing the par value balance and market value of the county's investment portfolio, and discussed the rate of return and its implications.
Proclamation for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (00:11:46)
First reading of a proclamation for Annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

The board conducted the first reading of a proclamation for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, discussing the types of elder abuse, including financial abuse.
Gun Violence ARPA Funded Community Information Exchange (00:13:02)
Discussion on ARPA funding for a gun violence community information exchange program.

The board discussed the allocation of ARPA funds for a community information exchange program aiming to reduce gun violence, but there were concerns about its alignment with board objectives.
Closed Session Discussion (00:23:38)
Motion to enter closed session to discuss EPA grant termination with the attorney.

A motion was made to meet in a closed session under the Open Meetings Act to consult with the attorney regarding strategy concerning the termination of EPA grants.