The Commission reviews updates on the ongoing Streets 4 All project with Director of Public Services James Baker and City planner Christina Anderson. Public comments highlight concerns about communication during a recent boil water advisory. The meeting includes a presentation by Public Services Director James Baker and Deputy CPED Director Christina Anderson on the 'Streets for All' initiative, focusing on timelines for two-way street conversions in downtown Kalamazoo. They discuss delays in grant funding for construction projects and the impact on local businesses, with commissioners emphasizing the importance of communication and potential financial mitigation for affected businesses. The meeting also covers challenges with water main breaks due to old infrastructure and adverse weather conditions. Commissioners express concern about supporting local businesses during construction and suggest creative solutions, including a hardship fund and activation events. The meeting concludes with a discussion on the coordination between construction timelines and the opening of the new event center downtown.
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