The Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners held a meeting where the Road Commission presented updates on the Safe Streets for All project, focusing on traffic safety improvements and controversial plans for tree removal, which spurred significant public feedback. Community members expressed concerns over environmental impacts and questioned the necessity and transparency of the project. The board also discussed and voted on the interim appointment of Deputy Cole as the county administrator and controller, amidst considerations of whether to separate these roles. The meeting included discussions on funding allocations for gun violence prevention programs. This meeting provided an in-depth look at local governance, community advocacy, and administrative transitions within the county.