The Utility Policy Committee Meeting on January 9, 2025 covered a range of topics including the introduction of new water rates approved by the City of Kalamazoo - a proposed 5% rate increase. Discussions on mandatory water connections in Comstock and Ross townships, and updates on capital improvement projects such as the DWRSF project plan changes. The meeting also reviewed financial policies and the utility's affordability program. You can find a the full review of Affordability programs in the November 12, 2024 City of Kalamazoo Committee of the Whole meeting.