February 2, 2026 City Commission Action Summary

Published on February 03, 2026

At its meeting on February 2, 2026, the City Commission took the following actions. You can watch the meeting online here. You can review the official agenda and detailed reports and documents related to each agenda item here. 

Public Hearing (F)

A public hearing was held to receive comments on the establishment of a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) at the southwest corner of Vine Street & S Burdick Street. No action was taken. 

The City Commission approved items G1-5:

1. Approval of a contract with Balkema Excavating, Inc. for the Kalamazoo Airport Water Main Looping Project in the amount of $120,772.
2. Approval of a cooperative purchase with Sportsfield Specialties for the Homer Stryker Field safety netting system in the amount of $170,154.75.
3. Approval of a sole source purchase with Interkal for new seating at Homer Stryker Field in the amount of $182,902.
4. Approval of a contract with PlayCore Wisconsin Inc, DBA Gametime for the purchase of materials and labor to complete the Verburg Park Improvement Project in the amount of $195,880.20.
5. Approval of an amendment to the lease agreement with the Northwoods League/Kalamazoo Growlers for two additional 5-year terms beginning January 1, 2029 through December 31, 2038.