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Commission approves consent agenda including contracts, park grants and appointments
Summary
The commission approved a consent package of 18 items covering vendor contracts, engineering and utility work, state grant applications for Millham Park, several board appointments and budget adjustments. The motion passed by roll call; one commissioner announced an abstention for an employer-related item.
Kalamazoo City Commission on Monday approved a consent agenda of 18 items that included vendor contracts, professional services, grant applications for Millham Park and multiple board and commission appointments.
The consent package authorized purchases and contract extensions for utilities and public works, approved grant applications and match commitments for park improvements, accepted a federal justice assistance grant for police equipment, and confirmed several volunteer appointments to city boards.
Key items approved included:
- A sole-source purchase with Consumers Energy for three-phase power at the Farmer's Market multipurpose building — $103,008.50.
- A professional services agreement with Stantec for water rate and financial consulting — $109,915.
- Contract extensions for grounds and supplies: Earthworks Lawn and Landscape (property…
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