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Topics getting the most attention in Kalamazoo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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Recycling and food scrap programs

The city submitted an EGLE organics infrastructure grant to expand the composting program to more neighborhoods — with backdoor pickup for mobility-limited residents and secured dumpster enclosures for multifamily buildings.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 21, 2026

MediumEnvironment

Urban deer management

A resident's letter about deer control sparked discussion — members noted culling just makes populations bounce back, so exclusion strategies deserve a look.

2 mentionsLast discussed Aug 19, 2026