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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Directors of the Southwest Michigan Building Authority will conduct a regular meeting on the below-listed dates, commencing at 8:30am (unless otherwise noted). The following meetings shall occur in-person at the Oshtemo Township Hall located at 7275 W MAIN ST, KALAMAZOO MI 49009. Unless otherwise noticed, there will be no remote / hybrid component available to the public.
The meetings will take place in either the Public Meeting Room, or the North Conference Room; signage shall be posted on the day of the meeting directing the public to the appropriate space.
The public can contact members of the SMBA Board to provide public comments or ask questions prior to the start of a public meeting by contacting the Board Secretary via email at kgibson@swmiba.org, or by phone at 269-585-4154.
Meeting Dates:
Amended Dates Appear in Italics.
Agenda & Packet Information:
The agenda and board packet will be posted online at https://swmiba.org/boards/board-of-directors/
at least two hours prior to the start of each meeting. Hard copies will be made available to members of the public upon request.
The Southwest Michigan Building Authority will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon request and with reasonable notice. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Authority.
KYLE GIBSON, BOARD SECRETARY
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY
Southwest Michigan Building Authority Offices
Located within the Oshtemo Charter Township Hall
7275 W Main St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
269-585-4150
Date of Posting: 24-AUG-2023
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SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY (SMBA)
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MICHIGAN
NOTICE OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ON JUNE 6, 2023
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Southwest Michigan Building Authority Board of Directors will conduct a special meeting on Tuesday, June 6th, 2023, commencing at 8:30AM, and being held in the Public Meeting Room at the Oshtemo Township Hall, to consider the following agenda items, and if all members are present, any other business which might lawfully come before the Board at a regular meeting:
The Southwest Michigan Building Authority will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon reasonable notice to the Southwest Michigan Building Authority. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Southwest Michigan Building Authority by writing or calling the Authority.
KYLE GIBSON, BOARD SECRETARY
Southwest Michigan Building Authority
7275 West Main Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 585-4150
Date of Posting: 5/23/2023
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY (SMBA)
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MICHIGAN
NOTICE OF CANCELATION OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS SCHEDULED FOR MAY 25, 2023
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Southwest Michigan Building Authority Board of Directors meeting which was scheduled for Thursday, May 25, 2023, has been CANCELED due to anticipated lack of attendance. Public notice will be given once a new date has been selected.
KYLE GIBSON, BOARD SECRETARY
Southwest Michigan Building Authority
7275 West Main Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 585-4150
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY (SMBA)
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MICHIGAN
NOTICE OF REGULAR BOARD MEETING ON MARCH 2, 2023
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Southwest Michigan Building Authority Board will conduct a regular meeting on Thursday, March 2, 2023, commencing at 9:00 a.m. in-person in the Public Meeting Room at the Oshtemo Township Hall.
The Southwest Michigan Building Authority will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon reasonable notice to the Southwest Michigan Building Authority. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Southwest Michigan Building Authority by writing or calling the Authority.
KYLE GIBSON, BOARD SECRETARY
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY
Southwest Michigan Building Authority
7275 West Main Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 585-4150
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY (SMBA)
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MICHIGAN
NOTICE OF CANCELATION OF THE FEBRUARY 23, 2023 REGULAR BOARD MEETING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Southwest Michigan Building Authority Board meeting which was scheduled for Thursday, February 23, 2023, has been CANCELED due to inclement weather.
KYLE GIBSON, BOARD SECRETARY
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY
Southwest Michigan Building Authority
7275 West Main Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 585-4150
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY (SMBA)
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MICHIGAN
NOTICE OF CHANGE TO THE TIME OF THE FEBRUARY 23, 2023 REGULAR BOARD MEETING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Southwest Michigan Building Authority Board meeting which was scheduled for 8:30AM on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at the Oshtemo Meeting Hall in the Public Meeting Room has been rescheduled for 11:30AM on the same date and the same location.
KYLE GIBSON, BOARD SECRETARY
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY
Southwest Michigan Building Authority
7275 West Main Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 585-4150
Date & Time of Posting: 22-FEB-2023 at 1:30pm
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY (SMBA)
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MICHIGAN
NOTICE OF CANCELATION OF THE DECEMBER 15 2022 REGULAR BOARD MEETING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Southwest Michigan Building Authority Board meeting which was scheduled for Thursday, December 15, 2022, has been CANCELED due to lack quorum and agenda items.
KYLE GIBSON, BOARD SECRETARY
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY
Southwest Michigan Building Authority
7275 West Main Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
269) 585-4150
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY (SMBA)
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MICHIGAN
NOTICE OF PUBLIC BOARD MEETINGS IN 2023
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Directors of the Southwest Michigan Building Authority will conduct a regular meeting on the 4th Thursday of every month commencing at 8:30am (unless otherwise noted with an “*” below). The following meetings shall occur in-person at the Oshtemo Township Hall located at 7275 W MAIN ST, KALAMAZOO MI 49009. Unless otherwise noticed, there will be no remote / hybrid component available to the public.
The meetings will take place in either the Public Meeting Room, or the North Conference Room; signage shall be posted on the day of the meeting directing the public to the appropriate space.
The public can contact members of the SMBA Board to provide public comments or ask questions prior to the start of a public meeting by contacting the Board Secretary via email at kgibson@swmiba.org, or by phone at 269-585-4154.
Meeting Dates:
Agenda & Packet Information:
The agenda and board packet will be posted online at https://swmiba.org/board-information/ at least two hours prior to the start of each meeting. Hard copies will be made available to members of the public upon request.
The Southwest Michigan Building Authority will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon request and with reasonable notice. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Authority.
KYLE GIBSON, BOARD SECRETARY
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY
Southwest Michigan Building Authority Offices
Located within the Oshtemo Charter Township Hall
7275 W Main St Kalamazoo, MI 49009 269-585-4150
Date of Posting: 2022-11-17
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MICHIGAN
NOTICE OF A SMBA BOARD SPECIAL MEETING TO CONSIDER A PERSONNEL EVALUATION
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Southwest Michigan Building Authority Board will conduct a special meeting on Monday, July 18th, 2022, commencing at 10:00 a.m. in the North Conference Room at the Oshtemo Township Hall to consider a personnel evaluation, and if all members are present, any other business which might lawfully come before the Board at a regular meeting.
The Southwest Michigan Building Authority will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon reasonable notice to the Southwest Michigan Building Authority. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Southwest Michigan Building Authority by writing or calling the Authority.
KYLE GIBSON, BOARD SECRETARY
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY
Southwest Michigan Building Authority
7275 West Main Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 585-4150
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regular meeting of the Southwest Michigan Building Authority which was originally scheduled for Thursday, June 23, 2022, has been RESCHEDULED for Tuesday, June 28, 2022, starting at 8:30 AM, located in the North Conference Room at the Oshtemo Township Hall, 7275 W Main St, Kalamazoo MI 49009.
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY (SMBA)
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MICHIGAN
NOTICE OF CANCELATION FO THE JUNE 23, 2022 REGULAR BOARD MEETING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Southwest Michigan Building Authority Board meeting which was scheduled for Thursday, June 23, 2022, has been CANCELED at the request of the board chairperson.
KYLE GIBSON, BOARD SECRETARY
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY (SMBA)
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MICHIGAN
NOTICE OF A SMBA BOARD SPECIAL MEETING CONCERNING STAFFING NEEDS
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Southwest Michigan Building Authority Board will conduct a special meeting on Thursday, June 9th, 2022, commencing at 3:00 p.m. in-person at the Oshtemo Township Hall in the North Conference Room to discuss the staffing needs of the Authority, and if all members are present, any other business which might lawfully come before the Board at a regular meeting.
The Southwest Michigan Building Authority will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon reasonable notice to the Southwest Michigan Building Authority. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Southwest Michigan Building Authority by writing or calling the Authority.
KYLE GIBSON, BOARD SECRETARY
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY
Southwest Michigan Building Authority
7275 West Main Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 585-4150
To: Area Contractors
From: SMBA Staff on Behalf of Kalamazoo County Department of Health and Community Services Environmental Health Division
Date: 3/15/2022
Re: New Well & Septic Reporting Requirements to Obtain a Certificate of Occupancy
The Kalamazoo County Department of Health and Community Services – Environmental Health Division (“HCS-EHD”) oversees the approval and inspection of private septic and well installations and alterations. The HCS-EHD is seeking to better coordinate with building departments in their jurisdiction to ensure that septic and well installations are inspected and approved prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy or demolition permit.
Effective immediately, contractors will be required to submit copies of the septic and/or well inspection approvals from the HCS-EHD before a certificate of occupancy will be granted. This does not apply to projects which connect to public water and/or public sewer.
Additional information can be found by contacting the Environmental Health Division:
Website: https://www.kalcounty.com/hcs/eh/
Phone: 269-373-5210
Address: 3110 E ALCOTT ST
KALAMAZOO MI 49001
To: Area Contractors
From: Southwest Michigan Building Authority Staff
Date: March 9, 2022
Re: Code Source / Robert “Bob” Bush
We are deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Robert Bush, founder of Code Source P.C., who performed a number of plan reviews for Southwest Michigan Building Authority. He will be deeply missed by our staff members and the code community at large.
The Authority is currently evaluating our options for plan review services going forward, and we ask simply for patience as we work to reconcile all the implications of this loss.
If you were working with Code Source on a review and have not already been contacted by our office, please get in touch as soon as possible so that we can investigate the status of the review.
More information will be provided as it becomes available.
Obituary: https://obits.mlive.com/us/obituaries/grandrapids/name/robert-bush-obituary?id=33598177
The 2018 Michigan Plumbing Code has been adopted by the State of Michigan effective September 15, 2021. The Michigan Plumbing Code applies to non-residential occupancies. Residential requirements are contained in the Michigan Residential Code.
As approved by the SMBA Board of Directors at the October 28th regular meeting, the 2021 Holiday Schedule is hereby amended as follows:
SMBA offices shall be closed to the public from Monday, December 20, 2021 through Friday, December 24, 2021. SMBA offices will re-open on Monday, December 27th, 2021.
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY (SMBA)
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MICHIGAN
PUBLIC NOTICE OF BOARD MEETINGS TO BE HELD IN 2022
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Directors of the Southwest Michigan Building Authority will conduct a regular meeting on the 4th Thursday of every month commencing at 8:30am (unless otherwise noted with an “*” below).
Pending any changes to applicable Michigan law pertaining to virtual meeting attendance by Board members relating to COVID-19, the following meetings shall occur in-person at the Oshtemo Township Hall located at 7275 W MAIN ST,
KALAMAZOO MI 49009. Unless otherwise noticed, there will be no remote / hybrid component available to the public.
The meetings will take place in either the Public Meeting Room, or the North Conference Room; signage shall be posted on the day of the meeting directing the public to the appropriate space.
The public can contact members of the SMBA Board to provide public comments or ask questions prior to the start of a public meeting by contacting the Board Secretary via email at kgibson@swmiba.org, or by phone at 269-585-4154.
Meeting Dates:
Agenda & Packet Information:
The agenda and board packet will be posted online at https://swmiba.org/board-information/ at least two hours prior to the start of each meeting. Hard copies will be made available to members of the public upon request.
The Southwest Michigan Building Authority will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as
signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to
individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon request and with reasonable notice. Individuals with disabilities
requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Authority.
KYLE GIBSON, BOARD SECRETARY
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN BUILDING AUTHORITY
Southwest Michigan Building Authority Offices
Located within the Oshtemo Charter Township Hall
7275 W Main St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
269-585-4150
Date of Posting: 2021-10-28
In order to obtain compliance with MCL 125.1510(2), SMBA is requiring written proof of authorization to obtain a permit on behalf of a property owner. This can be a signed contract for work, a power of attorney, or a letter of authorization.
To facilitate this change, SMBA is releasing updated revisions for our application forms. The updated forms can be found on the applications & forms page.
We will be allowing some flexibility for a couple of weeks as a transition period, but after that time we will be rejecting incomplete applications. Please contact our office via phone, email, or our contact form with any questions. Thank you!
Click the link below to view the notice.
Happy holidays! SMBA has amended our holiday closure dates for Christmas; we will now be closed the entire week of the Christmas from Dec. 21 through Dec. 25, returning to the office on Monday Dec. 28th.
Looking forward, we will also be closed on Thursday Dec. 31 and Friday Jan. 1 for New Years, returning Monday Jan. 4.
Click the link below to see our 2021 office holidays & scheduled office closures.
Click the link below to view the attached notice.
SMBA Notice of Electronic Regular Board Meeting Thru 2020
NOTICE TO INTERESTED PARTIES
SMBA is seeking sealed bids for the purchase of a 2001 Chevrolet S10. Click here for the print information packet.
Vehicle Information:
2001 Chevrolet S10 Base / LS / ZR2, Extended Cab 2D, 4.3L V6 CPI
VIN: 1GCCT19W918202887
Odometer (as of 8/27): 099522
Bidding Information:
Reserve Price: $2,000
Bids Accepted Between: Sep. 1, 2020 and close of business on Sep. 30, 2020
Bids Opened: Oct. 1 @ 9am
Due to COVID, we are unable to allow interested parties to observe the bids being opened in person, but we have provided a Zoom meeting link (below) for those who are interested.
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/91566024599?pwd=RDFJRitTMHVScm1DbVV4aEU4anNPdz09
Zoom Passcode: truck
Zoom Call-in Number: +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Bids must be in a sealed envelope and marked “Bid to be opened October 1st, 2020 for 2001 Chevrolet S10.”
Your bid must include your full legal name, address (including street, city, state, and zip code), the amount of your bid, and your preferred contact information (phone, email, etc.).
Sealed Bid Example Letter
Sale Terms:
Payment: Cash or Cashier’s Check only. No personal checks will be accepted.
Time: Sale must be finalized by close of business on Oct. 5, or the sale will be awarded to the next highest bid.
THIS VEHICLE IS SOLD AS-IS AND WITH NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND.
Disclosures:
SMBA is aware of the following service required for the vehicle:
– The fuel pump needs to be replaced.
– New tires will be needed in the near future (your discretion).
– Vehicle will be de-lettered & interior detailed by the end of the bidding period.
The vehicle will be available for in-person inspection by appointment only between the hours of 1pm and 2pm on the following dates: 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25. To schedule an appointment, please contact Kyle at 269-585-4154.
Pictures:
SMBA has finally installed our own drop box, separate from Oshtemo Township’s.
The new drop box is located in the same area as the Oshtemo one, and can be used for applications, payments, etc.
It will be checked multiple times throughout the day.
Effective March 1st, 2018, SMBA will begin actively enforcing its existing requirement to provide three hard copies of plans with COMMERCIAL BUILDING applications. Recently, we have only been receiving two copies. If three copies are not provided, we will be charging for the cost of plan duplication. The rates, which are available on our fee schedule, are as follows:
Electronic Copies
18×24 $6 per Page
24×36 $7 per Page
36×48 $9 per Page
Jerry Reitenour
SMBA Building Official
Any applications received on or after the following Effective Dates will follow the the new 2015 Codes.
Any applications that are received prior to the Effective Dates will continue to follow the 2009 Codes.
CODE EFFECTIVE DATE
2015 Michigan Building Code April 20, 2017
2015 Michigan Rehabilitation Code April 20, 2017
2015 Michigan Mechanical Code (including int’l fuel gas code) April 12, 2017
2015 Michigan Plumbing Code April 20, 2017
2015 Int’l Property Maintenance Code April 20, 2017
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