INFO & CONTACT

  • Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Public Summary and Request form in compliance with the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Public Act 442 of 1976, MCL 15.231, et seq.

    Download - Freedom of Information Act Public Summary with Request

    Use the form below to submit a FOIA request to KATS:

    Freedom of Information Act Request

  • 2018 Public Participation Plan

    Public Meeting Accommodation Notice

    All public meetings held by the Kalamazoo Area Transportation Study are required to be accessible to persons with disabilities under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Accommodations are available upon request to persons with disabilities who require alternately formatted materials or auxiliary aids to ensure effective communication and access to public meetings or programs. For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations, please contact Steve Stepek at 269-343-0766 or sstepek@katmspo.org. Providing at least 7 days advance notice will help to ensure availability.

    The Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) federal transportation legislation placed additional emphasis on extensive stakeholder participation. Highlights of the MAP-21 requirements for public participation include:

    • Providing adequate public notice of public participation activities and time for public review and comment at key decision points;

    • Employing visualization techniques;

    • Making information accessible in various formats and means, such as the World Wide Web;

    • Holding public meetings at convenient and accessible locations and times;

    • Seeking out and considering needs of traditionally under-served populations;

    • Coordinating with statewide transportation planning public participation and consultation processes; and

    • Periodically reviewing the effectiveness of the procedures and strategies in the Participation Plan.

    The Kalamazoo Area Transportation Study encourages public involvement in all areas of transportation planning. If you would like to be involved in the planning process, please let us know.

  • PHONE:
    (269) 343-0766

    STAFF:

    Steven L. Stepek, AICP, Executive Director, ext. 13
    E-mail Steve

    Megan Mickelson, Senior Planner, ext. 14
    E-mail Megan

    Fred Nagler, Associate Planner, ext. 15
    E-mail Fred

    Elizabeth Rumick, Finance & Administrative Manager, ext. 11
    E-mail Elizabeth

    Ali Townsend, Associate Planner, ext. 17
    E-mail Ali

    MAILING ADDRESS:
    5220 Lovers Lane, Suite 110 Portage, MI 49002

    GENERAL QUESTIONS:
    info@KATSmpo.org

  • PHONE:
    (269) 343-0766

    MAILING ADDRESS:
    5220 Lovers Lane, Suite 110 Portage, MI 49002

    GENERAL QUESTIONS:
    info@KATSmpo.org

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