The Department of Planning and Community Development, in concert with local agencies, assists in the application and administration of economic development efforts in the County. The lead agency for economic development in Kalamazoo County is Southwest Michigan First.

Southwest Michigan First

Southwest Michigan First is in charge of assisting businesses to expansion as well as assisting new business locate in Kalamazoo County. Contact Southwest Michigan First at:

Southwest Michigan First
346 West Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Tel: (269) 553-9588 Fax: (269) 553-6897