Western Michigan University Board of Trustees Proposal Feb 2026
WMU Seeks 30-Year Aviation Facilities Lease Renewal with City of Battle Creek
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Description
Western Michigan University is seeking Board authorization to renew its long-term ground lease with the City of Battle Creek for College of Aviation facilities at Battle Creek Executive Airport. The agreement proposes a 30-year term, starting at $157,717 annual rent with scheduled increases, plus multiple renewal options.
Contract Details
Contract Amount
$157,717 per year (Year 1), 2% annual increase
Vendor
CITY OF BATTLE CREEK
Agency
Western Michigan University, MI
Contract Type
FACILITIES
Document Date
February 12, 2026
Contract Term
Thirty (30) years, with four (4) ten-year renewal options
Renewal Date
2056-07-01
Renewal Info
Lease includes four (4) ten-year renewal options beyond the original 30-year term; annual rent adjusts upward by 2% each July 1.
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