City of Kalamazoo - December 10, 2025 Historic Preservation Commission

During the Kalamazoo Historic Preservation Commission meeting members discuss several key topics.

They finalize the restructuring of the O'Connor Fund to facilitate grant distribution, acknowledging the hard work of the Kalamazoo Community Foundation.

The commission reviews the year's progress in cemetery outreach and educational efforts, highlighting collaborations with local groups.

Additionally, the meeting covers the strategic vision for the city's master planning process, highlighting the integration of preservation efforts within broader city goals.

The commission appreciates the dedication of its members and looks forward to continued progress in the coming year.

00:00 Call to Order and Roll Call
00:39 Agenda Approval
01:14 Approval of Previous Minutes
04:00 Public Comments
05:02 Financial Report
09:13 Committee Reports
12:02 Old Business - O'Connor Fund Changes
31:06 Adjournment
32:53 Introduction of New Field of Interest Fund
36:38 Letter of Direction for Grant Making
42:09 Approval of Meeting Schedule
45:51 O'Connor Fund Work Plan Discussion
55:51 Cemetery Committee Report
61:33 Coordinator's Report
65:08 Empowered Residents and Community Engagement
66:22 Planning Phase and Public Meetings
67:54 Contextualizing Data with Community Input
69:45 Vision Statement and Organizational Purpose
71:45 Strategic Vision and Implementation
73:11 Guiding Principles and Strategic Goals
85:08 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements