The Commission reviewed the 2024 financial report. The meeting included a public comment from Pam O’Connor regarding the statewide conference in Sault Ste. Marie and the planning for an equity-based preservation program in Kalamazoo. The commission reviewed the O’Connor Fund allocations and discussed ensuring proper fund management. They also planned for the upcoming Quincentennial celebration, exploring collaborations with the library and local historians to uncover and document Kalamazoo’s underrepresented stories. The commission plans a special planning session in January, with potential contributions to a booklet or online publication of local historical narratives, in partnership with the Kalamazoo Public Library and other organizations.
