City of Kalamazoo - November 12, 2025 Historic Preservation Commission
During the Historic Preservation Commission meeting members reviewed the financial report, noting no new expenditures and an increased balance due to anticipated O’Connor fund transfers. The commission amended the agenda to include a discussion on the work plan, focusing on community engagement and preservation awards. Pam provided insights on the O’Connor fund’s structure, emphasizing the importance of budgeting and planning. The commission approved a reimbursement for mailing expenses related to the fund’s appeal. Additionally, they discussed the Protect grant project, which involves infrastructure updates in Kalamazoo, highlighting the importance of preserving historic integrity. The meeting concluded with a call to finalize work plans by the next session.
00:00 Introduction
00:48 Welcome and Call to Order
01:07 Roll Call and Attendance
01:24 Excusal of Absences
01:43 Revisions and Adoption of Agenda
06:02 Public Comments
07:10 Financial Report
09:02 O’Connor Fund and Reimbursement Discussion
14:22 City Hall Designation Report
15:00 Pass Forward Conference Report
17:04 Community Engagement Subcommittee Report
19:06 Preservation Month Subcommittee Report
22:26 Action Items and Reimbursement Voting
27:07 Work Plan Discussion
37:08 Coordinator’s Report and Announcements
40:28 Discussion on the Protect Grant
41:12 Historic Preservation and Infrastructure Projects
45:15 MAP Conference and Neighborhood Impact
49:00 Federal Funding and Project Impact
52:02 Consulting Parties and Historic Projects
56:59 Historic District Commission (HDC) and Right of Way
60:34 Public Comments and Questions
60:59 Adjournment
