Meeting Brief: February 27, 2025 Comstock Township Planning Commission
The Commission reviewed a presentation by Emily from the WD Upjohn Institute on a housing study aimed at addressing local housing needs, including market demands and strategies for future growth. The Planning Commission also discusses the introduction of a mobile…
Meeting Brief: February 27, 2025 Oshtemo Township Planning Commission
The Commission had a quick pet-friendly planning meeting as it addressed special exception use requests for two projects. The first was Rabbit Angels Rescue, where Suzanne Bennett seeks approval to establish a kennel for rabbits in a rural residential area.…
Meeting Brief: February 26, 2025 Comstock Township Downtown Development Authority
The board reviews revenue and expenditure reports, focusing on the facade improvement program and grant projects. The Economic Development Committee reports on the progress of the Comstock River Center redevelopment project, including funding efforts and grant applications. The board also…
Meeting Brief: February 25, 2025 Natural Features Protection Review Board
NFP members discuss the creation of a nominating subcommittee to replace three board members with terms ending in March, including directors Martin, Leto, and Fuller. The board also focuses on the development of an NFP guide to assist developers in…
Meeting Brief: February 25, 2025 Comstock Zoning Board of Appeals
The board conducts officer elections and deliberates on a variance request for a new Chick-fil-A location. The applicant seeks a variance to reduce the front yard setback for a canopy structure, necessary for employee and customer protection and operational efficiency.…
Meeting Brief: February 20, 2025 Kalamazoo Public Schools Board of Education
The Board recognized the achievements of students from El Sol Elementary, Washington Writers' Academy, and Kalamazoo Central. The meeting included detailed presentations by Dr. Wilson and Ms. Hannah highlighting outstanding students in academics and sports. Mr. Straka introduced Maggie Spybrook,…
Meeting Brief: February 18, 2025 City of Kalamazoo Historic District Commission
In the Kalamazoo Historic District Commission Meeting, members discuss applications for window replacements in historic buildings, emphasizing compliance with district requirements. They also address fire damage repairs to a historic building's roof and the installation of a new stairway. The…
Move With Joy
The community helped support and uplift Joy Morris-Burton through challenging times, and she hopes to do the same for others by providing a welcoming and inclusive space for anyone to come out and dance. Move With Joy movement studio offers…
Reclamation & Testimony
Local actors dramatically read transcripts taken from several people who have experienced homelessness firsthand. The performance took place to a full house at the Crawlspace Theatre on Thursday, Feb. 20, followed by a Q&A with several people who provided the…
Doing What You Can Locally
Senator Sean McCann has won and lost elections as early as his time at Western Michigan University. Some people feel compelled to serve while others step up to do what they can for the betterment of their community. McCann talks…
