call to action! email the City of Kalamazoo in support of 2 new environmental zoning districts
On 8/19, the City of Kalamazoo's Environmental Concerns Committee voted unanimously to recommend ALPA's Green Zoning proposal to City Planning. Our proposal calls for two new zoning districts (a Conservation District and a Green Space District). You can help by emailing City Planning with your support.
about alpa
The Asylum Lake Preservation Association (ALPA) is a volunteer association dedicated to the preservation of the Asylum Lake Preserve in Kalamazoo, MI. The Preserve is a 274-acre treasure that is managed by Western Michigan University and guided by goals within the the Declaration of Conservation Restrictions: Promote Ecosystem Integrity and Natural Aesthetics, Ensuring Passive Recreation and Supporting Research and Education.
While many people come to the Preserve for rest and renewal, few understand its fragile nature and history. It is the one place in the city where the animals and plants, not the humans and visitors, are the main elements, and this is why it is called a preserve and not a park.
3 ways to Support ALPA so ALPA can support the preserve
Learn about membership, volunteer opportunities, and one-time gifts – all which help us with stewardship programs, advocacy work, and more.
