ALPA plans to conduct short tours to help you find, understand and appreciate special areas of the Preserve. We will keep you updated as our plans solidify.
Save the date. Location and details will be announced later.
Save the date. Location and details will be announced later.
Save the date to meet and join other ALPA members and supporters in an informational and social gathering.
ALPA is once again hosting the annual Garlic Mustard Pull at the Asylum Lake Preserve. Join the fun and meet like-minded people and help remove this invasive plant from the Preserve. Bring some gloves and remember to dress for the weather. It would help if you registered ahead, but feel free to just show up on the day. Meet at Drake Rd. parking area. Sign-up HERE or at the bottom of the page.
Join ALPA for a fun walk to celebrate Earth Day. The walk will start at the YMCA and end at Glen Park South on Kensington Drive, where ALPA will have a table with information and sign-ups for membership, stewardship and future events. Details and location HERE
On April 18, 2025, students and community advocates from across Southwest Michigan will take to the streets in Kalamazoo demanding urgent climate action. They call specifically for the protection of Michigan’s Clean Energy Future Plan, the shut down of Enbridge’s Line 5 pipeline, and climate action from their schools and governmental leaders. ALPA will join many other organizations with a table at this event. Come join us at WMU for music, presentations and information on how to become more involved in this nationwide effort. Details and location HERE
As described on the Imagine Kalamazoo website: Help create a shared vision for Kalamazoo, driven by the ideas and input of residents, businesses, community groups, and stakeholders like you. Join us at events, participate in surveys, and encourage your friends, family, and neighbors to get involved. Together, we can imagine—and build—a thriving Kalamazoo for generations to come! Building on the input received during the "Imagine It!" phase, "Plan It" will focus on confirming the strategic vision goals and establishing the community outcomes from these goals. These conversations will directly shape the update of the Strategic Vision, which will be released for public review and consideration later this spring.
*Open house style, no presentation, individual input opportunities only
Activities & tasks will include:
1) Picking up litter and trash to keep it out of Asylum Lake, with a focus on Drake Rd corridor
2) Adjusting & re-affixing protective wire-wrappings on oak trees along the lake's nearshore
3) Kicking off a tree & plant inventory project, for which we'll need volunteer stewards to focus on this longer-term project throughout the year
We thankfully have a lot of community interest in this event, so RSVP's are appreciated. Choose this event and scroll to bottom or click HERE to help us with planning our resources. Tools, bags, gloves, etc. will be provided as needed for each task, as well as water and light refreshments.
Meet at the Drake Road trailhead Entrance.
As described on the Imagine Kalamazoo website: Help create a shared vision for Kalamazoo, driven by the ideas and input of residents, businesses, community groups, and stakeholders like you. Join us at events, participate in surveys, and encourage your friends, family, and neighbors to get involved. Together, we can imagine—and build—a thriving Kalamazoo for generations to come! Building on the input received during the "Imagine It!" phase, "Plan It" will focus on confirming the strategic vision goals and establishing the community outcomes from these goals. These conversations will directly shape the update of the Strategic Vision, which will be released for public review and consideration later this spring.
Join us at one of the following meetings to discuss the Strategic Vision Goals & Outcomes. The presentation and activities will be the same at each meeting – please pick the one that works best for you!
As described on the Imagine Kalamazoo website: Help create a shared vision for Kalamazoo, driven by the ideas and input of residents, businesses, community groups, and stakeholders like you. Join us at events, participate in surveys, and encourage your friends, family, and neighbors to get involved. Together, we can imagine—and build—a thriving Kalamazoo for generations to come! Building on the input received during the "Imagine It!" phase, "Plan It" will focus on confirming the strategic vision goals and establishing the community outcomes from these goals. These conversations will directly shape the update of the Strategic Vision, which will be released for public review and consideration later this spring.
Join us at one of the following meetings to discuss the Strategic Vision Goals & Outcomes. The presentation and activities will be the same at each meeting – please pick the one that works best for you!
As described on the Imagine Kalamazoo website: Help create a shared vision for Kalamazoo, driven by the ideas and input of residents, businesses, community groups, and stakeholders like you. Join us at events, participate in surveys, and encourage your friends, family, and neighbors to get involved. Together, we can imagine—and build—a thriving Kalamazoo for generations to come! Building on the input received during the "Imagine It!" phase, "Plan It" will focus on confirming the strategic vision goals and establishing the community outcomes from these goals. These conversations will directly shape the update of the Strategic Vision, which will be released for public review and consideration later this spring.
Join us at one of the following meetings to discuss the Strategic Vision Goals & Outcomes. The presentation and activities will be the same at each meeting – please pick the one that works best for you!
The City Planning Commission will consider the latest zoning change request for the property at Stadium and Drake. Location is City Hall. ALPA encourages all concerned to attend and/or write City Pllanning Commision members ahead of time.
Join ALPA for updates and information on the Preserve and its needs and issues. Speakers will give brief presentations and opportuntiy for feedback, and opportunities to help with ALPA’s work and commitment to the Preserve. We will meet at the Disciples of Christ Church 2208 Winchell Ave. RSVP not necessary but an email will help us plan for space and time. asylum.lake.preservation@gmail.com.
Location: City Hall, 241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
The NFP Review Board provides expert knowledges on natural features, development, or construction to help staff with Site Plan Review. NFP Board approval is needed before a site plan can be approved in NFP Overlay areas.
Location: City Hall, 241 W South Street, 49007
Kalamazoo's City Commissioners are the elected representatives of the people of Kalamazoo. The Commission provides leadership and policy direction for the community and all municipal government activities.
Location: City Hall, 241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
The Environmental Concerns Committee (ECC) monitors significant environmental trends affecting the City of Kalamazoo and advises the City Manager and City Commission regarding environmental matters.
Location: Kalamazoo City Hall, Second Floor, 241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
The Zoning Board of Appeals hears requests for variances from the Zoning Ordinance. It also provides interpretations of the Zoning Ordinance and hears appeals regarding administrative decisions.
Location: Kalamazoo Public Services, 415 Stockbridge Avenue, Kalamazoo, 49001
The Traffic Board hears community appeals and requests. It also considers recommendations from the Traffic Engineer regarding traffic control orders and parking regulations.
Location: City Hall, 241 W South Street, 49007
Kalamazoo's City Commissioners are the elected representatives of the people of Kalamazoo. The Commission provides leadership and policy direction for the community and all municipal government activities.
Location: Kalamazoo City Hall, Second Floor, 241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
The Planning Commission develops the city's master plan for current and future land use and provides recommendations to the City Commission on re-zoning requests and changes to the Zoning Ordinance text.
Location: City Hall, 241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
The NFP Review Board provides expert knowledges on natural features, development, or construction to help staff with Site Plan Review. NFP Board approval is needed before a site plan can be approved in NFP Overlay areas.
Location: City Hall, 241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
The Environmental Concerns Committee (ECC) monitors significant environmental trends affecting the City of Kalamazoo and advises the City Manager and City Commission regarding environmental matters.
Location: City Hall, 241 W South Street, 49007
Kalamazoo's City Commissioners are the elected representatives of the people of Kalamazoo. The Commission provides leadership and policy direction for the community and all municipal government activities.
Location: Kalamazoo City Hall, Second Floor, 241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
The Zoning Board of Appeals hears requests for variances from the Zoning Ordinance. It also provides interpretations of the Zoning Ordinance and hears appeals regarding administrative decisions.
Location: Kalamazoo Public Services, 415 Stockbridge Avenue, Kalamazoo, 49001
The Traffic Board hears community appeals and requests. It also considers recommendations from the Traffic Engineer regarding traffic control orders and parking regulations.
Location: Kalamazoo City Hall, Second Floor, 241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
The Planning Commission develops the city's master plan for current and future land use and provides recommendations to the City Commission on re-zoning requests and changes to the Zoning Ordinance text.
Location: City Hall, 241 W South Street, 49007
Kalamazoo's City Commissioners are the elected representatives of the people of Kalamazoo. The Commission provides leadership and policy direction for the community and all municipal government activities.
Location: City Hall, 241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
The NFP Review Board provides expert knowledges on natural features, development, or construction to help staff with Site Plan Review. NFP Board approval is needed before a site plan can be approved in NFP Overlay areas.
Location: City Hall, 241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
The Environmental Concerns Committee (ECC) monitors significant environmental trends affecting the City of Kalamazoo and advises the City Manager and City Commission regarding environmental matters.
Location: City Hall, 241 W South Street, 49007
Kalamazoo's City Commissioners are the elected representatives of the people of Kalamazoo. The Commission provides leadership and policy direction for the community and all municipal government activities.
Location: Kalamazoo City Hall, Second Floor, 241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
The Zoning Board of Appeals hears requests for variances from the Zoning Ordinance. It also provides interpretations of the Zoning Ordinance and hears appeals regarding administrative decisions.
Location: Kalamazoo Public Services, 415 Stockbridge Avenue, Kalamazoo, 49001
The Traffic Board hears community appeals and requests. It also considers recommendations from the Traffic Engineer regarding traffic control orders and parking regulations.
Presentation to Planning Commission
Topic: Parking, Landscape & Screening, Signs, and Lighting Presentation
City Hall, City Commission Chambers (Live Streamed on Facebook and YouTube) http://www.imaginekalamazoo.com/projects/zoningupdates/
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