Please consider participating in this fundraiser for the ONA, our "next door neighbor" Neighborhood Association as they work to support their residents!
*Stewards of S. Glen Park
2024 Clean Up & Planting Days - Volunteers Welcome! S. Glen Park is a public, neighborhood "mini-park" located off Kensington Ave. (between Ferdon & Wellington) 2024 workdays: Sat. Sept. 14 2p-4p Workday treat invasives Sat. October 12 2p-4p General Workday Wed. October 26 Set up Haunted Woods for Halloween No rain dates - Dress for work and the weather - Bring your own work gloves and bug spray Questions? Email Karin The Stewards of Glen Park's mission aligns with the ODWN Neighborhood Plan's "Environmental Responsibility" section, which focuses on ways to promote the enjoyment and sustainable management of existing neighborhood natural systems, recognizes them as important assets, and proposes ways to protect them. * Winchell Native Plant Enthusiasts
2024 Calendar of Events
*Safe Streets for All
Initial Traffic Calming Results Why did the City compete, obtain, and are now implementing a SS4A Supplemental Planning Grant? You can see the initial public study HERE *Neighborhood Road Construction Projects
March thru October - Projects set to start on Whites Rd. & Westnedge Ave. During construction, Whites Rd. will be open eastbound only. Drivers will be directed around construction via Howard or Kilgore to Oakland. The full project is scheduled to be completed in late October. Details and project updates at: www.kalamazoocity.org/projects * Installation of innovative stormwater treatment system underway at Asylum Lake
Work has begun on a project employing a two-pronged approach to improving the water quality of Asylum Lake. The core of this project involves installing a stormwater treatment device that uses technology and natural processes to prevent phosphorus, sediment and other pollutants from being released into the lake from untreated urban stormwater. You can read the full story HERE... *2024 City Clean Up Info.
(click on the blue text for full details)
*City Resources Available Online Regarding Deer Nuisances
City resources are available online to help Kalamazoo residents that are experiencing nuisance issues caused by the deer population. You can find helpful resources like deer resistant plants, information about fencing, and how to report issues at www.kalamazoocity.org/deer. You can also read the ad hoc committee's report on Kalamazoo's deer population. * Residents can report traffic violations to police online
The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) new webpage https://kalamazoopublicsafety.org/traffic/ with a form which allows you to report speeding, stop sign and red light violations, school bus violations, crosswalk violations, and more. You can also report where violations happen, how often they happen, and other details. KDPS says they will use the feedback to determine where to deploy their resources to address concerns. In case of an emergency, call 911. To report a malfunctioning traffic light or other equipment issues, call 311. *Native Plants
Native Plants "Cheat Sheet" - Download HERE a "cheat sheet" of native plant information for our area, as well as other valuable resources. Local Native Plant Sales (click on the links for details): *ODWN Neighborhood Plan
APPROVED By City Commission 6/1/20 Our Neighborhood Plan is now a part of the City's Master Plan!
*City & Neighborhood: Site Plans, Road Projects, Other Projects
1) Site Plans: The city regularly posts active site plans for review and comment by the public. Send your comments to: [email protected] 2) Road Projects: Information about road construction and other projects. 3) Other Projects: All other "Imagine Kalamazoo" city projects. |
Our next ODWNA Association meeting is:
Wed. September 18, 2024; 7:00pm - 8:30pm The ODWNA does not hold Association meeting in June, July, or August. However, if you have any questions, etc. for the board we can still be reached over the summer by email. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Our Board can always be reached via EMAIL HERE *EPS Foam & Electronics Recycling Rescheduled
Saturday, July 27; 10a-1p; Mayor's Riverfront Park Due to the potential for flooding to impact collection, the EPS foam collection scheduled for this weekend has been rescheduled. You can also recycle unwanted electronics and oral care products and bring documents to shred too! www.kalamazoocity.org/EPS *Summer Fun in Downtown Kalamazoo
Summer is in full swing Downtown with fun and free outdoor events happening each week:
*Lunchtime Live! Returns to Bronson Park
Continues thru August 30 This summer event series offers live music, summertime games, and a variety of food trucks every Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Full details with musical performers here ++++++++++++++++++++++ Youth and Teens Invited to Share Their Talents at the August 16 Lunchtime Live! The show will feature up to 16 acts and will be hosted by Von Washington Jr., the Executive Director of Community Relations for the Kalamazoo Promise. Interested youth can register online through July 25. Learn more about the Youth and Teen Talent Show *Summer Cinema Movie Series
Continues Thru August Join Kzoo Parks for a free outdoor movie in the park this summer at their Summer Cinema events:
Learn more *Kalamazoo receives $25M RAISE Grant Award
The City of Kalamazoo received a $25 million RAISE (Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity) Grant Award for planned restructuring of some Kalamazoo thoroughfares. It is the largest of three announced RAISE grants in Michigan to be awarded by the Department of Transportation. Proposed Project Details HERE *FFE Board of Directors Accepting Applications through July 31
A volunteer position on the Foundation for Excellence (FFE) Board of Directors representing Affinity Organizations is open. Full details HERE *Recycle Coach App
FREE App For Personalized Trash, Recycling Info. And More! The City of Kalamazoo has launched of a mobile app (iPhone & Android) and website plug-in containing all of the information residents need to know about residential trash and recycling services, tailored specifically to your neighborhood. Other features include:
The app is available for Android and iPhone users and can be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play for free by searching for “Recycle Coach” *Upcoming City Projects
Want to find out what street construction projects are planned this year? Wondering about upcoming parks projects? All City projects can be found at: www.kalamazoocity.org/projects You can also sign up for email updates on road construction at that website that will be provided approximately every two weeks. *Kalamazoo County Smart911 Available
Now Available! Smart911 is a free service that allows individuals and families to sign up online to provide key information to 9-1-1 call takers during an emergency. Smart911 allows citizens to create a Safety Profile at www.smart911.com for their household that includes any information they want 9-1-1 and response teams to have in the event of an emergency. When a citizen makes an emergency call, their Safety Profile is automatically displayed to the 9-1-1 call taker, allowing them to send the right response teams to the right location with the right information. *Are Your Service Water Pipes Made of Lead?
Kalamazoo's municipal water system has about 4,300 known lead service lines at about 2,800 addresses out of a total of more than 46,000 service lines in the system. At about 1,600 addresses, both the yard service lines and street service lines are lead. Of those addresses with one or the other, most of the lead pipes are yard service lines, according to city records. Lead and Copper Program The City offers free lead and copper testing kits to City of Kalamazoo water customers. ================== Here is a guide from the EPA, supplied to us by the City, that explains: • How lead gets into the body • About health effects of lead • What you can do to protect your family • Where to go for more information Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home * Connect With City Government!
Connect with the city to receive news, updates, and alerts 1) General Questions / Comments? (269) 337-8000 or 3-1-1 within city limits -or- www.KalamazooCity.org/contact 2) Foundation For Excellence website 3) www.ImagineKalamazoo.com where the public can connect and collaborate with local decision makers and other residents on the future of our community. 4) www.kalamazoocity.org/connect provides information on how residents can connect with the city to receive important information and updates. 5) The city has created a bi-monthly online newsletter. This publication will contains City information - news, alerts, meeting schedules & agendas, and events. Go HERE to sign up. |
ODWNA Statement of Purpose
-Preserve and enhance the neighborhood living concept in the area via the ODWN Neighborhood Plan.
-Protect the natural beauty of the area.
-Encourage the beautification, physical well-being and neighborhood spirit of the residential area.
-Constructively assist the Kalamazoo City and County Planning Commissions.
-Provide a forum for open and frank discussion of different points of view on neighborhood development.
-Provide for communication on matters of neighborhood interest to residents.
The Oakland Drive/Winchell Neighborhood Association was founded in 1973 in response to the City of Kalamazoo's proposal to widen Oakland Drive, which would have required the removal of many trees.
-Protect the natural beauty of the area.
-Encourage the beautification, physical well-being and neighborhood spirit of the residential area.
-Constructively assist the Kalamazoo City and County Planning Commissions.
-Provide a forum for open and frank discussion of different points of view on neighborhood development.
-Provide for communication on matters of neighborhood interest to residents.
The Oakland Drive/Winchell Neighborhood Association was founded in 1973 in response to the City of Kalamazoo's proposal to widen Oakland Drive, which would have required the removal of many trees.
ODWNA Board Members
President - Chris Shook
Vice President - Diana Morton-Thompson
Treasurer - Rachel Bennett
Secretary - Chris Bovid
Past President - Peter Kushner
Board Members at-large:
Christine Chadderdon
Barbara Miller
Barry Olsen
Paul Scott
Stephanie Watkins
President - Chris Shook
Vice President - Diana Morton-Thompson
Treasurer - Rachel Bennett
Secretary - Chris Bovid
Past President - Peter Kushner
Board Members at-large:
Christine Chadderdon
Barbara Miller
Barry Olsen
Paul Scott
Stephanie Watkins
Oakland Drive / Winchell Neighborhood Map
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ODWNA ~ P.O. BOX 20061 ~ Kalamazoo, Michigan 49019
ODWNA ~ P.O. BOX 20061 ~ Kalamazoo, Michigan 49019