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Oshtemo Township - April 10, 2025 Planning Commission Meeting

Updated about 20 hours ago

The Oshtemo Township Board Meeting on West Main Village Rezoning is held on October 12, 2023. The board discusses a major rezoning proposal for West Main Village's mixed-use district, but decides to table the issue due to the absence of a full board. Public comments express strong opposition to the plan to connect neighborhoods, citing safety and quality of life concerns. Additionally, it is announced that a new business, Papa's Brittle, supported by Kalamazoo Forward Ventures, will open in Oshtemo, marking the first Main Street investment by the group. The board encourages support for this new establishment.

Chapters

Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance (00:00:16)
The meeting was called to order, and attendees were asked to join in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.

The chair called the meeting to order and requested everyone to join in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of America.
Approval of the Agenda (00:00:41)
The agenda for the meeting was reviewed and approved with a motion and vote.

The agenda for the meeting was presented to the attendees. A motion to approve the agenda as published was made, supported, and passed by a vote.
Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items (00:01:23)
Members of the public were invited to comment on items not included in the meeting's agenda.

Attendees were given the opportunity to speak on topics not listed on the agenda. Several community members came forward to express their views and concerns.
Approval of Meeting Minutes (00:01:39)
The minutes from the previous meeting were approved following a motion and vote.

The minutes of the previous meeting were reviewed. A motion to approve the minutes as presented was made, supported, and carried unanimously.
Public Hearing on West Main Village Rezoning (00:02:02)
A public hearing was held regarding the rezoning of West Main Village's mixed-use district and development plan.

The public hearing addressed the rezoning of the West Main Village mixed-use district and its comprehensive development plan. Due to the absence of a full board, a motion was made to table the item.
Public Comment on Rezoning Hearing (00:03:31)
Residents expressed opposition to the proposed rezoning and connectivity to their neighborhood.

Many residents voiced strong opposition to the proposed rezoning and the connection of their neighborhood to a new development. Concerns included increased traffic, safety, and changes to neighborhood character.
Other Business and Updates (00:14:30)
Updates on local business developments and initiatives were shared with the attendees.

An update was given about the first business in Oshtemo supported by Kalamazoo Forward Ventures. A ribbon-cutting ceremony for Papa's Brittle at Stadium and Ninth was announced.