During the Monthly Meeting of the City Historic Preservation Commission, members discuss the financial status of the O'Connor Fund, noting a recent decrease but an increase in spendable money. They address the absence of a financial report due to bookkeeping adjustments at the start of the year. The commission explores strategies for community-wide engagement, particularly focusing on underrepresented groups such as African American, Latin American, and Native American communities. They consider collaborating with the Kalamazoo Public Library on initiatives like 'Untold Stories of Kalamazoo'. The meeting also covers the upcoming O'Connor Fund pre-application meeting, with discussions on logistics and budgeting. The passing of Dean Margaret Hawk, a notable community figure, is acknowledged. The meeting concludes with plans to enhance member training and engagement through city resources.