The Kalamazoo City Commission meeting on December 2, 2024, focused on two main topics. The first is the Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act, presented by Jared Purdue, which aims to incentivize development in blighted areas by freezing the taxable value of properties. Commissioners discussed the potential impact and interest from local businesses. The second major topic was the Bronco Commons Project, a significant housing development initiative. Jamie McCarthy and other presenters outlined the use of new brownfield tax increment financing tools to support workforce housing. The commission addressed concerns about housing affordability and the role of tax incentives in facilitating development. The meeting provided insights into the city's strategies for economic development and addressing housing needs.