CIVIC ENGAGEMENT GUIDE:... 1..Boards.&.Commissions 2..Meeting.Calendar 3..Meeting.Agendas 4..Attendance.Guide 5..Public.Comment.Guide 6..Now.What?.(Guide)
4. Attendance Guide
Attending a meeting can look different, depending on the meeting, your schedule, or accessibility needs. Fortunately, the City of Kalamazoo provides a couple of options–you can attend a meeting in person or tune in online. Check out our guide for details.
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First, find the meeting’s time and location. This can be found on the Board or Commission’s main page (accessed below, via the meeting’s Calendar entry or the Boards & Commissions list). Not all meetings are at City Hall, so it’s important to confirm the location, if attending in person.
You can also watch meetings live online.
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When entering the meeting space, you are free to sign in, if prompted. Next, look for available handouts, like a meeting agenda, then find a seat. If you have vision or hearing difficulties, look for seating that is near the front and close to a television monitor (monitors are installed in City Hall Commission Chambers), which may display presentation materials throughout the meeting.
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If a meeting agenda is available, it’s helpful to follow along in order to know when agenda items and public comments are expected. Some meetings can last hours, so you may also want to take notes to help you remember important information later.
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Interested in making a public comment? Check out our guide to learn some best practices.
Accessibility:
Meetings are live-streamed if you are unable to attend the meeting in person. See link below for details. For additional accommodations, contact the City of Kalamazoo for assistance. Phone: (269) 337-8000 | Email: 311@kalamazoocity.org
City Hall + 2nd Floor Commission Chambers
Kalamazoo City Hall (South Entrance)
View from lobby to 2nd floor Commission Chambers
Audience seating, Commission Chambers