Boil Water Advisory
Friday, June 5 - Monday, June 8 The City of Kalamazoo is in the process of repairing water infrastructure on Taliesin Drive. This work is scheduled for Friday, June 05, 2026, starting at approximately 8:00 a.m., at which time the water will be shut off. The work will result in a temporary loss of pressure and consequently, a precautionary boil water advisory is being issued in cooperation with the Kalamazoo County Health and Community Services Department for all water intended for drinking or ingestion or any consumptive uses within the affected area (see map), including:
Municipal water customers in the affected area may use bottled water for consumptive purposes or boil their tap water for two minutes prior to use for drinking or other ingestion. No special precautionary measures are necessary for water used for personal hygiene. 
Water Infrastructure Work on Whites Road
Monday, June 15 - Friday, June 19 Whites Road will close Westbound and Eastbound traffic between South Westnedge Avenue and Oakland Drive, beginning Monday, June 15, 2026, through Friday, June 19, 2026, for water infrastructure improvements. Motorists should expect delays and are advised to follow the posted detour route. Access to all homes and local businesses will be maintained throughout the project. 
2025-206 ODWNA Annual Summary
The ODWNA Board of Directors has compiled an annual summary of the Association's board member roles, finances, advocacy, and activities for the 2025-2026 year. Take a look to to see what we've accomplished as a neighborhood, and reach out with your ideas for the coming year. 
2026-2027 ASSOCIATION SEASON
Our Association meetings take a break for the summer, but the Board of Directors continues to work on programming for the upcoming season, including the monthly Speaker Series. Who do you want to hear from in 2026-2027? What kinds of events are you looking forward to? Give us a shout and let us know what's on your mind. WMU Soccer Stadium Upgrades
Western Michigan University has raised $2 million to upgrade the soccer stadium on Parkview Avenue with lighting and professional style sideline benches and shelters. These improvements are scheduled to be installed in the summer of 2026. WMU has stated that the new stadium lights will not trespass on neighboring properties, including Parkview Hills and Asylum Lake Preserve. Read more about the project here. If you have any questions, you may email Keanah A. Smith, Senior Associate Athletic Director at WMU. 2026 ODWNA Board of Directors Election
The Elections Committee of the Oakland Drive-Winchell Neighborhood Association has certified the annual election. There were three open seats for three year terms, and the following individuals have been voted to fill those seats: Christopher Bovid, Agshin Jafarov, and Alaina Schuld. If you'd like to apply for the board in the future, you can get all the details on our Governance page. Join the ODWNA Today
An annual membership of only $20 per person per year helps fund ODWNA initiatives like our monthly Speaker Series and Adopt-a-Drain program, neighborhood events including the Annual Car Show and Earth Day Fun Run, and communication tools including our e-news, website, and mailings. If you enjoy any or all of these benefits, please chip in to help us continue the work we love! You can sign up here, and pay via Venmo. |
Saturday, May 30, 10am - 12pm
Invasive Species Pull at Glen Park North (2731 Wellington)
Sunday, May 31, 1-4pm Native Plant Exchange (2502 Waite)
Friday, June 5 Last Day of School!
Kzoo Parks Summer Camps
Registration for Kzoo Parks summer camps and programs is now open for Kalamazoo City residents. Registration is available online at www.kzooparks.org/programs or in person at the Kzoo Parks office (251 Mills St) Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or Fridays by appointment. Registration will open for non-city residents on Monday, April 13. Kzoo Parks offers a variety of free and affordable summer programs for youth including music, career exploration, sports and recreation, and more. 
Imagine Kalamazoo 2035: Design It!
You can now participate in Design It! online, on your time, from anywhere, with activities that mirror the in-person Design It! meetings. ✔ Complete a quick activity ✔ Share a few ideas ✔ Or dive deeper and give detailed feedback Every response will help create the Imagine Kalamazoo 2035 plan. Go to www.kalamazoocity.org/IKonline to start! 
Spring/Summer View From the Curb
Get all the info you need on waste, recycling, and public services in the latest issue of View From the Curb. Find your schedule for hydrant flushing, leaf pick up, bulk track collection, food scrap recycling and more - all in one document!
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ODWNA Board Members
President - Stephanie Watkins Vice President - Barry Olson Treasurer - Jim Freeman Secretary - Chris Bovid Past President - Chris Shook Board Members at-large: Todd Ellis Ellen Foley Agshin Jafarov Alaina Schuld Paul Scott Run for the board! Review the Director Applications and Criteria here Connect with us any time at: [email protected] |
ODWNA Statement of Purpose
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. |
