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WhereYpsilanti, Michigan

Money$48,995 was at stake

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CITY OF YPSILANTI
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
Council Chambers
One South Huron, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Launch Meeting - Zoom

CALL TO ORDER

II.

ROLL CALL

III.

A MOMENT TO CENTER AND FOCUS

IV.

AGENDA APPROVAL

PUBLIC COMMENT - 60 MINUTES TOTAL (3 MINUTES/EACH SPEAKER)

VI.

PRESENTATIONS

VII.

Dr. Brendan B. Kelly, President, Eastern Michigan University & Dr. Tressa Kelly

Proclamation for Stop the Gun Violence Community Outreach Event - Wear Orange
Weekend – June 6, 2026

ORDINANCES FIRST READING
A.

Ordinance No. 1465 – "Harm Reduction Zoning Text Amendment.”
Public Hearing Resolution No. 2025-114, close the public hearing.
Resolution No. 2025-113, determination.

VIII. CONSENT AGENDA
A.

Resolution No. 2026-115 Approving all items on the Consent Agenda.

Resolution No. 2026-116 Approving the minutes of the regular meeting of May 5,
2026, and the Special Meetings of April 22, 2026 and May 12, 2026 of the Ypsilanti
City Council be approved.

Resolution No. 2026-117 Reappointing Resident, Nancy Heine to the Sustainability
Commission, with a term ending May 1, 2029.

Resolution No. 2026-118 Approving the Pen Dam Change Order.

Resolution No. 2026-119 Approving the proposal submitted by OHM for project
oversight and construction coordination services for the Frog Island Accessibility
Improvement project in the amount of $48,995.

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IX.

XI.

Resolution No. 2026-120 Approving the amendment submitted by OHM to the
previously approved CA/CE proposal for the reconstruction of Harriet Street (First to
Hawkins) in the amount of $37,850.

Resolution No. 2026-121 Approving the proposed Ordinance No. 1463, entitled “20262027 Tax Levy Ordinance” upon second and final Reading.

Resolution No. 2026-122 Recognizing June 19th and authorizing to display the
Juneteenth Flag from a window in Council Chambers viewable from Huron St., through
the duration of the month.

Resolution No. 2026-123 Declaring June as “Pride Month” and authorizing to display
the Pride Flag from a window in Council Chambers viewable from Huron St., through
the duration of the month.

RESOLUTIONS/MOTIONS/DISCUSSIONS
A.

Resolution No. 2026-124 Proclaiming Saturday, June 6, 2026, as CIVIC DUTY
EDUCATION DAY in the City of Ypsilanti and encouraging all residents, families,
educators, youth leaders, elected officials, and community stakeholders to participate
in activities that uplift civic knowledge, community voice, and public engagement.

Resolution No. 2026-125 Approving Ordinance No. 1464 entitled, “An Ordinance to
Amend Budget for 2025-2026 and Adopt Budget for FY 2026-2027 and 2027-2028,
upon Second and final Reading.

Resolution No. 2026-126 Approving the request to waive the application, event, and
street closure fees totaling $2,500 for the Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra.

Resolution No. 2026-127 Formally supporting YCUA’s 12 month moratorium on the
delivery, commitment, reservation, extension, or approval of water and sewer services
to hyper-scale data centers, mid-sized data centers, artificial intelligence computing
facilities, and high-performance computational centers pending completion of
necessary due diligence investigations.

BOARD AND COMMISSION - LIAISON REPORTS
A.

Police Advisory Commission

Human Relations Commission

Parks and Arts Commission

Sustainability Commission

Historic District Commission

Planning Commission

Zoning Board of Appeals

LIAISON REPORTS

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XII.

SEMCOG Update

Washtenaw Area Transportation Study

Urban County

Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority

Friends of Rutherford Pool

COUNCIL PROPOSED BUSINESS

XIII. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
XIV.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER

XV.

COMMUNICATIONS
A.

XVI.

WCAA Letter and Resolution Affirming Constitutional Compliance and Clarifying the
Authority's Role in Federal Immigration Enforcement

PUBLIC COMMENT - CONTINUED (3 MINUTES/EACH SPEAKER)

XVII. ADJOURNMENT
A.

Please click here to access the City Council Contact Form. This form can be used to
submit any comments/concerns you might have about this agenda.

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PROCLAMATION
May 19, 2026

STOP THE GUN VIOLENCE COMMUNITY OUTREACH EVENT
Wear Orange Weekend – June 6, 2026

WHEREAS, gun violence continues to impact communities across our nation, leaving lasting harm on
individuals, families, and neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, the City of Ypsilanti is committed to fostering a safe, healthy, and connected community
where every resident has the opportunity to live free from violence; and
WHEREAS, community-led efforts play a critical role in both prevention and healing, creating space
for education, awareness, and collective action; and
WHEREAS, the STOP THE GUN VIOLENCE Community Outreach Event, organized by P.O.P., brings
together residents, advocates, and organizations for a day of unity, healing, and empowerment
through music, food, community voices, and resource sharing on June 6, 2026; and
WHEREAS, this event centers and supports families impacted by gun violence, ensuring they have
access to information, services, and a community that sees and stands with them; and
WHEREAS, P.O.P. partners with local and national organizations, including Moms Demand Action
and local Students Demand Action chapters, as well as educational institutions, to expand awareness
and advocacy efforts; and
WHEREAS, the involvement of University of Michigan in providing a mobile mammogram unit
offering free screenings reflects a holistic approach to community care and wellness; and
WHEREAS, the partnership with Ypsilanti Community Schools to organize a student art contest
uplifts youth voices and encourages creative expression around themes of peace, safety, and
community; and
WHEREAS, Wear Orange Weekend serves as a national call to honor victims and survivors of gun
violence while raising awareness and encouraging communities to take action toward safer futures;
and
WHEREAS, residents are encouraged to wear orange throughout the weekend as a visible symbol of
solidarity, remembrance, hope, and a shared commitment to ending gun violence; and
WHEREAS, this event is free and open to the public, ensuring accessibility and broad community
participation;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Nicole Brown, Mayor of the City of Ypsilanti, do hereby recognize June 6,
2026, as STOP THE GUN VIOLENCE Community Outreach Day in the City of Ypsilanti and encourage
all residents to participate in Wear Orange Weekend, attend the event, support impacted families,
and stand united against gun violence in all forms.
Given under my hand and seal of the
City of Ypsilanti May 19, 2026.
Nicole Brown, Mayor

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From:
Subject: Ordinance No. 1465 – "Harm Reduction Zoning Text Amendment.”
Public Hearing Resolution No. 2025-114, close the public hearing.
Resolution No. 2025-113, determination.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
01 - RFL_Resolution - Harm Reduction
2.
02 - March 2026 PC Minutes
3.
Resolution No2026-114 Close PH
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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Request for Legislation
May 19th, 2026

To: Mayor and City Council
From: Joshua Burns, City Planner
Date: May 19th, 2026
Subject: First Reading: Harm Reduction Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA)

SUMMARY
The City of Ypsilanti is committed to improving our zoning systems, as well as encouraging public health
and safety. It is the purpose of this zoning text amendment to permit and establish regulations for harm
reduction services that protect neighboring uses and empower people who use drugs (PWUD) to choose
to live a healthier, self-directed, and purpose-filled life.
BACKGROUND
In August of 2024, Alex Munro, the owner of 36 N. Huron reached out inquiring about the permissibility
of the proposed business, LEAF Harm Reduction. As part of the application, the description of the
proposed use was described as quote, “Personal/Office and mixed use. Domestic non-profit. Public health
education. LEAF Harm Reduction will provide harm reduction services and risk reduction education and
counselling.” As part of the application submittal, Alex forwarded an email message further describing the
proposed use as quote, “We received a tenant application from LEAF Harm Reduction Center (I have a
copy of their New Business application and floor plan sketch attached); I understand that this new tenant
is an office user which provides counseling to drug users. They also plan to offer drug testing services
where drug users will bring their drugs to be tested for pollutants (eg, checking a person's heroin in order
to ensure it has no fentanyl).”
It is important to note that the Zoning Ordinance does not define harm reduction, which requires the City
Planner to make an interpretive decision as to what existing uses presently defined in the ordinance most
closely defines the proposed use (Section 122-371(a)). Since 36 N. Huron is in the Center zoning district,
elements of the proposed use are permitted by right (i.e. office use and counselling services); however,
testing illegal substances to ensure they are not laced with any contamination is not defined anywhere in
the ordinance. I relayed this information over the phone to one of the business partners, Ashley Shukait,
in which she understood and claimed a revised business occupancy license will be submitted, removing
drug testing as part of its use. Neither the Planning Department nor Building Department received the
revised application for this location.
On April 19th, 2025, the city received an application for an appointment to a citizen advisory board and
commission from Cornelius Williams, one of the other business partners of LEAF Harm Reduction. In his
submission, Williams claimed his business, LEAF Harm Reduction, operates at 124 Pearl Street. According
to the application, “the entity is engaged in what it describes as the region’s first semi-quantitative drug
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checking initiative—alongside wrap-around services and harm reduction supply distribution.” Notably, the
city never received a business occupancy application for operations at this location, violating Section 2233 of the city’s Code of Ordinances, which states “No person shall start a new business in the city without
first obtaining a registration therefor from the city clerk.”
Upon notification of operation, staff issued an illegal use violation letter on May 7th, 2025, to the property
owners of 124 Pearl, 124 Peace Plaza LLC. In that letter, staff defined the use as a substance abuse
treatment facility and noted that, per Section 122-446, which regulates uses within the Center zoning
district, where 124 Pearl is located, such facilities are not permitted.
For reference, Section 122-203(s), a substance abuse treatment facility is defined as:
1. “Boarding. Any facility providing substance abuse treatment or preventive or addictive
counseling, including the dispensing of or distribution of drugs as part of the treatment, where
individuals receiving the treatment live on the premises for a period of time, including overnight
stays.
2. Walk-in. Any facility providing substance abuse treatment or preventive or addictive counseling,
including the dispensing or distribution of drugs as part of the treatment plan, where no one
resides on the premises overnight.”

Staff recognize that there is a need for harm reduction services, and that these services differ from
substance abuse treatment facilities. Harm reduction focuses on minimizing the negative consequences of
drug use without requiring abstinence, whereas substance abuse treatment facilities aim to help
individuals achieve abstinence through therapeutic programs that address the underlying causes of
addiction and support the development of healthier habits and coping strategies. Despite these
differences, Section 122-371(a) requires all questions concerning administrative decisions under the
Zoning Ordinance to first be presented to the applicable City official, which in this case is the City
Planner. As the City Planner, it is my job to interpret which use category most accurately reflects the uses
taking place, and as mentioned above, the closest use to harm reduction in the Zoning Ordinance was
interpreted as a substance abuse treatment facility, hence the issuance of an unpermitted use violation
letter.
Following the issuance of the unpermitted use violation letter, staff met with Williams to discuss his
options moving forward. Staff informed Williams that he could submit an appeal of an administrative
decision application to have the Zoning Board of Appeals weigh in on staff’s interpretation. In addition to
this suggestion, Williams was informed that he is required to submit a business occupancy license to
operate his business within the city. Ultimately, an appeal of an administrative decision application was
never submitted, and upon review of the submitted business occupancy, staff followed up with Williams
on June 12th, 2025, inquiring about the business hours of operation, the kind of personal services that
will be occurring, and what supplies will be distributed. After receiving no response, staff followed up on
August 1st, 2025, requesting a response by August 8th, 2025. Williams responded to informing staff that
operations were no longer occurring at 124 Pearl and stated that they hope to submit another application
to reopen in a new location.
On August 21st, 2025, the Human Relations Commission adopted Resolution 2025-787, requesting that
the City Council direct the Planning Department to establish a clear definition of harm reduction services.
Subsequently, at its September 23rd, 2025, meeting, the City Council directed the Planning Commission
to review and develop a defined zoning framework for harm reduction services.
During this time, LEAF indicated that it would submit an application for a business occupancy license at
their new location; however, staff did not receive an application for several months and later discovered
that LEAF had begun operating at 211 E. Michigan Avenue without obtaining a business occupancy
license. As a result, staff issued a violation notice for an unpermitted use and required the cessation of
operations.
Despite staff’s continued efforts to enforce the City’s ordinances, the City Council directed staff on
November 18, 2025, to cease enforcement actions related to the operation. Since that time, the Planning
Commission has continued discussions regarding the definition and regulation of harm reduction services.
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STANDARDS FOR ZONING TEXT AMENDMENTS

§122-362(a)

(a) Text Amendment. For a change to the text of the Zoning Ordinance, the Planning Commission shall
consider and the City Council may consider, whether the proposed amendment meets the following
standards:
(1) The proposed amendment is consistent with the guiding values of the Master Plan; and
(2) The rezoning is consistent with description and purpose of the proposed district; and (Staff Note:
This is not a rezoning.)

(3) The proposed amendment is consistent with the intent of this Zoning Ordinance; and
(4) The proposed amendment will enhance the functionality, transportation network or character of the
future development in the City; and
(5) The proposed amendment will preserve the historic nature of the surrounding area and of the City;
and
(6) The proposed amendment will enhance the natural features and environmental sustainability of the
City; and
(7) The proposed amendment will protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the public; or
(8) The proposed amendment is needed to correct an error or omission in the original text; or
(9) The proposed amendment will address a community need in physical or economic conditions or
development practices; and
(10) The proposed amendment will not result in the creation of significant nonconformities in the City.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommended Action: Adopt

Planning Commission’s action notification:
Motion to recommend City Council approve the proposed text amendment to Sections 122203, 122-446, 122-451, 122-461, and 122-555, with the following amendments as discussed
in the meeting; to define drug checking services as an allowed use within the harm
reduction service facility definition, and provide a subsection b under 122-555 to establish
use-based buffer regulations for harm reduction service facilities; and with the following
findings:
1. The proposed amendment is consistent with the guiding values of the Master Plan; and
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with the intent of this Zoning Ordinance; and
3. The proposed amendment will enhance the functionality, transportation network or character of
the future development in the City; and
4. The proposed amendment will preserve the historic nature of the surrounding area and of the
City; and
5. The proposed amendment will not result in the creation of significant nonconformities in the City.

--Moved by Marin. Seconded by Woodring. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries
Brian Jones-Chance, Chair – Support
Matt Dunwoodie, Vice-Chair – Support
Mike Davis Jr. – Support
Phil Hollifield – Support
Carl Schier – Support
Michelle Marin – Support
Greg Woodring – Support

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EXISTING LANGUAGE
Section 122-203.S (Definitions)
Substance abuse treatment facility means:
1. Boarding. Any facility providing substance abuse treatment or preventive or addictive
counseling, including the dispensing of or distribution of drugs as part of the treatment, where
individuals receiving the treatment live on the premises for a period of time, including overnight
stays.
2. Walk-in. Any facility providing substance abuse treatment or preventive or addictive
counseling, including the dispensing or distribution of drugs as part of the treatment plan,
where no one resides on the premises overnight.

Center Permissible Uses Chart
P=Principal, A=Accessory, S=Special Land Use

USES

NOTES

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

SERVICES
Business and professional offices and
services
Financial services, including banks

Personal service establishments

Body Art Facilities

Printing services, including but not
limited to: publishing, engraving,
photo development, lithographing,
silk screening and three-dimensional
printing
Hotels & motels

Child Care Centers

Section 122-521

Laundromats and dry cleaners

No dry cleaning on premises.

Medical or dental clinics

Catering services

Self-storage

No drive through or drive-in
facilities are permitted in C.

Section 122-554

Corridors (HC; NC; GC)
P=Principal, A=Accessory, S=Special Land Use, -- = Not Permitted

USES

NOTES

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

Drive through or drive-in
facilities require special land use

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P=Principal, A=Accessory, S=Special Land Use, -- = Not Permitted

USES

Financial services, including
banks, 15,000 square feet
or more
Homeless Shelter

NOTES

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

Personal service
establishments, less than
15,000 square feet
Personal service
establishments, 15,000
square feet or more
Body art facilities

Offices for skilled trade
services including but not
limited to plumbing,
electric, heating, and
painting establishments
Printing services, including
but not limited to:
publishing, engraving,
photo development,
lithographing, silk screening
and three-dimensional
printing
Bed & Breakfast or Inn

Section 122-544

Section 122-549

Section 122-520

Hotels & motels

Child Care Centers

Funeral homes

Laundromats and dry
cleaners, less than 15,000
square feet
Laundromats and dry
cleaners, 15,000 square
feet or more
Nursing Homes
Medical or dental clinics,
less than 10,000 square
feet
Medical or dental clinics,
10,000 square feet or more

No dry cleaning on premises.

S
P

-P

S
P

Section 122-543

Veterinary hospitals and
clinics
Kennels, commercial
Substance abuse treatment
facilities
Catering services, less than
15,000 square feet
Catering services, 15,000
square feet or more
Self-storage

Section 122-557

---

S
S

Section 122-535
Section 122-554

Drive through or drive-in
facilities require special land
use.
Section 122-532

Section 122-521

Section 122-554

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Health & Human Services (HHS)
P=Principal, A=Accessory, S=Special Land Use

USES
SERVICES

HHS

Business and professional offices
and services
Financial services, including
banks
Adult drop-in center

NOTES

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

Drive through or drive-in facilities
require special land use

Section 122-510

Homeless Shelter

Section 122-532

Personal service establishments

Child Care Centers

Funeral homes

Nursing Homes

Medical or dental clinics

Hospitals

Substance abuse treatment
facilities
Catering services

Business and professional offices
and services

Section 122-521
Section 122-543

Section 122-555

Section 122-555. Substance Abuse Treatment Facilities
Substance abuse treatment facilities shall be subject to the conditions hereinafter imposed:
(a) Such facilities shall have direct access to a major thoroughfare, in accordance with §122-673.
(b) Such uses shall not be located within 1,000 feet of an R1, CN-Mid, or CN-SF district or of
another such facility.

PROPOSED LANGUAGE
See the proposed text. Red text with strikethrough is being deleted; green text underlined is proposed to
be added. Sections shall be renumbered accordingly.
Section 122-203. Definitions. D (New Language)
Drug Checking Equipment & Services means a harm-reduction service in which a small quantity of a
substance is voluntarily provided for the purpose of analyzing its contents to identify contaminants,
adulterants, or toxic substances. Drug checking may include the use of reagent tests, test strips,
spectrometry, or other public-health screening tools.
Drug Testing means a practice performed by a licensed medical professional that analyzes a person’s
urine, blood, saliva, hair, or other biological specimen for the purpose of detecting the presence,
absence, or concentration of controlled substances, alcohol, or related metabolites.
Section 122-203. Definitions. H (New Language)
Harm Reduction Service Facility means a facility that provides public health-oriented services
designed to reduce the negative health, social, and legal impacts associated with substance use.
These services may include, but are not limited to, distribution of sterile syringes and safe use supplies,
distribution of Naloxone, overdose prevention and reversal education and materials, health care
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referrals, STI testing services, peer support, outreach and engagement, drug checking services, and
other evidence-based harm reduction strategies that meet individuals “where they are” to improve
health outcomes.
Section 122-203. Definitions. S (Amended Language)
Substance abuse treatment Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facility means a facility, licensed by
the State of Michigan under the Michigan Public Health Code (e.g., Part 62, MCL 333.6230 –
333.6251), that provides substance use disorder services, including prevention, outpatient counseling,
treatment, rehabilitation, drug checking services, or residential support services for individuals
experiencing substance use disorders. Such facilities may include, but are not limited to, outpatient
treatment centers, residential treatment programs, counseling services, harm reduction services, and
recovery support services. A substance use disorder facility does not include general medical clinics,
pharmacies, or other health care providers that do not primarily provide substance use disorder
services.
1) Boarding. Any facility providing substance abuse treatment or preventive or addictive
counseling, including the dispensing of or distribution of drugs as part of the treatment, where
individuals receiving the treatment live on the premises for a period of time, including overnight
stays.
2) Walk-in. Any facility providing substance abuse treatment or preventive or addictive
counseling, including the dispensing or distribution of drugs as part of the treatment plan,
where no one resides on the premises overnight

Center (C)
P=Principal, A=Accessory, S=Special Land Use

USES

NOTES

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

SERVICES
Business and professional offices and
services

Financial services, including banks

Personal service establishments

Body Art Facilities

Printing services, including but not
limited to: publishing, engraving,
photo development, lithographing,
silk screening and three-dimensional
printing

Hotels & motels

Child Care Centers

Section 122-521

Laundromats and dry cleaners

No dry cleaning on premises.

Medical or dental clinics

Catering services

Self-storage

Section 122-554

Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Facility
Harm Reduction Service Facility

Section 122-555

Vehicle technological service

No drive through or drive-in
facilities are permitted in C.

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Corridors (HC; NC; GC)
P=Principal, A=Accessory, S=Special Land Use, -- = Not Permitted

USES

NOTES

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

Section 122-544

Section 122-549

Section 122-520

Hotels & motels

Child Care Centers

Funeral homes

Laundromats and dry
cleaners, less than 15,000
square feet
Laundromats and dry
cleaners, 15,000 square
feet or more
Nursing Homes

No dry cleaning on premises.

Section 122-543

Medical or dental clinics,
less than 10,000 square
feet
Medical or dental clinics,
10,000 square feet or more
Veterinary hospitals and
clinics
Kennels, commercial

Section 122-557

Section 122-535

SERVICES
Business and professional
offices, less than 15,000
square feet
Business and professional
offices, 15,000 square feet
or more
Financial services, including
banks, less than 15,000
square feet
Financial services, including
banks, 15,000 square feet
or more
Homeless Shelter
Personal service
establishments, less than
15,000 square feet
Personal service
establishments, 15,000
square feet or more
Body art facilities

Drive through or drive-in
facilities require special land use
Drive through or drive-in
facilities require special land
use.
Section 122-532

Section 122-521

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P=Principal, A=Accessory, S=Special Land Use, -- = Not Permitted

USES

--S

Section 122-554 5

Section 122-555

Substance abuse use
disorder treatment facilities
Harm reduction service
facility
Catering services, less than
15,000 square feet
Catering services, 15,000
square feet or more
Self-storage

NOTES

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

Section 122-554

Health & Human Services (HHS)
P=Principal, A=Accessory, S=Special Land Use

USES
SERVICES

HHS

NOTES

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

Business and professional offices
and services
Financial services, including
banks

P
P

Drive through or drive-in facilities
require special land use

Adult drop-in center

Section 122-510

Homeless Shelter

Section 122-532

Personal service establishments

Child Care Centers

Funeral homes

Nursing Homes

Medical or dental clinics

Section 122-521
Section 122-543

Hospitals

Substance abuse use disorder
treatment facilities
Harm reduction service facility

Section 122-555

Catering services

Section 122-555. Substance Abuse Use Disorder Treatment Facilities & Harm Reduction Service
Facilities (Amended Language)
(a) Generally. Nothing in this Chapter, or in any companion regulatory provision adopted in any
other provision of this Code, is intended to grant, nor shall they be construed as granting,
immunity from criminal prosecution under State or Federal law.
(b) The following standards shall apply to substance use disorder treatment facilities:
(1) The facility shall have direct access to a major thoroughfare, in accordance with §122673.
(2) The use shall not be located within 1,000 feet of a school and/or another such facility
measured from the outermost boundaries of the lot or parcel.
(3) The use shall operate entirely within an enclosed building.
(4) Queueing space shall be identified on the site plan and contained on-site or indoors.
(c) The following standards shall apply to harm reduction service facilities:
(1) The use shall not be located within 500 feet of a school and/or another such facility
measured from the outermost boundaries of the lot or parcel.
(2) The use shall operate entirely within an enclosed building.
(3) Queueing space shall be identified on the site plan and contained on-site or indoors.

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ATTACHMENTS
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Resolution
Ordinance
Planning Commission Minutes.

CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: _________

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: _________________________
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL: ____________________________________

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Resolution No. 2026 - 113
May 19th, 2026

RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:
WHEREAS, The City Council directed the Planning Commission to review and provide
recommendations regarding the regulation and definition of harm reduction
services within the Zoning Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the proposed zoning text
amendments and discussed the operational, locational, and compatibility
considerations associated with harm reduction service facilities; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amendments are intended to provide regulatory clarity,
establish reasonable operational standards, promote public health and safety, and
ensure compatibility with surrounding land uses; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on the proposed
zoning text amendments in accordance with the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act,
Public Act 110 of 2006, as amended; and
WHEREAS, following review and deliberation, the Planning Commission
recommended approval of the proposed zoning text amendments to the City
Council; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Ypsilanti City Council hereby approves
its first reading of Ordinance No. 1465, entitled “Harm Reduction Zoning Text
Amendment.”

OFFERED BY:
SUPPORTED BY:
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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City of Ypsilanti
Notice of Adopted Ordinance
Ordinance No. 1465
An Ordinance Entitled “Harm Reduction”
THE CITY OF YPSILANTI ORDAINS the provisions of the Harm Reduction Zoning Text Amendment.
This zoning text amendment applies to the following sections:
Definitions
• Section 122-203 – Definitions D, H, S (New and Amended Definitions)
Permissible Use Charts
• Section 122-446 – Center (C) Permissible Uses Chart (Amended Language)
• Section 122-451 - Corridors (HC, NC, GC) Permissible Uses Chart (Amended Language)
• Section 122-461 – Health & Human Services (HHS) Permissible Uses Chart (Amended Language)
Use-Based Regulations
• Section 122-555. Substance Abuse Treatment Facilities (Amended Language)

The proposed revisions are as follows:
Section 122-203. Definitions. D (New Language)
Drug Checking Equipment & Services means a harm-reduction service in which a small quantity of a
substance is voluntarily provided for the purpose of analyzing its contents to identify contaminants,
adulterants, or toxic substances. Drug checking may include the use of reagent tests, test strips,
spectrometry, or other public-health screening tools.
Drug Testing means a practice performed by a licensed medical professional that analyzes a person’s
urine, blood, saliva, hair, or other biological specimen for the purpose of detecting the presence,
absence, or concentration of controlled substances, alcohol, or related metabolites.
Section 122-203. Definitions. H (New Language)
Harm Reduction Service Facility means a facility that provides public health-oriented services
designed to reduce the negative health, social, and legal impacts associated with substance use.
These services may include, but are not limited to, distribution of sterile syringes and safe use supplies,
distribution of Naloxone, overdose prevention and reversal education and materials, health care
referrals, STI testing services, peer support, outreach and engagement, drug checking services, and
other evidence-based harm reduction strategies that meet individuals “where they are” to improve
health outcomes.
Section 122-203. Definitions. S (Amended Language)
Substance abuse treatment Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facility means a facility, licensed by
the State of Michigan under the Michigan Public Health Code (e.g., Part 62, MCL 333.6230 –
333.6251), that provides substance use disorder services, including prevention, outpatient counseling,
treatment, rehabilitation, drug checking services, or residential support services for individuals
experiencing substance use disorders. Such facilities may include, but are not limited to, outpatient
treatment centers, residential treatment programs, counseling services, harm reduction services, and
recovery support services. A substance use disorder facility does not include general medical clinics,
pharmacies, or other health care providers that do not primarily provide substance use disorder
services.
1) Boarding. Any facility providing substance abuse treatment or preventive or addictive
counseling, including the dispensing of or distribution of drugs as part of the treatment, where
individuals receiving the treatment live on the premises for a period of time, including overnight
stays.

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2) Walk-in. Any facility providing substance abuse treatment or preventive or addictive
counseling, including the dispensing or distribution of drugs as part of the treatment plan,
where no one resides on the premises overnight

Center (C)
P=Principal, A=Accessory, S=Special Land Use

USES

NOTES

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

SERVICES
Business and professional offices and
services

Financial services, including banks

Personal service establishments

Body Art Facilities

Printing services, including but not
limited to: publishing, engraving,
photo development, lithographing,
silk screening and three-dimensional
printing

Hotels & motels

Child Care Centers

Section 122-521

Laundromats and dry cleaners

No dry cleaning on premises.

Medical or dental clinics

Catering services

Self-storage

Section 122-554

Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Facility
Harm Reduction Service Facility

Section 122-555

Vehicle technological service

No drive through or drive-in
facilities are permitted in C.

Corridors (HC; NC; GC)
P=Principal, A=Accessory, S=Special Land Use, -- = Not Permitted

USES

NOTES

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

Drive through or drive-in
facilities require special land use
Drive through or drive-in
facilities require special land
use.
Section 122-532

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P=Principal, A=Accessory, S=Special Land Use, -- = Not Permitted

USES

Section 122-544

Section 122-549

Section 122-520

Hotels & motels

Child Care Centers

Funeral homes

Laundromats and dry
cleaners, less than 15,000
square feet
Laundromats and dry
cleaners, 15,000 square
feet or more
Nursing Homes

No dry cleaning on premises.

Section 122-543

Medical or dental clinics,
less than 10,000 square
feet
Medical or dental clinics,
10,000 square feet or more
Veterinary hospitals and
clinics
Kennels, commercial

Section 122-557

Section 122-535

--S

Section 122-554 5

Section 122-555

Personal service
establishments, less than
15,000 square feet
Personal service
establishments, 15,000
square feet or more
Body art facilities

Substance abuse use
disorder treatment facilities
Harm reduction service
facility
Catering services, less than
15,000 square feet
Catering services, 15,000
square feet or more
Self-storage

NOTES

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

Section 122-521

Section 122-554

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Health & Human Services (HHS)
P=Principal, A=Accessory, S=Special Land Use

USES
SERVICES

HHS

NOTES

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

Business and professional offices
and services
Financial services, including
banks

P
P

Drive through or drive-in facilities
require special land use

Adult drop-in center

Section 122-510

Homeless Shelter

Section 122-532

Personal service establishments

Child Care Centers

Funeral homes

Nursing Homes

Medical or dental clinics

Hospitals

Substance abuse use disorder
treatment facilities
Harm reduction service facility

Section 122-555

Catering services

Section 122-521
Section 122-543

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MADE, PASSED, AND ADOPTED BY THE YPSILANTI CITY COUNCIL THIS ____ DAY OF __________ ,
______.
______________________________
Tracey Boudreau, City Clerk

Attest
I do hereby confirm that the above Ordinance No. ______ was published in the Washtenaw Legal
News on the _____ day of __________, _____.
______________________________
Tracey Boudreau, City Clerk

CERTIFICATE OF ADOPTING
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of the Ordinance passed at the regular meeting
of the City Council held on the ____ day of __________ , ______.

______________________________
Tracey Boudreau, City Clerk

Notice Published: April 21st, 2026
First Reading: May 19th, 2026
Second Reading:
Published:
Effective Date:

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CITY OF YPSILANTI
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
APPROVED MINUTES
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026 @ 7:00 PM
Council Chambers
One South Huron, Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Call to Order | 7:03 PM

II.

Roll Call
Brian Jones-Chance, Chair – Present
Matt Dunwoodie, Vice-Chair – Present
Mike Davis Jr. – Present
Phil Hollifield – Present
Amanda Smith – Excused Absence
Carl Schier – Present
Michelle Marin – Present
Greg Woodring – Present
Ingrid Lao - Excused Absence

Motion to excuse the absence of Commissioners Smith & Lao.
--Moved by Marin. Seconded by Hollifield. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries

III.

Agenda Approval
March 18th, 2026, *Amended Agenda
*Staff requested the addition of a presentation to provide an update on projects within the
Planning Department.

--Amendment accepted by Commissioner Dunwoodie.
Motion to approve the amended agenda.
--Moved by Dunwoodie. Seconded by Marin. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries

IV.

Approval of Minutes
February 18th, 2026, Planning Commission Draft Minutes.

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Motion to approve the February 18th, 2026, draft minutes as presented.
--Approved by Commissioner Jones-Chance, motion carries

Public Comments
Motion to open public comments to the Planning Commission.
--Moved by Davis Jr. Seconded by Woodring. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries
No members of the public spoke.

Motion to close public comments to the Planning Commission.
--Moved by Woodring. Seconded by Davis Jr. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries

VI.

Committee Reports
Non-Motorized Advisory Committee (NMAC) – Commission will be meeting on
March 19th.

VII. Presentations
A. General Planning Department Updates - Staff provided updates on numerous
Planning Department projects, including zoning text amendments, previously
approved projects, the master plan, etc).

VIII. Public Hearing Items
A. Zoning Text Amendment: Harm Reduction
Staff provided an overview of the proposed amendments, including the removal of the
prohibition on drug checking services for harm reduction facilities.
Discussion focused on drug checking services, inconsistencies in buffer requirements,
and whether separate or shared use standards should apply to harm reduction and
substance use disorder facilities.

Public Hearing:
Motion to open the public hearing to the Planning Commission.
--Moved by Hollifield. Seconded by Woodring. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion
carries

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No members of the public spoke.

Motion to close public hearing to the Planning Commission.
--Moved by Hollifield. Seconded by Woodring. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion
carries
Decision:
Motion to recommend City Council approve the proposed text amendment to
Sections 122-203, 122-446, 122-451, 122-461, and 122-555, with the following
amendments as discussed in the meeting; to define drug checking services as an
allowed use within the harm reduction service facility definition, and provide a
subsection b under 122-555 to establish use-based buffer regulations for harm
reduction service facilities; and with the following findings:
1. The proposed amendment is consistent with the guiding values of the
Master Plan; and
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with the intent of this Zoning
Ordinance; and
3. The proposed amendment will enhance the functionality, transportation
network or character of the future development in the City; and
4. The proposed amendment will preserve the historic nature of the
surrounding area and of the City; and
5. The proposed amendment will not result in the creation of significant
nonconformities in the City.
--Moved by Marin. Seconded by Woodring. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries
Brian Jones-Chance, Chair – Support
Matt Dunwoodie, Vice-Chair – Support
Mike Davis Jr. – Support
Phil Hollifield – Support
Carl Schier – Support
Michelle Marin – Support
Greg Woodring – Support

B. 15 S. Grove | Group Childcare Home Play Area | SLU SP
Staff presented the request for use of a vacant lot as an outdoor play area associated with
an approved group childcare home at 11 South Grove.
Discussion focused on fencing, screening requirements, and cross-lot access between
parcels.

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Public Hearing:
Motion to open the public hearing to the Planning Commission.
--Moved by Marin. Seconded by Woodring. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries
No members of the public spoke.

Motion to close public hearing to the Planning Commission.
--Moved by Marin. Seconded by Hollifield. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries
Special Land Use Permit Decision:
Motion to approve with conditions the special use permit for the group
childcare home outdoor play area at 15 S. Grove Street with the following
findings:
Findings:
1. The application substantially complies with Sections 122-324 and 122-326.
2. The proposal serves as the designated outdoor play area for the group
childcare home at 11 S. Grove Street and meets all zoning requirements.
Conditions:
1. The special use permit is subject to site plan approval.
--Moved by Dunwoodie. Seconded by Marin. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries
Brian Jones-Chance, Chair – Support
Matt Dunwoodie, Vice-Chair – Support
Mike Davis Jr. – Support
Phil Hollifield – Support
Carl Schier – Support
Michelle Marin – Support
Greg Woodring – Support

Site Plan Decision:
Motion to approve with conditions the site plan for the group childcare
home outdoor play area at 15 S. Grove Street with the following findings and
conditions:
Findings:
1. The application substantially complies with Sections 122-309 and 122-311.

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Conditions:
1. The proposed outdoor play area shall be screened in accordance with Section
122-442(b).
--Moved by Dunwoodie. Seconded by Marin. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries
Brian Jones-Chance, Chair – Support
Matt Dunwoodie, Vice-Chair – Support
Mike Davis Jr. – Support
Phil Hollifield – Support
Carl Schier – Support
Michelle Marin – Support
Greg Woodring – Support

IX.

Old Business
A. Zoning Text Amendment: Revision of Approved Plans
Staff presented a detailed framework for categorizing revisions to approved planned unit
developments (PUDs) into three tiers: major revisions, minor revisions requiring Planning
Commission approval, and minor revisions eligible for administrative approval.
Discussion included:
• Clarification of what constitutes a "major" revision, including increases in intensity,
density, building size beyond 10%, changes to access, and substantial alterations to
site design or character.
• Establishing thresholds for "minor" revisions (e.g., ≤10% changes to building
area/height, modest parking or circulation adjustments, and limited reductions in
landscaping).
• Administrative flexibility for small-scale changes (e.g., ≤5% dimensional changes,
minor relocation of features, material substitutions, small accessory structures, and
minor renewable energy installations).
• Allowing limited additional uses within existing buildings (up to 10% for Planning
Commission review and 5% administratively) to support adaptive reuse and mixeduse functionality.
• Ensuring the ordinance avoids requiring full PUD amendments for changes that are
consistent with the Master Plan and the original intent of approval.
The Commission took no formal action, but amended language will be brought forth to next
month’s meeting.

B. Zoning Text Amendment: Data Centers

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Staff introduced the need for a new zoning text amendment addressing data centers, noting
that the current ordinance lacks specific standards for this use.
Discussion included:
• The absence of a clear regulatory framework for data centers within the ordinance.
• Anticipated need to address key impacts such as energy consumption, infrastructure
demands, noise, and site design.
The Commission took no formal action, but amended language will be brought forth to next
month’s meeting.

New Business – None.

XI.

Public Comments
Motion to open public comments to the Planning Commission.
--Moved by Dunwoodie. Seconded by Woodring. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries
No members of the public spoke.

Motion to close public comments to the Planning Commission.
--Moved by Dunwoodie. Seconded by Hollifield. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries

XII. Adjournment | 9:09 PM
Motion to adjourn.
-Moved by Commissioner Jones-Chance. Yays – 7, Nays – 0, motion carries

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Resolution No. 2026-114
May 19, 2026

RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:
That the public hearing for Ordinance No. 1465 entitled, “Harm Reduction Zoning Text
Amendment.”” be officially closed.

OFFERED BY: __________________________________________________
SUPPORTED BY: __________________________________________________
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From: Tracey Boudreau, City Clerk
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-115 Approving all items on the Consent Agenda.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
2026 Consent
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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Resolution No. 2026-115
CONSENT
May 19, 2026

RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:
That the following items be approved:
1. Resolution No. 2026-116 Approving the minutes of the regular meeting of May 5, 2026,
and the Special Meetings of April 22, 2026 and May 12, 2026 of the Ypsilanti City
Council be approved.
2. Resolution No. 2026-117 Reappointing Resident, Nancy Heine to the Sustainability
Commission, with a term ending May 1, 2029.
3. Resolution No. 2026-118 Approving the Pen Dam Change Order.
4. Resolution No. 2026-119 Approving the proposal submitted by OHM for project oversight
and construction coordination services for the Frog Island Accessibility Improvement
project in the amount of $48,995.
5. Resolution No. 2026-120 Approving the amendment submitted by OHM to the previously
approved CA/CE proposal for the reconstruction of Harriet Street (First to Hawkins) in
the amount of $37,850.
6. Resolution No. 2026-121 Approving the proposed Ordinance No. 1463, entitled “20262027 Tax Levy Ordinance” upon second and final Reading.
7. Resolution No. 2026-122 Recognizing June 19th and authorizing to display the
Juneteenth Flag from a window in Council Chambers viewable from Huron St., through
the duration of the month.
8. Resolution No. 2026-123 Declaring June as “Pride Month” and authorizing to display the
Pride Flag from a window in Council Chambers viewable from Huron St., through the
duration of the month.

OFFERED BY: _____________________________________________________
SUPPORTED BY: ____ _______________________________________________
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From: Tracey Boudreau, City Clerk
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-116 Approving the minutes of the regular meeting of May 5, 2026, and
the Special Meetings of April 22, 2026 and May 12, 2026 of the Ypsilanti City Council be approved.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
Resolution No 2026-116 Minutes
2.
City Council Meeting Minutes - May 5, 2026
3.
Water Street & Council Minutes 4-22-2026
4.
City Council Special Meeting Minutes - May 12, 2026
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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Resolution No. 2026-116
May 19, 2026

RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:
THAT the minutes of the regular meeting of May 5, 2026, and the Special Meetings of April 22,
2026 and May 12, 2026 of the Ypsilanti City Council be approved.

OFFERED BY: _____________________________________________________
SUPPORTED BY: ____ _______________________________________________
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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MINUTES
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
6:00 PM - Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Council Chambers
One South Huron, Ypsilanti, MI 48197

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Brown called the meeting to order at 6:03p.m.

II.

ROLL CALL
PRESENT at roll call were Mayor Brown, Mayor Pro Tem Wilcoxen, Council Member Simmons, Council Member King
and Council Member Tooson. ABSENT : Council Member McLean, and Council Member Fellows (appeared by Zoom)
Mayor Pro-Tem Wilcoxen moved to excuse Council Member McLean. Council Member Tooson seconded the motion.
Yes:
(5)
Michelle King, Roland Tooson, Desirae Simmons, Steve Wilcoxen, Nicole Brown
No:
0
None
Absent:
(2)
Amber Fellows, Patrick McLean

Mayor Pro-Tem King moved to excuse Council Member Fellows. Council Member Simmons seconded the motion.
Yes:
(5)
Michelle King, Roland Tooson, Desirae Simmons, Steve Wilcoxen, Nicole Brown
No:
0
None
Absent:
(2)
Amber Fellows, Patrick McLean
III.

A MOMENT TO CENTER AND FOCUS

IV.

AGENDA APPROVAL
Council Member Tooson moved to Approve the AGENDA. Council Member King seconded the motion. City Manager
Hellenga asked to move Resolution No. 2026-110 to the Consent Agenda.
Council Member Tooson moved to Approve the AGENDA as amended. Council Member King seconded the motion.
The motion passed upon a voice vote.
Yes:
(5)
Michelle King, Roland Tooson, Desirae Simmons, Steve Wilcoxen, Nicole Brown
No:
0
None
Absent:
(2)
Amber Fellows, Patrick McLean

PUBLIC COMMENT - 60 MINUTES TOTAL (3 MINUTES/EACH SPEAKER)
2 Members of the Public spoke.

VI.

PRESENTATIONS
A.

Proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month

Proclamation for Provider Appreciation Day

Proclamation for National Public Works Week

Budget Presentation
Council Member McLean entered the Council Chambers at 6:22p.m.
Council Member King left the Chambers at 7:39p.m. and returned at 7:44p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Wilcoxen left the Chambers at 7:46p.m. and returned at 7:49p.m.

VII.

ORDINANCES FIRST READING

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VIII.

Ordinance No. 1463 – “The 2026-2027 Tax Levy Ordinance.”
Public Hearing Resolution No. 2025-106, close the public hearing.
Resolution No. 2025-105, determination.
Mayor Pro-Tem Wilcoxen moved to Approve Ordinance No. 1463 – “The 2026-2027 Tax Levy Ordinance.”
Council Member Tooson seconded the motion.
Public Hearing Resolution No. 2025-106, close the public hearing.
Resolution No. 2025-105, determination.
Yes:
(6)
Michelle King, Roland Tooson, Desirae Simmons, Steve Wilcoxen, Nicole Brown, Patrick
McLean
No:
0
None
Absent:
(1)
Amber Fellows
CONSENT AGENDA

Resolution No. 2026-107 Approving all items on the Consent Agenda.
Council Member Tooson moved to Approve Resolution No. 2026-107 Approving all items on the Consent
Agenda, as amended. Council Member McLean seconded the motion.
Yes:
(6)
Michelle King, Roland Tooson, Desirae Simmons, Steve Wilcoxen, Nicole Brown, Patrick
McLean
No:
0
None
Absent:
(1)
Amber Fellows

Resolution No. 2026-108 Approving the minutes of the regular meeting of April 21, 2026 of the
Ypsilanti City Council.
Approved under the Consent Agenda, Resolution No. 2026-107.

Resolution No. 2026-109 Declaring 326 E. Michigan Blighted, in accordance with Act 381, and
recommending that the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners make a similar determination,
to allow the Youth Arts Alliance to be eligible to apply for a Local Brownfield Revolving Fund grant
from the Washtenaw County Brownfield Authority.
Approved under the Consent Agenda, Resolution No. 2026-107.

Resolution No. 2026-110 Approving traffic control orders as listed and adopting Ordinance No.
1462, entitled "2026 Spring Traffic Control Orders" upon second and final reading.
Approved under the Consent Agenda, Resolution No. 2026-107.

IX.

RESOLUTIONS/MOTIONS/DISCUSSIONS
A.

Tabled Resolution No. 2026-102 Approving the MOU with the Depot Town Economic Development
Corporation to hold a Cruise Night on Thursday nights between the beginning of June until the end
of September for a period of three-years.
Council Member McLean moved to Approve Resolution No. 2026-102. Council Member Tooson seconded the
motion.
Council Member King moved to amend the motion by removing the MOU and amending to waive half the
fees. The motion died for lack of support.
Council Member Simmons moved to Amend Resolution No. 2026-102 by accepting the one year fee waiver.
Council Member King seconded the motion.
Yes:
(4)
Michelle King, Desirae Simmons, Steve Wilcoxen, Nicole Brown
No:
2
Roland Tooson, Patrick McLean
Absent:
(1)
Amber Fellows
Council Member McLean moved to Approve Resolution No. 2026-102 Approving the MOU with the Depot Town
Economic Development Corporation to hold a Cruise Night on Thursday nights between the beginning of June
until the end of August for a period of three-years, including the one-year fee waiver. Council Member Tooson
seconded the motion.
Yes:
(6)
Michelle King, Roland Tooson, Desirae Simmons, Steve Wilcoxen, Nicole Brown, Patrick
McLean
No:
0
None
Absent:
(1)
Amber Fellows

Resolution No. 2026-097, A resolution directing $1,000,000 for a City-Run Community Responder
Program and requesting County buy-in.

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Council Member Simmons moved to Approve Resolution No. 2026-097. Council Member King seconded the
motion.
Council Member Simmons moved to Amend Resolution No. 2026-097 by stipulating the fund allocation come
from Fund 205. Council Member King seconded the motion.
Mayor Pro Tem Wilcoxen offered a friendly amendment that these be the funds already allocated for this
purpose in Fund 205. The friendly amendment was accepted. The Amendment passed upon a roll call vote as
follows:
Yes:
(5)
Michelle King, Roland Tooson, Desirae Simmons, Steve Wilcoxen, Nicole Brown
No:
1
Patrick McLean
Absent:
(1)
Amber Fellows
Council Member Simmons moved to Approve theResolution No. 2026-097, A resolution directing $1,000,000 for
a City-Run Community Responder Program and requesting County buy-in. as presented. Council Member King
seconded the motion.
Yes:
(5)
Michelle King, Roland Tooson, Desirae Simmons, Steve Wilcoxen, Nicole Brown
No:
1
Patrick McLean
Absent:
(1)
Amber Fellows

Discussion Item - Water Street clear cutting.
Council Member McLean left the Chambers at 9:16p.m. and returned at 9:20p.m.

Discussion Item - Gas Leaf Blower Ban.

BOARD AND COMMISSION - LIAISON REPORTS
A.

Police Advisory Commission
Council Member Tooson reported that the next meeting is May the 28th at 7pm here in Council Chambers. They
are looking for an individual from Ward 3 to fill a commissioner spot.

Human Relations Commission
Council Member King reported that HRC had an opportunity to meet and tried out Mondays to see if that
worked, and most of the commissioners were there. This month, Thursday, May the 21st at 6 o'clock p.m in
place of their meeting, HRC will have a town hall to let the city know what HRC does. And that will be the last
time we meet on Thursday. We have changed the schedule to the fourth Monday of each month, still meeting at
6pm.

Parks and Arts Commission
Council Member McLean reported that the next meeting is Monday the 18th, 6.30 here, and I believe there is a
search for one more member.

Sustainability Commission
Council Member Simmons reported that the next scheduled meeting is on Monday, but they haven't been able
to have a meeting before due to lack of quorum.

Historic District Commission
Council Member McLean reported that the next meeting is Tuesday, but has been moved.

Planning Commission
No report.

Zoning Board of Appeals
No report.

XI.

LIAISON REPORTS
A.

SEMCOG Update
Mayor Pro Tem reported there is a great grant opportunity for green space, but it may not work for us.

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Washtenaw Area Transportation Study
Mayor Brown reported that they didn't meet due to no quorum and the next meeting is in June.

Urban County
Mayor Brown reported the meetign is next Wednesday.

Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority
Mayor Brown reported that the last meeting was cancelled for lack of quorum.

Friends of Rutherford Pool
Mayor Pro Tem reported they've been working on an MOU with the City Manager.

XII.

COUNCIL PROPOSED BUSINESS
Council Member Tooson - Expressed feelings of disappointment over the last meeting, and asked for respect and professionalism.
Council Member King - Speeding is an issue and residents have questions about speed humps. Director Wessler indicated that residents
must submit a petition and then a traffic study will be performed.
- Discussed voter rights suppression issues.
- Attended a Dress for Success Event and that is an agency that helps women by providing support and personal
attire for women to thrive. And it was a completely free event.

Council Member King offered, supported by Council Member Simmons, to extend the meeting until 10:15. The
motion passed upon a voice vote.

Council Member Simmons - DIscussed speeding issues and the behavior of drivers.
- Wondering if the neighborhood watch signs are outdated.
- Suggesting a City wide survey to get resident input.
Council Member McLean - Thanks to the Chief for continuing to take seriously our neighborhood requests for monitoring speeds on
Congress at Oakwood and Cross at Oakwood, as well as running, stop signs. Asking City Manager for information
on current fine levels for speeding, the last time we changed those, and whether or not there are any state
limitations on how far we can go with those.
Mayor Pro Tem Wilcoxen - Katie and Andrew and Wilcoxen are meeting with folks from GEI and HRWC in terms of Engagement that will be
coming up around the dam. Will be posting that at some point in the future. We're waiting on the
90% engineering report. And also conversations I need to have with our city attorney about Property lines, and
how they will change with the dewatering of the dam, and then Public engagement planned for this spring.
XIII.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
Mayor Brown discussed the Water Street Visioning session, and noted they were off to a great start. She's looking
forward to the second one.
And then, since our last meeting, she was able to attend the CVI Summit, as well as the Brotherhood Banquet, and
bring, the welcomes on behalf of the City of Ypsilanti. Both events were really great, and very informative in their
own way, but really, both of them ultimately spoke to, again, community and the need for us to be working better
together.

XIV.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
• Reminder that next week's special meeting starts at 6p.m.
• City staff will be interviewing some Summer Works program youth tomorrow.
• Lost contact with LEAF, so been trying to contact the state directly to, create a SHARPS program. Haven't
been able to get in touch with anybody yet.
• The second Water Street, visioning session is on May 20th at 7pm, and that's over at the 300 building.

XV.

COMMUNICATIONS

XVI.

PUBLIC COMMENT - CONTINUED (3 MINUTES/EACH SPEAKER)

XVII.

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Brown adjourned the meeting at 10:09p.m.
A.

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MINUTES
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
7:00 PM - Wednesday, April 22, 2026
300 W. Michigan Ave
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Auditorium

CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:06 pm

II.

ROLL CALL
A.

City Council
Nicole Brown
Amber Fellows
Me'Chelle King
Patrick McLean
Desirae Simmons
Roland Tooson
Steve Wilcoxen
Ad Hoc Citizens Committee for Water Street Redevelopment Area
Chuck Bultman
Dallas Ford
Diana Gonzalez
Juanita House
Edward Koryzno
Allison Krueger
Ariel Ojibway
DaRon Weatherspoon

PRESENT COUNCIL: Mayor Brown, Mayor Pro-Tem Wilcoxen, Council Member King, Council
Member Fellows, Council Member Simmons (7:12 pm)
ABSENT: Council Member Tooson, Council Member McLean (participated virtually)
PRESENT COMMITTEE: Chuck Bultman, Dallas Ford, Diana Gonzales, Juanita House, Ed Koryzno,
Allison Krueger, Ariel Ojibway, DaRon Weatherspoon (7:08pm)
ABSENT: None
III.

AGENDA APPROVAL
Mayor Pro-tem Wilcoxen moved, Mayor Brown seconded to approve the agenda. On a voice vote, the
motion carried, and the agenda was approved.

IV.

PUBLIC COMMENT - (3 MINUTES/EACH SPEAKER)
The members of the public spoke

FACILITATION
A.

Facilitation Agenda

VI.

PUBLIC COMMENT - CONTINUED (3 MINUTES/EACH SPEAKER)

VII.

ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:07 pm

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MINUTES
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
6:00 PM - Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Council Chambers
One South Huron, Ypsilanti, MI 48197

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Brown called the meeting to order at 6:02p.m.

II.

ROLL CALL
PRESENT at roll call were Mayor Brown, Mayor Pro Tem Wilcoxen, Council Member McLean, Council Member King
and Council Member Tooson. ABSENT : Council Member Fellows, and Council Member Simmons.
Council Member King moved, supported by Mayor Pro Tem Wilcoxen, to excuse Council Member Fellows. The
motion passed unanimously upon a voice vote.

III.

A MOMENT TO CENTER AND FOCUS

IV.

AGENDA APPROVAL
Council Member Tooson moved, supported by Mayor Pro Tem Wilcoxen, to approve the agenda as presented. The
motion passed unanimously upon a voice vote.

PUBLIC COMMENT - 60 MINUTES TOTAL (3 MINUTES/EACH SPEAKER)
3 Members of the Public spoke.

VI.

PRESENTATIONS
A.

Departmental Budget Presentations
Council Member Simmons entered the Council Chambers at 6:04p.m.
Council Member Fellows entered the Chambers at 6:08p.m.
Council Member Simmons left the Chambers at 7:48p.m. and returned at 7:50p.m.
Mayor Brown left the Chambers at 9:07p.m. and returned at 9:10p.m.
Council Member Fellows left the Chambers at 9:25p.m. and returned at 9:27p.m.

VII.

ORDINANCES - FIRST READING
A.

Ordinance No. 1464 – “An Ordinance to Amend Budget for 2025-2026 and Adopt Budget for FY
2026-2027 and 2027-2028."
Public Hearing Resolution No. 2025-112, close the public hearing.
Resolution No. 2025-111, determination.
Council Member Tooson moved to Approve Ordinance No. 1464 – “An Ordinance to Amend Budget for 20252026 and Adopt Budget for FY 2026-2027 and 2027-2028." Council Member King seconded the motion.
Public Hearing Resolution No. 2025-112, close the public hearing.
Resolution No. 2025-111, determination.
Yes:
(7)
Michelle King, Roland Tooson, Desirae Simmons, Steve Wilcoxen, Nicole Brown, Patrick
McLean, Amber Fellows
No:
0
None
Absent:
(0)
Mayor Pro Tem Wilcoxen offered, supported by Council Member Tooson, to extend the meeting until
10:30p.m. The motion passed upon a voice vote.
Council Member Simmons left the Chambers at 9:57p.m. and returned at 9:59p.m.
Council Member McLean offered, supported Mayor Pro Tem Wilcoxen, to add McLean's resolution to the
table. The motion passed upon a voice vote.
Council Member McLean offered the following resolution:
A Resolution to Establish Target Deficit Reduction Levels for the 2026-2027 City Budget
Whereas the city of Ypsilanti is currently facing a structural budget deficit; and

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Whereas the Administration's proposed operating budget includes a General Fund deficit of approximately $1.1
million, with the deficit being covered by the General Fund fund balance; and
Whereas at current General Fund fund balance levels, ceteris paribus, the fund balance will reach zero in the
next two budget years.
Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Ypsilanti City Council adopts as its deficit reduction goal to reduce the
deficit for 2026-2027 from approximately $1.1 million to $.8 million; and
Be it further resolved that the Council requests that the city manager identify areas for possible spending
reductions and/or revenue enhancements that meet of exceed the targeted reduction level.
Mayor Pro-Tem Wilcoxen seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously upon a roll call vote as
follows:
Yes:
(7)
Michelle King, Roland Tooson, Desirae Simmons, Steve Wilcoxen, Nicole Brown, Patrick
McLean, Amber Fellows
No:
0
None
Absent:
(0)
VIII.

RESOLUTIONS/MOTIONS/DISCUSSIONS
A.

Discussion regarding Pen Dam Change Order

IX.

PUBLIC COMMENT - CONTINUED (3 MINUTES/EACH SPEAKER)

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Brown Adjourned the meeting at 10:13p.m.
A.

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From: Amber Fellows, Council Member, Michelle King, Council Member
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-117 Reappointing Resident, Nancy Heine to the Sustainability
Commission, with a term ending May 1, 2029.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
Resolution 2026-117 Reappointment Heine, Nancy 5.01.2029
2.
Heine, Nancy RE App_Redacted
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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Resolution No. 2026-117
May 19, 2026

RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:

THAT, the following Resident be reappointed to the City of Ypsilanti Board and
Commission as indicated below:
Name

Board

Nancy Heine
214 S. Washington
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Expiration

Sustainability Commission

5/1/2029

OFFERED BY:
SUPPORTED BY:
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From: Andrew Hellenga, City Manager
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-118 Approving the Pen Dam Change Order.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
RFL and Resolution Pen Dam CO
2.
CO_4_Additional Services_05.12.26
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From: Andrew Hellenga, City Manager
Subject: GEI Change Order for Peninsular Dam

SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
This change order would authorize GEI to preform additional engineering service in support of
the powerhouse stabilization at the 60%, 90%, and 100% design phases. This work would
include additional soil borings adjacent to the powerhouse to explore subsurface conditions.
Field investigations of the foundation wall will be required. The stability of analysis of the
powerhouse will be updated and included in upcoming design phases.
GEI will also be performing additional cultural resources field investigations to submit to SHPO
with the Section 106 Application Package.
GEI will complete the mussel relocation plan and submit the MDNR permits and perform the
mussel relocation summary report and the post-relocation reports.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution and Change Order

CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: _________

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: _________________________
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL: ____________________________________
BUDGET PRIORITY REFERENCE ____________________________________________

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Resolution No. 2026 - 118
May 19, 2026

RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:
WHEREAS, The City of Ypsilanti is working with GEI to complete the design engineering for the
Pen Dam removal; and
WHEREAS, further work is needed for the powerhouse stabilization, cultural resource
investigation, and mussel relocation.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT That the City Council of the City of Ypsilanti approve
GEI Change Order 04 and authorize the City Manager to sign the order on the city’s behalf.

OFFERED BY:
SUPPORTED BY:
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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Project No. 2501741
VIA EMAIL: [email protected]
Ka3e Jones
Manager, Strategic Communica3ons
Economic Development and Equity
City of Ypsilan3

Re:

GEI Change Order 04 – Addi onal Engineering Support for Stabiliza on of Powerhouse,
Cultural Resources Services, and Mussel Reloca on
Peninsular Paper Dam Removal

Dear Ms. Jones:
As we have discussed, there are a few areas of addi3onal engineering and environmental support that
have arisen over the course of the Pen Dam Removal design eﬀort. First, with the City’s decision to keep
the powerhouse, addi3onal ﬁeld data collec3on, ﬁeld site visit, and engineering/design support services
are needed to progress the powerhouse stabiliza3on design through 100% design. Second, and as
indicated in our Change Order 03, addi3onal ﬁeldwork from our cultural resources staﬀ is required to
complete the survey of the project area impacted by construc3on ac3vi3es. Finally, mussel reloca3on
eﬀorts are required prior to construc3on to avoid impac3ng state threatened mussels. These eﬀorts
were not included in the original request for proposal for the project and are outside of the expected
level of eﬀort provided in our original proposal.
The addi3onal services, associated schedules and fees are further described in the sec3ons below.

Task 5: 60%, 90%, 100% Design Phases
Engineering and Field Support for Stabilization of Powerhouse
Soil Borings
GEI will hire a subcontractor to perform soil borings adjacent to the powerhouse structure to
explore subsurface condi3ons and inform the powerhouse global stability evalua3on. Two soil
borings will be performed on the north end of the structure, as accessible, with each boring
extending 40 feet beneath the ground surface for a total proposed drilling depth of 80 feet.
GEI will observe the drilling ac3vi3es in the ﬁeld, review the subsurface condi3ons encountered,
and develop soil parameters for the stability analysis.

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Field Inves ga ons
A senior structural engineer will perform a ﬁeld visit to observe the condi3ons of the
powerhouse building founda3on where the structure is visible. We understand that access to
the powerhouse is not safe, therefore entry is prohibited. GEI will navigate to the powerhouse
via boat, launched from the nearby boat launch. Addi3onally, GEI will measure founda3on wall
thicknesses and depths where possible and determine which areas are ﬁlled with water (if
possible). GEI will also look for the presence of interior walls, slabs, or ﬁll as able.
During this ﬁeld visit GEI’s structural engineer will also inves3gate the visible geometry of the
right abutment retaining walls (e.g., height, wall thickness). GEI will inves3gate, via visual
observa3ons, if the wall is currently being supported by the dam. GEI will document the visible
condi3on of concrete (i.e., look for signs of cracking, leaking, spalling, exposed rebar, corrosion
stains, etc.). This inves3ga3on will be limited to visual observa3ons only.
Update Powerhouse Stability Analysis Based on Field Findings
GEI will update the global stability analysis previously performed for the 60% powerhouse
stabiliza3on design, taking into account soil proper3es determined from soil borings and any
addi3onal geometry determined for the building founda3on and/or lower level.
90% Plans and Specs
GEI will update the Powerhouse plans and speciﬁca3ons based on the updated ﬁndings of the
Powerhouse stability analysis described above. This may include adjus3ng the quan3ty of ﬁll to
be used to stabilize the powerhouse.
100% Plans and Specs
GEI will update the Powerhouse plans and speciﬁca3ons based on one round of review
comments from the 90% design deliverable. It is assumed that any comments will not
signiﬁcantly aﬀect the design.

Deliverables
•
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Results from ﬁeld inves3ga3ons, ﬁeld visits, and updated analyses will be incorporated into the
90% Basis of Design Report
90% and 100% Design plans and speciﬁca3ons will be updated accordingly to incorporate the
Powerhouse stabiliza3on proposed work and details.

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Assumptions
•
•

GEI is not performing any building restoration design work for the powerhouse under this scope
of work.
The City will coordinate right of entry for the soil borings and ﬁeld visits.

Task 6: Permitting
Task 6.1 Cultural Resources Field Investigation and MOA
Project Background
GEI prepared and submiHed a Michigan State Historic Preserva3on Oﬃce (SHPO) Sec3on 106
Applica3on Package for the project in September 2025. SHPO issued a response leHer dated
October 7, 2025, reques3ng addi3onal informa3on, including archaeological ﬁeldwork and
measures to avoid, minimize, or mi3gate adverse eﬀects to the Peninsular Paper Dam Complex,
which is considered a Historic Property pursuant to Sec3on 106 of the Na3onal Historic
Preserva3on Act (NHPA) (Sec3on 106). In March and April 2026, GEI prepared and submiHed an
Archeological Inves3ga3on Plan (AIP) (authorized under Change Order 03) to propose a
methodology to iden3fy archaeological resources that may be impacted by the Project within
the Area of Direct Impact (ADI) of the Area of Poten3al Eﬀects (APE). The ADI has been deﬁned
as those areas within the APE where ground disturbance will take place as part of the Project.
The following scope of work addresses a Phase I archaeological survey and technical report for
the ADI of the APE to address archaeological resources using the methods proposed in the AIP. In
addi3on, this scope of work includes a Finding of Eﬀect (FOE) Addendum Memorandum and the
prepara3on of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the Peninsular Paper Dam Complex. The
FOE Addendum Memorandum will address changes in the Project descrip3on, speciﬁcally the
proposed stabiliza3on of the Powerhouse (a Historic Property), which were not discussed in the
Architectural Resources Survey Report prepared for the Project in 2025. The MOA described
herein addresses the Dam removal within the Peninsular Paper Complex.
Agency Coordina on
GEI will coordinate with the City of Ypsilan3, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and
SHPO to con3nue support of the Sec3on 106 compliance process. Coordina3on eﬀorts are
an3cipated to include discussions about the Project, the methods to be employed during the
research and ﬁeld phases of the cultural resources technical work, ﬁeld ﬁndings, a list of
deliverables for archaeological and architectural resources, and a schedule to complete the
assignments. This task also includes 3me for GEI senior cultural resources staﬀ to compile and
track SHPO submiHals via the Michigan SHPO smartsheet system in coordina3on with USFWS.
Phase I Survey

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The AIP was submiHed to SHPO in April 2026 and is s3ll under review. The following scope of
work assumes SHPO concurrence with the methods proposed in the AIP and may require
revision if SHPO requests changes to the AIP.
In accordance with the current AIP, Phase I archaeological survey will be conducted within
speciﬁc por3ons of the ADI of the APE. The ADI has been deﬁned as those areas within the APE
where ground disturbance will take place as part of the Project. Speciﬁcally, the ADI includes the
area where the Dam will be removed, por3ons of the Huron River channel proposed for
excava3on, staging areas, and access roads. The survey will be completed in accordance with the
Michigan SHPO Dra State Archaeological Documenta on Standards (Revised May 7, 2020) and
the Archaeological Standards, Technical Guides, and Forms included on the Michigan SHPO
website, and will be supervised by an archaeologist who meets the Secretary of the Interior’s
(SOI) Standards for Archaeology.
Per the AIP, a Phase I survey will be completed via Shovel Test Pits (STPs) with 15-meter spacing
within the proposed terrestrial staging areas and access roads por3ons of the ADI. Phase I survey
is not recommended for proposed access road loca3ons within the current river channel due to
the depth of impounded sediment. STPs will be excavated to a depth of 10-cen3meters (cm) into
sterile subsoil (B-horizon) with a minimum depth of 30-cm. STPs will be approximately 40-cm in
diameter, and soils will be screened through ¼-inch mesh to recover any ar3facts. If an STP is
posi3ve, addi3onal radial STPs will be excavated to delineate site boundaries, limited to the ADI.
Radial shovel tests will be excavated in 5-meter intervals un3l at least two sequen3ally nega3ve
STPs are excavated or the ADI boundary is encountered. GEI assumes that the survey will result
in one site revisit for previously recorded site 20WA35. If more than one site revisit is necessary
and/or any newly iden3ﬁed sites are encountered, the client will be contacted to discuss the
implica3ons for the fees and schedule.
Phase I Technical Report
Following the Phase I survey and ar3fact analysis (if applicable), a draM technical report will be
prepared that will summarize the results. The technical report will be consistent with the
Michigan SHPO Dra State Archaeological Documenta on Standards (Revised May 7, 2020) and
the Archaeological Standards, Technical Guides, and Forms included on the Michigan SHPO
website, and will be cer3ﬁed by an archaeologist who meets the SOI Standards for Archaeology.
The report will minimally contain the following elements:
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Title Page;
SHPO management form;
Table of contents;
Acronyms and abbrevia3ons;
Descrip3on of the Project and APE;
Relevant historical documenta3on/background research;
Field studies as implemented, including any devia3on from the AIP and the reason for
the changes;
Field observa3ons;
Analyses and results;

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Site revisit form for 20WA35; and
Recommenda3ons for addi3onal work, where necessary.

The draM technical report will be reviewed by the City of Ypsilan3 and USFWS. The draM report
will be edited based on comments received from all par3es (if necessary) and a ﬁnal technical
report will be prepared and submiHed to SHPO.
Finding of Eﬀect (FOE) Addendum Memorandum
The City of Ypsilan3 has decided to stabilize the Powerhouse, which is a diﬀerent Project plan for
the Peninsular Paper Dam Complex than presented in the Architectural Resources Survey Report
prepared for the Project and submiHed to SHPO in 2025 (see Architectural Resources Survey
Report, Peninsular Paper Dam Removal Project, Ypsilan , Washtenaw County, Michigan). The
previous descrip3on discussed leaving the Powerhouse in place, but no stabiliza3on of the
structure was discussed. To adequately address the Project changes, an FOE Addendum
Memorandum will need to be prepared to determine the direct and indirect eﬀects of the
addi3onal proposed Project ac3vi3es on the Powerhouse, an iden3ﬁed Historic Property in the
APE (within the Peninsular Paper Dam Complex). If adverse eﬀects are iden3ﬁed,
recommenda3ons for mi3ga3on will be included in the addendum memorandum. Figures
depic3ng the Historic Proper3es and Architectural Proper3es Iden3ﬁca3on Forms prepared as
part of the Architectural Resources Survey Report will be appended to the document.
Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)
The cultural resources team will develop an MOA that will include a discussion of the Project,
proposed Project ac3vi3es, and the iden3ﬁca3on of Historic Proper3es in the APE that will be
adversely aﬀected by the Project. In addi3on, the document will include details on agreed upon
mi3ga3on and treatment measures to address adverse eﬀects. GEI will work with the lead
agency (USFWS), SHPO, the City of Ypsilan3, and other consul3ng par3es in developing the MOA.
The complex MOA process may include several internal reviews as the par3es collaborate and
nego3ate details to ensure all party interests are met.

Deliverables
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•

Mee3ng minutes from SHPO speciﬁc mee3ngs will be draMed and provided to the City.
Phase I Technical Report
Finding of Eﬀect Addendum Memo
Memorandum of Agreement

Assumptions
•

Mee3ngs and agency coordina3on eﬀorts (i.e., City of Ypsilan3, USFWS, and SHPO) will be
limited to telephone calls, video conferences, and/or emails. A change order may be required if
in-person mee3ngs are required to support the project or if more than two video conference
mee3ngs are required.

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SHPO will concur with the ﬁeld methodology proposed in the AIP.
The client will coordinate right of entry for the Phase I survey.
The Phase I survey area is not located on land managed by the Michigan Department of Natural
Resources (DNR) (surface or subsurface). As such, no DNR coordination or permitting will be
required to complete the Phase I survey.
The Phase I survey area is not located on land subject to Michigan Department of Transportation
(MDOT) oversight. As such, none of the fieldwork or the deliverables will be completed to MDOT
standards and no MDOT coordination will be required.
GEI will coordinate marking of utilities with MISS DIG. GEI assumes that cultural resources staff
will not need to be present on-site to observe the marking.
No fieldwork relating to the assessment of underwater or submerged resources will be required
to support the Project.
No human remains will be encountered in the ADI.
Fieldwork will result in one archaeological site revisit (20WA35) and no new sites will be
iden3ﬁed.
Up to 72 total STPs, including a combina3on of primary and radial STPs, will be completed during
survey and site delinea3on, limited to the ADI.
Examina3on/evalua3on of 20WA35, including ar3fact analysis, will be limited to a total of 20
hours in the oﬃce.
Eﬀorts and fees associated with cura3on or long-term preserva3on for detected ar3facts are not
included and would be addressed via supplemental authoriza3on, if needed.
Phase I ﬁeldwork will oﬀer enough informa3on to ﬁnd the por3on of 20WA35 located in the ADI
of the APE not eligible for the Na3onal Register of Historic Places (NRHP). If NRHP eligible and
addi3onal studies or mi3ga3ve eﬀorts are needed, these would be addressed via supplemental
authoriza3on.
No Phase 2 site evalua3on, Phase 3 data recovery, or construc3on monitoring services are
included in this scope of work. Such services, if needed, would be addressed via supplemental
authoriza3ons.
The iden3ﬁca3on eﬀorts will result in a recommended ﬁnding of No Historic Proper es Aﬀected
or No Adverse Eﬀect on Historic Proper es within the APE for archaeological resources. If any
NRHP-listed or NRHP-eligible archaeological resources are iden3ﬁed in the APE (i.e., Historic
Proper3es pursuant to Sec3on 106) and these resources cannot be avoided by the proposed
Project, GEI will contact the client and USFWS to discuss the next steps for the Project.
The Phase I technical report described in this scope of work will be prepared to assist USFWS in
mee3ng their obliga3ons under Sec3on 106. Speciﬁcally, the report will provide informa3on
about iden3ﬁca3on eﬀorts completed, the results of the iden3ﬁca3on eﬀorts, and
recommenda3ons regarding the eﬀect of the proposed Project on Historic Proper3es for
archaeological resources.
No ﬁeldwork rela3ng to architectural resources will be completed under this scope of work.
Mi3ga3on task(s) discussed in the FOE Addendum Memorandum and/or MOA are not included
in the scope of work and would be addressed via supplemental authoriza3on(s), as appropriate.

Task 6.3 Finaliza on of Mussel Reloca on Plan
Background

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Peninsular Paper Dam Removal

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GEI was contracted through Change Order 01 to provide coordina3on, technical support, draM
mussel reloca3on plan development, and mussel transplant/recipient site ﬁeld veriﬁca3on
repor3ng. GEI was partnered with OHM for this eﬀort. Upon draMing the mussel reloca3on
plan, the team moved forward with ﬁnaliza3on of this document aMer mee3ng with MDNR staﬀ
on 01/23/2026 and oﬃcial submiHal to MDNR for the required MDNR permits for the mussel
reloca3on eﬀort. Finaliza3on of this document and submiHal to MDNR was outside the scope of
Change Order 01. GEI has been able to absorb this addi3onal eﬀort into our exis3ng contract;
however, OHM has submiHed a change order for their eﬀorts to support this work. This is
reﬂected in Table 1 below.

Deliverables
•

Finalized Mussel Reloca3on Plan and MDNR Permits

Assumptions

•

No further work on this task will be required.

Task 7: Mussel Relocation
Background
In 2024, mussel surveys were conducted upstream and downstream of the Peninsular Paper
Dam by others. During the 2024 surveys areas ﬂagged for federal species were surveyed,
including upstream of Superior Road, within the reservoir between Superior Road and
Peninsular Paper Dam, and downstream of Peninsular Dam. Across all areas surveyed in 2024
there was no evidence of federally listed species, however state listed species were documented
both upstream and downstream of the dam. Generally, mussel density was low upstream of the
dam (0.03 mussels/square meter [m2]) and higher downstream of the dam (0.44-0.63
mussels/m2).
GEI understands that the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) is requiring further
mussel services, including a freshwater mussel reloca3on in advance of construc3on and the
removal of Peninsular Paper Dam. Construc3on drawings provided by GEI’s design team indicate
that dam removal may impact the mussel community via dewatering, excava3on, and ﬁll
upstream of/around the dam, as well as poten3al sediment transport downstream. These
drawings were reviewed and discussed with representa3ves from the MDNR, United States Fish
and Wildlife Service (USFWS), City of Ypsilan3, Huron River Watershed Council (HRWC), OHM,
and GEI on a conference call on January 23rd, 2026. A mussel reloca3on plan that includes the
eﬀorts outlined below was approved by MDNR on April 3, 2026 and has been previously
provided to the City.
Mussel Reloca on

GEI Consultants of Michigan, P.C.

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05/12/2026

The sequence and 3ming of mussel reloca3on eﬀorts will be con3ngent on the Peninsular Dam
construc3on schedule. Because of the hazards of construc3on equipment within the area
upstream of Peninsular Dam, a majority of reloca3on eﬀorts will occur in 2026 prior to dam
drawdown.
The goal of the mussel reloca3on eﬀort is to relocate as many mussels as possible out of the
proposed impact area at the Huron River site to maximize survival and ﬁtness of the relocated
individuals. Mussel reloca3on eﬀorts will be conducted by a team of biologists from GEI and
OHM. HRWC volunteers will be assis3ng in survey downstream of the dam. Reloca3on will take
place between June 1st and October 15th, or when water temperatures are 50°F or above.
To accomplish this the mussel reloca3on ﬁeld eﬀort will include three major components:
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•

Reloca3on of mussels from higher abundance areas upstream of the dam prior to start
of construc3on project (2026 Eﬀort),
Reloca3on of mussels from areas within 10 meters of each bank downstream of the dam
prior to start of construc3on project (2026 eﬀort), and
Stranded organism search and salvage upstream of the dam during dewatering
(an3cipated 2027 eﬀort) (to the extent possible given poten3al health and safety
concerns).

The reloca3on eﬀort will include the reloca3on eﬀort itself, stranded mussel surveys, the
prepara3on of a summary report for review by the City of Ypsilan3 and MDNR, one round of
post-reloca3on monitoring (as required), and a summary of post-reloca3on mussel monitoring
eﬀorts. OHM has already conducted a recipient site evalua3on, the results of which were used to
iden3fy recipient sites where salvaged mussels will be relocated to. Assump3ons made when
scoping/pricing the mussel reloca3on eﬀort are below.

Deliverables
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•

Stranded mussel surveys.
Mussel reloca3on summary report
Post-reloca3on monitoring report

Assumptions
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Reloca3on Area 1 (upstream of Superior Road) eﬀorts will include up to four days of mussel
reloca3on with a team of divers focused on areas where listed species were found during
previous surveys.
Reloca3on Area 2 (Superior Road to Peninsular Dam) eﬀorts will include up to two days of
mussel reloca3on with a team of divers focused on the area just upstream of the railroad bridge
where larger mussel densi3es were found in the 2024 ASTI survey.
Reloca3on Area 3 – downstream of Peninsular Dam eﬀorts will include up to eight days of
mussel reloca3on focused on clearing areas up to 10 meters from the banks where sediment
deposi3on has been modeled.

GEI Consultants of Michigan, P.C.

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MDNR concurs with GEI’s proposed areas of survey (i.e., ADIs and use of buﬀer areas) as shown
in the approved mussel reloca3on plan. If they request addi3onal informa3on or increased
ADI/buﬀer areas, then costs may need to be revisited.
Mussel recipient site will be no more than a 15-minute boat trip from the project area and
mussels will not need to be transported via vehicle.
Mussel reloca3on eﬀorts will take no more than 14 full ﬁeld days for a team of 8 GEI/OHM staﬀ.
Upstream of the dam SCUBA diving will be required to complete mussel reloca3ons given water
depths will exceed 2.5 feet; diving equipment is necessary to eﬀec3vely survey depths greater
than 2.5 feet.
Downstream of the dam surface-supplied diving equipment can be used on at least 50% of the
mussel clearance area. If more than 50% of the area requires SCUBA diving, clearance rates may
decrease due to increased 3me required to change scuba tanks and divers.
The team of biologists from GEI and OHM will include at minimum 6 SCUBA divers that can serve
as the safety person in charge of the crew (required by OSHA Standard [CFR 29 Part 1910
Subpart T]), of which will include at least one experienced malacologist for QA/QC of mussel
iden3ﬁca3ons.
Per HRWC, it is assumed that 15 HRWC volunteers will support mussel reloca3on eﬀorts in Area
3 each day.
Assumes each HRWC volunteer will conduct 2 hours of mussel reloca3on eﬀorts each day they
are on site.
Assumes HRWC will coordinate HRWC volunteers and will ensure that proper safety protocol are
being followed. GEI does not assume any responsibility or liability for HRWC volunteers.
Federally listed species are not expected to be encountered. If a federally listed species is found,
GEI will stop work and contact USFWS to discuss the path forward.
One round of post-reloca3on monitoring is included in this proposal.
GEI assumes no substan3al delays in contrac3ng and all contrac3ng will be complete to facilitate
ﬁeld eﬀort star3ng no later than July 13, 2026.
Weather, extreme ﬂow events, or other situa3ons not within GEI’s control may result in
substan3al delays in ﬁeld eﬀorts commencing. GEI reserves the right to stop work if unsafe
condi3ons are encountered while diving.
Assumes no “lost days” (i.e., staﬀ mobilize to site and cannot work upon arrival at site) or
prolonged delays (2 hours or more) due to weather, ﬂow, or any other uncontrollable factor.
Assumes all mussel reloca3on will take place in 2026 and stranded mussel eﬀorts will take place
in summer of 2027.
Lodging will be available within 20 minutes of the project site at a maximum rate of $175/night
based on current rates of local hotels.

Project Schedule
GEI can initiate the work described herein within one working day of our receipt of a formal authorization
to proceed and we anticipate the following schedule for the services described herein. This assumes
Notice To Proceed (NTP) by June 1, 2026.

GEI Consultants of Michigan, P.C.

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Peninsular Paper Dam Removal

05/12/2026

Task and Descrip on
Task 5 – Soil Borings and Field Visit
Task 5 – 90% and 100% Engineering Analysis and Design
Task 6 – SHPO Phase I Survey and Report1
Task 6 – FOE Addendum
Task 6 – MOA
Task 7 – Mussel Reloca3on and Repor3ng
Task 7 – Post-Reloca3on Monitoring

An cipated Timeframe
June 2026
July – November 2026
June – September 2026
June – September 2026
November 2026 - February 2027
July – September 2026
October 2026

Task 7 – Stranded Organism Reloca3on Eﬀort2

Summer 2027

1 Require SHPO concurrence with AIP before ini3a3ng work.
2 Schedule dependent on construc3on schedule which is TBD.

Change Order Fee
The current authorized project budget is $939,377. Contract Mod 04 proposes to add $562,620 to task
budgets Task 5 and 6 and add a new task, Task 7, for a total new total project budget of $1,501,997. The
fee for the services described above are summarized in Table 1 below. A detailed fee spreadsheet is
provided as an aHachment to this leHer.
Table 1. Addi onal Services Cost Es mate
Task Name

GEI
Labor

GEI
Expenses

Subconsultant Fee
(Labor + Expenses)

Total Cost

$19,330

$1,000

$ 10,500

$ 30,830

Task 5 – Engineering and Field Support for
Powerhouse Stabiliza3on
Task 6.1 – Cultural Resources Field
Inves3ga3on and MOA
Task 6.3 – Final Mussel Reloca3on Plan
Task 7 – Mussel Reloca3on

$50,408

$4,500

$54,908

-$ 212,340

-$32,240

$16,275
$ 216,027

$16,275
$ 460,607

Total

$282,078

$37,740

$242,802

$562,620

Closing
We appreciate the opportunity to con3nue suppor3ng you in the removal of the Pen Dam. If you have
any ques3ons, please feel free to contact me at 740.243.5403.
Sincerely,
GEI Consultants of Michigan, P.C.

Janeen McDermoH, P.E.
Senior Project Manager

Brad Parlato, P.E.
Senior Vice President/Regional Opera3ons Manager

GEI Consultants of Michigan, P.C.

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Peninsular Paper Dam Removal

05/12/2026

cc:

Andrew Hellenga, City of Ypsilan3
Steve Wilcoxen, City of Ypsilan3
Dan Brown, HRWC

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City of Ypsilan3

Name: __________________________

Name: ___________________________

Title: ____________________________

Date: ____________________________

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Soil Borings
Field Visit
Plans
Engineering
Specs
BOD
Cost
5c
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Plans
Engineering
Specs
BOD
Cost
6
Permitting
6.1
SHPO
6.2
JPA
6.3
Mussels
7
Mussel Relocation Field Work
7.1
Mussel Relocation
7.2
Post-Relocation Monitoring
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206
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GIS
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112
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210

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102

134

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24
10

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119

6
191

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134

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$0.00
$4,187.00
$5,980.00
$4,497.00
$2,322.00
$0.00
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$0.00
$0.00
$2,344.00
$0.00
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$26,775

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$10,500

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$17,850.00
$41,650.00
282,078

$21,100
$2,780
$8,360
37,740

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$6,730.00
$4,497.00
$2,322.00
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$216,027

242,802

$389,967.00
$20,630.00
$50,010.00
562,620

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From: Bonnie Wessler, DPS Director
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-119 Approving the proposal submitted by OHM for project oversight and
construction coordination services for the Frog Island Accessibility Improvement project in the amount
of $48,995.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
05-19 frog island ca ce RFL and Resolution
2.
Frog Island Accessibility_CE Proposal
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

From: Bonnie Wessler, Department of Public Works
Subject: Frog Island North Accessibility Improvements

SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
The City was awarded an NRTF grant to improve the accessibility in the north end of Frog
Island park, with improvements to include such items as accessible parking, pathway
improvements, picnic tables, etc. The attached proposal is for construction oversight services
from OHM in the amount of $48,995. Funding will be drawn from 414-7511.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS: OHM proposal
FY2025/2026 Goal Alignment
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•
•
•

•

Budget Priority 1: Public Infrastructure/Buildings/Roads
Budget Priority 2: Water Street
Budget Priority 3: Public Safety/Public Health
Budget Priority 4: Shelter/Housing
Budget Priority 5: Staffing Capacity

CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: _________

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: _________________________
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL: ___________________________________
:

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Resolution No. 2026-119
May 19, 2026

RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:
WHEREAS, the Frog Island Accessibility Improvement project has been budgeted from the
Capital Improvements Fund; and
Whereas, the City requires project oversight and construction coordination services and has
solicited a proposal from OHM, the City’s engineer of record;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT that the Ypsilanti City Council approves the proposal
submitted by OHM in the amount of $48,995; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to sign this contract,
subject to approval by the City Attorney, and that any change orders may be approved by the
City Manager to facilitate completion of this work.

OFFERED BY:________________________________________________________
SUPPORTED BY:_____________________________________________________
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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April 13, 2026

CITY OF YPSILANTI
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
14 W Forest Ave
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Attention:

Bonnie Wessler, AICP
Director of Public Works

Regarding:

Proposal for Construction Phase Services
Frog Island Trailhead Accessibility

Dear Ms. Wessler:
OHM Advisors (OHM) is pleased to submit this proposal for construction engineering services for the Frog
Island Trailhead Accessibility project in the City of Ypsilanti. This project was designed by OHM, and we have
prepared our project understanding and scope of services based on past experience and correspondence with
the City.

PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The City of Ypsilanti received a Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) grant to enhance
accessibility at the north end of Frog Island Park. The project includes sidewalk improvements; construction
of HMA (hot mix asphalt) ADA-compliant parking spaces and accessible ramps with handrails; bioretention
and drainage enhancements; installation of picnic tables with concrete pads; and development of a fishing
platform and kayak launch. OHM prepared the design and bidding documents for these improvements. Bids
were opened on December 3, 2025, and KAB Enterprises, Inc. submitted the lowest responsive bid in the
lump‑sum amount of $312,166.50.
The City has requested construction phase engineering services for the Frog Island Trailhead Accessibility
Project, including contract administration, construction observation, construction engineering, and materials
testing. A detailed description of the scope of services is provided below.

SCOPE OF SERVICES
This scope reflects our understanding of the City’s needs for this project and is consistent with past
construction phase engineering services proposals. The components of this work plan are as follows:
Contract Administration Services shall consist of the utilization of Field Advisor software to track pay
estimated and project pay quantities, materials used, and testing results. Information tracked will be used in the

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resolution of claims and/or contract document interpretation along with reviews of project schedules to
monitor compliance with deadlines. These services shall also include project closeout, consisting of final pay
estimate preparation, obtaining closeout documents required from the contractor, and a balancing change order
reflecting all increases, decreases, credits and/or extras to the contract. The specific tasks included in
construction administration include:


Contract documents for execution will be prepared and transmitted to KAB Enterprises, Inc and will
be accompanied by the Notice of Award letter. OHM will confirm bonds and insurance are included
with the contract documents and deliver signed contract books to the City for execution.



Arrange and conduct a preconstruction meeting as well as interim progress meetings. OHM will
prepare and distribute minutes for these meetings. Based on the completion date in the documents, we
anticipate there will be up to three (3) progress meetings for the duration of the project.



Contract administration services will include, but are not limited to, preparation and review of up to
three (3) pay estimates and one (1) change order. Payment applications are expected to be submitted
on a monthly basis.

Observation Services shall consist of part-time observation of the work progress by the Contractor(s).
Inspector daily reports (IDR’s) will be prepared documenting pay item quantities and the general work progress
for the day. OHM will answer residents’ questions and attempt to resolve complaints daily during construction.
OHM will also interact with the Contractor’s supervisory personnel to notify them when work is unacceptable
and in need of correction, or removal and replacement of specific work elements if the situation warrants. The
specific tasks include:


The estimated inspection effort includes ten (10) weeks of part-time inspection at approximately 24
hours per week during active construction. Observation hours will be focused on critical work activities
and reduced during periods of limited activity, restoration, and closeout.



Perform observations for the project in accordance with the Specifications, Plans, Proposal, the
Michigan MDOT Construction Manual, the Materials Sampling Guide, and other applicable
references, guidelines, and/or procedures manuals.



Maintain daily inspection diaries for observation, along with sketches, logs, and other records as
necessary to document the Contractor's progress.



Notify the City immediately of any unanticipated field conditions and potential changes, extras, or
adjustments to the contract before processing a Work Order and/or Recommendation.



Complete a final inspection of all work, or such portions thereof eligible for acceptance, after
notification by the Contractor that the work is completed. The final inspection shall include notifying
the Contractor in writing of defects to be remedied if work is not acceptable.

Construction Engineering Services shall consist of the supervision of the construction observation staff to
provide appropriate project staffing and project documentation. The specific tasks include:


Review shop drawings and submittals as supplied by KAB Enterprises, Inc.

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

Resolve construction issues/problems which may arise. Review and make recommendations to the
City regarding claims from the contractor(s) including preparation of change orders, etc. if required.



OHM shall coordinate the efforts of materials testing by G2 Consulting Group and review materials
testing reports to check for compliance with contract documents and make appropriate
recommendations (when needed) to the City.



Measure, compute quantities, and provide appropriate documentation of materials incorporated in
work items. Maintain an item history using Field Advisor.



Track failed material tests and notify the Contractor.



Field measure applicable items of work. Prepare final summaries for applicable items of work.



Photos and/or sketches or relevant as-built conditions will be electronically transmitted to the City for
their project file.



Follow up with the contractor on proper permit closure will be part of the final closeout process.

Geotechnical and Materials Testing is included and will be performed by G2 Consulting Group (G2).
Material testing will include concrete cylinder tests and one full-time days on site (or two part-time days).

PROJECT SCHEDULE
The construction phase engineering services will begin upon authorization. It is understood that construction
is anticipated to begin in the Spring 2026 and be ready for final payment by July 30, 2026.

FEE SCHEDULE
OHM Advisors proposes to provide the above outlined professional services on an hourly – not to exceed
basis, in accordance with the continuing services agreement between the City and OHM. Invoices will be sent
monthly as work is performed:
Description
Construction Phase Services
Geotechnical and Materials Testing (G2)
TOTAL

Fee
$ 44,595.00
$ 4,400.00
$ 48,995.00

FURTHER CLARIFICATIONS AND ASSUMPTIONS
The above fee is based on the following assumptions:
 Additional observation time beyond the assumed level may result in additional costs.
 Survey staking is not included and will be performed by KAB Enterprises, Inc.

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We thank you for this opportunity to provide construction phase engineering services for this project. If this
proposal is acceptable to you, your signature on the signature line below will serve as our authorization to
proceed. If there are any questions, please contact me.
Sincerely,
OHM Advisors

_____________________________
Rachel Jackson, P.E.
Project Manager
cc:

Andrew Hellenga, City of Ypsilanti
Alex Bade, P.E., OHM
Fraser Payne, P.E., OHM
Tavio Palazzolo, P.E., OHM
Kent Early, P.E., OHM

City of Ypsilanti
Proposal for Professional Construction Phase Services
Frog Island Trailhead Accessibility

Accepted By:

Printed Name:

Title:

Date:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From: Bonnie Wessler, DPS Director
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-120 Approving the amendment submitted by OHM to the previously
approved CA/CE proposal for the reconstruction of Harriet Street (First to Hawkins) in the amount of
$37,850.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
05-19 harriet amend RFL and Resolution - Copy
2.
Harriet Ph 1 CACE_Amendment Proposal_Final
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

From: Bonnie Wessler, Department of Public Works
Subject: Harriet Phase I CA/CE amendment

SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
The City has been working with OHM to provide CA/CE services and be the owner’s
representative for the Harriet projects. The first phase of the Harriet projects, First to Hawkins,
had issues with scheduling that caused the project to run into CY 2026. This resulted in an
increase in CA/CE costs totaling $37,850, to be expended from 202-9067-7818-25.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS: OHM proposal
FY2025/2026 Goal Alignment
•
•
•
•

•

CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: _________

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: _________________________
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL: ___________________________________

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Resolution No. 2026-120
May 19, 2026

RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:
WHEREAS, the reconstruction of Harriet Street (First to Hawkins) has been budgeted from the
Major Streets Fund; and
Whereas, issues of contractor coordination and weather made certain delays unavoidable in the
project, in turn necessitating additional work in construction oversight;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT that the Ypsilanti City Council approves the
amendment submitted by OHM to the previously approved CA/CE proposal in the amount of
$37,850; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to sign this contract,
subject to approval by the City Attorney, and any change orders may be approved by the City
Manager to facilitate completion of this work.

OFFERED BY:________________________________________________________
SUPPORTED BY:_____________________________________________________
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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April 13, 2026
CITY OF YPSILANTI
14 W. Forest Ave.
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Attention:

Bonnie Wessler, AICP
Director of Public Services

Subject:

Proposal Amendment for Construction Phase Engineering Services
Harriet Street Reconstruction from 1st Avenue to Hawkins Street
MDOT JN 215088

Dear Ms. Wessler:
OHM Advisors (OHM) appreciates the opportunity to submit this amendment for construction phase engineering
services for the Harriet Street Phase 1 Local Agency Program (LAP) project. This amendment addresses additional
construction inspection, engineering, and contract administration (CA/CE) effort that extended beyond the scope
and duration anticipated in OHM’s original construction phase services proposal. No change in scope,
responsibilities, or level of services is proposed.
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The Harriet Street reconstruction project, extending from 1st Avenue to Hawkins Avenue, was selected through the
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Local Agency Program (LAP) and Transportation Alternatives
Program (TAP) for funding in 2025. OHM prepared the bidding documents and facilitated advertisement through
the MDOT bidding process. Fonson Company, Inc. was the low bidder and was awarded the project with a
construction contract amount of $1,289,123.35.
OHM’s original construction phase services proposal, dated June 10, 2025, was approved by City Council on July 1,
2025, and included CA/CE services based on the anticipated construction sequencing, duration, and level of effort
known at that time. Since construction began, several unanticipated schedule and coordination factors have extended
the project duration beyond the original open to traffic/substantial completion date of October 31, 2025. Fonson
Company, Inc. submitted an extension of time revising the substantial completion date to May 31, 2026. Although
the scope of services has remained primarily the same, these conditions have resulted in additional time and effort
to continue providing the same CA/CE services.
Two primary schedule impacts contributed to the extended project duration. The first involved a delay to the YCUA
water main project associated with bond funding, which delayed water main construction by at least two months
and subsequently delayed roadway construction. While there was an initial goal to complete roadway construction
prior to winter, this did not occur, resulting in the north side driveways, sidewalk, and final restoration work being
deferred to the spring of 2026. During this period, OHM also provided coordination support related to maintaining
traffic control during the winter shutdown.

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Harriet Phase 1 Amendment CE Proposal
April 13, 2026
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Additional construction phase effort was required to address impacts associated with DTE Gas. DTE Gas activity
was not identified as an issue until shortly before field work began. During design, there was no confirmed DTE
Gas work planned within the corridor, and no conflicts were identified through formal utility coordination responses.
Franchise utility planning is not actively tracked unless identified through MISS DIG responses. Near the end of the
design phase, DTE Gas informed the project team that they had a gas main replacement planned after completion
of the road reconstruction, and the City encouraged DTE Gas to perform the work prior to roadway construction
to avoid future disturbance of the new pavement. DTE Gas ultimately elected to advance their work and perform it
concurrently with the construction. DTE gas work took about four weeks along Harriet Street. Once this work
became known and was initiated, OHM provided field-level coordination with the contractor, utility representatives,
and City staff to minimize impacts and maintain construction progress. This effort occurred during construction
and represented additional construction-phase coordination rather than a change in project planning.
This amendment is based on extended construction duration, unanticipated utility coordination during construction,
and the continued provision of construction phase services beyond the original schedule assumptions. These factors
resulted in additional CA/CE effort without attributing responsibility to any individual party.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Fonson Company, Inc. has indicated that approximately four (4) weeks will be required to complete the work,
including site restoration. Following completion of construction activities, OHM will continue to coordinate with
MDOT to support project close‑out activities, including documentation, certification, and final approval in
accordance with MDOT requirements.
FEE SCHEDULE
OHM Advisors proposes to provide the above outlined professional services on an hourly – not to exceed basis,
in accordance with the continuing services agreement between the City and OHM. Invoices will be sent monthly as
work is performed:
Amendment Description
Fee
Current Approved Construction Phase Services................................... $186,080.00
Amendment for CA/CE ............................................................ $37,850.00
Total New Construction Phase Services .................................. $223,930.00

ASSUMPTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS
The above fee is based on the following assumptions:
 This effort is in addition to the existing CA/CE services for this project.

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Harriet Phase 1 Amendment CE Proposal
April 13, 2026
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AUTHORIZATION
If you find this proposal acceptable, please provide us authorization to proceed by signing the proposal below and
returning it to us. We appreciate the opportunity to provide you with this proposal. Please feel free to contact us
if you have any questions or need any additional information at (734) 522-6711.
Sincerely,
OHM Advisors

Rachel Jackson, PE
Project Manager
cc: Andrew Hellenga, City Manager
Kent Early, PE, OHM Advisors
Fraser Payne, PE, OHM Advisors
City of Ypsilanti
Proposal Amendment for Construction Phase Engineering Services
Harriet Street Reconstruction from 1st Avenue to Hawkins Street

Accepted By:

Printed Name:

Title:

Date:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From:
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-121 Approving the proposed Ordinance No. 1463, entitled “2026-2027
Tax Levy Ordinance” upon second and final Reading.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
Millage Levy 2026
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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City of Ypsilanti
City Clerk’s Office

Resolution No. 2026-121
Date: May 19, 2026

RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:

That the proposed Ordinance No. 1463, entitled “2026-2027 Tax Levy Ordinance”, be approved
upon second and final Reading.

OFFERED BY: _______________________________________________________
SUPPORTED BY:____________________________________________________
YES:_______ NO:________ __ ABSENT:________ VOTE:_________

1 S Huron St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Tel: (734) 483-1100
www.CityofYpsilanti.com
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City of Ypsilanti
City Clerk’s Office

Ordinance No. 1463
2026-2027 Tax Levy Ordinance

The City of Ypsilanti Ordains that:
The City Clerk is authorized to certify to the City Treasurer and City Assessor the total millage
to be levied for the City of Ypsilanti, including applicable Downtown Development Authority
(DDA) millages, as outlined below:

Millage Description

Millage Rates

City
General Operating
P&F Pension and OPEB
Public Transit
Sanitation
Water St. General Obligation Bond 2016A
City Total
Downtown
East Depot Town
West Cross

16.4688
7.0657
.8471
2.4077
1.5178
28.3071
1.6173
1.6173
1.6173

____________________
Nicole Brown, Mayor
_______________________
Tracey Boudreau, City Clerk

1 S Huron St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Tel: (734) 483-1100
www.CityofYpsilanti.com
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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From:
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-122 Recognizing June 19th and authorizing to display the Juneteenth
Flag from a window in Council Chambers viewable from Huron St., through the duration of the month.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND: Standing Agenda Item
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
Juneteenth Flag Resolution2026
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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Resolution No. 2026-122
May 19, 2026

IT IS RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI that:
Whereas, Juneteenth was recognized as a City Holiday, by passage of Resolution No. 2021-068,
on April 6, 2021; and
Whereas, Ypsilanti, Michigan has a proud record of fighting bigotry, slavery and racism,
including, prior to the Civil War being a part of the underground railway to help slaves to
freedom, and sending soldiers, black and white to fight and die for the Union in the Civil War to
free the slaves, and passing ordinances to prohibit discrimination; and
Whereas, June 19, 1865 marks when the final group of Black Americans understood that they
were free, when Union Army General Gordon Granger landed in Galveston, where he read
General Order #3, stating that all slaves were free, and that former masters and slaves were
absolutely equal in personal and property rights; and
Whereas, Juneteenth, June 19, 1865, acting as the date of emancipation, became a longstanding day of celebration, meant to honor Black Americans resilience and the end of slavery;
and
Whereas, it is fitting and proper for the City of Ypsilanti to honor and celebrate June 19 of every
year as Juneteenth; and
Whereas, we must work together to continue to build a just Ypsilanti, free from prejudice,
bigotry and racism.
NOW THEREFORE, it is hereby RESOLVED BY THE YPSILANTI CITY COUNCIL, that June 19th be
recognized by the City of Ypsilanti, and display the Juneteenth Flag from a window in Council
Chambers viewable from Huron St., through the duration of the month.
OFFERED BY: _____ __________________________________________________
SUPPORTED BY: ____ _________________________________________________
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From:
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-123 Declaring June as “Pride Month” and authorizing to display the Pride
Flag from a window in Council Chambers viewable from Huron St., through the duration of the month.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND: Standing Agenda Item
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
Pride Month Resolution No. 2026CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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Resolution No. 2026-123
May 19, 2026

RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:
WHEREAS, President Bill Clinton declared June “Gay and Lesbian Pride Month” in June of 2000
to commemorate the June 1969 Stonewall riots in Lower Manhattan; and
WHEREAS, President Barack Obama expanded the commemoration further by declaring June
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month; and
WHEREAS, Pride Month is not only a time of celebration, it is also an opportunity to peacefully
protest and raise political awareness of current issues facing the LGBTQ+ community, and
WHEREAS, much ground has been gained since the 1969 Stonewall Riots, however, injustice
and negative attitudes remain that threaten the LGBTQ+ community; and
WHEREAS, The City of Ypsilanti has a proud place in the history of LGBTQ+ equality in the
successful passing of our Inclusive Non-Discrimination Ordinance in 1998, a historic victory that
received national attention and acclaim; and
WHEREAS, while the City of Ypsilanti has a long and proud tradition of being an inclusive
community, it recognizes as long as injustice exists it threatens all that has been accomplished.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Ypsilanti City Council of the City of Ypsilanti
declare June as “Pride Month” and direct staff to fly the Pride Flag, from a window in Council
Chambers viewable from Huron St., through the duration of the month.

OFFERED BY:
SUPPORTED BY:
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From: Michelle King, Council Member, Nicole Brown, Mayor
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-124 Proclaiming Saturday, June 6, 2026, as CIVIC DUTY EDUCATION
DAY in the City of Ypsilanti and encouraging all residents, families, educators, youth leaders, elected
officials, and community stakeholders to participate in activities that uplift civic knowledge, community
voice, and public engagement.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
Resolution No2026-124 Civic Duty Education Day
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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Resolution No. 2026-124
May 19, 2026
A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF CIVIC EDUCATION,
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT, AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION, AND
DECLARING JUNE 6, 2026, AS CIVIC DUTY EDUCATION DAY IN THE CITY
OF YPSILANTI
RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:
WHEREAS, Civic education is the lifelong process of equipping individuals with the knowledge,
skills, values, and confidence necessary to understand how government functions, how laws are
made, how public systems impact everyday life, and how community members can effectively
participate in shaping the future of their neighborhoods, cities, states, and nation; and
WHEREAS, Civic education extends beyond the classroom and is essential not only in schools,
but also in homes, neighborhoods, community organizations, faith institutions, and public spaces,
ensuring that all residents have access to information that empowers them to vote, advocate,
organize, speak out, and engage in meaningful dialogue around issues affecting their lives; and
WHEREAS, An informed and civically engaged population is foundational to a healthy
democracy, strong local leadership, accountable government, and vibrant communities where
residents understand both their rights and their responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, Far too many individuals, particularly youth, low-income families, communities of
color, formerly incarcerated persons, returning citizens, immigrant populations, and other
historically disenfranchised communities, have been systematically excluded from civic processes
due to educational inequities, economic barriers, distrust in institutions, and a lack of intentional
opportunities for civic inclusion; and
WHEREAS, Providing equitable access to civic education helps close the gap between
community members and decision-makers, fosters confidence in public participation, increases
voter awareness, strengthens relationships between elected officials and residents, and
encourages collective problem-solving rooted in shared responsibility; and
WHEREAS, Communities thrive when residents understand that civic engagement is not limited
to elections, but includes attending public meetings, engaging elected leaders, serving on boards
and commissions, participating in advocacy efforts, volunteering, organizing neighbors,
understanding public policy, and utilizing one’s voice to influence systems of change; and
WHEREAS, The City of Ypsilanti is widely recognized for its rich history, cultural diversity,
grassroots activism, artistic expression, and strong tradition of community members coming
together to advocate for equity, justice, and neighborhood progress; and
WHEREAS, Ypsilanti has long been a city where resident voices, youth leadership, nonprofit
organizations, educators, business owners, and faith communities have played an essential role
in shaping conversations around inclusion, civic responsibility, and the future of the community;
and
WHEREAS, As Ypsilanti continues to build toward a stronger and more equitable future, it
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marginalized populations—are empowered with the civic knowledge, confidence, and access
necessary to engage local government, understand public systems, and actively contribute to
municipal progress; and
WHEREAS, Survivors Speak, a nonprofit organization committed to advocacy, education, and
community empowerment, has continued to lead impactful civic engagement initiatives designed
to bridge the divide between residents and institutions by creating accessible, family-centered,
educational spaces where individuals can learn about their civic rights, connect with elected
officials, meet community partners, and become inspired to actively participate in the democratic
process; and
WHEREAS, Survivors Speak, in partnership with local stakeholders and community partners, will
host Civic Duty Education Day on Saturday, June 6, 2026, as a day dedicated to educating youth,
adults, and families about the importance of civic knowledge, civic voice, and civic responsibility
while promoting food, fun, fellowship, and family-centered community engagement; and
WHEREAS, The City of Ypsilanti recognizes that strengthening civic education is not simply an
educational priority, but a community necessity that contributes to stronger neighborhoods,
increased trust in government, more informed residents, and a future generation equipped to
lead with purpose, understanding, advocacy, and accountability;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Council of the City of Ypsilanti
do hereby affirm the critical importance of Civic Education in our schools, our communities, and
in the everyday lives of all residents; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Ypsilanti acknowledges the need for expanded
civic awareness and civic inclusion opportunities, especially for populations that have historically
been underserved, overlooked, or disenfranchised from participating in civic and democratic
systems; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Ypsilanti proudly stands with Survivors Speak in
its mission to educate, activate, and empower communities through civic engagement, public
participation, and democratic awareness; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Council encourage Ypsilanti schools,
educators, churches, businesses, civic organizations, youth groups, neighborhood associations,
and community leaders to continue fostering opportunities that strengthen civic understanding,
civic dialogue, and civic responsibility among residents of all ages; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in recognition of these efforts, and in celebration of the
power of informed citizenship, the Mayor and City Council of the City of Ypsilanti do hereby
proclaim Saturday, June 6, 2026, as CIVIC DUTY EDUCATION DAY in the City of Ypsilanti and
encourage all residents, families, educators, youth leaders, elected officials, and community
stakeholders to participate in activities that uplift civic knowledge, community voice, and public
engagement.

OFFERED BY: __________________________________________________
SUPPORTED BY: __________________________________________________
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From: Rheagan Basabica, Finance Director, Andrew Hellenga, City Manager
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-125 Approving Ordinance No. 1464 entitled, “An Ordinance to Amend
Budget for 2025-2026 and Adopt Budget for FY 2026-2027 and 2027-2028, upon Second and final
Reading.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
Budget Resolution and Ordinance 2026
2.
26-27 Budget Reduction Proposal
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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City of Ypsilanti
City Clerk’s Office

Resolution No. 2026-125
Date: May 19, 2026

AMENDMENT OF THE 2025–2026 BUDGET AND ADOPTION OF THE 2026–2027 AND 2027–2028
FISCAL YEAR BUDGETS
RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:
That Ordinance No. 1464 entitled, “An Ordinance to Amend Budget for 2025-2026 and Adopt Budget for
FY 2026-2027 and 2027-2028, be approved upon Second and final Reading.
Further, that in accordance with Section 19(2) of Public Act 621 of 1978, also known as the Uniform
Budgeting and Accounting Act, parameters are hereby given to allow transfers between appropriation
accounts and within fund totals and within those activities within the control of each department.

OFFERED BY: ________________________________________________________________
SUPPORTED BY:_____________________________________________________________
YES:_______ NO:________ __ ABSENT:________ VOTE:_________

1 S Huron St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Tel: (734) 483-1100
www.CityofYpsilanti.com
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City of Ypsilanti
City Clerk’s Office

Ordinance No. 1464

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND BUDGET FOR 2025-2026 AND ADOPT BUDGET FOR FY 2026-2027 AND
2027-2028
THE CITY OF YPSILANTI ORDAINS
1. Pursuant to the City Charter Section 5.06 (a), budget appropriation by department and major
organizational unit are hereby approved as recommended by the Administration, as approved by
City Council
2. Further, that in accordance with Section 19(2) of Public Act 621 of 1978, also known as the Uniform
Budgeting and Accounting Act, parameters are hereby given to allow transfers between appropriation
accounts and within fund totals and within those activities within the control of each department.
3. Copies to be available. Copies of the ordinance are available at the office of the City Clerk for
inspection by, and distribution to, the public during normal business hours.
4. Publication and effective date: The City Clerk shall cause this Ordinance, or a summary of the
Ordinance, to be published by printing the same in the Washtenaw Legal News. This Ordinance shall
become effective after publication at the expiration of 30 days after adoption made, passed and
adopted by the Ypsilanti City Council this 4th day of June, 2024.

____________________
Nicole Brown, Mayor
_______________________
Tracey Boudreau, City Clerk

1 S Huron St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Tel: (734) 483-1100
www.CityofYpsilanti.com
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Type of Account
Account Number
Revenue 101-3730-4607-11
Revenue 101-7210-xxxx-xx
Revenue 101-3390-4539-09
Revenue 101-7470-4574-06
Trasfer
101-9670-7999-29
Transfer 101-9670-7999-63
Expenditure101-1720-7882-00
Expenditure101-1720-7864-02
Expenditure101-2650-78xx-xx
Expenditure101-1720-7818-00
Expenditure101-8510-7715-XX
Transfer 101-9670-7999-66
Expenditure101-2700-7864-04
Expenditure101-7510-7818-00
Expenditure101-7520-77xx-xx
Expenditure101-7551-78xx-xx
Expenditure
Expenditure101-4410-7818-00
Expenditure101-3720-7757-00
Expenditure101-3720-7818-00
Expenditure101-7210-7900-00
Expenditure101-2700-7728-00
Expenditure101-2651-7818-xx

Amount

Budget year
$10,000 26-27
$50,000 26-27
$201,333 26-27
$100,000 26-27
$100,000 26-27
$200,000 26-27
$500 26-27
$2,000 26-27
$100,000 26-27
$5,000 26-27
$100,000 26-27
$100,000 26-27
$10,000 26-27
$6,000 26-27
$25,000 26-27
($100,000) 26-27
$100,000 26-27
$80,000 26-27
$1,000 26-27
$5,000 26-27
$2,500 26-27
$1,000 26-27
$10,000 26-27

Running Total

Descrtiption
$10,000 AHB Revenue Increase
$60,000 Redvelopment Ready Community Grant
$261,333 Fire Protection Reimbursement
$361,333 State Marijuana Revenue Sharing
$461,333 decrease transfer to 514
$661,333 Transfer back to General Fund
$661,833 CM Decrease in printing
$663,833 decrease from professional development CM
$763,833 Building Maintainance
$768,833 CM Decrease in Contractual Services
$868,833
$968,833 Removal of Forestry Transfer
$978,833 Removal of signing bonus
$984,833
$1,009,833
$909,833
$1,009,833
$1,089,833 decrease from DPW admin contracutal services
$1,090,833 Code operating supplies
$1,095,833 code contractual services
$1,098,333 Planning printing and publishing
$1,099,333 HR decrease to office supplies
$1,109,333 Energy Conservation

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From: Bonnie Wessler, DPS Director
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-126 Approving the request to waive the application, event, and street
closure fees totaling $2,500 for the Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
Voce RFL and Legislation proposal 6.26 PDF
2.
Fee Waiver Resolution
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
5/13/2026

From: Bubbles DuMouchel, Special Events - DPW
Subject: Voce/Ypsilanti Youth Symphony

SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
The Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra (est. 1999) is a 501(c-3) non-profit that has sustained itself on
small gifts from the community and volunteers. They provide tuition free orchestral education
and opportunity for youth aged 4-18. Kasia Bielak-Hoops, founder of Voce Velata and current
board president of Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra has been a community organizer and put on
concerts in the Freighthouse in the past. This year, YYO – now led by Kasia – would like to host
their end of year party in the Freighthouse, noting its importance in the community.
The event will include a concert/exhibition as well as donated food and time for socializing. The
event will be free and open to the public.

Rutherford Pool Kids Triatholon
Joe Dulin Day
YSC Reading in the Park and
Rutherford Pool Night
YSC Back to School Bash
WMWFC Domestic Violence
Awareness 5k Fundraiser
First Friday's All Hallows Eve
Stop the Gun Violence
Community Outreach
Voce/YYO End of Year Event

Waiver Amount (USD)
535
535
192.5

Budget Balance (USD)
14,465
13,930
13,737.50

397
542.5

13,370
12,827.50

1,085
1,128.40

11,742.50
10,614.10

2,500

8,114.10 (if approved)

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
Parks and Recreation 26-30 Goal Alignment
• Strategic Goal 1: Park Maintenance and Improvements
• Strategic Goal 2: Assist Partner Groups with Facility Improvements
• Strategic Goal 3: Peninsular Park Renovation
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• Strategic Goal 4: Pedestrian and Bicycle Connections to the Parks
• Strategic Goal 5: Increase Art Opportunities
• Strategic Goal 6: Re-establish the Recreation Department

CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: _________

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: _________________________
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL: ____________________________________

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Resolution No. Meeting Date

RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:
WHEREAS, ordinance §10-270 specifies that the City may choose to waive event fees for good
cause shown or for individual case of hardship;
WHEREAS, Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra’s End of year event will take place Saturday, June 13,
2026 at The Ypsilanti Freighthouse; and
WHEREAS, Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra’s event organizer is requesting that the City waive the
application and event fees for the 2026 event, due to the benefit provided by the event to the
community; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Ypsilanti City Council approves the request to
waive the application, event, and street closure fees totaling $2,500 for the Ypsilanti Youth
Orchestra.

OFFERED BY:
SUPPORTED BY:
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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Special Event Fee Waiver
Request
Please complete the form below and submit to the Special Events/Facilities Manager Jennifer
Collins at [email protected] for submission to and consideration.
To be eligible to apply for a fee waiver, the following criteria should be met:
1. The event is completely open and free to members of the public, with no entry fee
charged.
2. If vendors can sell goods, the cost to participate may not be prohibitive. Priority must
be given first to City of Ypsilanti residents and businesses. All opportunities to serve as
a vendor must be advertised sufficiently in promotional materials and on the City
website. The maximum rate at which vendors may be charged is $10 per hour, and a
financial report must be provided to the City proving what funds were raised and for
what purpose specifically from vendor fees collected.
3. A public event shall not engage in hateful or derogatory speech including symbols of
racism, homophobia, or violence. Weapons shall not be sold by vendors or any
merchandise or goods which depicts these symbols of hate.
4. Religious services are not eligible community events under this policy.
To be eligible to be approved for a fee waiver, the following criteria must be met:
1. If a street closure is requested in the business district, 80% of businesses located on that
street must in writing agree to the closure.
2. The application must include a description of why this is a benefit to the whole
community.
3. The applicant must provide a reasonable description of why the organization or person is
unable to meet the financial requirements.

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Applicant/Event Representative
Name

Kasia Bielak-Hoops, President and Board Chair of the Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra

Address
13 N. Washington St.

City

State

Ypsilanti

Michigan

Phone / Fax

Zip
48197

48197

E-Mail
[email protected]

734-657-4926

Event
Name of Event
Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra End of Year Thank You Party

Proposed Location

Ypsilanti Freighthouse

Start date and time

End date and time Saturday, June 13, 5:00 pm

Friday, June 12, 4:00 pm (for set-up)

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Justification
Describe why this is a benefit to the whole community (may continue on a separate sheet):

The Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra (YYO) serves the Ypsilanti area by providing high quality music education to
youth ages 4-18 - with absolutely no charge to families. This includes a pipeline of instrument technique and
musicianship classes in all instruments and for all levels. We also provide wrap-around support including
parent education and free instrument loans to anyone who cannot afford their own. YCS has not had a
comprehensive music program that comes anywhere near what is offered in Ann Arbor and surrounding areas
and YYO is bridging the gap.
This program would not be possible without the support of our community. The event that we want to hold will be
a public event that serves to thank these supporters - and important piece of building lasting relationships that
resonate throughout the community by keeping YYO’s door open to our youth.

Describe why the organization/person is unable to pay the fee (may continue on a separate sheet):

The Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra is a small non-profit with only one part-time administrator and operates on a
budget that directs all resources towards program delivery. This special event is being planned by a group
of volunteer parents who have tasked with making it happen on donated time, space, and goods. We would
be extremely grateful to the City of Ypsilanti if we were offered the opportunity to host this event at the
Freighthouse.

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Resolution No. 2026-126
May 19, 2026

OFFERED BY: _____________________________________________________
SUPPORTED BY: ____ _______________________________________________
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
May 19, 2026

For: Mayor and City Council
From: Nicole Brown, Mayor, Amber Fellows, Council Member
Subject: Resolution No. 2026-127 Formally supporting YCUA’s 12 month moratorium on the delivery,
commitment, reservation, extension, or approval of water and sewer services to hyper-scale data
centers, mid-sized data centers, artificial intelligence computing facilities, and high-performance
computational centers pending completion of necessary due diligence investigations.
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval
ATTACHMENTS:
1.
Proposed Resolution 2026 supporting YCUA mortatorium
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: May 19, 2026

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR APPROVAL:

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Resolution No. 2026 - 127
May 19, 2026

RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YPSILANTI:
WHEREAS, the City of Ypsilanti is committed to protecting the public health, safety, and welfare of its
residents; and
WHEREAS, the City, along with Ypsilanti Township, are members of the Ypsilanti Community Utilities
Authority (YCUA), relying on YCUA for essential water supply and wastewater treatment services critical
to public health, environmental integrity, economic stability, and fire protection; and
WHEREAS, YCUA is responsible for maintaining the capacity, reliability, and long-term sustainability of
regional water supply and wastewater treatment systems; and
WHEREAS, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) has identified hyper-scale data centers and
similar facilities as “high-impact customers” that significantly increase water demands and strain
infrastructure and operational costs; and
WHEREAS, these facilities can consume up to 5 million gallons of water per day, generating substantial
wastewater that requires advanced treatment; and
WHEREAS, the State of Michigan has enacted tax incentives to encourage the development of such
centers, potentially overwhelming local infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, these tax incentives may lead to significant clustering of facilities in areas with available
resources, including Ypsilanti; and
WHEREAS, the City finds that these incentives adversely impact local tax revenues and do not adequately
account for the water and sewer capacity required by these facilities; and
WHEREAS, the City is concerned about the pressure on YCUA to commit resources without thorough
evaluations of capacity and environmental impact; and
WHEREAS, The AWWA and the Water Environment Federation (WEF) have recommended that public
utilities proactively engage in a rigorous, science-based planning and due diligence analysis before
making service commitments affecting such facilities; and
WHEREAS, thorough due diligence consistent with best practices promulgated by the AWWA and WEF are
essential to ensure the sustainability of water and sewer services for all residents and businesses in
Ypsilanti; and
WHEREAS, the City has not received sufficient evidence to guarantee that YCUA’s infrastructure can meet
the demands of these facilities without adversely impacting service for existing customers; and
WHEREAS, proceeding without comprehensive investigations poses unreasonable risks to water and
sewer service availability, potentially resulting in regulatory violations and infrastructure degradation; and

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WHEREAS, toward the above ends, on April 22, 2026 the YCUA Board of Commissioners adopted
Resolution No. 26-08 to implement a 12-month Moratorium on the Delivery, Commitment, Reservation,

Extension, or Approval of Water and Sewer Services for Hyperscale Data Centers, Mid-Sized Data
Centers, Artificial Intelligence Computing Facilities, and High-Performance Computing Centers pending
completion of Comprehensive Due Diligence Investigations.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Ypsilanti City Council appreciates YCUA’s adoption of
Resolution No. 26-08 to allow it to proactively conduct the comprehensive due diligence studies
recommended by AWWA and WEF before making service commitments to the aforementioned types of
centers.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Ypsilanti City Council believes that it is in the public’s best interest
that all studies required by YCUA Resolution No. 2608 be conducted transparently, allowing for
independent third-party reviews, and requests that YCUA provide regular updates to the Ypsilanti City
Council and the public regarding the progress of those studies and the conclusions reached.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this Resolution be forwarded to relevant stakeholders, including
the Township Supervisor and the Township Board of Trustees, Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and other
state representatives.
OFFERED BY:
SUPPORTED BY:
YES:

NO:

ABSENT:

VOTE:

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