Randolph T. Barker

The meeting included a facilitation session focused on a summary of previous proceedings and a discussion regarding testing the vision and preparing for the handoff of the Water Street Redevelopment Area project.

The City Council meeting covered various administrative and legislative matters, including the reappointment of a member to the Zoning Board of Appeals and an appointment to the Sustainability Commission. The Council designated approved financial institutions for city funds and authorized the City Treasurer to levy and assess unpaid bills on the July 2026 tax roll. Additionally, the Council approved a text amendment for harm reduction zoning, discussed a Social District License request for 734 Brewing Company, Inc., and addressed a FOIA appeal and a public safety incident at the downtown library plaza.

The commission held a discussion with the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network regarding their mental health first aid and crisis intervention team training programs for law enforcement. Key topics included the goals of the training programs, such as de-escalation, trauma-informed policing, and suicide prevention techniques. Additionally, members of the public expressed concerns regarding an alleged incident of excessive force used by police officers and requested updates on the status of the ongoing investigation.

The committee reviewed the Ypsilanti Police Department's monthly reporting, discussed responses to FOIA requests regarding police policies, and conducted a policy review of the Use of Force and De-escalation framework. The agenda also included a review of the LEAP CRU, the Chair's report, and a presentation of the YPAC annual reports.

The City Council conducted a regular meeting covering various legislative and administrative items. Key actions included the first reading of an ordinance regarding Harm Reduction Zoning Text Amendments and the approval of a consent agenda, which encompassed the reappointment of a member to the Sustainability Commission, a dam change order, and project oversight services for accessibility improvements. Additionally, the Council authorized the display of Juneteenth and Pride flags, approved tax levy ordinances, and supported a request to waive fees for the Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra. Other discussions involved support for a moratorium on data center water and sewer service approvals pending due diligence.