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Council backs ad hoc Water Street RFQ process but requires Community Benefits Ordinance be followed

Ypsilanti City Council · December 10, 2025
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Summary

Council approved forming an ad hoc citizens committee to develop an RFQ for Water Street redevelopment with an amendment that the committee follow the city’s Community Benefits Ordinance process after the RFQ stage to ensure robust community benefits and oversight.

After extended public comment and council discussion, the Ypsilanti City Council on Dec. 18 approved a resolution to establish an ad hoc citizens committee to draft a request for qualifications (RFQ) for Water Street redevelopment and to manage public engagement during selection of a developer.

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