Water Street Ad Hoc Committee June 24, 2026

The City of Ypsilanti's Water Street Ad Hoc Committee convened on June 24, 2026, to discuss ongoing redevelopment plans for the Water Street site. Key procurement-related discussions focused on reviewing site conditions, including environmental contamination, utility infrastructure, and historical land use, which are critical for informing the forthcoming Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for developers. Committee members deliberated on integrating community benefits and vision statements into the RFQ, emphasizing green space preservation, historical context, and sustainable development priorities. They also discussed the logistics of additional site visits and community engagement to ensure inclusive input. No formal contract awards or vendor selections were made during this meeting, but the committee planned to refine the RFQ and community benefit criteria in future sessions to guide developer proposals and city procurement decisions.