YPAC Meeting - July 23, 2026

The City of Ypsilanti Youth Policy Advisory Commission (YPAC) held a meeting on July 23, 2026, primarily focused on public safety and police department updates. The meeting included a detailed review of crime statistics, staffing and recruitment challenges within the police department, and discussions on juvenile offenses and community safety concerns. Commissioners inquired about specific crime trends such as carrying concealed weapons by juveniles and increases in aggravated assaults, with police leadership explaining current strategies including increased patrols and community outreach programs. The meeting also addressed mental health crisis response policies and the potential for unarmed response teams, with ongoing collaboration with external organizations like LEAP. While there was no direct discussion of procurement, contracting, or budget allocations, the police chief mentioned prior attempts to add a social worker position to the department budget to support mental health crisis interventions. Commissioners expressed interest in receiving data on the effectiveness of police training programs and community partnerships. No motions or votes related to procurement were recorded during this session.