# Public Market Advisory Commission 9/17/26


**Body:** CTN Ann Arbor
**Date:** September 16, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services, Contracting Vehicles, Physical Infrastructure


The Public Market Advisory Commission meeting held on September 17, 2026, focused primarily on updates and planning related to the Ann Arbor Farmers Market. Key procurement-related discussions included an update on the Request for Proposals (RFP) process for a community engagement and visioning project for the market. The commission reviewed the selection of Market Ventures as the recommended firm to lead this project, which involves a comprehensive 12-month engagement and capital investment planning process with a proposed budget of approximately $416,000. Funding is anticipated to be shared between the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and the Parks and Recreation department. Additionally, there were updates on infrastructure maintenance bids, such as gutter and roof repairs, and vendor stall assignments for the upcoming market season. The meeting also covered ongoing event planning, community engagement activities, and staffing updates, but no formal votes on procurement contracts were recorded during this session. The commission anticipates city council approval of the Market Ventures contract and expects project commencement in early 2027.

**Source:** CTN Ann Arbor