Tag: Ypsilanti Township

NO MASS SURVEILLANCE

NO MASS SURVEILLANCE

*This article has been updated to include more information* Ypsilanti Township does not have a police department; the washtenaw county sheriff’s office (WCSO) is the primary police department patrolling the township. The township, in conjunction with the WCSO, is currently considering installing 60 to 70…

Ypsilanti Township Election—Will the People Speak?

Ypsilanti Township Election—Will the People Speak?

Desiraé Simmons

Ypsilanti Township is currently holding an election that will end on August 3, 2021. There are 4 millages on the ballot: Fire protection, prevention, rescue services, and equipment reserves, which is expected to generate an estimated revenue of $4,625,417.00 in the first year. Police protection,…

A Vote of No Confidence: Following the Ypsilanti Township Clerk Race

A Vote of No Confidence: Following the Ypsilanti Township Clerk Race

Brian Little

As a recent arrival to Ypsilanti Township from Ypsilanti I was new to local township politics. While often overshadowed by nearby municipalities, Ypsilanti Township’s population of 53,362 is more than double the City of Ypsilanti and shouldn’t be overlooked. I’ve noticed the attention on social…