Ypsilanti
Michigan
City Of Ypsilanti
History of the City of Ypsilanti:
Ypsilanti is located where an old Indian trail crossed the Huron River and long before the coming of the white man, was the camping and burial ground for several native American tribes.
In 1809 three French explorers built a log structure on the west bank of an Indian trading post and was one of the earliest structures in the vast, sparsely populated Michigan territory whose citizens, including forts, numbered just 4,762.
Gabriel Godfrey, proprietor of the trading post, was followed in 1823 by Benjamin Woodruff who, along with several companions, established a small settlement on the river a mile south of the post and named it Woodruff's Grove, the first settlement in Washtenaw County.
In 1824, Father Gabriel Richard, Representative in Congress for the Michigan Territory, urged the building of a federal highway from Detroit to Chicago, to be known as the Chicago Road. The surveying crew, following the Sauk Indian Trail, put the crossing of the Huron River nearly a mile north of Woodruff's Grove.
Over the years Ypsilanti grew and flourished. The early development of the community was influenced and enhanced by the presence of the river and its abundant water power. As the years progressed the river industries of the mid to late 19th century yielded to manufacturing and the mills gave way to auto related commerce, which became a major economic force in the community.
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City Of Ypsilanti News Radon Test Kit Sale
Radon Testing kits on sale until 2/10/2023 for $5.00. Regular price is $10.00. Stop by one of the following offices to purchase a test kit: City of Ypsilanti Department of Public Services - open from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday.…
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Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority (YCUA) is utilizing its Everbridge Notification System. Everbridge is a secure and identity-certified communication service that allows public safety and service organizations throughout the county to connect…
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Read More »Ypsilanti City Council Accepting Applications for Ward 3 Council Member Vacancy
Ypsilanti, MI -- The Ypsilanti City Council is accepting applications to fill the Council Member – Ward 3 vacancy. Applications are available on the city’s website at www.cityofypsilanti.com and at the City Clerk’s office, 1 S.…
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Read More »City Of Ypsilanti News Final Week of Yard Waste Collection December 5 - 9, 2022
The 2022 yard waste season is coming to an end.
Your last opportunity for yard waste collection is the first full week of December; Monday, 12/ 5 through Friday, 12/9/2022.
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Read More »City Of Ypsilanti News Public Notice: Deadline For Registering To Vote In Anything Other Than In-Person
NOTICE OF REGISTRATION FOR THE ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY NOVEMBER 8, 2022 TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF City of Ypsilanti: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that any qualified elector of City of Ypsilanti who is not already registered, may register to…
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Read More »City Of Ypsilanti News - November 8th General Election Public Accuracy Test
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public Accuracy Test of optical scan voting tabulators, equipment, and accessible voting devices for the November 8, 2022 General Election has been scheduled for September 26, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. in the Ypsilanti City…
Read More »City Of Ypsilanti News : Washtenaw County Low-IncomeHousehold Water Assistance Program
The Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is a temporary emergency program to help income-eligible households pay outstanding water and wastewater bills, providing up to $650 in direct payment assistance toward water and wastewater…
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Read More »City of Ypsilanti News - M-17 and US- 12 Water Main Improvements
M-17 and US- 12 Water Main Improvements Please click this link to access the Ypsilanti Community Utility Authority…
Read More »City Of Ypsilanti News : Double Trash Pickup Week
Double trash pickup week is scheduled for the week of August 29 - September 2, 2022. Double trash limit week permits residents to set out two times the normal trash volume on their regular trash day. This means that a single family home may set…
Read More »City Of Ypsilanti News Public Notice : Zoning Board of Appeals Vacancies
The City of Ypsilanti Zoning Board of Appeals has two vacant seats. If you are interested in applying to be a member of the ZBA, please submit an application here: https://cityofypsilanti.com/433/City-Advisory-Boards-and-Commissions. Visit The…
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Read More »City Of Ypsilanti - Ypsilanti now Gold in Michigan Green Communities Challenge
The City of Ypsilanti is proud to announce it has received a Gold Certification through the 2021 Michigan Green Communities Challenge. This marks the first the City has achieved this level of certification, advancing from the Bronze level. The…
Read More »City Of Ypsilanti News Public Notice : Absentee Ballot Return Postage
The United States Postal Service has increased postage, if you plan on mailing your ballot please affix $.60 when sending. Also, to ensure your ballot is received on time please mail it not later than two weeks prior to the Election, this coming…
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Read More »Ypsilanti - Silver Certification From The Walk Friendly Communities
The City of Ypsilanti is proud to share that it has received a Silver Certification from the Walk Friendly Communities organization. This marks the first the City has achieved this level of certification, advancing from an Honorable Mention. This…
Read More »City Of Ypsilanti News : Simple Recycling Resumed By Appointment
Simple Recycling service resumed by appointment only The City of Ypsilanti is pleased to announce its partnership with Simple Recycling has resumed. The curbside recycling program provides the Ypsilanti community with a free and easy way to…
Read More »PUBLIC NOTICE : August 2nd Primary Election Public Accuracy Test
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public Accuracy Test of optical scan voting tabulators, equipment, and accessible voting devices for the August 2, 2022 Primary Election has been scheduled for June 20, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. in the Ypsilanti City Council…
Read More »City Of Ypsilanti Recruiting Poll Workers For The August Primary Election
The City of Ypsilanti is currently recruiting registered voters and youth age 16 to 18 to serve their community as Election Inspectors during the upcoming August 2nd Primary and November 1st General elections this year. Election Inspectors are…
Read More »City Of Ypsilanti - City Council Accepting Applications for Ward 3 Council Member Vacancy
City Council Accepting Applications for Ward 3 Council Member Vacancy Ypsilanti MI, June 8, 2022. The Ypsilanti City Council is accepting applications to fill the Council Member – Ward 3 vacancy. Applications are available on the…
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Read More »City Of Ypsilanti - Memorial Day Trash, Recycling, Yard Waste Pickup Schedule
There will be no collection of trash, recycling or yard waste in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 30. Curbside collection will resume Tuesday, May 31. Please place your items for pickup one day delayed from your normal trash day. Friday…
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