City of Ypsilanti, Michigan

HRC Complaint Process

Any citizen of the City may propose a matter for inquiry and study by the Commission concerning matters that result in patterns of tensions,
discrimination or prejudice.

The process is as follows:

1. An individual or their attorney may file a complaint with the City Attorney’s Office.

2. The person against whom the complaint is filed is notified.

3. The complaint is referred to the appropriate City Department for investigation.

4. If it is determined that no probable cause exists, the City Attorney shall notify the complainant.

5. If it is determined that probable cause exists, the City Attorney will refer the case to the Commission and notify the parties involved.

6. The Commission will determine the appropriate course of action.

Any resolution of the dispute shall not be final until released by the Commission. The Commission shall not receive or deal with complaints between individuals, but may refer persons with complaints concerning individuals to appropriate agencies.