Mike Eller for Ypsilanti City Council: Ward 3

Stop cutting police officers and firefighters.  These people save lives.

The stability of our neighborhoods is at stake.  We are enduring tough economic times. With vacant homes on nearly every block, break-ins and other negative activity could have a significant impact on our lives.

Now, more than ever, our police officers and firefighters need to be visible.  It is absolutely imperative that public safety not be jeopardized; rather it should remain the highest priority throughout the city.

Furthermore, there should be a definitive goal to add a sufficient number of police officers in order to have a cop on the beat in downtown Ypsi.  This would ensure greater safety, promote a feeling of security, reduce negative goings-on, all contributing to an increase in positive activity - foot traffic, customers, business owners, etc.