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Patrick A. McLean earned a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Dayton, a master’s degree in political science from Miami University, a master's degree in international relations from Freie Universität Berlin, and a doctorate in international politics from The Ohio State University.

City of Ypsilanti / Elected Officials

Patrick currently serves as the council member for Ypsilanti City Council Ward 2 in Michigan.

Patrick currently works as chief of staff for the Franklin County Coroner’s Office in Ohio. He previously worked as the director of a public service leadership institute at Albion College, finance director for the City of Toledo, chief financial officer for the Ohio Attorney General’s Office, and grant writer for the Ecology Center, an environmental nonprofit organization.

2026 Michigan General Election

2026 Michigan Primary Election

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Supports mixed commercial and residential development of the Water Street property to return it to the city’s tax rolls.

Supports educational opportunities that prepare young people for future careers and opportunities.

- Supports mixed commercial and residential development of the Water Street property to return it to the city’s tax rolls.
- Supports educational opportunities that prepare young people for future careers and opportunities.

Economy

Supports affordable housing development that also generates revenue for city services such as waste collection and public safety.

- Supports affordable housing development that also generates revenue for city services such as waste collection and public safety.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports increasing diversity within the Ypsilanti Police Department staffing.

- Supports increasing diversity within the Ypsilanti Police Department staffing.

Public Safety

As of May 4, 2026, Patrick A. McLean’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Healthcare

Supports preserving historic districts and structures that contribute to Ypsilanti’s identity and tourism.

- Supports preserving historic districts and structures that contribute to Ypsilanti’s identity and tourism.

Public Services

Supports storm water infrastructure improvements to reduce flooding in neighborhoods such as Normal Park and College Heights.

Plans to assess water infrastructure capacity, expand rainwater management strategies, and partner with surrounding communities on flood prevention projects.

- Supports storm water infrastructure improvements to reduce flooding in neighborhoods such as Normal Park and College Heights.
- Plans to assess water infrastructure capacity, expand rainwater management strategies, and partner with surrounding communities on flood prevention projects.

Energy & the Environment

Supports expanding public transportation options, including rapid transit service along Washtenaw Avenue for Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor commuters.

- Supports expanding public transportation options, including rapid transit service along Washtenaw Avenue for Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor commuters.

Transportation & Infrastructure

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Patrick A. McLean

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- City council members in Michigan help make city-level laws, approve budgets, and oversee city services to serve the community’s needs. 
- Council members attend regular meetings, listen to public concerns, and vote on city issues like zoning, public safety, and spending. They also appoint and direct officials, like the city manager.
- City council members may be elected in partisan elections or nonpartisan elections, depending on the city. They may represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 
- Terms for city council members often last two or four years, depending on the city.

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