University of Michigan addresses archaeological review of center site

The University of Michigan has issued a statement on the archaeological review of its research computing center site in Ypsilanti Township.

• The university said it has not yet broken ground and no construction is currently taking place; it is continuing due diligence, design, and study efforts for the project.
• U-M said it completed a title and background search, ALTA site survey, and Baseline Environmental Assessment; it found no evidence of archaeological artifacts or culturally-sensitive materials, and will engage a Federally Registered Archeologist for consultation with SHPO and contact Tribal Nations.