YPSILANTI, Mich. Protesters gathered on Monday night at Ypsilanti City Hall as well as Mayor Beth Basherts home following comments the mayor made at a recent council meeting. Last week, during a vote on the reappointment of KaRon Gaines to a commission that advises the council on eliminating prejudice and discrimination, Mayor Bashert said, Since I will be crucified if I vote against any Black person on any commission, Im going to vote yes.READ: Ypsilanti mayor apologizes for racist comment about Black residentOn Monday night, a group of about 50 people called for her resignation. They also want to change the citys operational structure -- with big changes within the citys police department. READ MORE: Protesters gather in Ypsilanti following mayors controversial commentBashert issued an apology in a Facebook post:

YPSILANTI, Mich. Mayor Beth Bashert has resigned from her position after comments she made at a recent Ypsilanti City Council meeting. I made a biased statement and voted based on that statement, she said. Bashert announced her resignation on Tuesday, releasing this statement:It has been an honor to serve Ypsilanti in the ways I have, including city council member and mayor. I am deeply sorry to have my service end on this note and in this way. Please accept my resignation as mayor, effective at 9 AM June, 23, 2020.