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Akron Group Fights for Trans Rights, Seeks City Protection

As Ohio Republicans push anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, Akron activists ask mayor to issue executive order deprioritizing enforcement.

Cleveland Council Members Spend Discretionary Funds on Community Needs

Records show council members allocated hundreds of thousands of dollars for parks, streets, and safety cameras in their wards

Fairview Park Pauses Plans for New Service Garage

City Council requests more information on traffic, environmental, and property value impacts.

Richwood to Renew Streets Levy on November Ballot

Village council also addresses food truck ordinances

Bristol Officials Weigh Forming Fire District

Trustees consider options to address staffing challenges at local fire department

Steubenville Council Discusses Potential Cannabis Dispensary

Officials see potential revenue boost from licensed dispensary in the city

Medina County Exploring Options for Administration Building

Study to examine space allocation, office locations, and public access for potential future renovations.

Cuyahoga County Considers Extending Audit Timeline Due to Staffing Limits

Internal Audit Department may need to stretch reviews from 5 to 7 years as it struggles to keep up with auditing over 100 county departments and programs.

North Royalton Councilman Resigns Due to Family Matters

Ward 6 Councilman Michael Wos cites need for larger home and desire to be closer to ill family member as reasons for departure.

Ohio Cities Signing Secret Deals, Hiding Corporate Names

State lawmakers aim to ban non-disclosure agreements on economic development deals, but cities are exempt from the new law.

Avon Lake Mayor to Deliver State of the City Address

Annual address scheduled for March 25 at the Avon Lake Public Library

Richwood Road Levy Set to Expire

Village Council Must Decide Whether to Renew Levy for Road Repairs and Maintenance

Columbus Sues Lead Pipe Makers Over Water Line Replacement Costs

City seeks to recover costs from companies it says encouraged lead pipe use for decades

Warren Approves New Contract with County for Jail

City Council unanimously passes 3-year deal to house prisoners at Trumbull County Jail

Fairview Park Residents Oppose City's Proposed Service Garage Relocation

Residents send cease-and-desist letter over plan to move service garage to Mastick Road property

Medina Residents Debate ICE Presence at City Council

Residents voice support and opposition to ICE during public comment period.

Cleveland Heights council approves funding to fix historic Cumberland Pool

Mayor plans to seek state capital budget funding to address pool's leaks and environmental issues

Brunswick Council Sets Broad 2026-2027 Goals

City leaders focus on community connections, quality of life, smart growth, and fiscal responsibility.

Beachwood Council to Vote on Sheetz Rezoning After April 20 Meeting

Residents voice concerns over increased traffic, crime, and fit with local business district.

Wilmington Council Adopts County Hazard Mitigation Plan

The plan helps the city qualify for disaster assistance funding and outlines strategies to reduce the impact of future disasters.

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