Wittman Sullivan

Veterans commission worried about plans to limit property taxes in Ohio

Probate Court magistrate speaks about the importance of having a will

Developer discusses plans for historic buildings--but, first, demolition

State Road in line for upgrades, roundabout in the works for Quick Road intersection

Council members ask questions about Lock 3 concerts, especially about non-local acts being hired to perform

Violent crimes across city down from last year

Haven of Rest minister outlines group's services

Board members, city officials discuss 'property wholesalers'

Commissioners warn veterans about 'claim sharks' and discuss possible legislation against such practices

City working to develop new logo; plans to spend $55,000 and engage the public with an 11-person subcommittee

District adopting new social studies curriculum for K-3

Commission unable to vote on attorney's fees in Crown Act violation case due to lack of quorum and schedules special meeting to resolve

School district looking to cut $10.2 million in expenses, including 59 staff positions

Commission reviews housing discrimination complaints

Summit County Council OKs $1.1 million demolition of Cuyahoga Falls building

Board member expresses concern about frequent and lengthy executive sessions

District changes name of its DEI committee to the Historical, Cultural, and Inclusion Committee; plan to rewrite committee description

Board approves most candidate petitions for May 6 election; OKs trial contract for new election reporting software

Council reviews arrangements for energy grants, approves 2025 street resurfacing plan

County 2025 capital budget would fund facility improvements, stormwater upgrades and other projects

Students express concerns about nutrition and funding for athletics

Board members talk about protecting farmland

Akron residents gather to discuss future of the Innerbelt

Public commenters, council members discuss newly opened East Akron bar and restaurant that has some neighbors concerned about noise and traffic, others show support for the new business

Committee discusses replacing or refurbishing 200-year-old Riverview Road bridge in Akron which may qualify for the National Register of Historic Places

Residents hear from city officials about 2025 budget, share their thoughts on biggest needs for their neighborhoods

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee to focus four areas including culturally responsive professional practices, school climate, and resource equity

Board members focus on community engagement efforts, raise concerns about other municipalities limiting police board oversight

Board member asks for more dress code discussions and a review of district policies around school discipline following an Akron NAACP statement

September financial report shows revenue and expenses higher than expected from May forecast

Public service committee OKs Tree Commission expansion plans

Committee discusses ways to bring equity to sport facilities across district schools

Council acknowledges that effort to allow voters to decide on charter amendment lacked sufficient signatures

Board members discuss need to make community engagement more meaningful

Organizers seeking community input on plans to rehab Prentiss Park in Kenmore

Commissioners review cases, discuss possibility of moving meeting location or going virtual

School officials discuss upcoming levy and bond issue on the November ballot with residents

Looming VA budget shortfall worries local veterans officials

Trustees discuss cost increase to $59 million for new operations and maintenance facility citing new federal regulations

Resident asks committee members about grievance process for complaints about district-contracted vendors

Akron Public Schools July revenue is up; treasurer reports 'solid' financial situation

Buchtel secretary wins inaugural Support Staff of the Year award

Board discusses and finalizes plan for van drivers for 2024-2025 school year

Committee discusses process for ensuring equity in contracts used by Akron Public Schools

Rule committee votes 3-2 in favor of an adverse report regarding Mayor's proposed charter amendment that would allow external police and fire chief candidates. The vote is a recommendation to council to not support the amendment.

Committee members approve amendments to vape shop and marijuana dispensary ordinances

Commission approves plan to replace 111-year-old reservoir in Goodyear Heights but wants the city to explore ways to save a pump station and water tower.

Rules committee members discuss charter amendment proposal to allow city to consider external police and fire chief candidates

Board discusses van driver situation, superintendent indicates a solution will be ready for next board meeting

Ward 8 residents hear about plans to plant 100,000 trees across Akron over the next 10 years

Board considers candidates for deputy auditor position.

Ridership was up to approximately 214,000 rides in April with the most ridership increase on Sundays. The contributions of the late Sam Risby, known as the "million-dollar operator," were recognized.

City presents plan to residents to move a waste transfer station to East Akron

Committee discusses chaperone procedures and timeline

Committee discusses van drivers, facilities plan

Council recognizes Juneteenth as federal holiday for city employees

Board discusses outreach efforts to veterans; discusses challenges with Honor Guard management

Committee passes resolution to recognize two Firestone students for winning Dazzle awards

Officials approve funding sources for juvenile court

Council members pepper Spin scooter exec with questions

Akron Children's CEO outlines health system's services

City officials update Ward 8 residents about various city projects including sidewalk repair, fiber optic plan, and street repaving

North High School, mental health and budget deficits featured during public comment and discussions

Board votes to seek independent legal counsel

Ward 10 residents talk about problems with ATVs, broken glass and learning about upcoming changes regarding new marijuana law.

Council passes resolution in protest of Dominion Energy planned 30% rate hike

Board discusses levy amid concerns about costs and transparency

Board members look at contested absentee and provisional ballots

District's chief diversity officer outlines DEI efforts

State-required financial literacy class coming to all high schools this fall

Council appoints resident to fill vacant Citizen's Police Oversight Board seat

New Summit Lake zoning plan moving forward

Board members OK new rules

Community members, board member express concerns about traffic near schools

City Council hears presentations from city for $360 million capital budget

School officials outline redisctricting plan