My wife and I recently adopted a new puppy and we’ve started walking her nightly in our neighborhood. With the time change earlier this month, I suddenly noticed more street lights that are out or dim on these walks. In 3 city blocks, I’ve reported 4 lights on the 311 App on my phone. It’s quick, easy to do, and it’s important to…
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I’m sure you’ve all heard about the tragic death of an 18 year old at a birthday party at an Airbnb rental in Bath on November 3rd. I know we have a number of these short term rentals in Ward 8, one in particular that has been the site of numerous parties. After receiving another call from a neighbor about this home, I started…
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Does your home or someone that you know’s house have lead paint? Akron’s Lead Safe Program provides up to $20,000 in grant funding to help remediate lead paint hazards in Akron homes. The goal of the these grants is to reduce instances of lead poisoning in children under the age of 6. Lead exposure in children can…
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Does your non profit organization, church, PTA, scout group, block club or neighborhood organization have a vision for a project that can strengthen your section of Ward 8? Now’s your chance to apply for one Akron’s Neighborhood Partnership grants for 2026. Every year each Ward has $15,000 for programs like park improvements, community…
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