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NEW ‘AKRON
CITY’ MAGAZINE AND CALENDAR ARRIVING SOON
(December 27, 2002) A new magazine is being mailed this week to 93,000 homes,
apartments and businesses in the city of Akron.
Akron Attracts
Accomplished Developer to Complete ‘Final Piece’ of Main Street
(December 19, 2002) The City of Akron will, for the first time in more
than 40 years, add new retail and entertainment venues to the Lock III area of South Main
Street, in a letter of understanding announced today by Mayor Don Plusquellic.
CITY TO DONATE
LAND TO ART MUSEUM
(December 13, 2002) Mayor Don Plusquellic is asking Akron City Council to approve the
donation of 1.15 acres of land owned by the City to the Akron Art Museum on East Market
Street.
Ohio Municipal
League Elects New Officers, Akron’s Romanoski Elected President.
(December 13, 2002) At its Board of Trustees meeting on Thursday, December 12, the
Ohio Municipal League elected its new slate of officers for 2003.
AKRON TO OPEN THE
‘NEW’ BROADWAY
(December 12, 2002) Monday, December 16, 2002 the new Broadway Street between Bartges
and Selle will open in time for morning rush hour traffic.
MAYOR, BANKS, SMALL
BUSINESS ADM FORM ‘AKRON INITIATIVE’
(December 11, 2002) Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic, at his weekly news conference today,
announced the creation of the Akron Initiative, a partnership with four Akron area
banks, City of Akron, and the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
CITY FORCED TO
OFFSET COST OF SEWER OVERFLOW PROJECTS
(December 4, 2002) A groundbreaking agreement between the City of Akron and the Ohio
EPA is in jeopardy due to the possibility of litigation by the United States Department of
Justice.
CITY TO RELOCATE
TRANSFER STATION
(December 4, 2002) Akron mayor Don Plusquellic today announced that the city of Akron
would relocate the regional waste transfer station to the South Akron site of the former
Brown-Graves Lumber Company.
Mayor
Plusquellic Comments on Adjustment to Civil Service Points System
(December 4, 2002) The city will be taking several steps in the coming weeks to
ensure that our pool of qualified candidates for our safety forces is as diverse as the
community of Akron.
CITY TO COLLECT
THIRD PARTY PAYMENTS FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
(December 4, 2002) Due to a 2001 advisory opinion from the Federal Office of Inspector
General, cities can begin collecting for EMS transports, just as private ambulance
companies have, from Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance companies.
City of Akron
Proposes Landfill Solution in Letter to Cuyahoga Falls
(November 22, 2002) Dear Mayor Robart:
As you are aware, the City of Akron and Waste Management of Ohio/Akron Regional Landfill,
Inc. (ARLI) have been attempting to get a permit ...
City Receives
Report of Technology Committee, Announces Strategy to Plan for Technology Future
(November 20, 2002) A committee composed of local business and community leaders
delivered its report to Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic and the City Council of Akron today,
after a 6-month inquiry...
Technology Committee Report
Plusquellic,
Conference of Mayors Host DuPont’s "Science in the School Day"
(November 19, 2002) Mayor Don Plusquellic and DuPont field engineers Lashawanda
Lands and Sara Godding joined second and fourth grade students at McEbright Elementary and
Findley Academy Schools in Akron, to host a Cities United for Science Progress (CUSP)
"Science in the School Day."
Statement of
Mayor Don Plusquellic Regarding West Side Assault
(November 1, 2002) The attack on an elderly Akron couple on Thursday concerns us
all.
First Official
Unveiling of the New Akron Civic Theatre
(October 31, 2002) Dan Dahl, executive director of the Akron Civic Theatre
announced today the theatre is holding the first official unveiling of the theatre
Wednesday, October 30.
Local
Officials and Students at Hatton Elementary School
Promote Issue 12
(October 28, 2002)
Winners
Announced For Take Pride in Akron 2002 Award At Mayor Don Plusquellic’s Press
Conference on October 23, 2002
(October 23, 2002) Eighteen Locations Nominated For Take Pride In Akron
2002 Award. The Eighteen 2002 nominees are:
Akron Police
Offer Halloween Safety Tips
(October 14, 2002)
CITY TO EXCHANGE
LAND FOR ESLICH MOVE
(October 4, 2002) The Eslich Wrecking Company of Louisville, Ohio will be relocating
its concrete crushing operation currently at the former General Tire site...
Big City
Mayors Meet to Discuss State's Priorities
(October 4, 2002)
Clean Ohio
Donates $500,000 to Extend Towpath Trail
(September 20, 2002)
Remarks by Mayor
Don Plusquellic on 9/18/02 Pertaining to Sales Tax Levy to Support Public Schools
(September 18, 2002)
Mayor's Remarks in
Observance of 9-11
(September 11, 2002)
ONE YEAR LATER,
CITIES ARE SAFER BUT STILL AWAIT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FROM WASHINGTON
(September 9, 2002) The nation’s cities are significantly safer than they were
one year ago, but mayors are still waiting for financial assistance from Washington to
help cover the massive costs they have incurred, ...
AKRON TO HOST
ANNUAL MARATHON BEGINNING IN 2003 WITH MORE THAN $60,000 IN PRIZE MONEY
(September 4, 2002) Some 5,000 marathon runners, including three relay teams from the
U.S., Canada and Mexico, are expected in Akron next year for the inaugural run of the Road
Runner Akron Marathon.
Akron and
Motorola Work Toward Automated 3-1-1 Phone System
(September 3, 2002) Customer Service Request System Designed to Increase
Productivity, Decrease Response Time
The City of
Akron and the Greater Akron 9-11 Remembrance Coalition Schedule of Events
(August 29, 2002) Liberty Garden : Keep Akron Beautiful has planted a Liberty
Garden of red, white, and blue flowers in memory of the victims of 9-11...
Press Statement:
City of Akron Department of Health
(August 28, 2002) West Nile Virus (WNV) and now, most likely, West Nile Disease has
been identified in Ohio. The City of Akron began larviciding in April and is continuing on
a regular schedule in all problem areas.
The Latest on the
West Nile Virus in Ohio
(August 15, 2002) The West Nile Virus has now been identified in Ohio. Here is an
update on our environmental health division’s activities regarding Akron mosquito
control.
Looking Back,
Giving Back, Moving Forward
Greater Akron will remember the importance of September 11 with a community-wide
tribute to victims of the terrorist attacks along with a celebration of American
Democracy, coordinated by a coalition of community organizations.
THE ROBERT
WOOD JOHNSON FOUNDATION AWARDS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL A GRANT FOR THE CHILDREN WHO WITNESS
VIOLENCE PROGRAM
(August 13, 2002) The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has awarded a $500,000 grant
to Children's Hospital Medical Center of Akron to launch the Summit County Children Who
Witness Violence Program.
Mayor
Plusquellic Speaks Out on Recent Urban Policy Report
(August 9, 2002) The News Release issued today by the Woodrow Wilson
International Center for Scholars does a disservice - - both to the City of Akron and to
anyone who would rely on such limited data to make a judgment about Akron's growth and
prosperity.
CITY TO
COMMEMORATE SEPTEMBER 11
(August 7, 2002) Mayor Don Plusquellic announced today that Akron would join cities around
the country in commemorating the events of September 11, 2001.
Statement from
Mayor Don Plusquellic Regarding City Budget
(August 7, 2002) Later today, I will be advising department heads city-wide of our
need to review all expenditures between now and the end of the year.
CITY AND LIBRARY
JOIN IN RIBBON CUTTING
(August 7, 2002) Mayor Don Plusquellic has announced plans for the ceremonial opening
of Akron's 13th and newest community center.
HISTORIC PARK
RESTORATION NEARLY COMPLETE
(July 24, 2002) Keep Akron Beautiful (KAB) and the City of Akron are completing the
historic restoration of a triangular parcel bounded by West Market, North and Valley
streets.
NEW DEVELOPER TO
WHITE POND PROJECT
(July 19, 2002) Plans are moving forward for an office park at Interstate 77 and White
Pond Drive.
CENTURY-OLD TREE
WILL STAY
(July 12, 2002) Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic today instructed city departments to take
reasonable steps to protect the hundred-year old white ash tree that stands at Elmdale
Avenue and West Exchange Street in West Akron.
Family
Services -- 2002 Bernard K. Frazier Award
Statement
by Mayor Don Plusquellic Regarding Cuyahoga River Quality
(July 5, 2002) A week ago, I promised to deliver to you this week, Akron’s plan
to address the issue of combined sewer overflows.
HUD TO RECOGNIZE
CITY OF AKRON
(July 01, 2002) The City of Akron has been notified by the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development that it will be recognized at a ceremony July 25, 2002.
Questions and
Answers Concerning Cuyahoga River Water Quality
(July 1, 2002) The following has been produced to answer questions you may have
in light of recent inaccurate published reports concerning the quality of water in the
Cuyahoga River.
MAYOR’S
POSITION ON CUYAHOGA RIVER ISSUE INCORRECTLY REPORTED
(June 27, 2002) Mayor Don Plusquellic today responded to a second, inaccurate
report published over two consecutive days by the Akron Beacon Journal...
2002 Aero Expo
(June 17, 2002) The Defenders of Freedom Air Show arrived in Akron June 15-16,
2002 with military, vintage and civilian aircraft ...
Mayor Don
Plusquellic Elected Chairman of Advisory Council
Landmark Fire
Station Back Into Duty
(June 12, 2002) The City of Akron and a company known as 57 South Broadway Associates,
LLC have reached agreement for the renovation of the former Fire Station Number One
located on South Broadway Street near Mill Street.
MAYOR ORDERING
CHANGES IN DISPATCH SYSTEM
(June 6, 2002) Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic today announced disciplinary action and
ordered changes in the City’s emergency dispatch center.
C. WM. KECK, M.D.
TO RETIRE AFTER 27 YEARS
(June 6, 2002) Since 1976, C. William Keck, M.D. has served the people of Akron as the
director of public health. Today he announced he plans to retire.
Mayor Accepts
Donation From Target Corporation
(May 24, 2002) Target Corporation representatives present Mayor Don Plusquellic
with a contribution to the City Parks and Recreation program.
Statement of Mayor
Don Plusquellic May 22, 2002
(May 22, 3002) It appears that the Court's 2-1 decision is the first attempt by any
federal court in the United States to uphold campaign finance limits as low as those
defined in the Charter Amendment adopted by Akron voters.
Safe Kids
Donate New Bicycle to Akron Police Department
(May 8, 2002) Mayor Don Plusquellic with Kim Trowbridge, president of Summit
County Safe Kids Coalition, Akron Police Chief Michael Matulavich and students Robert...
Neighborhood
Partnership Program Awards 46 Grants for 2002
(May 6, 2002) For the fourth consecutive year, the City of Akron and the Akron
Community Foundation are continuing the Neighborhood Partnership Program.
Mayor and County
Executive Name Panel to Study Sales Tax Issue
(Apr 17, 2002) Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic and Summit County Executive James McCarthy
today announced the appointment of five experts to a study panel - - charged with
reviewing the requirements for placing a sales tax increase to support school construction
before voters this fall.
Income Tax Filing
Deadline (City of Akron)
(Apr 15, 2002) The filing deadline for 2001 Akron Income Tax returns is Tuesday, April
30th. All Akron residents born before ...
City of Akron,
Ohio Celebrates National Community Development Week
(Apr 5, 2002) For over 25 years, the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program
has assisted in the positive development of the City of Akron, Ohio. Many neighborhoods
have been stabilized through housing rehabilitation programs and capital improvement
investments keeping Akron’s housing market one of the most affordable in the United
States.
AKRON ANNOUNCES
AGREEMENT TO SETTLE CASE
(Apr 5, 2002) The City of Akron and Akron Regional Landfill, Incorporated (ARLI) have
signed a letter of understanding that will close the Fountain Street Transfer Facility as
a permitted solid waste facility within three years from the date a formal, written
agreement is negotiated.
DEFENDERS OF
FREEDOM AERO EXPO COMES TO AKRON
(Apr 3, 2002) Military Aviation Preservation Society to Host at Akron Fulton Airport
POLYMER-BASED HIGH
TECH DENTISTRY FIRM MOVING NJ FACILITIES HERE
(Apr 1, 2002) A recognized leader in the manufacturing and design of dental products
headquartered in Mahwah, New Jersey is moving its Mahwah facilities to Akron.
MAYOR TO FORTIFY
SMALL BUSINESS CONNECTIONS WITH ADMINISTRATIVE MOVE
(Mar 22, 2002) Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic today announced two changes in his
administrative cabinet:
NYC Firefighter
Tours the City of Akron
(Mar 3, 2002) The United States Conference of Mayors sponsored weekend getaways for
New York City firefighters March 1-3, 2002.
AGREEMENT WITH FRED
MARTIN CHEVROLET REBUILDS DOWNTOWN DEALERSHIP, REJUVENATES NEIGHBORHOOD
(Feb 21, 2002) The acquisition today of a landmark Chevrolet auto dealership near
downtown by Fred Martin Chevrolet Inc. has created an opportunity for the City of Akron to
bring about significant improvements to an aging neighborhood.
CITY OF AKRON
PASSES 2002 CAPITAL INVESTMENT & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
(Feb 19, 2002) The 2002 Capital Investment & Community Development Program totals
$215.1 million.
City of Akron
Awarding $298,000 in Emergency Shelter Grant Funds
(Feb 8, 2002) Mayor Don Plusquellic announced today the City of Akron's proposed award of
$298,000 in Emergency Shelter Grant funds.
City of Akron
Awarding $555,000 to Social Service Programs
(Feb 8, 2002) Mayor Don Plusquellic announced the City of Akron's proposed award of
$555,000 in Community Development Block Grant Funds to be distributed among local agencies
to assist local residents in the housing development areas of the City.
NEW HOUSING REHAB
AND NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
(Feb 1, 2002) Mayor Don Plusquellic has unveiled plans for the redevelopment of
another Akron neighborhood.
CITY TO DEMOLISH
BROADWAY STREET VIADUCT
(Jan 23, 2002) The City of Akron is planning on demolishing the Broadway Viaduct, and
subsequently constructing an at-grade roadway.
State of The City
Presentation
(Jan 15, 2002) Don Plusquellic, Mayor of Akron, Ohio...
Salt Lake
2002 Olympic Torch Relay Photos
(Jan 8, 2002)
- CITY TO RESURFACE WEST EXCHANGE
STREET
(Jan 7, 2002)The City of Akron is preparing to resurface West Exchange Street from Hawkins
Avenue to Maple Street.
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