Digital Sea has connected over 4,000 Cleveland households this year, but council members demand clearer evidence and verification of subscriber counts amid ongoing concerns about service gaps and customer satisfaction.
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Digital Sea reports growth but auditors and council press for clearer subscriber verification
At an Oct. 30 Utilities Committee hearing, Digital Sea reported increases in household sign-ups and training numbers but city auditors and council members pressed the nonprofit for clearer evidence of who is connected, how numbers are verified, coverage gaps by ward, and risks tied to third-party backhaul and customer service practices.
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November 1, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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Cleveland is taking a stand for safer streets by proposing to lower the speed limit on Lake Avenue to 30 mph, aiming to reduce traffic injuries and fatalities as part of its Vision Zero initiative.
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Cleveland asks ODOT to lower Lake Avenue speed limit to 30 mph as part of Vision Zero work
The committee approved a resolution asking the Ohio Department of Transportation to declare a 30 mph speed limit on Cleveland’s portion of Lake Avenue between W. 100th/17th Street and Detroit Avenue, citing a local speed study and Vision Zero goals to reduce deaths and serious injuries.
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October 31, 2025 at 2:39 AM
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Cleveland City Council made waves on Oct. 27 by adopting a sweeping package of emergency ordinances, including landmark designations and new affordable housing initiatives.
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Council approves multiple emergency ordinances and resolutions in large legislative package
On Oct. 27 the council suspended rules and placed multiple departmental ordinances and resolutions on final passage, adopting numerous items by recorded roll call votes (most recorded as 14 or 15 ayes). The package included landmark designations, public-works and utilities contracts, park renaming, collective bargaining amendments, and speed-limit/
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October 31, 2025 at 2:37 AM
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Residents are demanding urgent lead testing and services for affected families after serious concerns were raised about the Rainbow Terrace incident and the closure of vital youth services.
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Advocates press council on lead testing, Rainbow Terrace investigation and youth-service capacity
Public commenters asked the city to test Rainbow Terrace residents for lead exposure, noted Millennium Group’s HUD contract removal, and criticized the closure of Northpointe youth services as a loss of capacity for young adults.
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October 31, 2025 at 2:36 AM
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Cleveland's council just approved a crucial $120,000 boost to help 18 high-risk families secure childcare, paving the way for parents to stay in school or work!
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Council approves $120,000 ARPA amendment to help 18 high‑need families afford childcare
Cleveland council committee approved an amendment to add $120,000 to an existing ARPA‑funded scholarship program administered by Starting Point. The funds target 18 high‑need households (25 children) who lacked other subsidy options; council members pressed staff for ward‑level data, program duration and sustainability beyond year‑end.
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October 31, 2025 at 1:17 AM
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Cleveland's ambitious plan for safer streets and greener transportation is on hold as council members demand more clarity on funding and project locations before the next steps are taken.
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Committee holds Cleveland Moves implementation ordinance after questions on outreach and match funding
Committee members pressed city planning staff on ward briefings, project locations and the local match for a federal CMAQ award that would fund high‑comfort bicycle and pedestrian connections and a pilot electric refuse vehicle program. The ordinance was temporarily held and referred to the Finance Committee for further briefings.
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October 31, 2025 at 1:06 AM
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Cleveland's committee just approved a refinancing deal that could save taxpayers $4.3 million on water pollution control bonds while also greenlighting crucial sewer projects to keep the city's infrastructure thriving.
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Council committee approves bond code change to enable OWDA refinancing; sewer contracts and capital projects authorized
Committee approved amendments to allow participation in an OWDA refinancing projected to save about $4.3 million over 20 years, and authorized standard as‑needed and capital sewer replacement contracts and projects funded primarily with bond proceeds.
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October 31, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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Cleveland's council is sounding the alarm as SNAP benefits face a looming disruption, leaving many in need; urgent action is being taken to mobilize food resources and support.
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Council hears urgency as SNAP interruption threatens food access; members urge 211 and partnership with food banks
Committee members discussed the looming interruption of SNAP benefits and urged constituent outreach, coordination with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, and use of 211 to connect residents to emergency food resources. Council asked staff to share information and requested potential letters to state and federal officials.
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October 31, 2025 at 12:07 AM
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Cleveland residents are demanding that the Browns settlement funds prioritize community benefits and ensure public programming thrives on the lakefront, not just profit for the team.
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Residents, organizers urge council to secure lakefront community uses amid Browns settlement debate
Public commenters and community organizers told Cleveland City Council the Browns settlement and lakefront plans should preserve public programming and generate direct revenue for residents, citing summer North Coast Yard activities and concerns about private gains.
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October 30, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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Cleveland council members are racing against the clock to ensure food reaches residents as SNAP benefits face imminent disruption due to the federal shutdown.
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Council members discuss rapid response as SNAP benefit disruptions loom on Nov. 1
Council members urged emergency measures to help residents impacted by a federal government shutdown and the expected interruption of SNAP benefits, discussing transfers to food banks, relaxation of reimbursement rules, and rapid-distribution strategies.
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October 30, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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Cleveland's Utilities Committee just approved four emergency ordinances aimed at saving ratepayers millions while upgrading vital sewer infrastructure!
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Cleveland utilities committee approves four emergency ordinances to refinance debt, align sewer contracts and authorize sewer projects
The Cleveland City Council Utilities Committee on Aug. 23 approved four emergency ordinances to refinance water pollution control debt through the Ohio Water Development Authority, align short-term sewer contracts and authorize multiple sewer replacement and rehabilitation projects across the city.
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October 26, 2025 at 7:26 PM
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Residents are demanding change in Cleveland's policing practices after alarming accounts of police nonresponse and concerns over the governance of district policing committees.
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Residents raise concerns about district policing committee, police response and informant use
Public commenters at the Cleveland City Council meeting said district policing committees are not being respected, recounted a traffic incident where police declined action, and raised concerns about police informants and historical COINTELPRO tactics.
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October 26, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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Cleveland City Council has officially designated the Tamir Rice Butterfly Memorial as a landmark, honoring the relentless advocacy of Samaria Rice and the community.
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Council designates Tamir Rice Butterfly Memorial a Cleveland landmark; family and advocates praised
Cleveland City Council voted to designate the Tamir Rice Butterfly Memorial as a city landmark and several councilmembers formally recognized Samaria Rice and community advocates at the meeting.
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October 26, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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Cleveland City Council stands firm for students, urging negotiations to restore access to the culturally vital WCSB 89.3 FM—an institution that shapes the city's musical identity.
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Council backs students and community over WCSB 89.3 FM dispute, urges IdeaStream and CSU to negotiate
Cleveland City Council and speakers at the public meeting criticized the takeover of WCSB’s frequency and urged IdeaStream and Cleveland State University to restore student access to 89.3 FM; council adopted a resolution supporting students and station members.
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October 26, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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Cleveland City Council made headlines by approving significant ordinances, including a settlement with the Browns and landmark designations for the Tamir Rice Butterfly Memorial.
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Cleveland City Council approves multiple ordinances and resolutions, including Browns settlement and landmark designations
At its meeting, Cleveland City Council unanimously approved a package of ordinances and resolutions, including a settlement term sheet related to the Cleveland Browns relocation, three landmark designations and several departmental contracts and appointments. Most final-passage votes recorded 16 yeas.
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October 26, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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The Tamir Rice Butterfly Memorial has officially been designated a Cleveland landmark, honoring its profound cultural and historical significance within the community.
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Tamir Rice Butterfly Memorial designated as Cleveland landmark by committee
A committee approved Ordinance 1084-2025 to designate the Tamir Rice Butterfly Memorial in Cadell Commons as an individual Cleveland landmark. Family members and landmarks staff described the memorial's history, design and community significance.
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October 26, 2025 at 4:15 AM
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Cleveland is set to transform its streets with 15 miles of high-comfort bikeways and electrified refuse vehicles, thanks to a newly approved CMAQ grant!
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Committee approves CMAQ-funded bikeways and refuse-truck electrification plan; ordinance amended to fix spending cap and attach executive summary
The committee approved Ordinance 1218-2025 to implement a CMAQ grant for high-comfort bikeways, pedestrian improvements and a pilot to electrify refuse vehicles. The ordinance was amended to specify a not-to-exceed amount ($6,815,532) and to attach the executive summary; construction funds are available beginning state fiscal year 2030 (2029 start)
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October 26, 2025 at 3:30 AM
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Cleveland City Council is taking a hard look at a proposed $100 million settlement with the Haslam Sports Group as the Browns prepare to move to Brook Park, but they want more details before making a decision.
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Cleveland holds public hearing on $100 million settlement with Haslam Sports Group as Browns plan move to Brook Park
A special Cleveland City Council committee hearing on Oct. 20 set the framework to vet a proposed settlement with the Haslam Sports Group that would deliver $100 million to the city, fund lakefront work and require Haslam to demolish the stadium. Council did not vote and demanded the full settlement agreement, more financial detail and defined, ver
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October 26, 2025 at 3:13 AM
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The finance committee has approved a key amendment to the North Coast Connector project, clarifying contract language and striking a significant $5,000,000 funding line.
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Committee approves clerical amendment to North Coast Connector contract; funding line removed
The finance committee approved an emergency ordinance amending language in a contract with Osborne Engineering for the North Coast Connector (lakefront pedestrian bridge), striking a previously requested $5,000,000 funding line and clarifying the document calls it a second amendment rather than a fourth modification.
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October 26, 2025 at 12:57 AM
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Cleveland's Transportation and Mobility Committee just took a crucial step toward enhancing bike and pedestrian safety with a powerful presentation from Bike Cleveland on alarming crash statistics.
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Bike Cleveland Presents Annual Bicyclist and Pedestrian Crash Report to City Council
Council hears vital data on pedestrian and cyclist safety from Bike Cleveland advocates.
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October 3, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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Cleveland City Council is tackling the pressing issue of bicycle safety and traffic law compliance, highlighting the urgent need for better education and infrastructure for cyclists.
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Cleveland Council Discusses Bicycle Safety and Traffic Law Education Initiatives
Council members emphasize the need for better education on bicycle traffic laws and safety.
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October 3, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Cleveland's Safety Committee reveals groundbreaking advancements in police training by reviewing 300 use of force cases, emphasizing the power of in-person learning for real-world scenarios.
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Cleveland Police Department Enhances Use of Force Training with In-Person Scenarios
Cleveland reviews 300 use of force cases, focusing on in-person training effectiveness.
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October 1, 2025 at 2:04 AM
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Cleveland's Safety Committee is paving the way for a more effective and community-focused police force, tackling technology's role in policing while ensuring safety standards are met.
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Cleveland Council Discusses Police Department Progress and Community Safety Strategies
Cleveland officials commit to improving police compliance and community safety through technology.
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October 1, 2025 at 2:03 AM
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Cleveland's City Council is taking bold steps to enhance public safety and attract new police recruits—are they on the right track?
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Cleveland City Council Public Safety Committee Reviews Seventeenth Semiannual Monitor Report
Committee receives update from interim monitor Christine Cole on police division compliance.
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October 1, 2025 at 2:02 AM
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Cleveland's City Council is tackling urgent police staffing shortages and community safety concerns, revealing the challenges that lie ahead for law enforcement in the city.
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Cleveland City Council Addresses Staffing Gaps and Oversight in Community Policing
Council members discuss police staffing challenges and community relations amid monitoring expenses.
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October 1, 2025 at 2:01 AM
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