Contact: Dr. Joan M. Williams
jwilliams@akronohio.gov or 330-375-2258
Published: 01-10-2024
Akron City Council Hosts Ward 1 Townhall on
Wednesday, January 17th at 6:00 p.m.
Akron, Ohio, January 10, 2024 – Akron City Council is inviting Ward 1 residents to join them for a town hall on Wednesday, January 17th at 6:00.p.m at The HÜG Place (133 Merriman Rd.) The meeting will provide an in-person opportunity for residents to share their thoughts, concerns and ideas about the attributes and experience they would like to see in the New Ward 1 representative.
“Akron City Council is creating space to hear from the residents of Ward 1 as we transition to a new season of representation”, said Council President Margo Sommerville. “We recognize that change presents challenges, but despite the challenges, we are embracing the opportunity to select a leader who will continue the legacy of excellent representation of which our residents are so deserving.”
The town hall will take place on Wednesday, January 17th at 6:00.p.m at The HÜG Place (133 Merriman Rd.) Those who are unable to attend can share their thoughts with the Selection Committee by contacting Council President Margo Sommerville at ward3@akronohio.gov.
The Ward meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 10th at The Highland Square Branch of Akron Summit Public Library is canceled.
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