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The Merriman Valley is Hoppin’!

I’ve said this a number of times and still believe it’s true, that the Merriman Valley is the single largest economic developement opportunity we have in Ward 8. There’s so much potential for Eco-Tourism with the Ohio & Erie Towpath Trail, the Cuyahoga River and as the Gateway to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. And considering that…

Property Tax Increases; What Can You Do About It?

Outlandish! Insane! Are these people crazy? I’ve been getting emails and calls like this from residents about the recent property tax increases and those some of the nicer comments! Look I get it, my taxes went up a lot too, and it’s frustrating as we don’t have any control here. So why did they go up? Is it the city, the county or the…

500 Water Main Breaks and Pending Street Repairs

I think most of us have been affected by a water main break this year, there’s been one on my street and numerous breaks in Ward 8 and throughout the City. According to Akron’s Director of Public Service, Chris Ludle, we’re on track for a record 500 breaks in 2026. This is partially due to the extreme cold and high heat, but…

Time Traveler Records, George’s Lounge and South Point Tavern

Instead of highlighting one Ward 8 business this month I’ve decided to talk about three different businesses two that are moving into the Ward and one that is moving about a mile away.Many of you remember the Upside Down Smoke Shop that suddenly appeared in the Merriman Valley and the time it took to close this vape shop down, ( with help…

Message from the Councilman

I hope this summer has treated you well so far, but I am struggling to figure out where the time has gone. From days of blistering heat to wild storms and some beautiful summer days in between, July has pretty much had it all. I’ve been busy at City Hall, putting in requests for the 2027 Capital Budget Ward 8 projects. All Council members submit these and the planning department evaluates them( with some lobbying on my end) to become action items for 2027. I’ve…

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The Merriman Valley is Hoppin’!

Property Tax Increases; What Can You Do About It?

500 Water Main Breaks and Pending Street Repairs

Time Traveler Records, George’s Lounge and South Point Tavern

Message from the Councilman