Akron approves nearly $313,000 to demolish 11 condemned commercial properties
Eleven commercial properties have been slated for demolition throughout Akron for failing to maintain minimum standards for safety. Akron City Council approved two contracts to take down the 11 properties: one with Ray Bertolini Trucking Co. to demolish five of the properties at a cost of $213,050 and one with Butcher & Son Excavating to tear down the remaining six at a cost of $99,720, for a total of $312,770.
Akron’s community calendar
Looking for things to do in Akron? Signal Akron’s events calendar is your go-to guide for what’s happening across the city each week. From family-friendly festivals and outdoor concerts to art exhibits, food truck rallies, and neighborhood block parties, we’ve gathered events that showcase the energy and creativity of our community.
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Inside Akron’s 24 neighborhoods
Neighbors help neighbors to improve their East Akron community
Joy Park, South Arlington Street corridor and the East Akron Labor Day Parade provide anchors for residents.
Ellet, Akron’s largest neighborhood, started on its own in early 1800s
Besides 19,000 residents, visitors can also find Derby Downs, Goodyear Airdock and the Akron Skate Park in this community.
‘Sleeper’ community of Fairlawn Heights blends old and new
Why move to the ’burbs when you can get an historic home in Akron?
