What should Akron do about housing? Unify Akron has recommendations
Delegates were acutely aware the city had no obligation to implement their proposals, given that Unify Akron does not hold any lawmaking power outright. Yet Akron Mayor Shammas Malik emphasized the importance of building reform “from the bottom up,” adding his administration’s commitment to review progress toward implementation of the “Plan of the People” every six months for two and a half years.
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
North Hill embraces diversity, sits at center of Akron’s immigrant community
Asian immigrants, among others, halted a population decline and now a new North High School is on the way.
‘Friendly’ Summit Lake sees rebound with new residents, recreation investments
Neighborhood is home to 3,000 residents and Akron’s largest body of water.
Cascade Valley community identity shaped by its history and potential
Central Akron area connects to downtown, seven other neighborhoods and was home to a prominent jazz scene in the early 1900s.