This article is part of the 2025 General Election Voters' Guide produced in partnership with the League of Women Voters of the Akron Area.

Becki Kovach is running for the Reminderville City Council. (
Becki Kovach is running for the Reminderville City Council. (Photo courtesy of Becki Kovach)

Becki Kovach

Nonpartisan

Previous public office: City Council

Campaign email address: Beckikovach@gmail.com

Campaign phone: 216-990-9650

Training/experience: Over 20 years municipal experience. On council since 2017.

Why are you the best candidate for the office?

I am the best candidate for City Council because I bring over 20 years of hands-on municipal experience combined with 8 years of proven service on Council. Since 2005, I have worked in municipal government, gaining extensive knowledge of operations, finance, and the challenges cities face every day. Since joining Council in 2017, I have applied that expertise to make informed, thoughtful decisions that support residents and strengthen our community. My background allows me to understand both the administrative and legislative sides of local government, ensuring I can continue to provide knowledgeable, effective leadership for our city.

What are the top priorities you seek to address once in office?

My top priorities are to continue keeping our roads and infrastructure in excellent condition through ongoing maintenance and long-term planning, while also ensuring the city remains financially strong through responsible budgeting. I will continue to focus on flood prevention and mitigation, where the city has already made great strides, and will continue to pursue every grant opportunity available to support this critical work. I am committed to supporting our safety forces so they have the resources and training needed to keep our community safe. In addition, I will continue strengthening community communication and enhancing city services so residents stay informed, connected, and supported. By focusing on these areas, I will help ensure our city remains safe, financially secure, and a wonderful place to live.

What strategies will you use to accomplish those priorities?

I will accomplish these priorities by working closely with residents, city staff, the Mayor and council to plan ahead and make informed decisions. For roads and infrastructure, I will support proactive maintenance schedules and long-term capital planning. For finances, I will continue practicing responsible budgeting to maintain stability while investing in essential services. On flood prevention and mitigation, I will build on the strides the city has already made and actively pursue every available grant to reduce costs for the city while improving protections. I will also support our safety forces by ensuring they have the training, equipment, and resources needed to protect our community. Finally, I will strengthen community communication and city services by promoting transparency, encouraging resident feedback, and expanding outreach so residents feel informed and supported. 

Mark Kondik

Nonpartisan

Editor’s note: The candidate did not respond to requests for information.

Victoria Jeromos

Nonpartisan

Editor’s note: The candidate did not respond to requests for information.

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Zake has deep roots in Northeast Ohio journalism. She was the managing editor for multimedia and special projects at the Akron Beacon Journal, where she began work as a staff photographer in 1986. Over a 20-year career, Zake worked in a variety of roles across departments that all help inform her current role as Signal Akron's editor in chief. Most recently, she was a journalism professor and student media adviser at Kent State University, where she worked with the next generation of journalists to understand public policy, environmental reporting, data and solutions reporting. Among her accomplishments was the launch of the Kent State NewsLab, an experiential and collaborative news commons that connects student reporters with outside professional partners.