Cleveland City Council

The Cleveland Commission on Black Women and Girls will present a screening of "Belonging Beyond Brown," on Monday, June 22, 2026, from 5:30–8:30 pm, at the Third Space Reading Room, 1464 E. 105th Street.

Uncover the lasting impact of social, political and judicial structures surrounding Black students, educators, and their communities before and after the groundbreaking 1954 Brown v. Board of Education ruling.

Produced by the Morehouse Center for Excellence in Education.

https://belongingbeyondbrown.com/

Today, Cleveland City Council proudly honors Juneteenth, a milestone in American history commemorating the end of slavery. As we observe this day, we reflect on our journey toward justice, freedom, and equality while acknowledging there is still more work to do. Let’s continue striving to build a more equitable future for all.

Councilwoman Deborah Gray joined Third District officers and Community Relations for a walk through the Broadway and Cable neighborhood. They connected with residents, listening to their concerns and answering questions. Check out the photos below:

Congratulations to Councilman Kevin Conwell on receiving the 20 year Fatherhood Trailblazer Award from the Cuyahoga County Fatherhood Initiative! A well-deserved award!

A Heat Advisory has been issued and remains in effect through Thursday. As temperatures continue to rise, cooling centers have been activated to help residents stay safe and comfortable. View the locations and hours of operation, and check out a few tips for staying safe in the heat.

Thanks to City Council, Mayor Bibb’s drastic on-street parking rate hikes earlier this year are coming to an end. The Mayor’s failed parking fee experiment ignored the needs of everyday Clevelanders and threatened to make downtown a place where only the well-off could afford to go.

It’s a shame the Mayor didn’t listen to Clevelanders hurt by his rate increases and instead chose to let Council’s rate cuts take effect without his signature.

Join Councilwoman Jasmin Santana for a community listening session dedicated to preventing violence and enhancing neighborhood safety on Cleveland’s near West Side.

One Last Reminder - TONIGHT bring your ideas & challenges!
Cuyahoga County of Violence Prevention & Ward 14 Council Office Want to Hear From You! Together we are hosting a community listening session focused on violence prevention and neighborhood safety on Cleveland’s near west side.

The event will be a roundtable discussion where residents can share the types of violence and safety concerns they are seeing in their neighborhoods.

The goal is to help inform the County about the unique challenges residents are experiencing in this area and identify what specific supports and resources are needed.

We’ve invited organizations from across the neighborhood to participate, and the event will conclude with the creation of a “Hope Document” outlining goals and priorities for the Ward.

📅 Date: June 3, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
📍Location: 3335 W.25th
🚗 Parking Information: Park in the MetroHealth Visitor Parking Garage (parking validation will be provided)

145 years ago today, June 3, 1881, the City of Cleveland hired its first Black police officer, Patrolman William M. Tucker. He was appointed following a unanimous vote of the city's Board of Public Safety. Tucker served as a Cleveland Police Officer for 22 years. Read more about Patrolman Tucker at the Cleveland Police Museum. Hat tip to for the reminder.

Patrolman William M. Tucker, #45: Cleveland’s First Black Police Officer Wiggins’ research revealed that Officer Tucker headed north after the Civil War. On the way, he met Colonel John F. Herrick, Commander of the Twelfth Ohio Calvary.   Colonel Herrick offered Tucker a job cleaning up around camp.   A friendship developed and Herrick invited Tucker to travel with...

PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD ON DESIGNATED OUTDOOR REFRESHMENT AREA (DORA) FOR PLAYHOUSE SQUARE

On April 27, 2026, an application was filed with the Council of the City of Cleveland by the Playhouse Square Foundation for a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (the “Playhouse Square DORA”.) Ordinance No. 557-2026.

The application is on file in the office of the Clerk of Council and is available for inspection by the public between 9 am and 4 pm weekdays.

A public hearing will be held within the Playhouse Square DORA:

Date: June 18, 2026
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: The Idea Center – 2d Floor Boardroom
Address: 1375 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115