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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Akron public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Leaf Pickup
Akron's yearly leaf collection is shaking things up starting November 9 by ditching the old ward schedules in favor of 48-hour street sign warnings. If you miss the sign, you might miss your chance to get your leaves cleared.
Streetlight Maintenance
Tired of stumbling in the dark? Akron is rolling out a timeline for fixing broken streetlights in Merriman Hills and showing residents how to report dead bulbs.
Streetlight Repairs
Akron residents have been left in the dark for over three years waiting for a simple streetlight fix on Palisades Drive. If you've got a busted light on your block, it's time to learn the proper channels to finally get the city's attention.
State of the City address
Akron Mayor Shammas Malik just laid out his big plans for the year, focusing on teamwork and tackling local issues together. It's basically the city's roadmap for where your tax dollars and local efforts are actually going.