Ward 1 Council Member· 2025–2027

Fran Wilson

Akron

About

Fran Wilson's campaign focuses heavily on improving local government transparency, addressing the needs of Akron's Ward 1, and reforming exclusionary council practices such as the back-room appointment process. As a historic out-LGBTQ+ council member, her platform emphasizes inclusive representation and giving residents a stronger voice in city decisions.

Campaign promises (1)

transparency
Fran Wilson advocates for reforming the Akron City Council's back-room appointment process to ensure residents are not cut out of local government decisions.
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Term ending Dec 31, 2027.

Voice

Meetings spoken in: 28
Total speaking time: 1:17:30
Avg per meeting: 2:46
Segments: 1278

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Council Vacancy Appointment Rules and Transparency

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