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)
- transparencyFran Wilson advocates for reforming the Akron City Council's back-room appointment process to ensure residents are not cut out of local government decisions.Related votes
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 28
- Total speaking time
- 1:17:30
- Avg per meeting
- 2:46
- Segments
- 1278
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Top issues during term (5)(Taxes Budget)
Green v. City of Akron Settlement Bond Financing
Adds $4,750,000 in debt service obligations funded through existing property tax allocations.
Changes to Public Assistance Work Requirements and Case Management
Loss of benefits for non-compliant recipients starting in June, impacting local community safety net.
ARPA Grant Fund Administration and Oversight
$25,000 grant allocation under review.
2026 City Operating Budget and Reserves
Allocates city operating funds and capital outlays for the 2026 fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.
2026 Capital Investment Budget
Involves tens of millions of dollars in capital investments across the city.
Decisions during term (0)
Recorded while Wilson was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
No decisions found matching Taxes Budget.
Voting record (0)(Taxes Budget)
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