At-Large Council Member· At-large; elected Nov 2023 (current term starts Jan 1 2024 (city cycle: terms begin Jan 1 after the November election, per akroncitycouncil.org member pages); ends Dec 31 2027 but seat vacated early). Resigned effective March 31, 2026 (Signal Akron; Akron Beacon Journal guest column Mar 8 2026). Seat filled by council appointment Apr 27 2026 (Mark Greer).
Jeff Fusco
Akron
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 10
- Total speaking time
- 56:21
- Avg per meeting
- 5:38
- Segments
- 737
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Top issues during term (20)
Municipal Surveillance Technology Oversight
Unknown costs related to increased digital data storage capacity for body camera footage.
Water Main Breaks and Lead-Free Infrastructure Progress
Average residential water bills will increase by about $5 per month, with infrastructure fees rising from $9 to $12.
Commercial Demolition and Neighborhood Revitalization
Potential allocation for code enforcement and landscape assistance programs.
Public Safety Staffing and Police Oversight Board Funding
Adjusts board compensation and allocates resources within public safety and oversight functions.
Housing Affordability and Homelessness Services
$300,000 allocated from HOME funds.
Residential Infrastructure and Sewer Maintenance Accountability
Potential long-term impacts on utility rates and municipal liability for sewer repairs.
Police Accountability and Oversight Board Appointments
Involves city expenditures on police settlements and use of force accountability initiatives.
Downtown Akron Vitality and Construction Impacts
Generates new downtown tax revenue and supports local commercial occupancy.
Winter Road Maintenance and Safety
Changes to Public Assistance Work Requirements and Case Management
Loss of benefits for non-compliant recipients starting in June, impacting local community safety net.
Immigrant Community Protections and Sanctuary City Discussion
Unknown impact on federal grant funding.
Emergency Medical Services Equipment Maintenance
Expenditures for two new ambulances and medical equipment.
Regional Job Creation and Tax Sharing MOU
Mitigates financial loss from inter-municipal business relocation through revenue sharing.
Merriman Valley Land Use and Zoning Concerns
Potential litigation costs for the city.
Proposed Defense Education Training Facility at 1928 Eastwood Avenue
Residents estimate a 5% to 15% decrease in surrounding property values.
ARPA Grant Fund Administration and Oversight
$25,000 grant allocation under review.
Akron Zoo Pride of Africa Exhibit Expansion
Projected to increase zoo attendance past 500,000 annual guests and drive countywide economic growth; existing trees valued at approximately $142,000 in ecosystem services.
Spring Hill Apartment Pest Infestations and Housing Conditions
Potential increased inspection costs and penalties for landlords.
Preservation of Historic Bowen School Building
Preservation costs and potential redevelopment expenses uncalculated.
Proposed Marijuana Dispensary at 1140 W. Portage Trail
Generates tax revenue for the city but raises concerns about property value depreciation for nearby residents.
Decisions during term (135)
Recorded while Fusco was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
Consent Agenda Approval
Resolution Adopting 2026 Operating Budget
Ordinance Making Annual Appropriations for 2026
Resolution Acknowledging Retirement of Councilman Jeff Fusco
Ordinance Accepting EPA Grant for Wetland Plan
Ordinance for WRF Secondary Treatment Electrical Improvements
Ordinance Authorizing WPCLF Loan for WRF Project
Ordinance for Prentice Park Basketball Court Resurfacing
Ordinance for TomTod Ideas Creative Akron Summer Program
Resolution Declaring April 2026 as Fair Housing Month
ORDINANCE ratifying the actions of the Director of Public Service, or his
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
Resolution Honoring Melvin Blake
Consent Agenda Approval
Resolution on Police Body-Worn Camera Look-Back
ORDINANCE authorizing the Mayor, or his designee, to enter into a contract or contracts, without the formality of publicly advertising for bids, with Governmentjobs.com, Inc., dba NEOGOV, for the purchase of NEOGOV Human Resources Software…
RESOLUTION approving and confirming the appointments and/or reappointments of Mayor Shammas Malik, Chris Ludle, Kyle Julien, Helen Tomic, Margo Sommerville, Tina Boyes, and Fran Wilson for the year 2026 as
ORDINANCE authorizing the Director of Public Service, or his designee, to enter into a contract or contracts, after publicly advertising for bids, for the painting of fire hydrants in the City of Akron water service area; and declaring an…
ORDINANCE authorizing the Director of Public Service, or his designee to, if awarded, accept and expend grant funding from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and/or the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the rehabilitation…
Voting record (16)
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Ordinance Making Annual Appropriations for 2026
Resolution on Police Body-Worn Camera Look-Back
Raised concerns about unknown storage costs and budget uncertainty.