Ward 1 Council Member· Ward 1; appointed by council Feb 2024 to Nancy Holland's vacancy (Holland resigned Jan 5 2024, Signal Akron). Lost May 2025 primary to Fran Wilson; seat passed when Wilson was sworn Dec 1 2025 (WYSO). Appointment day Feb 2024 per Signal Akron (council deadline Feb 4).
Sam DeShazior
Akron
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