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The Public Meetings Report for the week of March 9 2026From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, news and highlights from the city’s budget hearings. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Bilal HakeemDestiniee JaramMaria ShuckahoseeTheir work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak, wiht help from Rachel Dissell, Lila Mils, and Mary Ellen Huesken. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. Show Notes:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Morning Session] Notes Feb. 20, 2026 General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Morning Session] Notes Feb. 23, 2026 General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Afternoon Session] Notes Feb. 24, 2026Everything you missed from Cleveland’s 2026 budget hearings By Cleveland Documenters Council questions golf course subsidies totaling almost $1 million By Cleveland DocumentersSidewalk repair, city HR functions come in for questioning from Cleveland City Council By Cleveland Documenters Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee HallWe have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall Recordings: General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Morning Session] Feb. 20, 2026 General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Morning Session] Feb. 23, 2026 General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Afternoon Session] Feb. 24, 2026

The Public Meetings Report for the week of March 2 2026From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, news and highlights from the first three days of the city’s budget hearings. Listen to learn more.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Bilal HakeemTommy OddoJamie HarmanTheir work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak, with help from Mary Ellen Huesken, Lila Mills, and Rachel Dissell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. SHOW NOTES:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Everything you missed from Cleveland’s 2026 budget hearings By Cleveland DocumentersGeneral Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Afternoon Session] Notes Feb. 17, 2026 General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Morning Session] Notes Feb. 18, 2026 General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Morning Session] Notes Feb. 19, 2026Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee HallWe have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall Recordings: General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Afternoon Session] Feb. 17, 2026 General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Morning Session] Feb. 18, 2026 General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Morning Session] Feb. 19, 2026

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Feb. 21, 2026From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, 15 critical social worker positions remain open at Cuyahoga County’s Division of Children and Family Services. Plus, members of Cleveland City Council address school closures, Cleveland Clinic expansion at ward community meetings. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Marvetta RutherfordJulia Brookover Sabrina AdamsAndrea Jones  Mikayla Coleman Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. SHOW NOTES:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Cuyahoga County Division of Children and Family Services Advisory Board Notes Feb. 4, 2026Ward 6 community meeting, Cleveland City Council Notes Feb. 10, 2026Ward 10 community meeting, Cleveland City Council Notes Feb. 10, 2026Cuyahoga County Council Notes, Feb. 10, 2026Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee HallWe have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall Division of Children and Family Services pulling fewer families ‘into system’ By Frank W. Lewis and Cleveland Documenters Here’s what you can do if a loved one is having a mental health crisis By Stephanie Casanova Cleveland Clinic pitches new trauma center to nearby East Side residents By Celia Hack Recordings: Cuyahoga County Council, Feb. 10, 2026

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Feb. 7, 2026. From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, RTA and city officials discuss parking on W. 25th St. Plus, the city makes its case to Cleveland City Council to close Burke Lakefront Airport. Learn more in this week’s episode.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Stephanie ManningJamie HarmanLori IngramTheir work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM.SHOW NOTES:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Board of Trustees, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority Notes Jan. 20, 2026Health, Human Services and Aging committee, Cuyahoga County Council Notes Jan. 21, 2026Transportation and Mobility committee, Cleveland City Council Notes, Jan. 21, 2026Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee HallWe have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall Mayor Justin Bibb still wants to close Burke Lakefront Airport, but what it could become is far from settled By Nick Castele Recordings: Board of Trustees, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority, Jan. 20, 2026Health, Human Services and Aging committee, Cuyahoga County Council, Jan. 21, 2026Transportation and Mobility committee, Cleveland City Council, Jan. 21, 2026

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Jan. 26, 2025From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, The Music Settlement visits Cleveland City Council looking for help finishing its expansion. Plus, the Cleveland Metropolitan School District discusses proposed changes to its school year calendar. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Ava CarubiaBilal Hakeem   Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. SHOW NOTES:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Health, Human Services and The Arts committee, Cleveland City Council Notes, Jan. 12, 2026Cleveland Metropolitan School District Board of Education Work Session Notes, Jan. 13, 2026CMSD teachers urge board to adjust Wilbur Wright proposed start times for Muslim students By Cleveland DocumentersMusic Settlement drums up support for $12 million University Circle expansion By Cleveland Documenters Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee HallWe have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall ‘We’re still here’: Cleveland health official says equity work will continue in spite of anti-DEI rules By Celia Hack CMSD’s merger plans are underway. Tell us how it’s going By Franziska Wild Recordings: Health, Human Services and The Arts committee, Cleveland City Council, Jan. 12, 2026Cleveland Metropolitan School District Board of Education Work Session, Jan. 13, 2026

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Jan. 19, 2025From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, RTA gives an update on how Browns’ stadium plans may affect public transit. Plus, the Beachland Ballroom is approved for landmark status. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Jamie HarmanMaria Shuckahosee  Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. Show Notes:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority committee meetings Notes, Jan. 6, 2026Cleveland Landmarks Commission Notes, Jan. 8, 2026 Beachland Ballroom nominated for Cleveland Landmark status By Cleveland Documenters RTA tees up $20 million of work to support new railcars By Cleveland Documenters Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee HallWe have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall Yes, there are microplastics in Lake Erie. Here’s what you need to know By Devin Nunnari Recordings: Committee meetings, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority, Jan. 6, 2026Cleveland Landmarks Commission, Jan. 8, 2026 

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Jan. 12, 2025From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland City Council swears in three new members in wards 7, 11, and 12. Plus, a local day care in a residential area is expanding its services. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Annie MaglicicChristina EasterTheir work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Cleveland City Council Notes, Jan. 5, 2026Cleveland Board of Zoning Appeals Notes, Jan. 5, 2026New Cleveland City Council term begins with cheers and a call for trust By Cleveland Documenters Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee HallWe have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. in Cleveland By Najee Hall Did Cuyahoga County raise your property tax too high? Now’s your chance to complain By Frank W. Lewis Recordings: Cleveland City Council, Jan. 5, 2026Cleveland Board of Zoning Appeals, Jan. 5, 2026

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Dec. 29, 2025From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, we’ll take a look back at some highlights of the many public comments residents have made at local government meetings in 2025. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Tommy OddoAntoinette WilliamsJamie HarmanKellie Morris The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. Show Notes:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Cuyahoga County Council Notes, Sept. 9. 2025Lakewood City Council Notes, Oct. 6, 2025Cleveland City Council Notes, Oct. 27, 2025Board of Education, Cleveland Metropolitan School District Notes, Dec. 9, 2025 Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee HallWe have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall Recordings: Cuyahoga County Council, Sept. 9. 2025Lakewood City Council, Oct. 6, 2025Cleveland City Council, Oct. 27, 2025Board of Education, Cleveland Metropolitan School District, Dec. 9, 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of December 29, 2025From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cuyahoga County Council approves its budget amid concerns and one no vote by Council members. Plus, RTA’s CEO India Birdsong-Terry addresses violence at stations. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Carly Elliott,Alicia MorelandAnna TruaxTheir work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. Show Notes:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Cuyahoga County Council Notes, Dec. 9, 2025Lead Safety Advisory Board Notes, Dec. 11, 2025Cleveland Landmarks Commission Notes, Dec. 11, 2025Two churches and Kamm’s Corner centerpiece in line for landmark status By Cleveland Documenters Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee HallWe have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall Recordings: Cuyahoga County Council, Dec. 9, 2025Lead Safety Advisory Board, Dec. 11, 2025Cleveland Landmarks Commission, Dec. 11, 2025

Earlier this month, Signal Cleveland reporters and Cleveland Documenters closely covered the Cleveland Metropolitan School District’s plan to merge and close dozens of schools. This episode of the Public Meetings Report brings you inside the meeting where the board approved that plan — including public comments from parents, teachers, and residents who spoke directly to district leaders before the unanimous vote. If you want to hear the key voices and understand the big takeaways in about five minutes, this episode is for you.The Documenter whose work contributed to this episode is: Kellie Morris.   Her work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. SHOW NOTES:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Board of Education, Cleveland Metropolitan School District Notes Dec. 9, 2025Parents, students voice concerns about plan to merge, close schools By Cleveland Documenters Signal Cleveland reporting: CMSD’s merger plans are underway. Tell us how it’s going By Franziska WildCMSD approved its school merger plan. Here’s what comes next By Franziska Wild CMSD board approves historic plan to consolidate schools By Franziska WildParents, students voice concerns about plan to merge, close schools By Franziska Wild‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee HallWe have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall Recordings: Board of Education, Cleveland Metropolitan School District, Dec. 9, 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Dec. 15, 2025From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland City Council approves a $100 million deal between the City of Cleveland and the Cleveland Browns. Plus, RTA changes its DEI policy to comply with federal orders. Learn more in this week’s episode.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Tucker HandleyMaria Shuckahosee  Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is a production of Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM.SHOW NOTES:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Cleveland City Council Notes Dec. 1, 2025Board of Trustees committees, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority Notes Dec. 2, 2025Greater Cleveland RTA removing DEI language to comply with federal requirements By Cleveland Documenters It’s a wrap! Council finishes for 2025 with Browns stadium deal, farewells to outgoing members By Cleveland Documenters Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee HallWe have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall Winter got an early start in Cleveland. Here are some places to find help By Signal Cleveland StaffRecordings: Cleveland City Council, Dec. 1, 2025Board of Trustees committees, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority Dec. 2, 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Dec. 8, 2025From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, The Cleveland Metroparks is closing the seals and sea lions exhibit. Plus, the Board of Zoning Appeals denies approval for a Tremont auto repair shop. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Julia BrookoverGayle GadisonLaurie RedmonTheir work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. Show Notes:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Board of Park Commissioners, Cleveland Metroparks Notes Nov. 20, 2025 Cleveland Board of Zoning Appeals Notes Nov. 24. 2025Cleveland City Council Notes Nov. 24, 2025 Metroparks tracking tax revenue; zoo to relocate seals and sea lions, repurpose exhibit By Cleveland Documenters Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee HallWe have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall Winter got an early start in Cleveland. Here are some places to find help By Signal Cleveland Staff‘It changed my boys’ life’: These parents are fighting for one of Cleveland’s smallest schools By Franziska Wild Recordings: Cleveland City Council November 24, 2025Cleveland Board of Zoning Appeals Nov. 24, 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Dec. 1, 2025From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, the family of Tanisha Anderson and Ward 7 Council member Stephanie Howse-Jones urge Council to pass Tanisha’s Law. Plus, disputes over budget amounts for the Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Department. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Tommy OddoMarvetta RutherfordHannah Morgan Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Cleveland residents push council on Tanisha’s Law, focus on crisis response By Cleveland Documenters Cleveland City Council Notes November 17, 2025Committee of the Whole, Cuyahoga County Council Notes November 17, 2025Board of Trustees, Cleveland Public Library Notes Nov. 18, 2025Cleveland Board of Building Standards and Zoning Appeals Notes Nov. 19. 2025Cleveland Public Theatre plans to expand marquee, add banners and lighting By Cleveland Documenters Are you at least 67 years young? The county has lowered minimum age for property tax assistance program By Cleveland Documenters Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘We have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall ‘It’s time for the next generation to shine’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Gayle Gadison By Najee Hall ‘It’s a part of the new me’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Angela Rush By Najee Hall Where to find free and affordable Thanksgiving meals and supplies in Cleveland in 2025 By Najee Hall  Recordings: Cleveland City Council November 17, 2025Committee of the Whole, Cuyahoga County Council November 17, 2025Board of Trustees, Cleveland Public Library Nov. 18, 2025Cleveland Board of Building Standards and Zoning Appeals Nov. 19. 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Nov. 24, 2025From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, RTA’s Board of Trustees reviews Shaker Square upgrades and gets a $9 million budget request to cover increases in health care costs in 2025.  Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Lori IngramMarvetta Rutherford,Janenell SmithTheir work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. Show Notes:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Board of Trustees’ Committee of the Whole, committee meetings, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority Notes Nov. 4, 2025Board of Commissioners, Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Notes Nov. 5, 2025 Ward 5 Community Meeting, Cleveland City Council Notes Nov. 6, 2025 MetroHealth, safety officials outline future plans and financial strains at packed county council meeting By Cleveland Documenters Fry that turkey outside! Firefighter offers holiday safety tips By Cleveland DocumentersCleveland residents push council on Tanisha’s Law, focus on crisis response By Cleveland Documenters Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘We have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall ‘It’s time for the next generation to shine’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Gayle Gadison By Najee Hall ‘It’s a part of the new me’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Angela Rush By Najee Hall Where to find free and affordable Thanksgiving meals and supplies in Cleveland in 2025 By Najee Hall  Recordings: Board of Trustees’ Committee of the Whole, committee meetings, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority Nov. 4, 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Nov. 18, 2025From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters.In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland Metropolitan School District CEO Warren Morgan announces recommendations for school closings and mergers he says will save the district $30 million per year in operating expenses. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Annie MaglicicAmber Neal Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. SHOW NOTES:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:City of Cleveland Board of Zoning Appeals Notes Nov. 3, 2025  Board Work Session, Cleveland Metropolitan School District Notes Nov. 5, 2025Cuyahoga Arts & Culture investment firm ‘reading the true tea leaves’ as government shutdown affects economic data by Cleveland Documenters CMSD behind on early literacy goals by Cleveland Documenters Fairview Hospital new parking garage moves forward despite neighbors appeal by Cleveland Documenters Signal Cleveland reporting: CMSD announces sweeping plan to reshape the district through school mergers and closings by Franziska Wild ‘Some will choose to fight it. Some will choose to be for it’: Cleveland tries to win families’ support for sweeping CMSD merger plans by Nick Castele ‘We have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson by Najee Hall ‘It’s time for the next generation to shine’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Gayle Gadison by Najee Hall ‘It’s a part of the new me’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Angela Rush by Najee Hall Recordings: City of Cleveland Board of Zoning Appeals Nov. 3, 2025  Board Work Session, Cleveland Metropolitan School District Nov. 5, 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Nov. 11, 2025From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters. Facing deep funding cuts, local nonprofits and social service organizations made their budget case to Cuyahoga County Council. Learn more in this week’s episode of the Public Meetings Report podcast.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Stesia SwainBilal HakeemHer work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9 FM. Show Notes:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Ward 2 community meeting, Cleveland City Council Notes Oct. 28, 2025 Committee of the Whole budget hearing, Cuyahoga County Council Notes Oct. 28, 2025 Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘We have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall ‘It’s time for the next generation to shine’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Gayle Gadison By Najee Hall ‘It’s a part of the new me’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Angela Rush By Najee Hall ‘It’s a great skill set to have:’ Meet Cleveland Documenter, Lori Ingram By Najee Hall Cuyahoga County is eyeing these deep cuts to health, housing and education programs By Celia Hack Need help with utility bills this winter? Here’s how to apply By Signal Cleveland Staff Where to find free and affordable Thanksgiving meals and supplies in Cleveland By Najee Hall Recordings: Committee of the Whole budget hearing, Cuyahoga County Council Oct. 28, 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Nov. 3, 2025.From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, the Cleveland Metroparks’ Board of Park Commissioners learned about job positions that will no longer be funded, and a plan to construct two new cell towers at Chagrin Reservation. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenter whose work contributed to this episode is Stephanie Manning.Her work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. Show Notes:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Turtles, towers and taxes at Metroparks meeting Board of Park Commissioners, Cleveland Metroparks, Oct. 15, 2025Board of Park Commissioners, Cleveland Metroparks Notes Oct. 15, 2025Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘It’s time for the next generation to shine’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Gayle Gadison By Najee Hall ‘It’s a part of the new me’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Angela Rush By Najee Hall ‘It’s a great skill set to have:’ Meet Cleveland Documenter, Lori Ingram By Najee Hall Where to get free food in Greater Cleveland as SNAP payments stop amid government shutdown By Signal Cleveland Staff Need help with utility bills this winter? Here’s how to apply By Signal Cleveland Staff 

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Oct. 27, 2025From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland Metropolitan School District CEO Warren Morgan says district students’ proficiency rates have improved in every testing subject on the State of Ohio’s report card. Learn more in this week’s episode.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Alfreda WilliamsAlyssa HolzkloosSabrina AdamsDevon MartiJulia BrookoverTheir work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. Show Notes:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Ward 14 community meeting, Cleveland City Council Notes Oct. 7, 2025Board of Education, Cleveland Metropolitan School District Notes [1] and [2] Oct. 14, 2025Urban Forestry Commission Notes [1] and [2] Oct. 14, 2025Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘It’s time for the next generation to shine’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Gayle Gadison By Najee Hall ‘It’s a part of the new me’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Angela Rush By Najee Hall ‘It’s a great skill set to have:’ Meet Cleveland Documenter, Lori Ingram By Najee Hall Cleveland City Council 2025 Election Voter Guide By Signal Cleveland Staff Could Ohio see double-digit income taxes if property taxes are abolished? By Andrew Tobias Recordings: Board of Education, Cleveland Metropolitan School District Oct. 14, 2025Urban Forestry Commission, Oct. 14, 2025 

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Oct. 20, 2025.From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cuyahoga County Public Library CEO Jamar Rahming told the Board of Trustees that property tax bills currently in committee at the state level are “an adverse, colossal threat” to the library’s sustainability. Learn more in this week’s episode.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Julia BrookoverJamie HarmanMoneak Jones Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. Show Notes:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Ward 7 community meeting, Cleveland City Council Notes Sept. 18, 2025Board of Trustees, Cuyahoga County Public Library Notes Sept. 24, 2025 Caucus meeting, Cleveland City Council Notes Sept. 29, 2025Cuyahoga County Library could be ‘decimated’ by proposed property tax reduction bill By Cleveland Documenters Cleveland Library launches Welcome Card for patrons without permanent addresses By Cleveland Documenters Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘It’s time for the next generation to shine’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Gayle Gadison By Najee Hall ‘It’s a part of the new me’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Angela Rush By Najee Hall ‘It’s a great skill set to have:’ Meet Cleveland Documenter, Lori Ingram By Najee Hall RTA is hiring for good-paying bus operator jobs By Olivera Perkins What Ohioans can do if they face a medical debt lawsuit By Andrew Tobias Recordings: Ward 7 community meeting, Cleveland City Council Sept. 18, 2025Board of Trustees, Cuyahoga County Public Library Sept. 24, 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Oct. 13, 2025.From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland DocumentersIn this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cuyahoga County Council approves $5.1 million for nine housing developments around the city. Plus, the owner of Play Bar and Grill speaks out to Cleveland City Council. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Amber NealConnie RosemondMikayla ColemanGayle Gadison Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. Show Notes:Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:Community Development and Housing Committee, Cuyahoga County Council Notes [1] and [2] Sept. 15, 2025Board of Trustees, Cleveland Metroparks Notes Sept. 18, 2025Cleveland Metroparks Board keeps zoo costs tamed Board of Trustees, Cleveland Metroparks, Sept. 18, 2025Board of Trustees, Cleveland Public Library Notes Sept. 18, 2025Cleveland Library launches Welcome Card for patrons without permanent addresses Board of Trustees, Cleveland Public Library Sept. 18, 2025Cleveland City Council Notes, Sept. 22, 2025 Signal Cleveland reporting: ‘It’s time for the next generation to shine’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Gayle Gadison By Najee Hall ‘It’s a part of the new me’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Angela Rush By Najee Hall ‘It’s a great skill set to have:’ Meet Cleveland Documenter, Lori Ingram By Najee Hall In a first, Cleveland’s Community Police Commission to hear evidence in discipline case involving officer By Frank LewisVoter Guide – We’ve got answers from Cleveland Housing Court judge candidates By Signal Cleveland Staff How do I start a group to take care of my local Cleveland park? By Cleveland Parks and Greenspace Coalition Recordings: Community Development and Housing Committee, Cuyahoga County Council Sept. 15, 2025Cleveland City Council Sept. 22, 2025