The City of Akron is soliciting proposals from qualified developers for the purchase and development of the real property and improvements located at 1474 Copley Road (the “Copley Parcel”) and 921 Cordova. (the “Cordova Parcel”).  Collectively the Copley Parcel and the Cordova Parcel are referred to as the “Property.” The City is looking to leverage City-owned land for a development that draws investment, builds vibrancy, and brings a complimentary asset to the Maple Valley G

The City of Akron is bringing more clarity and consistency to Akron’s police discipline process, benefiting both officers and the community. Today, the City of Akron and FOP Lodge 7 shared a memorandum of understanding to: ✔️ Establish clearer timelines for discipline ✔️ Provide greater certainty and fairness for officers ✔️ Improve transparency so the public knows what to expect These updates reduce confusion and ensure a more predictable, accountable process for everyone. T

Akron Mayor Shammas Malik and Akron Police Chief Brian Harding have announced a new Public Order Policy   for the Akron Police Department   which will take effect immediately. The policy sets clear guidelines for how officers manage demonstrations and large gatherings and focuses on protecting the constitutional rights of Akron citizens, prioritizing de‑escalation and dialogue, and preserving public safety. View the full policy  here .   “Akron is at its best when we listen t

Today, the City of Akron is announcing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that has been agreed to between the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 7 and the City that will update language around the discipline process reflected in the police union contract. These language changes clarify the overall discipline process and set expectations for Akron Police Officers and the Akron community about how these reviews will proceed.  These changes will impact discipline timelines for all

Akron Mayor Shammas Malik will deliver his third State of the City Address in the evening on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. This year’s address, hosted by the Akron Roundtable, will take place at the Akron Civic Theatre (182 S. Main St.) Doors will open at 4pm and the event will kick off at 5pm with a conclusion around 6:30pm. Mayor Malik invites Akron residents to attend the event for free by registering on the Akron Roundtable site  here .   Seating is general admission with sectio

The City of Akron is excited to announce the completion of the Akron Innerbelt Master Plan, a comprehensive, community-driven framework that outlines a long-term vision for reconnecting neighborhoods, supporting residents, and guiding future investment across the Innerbelt area. The final plan is now publicly available on the project website akroninnerbelt.com/master-plan . Developed over the past year through extensive community engagement, stakeholder collaboration, and tec