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( PROFILE OF AKRON )
The City of Akron is situated in the industrial Midwest, approximately 35 miles south of Cleveland. The City covers an area of 53.6 square miles, was founded in 1825, and incorporated in 1836. The 2000 population of Akron was 217,074, with a total population of 522,899 within City and Summit County. Akron is the fifth largest city in Ohio.
INFRASTRUCTURE
The City of Akron's highway and water/sewer system is comprised of 878 miles of streets and highways, including 114 bridges, with over 1055 miles of sewer lying beneath the City, in addition to 1010 miles of water lines. All of these valuable and necessary conduits are supported by the water/sewer treatment plant, pumping stations, reservoirs, numerous other facilities, structures and other equipment all of which are maintained by or through the various divisions of the city.
The safety forces in the City provide service and protection utilizing 88 patrol cars, 134 autos, wagons and vans, in addition to 16 motorcycles and a mobile command center within the police division. Fire protection and emergency medical service is provided with 35 pieces of fire apparatus, 48 automobiles and 18 EMS units operating out of 13 fire stations. The Safety Communications Center is staffed by over sixty technicians twenty-four hours a day and provide the vital communications link for the police fire and EMS units throughout the 9-1-1 emergency system.
The City operates five office buildings and a convention center in the downtown muniplex area and has six municipal parking decks and five surface parking lots. These buildings include the Municipal Building, CitiCenter, Harold K. Stubbs Justice Center, John Morley Health Center, and the John S. Knight Convention Center.
There are over 1200 acres of parks and recreational areas within the City with thirteen major public recreation centers staffed by City employees. The recreation program provides for active play needs, sports and cultural activities, and programs throughout the parks, municipal golf course, and minor league ballpark known as Canal Park, home of the Akron Aeros.
The quality of life is enhanced by such amenities as the E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall, home of the Ohio Ballet and Akron Symphony Orchestra. The Akron Civic Theater and Akron Art Institute are centrally located in downtown Akron, Inventure Place, as well as the home of the Inventors' Hall of Fame.
INDUSTRY AND ECONOMY
Akron has long been associated with the rubber industry, especially the manufacturing of tires. Due to changes in tire design and manufacturing process, few tires are now made in Akron. However, the influence of the rubber industry remains significant as the emphasis has changed from manufacturing to research, and development to administration. Goodyear Tire & Rubber, and A Schulman have international headquarters here. Bridgestone/Firestone has research and development facilities in Akron. Goodyear Technical Center is a development and testing laboratory for the worldwide Goodyear operations. Lockheed Martin has a substantial electronic operation in Akron. Akron has developed a diversified industrial structure that is not wholly dependent on any one segment of the economy. The plastics and polymer industry is a significant portion of the Akron area profile which is expected to grow as more and more research on polymers is centered in the University of Akron and Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland.
TRANSPORTATION
The City, situated on intersections of Interstate Highway Routes 76 and 77 and State Route 8, is a major trucking center with offices or terminals of 38 motor freight companies. The national headquarters of Roadway Express, Inc., the largest of Ohio as well as third in the nation of truck transportation companies, is located in the City of Akron. An additional 44 motor freight carriers have offices and terminals outside the City in the surrounding area of Summit, Medina, and Portage Counties and use Interstate Highway Routes 71, 80, 90, 271 and 277 as well as nine State highways.
Railroads serving the City and area is provided by the Summit County Port Authority, CSX Transportation, Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad, and the Norfolk Southern. The AMTRAK System operates through Akron. Three airports, Akron-Canton Regional Airport in the County, the Akron-Fulton International Airport in the City, and Cleveland Hopkins International Airport in the City of Cleveland, serve the air travel needs of the region. Greyhound Bus has a terminal in Akron. The METRO Regional Transit Authority, a separate political subdivision, provides public transportation in the City and within outlying area of the County. Its operations are supported by a portion of the County-wide general sales tax.
Information provided, in part by the Akron/Summit Public Library, ARDB, Akron Fire Maintenance, Akron Police Commissary, AMTRACK, and V. Giannini.
| AIRPORT OPERATIONS
MUNICIPAL SERVICE CENTER, 1436 TRIPLETT BLVD., BUILDING 1B
(330) 733-3950
Responsible for maintenance and snow plowing of municipal airport complex located at 1800 Triplett Blvd.
| AKRON METROPOLITAN AREA TRANSPORTATION STUDY (AMATS)
8TH FLOOR CITICENTER, 146 S. HIGH STREET
STUDY DIRECTOR - Jason Segedy
(330) 375-2436 FAX (330) 375-2275
AMATS is the transportation planning agency serving the Akron area including all of Summit and Portage Counties and the Doylestown portion of Wayne County. The primary responsibility of the AMATS Division of the Department of Planning and urban Development is to prepare and maintain a Regional Transportation Plan which meets the travel needs of the area.
Information and services available to the public:
Ride share matching
Carpool 375-2436
Vanpool 375-2436
Air photos 375-2436
Traffic Counts 375-2436
| AKRON MUNICIPAL COURT
H.K. STUBBS JUSTICE CENTER, 217 S. HIGH STREET
(330) 375-2120 FAX (330) 375-2303
Judges:
Judge Kathryn Michael ...375-2054
Judge Lynne S. Callahan ..375-2009
Judge Eve V. Belfance ..375-2053
Judge John Holcomb..375-2052
Judge Alison McCarty..375-2611
Judge Annalisa S. Williams..375-2007
Magistrates:
Sophie Albrecht...375-2386
Belinda Hinton... 375-2386
Katrina Cook .. 375 -2005
Court Administrator 375-2120
Case Auditor 375-2059
Criminal Court 375-2478
Probation Department 375-2760
Service Bailiff 375-2592
| AKRON MUNICIPAL COURT CLERK'S OFFICE
7TH & 8TH FLOOR, HAROLD K. STUBBS JUSTICE CENTER, 217 S. HIGH STREET
(330) 375-2570 FAX (330) 375-2024
The Clerk's Office services the cities of Akron and Fairlawn, Bath, Richfield, Springfield Townships and the villages of Lakemore and parts of Mogadore. The Clerk's Office is comprised of the following divisions: Civil, Criminal, and Traffic.
The major responsibilities and services provided by these Divisions are:
File and docket civil law suits for money up to $15,000.00 and evictions
File and docket traffic and criminal cases
Collection and disbursement of monies and court costs
Issue subpoenas and notify attorneys, witnesses, law enforcement officials, and defendants of court appearances
Provide 24 hour service for posting criminal bonds
In addition, the following services are available to citizens within the jurisdiction of the Clerk's Office:
Small Claims - provides the citizen with a quick and easy opportunity to file a claim for money up to $3,000.00
Trusteeship - provides the citizen with a channel within which to gradually repay creditors and avoid attachment of wages
Traffic Violations Bureau - provides the citizen with 24 hour service in paying waiverable traffic and parking violations
Landlord/Tenant - provides the tenant with the right to place rental monies in escrow pending necessary improvements to Landlord's property
Civil Division 375-2920
Criminal Division 375-2570
Traffic Division 375-2572
Small Claims & Trusteeship 375-2922
Landlord/Tenant 375-2923
Traffic Violations Bureau 375-2920
Pre-Trial Release 375-2543
| AKRON ZOOLOGICAL PARK
500 EDGEWOOD AVENUE
PAT SIMMONS, DIRECTOR
(330) 375-2550 GENERAL INFORMATION (330) 375-2525
The Akron Zoological Park acts as conservatories of wildlife for the purpose of providing an enlightening and affordable animal experience that is fun for the families of the community . In doing so many worthwhile seasonal programs such as the Halloween "Boo at the Zoo" and the Holiday Light Festival. Contact the Zoo at their general information number concerning special events throughout the year for every season.
| BUILDING MAINTENANCE DIVISION - FACILITIES & PROPERTIES
146 S. HIGH STREET, SUITE C-10 - CITICENTER
GARY ARMAN, MANAGER
(330) 375-2724
HAROLD K STUBBS FAX (330) 375-2091
The Facilities and Properties/Building Maintenance Division is responsible for the overall maintenance and housekeeping of buildings and facilities under the control of the Director of Public Service. This comprehensive maintenance and housekeeping is provided both in-house and through outside contractors. Contract administration is provided for all municipally owned parking facilities through this division.
Maintenance/repair of City owned buildings in downtown muniplex
Maintenance/contract administration for City parking facilities
Maintenance/repair of City recreation centers
Maintenance/repair of park playground equipment
Electrical maintenance of City buildings
Electrical maintenance of City parks and recreational facilities
Electrical maintenance of City parking facilities and lots
Contract administration for HVAC equipment at City facilities
Contract administration for elevator maintenance at City facilities
Contract administration for minor structural alterations/remodeling
Seasonal swimming pool maintenance
| CAPITAL INVESTMENT PLANNING (CIP)
166 S. HIGH STREET, 401 MUNICIPAL BUILDING
CHARLES HEIMBAUGH, ACTING MANAGER
(330) 375-2084
Prepares a comprehensive six-year Capital Budget and Schedules of expenditures for transportation projects, parks, public utilities (sewer and water), public facilities, economic and community development.
Evaluates requests for capital expenditures as submitted by Council representatives and Department heads.
Prepares and submits Capital Budget for Administrative and Council approval.
Monitors the progress and completion of projects scheduled under the Capital Investment Program.
Prepares and submits applications for funding of capital projects such as park land acquisitions and park development; transportation infrastructure. These applications for grants are submitted at the state and federal levels to obtain funds for projects under specific government funding sources.
Implements Economic Development programs such as Industrial Incubators and Industrial Park Development.
Coordinates Neighborhood Business Development Programs. Determines assessment and maintenance schedules, works with owners in implementing program (landscaping, facade improvements, streets, sidewalks, underground placement of utilities).
Coordinates Petition Streets and Sidewalks programs with Council, Public Service Divisions, owners and utility companies.
Coordinates infrastructure and public works projects with other City Divisions, the County and State.
| CLERK OF COUNCIL
301 MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 166 S. HIGH STREET
CHERI PROUGH, CLERK
(330) 375-2256 FAX (330) 375-2298
The Clerk of Council's Office carries out the administrative functions of the 13-member legislative body.
Is responsible for letters, memos, etc., sent by council members
Receives correspondence for council members
Receives and handles complaints for council members
Prepares copies of legislation from the Law Department for Committee Meetings
Prepares a weekly resume of council proceedings and distributes these to departments and divisions
Keeps a file of all ordinances and resolutions passed by council numerically
Keeps a document file numerically for a council year
Records and indexes all ordinances and resolutions passed
Records and indexes all minutes of council meetings
Distributes legislation passed to various department and divisions
| COMMUNICATIONS
1240 TRIPLETT BLVD
KEVIN READ, SUPERINTENDENT
(330) 375-2670 FAX (330) 375-2996
The Communications Division:
Engineers, installs and services all electronic communications equipment for City of Akron, including Akron's 800 MHz two-way radio communications systems for Police, Fire and Public Services, and paging system
Installs and services all fire alarm equipment for City of Akron including over 350 miles of and underground cable
Serves as liaison with Emergency Medical Service, FCC, FAA, and other government agencies
Provides installation and maintenance service for all municipal telephone including Akron's 9-1-1 emergency telephone system thru the Safety Communications Center
Installs and services local area network for data communications and computer connectivity with the city's Management Information System ( MIS).
Manages cellular and coin phone operations for all City of Akron Offices
| COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND ADA COORDINATOR
166 S. HIGH STREET, AKRON, OH 44308
BILLY SOULE, ASSISTANT TO THE MAYOR
(330) 375-2345
Create pathways for communications with our citizens, and, to be the liaison for the Mayor’s Office, when working with residents, churches, non-profit and community organizations, and other institutions
| COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING
166 S. HIGH STREET, 405 MUNICIPAL BUILDING
JERRY EGAN, MANAGER
(330) 375-2090 FAX (330) 375-2387
Comprehensive Planning Section is responsible for the general plan of the City. The section prepares and updates the Land Use Development Guide Plan. The Community Development and Housing plans under the programs of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) are formulate in Comprehensive Planning.
Neighborhood Plans
Neighborhood Housing Grant Areas are determined and designated as
Community Development Areas by evaluating physical, social and demographic data for compliance with HUD program criteria.
Renewal Plans define and guide Community Development (CD) activities within each CD area.
Community Development Block Grants - HUD programs for housing rehabilitation and neighborhood improvements.
Holds public meetings and provides public notification of Community Development programs, activities and opportunities.
Submits annual Community Development Program to HUD to qualify for Federal funding.
Establishes and maintains contact with CD area residents and community wide groups interested in CD programs.
Group Homes - Evaluates group home proposals, determines compatibility with community, presents proposals to Council. Answers questions on Akron's Residential Care Facilities Ordinance.
| COUNCIL OFFICE
166 S. HIGH STREET, 301 MUNICIPAL BUILDING
(330) 375-2256 FAX (330)375-2298
The City is vested in a 13-member council. Ten of the members are elected from each of the City's ten wards for two-year terms. Three of the members are elected from the City at-large for four-year terms. The president of council is elected by council from among its members and presides at all council meetings.
The City Charter establishes administrative departments, but, pursuant to charter provision, council, by a two thirds vote, may create new departments, offices and employments or establish temporary departments for special work. Council is also authorized by charter, to prescribe, limit or change the compensation of all offices and employees of the City government, also:
1 - Enacts ordinances and resolutions to provide for City services
2 - Levies taxes
3 - Makes appropriations
4 - Borrow money
| CUSTOMER SERVICE OFFICE
330-375-2311 OR 3-1-1
All City Services
| DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION
161 S. HIGH STREET, OCASEK GOVERNMENT OFFICE BUILDING, SUITE 201
(330) 375-2696/375-2640
Land Acquisition - Acquisition and sale of property for public purposes.
Urban Neighborhood Housing Corporation - new housing in Community Development areas on cleared lots.
Real Estate information on City property that is for sale. Industrial and commercial sites and residue parcels not needed for project activities.
Demolition - Demolition/razing of buildings to clear area under the Waiver Demolition Program for renewal or clearance of dilapidated buildings. Information and contracts for clearance. Monitoring of program and projects.
Relocation Services - Relocation of residents and businesses where homes have been acquired for public purposes or site clearance.
Home Purchase Incentive Program - Information services, paper work in cooperation with Housing Rehabilitation Division for financial assistance.
| ENGINEERING BUREAU
701 MUNICIPAL BUILDING
CITY ENGINEER - RALPH COLETTA
(330) 375-2355 FAX (330) 375-2288
The Bureau of Engineering is responsible for the planning and design and construction of the public improvement projects of the City of Akron, including:
Storm sewers
Sewage pump stations
Bridges
Sidewalks
Sanitary sewers
Street paving
Improvements to municipally owned buildings
Sewage treatment plant
Improvements to Akron Municipal Airport
Street lighting system
Parks
Compost facility
Improvements to the expressway system
| FINANCE DEPARTMENT
166 S. HIGH STREET, 203 MUNICIPAL BUILDING
DIANE MILLER-DAWSON, DIRECTOR
CATHY WATSON, DEPUTY DIRECTOR
(330) 375-2316
The Department of Finance provides fiscal administrative control over all accounts and financial records, and has overall responsibility for all public money.
Administration 330 375-2316 | FAX (330) 375-2291
Audit and Budget 330 375-2623 | FAX (330) 375-2532
Prepares the City's financial statements that conform to generally accepted accounting principles and develop and manage the annual budgeting and appropriation process.
Budget Administration 330 375-2620
General Accounting 330 375-2300 | FAX (330) 375-2519
Provides control for recording all accounts and financial records and the processing of the City's payroll.
Payroll 330 375-2302
Effects budgetary control of all funds
Purchasing 330 375-2060 | FAX (330) 375-2213
Requisitions and purchases materials and supplies for all City departments.
Income Tax 330 375-2290 | FAX (330) 375-2112
Responsible for the administration, collection, and audit of the 2% City of Akron income tax.
Treasury 330 375-2330 | FAX (330) 375-2221
Collects and deposits all City monies, manages the issuance and payment of all City debts, invests funds, administers Special Assessments and Licenses section.
Special Assessment & License 330 375-2484
Administers collections and certification of tax assessments against all properties located within the City and issues various license:
Management Information Systems (MIS) 330 375-2560 | FAX (330) 375-2439
Responsible for all data processing and computer operations of the City.
| FIRE DEPARTMENT
9TH FLOOR CITICENTER, 146 S. HIGH STREET
LARRY BUNNER, CHIEF
(330) 375-2410 FAX (330) 375-2267
The Akron Fire Department is a Division of the Safety Department. The Safety Department is under the control of the Mayor as the Mayor is also the Safety Director. The department is commanded by the Fire Chief. His immediate staff consists of three Subdivision Commanders, the Fire Safety Officer and the Administrative Assistant
The Akron Fire Department is budgeted for 386 uniformed employees and a support staff of 28. Thirteen (13) fire stations comprising the four (4) Fire Battalions and are equipped with a total of 25 fire fighting vehicles with 7 pumpers, 3 aerial trucks in reserve, 18 EMS units and AB automobiles.
Battalion 2 is made up of Fire Station No. 2, 952 E. Exchange St., Station No.7, 541 E. Tallmadge Ave. and Station No.14, 766 Brittain Road; Battalion 4 is made up of Fire Station No. 4, 24 E. Thornton St., Fire Station No. 6, 1685 S. Hawkins Ave. and Station No.10, 2225 Fourth St. SW; Battalion 8 is made up of Fire Station No. 5, 2460 E. Market St., Fire Station No. 8, 1277 E. Archwood Ave. and Station No. 13, 1544 Brown St.; Battalion 9 is made up of Fire Station No.3, 59 S. Maple St., Station No. 9, 98 Dodge Avenue, Station No. 11, 1678 Akron-Peninsula Road and Station No.12, 1852 W. Market St.
The department consists of ten divisions or bureaus: the Administrative Division, Accounting and Services Bureau, Fire Alarm and Communications Bureau, EMS Bureau, Hazardous Materials and Rescue Bureau, Operations Subdivision, Public Education, Special Operations and the Training Bureau.
The Fire Department has a 4.5 minute average response time and a Class 3 insurance rating, which allows the City to have the lowest possible residential insurance premiums.
Passage of a 2 mill levy in November, 1991 allows for an emergency medical service within the Fire Department. At the present time we have 9 ALS units and 3 BLS units in service.
The department's Equipment Maintenance Division is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the thirteen fire stations, the maintenance facility and all apparatus and vehicles.
The Hydrant Division inspects, flushes, maintains, and repairs the nearly 9500 fire hydrants in the system.
In addition to saving life and property, the Akron Fire Department provides the following services:
Dive Team - The Water Rescue Dive Team provides water rescue and recovery of persons or vehicles in lakes, ponds, streams and rivers.
HAZMAT - Hazardous Materials Rescue Bureau - provides a team response to chemical spills, hazardous materials and explosives.
TROT - Technical Rescue Operations Team for confined space and elevated structure rescue.
Tests explosive conditions in hazardous atmospheres
Conducts high blood pressure screening program for the public
Assist invalids
Trains firemen for industrial fire department located within the City
Trains all hospital and nursing home personnel in fire safety
Conduct and supervises fire drills in all schools, high rise buildings,
and senior citizens buildings
Inspects all foster homes for approval for placement
Processes permits for all pyrotechnic display
Supervises all blasting operations
Inspects for prevention and mitigates when necessary hazardous materials, incidents
Provides Public Education personnel available to speak on Accident and Fire
Prevention In The Home
Investigate and prosecute all arson fires
Inspects all commercial buildings in the city
Emergency 9-1-1
Non-Emergency 375-2122
Arson Investigation 375-2214
EMS 375-2071
Fire Prevention 375-2211
Hazardous Materials 375-2164
Information 375-2122
Maintenance & Hydrant Repair 375-2379
Code Enforcement 375-2211
Office of Fire Chief 375-2410
Public Education 375-2197
Shift Commander 375-2219
Training 375-2164
| GOLF COURSE
J. EDWARD GOOD PARK, 530 NOME AVENUE
DANTE D'ANDREA, MANAGER
(330) 375-2092
Good Park Golf Course is located on 176 acres on the City's west side. Opened in 1926 the championship course is regarded as one of the finest municipal courses in the country. Watered tees, greens, and fairways insure Good Park is in excellent condition throughout the golf season. Electric and pull carts are available for the golfers. The snack bar and golf shop are able to take care of the golfers' needs. A large picnic shelter is available for tournaments and outings held at the course.
| HEALTH DEPARTMENT
177 S. BROADWAY ST.
MICHAEL MOSER, M.D., M.P.H. DIRECTOR OF HEALTH.
TOM QUADE, DEPUTY DIRECTOR
(330) 375-2960 FAX (330) 375-2154
The Department of Health is organized through a Health Commission of five members appointed by the Mayor and is administered by the Director of Health. As the public health authority, the Akron Health Department is directed by the laws of the City of Akron and the State of Ohio to protect the City and its citizens against all forms of diseases and unsanitary conditions. The Akron Health Department offers preventive measures necessary for public health and provides education on health promotion and disease prevention. The Department operates three satellite 'wellness clinics' at Summit Lake Community Center, Joy Park Community Center and the North Hill Clinic. These are in addition to the main clinic within the Morely Health Center.
Furnishes, for a fee, certified copies of birth and death certificates - (vital statistics)
Administers Employee Assistance Program, (EAP) for substance abuse, stress management and family issues
Investigates outbreaks of diseases
Provides counseling and prevention services for alcoholism diagnoses and treats venereal disease and tuberculosis
Provides prenatal care and instruction
Provides geriatric care and counseling
Conducts neighborhood clinics for infants and children
Provides immunizations for all age groups
Provides nutrition counseling
Administers the Women, Infant, and Children supplemental food program
Provides AIDS screening, counseling and education
Provides TB and chest x-rays through downtown clinic-
Provides information on hazardous chemicals and Right To Know Ordinance for chemicals in the workplace
Enforcement of smoking ordinance in restaurants and the government facilities
Implementation of lead poisoning program
Issues paint stripping permits for removal of lead based paints indoors and out
Conducts education program for community, school groups
ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION
(330) 375-2405 FAX (330) 375-2648
Insures wholesomeness of foods consumed in restaurants or purchased in stores with the City of Akron
Inspects and baits areas of Akron to control rat population
Provides seasonal mosquito control program
Provides enforcement of litter ordinance
Prosecution of illegal dumpers.
Provides inspection and abatement of unsanitary conditions on private property
Registration and enforcement of Exotic Pet and Pot Belly Pig Ordinances
Inspection of bee hives and pigeon keepers
Enforcement of rabies inoculation for cats and ferrets
Enforcement of animal rabies quarantine for bite animals in cooperation with Akron Animal Control
Submits test specimens for rabies testing through state laboratory in Columbus, OH
AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DIVISION
146 SOUTH HIGH STREET
CITICENTER, SUITE 904
LYNN MALCOM, PE, MANAGER
(330) 375 - 2480 FAX (330) 375-2402
Enforces air quality standards in Tri-County areas of Summit, Portage and Medina counties
Investigates complaints of open burning out-of-doors
Investigates citizen's complaints concerning smoke, odors and dust
Monitors air quality throughout the tri-county area
| HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE
MUNICIPAL SERVICE CENTER, 1436 TRIPLETT BLVD., BUILDING 1
STEVE BATDORF, SUPERINTENDENT
(330) 375-2831 FAX (330) 375-2815
Responsible for city wide maintenance of over 900 miles of street and expressway maintenance including:
Fencing and guardrail
Berm and slope repairs
Drainage & culvert repairs/installations
Pavement repairs and resurfacing
Strip patching
Mowing
Bridge maintenance
Debris and litter removal
Crack sealing
Expressway lighting
Snow and ice control
| HOUSING AND HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION
161 S. HIGH STREET, SUITE 201, OCASEK GOVERNMENT OFFICE BUILDING
(330) 375-2980
To assure a comprehensive approach to neighborhood Improvement and preservation, residents in designated Community Development (CD) areas are offered a wide range of human services.
| HOUSING DIVISION
CitiCenter, 146 S. High Street, Suite 700
DUANE GROEGER, MANAGER
(330) 375-2366 FAX (330) 375-2416
Provides housing inspections in order to upgrade Akron's existing housing
Investigates complaints from the public as they relate to housing code violations
Provides housing inspection in designated Code Enforcement Areas in conjunction with Community Development Programs
Provides inspection, registration and enforcement of Akron's Rental Inspection Ordinance
| HOUSING REHABILITATION
I CASCADE PLAZA, SUITE 1600
(330) 375-2050
Provides technical and financial assistance for housing repairs for homeowners in designated Community Development neighborhoods.
| INVENTURE PLACE, NATIONAL INVENTORS HALL OF FAME
221 S. BROADWAY STREET 44308
DAVID FINK, PRESIDENT
WILLIAM WALKER, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
(330) 762-4463 fax (330) 762-6313
1-800-869-IDEA or
(330) 762-4463 fax (330) 762-6313
Having opened July 23, 1995, at a cost of $38 Million, the Inventure Place has 77,00 square feet total, featuring "hands on" interactive exhibits and displays. There is 29,000 square feet are used as exhibition space. The president of the joint Board of Inventure Place and the National Hall of Fame board is John D. Ong. Inventure Place is open to the public year round, Tuesday through Saturday from 9 PM to 5 PM, and on Sunday noon to 5 PM., closed on Mondays. There have been over 150. Inductees into the Hall of Fame. The Induction Ceremony is held in September of each year at Inventure Place.
Other facilities include:
National programs (National Inventors Hall of Fame, BF Goodrich Collegiate Inventor Program, Institute for Inventive Thinking, Camp Invention, Goodyear Salute to corporate Inventor, National Gallery for American Young Inventors, American Society of Patent Holders)
Call for current admission rates for families, adults, students, children and seniors. Validated parking at selected parking facilities, call for details
Invention Cafe
Gift Shop
Meeting Rooms for outside events rentals
Entire facilities for outside events rentals
Invention Extensions, an outreach programs available to area schools
| JOHN S. KNIGHT CONVENTION CENTER
77 EAST MILL STREET
SUSAN HAMO, DIRECTOR
(330) 374-8900 FAX (330) 374-8971
The Convention Center is 122,00 gross square feet, 40,000 of which is available as exhibition space. There are 18 meeting rooms available, and 700 car parking spaces is available in a connected deck. President of the board of trustees is Greg Bean. Schedules of events are available through the Convention Bureau (330) 374-7560.
| KEEP AKRON BEAUTIFUL
CENTRAL SERVICE FACILITY, 850 E. MARKET STREET
PAULA DAVIS, DIRECTOR
(330) 375-2116 FAX (330) 375-2267
A non-profit organization established in 1981 to implement a comprehensive litter prevention, recycling and beautification program for the City of Akron. Activities include litter collection and containment, education, public awareness, recycling promotion, litter law enforcement and city wide beautification. Operates under the guidance of the Director of Public Service and an advisory board.
| LAW DEPARTMENT
202 OCASEK BUILDING, 161 S. HIGH STREET
MAX ROTHAL, DIRECTOR
DOUGLAS POWLEY, CHIEF PROSECUTOR
(330) 375-2030 FAX (330) 375-2041
The Department of Law is established by the City charter as the legal advisor of, and attorney and counsel for, the City and all its departments. It is the corporate lawyer for the municipal corporation of Akron and is in charge of all its legal affairs. It does not represent individuals in their private concerns. In addition to prosecuting all criminal violations of the City Code, the Department of Law:
Is the attorney for the City in all lawsuits brought for or against the City
Prepares all contracts, bonds, and other legal documents for the City and/or its departments
Provides written opinions to any official or department of the City or to counsel, when requested
Codifies all ordinances of a general and permanent nature
Hears moral claims that are brought against the City for damages or acts as they relate to the maintenance of sewers, water service, highways through the Claims Commission
Civil Division 375-2030
Claims Agent 375-2030
Prosecutor's Office 375-2730
| MAYORS OFFICE OF LABOR RELATIONS
305 MUNICIPAL BUILDING
JAMES MASTARZO, DEPUTY MAYOR, ACTING
(330) 375-2280 FAX (330) 375-2414
Handles contract negotiations with five City bargaining units including Police (FOP Lodge #7), Fire (Local #330, AFFA), Public Health Nurses (ANA), AFSCME, Local #1360, and C.S.A.P., Inc.
Establishes and administers policies on discipline.
Represents the City in disciplinary appeals before the Civil Service Commission and/or arbitration.
Is responsible for handling written grievances at pre-arbitration and arbitration levels.
Handles job safety, "Right-to-know" obligations and oversees mayor's Traffic Safety Committee functions, which investigates motor vehicle accidents involving City-owned motor vehicles and assigns responsibility.
| MOTOR EQUIPMENT BUREAU
MUNICIPAL SERVICE CENTER, 1428 TRIPLETT BLVD., BUILDING 3
JEFF WALCK, MANAGER
(330) 375-2827 FAX (330) 375-2304
The Motor Equipment Bureau is responsible for the maintenance and repair of City vehicles.
| OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
203 MUNICIPAL BUILDING
Robert Y. Bowman, DEPUTY MAYOR
(330) 375-2133
The Mayor's Office of Economic Development serves as local government's liaison with the private business community to foster job growth in the City. Offers strategic information and services to businesses seeking to expand within the community, and markets Akron's assets nationally and internationally to encourage new business location in the City.
Administers operation of Akron's Industrial Incubator program at City's Industrial Incubator. This facility is located at Canal Place, the former location of BF Goodrich on S. Main St.
| OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
200 MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 166 S. HIGH STREET
DONALD L. PLUSQUELLIC, MAYOR
DAVE LIEBERTH, EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE MAYOR
330-375-2345 - FAX 330-375-2468
The Mayor is the Chief Executive of the City and is elected for a four-year term. The Mayor is recognized as the official head of the City by both the courts and the state.
The powers and duties of the office are:
To enforce the laws and ordinances of the City
To prepare and submit to Council the annual budget
To advise Council as to the financial conditions and needs of the City
To appoint and remove all employees in both classified and unclassified service, except elected officials
To exercise control over all departments and divisions of the City
To see that all City franchises and contracts are fulfilled
To introduce as necessary ordinances to City Council
To approve or disapprove any ordinance or resolution passed by Council
To appoint, with the consent of council, members of most of the boards and commissions of the City
The Mayor's appointed cabinet is composed of the Deputy Mayors for Economic Development, Intergovernmental Relations, Labor Relations, Safety, the Directors of Finance, Law, Planning, Public Service and their appointed Deputies.
Within the Mayor's office are the Deputy Mayor for Intergovernmental Relations, the Executive Assistant to the Mayor, the Equal Employment Opportunity Officer, along with the Communications Director and Administrative Staff.
The Deputy Mayor for Intergovernmental Relations coordinates Akron's policies and programs with all other levels of government (local, county, regional, state and federal).
The Executive Assistant to the Mayor directs the operations of the Mayor's office, works on select projects under the direction of the Mayor, acts as a liaison between the Mayor and the Akron Health Department, and the Boards and Commissions.
The Equal Employment Officer reports to the Mayor on the hiring and employment policies of the City with respect to minorities and the disabled.
The Communications Director, Executive Secretary, the Administrative Assistant and Receptionist compose the Mayor's Administrative Staff.
| OPERATIONS RESEARCH
702 CITICENTER
Robert Patrick, Analyst
(330) 375-2656
Operations research provides the Director of Public Service with a variety of informational and analytical reports regarding service department bureaus.
Project objectives vary from cost reduction to increasing services at the least possible cost to the taxpayer. The primary goal of Operations Research is to constantly seek to improve services provided Akron residents.
Operations research functions by collecting information from various bureaus; researching books and various trade journals; and other sources, including cities, governmental agencies and universities. This information is put together in the form of an analysis. This information is then made available to the Service Director, Akron City Council, or other bureau managers.
Responsibilities are:
-To provide information to assist the Service Director in decision-making
-Monitor and assist the Service Department with budgeting
-Evaluate existing programs
-Evaluate new programs
| PARKS MAINTENANCE
MUNICIPAL SERVICE CENTER, 1436 TRIPLETT BLVD., BUILDING 1
Joe Toth, Acting SUPERINTENDENT
(330) 375-2841 FAX (330) 375-2815
Responsible for providing clean, safe and functional park facilities for all citizens.
Activities such as:
Mowing grass
Cleaning parking lots and tennis courts
Ballfield maintenance
Debris and litter pickup
Weed control in plant beds, center medians, brick paved, etc
Planting flowers in downtown parks
Emptying trash containers
Tree trimming and removal
Maintaining of all city street trees
Assisting in snow and ice control for Akron streets
For problems with trees in curb strip and park complaints...375-2841
| PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
CITICENTER, 1ST FLOOR, 146 SOUTH HIGH STREET, AKRON, OH 44308
(330) 375-2780 FAX (330) 375-2299
The Personnel Director is responsible to a three member Civil Service Commission appointed by the Mayor. The City Charter provides for the Civil Service Commission to administer a merit system for employment, promotions, job classifications and employee appeal procedures.
These merit system responsibilities are carried out by the Personnel Department under the administrative direction of the Civil Service Commission and Personnel Director.
The Personnel Department is responsible for:
Recruitment & Hiring, 375-2720
Job Classification & Compensation, 375-2726
Employee Records, 375-2710
Training Programs & Equal Employment Officer, 375-2704
The employment office is located on the first floor of the CitiCenter Building in room 130. A list of current positions that are available are posted along with job description and minimum requirements. Applications for positions are accepted at this location. If you are unable to visit the Personnel Office, you may access current job openings on the 24-hour employment information line (330-375-2723), or at, www.ci.akron.oh.us/person.html.
| PLANNING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
166 S. HIGH STREET, 400 MUNICIPAL BUILDING
JOHN MOORE, DIRECTOR
(330) 375-2770 FAX (330) 375-2100
The Department of Planning and Urban Development through its various divisions is responsible for:
Capital Investment Planning, Budget and Schedules of Expenditures.
Comprehensive Planning, Land Use Development Guide Plan and Long Range Planning.
Community Development through Urban Neighborhood Housing Corporation, Urban Development Programs.
Human Resources Divisions assumes that any person who is displaced by projects undertaken by the City receive relocation benefits.
AMATS - Transportation planning agency serving Akron area including all of Summit and Portage Counties and the Doylestown portion of Wayne County.
Planning Library - Reference and information center for City employees as well as the general public providing both current and historical materials.
Zoning Division - Administer City Zoning Code, Allotment/Subdivision Regulations and acts as advisory staff to Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.
| PLANNING LIBRARY
166 S. HIGH STREET, 403 MUNICIPAL BUILDING
CLAUDIA BURDGE, LIBRARIAN
(330) 375-2084
The Planning Library maintains a reference and information center for the City employees and the general public of both current and historical materials.
Maps - City base maps, for distribution and reference.
Census of Population and Housing
Census Maps (current and historical), demographic, population and housing data at local and State levels.
Aerial and other Photography
Aerial photography (1963 to 1992); miscellaneous photographs current and historical, slides (1960 to present) of buildings, parks, public facilities.
Newspaper Clippings - Newspaper clippings concerning City development.
Reference Materials - General reference materials, City and elsewhere.
Reports and studies prepared by or for the City of Akron, Department of Planning on streets, renewal areas, public buildings and facilities, downtown, parks and general urban problems and accomplishments.
| PLANS & PERMITS CENTER
1030 E. TALLMADGE AVE.
MARK WATSON, MANAGER
(330) 375-2010 FAX (330) 375-2267
The Plans & Permits Center serves as the technical information center for development projects and works with developers, consultants, contractors, and the general public to assure that necessary project development needs and requirements are met through coordination with various city departments and divisions and issues a wide variety of occupation, service, building, and right-of-way permits, and receives and handles all types of city complaints, related to zoning, hazardous sidewalks, garage sales, design and construction of development projects within the City of Akron.
The Plans & Permits Center is responsible for:
Issuance of house numbers
The issuance of sidewalk construction permits
The issuance of street street and/or R/W occupancy permits
The issuance of street opening permits
House moving permits
Issues curb cutting and restoration permits
Connection fees for water and sewer services
Sewer lateral permits
Courtesy commercial plan review and building code consultation
One-stop commercial plan review services
Building permits for single family and multi family dwellings
Issuance of commercial building permits
Zoning compliance and complaints services
Building Appeals Board
Plumbing Examiners Board
Space Conditioning Examiners Board
Electrical Examiners Board
Technical committees and task forces - administrative services
Miscellaneous public technical services
Zoning Compliance and Complaint Investigation Services Through Zoning Compliance Inspector for:
-Hazardous sidewalk complaints
-Inspection of sidewalk and drive apron installations for code compliance
-Garage and yard sale complaints
-Illegal parking of motor vehicles within the building setback areas
-Violations of Akron Zoning Ordinances
| POLICE DEPARTMENT
HAROLD K. STUBBS JUSTICE CENTER, 217 S. HIGH STREET
MICHAEL T. MATULAVICH, CHIEF OF POLICE
(330) 375-2244 FAX (330) 375-2135
MAJOR CRAIG V. GILBRIDE, DEPUTY CHIEF, PATROL SUB-DIVISION
MAJOR AUGUSTUS A. HALL, DEPUTY CHIEF, SERVICES SUB DIVISION
MAJOR MICHAEL MADDEN, DEPUTY CHIEF, INVESTIGATIVE SUB-DIVISION
The 510 employees of the Akron Police Department provide the traditional police functions of protection of persons and property, apprehension of offenders, and the maintenance of order. The Police Division is divided into three sub-divisions. The Police Department Utilizes 88 patrol cars, 134 wagons and vans, 16 motorcycles and a mobile command center.
The Uniform Sub-Division is the largest with 276 employees. Officers assigned to this sub-division work district cars, sector patrol and foot beats. The Traffic Bureau personnel within the sub-division concentrate on accident investigations, traffic enforcement and direction, parking violations, and school patrol.
Personnel of the Investigative Sub-Division are responsible for the investigation of unsolved crimes, apprehension of offenders and the recovery of stolen property.
The Services Sub-Division provides the auxiliary services necessary for the proper and efficient functioning of the division.
The largest single unit within this sub-division is the Communications Bureau. In most cases the officers of this unit are the first contact that a citizen has with the Police Division, and almost all police activity in the field is coordinated through a sophisticated communications system.
Emergency 9-1-1
Auto Theft 375-2530
Check Forgeries 375-2600
Community Relations 375-2390
Detective Bureau 375-2490
Identification Bureau 375-2790
Juvenile Bureau 375-2530
Loud Speakers 375-2506
Narcotics 375-2602
Record Room 375-2590
Traffic Bureau 375-2503
Training Bureau 375-2276
Patrol Sub-Division 375-2900
Vice Unit 375-2617
| PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT
166 S. HIGH STREET, 201 MUNICIPAL BUILDING
RICHARD MEROLLA, DIRECTOR
JOHN VALLE, DEPUTY SERVICE DIRECTOR
RON WILLIAMSON, DEPUTY SERVICE DIRECTOR
(330) 375-2270 FAX (330) 375-2100
The Director of Public Service manages and supervises all public improvements, works and undertakings in the City.
Manages and controls the water supply system including water treatment and water distribution
Manages and controls the sewage disposal plant, as well as the sludge composting facility
Has charge of all public construction and improvement
Has charge of all repair and maintenance on sanitary and storm water sewers and appurtenances
Has charge of all repair and maintenance of water distribution mains and distribution facilities
Has charge of repair and maintenance of City streets and public highways and bridges
Has charge of repair and maintenance of parks and playgrounds and ballfields
Has charge of recreational programs and community centers
Collection and disposal of household generated waste
Curbside recycling program
Street lighting
Has charge of public places and grounds belonging to the City or dedicated to public use
Has charge of all City owned parking facilities including decks and surface parking lots
Has charge of entire city owned motor vehicle fleet for city-wide operations of all departments and divisions
Oversees operation and use of Canal Park Minor League Baseball Stadium and Firestone Baseball Stadium
Public Works which include:
-Akron Fulton Airport
-Highway Maintenance
-Parks Grounds Maintenance
-Sanitation & Recycling
-Street Cleaning
-Street & Expressway Lighting
-Oil & Gas
Bureaus under the Service Department:
-Engineering
-Recreation
Building Mtce./Facilities & Properties
Customer Service
Golf Course
Motor Equipment
Operations Research
Plans & Permits Center
Public Utilities which include:
-Compost Facility
-Sewer Maintenance
-Utilities Services
-Water Distribution
-Water Pollution Control Station
-Water Supply
Traffic Engineering
Keep Akron Beautiful
Zoological Park
| PUBLIC UTILITIES BUREAU
146 S. HIGH STREET, ROOM 900
MICHAEL MCGLINCHY, P.E., MANAGER
(330) 375-2627 FAX (330) 375-2072
PUBLIC UTILITIES BUREAU
146 S. HIGH STREET, ROOM 900
CITICENTER BUILDING
AKRON, OH 44308
The Public Utilities Bureau, through its various divisions, including administration, billing, composting, engineering, sewer maintenance, watershed, water supply, and water pollution control, performs the following functions:
Provide a high quality and dependable water service.
Operate and maintain the City's reservoir system in Portage and Geauga counties, including the watershed properties containing in excess of 15,000 acres.
Supply drinking water for 80,000 customers.
Operate and maintain the City's Water Treatment Plant and Pumping Facility near Lake Rockwell north of Kent, Ohio.
Maintain and repair three force mains that carry water pumped 11 miles from Water Treatment Plant.
Operate, maintain, construct and replace Akron area's transmission and distribution system including over 1,000 miles of water mains, 108,000 water services, 20,000 valves, 9,283 hydrants and 32 in-town reservoirs, standpipes and pumping stations.
Test and monitor water quality to ensure safe, high-quality drinking water that meets or exceeds established criteria.
Maintain and responsible for sewers, manholes, storm inlets, sewage pumping stations, TV telemonitoring of sewers.
Bill and collect for water, sewer and curbservice.
Provide engineering services, including backflow prevention and industrial pretreatment, cost accounting, budget and budget administration for the Public Utilities Bureau.
Operate and maintain the City's Water Pollution Control Station and Sludge Composting Facility.
Monitor wastewater characteristics and industrial customer and wastewater treatment plant performance through the Wastewater Quality Laboratory.
NOTE: Area Code (330) unless otherwise noted.
Utilities Engineering 375-2690
Utilities Billing 375-2554
Backflow Prevention 375-2690, Option #2
Industrial Pretreatment 375-2963
Sewer Problems and Complaints 375-2666
Water Main Repairs 375-2420
Water Meter Repairs 375-2440
Water Treatment Facility (Kent) 678-0077
Water Problems and Complaints 375-2420
Water Pollution Control Station 375-2963
Hazardous Spills to Sewer System 928-4037
Jim Six - Water Plant - Administrator - 678-0077
Collin Coy - Watershed - Superintendent 678-0077
Jim Hewitt - Sewer Maintenance - Superintendent 375-2185
André Blaylock - Business Services - Administrator 375-2627
Brian Gresser - Water Pollution Control - Administrator 928-1164
Dan Marino - Water Distribution - Superintendent 375-2423
| PUBLIC WORKS BUREAU
MUNICIPAL SERVICE CENTER, 1436 TRIPLETT BLVD., BUILDING 1
PAUL BARNETT, MANAGER
(330) 375-2831 FAX (330) 375-2815
Through its various divisions, the bureau is responsible for airport operations, curbside refuse pickup, recycling, highway maintenance, expressway lighting, parks grounds maintenance, street cleaning and snow removal.
Airport Operations
Expressway Lighting
Highway Maintenance Division
Parks Grounds Maintenance
Sanitation Services
Street Cleaning
| RECREATION BUREAU
BALCH STREET FITNESS CENTER, 220 S. BALCH ST.
GREG KALAIL, MANAGER
(330) 375-2810 FAX (330) 375-2818
The Recreation Bureau plans, directs and organizes year-round leisure services at twelve (12) community centers, twelve (12) older adult clubs, 113 ballfields, 53 tennis courts, twelve (12) soccer fields, 16 football fields and 20 public schools site.
Activities for ages two (2) through older adults include preschool, arts, crafts, games, community meetings, wrestling, table tennis, year-round basketball leagues, and city-wide winter youth basketball leagues, over 100 community events and many instructional programs to improve the quality of life for Akron residents.
Recreation Bureau Administration
Community Centers
Balch St. Fitness Center - 220 S. Balch St. 375-2446
Edward Davis Community Center - 730 Perkins Park Dr. 375-2832
Elizabeth Park Community Center - 225 E. North St. 375-2844
Ellet Community Center - 2449 Wedgewood Ave. 375-2809
Firestone Park Community Center - 1480 Girard St. 375-2806
Forest Lodge Park Community Center - 226 Greenwood Ave. 375-2813
Joy Park Community Center - 825 Fuller St. 375-2805
Kenmore Senior/Community Center - 880 Kenmore Blvd. 375-2812
Lawton Street Community Center - 1225 Lawton Street375-2825
Mason Park Community Center - 700 E. Exchange 375-2821
Patterson Park Community Center - 800 Patterson Ave. 375-2819
Reservoir Park Community Center - 1735 Hillside Terrace 375-2802
Summit Lake Community Center - 380 W. Crosier St. 375-2826
Lawton Street Community Center - 1225 Lawton St. 375-2825
Community Events 375-2835
Older Adults Division 375-2839
Sports & Athletic Division 375-2855
Ballfield Permits (seasonal) (Firestone Stadium) 375-2857
Cascade Valley Ballfields (seasonal)
Perkins Woods Swimming Pool (seasonal) 375-2833
Reservoir Park Swimming Pool (seasonal) 375-2803
| SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS
53 UNIVERSITY AVENUE
GEORGE ROMANOSKI
(330) 375-2466 FAX (330) 375-2045
This Division provides the day to day operation of the City's vital emergency telephone answering for the 9-1-1 calls for police, fire and paramedics. The communications center is located in the H.K. Stubbs Justice Center. The twenty-four a day operation employs 67 communications technicians to answer telephone and dispatch police, fire and emergency med units. This vital service utilizes the latest in 800 MHz digital radio communications equipment and computerized consoles for call tracking and contact with all safety personnel.
| SANITATION SERVICES
MUNICIPAL SERVICE CENTER, 1436 TRIPLETT BLVD., BUILDING 1
(330) 375-2831 FAX (330) 375-2815
Responsible for collection and disposal of household trash, garbage, large items (appliances, furniture, etc.,) as well as curbside recycling program for any Akron residents subscribing to Curbservice.
Curbservice Billing 375-2554
Curbside Recycling 375-2129
| SEWER MAINTENANCE DIVISION
1055 HOME AVE.
JAMES HEWITT, SUPERINTENDENT
(330) 375-2666 FAX (330) 375-2399
SEWER MAINTENANCE DIVISION
1055 HOME AVE.
AKRON, OH 44310
Responsible for sewers, manholes, storm inlets, and maintenance of sewage pumping stations and activities such as:
Cleaning sanitary and storm sewers
Rebuilding and repairing manholes and inlets
Resetting manhole and inlet castings
Cleaning inlets
Cleaning storm water ditches
Main sewer repairs
Interceptor racks cleaned and checked
TV inspection of sewers
Sewer problems and complaints: 375-2666, 24-hour dispatcher
| STREET CLEANING
MUNICIPAL SERVICE CENTER, 1436 TRIPLETT BLVD., BUILDING
DAN JONES, ACTING SUPERINTENDENT
(330) 375-2886 FAX (330) 375-2815
-Residential street sweeping
-Downtown transitway and business district sweeping
-Off street public parking lot sweeping
-Leaf removal program
-Snow and ice control
| TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DIVISION
MUNICIPAL SERVICE CENTER, 1420 TRIPLETT BLVD., BUILDING 2
DAVID GASPER, TRAFFIC ENGINEER
(330) 375-2851 FAX (330) 375-2307
Every person who drives a motor vehicle in the City of Akron is affected by the operation of the Traffic Engineering Division. The Division:
Provides all guide, warning and traffic control signs in Akron (over 10,000 per year)
Provides all lane and crosswalk marking (over 16,000 gallons of paint per year)
Provides parking and traffic studies for determination of appropriate signage
Installs and maintains traffic signals, controllers, signal poles and allied equipment
Installs and maintains all parking meters
Installs and maintains no parking signs, school zone flashers, and informational signs
Involved in traffic planning for new roadways and land development
Promotes pedestrian and driver safety and efficiency
| ZONING
166 S. HIGH STREET, 400 MUNICIPAL BUILDING
(330) 375-2350
Zoning Section administers the City Zoning Code, Allotment/Subdivision Regulations, Building Line Regulations, Height and Area Regulations, Development Standards, Urban Design, Street Dedications, Street Vacations, and processes Deed Certifications. Zoning enforcement is provided thru the Building Inspection and Plans & Permits Center.
This section serves as the research, review and advisory staff for the Akron City Planning Commission and the Akron Board of Zoning Appeals.
This section is responsible for:
Zoning....
Questions and Information Maps and Zoning Regulations, updates, revisions. Codes and Maps for Zoning, Building Line, etc. Copies for officials and the general public.
Zoning....
Petitions for changes of designated use. Research, review,
Changes....
Changes advice and submission to Planning Commission and Council.
Conditional Zoning....
Requirements for a specified use of particular site.
Allotments....
Research, review, recommendations for the parcelization
Subdivision....
Development of tracts of land for residential, commercial industrial use.
Street Dedication....
Review to determine if street meets regulations as to width, access, public utilities
Street Vacation....
Research to determine if street no longer needed and resulting in the disposal of the land.
Deed....
Review of proposed parcel-of-record changes. Approval permits, certification legal recording for use or sale.
Indeterminate Use....
Oil and gas wells, landfills, recreation facilities, etc.
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