This City of Warren, Ohio meeting held on February 23, 2026, featured a discussion with Justine Blank, a local business leader specializing in RFID (radio frequency identification) technology. The conversation highlighted the company's growth, including its seven patents and partnerships with major clients such as NASA, the Air Force, Parker Hannifan, and Kimberly Clark. The business focuses on embedded RFID technology for defense, retail, and healthcare sectors, with recent deployments in hospital vendor managed inventory systems. The company is expanding manufacturing operations in Northeast Ohio and has been appointed to a state advisory board to help shape regional defense and innovation initiatives. While no specific procurement contracts or budget allocations were discussed, the meeting emphasized the importance of local infrastructure, networking, and support to foster business growth and job creation in the community.

Minutes with the the Mayor - March