Committee of the Whole (PM session) - June 1, 2026

The Cleveland City Council Committee of the Whole met on June 1, 2026, to discuss a range of procurement and development issues. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of a special energy improvement project for the renovation of the 629 Euclid building into an AC by Marriott hotel, with project financing through a special assessment agreement. The council also considered legislation regulating short-term rentals, including licensing and density caps, with input from local stakeholders and developers. Parking regulations and fee structures were debated, focusing on affordability and data collection for assessment. Significant discussion centered on a complex economic development agreement with Brook Park concerning the International Exposition Center (EX Center) and surrounding land, aiming to end a longstanding tax-sharing arrangement and litigation, and to unlock development potential for nearly 200 acres of land. The council deferred final action on this matter to allow for further review and information gathering. Additional procurement actions included contract renewals for demolition and parking management services at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, acceptance of grants for public safety equipment, and authorization for the purchase of an ADA-compliant software solution for council digital content. Motions to amend towing fees and regulations were introduced but held for further consideration. Overall, the meeting involved multiple contract renewals, capital improvement projects, and policy discussions with significant implications for future procurement and economic development in Cleveland.