City of Akron Council Meeting - 9.28.2026

The Akron City Council meeting held on September 28, 2026, included several procurement and contracting discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of contracts for replacing automotive lifts at the central services facility with Snap On and North Coast Equipment Specialists, and emergency repair contracts awarded to Spano Brothers Construction for a water main break. The council also authorized contracts for professional engineering services related to sedimentation basin structural repairs and a water plant backup generator replacement study. Additionally, legislation was passed to support the expansion of the ARC Data Center, including land assembly and utility considerations, and to enter into a contract with Harmony House Incorporated for developing affordable supportive housing units funded by the American Rescue Plan. The council approved a special assessment for public improvements in the Highland Square Special Improvement District and authorized a consent agreement with the Ohio Department of Transportation for a state route project. Several ordinances were passed with emergency declarations and suspensions of rules, reflecting the council's focus on infrastructure improvements, public safety, and community development. Public comments addressed concerns about surveillance technology and privacy. The meeting concluded with committee assignments and community updates.