Akron in Action
Akron in Action
Podcast Description
Akron in Action is a series where you’ll hear directly from the folks doing the hard work every day to move the city of Akron, Ohio forward.
Every month, we’ll be taking you behind the scenes into different departments and topics of your city government.
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The podcast covers themes related to city governance, community engagement, and local initiatives, such as youth opportunities, public safety, and community development. Each episode showcases specific projects and interviews, like discussing student success with Mayor Malik and strategist Denico Buckley-Knight.

Akron in Action is a series where you’ll hear directly from the folks doing the hard work every day to move the city of Akron, Ohio forward.
Every month, we’ll be taking you behind the scenes into different departments and topics of your city government.
How can we make it easier for Akronites to live, build, and stay here in our city? Hear from Director of Planning Kyle Julien and Director of Opportunity and Engagement Esther Thomas about the work of the Planning Department and our new Right to Counsel pilot program. Plus, Kyle, Esther, and Alexis dig into what it means to be a good neighbor and the power of vibrant neighborhoods.
Learn more about the Planning and Urban Development Department here: https://bit.ly/3PlezAxLearn more about the Right to Counsel Pilot Program here: https://bit.ly/3HQMpJVLearn more about the ”Made in Akron” Housing Plans: https://bit.ly/4cHcdFX and https://bit.ly/4a9Wfkx
Housing is part of our Living Together pillar for the Together for Akron plan. You can read the full plan at AkronOhio.Gov/TogetherForAkron.
Follow us on Facebook (@AkronOhio) or Instagram (@AkronMayorMalik) to see updates on what else we're working on!

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