The Public Meetings Report for the week of Dec. 29, 2025

From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠.

In this week’s Public Meetings Report, we’ll take a look back at some highlights of the many public comments residents have made at local government meetings in 2025. Learn more in this week’s episode.

The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:

• Tommy Oddo

• Antoinette Williams

• Jamie Harman

• Kellie Morris

The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM.

Show Notes:

Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:

• Cuyahoga County Council Notes, Sept. 9. 2025
• Lakewood City Council Notes, Oct. 6, 2025
• Cleveland City Council Notes, Oct. 27, 2025
• Board of Education, Cleveland Metropolitan School District Notes, Dec. 9, 2025

Signal Cleveland reporting:

• ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall
• ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee Hall
• We have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall

Recordings:

• Cuyahoga County Council, Sept. 9. 2025
• Lakewood City Council, Oct. 6, 2025
• Cleveland City Council, Oct. 27, 2025
• Board of Education, Cleveland Metropolitan School District, Dec. 9, 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of December 29, 2025

From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠.

In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cuyahoga County Council approves its budget amid concerns and one no vote by Council members. Plus, RTA’s CEO India Birdsong-Terry addresses violence at stations. Learn more in this week’s episode.

The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:

• Carly Elliott,

• Alicia Moreland

• Anna Truax

Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell.

The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM.

Show Notes:

Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:

• Cuyahoga County Council Notes, Dec. 9, 2025
• Lead Safety Advisory Board Notes, Dec. 11, 2025
• Cleveland Landmarks Commission Notes, Dec. 11, 2025
• Two churches and Kamm’s Corner centerpiece in line for landmark status By Cleveland Documenters

Signal Cleveland reporting:

• ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall
• ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee Hall
• We have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall

Recordings:

• Cuyahoga County Council, Dec. 9, 2025
• Lead Safety Advisory Board, Dec. 11, 2025
• Cleveland Landmarks Commission, Dec. 11, 2025

Earlier this month, Signal Cleveland reporters and Cleveland Documenters closely covered the Cleveland Metropolitan School District’s plan to merge and close dozens of schools. This episode of the Public Meetings Report brings you inside the meeting where the board approved that plan — including public comments from parents, teachers, and residents who spoke directly to district leaders before the unanimous vote. If you want to hear the key voices and understand the big takeaways in about five minutes, this episode is for you.

The Documenter whose work contributed to this episode is:

• Kellie Morris.

Her work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell.

The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM.

SHOW NOTES:

Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:

• Board of Education, Cleveland Metropolitan School District Notes Dec. 9, 2025
• Parents, students voice concerns about plan to merge, close schools By Cleveland Documenters

Signal Cleveland reporting:

• CMSD’s merger plans are underway. Tell us how it’s going By Franziska Wild
• CMSD approved its school merger plan. Here’s what comes next By Franziska Wild
• CMSD board approves historic plan to consolidate schools By Franziska Wild
• Parents, students voice concerns about plan to merge, close schools By Franziska Wild
• ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall
• ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee Hall
• We have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall

Recordings:

• Board of Education, Cleveland Metropolitan School District, Dec. 9, 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Dec. 15, 2025

From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠.

In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland City Council approves a $100 million deal between the City of Cleveland and the Cleveland Browns. Plus, RTA changes its DEI policy to comply with federal orders. Learn more in this week’s episode.

The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:

• Tucker Handley

• Maria Shuckahosee

Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell.

The Public Meetings Report is a production of Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM.SHOW NOTES:

Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:

• Cleveland City Council Notes Dec. 1, 2025
• Board of Trustees committees, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority Notes Dec. 2, 2025
• Greater Cleveland RTA removing DEI language to comply with federal requirements By Cleveland Documenters
• It’s a wrap! Council finishes for 2025 with Browns stadium deal, farewells to outgoing members By Cleveland Documenters

Signal Cleveland reporting:

• ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall
• ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee Hall
• We have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall
• Winter got an early start in Cleveland. Here are some places to find help By Signal Cleveland Staff

Recordings:

• Cleveland City Council, Dec. 1, 2025
• Board of Trustees committees, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority Dec. 2, 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Dec. 8, 2025

From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠.

In this week’s Public Meetings Report, The Cleveland Metroparks is closing the seals and sea lions exhibit. Plus, the Board of Zoning Appeals denies approval for a Tremont auto repair shop. Learn more in this week’s episode.

The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:

• Julia Brookover

• Gayle Gadison

• Laurie Redmon

Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell.

The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM.

Show Notes:

Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:

• Board of Park Commissioners, Cleveland Metroparks Notes Nov. 20, 2025
• Cleveland Board of Zoning Appeals Notes Nov. 24. 2025
• Cleveland City Council Notes Nov. 24, 2025
• Metroparks tracking tax revenue; zoo to relocate seals and sea lions, repurpose exhibit By Cleveland Documenters

Signal Cleveland reporting:

• ‘Be the change you want to see’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Tucker Handley By Najee Hall
• ‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland By Najee Hall
• We have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall
• Winter got an early start in Cleveland. Here are some places to find help By Signal Cleveland Staff
• ‘It changed my boys’ life’: These parents are fighting for one of Cleveland’s smallest schools By Franziska Wild

Recordings:

• Cleveland City Council November 24, 2025
• Cleveland Board of Zoning Appeals Nov. 24, 2025

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Nov. 24, 2025

From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠.

In this week’s Public Meetings Report, RTA’s Board of Trustees reviews Shaker Square upgrades and gets a $9 million budget request to cover increases in health care costs in 2025. Learn more in this week’s episode.

The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:

• Lori Ingram

• Marvetta Rutherford,

• Janenell Smith

Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell.

The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM.

Show Notes:

Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:

• Board of Trustees’ Committee of the Whole, committee meetings, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority Notes Nov. 4, 2025
• Board of Commissioners, Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Notes Nov. 5, 2025
• Ward 5 Community Meeting, Cleveland City Council Notes Nov. 6, 2025
• MetroHealth, safety officials outline future plans and financial strains at packed county council meeting By Cleveland Documenters
• Fry that turkey outside! Firefighter offers holiday safety tips By Cleveland Documenters
• Cleveland residents push council on Tanisha’s Law, focus on crisis response By Cleveland Documenters

Signal Cleveland reporting:

• ‘We have to be able to come together’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Kathryn Johnson By Najee Hall
• ‘It’s time for the next generation to shine’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Gayle Gadison By Najee Hall
• ‘It’s a part of the new me’: Meet Cleveland Documenter, Angela Rush By Najee Hall
• Where to find free and affordable Thanksgiving meals and supplies in Cleveland in 2025 By Najee Hall

• Recordings:
  Board of Trustees’ Committee of the Whole, committee meetings, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority Nov. 4, 2025