The Public Meetings Report for the week of March 2 2026

From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠.

In this week’s Public Meetings Report, news and highlights from the first three days of the city’s budget hearings. Listen to learn more.

The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: 

• Bilal Hakeem

• Tommy Oddo

• Jamie Harman

Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak, with help from Mary Ellen Huesken, Lila Mills, and Rachel Dissell. 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:

• Everything you missed from Cleveland’s 2026 budget hearings By Cleveland Documenters
• General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Afternoon Session] Notes Feb. 17, 2026 
• General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Morning Session] Notes Feb. 18, 2026 
• General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Morning Session] Notes Feb. 19, 2026

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: 

• General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Afternoon Session] Feb. 17, 2026 
• General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Morning Session] Feb. 18, 2026 
• General Fund Budget Hearings, Cleveland City Council [Morning Session] Feb. 19, 2026
  

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Feb. 21, 2026

From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠.

In this week’s Public Meetings Report, 15 critical social worker positions remain open at Cuyahoga County’s Division of Children and Family Services. Plus, members of Cleveland City Council address school closures, Cleveland Clinic expansion at ward community meetings. Learn more in this week’s episode.

The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: 

• Marvetta Rutherford

• Julia Brookover 

• Sabrina Adams

• Andrea Jones  

• Mikayla Coleman 

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 Division of Children and Family Services Advisory Board Notes Feb. 4, 2026
• Ward 6 community meeting, Cleveland City Council Notes Feb. 10, 2026
• Ward 10 community meeting, Cleveland City Council Notes Feb. 10, 2026
• Cuyahoga County Council Notes, Feb. 10, 2026

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 
• Division of Children and Family Services pulling fewer families ‘into system’ By Frank W. Lewis and Cleveland Documenters 
• Here’s what you can do if a loved one is having a mental health crisis By Stephanie Casanova 
• Cleveland Clinic pitches new trauma center to nearby East Side residents By Celia Hack 

Recordings: 

• Cuyahoga County Council, Feb. 10, 2026

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Feb. 7, 2026.

From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠.

In this week’s Public Meetings Report, RTA and city officials discuss parking on W. 25th St. Plus, the city makes its case to Cleveland City Council to close Burke Lakefront Airport. Learn more in this week’s episode.

The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: 

• Stephanie Manning

• Jamie Harman

• Lori Ingram

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, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority Notes Jan. 20, 2026
• Health, Human Services and Aging committee, Cuyahoga County Council Notes Jan. 21, 2026
• Transportation and Mobility committee, Cleveland City Council Notes, Jan. 21, 2026

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 
• Mayor Justin Bibb still wants to close Burke Lakefront Airport, but what it could become is far from settled By Nick Castele 

Recordings: 

• Board of Trustees, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority, Jan. 20, 2026
• Health, Human Services and Aging committee, Cuyahoga County Council, Jan. 21, 2026
• Transportation and Mobility committee, Cleveland City Council, Jan. 21, 2026

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Jan. 26, 2025

From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠.

In this week’s Public Meetings Report, The Music Settlement visits Cleveland City Council looking for help finishing its expansion. Plus, the Cleveland Metropolitan School District discusses proposed changes to its school year calendar. Learn more in this week’s episode. 

The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: 

• Ava Carubia

• Bilal Hakeem   

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:

• Health, Human Services and The Arts committee, Cleveland City Council Notes, Jan. 12, 2026
• Cleveland Metropolitan School District Board of Education Work Session Notes, Jan. 13, 2026
• CMSD teachers urge board to adjust Wilbur Wright proposed start times for Muslim students By Cleveland Documenters
• Music Settlement drums up support for $12 million University Circle expansion 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 
• ‘We’re still here’: Cleveland health official says equity work will continue in spite of anti-DEI rules By Celia Hack 
• CMSD’s merger plans are underway. Tell us how it’s going By Franziska Wild 

Recordings: 

• Health, Human Services and The Arts committee, Cleveland City Council, Jan. 12, 2026
• Cleveland Metropolitan School District Board of Education Work Session, Jan. 13, 2026

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Jan. 19, 2025

From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠.

In this week’s Public Meetings Report, RTA gives an update on how Browns’ stadium plans may affect public transit. Plus, the Beachland Ballroom is approved for landmark status. Learn more in this week’s episode. 

The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: 

• Jamie Harman

• 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 produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. 

Show Notes:

Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:

• Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority committee meetings Notes, Jan. 6, 2026
• Cleveland Landmarks Commission Notes, Jan. 8, 2026 
• Beachland Ballroom nominated for Cleveland Landmark status By Cleveland Documenters 
• RTA tees up $20 million of work to support new railcars 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 
• Yes, there are microplastics in Lake Erie. Here’s what you need to know By Devin Nunnari 

Recordings: 

• Committee meetings, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority, Jan. 6, 2026
• Cleveland Landmarks Commission, Jan. 8, 2026 

The Public Meetings Report for the week of Jan. 12, 2025

From ⁠Signal Cleveland⁠ and ⁠Cleveland Documenters⁠.

In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland City Council swears in three new members in wards 7, 11, and 12. Plus, a local day care in a residential area is expanding its services. Learn more in this week’s episode.

The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: 

• Annie Maglicic

• Christina Easter

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. 

Signal Cleveland Documenters coverage:

• Cleveland City Council Notes, Jan. 5, 2026
• Cleveland Board of Zoning Appeals Notes, Jan. 5, 2026
• New Cleveland City Council term begins with cheers and a call for trust 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 
• Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. in Cleveland By Najee Hall 
• Did Cuyahoga County raise your property tax too high? Now’s your chance to complain By Frank W. Lewis 

Recordings: 

• Cleveland City Council, Jan. 5, 2026
• Cleveland Board of Zoning Appeals, Jan. 5, 2026

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