Public Information Officer appointment (Ordinance 2026-164)
Stow
Summary
Ashley Cook was confirmed as the city's new public information officer, effective immediately as an emergency measure.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Establishes compensation for a new city position.
Residents get improved city communications; the appointee gains employment.
Taxpayers bearing the cost of expanded staffing, per Coffey's objections.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council - Oct 8, 2026
Ashley Cook was confirmed as the city's new public information officer, effective immediately as an emergency measure.
Committee of the Whole - Jul 9, 2026
The city wants to convert its part-time PIO into a full-time position at paygrade 10. Supporters say it's essential with local media gone; Coffey worries about the pace of adding full-time staff and budget impact.
City Council - Jul 9, 2026
The PIO job moves from part-time to full-time on a 4-3 vote, letting the city advertise and fill the position immediately.
Committee of the Whole - Mar 12, 2026
Two new part-time positions in the Department of Community Outreach stalled in committee. The mayor argued the amphitheater programmer is essential to delivering the promised 100+ events a year; Coffey countered that the city is adding six full-time positions this year.
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