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Topics getting the most attention in Stow public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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HighEnvironment

Municipal electrification feasibility study

A council-suggested goal: exploring whether city staff vehicles should be electric or hybrid, starting with a pilot program rather than a full fleet replacement.

8 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Nov 5, 2026

HighEnvironment

Water rate increase (Ordinance 2026-137)

Water rates haven't gone up since 2011, and the city faces aging lines, 98 main breaks last year, and budget deficits. The committee sent a four-year, 38-cent increase to council — expect bills to rise gradually rather than all at once.

8 mentions (3 this month)Last discussed Oct 22, 2026

HighEnvironment

Greenhouse gas inventory data delays

Consultants have the GIS data for the tree-canopy assessment and will compare findings with Stow's 2013 study. Meanwhile, city departments are being asked to supply data for the first greenhouse gas inventory.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 14, 2026