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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Stow public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Lawsuit
Omni Fiber is taking Stow to federal court to force the city to let them build a fiber internet network. If they win, you could finally get faster, more competitive internet options at home.
Surveillance Technology
Stow police are crediting their new Flock license-plate reading cameras with helping them crack 80 different cases. It's a clear sign that automated tech is becoming a massive part of local policing.
All-America City Award
Stow is chasing the National Civic League's All-America City Award, leaning on its zoning rewrite, public arts plan, school safety work and charter review. Council members also want more direct resident engagement, from revived open houses to senior center sessions.
Civic Award Celebration
Stow is throwing a party to celebrate winning the All-America City award, which is a pretty cool shout-out for our community's hard work and local pride. It's a great excuse for neighbors to get together and celebrate what makes living here awesome.
Judicial Removal
The Ohio Supreme Court just kicked Stow Municipal Court Judge Kim Hoover off the bench, totally shaking up our local legal scene. It's a massive leadership change for the city's court system.
City Resolution
Adding 'Black Lives Matter' to a Stow city resolution has sparked intense debate, highlighting deep community divisions over the use of symbolic language in local government. Residents and officials are sharply split on whether such phrases belong in official city policies.