This campaign began with a simple idea: that Akron is an amazing place, with everything it needs to succeed and thrive, if only we could agree on a shared vision for where we’re going and how we get there — a set of priorities that can guide us in making people’s lives better.
And now, together, we can make that idea a reality.
Together for Akron is a unifying vision for our city’s future, rooted in safe neighborhoods, good schools, affordable homes, equitable economic opportunity, and environmental sustainability.
We are going to be more strategic, with priorities that remain consistent in year 1, year 2, year 3, year 4, and beyond.
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Safer Together
A comprehensive approach to public safety that builds trust, embraces proactive and effective models of policing, and strategically tackles upstream causes of violence.
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Working Together
A plan for strengthening downtown and neighborhood business districts, as well as supporting equitable economic opportunities and removing barriers that keep people from working.
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Living Together
Decisive action for addressing decades-long health and housing crises and supporting environmentally sustainable, safe, and equitable development throughout our city.
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Learning Together
A collaborative approach for building dynamic learning opportunities, from our youngest learners through workforce readiness and redevelopment programs, that support economies of the future.