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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Cincinnati public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Vibrancy Art Fund and Arts Collaboration
A new fund will support artists and organizations in neighborhoods historically shortchanged by public and private arts investment, with Black Art Speaks leading application review and ArtsWave handling the money. Some members pressed for Black Art Speaks to be the fiscal agent.
Paul Clock Bell Tower Acquisition and Restoration
Councilmember Walsh wants the city to move ahead with Option 2 to acquire and restore the historic Paul Clock Bell Tower and take ownership. The question goes to the infrastructure committee.
Neumann Clubhouse replacement
$5 million in park bond money would fund replacing the Neumann Clubhouse, including equipment and furniture — a significant reinvestment in a neighborhood recreation facility.
Library Services and Community Partnerships
The committee reviewed programs and services offered through the public library system to support Cincinnati youth and families.
Municipal Golf Course Infrastructure Upgrades
The city is reallocating over $4.1 million from a delayed clubhouse project and golf revenues to fund much-needed facility improvements, irrigation upgrades, and new equipment across city-owned golf courses.