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Pedestrian safety programs reduce crashes, speeds across Cincinnati neighborhoods

Pedestrian safety programs are reducing vehicle speeds and serious crashes across Cincinnati neighborhoods. City officials say pedestrian safety programs are delivering consistent safety improvements across 22 neighborhoods, based on a recent update to the City Council’s Climate, City Services and Infrastructure Committee. The report highlights how targeted infrastructure changes are slowing drivers and lowering the…

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railway spending shift

Cincinnati Council approves railway spending shift to accelerate infrastructure projects

The recent railway spending shift aims to push stalled infrastructure projects across the finish line. Residents can expect to see immediate results from this railway spending shift in local facilities. A new railway spending shift is moving through Cincinnati City Council this week. Officials believe this railway spending shift will redirect unspent funds to get…

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Cincinnati budget hearings conclude first phase of FY 2027 planning

Cincinnati budget hearings for the upcoming FY 2027 municipal budget have concluded their initial public input phase. The hearings brought residents, nonprofit leaders, and city officials together to discuss priorities before the next stage of budget development. City Council held several public forums in March to collect feedback on how Cincinnati should allocate funding for…

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Cincinnati pension debt plan revives effort to eliminate $850M liability

Cincinnati pension debt remains a major financial challenge as city leaders attempt another plan to eliminate roughly $850 million in retirement liabilities. Cincinnati officials are taking another step toward addressing a long-standing financial burden tied to the city’s retirement system.  The new proposal focuses on eliminating about $850 million in pension liabilities that have…

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Cincinnati city manager salary draws scrutiny as pay reaches $329K

The Cincinnati city manager salary has come under renewed public scrutiny after city records confirmed the top administrative position earns more than $329,000 annually. The debate follows the recent performance review of Cincinnati’s top executive administrator, a role responsible for overseeing daily city operations, managing thousands of employees, and implementing policies approved by elected officials. …

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Cincinnati restructuring

Cincinnati government restructuring aims to accelerate economic development and streamline city operations

Cincinnati restructuring plans are moving forward as city leaders consider a sweeping overhaul of how the local government manages economic development and growth. City leaders say the changes could reshape how development projects move through City Hall.  Officials believe the overhaul, part of the Cincinnati restructuring efforts, could simplify approvals, improve coordination among agencies, and…

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Cincinnati city budget

Public input sought as the Cincinnati city budget faces a massive shortfall

Residents are invited to share their priorities for the upcoming Cincinnati city budget. Officials warn of potential cuts as the Cincinnati city budget faces ongoing financial pressures. Cincinnati officials are currently crafting the city’s next financial plan. They are asking residents and community organizations to weigh in early. Leaders want clear feedback on neighborhood spending…

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Real Property Reparations

Cincinnati $5M Real Property Reparations Motion Explained

What the Cincinnati Real Property Reparations Motion Directs On February 19, members of Cincinnati City Council introduced a motion directing the city administration to design a Cincinnati Real Property Reparations Program backed by an initial $5 million investment. The proposal is not a symbolic resolution. It outlines a specific housing-focused framework that would use public…

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