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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Canton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
2026 City Budget and Employee Compensation
Management and non-bargaining employees would get a 3% pay bump starting January 2027. It affects the city's payroll costs and, indirectly, the budget taxpayers fund.
Food Protection License Fee Adjustments
The board scheduled a public hearing and third reading on a resolution to amend food protection license fees as required by Ohio law.
Outside Legal Counsel Expenditures
Residents questioned why the city is paying $12,709 to an outside law firm for Perry Township water service legal work when the city funds an internal law department.