At-Large Council Member· 2026-01-01 - 2027-12-31 (elected Nov 2025 seat vacated by Giavasis's move to President; listed on Council Rules 2026-2027; January 1, 2026 start; ORC §731.03 (council terms of two years commencing the first day of January next after election; term ends December 31); 2026-2027 term per Council Rules of Procedure passed 1/5/26; term expires December 31, 2027)
Joe Cole
Canton
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 1
- Total speaking time
- 0:52
- Avg per meeting
- 0:52
- Segments
- 7
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Top issues during term (5)(Environment)
$20 Million Private Water Line Replacement Project
Secures $1.35 million in grant funding and $1.65 million in zero-percent interest loans across both projects.
Urban Tree Canopy and Climate Resilience
The plan aims to lower municipal and resident energy costs and open access to state and federal grant funds.
Perry Township Water Service and Annexation Impasse
May affect property values and transaction timelines for township real estate.
water utility dispute
Future home values and local business investments could take a hit if construction grinds to a halt due to lack of water access.
environmental health study
Local businesses might have to spend money on new environmental upgrades, but we all save on future health costs.
Decisions during term (0)
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Voting record (0)(Environment)
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