Council President· ORC §731.03 (council terms of two years commencing the first day of January next after election); won May 2023 Democratic primary for council president (Repository); January 1, 2024 term start, term ended December 31, 2025; Officials of the City of Canton 2024 list; succeeded as President by Louis P. Giavasis (Council Rules 2026-2027)
Kristen Bates Aylward
Canton
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Top issues during term (2)(General)
lawsuit over public comment ban
Taxpayers could end up footing a hefty legal bill if the city has to defend its ban in court.
rental property inspections
Property owners might face higher compliance or legal costs, which could ultimately trickle down to renters in the form of higher monthly rent.
Decisions during term (0)
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No decisions found matching General.