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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Cuyahoga County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Small Business Program contracts
Nine community lenders and nonprofits will share up to $3 million to help small businesses over two years — final vote October 13.
Cuyahoga County Airport leases
Three airport lease deals — with Flexjet, ReCon Development, and Corporate Wings — were referred to committee, bringing the county roughly $6.25 million in expected revenue for hangars and plane tie-downs.
Erieview Tower and Galleria redevelopment loan
The county is considering a $2 million place-based loan to help redevelop the Erieview Tower and Galleria in downtown Cleveland — referred to committee.
Hikma Pharmaceuticals expansion incentive
A $2.5 million county incentive agreement would support Hikma Pharmaceuticals' expansion at 200 Northfield Road in Bedford — moves to final adoption July 21.
Consumer protection code overhaul
The county rewrote its consumer protection code so the department can actually fine violators, and created an appeals board for businesses. Weights and measures rules were also modernized.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony frequency
Council amended the county's hotel-tax-funded agreement with the Rock Hall so the Induction Ceremony returns to Cleveland more often — a boost for downtown tourism.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame funding agreement
A deal changing how often the Rock Hall Induction Ceremony is held in Cleveland advanced toward final adoption on May 26.