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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Green public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Green Public Art Plan
A 118-page public art plan is in final draft, with historic preservation themes woven throughout. An open house at Community Hall on October 6 lets residents design their own public art concepts.
Veterans Day observance planning
The city needs nominations for a veteran to honor at this year's Veterans Day ceremony, plus a new master of ceremonies after the previous MC left. Nominations can be submitted online, with selections targeted for October.
Warriors Journey Home Witness Tree Program
Warriors Journey Home needs local volunteers to hang 22 dog tags daily on the Witness Tree at Veterans Park, November 1–11, memorializing the veterans lost to suicide each day. The commission is recruiting volunteers to make it a daily community ritual.
Southgate Farm operations and 2026 strategic plan
The city is hiring a consultant to write a strategic plan for running Southgate Farm — 19 firms applied. The goal is better coordination across city departments and prioritized capital projects, with a consultant chosen by end of October.
Lichtenwalter Schoolhouse accessibility walkway funding
The zigzagging accessible walkway between the schoolhouse floors is nearly fully funded — $95,000 secured toward ~$115,000 — with a Summit County CDBG decision pending and construction planned for 2027.
Veterans Advisory Commission expansion and appointment
Legislation to expand the commission by two members is before City Council and expected to pass at its next meeting, with no opposition heard so far.
Loss of the sports complex ball fields
The city turned the youth complex fields back to CAK, leaving 18 fields. Lighting two Greensburg fields (~$500,000) is being floated as a cheaper, faster fix than building new fields — likely a 2028 project.
Kleckner Park buildout and possible property acquisition
The bus garage is open, the adaptive playground arrives this fall, and restrooms open once security issues are sorted. The board is watching four nearby houses, hoping the city or schools can buy them someday to round out the park.
Veterans Rally Point at Kittle's
Kittle's has opened its doors for the commission's monthly veterans rally point (5–7 PM tonight), with sponsorship plans like stickers and giveaways. The challenge remains getting veterans to come out and participate.
Parks income tax fund flexibility (charter amendment R35)
A ballot issue would change how the parks income tax fund can be used, a compromise giving the administration more flexibility while keeping the parks dedication. Humphrey wants even more flexibility; the mayor calls it a good middle step.
Central Park amphitheater rebid
Unsupervised middle-schoolers are vandalizing the amphitheater, restrooms, and splash pad area, and using bad language that's scaring families away. SROs patrol in summer and the city prosecutes repeat offenders.
Transition after parks administrator's resignation
Mike is leaving for North Canton to build their parks department. The city is deciding whether and how to fill his role, with staff changes and budget pressures (the CORE project) shaping the decision.
Memorial Day Parade Flag Program
The commission's flag giveaway at the Memorial Day parade was a hit, and they plan to roughly double the order to 2,000 flags next year. ROTC students helped hand them out.
Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame in Green
Chair Hughes wants to explore creating a local Veterans Hall of Fame in Green — an idea that would need parks, the mayor's office, funding, and ultimately City Council approval.
Creekbaum Park restroom nearly complete
The long-awaited Creekbaum Park restroom — a precast concrete building delivered by crane — should pass final inspection this week and open Monday. Cost: $419,247 including new utility service.