Residents of Lakeside Avenue voiced their concerns during a recent government meeting regarding inadequate street lighting, which they argue poses safety risks. One resident highlighted that despite paying higher taxes, many streetlights remain unlit, leaving significant portions of the street in darkness. This lack of illumination has reportedly led to incidents of vandalism, including cars being keyed.

The resident expressed frustration over the lack of response from city officials, including the mayor and the safety director, after multiple requests for assistance. They emphasized that the responsibility for street lighting lies with Ohio Edison, the utility company, and urged the city to facilitate communication with them to address the issue.

In a related discussion, the resident mentioned their plans to convert one of their properties into a short-term rental, indicating support for such initiatives in the community. They noted that they had no complaints regarding existing short-term rentals in the area, suggesting a positive outlook on the potential benefits these properties could bring to the neighborhood.

City officials acknowledged the concerns raised and committed to contacting Ohio Edison to explore solutions for improving street lighting on Lakeside Avenue. The meeting concluded with a call for further public input, but no additional comments were made by attendees.