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Council approves Firestone Park improvements, including outdoor exercise equipment, by unanimous vote
Summary
Akron City Council approved an ordinance authorizing the mayor to contract for Firestone Park improvements, including new exercise equipment at Hines Hillcrest Park. The council suspended the rules and passed the ordinance 13‑0.
Akron City Council voted to authorize the mayor or his designee to enter into contracts for Firestone Park improvements, including new outdoor exercise equipment at Hines Hillcrest Park.
Councilwoman Connor said the measure "will provide outdoor exercise equipment for the citizens living near the Hines Hillcrest Park to continue our effort to improve the quality of life at with improved parks." The council suspended the rules at the committee's request and approved the ordinance by voice vote; the clerk announced the ordinance passed 13 to 0.
The ordinance authorizes the mayor to solicit bids, accept quotes, or self‑perform work for the improvements and to expend funds accordingly. Council did not provide additional line‑item budget detail during the floor action that night.
