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Public commenter accuses council of targeting minority-owned businesses
Akron City Council · September 30, 2025
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Summary
A registered public commenter, identified as Jarreau, told council he believed minority-owned businesses were being penalized and singled out after incidents of crime, and urged councilmembers to act differently toward businesses in minority neighborhoods.
During the public-comment portion of the meeting one registered speaker, identified as Jarreau, criticized the council and asked why some minority-owned businesses are being closed after incidents of crime while other venues remain open.
Sworn before speaking, Jarreau said…
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