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At a glance: Akron council approves cybersecurity policy, Tallmadge water agreement and AMATS grant application

Akron City Council · November 25, 2025
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Summary

Akron City Council unanimously approved an ordinance adopting a cybersecurity program, an agreement to provide surplus water to Tallmadge, and authorized applying for AMATS grant funds; several other planning and redevelopment items were placed on the consent agenda.

Akron City Council approved a series of ordinances and motions during its Nov. 28 meeting, most by unanimous voice vote after committee reports and requests to suspend the rules.

Key outcomes recorded in the meeting transcript:

- Cybersecurity program and policy adopted (Item 1, old business): Committee reported favorably and the rules were suspended; the ordinance was announced as passing 13 to 0. The ordinance authorizes the chief technology manager to take appropriate actions in the event of a cybersecurity or ransomware incident, including making required local and state…

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