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Council committee backs $1.6M Say Yes Cleveland grant to keep scholarships and family‑support specialists

Cuyahoga County Council Education and Environment Sustainability Committee · July 3, 2025
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Summary

Cuyahoga County’s committee endorsed a $1.6 million grant agreement amendment to continue Say Yes Cleveland scholarships and school‑based family support specialists; presenters reported 14,000+ referrals and said they will develop outcome metrics tied to graduation and attendance.

The Cuyahoga County Education and Environment Sustainability Committee voted July 2 to refer Resolution 20250229 to full council with a recommendation of passage to continue funding Say Yes Cleveland’s scholarship and family‑support work.

David Merriman, director of health and human services, said the county is requesting $1.6 million—the same…

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