Public Notice: Council Passages and 2026 Municipal Budget Briefing

Official Notice: Passage of Tanisha’s Law

The City of Cleveland announces the unanimous passage of Tanisha’s Law by the City Council on February 2, 2026. This landmark legislation establishes a new Bureau of Crisis Response within the Division of Emergency Medical Services (EMS). The bureau is designed to improve the city’s response to mental health emergency calls by integrating mental health professionals and specialized care response teams. An annual public report and a data dashboard will be maintained to ensure transparency and program efficacy.

Emergency Resolution: Opposition to State Immigration Bills

Official notice is hereby given that the Cleveland City Council has passed an emergency resolution strongly opposing several pending Ohio House and Senate bills that would mandate local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Councilmembers cited concerns regarding the potential penalization of local public agencies and hospitals. Mayor Justin Bibb reaffirmed that the administration will prioritize local public safety and will not task the Cleveland Division of Police with general federal immigration enforcement.

2026 Municipal Budget and Service Bids

The Mayor’s Office has released a $2.3 billion budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year. The proposal outlines a “realistically conservative” approach following strong revenues in 2025, with significant allocations for road resurfacing, recreation center repairs, and a 3% wage increase for unionized city employees. Additionally, the Department of Public Utilities has issued a closing notice for several competitive bids today, February 3, 2026, including contracts for traffic control cabinets, scale calibration, and truck repairs. Bids for regional snow removal services remain open until February 4.

Health Advisory: Seasonal Flu and Air Quality Codes

The Cleveland Department of Public Health advises residents of a rise in seasonal flu cases involving the H3N2 'subclade K' strain. Residents are encouraged to monitor symptoms such as fever and respiratory distress. Separately, public pressure continues regarding a stalled update to the city’s air pollution control code. Community advocates are calling for stricter permitting processes for facilities in neighborhoods disproportionately affected by poor air quality to reduce local asthma rates.

Community Engagement: February Hiring Events

The Fairfax Renaissance Development Corporation, in coordination with city partners, begins its February series of hiring events today, February 3, at 8111 Quincy Avenue. Today’s event focuses on frontline service positions, including case managers and outreach workers. Additional city-wide job fairs are scheduled later this month at the Public Auditorium.