Sheriff Alexander acknowledges the Mayor's forcefulness and his obvious passion for the job, which he views as attributes that Akron needs to make it through challenging times like we are having now. He believes the Mayor is definitely the "right man for the job" and that Don Plusquellic always puts the city's needs first.
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Spotlight: Summit County Sheriff Drew Alexander talks about The Mayor & Law Enforcement
Mayor Don Plusquellic has advanced several initiatives designed to improve the area's law enforcement capabilities, streamline operations and help save taxpayer money by avoiding duplication of services. In this video, Summit County Sheriff Drew Alexander points out the Mayor's willingness to listen to new ideas, his desire to promote collaboration, and his creativity in developing better approaches to law enforcement and public service in general.
Sheriff Alexander acknowledges the Mayor's forcefulness and his obvious passion for the job, which he views as attributes that Akron needs to make it through challenging times like we are having now. He believes the Mayor is definitely the "right man for the job" and that Don Plusquellic always puts the city's needs first.
Sheriff Alexander acknowledges the Mayor's forcefulness and his obvious passion for the job, which he views as attributes that Akron needs to make it through challenging times like we are having now. He believes the Mayor is definitely the "right man for the job" and that Don Plusquellic always puts the city's needs first.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Spotlight: DAP Chairman Gary Rickel on the Transformation of Downtown
When you take a close look at the changes in downtown Akron over the past 20 years, the results are really remarkable. In this video, Gary Rickel of CB Richard Ellis and the Chairman of the Downtown Akron Partnership (DAP) talks about the transformation of downtown during the tenure of Mayor Plusquellic, and how the Mayor's vision and energy have led to so much positive change.
From Canal Place and the new student housing and retail space going in on South Main Street, to Lock 3 Park and the lofts at Northside, downtown is finally reaching is potential, with a healthy mix of office, retail and residential development coming together. Rickel explains that a healthy downtown is critical to the Akron area, and that Mayor Plusquellic has been the catalyst for the steady improvement and growth in the city's Central Business District.
From Canal Place and the new student housing and retail space going in on South Main Street, to Lock 3 Park and the lofts at Northside, downtown is finally reaching is potential, with a healthy mix of office, retail and residential development coming together. Rickel explains that a healthy downtown is critical to the Akron area, and that Mayor Plusquellic has been the catalyst for the steady improvement and growth in the city's Central Business District.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Spotlight: Former Mayoral Candidate on Don Plusquellic's Leadership
About 20 years ago, Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic won a hard-fought Democratic primary against public relations expert and community leader David Meeker. It was a tough campaign, with plenty of back-and-forth, as Plusquellic defended the seat he had inherited when then-mayor Tom Sawyer was elected to Congress.
In this video, Dave talks about the leadership and passion that Mayor Plusquellic brings to his job, as well as the remarkable progress the city has made during his tenure in office. He also addresses the need for all of Akron's citizens to work together toward positive goals - particularly during tough economic times like we are experiencing right now.
In this video, Dave talks about the leadership and passion that Mayor Plusquellic brings to his job, as well as the remarkable progress the city has made during his tenure in office. He also addresses the need for all of Akron's citizens to work together toward positive goals - particularly during tough economic times like we are experiencing right now.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Spotlight: HBA leaders talk about Neighborhood Development - Part One
Of course, we all know the home building industry is taking a hit now in the current economy. But as Tony Crasi, President of the Home Builders Association, and Carmine Torio, the group's Executive VP point out, creative and committed leadership can find ways to make development happen--even in tough times. In this video, both men discuss the Mayor's determination to improve housing and build neighborhoods, as well as his ability to bring various groups together to exchange ideas.
In noting the Mayor's critical role in consensus-building, Crasi and Torio detail their first-hand experience of his openness and willingness to explain his decisions. They also point out that despite claims to the contrary, the city's efforts to develop Akron's neighborhoods and improve housing have matched efforts directed toward downtown, and that there has been a healthy balance overall.
In noting the Mayor's critical role in consensus-building, Crasi and Torio detail their first-hand experience of his openness and willingness to explain his decisions. They also point out that despite claims to the contrary, the city's efforts to develop Akron's neighborhoods and improve housing have matched efforts directed toward downtown, and that there has been a healthy balance overall.
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