Council President (at-large)· 2026–2029
Anita Davis
Youngstown
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 15
- Total speaking time
- 1:43:05
- Avg per meeting
- 6:52
- Segments
- 3885
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Top issues during term (17)(General)
Data Center Development and Moratorium Proposal
Potential increases in local utility and energy costs for residents.
SOBE Thermal Energy System Crisis and District Heating Study
Up to $130,000 for the professional services agreement, addressing potential economic impacts on downtown payrolls.
Opposition to Sanctuary/Welcoming City Policies
Involves tracking seed money and administrative grant funds.
sewage rate increase
Your monthly utility bills are going up to help cover $170 million in necessary sewage repairs.
Zoning and Business Licensing for Cook's Corner
Economic viability of a long-standing neighborhood commercial property.
town hall meeting
There is no direct financial cost for attending, but the decisions discussed could ultimately impact your local taxes and city spending.
utility rates
You could save money on your monthly energy bills if the city successfully caps the proposed rate hike.
Lead Service Line Replacement and Water Infrastructure
Totaling $79,019.83 across two emergency repair contracts.
SOBE Steam System Assessment Agreement
Cost not to exceed $130,000 for professional services.
bridge removal
Demolishing an aging bridge is going to cost taxpayers upfront, but it's going to save the city from dumping more money into endless repairs down the road.
Potential Relocation of Board of Elections to Canfield Road
Requires over $1.5 million in renovations, with requests for municipal property conveyance or financial partnership.
business retention
If the store closes, the city and neighborhood take a hit on local jobs and easy access to fresh groceries.
public health advisory
Potential lost productivity from sidelined city crews and extra healthcare costs if people get sick.
legal action
Taxpayers could end up footing the bill for costly legal fees or potential environmental cleanup.
state assistance
It could save the city money or cost us dearly depending on how the state steps in.
utility regulation
Keeping downtown heating stable protects local businesses from sudden utility spikes and costly emergency repairs.
legal intervention
While the exact legal costs aren't detailed, having a voice in the courtroom helps protect the city's bottom line from unfavorable rulings.
Decisions during term (1)
Recorded while Davis was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.