City of Lorain, OH

06/23/2026

06/22/2026

PUBLICATION OF LEGISLATION

The following is a summary of legislation adopted by Lorain City Council on June 15, 2026. The complete text of each item may be viewed or purchased in the Clerk of Council Office @ Lorain City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH, during normal business hours or contact Breanna Dull @ 204-2050 ([email protected]). The following summary of legislation passed has been reviewed/approved by the Law Director for legal accuracy as required by state laws.

Reso 24-26 Recognizing & commending the 2026 Lorain International Princesses and the Lorain International Association. 25-26 Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of Zelek Flower Shop. Ord. 71-26* Appropriation. 72-26* Auth the Police Chief to accept the award of the 2024 Project Safe Neighborhood Grant. 73-26 Auth Treasurer to enter into an agrmt w/ Keith D. Weiner & Associates for the collection of delinquent income tax balances. 74-26 Ratifying the acceptance of grant funding from the US Dept of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for a community funding project awarded through Congressional spending earmark. 75-26* Auth S/S Dir. To enter into contract for the Longfellow Skatepark project in the City of Lorain. 76-26* Appropriation. (*Denotes legislation was passed as an emergency.)

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06/17/2026

Good Afternoon!

The City of Lorain Building, Housing and Planning Department is pleased to announce the launch of the Housing Counseling program. Lorain residents interested in pre-purchase home-buying topics—such as financial management, credit, loan shopping, and steps to purchasing a home—can now register for the July 𝙁𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩-𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙃𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝘽𝙪𝙮𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙥.

Visit www.cityoflorain.org/639/first-time-home-buyer-classes to sign up. The deadline to register is July 6th, and space is limited. For more information, email Jani Justice at [email protected].

We hope to see you there!

06/16/2026

Good Afternoon!

Families and organizations across the community are invited to unplug, connect with nature at the upcoming Free Fishing Event, a day dedicated to promoting mental wellness, community connection, and su***de prevention awareness.

Hosted by Lorain County Su***de Prevention Coalition, the fishing takes place Saturday, June 27th, from 9 am-noon, at Finger Pier (next to Hot Waters) at 1104 West 1st Street. It’s open to all ages and experience levels. Fishing equipment, guidance, and activities will be provided at no cost.

See the attached flyer for more information.

06/15/2026

The City of Lorain is accepting applications for the FY 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Service funding until July 31, 2026, at 3:00 PM. There will be a workshop this Wednesday covering eligibility, requirements, intended goals, the application, and the overall grant process. June 17th at 5:30 PM in Lorain City Hall – Police Training Room.

Eligible nonprofit organizations are encouraged to apply for a reimbursable grant to cover labor, supplies, operational costs, materials, and other costs for eligible public service activities. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to, employment services, childcare services, youth services, health services, crime prevention and public safety, substance abuse services, education programs, energy conservation, senior services, and services for homeless persons.

𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞-𝗜𝗡 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦
Applicants seeking additional assistance, guidance, or information can stop into the Building, Housing and Planning Department on Thursdays, from 10 AM – 12 PM (noon) starting Thursday, June 18th. Appointments can also be scheduled by contacting Desiree Thompson at 440-204-2308 or via email at [email protected]