Trick or Treat

This year, the City of Akron’s annual celebration of Halloween will take place on Saturday, October 30.  Akron residents who wish to participate in “Trick or Treat Night” may show their support by turning on their porch lights between the hours of 5 pm and 7 pm that evening. Akron police patrols will pay special attention to children and families walking city neighborhoods to promote a safe and successful celebration for all. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to use caution and to always follow current guidance from our medical experts.

City of Akron American Rescue Plan Act

Like every city across this nation, COVID-19 has had a devastating effect on our people, our businesses and our livelihoods. With an infusion of federal funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), we have a once in a lifetime opportunity to invest a strategic and direct flow of large-scale funding into our community, in the amount of $145 million.

The City of Akron began receiving money in 2021, must allocate all funds by the end of 2024, and must expend all funds by 2026. 

ARPA Funds may be used for:

1. Support the Public Health Response
   Meet and address emergent public health needs
    
2. Respond to the Negative Economic Impacts
   Address economic harm resulting from or exacerbated by the public health emergency
    
3. Premium Pay for Essential Workers
   Provide premium pay to eligible workers performing essential work during the COVID-19 public health emergency
    
4. Revenue Loss
   Provide government services to the extent of reduction in revenue experienced due to COVID-19
    
5. Investments in Infrastructure
   Meet the critical need for investments and improvements to existing infrastructure in water, sewer, and broadband and Local Fiscal Relief Fund

Idea Form – Have a service or program that you think is eligible for funding? Tell us a bit more about your idea.

AKRON MAYOR DAN HORRIGAN

"There's something for everyone in Akron. Please let us know how we can make your stay more enjoyable... whether it's for a day, a year or a lifetime!"