Mayor's Office

The Mayor serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the City of Akron. They see that laws and ordinances are enforced, prepare and submit the annual budgets to City Council, keep Council fully advised of the conditions and needs of the City, appoint or remove employees, introduce legislation, and direct all City Departments.  

They are instrumental to the ongoing operation and success of the City of Akron and put forth a vision that all City departments work towards.

Mayor’s Cabinet

The Mayor is responsible for assembling a cabinet of dynamic, energetic, and talented leaders to run various City departments or initiatives. The Cabinet serves at the pleasure of the Mayor and work hand-in-hand with the Mayor. See the full Cabinet here.

Initiatives

Mayor Horrigan has outlined various short-term and long-term initiatives throughout his tenure. These initiatives span across various City sectors, and holistically work together to make a brighter, more prosperous Akron. Economic Investment Population Growth Revitalizing Akron’s Housing Stock Stewarding $145M in ARPA Funds Public Safety and Crime Reduction Investing in Akron’s public spaces Creating a more equitable City.
  • Economic Investment
  • Population Growth
  • Revitalizing Akron’s Housing Stock
  • Stewarding $145M in ARPA Funds  
  • Public Safety and Crime Reduction 
  • Investing in Akron’s public spaces  
  • Creating a more equitable City

About Mayor Daniel Horrigan

Mayor Daniel Horrigan