Making an In-Person Public Comment at An Upcoming Council Meeting

Council welcomes public comments at each regularly scheduled Monday evening Council meeting. 

If you are interested in speaking at a Cleveland City Council, please read the revised rules and procedures for public comments and fill out the online form below. 

Submitting a Registration to Speak

Anyone who is interested in addressing Cleveland City Council at a public meeting must register with City Council prior to that meeting.

Registrations may be submitted:

  • By using the online form below
  • In person at Cleveland City Hall, Room 220, 601 Lakeside Avenue NE. Paper forms are available to register.
  • By downloading this form, filling it out, and emailing it to publiccomment@clevelandcitycouncil.gov or dropping it off at Council offices.

Registration Periods

Registrations will ONLY be accepted between Noon on Wednesday and 2:00 pm on the same day as a regularly scheduled Monday evening Council Meeting.

Council allows no more than 10 people to comment at its regularly scheduled Monday night meetings. Registration will close as soon as the first 10 people sign up. Each registrant will be allotted 3 minutes to speak.

Registrations will only be accepted for making comments at the next regular meeting; registrations for any future meeting will not be accepted until the Wednesday before the meeting. Early, incomplete, or false registrations will be rejected.

Notice of Registration

If your registration is successful, you will be notified by email or phone.

Accommodations

If you need assistance due to a language barrier or disability, please let us know at least three (3) days in advance by going here to make a request.

Attending Council Meetings

Cleveland City Council meetings are held in the Council Chamber on the second floor of Cleveland City Hall, 601 Lakeside Avenue, East.

Visitors may park for free at the upper lot behind City Hall after 5:00 pm on days when Council is meeting.

Public Record

Please remember that all registration information and public comments are public records and can be subject to public record requests.

Decorum

Cleveland City Council must maintain orderly, efficient, and productive meetings to ensure the important business of city government is completed. Council has developed a set of rules and procedures that allow the public to be heard in a fair and orderly manner. These rules and procedures apply to all speakers, and Council does not discriminate based on the speaker's identity or viewpoint or the content of the speech. Please read Council's revised rules and procedures for public comments before you register and before you appear before City Council.

Please note: Anyone attending a Cleveland City Council meeting is prohibited from engaging in any action or behavior that substantially interrupts, delays, or disturbs the due conduct of the proceedings of the Council; such conduct includes but is not limited to: handclapping, stomping of feet, whistling, making other loud noises, yelling, or similar demonstrations.  Any person who violates any of the above may be immediately removed from the Council Chamber.

Rules for Speakers
  • Speakers may not yield their time to other speakers.
  • Speakers shall only address the topic they registered to speak about.
  • Speakers' comments shall not be frivolous or repetitive.
  • Speakers shall not use language that is obscene or likely to produce imminent unlawful action. 
  • Speakers shall address all comments to the presiding officer.
Prohibited Items
  • Signs, posters, banners, placards, or similar items
  • Food and drink

 

To sign up to comment in person or online, please scroll down.

Make a Comment In Person at a Council Meeting

To sign up to speak during the registration period (Noon Wednesday through 2:00 pm Monday before Council Meetings) click this button.

You will be notified by email or phone if you are one of the ten people who will speak.


Make a Comment Online

If you would rather submit your comments in writing, please fill out the form below. 

Written public comments will be published on this page and delivered to all Councilmembers before the next full Council Meeting after they have been submitted.


Public Comments

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Kids on Noisy dirt bikes, up and down street all day. I have called police, but the kids will do it again the next day. I have put up with the noise for the last 4 summer's and I don't want to do it again.
Kids on Noisy dirt bikes up and down the street all day. I put up with it for 4 summer's and don't want to go through it anymore.
I work nights and they wake me up daily.
I have called police, but I guess these kids think they don't have to stop?
Anonymous
traffic light
I live on Puritas and Grayson road. People on Grayson have an arrorw to turn right, when arrow changes they continue to turn. I have the right of way because I am going straight. I have almost gotten hit many times. Crossing the street is impossible because the cars won't let you cross in the cross walk they keep turning and don't give you the right of way. Something needs to be done, thanks
sandy martin
Road construction
We need to hurry this gas line project. I need to sleep. It's very tenuous and aggravating as a tax payer. They have been on my street for a month . I'm over it
Derek DeLargy
Air port
What kind of city you run , taking salary’s from our taxes and not cairing about your citizens ,have u been in the air port ? The construction and not having site to pick up our families when they arrive , you should be ashamed of having us in this city where you guys don’t care , why don’t you go to the air port to experience the mess , you call this city major city third world city air port has better accommodation and arrangements , the worst is the police will be rough and nasty while we try to find spot to pick our family members shame on this city and it is leadership
Basem droubi , MD
Resending and Award given to Laura Cowan
Laura Cowan has recieved a Herocic Award from your City Council.
OPS advices me to contact your enity to complain of the entire chronological of Laura Cowan misleading and untrue behavior from calling 13 victims roaches, pigs, stupit, and dogs to making fun of them not going to couseling saying that they are brainwashed that she gave them money and that Mrs. Julie Baldwin and ex DA law officials gave her information on these victims to degraded and slander them.
Laura Cowan daughter has made several pages threatening her own siblings not to speak of the abuse that happened to them repeatedly causing them emotional and psychological harm.
Laura Cowan went on murder unscripted on utube there are two episodes and repeatedly lied on episodes 38 and 39 saying thing about these victims to tarnish them and their families with lies in order to make the public think that they are twisted stupit people.
She sat on that podcast laughted and smirked at the abuse they endure all of their childhood lives.
The City of Cleveland need to do a theral investigation into her 25 years of carrying out a lie to gain empathy from vulnerable domestic abused victims.
The family would like to file a complaint and have their side of what happened heard so people will know.
Thank you.
Milessa Boddie Hunter
Community activist
Want to continue being informed of city council decisions on community
Margie Colon
Gun Violence
Gun violence is a serious and growing problem in the Longwood community. Every night, I hear gunshots. Sometimes it's during the day. Sometimes the shots are so close that I don’t know which way to run. This constant fear creates an overwhelming anxiety that is hard to describe in words. Too many people in our neighborhood have easy access to guns. But gun violence is not just about weapons—it’s about the conditions that lead people to pick them up in the first place. Many of our young Black men are carrying anger rooted in trauma—both from within their homes and from what they face in the world around them. That pain often has nowhere to go but outward, and sadly, it too often turns into violence. I don’t claim to have all the answers. But I do know that our community needs help in many areas—mental health support, education, jobs, and stronger community ties. Solving the gun violence crisis in Longwood will require more than just policing. It will take care, attention, and investment in the people who live here.
Lila Dotson
Safe and Quality Green Spaces
I don’t live in Cleveland, But I do frequent the area a lot. The topic I'm requesting is about public space to have better areas for people to be outside more. I am writing as a resident/supporter of Cleveland to share my thoughts on the current state and future development of our city’s public spaces. Cleveland’s parks, plazas, lakefront, and recreational areas are vital assets that contribute to community well-being, environmental health, and economic vitality. Public spaces should be inclusive, accessible, and welcoming to all. While there are many positive efforts underway—such as the revitalization of the lakefront and improvements to some parks—there is still room for growth in how we maintain, design, and prioritize these areas, so more people regardless of age can enjoy themselves, and find a way to escape when times are hard.

I respectfully urge city leaders and planners to consider Equity in Access, Ensure that all neighborhoods, including underserved communities, have walkable access to safe and quality green spaces, also Maintenance & Safety. This is also important because it improves upkeep of existing parks, and increases the efforts to reduce litter and vandalism. Community involvement will also help out because many residents can use the space and help gain attraction. To achieve all these things I feel like more public words have to go out about these things. These things should be done year round by people who are used to doing certain things at parks or community spaces. More people can spread the word. Cleveland has a unique opportunity to redefine its identity through thoughtful investment in public spaces. A city that values outdoor life, connectivity, and shared places is a city that thrives socially, economically, and culturally. Thank you for your attention and for your work in building a more livable, vibrant Cleveland.
Jaelyn Wallace
Youth engagement
My name is Honesty Bacchus, and I live in the Glenville neighborhood. Today, I would like to address the city’s budget allocation and its impact on our community’s financial well-being.
As a resident, I’ve observed a significant gap in financial support and insufficient funding for schools, which has resulted in a lack of essential resources for students after they complete their education. This issue has profound consequences for families, educators, and the future of our neighborhood. It is crucial that we address it to ensure sustainable growth and equitable opportunities for all.

I propose implementing a financial literacy program in our schools. By ensuring that every student has access to classes that teach the basics of financial management and provide practical resources, we can equip our young people with essential life skills. Neighboring communities, such as Shaker Heights and Rocky River, have seen the positive impact of prioritizing such initiatives.

I urge the council to allocate funds for a financial literacy program as part of the city’s education budget. This investment would empower our students, strengthen our community, and pave the way for a more financially secure future. Immediate action is necessary to prevent further disparities and give our youth the tools they need to succeed. Thank you for considering this important issue. I look forward to seeing how the council takes steps to support financial education in Glenville.
Honesty Bacchus
Community cohesion, Dog vs Service dog Awareness.
Hi everyone, it's Nate. I want to clarify the roles of service dogs versus emotional support animals. Service dogs are trained for specific tasks and have public access rights, including planes and hospitals, and any place that allows the public. Emotional support animals provide comfort but don't have the same access. Therapy dogs are wonderful. Look at the ADA and understand your rights, your dog's rights, and the federal rights under the ADA. Dispose of dog waste responsibly either way. I've had a SD for 2.5 yrs. We need more ADA compliant businesses in the city.

People with questions about service dogs can contact the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information Line at 1-800-514-0301 for more information.
Nathaniel Dornbirer