Emergency Meal Program Proposed for Ward 9

The City of Cleveland is considering an emergency measure to provide meals and community resources to local residents. Under the proposed emergency ordinance, file number 1290-2026, the Director of the Department of Community Development would enter into an agreement with the Famicos Foundation to provide an emergency congregate meal and community resource information to eligible residents using Ward 9 Casino Revenue Funds.

What's in the file

The legislation authorizes the Department of Community Development to contract with the Famicos Foundation for the specific purpose of delivering emergency congregate meals and sharing information regarding community resources. This initiative is intended to serve eligible City of Cleveland residents.

The Famicos Foundation is known for its work in neighborhood revitalization, specifically through the "My Glenville Plan," which serves as a roadmap for development in the Glenville area Famicos Foundation - GuideStar Profile. Their programs have historically included support for social needs and financial skills findhelp.org.

Who may be affected

Status and timeline

2026-10-15: The emergency ordinance was introduced to the City Council.

The record indicates the file is currently "Agenda Ready" for City Council.

Residents can verify the details of this proposal by reviewing the official record for 1290-2026 through the Cleveland City Council website.

Key facts

Ward number
9
Funding source
Ward 9 Casino Revenue Funds

Source record

File
1290-2026
Type
Emergency Ordinance
Status
Agenda Ready
Committee
City Council
Introduced
October 14, 2026

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Official documents

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