Creative Expression Project Proposed for Ward 9
The Cleveland Department of Community Development may soon partner with the Center for Arts-Inspired Learning to launch a new project focused on father-child relationships. Introduced as emergency ordinance 1289-2026, the proposal seeks to fund the "Creative Fathers, Connected Families" project, which aims to address family connections through creative expression.
What's in the file
The ordinance authorizes the Director of the Department of Community Development to enter into an agreement with the Center for Arts-Inspired Learning. The project is intended to support father-child relationships using creative expression and will be funded through Ward 9 Neighborhood Equity Funds.
Who may be affected
- Ward 9 residents
- Department of Community Development
- Center for Arts-Inspired Learning
Status and timeline
- 2026-10-15: The ordinance was introduced and is currently listed as "Agenda Ready" for City Council.
Residents can verify the details of this proposal by reviewing the official record for 1289-2026 through the Cleveland City Council Legistar website.
Key facts
- Ward number
- 9
- Project name
- Creative Fathers, Connected Families
Source record
- File
- 1289-2026
- Type
- Emergency Ordinance
- Status
- Agenda Ready
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- October 14, 2026