Food Card Program Proposed for Ward 6

October 3, 2026

The City of Cleveland is considering a plan to provide food cards to eligible local residents through an agreement with the Fairfax Renaissance Development Corporation. Filed as Ord. No. 1234-2026, this emergency ordinance would authorize the Director of the Department of Community Development to use Ward 6 Casino Revenue Funds to support the program. The initiative is described as serving the public purpose of health, wellness, and general welfare.

What's in the file

The ordinance authorizes an agreement between the Department of Community Development and the Fairfax Renaissance Development Corporation to distribute food cards to eligible residents. This program would be funded specifically using revenue from Ward 6 casino funds.

The Fairfax Renaissance Development Corporation is a local organization dedicated to strengthening Northeast Ohio neighborhoods through community development, including programs for economic and workforce development. Fairfax Renaissance Development Corporation - GuideStar Profile

Who may be affected

Ward 6 residents who meet eligibility requirements for the food card program
Department of Community Development
Fairfax Renaissance Development Corporation

Status and timeline

The legislation is currently "Agenda Ready" and was introduced to City Council on October 1, 2026.

Residents can verify all details regarding this proposal by visiting the official City of Cleveland Legistar website and searching for File No. 1234-2026.

Key facts

Ward number: 6
Funding source: Ward 6 Casino Revenue Funds

Source record

File: 1234-2026
Type: Emergency Ordinance
Status: Agenda Ready
Committee: City Council
Introduced: September 30, 2026

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