Cleveland City Council to Recognize Broadcast Journalist Harry Boomer
Cleveland City Council is preparing to officially recognize longtime local journalist Harry Boomer through a ceremonial resolution, identified as File No. 1009-2026. The measure serves to offer formal congratulations to Boomer for his contributions to the community.
What's in the file
The record is a ceremonial resolution titled "Congratulations Resolution for Harry Boomer." While the specific text of the resolution is not provided in the summary, the file is categorized as a ceremonial measure intended to honor the recipient.
Boomer is a senior reporter for CBS affiliate WOIO and CW affiliate WUAB. His civic work includes serving on the board of the Ohio Associated Press and helping to bring the National Association of Black Journalists 50th Anniversary Convention to Cleveland in 2025.
Status and timeline
- August 18, 2026: The resolution was introduced to the City Council.
- September 28, 2026: The resolution is listed on the agenda for City Council consideration under "Special Resolutions."
Residents can verify the details of this resolution by reviewing the official record for File No. 1009-2026 through the Cleveland City Council website.
Source record
- File
- 1009-2026
- Type
- Ceremonial Resolution
- Status
- Agenda Ready
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- August 17, 2026