New Youth Workforce Development Program Approved for Ward 1

The City of Cleveland is partnering with The New Sardis Primitive Baptist Church to launch a youth workforce development program through an emergency ordinance, Ord. No. 778-2026. This initiative will use casino revenue funds specifically designated for Ward 1 to support professional training and economic opportunities for local young people.

What's in the file

The ordinance authorizes the Director of the Department of Community Development to enter into a formal agreement with The New Sardis Primitive Baptist Church. This agreement facilitates the implementation of the Youth Workforce Development Program using Ward 1 Casino Revenue Funds.

Who may be affected

Status and timeline

  1. July 10, 2026: The ordinance was introduced to City Council.
  2. July 24, 2026: The ordinance was officially recorded as passed in the City Record.

Residents can verify the details of this legislation by reviewing the official record for Ord. No. 778-2026.

Key facts

Ward number
1
Funding source
Casino Revenue Funds
Program type
Youth Workforce Development

Source record

File
778-2026
Type
Emergency Ordinance
Status
Passed
Committee
City Council
Introduced
July 9, 2026

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Official documents

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