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Akron voters approve measures changing rental policies
Real Estate News & Current Events
Akron, Ohio
Akron voters approve measures changing rental policies

Author: Tyler Madden Published: 5:37 PM EST November 4, 2026 Updated: 5:37 PM EST November 4, 2026 Facebook AKRON, Ohio — Akron voters approved three ballot measures bringing changes to the city's rental policies and police oversight system on Tuesday. Issues 11 and 12 both focus on expanding acc...

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