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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lake County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
ALS awareness and community support
May is now officially ALS Awareness Month in Lake County. 'Wear Blue for Lou' day is June 2, and the Greater Cleveland ALS walk is August 16.
Lakeland motorcycle safety program
The Lakeland Community College Motorcycle Ohio program trains about 400 riders a year for $75, funded entirely by motorcycle registration fees — and now has two ranges and a returning-rider course. Commissioner Plecnik, an alum of the program, pushed for a Lake County-themed helmet art project for next year's proclamation.
JAG grant for new patrol vehicle
The Sheriff's Office will apply for a $27,164 federal JAG grant to buy a fully equipped 2025 patrol vehicle, replacing an older one. Public notice was read into the record with no comment.
Passing of Deacon Albert Jones Jr.
Lake County lost a longtime community leader — former NAACP president and religious leader Deacon Al Jones Jr. Visitation and funeral are Saturday at First Church Congregational in Painesville.
Federal equitable sharing agreement for forfeited funds
The Sheriff's Office and Prosecutor's Office can now receive federally forfeited property and money under an agreement with the DOJ and Treasury.