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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hamilton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Jefferson Park improvements grant
Council applied for state Land and Water Conservation Fund money to build a spray ground and ADA bathrooms at Jefferson Park.
17 Strong Advisory Board codification (Chapter 156)
Council heard a proposal to formally codify the 17 Strong neighborhood program, which issued about $55,000 in grants last year, into the city ordinances.
YMCA to run Booker T. Washington and Living Waters community centers
Two agreements put the Great Miami Valley YMCA in charge of operating the Booker T. Washington Community Center and the Living Waters site — a big deal for east-side and neighborhood programming.
TvHamilton agreement renewal
The updated three-party agreement for TV Hamilton raises the city's contribution from $40,000 to $50,000 and updates insurance terms after the station's move.
Riverside Natural Area improvements grant
Council is applying for an ODNR NatureWorks grant to fund improvements at Riverside Natural Area.
Veterans banners project
Councilmember Naab reported more than 900 veterans' banners will go up this year (up from 634 last year), with a dedication ceremony at noon on Armed Forces Day, May 16, at Armistead Park.
Street Spark mural program turns 10 with four new artworks
Street Spark unveiled its 2026 selections: utility box murals on High Street and South Second Street and wall murals at 990 Main Street and 720 Maple Avenue, all to be painted this summer. Council took first reading of an ordinance formally adopting the program with the Fitton Center as program manager.
Honorary Naming: Mayor Don Ryan Way
A stretch of North Second Street will honor former Mayor Don Ryan with an honorary street sign and future unveiling event.