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2023 In Review: Grants

By Toledo Reporter Report | Dec 13, 2023

2023 total discretionary application amount: $178,963,1392023 total discretionary award amount: $42,694,945

City of Toledo Secures $250,000 in Grants for City Parks

By Toledo Reporter Report | Dec 9, 2023

The City of Toledo has secured two prestigious Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) grants for Toledo city parks totaling more than a quarter of a million dollars.

Hazard Planning Public Input is Requested

By Toledo Reporter Report | Dec 8, 2023

Lucas County and its municipal partners are in the process of preparing an update to the Lucas County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan is updated every five years to set goals that reduce the negative impacts of future hazards including flooding, droughts, severe storms, and many other hazards.

45 Toledo Homebuyers are "Home at Last"

By Toledo Reporter Report | Dec 7, 2023

The Toledo Home at Last Program, administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development, provided assistance to 45 first-time homebuyers in 2023. The program collaborates with participating lenders to provide up to $9,500 of down payment and closing costs for income-eligible families in targeted inner-city neighborhoods and up to $7,500 of assistance in non-target neighborhoods.

Bringing Kids Happiness for a Decade with The Joys of Toys' Annual Toy Drive

By Toledo Reporter Report | Dec 4, 2023

The annual Joys of Toys' toy drive is now in full swing, set to continue through Dec. 22. Organized by City of Toledo employees Paul Cooper and Mike Kimble, the drive provides gifts for children living in foster care, with relatives, or under the supervision of Lucas County Children Services.

City’s Department of Housing and Community Development Secures $1.05 Million State Grant to Enhance Lead Poisoning Prevention Initiatives

By Toledo Reporter Report | Nov 30, 2023

The City’s Department of Housing and Community Development is proud to announce a $1.05 million state grant to combat lead poisoning. The Lead Safe Housing Fund Community Primary Prevention Grant, provided by the Ohio Department of Health, enables Toledo to strengthen its ongoing initiatives against lead poisoning.

The City of Toledo Housing and Community Development Department Announces availability of federal funding for CDBG, ESG, and HOME for the 2024 Program Year

By Toledo Reporter Report | Nov 29, 2023

The City of Toledo announces the availability of federal funding for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) for the 2024 Program Year (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025).

City Kicks Off Second Annual Snow Angels Shoveling Program, Seeking Dedicated Volunteers for Winter Assistance

By Toledo Reporter Report | Nov 25, 2023

Snow-covered sidewalks pose a significant challenge, particularly for older residents and those with disabilities. The City of Toledo proudly announces the return of the Snow Angels Program for its second year, a community-driven initiative that pairs volunteers with nearby residents to provide assistance with snow removal on sidewalks and driveways.

Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz Submits 2024 Proposed Budget to City Council

By Toledo Reporter Report | Nov 19, 2023

Honorable Council President Matt Cherry and Members of Toledo City Council, I am pleased to present for your review and consideration the proposed 2024 operating and capital budgets. These budgets build upon our momentum and allow us to continue to grow our safety forces, resurface hundreds of residential roads, fight blight, strengthen neighborhoods and build toward a more sustainable future.

City Announces Last Chance to Register to Replace Lead Service Lines Cost-Free for Residents

By Toledo Reporter Report | Nov 18, 2023

Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz and Ed Moore, Director of Public Utilities, announced the City's final push for Toledo residents to register for the replacement of customer-owned lead service lines during a press conference at the Zablocki Senior Center on November 14th. Members of The Junction Coalition and The Movement were also present to discuss their canvassing efforts in North and East Toledo over the next two months. The deadline for residents to register for no-cost service line replacement is by the end of 2023.

80 New Trees to be Planted on Waverly Avenue

By Toledo Reporter Report | Nov 13, 2023

The City of Toledo, Division of Urban Beautification - Forestry Operations is excited to announce a grant award from the Arbor Day Foundation in partnership with local corporate sponsor Linde. This grant will support the planting of eighty (80) street trees in the public right of way for the 900 - 1200 block of Waverly Avenue as part of the Waverly Tree Canopy Expansion Project.

Update on Kenwood Construction

By Toledo Reporter Report | Nov 11, 2023

Resurfacing will be wrapping up next week. Resurfacing was announced with the entire 2023 roads program back in January.

Calling All Snow Plow Operators! Extended Registration in Toledo

By Toledo Reporter Report | Nov 10, 2023

Great news for snow plow operators! The City of Toledo Division of Road & Bridge Maintenance is extending the registration period for snow plow owners/operators.

Employee Spotlight: Victoria Austin - Thriving on TPD's Third Shift

By Toledo Reporter Report | Nov 9, 2023

In the quiet hours of the night, while most of the city of Toledo is asleep, a dedicated and close-knit team of third-shift employees at the Toledo Police Department work to ensure the safety and security of the community. Among them is Victoria Austin, a police clerk with two years of service at Toledo Police Department. She has worked for the City, on and off, for nearly 20 years.

Leaf Collection Begins November 6, 2023

By Toledo Reporter Report | Nov 4, 2023

Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz announced today that the 2023 Leaf Collection Program will begin Monday, November 6th. City crews will begin in zip codes 43623 and 43613.

The City Kicks Off Its Food Waste Composting Program

By Toledo Reporter Report | Nov 4, 2023

The City of Toledo today announced the launch of its new food waste composting program, a project aimed at tackling environmental challenges like climate change and sustainable waste management. Supported by the One Percent for the Environment funding, this initiative is a collaborative effort involving Keep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful (KTLCB), Metroparks Toledo, GoZERO, and Toledo City Council Members Nick Komives, Theresa Gadus, and Sam Melden.

New Cell at Hoffman Road Landfill Expands Capacity and Sustainability for Toledo's Future

By Toledo Reporter Report | Oct 30, 2023

Each city household generates an average of about 2,000 pounds of trash each year. Have you ever wondered what happens to your trash after you set it out at the curb? It is brought to the Hoffman Road Landfill five days a week, every week, to be properly managed.

City of Toledo Secures $25,000 Grant to Develop Old West End Historical District Design Guidelines

By Toledo Reporter Report | Oct 25, 2023

The City of Toledo is pleased to announce the receipt of a $25,000 Certified Local Government Grant from the Ohio History

Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz Shares Toledo’s Third Quarter Crime Statistics

By Toledo Reporter Report | Oct 23, 2023

Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz today shared promising news regarding crime statistics for Toledo through the end of the third quarter of 2023. The results demonstrate a decrease in crime rates across nearly every category, compared to the same period last year.

Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing Grant Application

By Toledo Reporter Report | Oct 18, 2023

The City of Toledo has published a draft of the PRO Housing Grant Application for public comment.

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