Independent Christopher Smitherman and Democrats David Mann, Chris Seelbach and Wendell Young served together on council for the last eight years, although each held office for at least a decade. The last four years in particular have been marked by public bickering, lawsuits, corruption and the global pandemic.
In the past, community groups have struggled with red tape and procedural hurdles to get city contracts and even pay their employees in a timely manner.
Cincinnati Council is one step closer to banning some campaign contributions in an effort to combat corruption. Council is also likely to approve the creation of a new position to oversee all reform efforts at City Hall.
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Cincinnati Council voted 7-2 Wednesday to oppose a proposal to ask voters for a small income tax increase to fund affordable housing. Council Member Chris Seelbach proposed the charter amendment, which would have appeared on the November ballot if approved.