Ward 9 Council Member· 2026–2029
Kevin Conwell
Cleveland
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 54
- Total speaking time
- 6:06:58
- Avg per meeting
- 6:48
- Segments
- 7178
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
CMSD Land Swap for Schools, Fire Station, and Redevelopment
Imposes city demolition costs estimated at $1.3 million to $1.5 million per school building.
Subsidized Housing and Living Conditions
Supported by an annual general fund allocation of approximately $1.9 million.
County Jail Relocation and City Court Renovation Costs
Involves lease payments from the city to Cuyahoga County for municipal court and police facilities.
I-X Center Lease Extension and Payroll Credit Incentives
The city would pay a $2 million lump sum and $650,000 annually for 33 years to Brook Park, offset by capturing all income and property tax revenues from the IX Center and Emerald Corporate Park.
CDC Funding, Staffing, and Home Repair Backlogs
Affects approximately $7.35 million in annual CDC funding and neighborhood development activities.
Industrial-Commercial Land Bank Parcel Transfers
Saves the city from accruing ongoing property tax liabilities on vacant land while preparing sites for redevelopment.
East Side Investment, School Closures, and Healthcare Access
Impacts federal funding streams for public health programs and community benefit access.
Shore-to-Core-to-Shore TIF and Federal Infrastructure Grant
Brings in $1.15 million in federal funds with no local match required.
NORA Village HUD Grant Allocation
Brings $1 million in federal grant funds to Cleveland without requiring local matching contributions.
Affordable Housing Redevelopment at 4242 Lorain Avenue
Facilitates securing over $1 million in Federal Home Loan Bank funds and future tax credit financing.
East Side TIF District Establishment
Involves public infrastructure investments and a new TIF district to capture future property value growth.
transit-oriented development
This project could inject serious cash into the local economy by boosting property values and driving foot traffic to neighborhood businesses.
Playhouse Square Parking Lot Lease and Development Option
Generates $25,000 annually in lease revenue plus property taxes, with a potential $1.6 million sale if the purchase option is exercised.
Comprehensive Short-Term Rental Regulations
Generates transient occupancy tax revenue while imposing administrative oversight costs.
Playhouse Square DORA Establishment
Boosts local businesses and entertainment venues through increased foot traffic during events.
Downtown Hotel Energy Efficiency PACE Project
A $7 million private financing package repaid via semi-annual special assessments on the property.
City Hiring Timelines and Departmental Delays
Delays in filling vacancies affect departmental service delivery and operational efficiency across city government.
regional development deal
While exact numbers aren't front and center yet, this deal is designed to spark economic growth and generate new tax revenue around the I-X Center.
youth center development
Initial investments and funding tied to the scrapped site will need to be reallocated or raised again for a new location.
Vertical Farming and Vacant Property Redevelopment
Generates municipal revenue through taxable income and local food supply chains.
Decisions during term (44)
Recorded while Conwell was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Ordinance 1280-2026: Vehicle Life Cycle Workforce Development
Vehicle Lifecycle Workforce Development Initiative
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE Authorizing the Director of the Department of Community Development to enter into agreement with Center for Arts-Inspired Learning for the Creative Fathers, Connected Families project addressing father-child…
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE Authorizing the Director of the Department of Community Development to enter into agreement with Famicos Foundation for the public purpose of providing an emergency congregate meal and community resource information…
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE Authorizing the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a contract with Rail Station Cigar LLC for the 6814 Cedar Structure providing financial assistance to construct, enlarge, improve, or equip its…
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE Authorizing the Director of Development to apply for and accept a grant from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development for the NORA Village project; authorizing the Director to enter into a grant…
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE To amend Section 1 of Ordinance 1233-2026, passed October 5, 2026 relating to the agreement with The Bellaire-Puritas Development Corporation DBA The Jefferson-Puritas West Park Community Development Corporation for…
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE Authorizing the Director of the Department of City Planning to enter into agreement with Campus District, Inc. for the Campus District Master Plan Development Project through the use of Ward 5 Neighborhood Equity…
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE Authorizing the Directors of Development and/or Finance to apply for and accept a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Regional Infrastructure Accelerator program and authorizing the Director to…
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE Authorizing the Director of Community Development to enter into one or more agreements with The Legal Aid Society, as the lead partner organization, to implement a program to provide access to legal services for…
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE Authorizing the Director of Community Development to lease the Five Pointe Building, also known as the Collinwood Community Center, located at 813 East 152nd Street to the Famicos Foundation to operate and provide a…
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE Authorizing the Director of Port Control to exercise the second option to renew Contract No. PS 2023-0298 with PMG Executive Program Management, LLC to provide executive airport development programming, financing,…
Airport Executive Development Services Contract Renewal (Ord. 902-2026)
Street Vacations for Airport Redevelopment (Ord. 921-2026)
Street Vacations for Industrial Redevelopment (Ordinance No. 921-2026)
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE To amend Section 2 of Ordinance 778-2026, passed July 15, 2026 relating to the agreement with The New Sardis Primitive Baptist Church for the Youth Workforce Development Program.
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE To amend Section 2 of Ordinance 705-2026, passed June 1, 2026 relating to the agreement with Slavic Village Development Corporation for the Senior Lawn Care Program.
AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE Authorizing the Director of the Department of Aging to enter into agreement with NuPoint Community Development Corporation providing Senior Lawn Care Program for the public purpose of providing grass cutting and lawn…
Comprehensive Training and Professional Development Program Contract
Departmental Training and Professional Development (Ord. No. 750-2026)
Voting record (0)(Development)
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