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Justin M. Bibb

@justinmbibb.bsky.social
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Elected 58th Mayor of Cleveland to fight for our city’s future. bibbforcle.com

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
April marks second chance month -- a time to acknowlege the barriers faced by so many people who have paid their debt to society. In Cleveland we've tried to remove some of those barriers through fair hiring programs and marijuana expungement.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Wishing a meaningful celebration to everyone celebrating Passover this week.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Eid Mubarack to all who are ending their fasts. May we find peace & unity during these dark times.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
I am proud to endorse Judge William Vodrey in the May primary. He is working to reduce racial and socioeconomic disparities in our justice system because it isn’t just good policy, it’s a moral imperative. Join me and vote for Judge Vodrey April 7- May 5.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Sixty-one years ago, a group of courageous men and women crossed a bridge in Selma, Alabama to make the promise of our nation real. Today, we remember that day as “Bloody Sunday.” Few can speak more eloquently about the events of that day than President Obama did 11 years ago.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Crime is down because mayors, police, community leaders, and fed partners are working in tandem. And that cooperation needs to continue happening no matter who is in the White House. #SOTU
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
As we wrap up #OhioLovesTransitWeek, it’s STILL people over cars. That’s why I’ve appointed riders to the RTA board & prioritized projects that make it safer & more convenient for people to use public transit. Check out our Cleveland Moves Plan.⬇️ storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/4627...
Screenshot of Twitter post from 2021. Mayor Bibb writing on a blackboard. Post says: People over cars.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Stephanie Tubbs Jones broke through glass ceilings in Ohio: becoming the state's first Black woman elected to Congress in 1998 & first Black woman county prosecutor in 1991. She's remembered for her personal warmth, sharp mind, & abiding commitment to hometown. RIP Congresswoman.
Black and white photo of Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones speaking at a podium. The text says: Cleveland Black History and Stephanie Tubbs Jones: Ohio's First Black Congresswoman.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Have a blessed Ramadan! I wish all who are observing a meaningful fast.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Rev. Jesse Jackson inspired generations to fight for justice, dignity, and opportunity. May his legacy remind us that faith isn’t passive. It calls us to act, to serve, and to keep building a more perfect union.
Jesse Jackson delivering a speech
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
This #PresidentsDay, I’m thinking about how fortunate I was to observe a future president up close. Nearly 20 years ago, I interned for then U.S. Senator Barack Obama. He gave me advice I’ll carry with me forever: “You should aim to do something… not just be anything.”
Young Justin Bibb with then Senator Barack Obama. A note from President Obama says: To Justin, Thanks for all the great work...
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
In his 102 years, Robert P. Madison has seen a lot. He fought racism to get into Case’s architecture school & founded Ohio’s first Black-owned architecture firm. His iconic work ranges from the Great Lakes Science Center to the U.S. Embassy in Senegal. #BlackHistoryMonth
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Robert P. Madison
Ohio’s first registered Black architect
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
From showing up for our scholars at CMSD to giving back to our kids year after year, Darius Garland has always led with heart. Wishing you nothing but success in LA. Cleveland will always be home, my brother. 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
Mayor Justin Bibb and Darius Garland laughing
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Without the ability to move about freely, we don't have freedom at all. That is why desegregating public transit was one of the most important strategies of the Civil Rights Movement; and why we recognize February 4, Rosa Park's birthday, as Transit Equity Day.
Transit Equity 
Day

Photo of Rosa Parks against the backdrop of a bus.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
As we start #BlackHistoryMonth, I’m thinking about one of Cleveland’s most famous sons, Jesse Owens. His performance at the 1936 Olympics in Germany offered a stunning rebuke to white supremacy – reminding us that simply showing up can be a great act of resistance.
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Four-Time Gold Medalist 
1936 OLYMPICS
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Never forget. Especially now. #holocaustremembranceday
"Action is the only remedy to indifference: the most insidious danger of all."
-Elie Wiesel
International Holocaust Remembrance Day
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
Mayor Frey said today that what's happening in his city isn't a Minneapolis problem, it's an American problem. As Americans we all have a responsibility to speak truth to power and defend our freedoms.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Last Thursday was supposed to start with a second-term ceremony. Instead, Cleveland got a snowstorm. And honestly — that felt right. Leadership isn’t about the stage. It’s about showing up, doing the work, and delivering for our people when it counts. justinbibb.substack.com/p/our-govern...
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Our Governing Agenda for the Cleveland ERA
My second-term vision for Cleveland and its people.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Today is a great day to support organizations that provide reproductive health care, like Preterm, located right here in Cleveland. www.preterm.org/support
On this day 53 years ago, the Supreme Court issued the Roe v. Wade decision, establishing the federal right to an abortion. 

Nationally, we no longer have that right. But in Ohio, we organized & enshrined abortion rights in our state constitution.

We have the power to come together to defend our freedoms. It’s important to remember that.

Mayor Bibb!
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Today, I’m reflecting on Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1967 address to students at Glenville High School. As we gear up for the 2026 midterms, his words are prescient. Together we have the power to protect our freedoms and shape our destiny.
"One of the things that we need in every city is political power. Enough of our parents don’t register and vote. Each of you should serve as a committee of one to work with your parents if they have not registered to vote and other people in the community.

Cleveland, Ohio, is a city that can be the first city of major size in the United States to have a Black mayor and you should participate in making that a possibility. This is an opportunity for you. 

And so there are things that all of us can do and I urge you to do it with zeal and with vigor. And let me say to you, my friends, that in spite of the difficult days ahead, the so-called white backlash — which is nothing but a new name for an old phenomenon — I’m still convinced that we’re going to achieve freedom right here in America. And I believe this because however much America has strayed away from the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, the goal of America is freedom. Abused and scorned as we may be, our destiny is tied up with the destiny of America." Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. April 16, 1967 at Glenville High School
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 02/01/2026
Being the mayor of my hometown has been the greatest honor of my life. My first term taught me a lot—about listening, leadership, and getting things right for Cleveland. I shared four lessons that are shaping what comes next. substack.com/@justinbibb/...
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As 2025 ends, so does my first term serving the city I love. I’m reflecting on the trust, the challenges, and the four lessons that continue to shape how I lead Cleveland.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
Nothing like Christmas in the Land! I hope it's magical, Cleveland.
Illustration of downtown Cleveland in winter with snow falling. Text says Merry Christmas Cleveland. Mayor Bibb
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
This is why we created the Residents First program, so the city can step in & turn problem properties into places that provide quality, affordable housing that anchors neighborhoods. We know Cleveland best, so we need Fannie Mae to step aside. www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-n...
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Cleveland tries to stop auction of 14 troubled apartment buildings near Shaker Square
Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb is urging Fannie Mae not to sell a foreclosure judgment to the highest bidder next month. The city wants the properties transferred to nonprofits or a local developer.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Thank you! We are so excited about this portal and how it's going to streamline the permitting process in our city!
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NewDEAL @newdealleaders.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
#NewDEALER Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb is modernizing City Hall by launching an online portal for city permits, making it easier to file necessary paperwork. Learn more 👇
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Cleveland updates 'antiquated' permit process with online portal
The portal is the fruit of more than a year of work updating a building permit system that a 2024 study called “lengthy and unpredictable.”
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NewDEAL @newdealleaders.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
In this week's 2 Minute Download... 💡2025 Ideas Challenge Winners in The Roadmap 🧑‍💻Cleveland Mayor @justinmbibb.bsky.social launches online portal for city permits 🏛️ States to DC: “Hands Off Our BEAD Money” Subscribe today for the latest governing news: buff.ly/bdlEN7q
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
On the first night of Hanukkah, innocent lives were taken in an antisemitic attack in Australia. To Cleveland’s Jewish community—your pain is felt here. We stand with you. We choose light over hate. Always.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
In Cleveland, we stepped up with “A Home for Every Neighbor” to help unhoused people maintain a stable home - but we need the federal government to do its part, too. Congress cannot let HUD leave people out in the cold while so many struggle to afford the basics. www.usmayors.org/2025/12/10/n...
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Nation’s Mayors Call on Congress to Renew HUD Continuum of Care Grants, Safeguard Housing for Vulnerable Residents
In a newly released letter, bipartisan coalition of 180+ mayors urges federal lawmakers to renew expiring grants, warning of widespread disruptions without action WASHINGTON, D.C. – More than 180 Demo...
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
I'm also frustrated with the city's antiquated permitting process, but change is coming. Tomorrow, we launch Cleveland’s new Permit Portal — a more transparent, user-friendly navigation system that finally brings us into the modern era. www.crainscleveland.com/real-estate/...
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Grateful to all the champions who had a vision for this project and saw it through. In just a few short years, seniors and families will benefit from 112 units of affordable housing in a one-of-a-kind building that honors the neighborhood’s past. www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-n...
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'Miracle': The Warner & Swasey redevelopment in Cleveland's Midtown is finally happening
Forty years after it closed, the historic Warner & Swasey complex in Midtown is finally getting a new lease on life. The development team just plugged the last funding gap for a $64 million makeover.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
We know hardship didn’t suddenly end when the government shut down finally did. That’s why we’re giving Clevelanders who need it more time to pay their water and utility bills. Please reach out to the appropriate department if you need help getting on a payment plan.
UTILITY 
MORATORIUM
EXTENSION:
JAN. 6
For more info visit 
CPP: bit.ly/CPPHELP 
CLE Water: bit.ly/H2OHELP
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
This is what #InternationalDayOfPersonswithDisabilities is about: breaking barriers. The Chore program has helped seniors & people with disabilities complete household tasks for several years. Now we’re piloting snow shoveling! Grateful to our volunteers! www.ideastream.org/community/20...
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New Cleveland program pairs seniors with snow-shoveling volunteers
The Snow Heroes pilot program is an initiative that's part of the city’s age-friendly communities plan, which aims to keep seniors in their homes as they age.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Grateful for Council President Griffin's leadership & @clecitycouncil.bsky.social partnership in closing this difficult chapter. The $100M agreement with the Browns protects taxpayers, clears long-standing obstacles, & finally positions our lakefront to be the world-class asset Clevelanders deserve.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
Returning our Emergency Medical Services to full staffing has been one of my top safety priorities -- and we’ve met it. That means more ambulances on the street, quicker response times, and a safer city for everyone. www.cleveland.com/news/2025/11...
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With new cadets, Cleveland EMS will have full staffing for the first time in decades, official says
Once its latest class of recruits graduate, Cleveland EMS will have a full staff for the first time in decades.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
I’m Grateful to call Cleveland my hometown, and even more grateful that I get to serve this great city as mayor. Because as mayor, I get to meet thousands of Clevelanders who inspire me with their kindness and ingenuity – and I’m grateful for each and every one of you! Enjoy Thanksgiving, Cleveland!
Text says: Happy Thanksgiving Cleveland against skyline of Cleveland on Cuyahoga River. Circular photo of Mayor Bibb with fall leaf frame. Text at bottom says Mayor Bibb!
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Today I joined a coalition of leaders who are signing onto the Building Brighter Futures Plan. We know it won't be easy, but it's the right thing to do to make sure CMSD has the resources it needs to give every scholar the opportunities they deserve.
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Building a brighter future for the Cleveland schools takes all of us: Justin Bibb
We stand with Cleveland Schools CEO Dr. Warren Morgan and the Cleveland school board in taking on this difficult but necessary step. We will work alongside families to make this transition as smooth a...
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
We’re announcing a 30-day pause on all Cleveland utility disconnections. With the govt. shut down and SNAP benefits delayed, we want families to have some breathing room. This pause is about stability, compassion, and making sure no one loses essential services.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Thank you, Cleveland!
Photo of Mayor Bibb with quote: Thank you, Cleveland voters! I’m deeply honored to serve you for another four years. Together, we’re reimagining our waterfronts, investing in neighborhoods, and building a safer, stronger, more united city. Let’s keep moving forward — together.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Cleveland! The polls are open today at 6:30 a.m. If you haven't voted yet, get out there and cast your ballot! Look up your polling location here ➡️bit.ly/MyVotePlace
Mayor Justin Bibb standing in front of the words vote
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Making sure people have enough to eat shouldn't be political. With SNAP set to run out tomorrow, we worked with @cuyahogacounty.bsky.social, @repshontelbrown.bsky.social, The Cleveland Foundation & others to get emergency funds to the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. www.wkyc.com/video/news/l...
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WATCH LIVE: Cleveland leaders announce 'major emergency fund' as SNAP payments face freeze
$1.4 million Ohioans risk losing food benefits due to ongoing federal government shutdown.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
From now on in Cleveland, employers don't hold all the cards in the hiring process. We've taken a huge step forward in making sure working people get the pay they deserve. www.cleveland.com/news/2025/10...
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It’s now illegal in Cleveland for employers to hide how much jobs actually pay
Cleveland’s new pay transparency law takes effect today.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
The Cleveland Era extends well beyond downtown. We’re making sure it reaches into every neighborhood, especially the places that were too often blocked from prosperity and investment. That’s what the Southeast Side Promise is all about. www.wkyc.com/article/news...
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Cleveland invests nearly $2 million in city businesses, including historic BBQ restaurant
Mayor Justin Bibb announces investments benefiting southeast Cleveland, boosting businesses like Wendy Dennis's Mount Pleasant Bar-B-Q with $93,000 for upgrades.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Before I took office, outdated systems got in the way of our ability to serve residents. I felt – and still feel – a lot of urgency about modernizing city government. Because with effective and efficient systems, we can do more for people and do it better. www.axios.com/local/clevel...
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Mayor Bibb's push to build a 21st-century City Hall
He campaigned on "modern, responsive" city government and has launched various digital tools.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
Deeply appreciate the words of encouragement from the Plain Dealer Editorial Board. I'm proud of what we've accomplished so far, but I know that our work isn’t done. www.cleveland.com/opinion/2025...
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A mayoralty of youth and energy - Justin Bibb’s first four years did not disappoint: editorial
Bibb is exactly the right person to serve as Cleveland mayor now and for the next four years. We look forward to what he will do with a second term -- and what he might do when he moves to his next challenge, writes the editorial board of The Plain Dealer and cleveland.com.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Grateful for Gov. DeWine's partnership. Building safer communities requires collaboration and creativity. That means both working with grassroots groups to reach at-risk youth AND partnering with state law enforcement to get illegal weapons off the street. www.wkyc.com/article/news...
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Cleveland crime initiative leads to 16 felony arrests, 11 firearms seized
The operation is part of an ongoing effort launched in 2023 by Gov. DeWine and Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb to reduce violent crime in the city.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Proud of this young lady. Allison is proof of the unlimited potential of our young people. 👏🏿💫https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/cleveland-student-allison-hero-award-saving-toddler-louisa-may-alcott/95-dbb6a13a-c4a7-48b0-91d9-3de2ed5f1cd5
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
Welcome aboard Carey! Cleveland will always remain a city that's committed to being welcoming and tolerant to all people, regardless of their gender or who they love. Looking forward to working with you to make sure we stay true to our values. signalcleveland.org/cleveland-no...
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Cleveland now has a full-time LGBTQ+ community liaison
LGBTQ+ Community Liaison Carey Gibbons is the first in the role full time for the city of Cleveland and maybe in Ohio.
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
The County Board of Elections is open for early voting! It's easy and convenient. Check here and find a time that works for you!⬇️ boe.cuyahogacounty.gov/voters/vote-...
Photo of Bibb standing in white shirt and black pants. 
Text says Vote Early
Cuyahoga County BOE
1803 Superior Ave
Cleveland, OH 44114
Mayor BIbb!
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
This is great news. Glad to see the Southeast Side Promise living up to its name. www.crainscleveland.com/real-estate/...
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First home rehabbed for Cleveland’s SES Promise hits market — and sells fast
When the City of Cleveland approached the Cuyahoga Land Bank in May to renovate three homes as part of its ongoing Southeast Side Promise initiative, nobody could have expected that the first home wou...
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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Thinking of Greater Cleveland’s many federal and workers their families today. I want to remind everyone about the rapid response hub we created earlier this year. We will get through this together. clevelandohio.gov/news/mayor-b...
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Mayor Bibb Calls on Local Leaders to Support Public Servants in Greater Cleveland: Announces Rapid Response Hub
Cleveland, OH – March 6, 2025 – In response to the significant challenges faced by federal employees residing in Cuyahoga County since January 20, 2025—including layoffs, funding eliminations, and the...
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