CLEVELAND — The City of Akron and partners United Way of Summit & Medina and Community Legal Aid brought forth legislation to Akron City Council on Monday to launch a pilot program that would help those facing eviction.
What You Need To Know
- The goal is to help tenants by minimizing the harm evictions can cause
- It’s a three-year pilot program that is set to start in September with an budget of $250,000 each year
- The program will include a managing attorney, attorney and paralegal to help residents
The program, called Right to Counsel, would provide legal counsel and supportive services to residents, and it would help address tenants’ needs while also minimizing the effects evictions can cause.
It’s a three-year pilot program that is set to start in September with an budget of $250,000 each year…