The fate of Akron’s historic Firestone Plant 1 is now in the hands of Akron City Council.
City officials are seeking to demolish the 115-year-old building, the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company’s former headquarters. The city has owned the property since 2013, according to the proposal.
Last month, Akron’s Urban Design and Historic Preservation Commission rejected the city’s request, saying the structure, particularly its historic front façade and clock tower, should be preserved…