AKRON, Ohio — Akron City Council unanimously approved Mayor Shammas Malik’s proposed 2026 Capital Investment & Community Development Program this week, signing off on nearly $342 million in infrastructure spending across the city.
Council passed the capital budget by a 12-0 vote.
According to the City of Akron, the $341.9 million plan focuses on major infrastructure investments in public safety, transportation, water and sewer systems, parks and recreation facilities and other public facilities. The budget also includes certain investments tied to economic development, housing and community services…