Jenny Spencer Archives

Cleveland Approves Speed Reduction on Lake Avenue to 30 MPH

“Every 5 mph increase in speed can be deadly. Even just that 5 mph reduction in speed can have a significant outcome,” said Ward 15 Councilwoman Jenny Spencer.

by Mark Oprea October 29, 2025October 29, 2025

News & Views

Andrew DeFratis Running for Cleveland City Council in New Ward 12

The Clifton-Baltic resident brings professional experience in government affairs and community relations

by Vince Grzegorek March 11, 2025July 4, 2025

News & Views

Nikki Hudson Running for Cleveland City Council in New Ward 11

The longtime Edgewater Parke resident has been an active part of the community, including fighting to save mature trees in Cudell park

by Vince Grzegorek February 7, 2025June 12, 2025

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Norfolk Southern Quiet as Concrete Falls From Lake Avenue Bridge

A state law could help put pressure on the bridge’s owner

by Mark Oprea December 26, 2024July 3, 2025

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Cleveland City Councilmember Jenny Spencer Won’t Seek Reelection

Ahead of council redistricting, it creates a rare open race as Spencer will not step down and appoint a successor

by Lee Chilcote November 13, 2024January 9, 2025

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‘It’s Just Sad’: Drug Store Closures Could Make Some Cleveland Neighborhoods Pharmacy Deserts

“It’s a huge equity issue. It signals that we’re no longer a fully walkable neighborhood—in a community where many households don’t have access to cars.”

by Mark Oprea August 2, 2024June 28, 2025

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Cleveland’s New Division of Forestry Could Help Speed Up Far-Reaching Tree Canopy Goals

A new department will put tree growth, Councilwoman Spencer said, “front and center”

by Mark Oprea July 18, 2024July 14, 2025

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Council’s Proposed Short-Term Rental Law Could Rattle Cleveland’s Airbnb Market

Legislation would ban stays over 30 days, require hosts to acquire a license, limit the number of guests, and restrict the amount of short-term rentals in any given area/building

by Mark Oprea May 23, 2024August 2, 2025

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Cleveland’s Parks and Rec Master Plan Leans Into 15-Minute City Concept

As the city eyes upgrades, maintenance and new builds for parks so that every resident is within a short walk of amenities, the question remains how to pay for it

by Mark Oprea May 16, 2024May 5, 2025