Sage Lewis – The Shadow

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  • State & Federal Mass Transit Funding

    State & Federal Mass Transit Funding

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    We need to look very intensely at what grants and funds are available for mass transit and bike routes.  We likely don’t have a lot of extra money in the budget for these things. But there is very likely money available that we could use. 

  • The Urban Garden Initiative 

    The Urban Garden Initiative 

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    Akron already has some really cool urban gardens.  We need to look at all the places we can put more urban gardens.  Green space is critical to slowing water runoff during storms.  We can let the community vote on the most beautiful gardens. 

  • The NEO Mayors Consortium 

    The NEO Mayors Consortium 

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    All local mayors should be invited to meet online quarterly and in person yearly.  Different cities can host the consortiums to foster collaboration and innovative leadership strategies for the 21st century.  We all have similar issues. We can learn and grow from each other. 

  • The Pothole Incubator

    The Pothole Incubator

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    The pothole issue in Akron is beyond ridiculous.  I propose we turn this into an innovation opportunity.  Let the Polymer School tag the potholes and test different materials for filling potholes quickly, effectively and affordably.  Let the community submit ideas for pothole abatement. We’ll pick the best of these and test and track them as…

  • The 770

    The 770

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    There are over 770 cities in the United States that have the same combined sewer system issues that Akron has.  I will head up an online community for all of these cities to come together to discuss their experiences and issues.  We are stronger together than apart. 

  • Day 30 – What are my qualifications? – On The Road To Mayor

    Day 30 – What are my qualifications? – On The Road To Mayor

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    In an effort to connect a bit more I’m going to start doing more videos. Here’s a 52 second video on my qualifications to be mayor of Akron.  

  • Day 29 – I Believe In You – On The Road To Mayor

    Day 29 – I Believe In You – On The Road To Mayor

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    I highly recommend the PBS special on Mount Rushmore: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/films/rushmore/ This is one of those stories of defying all logic, rationalism and “reality.” These stories are everywhere if you look for them.  Very likely someone in your family at some point did something amazing and unbelievable.  These kinds of stories are so common that you…

  • Free Hot Dog Event at Cicero’s

    Free Hot Dog Event at Cicero’s

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          Hot dog events are a hit. (And totally in my budget.) We’re going to be at Cicero’s here: 447 N Hawkins Ave, Akron, OH 44313 Saturday, July 11 from noon to 1:30.  You can RSVP on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/events/990527854312268/ The store is owned by Abdul. He is a 21 year old entrepreneur.  We’re…

  • Day 28 – My Job As Mayor – On The Road To Mayor

    Day 28 – My Job As Mayor – On The Road To Mayor

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       I got an unexpected visit from former Akron mayor, Garry Moneypenny, today.  Garry was one of the first people in the neighborhood to come visit us when we bought our building at 15 Broad Street.  He was our council person in the 10th Ward. He visited several times over the years and was very…

  • Day 27 – The Voice of the People – The Road To Mayor

    Day 27 – The Voice of the People – The Road To Mayor

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          There is a massive revolt happening in the world right now. And you might not be aware of it.  Reddit is on fire.  If you aren’t familiar with Reddit I’d tell you to go. But much of it has been shut down. By the people.  Over 265 “Subreddits” have been turned private by…

  • Day 26 – July 4 – Henry Knox – On The Road To Mayor

    Day 26 – July 4 – Henry Knox – On The Road To Mayor

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       Simply put: The American Revolution was bad ass.  We stood up to the mighty British Empire. And ultimately we won.  I highly recommend “1776” by David McCullough My favorite player in the Revolutionary War was Henry Knox.  We had captured Fort Ticonderoga and Knox was to deliver all the ammunitions to the Continental Army…

  • Day 25 – My Religion – On The Road To Mayor

    Day 25 – My Religion – On The Road To Mayor

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       I got this cool question on my Facebook wall when I woke up this morning: “Are you really an atheist?” The short answer is: No.  But the background of that answer is complicated.  Let’s start at the very beginning.  My grandfather was a Methodist minister. He always had this beloved aura around him. He…

  • An Open Letter To Comunale and Williams

    An Open Letter To Comunale and Williams

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    Hey Guys, Thought you might enjoy this . . .   Countdown to The Primary Powered by knowndays.com   So, I’m not an experienced politician, as has been discussed on Radio and TV.  But I am a marketer and, while that can be about persuasion, I like to think it’s mostly about connection nowadays.  That’s…

  • Day 24 – Do you want jobs? Then you want me! – On The To Mayor

    Day 24 – Do you want jobs? Then you want me! – On The To Mayor

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       Stephanie Warsmith tweeted this:    Those are noble pursuits.  But then I got to thinking: what does the Clerk of Courts know about creating jobs? I’m sure he oversaw people that had jobs. That’s cool.  But that’s not creating jobs.  When I read that tweet I thought: “Hey! That’s what I do.” I create…

  • Day 23 – The Political Dodge & Weave – On The Road To Mayor

    Day 23 – The Political Dodge & Weave – On The Road To Mayor

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      When I watched presidential debates I always was amused by how they rarely answered the question they were asked. They answered the question they wished they were asked.  Maybe I’ll see someday why a candidate shouldn’t answer questions directly.  Maybe someday I’ll see why I shouldn’t say I don’t know the answer to a question. …

  • An Alternative to Dan Horrigan For Akron Mayor

    An Alternative to Dan Horrigan For Akron Mayor

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    Dan Horrigan is who the Democratic party wants to be the mayor of Akron. He will be given a lot of money by the Democratic Party. Honestly, I don’t know much about him because there isn’t a lot out there from him. The biggest information I’ve found on his stance is this WAKR interview: [soundcloud…

  • Day 22 – The power of Reddit – On The Road To Mayor

    Day 22 – The power of Reddit – On The Road To Mayor

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       I had an amazing day today talking with people on the Akron Subreddit.  If you’ve never been to Reddit I’d highly recommend it.  It will take a bit to get in the flow of it. But once you do you’ll likely see the power of it.  Reddit is democracy in action. Stories and comments…

  • Day 21 – Working On The Road – On The Road To Mayor

    Day 21 – Working On The Road – On The Road To Mayor

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       I love technology.  That’s probably why I’m in the technology business.  One of the many things I love about it is how it makes you free. With tech you can work (almost) anywhere.  Between our family’s love of travel and traveling for business, I am fortunate to get to see a lot of the…

  • Day 20 – Rest – On The Road To Mayor

    Day 20 – Rest – On The Road To Mayor

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       Near the end of World War I the German Major-General, Ludendorff, had a mental breakdown. He went to see a psychologist.  The psychologist told him he needed to take some time for himself. He needed to have a good meal, spend time with friends.  This sounds absurd as you contrast this to the cataclysmic…

  • Day 19 – Why I Ran As A Democrat First – On The Road To Mayor

    Day 19 – Why I Ran As A Democrat First – On The Road To Mayor

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       Stephanie Warsmith of the Akron Beacon Journal did an amazing piece on my switch from Democratic candidate for mayor to Independent candidate for mayor.  This move is highly risky because it gives the board of elections ammunition to say “he declared himself a Democrat by running as a Democrat so he’s a Democrat.” The…