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Call to Artists: Veterans Art Exhibition

The exhibition will be held on Veterans Day, November 11, 2023, at the Leona Farris Lodge, Stow, Ohio. 

All Ohio veterans, National Guard Reserve, and active-duty artists are invited to submit artwork. Artists of all skill levels and backgrounds a...

Snowplow Assistance Program – 2023-2024 Winter Season

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Applications will be available at Stow City Hall or below starting Monday, October 2, 2023 at 8:00 AM.

The program is designed to provide driveway and sidewalk snow removal services to residents who are either elderly or disabled and are ex...

Road Closures - Fearless Fighters 5K

Voluntary City Commission Positions For Stow Residents

Stow Mayor John Pribonic is a seeking Stow residents who have an interest in serving the City in a voluntary capacity. Stow residents are needed to fill vacancies on many city commissions. An appointment to vacancies are made by the Mayor and confirmed by...

Mosquito Protection

Parts of Stow are on this week's mosquito protection spray schedule.

Stow Mosquito Spray Schedule

Trap 325 & 317

The spray schedule and spray maps can be viewed on Summit County Public Health’s (SCPH) website at Mosquito Spray Schedule...

September 2023 e-newsletter

September 2023 Newsletter

The September 2023 e-newsletter is jam packed full of information, including:

• Summer Sunset Blast Information
• 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
• 2023 Paw Fest
• Stow Historical Society Annual Harvest Festival
• Stow Urban Forestry Invasive Plants Prog...

September 2023 Mayor Letter

Dear Community,

The intensity of this past week’s storms has caused a great deal of tree damage, among other destruction, that residents are having to deal with. We want residents to know that we have significantly expanded our response ...

Mosquito Protection

Parts of Stow are on this week's mosquito protection spray schedule.

Stow Mosquito Spray Schedule

Trap 329

The spray schedule and spray maps can be viewed on Summit County Public Health’s (SCPH) website at https://www.scph.org/pest-control...

Update on Storm Damages to Parks and Playgrounds

Storm Related Brush Pick Up Sign Up

Requests for pick up will be taken through Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Noon.  If you have seen city workers on your street already, please still include your address.

You must have your materials on your curb - NOT IN THE STREET! - by 7:00 AM on...

Update: Dry Ice Available To Those in Need

Bow Wow Beach is Open

Bow Wow Beach Closed Today

Place Storm Related Debri on Curb

We know many residents have been affected by last nights storm and are cleaning up yard debris.  At this time, please place all debris from the storm on your curb.  Further information about pick up will be forthcoming.

SKiP Playground - Closed Thursday, August 24 (7am-noon)

SKiP Playground will be closed on Thursday, August 24 from 7am-noon for routine inspection and maintenance.  

Reminders:  When you visit our playground, please remember to clean up after yourself.  We love our park and hope you d...

Akron Zoo Offering Free Community Days

Power Outages in Stow

Graham / Fishcreek Intersection Project - 8/18/23 Update

Starting Saturday, August 19th at 6:00 AM, the Graham/Fishcreek Intersection will be paved with the intermediate course. Monday, August 21st at 6:00 PM, the final surface course will be placed.

The project will then be basically completed except for clean-...

Mosquito Protection

Parts of Stow are on this week's mosquito protection spray schedule.

Stow Mosquito Spray Schedule

Trap 328

Trap 282

The spray schedule and spray maps can be viewed on Summit County Public Health’s (SCPH) website at https://www.scph.org/pest...

August 2023 e-newsletter

AUGUST 2023 Newsletter

The August 2023 e-newsletter is jam packed full of information, including:

• Summer Sunset Blast Information
• Pop Up in the Park at Partridge Highland Park
• Concerts on the Green
• Team Up 2 Clean Up
• Traffic Box Art for Sale
• How to become a Mast...

August 2023 Mayor Letter

Dear Community,

Thank you so much for your support of our new amenity – SKIP Playground! I could not be more excited about the positive response that has come from the new Skip Playground, both from our community and from the region. It truly is ...

Kent State Airport Runway Restoration

On August 1^st 2023, the KSU Airport will be closed for approximately two months for the restoration of the airport’s runway. The project will include milling and replacement of the pavement with more extensive repairs to the north end of the run...

Hydrant Flushing Program in Stow to Commence

Hydrant Flushing Program in Stow to Commence

The City of Stow Water Department will begin its 2nd round of hydrant flushing for the year on Monday, July 31, 2023 (weather dependent).  This round of flushing will take approximately 7-8 weeks to com...

SKiP Playground - Closed Thursday, July 27 (7am-noon)

SKiP Playground will be closed on Thursday, July 27 from 7am-noon for maintenance.  

When you visit our playground, please remember to clean up after yourself.  We love our park and hope you do!  Clean up for others to enjoy, too...

Mosquito Protection

Parts of Stow are on this week's mosquito protection spray schedule.

Stow Mosquito Spray Schedule

The spray schedule and spray maps can be viewed on Summit County Public Health’s (SCPH) website at https://www.scph.org/pest-contro...

Water Discoloration - Safe to Drink

The City of Akron had a plant shutdown yesterday for repairs causing a fluctuation in water pressure.  The Water is Safe to drink but may not be aesthetically pleasing.  Questions may be directed to the Stow Water Department at 330-689-2...

The City of Stow plans to reconstruct State Rt. 91 (Darrow Rd.)

The City of Stow plans to reconstruct State Route 91 (Darrow Road), from the southern corporation limit to Norton Road with a project length of 3.4 miles. The proposed improvements in...

Concert on the Green Parking Options

Graham Road/Fishcreek Road Update - 7/17/2023

Starting Monday, July 17, 2023, the Graham/Fishcreek Intersection Improvement Project signal work will be completed and the new signals will be activated. All the old signal equipment will be removed. 

Roadway construction will also begin July 17^t...

Stow to Test Emergency Alert Notification System

The City of Stow will be conducting a test of the emergency alert system on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.  This test will be done quarterly by the City of Stow to ensure that the system is working correctly for those who have signed up for the City o...

SKiP Playground - Closed Thursday, July 13 (7am-noon)

SKiP Playground will be closed on Thursday, July 13 from 7am-noon for maintenance.  

When you visit our playground, please remember to clean up after yourself.  We love our park and hope you do!  Clean up for others to enjoy, too...

Stow Arts Commission: Traffic Box Art Phase III For Sale

The boxes are covered with local artists’ work, many of whom are residents of Stow. Compliment after compliment came into the City as more boxes were unveiled by the Stow Arts Commission.The call went out to each of the “box artists&am...

Ohio's Law on Fireworks

With last year's fireworks law that went into effect on July 1, 2022, we wanted to remind our community what is permissible under the law.  Please see the attached flyer to learn more.  You can access the Ohio Department of Comm...

July 2023 e-Newsletter

July 2023 City of Stow e-Newsletter   

 This issue has a lot of great information!

• #CelebrateStow Events
  1. Patriotic Farmers Market
  2. Fun In Stow Splash Bash
  3. Patriotic Picnic & SKiP Playground Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting
  4. First Christ...

July 2023 Mayor Letter

Dear Community,

The City of Stow has much to celebrate! And this time of year, we focus on bringing our community together to do just that! Residents and visitors have many opportunities to Celebrate Stow this year. And we hope everyone will participate in...

Public Hearing Notice

Stow City Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of Stow City Hall, 3760 Darrow Road, Stow, Ohio, to discuss Ordinance No. 2023-101

Public Hearing Notice

Stow City Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of Stow City Hall, 3760 Darrow Road, Stow, Ohio, to discuss Ordinance No. 2023-101

Statewide Air Quality Advisory

Ohio EPA is issuing a statewide Air Quality Advisory as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality.  The advisory is in effect through the end of June 28. Ohio EPA expects the Air Quality Index to be in the &ldquo...

Mosquito Protection

Parts of Stow are on this week's mosquito protection spray schedule.

Stow Mosquito Spray Schedule

The spray schedule and spray maps can be viewed on Summit County Public Health’s (SCPH) website at https://www.scph.org/pest-contro...

REMINDER: Public Hearing Notice, July 13, 2023

Stow City Council Public Hearing Notice for Thursday, July 13, 2023 at 5:30pm.

Public Hearing Notice, July 13, 2023

Stow City Council Public Hearing Notice for Thursday, July 13, 2023 at 5:30pm.

City Council Meeting Rescheduled to August 3

The Stow City Council meeting for August 10^th has been rescheduled to August 3^rd

City Council Meeting Rescheduled to August 3

The Stow City Council meeting for August 10^th has been rescheduled to August 3^rd

Celebrating Juneteenth: Community Conversations & Reflections

Graham Road/Fishcreek Road Update

The Graham/Fishcreek Intersection Improvement Project signal work began May 8, 2023, shortly after the signal poles arrived.  All the underground signal work was completed by June 1, 2023, the original scheduled delivery date for the signal equip...

ReWorks Household Hazardous Waste Collection

ReWorks Household Hazardous Waste Collection is open for the season.ReWorks’ Household Hazardous Waste Collection has begun for the 2023 season. Each year, June through the end of September, ReWorks invites Summit County residents to bring house...

The City Delivers Roadway and Sidewalk Improvements

The City of Stow provides a high level of service to its residents through a variety of improvement projects including road and sidewalk maintenance.  This is the season of orange cones, lane shifting, and yellow vests.   Please take cau...

June 2023 Mayor Letter

Dear Community,

Who doesn’t have that Summer feel? Graduating seniors and many other graduates, beautiful weather, planning vacations, road construction projects, and an abundance of fun events! I want to extend my best wishes to you and your fam...

Did You Help Build the 1991 SKiP Playground?

Mayor Pribonic is calling out to ALL construction volunteers who had a hand in building the 1991 Skip Playground! If you were part of the volunteer team in 1991, and are interested in participating in the Stow Fourth of July Parade, please contact Deb in ...

Team Up 2 Clean Up Around Stow This Week-end!

TEAM UP 2 CLEAN UP volunteers will be out in force this week-end picking up litter alongside the roads, parking lots, and some park areas in Stow.  Please watch for the bright green t-shirts alongside many roads and sidewalks – please s...

Public Hearing Notice, May 25, 2023

Stow City Council Public Hearing Notice for Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 5:00pm.

CITY OF STOW BOIL WATER ADVISORY LIFTED

Stow, Ohio, May 12, 2023 (9:45 AM) – The City of Stow’s boil water advisory for an affected area of the city has now been lifted.  Wednesday, May 10, 2023, the City issued a boil water advisory for an affected area of Stow fol...

Update Boil Water Alert

The water main break that occurred at the intersection of Graham and Fishcreek Roads on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, has been repaired. The repair of the roadway is ongoing. Expected completion is later this evening, May 11, 2023. There will be traffic delays...

Boil Water Advisory & Water Main Break

The City of Stow has experienced a water main break at Fishcreek/Graham roads on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. A boil alert advisory has been issued in this area. Avoid the area while traveling. FOR THE AREAS HIGHLIGHTED, DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOU...

Graham / Fishcreek Intersection Project

May 2023 e-Newsletter

This issue has a lot of great information!

May 2023 Mayor Letter

Dear Community,

If you know, you know! Drive by Stow City Center Complex, and you simply CANNOT miss it! Skip Playground is well underway! I could not be more excited to see all of our planning, fundraising, and determination come to fruition! Thank you to...

Bricks for SKiP

ORDER BRICK HERE 

Don't miss out on this Great opportunity to leave your mark on the NEW Skip Playground! A Sponsored brick landscape area has been dedicated to this near the entrance to the playground. Original Skip Playground brick sponsors are ...

April 2023 Mayor Letter

Dear Community,

I hope everyone is now safe after the weather events we have had these last two weekends. I am so grateful to our wonderful City workforce for keeping us all safe. We strive to provide top-notch city services, while working hand-i...

Traffic Delays during Fishcreek Raccoon Run (April 30)

The Fishcreek Raccoon Racoon Run 5K will take place this Sunday, April 30th between 7:45-10am.  Please be aware the run will cause traffic interruptions and delays on Stow Road, Fishcreek Road, and Young Road.

Read on...

Public Hearing Scheduled for April 26, 2023 was cancelled and rescheduled

Public Hearing regarding legislation 23-64, 23-65, 23-66.  

Hydrant Flushing Program in Stow to Commence

Hydrant Flushing Program in Stow to Commence

The City of Stow Water Department will begin its biannual hydrant-flushing program on Monday, March 27, 2023 (weather dependent).  The program is expected to last several months, ending this fall. Signs...

Stow Brush Drop Off Extended Hours

The City of Stow has implemented extended hours for the brush drop off program due to the recent storms. Stow residents may bring their brush from cleaning up their yard to the brush drop-off site at 5070 Stow Road, Stow, week-days from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 ...

State of the City - 2022

Mayor Pribonic recently reported on the State of the City 2022. His goals for 2022 included focusing on the needs of our residents, keeping our city at the forefront of economic and business development, building strong partnerships with our local busines...

Helicopters Overhead in Stow On March 27 & 28

If you happen to be travelling by Fox Den Golf Course on Call Road in Stow and see a helicopter flying over, and the helicopter is transporting trees, you’re not seeing things! A private company, Energy Transfer, has an easement on the Fox Den property th...

Understanding Regulations for Door-to-Door Solicitations

• The City of Stow does not have representatives going door-to-door to provide information or enroll residents into our utility aggregate programs. All of our programs provide information through the US mail with the asso...

March 2023 Mayor Letter

Dear Residents,

As Mayor of Stow, my goals for the months ahead include focusing on the needs of our residents, keeping our city at the forefront of economic and business development, building strong partnerships with our local businesses, and supporting d...

Traffic Signal Box City Beautification Phase III Call for Art

The Stow Arts Commission is providing an open art call. The commission is seeking proposals from artists to provide artwork for vinyl wrapping of electrical traffic signal boxes. March 10, 2023 5:00 pm: Deadline for submission

Public Hearing Notice, March 9, 2023

Stow City Council Public Hearing Notice for Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 5:00pm.

Public Hearing Notice, February 23, 2023

Stow City Council Public Hearing Notice for Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 5:00pm.

January 2023 Mayor Letter

Dear Stow Residents,

With New Year’s Eve behind us, now is that time when we reflect on the previous year and celebrate the arrival of the new year. It’s also a time to share hopeful Happy New Year wishes with everyone in your life, inc...

Emergency Parking Ban Lifted

The City of Stow has lifted the emergency parking ban that was activated on Friday, December 23 at Midnight.  Thank you for adhering to the ban. 

Online Permit Access and Processing Portal

Citizens can now access the City of Stow’s NEW permit application submittal and permit processing portal. 

RESIDENTIAL PERMITTING

Homeowners may use the portal to apply to the City of Stow for permits for the following:

• New Home C...

December Mayor Letter

Dear Stow Residents,It is hard to believe we are closing in on another year! As we celebrate the upcoming holiday season, many of you have inquired about how you can help those less fortunate. We have a wealth of opportunities for you to make a difference...

October Mayor Letter

Dear Stow Residents,

With the onset of the Fall season, we look forward to many exciting endeavors for our community; including fun events, programs, community services and other important initiatives. We look forward to winding down 2022 in a tra...

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