Ravenna, Ohio
The Pulse of Portage CountyWelcome to Ravenna, Ohio
Ravenna’s convenient location in the heart of the northeast Ohio industrial and technology corridor is minutes from cities, interstate highways and two large state universities – perfect commuting distance to greater Cleveland, Akron, Youngstown and surrounding communities.
The City of Ravenna has enacted a one-year Moratorium on storage units, storage facilities, storage pods and self-storage establishments. Click here for Ordinance No. 2023-024 for further details.
Mayor Seman talking to some of the Ravenna High School students today for Service Day 2023
Road & Sidewalk Closure for Po. Cty. Prosecutor’s Building to begin June 5, 2023
The Portage County Prosecutor’s Office will be having sidewalk, road closures & lane restrictions from June 5, 2023, through September 29, 2023. To see the map of the proposed restrictions and closures, please click on the link below for a map of the area.
Po. Co. Prosecutors Bldg. – Proposed Road & Sidewalk Interruption Plan
The City of Ravenna, OH is proud to announce that Moody’s Investors Service recently upgraded the issuer rating for the City of Ravenna from A3 to A1. This double rating increase is typically not seen by Moody’s, however, the financial strengthening and economic growth from business attraction and local business expansions over the past couple of years has played a positive impact on Ravenna’s outlook and resiliency. See the attached press release from Moody’s.
News & Events
News
Report Streetlight Outage
Click here to report a streetlight outage.
Low-Interest Loans Available
Low-Interest loans are now available to Portage Homeowners, Small Businesses, and family farms. A new partnership will provide low-interest loans for improvements to homes, businesses and farms. See full article from the Record Courier and this brochure for more...
Neighborhood Revitalization for Low-Income Individuals
The Neighborhood Revitalization in Kent, OH has a program available for low-income individuals. Please click here for more details.
Portage County Ohio Means Jobs
The Portage County Ohio Means Jobs is a great workforce solutions resource. To learn more about how OMJ can assist your business workforce needs, download the OMJ Business Resource Guide. DOWNLOAD THE RESOURCE GUIDE
Events
Welcome to The Main Street Mile!
The Main Street Mile is a curated one-mile loop that encompasses the heart of downtown Ravenna. The City held a community celebration for the grand opening of the new Main Street Mile on Saturday, October 23rd. To hear more about the Main Street Mile, listen to the Portage County Safety Council’s podcast featuring Chelsea Gregor discussing the creation of this new walking path.
Mulch Giveaway
Bag & Brush – Ward 1 & 3
Committee Meetings
Mulch Giveaway
Juneteenth- All City Offices Closed
Mulch Giveaway
The City of Ravenna will be having their Mulch Giveaway beginning May 20th, 2023, from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. We will be having the giveaway while supplies last. There will be personnel there to help load the mulch. This is only available to city and township residents. Please bring verification of address. The mulch is not for landscaping companies, only the residents. June dates and times are as follows:
Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 8 a.m. – Noon
Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 8 a.m. – Noon
Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 8 a.m. – Noon
Saturday, June 24, 2023, from 8 a.m. – Noon
If you should have any questions, please call the Service Director’s office at (330) 296-6326.
Ravenna Rocks Series
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Saturday, August 12, 2023
Saturday, October 7, 2023
For more information, please click here on their website https://ravennaareachamber.com/
Ravenna Cruise-In
Click here for details
Halloween Walk & Trick or Treat
The City of Ravenna will be having their Trick or Treat event after the Halloween Walk from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Midnight Madness
The Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce will be having their Midnight Madness again on November 24, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Economic Development
We’re just minutes from major Northeast Ohio & national highways and rail transportation.
The City of Ravenna can help you maximize these business benefits in many ways, including:
- Helping to secure locations from the spacious industrial parkway to historic downtown
- Expediting tax abatements for historical properties
- Introducing you to a business, financial and ready-to-work labor community
- Connecting you to high quality housing to meet all budgets
- Making your business-community relationship seamless and successful
Great Reasons to Love Ravenna
Ravenna Housing
Appealing to a broad range of tastes, ranging from historic homes to new, contemporary developments all within a five square mile area.
Ravenna Recognizes Good Citizens
Ravenna’s Rich History
Ravenna is Family-Friendly
Ravenna is Home to the Port Authority
Ravenna's Historical Buildings
Neighborhood Development Services Home Improvement Grants
As a full-service community development catalyst, Neighborhood Development Services (NDS) facilitates strong community relationships, supports resident-driven groups, and develops socially-conscious businesses to drive communities toward a vibrant future.
NDS’ services include housing rehabilitation, homebuyer education, downtown revitalization, economic development, financing and job creation, revolving loan fund administration, project administration, grant implementation, and real estate development.
For further assistance with Fair Housing or information on how to file a complaint please contact:
Lisa Reeves, CDBG Specialist
Portage County Regional Planning Commission
449 South Meridian Street, 6th Floor, Ravenna, Ohio 44266
Phone: (330) 297-3613
Email: lreeves@pcrpc.org
Residents
Essential information about everyday amenities, special events, park and rec activities, and more.
Business
Development resources for the enterprises that serve greater Ravenna or want to locate here.
Departments
Officials and legislators. Meeting minutes. Boards, city services, permits, ordinances and more.
Community
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The City of Ravenna welcomes your questions, comments and concerns.
We promise to respond promptly.