Office Hours at Libraries for Community Assistance
Staff Report / Akronlocal.org
**Summit County Department of Development Holding Office Hours at Local Libraries**
The Summit County Department of Development will be holding on-site office hours at select library branches to offer assistance with various community programs. This initiative is in partnership with the Akron-Summit County Public Library.
Residents can meet with representatives from the department to receive assistance with programs such as:
- Lead Abatement
- Lead Safe Ohio
- Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP)
- Household Sewage Treatment System (HSTS) Program
- Housing Rehabilitation Program
The office hours will be held from noon to 4 p.m. on the following dates and locations:
**Firestone Park Branch**
- Tuesday, January 21
- Tuesday, February 18
**Highland Square Branch**
- Thursday, December 19
- Thursday, January 16
- Thursday, February 20
**Maple Valley Branch**
- Friday, December 27
- Friday, January 24
- Friday, February 28
**Springfield-Lakemore Branch**
- Monday, January 13
- Monday, February 10
This is an opportunity for residents to meet with representatives in an accessible and convenient setting to address housing, environmental, and financial assistance needs. The events are supported by Ilene Shapiro, County Executive, and demonstrate a continued effort to connect community members with critical resources.
Source: Akron-Summit Library
Source Type: Library
Source Location: Akron
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