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City Council Updates
Redistricting and Reducing Cleveland City Council Wards
According to the 2020 Census, Cleveland’s population was recorded at 372,624. Had just 2,376 more residents participated, the total would have reached 375,000—allowing City Council to maintain its 17-member structure.
Instead, the population shortfall has led to a redistricting process, and beginning in 2026, Council will be reduced to 15 members as required by the City Charter.
Prospective Council candidates must file by June 11, 2025. To qualify, each candidate must collect at least 200 signatures from registered voters within the ward they intend to represent. Additionally, candidates must have been continuous residents of the city for at least 12 months before the next regular Municipal election.
For any ward where more than two candidates are running, a primary election will be held on September 9, 2025. The municipal general election is scheduled for November 4, 2025.
Visit clevelandcitycouncil.org/redistricting for information
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