Ward 8 Council Member· 2019–2027
Joshua Thornsberry
Lorain
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 2
- Total speaking time
- 7:04
- Avg per meeting
- 3:32
- Segments
- 230
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Top issues during term (6)(Parks Rec)
Lorain Parks and Recreation 2026 Update
Impact depends on upcoming park maintenance and improvement recommendations.
Memorial trees in Lorain parks
Up to $100,000, funded from account 2780.R278.6700.1000.
Honorary Tomás Arias Avenue
Minimal — honorary signage only.
Park and Playground Equipment Procurement
Not to exceed $140,000 from Community Development Block Grant funds.
Vibrant Lorain Public Art Initiative
Potential funding up to $26 million tied to the broader Choice Neighborhoods implementation grant.
Parks and Streets Seasonal Staffing
Adds $100,000 total to the budget for seasonal labor.
Decisions during term (0)
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No decisions found matching Parks Rec.
Voting record (0)(Parks Rec)
No votes found matching Parks Rec.