FY27 Community Project Funding
Congresswoman Emilia Sykes submitted 20 community projects for consideration in the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) appropriations process. Together, the projects total $89,186,557 for Ohio’s 13th Congressional District. Listed below are the projects Congresswoman Sykes submitted for FY27, to the House Appropriations Committee in alphabetical order.
In compliance with House Rules and Committee requirements, Congresswoman Emilia Sykes has certified that she, her spouse, and her immediate family have no financial interest in any of the projects approved.
AxessPointe Health Integrated Community Hub: $4 million
Requestor: Axess Family Services, Inc.
AxessPointe Community Health Centers play a critical role in addressing chronic disease and barriers to healthcare access. This project will consolidate services into an expanded facility at AxessPointe’s West Market Street location in Akron. This location is part of a collaborative campus with the LeBron James Family Foundation and Coleman Health Services, bringing together healthcare, behavioral health, education, and workforce services.
The upgraded facility will include 10 new exam rooms for medical, dental, and vision care. It will also create dedicated space for community health workers who help patients navigate services like insurance, appointments, and social support. By combining services in one place, patients won’t need to travel between different locations to get care.
Cascade Village Preservation & Revitalization Initiative: $2 million
Requestor: Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
On April 1, the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority (AMHA) assumed full ownership and operational oversight of Cascade Village, a 242-unit mixed-income family housing community located in Akron that includes 106 Public Housing units, 58 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit units, and 78 Market-Rate units.
This project focuses on renovating Cascade Village to make it safer and more livable for families. Planned upgrades include roof replacement, elevator repairs and modernization, building system upgrades, HVAC replacements, and other structural and interior improvements that will improve safety, accessibility, and quality of life for residents. Some vacant apartments will be repaired so they can be inhabited again, increasing available housing.
Clinton Sewer & Water Regionalization Program: $12 million
Requestor: Village of Clinton
This project will build new public sewer and drinking water systems in the Village of Clinton and southern New Franklin, areas that currently rely on individual septic tanks and wells. Many of these systems are old or failing, which can lead to sewage leaking into nearby rivers and groundwater. The new infrastructure will reduce pollution in the Tuscarawas River watershed and improve public health. It will also make it easier for businesses to expand, since they won’t need to install their own water and wastewater systems.
Copley Road East Trail: $2 million
Requestor: Copley Township
The Copley Road East Trail will connect Copley Circle to Copley Community Park through a safe, ADA-accessible, multi-use path. Currently, Copley Circle and the Township’s 80-acre Copley Community Park are located less than one mile apart, but there is currently no safe way for residents to walk or bike between them. Travelers must rely on State Route 162, where no dedicated sidewalks or multi-use facilities exist. Within this one-mile radius are both Copley-Fairlawn Arrowhead Primary School and Copley-Fairlawn Middle School, meaning students and families must rely almost entirely on vehicle travel despite the close proximity of key community destinations. This project improves everyday safety and expands access to parks, schools, and local destinations, creating more equitable opportunities for residents to move through the community.
Cuyahoga Falls Gorge Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project: $20 million
Requestor: City of Cuyahoga Falls
This project will replace and relocate the 100-year-old Gorge Interceptor sewer from the Gorge Metro Park and connect more than 6,000 feet of new sanitary sewer to Akron's Northside Tunnel at Front Street. It will improve local infrastructure, increase storage capacity during heavy rain, and eliminate two sanitary sewer overflows that discharge into the Cuyahoga River.
Fulton/25th/Harrison Roundabout: $2 million
Requestor: City of Canton
This project will replace a traditional traffic light intersection with a roundabout to improve traffic flow. Drivers will no longer need to wait at long red lights, reducing congestion and delays. The design will also include safer crossings for pedestrians and better access for cyclists. This is especially important because the intersection connects Canton McKinley High School and Stadium Park, the City of Canton’s largest park. The improvements will make it easier and safer for students and residents to reach these locations without relying on a car.
Growing Green Wetland Placemaking Project: $200,000
Requestor: City of Green
This project will enhance an existing wetland area, located at the Green Middle School campus, and turn it into a more accessible public space. The wetland already helps reduce flooding by managing stormwater from surrounding neighborhoods. It also improves water quality by filtering pollutants before they reach downstream areas. The Growing Green Wetland Placemaking Project seeks to create an accessible, peaceful public space for residents seeking quiet reflection and wildlife observation. By expanding this centrally located natural space into a welcoming public amenity, the project supports equitable access to nature, particularly for local families and seniors who may not easily reach larger parks on the city's outskirts.
Kent State University Airport Improvements: $6.1 million
Requestor: Kent State University Airport
This project will add new taxi lanes and aircraft parking areas at the Kent State University Airport. These upgrades will help the airport meet current safety and design standards. The project will keep the airport functioning efficiently and safely for pilots, students, and the community. The Kent State University Airport is a community general aviation airport with the largest number of operations per year in the state. The airport averages 198 aircraft operations per day, totaling 72,500 annually.
Massillon Salt Storage Facility Project: $900,000
Requestor: City of Massillon
This project will construct a new salt storage facility at the City of Massillon garage to properly store road salt used for winter maintenance of the city’s roadways. Proper storage protects local waterways by preventing salt runoff and contamination while also improving the efficiency of winter maintenance operations. The facility will help ensure safe and reliable travel on city roadways during winter weather events.
North Canton 7th Streetscape & Bus Lane: $2 million
Requestor: City of North Canton
This project will improve a busy road near the North Canton City Schools campus, which serves about 2,500 students daily. Plans include adding a dedicated bus lane to reduce traffic congestion during drop-off and pick-up times and widening sidewalks to improve safety for students walking to school. The project will also add street trees, lighting, and other features to improve the area’s appearance. These changes will make the road safer and more efficient for buses, cars, pedestrians, and cyclists.
North Hills Water District Critical Water Main Replacement Project: $3 million
Requestor: North Hills Water District, serving Northfield Center and Sagamore Hills Townships
This project will replace aging water pipes that are 55 years old and prone to breaking. The North Hills Water District has had nine significant breaks in the last five years, significantly outpacing the break rate of the entire system. These frequent water main breaks have caused service disruptions and damage to nearby properties. New pipes will improve water pressure and reliability for residents. The upgrades will reduce maintenance costs and allow the water district to focus resources on other improvements. The project also provides direct benefit to residents of Northfield Center and Sagamore Hills Townships with reliable water service and fire protection and preserves water district resources for other projects.
Norton Commerce Park Waterline Project: $1 million
Requestor: City of Norton
This project will install a new 12-inch water main from Eastern Road north along 3,425 feet of South Cleveland–Massillon Road to 31st Street, including service connections and hydrant installation, and will abandon an existing 8-inch water main. The larger pipe will improve water pressure and provide more reliable service to homes and businesses. The upgrade will also allow new businesses to develop in the nearby Norton Commerce Park.
Project DEPOT: $6 million
Requestor: Development Finance Authority of Summit County
Project DEPOT (Defense Energy Polymer Occupational Training) will redevelop a former industrial property in Barberton into a training center for high-demand manufacturing jobs. The facility will focus on skills like welding and metalwork needed for defense-related industries. It is expected to train about 500 people each year. The program will help fill a shortage of skilled workers, especially for shipbuilding and submarine construction. It will also provide local residents with access to well-paying career opportunities. This project is a collaboration between the Barberton Community Foundation and the Development Finance Authority of Summit County.
Reminderville Stormwater Flooding Mitigation: $4.4 million
Requestor: City of Reminderville
This project will reduce flooding in a residential neighborhood adjacent to Aurora Lake that regularly experiences water damage. Improvements will include new drainage systems and a bypass channel to redirect water flow. These changes are expected to reduce major flood levels by nearly half. The project will protect homes, roads, and emergency access routes while improving overall safety.
Stark County Family Justice Center - Stark County: $5.5 million
Requestor: Stark County Board of Commissioners
The Stark County Board of Commissioners is seeking funding to purchase and renovate an existing building to launch a Family Justice Center in Stark County that provides coordinated, wraparound services in one safe and compassionate location for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and abuse. This building will house multiple services in one location; implement a shared intake system that is survivor-led and allows communication and coordination of services; provide civil legal services; and increase knowledge, understanding, and participation in the criminal justice system.
Stow Bike & Hike Spur: $3 million
Requestor: City of Stow
This project would allow residents to better access the City of Stow's Market District through the creation of the Bike & Hike Trail Spur. The Spur will allow for ADA accessibility and public access to the point of entry for the market district, which will include seating for outdoor dining and gathering, rest stations, a bike station with lockers, and restrooms that will be accessible 24 hours a day.
SUM Highland Road - City of Macedonia: $2,256,557
Requestor: City of Macedonia
The SUM Highland Road Project would address safety and congestion issues at the intersection of State Route 8 and Highland Road. The improvements would extend east to South Bedford Road, and then north to Nordonia High School. The improvements would include upgrading traffic signals, adding dedicated turn lanes, and enhancing pedestrian access and ADA compliance.
Summit County Real Time Crime Center: $750,000
Requestor: Summit County
This project will help Summit County establish a Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) within the County-owned Summit Emergency Communications Center in Tallmadge. The RTCC will be a secure, technology-enabled hub that aggregates real-time public safety data, conducts live analytical support, and coordinates multi-agency response during active incidents and emergency events. This funding request will target the technology component of the RTCC, which will be integrated with Summit County’s new 135-mile Public Safety Fiber Network. The technological component will enable integration of data sources and tools that allow officers to respond more quickly and make better decisions in the field. It will also improve coordination between different agencies during major incidents.
Village of Lakemore Pump Station Phase of Sanitary Sewer System Improvement Program: $1.98 million
Requestor: Village of Lakemore
This project will upgrade a pump station that is currently overwhelmed during heavy rainfall. Excess water can cause sewage backups into homes and overflows into nearby lakes. The improvements will increase the system’s capacity to handle stormwater. This will reduce flooding and improve water quality in the area. The project addresses long-standing public health and environmental concerns.
Wolf Creek Dam Water Supply Protection Project: $5.8 million
Requestor: City of Barberton
This project will repair and upgrade a dam that supplies drinking water to 28,800 people, including 72 industrial facilities, across most of Barberton as well as portions of Norton and Akron. Protecting this asset is essential to public health, reliable drinking water service, and continued economic activity throughout the service area.
Planned improvements include strengthening the structure, reducing flood risks, and updating safety systems. The work will help the dam meet modern safety standards. It will also extend the dam’s lifespan by about 50 years.