The Massillon Lions Club held the first in-person meeting since last fall. The meeting was held at Santangelo’s Party Center, enabling the Club to get reconvene and follow current social distancing guidelines.
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The meeting’s guest speaker was Massillon Mayor, and fellow Massillon Lion, Mayor Kathy Catazaro-Perry presenting on the state of the City of Massillon. Mayor Kathy discussed the following:
Marketing – Innovation – Social Media:
- A new text messaging notification app for the City Massillon is sponsored by NIXLE. To receive messages text the word ‘Massillon’ to 888777.
- Check out the TV show ‘Massillon Today’ on MCTV Channel 22.
- The City’s website is updated regularly and being redesigned to be more user friendly and accessible to individuals with disabilities
- Multiple social media web sites are available to stay updated with City news.
The global pandemic & how the City of Massillon is addressing it
Sidewalk Repair Assistance:
- By submitting an application to the engineering department, the city of Massillon will cover 50% of the cost (up to $4,000.00)
Road Improvements
Overall City improvement initiatives, including:
- Downtown Streetscape
- Revitalization of Duncan Plaza
- Jake Roberson Memorial Park (2022 opening date).
Check out the PDF document below or visit the City’s website for more information.