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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 3h

The County Board of Elections is open for early voting! It's easy and convenient. Check here and find a time that works for you!⬇️
boe.cuyahogacounty.gov/voters/vote-...

Photo of Bibb standing in white shirt and black pants.
Text says Vote Early
Cuyahoga County BOE
1803 Superior Ave
Cleveland, OH 44114
Mayor BIbb!

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 4d

This is great news. Glad to see the Southeast Side Promise living up to its name. www.crainscleveland.com/real-estate/...

First home rehabbed for Cleveland’s SES Promise hits market — and sells fast

When the City of Cleveland approached the Cuyahoga Land Bank in May to renovate three homes as part of its ongoing Southeast Side Promise initiative, nobody could have expected that the first home wou...

www.crainscleveland.com

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 6d

Thinking of Greater Cleveland’s many federal and workers their families today.

I want to remind everyone about the rapid response hub we created earlier this year. We will get through this together.
clevelandohio.gov/news/mayor-b...

Mayor Bibb Calls on Local Leaders to Support Public Servants in Greater Cleveland: Announces Rapid Response Hub

Cleveland, OH – March 6, 2025 – In response to the significant challenges faced by federal employees residing in Cuyahoga County since January 20, 2025—including layoffs, funding eliminations, and the...

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 8d

Sometimes breaking what might seem like a small barrier can create a big opportunity. The Greater Cleveland Works team is thinking outside the box and finding ways to make sure more people share in the prosperity we're creating. signalcleveland.org/cleveland-wo...

How receiving $289 helped this Cleveland woman triple her income

Greater Cleveland Works, which runs the OhioMeansJob Center, is starting a fund to help job seekers with childcare, car repairs, etc.

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 9d

Appreciate this op-ed by Pastor Napoleon Harris.
It’s important to celebrate good things happening in Cleveland & all cities. Especially as some try to spread false, fear-based narratives. Proud of the work we’ve done to make Cleveland safer for everyone! www.cleveland.com/opinion/2025...

Someone should say something about crime reduction in Cleveland: Napoleon Harris

I’m someone, I’m saying something. I must, because when crime was higher, I didn’t bite my tongue -- I said something. And now that crime is declining, I'm saying something. Public safety is everyone’...

www.cleveland.com

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 10d

@everytown.bsky.social's endorsement means a lot to me. I'm proud that we've seen a decrease in gun violence during my administration. I'll keep on working to make Cleveland safe for everyone - no exceptions. www.everytown.org/press/everyt...

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 13d

Can't wait to welcome the Special Olympics to the Land and show their athletes all the love and support Cleveland has to offer!
More evidence that we are in the #ClevelandEra. 🔥

www.cleveland.com/news/2025/09...

Cleveland officially named host city for 2030 Special Olympics USA Games

Cleveland leaders signed an agreement Wednesday making the city the official host of the 2030 Special Olympics USA Games.

www.cleveland.com

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 21d

@peoplefor.bsky.social have been on the frontlines of making the promise of "liberty and justice for all" real. Honored to have their support. www.peoplefor.org/people-ameri...

When people have faith that their government works for them and not just the powerful few – our entire nation is stronger. That work starts locally. Since taking office, my administration has been on a mission to make Cleveland’s government better serve the people of Cleveland. We’ve done that by improving city services, leveraging public and private funds to revitalize under-resourced neighborhoods, and building safer communities through youth programs and better, more accountable policing. I’m proud to have the support of People For the American Way in our fight to deliver the full substance of freedom, justice, and democracy to every Clevelander.

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 22d

My grandparents and parents belonged unions. I owe a lot to the labor movement. I'm proud of the work we've done to improve conditions for working people in Cleveland - raising wages, improving transparency, & cracking down on wage theft. And more to come. signalcleveland.org/how-clevelan...

How Cleveland is working to grow the city’s middle class

Cleveland is steeping up enforcement of worker-focused laws officials are hoping will help to grow the city's middle class.

signalcleveland.org

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 23d

Mary Rose Oakar served Cleveland and this country with courage and compassion. As our city’s own trailblazer—first Democratic woman from Ohio in the U.S. House, advocate for women’s health, seniors, and our waterfront—her legacy lifts us up. Rest in power.

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 24d

Gathered with Team Bibb today to launch our re-election campaign where it began: the Southeast Side. A lot has changed since 2021, but I am still committed to improving safety, keeping neighborhoods strong, & creating good jobs. Grateful for our community. We rise together.

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 26d

When I said Cleveland Can't Wait, I meant it. When voters agreed with me, I knew we had to get started right away. We have done so much together, but we are not done yet. I invite you to join us and keep the momentum going. #RightLeaderRealResults

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · 28d

Congratulations to all the candidates who made it through to the general election.

I also want to express my admiration for everyone who threw their hat in the ring.

Running for office is fundamentally a hopeful act. Thank you for working to make our city better.

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · Sep 5

Mama Bibb and I voted today. ✔️✔️

You can, too! Early voting is open at the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections until 7:30 p.m., tomorrow 8:00 a.m. to 4 p.m., & Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Vote early or vote Tuesday on Election Day, just make a plan to vote!💪🏿
boe.cuyahogacounty.gov/voters/vote-...

Mama Bibb and Mayor Bibb in front of the "Vote" backdrop at the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections.

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · Sep 5

When our safety nets are under attack, local leaders have to find ways to stand in the gap.

Grateful to MetroHealth for establishing these new school-based health centers to help take care of our kids.
signalcleveland.org/new-health-c...

New health clinics open in Cleveland schools. Here's where.

CMSD now has a total of six in-school health clinics across the district. Two opened last year, while one has existed since 2013.

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · Sep 4

Mayors Andre Dickens, Van Johnson, Brandon Scott and Randall Woodfin and I outline what actually works in the
@thehill.com today. thehill.com/opinion/crim...

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · Sep 4

Mayors know how to keep our cities safe. We’ve been working with our communities to make our neighborhoods stronger & more secure. Sending the National Guard to our cities stokes fear & undermines the community trust we’ve worked hard to build.

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · Sep 3

“When I ran for mayor, the establishment told me to wait my turn. We’re impatient…because we’ve experienced the crises firsthand.” — RFS alum @justinmbibb.bsky.social

That impatience? It’s leadership. And it’s exactly why we need more young voices in office.

Cleveland’s mayor wants Democrats to know millennials like him are impatient and ready to lead

Justin Bibb says Democrats need to listen more to mayors. They see the impact of federal policy first-hand.

www.politico.com

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · Sep 2

My first campaign slogan was Cleveland Can't Wait. My generation can't wait, either. We've inherited recessions, a pandemic, a climate crisis, and out of control gun violence -- and we're impatient about finding solutions.
www.politico.com/news/2025/08...

Cleveland’s mayor wants Democrats to know millennials like him are impatient and ready to lead

Justin Bibb says Democrats need to listen more to mayors. They see the impact of federal policy first-hand.

www.politico.com

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · Aug 29

Great news!

A victory for tenants and a victory for our neighborhoods. www.cleveland.com/metro/2025/0...

Judge upholds new Cleveland law targeting absentee landlords

U.S. District Judge Pamela Barker ruled the "Residents First" initiative doesn't violate federal laws.

www.cleveland.com

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · Aug 28

Thinking of the Minneapolis school shooting victims today. What makes this even harder to take is knowing that we do not have to live this way. It's a policy choice. As long as politicians in DC & Columbus prioritize the gun lobby over people – these horrific events will continue.

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Democratic Mayors Association @democraticmayors.bsky.social · Aug 28

DMA President Mayor @justinmbibb.bsky.social: “Instead of defunding programs that keep our cities safe and secure, we need a President in the White House who's going to partner with America's Mayors to keep our cities safe, and the National Guard is not the answer.”

Cleveland mayor says "this is not how we should be living as a nation" after Minneapolis shooting

At least two young children are dead and 17 others are injured after a shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school. Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb, head of the Democratic Mayors Association, joins "The Tak...

www.cbsnews.com

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · Aug 27

Cleveland's Fair Wage Board was dormant for two decades. But now working people need all the protection they can get. Proud to work with labor, faith leaders, and City Council to bring this board back to life.

#FairWages #UnionStrong

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · Aug 26

Today, we recognize #WomensEqualityDay – 105 years after women finally got the right to vote in this country.
It’s worth remembering that this right wasn't given. It was courageously demanded by groups like the Cleveland Woman’s Suffrage Party. And now it’s on all of us to defend it.

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Justin M. Bibb @justinmbibb.bsky.social · Aug 22

More exciting progress on our waterfront. Grateful for the leadership of Cleveland Metro Parks -- one of the best regional park systems in the country!

#ClevelandEra

www.cleveland.com/news/2025/08...

Cleveland Metroparks board approves Flats riverfront development

Historic Grain Craft silos and Catanese building could be preserved as part of 4.29-acre mixed-use project that will include public river trail access

www.cleveland.com

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