North Canton, Ohio

NORTH CANTON, OHIO and active living, social interaction, and as we look at repurposing the buildings or adding new structures to business, new commercial, or even some residential development, we’re trying to accommodate the need and the preference of current and prospective residents, including housing options and amenities.” With an eye on such growth, however, the city is also emphasizing the importance of sustainability and inclusivity. “Another priority,” says Catherine Farina, North Canton’s Deputy Director of Administration & Economic Development, “is a sustainability plan with a focus on environmental responsibility while also creating a more inclusive community.” Farina notes that even seemingly small sustainability initiatives, such as replacing street lamps with LED bulbs, help the community by “reducing maintenance and municipal greenhouse gas emissions.” The city has also enacted more robust programs in an effort to reduce baseline energy consumption from the operation of local government. According to Farina, “We looked at our large city hall