Joint Statement from Cuyahoga County Executive, County Council, and Common Pleas Court

Media Contacts:
Kelly Woodard, Cuyahoga County Executive’s Office
(216) 250-6146 |klwoodard@cuyahogacounty.gov

Devyn Giannetti, Cuyahoga County Council
(216) 698-3562 | dgiannetti@cuyahogacounty.gov

Andrea Kinast, Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas
(216) 443-7320 | cpark@cuyahogacounty.gov

Cuyahoga County, OH - Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne, County Council, and Judge Michael P. Shaughnessy, the Administrative and Presiding Judge for the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court, have reached a tentative agreement on a path forward for capital improvements to County courthouse facilities.

Under this tentative agreement, the County will invest $150 million over the next six years to repair and modernize the Justice Center, and likewise establish a guaranteed stream of funds to continue thereafter for ongoing repair and maintenance to the Court’s facilities. These improvements will enhance safety, accessibility, and functionality for our judicial partners, employees, and those who rely on our justice system every day.

In conjunction, this agreement allows legislation regarding the County’s new Corrections Center to move forward, resulting in a new, modern jail to improve conditions for both staff and those in our care.

By aligning on a long-term plan, we are making strategic investments that address immediate needs while avoiding more costly challenges in the future.

Together, we are taking an important step forward to strengthen our justice system, support our workforce, and better serve our community for years to come.