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Signal Cincinnati We’re launching Signal Cincinnati, a nonprofit, community-centered newsroom because people told us they wanted something more from local news.

We’ve started with our Cincinnati Documenters program-a chance for you to be a part of the story now.

07/29/2026

Think your voice doesn’t matter in local government?

It does. The problem is most people never see the conversations where decisions are actually made.

That’s where Cincinnati Documenters come in.

We train community members to attend public meetings, take notes, and share what’s happening…so everyone has access to the information that affects their neighborhoods.

If you’ve ever wanted to make a difference without running for office, this is your chance.

Join our FREE virtual orientation and see how you can get paid to make local government more transparent.

Sign up today.

Visit https://cincinnati-oh.documenters.org/workshops/cincinnati-documenters-orientation-note-taking-training-virtual-1979/

🚨 Looking for a side hustle that actually makes a difference?Get paid to sit in on local government meetings, take notes...
07/23/2026

🚨 Looking for a side hustle that actually makes a difference?

Get paid to sit in on local government meetings, take notes, and help make public information more accessible to your community.

No journalism experience? No problem. We’ll teach you everything you need to know.

🗓 Virtual Documenters Orientation
📅 Saturday, August 1
🕠 11:00 - 1:00 PM

Whether you’re passionate about your neighborhood, curious about how local government works, or just looking for a meaningful way to earn extra income, this is your chance to get involved.

Every meeting matters. Every note counts. And your community deserves to know what’s happening.

👉 Register today at Documenters.org, visit SignalCincinnati.org, or click the link in our bio.

Tag someone who would make an amazing Documenter! 👀

🚨 Looking for a side hustle that actually makes a difference?Get paid to sit in on local government meetings, take notes...
07/22/2026

🚨 Looking for a side hustle that actually makes a difference?

Get paid to sit in on local government meetings, take notes, and help make public information more accessible to your community.

No journalism experience? No problem.

🗓 Virtual Documenters Orientation
📅 Thursday, August 6
🕠 5:30–7:30 PM

Whether you’re passionate about your neighborhood, curious about how local government works, or just looking for a meaningful way to earn extra income, this is your chance to get involved.

Every meeting matters. Every note counts. And your community deserves to know what’s happening.

👉 Register today at Documenters.org, visit www.signalcincinnati.org, or click the link in our bio.

Tag someone who would make an amazing Documenter! 👀

07/14/2026

Think city government takes the summer off? Think again. ☀️🏛️

While many people are on vacation, the conversations shaping Cincinnati are still happening and Cincinnati Documenters are still in the room.

Over the last month, our Documenters have covered conversations about:
📚 Protecting school social workers in Cincinnati Public Schools.
🏙️ Efforts to keep downtown clean, welcoming, and safe with this month full of events.
🎉 Programs like Rec at Night that are bringing neighborhoods together through free summer activities.

These aren’t just meetings—they’re decisions that affect our schools, neighborhoods, and everyday lives.

Want to see how local government really works? Or help make public meetings more accessible to your community?

Join us for our Summer Documenters Meetup on Saturday, July 25 from 11-2pm at Mom ‘n’ em Coffee in Madisonville. Whether you’re curious about becoming a Documenter or you’ve already covered meetings, we’d love to meet you, swap stories, and talk about what’s ahead before the busy fall season begins.

☕ Register here: cincinnati-oh.documenters.org/workshops/cincinnati-documenters-in-person-meet-up-2354/

🥧 How does Cincinnati decide where your tax dollars go?From police and fire services to parks, recreation, public works,...
06/01/2026

🥧 How does Cincinnati decide where your tax dollars go?

From police and fire services to parks, recreation, public works, and neighborhood improvements, the city budget impacts nearly every part of daily life.

But who decides how the money gets spent? Where does the funding come from? And what exactly is that "train money" everyone keeps talking about?

We've broken it all down into a simple, easy-to-understand guide.

Swipe through to learn:
• What city revenue is
• The difference between operating and capital budgets
• Where railroad sale funds are being invested
• Who influences budget decisions
• How residents can participate in the process

The budget may sound complicated, but it affects all of us—and your voice matters.

💭 After looking through the slides, what would you prioritize if you were helping write Cincinnati's budget? Comment below.

You can read the full Documenters notes on this topic here:
https://signalcincinnati.org/2026/05/06/a-million-here-a-million-there-how-is-a-city-budget-determined/

https://signalcincinnati.org/2026/04/23/office-of-budget-and-evaluation-hosts-budget-explainer-session/

04/13/2026

🎊🥣Our FIRST Cincy Documenters Meet Up!

From talking note-taking practices to adding topics of interest to weekly meetings — gathering our Cincinnati Documenters IN PERSON was rewarding!

We often forget civic engagement is not a job for the community but a decision to be involved and informed.

From our OG Documenters to those who just joined, this community is ready to expand and share what we know.

Join us May 9 @ 530 p.m. virtually to our next note-taking and orientation. Link to sign up in our bio or below in the comments.

Check out our current Cincinnati Documenters work at www.signalcincinnati.org

📣Training & Orientation on April 9! If you’re civic-minded and want to help your neighbors understand how local governme...
04/08/2026

📣Training & Orientation on April 9!
If you’re civic-minded and want to help your neighbors understand how local government really works, this space is for you.

Become a Cincinnati Documenter and join a community dedicated to transparency, accountability, and sharing knowledge across our city. The pay is a bonus, but the real reward is helping Cincinnati stay informed.

📋With primary elections approaching, now is the perfect time to learn who’s making decisions in your community and why they matter.

👉Register today and be part of the work.

cincinnati-oh.documenters.org/workshops/cincinnati-documenters-orientation-note-taking-training-virtual-1975/

🏳️‍🌈 Cincinnati made history with the creation of its first LGBTQIA+ Commission — a meaningful step toward representatio...
04/06/2026

🏳️‍🌈 Cincinnati made history with the creation of its first LGBTQIA+ Commission — a meaningful step toward representation and inclusion
But Documenters didn’t stop at the celebration.

📝 They raised important follow‑up questions:
Why were multiple reports, ordinances, and motions listed on the agenda but never addressed?

⁉️Why was the City Manager absent without acknowledgment during a meeting where her role was expected to be central?

⁉️And perhaps most importantly — when public comment is critical, but the meeting tone is celebratory… is council truly listening to its residents?

These questions matter because they speak to transparency, accountability, and trust in local government.

👀 Read the full notes at www.signalcincinnati.org

💡 Cincinnati Public School leaders are tackling tough questions about the future of local school funding — but also cele...
03/13/2026

💡 Cincinnati Public School leaders are tackling tough questions about the future of local school funding — but also celebrating progress.

🏫 At this February meeting, the board heard positive updates on new facilities, sustainability efforts, and enrollment improvements.

💬 However tightened financial pressures mean hard choices are ahead: Treasurer Michael Gustin warned of a possible $101 million deficit by 2030 if cuts aren’t made.

📊 From energy efficiency to equity in magnet enrollment, every decision now shapes how Cincinnati schools grow and serve the community.

Read the full notes at: https://signalcincinnati.org/2026/03/06/road-to-financial-crisis-cincinnati-schools-running-out-of-money/

Cincinnati Documenter Spotlight! 🌟
Meet Emily Jaster, one of our dedicated Cincinnati Documenters! Emily joined in Octob...
03/12/2026

Cincinnati Documenter Spotlight! 🌟

Meet Emily Jaster, one of our dedicated Cincinnati Documenters!

Emily joined in October 2024 and has already:
🗂️ Documented 20 meetings
🏛️ Covered 12 agencies
📝 Completed our very first special assignment

Her favorite committee to cover? The Cincinnati Recreation Commission — where programs like Rec @ Night show how community resources can improve public safety and reduce crime.

👏 We’re proud to highlight Emily’s work and the impact of our growing Documenters team!



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