Скачать или смотреть 3News Investigates: Pressure on Cleveland Heights Mayor Kahlil Seren grows

What began as a historic transformation in local government has devolved into a series of controversies that that have marred the inaugural mayoral term of Cleveland Heights.

In November 2019, Cleveland Heights voters decisively approved Issue 26 by a 64% margin, ending a century-old council-manager form of government in favor of a "strong mayor" system. The change promised direct accountability and clear authority after 100 years of governance by city council and an appointed city manager.

The transition seemed promising when former Councilman Kahlil Seren was sworn in as the city's first directly elected mayor in 2022, winning the race with nearly 61% of the vote. However, what voters envisioned as streamlined leadership has instead been overshadowed by mounting allegations against the mayor's wife, Natalie McDaniel, who despite holding no official government position has become a central figure in alleged City Hall dysfunction.

Lynna Lai and Sia Nyorkor report: https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/inv... --

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