State of the City

State of the City 2025 with Mayor Justin M. Bibb


Join us for Cleveland Mayor Justin M. Bibb's 4th Annual State of the City, marking the final address of the Mayor's first term. This year's event will feature Mayor Bibb in a live conversation with WKYC's Russ Mitchell, discussing the initiatives driving Cleveland's growth and transformation.

Cleveland's historic Public Auditorium — now home to the Cleveland Charge — will serve as the backdrop for this celebration of the city's progress and a look at the year ahead.

Mayor Bibb's 4th annual State of the City                     
Wednesday, April 23, 2025                     
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.                     
Doors at 11:00am / Lunch at 11:30am / Forum begins 12:00pm

Cleveland Public Auditorium

RSVP for Cleveland Residents

Mayor Bibb is pleased to offer a limited supply of complimentary tickets to City of Cleveland residents. Tickets are first come first served and include lunch. 

Complimentary tickets are reserved for City of Cleveland residents ONLY. We are only able to offer one complimentary ticket per resident. Guests must RSVP separately. 

Please use the form below to secure your ticket.

 2025 SOTC RSVP for Cleveland Residents  

 

RSVP for Nonresidents

Not a Cleveland resident? Order tickets from The City Club: 2025 State of the City | The City Club of Cleveland | April 23, 2025


FAQs

Have a question for the Mayor? 

In addition to his remarks, the Mayor will also answer questions directly from Cleveland residents. All who are interested are invited to submit questions ahead of time through the City Club by clicking here.

Will the event be broadcast?

The livestream will be available beginning at noon: 2025 State of the City | The City Club of Cleveland | April 23, 2025

Are there services available for hearing-impaired and special seating for physically disabled?

There will be an ASL interpreter and designated seating near the interpreter. There is also wheelchair accessibility and seating for those using wheelchairs.

How can I sign up for a free RTA pass?

Please contact Amber Walker at awalker@cityclub.org to request a transit pass. All pass requests need to be received no later than Monday, April 14th to make sure there is time to mail them out. Paratransit passes are also available. Please be sure to note if you need a paratransit pass. Alternatively, passes may be picked up in person at the City Club office (1317 Euclid Avenue, Suite 100 Cleveland, OH 44115) during the following hours: 9am - 3pm, Monday through Friday.

Is there parking at the event?

Paid parking is available at Willard Park Garage. Click here to view additional parking around Public Auditorium.