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This council meeting report included some great examples of community engagement. The Rotary Club of Bedford recently hosted a charity poker tournament at Bedford Falls Café benefiting Meals on Wheels, raising approximately $1,000 to support local seniors and residents in need. It was a great reminder of how strong Bedford’s community spirit continues to be strong. Council Actions & Updates Introduced myself to additional downtown businesses to continue strengthening relation

Transparency and communication remain a top priority for me as your Ward 5 Councilman. Below you will find my full City Council Report from February 2, 2026. In this report, I outline: Key discussions and updates from Council Ongoing projects and initiatives Financial and operational updates impacting the city Progress on community priorities Items currently on my open action list My goal is to ensure residents have clear, direct access to what is happening at City Hall and h

Many residents have asked what is happening with the former hospital property in Bedford. Tony Longino (Councilman Ward 6) and I (Cory Berry Councilman Ward 5) want to provide a clear update on where things stand and what comes next. In 2022, University Hospitals closed inpatient, surgery, and emergency services at the Bedford facility. The closure led to a legal dispute between the City of Bedford and UH. In January 2025, the City reached a settlement agreement with Universi

When I was running for City Council, I was asked multiple times how much our representatives make. To be honest, I didn’t know the exact number myself until I had to complete the required paperwork at City Hall. While all public employee salaries are technically public record, the websites used to find that information are often outdated and difficult to navigate. That lack of clarity leaves room for assumptions and speculation, with residents understandably wondering how muc

Three days ago, I participated in my first City Council meeting, and it’s clear there will be a learning curve as I settle into this role. Over the next few meetings, my goal is to refine the structure of my reports so they provide clear, useful information to the residents of Bedford. For now, my council reports will be organized into four sections: Community Highlights Positive developments and observations from around the community. Resident & Business Correspondence T

Welcome to the Bedford Ward 5 Hub. During my campaign, it became clear that one of the biggest challenges in local government is communication—specifically, explaining what a council member has actually done during a four-year term. I don’t fault anyone for that. Over years of meetings, votes, and decisions, it’s difficult to keep a clear and accessible record. After being elected, I decided I wanted to do this differently. This website exists so that one, two, or three year