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The Burning River

On April 28, 2015, Civic Commons ideastream held a panel discussion about the Cuyahoga River Fire of 1969. The discussion explored the historical impact of the event and the clean up that followed and continues today.

Panelists included:


  • Julie Wolin, Ph. D., Environmental Science Professor, Cleveland State University
  • Ben Stefanski, Former City of Cleveland Utilites Director (1968-1971)
  • Michael Rotman, Executive Director, Cleveland Heights Historical Society

Andrew Samtoy, Host/Producer of Civic Commons ideastream moderated the discussion.

Gabriel Kramer is a reporter/producer and the host of “NewsDepth,” Ideastream Public Media's news show for kids.