Stephanie Howse

Stephanie D. Howse-Jones is a former Ohio State Representative who served in the 11th district of the Ohio House of Representatives.2 She is currently serving as the Ward 7 Councilwoman on the Cleveland City Council.12

Background and Education

Stephanie Howse-Jones earned her B.S. in Civil (Environmental) Engineering from Florida A&M University and her M.A. in Environmental Studies from Cleveland State University.13 Her educational background combines technical expertise with environmental studies, providing a foundation for her work in public service.

Political Career

Howse-Jones has been involved in civic engagement for over 30 years, starting as a campaign street team member helping her mother, the Honorable Annie L. Key.1 Her political career includes:

• Serving as an Ohio State Representative for the 11th district2
• Resigning from the state House on December 9, 2021, after being elected to the Cleveland City Council4
• Currently serving as Ward 7 Councilwoman in Cleveland City Council1

Current Role and Responsibilities

As the Ward 7 Councilwoman, Howse-Jones represents an area that includes Asia Town, Downtown, Hough, and the St. Clair-Superior neighborhoods.1 In her role on the Cleveland City Council, she:

• Serves as Vice Chair of the Workforce, Education, Training & Youth Development committee
• Is a member of the Development, Planning & Sustainability committee
• Is a member of the Health, Human Services & the Arts committee
• Is a member of the Safety committee1

Focus Areas and Advocacy

Stephanie Howse-Jones is known for her commitment to:

• Advancing racial and environmental justice
• Closing the gender pay gap
• Creating spaces where community members can be heard and valued1

Her work is driven by her understanding of the interconnections between laws and the social, economic, and physical environments that community members face in working toward breaking generational poverty.1