Lobbyist Impact State of Ohio Capital Budget Community Project Success

A lot like the state operating budget, the capital budget is passed every 2 years, in the second year of the General Assembly. The capital budget is legislation where the State of Ohio appropriates resources to state owned infrastructure as well as other government purpose projects called community projects. Community projects make up only a small amount of the on-average $2 billion capital budget, but these appropriations generate the biggest focus from the legislature.

Development Project Coordinator – City of Springfield, Ohio

Under the general direction of the Assistant City Manager, this position is responsible for the planning and implementation of economic development projects, plans, and programs for the City Manager’s Office; performs related duties as required.  Responsible for administering the community reinvestment and enterprise zone programs, small business programs, business connector program, and annexations.

TSEP launches community website initiative

Tiffin-Seneca Economic Partnership, in partnership with the City of Tiffin and Seneca County Commissioners and Sheriff’s offices, have announced the release of a Request for Proposals for a new, updated web presence for each organization. The entities have begun to engage specific firms, but the RFP is open to all web developers interested in submitting a proposal.

Community Development Director / City Planner – The City of Painesville, Ohio

The City of Painesville (pop. 20,300) is seeking a Community Development Director/City Planner to lead a full- service city with small town charm. The Community Development Director/City Planner serves under the City Manager performing a broad range of functions related to planning, zoning and code enforcement. The position oversees the entirety of the Community Development Department, which includes two secretaries and two inspectors. The position serves as the City Planner with a part-time secretary to assist with Planning Commission meetings (2nd Thursday of each month) and Board of Zoning Appeals meetings (3rd Thursday of each month).