Progress Update for MLK & Reading Road Redevelopment

Recently, Uptown Consortium, Inc. (UCI) shared an update on how 2022 was a year of working together to create a 21st-century urban district. UCI is pleased to share the latest update on how efforts at the MLK & Reading Road Redevelopment Area in the Cincinnati Innovation District (CID) continue to be the driving force behind the revitalization of the area.

Crawford County Announces Available Federal Grant Funding

The Crawford County Commissioners announced today that they are seeking project proposals for community infrastructure and facilities for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. The Commissioners have selected the Crawford Partnership to facilitate the process, and information will be made available at public hearings, in-person and virtual community meetings, and council meetings, and online at buildcrawford.org.

Brindle Awarded Bob Ady Scholarship

Clinton County Port Authority Workforce and Data Specialist Ruth Brindle was recently recognized by the Mid-America Economic Development Council as a 2023 recipient of the annual Bob Ady Scholarship. The program encourages participation at the Mid-America annual conferences and provides each recipient with mentor support throughout the year, allowing for the most impact of the experiences.

RFP – Project Manager for Appalachian Community Grant Program – Technical Assistance Planning Process

The Harrison County Board of County Commissioners anticipates receiving a State of Ohio Appalachian Community Grant Program (ACGP) Technical Assistance Grant in the next few months. As such, the COUNTY is issuing a Request for Proposal (“RFP”) from qualified
individuals, companies or organizations that provide project management services to assist the COUNTY in the administration of their ACGP planning process. The fee for project management services will be paid with ACGP funds.

Register Now for the 2023 Ohio Business Matchmaker

For a more than a decade, the Ohio Business Matchmaker has connected small businesses to government contracting opportunities. As one of the largest business to government matchmaking events in the state, businesses interested in working with the federal, state, or local government have the opportunity to meet with representatives to market and sell their goods and services.