Jul 2, 2021 | Jobs
The Coshocton County Port Authority intends to contract for architectural services in connection with the development of the Coshocton Collaborative. An existing building in downtown Coshocton will be converted to a unique maker space, business incubator, and co-working facility that will promote entrepreneurship and foster economic growth. Firms interested in being considered for a contract to provide the required services should submit a statement of qualifications by 4:00 pm on Friday, July 23, 2021. Statements received after this deadline will not be accepted.
Jul 2, 2021 | Advocacy
In the late evening of Wednesday, June 30, Governor DeWine signed the budget bill into law. The final enacted version had elements of particular interest to economic developers.
Below you can find a synopsis of these changes from Bricker & Eckler. Please note OEDA will be hosting a complimentary webinar in partnership with Bricker & Eckler on the new budget and its impacts on economic development later this month.
The date will be finalized soon and a save the date notice sent out shortly. Be sure to check your e-mail and the website in the next few days so you don’t miss this important webinar.
Jun 25, 2021 | News, Newsletter
On June 1, 2021, the Ohio Senate Finance Committee released its version of the state’s biennial operating budget (HB 110), which must be signed into law by June 30, 2021. As often happens, there are millions of dollars in appropriated funds across state government, and then there are actual, no-kidding changes to unrelated elements of Ohio law also inserted into the bill. There are two such changes that should be noted by Ohio’s economic development practitioners.
Jun 25, 2021 | News, Newsletter
As the state of Ohio looks to adopt its biennial operating budget (HB 110) by June 30, 2021, economic development policy and programming remains a critical element of the Legislature’s budget priorities. In addition to the Legislature’s proposed uses of federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, several key Ohio programs will be modified which will impact how Ohio communities access and utilize economic and community development tools to advance local priorities.
Jun 23, 2021 | News, Newsletter
Downtown Redevelopment Districts (DRD) are a relatively new and untapped tool for historic neighborhood business districts in Ohio. Work has been underway for almost 20 years in the Village of Lockland to revive a vacant industrial site and bring new life to the adjoining business area. Persistence has paid off as private investors are now looking to make multi-million dollar commitments which set the stage for future revitalization. HCDC marshalled numerous resources to make the downtown redevelopment in Lockland a success.
