Feb 19, 2024 | News, Newsletter
Housing demand outstrips supply so much that developers can be – and are – very selective about where they choose to invest. Factors like land price, annexation and zoning processes, infrastructure costs, density, and community design specs will make or break a developer’s go-or-no-go decision. This panel discussion will provide insights into developers’ decision-making processes, as well as help direct the focus of local economic developers to those areas in which they can add value in housing discussions.
Feb 18, 2024 | News, Newsletter
The Call for Presentations for the OEDA Annual Summit to be held September 4-6, 2024, at the Glass City Center in Toledo, Ohio, is now open. The Annual Summit offers a unique platform to highlight innovative solutions, spark discussions, and share impactful strategies that have positively influenced communities. The Annual Summit organizers are seeking speakers to provide a variety of high quality educational sessions to attendees.
Feb 14, 2024 | Jobs
The purpose of this classification is to coordinate and manage economic and community development programs that support business and commercial vitality. This is a professional level classification that is responsible for administering economic development programs and servicing a portfolio of economic development loans and grants. The incumbent is expected to work independently and ensure that all activities are performed in a timely manner and according to policies, procedures, and regulations. May function as lead worker.
Feb 14, 2024 | Jobs
The Executive Director, Workforce and Economic Development provides college-wide transformational leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the Workforce and Economic Development area, in alignment with the Owens mission, vision, values, and strategic plan. This leader is in a critical role to drive the college’s mission in workforce and economic development, creating synergy at Owens, business and industry, economic development partners, and the greater community around solutions that support and help create prosperity for our region.
Feb 12, 2024 | Jobs
Review, analyze, prepare, and make recommendations to various Planning Boards and Commissions relative to Community & Economic Development and related regulations. Performs technical duties in support of the County’s local zoning enforcement program; monitors and enforces a variety of applicable regulations related to zoning, land use, nuisance, health and safety, blight and other matters of public concern; and serves as a resource and provides information on County regulations to property owners, residents, businesses, the general public, and other County departments and divisions.
