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July 10, 2026
At Greater Ohio Policy Center, the news daily is monitored to learn more about the sustainable growth initiatives and related developments in our state and beyond that affect Ohio. Both the ON OUR RADAR and ON TO GO links are provided.
Read MoreJuly 1, 2026
OCCD Is proud that seventeen (17) individuals have completed the coursework to receive the Community Development Professional Certificate.
Read MoreJuly 1, 2026
Summer Meeting: Building on Our Foundation and Looking Ahead Summer has arrived, and with it comes one of my favorite OCCD traditions—our Annual Summer Meeting.
Read MoreJuly 1, 2026
Keep up to date with the Events and Training Calendar at www.occd.org/calendar The following training will be made available in 2026. . .
Read MoreJuly 1, 2026
Join Us at the OCCD Summer Annual Conference on July 22-23, 2026 at The Ohioan!
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July 22, 2026
The Ohioan | 100 Green Meadows Drive | Lewis Center, Ohio 43035
Read MoreSeptember 15, 2026
Session #4 of the six-part series will provide an understanding of how to plan and apply indirect costs across multiple funding sources. Registration is now open!
Read MoreSeptember 23, 2026
This training will provide how best to underwrite two popular homeownership activities – homebuyer downpayment assistance and homeowner rehabilitation.
Read MoreSeptember 29, 2026
Session #5 of the six-part series will Improve monitoring readiness and ensure timely expenditure of funds. Registration is now open!
Read MoreOctober 19, 2026
HOME Basics Training registration will be open in early Fall of 2026. The training will be held in Toledo, Ohio.
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