Welcome to OCCD

We are a 160+ member statewide association of community and economic development organizations, dedicated since 1965, to helping develop, implement and improve federal, state and local programs for community development. Beyond that, to develop and improve professional standards and practices across all phases of public administration related to community development.

Our members are community and economic development practitioners from Ohio 's cities, counties, villages, non-profit organizations and consulting firms.

We are proud of our website, so please visit OCCD online often! We will help you stay current, learn about our new programs and opportunities, acquire resources, and to more fully enjoy the benefits of participation in OCCD.

News & Updates

• Newsletter Archive

  View past OCCD newsletters.

• Career Board

  View exciting job opportunities!

• RFQ/RFP

  View all RFQ/RFP documents here!

• The Cat Lady's Apprentice

  Read Jack Riordan's blog here!

• School Safety and Community Safety - A Message from OCCD President Paul Herdeg

  The tragic deaths of 14 students and 3 staff members at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, are still fresh in our minds. As I write this message to OCCD members, thousands of students, teachers, and parents are marching in downtown Cleveland to show their concern and press for actions to make our schools safer. more

• Nominations for 2018 OCCD Annual Awards Being Accepted

  Nominations for 2018 OCCD Member Awards more

• City of Canton Awarded for Opiate Prevention Among Youth

  Collaboration with StarkMHAR, criminal justice and school district tackling youth opiate prevention and education, to be presented national award on January 26 more