The OCCD staff and Executive Board look forward to welcoming you to OCCD's Spring Quarterly Meeting on April 26th and 27th. We will meet at the Crowne Plaza North, 6500 Doubletree Avenue in Columbus, for a day and half of networking and information.   Continue Reading »

Through the generosity of the OCCD membership and friends, the OCCD Foundation is offering scholarships to students and young professionals pursuing advanced degrees in the profession of community and economic development. This scholarship fund was   Continue Reading »

When we look at the great economic success stories of the modern age, they are businesses that innovate, adapt, and embrace change. Governor John Kasich believes the state of Ohio must do the same thing - build on the successes of the past six years   Continue Reading »

"April showers bring May flowers" and 2017 Formula Funding! -- Every year, spring in our office means that our CPD Reps have completed the Risk Analysis, are busy working to get funding out to you by reviewing/approving Consolidated Plans and executing Grant Agreements.   Continue Reading »

With National Fair Housing Month quickly approaching in April, many thoughts come to mind as to how The Fair Housing Act and its Amendments, state law, and local ordinances have made an impact on our communities. Looking back over the past year through the lens of the City of Canton Fair Housing Office, education has clearly been a key tool in making a difference throughout the community and individual lives.   Continue Reading »

The following is a summary of recent General Assembly activity relating to economic development matters through February 27, 2017.   Continue Reading »