Highlights from the 2022 “State of the State” Address

Highlights from the 2022 “State of the State” Address

While pronouncing the state as strong, Governor DeWine highlighted accomplishments achieved over the past three years while also outlining his agenda for the final year of his current term in office.

Happy ARPA-virsary! Marking One Year Since the Enactment of the American Rescue Plan Act

Happy ARPA-virsary! Marking One Year Since the Enactment of the American Rescue Plan Act

March 11 marked the one-year anniversary of the enactment of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. Known as ARPA, the legislation represented a $1.9 trillion economic stimulus bill designed to speed up the United States' recovery from the economic and health effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

"Dream ▪ Play ▪ Build: Hands-On Community Engagement" & Impact on Placemaking

"Dream ▪ Play ▪ Build: Hands-On Community Engagement" & Impact on Placemaking

On Friday, February 25, GOPC staff members attended “Dream ▪ Play ▪ Build: Hands-On Community Engagement for Enduring Spaces and Places,” a webinar presented by James Rojas of Place It! and John Kamp of Prairieform and hosted by the Maryland Department of Planning and the Smart Growth Network.

Protecting Housing in Ohio’s Cities through Rental Property Registries and Licensure Programs

Protecting Housing in Ohio’s Cities through Rental Property Registries and Licensure Programs

Ohio’s cities have experienced an increase in rental properties over the last decade and many communities have established rental registries and licensing programs in response. Rental property registries and licensing programs are often utilized by municipalities to gather up-to-date information for rental properties and owners, and to ensure properties meet basic standards of habitability.