Good Ideas! Gem City Market

Good Ideas! Gem City Market

The market opened in May 2021 with over 3,200 member-owners, showcasing a strong investment from the community as well as a slow yet steady gain of momentum for the project. Gem City Market was recognized for its service to the community and presented the 2022 Irv Bieser Peace Award by the Dayton Rotary in September, and in November, the founders of the Gem City Market also won the NAACP’s President’s Award.

Main Operating Budget Proposal Submitted to the General Assembly

Main Operating Budget Proposal Submitted to the General Assembly

With the introduction of the budget blue book, the work of passing the two year state budget now shifts to the Ohio General Assembly. Hearings should begin soon in the Ohio House of Representatives, with the Ohio Senate likely to begin work in April or May.

GOPC, Lincoln Institute To Host Equitable Development Webinar Series

GOPC, Lincoln Institute To Host Equitable Development Webinar Series

The webinar series begins on February 28, 2023 with Equitable Development Programs for New Construction in Weak Markets, followed by part 2 on March 7, 2023 with Private Development Programs for Weak Markets. To register, please click below to visit the Lincoln Institute website.

GOPC Releases Budget Recommendations for FYs 2024-25

GOPC Releases Budget Recommendations for FYs 2024-25

These goals are reflected in our recommendations for the biennial budget for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. Investing in programs that will help our cities, villages and townships redevelop and modernize are key to furthering resilient communities throughout Ohio.

Opinion: Intel development creates a unique opportunity to invest in a multifaceted transportation network

Opinion: Intel development creates a unique opportunity to invest in a multifaceted transportation network

The construction of the Intel facility should serve as an opportunity for Central Ohio planners and transportation engineers to instead embrace the development of a multifaceted transportation system that will serve as a catalyst for responsible growth now and into the future.

Registration Now Open for the 2023 Ohio Brownfields Conference

The Greater Ohio Policy Center is excited to announce that registration for the 2023 Ohio Brownfields Conference is open!

Conference Details

Tuesday, May 9th, 2023

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Westin - Great Southern (Columbus, Ohio)

Please note: a room block has not been reserved

The full conference schedule, including panels and training opportunities, will be announced shortly.

The conference will include an exhibitor hall for participants to connect and network with remediation and redevelopment professionals.

Participants will have learning opportunities through panels and trainings, with topics, such as:

  • Brownfields Funding Opportunities

  • Remediation and the Voluntary Action Program (VAP) Process

  • Remediation and Redevelopment Case Studies

  • Public-Private Partnerships in Brownfields Remediation

  • The Future of Brownfields Remediation

  • Future Trends in Commercial and Industrial Redevelopment

Please note, these topics are preliminary and subject to change.


Registration Prices

Early Bird: $130

General Registration: $155

Early Bird registration is open now through the end of February, so register today to lock in the discounted rate!

To learn more about the Conference and to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please visit the Ohio Brownfields Website:

The OhioBrownfields.com website will be updated as additional conference information becomes available.