by Office Manager | Jul 31, 2023 | Community, Events, PCED Office
Haviland, Ohio — The Young Professionals of Paulding County took an enlightening step into the world of drainage solutions as they embarked on a behind-the-scenes tour of Haviland Drainage Products this week. Sales associate Emil Stoller graciously hosted the group, offering an exclusive glimpse into the company’s history, operations, and its reach in both regional and national markets. The visit concluded with an interactive tour of the facility, allowing participants to gain valuable insights and pose questions.
The Young Professionals of Paulding County is a dynamic networking group catering to individuals up to age 40, who reside, work, or worship within Paulding County. The group’s primary mission is to foster networking opportunities, explore the county’s offerings, and facilitate professional development activities for its members.
“The opportunity to explore the history and operations of Haviland Drainage Products and Haviland Plastics was an invaluable experience,” said Kristen Schilt, Office Manager for Paulding County Economic Development and a member of the Young Professionals of Paulding County. “We were truly impressed by the company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation in the drainage and plastics industry. This business tour marks a milestone for our group, and we look forward to organizing similar visits to other local businesses in the future.”
The group will join the Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce for their next event at the Paulding County Community Night with the TinCaps at Parkview Field on August 19th. Join in for a promising evening of camaraderie and entertainment to celebrate the end of summer.
For individuals interested in attending the Paulding County Community Night, tickets can be secured online until August 7th through the Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce website. For inquiries and additional information about Young Professionals of Paulding County, please reach out to office@pced.net or call 419-399-8295.
by Isabella Carwile | Jul 3, 2023 | Business Expansion, Community, Paulding County Business Weekly Radio Broadcast
Hear it here! This week on PCBW we’ll hear from Elecia Wobler, owner of Keepsake Beads EAW & Boutique. Listen in as Elecia discusses the initial development of the keepsake bead business and what it personally means to her and how the business has grown, and continues to grow, as an importer within the county. Thanks to OhioMeansJobs, you can tune in on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or
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by Isabella Carwile | May 9, 2023 | Community, Jobs, Paulding County Business Weekly Radio Broadcast
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Paulding Ace Hardware & Rental Manager Lance Sinn. Hear how the store is the locally-owned source for hardware supplies, machine and equipment rentals, and all your lumber needs. Additionally, their greenhouse is a perfect local stop for flowers this time of year.
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by Office Manager | Apr 26, 2023 | Community, Funding, PCED Office
Paulding County Economic Development Press Release April 20, 2023
Solicitor discussion tops Paulding County Mayor Association meeting
PAULDING – The Paulding County Mayors Association recently held a second quarter meeting. Discussion amongst the group was the recent appointment of Harvey Hyman as new Probate Judge. His appointment brought a mandated resignation as solicitor for many of the county villages. With the shortage of attorneys in the county, and the overall region, the villages are all working to lock in replacements for the position. A list of the village solicitors in the county was updated with several villages still in search.
The meeting was opened by Paulding Mayor Greg White. A presentation followed by Doug Blackwood, VP of Treasury Sales Management at Premier Bank. Blackwood shared information about a local option for municipal banking. Bundle options and various tier benefits were highlighted. Blackwood encouraged each municipality that has interest to set up a meeting to find the best fit option for their village.
Also sharing information was Brandon Manz with Manz Insurance and Accounting. Manz shared community frustrations for how RITA and CCA income tax collection is facilitated. The information followed discussion from previous mayor meetings about a futuristic solution for potentially having a county representative that could facilitate this tax collection. Manz sees this model currently working well for Hicksville, Defiance and Napoleon.
PC EMA Director Ed Bohn communicated information about county tornado sirens and current testing. It was identified during a recent storm that not all sirens are working. There was good discussion if EMA, or the village and township owners of the sirens, are responsible for testing and reporting. Bohn is also ensuring that testing will continue and offered solutions for community representatives to share results of testing. Bohn also noted that the county mitigation plans are complete and will be shared in May. The plan will be submitted and then go live July 1, 2023.
Bohn then shared information about the April 8, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse and the influx of population each village and township can expect from April 4-8, 2024. Bohn will present information at each village council meeting multiple times throughout the next year. Bohn closed by stating any village that has railroad may request a presentation from EMA about current updates in railroad safety following the devastating events in East Palestine, Ohio.
Economic Development Director Tim Copsey guided the second half of the meeting to discuss:
- The 2023-24 Ohio fiscal budget at the state house seems promising that the blight program may be funded again for both commercial and residential. As this discussion continues Copsey encouraged the villages to continue to think “outside the box” in residential or commercial properties that need remediated, and establish property parcel numbers or addresses to submit to Maumee Valley Planning for review. More details to follow once the budget is approved on June 30.
- PC Zoning Inspectors had their first meeting in March hosted by PCED. County Prosecutor Joe Burkard, and Assistant Matt Miller, were on hand to share their knowledge and answer questions for the inspectors. With many of the inspectors having limited experience the group felt the meeting was beneficial and decided to meet again next quarter.
Other open discussion included:
- Current water and sewer rates. Discussion turned to current charges, how that is working and potential ways to increase fees to stay current for future EPA grant funding as needed.
- The PCED office is developing a hard copy Paulding County service directory for residents that may not be cell phone or internet savvy. The hope is to have this list available in all villages going forward.
The group will meet again at 6pm, Wednesday, July 19, 2023.
by Isabella Carwile | Apr 11, 2023 | Community, Paulding County Business Weekly Radio Broadcast
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The State Bank and Trust Company‘s Shaun Mack, vice president of commercial services, and Maureen Killion, small business lender. They explain more about State Bank’s local ownership and operation and how important that is to customers. In a world of uncertainty, they share that State Bank is in a solid position to handle all of your personal, commercial, and small business needs.
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by Office Manager | Mar 29, 2023 | Community, Events, Jobs, PCED Office, Workforce
Paulding County Economic Development Press Release March 22, 2023
PCED hosts College, Business & Industry Showcase
PAULDING – The Paulding County Economic Development (PCED) office will host a College, Business and Industry Showcase event on April 4 at the Extension Building on the Paulding County Fairgrounds. The event will bring junior and senior students from all three Paulding County high schools to learn about, meet and discuss future opportunities with area colleges and businesses.
“This event is an opportunity for students to become familiarized with local business and what they do, gain awareness of various careers, get leads on summer employment, see what colleges in the region have to offer, and much more. We understand that each student is in a different place with job and future education decisions. Our hope with this event is to meet students where they are in that decision process and help provide them with numerous options to consider for their future.” stated Economic Development Office Manager Kristen Schilt.
The event will run from 8am-12noon with students arriving at the top of each hour. All Vantage Career Center students from Antwerp, Paulding and Wayne Trace schools are invited to attend the opening hour on their way to the career center. Each school will then bus their students to the event on the hour for forty-five minutes. Homeschool students and the general public are invited to attend at any time.
Students will be provided a “passport” upon arrival. The passports suggest a variety of questions to ask participating entities to help create conversation. Each student is encouraged to talk to a minimum of five businesses and have the business sign their passport. Completed passports will be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift gas card, one winner per school will be drawn. The gift cards were sponsored by National Oil & Gas, Inc. They provide fuel to Marathon gas stations all over the county.
This event has grown over the years. This year there are a new record of 52 entities that have sent an RSVP for the event, including the new Rhodes State Mobile RV laboratory. For questions about the event contact the PCED office at 419-399-8295.
