Governor Mike DeWine




*WEEK IN REVIEW*
Friday, April 29, 2022

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Week in Review

"For the week ending April 29, 2022

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Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced the approval of assistance for five projects on *Monday* [ [link removed] ] set to create 733 new jobs and retain 1,344 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed economic development proposals brought to the board by JobsOhio and its regional partners. Collectively, the projects are expected to result in more than $58 million in new payroll and spur more than $563 million in investments across Ohio.

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Ohio Violent Crime Reduction Grant Program [ [link removed] ]

Also on *Monday [ [link removed] ]*, Governor DeWine awarded more than $3.7 million to 21 local law enforcement agencies to help them strategically combat violence in their communities. 

The 21 agencies are the first to receive funding through Governor DeWine’s new Ohio Violent Crime Reduction Grant Program [ [link removed] ]. Governor DeWine, in partnership with the Ohio General Assembly, created the program last year to give local law enforcement additional tools to hold accountable the small number of criminals responsible for most violent crime in the state.

*MORE INFORMATION: Grant Summaries* [ [link removed] ]


“This is just the beginning of our concentrated efforts to give local law enforcement the specific tools they need to combat crime through localized strategies,” said Governor DeWine. “There is no one-size-fits-all approach to fighting crime, and I am dedicated to helping our local agencies prevent violence using the methods they know will make the most difference in their local neighborhoods.”  

Governor DeWine discusses importance of Ohio Violent Crime Reduction Grant Program [ [link removed] ]
 
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*VIDEO [ [link removed] ]: Governor DeWine discusses importance of Ohio Violent Crime Reduction Grant Program*
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Lt. Governor Husted visits with representatives of Emerson, a global technology and engineering company.

Lt. Governor Husted pictured with Representative Susan Manchester and representatives of Emerson, a global technology and engineering company.

Lt. Governor Husted made stops in Shelby and Wood counties on *Monday*.

He first visited Emerson, a global technology and engineering company providing innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and residential markets.

Lt. Governor learns about RōBEX's operations during a tour.

 

Later, Lt. Governor Husted stopped at RōBEX for a roundtable discussion and tour. The company uses smart technology solutions that automate and optimize manufacturing processes.


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Executive Order 2022-07D (First Page) [ [link removed] ]

On *Tuesday [ [link removed] ]*, Governor DeWine announced that Kirk Herath has been appointed to the role of Cybersecurity Strategic Advisor, a new position created within his administration. Herath will guide Ohio’s wide-ranging cybersecurity efforts across agencies, including  the Adjutant General’s Office, the Ohio Department of Administrative Services, and the Ohio Department of Public Safety.

“Throughout my tenure as Governor, my administration has worked to stay ahead of the curve in being prepared to prevent cyberattacks against state government, but we can always do more to be prepared,” said Governor DeWine. “Kirk Herath has decades of experience in cybersecurity and data privacy. I am pleased that Kirk will bring this expertise to the State to ensure Ohio leads the nation in cybersecurity and resiliency and its cybersecurity workforce.” 

“Kirk Herath is a skilled leader in cybersecurity and we have been very fortunate to have his expertise for many years as a part of both the CyberOhio and InnovateOhio advisory boards,” said Lt. Governor Jon Husted. “With cyber threats changing every day, the creation of this new position is critical to help keep our state safe, and I’m grateful Kirk is willing to continue putting his many years of experience to use on behalf of all Ohioans.”


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OhioBUILDS - Brownfield Remediation Program Grants
Governor DeWine announces funding for the Westinghouse Electric Products site in Mansfield as part of the Brownfield Remediation Grants.

Governor DeWine announces funding for the Westinghouse Electric Products site in Mansfield as part of the Brownfield Remediation Program Grants.

Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Husted awarded more than $60 million in funding on *Tuesday* [ [link removed] ] to help local communities clean up dozens of contaminated properties to make way for future economic development.  

Brownfield Remediation Program Round 1, Group 1 Awards [ [link removed] ]

As part of the new Ohio Brownfield Remediation Program, the Ohio Department of Development is providing funding for 78 projects, including approximately $54.8 million for 37 clean-up projects and $5.5 million for 41 assessment projects. These projects will impact communities in 35 counties across the state.  

“These hazardous, decaying sites – some of which have been vacant for decades - are barriers to economic growth and community revitalization, but now, we're going to help breathe new life into these areas,” said Governor DeWine. “The projects we’re funding today will not only revive these sites for new development, but they’ll also improve quality of life and open the door for exciting new opportunities for the citizens of our state.” 



Governor DeWine announced [ [link removed] ] the Ohio Brownfield Remediation Program grant awards Tuesday morning while visiting Mansfield, where a $3 million grant will be used to remediate petroleum tanks and hazardous chemicals at the remaining *Westinghouse Electric Products *buildings, which have been vacant since 1990. Westinghouse produced appliances such as electric ranges, curling irons, and coffee makers beginning in 1918. The site is expected to be redeveloped into housing, businesses, and/or greenspace in the future. 

Tuesday's $60 million grant announcement represents the first group of grants awarded as part of Round 1 of the Ohio Brownfield Remediation Program, with nearly $350 million to be invested in total across the state in coming months. 

“More businesses are looking to expand in Ohio, but they need sites that are ready to go immediately,” said Lt. Governor Husted. “By cleaning up brownfield sites, we are creating locations that are ready to accommodate a business expansion. We are also transforming communities by removing blighted buildings and turning those sites into new opportunities for economic development.”

Funds awarded will help to assess and clean up industrial, commercial, and institutional brownfield sites that are abandoned, idled, or underutilized due to a known or potential release of hazardous substances or petroleum. Following site remediation, properties can be redeveloped to revitalize neighborhoods and attract new economic development. 

“We’re very excited about the future of these sites,” said Lydia Mihalik, Director of the Ohio Department of Development. “These grants will have a positive impact in our communities, helping them remove blighted properties and prepare sites for redevelopment.” 

*MORE INFORMATION: Summaries of all 78 Grant Awards* [ [link removed] ]


Governor DeWine at Canton's Centennial Plaza announcing state support for a new revitalization project. [ [link removed] ]

Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik visited multiple communities to announce state support for the 78 revitalization projects.

After his visit to Mansfield, Governor DeWine traveled to Canton's Centennial Plaza Tuesday afternoon where he announced [ [link removed] ] that Century Plaza Hotel LLC would be receiving $3.4 million for cleanup and remediation of the Renkert Building, which will be converted into a 92-room extended-stay hotel.



Lt. Governor Husted speaks to community members in East Liverpool.

Lt. Governor Husted traveled to East Liverpool where he announced a $1.1-million Brownfield Remediation Grant that is being awarded to Columbiana County Land Reutilization Corporation for cleanup remediation of Maryland School.


Governor DeWine speaks to the Warren community about plans for environmental remediation and demolition of the former St. Joseph Riverside Hospital.

Governor DeWine speaks to the Warren community about plans for environmental remediation and demolition of the former St. Joseph Riverside Hospital.

Following Tuesday's announcement, Governor DeWine joined members of the Warren community on *Wednesday* [ [link removed] ] to discuss plans for environmental remediation and demolition of the former St. Joseph Riverside Hospital. Also on Wednesday morning, Governor DeWine announced that the Trumbull County Land Reutilization Corporation would receive a $3.4 million brownfield remediation grant [ [link removed] ] for the project. 

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Governor DeWine announces a new Ohio Crime Lab Efficiency Program at the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's Office.

Governor DeWine announces a new Ohio Crime Lab Efficiency Program at the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's Office.

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Additionally, on *Wednesday [ [link removed] ]*, Governor DeWine announced a new plan to eliminate evidence-processing backlogs and increase the speed at which criminal evidence is analyzed in crime laboratories across the state.  

As part of Governor DeWine’s new Ohio Crime Lab Efficiency Program, Ohio’s 14 certified crime laboratories will receive a combined total of $10 million to reduce and eliminate backlogs, increase overall lab efficiency, and decrease evidence processing time.

The crime laboratory grants are part of Governor DeWine’s overall strategy to support Ohio’s criminal justice community in their work to solve crimes, hold criminals responsible, secure justice for victims, and keep residents safe.  

“Ohio’s forensic scientists and chemists are oftentimes unsung heroes working behind the scenes on criminal investigations, but their work is truly critical in helping law enforcement solve cases and protect citizens,” said Governor DeWine. “As we continue to help law enforcement officers with new tools to fight crime, it’s just as important to support those in our crime labs with new tools to analyze evidence. The awards we’re announcing today will help scientists do their jobs better and more efficiently to get crime-solving test results back into the hands of investigators sooner and violent criminals off the streets faster.” 

*Watch the announcement here [ [link removed] ].*


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Governor DeWine authorized the use of the State Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) on *Wednesday* [ [link removed] ] to help several counties impacted by severe winter ice storms in February 2022. 

The SDRP is a reimbursement program that can be used in instances where storm damage amounts do not meet the threshold for federal assistance. The program is intended to provide supplemental state assistance to local governments and eligible non-profit organizations for costs associated with debris removal, emergency protective measures, and permanent work.

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Small Communities, Big Impact - A Plan for Appalachia
Governor DeWine speaks to local leaders and officials in Marietta.

Governor DeWine speaks to local leaders and officials in Marietta about a new $500 investment in Ohio's Appalachian region.

On *Thursday*, Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Husted announced details of their proposal to make a long-overdue, comprehensive investment in the Appalachian region of Ohio.

The $500 million investment would support local initiatives to revitalize downtown districts, enhance quality of life, and help rebuild the economies of Ohio's 32 Appalachian counties. 

"The story of Ohio began with the pioneers in Appalachia, and it is now time to turn the page to a new and exciting chapter in this region's future," said Governor DeWine. "The plan that we are proposing today will energize our Appalachian communities so that the next generation of pioneers can forge new paths and secure a better future for this region." 

The $500 million proposal, dubbed "Ohio BUILDS - Small Communities, Big Impact - A Plan for Appalachia" would infuse funding into the proposal's three priority areas of restoring historic downtowns, improving community health, and rebuilding the local workforce.

“We have entered an era where people can live in one place and work in another,” said Lt. Governor Husted. “This means with the right kind of technology infrastructure, educational opportunities, affordable living with a high quality of life that rural communities have more opportunities than ever—this proposal will help make this possibility a reality.”

The proposal includes a $50 million planning phase to allow Appalachian communities and regional partnerships to develop plans that incorporate each of the three funding priorities. Following the planning, $450 million in implementation grants would be invested to help communities and regional groups carry out qualifying projects to rejuvenate the region and stimulate economic growth.

“I believe this investment will truly be the support that the Appalachian region needs to ensure long-term sustainable impacts,” said Lydia Mihalik, director of the Ohio Department of Development. “We look forward to working with the local communities to create solutions and cultivate success in the region.”

Governor DeWine speaks in Portsmouth, Ohio.

As part of the latest announcement, Governor DeWine stopped in St. Clairsville Thursday morning, and later visited Marietta and Portsmouth to discuss the latest investments in Appalachia Ohio.

 



Lt. Governor Husted announces the DeWine-Husted Administration's new proposal to make historic investments in Ohio's Appalachian counties.

The Lt. Governor visited Logan in the afternoon and then spoke to community members in Zanesville. 

*Watch the Lt. Governor's remarks in Logan here [ [link removed] ].*


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Lt. Governor Husted speaks to the crowd at Columbus Business First's Opportunity Forum at Easton Town Center.

Lt. Governor Husted speaks to the crowd at Columbus Business First's Opportunity Forum at Easton Town Center.

Lt. Governor Husted provided remarks at the Columbus Opportunity Forum on *Thursday*. The event [ [link removed] ] organized by Columbus Business First explored how Central Ohio businesses and residents stand to benefit from Intel’s investment, as well as how the region can meet the need for more workers to keep the economy running smoothly.

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Governor DeWine speaks on Ohio's workforce during his visit to NuVasive, Inc. in Dayton.

Governor DeWine speaks on Ohio's workforce during his visit to NuVasive, Inc. in Dayton.

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On *Friday* morning, Governor DeWine visited NuVasive, Inc., a global leader in spine technology innovation located in West Carrollton. The corporation specializes in surgical access instruments, spinal implants, fixation systems, biologics, software for surgical planning, and more. 


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Governor DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine pictured with representatives from The Fischer Group in Fairfield.

Governor DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine pictured with representatives from The Fischer Group in Fairfield.

*Friday* afternoon, Governor DeWine also traveled to the Fischer Group in Fairfield. The product development corporation helps entrepreneurs develop products and take them to market using American suppliers. 

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On *Friday*, Lt. Governor Husted kicked off Sinclair Community College's FlexFactor Final Pitch Competition where teams of high school students showcased their advanced manufacturing projects that provide real-world solutions.

Later, he gave remarks at Kings Island's 50th Anniversary Celebration and re-dedication ribbon cutting ceremony.

Lt. Governor gives remarks at the 50th Anniversary celebration of Kings Island.

Lt. Governor gives remarks at the 50th Anniversary celebration of Kings Island.

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Lt. Governor Husted speaks about the investments being made in Appalachia Ohio during his visit to Highland.

Lt. Governor Husted speaks about the investments being made in Appalachia Ohio during his visit to Highland.

Additionally, the Lt. Governor traveled to Hillsboro in Highland County *Friday* to discuss the DeWine-Husted Administration's new proposal that makes historic investments in Ohio's Appalachian counties. The plan aims to revitalize local communities, stimulate new economic growth, and improve quality of life.

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In recognition and celebration of Military Appreciation Month beginning May 1, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced the launch of a new resource page on *Friday* [ [link removed] ] for servicemen and women and their families on governor.ohio.gov [ [link removed] ].

Ohio is home to more than 800,000 veterans and military retirees, active-duty personnel, reservists, and National Guard members. The military-friendly page is a one-stop shop to find everything from employment opportunities to county veterans service offices. There are also resources for military members who are relocating to Ohio, including how to enroll your children in school, information about Purple Star Schools [ [link removed] ], or how to transfer the professional license of your spouse.

“Ohio’s commitment to our men and women in uniform, and their families, has a long history, and we are building on that foundation to make resources more visible and accessible,” said Governor DeWine. “Providing an all-encompassing resource for military members and their families will help them access all the opportunities Ohio has to offer including information on  reciprocity licenses, growing our federal and defense installations, and much more.”

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Governor DeWine signed two executive orders this week.


* Executive Order 2022-08D [ [link removed] ] provides $4.5 million to increase staff and reopen beds in licensed youth residential treatment facilities.

 “When treatment facilities have a hard time filling positions, they in turn serve fewer children,” said Governor DeWine. “This one-time funding will allow facilities to increase capacity and allow more young Ohioans with complex needs receive the treatment and support they need.”


* Executive Order 2022-09D [ [link removed] ], allocates more than $1.5 million from the state’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) [ [link removed] ] Parenting and Pregnancy Program to organizations providing services for pregnant women and parents, or other relatives caring for children, that promote the goals of the TANF program as well as childbirth, parenting, and alternatives to abortion.
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Also, this week Governor DeWine was honored with the National Alliance  [ [link removed] ]for Public Charter Schools [ [link removed] ]'s 2022 Champion for Charter Schools Award [ [link removed] ].

“I’m honored to receive this award and will continue to do what I can to help Ohio students and schools thrive because I know that one size does not fit all when it comes to education,” said Governor DeWine. “Giving Ohio families quality school options is fundamental in ensuring that each child’s unique needs are met.”

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