Headlines 13 February 2024

Wilkin announces funds for new Appalachian Community Innovation Centers Program

COLUMBUS – State Senator Shane Wilkin (R-Hillsboro) today announced the guidelines for the $85 million Appalachian Community Innovation Centers program. 

An Appalachian Community Innovation Center is a facility that will serve as a multi-faceted community center that provides access to public education, community health services, and workforce development. 

"These funds will greatly assist Appalachian Ohioans to find quality healthcare, education, workforce skills, and jobs," Wilkin said. "Simply put, this opportunity can change lives and communities for generations. I urge organizations that qualify to apply."

Eligible projects include:
New construction, renovation, or expansion of existing facilities that support public education;
Physical or behavioral healthcare services onsite to support students and the public;
Community access for job-related programming. 
The state was awarded this funding from the American Rescue Plan Act Capital Projects Fund. School districts, joint vocational school districts, regional councils of government, and other political subdivisions located in the 32 Appalachian counties may apply here.

The application deadline is March 21, 2024.

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