Our latest #GOPCThread is up on Twitter today, as we take a look at ways Ohio is adapting to COVID-19 and working to promote social distancing.
"We're all in this together" has been a rallying cry across the state since March, here are some examples of how together, we have been Ohio Strong!
Not on Twitter, the thread is available online , as well as below.
Greater Ohio Policy Center Read on Twitter
Today’s #GOPCThread is the third in a series about how Ohio was #SustainingCommunity before & during the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, we examine how we have worked to strengthen neighborhoods and stabilize residents #OhioStrong
In @CityofDayton, the CareSource Foundation has given an $80k grant to Miami Valley In-Ovations to support the reconstruction of Dayton homes damaged by last year’s Memorial Day tornados. #GOPCThread #SustainingCommunity
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Helping ensure safe & affordable housing for all in the face of an eviction crisis, @CityofDayton approves legislation to limit the late fees that landlords can charge renters—a recommendation made by the Mayor’s Eviction Task Force. #GOPCThread
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In Medina Co., residents can receive Fix-It Funds, low interest home improvement loans. Due to the pandemic, the long-standing program extends the repayment period from 12-18 mos., making it easier for residents to invest in their neighborhoods. #GOPCThread
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@Chardon_Ohio City Council just established vacant residential property registration requirements. This registry will be an important neighborhood stabilization tool as the econ. fallout of the pandemic starts to be felt by real estate investors. #GOPCThread
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In @AkronOhioMayor, @EANDC330 & @CommLegalAid are helping prevent as many evictions as possible, by assisting tenants with landlord negotiations, working out payment plans, & connecting them with rental assistance programs. #GOPCThread
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Over 300K Ohio homes face major barriers to high-speed internet access—a challenge magnified by COVID-19. #BroadbandOhio continues to work on improving access for the unserved & underserved. #GOPCThread
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When NE Franklin Co. residents were impacted by suspended bus lines, @COTABus started a micro-transit service—a free, 7 days/week, on-demand pilot project to serve the bus riders impacted by service disruptions & COVID-19. #GOPCThread #SustainingCommunity
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Since COVID, @ColsFoundation stepped up—giving about $4.6M in emergency funding to nearly 120 Franklin Co. nonprofits. On June 10-11, the Foundation went forward with the previously scheduled #TheBigGive, which raised more $ than prior years. #GOPCThread
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Faced with meeting housing stock demands, #ChampaignCounty took necessary first steps pre-pandemic: analyzed current conditions & collected resident feedback. Community members are ready to roll up their sleeves to begin implementation soon. #GOPCThread
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When Appalachian leaders worried their region may be undercounted in the #2020Census, Mayors Partnership for Progress @ohiou & SE Ohio Public Energy Council raised $44K to spread the word & promote an effort called Appalachian Ohio Counts #GOPCThread
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If COVID-19 has taught us anything, it is that the only way we can keep #SustainingCommunity is if we come together. #OhioStrong #GOPCThread
