GOPC’s analysis provides community leaders with an in-depth assessment of the market-rate and affordable housing markets in the county, and recommends policies and strategies that can strengthen housing markets in Champaign County communities.
What We Learned From Applying To The PPP
Like millions of other small businesses in the United States, GOPC has applied to the Payroll Protection Program (PPP).
Good Idea for Affordable Housing & Transportation: Detroit Shoreway CDO & Greater Cleveland RTA’s Aspen Place Partnership
Federal Tax Credit for Redevelopment Introduced (REHAB Act)
The REHAB Act is a proposed new federal rehabilitation tax credit designed to incentivize greater private investment and bring equitable revitalization to whole neighborhoods. The credit is aimed at spurring the rehab of non-historic buildings that are at least 50 years old and near an existing or proposed transit facility.
Nehemiah Manufacturing’s Good Idea: Giving Individuals a Second Chance
CRA Comments Deadline is Wednesday, April 8
Responding to COVID-19: Now, more than ever, completing the Census is Vital for Communities
For months now, communities around the state have been gearing-up as the 2020 United States Census gets underway. Conducted every 10 years and required by both the U.S. Constitution and federal law, the Census has long-range implications, for everything from the number of Representatives Ohio will have in the United States Congress, to helping determine how billions of dollars in federal funding flow into states and communities each year.
Responding to COVID-19: Ohio Legislature, Congress, Enact Sweeping Disaster Response Bills
Responding to COVID-19: Ohio Legislature Preparing to Address Challenges from Public Health Crisis
Responding to COVID-19: Transit Systems Around Ohio Respond to Public Health Crisis
Transit providers have increased rigorous and frequent cleaning of all hard surfaces in facilities and buses. They are taking preventative measures as recommended by the CDC and the Ohio Department of Health. Transit providers are also coordinating with the Federal Transit Administration on proper protocol and for emergency support.
Passengers can help prevent the spread of the virus by taking everyday precautions: wash hands, do not touch your face and avoid sick people. Ohio Public Transit Association (OPTA) is encouraging Ohioans to check their local transit system’s website and social media channels for the latest updates on service and protocols. OPTA also encourages customers to avoid transit centers and to purchase tickets and passes through mobile devices if available.
Many transit systems have elected to waive fees for transit rides during the COVID-19 outbreak. You should check with your local transit provider before opting to purchase tickets and passes in advance.
Many systems are also focused on helping children reach community centers and schools to pick-up free breakfast and lunch meals through service enhancements and/or free fares.
Below are links to transit systems around Ohio with information about how they are responding to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Central Ohio Regional Transit Authority (COTA)
Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA)
Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA)
Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (GDRTA)
Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA)
Akron Metro Regional Transit Authority (METRO)
Stark Area Regional Transit Authority (SARTA)