Buckeye Hills Regional Council

Executive Committee Meeting [CANCELED]
2023-11-03 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address), 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
The Buckeye Hills Regional Council Executive Committee meeting for November 3, 2023, has been canceled.
The Executive Committee is comprised of regional elected officials and private sector leaders who strive to increase the vitality of southeast Ohio. These individuals work together to prioritize regional strategies and strengthen the Buckeye Hills vision by impacting positive change in their own communities.
The Buckeye Hills Regional Council Executive Committee has 15 members comprised of the Mayors of the two largest cities in the District, eight county representatives appointed by County Commissioners, and five private sector representatives.
Meetings are subject to change.
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All meetings are free and open to the public.

BHRC Broadband Committee
2023-10-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address), 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
The Buckeye Hills Regional Council Broadband Committee will meet at Buckeye Hills Regional Council, 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, on Monday, October 30, 2023, at 1:00 p.m.
The purpose of this meeting is to provide updates and discuss the recently released Ohio Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program Proposal Volume II.
Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Ryan Collins, Program Manager.

Regional Advisory Council
2023-10-25 12:00 - 14:00, 2023-08-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-06-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address), 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
The Regional Advisory Council (RAC) serves as a liaison between older adults and their local County Councils on Aging. The RAC is formed of representatives from those County Councils on Aging and other Buckeye Hills appointees.
This meeting is free and open to the public.

Noble County Transportation Awareness Day
2023-10-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Courthouse Square, Caldwell, OH, 43724, United States
Learn about your local transportation options and more in Noble County! Need a ride to the doctor, pharmacy, grocery store, work, or other help getting around? We can help. Learn about local transportation options and connect with local agencies who are ready to assist you, including SEAT, Allwell, and more.
Need help getting there? Call us at 1-800-331-2644 ext. 6.
Door prize for the first 25 to attend!

Washington County Transportation Awareness Day
2023-10-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Armory Square, 241 Front Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
Learn about your local transportation options and more in Washington County! Need a ride to the doctor, pharmacy, grocery store, work, or other help getting around? We can help. Learn about local transportation options and connect with local agencies who are ready to assist you, including:

The O’Neill Center
House of Hope
Washington-Morgan Community Action
Washington County Veterans Services
Green Cab
Brightview
Washington County Job & Family Services
Creating Healthy Communities

Need help getting there? Call us at 1-800-331-2644 ext. 6.
Door prize for the first 25 to attend!

Buckeye Hills Foundation River Cruise
2023-10-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Valley Gem Sternwheeler, 601 Front Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
Join us aboard the Valley Gem Sternwheeler for the Buckeye Hills Foundation River Cruise on Friday, October 13, 2023, featuring keynote speaker Jimmy Burrow, Vice President of the Joe Burrow Foundation. We will board the Valley Gem at the Washington Street Bridge overpass on Front Street in Marietta, departing promptly at 2:00 p.m. and returning to the docks at 4:00 p.m.
Enjoy appetizers and a cash bar on the Valley Gem while learning about the recent successes and current initiatives of the Buckeye Hills Foundation.
Special thanks to our Title Sponsors: AT&T and Bricker Graydon.
Registration is $25. Members of the BHRC General Policy Council and Regional Advisory Council will receive a discounted rate of $10 out of gratitude for their service to our organization. A discount code may be accessed by emailing dtanner@buckeyehills.org.
About Jimmy Burrow
Jimmy Burrow, Vice President of the Joe Burrow Foundation, is a former defensive back in the National Football League (NFL) and the Canadian Football League (CFL). He is a retired college football coach and father of Heisman Trophy winner and Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow. Jimmy played college football at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. His last coaching position was as defensive coordinator for Ohio University from 2005 – 2019. Jimmy timed his retirement from coaching to coincide with the final college football season of his son, Joe Burrow, who played at LSU in 2018-2019 and 2019-2020.
About the Buckeye Hills Foundation
The Buckeye Hills Foundation promotes community and economic development through research, education, charity, and training conducted in support of the overall mission of Buckeye Hills Regional Council. The Buckeye Hills Foundation has four primary goals:

To provide opportunities for research, education, and training to leaders, officials, practitioners, and stakeholders in Southeast Ohio, focused on the mission of improving the quality of life for residents in the eight-county Buckeye Hills region.
To address community needs through small, responsive grants of less than $5,000 toward initiatives, programs, and projects that provide community and economic development outcomes.
To serve as a medium for the growth of arts, culture, outdoor recreation, placemaking, and tourism in southeast Ohio.
To bolster the capacity of local elected officials to provide transformational leadership and vision in their respective communities and thus Southeast Ohio.

District 18 – Natural Resources Assistance Council (NRAC) Committee Meeting
2023-10-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address), 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
The Fiscal Year 2024 (Round 18) committee of the Natural Resources Assistance Council will meet at Buckeye Hills Regional Council, 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. The purpose of this meeting is to review the Fiscal Year 2024 (Round 18) applications for eligibility.
Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Brad Peoples.

Monroe County Transportation Awareness Day
2023-10-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Generations Complex, 47115 Black Walnut Parkway, Woodsfield, OH, 43793, United States
Learn about your local transportation options and more in Monroe County! Need a ride to the doctor, pharmacy, grocery store, work or other help getting around? We can help. Learn about local transportation options and connect with local agencies who are ready to assist you including:

Monroe County Job & Family Services
Monroe County Health Department
Monroe County Veterans Services
Monroe County Public Transit
Monroe County Senior Center
Tri-County help Center

Need help getting there? Call us at 1-800-331-2644 ext. 6.
Door prize for the first 25 to attend!

Executive Committee Meeting
2023-10-06 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-08-04 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-06-02 11:30 - 13:00 | Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address), 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
The Buckeye Hills Regional Council Executive Committee meets on the first Friday of each month.
The Executive Committee is comprised of regional elected officials and private sector leaders who strive to increase the vitality of southeast Ohio. These individuals work together to prioritize regional strategies and strengthen the Buckeye Hills vision by impacting positive change in their own communities.
The Buckeye Hills Regional Council Executive Committee has 15 members comprised of the Mayors of the two largest cities in the District, eight county representatives appointed by County Commissioners, and five private sector representatives.
Meetings are subject to change.
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All meetings are free and open to the public.

2023 Sunshine Laws Training
2023-09-28 13:00 - 16:15 | Blakeslee Center, 100 Blakeslee Drive, Middleport, OH, 45760, United States
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office will host a Sunshine Laws training for elected officials and Ohio attorneys at the Blakeslee Center in Middleport on September 28.
Refreshments are not provided for this training but non-alcoholic beverages and snacks are allowed in the room. For your convenience, The Blakeslee Center has a Cafe on site that is open to the public.

This course provides:
The mandatory three (3) hour training required by Ohio Rev. Code § 109.43(B) to be completed by elected officials or their designee once per elected term.
Three (3) hours of general instruction approved by the Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Continuing Legal Education for Ohio attorneys.

Parking can be accessed from Pearl Street.

Appalachia Forward
2023-09-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Belmont College, 68094 Hammond Road, Saint Clairsville, OH, 43950, United States
A conference for local elected officials and development staff.
Tentative Agenda
9:00 a.m. – Registration and Networking
9:30 a.m. – Introductions
9:40 a.m. – Remarks from Special Guests
Gayle Manchin, Federal Co-Chair, Appalachian Regional Commission
Lydia Mihalik, Director, Ohio Department of Development
10:00 a.m. – Federal Agency Panel
Moderator: Briggs White, Deputy Executive Director, IWG
US Department of Agriculture – tentative
Environmental Protection Agency – tentative
Economic Development Administration – tentative
10:45 p.m. – Interagency Working Group Roundtable “Speed Networking” for communities
Visit with the various Agencies from the Interagency Working Group on Coal and Power Plant Communities & Economic Revitalization (IWG) during a speed network roundtable.
12:00 p.m. – Lunch Break / Networking
12:45 p.m. – Appalachian Community Grant Program, Lessons Learned – Round I Implementation
Getting ready for 2023 submissions, lessons learned to date
Survivor Advocacy Outreach Program: Jennifer Siefert, Executive Director, Survivor Advocacy Outreach program & New Leaf Justice Enterprises
Athens, Coshocton, Logan and Somerset: Steve Patterson, Mayor, City of Athens
Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia (ORCA): Jessie Powers, Executive Director
Utica Shale Academy: William Watson, Superintendent
1:45 p.m. – GIS Collaborative Announcement
2:00 p.m. – Local Development Districts – Resources waiting for you!
Moderator: John Carey, Director, Governor’s Office of Appalachia
Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission: John Hemmings, Executive Director
Buckeye Hills Regional Council: Chasity Schmelzenbach, Executive Director
Ohio Mid-Eastern Governments Association: Jeannette Wierzbicki, Executive Director
Eastgate Regional Council of Governments: Kathy Zook, ARC Program Manager
3:00 p.m. – Closing and Key Takeaways
3:00 – 4:00 p.m. – Networking

Noble County Transportation Advisory Committee
2023-08-31 14:00 - 15:00 | Allwell, 44020 Marietta Road, Caldwell, OH, 43724, United States
The Noble County Transportation Advisory Committee will meet on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at Allwell Behavioral Health Services, 44020 Marietta Road, Caldwell.
Buckeye Hills Regional Council serves as the Regional Transportation Planning Organization and Mobility Management agency for Noble County. Learn more at buckeyehills.org/transportation.
Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Julia Hinzman, Mobility Manager.

Washington County Way2Go Transportation Advisory Committee
2023-08-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address), 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
The Washington County Transportation Advisory Committee (Way2Go) will meet on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at Buckeye Hills Regional Council, 1400 Pike Street in Marietta.
Buckeye Hills Regional Council serves as the Mobility Management agency for Washington County. Learn more at buckeyehills.org/transportation.
Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Julia Hinzman, Mobility Manager.

BHRC Broadband Committee
2023-08-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address), 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
The Buckeye Hills Regional Council Broadband Committee will meet at Buckeye Hills Regional Council, 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, on Monday, August 28, 2023, at 1:00 p.m.
The purpose of this meeting is to provide updates on current broadband projects in Southeast Ohio and BroadbandOhio’s draft Digital Opportunity Plan.
Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Ryan Collins, Program Manager.

Monroe County Transportation Advisory Committee
2023-08-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Generations Complex, 47115 Black Walnut Parkway, Woodsfield, OH, 43793, United States
The Monroe County Transportation Advisory Committee will meet on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at the Generations Complex, 47115 Black Walnut Parkway in Woodsfield.
The purpose of this meeting is to discuss application submission for non-emergency medical transportation, mobility management, survey distribution in Monroe County, and an update on the number of rides provided to Monroe County residents through the non-emergency medical grant.
Buckeye Hills Regional Council serves as the Regional Transportation Planning Organization and Mobility Management agency for Monroe County.
Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Kelly Isaly, Mobility Manager.

Small Communities, Big Impact: A Local Development Summit For Southeast Ohio
2023-08-15 09:30 - 15:00 | Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address), 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
This one-day event will bring together local leaders, elected officials, practitioners, and more to explore topics related to investing in the future of Southeast Ohio’s communities.
The summit’s agenda features an overview of the impact of small communities and the role of local chambers, as well as perspectives on inclusive community development and the impact of the FY2024-2025 state budget.
Registration is $25 and includes lunch. Members of the BHRC General Policy Council and Regional Advisory Council will receive a discounted rate out of gratitude for their service to our organization.
Summit Agenda

9:30 AM – 9:45 AM – Networking
9:45 AM – 10:00 AM – Welcome
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Panel: Small Communities, Big Impact

Mayors and representatives from Southeast Ohio communities share how they’re reshaping the futures of their cities and villages and making the most of the opportunities of the present.

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM – Break
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM – Panel: Inclusive Community Development

This panel will discuss how can we better ensure that the initiatives and improvements we undertake benefit all members of our community, from working families and older adults to individuals re-entering their communities and those who lack transportation.

12:15 PM – 12:45 PM – Lunch
Catered lunch provided
12:45 PM – 1:50 PM Panel: Chambers of Success P
Learn how local Chambers of Commerce are helping Southeast Ohio businesses thrive.
1:50 PM – 2:00 PM – Break
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM – Budget & Policy Update

Thank you to Our Sponsors.

OneOhio Region 12 Committee
2023-08-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Noble County Health Department, 44069 Marietta Road, Caldwell, OH, 43724, United States
The OneOhio Region 12 Committee will meet on Friday, August 11, at 10:00 a.m. at the Noble County Health Department located at 44069 Marietta Rd Caldwell, Ohio 43724. The purpose of this meeting is to advance the process of developing scoring criteria for Region 12. The OneOhio Region 12 President will also give a presentation on both effective and absent resources within the battle against opioid addiction.
Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Brad Peoples, Development Specialist.

BHRC Broadband Committee
2023-07-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address), 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
The Buckeye Hills Regional Council Broadband Committee will meet at Buckeye Hills Regional Council, 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, on Monday, July 24, 2023, at 1:00 p.m.
The purpose of this meeting is to provide updates on the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program, results of the recent Regional Digital Inclusion Alliance listening sessions, and current broadband projects in Southeast Ohio.
Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Ryan Collins, Program Manager.

Ohio's Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Public Meeting
2023-06-13 15:00 - 17:00 | Athens Community Center, 701 East State Street, Athens, OH, 45701, United States
As Southeast Ohio’s Regional Transportation Planning Organization, Buckeye Hills Regional Council is joining with ODOT and Drive Ohio to host an update meeting regarding Ohio’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan on June 13, 3:00-5:00 p.m. at the Athens Community Center. At this meeting, DriveOhio will present on the progress made to date on Ohio’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan and share a draft of the updated plan for the upcoming year, which will also be available shortly on the DriveOhio website: National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program (NEVI) | DriveOhio. During this session, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback on candidate charging locations and other updates to Ohio’s plan. You can also learn more about electric vehicles during a vehicle showcase following the presentation.

Financial Tools & Incentives For Downtown Revitalization
2023-05-24 09:30 - 15:30 | Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address), 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
Join us for a conversation about community development and how to create vibrant downtowns and thriving communities through the Main Street approach. Then, participate in a deep-dive discussion on the Federal and State Historic Preservation Tax Credit programs for historic building rehabilitation. Learn how to qualify, apply, and use the financing tools you need to breathe new life into your historic structures.
Agenda
9:30 AM: Registration & Morning Refreshments
10:00 AM: An overview of community revitalization and the role of preservation and revitalization in community pride and quality of life. Introduction to the Ohio Main Street Program for sustainable downtown revitalization – Heritage Ohio Staff
11:00 AM: Understanding the National Register of Historic Places
11:30 AM: Certified Local Governments (CLG) Overview
12:30 PM: Lunch (included with registration)
1:00 PM: Federal Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program
2:00 PM: Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program
3:00 PM: Q&A
Registration is $10 and includes lunch. Register in advance by May 22.

Appalachian Ohio State Of The Region Conference
2023-05-23 08:30 - 14:15 | Ohio University, Baker University Center, 1 Park Place, Athens, OH, 45701, United States
The 11th Annual Appalachian Ohio State of the Region Conference brings public officials, economic development experts, business and organizational leaders and others to discuss different issues related to economic growth in the Appalachian Ohio region. This year the event is on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 from 8:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. The days events will be taking place on OHIO’s Athens Campus in Baker University Center ballroom. The event is part of the Ohio University’s Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) University Center project.

Monroe County Transportation Advisory Committee
2023-05-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Generations Complex, 47115 Black Walnut Parkway, Woodsfield, OH, 43793, United States
The Monroe County Transportation Advisory Committee will meet on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, 10:00 a.m., at the Generations Complex, 47115 Black Walnut Parkway in Woodsfield.
Buckeye Hills Regional Council serves as the Regional Transportation Planning Organization and Mobility Management agency for Monroe County.
Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Kelly Isaly, Mobility Manager.

OneOhio Region 12 Committee
2023-05-12 09:30 - 10:30 | Guernsey County Administration Building, 627 Wheeling Ave (EOC Room), Cambridge, OH, 43725, United States
The OneOhio Region 12 Committee will meet on Friday, May 12, at 9:30 a.m. at the Guernsey County Administration Building, 627 Wheeling Ave (EOC Room) in Cambridge, Ohio. The purpose of this meeting is to provide updates on the rollout of the OneOhio grant application and the project submission process.
Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Brad Peoples, Development Specialist.

Noble County Transportation Advisory Committee
2023-05-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Allwell, 44020 Marietta Road, Caldwell, OH, 43724, United States
The Noble County Transportation Advisory Committee will meet on Thursday, May 11, 2023, 10:00 a.m., at Allwell Behavioral Health Services, 44020 Marietta Road, Caldwell.
Buckeye Hills Regional Council serves as the Regional Transportation Planning Organization and Mobility Management agency for Noble County.
Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Julia Hinzman, Mobility Manager.

District 18 – Natural Resources Assistance Council (NRAC) Methodology Review
2023-05-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address), 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
The Fiscal Year 2024 (Round 18) Natural Resources Assistance Council committee meeting will be held at Buckeye Hills Regional County, 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. The purpose of this meeting is to review the Fiscal Year 2024 (Round 18) scoring Methodology.
Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Brad Peoples, Development Specialist.

Aging In Today's Appalachia: A Summit For Southeast Ohio
2023-05-10 09:30 - 14:30 | Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address), 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, OH, 45750, United States
Aging in Today’s Appalachia brings together community leaders, home- and community-based service providers, and practitioners for a day of in-depth discussions and presentations.
From budget and policy to advocacy to broadband, this one-day event will feature an overview of current challenges and innovative solutions while highlighting real work being accomplished on the ground to improve the lives of older adults in Southeast Ohio.
2023 Summit Agenda

9:30 a.m.: Welcome & Introductions
10:00 a.m.: Ohio Budget and Policy Lookahead, featuring Beth Kowalczyk, Chief Policy Officer, Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging, and Tom Pappas, President & CEO Thomas P. Pappas & Associates
11:00 a.m.:Collaborative Teamwork Can Improve the Response to Elder Abuse and Financial Exploitation, featuring Sylvia Pla-Raith, Director, Elder Justice Unit of the Ohio Attorney General’s Office
12:00 p.m.: Lunch
12:30 p.m.: Effective Communication Strategies, featuring Ginger Gagne, Program Manager for the Southeast Ohio region of the Alzheimer’s Association
1:30 p.m. Connected Aging: The Impact of Broadband, featuring Ryan Collins, Program Manager, Buckeye Hills Regional Council
2:30 p.m. Closing

Registration is $25 and includes lunch. Members of the BHRC General Policy Council and Regional Advisory Council will receive a discounted rate out of gratitude for their service to our organization.
