BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Buckeye Hills Regional Council - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Buckeye Hills Regional Council X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://buckeyehills.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Buckeye Hills Regional Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190523 CREATED:20241202T174833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T174833Z UID:11851-1734521400-1734525000@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Regional Transportation Planning Organization (RTPO) Committee DESCRIPTION:The Buckeye Hills Regional Council Regional Transportation Planning Organization (RTPO) Committee will meet on Wednesday\, December 18\, at 11:30 a.m. following the District 18 Ohio Public Works Commission Executive Committee meeting. \nBuckeye Hills Regional Council is a designated RTPO for Southeast Ohio in partnership with the Ohio Department of Transportation.  \nQuestions regarding this meeting should be directed to Melissa Zoller\, Planning Director\, at mzoller@buckeyehills.org or 740-376-1027. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/regional-transportation-planning-organization-rtpo-committee-2/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Regional-Transportation-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190523 CREATED:20241106T170334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T125136Z UID:11790-1734516000-1734519600@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Ohio Public Works Commission District 18 Executive Committee DESCRIPTION:The District 18 Ohio Public Works Fiscal Year 2026 (Round 39) Executive Committee meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday\, December 18\, at Buckeye Hills Regional Council. The purpose of this meeting is to review and approve the Fiscal Year 2026 (Round 39) State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP) and the Local Transportation Improvement Program (LTIP) slate of projects. \nQuestions regarding this program should be directed to Jada Riley\, Development Specialist III/District 18 Liaison\, at jriley@buckeyehills.org or 740-376-7636. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/ohio-public-works-commission-district-18-executive-committee/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/OPWCmeeting-Header3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190523 CREATED:20240129T194740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T193041Z UID:6490-1734089400-1734094800@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Please note: This meeting has been rescheduled from December 6. \nThe Buckeye Hills Regional Council Executive Committee meets on the first Friday of each month. \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nMeetings are subject to change.\n———————————————————————–\nAll meetings are free and open to the public. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/executive-committee-meeting-12-13-2024/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Executive-Committee-Meeting.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190523 CREATED:20241122T170202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T170514Z UID:11839-1733414400-1733418000@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Contractor Virtual Open House DESCRIPTION:The Ross County Planning and Development Department\, in collaboration with Buckeye Hills Regional Council and Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission\, invites contractors to join us for a free online introduction to the 30 projects across southern Ohio awarded $154 million in funding through the Appalachian Community Grant Program. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. \nRegister URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/contractor-virtual-open-house/ LOCATION:OH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/FireShot-Capture-251-Appalachian-History-Heritage-and-Culture-storymaps.arcgis.com_-e1732294873679.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190523 CREATED:20240129T200627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T195625Z UID:6498-1733310000-1733317200@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Regional Advisory Council DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis meeting is free and open to the public. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/regional-advisory-council-12-04-2024/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Regional-Advisory-Council.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190523 CREATED:20241106T170115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T170115Z UID:11788-1731664800-1731668400@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:District 18 Natural Resources Assistance Council Project Ranking Committee DESCRIPTION:The Fiscal Year 2025 (Round 19) committee meeting of the Natural Resources Assistance Council will be held at Buckeye Hills Regional Council\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, on Friday\, November 15\, 2024\, at 10:00 a.m. The purpose of this meeting is to rate and rank the applications that were received for Fiscal Year 2025 (Round 19).\n\nQuestions regarding this meeting should be directed to Michelle Hyer at mhyer@buckeyehills.org or 740-376-1025. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/district-18-natural-resources-assistance-council-project-ranking-committee/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190523 CREATED:20241007T153740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T173255Z UID:11669-1731600000-1731607200@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:CarFit - Noble County DESCRIPTION:CarFit is a free educational program designed to help drivers improve the “fit” of their vehicles for comfort and safety. \nRegister for a FREE 20-minute one-on-one checkup with a trained CarFit Technician who will help you better understand: \n\nProper safety belt use and fit\nSafe distance between you and your airbag\nA clear line of sight above the steering wheel\nMirror positioning to minimize blind spots\nState and local resources\n\nCarFit is NOT an evaluation or test of driving ability. \nSpaces are limited. To register\, contact Rebecca Mobley at the Noble County Health Department at 740-732-4958 or rebecca.mobley@noblecohd.org. \nDownload flyer (PDF) URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/carfit-caldwell-2024/ LOCATION:Noble County Health Department\, 44069 Marietta Road\, Caldwell\, OH\, 43724\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/AdobeStock_623398718-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190523 CREATED:20241029T121954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T121954Z UID:11770-1731578400-1731582000@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Noble County Transportation Advisory Committee DESCRIPTION:The Noble County Transportation Advisory Committee will meet on Thursday\, November 14\, 2024 10:00 a.m.\, at Allwell Behavioral Health Services\, 44020 Marietta Road\, Caldwell. \nBuckeye Hills Regional Council serves as the Regional Transportation Planning Organization and Mobility Management agency for Noble County. Learn more at buckeyehills.org/transportation. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/noble-county-transportation-advisory-committee/ LOCATION:Allwell\, 44020 Marietta Road\, Caldwell\, OH\, 43724\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Caldwell-Aerial-03.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190523 CREATED:20240129T191702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T172456Z UID:6482-1731492000-1731495600@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Monroe County Transportation Advisory Committee DESCRIPTION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council serves as the Regional Transportation Planning Organization and Mobility Management agency for Monroe County. Learn more at buckeyehills.org/transportation. \nQuestions regarding this meeting should be directed to Kelly Isaly\, Mobility Manager\, at kisaly@buckeyehills.org or 740-336-2039. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/monroe-county-transportation-advisory-committee-11-13-2024/ LOCATION:The Coffee House on Main\, 206 S. Main Street\, Woodsfield\, 43793\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/AdobeStock_439557559_Editorial_Use_Only-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190523 CREATED:20241029T121231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T121231Z UID:11768-1731405600-1731409200@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Washington County Way2Go Transportation Advisory Committee DESCRIPTION:The Washington County Way2Go Transportation Advisory Committee will meet on Tuesday\, November 12\, 2024\, 10:00 a.m.\, at Buckeye Hills Regional Council\, 1400 Pike Street in Marietta. \nBuckeye Hills Regional Council serves as the Mobility Management agency for Washington County. Learn more at buckeyehills.org/transportation. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/washington-county-way2go-transportation-advisory-committee-3/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Marietta-AdobeStock_296169367-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190523 CREATED:20241028T174131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T174131Z UID:11741-1731060000-1731063600@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:OneOhio Region 12 DESCRIPTION:The next regular meeting of the OneOhio Region 12 Committee will be Friday\, November 8\, 10:00 a.m. at Buckeye Hills Regional Council\, located at 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, Ohio. The purpose of this meeting is to establish the 2025 timetable for Region 12. \nBuckeye Hills Regional Council serves as the administrative agent for Region 12 of the OneOhio Recovery Foundation\, which was created to distribute the local share of funds from the State of Ohio’s settlement with the pharmaceutical industry as a consequence of its role in the national opioid epidemic. Region 12 is comprised of Coshocton\, Muskingum\, Guernsey\, Perry\, Morgan\, Noble\, Monroe\, and Washington counties. The Foundation works with local interests to support substance misuse prevention\, treatment\, and recovery efforts and invests funds to support these efforts for Ohioans into the future. More information is available at buckeyehills.org/oneohio. \nQuestions regarding these meetings should be directed to Michelle Hyer\, Program Manager\, at mhyer@buckeyehills.org or 740-376-1025. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/oneohio-region-12-4/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/OneOhio-Flag.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190523 CREATED:20240808T160348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T180435Z UID:11483-1730971800-1730993400@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Aging in Southeast Ohio DESCRIPTION:A Summit for Practitioners and Caregivers\nAging in Southeast Ohio brings together community leaders\, home- and community-based service providers\, and practitioners for a day of in-depth discussions and presentations. \nThis 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. \nSession topics will include State and Federal policy\, Medicaid Estate Recovery\, Affordable Housing Solutions\, and How AI is Changing Aging. \nRegistration is closed. \nRegistration is $25 and includes lunch. Members of the BHRC General Policy Council and Regional Advisory Council will receive complimentary registration out of gratitude for their service to our organization. Members of the GPC and RAC may contact Drew Tanner at dtanner@buckeyehills.org to receive the complimentary registration code. \nAgenda\n\n\n\nTime\nSession\n\n\n\n\n9:00 a.m.\n\nRegistration & Networking\n\n\n\n9:30 a.m.\n\nWelcome\n\n\n\n9:45 a.m.\n\nThe State of Aging: Budget & Policy Update\nBeth Kowalczyk\, Executive Director\, Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging (o4a) \n\n\n\n10:45 a.m.\n\nBreak\n\n\n\n11:00 a.m.\n\nShould I Be Worried About Medicaid Estate Recovery? An Overview\nMiriam Sheline\, Managing Attorney\, Pro Seniors \n\n\n\n12:00 p.m.\n\nLunch\n\n\n\n12:30 p.m.\n\nSenior Housing: A Discussion of Affordable Solutions\nTim Bete\, President\, St. Mary Development Corporation \n\n\n\n1:30 p.m.\n\nBreak\n\n\n\n1:45 p.m.\n\nHow A.I. is Shaping Aging\nRick Hodges\, Assistant Clinical Professor\, Ohio University\nTrace Johnson\, Co-founder\, Builder’s Club of Somerset \n\n\n\n2:45 p.m.\n\nClosing\n\n\n\n\nSponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n Title Sponsors \n \n \n \n Gold Sponsors \n \n \n \n Silver Sponsors \n \n \n \n Bronze Sponsors URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/aging-in-southeast-ohio/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2024-Aging-Summit-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240129T193215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T203000Z UID:6488-1730460600-1730466000@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Buckeye Hills Regional Council Executive Committee meets on the first Friday of each month. \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nMeetings are subject to change.\n———————————————————————–\nAll meetings are free and open to the public. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/executive-committee-meeting-11-01-2024/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Executive-Committee-Meeting.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20241016T172720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T172720Z UID:11689-1730368800-1730379600@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:CarFit - Monroe County DESCRIPTION:CarFit is a free educational program designed to help drivers improve the “fit” of their vehicles for comfort and safety. \nRegister for a FREE 20-minute one-on-one checkup with a trained CarFit Technician who will help you better understand: \n\nProper safety belt use and fit\nSafe distance between you and your airbag\nA clear line of sight above the steering wheel\nMirror positioning to minimize blind spots\nState and local resources\n\nCarFit is NOT an evaluation or test of driving ability. \nSpaces are limited. To register\, contact Kelly Isaly at 740-336-2039 or kisaly@buckeyehills.org. \nDownload flyer (PDF) URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/carfit-monroe-county/ LOCATION:Generations Complex\, 47115 Black Walnut Parkway\, Woodsfield\, OH\, 43793\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/AdobeStock_623398718-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20241007T134858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T171848Z UID:11665-1730368800-1730372400@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:District 18 Natural Resources Assistance Council (NRAC) Committee DESCRIPTION:The Fiscal Year 2025 (Round 19) committee meeting of the Natural Resources Assistance Council will be held at Buckeye Hills Regional Council\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, on Thursday\, October 31\, 2024\, at 10:00 a.m. The purpose of this meeting is to rate and rank the applications that were received for Fiscal Year 2025 (Round 19). \nQuestions regarding this meeting should be directed to Michelle Hyer at mhyer@buckeyehills.org or 740-376-1025. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/district-18-natural-resources-assistance-council-nrac-committee-2/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240129T200304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T195545Z UID:6496-1730282400-1730289600@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Regional Advisory Council DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis meeting is free and open to the public. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/regional-advisory-council-10-30-2024/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Regional-Advisory-Council.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240917T122816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T181942Z UID:11584-1730277000-1730307600@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training in Middleport DESCRIPTION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council is offering free Mental Health First Aid training across Southeast Ohio in September and October 2024. Buckeye Hills Regional Council is offering free Mental Health First Aid training across Southeast Ohio in September and October 2024. Mental Health First Aid training teaches you how to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The training helps you identify\, understand\, and respond to signs of addictions and mental illnesses. \n By becoming certified through this evidence-based\, early intervention training program\, you can improve the quality of life for older adults and learn how to assist and support those who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Older adults have high rates of late-onset mental health challenges\, like anxiety and depression\, and low rates of identification and treatment. This program is made possible through a grant from the Ohio Department of Aging. \nLearn more about\n\nThe unique impacts of mental health and substance use challenges on older adults.\nRisk factors and protective factors specific to older adults.\nNational\, regional\, and community mental health resources for older adults and their caregivers.\nApplying the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) in scenarios designed to reflect the unique needs and experiences of older adults.\n\nKey Concepts of the MHFA Action Plan\n\nAssess for risk of suicide or harm\nListen non-judgmentally\nGive reassurance and information\nEncourage appropriate professional help\nEncourage self-help and other support strategies\n\nWho should attend\n\nIndividuals who are a part of\, connected to\, or support older adults and their families.\n\n\n\nRegister today\n\n\n\n\nRegister at the link below. The training is limited to 20 participants and lasts from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 30-minute lunch break. \n\n\nREGISTER URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-in-middleport/ LOCATION:Blakeslee Center\, 100 Blakeslee Drive\, Middleport\, OH\, 45760\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Older-adults-at-a-Table.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240924T143932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T181858Z UID:11626-1729758600-1729789200@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training in Belle Valley DESCRIPTION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council is offering free Mental Health First Aid training across Southeast Ohio in September and October 2024. Mental Health First Aid training teaches you how to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The training helps you identify\, understand\, and respond to signs of addictions and mental illnesses. \nBy becoming certified through this evidence-based\, early intervention training program\, you can improve the quality of life for older adults and learn how to assist and support those who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Older adults have high rates of late-onset mental health challenges\, like anxiety and depression\, and low rates of identification and treatment. This program is made possible through a grant from the Ohio Department of Aging. \nLearn more about\n\nThe unique impacts of mental health and substance use challenges on older adults.\nRisk factors and protective factors specific to older adults.\nNational\, regional\, and community mental health resources for older adults and their caregivers.\nApplying the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) in scenarios designed to reflect the unique needs and experiences of older adults.\n\nKey Concepts of the MHFA Action Plan\n\nAssess for risk of suicide or harm\nListen non-judgmentally\nGive reassurance and information\nEncourage appropriate professional help\nEncourage self-help and other support strategies\n\nWho should attend\n\nIndividuals who are a part of\, connected to\, or support older adults and their families.\n\n\n\nRegister today\n\n\n\n\nRegister at the link below. The training is limited to 20 participants and lasts from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 30-minute lunch break. \n\n\nREGISTER URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-in-belle-valley/ LOCATION:OSU Extension Noble County\, 16714 Wolf Run Rd\, Caldwell\, OH\, 43724 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Older-adults-at-a-Table.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240923T142418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T142509Z UID:11609-1729071000-1729076400@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:ODOT STIP Rural Consultation (virtual) DESCRIPTION:The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is developing the 2026-2029 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). The STIP is Ohio’s four-year transportation planning program. Meeting with local officials is a vital first step in developing the STIP. These meetings are known as Rural Consultation. Consultation with non-metropolitan area local officials ensures that ODOT’s transportation planning and project decisions reflect the needs of Ohio’s rural areas and contribute to the economic growth and quality of life in these regions. \nPublic officials are invited to attend the virtual STIP Rural Consultation meeting below. ODOT and Buckeye Hills Regional Council would like to collaborate on the transportation concerns in the region and share a draft list of programmed projects planned for some phase of implementation during the 2026-2029 STIP period. \nClick the button below to join the meeting on October 16\, 2024\, beginning at 9:30 a.m. \nJOIN THE MEETING URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/odot-stip-rural-consultation/ LOCATION:OH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Traffic-Counts.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240917T124104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T124104Z UID:11586-1728635400-1728666000@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training in Logan DESCRIPTION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council is offering free Mental Health First Aid training across Southeast Ohio in September and October 2024. By becoming certified through this evidence-based\, early intervention training program\, you can improve the quality of life for older adults and learn how to assist and support those who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Older adults have high rates of late-onset mental health challenges\, like anxiety and depression\, and low rates of identification and treatment. This program is made possible through a grant from the Ohio Department of Aging. \nLearn more about\n\nThe unique impacts of mental health and substance use challenges on older adults.\nRisk factors and protective factors specific to older adults.\nNational\, regional\, and community mental health resources for older adults and their caregivers.\nApplying the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) in scenarios designed to reflect the unique needs and experiences of older adults.\n\nKey Concepts of the MHFA Action Plan\n\nAssess for risk of suicide or harm\nListen non-judgmentally\nGive reassurance and information\nEncourage appropriate professional help\nEncourage self-help and other support strategies\n\nWho should attend\n\nIndividuals who are a part of\, connected to\, or support older adults and their families.\n\n\n\nRegister today\n\n\n\n\nRegister at the link below. The training is limited to 20 participants and lasts from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 30-minute lunch break. \n\n\nREGISTER URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-in-logan/ LOCATION:Scenic Hills Senior Center\, 187 S Spring St\, Logan\, 43138\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Older-adults-at-a-Table.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240923T130121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T130138Z UID:11606-1728554400-1728558000@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:District 18 – Natural Resources Assistance Council (NRAC) Committee DESCRIPTION:The Fiscal Year 2025 (Round 19) committee meeting of the District 18 Natural Resources Assistance Council will be held at Buckeye Hills Regional Council\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, on Thursday\, October 10\, 2024\, at 10:00 a.m. The purpose of this meeting is to review the Fiscal Year 2025 (Round 19) Clean Ohio applications for eligibility. \nQuestions regarding this meeting should be directed to Michelle Hyer\, Program Manager\, at mhyer@buckeyehills.org. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/district-18-natural-resources-assistance-council-nrac-committee/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240829T120845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T183235Z UID:11565-1728041400-1728046800@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Buckeye Hills Regional Council Executive Committee meets on the first Friday of each month. \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nMeetings are subject to change.\n———————————————————————–\nAll meetings are free and open to the public. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/executive-committee-meeting/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Executive-Committee-Meeting.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240917T122520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T122520Z UID:11581-1726821000-1726851600@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training in Marietta DESCRIPTION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council is offering free Mental Health First Aid training across Southeast Ohio in September and October 2024. By becoming certified through this evidence-based\, early intervention training program\, you can improve the quality of life for older adults and learn how to assist and support those who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Older adults have high rates of late-onset mental health challenges\, like anxiety and depression\, and low rates of identification and treatment. This program is made possible through a grant from the Ohio Department of Aging. \nLearn more about\n\nThe unique impacts of mental health and substance use challenges on older adults.\nRisk factors and protective factors specific to older adults.\nNational\, regional\, and community mental health resources for older adults and their caregivers.\nApplying the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) in scenarios designed to reflect the unique needs and experiences of older adults.\n\nKey Concepts of the MHFA Action Plan\n\nAssess for risk of suicide or harm\nListen non-judgmentally\nGive reassurance and information\nEncourage appropriate professional help\nEncourage self-help and other support strategies\n\nWho should attend\n\nIndividuals who are a part of\, connected to\, or support older adults and their families.\n\n\n\nRegister today\n\n\n\n\nRegister at the link below. The training is limited to 20 participants and lasts from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 30-minute lunch break. \n\n\nREGISTER URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-in-marietta/ LOCATION:O’Neill Senior Center\, 333 4th Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Older-adults-at-a-Table.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240823T131726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T131726Z UID:11526-1726221600-1726225200@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:OneOhio Region 12 DESCRIPTION:The next regular meeting of the OneOhio Region 12 Committee will be Friday\, September 13\, 10:00 a.m. at Buckeye Hills Regional Council\, located at 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, Ohio. The purpose of this meeting is to vote on recommending a slate of grant applications and funding amounts to the OneOhio Recovery Foundation.  During this meeting\, the Region 12 grants review committee will enter into an executive session to discuss grant applications. \nBuckeye Hills Regional Council serves as the administrative agent for Region 12 of the OneOhio Recovery Foundation\, which was created to distribute the local share of funds from the State of Ohio’s settlement with the pharmaceutical industry as a consequence of its role in the national opioid epidemic. Region 12 is comprised of Coshocton\, Muskingum\, Guernsey\, Perry\, Morgan\, Noble\, Monroe\, and Washington counties. The Foundation works with local interests to support substance misuse prevention\, treatment\, and recovery efforts and invests funds to support these efforts for Ohioans into the future. More information is available at buckeyehills.org/oneohio. \nQuestions regarding these meetings should be directed to Michelle Hyer\, Program Manager\, at mhyer@buckeyehills.org or 740-376-1025. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/oneohio-region-12-3/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/OneOhio-Flag.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240129T213955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T144102Z UID:6539-1724932800-1724940000@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Buckeye Hills Forward Advisory Group DESCRIPTION:The Buckeye Hills Forward advisory group will meet at the Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development (COAD)\, 1 Pinchot Place in Athens\, on Thursday\, August 29\, at 12:00 p.m. \nAs an Economic Development District designated by the U.S. Economic Development Administration\, Buckeye Hills Regional Council is responsible for updating the regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) every five years. The next update is due by 2025. This update\, titled Buckeye Hills Forward: A Regional Economic Plan\, will lay a clear path forward for economic development activities in the region\, formulated by members of communities in the following counties: Athens\, Hocking\, Meigs\, Monroe\, Morgan\, Noble\, Perry\, and Washington. Activities regarding workforce\, housing\, outdoor recreation\, and education are examples of potential areas of development to be explored within the strategy. \nQuestions regarding this program should be directed to Jada Riley\, Development Specialist III\, at jriley@buckeyehills.org or 740-376-7636. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/buckeye-hills-forward-advisory-group-08-29-2024/ LOCATION:Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development (COAD)\, 1 Pinchot Place\, Athens\, 45701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CEDs.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240129T200101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T195447Z UID:6494-1724839200-1724846400@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Regional Advisory Council DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis meeting is free and open to the public. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/regional-advisory-council-08-28-2024/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Regional-Advisory-Council.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240808T135507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T135507Z UID:11481-1724324400-1724328000@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Regional Transportation Planning Organization Committee DESCRIPTION:The Buckeye Hills Regional Council Regional Transportation Planning Organization (RTPO) Committee will meet on Thursday\, August 22\, 2024\, at 11:00 a.m. at Buckeye Hills Regional Council\, 1400 Pike Street in Marietta.  This meeting will update the committee on current transportation studies in the region and review the upcoming Surface Transportation Block Grant project application process.\n\nBuckeye Hills Regional Council is a designated RTPO for Southeast Ohio in partnership with the Ohio Department of Transportation.\n\nQuestions regarding this meeting should be directed to Eric Wade\, Senior Planner\, at ewade@buckeyehills.org or 740-336-2042. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/regional-transportation-planning-organization-committee/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240729T171532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T171607Z UID:11368-1724320800-1724324400@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Noble County Transportation Advisory Committee DESCRIPTION:The Noble County Transportation Advisory Committee will meet on Thursday\, August 22\, 10:00 a.m. at Allwell Behavioral Health Services\, 44020 Marietta Road\, in Caldwell. \nBuckeye Hills Regional Council serves as the Regional Transportation Planning Organization and Mobility Management agency for Noble County. Learn more at buckeyehills.org/transportation. URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/noble-county-transportation-advisory-committee-2024-08-22/ LOCATION:Allwell\, 44020 Marietta Road\, Caldwell\, OH\, 43724\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Caldwell-Aerial-03.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240625T133445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T180355Z UID:11188-1724146200-1724167800@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:Small Communities\, Big Impact DESCRIPTION:A Local Development Summit for Southeast Ohio\nSmall Communities\, Big Impact brings together local leaders\, elected officials\, practitioners\, and more to explore topics related to transformational projects in Southeast Ohio communities. Topics include How to Work with Consultants\, an Introduction to the Buckeye Hills Funding Opportunities Database\, Brownfields\, Micro-Tourism Initiatives\, and Appalachian Community Grant Program Projects in the region. \n**Please note: Registration is now closed. Thank you to all who registered to join us on August 20!** \n  \nAgenda\n\n\n\nTime\nSession\n\n\n9:00 a.m.\n\nRegistration & Networking\n\n\n\n9:30 a.m.\n\nWelcome Remarks\nChasity Schmelzenbach: Executive Director\, Buckeye Hills Regional Council \n\n\n\n9:45 a.m.\n\nACGP: Where are we now?\nTaylor Abbott: Monroe County Treasurer \nJessica Keeton: Assistant Director of Community Development\, Ironton-Lawrence Community Action Organization \nMichelle Mays: Founder & CEO\, FosterHub \nModerator: Sam Miller\, Development Director\, Buckeye Hills Regional Council \n\n\n\n10:45 a.m.\nBreak\n\n\n11:00 a.m.\n\nThe Do’s and Don’ts of Working with Contractors\nAlan Brown: Associate Vice President\, Verdantas \nMatt Leasure: Principal\, Designing Local \nCole Ryan: Associate Partner\, APG Architects \nModerator: Michelle Hyer\, Program Manager\, Buckeye Hills Regional Council \n\n\n\n12:00 p.m.\n\nLunch\nAn Introduction to the Buckeye Hills Funding Opportunities Database \n\n\n\n12:30 p.m.\n\nBrownfields of Opportunity\nMollie Fitzgerald: Executive Director\, Athens County Economic Development Council \nJesse Roush: Executive Director\, Southeastern Ohio Port Authority \nModerator: Melissa Zoller\, Planning Director\, Buckeye Hills Regional Council \n\n\n\n1:30 p.m.\nBreak\n\n\n1:45 p.m.\n\nMicro-Tourism for Macro Impact\nKellye Blosser: Vice President\, Little Cities of Black Diamonds \nSherry Ellem: Administrative Director\, Washington County Health Department \nAllie Schultheis: Chair\, Harmar Days Festival Committee \nModerator: Emma Yeager\, Development Specialist\, Buckeye Hills Regional Council \n\n\n\n2:45 p.m.\nClosing\n\n\n\nSponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n Title Sponsors \n \n \n \n Gold Sponsors \n \n \n \n Silver Sponsors \n \n \n \n Bronze Sponsors URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/small-communities-big-impact-2024/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/BHRC-2024DevSummit-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190524 CREATED:20240621T150721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T123818Z UID:11194-1723813200-1723820400@buckeyehills.org SUMMARY:CarFit DESCRIPTION:CarFit is a free educational program designed to help drivers improve the “fit” of their vehicles for comfort and safety. \nRegister for a FREE 20-minute one-on-one checkup with a trained CarFit Technician who will help you better understand: \n\nProper safety belt use and fit\nSafe distance between you and your airbag\nA clear line of sight above the steering wheel\nMirror positioning to minimize blind spots\nState and local resources\n\nCarFit is NOT an evaluation or test of driving ability. \nSpaces are limited. To register\, contact BHRC Mobility Manager Julia Hinzman at 1-800-331-2644 ext. 6 or email jhinzman@buckeyehills.org. \nDownload flyer (PDF) URL:https://buckeyehills.org/event/carfit/ LOCATION:Buckeye Hills Regional Council (old address)\, 1400 Pike Street\, Marietta\, OH\, 45750\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buckeyehills.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/AdobeStock_495432742-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR