Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission

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Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission (OVRDC) is a public regional planning commission that coordinates federal, state, and local resources to encourage community and economic development in twelve southern Ohio counties. Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission (OVRDC) is a public regional planning commission that coordinates federal, state, and local resources to encourage community and

economic development in twelve southern Ohio counties: Adams, Brown, Clermont, Fayette, Gallia, Highland, Jackson, Lawrence, Pike, Ross, Scioto and Vinton. Established in 1967, OVRDC serves as a Local Development District for the Appalachian Regional Commission and as an Economic Development District for the Economic Development Administration.

OVRDC is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Regional Excellence Awards!Do you know an outstanding leader, partner or...
06/01/2026

OVRDC is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Regional Excellence Awards!

Do you know an outstanding leader, partner organization, or impactful project helping move our region forward? We want to recognize the people and initiatives making a difference across the OVRDC region.

Award Categories:
⭐ Regional Leadership Award
⭐ Regional Partnership Excellence Award
⭐ Regional Impact Project Award

Awardees will be recognized during the Fall OVRDC Full Commission Meeting.

🔗: ovrdc.org/2026/05/29/ovrdc-accepting-nominations-for-regional-excellence-awards

05/28/2026

📢 MEETING NOTICE UPDATE 📢

Please note that the meeting of the District 15 Ohio Public Works Commission Executive Committee has been rescheduled from Thursday, June 4 to Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the office of the Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission.

The purpose of the meeting is to approve the Round 41 methodology and rating sheets.

🎉 Happy Work Anniversary, Stephanie! 🎉Today we’re celebrating Stephanie and her dedication to the Ohio Valley Regional D...
05/28/2026

🎉 Happy Work Anniversary, Stephanie! 🎉

Today we’re celebrating Stephanie and her dedication to the Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission! Since joining OVRDC in 2013, Stephanie has provided leadership, vision, and commitment to advancing opportunities across our region.

Thank you for your years of service, leadership, and all you do for our communities and team each day! 💙👏

Please join us in congratulating Stephanie on her work anniversary!

A great day in Jackson County!Today, OVRDC staff had the opportunity to conduct site visits across Jackson County to see...
05/26/2026

A great day in Jackson County!

Today, OVRDC staff had the opportunity to conduct site visits across Jackson County to see the progress being made on projects supported in part through funding associated with our office. It was exciting to see firsthand how these investments are helping strengthen communities, improve infrastructure, and support future growth throughout the region.

🚀 We started in the City of Wellston, where Mayor Brenner shared updates on improvements at the city’s water treatment facility. We also visited the historic Louvee Theater to discuss recent funding applications and future plans for the space before stopping by the Wellston Medical Office Building, a project supported through the Appalachian Community Grant Program.

🍎 Next, Mayor Evans guided us through the City of Jackson’s downtown revitalization efforts, including waterline replacement funded through the Appalachian Regional Commission and streetscape improvements supported by the Appalachian Community Grant Program.

🏗️ We wrapped up the day with a visit to the newly constructed speculative building on General Tibbets Drive, an exciting investment that will help position Jackson County for future business and economic development opportunities.

Thank you to the mayors for taking the time to show us around, and our partners at the Jackson County Economic Development Partnership for coordinating today’s visit and for the continued collaboration happening across Jackson County!

In observance of Memorial Day, the Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission office will be closed on Monday, May 25, ...
05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, the Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission office will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26.

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice and dedication will never be forgotten.

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

Welcome Emma to the OVRDC team! 🎉Emma is joining us this summer as our Media Intern and will be traveling throughout the...
05/22/2026

Welcome Emma to the OVRDC team! 🎉

Emma is joining us this summer as our Media Intern and will be traveling throughout the region capturing photos and videos of Appalachian Community Grant Program projects during construction.

We’re excited to highlight the progress happening across our communities and share the stories behind these important investments. We’re glad to have Emma with us this summer and can’t wait to see the content created along the way!

05/21/2026

Executive Committee Meeting Reminder

A reminder that the OVRDC Executive Committee Meeting is scheduled for today Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at the OVRDC office in Waverly.

Please be aware of an active road closure impacting travel to the office:

⚠️ US 220 from State Route 32 is closed due to construction.

If you normally travel from SR 32 to US 220, please follow the posted detour route through SR 23 North, West 2nd Street, Depot Street, and SR 220/Bridge Street to reach Progress Drive.

📍 Meeting Location:
73 Progress Drive
Waverly, Ohio 45690

Please plan ahead and allow additional travel time. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you later today.

05/19/2026

The Ohio River Commission is inviting community leaders in economic development, the maritime industry, and local municipalities to a two-day event focused on growing Ohio’s river economy and strengthening collaboration between industry and state leaders.
Read More: https://bit.ly/4dBsaMG

05/19/2026

OVRDC was pleased to participate in today's ARC Area Development training hosted by the Appalachian Regional Commission and the Ohio Governor's Office of Appalachia / Ohio Department of Development, hosted in Piketon, OH. The session provided helpful guidance on the program, application process, and strategies for developing competitive projects.

📰: ovrdc.org/2026/05/19/appalachian-regional-commission-and-ohio-department-of-development-hosts-training-in-ovrdc-region

05/18/2026

⏰ Deadline Extended!

The ARC Area Development Pre-App deadline has been extended to May 29, 2026.

If your community is considering a project that could benefit from ARC funding, now is the time to connect with OVRDC and learn more about the application process.

Learn more here ➡️

Address

73 Progress Drive
Waverly, OH
45690

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(740) 947-2853

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