Greene County Department of Development

06/05/2026

More community partners are joining the upcoming Community Resource Fair on Wednesday, June 17 from 1:00-5:00 PM at Shawnee Park in Xenia!

Hosted in partnership with the Housing Coalition of Greene County, Greene County Department of Development, Greene Metropolitan Housing Authority, City of Xenia Government, and other local organizations, this free event brings together agencies and service providers from across Greene County. Sponsored by altafiber and Kettering Health.

Come enjoy the afternoon with us, connect with local organizations, discover valuable resources, and learn about services available throughout Greene County. Whether you're looking for assistance, information, volunteer opportunities, or simply want to meet the people working to strengthen our community, there's something for everyone.

Additional participating organizations include:

Greene County Animal Care and Control ❁ Greene County Archives ❁ Greene Giving ❁ Greene County Public Health ❁ Greene County Veteran Services ❁ Her Story, Inc. ❁ Hope Spot ❁ Housing Solutions of Greene County, Inc. ❁ James Edwards Magic ❁ Jeremiah Tree ❁ Miami Valley Community Action Partnership - Donnellan Shelter ❁ NAMI Clark, Greene, & Madison Counties ❁ Ohio State - Greene County Extension Office ❁ Recovery Plus Community Resource Center ❁ SOS Ministries ❁ Thrive Peer Support ❁ White Light ❁ Greene County Public Library

We look forward to seeing you at Shawnee Park!

05/29/2026

Our PY25 CDBG project bids are live! We have 2 street improvement projects this cycle - Jefferson Township and Bath Township. Check the link below for more information. Note: There are mandatory pre-bid meetings for both Jefferson Township (June 11th at 9:30am) and Bath Township (June 11th at 10:45am).

Learn about current bid and contract opportunities available to consultants, service providers, contractors, vendors, or suppliers.

05/28/2026

Sealed bids will be received by the Board of County Commissioners of Greene County, Ohio, 35 Greene St., Xenia, OH 45385, until 11:00 AM, Tuesday, June 23, 2026. At such time, the bids will be opened and read aloud. All bids must be submitted in accordance with the requirements outlined in the instructions to bidders.

A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at 11:00 AM on June 12, 2026, at the Project site located at 141 W Xenia Avenue, Cedarville, Ohio 45314. Representatives from Patriot Engineering and Environmental, Inc. (Patriot), acting on behalf of Greene County, will be present to discuss the Project. The pre-bid meeting is mandatory. The entire structures proposed for internal demolition will be available for inspection from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Additional inspection time may be made available by appointment, subject to Greene County's approval.

Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes, properly identified with the Bidder's name, contact number, bid opening date, and a statement that it is a sealed bid covering the materials or services for which the bid is submitted.

Bids shall be addressed to:
Greene County Board of Commissioners
Former Applied Sciences Buildings
35 Greene St.
Xenia, OH 45385

Greene County reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to waive informalities or irregularities in the proposals received. The Contract award shall be based on a Best Value Selection for this project. As such, Greene County intends to use a selection process for services where total cost, as well as other non-cost factors, are considered in the evaluation, selection, and final award of this contract.

https://www.greenecountyohio.gov/bids.aspx?bidID=353

05/28/2026

Attention, Greene County residents!

05/28/2026

Looking for local resources, support services, or ways to get connected in the community? Join us on Wednesday, June 17 from 1:00-5:00 PM at Shawnee Park in Xenia for the upcoming Community Resource Fair hosted in partnership with the Housing Coalition of Greene County, Greene County Department of Development, Greene Metropolitan Housing Authority, City of Xenia Government, and other local organizations. Kona Ice sponsored by altafiber will be available and rental items for the event are provided by Kettering Health.

This is a great opportunity to meet face-to-face with agencies and service providers from across Greene County offering information, assistance, and community support - all in one place. Stop by, ask questions, make connections, and enjoy an afternoon out with the community.

We hope to see you there!

Here are just a few of the organizations that will be present - stay tuned for more updates of additional participants:

Bridges of Hope ❁ City of Fairborn, Ohio - Municipal Government - Neighborhood Betterment ❁ City of Xenia Government - Fair Housing ❁ DeCoach Recovery Centre ❁ Family Promise of Greene County Ohio ❁ Five Rivers Health Centers ❁ Greene CATS Public Transit

05/21/2026

The Village of Jamestown - Village Offices has been awarded a $31,150 Community Investment Grant through the Board of County Commissioners.

These funds will support the engineering and design phase for a potential critical water main replacement and loop project serving the East Xenia Street and Homestead Street corridor to Old U.S. Route 35.

This important first step toward long-term infrastructure improvements will directly benefit Jamestown residents by:
- Supporting future development opportunities
- Attracting private investment
- Reducing service disruptions
- Increasing emergency fire protection

This project will help position Jamestown to compete for development opportunities at both the local and state levels while continuing to invest in public health, safety, and overall quality of life.

Pictured left to right: Jason Foster (Development Director - Greene County Department of Development), Kristie Tidd (Development Manager - Greene County Department of Development), and Brian Payton (Village Administrator - Village of Jamestown)

05/21/2026

📢 Holiday Office Closure Notice 🇺🇸

The Greene County Department of Development will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.

We honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Our office will reopen during normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26.

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

05/01/2026

If you weren’t able to join us for this year’s Annual Report to the Community, no worries - we’ve got you covered.

We’ve shared the full program so you can catch up on the achievements of the Department of Development, our partner organizations, programs, local businesses, nonprofits, and the many teams and individuals helping Greene County to excel.

A special shoutout to Rachel Graham and Anastasia Reis of the Greene County Career Center’s Digital Design and Development Program for their outstanding work on this year’s program design. Their creativity and attention to detail truly elevated the presentation and helped bring the story to life.

Take a look and help us recognize the progress happening across Greene County! ✈

04/28/2026

The Greene County Annual Report to the Community, held on April 22, was a tremendous success as we came together to celebrate the accomplishments, partnerships, and people that continue to move Greene County forward.

The Greene County Department of Development highlighted major accomplishments from 2025, including the administration of critical grant programs supporting housing rehabilitation, lead-safe initiatives, brownfield remediation, demolition projects, infrastructure improvements, business retention, and continued progress toward the County’s “One-Stop Shop” permitting process overhaul. Looking ahead to 2026, the Department shared plans to continue expanding grant opportunities, strengthen workforce and economic development partnerships, advance the Greene Regional Business Park, and further invest in local businesses and communities through strategic programs and initiatives.

Many thanks to David Deskins and the staff and students at Greene County Career Center for hosting the event and assisting with event planning, catering, program design, and much more.

We also extend our appreciation to 88th Air Base Wing Commander Colonel Dustin Richards and Chief Master Sergeant Tessa Fontaine for providing an update on the incredible work and impact of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, and to Micah North, President and CEO of Resonant Sciences, for showcasing the cutting-edge research, innovation, and technological development happening right here in Greene County.

Congratulations to this year’s E.J. Nutter Award winner and Achievers:

🏆 E.J. Nutter Award
• Carol Graff

👏 Achievers
• Beavercreek High School Men's Cross Country Team – 2025 State Champions
• Brian Forschner – American Planning Association Ohio Chapter’s Comprehensive Plan Award
• Cedarville University Forensic Team – Top Honors at the Pi Kappa Delta Honor Society Tournament
• Chandler Steele – 2nd at the Yo-Yo National Championship & 3rd in the 1A Freestyle Division at the World Yo-Yo Contest
• Cedarville University Supermileage Team – 1st Place at the 2025 Shell Eco-Marathon Americas in the prototype vehicle design category
• Steve Harris – Inducted into the Ohio Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame
• Juli Burnell – Ellie's Rainy Day Fund
• Rhett Rohrer – Environmental Award recipient from the Greater Dayton Partners for the Environment

Thank you to all of the community members, partners, organizations, and leaders who joined us to celebrate the incredible work taking place across Greene County. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!

02/04/2026

📢 Request for Proposals – Rehabilitation Specialist & Lead Risk Assessor Services
The Greene County Department of Development is seeking qualified professionals to provide Rehabilitation Specialist and Lead Risk Assessor services in support of our:
FY25 Community Housing Impact & Preservation (CHIP) Program
and the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
These services will assist in implementing federally funded housing rehabilitation programs that help preserve and improve housing for eligible residents throughout Greene County.
Proposal Deadline: March 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM
📍 Greene County Department of Development, 61 Greene Street, Xenia, OH 45385
Sealed proposals must be properly identified and submitted by the deadline to the above address.
Full proposal details and documents are available on the Greene County bid page:
🔗 https://www.greenecountyohio.gov/Bids.aspx
Projects are funded through the Ohio Department of Development – Community Services Division, Office of Community Enhancements, utilizing Community Development Block Grant and HOME funds.
Greene County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages qualified firms to submit proposals.
For questions, please contact:
Jackson Mescher - Economic Development Coordinator
📧 [email protected]

Learn about current bid and contract opportunities available to consultants, service providers, contractors, vendors, or suppliers.