AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHousing & Community Development: Gov. Mike DeWine announced more than $26.9M in Welcome Home Ohio grants to expand safe, affordable housing across 57 counties, with a list of 25 counties still waiting on funds. Data Centers & Local Control: Hubbard approved a 12-month data center moratorium after residents raised concerns, while Ohio also approved a new $42.3M tax exemption for two Columbus-area data center projects—just as the state pauses similar incentives amid rising scrutiny. Energy & Utilities: Penelec customers in Pennsylvania saw higher electricity supply pricing starting June 1, with an estimated 6% monthly bill impact. Manufacturing & Jobs: DeWine announced OPmobility’s Rossford exterior-parts plant, targeting 541 full-time-equivalent jobs and $40M in annual payroll by 2030. Public Services & Governance: Youngstown council will consider up to $130K to study SOBE Thermal Energy’s long-term viability as steam-heat costs and reliability come under pressure. Agriculture & Food Systems: OEFFA launched its 2026 Farm Tour Series, adding public farm and soil-health events across Ohio. Local Business Impact: Georgetown’s downtown construction relief program will ease utility-payment burdens for affected businesses and residents. Sports Broadcasting Policy: House Judiciary leaders asked NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to testify June 10 on the Sports Broadcasting Act and whether it’s harming consumers.
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