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Buckeye Hills to Host Region-wide Town Hall Meetings
A town hall meeting is an informal public meeting where everybody in a county is invited to attend, voice their opinions and share ideas on how to work toward a better community, county and region. Join us for the town hall meeting in your area and let's talk!
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meigs county
nov. 17 · 6-8 p.m.
rio grande meigs campus
42377 charles chancey dr.
Pomeroy
washington county
dec. 9 · 6-8 p.m.
buckeye hills office
1400 pike st. · marietta
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Development
DATA CENTER UPDATE
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Sept. Ohio Unemployment Rates Down from August
Ohio's unemployment rate dropped slightly in September from August, according to the latest state figures. The state had an unemployment rate of 7.2 percent last month, compared to 7.4 percent in August, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services said in a report Friday. Ohio's unemployment rate was 5.7 percent in September 2007.
Rates in the region:
Athens: 7.7%
Hocking: 7.6%
Meigs: 10.5%
Monroe: 9.4%
Morgan: 10.6%
Noble: 9.2%
Perry: 8.3%
Washington: 5.8%
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General Policy Council Meeting Provides Updates
The semi-annual meeting of the Buckeye Hills General Policy Council was held Oct. 28 in Marietta. Featured speakers included Paul Kinghorn, Phyllis Bohning and Sharon Hopkins from The Ohio University Voinovich School of Leadership.
 Exec. Director Misty Casto was also pleased to honor U.S. Senator George Voinovich with the National Association of Development Organizations' Congressional Partnership Award. This honor recognizes Members of Congress who have demonstrated leadership in promoting Regional Community and Economic Development. Accepting the award was Brandon Kern of the SE Ohio Regional Office for Sen. Voinovich. Senator Voinovich was nominated for his work to Reauthorize the Appalachian Regional Commission. He helped secure $75 million for the ARC in the 2008 Energy and Water Development Appropriations bill. The funding was a $10 million increase over 2007 levels and a $10 million increase over the president's 2008 funding request. Sen. Voinovich led the effort for the increased funding.
Also at the meeting, those present honored the memory of our dear friend Mary Katheryn Daubenmier. Maryjoined her Lord on Oct. 9, 2008, following an extended illness. She was born Jan. 14,1928, in Marietta, Ohio. She was a 1946 graduate of Logan High School. She was a devoted wife to Bob Daubenmier, current Buckeye Hills Executive Committee Chairman.
Casto Appointed to Development District Association of Appalachia Board
 The Development District Association of Appalachia (DDAA) is a membership organization of 72 local development districts (LDDs) serving 410 Counties and their municipalities in the 13 state Appalachian Regional Commission service area. The DDAA works to strengthen LDDs and their member governments and to provide leadership to support the Appalachian Regional Commission's federal-state-local partnership. |
AAA8 Receives NADO 2008 Innovation Award
 The Buckeye Hills AAA8 received an Innovation Award from The National Assoc. of Development Organizations (NADO) at its annual meeting for implementing evidence-based health promotion programs. Shown above is AAA8 Director Rick Hindman receiving the award from NADO's First Vice President Leanne Mazer. Over 700 policy board members, executive directors, professional staff and strategic partners of the nation's regional development organizations attended NADO's Annual Conference, Oct. 3-7, in Anchorage, Alaska.
The Buckeye Hills AAA8 implemented Healthy IDEAS and Healthy U Evidence-Based Programs to provide screening and assessment, education for clients and caregivers, and referrals to health professionals and behavior modification components. Through the Area Agency on Aging a process and instruction models for implementation, documentation, timelines and a client tracking system were created. AAA8 integrated Healthy IDEAS into the Medicaid Waiver case management process across eight counties. As a result of these programs, 105 consumers were assessed; 22 were enrolled. 100 percent were reassessed and scored lower on the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) demonstrating program success. Eighteen percent of 105 clients scored 5+ on the GDS; 12 percent of those participated in therapy. One hundred percent of the consumers scoring 5+ had a reduced reassessment score. The GDS scale is 0-15 with 6+ triggering case management discussion around issues related to suicide prevention.
To date, "Healthy U" Lay Leaders have held six-session workshops and recruited participants. AAA8 estimates seven workshops serving a potential 105 individuals by the end of 2008.
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AROUND THE DISTRICT:
Athens County: Amesville Hosts Wastewater System Ribbon Cutting
 After more than six years of planning, the new Amesville "Clustered" wastewater project was marked by an official ribbon cutting ceremony in October. The project is the first of its kind in the state to receive a permit from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); it will serve 84 structures in Amesville. Several gathered as Amesville Village Council President John O'Donnell cut the "ribbon." (Photo courtesy of The Athens Messenger).
According to the Ohio EPA, Amesville's project is the first publicly owned wastewater system to receive a permit for separate 'cluster' treatment facilities to discharge at multiple locations. The Village of Amesville has become a model that other small communities can follow, showing how new systems with reduced construction costs can help allow affordable wastewater service to villages facing the high price tag for a traditional centralized system.
The overall project will include 9,500 linear feet of sewer line with three discharge locations. Contractor TAM Construction of Lancaster began the project work in late July.
Washington County: Closser Business Center Space Available
 The Appalachian Development Corporation and Buckeye Hills-Hocking Valley Regional Development District opened the Thomas A. Closser Business Center for regional business development. Located at 245 Millers Lane (CR 9) in Marietta, has space available for rent.
 The Closser Center has 12 leasable offices ranging from 99-209 square feet and is conveniently located near SR 7 and I-77. The two-story building has two conference rooms, storage space, kitchen area, four restrooms, and convenient parking. Secretarial Support, high speed Internet, phone and fax provided for a small fee. In addition to housing the Buckeye Hills Revolving Loan Fund Program, three additional businesses call the Center home: Accessible Home Concepts, North America Recycling, LLC, and T&M Construction.Call today for space and lease details: 740-374-9436. |
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 AAA8 to Host Choices Expo: Living Healthy, Wealthy & Wise at the Marietta Comfort Inn - Nov. 12 & 13
 The Area Agency on Aging will host the second annual Choices Expo at the Marietta Comfort Inn on Weds., Nov. 12 from 1-8 p.m. and Thurs., Nov.13 from 8a.m. to 1p.m.
Young and old, baby boomers and members of the greatest generation from across the region are encouraged to attend - it is never too early to begin creating a life-long plan. Participants will enjoy a wealth of information about healthy lifestyles, long-term care options, caregiver services, basic health screenings, workshops about retirement planning and much moreContinued thanks to Expo Title Sponsor, Senior News.
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| Ohio RCAP Presents Management for Local Officials Board Training Series Courses Offered
Developed in conjunction with The Ohio EPA and recommended for mayors, clerks, board members, council members, administrators and operators, the Ohio RCAP presents:
- Utility Management for Local Officials
- Financial Management for Local Officials
The first two courses are offered this fall at various locations across the state. The courses are provided at NO COST to participants by the Ohio EPA Division of Drinking and Ground Waters. If you are interested, register at www.glrcap.org/ohio or call 800-775-9767. Directions and additional information available at www.glrcap.org/ohio. | |
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