FOSTORIA FLAG FUND
Community Patrons formally launched a fund raising campaign to install a lighted 80-foot tall brushed satin finish aluminum flagpole that will fly a beautiful 20′ by 30′ American Flag here in Fostoria. The proposed site will be at the top of Mid-block underpass in the center of the three-point “Fostoria” sign.
Positive and patriotic, patrons are asking for your financial support for this project. Timeline for this outstanding landmark: Installation and dedication ~ June, 2012. Please contact our office today for addition information on how you can be involved. 419-435-7789
Thank You Greater Fostoria Community Foundation
On behalf of the Fostoria Mentoring Program, the Fostoria Economic Development Corporation would like to thank the Greater Fostoria Community Foundation for making the mentoring program a recent recipient of a $1000 grant. We appreciate their support of this highly worthwhile program as the program relies solely on grants and private funding.
The Fostoria Mentoring Program pairs adult volunteers with Fostoria City School students who are considered at-risk. Mentoring can be a powerful tool for helping at-risk youth to realize their potential. Caring adults who are willing to offer local youth their friendship, support, advice and example can be a driving force for these young people to achieve their dreams.
Anyone interested in becoming a mentor, making a financial contribution or simply learning more about the mentoring program is invited to call Fostoria Economic Development Corporation at 419-435-8727.
Thank you again Greater Fostoria Community Foundation for your support!
Clean Ohio Revitalization Fund Grant
Notice of public meeting and Information repository for a
Clean Ohio Revitalization Fund Grant
The City of Fostoria is applying for a grant from the Clean Ohio Revitalization Fund for a clean up of the IAR Land Fostoria LLC property, formerly known as the ThyssenKrupp property, located at 901S. US Route 23, Fostoria, Oho 44830.
The application will be available for review at the Kaubisch Memorial Public Library, located at 205 Perry Street on January 20, 2012 until March 14, 2012.
A public meeting to discuss and solicit comments for the grant application will be held at 4:30 p.m.m on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at the Kaubisch Memroial Public Library, located at 205 Perry Street.
Application information is also availabe online at: www.fostoriaweb.com
Any questions may be referred to Mayor Eric Keckler at (419) 435-8282.
Office Hours
The Fostoria Economic Development Corporation’s Office will be closed on:
Friday – December 30, 2011
Monday – January 2, 2012
We will reopen on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 8:30a.m.
Happy New Year from your friendly staff at FEDC!
Merry Christmas!
FEDC would like to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season and best wishes for 2012!
Todays Spotlight on Business
Did you know Fostoria’s Affordable Pond and Well Service provides:
- Sales and Service On Most Brands Of Water Softeners and Backwashing Filters
- Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Systems
- Pond Water Treatment Systems
- Aquatic Herbicides, Algaecides and Microbial Treatments
- Fountains and Bottom Aerators
- Pond Filter Change/System Check Package Deals
- Well Pumps and Pressure Tanks
- Small Plumbing and Residential Handy Work
Call or visit them today!
Phone: 419-701-7133
2011 Business Roundtable
State Representative Robert Sprague (R) speaks as fellow Representatives Rex Damschroder (left) and Randy Gardner wait to address a group of Fostoria professional at the 2011 Business Roundtable Friday morning. The event, hosted by the Fostoria Economic Development Corporation and Roppe Corporation invited local business leaders to address and ask questions about legislative issues and how public policy affects their ability to do business within the community.
Topics included state-wide employment issues, Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, Transportation and Safety, and future roadway and infrastructure improvements.
FEDC would like to thank our Representatives for coming to Fostoria and being part of the Business Roundtable ~ Very good discussion. Our hope is that by sharing these areas of concern, we can collectively work to improve Ohio programs and services, which in turn will serve as a catalyst for new capital investments and job growth in our great State.
*photo compliments of Allison Wingate (Review Times)
Jones Road Railroad Grade Separation Ribbon Cutting
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District Two cordially invites you to attend a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of the Jones Road Railroad Grade Separation project, scheduled for Wednesday, November 15, 2011 at 10:30am at Jones Road, just north of Main Street.
A ceremony will be held to mark the opening of the Jones Road overpass. The ribbon cutting represents years of planning and a dedicated partnership between ODOT, the City of Fostoria and Seneca county. The newly built bridge over the CSX line will allow truck and passenger traffic to move efficiently through one of the busiest industrial areas in the City of Fostoria.
This project eliminates the at-grade intersection and allows both rail and roadway traffic to flow consistently and safely. Please join us as we celebrate this historical day for the City of Fostoria and Northwest Ohio.
Jones Road Grade Separation Project
With the overpass is 98.9% complete, watch for upcoming information on the ceremonial Ribbon Cutting and grand opening of the roadway.
Finishing touches were postponed slightly due to heavy rains however our office anticipates the opening will take place around November 11.
Our office will provide additional details once we get the go-ahead from the Ohio Department of Transportation.
Fostoria Mentoring Program Appreciations
Fostoria Mentoring Program Appreciations
The Fostoria Mentoring Program and the Fostoria Economic Development Corporation would like to thank the following organizations and businesses for all of their support. These businesses allow weekly release time for their employees to meet with Fostoria City School students to guide them both educationally and socially. We appreciate their participation in promoting the success of the FMP:
First Federal Bank, First Ohio Credit Union,
Fostoria City Schools, ProMedica Fostoria Community Hospital, Fostoria Review Times, Geary Family YMCA, Good Shepherd Home, Kaubish Public Library, KeyBank, Keystone Foods, Kiwanis,
Melody Road / Rodan and Fields Dermatologists,
Mennel Milling, Roppe Corporation, Seneca Millwork, Inc.,
University of Findlay, and Whitta Construction.
The Fostoria Mentoring Program would also like to thank the Fostoria McDonald’s for hosting our fundraiser on October 13th along with all the patrons who made purchases and the mentors who gave their time to make the night a success! We also thank the following for their contributions to this fundraiser: Great Scot, K-Mart, Save-A-Lot, and the BGSU Visual Communications and Technology Department. We could not continue this worthwhile program without the generosity of these businesses and support of the Fostoria community. Thank you!
For more information on the Fostoria Mentoring Program, including how to become a mentor, please call the Fostoria Economic Development Corporation office at 419-435-7789.
