Economic Development Foundation update draws questions about $110,000 county contract
The Stark County Economic Development Foundation outlined projects and workforce efforts but faced sustained council questioning after staff said county contributions total $110,000 and account for roughly 80% of activity; council asked for audited financials and clearer accounting.
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A presenter from the Stark County Economic Development Foundation (S12) summarized the group's work from January through July — projects in the industrial park, workforce and CDL training placements, small-business workshops, and the Start Tank competition — and noted organizational changes, a new two-year county contract and several regional partnerships. "Project Lindback... soil borings and water testings are being conducted," the presenter said while detailing active site work.
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