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Regional planning rep outlines population gains, grants and passenger‑rail study affecting Knox County
Summary
A Central Ohio regional council representative told Knox County commissioners the 15‑county area added a net 23,000 people in 2024 and that Knox County saw roughly 500 net new residents; the presenter highlighted upcoming capital grants, a passenger‑rail study now in the state rail plan, and technical assistance available to local governments.
A representative of the Central Ohio regional council delivered a detailed update to the Knox County Board of Commissioners about demographic trends, grant cycles and regional transportation planning.
"We added 23,000 more people moving in than moved out" across the 15‑county region in 2024, the presenter said, and for Knox County he reported about a 500‑person net in‑migration over the prior year. The presenter emphasized that the council provides technical capacity to local governments, including mapping and…
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