Officials report progress at Advanced Manufacturing Center; Butler Tech and Miami University partnership highlighted
Aug 18, 2026
Commissioners heard an update on the ARPA‑funded Advanced Manufacturing Center: staff reported strong enrollment (roughly 200–265 Butler Tech students plus Miami University participants), positive visits from state and federal staff, and plans for potential capital reserve funding in the 2027 operating budget.
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Commissioners asked for an update on the Advanced Manufacturing Center, the largest single ARPA-funded project in the county. Butler Tech representatives described strong engagement: roughly 200–265 Butler Tech students (with Miami University students also participating), visits from the state board of education and congressional staff, and ongoing work to align training with employer needs.
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