The NOACA Report offers a monthly in-depth discussion on pressing issues and opportunities for building equitable and livable communities throughout Northeast Ohio. Hear about the overall implementation efforts for integrating social equity into transportation and environment planning decisions that will increase accessibility to land use, housing, health, workforce mobility and infrastructure investments.

In this Episode, listen to Part II of our discussion,  “Exploring Investment Opportunities for an Equitable Northeast Ohio”.  The historic $1.2 trillion bipartisan bill,  Infrastructure Investment Jobs Act (IIJA),  presents tremendous opportunities for Northeast Ohio as a large share of funds will go to a variety of programs such as roads, bridges, highways, broadband, water projects and economic development opportunities for the growth of our region.  Our host Grace Gallucci, NOACA's Executive Director & CEO will discuss the comprehensive economic development strategies (CEDS) for Northeast Ohio.

Joining the discussion is Lake County Commissioner and NOACA’s Board President John Hamercheck, Fred Abousleman, President at A/R360 Consultants, LLC, Natasha Cresap, Economic Development Specialist at Lorain County Ohio Government, Patrick Mohorcic, Director of Public Finance and Chief Financial Officer at Lake Development Authority.

Learn more about eNEO2050 and how this comprehensive planning approach will enhance the region’s competitiveness and increase its resilience to support regional