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 Greater Findlay business growth ranked
eleventh in U.S. for micropolitan communities
Ohio wins 2009 Governor’s Cup
Findlay, Ohio has been ranked eleventh
Blanchard Valley Hospital is the 2010 recipient of the HealthGrades Joint
Replacement Excellence AwardTM for the 2nd year in a row.
best micropolitan community in the U.S. for
new and expanding facilities for 2009 by
(l. tor.) Jennifer Campos RN, Lisa Butler RN,
Site Selection magazine, the official publi-
Orthopedic Surgeon James Davidson MD,
cation of the Industrial Asset Management
Laura Rodriquez PT, and Bethany Ward RN.
Council. The magazine ranked 674 of the
nation’s micropolitan areas, cities of 10,000
to 50,000 people which cover at least one
county. The Greater Findlay region has been
placed in Site Selection’s Top 20 for 11 con-
secutive years, every year since ranking sys-
tem was created, and has moved up from its
12th place ranking last year.
In addition, the State of Ohio claimed
the 2009 Governor’s Cup with 381 projects,
after claiming the 2008 Cup with 503 proj-
ects. This is Ohio’s fourth consecutive Gov-
ernor’s Cup and its fifth in seven years.
“Findlay-Hancock County is proud to
again be ranked as one of the top micropo-
litan communities in the United States, and
to contribute to Ohio’s success in winning
the 2009 Governor’s Cup Award,” said Ray
De Winkle, GreaterFindlayInc. President
and CEO. “We are grateful for the efforts of
our community’s business and public sector
leaders as well as our economic development
partners that strive to make Greater Findlay
Blanchard Valley Hospital's orthopedic program has received the
highest five-star ratings from HealthGrades for joint replacement,
total knee replacement, and total hip replacement in 2010.
Our orthopedic specialists are helping people regain mobility with
award-winning care. We offer the latest procedures for your joints,
so you can get back to doing the things you love.
For an information packet about our award-winning orthopedic
613 south main street
program, call 419.423.5551.
findlay, ohio 45840
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a great place to live, work and play.”
GreaterFindlayInc. compiled and sub-
mitted several projects that met Site Selec-
tion’s qualifying criteria. Among those that
qualified were the retention of 1,000 jobs at
Cooper Tire & Rubber, a Whirlpool plant
consolidation and Dow Chemical’s deci-
sion to expand its product line to include the
manufacture of films for use in the solar en-
ergy field, an $8 million project. Addition-
ally, TH Plastics expanded to a new location
in Findlay, and Home Depot approved plans
to build a new 657,600 sq. ft. warehouse and
distribution center that will create 300 jobs,
and is valued at $23.5 million.
“GreaterFindlayInc. has worked hard to
streamline its efforts and enhance its focus
on economic development throughout the
region,” said John Haywood, GFI Chairman
of the Board. “GreaterFindlayInc. is grateful
for the work of the business partners, facili-
ties managers, board members and regional
workforce that promote the Greater Findlay
community. We wouldn’t be where we are
without them.”
For more information, please contact
GreaterFindlayInc. at 419-422-3313 or visit
www.greaterfindlayinc.com.
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Hancock County… a geographical loca-
tion that is ideal for family life and busi-
ness!
For visitors and residents alike, the
convenience of Interstate 75 along with a
system of State Routes and U.S. Route 224
makes travel to Toledo, Dayton, Columbus,
Cincinnati or Detroit quick and easy to
accomplish.
Travelers and visitors to the Findlay
area are served by the Findlay Airport as
well as Tiffin Aire in Tiffin, Ohio. A $1.92
million grant was recently approved by
the Federal Aviation Administration for
The growth and revitalization within
the Main Street area of Findlay makes it
one of America’s best small towns and an
industrial growth area. Thriving with busi-
ness and activities, Main Street is divided
into three separate yet entwined districts,
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Htaxiway improvements at the Findlay
Airport. The grant monies will resurface
the existing taxiway as well as extend the
airport’s east-west taxiway.
Additional features of Hancock County’s
transportation system include: dozens of
trucking firms that provide inter and intro-
state cargo delivery service; three of the
nation’s overnight package delivery services
maintain operations in Hancock County;
freight rail service is available through
Norfolk & Southern and CSX; deep-water
shipping is available for international busi-
nesses via ports at nearby Lake Erie.
Main Street Scene
designated by a distinct banner: The River
District is the entertainment section of
the downtown, while The Gaslight District
includes areas where businesses and shops
are primarily located. The Civic District
encompasses government offices and other
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Real Estate
Hancock County offers a wonderful
variety of quality construction in the new
home, commercial and industrial areas. If
a more rural or historical setting is appeal-
ing, look no further than the village areas
surrounding Findlay, or tour South Main
Street, with its expansive array of historical
residences.
Real estate growth continues through-
out Hancock County with work beginning
on Deer Landing and Van Buren Trace. On
the east side of Findlay, planning has started
on the Sturbridge Colony. Additional
homes with a variety of floor plans and
agencies related to public service.
Specialty shopping and multicultural res-
taurants, as well as community outdoor
events are part of the Main Street Scene.
Graceful, renovated buildings are also
located within the historic downtown area,
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price ranges can be found at The Palms,
Deer Run Estates, The Woods at Hillcrest,
Hillcrest Estates, Lakeview Park Estates,
Red Hawk Run, Forest Lake, StoneBridge
Estate, Country Side, Krystal Ridge, Winter
Woods, Hunters Creek, Hunters Ridge,
Southridge Estate, Apple Tree Grove,
The Point at Brookstone, The Woods at
Burberry, Liberty Dold Farms, Eagle Estates
and other developments. If condominium
or apartment living is a preference, many
options are available through-out Hancock
County, including New York-style loft
apartments located in downtown Findlay.
including The Rawson Building, known as
the “most wired” historic building in north-
west Ohio. The Rawson Building provides
space for high-tech and retail businesses as
well as eight loft-style apartments.
Owens Community College
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Agriculture is one of the leading 300,000 acres being farmed with the per acre increased. The quality for the corn harvest of 12,027,600 bushels.
growth industries in Hancock County. majority of farms producing corn, soy- soybean yield was rated “good,” with Soft, red winter wheat yielded a total
There are approximately 1,150 farms beans and wheat. The past year saw an average of 43 bushels per acre. Corn harvest of 2,765,248 bushels.
throughout the county and more than fewer soybeans planted but the yield quality was also rated “good” with a Traditional agriculture is not the only
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Hancock County
Established: Act - April 1, 1820
2004 Population: 73,602 Better Solutions For A
Land Area: 531.4 square miles
County Seat: Findlay City Greener Bottom Line.
Named for: John Hancock, signer of the
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Area Attractions Sidney Office Muncie Office Lima Office

A community vision was realized in 2006 with the 840 S. Vandemark Rd. 3100 E. County Road 350N 800 Buckeye Rd.
opening of the Hancock County Welcome Center. Sidney, Ohio 45365 Muncie, Indiana 47303 Lima, Ohio 45804
As part of the Hancock County Convention and 937.498.2357 765.284.1594 419.222.1109
Visitors Bureau, the facility includes CVB offices, a
small conference room in addition to the Welcome
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Center. Within the Welcome Center area are various
brochure displays including hotels, bed & breakfasts,
restaurants, shopping, attractions, maps, and other
informational pieces to enhance and accommodate a
visitor’s stay in Hancock County. The goal of the CVB
and Welcome Center has been to establish better vis-
Greater Findlay.
ibility and a stronger presence for visitors as well as
residents of our community. With over 300 hospitality Greater Opportunities.
businesses in Hancock County, the Welcome Center There are many compelling reasons why seventeen
provides an invaluable service: bringing the Greater Fortune 500 companies have selected to build
Findlay area to one location. Above: With the recent
9,000 square foot addition to the Virginia B. Gardner their business in the Greater Findlay region.
Fine Arts Pavilion on The University of Findlay campus,
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in such art. The collection contains more than 1,000 For a decade, Greater Findlay, Ohio has ranked
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whether they are golfing on one of the eight public golf
courses, visiting one of our numerous attractions or
specialty shops, or choosing from a variety of lodging
or satisfying dining experiences. With over 300,000
plus visitors each year, Hancock County continues to
be an ideal place to live, work, play and visit.
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With over 6,496 students, the Findlay
City School system provides nine elemen-
tary buildings, three middle schools and a
comprehensive high school. In addition,
Millstream Career and Technology Center
vocation school helps serve the needs of
Findlay High School students as well as stu-
dents from 13 surrounding school districts.
As is evident in awards and recognitions, the
Findlay/ Hancock School district continues
to recognize that education is the corner-
stone of the future: Geoff Hill, fifth grade
student at Lincoln Elementary, earning the
right to compete in the National Geographic
Ohio Geography Bee; Golden Apple honors
for Findlay City School teachers; the Findlay
High School “We The People” team earning
a state championship title; Coty Hendricks,
Findlay High School, earning a perfect score
on the Level 3 National German Exam - the
only student in the state of Ohio to achieve
this score; exemplary sport seasons for FHS
Lady Trojans (21-5) and Boys Basketball
team (21-4).
There are several private schools that
are an alternative to public schools. In 2004,
Faith Academy of Findlay relocated to the
Greater Findlay area. Established in 1971,
Faith Academy is an interdenominational pre
K-8th Grade Christian School. For over 100
years, St. Wendelin’s Catholic School has
provided quality education to an enrollment
of approximately 405 in elementary grades
and 218 in grades 9-12. Education for stu-
dents with specific special needs is offered
by Blanchard Valley School.
In 2006, the St. Michael’s School moved
into a new facility now known as the
St. Michael the Archangel School and
Formation Center. Located on the east
side of Findlay, it contains the original
primary school plus an additional 70,000
square feet of new construction; a total
size of 110,000 square feet. The school
provides education for preschool students
through eighth grade.
The Ohio Department of Education has
provided each school district in the state
with a “Report Card” rating their perfor-
mances for the 2005-2006 school year
in relation to 25 performance indicators.
Three school systems in Hancock County,
the Arcadia Local Schools, the Liberty-
Benton Local Schools, and the Van Buren
Local Schools, achieved EXCELLENT rat-
ings. Only 31% of the school districts in the
state achieved this highest ranking for the
2005-2006 Report Card.
Opportunities exist throughout each
school system that promotes athletics,
theatre, music, interest in the arts as
well as academically-based activities. The
Greater Findlay educational system is truly
a community partnership that fosters an
environment of on-going learning that pre-
pares each student for a happy and exciting
future.
In the Fall of 2005, Owens Community
College marked a milestone in the insti-
tution’s academic history by opening a
new $17.7 million Findlay-area campus.
Owens’ education center provides an
array of academic resources, highlighted
by 38 advanced technology classrooms,
27 technical and computer laboratories,
and student services areas. Included in the
new student services areas are a Bursar’s
Office, Records Office, Financial Aid Office
and Enrollment Services Office, as well
as a grant-funded Child Care Center. In
March 2007, Owens continued to invest
in the future of higher education within
the Northwest Ohio region by formerly
dedicating a new $4.2 million Community
Education and Wellness Center.
Owens’ Findlay-area campus is home to
more than 100 degree and certificate pro-
gram areas. Among the academic program
offerings available to students are arts and
sciences, business and information technol-
ogy, health sciences, technology, public
safety and emergency preparedness and
skilled trades.
Findlay College was founded in 1882 by
the citizens of the city of Findlay and the
Churches of God General Conference.
The institution changed its name to The
University of Findlay in 1989 to reflect
the dynamic growth in enrollment and
the diversity of academic offerings avail-
able, including the addition of graduate
programs.
The University of Findlay has become
the largest private university in Northwest
Ohio, with a total enrollment of more than
4,700. Over 465 international students
from 30 countries are enrolled at The U of
F. With a progressive look to the future,
academic programs continue to be expand-
ed. In 2006, a doctor of pharmacy degree
was approved for pre-candidacy status by
the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy
Education, the first step in a three-step
process. The University acquired the for-
mer Findlay campus of Owens Community
College and renovated the 62,000 square
foot main facility to accommodate the
College of Education, the School of
Pharmacy and the biology program. In
addition, The University of Findlay has
been named a Best Midwestern College
for 2007 by the Princeton Review. UF was
also named a “College of Distinction” by
Student Horizons Inc. in 2005 and 2006,
and was recognized as one of “America’s
Best Private Colleges” for 2005 and 2006
by Institutional Research and Evaluation
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