Lt. Gov Jon Husted (Left), Gov. Mike DeWine (Right) | X
Lt. Gov Jon Husted (Left), Gov. Mike DeWine (Right) | X
New development projects in Stark County are expected to bring 60 new jobs and over $3.96 million in new payroll, according to an announcement by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted.
Ohio Gratings, Inc. is expanding its operations in Perry Township. The company, known for designing and manufacturing metal grating and floor products used in various applications, is expected to create 60 full-time jobs and generate $3.96 million in new payroll.
To support the expansion, TCA approved a 1.339%, seven-year Job Creation Tax Credit.
The Ohio Tax Credit Authority announced at its monthly October meeting 6 new economic development proposals. These proposals were brought by JobsOhio, a private economic development corporation that advocates for businesses in the state of Ohio. These new projects are expected to bring $1.1 Billion in investment, $24 million in new payroll, 415 new jobs, and retain 1,118 jobs statewide.
"This week on Ohio Means Jobs: 165,475 jobs posted, 110,156 jobs pay over $50,000 per year, 31,276 jobs pay over $50,000 per year and don't require a college degree," Husted highlighted in a recent post on X. Ohio Means Jobs is a division of the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
Jon Husted was adopted and raised in Northwest Ohio's Williams County. He earned multiple degrees from the University of Dayton. He previously served as vice president at the Dayton-Area Chamber of Commerce before joining public service.
Husted has served as Ohio Secretary of State and House Speaker. First elected Lt. Governor in 2018, he was reelected in 2022. Husted and his wife Tina have three children.
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