Office of the Governor Press Releases

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced the appointment of Robert D. Rinfret to the Holmes County Common Pleas Court.

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and Lt. Governor Lee Fisher today sent the following letter to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson to press the need for a coordinated response to the Asian carp threat on Lake Erie and all the Great Lakes. 

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today appointed Steven Lesser as a commissioner of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio for a five-year term beginning April 11, 2010 and expiring April 10, 2015.

Columbus, Ohio--Governor Ted Strickland, Lisa Patt-McDaniel, Director of the Ohio Department of Development, and Mark Shanahan, energy advisor to Governor Strickland, today announced that 18 Ohio projects will receive more than $11.8 million in industry efficiency grant awards funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act's State Energy Program. The awards were announced today at Kovatch Castings, which will receive a $1 million grant for its project.

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement and a proclamation lowering flags to half-staff in honor of Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Andrew C. Baldridge.

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement regarding the Ohio legislature's bipartisan support for a renewal of the Ohio Third Frontier program.

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland released the following statement after meeting with President Barack Obama in the White House today.  The Obama Administration announced comprehensive steps to reduce America's reliance on foreign fuels and build a foundation for a new clean energy economy.

Columbus, Ohio--Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement regarding the pending application for executive clemency of Mark A. Brown:

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and First Lady Frances Strickland today announced Momentum 2010: Ohio Women's Summit, a statewide event to discuss and promote the status of Ohio women and girls in the areas of economics, education, and health.

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland joined U.S. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, state and local officials, and rail supporters from across the state to announce today that Ohio has received $400 million in federal stimulus resources to invest in passenger rail.

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today appointed Ernie L. Moore as Director of the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, effective February 1.

Columbus, OH--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today made the following statement on the passage of Senate Joint Resolution 8, the resolution allowing Columbus to change its casino site on the May ballot:

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today in his 2010 State of the State address that the Education Commission of the States (ECS) will honor Ohio as the winner of the 2010 Frank Newman Award for State Innovation.

In his 2010 State of the State Address, Governor Strickland outlined pragmatic solutions to address Ohio's immediate economic challenges without breaking the bank-- and how Ohio is laying a foundation for steady economic progress and a thriving middle class.  He believes there isn't a single thing wrong with Ohio that can't be fixed by what's right with Ohio.  Governor Strickland is:

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland, Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Thomas Moyer and state House and Senate leaders today announced the launch of an effort by the Council of State Governments (CSG) Justice Center and the State of Ohio to develop a data-driven strategy to reduce spending on corrections while improving public safety in Ohio.

Columbus, OH- Governor Ted Strickland and Lisa Patt-McDaniel, Director of the Ohio Department of Development, today announced the creation of 70 jobs and retention of 444 jobs in advanced energy manufacturing at DuPont's Circleville plant. DuPont will expand its next line of films used on photovoltaic solar panels, an investment that strengthens DuPont and Ohio as a leader in the advanced energy economy.

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today sent a letter to U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner urging quick federal action to help manufacturers and small businesses get access to much-needed credit, allowing them to stabilize their businesses and protect jobs.  The letter was sent jointly with Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle, Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm, Pennsylvania Governor Edward Rendell, North Carolina Governor Beverly Perdue, and Illinois Governor Pat Quinn.

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and Lt. Governor Lee Fisher today encouraged Ohioans to help in the international response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti:

Columbus, Ohio-Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Deborah Delisle today announced that Education Week's Quality Counts 2010 report ranked Ohio’s educational system fifth in the nation. Ohio’s overall grade was a "B-minus." Maryland, New York, Massachusetts and Virginia make up the remainder of the top five.

Columbus, OH--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland will be a keynote speaker at the EnergyBiz Leadership Forum, a gathering of national energy industry leaders and policy makers, on March 1 in Washington, D.C. 

Columbus, OH-- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown visited Project HIRE today to discuss the state and federal government's job retraining efforts in Cleveland. Project HIRE, a state recovery initiative created this past spring through American Recovery and Reinvestment Act's Workforce Investment Act funds, helps provide worker retraining programs and connects Ohio job seekers with potential employers. 

Columbus, Ohio--Governor Ted Strickland today recognized five organizations that will conduct green job training initiatives for Ohioans with funding announced today by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today the appointment of Frank Ardis, Jr. to the Mansfield Municipal Court.

Columbus, OH-Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced the State of Ohio was awarded a $1.8 million federal grant to help implement the Strickland Administration's plan to compile and map broadband availability in Ohio, including location, available speed and type of technology delivering the service.

Columbus, Ohio-Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today signed House Bill 318, House Bill 363 and Senate Bill 106.

Columbus, Ohio-Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today recognized Consolidated Electric Cooperative's (CEC) award of $2.4 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to construct a 166-mile broadband network in North Central Ohio. This award, a grant-loan combination, was made possible through assistance from Connect Ohio, the state's broadband initiative, and is a part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act's $7.2 billion broadband program.

Columbus, Ohio-The Ohio Judicial Appointments Recommendation Panel is currently accepting applications to fill a vacant seat on the Holmes County Common Pleas Court

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland has accepted the retirement decision from Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Director Terry Collins, effective January 31, 2010.

Columbus, OH--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement after achieving a bipartisan agreement on H.B. 318 with House Speaker Armond Budish, Senate President Bill Harris and Senate Minority Leader Capri Cafaro:

Columbus, OH--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement regarding President Obama's plan to revitalize American manufacturing, released today, and reinforced the urgency to support Ohio manufacturers by increasing access to credit and education and training for workers.

Columbus, OH--Governor Ted Strickland and Ohio Department of Development Director Lisa Patt-McDaniel today announced 12 Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit awards to owners planning to rehabilitate historic buildings throughout the state.

Columbus, OH--Governor Ted Strickland and Ohio Department of Development Director Lisa Patt-McDaniel today announced that six Ohio communities will receive $2.4 million to assist with the revitalization of their central business districts. 

Columbus, Ohio-Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today signed Senate Bill 93, which creates the War of 1812 Bicentennial Commission. 

Columbus, OH-- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and Ohio Air Quality Development Authority (OAQDA) Executive Director Mark Shanahan today announced seven new awards from the $150 million advanced energy portion of the Ohio Bipartisan Job Stimulus Plan. 

Columbus, Ohio-- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland, Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Director Doug Lumpkin and Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Eric Fingerhut today announced that the Strickland Administration has expanded unemployment compensation (UC) eligibility so that out-of-work Ohioans can continue to receive benefits while enrolled in full-time education and training programs.

Columbus, Ohio--The Ohio Judicial Appointments Recommendation Panel is currently accepting applications to fill a vacant seat on the Hamilton County Municipal Court.

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Robert Boggs today applauded the announcement that the Renewable Energy Institute International of Toledo will receive a $20 million grant through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).

Columbus, Ohio-- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Robert Boggs today applauded the announcement that the Renewable Energy Institute International of Toledo will receive a $20 million grant through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). 

Columbus, Ohio-- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland has issued the following proclamation in honor of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day and has ordered all state and federal flags at public buildings and grounds to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday.

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland signed an executive order this week that allows the Ohio Capital Fund to move forward with plans to refinance its existing debt obligations.

Columbus, Ohio--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland, Department of Development Director Lisa Patt-McDaniel, and Mark Shanahan, energy advisor to Governor Strickland, today announced that the U.S. Department of Energy has approved Ohio's proposal to use $11 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds for rebates to residential customers for select Energy Star qualified appliances.

Columbus, Ohio--Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement regarding the Ohio Parole Board's recommendation against executive clemency for Kenneth Biros:

Washington, D.C.--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today urged the U.S. International Trade Commission to support fair trade policies for U.S. and Ohio steel producers in testimony delivered before the Commission in Washington, D.C.

Cleveland, Ohio--Governor Ted Strickland today announced that 25 Ohio projects will receive more than $13 million in grant awards funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act's State Energy Program. 

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and Public Utilities Commission of Ohio Chairman Alan Schriber today applauded two Ohio projects that were awarded by the U.S. Department of Energy through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for Smart Grid demonstrations and energy storage projects.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced clemency decisions for 63 pending applications carried over from 2005 and 2006, and 233 applications recommended by the Ohio Parole Board in 2007.

Columbus, Ohio -- Below are Ohio Governor Ted Strickland's prepared remarks to "A Forum on Judicial Selection: A Time for Action" today.

Columbus, Ohio -- The U.S. Department of Labor announced on Thursday that $4.4 million in National Emergency Grant (NEG) funding has been awarded to Ohio to continue assisting workers that were affected when DHL Express eliminated its North American air and ground freight operations in Wilmington.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today congratulated Cristal Thomas, executive director of Ohio's Executive Medicaid Management Administration, on her appointment as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Region V Director.

Columbus, Ohio- The Ohio Judicial Appointments Recommendation Panel is currently accepting applications to fill a vacant seat on the Mansfield Municipal Court.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement regarding the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction's changes to the State's execution protocol:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today the appointment of Nadine Allen to the Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today congratulated The Ohio State University President Dr. E. Gordon Gee for ranking number one in Time magazine's list of "The 10 Best College Presidents."

Columbus, OH--Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today congratulated two Ohio companies that received more than $4.4 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding to research and develop technologies to produce biofuels, bioenergy and high-value biobased products.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland has issued the following statement in honor of the victims of the Fort Hood tragedy and has ordered all state flags at public buildings and grounds to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Tuesday, November 10, 2009.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today applauded President Barack Obama and the U.S. Congress for their support of legislation that extends unemployment compensation benefits for out-of-work Americans and continues a program that offers a federal tax credit for home buyers.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland, Ohio Department of Development Director Lisa Patt-McDaniel, Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Eric Fingerhut, and regional and local leaders today joined GE Aviation President and CEO David Joyce for an announcement of a $161 million investment at the company's global headquarters in Evendale near Cincinnati.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland, Lieutenant Governor Lee Fisher, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lisa Patt-McDaniel today applauded Alcoa's plans to invest more than $110 million at its Cleveland Works location, including refurbishing a 50,000-ton forging press vital to the production of the F35 Joint Strike Fighter.

West Chester, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and Ohio Department of Development Director Lisa Patt-McDaniel joined regional and business leaders in West Chester today to announce Intelligrated's expansion in three Ohio facilities that is expected to create 267 jobs and retain 537 jobs.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued a statement applauding President Barack Obama and the U.S. Congress for their support of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio rose to fourth in Site Selection magazine's annual state business climate rankings this year, up from seventh in 2008, and leads the Midwest in rankings taken from new plant construction data and a survey of site selectors. Ohio's jump in the ranking reflects the state's efforts to improve its business environment and create jobs for Ohioans.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland announced today the appointment of Keila Cosme to the 6th District Court of Appeals.  Cosme will be the first Hispanic American to serve on any of Ohio's 12 District Courts of Appeals.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today appointments to several state boards and commissions.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland, together with Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Eric D. Fingerhut, today announced Ohio's Centers of Excellence in advanced energy at a press conference at the Ohio Board of Regents.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today congratulated four Ohio projects that received more than $17.3 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy for advanced energy research. These projects were among $151 million in federal funding awarded to 37 major research projects nationwide from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

Columbus, Ohio -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced the availability of 13 new 30-second public service announcements (PSAs) for radio featuring 13 governors, including Ohio Governor Ted Strickland, and Sesame Street's Elmo.

Athens, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced a $100,000 Appalachian Regional Commission grant to Ohio University's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs to develop Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Assistance Services to Ohio's Appalachian businesses, communities and residents.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland announced today that the Partnership for 21^st Century Skills (P21) has designated Ohio as a Leadership State based on its demonstrated commitment to world class skills and knowledge in Ohio's education system.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement in response to the Ohio House of Representatives passage of the Education Funding Protection Act.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland, Lt. Governor Lee Fisher, Attorney General Richard Cordray and Treasurer Kevin Boyce today sent the following letter to members of the Ohio Congressional Delegation encouraging the creation of a Consumer Financial Protection Agency:

Columbus, OH -- Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement in response to the introduction of legislation in the Ohio House of Representatives to protect Ohio schools from $851 million in cuts by freezing income tax rates at the 2008 level.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Office of Budget and Management Director Pari Sabety today announced that Ohio has met the first federal reporting requirement for American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) loans, grants and contracts spending data.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today appointments to several state boards and commissions.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and Anne B. Pope, co-chairs of the 2009 Appalachian Regional Commission, today announced that James E. Rogers, chairman, president and CEO of Duke Energy, will provide the keynote address for the 2009 Appalachian Regional Commission fall conference. 

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following letter requesting the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio postpone First Energy's light bulb program:

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement regarding his decision to issue temporary reprieves of Thursday's and next month's scheduled executions to allow more time for a review of the lethal injection protocol in Ohio:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland released the following statement in response to the selection of Cleveland as host of the 2014 Gay Games:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement in response to the Ohio Supreme Court's referendum decision regarding video lottery terminals:

North Canton, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and representatives from Rolls-Royce Fuel Cell Systems Limited today announced the company's choice to expand their United States operations, consolidating Rolls-Royce Fuel Cell Systems Group global fuel cell research and development activities at the company's North Canton location.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement regarding the 6-1 decision by the Ohio Supreme Court in favor of the State in Ohio Grocers Association v. Levin:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today appointed Lisa Patt-McDaniel as Director of the Ohio Department of Development.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement on the House passage of HB 176, the Equal Housing and Employment Act, a bipartisan bill joint-sponsored by Rep. Dan Stewart (D-Columbus) and Rep. Ross McGregor (R-Springfield).

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement in response to President Barack Obama's decision to place tariffs on tires made in China.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today requested that the Ohio Lottery Commission change the age limit to 21 to play video lottery terminals or enter the VLT-designated playing area.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement regarding Honda of America Manufacturing's 30^th anniversary at its Marysville facility and its decision to produce the new Honda Accord Crosstour at its East Liberty plant.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland tonight released the following statement in response to President Barack Obama's address to a joint session of the U.S. Congress:

Dayton, OH -- Governor Ted Strickland and Department of Development Interim Director Lisa Patt-McDaniel joined other state and Dayton-area leaders today to announce the creation of the first Ohio Hub of Innovation and Opportunity. The Dayton Hub, an urban revitalization partnership, will catalyze the city and region's distinct aerospace and technology assets and drive sustainable growth for the community.

Columbus -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced health information technology efforts aimed at reducing health care costs and improving the quality of health care in Ohio.

Marysville, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and the ScottsMiracle-Gro Company, the world's leading marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden product, announced today that it is growing its 1,500-associate Marysville campus. Scotts is expanding its existing manufacturing plant and recently broke ground on a new office building to accommodate future growth.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today recommended Richard Murray as executive director of the Ohio School Facilities Commission contingent upon approval from the Commission today.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced the appointment of Cathy Collins-Taylor as the director of the Ohio Department of Public Safety.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland has accepted the resignations of Department of Public Safety Director Henry Guzman and Ohio State Highway Patrol Superintendent Colonel Richard "Butch" Collins. 

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland released the following statement in response to Vice President Joe Biden's announcement that the Obama Administration will invest over $11 million dollars in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act resources in the Ohio Advanced Transportation Partnership:

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today inducted 13 Ohio women into the Ohio Women's Hall of Fame at an event at the Ohio Statehouse.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement in response to the passing of U.S. Senator Ted Kennedy:

Columbus, Ohio -- The Ohio Judicial Appointments Recommendation Panel is currently accepting applications to fill a vacant seat on the 6th District Court of Appeals.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today appointments to several state boards and commissions.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced the selection of Dr. Venita Kelley as the governor's special representative for closing the achievement gap.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement in response to General Motors' decision to bring more than 1,000 Ohioans back to work in Lordstown:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today the appointments of William Mallory to the 1st District Court of Appeals and Robert Peeler to the Warren County Common Pleas Court.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today commended Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Director Doug Lumpkin and Ohio Medicaid Director John Corlett on setting a record for cost containment in managing the state's Medicaid program in fiscal year 2009. 

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement regarding the Ohio Parole Board's recommendation regarding executive clemency for Jason Getsy:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced the appointment of Kathleen Burke, a highly-regarded Ohio attorney, as the Ohio Lottery Commission executive director.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced that he has joined the bipartisan Governors Sportsmen's Caucus (GSC), a recently established group of sitting governors who are committed to protecting and promoting the interests and agenda of sportsmen and women and wildlife professionals in Ohio and across the nation.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced the establishment of the Ohio Auto Industry Support Council, a public-private partnership charged with assisting Ohio businesses, workers and communities to develop and implement coordinated strategies aimed at stabilizing and growing the auto industry.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today applauded the Obama administration for the announcement that two businesses, TOXCO, Inc. and BASF have Ohio projects that are among 48 across the country that will receive federal stimulus grants for advanced battery and electrical vehicle manufacturing.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland announced today the appointment of Deirdre Logan to the Dayton Municipal Court.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today signed an executive order that bans prone restraint across all state systems and sets specific policies for other types of physical restraints.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today appointments to several state boards and commissions.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland announced today the appointment of Jerry Larson to the Akron Municipal Court.

Columbus, OH -- Joined by the governors of seven other Midwest states, Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today signed a memorandum of understanding to coordinate regional efforts to secure federal funding for development of the Chicago Hub High-Speed Rail Corridor, including Ohio's 3C Passenger Rail Plan, at the Midwest High Speed Rail Summit in Chicago.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today signed the FY 2010-2011 biennial budget bill.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today announced the formation of a volunteer group of four former state lottery directors to provide recommendations for the implementation of video lottery terminals in Ohio's seven horse racetracks.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today signed HB 150.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement in response to the decision by the Ohio State University and Cuyahoga Community College to freeze tuition for a third consecutive year.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement regarding House and Senate passage of the state operating budget for fiscal years 2010-2011:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today signed a directive instructing the director of the Ohio Lottery to immediately begin taking actions to implement video lottery terminals at Ohio's seven race tracks, in keeping with the bipartisan budget agreement reached Friday.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland, Senate President Bill Harris and House Speaker Armond Budish agreed to a bipartisan balanced budget framework today.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement regarding the pending clemency application of John Fautenberry:

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement:

Columbus, Ohio - Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today the appointment of Michael Rench as the administrator of the Rehabilitation Services Commission (RSC). Rench will begin his service at RSC effective July 1.

Columbus, OH - Governor Ted Strickland today signed a seven-day interim budget to ensure critical state services continue at reduced funding levels.

Columbus, Ohio - Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement after a the legislature cancelled a scheduled conference committee for the second day in a row.

Columbus, Ohio - Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today offered the following remarks regarding the announcement that Shaquille O'Neal will join the Cleveland Cavaliers for the 2009-2010 season:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today welcomed the Obama administration's announcement that a portion of $5.9 billion in loans for Ford Motor Company to prepare factories for the manufacturing of advanced, fuel efficient cars will help three facilities in Ohio.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement in support of a comprehensive animal care amendment for the November 2009 ballot.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today is sharing with the House and Senate a proposal to balance the state's fiscal years 2010-2011 operating budget without a tax increase and lay the groundwork for jobs and economic growth.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland and U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu today announced that Ohio's plan for the Home Weatherization Assistance Program has been approved by the U.S. Department of Energy.  Approval of the plan authorizes the expenditure of 40 percent, or $106 million, of the state's approximately $266 million in Home Weatherization Assistance Program funding through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

Piketon, Ohio -- Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland today joined executives from Duke Energy, AREVA, USEC Inc., UniStar Nuclear Energy and the Southern Ohio Diversification Initiative (SODI) to announce the formation of an alliance to pursue the development of America's first clean energy park project at a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) site in Piketon, Ohio.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland on Monday signed Senate Bill 73.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Superintendent of Public Instruction Deb Delisle discusses the importance of education reform to prepare Ohio students for jobs in an increasingly global economy in Governor Ted Strickland's weekly Web video, released today.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland discusses the importance of revising student assessments in order to be relevant to a modern education system in his weekly video address released today.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and Ohio Air Quality Development Authority Executive Director Mark Shanahan today announced that a Perrysburg solar panel manufacturer and a clean coal power plant to be built along the Ohio River in Meigs County have been selected to receive the first two funding awards from the $150 million advanced energy portion of the Ohio Bipartisan Job Stimulus Plan.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement regarding the election of Deborah Cain as president, and Ann Womer Benjamin as vice president, of the Ohio Board of Education.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement on the passage of the Ohio Senate's version of the State Operating Budget for Fiscal Years 2010-2011:

Columbus, Ohio -- In his weekly video message on education reform, Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today discussed the courage necessary to say "yes" to modernizing our education system to meet the demands of an increasingly global and competitive economy.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today appointments to several state boards and commissions.

Columbus, Ohio -- Responding to a comparative analysis of the new Ohio Evidence-Based Model and the "per-pupil, weighted" student funding model, Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today called on those advocating for the per-pupil approach to address several fundamental concerns with that funding proposal. 

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced that Board of Regents Chancellor Eric Fingerhut is featured in this week's education reform Web video, which is available at www.ConversationOnEducation.org and www.youtube.com/ConversationOnEd.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today appointments to several state boards and commissions.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement:

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today announced that he has named Lisa Patt-McDaniel to serve as interim director of the Ohio Department of Development. McDaniel, who currently serves as the director of the department's workforce and talent division, begins her duties Monday.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland issued the following statement today in response to the State Board of Education's resolution of support for the Governor's education reform plan.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today launched his first video address on education reform, which is available at www.ConversationOnEducation.org and on YouTube at www.youtube.com/ConversationOnEd. These sites will be updated regularly with messages from the Governor and others on specific components of his education reform and funding plan.

Columbus, Ohio -- The Ohio Education Association, the Ohio Federation of Teachers and the Ohio Council of Teachers of Mathematics have announced their support of Ohio Governor Ted Strickland's education reform and funding plan.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement in response to Tax Commissioner Rich Levin's analysis of April tax revenues and the Office of Budget and Management's estimate that an additional budget shortfall may exceed $900 million in the current fiscal year:

Columbus, Ohio -- Below are Ohio Governor Ted Strickland's prepared remarks to the Columbus Metropolitan Club today.

Columbus, Ohio -- The Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) has announced its support for Ohio Governor Ted Strickland's education reform and funding plan as passed by the Ohio House of Representatives in Sub. House Bill 1.

The Coalition of Rural and Appalachian Schools (CORAS) has announced its support for Ohio Governor Ted Strickland's education plan as modified by the Primary and Secondary Education Subcommittee of the House Finance and Appropriations Committee. 

Columbus, Ohio -- The Ohio Association of School Business Officials today announced its endorsement of Ohio Governor Ted Strickland's education plan as modified by the Primary and Secondary Education Subcommittee of the House Finance and Appropriations Committee. 

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement on the Ohio Supreme Court's decision regarding Morgan v. Strickland, which found that the governor acted reasonably in responding to a public records request given the broad scope of the request, and compels the governor to continue reviewing remaining records and to provide them within a reasonable time frame. 

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today appointments to several state boards and commissions.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today applauded the Ohio Army National Guard for being selected as the 2009 Army Communities of Excellence Special Category Winner for the Fiscal Year 2009 by the Department of the U.S. Army.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today signed an executive order requiring the further reduction of state agency expenditures in response to the continuing impact of the national recession on the state's fiscal situation.  The governor's order requires state agencies to immediately adopt mandatory spending control strategies for fiscal year 2009 and for fiscal years 2010 and 2011. 

Columbus, Ohio -- The Ohio Association of Public School Employees has announced their support of the Governor's education reform plan as modified by the Primary and Secondary Education Subcommittee of the House Finance and Appropriations Committee. 

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland, U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown, Lt. Governor Lee Fisher, Ohio Department of Development Interim Director Mark Barbash, Wilmington Mayor David Raizk, State Senator John Carey, and State Representative David Daniels released the following joint statement today on the decision of DHL Express to close their remaining operations at Wilmington and relocate to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport in Kentucky.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement of support for the improvements made by the Ohio House of Representatives to the governor's comprehensive education reform and funding plan:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement in response to Auditor Mary Taylor's comments on the state budget and use of federal stimulus resources.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland signed an executive order on April 8 that maintains the state's commitment to minority business success in Ohio by establishing the Ohio Minority Business Advisory Council, which will coordinate the state's efforts to maximize the opportunities and growth of minority businesses. The Governor held a ceremonial signing event today with Interim Director of the Ohio Department of Development Mark Barbash and members of the minority business community.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland released the following statement in response to the report published today by the creators of the evidence-based school funding model, education researchers Lawrence Picus and Allan Odden.  The analysis, commissioned by the KnowledgeWorks Foundation, validates the governor's research-based proposal to establish a constitutional system of education in Ohio.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today signed an executive order that establishes the Ohio Complete Count Committee for the 2010 Census and names State Treasurer Kevin Boyce to serve as chair. 

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland announced today the appointment of Michelle D. Earley to the Cleveland Municipal Court.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today signed House Bill 2, the biennial transportation budget for fiscal years 2010-2011.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement regarding the inspector general's report on the use of promotional lottery tickets by the Ohio Lottery Commission and Executive Director Michael Dolan:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced that 149 transportation infrastructure projects have been prioritized for full or partial funding from American Recovery and Reinvestment Act resources.

Columbus, Ohio -- The Ohio 8 Coalition, an alliance of superintendents and teacher union presidents from Ohio's eight big-city school districts, announced support for Governor Ted Strickland's education reform and funding plan.

Columbus, Ohio -- Several Ohio professional sports teams have announced their support for restoring passenger rail in Ohio, as outlined in the state biennial transportation budget.

Columbus, Ohio -- The Governor's Office announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation has revised the deadline for state departments of transportation to submit a list of priority transportation projects to March 31, 2009.

Columbus, Ohio -- The State University Education Deans today announced their support for Governor Ted Strickland's education reform and funding plan.

Columbus, OH -- Governor Ted Strickland and Lt. Governor Lee Fisher today joined members of Ohio's business and economic development communities and Ohio General Assembly to announce that the State of Ohio has been awarded Site Selection magazine's Governor's Cup Award for leading the nation in new and expanded facilities in 2008. The March edition of the magazine will highlight the award and Ohio's economic accomplishments, which include 12 cities around the state with top 10 rankings.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today appointments to several state boards and commissions. 

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today announced his support for establishing an independent deputy inspector general to monitor federal Recovery Act resource expenditures.

Columbus,OH--The Ohio Governor's Office today announced an update to the federal stimulus disbursement process for drinking water and water pollution control infrastructure stimulus projects provided to the state through existing revolving loan funding formulas.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today that as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, the Ohio National Guard will receive more than $8.5 million for capital improvements to its facilities across the state.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland announced today the appointments of Orlando Williams, Stephen Fallis, and Linda Kersker to the Akron Municipal Court; Laurel Beatty and Kim Cocroft to the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas; and Connie Price to the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today appointed Mark Barbash interim director of the Ohio Department of Development. Barbash was appointed to replace Lieutenant Governor Lee Fisher, who resigned his position as director today to pursue a U.S. Senate seat.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced that Ohio will receive at least $8.2 billion in federal funds as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act that President Barack Obama signed into law today.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement regarding the pending clemency application of Jeffrey D. Hill:

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today the launch of www.recovery.ohio.gov, which will serve as the Ohio virtual headquarters for information regarding the infrastructure and other unbudgeted elements of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act - the federal stimulus package.

Columbus, Ohio -- The Ohio Business Roundtable today announced its support for Governor Ted Strickland's education reform and funding plan.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland sent the following letter to members of the Ohio Congressional delegation urging them to support state assistance in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. 

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following proclamation in recognition of Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Week in Ohio.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today appointed Jolene Molitoris to be the director of the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) upon the retirement of current ODOT Director James Beasley on January 30.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today selected Columbus attorney Michael Miller and Dayton police officer Derric D. McDonald as two new at-large members of the Ohio Judicial Appointments Recommendation Panels (OJARP), which assist the Governor in the selection of judges for vacancies in Ohio courts.

Columbus, OH -- Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement on the inauguration of  President Barack Obama:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following proclamation encouraging all citizens to participate in the observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today appointed Ronald B. Richard, president and CEO of the Cleveland Foundation, to the position of infrastructure czar for the State of Ohio.

Columbus, Ohio -- The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) today announced that Governor Ted Strickland has been elected by his fellow Appalachian governors to serve as co-chair.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement regarding U.S. Senator George Voinovich's decision to retire when his current term in the U.S. Senate is complete at the end of 2010.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced appointments to the State Board of Education and additional state boards and commissions.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement regarding President-elect Barack Obama's American Recovery and Reinvestment Plan:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today signed Substitute Senate Bill 203, "Emily's Law."

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement regarding Education Week's Quality Counts 2009 report, which ranked Ohio's education system as the sixth-best in the nation. Ohio's system was ranked seventh-best in 2008.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today signed several bills passed in the 127th General Assembly.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced appointments to the following state boards and commissions.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced that he will appoint Columbus City Council member Kevin Boyce as Treasurer of State on January 6.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today ordered $640 million in budget adjustments to maintain a balanced budget as the accelerated deterioration of the national economy continues to deprive Ohio of revenue.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today appointed Douglas E. Lumpkin as the director of the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services effective January 12.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and Lt. Governor Lee Fisher released the following statement on Cooper Tire and Rubber Company's decision to remain in Ohio:

Columbus, Ohio -- The Ohio Judicial Appointments Recommendation Panel (OJARP) is currently accepting applications to fill future vacancies on the Clermont County and Montgomery County Courts of Common Pleas. OJARP is also accepting applications to fill three future vacant seats on the Akron Municipal Court. Each vacancy will occur as a result of the November 2008 judicial elections.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland issued the following statement today:

Columbus, OH -- Governor Ted Strickland and Lieutenant Governor Lee Fisher, also director of the Ohio Department of Development, today released the following statement regarding expected action by the U.S. Congress on a federal stimulus package to the domestic automotive industry.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland has issued the following proclamation in honor of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day and has ordered all state flags at public buildings and grounds to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday.

Columbus, Ohio -- To ensure Ohioans are fully aware of the historic economic challenges confronting Ohio and the nation, Governor Ted Strickland and Budget Director J. Pari Sabety today announced that the state is facing not only a budget deficit in our current fiscal year, but is projected to face an exceptionally large, more than $7 billion deficit in the upcoming 2010-2011 operating budget.

Columbus, OH -- Governor Ted Strickland today announced appointments to the following state boards and commissions.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland issued the following statement today:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced that he will host six regional forums across the state in November and December focusing on school funding.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland announced today appointments to several state boards and commissions.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame Class of 2008.  The 20 inductees include representatives of armed conflicts from the World War II, Korea, Vietnam and Desert Shield/Desert Storm.

Columbus, Ohio -- The Strickland administration today took steps to ensure that the $2 billion spent annually by state government is not spent with vendors who are tied to sweatshop manufacturing.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today released the following statement on the selection of Deborah Delisle as Ohio's new superintendent of public instruction:

Columbus, Ohio -- The state of Ohio today sold $240 million in Ohio bonds, half of which will function as the first installment of the $1.57 billion Jobs Stimulus Plan proposed by Governor Ted Strickland and passed by the Ohio Legislature in June.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement and proclamation in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service on October 5, 2008.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today signed an executive order that establishes the Ohio Economic Growth Cabinet, a subdivision of the governor's cabinet that will focus on creating jobs and increasing economic growth opportunities in Ohio.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today asked Ohioans to consider a financial donation to area foodbanks, through the Ohio Association of Second Harvest Foodbanks, to help provide assistance to those still recovering from the effects of last Sunday's windstorm.

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today appointments to several boards and commissions.

Columbus, OH- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today announced that 13 Ohio women will be inducted into the Ohio Women's Hall of Fame on Thursday.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today sent a letter to President George W. Bush requesting federal aid to assist the state's recovery efforts in the aftermath of the major wind storm that swept through Ohio Sunday, caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ike.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today issued a state declaration of emergency, allowing the State greater flexibility in quickly allocating resources from state entities, such as the Ohio National Guard and the Ohio Department of Transportation, out to local communities.

Columbus, Ohio -- As the national economic slowdown continues to deprive Ohio of expected revenues, Governor Ted Strickland today ordered $540 million in budget adjustments in order to make sure Ohio's budget remains in balance.

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland has issued the following proclamation in honor of Patriot Day and has ordered all state and U.S. flags at public buildings and grounds to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Thursday in remembrance of September 11, 2001.

Governor Ted Strickland today announced the appointment of Glenda Smith to the Butler County Court (Area III) and the appointment of Kathleen Romans to the Butler County Common Pleas Court, Juvenile Division.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland and Lt. Governor Lee Fisher today offered strong support for SEIU's and the Healthy Families Act Coalition's decision to remove the paid sick day initiative from the November ballot. 

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today issued a Writ of Election to hold a special election on November 18, 2008 for the congressional seat vacated by the tragic loss of Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones. A primary election, if needed, would be held on October 14, 2008.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland and Lt. Governor Lee Fisher today issued the following statement regarding their opposition to Issue 4, the proposed paid sick-day initiative, on the ballot this November:

Columbus, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued a proclamation lowering flags across the state to half-staff in honor of Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones.

Columbus, Ohio -- The Ohio Judicial Appointments Recommendation Panel is currently accepting applications to fill a vacant seat on the Butler County Area III Court.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today announced the appointment of Rocky Coss to the Highland County Court of Common Pleas, General Division.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today received the final report of the Public-Private Collaborative Commission from Commission co-chairs Gene Harris, superintendent of Columbus City Schools, and Jerry Jurgensen, chief executive officer of Nationwide.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today announced the appointment of state Sen. Lance Mason to the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas, General Division.

Columbus, Ohio- Governor Ted Strickland today said the following about longtime Cleveland City Council member Fannie M. Lewis:

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today released a letter from members of the business community lending their support for on-going conversations to try to find a compromise on the paid sick leave ballot initiative.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today announced the following appointments to state boards and commissions.

Columbus, OH -- Governor Ted Strickland today announced appointments to state university boards of trustees.

Columbus, OH -- Governor Ted Strickland today announced appointments to state university boards of trustees.

Columbus, Ohio -- Below is the correct appointment listing for Margaret Demko:

The Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council (ODDC) is a planning and advocacy body committed to community inclusion for people with developmental disabilities.

Margaret J. Demko, of Albany, is a private tutor in Athens City and Alexander Local Schools. In addition to tutoring and teaching in the Athens/Alexander area, she has served as state incentive grant coordinator for Health Recovery Services. Demko is an active member of several community boards and councils, including the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio and Passion Works Advisory Council. She received her bachelor's degree at Ohio University in 1996.

Columbus, OH -- Governor Ted Strickland today announced the appointment of Eddie Harrell, Jr., to the Ohio Civil Rights Commission.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today announced the following appointments to state boards and commissions.

Columbus, Ohio -- The Ohio Judicial Appointments Recommendation Panel is currently accepting applications to fill a vacant seat on the Highland County Court of Common Pleas, General Division.

Columbus, Ohio-- The Ohio Judicial Appointments Recommendation Panel is currently accepting applications to fill a vacant seat on the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas, General Division, due to the retirement of Judge Lillian J. Greene, effective June 25, 2008.

Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Ted Strickland today delivered the following address at the City Club of Cleveland Forum.

Columbus, Ohio-Governor Ted Strickland today announced that the State of Ohio proposed Wright-Patterson Air Force Base to the U.S. Air Force as "an ideal host location" for Cyber Command headquarters, the Air Force's newest major command unit. This new Cyber Command headquarters could bring as many as 450 jobs, and additional contractor jobs are expected to follow the headquarters selection, according to the Air Force.