Greater Sandusky Partnership

Visit Vine & Olive this Saturday, November 9th, for special Holiday products and deals! Shop small this holiday season! When you shop small, you're supporting the dreams and livelihoods of local entrepreneurs, helping build a more resilient, tight-knit community that can thrive and sustain itself over time. Vine & Olive is one the featured businesses in the RISE Small Business Saturday Shopper Guide, which serves as a tool for shoppers to find local small businesses and promotions on Small Business Saturday, November 30th. Check out the guide here: https://lnkd.in/euBEz5mi

20 students from Sandusky High School and Townsend Community School recently toured MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network as part of our WorkAdvance model in manufacturing! ⚙️ This program gives students hands-on exposure to advanced manufacturing and equips them with both career readiness and industry-specific skills.🧑🔧 Through WorkAdvance, students gain valuable insights into the manufacturing world and earn the Certified Manufacturing Associate upon completion. Currently, there are 32 students enrolled in this year’s cohort! During the tour, students had the opportunity to: 🔧 Explore MAGNET’s fabrication lab, build model cars and learn about diverse careers in the manufacturing industry. MAGNET, a regional manufacturing extension partnership, plays a vital role in driving growth in the industry, and we’re proud to collaborate on creating pathways for our students’ futures! #WorkAdvance #FutureOfManufacturing #CareerReady #ManufacturingPathways #FutureLeaders

Join us and our partners, Shores & Islands Ohio and Ottawa County Improvement Corporation for a special Compass Learning program: The Story of Analytics. Learn more about how to use website analytics as a tool for your business to attract more visitors and drive more sales! Register now at: https://lnkd.in/eiCTXutj

The recently completed restoration of Lonz Mansion on Middle Bass Island is a powerful step toward a more vibrant, connected Lake Erie region. We’re thrilled to see this historic landmark renewed. Not only will this revitalization attract new visitors and showcase the area's rich history, it will boost economic opportunities for the entire region. Read more about it in the Toledo Blade: https://lnkd.in/ezatwEhN

📢 Today is Election Day! Polls are open now until 7:30PM tonight! Not sure where to go to vote? Visit https://lnkd.in/eVFxf4k to find your polling location. The Greater Sandusky Partnership is proud to endorse Issue 4, Issue 26, and Issue 31—three vital measures for our community’s growth and well-being. ✅ Vote YES on Issue 4: Huron’s proposed income tax will fund essential services like public safety, street repairs, and parks, keeping Huron vibrant and safe for residents and businesses alike. Read more at the Sandusky Register: https://lnkd.in/eGZRWkRC ✅ Vote YES on Issue 26: EHOVE’s funding will modernize our vocational school, providing our workforce with the training needed in high-demand fields like healthcare, skilled trades, and technology—an investment in our region’s future. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ercWFgSf ✅ Vote YES on Issue 31: Renewal of funding for the Erie County ADAMHS Board ensures accessible mental health and addiction services, crucial for workforce stability and our community’s overall health. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eybpvQ-U Let’s invest in a stronger, safer, and more prosperous community. Make your voice heard— VOTE!

Election Day is next Tuesday, November 5th! Have you made your plans to vote? Here are some helpful links as you prepare. Check out the Erie County Board of Elections website for In-Person Absentee Voting Hours (at 2900 Columbus Ave): https://lnkd.in/esma-vmJ 📆 Today, 11/1 | 7:30AM-7:30PM 📆 Saturday, 11/2 | 8AM - 4PM 📆 Sunday, 11/3 | 1PM - 5PM 📆 Monday, 11/4 | US Postmark Deadline for Absentee Ballots 📆 Tuesday, 11/5 | General Election Polls Open | 6:30AM - 7:30PM Here are some additional helpful links as you plan: https://lnkd.in/eVFxf4k Use your vote! Use your voice!

Today, our CEO Eric Wobser had the pleasure of leading students from Sandusky St. Mary Central Catholic High School on a tour of downtown Sandusky. There’s no better way to instill pride and a sense of place in our young people than by showing them the heartbeat of their community. From learning about local businesses to seeing public art and historic sites, we hope these students came away inspired by the rich stories and opportunities right here at home. Our future leaders start with moments like these—moments that spark a lifelong connection to the Greater Sandusky area. Thank you to Sandusky St. Mary’s for helping us nurture a love for community and a vision for a vibrant future! #FutureLeaders

We’re thrilled to see the completion of the stunning new mural on the Shores & Islands Ohio building. Projects like these go beyond beautification—they transform our community into a place where people want to gather, live, and experience all that Sandusky has to offer. This mural, brought to life by the incredible talents of local artist Derek Brennan and Chad Fedorovich from Cleveland Mural, adds a vibrant touch to the cityscape. It’s a visual representation of the creativity, culture, and energy we’re proud of in the Greater Sandusky Bay Region. Thank you to the City of Sandusky Arts Commission and Shores & Islands Ohio for championing this vision and enhancing the vitality of our downtown. Let’s continue to celebrate art that makes us feel proud of where we call home.

On November 5, Erie County voters have a unique chance to make a meaningful impact by voting "YES" on Issue 31, renewing essential funding for the Erie County Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services (ADAMHS) Board. This levy renewal, with no increase in taxes, ensures the continuation of vital services that support thousands across our community each year. At Greater Sandusky Partnership, we fully support Issue 31 as a commitment to the well-being of our entire community. Strong mental health support services have a direct, positive effect on workforce stability and productivity, helping employees and their families stay resilient and engaged. This access to support leads to healthier, more stable lives and strengthens our local businesses by reducing turnover, absenteeism, and healthcare costs. By voting "YES" on Issue 31, we’re fostering a thriving, supportive community that businesses can depend on to build stability and economic growth. Read more about our support for this issue: https://lnkd.in/eybpvQ-U

At the start of October, we hosted our first annual meeting as a fully integrated organization. At the meeting, we shared our vision for the future of the organization as well as the region. Part of that vision includes the collaboration of many to make it successful. That's why one of the awards given at our annual event was the Regional Collaboration Award. This award recognizes those who value the region as a strategic location and who have collaborated across lines to ensure the success of the region. The federal RAISE grant, awarded in 2022, for improvements along Route 6 and the expansion of the Sandusky Bay Pathway is an incredible example of transformational collaboration. This award was given to Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur, Erie County, the City of Huron - Government, the City of Sandusky and the Ohio Department of Transportation for their instrumental efforts in securing the $24.5 million grant. Learn more about this collaboration in this video produced by Dead Shark Productions >>> https://lnkd.in/e6Au3Ftn