February 16th , 2023 | QUICK LINKS

NOTEWORTHY UPDATES:

General Assembly

The time has come to meet the new faces of the 135th General Assembly. Click here to get a printable sheet of the Ohio 135th General Assembly directory. Below will be two printable documents to upgrade your records with.

• Behind the 135th General Assembly
• 135th Directory

NGA Action Alert: Protect SNAP from Fees

Last week, NGA sent its 2023 Farm Bill priorities to Congress- now legislators need to hear from you to ensure the Farm Bill meets the needs of the independent grocery industry.

 Independent grocers are a linchpin for communities across the country, providing nourishing food to millions of Americans at an affordable price. Click here to send a message to Congress today.

Ohio Wizard Protection Agency



Did you know that Ohio EPA has free and confidential services to help you stay out of trouble, and save you money? Learn how to achieve environmental compliance and reduce your liability and potential for violations.   Click here to learn more.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

OGA Scholarships now OPEN!



The Ohio Grocers Association and the Youngstown Area Grocers have established complementary Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Programs to provide financial support to those members’ employees and their dependents enrolled in college or continuing education programs. Various scholarship and financial aid opportunities are available to those who qualify. Click here to read the guidelines and apply!

For any retail member who would like to join our coupon program with American Coupon Services, please click here for the 2023 questionnaire!

Risk Management Culture & Leadership



Every business wants, or should want, a great risk management culture. What does that look like? How do I know if I have one? How do I get one in place if I am not there yet? In this presentation we will answer those questions, and provide some keys to establishing and maintaining a great risk management culture. Click here to register for the complimentary webinar!

OGA Special Alert: REAP Grant

USDA Rural Development has available the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) to help rural, small, for-profit businesses and farmers install renewable energy systems or make energy efficiency improvements. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 provided the program with $250,000,000 for REAP grants. Additional funding is available for REAP loan guarantees. Click here to read more!