Bryan, Paulding jobs plans get state ok

The governor has also been busy approving assistance for seven projects set to create 675 new jobs and retain 1,186 jobs statewide. The Ohio Tax Credit Authority reviewed economic development proposals brought to the board by JobsOhio and its regional partners. Collectively, the projects are expected to result in $30 million in new payroll, and spur more than $25 million in investment across Ohio. Here in Northwest Ohio, Alex Products, in Henry Co., City of Bryan and the Village of Paulding expects to create 100 full-time positions, generating $2.9 million in new annual payroll and retaining $26.4 million in existing payroll as a result of the company’s expansion project those areas. Alex Products manufactures automotive seat frames, tooling and automation equipment.