A non-profit entity supported by Washington Court House City Council and Fayette County Commissioners organized for the purpose of advancing, encouraging, and promoting the industrial, economic, commercial, and civic development of the community. Our primary focus is on facilitating business growth, retaining businesses, creating jobs, and redeveloping vacant properties. CIC’s powers come from the Ohio Revised Code Chapter 1724.
Board of Directors include:
Joe Denen, City of WCH
Dale Lynch, City of WCH
Steve Shiltz, City of WCH
Jim Chrisman, City of WCH
Tony Anderson, County Commissioner
Jim Garland, County Commissioner
Donnie Fleak, County Commissioner
Whitney Gentry, Member at Large
Kristy Bowers, Member at Large
Sue Burnside, Member at Large
Eric Varney, Member at Large
Doug Boedeker, Member at Large
CIC offers small loans typically used to assist with capital purchases. Loan consideration is conducted by the Board of Directors monthly on the third Wednesday at 3:00 pm at the Chamber of Commerce. To be considered, CIC Applications must be complete and be submitted by the 1st Friday of the Month in which it will be considered. Applications and questions can be sent to one of the following Economic Development Staff:
WCH City – Chelsie Baker, 740-505-0216, cbaker@cityofwch.com
Fayette County – Kate Wells, 740-335-1150, wells.1614@osu.edu
Applications Require:
1. Business Plan (updated)
- For assistance with a business plan, you can contact Melissa Carter with OSU South Centers Small Business Development Center, carter.1094@osu.edu
2. Last Two Years of Tax Returns
- Personal
- Business
3. Profit & Loss Statement (P&L)
4. Loan Request Details
- Amount Requested
- Purpose/Use of Funds
5. Collateral Offered
6. Loan Terms Requested (example: $15,000, 5 years, 3% interest)