The Member State of Ohio
Since 1955, Ohio has been a valued member of the Great Lakes Commission, and Ohio personnel have been very active participants in efforts to promote regional economic development and environmental quality. Ohio supports the Great Lakes Commission throu gh the active involvement of its delegation; the appointment of state officials to task forces; as well as other contributions to regional initiatives.

Ohio, along with the other member states, pays dues to the Great Lakes Commission with funds appropriated through its state legislature. The state's return on investment far exceeds its annual dues. Ohio not only realizes monetary benefits, but also en joys the benefits resulting from regional cooperation in promoting sound public policy on an array of regional economic development, environmental protection and resource management initiatives.

Ohio Delegation to the Commission