Summary
Economic Development Director Kati Thompson reported active prospects that could bring hundreds of jobs — including Project Sprint, a tier-one auto supplier considering 400+ jobs — plus the upcoming Abbott project still waiting on a start date and Cooper Standard's planned 2027 exit.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Prospects could mean hundreds of new jobs; Cooper Standard's departure by 2027 means roughly 200,000 square feet will need a new user.
Job seekers and the local economy if any of the prospects choose Bowling Green.
Cooper Standard employees will need new jobs when the plant closes by the end of 2027.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council (Regular) - Sep 21, 2026
Economic Development Director Kati Thompson reported active prospects that could bring hundreds of jobs — including Project Sprint, a tier-one auto supplier considering 400+ jobs — plus the upcoming Abbott project still waiting on a start date and Cooper Standard's planned 2027 exit.
Planning Commission - Aug 5, 2026
Permits and housing starts are up over last year, and big projects are moving: fire stations under construction, a rebuilt Parkview apartment complex, a Chipotle, and a new Menards near Walmart.
City Council (Regular) - Mar 16, 2026
Economic Development Director Kati Thompson reported the city leads Wood County in housing starts, landed a $1 million Jobs Ohio R&D grant for SmartSolve Industries, and a $487,000 grant to redevelop 250 South Main Street.
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