Noble County
Complete Guide Listing
Introduction
The Small Business Resource Manual was developed by the Ohio Small Business Development
Center at Marietta College to assist Washington County residents who have an interest
in starting or expanding a small business.
While it is nearly impossible to cover every facet involved in business start-ups
or expansions, the following pages do provide a guide for you to follow as
you embark on your new adventure.
Regulations governed by the enclosed agencies change frequently.
p> For further assistance, please contact the Small Business Development Center at Washington State Community College, 308 Front St, Marietta, OH 45750; Telephone: 740-373-5150 and Fax number 740-373-7496, email plankford@wscc.edu.
County Overview
Highlights and statistical information
NOBLE COUNTY
NAMED FOR: Rep. Warren P. Noble, Ohio, House of Representatives, 1851
ESTABLISHED: April 1, 1851
2000 POPULATION: 14,058
LAND AREA: 399.0 Square Miles
COUNTY SEAT: Caldwell Village
Noble County is located in the southeastern portion of the state. State Routes 78, 146, 215, and 340 cross the county east and west, and Interstate Highway 77, and State Routes 83, 147, 260, 285, 513, 564, and 821 run north and south.
On September 3, 1915, the US Navy dirigible, the Shenandoah, encountered a severe storm while crossing over Noble County. The ship broke in two killing the commander and thirteen crew members. One section of the craft fell near the Village of Ada where a monument has been erected in commemoration of the disaster.
Major attractions in Noble County include Wayne National Forest; Wolf Run Lake and State park; Seneca Lake; First Oil Well Site; Caldwell House; Historic St. Mary's Church; and the Johnny Appleseed Memorial.
The following summary provides a personal, residential, commercial, and industrial demographic snapshot of the county:
Demographics
NOBLE COUNTY COMMUNITY INFORMATION
| Largest Communities |
2000 |
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Persons by Age |
2000 |
| Caldwell |
1,956 |
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Under 5 years |
703 |
| Summerfield |
296 |
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5 to 9 years |
871 |
| Belle Valley |
263 |
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10 to 14 years |
979 |
| Sarahsville |
198 |
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15 to 19 years |
1,033 |
| Dexter City |
166 |
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20 to 24 years |
1,232 |
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25 to 29 years |
1,058 |
| Housing Units |
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30 to 34 years |
1,042 |
| Total Units |
5,480 |
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35 to 39years |
1,210 |
| Owner Occupied |
3,629 |
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40 to 44 years |
1,166 |
| Renter Occupied |
917 |
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45 to 49years |
944 |
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50 to 55years |
776 |
| Income |
2000 |
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55 to 59 years |
593 |
| Median Household -2000 |
$32,940 |
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60 to 64 years |
615 |
| Per Capita - 2000 |
$14,100 |
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65 and over |
1,786 |
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| Number of Households |
2000 |
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| Total |
4,546 |
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Persons by Race |
2000 |
| Persons in Households |
11,844 |
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Total |
14,058 |
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White |
13,010 |
| Number of Families |
2000 |
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African American |
940 |
| Total |
3,318 |
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Am. Indian/Eskimo/Aleut |
37 |
| Married couple |
2,794 |
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Asian & Pacific Islander |
13 |
| With related children |
1,228 |
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Hispanic |
4 |
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| 1970 |
10,428 |
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Education (Enrollment) |
2000 |
| 1980 |
11,310 |
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Public K-12 |
2,439 |
| 1990 |
11,336 |
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Private K-12 |
194 |
| 2000 |
14,058 |
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College/University |
739 |
| 2005(Projected) |
13,380 |
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Post College/Graduate |
59 |
| 2010(Projected) |
14,170 |
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| Health Care |
2000 |
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Agriculture |
2000 |
| Hospitals |
0 |
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Number of Farms |
670 |
| Physicians |
5 |
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Land in Farms (acres) |
108,000 |
| Extended Care Homes |
1 |
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| Beds |
150 |
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Community business resources
Many of the resources in this guide will assist you in developing a realistic plan prior to entering into business. Take the time to contact these sources of assistance and draw from
their skills and knowledge to complement and strengthen your chances of business success.
The following guide to area resources was compiled to include a representative cross-section of what is available. If the particular resource you contact cannot assist you personally with your need, they usually can refer you to someone who can.
This county has a vast and diversified group of
professionals who can provide invaluable information regarding the initial stages of your business. Early contact with the following could save you a lot of time, money and wasted effort. The Ohio Small Business Development at Washinton State Community College serves Noble County by offering one-on-one counseling, on site assessments, referrals, a resource center for research and development, workshops and seminars, and loan resources.
The Small Business Development Center also has information concerning statistical data for the county, manufacturers’ directories, current economic indicators of the county, local, state and federal legislation affecting the local business community, and lists of area professionals and businesses that can be of assistance to you and your business.
The Ohio State University Extension office is very active in promoting community and economic development in Noble County. In addition to performing outreach efforts for the Ohio State University, the extension office also spearheads as the county's economic development program. Information is also available about enterprise zones and industrial park sites at the extension office.
A series of small business fact sheets is available through the extension service web site at www.ag.ohio-state.edu.
Noble County Economic Development Office, Noble County Community Improvement Corporation
Phone: 740-732-5681
Fax: 740-732-5434
150 Courthouse
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Noble County offers tax abatement incentives to businesses locating in Noble and Olive Townships and within the Village of Caldwell.
Fred Powell is President of the all-volunteer CIC. Current business before the CIC is limited due to the sale of all parcels in the industrial park.
Noble County does not have a countywide Revolving Loan Fund.
The Noble County Chamber of Commerce also offers opportunities for small businesses to meet and network with other business owners and access a variety of demographic and regional informative sources.
The unstaffed chamber office is located above the senior citizens center.
Due to the low volume of calls at the chamber office, the telephone has been temporarily disconnected. For the immediate future, all voice and fax calls are being referred to Lynda Carter at GMN Tri-County Community Action Agency.
Noble County Chamber of CommercePhone: 740-732-5288
419 West Street
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Educational resources
Educational institutions offer a wide variety of assistance
and should all be contacted periodically to learn what workshops,
seminars, and training programs are scheduled.
Most publish an annual calendar of small business training
opportunities. Take advantage of these resources. It is clearly
to your benefit. Ohio Small Business Development Center at Washington State Community College308 Front Street
Marietta, Ohio 45750
740-373-5150
plankford@wscc.edu
The Caldwell Public Library
The reference and business sections of the library offer a broad selection of trade publications and statistical information in addition to books on how to go into business.
The library is usually able to order books and publications for you from other libraries.
The library frequently sponsors training on using the Internet.
The library staff will assist you in finding necessary information, much of it available on the Internet.
The library is a good source for demographic information about the Noble County area.
The Caldwell Public Library houses a variety of general business-related information at the library in Caldwell. Among the titles available at the library are: Bring Your Employees Into the Business: An Employee Ownership Handbook for Small Business by Daniel Bell; Out of Your Mind and Into the Marketplace by Linda Pinson and Better Than a Lemonade Stand by Daryl Bernstein. Information to assist small businesses is also available on CD-ROM and video.
Other titles and information may be ordered from anywhere in the country through interlibrary loan. Librarians also recommend small business owners consult www.oplin.lib.oh.us for additional resources.
Access to books, tapes and computer programs is also available through the countywide bookmobile service. The only library in the county is located in
Caldwell Public LibraryPhone: 740-732-4506
Fax: 740-732-4795
517 Spruce Street
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Small Business Seminars, Workshops, & Continuing Education
County Regulations
County Government, in many instances, administers licenses and
taxes for Ohio.
Be sure to fulfill your county responsibilities.
Failure to do so may result in the loss or delay in receiving a
necessary state license to operate your business.
Depending on your particular business and situation,
additional requirements may exist.
Be sure to check with each area after you have outlined
your particular situation for any additional applicable licenses,
permits, or taxes.Vendor’s License
Is required of most retail establishments
This is a state license, issued by the county that pertains to the Ohio Sales Tax (see State Sales Tax). The charge for this is $25.00 and does not have to be renewed.
County Government
Noble County Commissioners
Can provide general information on county business requirements including contact points for zoning regulation, soil test, control, hazardous waste, water and sewer, and building permits.
Provide referrals to other appropriate Economic and Small Business Development offices and personnel.
The county commissioners are in session Mondays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The Courthouse is closed Thursday afternoon.
Noble County CommissionersPhone: 740-732-2969
Fax: 740-732-5702
Courthouse
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
County Economic Development
County Government Officials/Other Resources
Travel and Tourism, Noble County Tourism AssociationPhone: 740-732-5275 or 740-581-0400
P.O. Box 185
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
The tourism association is responsible for directing and coordinating all
tourism activities across Noble County.
An extensive website concerning the county with email capabilities is available.
Personal Property Tax
Personal Property Tax
These returns must be filed with the County Auditor within 90 days after your first sale and thereafter on a yearly basis between February 15 and April 30.
Items such as inventory, machinery, etc., are taxed.
The Auditor's Office hours are: Monday through Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Thursday 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Noble County Auditor's OfficePhone: 740-732-4044
Fax: 740-732-5702
Courthouse
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
County Health Department
County Health Permit
Certain businesses may require approval and licensing by local health departments.
The Noble County Health Department has oversight for the health needs for all villages in the County.
The County Health Department issues restaurant and food service licensing,
Small businesses may receive assistance with administration of TB tests ($5 fee) and employee inoculations.
The Department also issues water system and solid waste permits, maintains a home health care agency, and sponsors a variety of children and women's health programs.
There is an inspection, a waiting period, and a charge for this license, so be sure to apply early. Fees for the licenses vary according to the seating capacity of the facility. Fees are scheduled to be increased beginning in January 2001.
Licensing is also required for vending machines, mobile and catering operations.
The Noble County Health Department is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.
Sanitarians are most available to accept phone calls from 8 to 8:30 a.m. daily.
Noble County Health DepartmentPhone: 740-732-4958
Fax: 740-732-5043
44069 State Route 821
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Home Bakery License
County Register of Deeds
Other Public Officials/Resources
Noble County Engineer's OfficePhone: 740-732-4400
Fax: 740-732-4861
Courthouse
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Child Care Resource NetworkPhone: 740-373-6996
Fax: 740-373-6829
1500 Green Street
Marietta, Ohio 45750
This organization keeps a data base of available area child care providers and also provides technical assistance to in-home and center-based child care providers.
Noble County Department of Jobs and Family ServicesPhone: 740-732-2392 or 1-800-905-2732
Fax: 740-732-4108
18065 State Route 78
P.O. Box 250
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Provides access to OhioWorks computerized employment system as well as referrals to one-stop employment assistance at other agencies.
GMN Tri-County Community Action Committee Inc.Phone: 740-732-2388
Fax: 740-732-2389
615 North St. PO Box 285
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
The GMN Tri-County CAC provides a one-stop information system for posting job opportunities and employee availabilities and acts as a host site for the OhioWorks information system.
For details on posted job openings, agency staff refer customers to
Ohio Job and Family Services, 217 Third St., Marietta.
The GMN Tri County CAC is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
City Overview
Village of Caldwell
Enforce State Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Gas Codes, and enforce zoning ordinance.
Issue permits, make inspections on new and existing buildings for electrical, plumbing, energy criteria, insulation, signs installed, etc.
Currently only a few areas of Noble County are zoned. As of 1998, the Village of Caldwell and 2 townships (Buffalo and Wayne) are zoned. For a current list of zoned townships, trustees, and inspectors, contact the Noble County Auditor’s or Engineer’s Office. If there is zoning in your township, contact an inspector.
Interested persons may contact the Mayor’s Office and leave a message for the inspector.
Phone: 740-732-2635
Fax: 740-732-5081
Village Hall
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
Village of Caldwell Mayor's OfficePhone: 740-732-2635
Fax: 740-732-5081
215 West Street
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Village of Caldwell Clerk/TreasurerPhone: 740-732-2053
Fax: 740-732-5081
215 West Street
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Village of Caldwell Water DepartmentPhone: 740-732-4645
Fax: 740-732-5081
Municipal Building
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Village of Caldwell Police DepartmentPhone: 740-732-5892
Fax: 740-732-5081
Village Hall
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Municipal Taxes
In Caldwell, the village levies no income tax.
No special business taxes are levied on area businesses.
Village of Summerfield
There are no zoning ordinances and building inspections are arranged through the Mayor’s Office.
Interested persons may contact the Mayor’s Office and leave a message.
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
Village of Summerfield Mayor's OfficePhone: 740-838-5683
P.O. Box 65
Village of Summerfield ClerkPhone: 740-838-6461
P.O. Box 64
Summerfield, Ohio 43788
Village of Summerfield Water Department, Clear Water CorporationPhone: 740-732-2549
49042 State Route 147
Sarahsville, Ohio 43779
Village of Summerfield Police DepartmentOperates through the Noble County Sheriff’s Office.
Municipal Taxes
In Summerfield, the village levies no income tax.
No special business taxes are levied on area businesses.
Village of Belle Valley
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
VILLAGE FLOOD PLAIN MANAGEMENT
Most of the village is located in the flood plain. All new businesses are asked to contact the flood plain manager to complete appropriate emergency management paperwork.
Village of Belle Valley Flood Plain ManagerPhone: 740-732-5394
Belle Valley Municipal Building
106 Main St. PO Box 206
Belle Valley, Ohio 43717
Village of Belle Valley Mayor's OfficePhone: 740-732-5394, 740-732-5710 (residence)
Belle Valley Municipal Building
106 Main St. PO Box 206
Belle Valley, Ohio 43717
The mayor staffs the municipal building on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday afternoons.
Village of Belle Valley CouncilMeets at 7:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month at the municipal building.
Village of Belle Valley Police DepartmentOperates through the Noble County Sheriff’s Office.
Municipal Taxes
In Belle Valley, there are no special income or business taxes.
Village of Dexter City
There are no zoning ordinances and building inspections are arranged through the Mayor’s Office.
Interested persons may contact the Mayor’s Office and leave a message
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
Village of Dexter City Mayor's OfficePhone: 740-783-6311
Fax: 740-783-0016
102 Main Street
P.O. Box 56
Dexter City, Ohio 45727
Village of Dexter City ClerkPhone: 740-783-3905
216 Marietta Street
Dexter City, Ohio 45727
Village of Dexter City Police DepartmentOperates through the Noble County Sheriff’s Office.
Municipal Taxes
In Dexter City, the village levies no income or business taxes.
Village of Sarahsville
There are no zoning ordinances and building inspections are arranged through the Mayor’s Office.
Interested persons may contact the village hall from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and leave a message for the inspector.
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
Village of Sarahsville Mayor's Office900A Greenhouse Lane (Residence)
P.O. Box 81
Sarahsville, Ohio
Village of Sarahsville Clerk 901 Mill Rd. (Residence)
P.O. Box 63
Sarahsville, Ohio
Village of Sarahsville Police DepartmentOperates through the Noble County Sheriff’s Office.
For more information on Sarahsville, contact Noble County Economic Development OfficePhone: 740-732-5681
Fax: 740-732-5434
150 Courthouse
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Municipal Taxes
First National Bank of Southeastern Ohio415 Main St.
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Farmers & Merchants BankPhone: 740-732-5621
430 North St.
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Caldwell Savings & Loan Co.Phone: 740-732-5678
425 Main St.
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Young & YoungPhone: 740-732-2309
508 North St.
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Sharon L. TannerPhone: 740-732-7667
421 West St.
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Paxton Law OfficePhone: 740-732-4413
425 1/2 Main Street
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
William C. HayesPhone: 740-732-4225
401 Main St.
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Fred Fox Phone: 740-732-2222
406 North St.
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Jack A. Blackeslee Phone: 740-732-7559
421 West St.
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Kathy WatsonPhone: 740-838-6631
52868 State Route 147.
Sarahsville, Ohio 43779
William S. ParksPhone: 740-732-4013
506 Cumberland St.
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
State Farm InsurancePhone: 740-732-2786
28 Olive St.
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Crum & Richards Insurance Agency Phone: 740-732-2358
312 North
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Anderson & Yontz Insurance AgencyPhone: 740-732-2100
411 West St.
Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Ward & WardPhone: 740-826-7766
76 W. Main St.
New Concord, Ohio 43762
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