Vision Statement

The SCPA will use the unique power and authority granted to port authorities in Ohio to provide the greater Stark County area with an economic development tool for new capital investment, job creation and retention.

Mission Statement

With our Vision Statement as our foundation, the SCPA will use all due diligence and sound business practices, using the expertise of qualified administrators and consultants, to meet the following objectives;

• To assist in the process of creating and managing foreign trade zones (FTZs) within Stark County

• To serve as a financing vehicle for business development

• To assist in real estate acquisition and development to further Stark County’s economic development activities

• To serve as a resource for funding infrastructure and related improvements necessary for economic development

• To promote, advertise and publicize the services, facilities and programs of the SCPA