Ethan Charles Barnhardt, Mpa Email & Phone Number

As a Management Analyst for New Albany's Finance Department, I am responsible for leading efforts in economic development. This includes managing programs such as Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Economic Development Agreements (EDAs), and Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) agreements. I ensure compliance with state mandates, manage revenue-sharing and annexation agreements, and oversee budgeting and tax administration related to economic development.Before joining New Albany, I worked as a Management Assistant & Special Projects Coordinator for the City of Worthington for over six years. During my time there, I managed projects aligned with policy goals, administered community grant programs, supported economic development, and created digital media content for public engagement. In addition, I represented Worthington on a variety of regional advisory panels and committees.My experience covers economic development, project management, public engagement, and strategic communications. I am passionate about driving sustainable growth and community development through my work.

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  Management Analyst

  New Albany, Ohio

  Nov 2023 - Present - New Albany, Ohio, United States

  As a member of the Finance Department in the City of New Albany, I oversee various aspects of the City's economic development initiatives. My primary responsibilities include managing, monitoring, and generating comprehensive reports on a range of economic development incentives and grant schemes, such as Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Economic Development Agreements (EDAs), and Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) agreements.Works closely with the Community Development team to ensure compliance with state-mandated reporting requirements, including the annual Ohio Department of Development CRA and TIF area reporting and the annual Tax Incentive Review Council (TIRC).Manages revenue-sharing and annexation agreements, including income tax-sharing incentive programs and payments in lieu of taxes (PILOTs). Additionally, I oversee budgeting, procedural reviews, and the administration of income taxes and hotel taxes, as well as projects aimed at capital improvement related to economic development.