About SOAR CIC

The Spencer-Oak Openings Area Regional Community Improvement Corporation (SOAR CIC) is the designated economic development agency for Spencer Township. Born from the 2024 Comprehensive Community Plan, we serve as the strategic bridge between public policy and private investment.

The Missing

To advance the industrial, commercial, and civic development of the Oak Openings Region while preserving its unique rural and environmental character. We exist to help Spencer Township “Soar” to new levels of regional competitiveness.

The Mandate

As a rural township, Spencer Township is statutorily limited in its ability to generate resources and manage complex infrastructure. SOAR CIC was created to transcend these limits, providing a flexible vehicle for land assembly, grant administration, and debt shielding.

501(c)(3) Business League Status

SOAR CIC is incorporated as a non-profit “Business League” under IRS Section 501(c)(3) and Ohio Revised Code 1724.

  • Incorporation: Filed with the Ohio Secretary of State.
  • Statutory Agent: Appointed Legal Counsel.
  • Oversight: Subject to audit by the State Auditor’s Office and compliance with Ohio Sunshine Laws.

Board Officers

Robert KlummPresident
President, Klumm Bros.
James MorganVice President
Spencer Township Resident
Dawn McDonaldTreasurer
Spencer Township Fiscal Officer
Jacob BarnesSecretary
Director of Economic Development, Spencer Township
Mike HoodMember
Spencer Township Trustee
Dean AndersonMember
Spencer Township Resident and Business Owner
Steve KesterMember
Spencer Township Trustee

JEDZ & JEDD Integration

We function as the “unified front” for the township’s economic tools. We coordinate directly with the Spencer Whitehouse Joint Economic Development Zone (JEDZ) to align tax revenue generation with long-term infrastructure reinvestment.

Governance Info

Public Meetings

SOAR CIC board meetings are open to the public in accordance with Ohio Sunshine Laws.

  • Next Meeting: January 20, 2026
  • Location: Spencer Township Hall

Official Inquiries

For public records requests or board correspondence: