Springfield/Holland
 

Background: The Holland and Springfield Township area features luxurious homes and shopping malls co-existing harmoniously with old family orchards and the pristine Oak Openings nature preserve. And, while the area offers all of the conveniences of a big city, it still maintains its small town ambiance.

All major transportation modes are only minutes away including: Interstate 75, the Ohio Turnpike (I-80 and I-90), Conrail's main East/West railroad (New York - Chicago) and Toledo Express Airport.

Schools: Holland and Springfield Township are served by the Springfield School District which consists of of four elementary, one middle school, and one high school. For a 2003-2004 Springfield School District Report Card from the Ohio Department of Education, click here.

Private Schools:  The Greater Toledo area is served by more than a dozen private schools.  For a complete list of these schools and links to each institution, click here to visit the Greater Toledo community page.

Recreation Facilities: Holland and Springfield Township recreation attractions include the Community Homecoming Park, the Southwest Family YMCA and the St. James Wellness Center.

The Community Homecoming Park is 39 acres and includes a lake, soccer fields, trails, and shelter houses.

Southwest Family YMCA is great place for anyone interested in fitness or just getting out of the house.  This YMCA offers an indoor pool, gymnasium, fitness center, aerobics, nursery, indoor/outdoor track, locker rooms, and many other valuable programs geared towards families and singles.

St. James Wellness Center  offers an indoor and outdoor pool, hot tub, locker rooms, child care, fitness center, weight loss management programs, physical trainers, and various aerobic programs.

Did You Know?
 

The Village of Holland was founded in 1847 when Robert Clark and his wife, Sylvia Wentworth Clark constructed a log cabin on property comprising North Holland. Mr. Clark established a brickyard, and built Holland's first place of business in 1862. The site is now occupied by Springfield Hardware. In 1863, Mr. Clark platted part of North Holland. This area was named Hardy. The name was changed to Holland in 1867.

Today, Holland has a population of 1,210 residents in the village and is governed by a mayor and council. Holland is serviced by a full service police department and a volunteer fire department with a class six fire insurance rating.

Holland is located just west of Toledo Ohio, US 23 and State Route 2, offering quick access to the Ohio Turnpike and Interstate 75. Holland is six miles from Toledo Express Airport and one hour from Detroit Metro Airport.

This location, with the economic incentives and development of the Holland Business Center, provides an excellent opportunity for the location of new business.