The 2018 Partnership in Development Award was given to Suzie Reineke and Weston Reinbolt for their downtown building restoration projects. Not only do they preserve historic buildings, but also provide opportunities for business and downtown housing. Suzie and Weston got into historic building renovation through their connection with Bill and Dan Reineke, who were already restoring a building of their own. "These are really cool buildings," Weston said. Suzie added, "I never knew what was inside." Their first project was the "Beanstalk building," which houses the Beanstalk on the first floor and three fully renovated apartments above. Those apartments are now full The second project was The Renaissance. In early 2017, Suzie and Weston purchased the former DP's building and brought in Dave and Angie Spridgeon of the Bourbon Affair in Findlay. The Renaissance of Tiffin opened later in 2017. Their latest project is the building that house the Tiffin Glass Museum. They are completing the first of two phases in renovating seven upper level apartments. The couple cited the collaboration in the community as a motivating factor in continuing these restoration projects. "It's a team oriented project from start to finish," Suzie said. Suzie and Weston were both born and raised in Tiffin, left to pursue college and careers elsewhere, and are now living in Tiffin once again. "I love being back in Tiffin," Weston said. "We're enjoying the momentum and hope it continues." [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-5jmx3Encg?rel=0&w=560&h=315]   About the Partnership in Development Award This award is presented to an individual, business, organization, or political entity that has provided support and means to promote economic development throughout Seneca County and have demonstrably, through their actions, furthered the mission of SIEDC.