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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bowling Green public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Rezoning Denial
Bowling Green officials denied a rezoning request in a planned residential zone, siding with neighbors who want to preserve the area’s character. If you live nearby, this decision directly affects what can—and can’t—be built next door.
Regional Law Enforcement Education and Training Center
The city and BGSU are officially partners on a regional law enforcement training center. Council adopted the joint use agreement and the contracts to design and build it, moving the project from paper to construction.
Regional Law Enforcement Education and Training Center
New legislation launched a joint city-BGSU law enforcement training center, with a joint use agreement and construction contracts introduced.
Residential solar system size limits
A 10-12 megawatt solar project will be built and operated by eTree Foundry under a power purchase agreement — the city pays only for power produced, with estimated costs of 5-7 cents per kilowatt hour. It replaces local renewable generation lost with the JV 6 wind project and uses local land, contractors, and possibly locally made panels.
Surveillance Cameras
Bowling Green is weighing the installation of Flock safety cameras, which could shake up how local police operate and what it means for your personal privacy. It's a classic debate between catching criminals and keeping tabs on everyday citizens.
Appliance Recycling Program
Bowling Green is launching a new appliance recycling program that pays residents cash to haul away old, energy-wasting units. It is a quick win to clear out your garage and pick up some extra spending money.
Facility Upgrades
After the plant converted to 12 kV power, it lost its backup generator connection — risky if the grid goes down. The board approved a $500,000 contract with Power Secure Inc. to install the right transformer and get backup/peak-shaving power working again.
Criminal Justice
Chief White reported rising call volumes, seven new hires in the pipeline, countywide dispatch tech, a retail theft task force hit, and a planned move to the East Court station in late 2027.
Scam Warning
Watch out, Bowling Green residents—scammers are sending out fake planning and zoning invoices to steal your money. Make sure to double-check any paperwork that looks like a city bill before you pay a dime.
Home Repair Program
Bowling Green just rolled out a new home repair program to help eligible residents fix up their properties. If your house needs some TLC, you could qualify for financial assistance straight from the city.
Waste Management Contract
Bowling Green just gave its recycling contract to Rumpke, meaning you'll see them handling your curbside pickup from now on. It's a routine vendor switch, but it impacts how your weekly trash and recyclables get hauled away.
Judicial Appointment
Governor Mike DeWine just appointed Alyssa Blackburn-Dolan to the Bowling Green Municipal Court. She'll be handling the day-to-day legal cases right here in our city.
Municipal Building Opening
Bowling Green just opened a brand-new city hall that puts all local government services under one roof. No more running all over town just to pay a bill or grab a permit—everything is now in one convenient spot.