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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.