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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bowling Green public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Community Development Programs Update
Housing Program Administrator Matt Snow will brief the commission on the state of city housing programs — relevant to anyone concerned about affordable housing availability in Bowling Green.
Ward redistricting
Council adopted a cleaner Ward 1 boundary that runs along Court Street, moving about five blocks on the north side into Ward 1 — partly to make the map easier to communicate to voters and to include the courthouse and university students in Ward 1.
2026 Supplemental Budget and 2027 Revenue Estimate
The Board of Public Utilities will review the proposed budget November 9, with approval expected November 23 and the council finance budget hearing December 3. Council also adopted 2027 utilities contracts and tree-trimming services.
Finance Committee cancelled
The quarterly finance update was cancelled because the city still has no full-time Finance Director, and budget season will bring the numbers anyway.
2.95-mill Parks and Recreation Levy
Parks Director Kristin Otley reported over 1,100 kids in summer programs, a master plan survey wrapping up with a November report, and upcoming events like Winterfest and the Leave the Leaves partnership.