Ward 2 Council Member· 2024-01-02–2027-12-01 (sworn in at the January 2, 2024 council meeting per council minutes, re-elected unopposed November 4, 2025 and sworn January 5, 2026; Wood County BOE Elected Officials List updated 1/5/2026 shows current term Commences 1/1/2026 and Took Office 2023; month-level end: December 2027 per same list showing Expires 12/31/2027)
Joel T. O'Dorisio
Bowling Green
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 9
- Total speaking time
- 14:23
- Avg per meeting
- 1:36
- Segments
- 200
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Top issues during term (16)(Public Safety)
Vacant building enforcement program
Vacant property owners will face registration requirements and potentially significant fines; the city gains a new enforcement revenue and tracking tool.
public safety infrastructure
Mayor reported the project is on budget, though no dollar figure was given.
Not In Our Town community conversations
Vehicle accident prevention and fleet safety
Vehicle maintenance costs and accident liabilities will be reflected in the reports.
Two new fire stations
Funded by the recently passed fire station tax levy; no new costs discussed at the meeting.
Domestic violence victim support in low-income housing
Tenant education and rental property complaints
Enforcement of school-zone traffic signal on Fairview Avenue
Fire Division wins national cardiac care award — fifth year running
No cost to residents — this is recognition of existing staff performance.
Street parking congestion and child safety on Wexford Drive
E-scooter and e-bike rules downtown and on sidewalks
Low-speed micromobility devices ordinance
New Everbridge emergency notification system launched
Masonic Temple storm damage
Repairs are being pursued partly through grant funds and insurance.
Human Relations Commission 2025 activities and 2026 plans
The commission's grant allocation rose from $1,600 to $2,500, with $1,100 awarded in spring grants.
Snow Emergency Response and Utility Reliability
Decisions during term (0)
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Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
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