City Council First Ward
TERM: 2 years ward council memberSALARY: $5000 RESPONSIBILITIES: Legislative authority to enact ordinance or resolutions, to pass an annual budget, create the functions of all nonelective city offices, boards and commissions, provide for non-classified employees with the exception only of the offices of the finance director, city attorney and municipal administrator, and determine the terms, method of selection, duties, bonds and compensation relating thereto. Confirm or reject appointments made by the mayor to all boards and commissions and the heads of the following offices: the municipal administrator, the finance director, and the city attorney and the heads of such offices or departments created by action of council or under the laws of Ohio.
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Jordan Musgrave
(Dem)
What are your top three priorities for your first or next term?
With two new industries set to consume 2.5 million gallons a day and citizens using 5 million
gallons a day, what would your plan be if our pumping station is unable to pump enough water
to meet the demands such as when we experience a drought?
How will you address the need for more affordable housing in Bowling Green?
Which recommendations in the Climate Action and Resiliency Implementation Plan would you
prioritize?
Campaign Phone Number
5672088933
Education
Elmwood High School
Occupation
Grocery Lead, Meijer
Qualifications
President and Founder of BGOPride, lifelong Wood County resident
My top priorities as a city councilperson are keeping our community safe, vibrant, and inclusive. I will focus on improving traffic safety through better crosswalks, street lighting, and road improvements to protect pedestrians and drivers alike. I am committed to maintaining our parks, trails, and recreational facilities so residents of all ages have places to gather, play, and stay active. Finally, I will ensure diverse voices are represented in all city decisions, making Bowling Green a place where everyone feels valued.
When it comes to water availability, my first priority will always be the health and safety of our citizens. Residents, families, and essential community services must come before industrial demands, especially during times of drought or limited supply.
Given the increasing demands on our water system and the risks posed by drought, I would consider drafting a Drought Contingency Ordinance to ensure that citizens’ essential needs are always prioritized over industrial or non-essential uses. Such an ordinance would establish clear conservation stages, fair restrictions, and enforceable agreements with large water users so that our community is protected in times of shortage.
Affordable housing is one of Bowling Green’s most pressing challenges, and it directly impacts our workforce, students, families, and seniors. I would address this need by working to expand partnerships with developers who are committed to building mixed-income housing, while also advocating for state and federal resources that can support affordability here in our community.
I would focus on storm water strategies. With heavier rainfall events becoming more frequent in our region, effective storm water management is essential to protecting homes, businesses, and public infrastructure from flooding and damage. By investing in green infrastructure, upgrading storm sewer systems, and preserving natural floodplains, the city can better prepare for climate impacts while also improving water quality and supporting healthy ecosystems.
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