BOWLING GREEN, Ohio - The Northwestern Water and Sewer District's Board of Trustees convened for its inaugural meeting of the year, announcing updates to its leadership team.
Trustee Reappointments
Three trustees were officially sworn in for additional terms, set to expire in December 2027:
- Steve Arnold: Reappointed by the township members of The District
- Douglas J. Miller: Reappointed by the Wood County Commissioners
- Mark Sheffer: Reappointed by the municipal members of The District
2025 Board Officers
The board approved the following officers for the upcoming year:
- Chairman: Douglas Miller (reelected)
- Vice-Chair: Melinda Kale (reelected)
- Secretary: Chuck Latta (newly elected)
Board Composition
The District's ten-member Board of Trustees provides operational and policy governance, representing a cross-section of the service area:
- 3 seats appointed by member municipalities.
- 3 seats appointed by member townships.
- 3 seats appointed by Wood County Commissioners.
- 1 seat appointed by Henry County Commissioners.
This diverse representation ensures the board reflects the needs and interests of the communities it serves. The District serves over 20,000 customers across Hancock, Henry, Sandusky, and Wood Counties, supplying more than 5.4 million gallons of clean drinking water and treating 850,000 gallons of wastewater daily.