I am
Trustee Beth Bowen
For over three years, I have stood for transparency, efficiency, and fiduciary responsibility.
What Does a Trustee Do?
The first duty of a Township Trustee is to oversee how your property tax revenues are expended on the services you enjoy as a resident.
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Public Safety (Fire, EMS, & Police)
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Infrastructure (Water, Sewer)
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Environment (Parks, Pathways)
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Quality of Life (Parks, Festivals, Classes)
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Elections
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Planning, Zoning, and Building Guidelines and Enforcement
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The Township Board, including Trustees, provides vision and leadership for the expansion of residential, commercial, and industrial land use. This includes providing leadership for initiatives that impact township housing, location of jobs, and implementation of public transportation.
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The Township Board hires a Township Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the township staff and programs.
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What has Trustee Bowen Done?
Some initiatives that I have brought to the Township Board and encouraged our staff to explore are:
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Middle-tier and affordable housing initiatives for the Township
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Increasing the Poverty Tax exemption for property owners to 125% of the Federal poverty level
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Providing free menstrual products in every Township-owned public restroom
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New ordinances for hotels and motels to aid public safety officials in apprehending traffickers
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A comprehensive strategic plan, including public art and placemaking
Some Township Stats
Beth is​
Beth believes in
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A current trustee
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A resident
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A Democrat
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A wife and mother
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A dog-lover
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An advocate
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A writer
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Transparency
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Accountability
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Responsible Decision-Making
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Civil Debate
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Equity and Fairness
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Accessibility