News from BG: February 16, 2022
Fire Division Ice Safety Reminders
One of the most important ice safety tips is following ice thickness guidelines. While most people know intuitively that thin ice can be extremely dangerous, fewer may know that white ice or "snow ice" is only about half as strong as new clear ice. Follow the ice thickness recommendations below to maximize safety:

  • 2" or less - STAY OFF!
  • 4" - Ice fishing or other activities on foot
  • 5" - Snowmobile or ATV
  • 8" - 12" - Car or small pickup
  • 12" - 15" - Medium truck

Note: These guidelines are for new, clear solid ice. Many factors other than thickness can cause ice to be unsafe. Double the above thickness guidelines when traveling on white ice to ensure ice safety.
New ice is usually stronger than old ice. Four inches of clear, newly formed ice may support one person on foot, while a foot or more of old, partially thawed ice may not.

Ice seldom freezes uniformly. It may be a foot thick in one location and only an inch or two just a few feet away.

Ice formed over flowing water and currents is often dangerous. This is especially true near streams, bridges, and culverts. Also, the ice outside river bends is usually weaker due to the undermining effects of the faster current.

The insulating effect of snow slows down the freezing process. The extra weight also reduces how much weight the ice sheet can support. Also, ice near shore can be weaker than ice that is farther out.

Schools of fish or flocks of waterfowl can also adversely affect the relative safety of ice. The movement of fish can bring warm water up from the bottom of the lake. In the past, this has opened holes in the ice causing snowmobiles and cars to breakthrough...Continue Reading Ice Thickness Guidelines from ODNR
BG Fire Division Ice Rescue Training
BG Fire Division Ice Rescue Training
Refuse/Recycling Delay
Week of February 21st

In observance of the Presidents' Day holiday, all non-24-hour City facilities will be closed on Monday, February 21st, and refuse and recycling collection will be delayed by one day:

Monday's route will be collected on Tuesday.

Tuesday's route will be collected on Wednesday.

Wednesday's route will be collected on Thursday.

Thursday's route will be collected on Friday.

Questions about this schedule may be directed to Public Works at 419-354-6227.

Never miss a "trash day" again! Download the Recycle Coach App to receive a custom calendar and reminder notifications for special collections.
B.G. Transit Offers
Reduced Fare ID Cards

With a transit ID card, half-priced fares are available to persons aged 65 years or older, children (4-13 years of age) and those with disabilities.

For rides originating and ending within Bowling Green’s corporation limits, the general full-price fare (one way) is $4.00. For rides originating and/or ending outside the city limits, the general full-price fare is $4.50.

The B.G. Transit is fully accessible to persons with disabilities, and open to all.
In service for over 30 years, hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information about the B.G. Transit (including how to receive the reduced fares noted above), please call (419) 354-6203.
Community Feedback Remaining ARPA Funds

In 2021, Congress passed the American Rescue Act Plan (ARPA) to help communities recover from the economic impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. A total of $7.3 million has been allocated to the City of Bowling Green.

Residents are encouraged to fill out the Community Feedback Form. The online form has also been made available at a kiosk located at the Wood County Library, 251 N. Main Street, as well as the City’s Community Development Office, located on the 2nd Floor of the City Building, 304 N. Church Street.

Responses may be submitted through March 11, 2022. All responses will be compiled and shared in a final report.
Snow Streets & Snow Emergencies
Snow streets are designated throughout Bowling Green and are marked with blue and white signs. Vehicles parked on a snow street must be removed within 2 hours after a Snow Emergency is declared. If a Snow Emergency is declared overnight, vehicles must be moved by 9AM. Snow Emergencies are typically called for when the City receives 2"+ of snow. Vehicles parked in violation of snow regulations are subject to towing at the owner's expense and/or a citation.....Read More on Snow Emergencies

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LOCAL NEWS SOURCES
The City of Bowling Green is currently accepting applications for several open positions. Interested applicants may review current Job Postings and the Application Process on the City's website.

Contact the Human Resources Department if additional assistance is required.
COVID-19 vaccines are available through Wood County Health Department and other local providers. Appointments for Wood County Health Department vaccine clinics can be scheduled through ArmorVax, and most clinics allow walk-ins.

Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccines Approved for Children 5 to 11 Years Old; Boosters Approved for Children 12 and older:

The FDA has granted Emergency Use Authorization for the Pfizer Covid-19 Vaccine for children five through 11 years old and CDC has issued a recommendation that children in this age group be vaccinated against COVID-19. 

The Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine for children age five through 11 is administered as a two-dose series, three weeks apart, but is a lower dose (10 micrograms) than that used for individuals 12 years of age and older (30 micrograms). The vaccine was found to be nearly 91% effective in preventing COVID-19 in children five through 11 years old. The vaccine’s safety was studied in approximately 3,100 children in this age group and no serious side effects have been detected in the ongoing study. 

CDC has expanded eligibility for booster doses to those 12 to 15 years old and recommends that adolescents age 12 to 17 receive a booster five months after their initial Pfizer vaccination series.