I’m writing about Brenna Reynolds and Mark Wongrowski, two people I believe have a lot to offer Wood County government.
My experience in public service has taught me that good local government is about people. It’s about showing up, listening, doing the work, and treating people with respect.
That’s what I see in both Brenna and Mark.
I’ve watched Brenna’s work on Rossford City Council, and she has spent time doing the kind of work that doesn’t always get much attention but matters a great deal. She asks questions, listens to people, brings people together, and works to find practical solutions. Her focus on better coordination among fire and EMS providers, responsible financial planning, local decision-making, and making county government a better partner to our local communities reflects the kind of approach I think is important at the county level.
Brenna has also demonstrated that commitment through her work in the community. She has held numerous community conversations and constituent meetings, spent countless hours in public meetings, worked on improvements to parks and city services, and helped lead the effort that resulted in Rossford’s first full-time fire department. Those are tangible examples of someone who is willing to put in the time and do the work.
Mark brings a different but equally valuable set of experiences to county government. Growing up on his family’s farm taught him the importance of keeping your word and following through. His experience managing large budgets in local businesses gives him a practical understanding of financial responsibility and accountability.
The auditor’s office deals with numbers that affect every property owner in Wood County. I appreciate Mark’s emphasis on making that information clear and understandable, while maintaining accurate records, strong financial controls, and accountability. Those are basic responsibilities, but they are important ones.
County government touches more of our daily lives than people realize – from property values and tax bills to public safety and infrastructure. Good government doesn’t happen by itself. It takes people who are willing to listen, work with others, and take responsibility for the decisions they make.
That’s what I see in Brenna Reynolds and Mark Wongrowski, and it’s why I believe both would bring a thoughtful, practical approach to their respective county offices.
Mike Aspacher
Mayor of Bowling Green
