Wood County Commissioner Doris Herringshaw has announced her candidacy for re-election.
During her time as county commissioner, many positive things have occurred, leading to a strong jobs climate in Wood County, a thriving agricultural community and a balanced budget based on a strong economy and conservative decision making. Still Herringshaw believes there are both challenges and opportunities to be addressed to keep Wood County a special place to work, live and raise a family.
Her colleagues have elected her to serve as president of the commissioners in addition she has also served as chairman of the Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments and on executive council and the County Commissioners Association of Ohio Agriculture, Rural Affairs Committee.
With an eye to fiscal responsibility and enhanced efficiency, the Child Support Enforcement Agency was relocated to adjoin the existing Job and Family Services offices. The Veterans Assistance was also moved to a more convenient location. The jail remodeling and expansion project was completed to provide a safer atmosphere for those incarcerated, providing improved medical and monitoring facilities. The Solid Waste District has been able to fund additional recycling bins and signage across the county to increase convenience and availability.
Herringshaw’s background in small business, agriculture, community and public service coupled with her education has assisted in making decisions which improve the wellbeing of Wood County residents.
Herringshaw has served in a variety of community leadership positions. She was honored to receive the Athena Award from the Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce for serving as a role model and mentoring young women as well as recognition of her outstanding community leadership and service.
Herringshaw has a bachelor’s degree in education from Kent State University and graduate degrees from Bowling Green State University in education, leadership and policy studies.
For much of her career, she served the Ohio State University as an Extension Educator, and county and district chairperson working with families and government officials to improve quality of life.
“Wood County is known as one of the best managed counties in Northwest Ohio with many assets that help shape our priorities. This is a record I want to continue to build on for the residents of the county. There is more to do, and I look forward to being a part of our continued progress.”
Herringshaw and her husband Paul have been part of the family farm operation for over 40 years in Liberty Township.
