Hillsdale City Council Ward 4 · Nov 3, 2026
Steve
McDowell
Steve McDowell is running for Hillsdale City Council Ward 4 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against David Hambleton.
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The race · City Council Ward 4
- 01David Hambleton
- 02Steve McDowellYou’re reading
Background
- About
- Longtime captain and deputy chief with the Hillsdale Fire Department, born and raised in Hillsdale.
Steve McDowell did not respond to The Hillsdalian's request for an interview for its Ward 4 preview. The Hillsdalian · Oct 12, 2026
On the record: Steve McDowell
3 sourced01Roads1 sourced position
Said the plan to fix the roads is taking too long and that roads would be his first priority.
Our roads are horrific,”
Forum answerHillsdale Collegian · Sep 24, 2026Link
02Tax abatements1 sourced position
Proposed temporary tax abatements to encourage businesses to move to Hillsdale.
We want those businesses investing in territory to be excited about the prospect of being here, and tax abatements provide an opportunity to foster that,”
Forum answerHillsdale Collegian · Sep 24, 2026Link
03Special assessments1 sourced position
as reported by the Hillsdale Collegian; not a direct quote
Said the city should attract businesses and pursue state grants to fund road repairs rather than use special assessment districts.
Forum answerHillsdale Collegian · Sep 24, 2026Link
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