Melinda Hill has been providing senior leadership to our city and state for many years. Electing Melinda will ensure the City continues in good hands going forward.
During her 2011-2016 tenure as a City Commissioner, and again from 2020-2024, Hill had responsibility for oversight of city management for this 75,000 person city. She has worked diligently for the citizens to:
- Make public policy and strategic direction for the City
- Keep the City’s “rainy day fund” fully funded
- Review and approve the City budget
During this time, Melinda also served the community on these boards:
- Sloan Convention Center Board Chairperson (2013-2016)
- ITA Board of Directors (2013-2016)
- Job Development Incentive Program (JDIP) Chairperson (2013-2016)
In addition to her city government leadership, Melinda is proud to have served the Commonwealth of Kentucky – initially as the Deputy Commissioner in the Department of Revenue, and later as the Chief of Staff for the Finance and Administration Cabinet.
As Chief of Staff, Melinda was responsible for oversight of over 1,500 employees in ten departments. She had the honor of representing the Finance and Administration Cabinet on a number of influential state committees:
- KY Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA)
- KY Housing Authority (KRA)
- State Investment Commission (SIC)
- KY River Authority (KRA)
- KY State Property and Buildings Commission (KSPBC)
- KY Asset/Liability Commission (ALCo)
- KY Commission on Military Affairs (KCMA)
Most recently, Melinda was honored with the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 ATHENA award which:
- Recognizes accomplished individuals who actively support women in attaining professional excellence and leadership skills.
- Highlights what recipients have accomplished in addition to ways they have paved the path for future successes.