Todd Ware

Todd Ware Biography

Todd Ware is the newly elected 3rd Ward Councilman. Todd was raised in Zanesville and attended Zanesville High School where he wrestled and played football. Todd learned the value of being a team player early on. At an early age Todd joined the Army and served our country for 28 consecutive years. Todd has Three Combat tours and holds numerous military citations and awards. Todd's overseas tours include: Korea, Germany, Greece, Canada, Panama, Grenada, Africa, Saudi Arabia; and Afghanistan (Hooah!). He also served as Aide-de-Camp for several General Officers including Colin Powell. He is a retired U.S. Army First Sergeant Infantry/Logistics.

Todd holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Education, a Master’s Degree in Education Technology and a Master’s Degree in Pan African Studies from The University of Louisville. Todd has seven children and nine grandchildren living in the Zanesville area.

Todd has been the proud owner of a successful rental business in Muskingum County for over 25 years and tremendously loves people.

Todd is passionate and caring about our community and the 3rd Ward he represents. His goals are to promote fair, balanced development throughout the 3rd Ward. He also wants to get our young people in the community involved as well as the local churches ("It takes a village to raise our children"). He will also focus on public spaces such as roads and parks. Todd wants to promote the areas by Our Y-Bridge for future generations to enjoy (This Is What We're About!!!). He would love to get a FAMILY City Water Park, centrally located, for all residents to enjoy as well. Todd enjoys riding his Harley and is a lifelong member of the Wings of Hope Church. He is a lifelong member of the DAV, the American Legion and the NAACP. He also serves on the board of The Nelson T. Gant Foundation. He is also a Tribal Elder of North American Indian Association of Akron, Ohio. Todd has done a Full Circle and has came back to Our Fine City to help It's Fine Citizens and be a Force for Change.