Jacob Bonnema: Our Commonsense, Constitutional, Conservative Commissioner.
He is YOUR independent voice on county commission. Jacob consistently votes with common sense to make decisions for all of us on the Ottawa County Commission.
His qualifications to the community he serves are unmatched.
Husband, father of 5, grandfather of 2
Devout Christian
Accomplished businessman
Unwavering patriot
As a conservative leader, Bonnema has fought tirelessly on Ottawa County Commission for government transparency and accountability, to reduce the size of government, protect the rule of law, honor all people equally and use common sense in deliberations.
Jacob represents the 4th District of Ottawa County, which includes the city of Zeeland and sections of Holland and Zeeland Charter Townships.
Jacob is dedicated to ensuring our local county government works for you.
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Engrained in Ottawa County
“I committed myself to West Michigan well before I became a county commissioner. I committed my life to helping people, being a force for good, to provide fairness and equality under the law, and be a voice at the table for us all.”
Jacob Bonnema
My Promise to You
Protect Life.
Protect Parental Rights.
No Medical Mandates without Informed Consent.
Election Security.
Stand with Police.
Uncompromising Government Transparency.
Cut Wasteful Spending.
Liberty and Equality for All.
Defend Private Property Rights.
Grow Our Economy.
Preserve and Protect our Natural World.
JOBS AND BUSINESS EXPANSION.
Ottawa County has the fastest-growing economy in the U.S. Prior to COVID, we had the lowest unemployment rate in Michigan, and we leads the nation in job creation. We’ve been repeatedly ranked among the best places to start and grow a business.
Jacob understands strong business growth is essential to supporting working families. His advocacy has brought competitive taxes and utility rates to ensure everyone in Ottawa County can find the job and career that fulfills them.
RESPONSIBLE SPENDING. LOWER TAXES.
Jacob is putting tax dollars to work by being smarter with our money and ensuring working families, community mental health and more are properly funded and function FOR the people. He wants to lower taxes and add no new mileages!
Jacob knows the past four years have been the most fiscally irresponsible in our county’s history. Every dollar spent, every legal payment, every rate increase and tax hike hits US FIRST.
Making smarter decisions on county spending is the best way to ensure it works for everyone.
BACK
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Ottawa County is ranked among the most efficient and effective community public safety programs in Michigan. He knows that reforms don’t come easy, but protecting people means having smart and committed members of the sheriffs department, 9-1-1 service and emergency preparedness programs.
Every place from downtown Zeeland, Jenison, Borculo, Allendale, Grand Haven and in between, should be a safe place to live, work, learn and grow.
A Life of Christian Service.
A Few Words About Jacob Bonnema
A Strong Voice for Ottawa County
Jacob resides in historic, downtown Zeeland. He is an active member at Family Life Church. He is an Eagle Scout, active in politics, and an Elite Producer in the financial sector.
He is currently an independent commercial insurance agent for Ottawa Kent Insurance. Prior to his work in the insurance industry, he was President and CEO at Desert River Games LLC, and co-owner of Chuck Norris’s World Combat League.
He has served on numerous boards and committees that support the US Military, sports leagues, and urban development.
The Bonnema children attended Zeeland Public Schools. Jacob’s oldest daughter is adopted from Ethiopia and formerly worked at Gentex. His oldest son and daughter-in-law are full time missionaries based in Livingston, Zambia.
Two more sons attend Western Michigan University on full-ride football scholarships while pursuing degrees in Finance.
His youngest daughter is currently sharing in the family’s missionary zeal and is serving in Zambia.
