Tyler Martell

Infrastructure / Transportation Tyler will continue to support a robust and responsible maintenance plan for county highways. However, we should also be looking to increase revenue opportunities by partnering with other local governments. Our towns, villages, and cities are all struggling to keep up with road maintenance. Through partnership, all levels of local government can work together to ensure the longevity of our infrastructure at the best value to taxpayers. Taxes / Budget If we are to continue having a sales tax, it should not just fund existing operations. Instead, Tyler will have three priorities: lower the property tax burden on homeowners, reduce borrowing, and pay off debt. Taxes / Budget The people of Manitowoc County deserve a budget process that is open, transparent, and accountable. As County Executive, Tyler will engage the County Board, department directors, employees, and most importantly, the public when establishing budget priorities. Economy Other counties are competing in today’s economy, and Manitowoc County must do the same. It’s imperative that we take an active role in economic development by building partnerships with municipalities, businesses, and community organizations. Whether it be zoning and regulation reform, incentivizing business relocation or expansion, supporting housing developments, or simply marketing all of the wonderful things our county has to offer, together, we can create new opportunities and ensure a thriving local economy. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Tyler believes that every school district in Manitowoc County should have a School Resource Officer. As a teacher, Tyler knows first hand that having law enforcement present in our schools not only makes our schools more safe, but it builds positive relationships. As County Executive, Tyler will ensure that every school district who wants a School Resource Officer has one. Criminal Justice / Public Safety We owe a debt of gratitude to our law enforcement officers for keeping us safe. As County Executive, Tyler will ensure that they have the resources and equipment they need, that they are valued in our County, and he will always have their back. Wages / Job Benefits We don’t just owe regular wage and benefits analysis to our employees, but we owe it to the taxpayers so we can say with confidence that we’re getting the best value. As County Executive, Tyler will prioritize a wage and benefits review to make sure we attract and retain quality employees. Housing Tyler will support responsible housing developments and work to remove unnecessary zoning and regulatory barriers that stand in the way of growth. Manitowoc County must be a place where people can live, work, and thrive. Drug Policy As leaders, we don’t always need to reinvent the wheel. We should support what works. As County Executive, Tyler will support the continuation of Drug Court in Manitowoc County. Taxes / Budget As County Executive, Tyler will focus on minimizing new borrowing and reducing debt so that more of our resources can go to operations and services, rather than interest payments. Environment / Energy Tyler knows that farmers and sportsmen are often the best partners in preserving and sustaining our environment and natural resources. As County Executive, Tyler will work to reduce unnecessary red tape while still protecting our soil and water. Drug Policy Tyler has fought to ensure that these funds are being used with strategy and a purpose—not just to plug budget holes. As County Board Chairman, he proposed a task force to bring people together to provide ideas, transparency, and oversight of these funds. As County Executive, Tyler will make this task force a reality.