Two people are asking for Trenton citizens to vote them in as town chair: Randy Trok and Mike Miller. All other township positions are running unopposed. Incumbents are marked with an asterisk.
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Two people are asking for Trenton citizens to vote them in as town chair: Randy Trok and Mike Miller. All other township positions are running unopposed. Incumbents are marked with an asterisk.
Occupation: General Contractor
Position for which you are running: Town Chairman
Previous elected positions: Town Planning Commissioner, Pierce County Tourism Board of Directors for six years, two years as president; Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors for four years, two years as president; Builders Assoc. of the Twin Cities Board of Directors for three years, River Valley Builders Assoc. Board of Directors for four years, two years as president
Community/civic activities: Habitat for Humanity
What are the biggest challenges faced by the township? Reduced state and federal funding for infrastructure (roads and bridges)
What are the strengths of the township? Its large diversity
Why should people vote for you? I have served on the planning commission and worked with the town board for many years and understand the town government.
What is your favorite part of living in this township? How long have you lived here? I have lived in the township for 36 years. I enjoy the rural atmosphere and the diversity of the township for its residents and visitors.
Occupation: Retired after 30 years from Ford Motor Co.; retired from nine years over the road truck driver
Position for which you are running: Town Chairman
Previous elected positions: Elected to town supervisor and was also appointed to town planning commission
Community/civic activities: Pierce County ATV, numerous car clubs, 15 years US Army Reserves, also a member of Ellsworth American Legion
What are the biggest challenges faced by the township? Our roads are our biggest challenge. We all pay a lot of taxes to run our township the best we can with the revenue we collect, but my opponent owes over $9,200 in back taxes as do many more. Also I will never vote to raise taxes.
What are the strengths of the township? The people of Trenton Township are strength of the township.
Why should people vote for you? People should vote for me for my experience with running three corporations and owning four successful businesses. I know how to communicate with people and solve problems.
What is your favorite part of living in this township? How long have you lived here? Being three miles from a well-known medical center and 50 miles from a main airport. My wife of 53 years and I have lived in Hager City for 52 years where boating and fishing are number one.
Occupation: Reuvers Nursery owner
Position for which you are running: First Town Board Supervisor
Previous elected positions: Currently appointed as First Town Board Supervisor
Community/civic activities: Served as a member of the Trenton Township planning commission and currently serving as an alternate.
What are the biggest challenges faced by the township? We are all feeling the effects of inflation and townships are no different. State aid money for townships have not kept up with inflation for years and we continue to get further behind. One of the biggest challenges is funds to maintain our roads, which every township in Wisconsin is facing.
What are the strengths of the township? One of our strengths is that we are unique township made up of many zones including, agriculture, residential, industrial, commercial and recreational areas. With all this variety brings many points of interest and views, all which must be balanced.
Why should people vote for you? I want to be more involved in the community and I think this is a great area to raise a family and live. I would like to see this continue into the future for others as well. A few years ago, I would have never thought I would run for public office but I believe I can offer valuable insight since I reside and own a business in the township.
What is your favorite part of living in this township? How long have you lived here? I have lived in Trenton township for 28 years. The beautiful landscape is my favorite part of living here. As you drive through the area you can see everything from the river, the scenic bluffs, the fields and all the different people living and using the land for their different needs.
Position for which you are running: Second Town Board Supervisor
Position for which you are running: Clerk
Occupation: Court Operations Associate for the State of Minnesota
Position for which you are running: Treasurer
Previous elected positions: Treasurer
Community/civic activities: Ellsworth FFA Alumni, St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Red Wing, Minn.
What are the biggest challenges faced by the township? Financial constraints
What are the strengths of the township? Coming together as a small community whenever anyone is in need.
Why should people vote for you? I take pride in my work and making sure we have no financial errors.
What is your favorite part of living in this township? How long have you lived here? Community strength and helping a neighbor in need when needed. I have lived here 15 years.
