Jim Brey appointed Manitowoc County treasurer & more in the latest Watchdog Wednesday
The move comes as current County Treasurer Kathy Reissmann is leaving the office. She announced her resignation in June and is expected to work her last day July 19.
Reissman was appointed county treasurer by the county board June 18, 2024, just a few months before she was elected to the position during the 2024 fall election.
Brey will now fill the position until the next regular election for county treasurer, which will take place in November 2028.
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County Board Chairperson Tyler Martell announced Brey as his pick for county treasurer in a letter to the County Board July 9. Brey resigned from his seat on the county board the same day to avoid any conflicts of interest.
Martell wrote: "Supervisor Brey brings with him a wealth of experience in local government, having dedicated over three decades of service to our community through his roles on both the Manitowoc County Board and Manitowoc City Council. His longstanding commitment to public service is undeniable and I know he will take on this new role with the same enthusiasm that he has consistently demonstrated during his tenure."
The county board met July 15 for its regular meeting and approved Brey's appointment.
Jefferson Elementary and Washington Middle schools will offer a free dinner service to students engaged in after-school activities starting in September.
The Manitowoc School Board approved the pilot program during its July 8 meeting.
The after-school meals will be provided as part of the Community Eligibility Provision, a federally funded program that already allows the Manitowoc Public School District to provide students with breakfast and lunch free of cost.
According to agenda documents, the district will need at least 50 students total to take part in the after-school dinners to make the program profitable for the district. The success of the pilot program will determine if the district will make it available to all schools.
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Contact Alisa M. Schafer at aschafer@gannett.com. "Watchdog Wednesday" is a weekly series that aims to give you the news you need to stay on top of local government.
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