Republican Party of Sheboygan County Presents: 
Spotlight on John Belanger 
Candidate for Mayor of the City of Sheboygan 

John’s vision for unity and progress, “Development by Design–Not by Default,” aims to create sustainable progress while honoring Sheboygan’s heritage.

“I believe in Sheboygan. Together, we can embrace challenges, find solutions, and build a city where every resident feels proud to call this city home. We must honor our rich past and Sheboygan’s values as we shape our future together. I’m ready to lead from the front as your next mayor.” John Belanger  

John’s campaign centers on uniting Sheboygan under a shared vision of trust, accountability, and hope.

Addressing Challenges with Solutions 

Sheboygan’s image has been tarnished by financial missteps, lawsuits, and a lack of cohesive planning. John believes these issues can be solved with proactive leadership:

Development by Design

• Economic Development: Revitalizing the empty South Pointe Business Park and unlocking opportunities for growth
• City Planning: Updating Sheboygan’s overdue comprehensive plan
• Homelessness: Fostering collaborative efforts to create lasting solutions
• Housing Shortages: Prioritizing strategic development to meet current demand

• Transparency: renewing a commitment to openness and accountability
• Collaboration: Involving stakeholders in the decision-making process with a focus on listening to your needs and concerns
• Communication: Clear, concise, consistent communication on city business

• Reduced city debt from $64 million to $26 million while maintaining financial surpluses.
• Championed cost-saving initiatives, including eliminating special assessments for road projects to save citizens money.
• Supported economic growth, driving development and opportunity.

What personal traits make John a good fit for mayor?

Honesty / Transparency / Accountability / Experience
John believes that relationships demand honesty to grow and thrive. As a leader, he tries to be straightforward and honest in all interactions. He believes that lack of transparency in government leads to public distrust and paranoia. John will always be accountable, praising the team and workers when results are good and shouldering the blame when the mark is missed, always working to be better.
John takes his role as Alderman seriously, and in his eight years as an alderman, he has been on most committees. He understands how the city works and has established relationships with department heads. He has the experience necessary to lead and be successful.John is running for mayor to work for Sheboygan and restore Sheboygan’s image as the best place in America to raise a family.

Vote on April 1 for John Belanger
for Mayor of the City of Sheboygan 

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