Washtenaw County Commissioner Kent Martinez-Kratz recently announced he is seeking re-election to the District 1 seat.
Martinez-Kratz has served the district for three terms.
“As County Commissioner, I have been dedicated to maintaining Washtenaw County as an attractive place to live, work, and raise a family,” he said in a press release.
“During my tenure, property values have risen for six straight years. The county has reduced its debt by 60 million dollars and has an AAA bond rating,” he said, adding, “Communities in Western Washtenaw County have strong employment opportunities and are magnets for businesses like Gestamp, which is investing in its Chelsea operations. The Border to Border trail continues to expand and offer residents safe recreation options.”
Martinez-Kratz said he is committed to the environment and continues to serve as the liaison to CARD (the Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane) and actively advocates to keep the air, water, and rivers safe.
He serves on the:
- Washtenaw Community Mental Health Board ● Community Mental Health Partnership of Southeast Michigan Board ● CARD, Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane ● Washtenaw County Police Services Steering Committee ● Local Emergency Planning Committee.
Prior to his election to the County Commission, Martinez-Kratz served for seven years on the Chelsea City Council and was a past Chelsea Recreation Board member.
He lives in Chelsea with his wife Marina and three children, Max, Jesse and Sierra.
