George Peterman - Waushara County Supervisor - District 9

05/19/2026

As of today, I have now attending at least one meeting of every committee I was assigned to back in April.

My committee assignments are:
Board of Adjustments
Cap Services
Library Services
Hancock Library
Public Safety
Economic Development

At most of the meetings, I was getting acquainted with my fellow committee members and just getting the basics down. However, there were two items that I thought were important to share.

First, at our May Board of Adjustments meeting I was nominated and accepted the role of Chairperson for this committee. I have served on this committee for several years now, and I am very familiar with the processes and goals of this committee. I truly appreciate the fact that my fellow committee members trusted me with the role as Chairperson.

Second, At the Library Services Committee meeting we were discussing the Waushara County Library's budget. As part of this discussion, I learned of Wisconsin Act 420 reimbursementshttps://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2005/related/lcactmemo/act420.pdf . What I learned is that when residents from one county use another county's library services, the county that the library user is from has to reimburse the other county for this use. For Waushara County this means we pay out close to $90K for those services and we receive back around $30K. That is a $60K hole in our County's library budget due to library users going to out of county libraries. The best way to fix this is to get the message out to "Read Local". Our local libraries are essential to our communities and our libraries have access to most resources the big city libraries have. Additionally, if we want to keep our libraries viable, well staffed, and in good repair, we need to lessen this $60K deficit in our county library budget.

That is all for month one as your County Board
Supervisor.

Take Care and have a safe and fun filled Memorial Day Weekend, while not forgetting the reason for Holiday.

04/15/2026

Just a reminder that Belinda and I are hosting an Open House on Thursday 4/16/26 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. This is our chance to say "Thank You" to everyone who contributed in any way to helping me achieve my new position as the County Board Supervisor for District 9 in Waushara County.

We will have food, beverages and great conversation. Please feel welcome to stop by and allow me to Thank You in person!

04/09/2026

My wife Belinda and I are hosting an open house next Thursday 4/16/26. Please feel free to stop down, have a few snacks, and enjoy some great conversation with your neighbors!

Quick Edit: Our Open House is open to anyone who supported me, no matter if you lived in or outside of District 9! This is just our way to say "Thank You" for everyone's support. Please come if you are able.

04/08/2026

I want to send out a quick thank you to everyone who voted for me to represent you on the Waushara County Board. It will be my sincere honor to serve as your District 9 representative for the next 2 years (and hopefully beyond).

As a side note: A quick observation of the vote totals showed that we had an approximate 33% turnout for the spring election throughout the whole county. I am proud to say that all three townships that District 9 represents were at, or above, the County average. Leading the way for the entire county was Town of Deerfield with a 43% turnout. I am super proud of the citizens of District 9. Way to get out and vote!

Stay tuned.... More to come

04/07/2026

03/30/2026

My wife Belinda and I had a great time walking around different areas of District 9 over the weekend. We went door to door meeting voters and leaving them with informational handouts to help everyone get to know me better.

After we finished Sunday's journey, I figured we logged close to 10 miles over the two days and we met what seemed like hundreds of people (but it was probably more like dozens of people) What struck me the most over our two days of knocking on doors was how everyone seemed to welcome our visit.

Though most conversations were brief, we had many longer conversations with people. We got to meet many dogs at the door, and all were friendly! We had a few doors open, not knowing who lived at the house, only to be surprised that we knew the home owners. I was even invited in a house to watch Yelich's 8th inning homerun against the White Sox on Sunday.

It is these experiences that truly reinforce my belief that Waushara County's strength lies in its citizens. Whenever I am asked about where I am from, I am always proud to let people know I am from Waushara County.

Please do not forget to get out and vote on April 7th!

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03/29/2026

12/05/2025

Happy Friday! I had a request to display the most current Waushara County Supervisor District map, so here that is. There have been some changes to the Districts since the last time I served on the Board.

12/02/2025

Today marks the first day I can officially collect nomination signatures for my candidacy as Waushara County Supervisor for District 9. On Thursday 12/04/25 at 6:00 pm, I am hosting a meet and greet at my business office located at 205 E. Main St, Suite 37A. Please feel free to stop by on Thursday night and say "Hi!". Additionally, if you are able to attend the meet and greet, and reside in district 9, I will have nomination papers available to sign, if you so choose.

If you can not make the meet and greet, but would still like to sign nomination papers, or would just like to get to know me a little better, please feel free to message me and I will do my best to make time for you.

Hope to see you Thursday!

Take Care and Stay Warm!

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11/23/2025

Hello all, and Happy Opening Day to all our hunters out there. It has been quite some time since I posted on this page, but as most can guess, I am bringing life back to this page because I will once again run to be the Waushara County Supervisor for District 9.

For those in my District that don't know me, or would like to know more about me, I plan on hosting a "Meet and Greet" at my office (Located at 205 E. Main St. Suite 37A in Wautoma, WI) on 12/4/25 from 6pm - 7pm. All are invited to stop by, ask questions and engage in friendly conversation.

For those that may not be able to stop by, but would still like to know a little more about me, here are some quick facts:

- I have been married to my wife Belinda for 28 years and together we have raised two daughters, who are now well on their way into successful adulthood

- I have been a resident of Waushara County for 29 years, with the past 21 years residing in District 9

- I have been a self-employed business owner in Waushara County for the past 11 years. Prior to owning my own business, I was employed at the Waushara County Sheriff's Office for 16 years.

- I previously served on the Waushara County Board 2018-2020. I opted not to re-run in 2020 to concentrate on other personal and professional goals

- I am currently a Supervisor for the Town of Wautoma Board

- Lastly, but maybe most importantly for this post, I am a person that has always been called to public service and helping my community. Whether it has been working in Law Enforcement, co-founding the JailBreak Marathon, working at our local election centers, serving on Town and County Boards and Committees, or helping our local teens become safe drivers, I feel like I am my best version of myself when I am helping citizens in our community. That is what I wish to continue to do if I am fortunate enough to be elected as the Supervisor for District 9

I appreciate you taking time to read this, and hopefully I will see many of you on December 4th at 6:00pm.

Be good to yourselves, but be better to others.

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