WI Treasurer Candidate Dylan Helmenstine Says State Government Should Be ‘Fighting Back for the People, Building Up Trust Again…’
Dem WI Treasurer Candidate Dylan Helmenstine Urges Transparency, Trust, and Investment in Our Communities
Speaking to members of the Democratic Party of Columbia County Wisconsin at its May 9 monthly meeting, Democratic State Treasurer candidate Dylan Helmenstine centered his remarks on a simple theme: Wisconsin needs a state government that is transparent, dependable, and focused on helping local communities thrive. Drawing on his experience in local government, rural emergency services, school leadership, and public finance, Helmenstine argued that many of the state’s most urgent problems may feel local, but they are part of a broader statewide crisis that requires action and accountability.
Local experience, statewide vision: Helmenstine described his background on a rural school board, village board, EMS leadership team, and in public finance as preparation for a statewide office with practical reach.
Communities are under strain: He pointed to mounting pressure on rural schools, emergency services, roads, and other basic services as evidence that Wisconsin communities need a stronger partner in state government.
Transparency is essential: A major focus of his address was making public financial information easier for voters to understand so people can clearly see how state and local decisions affect their lives.
School funding must be fixed: Helmenstine said school funding and referendum language are often so confusing that voters cannot easily connect decisions at the ballot box to their real-world consequences.
Build common ground: He highlighted broad support among school boards for dependable special education funding as proof that Wisconsinites across political divides can unite around shared values.
Public schools must be protected: In the discussion period, he also stressed that school choice should not come at the expense of public schools that serve every student.
Helmenstine closed by calling for renewed trust in government and a stronger Democratic push for clear, fair stewardship of public dollars. His message to Columbia County Democrats was both practical and hopeful: when people understand the issues and organize around common ideals, Wisconsin can move forward again.