{"id":7662,"date":"2025-04-20T10:35:34","date_gmt":"2025-04-20T10:35:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/princetonillinois.com\/?p=7662"},"modified":"2025-04-20T10:35:34","modified_gmt":"2025-04-20T10:35:34","slug":"2025-election-questionnaire-martin-makransky-princeton-city-council-shaw-local","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/princetonillinois.com\/?p=7662","title":{"rendered":"2025 Election Questionnaire: Martin Makransky, Princeton City Council – Shaw Local"},"content":{"rendered":"


Martin Makransky <\/span>(Photo provided by Martin Makransky)
Name: Martin Makransky
What office are you seeking? Princeton City Council<\/a>
Age:
Occupation and employer: I proudly served in the United States Air Force for 21 years before transitioning to my current role as a teacher and the head coach of cross country and track & field at St. Bede Academy.
For the past four years, I\u2019ve had the privilege of serving as a councilman for the city of Princeton.
Education: I hold a Bachelor\u2019s in Education from Illinois State University and a Bachelor\u2019s in Information Systems Management from Park University. I am also a graduate of Illinois Valley Community College and Princeton High School.
Community involvement: As a long-time member of St. Louis Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus, I am deeply committed to serving my community. I have been involved in many local initiatives, including the Flags of Freedom Committee, Habitat for Humanity, and the revitalization of Veteran\u2019s Park. I\u2019ve also been a member of the steering committee for the Homestead Festival and have volunteered for Festival 56, where my family and I have hosted festival guests for 18 years.
Family: Tracy and I are proud parents of four children and grandparents to three wonderful grandchildren.
I am running for reelection because I find great satisfaction in making a positive, direct impact on our community. Over the past four years, I\u2019ve strived to be a voice for the people, listening to their concerns, and finding balanced solutions to local issues. My focus has always been to advocate for policies that protect residents financially while ensuring that our community continues to grow and thrive.
Looking ahead, my vision for Princeton is a community where everyone feels heard and valued. I want to encourage greater engagement in council meetings, fostering an open dialogue where residents can share their ideas and concerns. I\u2019m committed to supporting small businesses, promoting tourism, and continuing to make Princeton a great place to live, work and visit.
We\u2019ve made significant strides in economic development, and we must continue to promote small business incentives, invest in our infrastructure, and enhance our community\u2019s strengths. Our public schools, chamber of commerce, and tourism programs are vital assets that deserve continued support. I also believe it\u2019s important to focus on local jobs by highlighting vocational programs and community colleges that align with the demands of our workforce.
Our city services, including our top-tier fire and police departments, hospital, and public works, are essential to the quality of life in Princeton. I\u2019m proud that we own our electric department and have maintained control of our garbage and recycling services\u2014this local control allows us to serve residents efficiently and responsibly.
One of the things I am most proud of during my time on the council is the creation of a warming center for homeless individuals. Princeton is a caring community, and I believe we can continue to help those in need, not just temporarily, but through long-term solutions. If this issue grows, we will explore more permanent options.
Supporting local nonprofits is also a priority for me. We\u2019ve built strong partnerships with organizations that support public health, mental health, youth services, and housing. These partnerships improve the quality of life for all residents.
Finally, Princeton\u2019s reputation as a welcoming and vibrant community must be maintained. I\u2019m committed to preserving our historic charm while promoting our local assets\u2014our library, theaters, and local events. As I always say, there\u2019s something for everyone in Princeton.
I\u2019m proud of the progress we\u2019ve made, and I\u2019m excited for the future. I ask for your support to continue working together to make Princeton an even better place to call home<\/p>\n

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