WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) — The first candidate in a county race without an incumbent has been announced.
Wednesday morning current Marathon County Sheriff Scott Parks announced that he would not seek reelection to his position in 2022. About 3 hours later a release was issued by Marathon County Cheif Deputy Chad Billeb announcing his candidacy for Marathon County Sheriff.
In the release, Billeb is supported and endorsed by Sheriff Parks saying, “After being appointed Sheriff in May 2013, I promoted Chad Billeb to be my Chief Deputy. I did it because he is the perfect fit for me and was not afraid to professionally advise me when he felt a decision I was making should be reconsidered. He is informed, knowledgeable and a leader I depended on. He was given much leeway to maneuver because I trust him and am asking you to do the same. I endorse Chad Billeb to be the next Marathon County Sheriff.”
Billeb began his law enforcement career in 1993 and joined the Marathon County Sheriff’s Office in December of 1999. Since joining the county, Billeb has worked as a Patrol Deputy, Investigator, Lieutenant, Division Commander, and Chief Deputy/Undersheriff since 2013.
Of his candidacy, Billeb says, “I am honored to have the support of Sheriff Parks and many other law enforcement leaders in Marathon County. It is imperative that together we continue our work on issues that impact our community.
“Our priorities related to the response to mental health concerns, dealing with the heroin and methamphetamine problem and our efforts to be fiscally responsible while managing an ever-changing criminal justice system must not cease. These initiatives require a person with the experience and relationships that I have to continue moving us forward.”
The primary election for Marathon County Sheriff will take place in August of 2022. The general election for the position will be held in November of 2022.
