Green Bay alderperson Kathy Hinkfuss confirmed she will announce her candidacy for mayor on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m., holding a news conference at the Northland Hotel. WBAY reported that Hinkfuss represents District 12 on the city’s southwest side and will use the event to outline her vision for the city.
Hinkfuss will be at least the fourth person to enter the race after Mayor Eric Genrich announced last month he will not seek a third term. Fox 11 Online noted that former mayor Jim Schmitt, city council president Alyssa Proffitt, and past council candidate John Plageman have already declared their intentions. County board member Patrick Evans has formed an exploratory committee but has not formally entered the contest.
The general election is scheduled for April 6, 2025. If more than two candidates qualify, a primary election will be held on Feb. 16, 2025, to narrow the field, according to Fox 11 Online. The upcoming primary could be decisive, given the number of declared candidates.
Hinkfuss’s campaign launch comes as the city continues to address several local priorities, including a citywide traffic safety action plan that the municipality is currently reviewing at an open‑house event. While the mayoral race is the headline, the broader context of city initiatives may shape the candidates’ platforms.
What’s next: Voters will watch for additional candidate filings before the filing deadline. If the field exceeds two, the Feb. 16 primary will determine which two candidates advance to the April 6 general election. Residents can attend the upcoming traffic safety open house for more insight into city projects that may influence the mayoral debate.
Sources: fox11online.com, wbay.com
