School board races are dominating ballots across Milwaukee County, including Cudahy and Franklin, where several candidates are vying for an open seat.
In Cudahy, seven candidates are running to fill two open seats. Tuesday's primary will set the stage for the April election.
People told TMJ4 some of the issues important to them include potential school closings and how learning material is made accessible to students.
"I have a 4-year-old who just started K4, so I wanted to make sure I was involved and did my part and have a say in how I think the school should be run," says voter Tyler Menz.
"Need to make sure we attend every vote and do everything we can to make sure that we continue with a fair and equal electoral process for all people," added voter John Bielinski.
In the Franklin Public School district, seven candidates are in the race to fill three seats this spring. Voters will cut that field to six for the April ballot.
"Well, this is our next generation. You know what happens now with all that's going on in the world it's important," Shirley Simon said after casting her ballot in Franklin.
"I don't take this right lightly. This is important and that's why we try to come out as a family," Karen Jazwiecki explained.
Voters shared the sense that the school board's makeup impacts the entire community whether they have children currently enrolled in their local schools.
Polls are open Tuesday through 8:00 p.m. across the state.
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