2026 Kentucky General Election

Staff Directory • City Council - Jeffersontown, KY

Allison is originally from Jeffersontown, Kentucky. She earned a bachelor's degree in business management from Indiana Wesleyan University. Allison lives in Jeffersontown with her husband, and has five children and three grandchildren.


Allison currently works as a real estate agent at Mayer Realtors.

Allison is currently a member of the Jeffersontown City Council.

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Allison currently serves as a member of the Jeffersontown City Council. She was first elected in 2024 and is serving her first term.

As of September 15, 2026, Allison Head did not have a website or any information online.

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Allison Head

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Cynthia Kinnard is a professional vocalist. She also currently owns Excellence Catering Service. She previously worked as a food service supervisor at Evangel Christian School.



Cynthia Kinnard is currently a member of the Jeffersontown City Council.

As of September 15, 2026, Cynthia Kinnard did not have a website or any information online.

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Cynthia Kinnard

As of September 15, 2026, Debi Sanning did not have a website or any information online.

Debi Sanning

Matt Blum is from Jeffersontown, Kentucky. He received his bachelor's degree in political science and government from Florida State University. Mark lives with his wife, Kristen, and their three children.

Matt currently works as an operations manager for Cover My Meds. He has previously worked as an operations supervisor and the owner of Sweet Tee's LLC.

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Mark is currently serves on the Jeffersontown City Council. He was first elected in 2010 and is serving in his eighth term. 

Excited about the completion of the Skyview Splash Park project after ten years of collaboration.

- Excited about the completion of the Skyview Splash Park project after ten years of collaboration.

As of August 12, 2026, Mark Blum did not have a website or any information online.

Supports the Jeffersontown Occupational Business Savings (J.O.B.S.) program

Supports "continuing the city’s partnership with the Jeffersontown Chamber"

- Supports the Jeffersontown Occupational Business Savings (J.O.B.S.) program
- Supports "continuing the city’s partnership with the Jeffersontown Chamber"

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Mark Russell's campaign for the Jeffersontown City Council At-large seat is his first entry into politics.

Mark currently serves as a Jeffersontown City Council member. 

Believes in fiscal responsibility and supports economic development.

- Believes in fiscal responsibility and supports economic development.

Supports green spaces, facades, and improved lighting for both crime prevention and curb appeal.

- Supports green spaces, facades, and improved lighting for both crime prevention and curb appeal.

Wants to improve the infrastructure in the commerce park and the drainage systems.

- Wants to improve the infrastructure in the commerce park and the drainage systems.

Supports increasing recruitment and retention for the police and public works.

- Supports increasing recruitment and retention for the police and public works.

As of September 15, 2026, Mark Russell’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Mark Russell

Matt Bowdy received his bachelor's degree in communications and his master's degree in health communications from the University of Kentucky. He lives with his wife, Chinelle, and they have two children.

Matt currently works as a director of technology solutions for Unified Growth Partners. He has worked as vice president of transformation and operations for The Bright Hotel. Matt has also worked in various positions for Humana, including director in associate technology experience and a director in resolution/grievances & appeals.

Matt's campaign for the Jeffersontown City Council is his first run for public office.

As of September 15, 2026, Matt Bowdy’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports improving traffic signal timing on  main roads

Supports adding infrastructure such as speed humps and rumble strips near school zones to prevent speeding

- Supports improving traffic signal timing on  main roads
- Supports adding infrastructure such as speed humps and rumble strips near school zones to prevent speeding

Supports preventative strategies for crime, such as neighborhood watch programs

Supports increasing patrol units during high-risk times of day

- Supports preventative strategies for crime, such as neighborhood watch programs
- Supports increasing patrol units during high-risk times of day

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Nita Cox is originally from Louisville, Kentucky. She attended Bellarmine College. She lives with her husband in Jeffersontown, Kentucky. 

Nita previously worked as an accounting administrator at Cornerstone Engineering, Inc., a builder bookkeeper at R.J. Thieneman, as a supervisor in the receivable department at Exelon Corporation, and an account executive at Nextel Partners. 

Nita's campaign for Jeffersontown City Council is her first run for public office. 

As of September 15, 2026, Nita Cox did not have a website or any information online.

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Staff Directory • Pamela Ware - Jeffersontown, KY

Pam Ware is originally from Jeffersontown, Kentucky. She earned a bachelor's degree in elementary education from the University of Louisville. She lives in Jeffersontown with her husband, and they have two children. 

Pam is a city council member. She works at the Jeffersontown City Council, where she has been since November 2008. She previously worked in sales and marketing for various companies for many years.

Pam is a city council member. She previously worked in sales and marketing.

Pam Ware is currently a Councilmember on the Jeffersontown City Council. She was first elected in 2008 and has served eight terms.

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Pam is currently a Councilmember on the Jeffersontown City Council. She was first elected in 2008 and has served eight terms.

As of August 12, 2026, Pam Ware did not have a website or any information online.

Supports job creation, public safety improvements, park expansion, and downtown revitalization in Jeffersontown.

As a City Councilperson, Pam Ware focuses on improving public safety as part of her efforts to shape the community's future.

Focuses on improving public safety as part of her efforts to shape the community's future.

Aims to create jobs, improve public safety, expand parks, and revitalize historic downtown Jeffersontown.

Aims to expand parks and revitalize historic downtown Jeffersontown.

- Aims to expand parks and revitalize historic downtown Jeffersontown.

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Pamela "Pam" Hickey is originally from Jeffersontown, Kentucky.

Pamela previously worked at Heine Brothers Coffee.

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Pam previously worked at Heine Brothers Coffee and as a manager in the pre-press department of a printing company.



Pamela is currently a member of the Jeffersontown City Council. She was first elected in 2024.

Pam currently serves as a member of the Jeffersontown City Council. She was first elected in 2024 and is serving her first term.

As of September 15, 2026, Pamela Hickey did not have a website or any information online.

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Former Fire Chief Randy Lawson also voiced opposition, emphasizing the potential safety and traffic issues. "It's a traffic and safety issue. But that’s not just the only issue. We want them to hear all the issues," Lawson said.

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Randy Lawson is the executive director of the Kentucky Firefighters Association and previously served as a fire chief.

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Former Fire Chief Randy Lawson also voiced opposition, emphasizing the potential safety and traffic issues. "It's a traffic and safety issue. But that’s not just the only issue. We want them to hear all the issues," Lawson said. "They’re trying to solve a problem. What we don’t want is that problem solved on our back."

Debate heats up over plan to rezone properties on Old Taylorsville Road in Jeffersontown

Calls for decision-makers to hear residents' concerns about a proposed rezoning.

- Calls for decision-makers to hear residents' concerns about a proposed rezoning.

Old Taylorsville Road resident Randy Lawson said while he isn’t against the amphitheater, he isn’t willing to put his support to adding new businesses. “The area residents aren't opposed to the amphitheater; we do not want it to fail," Lawson said. "We just don't want it to be to change our landscape, to make that work.” Lawson’s biggest concern is with safety, traffic and higher property taxes that commercial businesses bring to a residential area.

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Opposes commercial rezoning that would change the landscape of a residential area to support an amphitheater.

- Opposes commercial rezoning that would change the landscape of a residential area to support an amphitheater.

Old Taylorsville Road resident Randy Lawson said while he isn’t against the amphitheater, he isn’t willing to put his support to adding new businesses. Lawson’s biggest concern is with safety, traffic and higher property taxes that commercial businesses bring to a residential area. “We don't want the extra traffic," Lawson said. "We don't want the extra noise. We don't want the kids to have to worry about [being] run over."

Opposes commercial rezoning that could add traffic and noise and create pedestrian-safety concerns.

- Opposes commercial rezoning that could add traffic and noise and create pedestrian-safety concerns.

As of September 15, 2026, Randy Lawson did not have a website or any information online.

Randy Lawson

As of September 15, 2026, Randy Lawson’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Perkins and his wife Kathy have been married for 18 years. They have one son, Corey, and a daughter-in-law, Rachel. Their pride and joy is their grandson, Waylan, whom they babysit two days a week and any other time they can get him.

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Ray "Chubby Ray" Perkins is married to Kathy and has one son and one grandson.

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Chubby Ray's Original Pizza Co. & Bistro in Jeffersontown will close on Jan. 29, as owner Ray Perkins retires. He has sold his business to local restaurant group Parlour Pizza, which will launch minor renovations and reopen at 3910 Ruckriegel Parkway under its new brand in April.

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Ray Perkins retired as owner of Chubby Ray's Original Pizza Co. & Bistro in Jeffersontown.

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Ray retired as owner of Chubby Ray's Original Pizza Co. & Bistro in Jeffersontown.

Election Summary Report
2022 General Election
November 8, 2022

OFFICIAL RESULTS
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JEFFERSONTOWN MAYOR JEFFERSONTOWN
Vote For 1

Carol PIKE 7,008
Ray "Chubby Ray" PERKINS 4,077
Write-In Totals 53

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Ray previously ran for mayor of Jeffersontown in 2022 but did not win.

Perkins supports the addition of the amphitheater, but disagrees with the amount being spent.

“I think it is a great idea,” Perkins said. “But what they have done is spent $8 million for an amphitheater that is supposed to seat 5,000 and have 180 parking spaces. Where is everyone going to park? Are they going to park a mile or two away and walk or shuttle? That is expensive too. How much is it going to cost to maintain it?”

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Supports adding an amphitheater but questions its $8 million cost, parking capacity, and maintenance expenses.

- Supports adding an amphitheater but questions its $8 million cost, parking capacity, and maintenance expenses.

As of September 15, 2026, Ray "Chubby Ray" Perkins did not have a website or any information online.

“I don’t think fancy buildings keep us safe,” Perkins said. “I think it’s the men and women in blue on the street doing their jobs that keeps us safe. If we can get more of them out there in the community, I think that is important. That is where we should be spending the money.”

Prioritizes funding additional police officers in the community over police facilities.

- Prioritizes funding additional police officers in the community over police facilities.

“I want to make sure we retain Jeffersontown as a safe, clean place to raise your family,” Perkins said. “I am not looking to fix a whole lot. Whether its local, federal or state, this election is about the economy. We don’t know where it is going to end up. We need to be careful about how we are spending out money.”

Calls for careful city spending amid economic uncertainty.

- Calls for careful city spending amid economic uncertainty.

Ray "Chubby Ray" Perkins

As of September 15, 2026, Ray "Chubby Ray" Perkins’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Richard Dunn

Richard Dunn studied secondary education at Bellarmine University. He lives in Jeffersontown.



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Richard's campaign for Jeffersontown City Council is his first run for public office.



Richard is retired. He previously worked for the City of Jeffersontown.



As of September 15, 2026, Richard Dunn did not have a website or any information online.

Ruth Gao lives in Louisville, Kentucky with her husband, Mengen. She has a background in education and has worked in higher education enrollment. Ruth is involved in the local community around the city, whether forging relationships with business owners and leaders, serving in the Young Professional Association of Louisville, or being involved in local politics.

Ruth Gao earned a bachelor's degree in education from Liberty University, a master's degree in educational media from Appalachian State University, and a doctorate in educational leadership from Northwest Nazarene University. Ruth lives in Louisville with her husband.



Ruth is the owner of South Seas Tiki & Golf Lounge. She previously worked in higher education enrollment.

Ruth currently owns South Seas Tiki and Golf, a restaurant in Louisville. She previously worked as a learning and development specialist at Catalyst Learning Company, a director of drive-through and director of training and education at Chick-fil-A, an international enrollment manager and enrollment counselor at Wiley University Services, and an administrative director of academic affairs and student life at a higher education institution.



Ruth is currently a member of the Jeffersontown City Council. She was elected in 2024 and is serving her first term.

Ruth is currently a member of the Jeffersontown City Council. She was elected in 2024 and is serving her first term. Ruth previously ran for United States Senate in the Kentucky Democratic primary in 2022 but did not win.

Supports managed growth in Jeffersontown that preserves the city's historic charm and small-town character.

- Supports managed growth in Jeffersontown that preserves the city's historic charm and small-town character.

As of September 15, 2026, Ruth Gao’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports accessible, quality education for all at affordable costs.

- Supports accessible, quality education for all at affordable costs.

Supports community investment in small and locally owned businesses in Jeffersontown.

- Supports community investment in small and locally owned businesses in Jeffersontown.

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Trena Smith lives with her husband, Thomas. They have three children and are members of the St. Edwards parish.

Trena currently works as a realtor with At Home Louisville. She is also a co-owner of J-Town Beach Sand Volleyball leagues and Swing By the Beach golf simulators with her husband.

Trena Smith is currently a member of the Jeffersontown City Council.

Trena is currently a member of the Jeffersontown City Council. She was elected in 2024 and is in her first term.

As of September 15, 2026, Trena Smith did not have a website or any information online.

Trena Smith

Vincent is from Jeffersontown, Kentucky. He attended the University of Kentucky. He has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Kentucky.

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Vincent Grisanti earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Kentucky. He volunteers at Saint Edwards. He and his wife, Deborah, have two adult children. 

Vincent is a councilperson. He works at the Jeffersontown City Council.

Vincent was the owner and operator of Ferd Grisanti Restaurant. 

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Vincent currently serves as a member of the Jeffersontown, Nebraska, City Council. He was first elected in 2024 and is serving his first term. 

As of September 15, 2026, Vincent Grisanti did not have a website or any information online.

Promises to always make Jeffersontown's infrastructure a top priority.

- Promises to always make Jeffersontown's infrastructure a top priority.

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- City council members make up the legislative body of the city's government and are responsible for the public's health, safety, and welfare. Its legislative duties include enacting ordinances, levying taxes, and adopting a budget. 
- The city council has the authority to investigate all activities of the city government and its employees. 
- City councils in Kentucky typically have between 6 and 12 council members. They serve two-year terms except in Louisville and Lexington where some members serve four-year terms. 
- Council members can be elected to represent a single district or the city at-large. Elections take place in even-numbered years. 

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